Join Us In Celebrating Coastal Cleanup Day
In the 1980s, a small group of volunteers in Texas rallied their community together to take a day to clean up their coastal area. They organized a tea…
Quiz on Lights
We all know we need nav lights for when the sun goes down but it’s important to understand what we are looking at when we see the lights on other bo…
What Flag Are You Flying?
Do you know your code flags? International Nautical flags are used for communication at sea.
Book Review: The Ocean: The Ultimate Handbook of Nautical Knowledge
I have two boys. They have always been inquisitive. Being on a boat makes kids curious about the world around them. I had a lot of answers, but they h…
Flotillas: Advanced Concentrated Learning and Fun!
Being part of a flotilla is the perfect way to test your new sailing skills with the safety net of having someone more experienced on hand if you need…
Sailing Bahamas with Cruise Abaco
Explore Abaco, Bahamas with Cruise Abaco and get your ASA certifications while you are it.
ASA Member Event: Arabella Grand Tour 2021
The first Grand Tour of New England aboard Arabella is almost complete. What started out as a trip that Hurricane Henri was threatening to cancel has …
Charter Sailboat Resources
You might be daydreaming about a sailing vacation so we have put together a resource to help you plan your next great sailing adventure. Whether you …
Your First Charter Sailing Vacation
Planning your first Sailing charter vacation can be as easy as asking; Where do you want to sail? Who is going to sail with you? How much do you want …
Product Review: The Boat Medic First Aid Kit by My Medic
We don’t aim to get injured while sailing but when you have the MyMedic first aid kit handy it’s as if you think, “long falls and sharp objects …
Bite Size Lessons : MOB First Response
In this lesson we take a look at what happens when there is a "man overboard" and learn the important Y.T.P.S.C. acronym that reminds us what the firs…
What Is It Quiz
“What is it?” we ask. Here is a seven question quiz that will expose you as the sailing genius everyone knows you are or the not-so genius everyon…
The Charter Quiz
Do you have the urge to put your sailing education to use on a bareboat charter? Are you considering a crewed charter? Test your knowledge with this q…
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 …
ASA Remembers Laser Designer Bruce Kirby
Following in the wake of the death of Frank Butler, President and Chief Executive Officer of Catalina Yachts, in Nov 2020 at age 92, boat designer and…
When it Comes to Your Sailing Education, You’re the Boss!
One of the most important parts of beginning your sailing education is finding the right sailing school. Every individual has different strengths, wea…
Essential Sailing Gear
There are many ways to go sailing, from relaxing day sails and low-stakes racing to long-term cruising and adventurous offshore passages, but some thi…
Is An ASA Flotilla Right For You?
You have earned your ASA Sailing certifications, you daysail regularly and now you want to reach the next level in your sailing experience. The flotil…