The Cruising Guide to Abaco, Bahamas: 2009

by Steve Dodge, assisted by Jeff and Jon Dodge This twentieth edition of the only annually updated cruising guide to Abaco includes two brand new charts of Abaco, and new or updated charts of islands and cays en route to Abaco including West End, Grand Bahama, Spanish Wells and Harbour Island, North Eleuthera and Bimini. Fourteen of the charts of Abaco have been substantially revised based on summer 2008 re-surveys. The accurate color charts based on original hydrographic research, color aerial photographs of all principal harbours, a proven system of GPS waypoints, inclusion of local knowledge, and excellent organization with clear and concise cruising directions on charts make this book the choice of most cruisers and the best selling guide to Abaco. Includes tide tables for 2009, marina maps, detailed snorkeling/diving charts, up-dated business directories for Abaco, articles on fishing, an offshore bathymetric fishing chart, a new lunar calendar, a guide to the dolphins and whales of Abaco, a brief history of Abaco, and helpful local advertising.