Source: wikibot/seamanship
= Seamanship
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Seamanship is the art and skill of operating and navigating a vessel at sea. It encompasses a wide range of knowledge and practical skills necessary for the safe and efficient handling of a ship or boat. Key aspects of seamanship include: 1. **Navigation**: Understanding how to chart a course, use navigational instruments, and read nautical charts and maps.