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Sailing in Force 8

Anyone Can Be a Sailor. Discover how ASA 101 builds confidence, teaches the basics, and...

Across Oceans

What five offshore races revealed about leadership, teamwork, resilience, and the realities of life at...

Frostbiting

Frostbiting on Lake St. Clair captures Detroit sailors chasing late season wind before winter closes...

Lessons Learned

A lifelong love of water grows into boating confidence, adventure, and purpose, leading to teaching...

No Such Thing as MOB

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

Centered on Effort

Centered on Effort explores why mindset, motivation, and commitment matter as much as skill when enrolling in an ASA 101 sailing class.

10-Step Methodology for Effective Passage Planning

10-Step Methodology for Effective Passage Planning outlines a practical, repeatable approach to safer, smarter navigation for any voyage.

A Cruiser’s Christmas

A Cruiser’s Christmas tells a humorous, heartfelt tale of boat breakdowns, teamwork, and finding holiday cheer afloat.

Sailing Gear for Women

Sailing Gear for Women explores why prioritizing safety, durability, and comfort matters more than style when choosing what to wear on the water.

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.

American Sailing Announces the Passing of CEO Jonathan Payne

Remembering CEO Jonathan Payne, a dedicated leader and sailor whose compassion, vision, and presence shaped American Sailing.

Less Stress While Docking

Learn essential tips for less stress while docking to make sailing more enjoyable for your family on the water.

Instructor Development Week 2025

Instructor Development Week 2025: LTD instructors gather in Grenada for a week of sailing, learning, and connection.

Cruising Together

Discover what it means to Cruise Together. Learn how awareness elevates your sailing skills beyond the basics.

Eyes Open, Mind Aware

Awareness is the sailor’s true graduation—seeing wind, water, and traffic before it happens. Sharpen your senses and belong on the sea.

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.

Singlehanding

Capt. Roger Philips shares practical tips and lessons on mastering the art, safety, and satisfaction of sailing solo.

Balanced Crew

Balanced Crew: Explore how communication, trust, and inclusion create harmony onboard—and why gender balance strengthens every crew.

Sailing Small, Living Large

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

Destination, Destination, Destination: Sailing Instruction Through The Years

Turning Lessons into Games: ASA instructor Dave Simpson teaches new sailors navigation through fun, destination-based sailing games.