A book specifically written to help you pass your marine engineers
exam, and get your first job.
Topics covered: ·
How to pass your exam without using algebra ·
Effective study techniques ·
Learning to competently use the scientific calculator ·
1000 practice exam questions (largest list anywhere) ·
Alternative methods to solve difficult exam question ·
Preparing for oral exams ·
Amassing needed sea time ·
Tackling phobias to pass the STCW training ·
Avoiding exam formula traps ·
Getting your first job and making the big bucks ·
And much, much more! Scott Fratcher has 20 years marine experience,
Certificate of competency marine engineer third class and Yachmaster
Ocean Note-In the download version you can better read the sketches
and formula sheets
How to gain a marine engineer job on a mega yacht-Special Report
Special Report - How to gain a marine engineer job on a mega yacht-Special
Report (e-book)
How to get a marine engineer job on a mega yacht is a 2000 word article
that explains step by step the process to get paid to have a sailing
adventure.
Ready for a new career? Ready to dump your boss? Ready for true freedom?
How to Make Money with Boats is a step-by-step instruction guide to
over 50 onboard businesses. Written for the cruising yacht "How
to make money with boats" is for anyone wishing to live or work
in the marine fields.
Learn how to make money doing your hobbies such as-
delivering yachts, chartering,
repairing sails,
selling artwork,
shipping,
buying and selling land,
hiring local labor,
running wireless internet services,
working aboard private yachts,
treasure hunting,
salvage,
diesel fuel polishing,
changing engine,
skiff building,
building wind generators,
computer upgrades,
laying cork decks,
virtual marinas,
bottom cleaning,
painting custom boat names,
scuba diver,
inflatable dingy repair,
making and selling water,
surf board repair,
bounty hunter,
teaching yoga,
making fishing gear,
writing books,
radio/video program production,
beach ticket seller,
bird watching tour,
making specialty chart kits,
working six months on and six months off
and many more successful money making ideas that are working to keep
people on the sailing routs and away from the daily grind.
How to buy boats cheap
How to buy boats cheap How to buy boats cheap (book)
Scott Fratcher divulges the secrets adventurers around the world use
to buy and sell world class yachts for pennies on the dollar. Weather
it be a weekend boat around your neighborhood or an ocean going yacht,
Scott explains in clear language the methods used to choose, locate,
and purchase boats for far less than market value. For the first time
many tricks of the trade are reviled. Tricks such as Carding Boats,
The Fine Art of Lowballing, The Mighty Marine Swap Meet, Schooner Bumming,
Third World Loop, Hurricane Damaged Boats and many other proven methods
of buying a boat are explained.
Earthrace - First time around
Earthrace - First time around Earthrace - First time around (book)
In March 2007 the New Zealand based Earthrace set off to break the
round the world speedboat record. 85 days later the Earthrace attempt
was abandoned in Spain with multiple 2-meter cracks in her main hull.
In her wake were three major storms, an engine rebuild, 6 propeller
changes, bankruptcy, and ultimately death on the high seas. Enclosed
is a chronicle by master storyteller Scott Fratcher. A humorous tale
of pain, suffering, loss, misery, fortitude and the ability of the crew
to gruel along, leg after horrendous leg. Scott’s colorful writing
style takes you to the scene of the action. Thousands read along during
the race and laughed at “Did he say cow?” and were enraged
by “Just another tourist”. Come join the Earthrace team
for a first hand account of the world record attempt.Put yourself in
the drivers seat. Enjoy an up close view of the pit stops and experience
first hand the race from the comfort of your easy chair. Over 350 photos
by Lance Wordsworth
Earthrace - First time around in COLOR
Earthrace - First time around "Download in COLOR"
Earthrace - First time around "Download in COLOR" (e-book)
Same as above but downloads in full COLOR! This special "First
time around" color download has over 350 quality photos by Lance
Wordsworth. In March 2007 the New Zealand based Earthrace set off to
break the round the world speedboat record. 85 days later the Earthrace
attempt was abandoned in Spain with multiple 2-meter cracks in her main
hull. In her wake were three major storms, an engine rebuild, 6 propeller
changes, bankruptcy, and ultimately death on the high seas. Enclosed
is a chronicle by master storyteller Scott Fratcher. A humorous tale
of pain, suffering, loss, misery, fortitude and the ability of the crew
to gruel along, leg after horrendous leg. Scott’s colorful writing
style takes you to the scene of the action. Thousands read along during
the race. Come join the Earthrace team for a first hand account of the
world record attempt. Put yourself in the drivers seat. Enjoy an up
close view of the pit stops and experience first hand the race from
the comfort of your easy chair.
