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The Importance of Planning Where to Put Your Boat for a Hurricane

Learn how to ensure your boat survives a hurricane by choosing the right location. Discover key insights from expert Carolyn Shearlock, of The Boat Galley, who has weathered multiple storms. Then sign up for our online class, "Hurricane Readiness: A Blueprint for Boaters," to get step-by-step guidance and practical hurricane preparation tips.

Mastering The Swell Bridle: One Of The Best Kept Secrets For A Rolly Anchorage

Learn how to tackle the challenge of rolly anchorages with this comprehensive guide. Understand the causes, employ a swell bridle effectively, and ensure a peaceful night's rest aboard your vessel amidst unpredictable seas.

How and Why to Heave To

"Heaving-to" is a classic technique employed to endure severe weather conditions while at sea. Heaving-to is an essential skill for all mariners, as it proves valuable in various situations. This maneuver allows you to delay your arrival at a port until more favorable light or tide conditions prevail or simply "park" the boat while attending to necessary repairs.

Chris Bedford: Empowering Sailors with Precision Marine Weather Forecasts

Chris Bedford is the ultimate marine weather coach, teaching sailors to turn the superficial data served by apps into true weather wisdom, helping them make smart decisions at sea. Chris is a veteran of 10 America's Cup cycles, among many other highlights in his career.

Where Do You Get Your Weather?

Where do you get your weather info before you go sailing? I sit in front of a computer, miles away from my sailboat, and I make a plan for the coming week of sailing. I check the weather. I check the forecast. My search becomes more extensive when on a charter or in unfamiliar waters. If it’s hurricane season, I

Hurricane Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Resources

UPDATE: This Hurricane season has already wreaked havoc on sailors and the American Sailing family. Hurricane Fiona affected Puerto Rico and Hurricane Ian crossed over Florida and the Carolinas. While some of our schools were sparred heavy damage others are trying to make their way back to business as they attempt to assess the heavy damage to their boats and

ASA Way to Foretell a Lowering Sky

“When in evening, say ye, ‘Fair weather, for the heaven is red’. And if in morning, say, ‘Today will storm, for the sky is red and lowering’.” – The Book of Matthew 16:2-3 In late winter and spring precipitation begins its transition from snow to rain. As rain clouds form, they become thicker and lower in the sky, usually as

Reefing is Important

We’re talking about reefing - a foreign concept for some, a tried and failed practice for others - either way it's an important skill for real sailors.

5 Things to Consider Regarding Weather

Weather can make or break your sailing adventure. Learn how to prepare for different weather scenarios, use the right tools and apps, and sail safely and smartly. These five tips are a must read before you set sail.

Adrift: Would You Survive?

Faced with a catastrophic sailing event could you survive or is Hollywood not realistic?

ASA Assists Hurricane-Ravaged Affiliates

The American Sailing Association has raised almost $30,000 for affiliates to help them re-open for business after being ravaged by recent hurricanes.

Rambler capsizes in Fastnet Race with ASA co-founder Peter Isler onboard

Sailing Tragedy in Race to Mackinac 2011

Voyaging with Velella: How to Sail Across a Bar

Voyaging with Velella: Rite of Passage (Part 1)

Out of Office: Communication Options for Cruisers

Two Cool Videos for Sailors

Voyaging with Velella: Hitched!
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