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  Outside Passages: U.S. East Coast – Live January 6th

  Posted by Diona on January 5, 2026 at 12:05 pm

  If you’re planning to cruise outside instead of staying inside the Intracoastal Waterway, this live class is a great opportunity to level up your planning and confidence. Andy and Lisa Batchelor guide you through the key considerations for making safe and efficient outside passages from Florida up to Maine.

  They’ll talk about why some cruisers choose the ocean route, how to think about weather and seasonal patterns, picking inlets and safe harbors, and using tools like the Gulf Stream to your advantage.

  What we’ll cover
  • Why take the outside route and when it makes sense
  • Seasonal wind and climate patterns along the East Coast
  • Picking inlets and harbors that work for your boat and plan
  • Marine weather windows and routing strategy
  • How and when to use the Gulf Stream effectively
  • Gear and outfitting tips for longer coastal passagesAmerican Sailing

  This is a live online class with time for questions and discussion. If you already have a route or passage in mind, feel free to drop your questions below before class.

  Class Details
  🗓 Tuesday, January 6, 2026
  ⏰ 4:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM ET
  🔗 https://americansailing.com/learn-to-sail/online-class/outside-passages-us-east-coast/ American Sailing

  Hope to see you there!

  

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