How to Manage Trash Aboard
We at Sailors for the Sea get asked a lot about how to deal with trash, and what’s “ok” to throw overboard. And the simple answer is, in a perfe…
The Cost (and Joys) of Owning a Boat
Some of the best days in life are spent on a boat — despite what the old cliche tells us. Part of happy boat ownership includes accurately estimatin…
How to Start a Sailing Race Effectively
Starting to race can be a daunting experience for any sailor. In fact, the start itself can be the most pulse-raising part of the race. Bill Gladstone…
Learning to Sail with Vagabonde Adventures: Embark on a Bahamas Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable Bahamas adventure with American Sailing School Vagabonde Adventures, in the sun-kissed Abaco Islands. Your instructors are …
Featured Instructor: Jack Karger, The Adventurous Sailor Behind Vagabonde Adventures
Meet Jack Karger, the adventurous sailor behind Vagabonde Adventures. Our latest featured instructor, Jack believes sailing is truly for everyone and …
How to Make the Most of This Year’s Annapolis Sailboat Show
Soak up all Annapolis has to offer at this year's Sailboat Show. American Sailing is offering two can't-miss seminars in the Sailing Capital of the U.…
Chris Bedford: Empowering Sailors with Precision Marine Weather Forecasts
Chris Bedford is the ultimate marine weather coach, teaching sailors to turn the superficial data served by apps into true weather wisdom, helping the…
July 2023 Sailor of the Month: Christopher Dang
American Sailing's July 2023 Sailor of the Month is Christopher Dang from San Francisco, CA. He recently moved to the Bay area and quickly adopted sai…
Featured School: Go Sail Flathead Lake
Go Sail Flathead Lake offers American Sailing certifications in Montana at the gateway to Glacier National Park. Students can earn ASA 101, 103, and 1…
Do I Need An IPC?
If you plan to charter a yacht in Europe, the International Proficiency Certificate offers US-based sailors an equivalent to the ICC, which is a requi…
Women on the Water: Eta Covo
Eta Covo is a woman on the water helping people realize their sailing dreams. From her youth she grew up sailing on her family's yacht in the Croatian…
40 Sailing Tips
Everytime a sailor gets on the water, there are certain steps that must be taken. Whether it's your first sail or the 400th sail, these tips will keep…
How to Prep for ASA 101
It's exciting when you still have your first sailing class ahead of you on the calendar! Here are a few steps you can take to prepare for ASA 101, inc…
Learn to Race: Sailing Racing Terms
Learning to race is a key part of becoming a solid sailor, and the first step is learning the language. Racing terms are an added layer to an already …
40 Sailing Phrases to Know
Sailors have a way of speaking, and the sport has its own language. Some sailing phrases are common in everyday language, while others are only really…
Featured School: Aventura Sailing Academy
Aventura Sailing Academy is located within Aventura Sailing Club in Dana Point, California. Known for its beautiful harbor and ideal sailing condition…
How Do I Learn To Sail?
Learning to sail can become more than just a nostalgic daydream — here are some frequently asked questions about how to go from daydreamer to daysai…
Nautical Flags: Origins, Meanings, and Resources
If you've ever wondered about the curious world of nautical flags, their origins, uses, and all of their various meanings, here's the primer to get yo…