Plastic-Free Provisioning
Over the years American Sailing has promoted our Plastic Pollution Purge campaign. We have asked our fellow sailors to “bring back more plastic than…
Category: Cruising Tips
Where and How To Bareboat Charter
We dropped anchor in about 30 feet of water beside an island that had the ruins of an old prison. Some kids were climbing to the top of an outcrop and…
What Sailing Course Do You Need?
Once you decide that you want to learn to sail you might be trying to navigate the sailing certifications available to you. This should help clear up…
Tips From 106: Handling An Emergency
Thes tips are excerpts from ASA Advanced Cruising & Seamanship book. The textbook is the official manual for ASA 106 Advanced Cruising. The textbook…
Operating a Dinghy Safely and Responsibly
Dinghies are an integral part of sailing for the charter customer or for the cruiser who hopes to step onto shore once they reach their desired destin…
Your First Charter – Catamaran or Monohull
The American Sailing Association believes that a great charter experience is truly the reward of a superior sailing education.
Newport for Sailors
Writer and Editor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who offers up some tips for your visit to New Port, Rhode Island. Don’t let the mansions and…
Bareboat Charter Checklist
It was not that long ago that I boarded my first ever bareboat charter. The excitement with which we approached the catamaran is something I still fee…
The Sailor’s Bucket List
The bucket list is that imaginary document in your head that holds your fantasies. What is on your sailing bucket list? We share ours with you, share …
Treat Yourself – The Sailing Stuff You Need to Start the Season
Oh lordy – the birds are chirpin’, the snow’s melted and that boat is ready to gallop around for another spring and summer (at least). Here’s …
Reefing is Important
We’re talking about reefing - a foreign concept for some, a tried and failed practice for others - either way it's an important skill for real sailo…
Considering a Catamaran Charter? Know The Language
If you are considering a charter there is a good chance you’ll be thinking about a catamaran for your sailing vacation. While you should pick up ASA…
11 Tips For Bareboat Cruising
Night sailing is a bit of a different animal so we’ve cobbled together seven tips to keep in mind as you sail off into the wild black yonder.
Bareboat Charter: St. Martin Itinerary Tips
St. Martin, Anguilla and St. Barth Sailors have long been known to frequent St. Martin for the endless beaches and combination of French and Dutch cul…
5 Reasons To Sail In San Diego
You want to learn to sail so why not pick a convenient destination to take your sailing courses? San Diego is the ideal location to visit because you …
Exploring the Chesapeake Bay
Exploring the Chesapeake Bay During the Arabella Cruise By Gwen Mayes American Sailing has partnered with the Manhattan Yacht Club to offer charter cr…
What Flag Are You Flying?
Do you know your code flags? International Nautical flags are used for communication at sea.
Ready to Bareboat Charter in the BVI?
Getting aboard your bareboat charter is the goal when you get your ASA sailing certifications. Where do you begin? For many, it is a sailing vacation …