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Image Stabilizing Binoculars
Image stabilizing binoculars provide steady images on a moving boat. Learn how they work.
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Traditional Chart Navigation Tools: How to Use Parallel Rules, Dividers, Plotters, and Sextants
No GPS? Watch this video in which Chuck Hawley demonstrates the use of basic navigational tools.
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Selecting Paper Marine Navigation Charts
West Marine carries an extensive selection of paper charts. Learn what to consider when choosing a paper chart.
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8 Best Selling Binoculars for Boats
High-quality optics to enhance your time on the water.
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Hand Bearing Compasses
How to use a hand bearing compass and boost your navigation skills.
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Steady as You Go: SIG SAUER ZULU6 Binoculars Deliver Jitter-Free Views
Stabilized optics built for boaters, anglers, and outdoor adventurers.
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Selecting a Steering Compass
This comprehensive article covers what you need to know (and more) to select the right compass for your boat.
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How to Buy a Thermal Imaging Camera
Read about thermal imaging and what it can do for you—during the day or at night.
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Buyer's Guide to Marine Binoculars
This article demystifies the nomenclature and the numbers, so that you can make the right choice for your budget and your boat.
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