Anchor King is one of sixteen great sea stories from master story teller
Scott Fratcher. Fresh from his successful “Earthrace-First time
around” and “How to make money with boats” Scott tells
a fascinating tale in his unique style. The stories wind between Alaska,
New Zealand, Mexico, and around the world.
An example of a 300 page Engineers Operator Manual built over 90 days
in preparation for change of crew. Operator's Manual is presented here
in PDF, but built in Word. By following the same format any yacht or
alternative living module can have a similar type manual. Included in
this manual are complete step-by-step instructions for driving a “single
rudder-twin screw” vessel. Scott Fratcher was Chief Engineer of
this Tjalk through 8 counties in 12 months.
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Jim Page-Folk music with a message
Jim Page-Folk music with a message Jim Page-Folk music with a message
(multimedia download)
Julia gives another of her wonderful speeches at Solfest 2003. An interview
is included where Julia gives an update. Originally recorded for RFPI
in 2003.
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Panama's Darian Region Explored
Panama's Darian Region Explored Panama's Darian Region Explored (multimedia
download)
We interview four people who spent time in the Darien. One with a guide,
one by canoe, one taken by pirates, and one by catamaran. Originally
aired on RFPI. Scott Fratcher produced.
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John Taylor Gatto- The Deadly Paradox of Extended Childhood
John Taylor Gatto- The Deadly Paradox of Extended Childhood John Taylor
Gatto- The Deadly Paradox of Extended Childhood (multimedia download)
This radio program was first aired when I worked at RFPI. John Taylor
Gatto gives a step by step account of why public school are designed
to dumb down our children. This very rousing speech is presented here
in an attempt to continue to get the word out.
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Starhawk talks of Global solutions to Global Problems
Starhawk talks of Global solutions to Global Problems Starhawk talks
of Global solutions to Global Problems (multimedia download)
Summary: Starhawk, author of 9 books, activist, and teacher of non
violent direct actions talks of the future of activism, and where the
movement is headed. Credits: Producer: Scott Fratcher Allison yachtwork@gmail.com
Notes: Starhawk was leaving for Cancoon when she gave RFPI this interview.
Granny D, at 93 gives a rousing speech on fair vs. free trade. This
speech was originally played on RFPI. Granny D can be found at http://www.grannyd.com/
Mycorrhizal extinction a global emergency
Mycorrhizal extinction a global emergency Mycorrhizal extinction a
global emergency (multimedia download)
Mycorrhize is a 450 million year old fungi that enabled sea life to
colonize the land. 95% of plant life on Earth have a symbiotic relationship
with mycorrhize. Now GM companies are trying to design plants that don't
use this age old life support system. Hear the words of the men that
developed this important research. Scott Fratcher and Allison Thompson
are graduates of Insitute for Progressive Communications taught at Radio
for Peace International in Costa Rica, www.rfpi.org
Call now to book a vacation with Captain
Scott Fratcher and Captain Allison Thompson
Metal boat repair and maintenance. A must read for any steel boat owner.
How to repair a steel boat without sandblasting. Special report.
In order to get a good job as a marine engineer we need a marine engineer
licence, commonly called a Certificate of Competency.
How to get a job on a mega yacht as a marine engineer? It can be done
without a licence.
Make money with boats? You bet! It's done every day, but most people
won't tell us how they did it. This book is a tell all to give the layman
the tools needed to start their own onboard cruising business.
How to buy boats cheap? Dozens of tricks used by adventurers around
the world every day. This book is a must read for anybody ready to purchase
a boat.
The race was a heartbreaker, but eventually Earthrace took the round
the world speedboat record. This book is the log and blog of the 2007
race where Earthrace set dozens of fastest ocean record crossings.
Earthrace in color. The same book as above, but in vivid color to bring
all the race moments right to the reader.
Anchor King is a narrative book of short stories of the Sausalito California
waterfront in the late 1980's. Anchor King contains the award winning
short story "Set Toys?"
Tjalk Operator's Manual is an example of how to build a yacht manual.
Over 300 pages showing how to drive a twin engine, single rudder vessel
and much more.
Jim Page gives a must listen interview at SolFest.
Julia Butterfly Hill talks about her views on actions and making positive
change in the world we live in.
Panama Darien Region is the swamp area just north of Columbia. This
interview was warmly received and coverer by Latitude 38.
Award winning teacher John Tayler Gato gives another of his rousing
and informative speeches to RFPI.
Starhawk, author and activist speaks to RFPI about global trade and
a new model for a sustainable future.
Granny D walked across the USA at 93 years old giving speeches and raising
attention to world events. A wonderful hour with one of America's great
speakers.
Mycorrhizal extinction is world phenomenon and well worth the hour long
tale. Mycorrhizal extinction explains why the why the spotted owl is
so important to the forests. And much more.