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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…

Hidden coves, towering cliffs, and untamed seas promise adventure to those bold enough to seek it.

When it comes to learning to sail, this old saying rings especially true. Whether you’re nervously approaching a crowded dock or reefing a ma…

Understanding the U.S. Aids to Navigation System (ATONs) is essential for safe and confident navigation. In this guide, you’ll get a clear explan…

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 ins…

Stress at sea can be invisible but dangerous. Learn how sailors can recognize early warning signs, use the Stress Continuum, and apply practical to…

Steve Hunt, professional sailor and high school sailing coach, distills decades of experience into three essential characteristics that define a gr…

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 sail…

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 …

Enhance your sailing skills by engaging all six senses—sight, hearing, touch, smell, taste, and intuition—to navigate, troubleshoot, and fully …

Improve your VHF radio communication skills with these five pro tips for sailors. Learn how to use working channels, scan important frequencies, ha…

Planning a boat refit for long-term cruising? Learn the top 5 priorities every cruiser should focus on, from hull integrity to rigging, sails, elec…