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5 Step Plan to Cruising


Dreaming of sailing off into the sunset with your partner? Make it a reality with...

A Practical Plan for Cruising


Learn about the “2-year plan” and how to prepare for more extended cruising.

Bluewater Sailing Inventory


Explore developing a custom sail inventory for your cruising dreams that will take you from...

How to Begin Cruising


An Online Class Based On Lessons Learned From 400,000 Miles of Cruising Offshore.
Outside Passages US East Coast

Outside Passages on the US East Coast


Learn how to make safe and expedient coastal “outside” passages between Florida and Maine.

Preparing For Long-Term Cruising


Learn the key elements for effectively planning and preparing for extended sailing trips.

Realizing Your Cruising Adventure


An online class based on lessons learned from 400,000 miles of cruising offshore.

Sailing the Gulf Stream: Florida to the Bahamas


Feeling intimidated about your first crossing? Let’s take the drama out of your dream passage.

Short-Hand Cruising Techniques


Proven strategies for sailing safely with a small crew.

The Future of Cruising


Step aboard the future of cruising — explore the innovations redefining how we sail, live,...
watchkeeping

Watchkeeping


Offshore sailing is not just about steering the boat. It’s about managing people, systems, fatigue,...