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. Whil…
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.
July Is National Learn To Sail Month
July is National Learn to Sail month, and at American Sailing, we believe sailing is for everyone. We've made it our mission to lower the barrier to e…
The 2025 Lenny Shabes Sailing Festival is in the Books
If you ever wondered what a vacation looks like when sailors, sunshine, and a whole lot of rum come together—this was it. The Lenny Shabes Sailing F…
Self-Taught or School-Taught Sailing: Which is Better?
When it comes to learning to sail, this old saying rings especially true. Whether you're nervously approaching a crowded dock or reefing a mainsail as…
From 7-Up to Nuns in Red
Understanding the U.S. Aids to Navigation System (ATONs) is essential for safe and confident navigation. In this guide, you’ll get a clear explanati…
Understanding Lift
If you’ve ever wondered how a sailboat moves forward – even when it’s not running with the wind – you’re not alone. It seems almost magical:…
Things a Marine Survey Can’t Tell You
A marine survey is essential when buying a boat, but it can’t catch everything. Learn 16 common issues surveys miss and how to prepare beyond inspec…
Sailing Through Stress: Understanding the Stress Continuum at Sea
Stress at sea can be invisible but dangerous. Learn how sailors can recognize early warning signs, use the Stress Continuum, and apply practical tools…
2025 Father’s Day Gift Guide for Sailors
Father’s Day is coming up, and if the dad in your life knows how to rig a reef, eyeball the wind, or crack a cold one after setting anchor, skip the…
How to Be a Great Sailing Crew in 3 Steps
Steve Hunt, professional sailor and high school sailing coach, distills decades of experience into three essential characteristics that define a great…
So You’ve Taken a Sailing Course… Now What?
You passed a sailing course. Now what? Explore some real-world, practical ways to stay on the water, build your skills, and become a confident sailor …
Storm-Ready: Choosing a Safe Spot for Your Boat
Since 2003, I’ve studied hurricane damage patterns up close. One truth has become clear: where you put your boat is just as important as how you sec…
A Few of My Favorite Things: Sailing Books
What makes a great sailing book? Authenticity, passion, vivid imagery, and character development come to life in these four sailing books.
American Sailing and SeaPeople Join Forces to Enhance Sailing Education World-Wide
American Sailing and SeaPeople partner to offer unparalleled sailing educational tools and digital logbook capabilities to sailors worldwide.
The Six Senses of Sailing
Enhance your sailing skills by engaging all six senses—sight, hearing, touch, smell, taste, and intuition—to navigate, troubleshoot, and fully exp…
Let’s Talk About the Ocean
Sailors are in a unique position to make a meaningful difference. We are the eyes and ears of the ocean. We see what others can’t. We witness the ch…
Deaf Sailors Navigating New Waters: Overcoming Challenges in Sailing Education
For deaf sailors, the thrill of taking to the water is paired with unique challenges. Learning to sail can be demanding for anyone, but for those who …