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Who is Kirsten Neuschäfer and Where is She Sailing?

The Golden Globe Race is currently winding down, and the sailors are headed back to Les Sables-d’Olonne, France. In fact, they are a few days out fr…
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Zeke April 24, 2023
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Earth Day 2023: American Sailing Launches Sustainable Membership Cards

As part of American Sailing’s ongoing commitment to our environment through the Plastic Pollution Purge Initiative, beginning this Earth Day, we are…
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Zeke April 20, 2023

Should You Choose A Charter Sailing Vacation? 

A great piece of advice given to me by American Sailing Founder Lenny Shabes, when considering sailing with others. Have six people over for dinner o…
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Zeke April 17, 2023
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Handling Marine Emergencies

Emergencies at sea are extremely serious and require a prepared crew to take control of the situation. While you may take sailing courses to become pr…
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Zeke April 13, 2023
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Learn to Sail While On Vacation

What could be better than getting away and learning to sail to refresh your zest for life? If you have completed your ASA 101 training and have been s…
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Zeke April 10, 2023
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Summer Sailstice June 24, 2023 🔉

On Saturday, June 24, 2023, American Sailing is again a Gold Level Sponsor of the 23rd annual Summer Sailstice, the biggest sail event of the year whe…
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Zeke April 5, 2023
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How to Graduate from Cruiser to Racer — Steps to Start Racing Sailboats 🔉

So often in the sailing world, we’re presented with a question that takes binary form — “are you a cruiser or a racer?” Sure, people tend to h…
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Zeke April 3, 2023
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Featured Instructor: Captain Cara Brown

Cara Brown is living your dream life. This American Sailing sailing instructor is teaching and sailing in the British Virgin Islands with Horizon Sail…
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Zeke March 27, 2023
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Steps to Buying a Sailboat

I will let you on a secret. I bought my first bought before I knew how to sail. But, I wanted to sail my entire life, and every time I walked through …
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Zeke March 23, 2023
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Tying a Clove Hitch

A clove hitch is a knot commonly used in boating. It is named after its shape, which resembles a clove, a small aromatic bulb often used in cooking. H…
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Zeke March 20, 2023
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Sail Trim for Cruisers: Why Trim Your Sails?

A rumor is going around the American Sailing offices that trimming your sails makes for more efficient sailing. That rumor is directed at my sailing t…
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Zeke March 16, 2023
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Sailing Cyprus with Bluewave Tashoots

Sailing in the Mediterranean is a natural progression for many sailors who charter in the Caribbean. The exotic location rich with sun and culture mak…
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Zeke March 13, 2023
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International Women’s Day

March 8, is International Women’s Day (IWD), and American Sailing wants to salute women sailors worldwide. International Women’s Day (March 8) is …
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Zeke March 8, 2023
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Featured School: Horizon Sailing School

Horizon Sailing School in the British Virgin Islands is located in Nanny Cay on the south shore of Tortola with a window to the cruising grounds of th…
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Zeke March 6, 2023
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North U’s Women’s Performance Racing Week

North U Women's Performance Race Week is a week-long sailing program designed specifically for women. North U offers various programs and resources to…
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Zeke March 2, 2023
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Peter Isler, Appointed as Chairman of the Board of American Sailing

The American Sailing (ASA) announces that Peter Isler has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. Isler, a world-renow…
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Zeke March 1, 2023
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7 Tips For The Beginning Sailor

There are the obvious things you need when you go sailing, sunscreen, a hat, a windbreaker, non-skid shoes, and wind. However, what do you really need…
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Zeke February 27, 2023
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What is a Flying Bowline?

A flying bowline is a type of knot that is commonly used in sailing. It is a variation of the bowline knot, which is a strong and reliable knot used t…
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Zeke February 23, 2023
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