Section Appendix

Norwegian Wildlife Names

Following is a list of birds, fish and mammals of interest to sailors in Norwegian waters. The Norwegian name is followed by the English common name and the Latin name to assist in the use of field guides. Birds Alke…

The Norwegian Propane System

Please note that we are not gas system experts. The information below is based on practical experience and informed assumptions. You are responsible for checking that any changes to your boat’s gas system are safe and properly installed. Before making…

Boatyards and Boat Storage Facilities

Rules and regulations regarding wintering a boat in Norway. There are literally hundreds of small marinas and boat clubs dotted throughout Norway. We have focused mainly on commercial enterprises that are used to working with foreign boats and with sailboats. Most…

Norwegian Wind Scale

Beaufort Knots English Norwegian Metres per Sec 0 0 Calm Stille 0.0 – 0.2 1 1 – 3 Light air Flau vind 0.3 – 1.5 2 4 – 6 Light breeze Svak vind 1.6 – 3.3 3 7 – 10…

VHF Channels

Coastal Radio North / Kystradio Nord working channels Coastal Radio South / Kystradio Sør working channels