NOAA BookletChart 14961 Lake Superior – Handy 8.5 x 11 Inch Nautical Navigation Guide

The NOAA BookletChart 14961 for Lake Superior is an essential tool for recreational boaters seeking reliable navigation. This chart presents a scaled-down version of the full-scale NOAA Chart 14961, making it a practical alternative for those navigating on smaller vessels. The convenient 8.5 x 11 inch size ensures that it is easy to handle while on the water, yet it retains all the crucial navigation information found in the traditional charts.

Each BookletChart is printed on demand, ensuring it includes the most recent updates at the time of your order. This feature is particularly important for boaters, as navigational conditions can change rapidly. The chart is printed on high-quality, durable paper with a secure saddle-stitched binding, allowing for easy page-turning and longevity, even in the rugged marine environment.

This BookletChart is tailored for the needs of recreational boaters, providing a compact and manageable way to navigate Lake Superior. Although these charts do not satisfy the chart carriage requirements for regulated commercial vessels under Titles 33 and 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations, they are still invaluable for those seeking to enhance their boating experience.

Many boaters tend to rely on local knowledge or their memory when navigating, which can pose significant risks. Seafloors shift, shorelines erode, and new hazards can emerge, making it critical to have up-to-date navigational information at your fingertips. The NOAA BookletChart 14961 serves as an essential resource, helping boaters to stay informed about changes in the waterway and ensuring a safe journey whether you are exploring the bay or cruising along the coast.

Originally launched as an experimental project by the Coast Survey due to their initial success, the BookletCharts have now been officially integrated into NOAA’s navigation products. With nearly 1,000 updated BookletCharts available, they cover an expansive 95,000 miles of U.S. coastline and the Great Lakes, making them a go-to choice for recreational boaters everywhere.