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Chart Side Content: The chart side is a complete, full color NOAA chart, reduced in scale to an average of 34% of full scale. The text is legible, but the soundings and other small text are very small. The result is suitable for its intended use as a locator, but is not suitable for real navigation. The chart has been overlaid with enlarged text for certain populated places important to recreational boaters. Key aids-to-navigation, visible landmarks, and water bodies have also been highlighted to help with visual navigation. The overlay is to help boaters use the PocketChart as a locator. The PocketChart is re-assembled by NOAA from up-to-date files every time they are ordered by retailers. Reverse Side Content: The reverse side contains a standard panel that becomes a “cover” when the PocketChart is folded. This cover identifies the chart title and has a small sketch of what area the chart covers. The rest of the reverse side is a mix of safety, education, and boating information. Examples of information that may be included on the reverse side:
The information on each chart’s reverse side has some information specific to that chart, and some information that applies to all areas. The information differs from chart to chart.
Price/Availability: A PocketChart costs about $5 each. They may be purchased at numerous retail outlets serving boaters. To see a list of publishers and retailers, please click here.
For Further Information: Click Here for Coast Survey's Inquiry page.
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