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Tides & Tidal Currents

Overview of what is a tide and what is a tidal current, and how these affect sailing, navigation, speed, entering/leaving harbours, and docking/anchoring. Learn about types of tides (high tide, low tide, spring tide, neap tide), and types of currents (tidal current, ocean current). Learn how to determine tides and tidal currents and consider them in your sailing.

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