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Lessons Learned

From childhood swims to boat ownership and coaching, one woman’s journey shows how passion for the water can grow into confidence and career.

Terror at Night

Nighttime MOB Drills and Steering Failure at Sea reveals offshore lessons in seamanship problem solving and calm under pressure

Sailing in Force 8

Sailing in Force 8: Heavy Weather and a Measure of Rum explores seamanship, preparation, and the human side of surviving heavy seas.

A Steer-less Night

A severely compromised Tayana 48 is forced to lie ahull during an all-night gale in an aborted attempt to reach the Caribbean.

Wrong Way Bash

The story of a hard fought delivery up the West Coast and the lessons learned bashing north against wind and sea.

10 Things I Wish I’d Known as a New Sailor

10 Things I Wish I’d Known as a New Sailor shares practical lessons on confidence, safety, and seamanship learned through experience.

Growing Sailors

Cruising with Young Children shares practical tips for safely and joyfully introducing kids to family sailing adventures.

No Such Thing as MOB

No Such Thing as MOB reframes man overboard as a preventable event through smart habits and disciplined seamanship.

A Nevera

A firsthand account of surviving a rare Nevera storm in Croatia, split second decisions, crew heroism, and lessons every sailor should know.

A Misstep At Sea

A Misstep at Sea — a true offshore sailing story showing how one small decision spiraled into a dangerous chain of compounded mistakes, and the calm leadership that prevented disaster.

You Are the Skipper… But Are You a Leader?

Discover how different leadership styles shape a skipper’s success, crew morale, and teamwork on and off the water.

Two Collisions, One Day

Capt. Craig Walker shares hard-won lessons on seamanship, safety, and knowing the Rules of the Road.

Sailing Small, Living Large

Sailing Small, Living Large: How life aboard a compact cruiser fosters teamwork, resilience, and unforgettable family adventures.

September Mile Builder to the Dodecanese Islands

September Mile Builder: Sail Athens’ 450-mile offshore voyage tested skills, built confidence, and forged lasting crew camaraderie.

Ready, Set, …Instruct?

Dreaming of a career on the water? Becoming an ASA sailing instructor offers freedom, flexibility, and the chance to share your passion for sailing while helping others grow their skills. The world needs more instructors, why not you?

Lessons From the Sea: Top Five Things I Learned on a Caribbean Learn-to-Sail Vacation

From navigating by paper charts to mastering teamwork in tight quarters, a week aboard a Fountaine Pajot catamaran taught us that sailing is as much about personal growth as seamanship.

Seasickness Prevention 101

Seasickness is a form of motion sickness triggered when the brain receives conflicting messages from the eyes, inner ears, and sensory nerves. While your body may be on a stable deck, your inner ears feel the rise and fall of the waves, and the disconnect can send your system into a tailspin.

How to Sail The West Coast of Vancouver Island

Hidden coves, towering cliffs, and untamed seas promise adventure to those bold enough to seek it.