Fixing Positions is a detailed cruising guide to some of the most rewarding and demanding sailing grounds in the American West. It combines destination data with background context to support safe, informed voyage planning. Western US focus: Highlights attractive and challenging regional sailing venues Approach and access notes: Practical guidance on how to reach each destination by yacht Contextual information: Historical, geological, cultural and meteorological background Visual aids: Maps and photographs to support route and harbor planning Format and specs: Paperback, 224 pages, published by Sheridan House (ISBN 9781574092684) Use this guide as a planning companion when selecting and preparing for western cruising destinations.