Cruising Guide To New York Waterways And Lake Champlain (Cruising Guide to New York Waterways & Lake Champlain) [Paperback]

Chris Brown III (Author)

Book Description

Series: Cruising Guide to New York Waterways & Lake Champlain | Publication Date: October 31, 1998

This firsthand account covers more than 1,000 miles of popular waterways, including Lake Champlain, the Hudson River, the Erie Canal, Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, and the Thousand Islands. The author's personal knowledge perfectly complements the data on the NOAA charts that he suggests for each area.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

In this latest addition to Pelican's cruising guide seriesAfeaturing ratings of 365 places (ports of call, quiet anchorages, and marinas)Alistings note storm protection, scenery, comfort features, repair facilities, restaurants, and other items of interest to serious cruisers. Embedding key nautical information in a more traditional format, this guidebook is clear, concise, and current. Very good historical overviews accompany tips on shore trips, restaurants, and local transportation. Arranged geographically, the guide moves from New York harbor up the Hudson River through Lake Champlain. It also travels down the St. Lawrence River to lakes Ontario and Erie before following the Erie Canal back to the Hudson. Authoritative, firsthand text by Brown, a boating expert, coupled with enticing photos and maps recommend this guide to regional collections.AMegan S. Farrell, Dupre Lib., Univ. of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Back Cover

From Pelican's acclaimed series of cruising guides, this book takes you on a nautical journey through the Hudson River, the Erie Canal, a portion of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, the Thousand Islands, and Lake Champlain. In exacting detail it covers the following topics: Other books in the series include Cruising Guide to the Northern Gulf Coast, Cruising Guide to Western Florida, Coastal Charts for Cruising Guide to Western Florida, and Cruising Guide to Eastern Florida, all published by Pelican.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing (October 31, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565542509
• ISBN-13: 978-1565542501
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 8 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #332,859 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun & Information-Filled, June 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Cruising Guide To New York Waterways And Lake Champlain (Cruising Guide to New York Waterways & Lake Champlain) (Paperback)

I found this book a must have for my cruise this spring. It's jam-packed with information, from the depth of water to a complete list of marinas and their amenities. I am surprised that a book that is so packed with critical information could also be so easy to understand and fun. The many photos, maps and stories make this book a pleasure to read. I'm glad I purchased this book a month before my trip. I kept it on my night stand, and by reading a little bit each night, it made for a better vacation. The references throughout the book, like tips for clearing customs, what not to miss, and tourist information listings, alone were worth the price of the book to me. As a novice boater. I also appreciated the chapter on marina etiquette.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful on my trip up Champlain Canal and Lake, September 12, 2005

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This review is from: Cruising Guide To New York Waterways And Lake Champlain (Cruising Guide to New York Waterways & Lake Champlain) (Paperback)

Ths book was very helpful on a several-day trip I made up the Champlain Canal and Lake Champlain. It directed me to a fabulous anchorage I would otherwise likely not have learned about. I'd recommend buying it well in advance of a trip (at least weeks) in order to read and digest the information. This book must be used in conjunction with official navigation charts, and I'd recommend the official New York State Cruising Guide to the Canal System.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent and Guide for the Northeast Boater, March 14, 2000

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This review is from: Cruising Guide To New York Waterways And Lake Champlain (Cruising Guide to New York Waterways & Lake Champlain) (Paperback)

Chris Brown truely has a grasp on what a boater in the Northeast is looking for. I found that the information about the ports of call were particularly helpful for those not familiar with these areas. Highly recommended for those traveling in the Northeast.