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Thinking Three Moves Ahead

Chess and Sailing: Discover how strategy, anticipation, and tactical thinking help sailors navigate challenges and...

SAILBOAT HEELED OVER IN THE WIND

What Type of Sailor Are You?

Are you a cruiser, a racer, an adventurer, or a liveaboard? Sailing has room for...

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Racing Rules Applied: Why Even Experienced Sailors Still Get the Racing Rules Wrong

Before you untie the dock lines, make sure you're ready. Here's why boating safety education...

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Stow Your Fenders!

Your fenders did their job. Let them rest. Forgetting to stow your fenders while underway...

Electronics for Show

Why celestial navigation, paper charts, and practical seamanship still matter in the age of GPS and electronics.

It’s Not a Fashion Statement, It’s a Lifestyle

A teen survived 1+ hour alone in open water after a capsizing—because she wore her life jacket. Now she's on a mission to make wearing one a lifestyle.

The Future of Sailing

The Next Generation at the Helm explores youth sailing certifications, safety, and inspiring the future of sailing.

Across Oceans

Across Oceans explores the lessons, challenges, and self discovery found through five offshore races.

Inside The Art of Teaching on the Water

Jenny Wight shares modern teaching strategies to help sailing instructors build confident, capable sailors on the water.

Why Navigation is Still a Human Skill

From stars to satellites, navigation tools evolved—but the responsibility hasn’t. Awareness, not technology, keeps sailors safe.

Yacht Clubs & the Diminishing Price Tag

Yacht Clubs and the Diminishing Price Tag explores how sailing clubs are becoming more accessible and affordable for new sailors

From Croatia to Montenegro by Sail

Sailing from Croatia to Montenegro reveals stunning coastlines, strict maritime rules, and the thrill of crossing borders by sea.

What One Sailing School Is Doing for the Environment

7 Simple Ways to Be a More Earth Friendly Boater starts with small habits that protect the water and shores we love every day

How Earth Day Began at Sea: A Sailor’s Call to Stewardship

Earth Day Begins at Sea: A Sailor’s Call to Stewardship explores how sailors can protect oceans through simple daily actions.

Protecting What You Love: A Smarter Choice for Sailors

Protecting What You Love: A Smarter Choice for Sailors explores sun protection that performs on the water while caring for marine life

Off-Season Sailing in Miami

When an unexpected cold front swept through Miami in early 2026, tropical sailors discovered a new side of seamanship. This article explores how proper layering, preparation, and mindset can turn chilly conditions into a rewarding sailing experience on Biscayne Bay.

Educating, Influencing and Inspiring

Sailing instructors do more than teach—they build confidence, shape mindset, and inspire lifelong journeys on and off the water.

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.

Encouraging Landlocked Sailors to Embrace Trailer Sailing

Trailer sailing makes sailing portable and helps inland sailors access new waters with confidence, flexibility, and freedom.

Set Sail for Caribbean Bliss with Sunsail

Plan the ultimate BVI sailing charter—find top snorkel spots, map your route, and choose between a catamaran or monohull.

Performance Race Week 2026 St Thomas

Performance Race Week 2026: High Performance Sailing in St. Thomas five days of racing and skill building on the water.

Hoist the Sails

Women who Sail share their stories, highlighting how growing participation and mentorship are shaping a more inclusive future for the sport.