Frequently Asked Questions
What types of boat books does Fisheries Supply carry?
Fisheries Supply carries navigation manuals, cruising guides, knot-tying references, marine electrical books, maintenance manuals, logbooks, cookbooks, survival and medical guides, waterproof chart books, and tide and current tables. The collection serves recreational boaters, cruising sailors, instructors, professional mariners, and hands-on boat owners.
Are waterproof notebooks and marine writing kits available?
Yes. The collection includes Rite in the Rain all-weather notebooks and writing kits designed for marine use. These products are practical for recording vessel information, maintenance notes, observations, and trip details in wet onboard conditions where ordinary paper products may be less suitable.
Which books can help me learn knots and seamanship?
Knot-tying guides and general seamanship manuals provide instruction for marine knots, boat handling, anchoring, cruising, and onboard tasks. Available references include The Morrow Guide to Knots, while the broader selection of seamanship manuals supports both new boaters and experienced sailors.
Can I find cruising guides for the Pacific Northwest and Alaska?
Yes. Regional titles include the Waggoner Cruising Guide, Dreamspeaker Guides, and Fine Edge publications. These cruising guides cover destinations such as the Gulf Islands, Southeast Alaska from Dixon Entrance to Skagway, and coastal routes throughout the Pacific Northwest for destination research and passage planning.
Are engine maintenance and vessel logbooks available?
Yes. The marine book collection includes single-engine maintenance logs, general vessel logbooks, and professional notebooks. These records help boat owners and mariners organize engine service information, vessel operations, onboard observations, and other details associated with routine maritime record keeping.
What recreational items are available besides technical boat manuals?
The collection includes maritime history, sea stories, marine calendars, waterproof playing cards, onboard cookbooks, marine-themed coloring books, regional fish and mammal field guides, and toy boat kits. These products support nautical reading, practical learning, family activities, and year-round interest in boating and marine life.