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Introduction to Pilotage

published on 6 January 2021 - 323 -

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Found on YouTube. Created by "CompassSeaSchool".

Pilotage is being able to navigate safely into and out of a harbour/anchorage/port knowing where you are at all times, where your hazards are and a safe route in/out. This is particularly useful if you are heading into somewhere new or a challenging/busy area – or both!

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