Launching Your Boat The Right Way Launching your boat will become a simple task with a little practice. However, if you are new to boating you might want to hitch up your boat trailer and head to an empty parking lot to gain some practice. I don't recommend arriving at the boat ramp and attempting to launch your boat before you know how to reverse a trailer.So, let's look at some of the principles of reversing a trailer ...Start...more
Sailing Courses For International Yachtmaster Module 1 is the Introduction to Yachting CertificateThe International Recreational Crew Certificate is divided into 6 modules, module 2 gets us under way and you will be learn about safety on board a boat and the use of the life raft and first aid kit, fire extinguishers, flares, life jackets and safety harnesses. What clothing and footwear is suitable for the varying conditions met...more
Sailing The USA Way The syllabus can be readily divided into two parts. The Keelboat Sailing Certification Program is made up of seven stages while Small Boat Sailing Program contains a further two stages.The Basic Small Boat Sailing Standard requires no previous experience or qualifications. It is the first course in the Small Boat Sailing Program. Students must demonstrate a theoretical knowledge of the names and functions of various parts of a boat together with common sailing terms, the sail and its ancillary components, the International Rules for Collision Prevention both at sea and on inland waters and hey should demonstrate a basic knowledge of safety procedures. On the practical side they must show they can tread water for 5 minutes and swim 100 metres, rig, launch and retrieve the boat, set and trim the sails, sail both upwind and downwind, tack and gybe, correctly apply the rules of the road, recover a man overboard, recover from a capsize, accept and pass a towline, tie four specified Knots within a given time. Upon completion he or she will be able to sail a centerboard or multihull sailboat in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar...more
Yacht Charter Sailing In Greece Greece is a country chosen by the Gods Offering its visitors spectacular beaches, interesting villages, an abundance of history, as well as flowing green country sides, Greece is an ideal destination for a wide variety of groups. Greece boasts one of the world largest and most beautiful coastlines...more
When You Are Sailing On The Costa Del Sol Spain is part of the European Union and all EU and American nationals can visit the country for a period of no longer than 90 days solely with a passport. EU national can apply for a residency permit if they wish to extend their stay. Non EU nationals can apply for a further 90 day extension....more
The Benefits of Buying Small Sailboat Plans When you've decided to build a sailboat, you next have to decide whether you will design the boat yourself or purchase small sailboat plans. This article will discuss the pros and cons of each and why, in almost every situation, purchasing the plans is a better option than designing your own.The first thing to consider is what excites you about building a sailboat. Is it the idea of gliding across the water in something that you built from scratch? It may even be that you are looking forward to being challenged by a large project that you can enjoy time after time again while building and after it's built. It is unlikely, however, that you are looking forward to spending hours and hours designing every nuance of a design and the anxiety of wondering if the boat will ultimately float or not until you are completely done. Purchasing plans can get you to the parts of the project that you are looking forward to much more quickly and relieve stresses associated with an unproven design.The designing of a boat is a unique proposition. When you design a piece of furniture your concerns are will it hold together, will it...more
Selecting A Custom Lanyard For Your Boating Needs If you are new to the world of boating, you likely are only now beginning to learn some of the more basic terms associated with the sport. For example, "lanyard" may be a term that is...more
Why You Need Boat Insurance Today Some people simply overlook boat insurance. They think that nothing bad is going to happen, when in reality, bad things often happen involving boats!If you own a boat, you need boat insurance. In fact,...more
Small Sailboat Plans - Steps to Prepare your Sailboat Project Building a boat is a complicated process and there are many decisions that must be made. Making the right decisions could be the difference between having a sailboat that...more
Top Places To Have A Perfect Boating Holiday In The USA As an alternative to your usual way of spending your holidays, why not consider boating, if you haven't already? These type of vacations are different from anything you have done...more
Considerations when Buying Small Sailboat Plans What small sailboat plans are right for you? How can you be sure you are getting your money's worth? This article will go through several things you'll need to consider so that you will...more
Small Sailboat Plans- How to Choose the Right Material Your first thought may be that you don't need to worry about what you build your sailboat from until after you have purchased your plans. The truth, however, is that you should...more