My husband and I "head out" tomorrow for a weekend anniversary trip that includes our 101 class.
I actually feel like I know what I am doing and will not be at a complete loss!
Thank you for making me feel like I have enough of a handle on it to take the plunge.
Wish us luck, we'll keep you posted.
- Robyn Lund
This is a great site.
I've been sailing since the early 1960's but have not done much in the last 30+ years, having to work can be a real drag.
It's exactly what I've been looking for as a refresher.
- Glen
Thank you so much for all of your great work!
I run a community sailing school with all volunteer instructors and am just thrilled to have all of these lovely teaching aids!
Please add me to both your mailing list and your fan club!
- Kate Bedard
I am trying to learn how to sail while in Afghanistan.
This is by far the best video on "points of sail" I have found.
The website linked with profile also has a fantastic "powerpoint" on introduction to sailing.
- C J Barnard
Posted on YouTube.com
I've had a look at your website and am very impressed.
The Voyager's Handbook
What a great resource for those just getting into sailing!
I agree that most of the online resources out there assume some basic level of knowledge and vocabulary.
Your site is accessible and well laid out - congratulations!"
Beth A. LeonardThe Voyager's Handbook
If you are considering sailing in congested waters, you've probably heard about Automatic Identification System (AIS)... Now you can experience it!. Use the interactive Google map to view ships in various locations on the US Coast. Marinetraffic.com has built this exciting learning tool, and we have combined it with the US Coast Guard's explanation of the fundamentals of how AIS works. In addition, we have added several articles and a podcast you can download and listen to.
Learn to Sail Classes
There are hundreds of sailing schools that would love to teach you to sail. There are even specialty classes like; sailing schools for women, couples sailing schools, bareboat sailing schools, Caribbean sailing schools located in the Virgin Islands, American sailing schools all along the coasts and and lake areas that provide excellent sailing education and sailing instruction. If your interest is bluewater or lake sailing, looking for cruising instruction and sailing certification or advanced celestial navigation there is a "how to" sail class for you. Many beginners start with the basic ASA or US Sailing Association classes, and move on to bareboat charter and coastal navigation courses. What ever your sailing or boating interest, there is a "Learn to Sail" class for you. We hope these online sailing lessons help you maximize your time on the boat. Good luck and enjoy your life ... you only get one.
There are hundreds of sailing schools that would love to teach you to sail. There are even specialty classes like; sailing schools for women, couples sailing schools, bareboat sailing schools, Caribbean sailing schools located in the Virgin Islands, American sailing schools all along the coasts and and lake areas that provide excellent sailing education and sailing instruction. If your interest is bluewater or lake sailing, looking for cruising instruction and sailing certification or advanced celestial navigation there is a "how to" sail class for you. Many beginners start with the basic ASA or US Sailing Association classes, and move on to bareboat charter and coastal navigation courses. What ever your sailing or boating interest, there is a "Learn to Sail" class for you. We hope these online sailing lessons help you maximize your time on the boat. Good luck and enjoy your life ... you only get one.
Five ready to use Day Sail checklists that can be viewed for FREE on your iPhone or any other Web - Enabled - Device from Verizon, Sprint, or AT&T's G3 network. If you have a laptop on your Nav Station, you can also call up the checklist or print the PDF version. Checklists include Personal Gear, Safety and Legal, House Systems, Machinery, and Reading Sails and Lines.
We just expanded this section to include dozens excellent videos involving sailing training, knot tying, racing, bloopers, and fun commentary presented in High Definition.
All the videos are organized and present in our clean, uncluttered format.
Learn, laugh, and most important: Enjoy yourself.
All the videos are organized and present in our clean, uncluttered format.
Learn, laugh, and most important: Enjoy yourself.
We welcome your comments and ideas. Marilyn and I developed this site as a way to help the beginning sailor. If something needs to be clarified, or you think it's great, just drop us a note and tell us..
Available as a special stand alone tutorial, our Points of Sail lesson is clearly unique in its multi-view approach to understanding wind direction and the sailing terminology associated with it. This lesson clearly illustrates not only the Point of Sail and the Mainsail position, it also includes the tack, the wind angle, and the masthead wind direction.
Experience is a great teacher, and this is a great place to start. In our new "Teachable Moment" section we hope to bring you the experiences of thousands of miles of sailing, without leaving your seat. NEW We have just added a great new series discussing the lessons we learn in selecting, purchasing, financing, and finally sailing Bo'Daycious. In addition Beth Leonard, circumnavigator and author of The Voyager's Handbook, saw the benefit of our project and was the first to add a lesson. Cmdr. Suzanne Giesemann, the respected author and avid sailor has just added another great lesson from her book It's Your Boat Too. Cruiser Laurie Pane, who sailed around the world with his wife and son, share two great lessons from his is book Chasing Sunsets. Offshore sailor, Bill Biewenga's has just been added two more lessons. Jim & Wendy Ulik prove you can live your dreams in a sailboat under 30 feet! Scott Welty, the fun teacher, shares one of his great MacGyver lessons with us,
March 6, 2010 UPDATE: When we first saw the Marine GeoGarage we knew it would be perfect for the sailor learning the basics of charting and navigation symbols, and we are now one of the first to display it in its new format. By laying 1018 NOAA charts over Google Maps, the Marine GeoGarage allows you to effortlessly visualize the details. They have just added route charting and export to Garmin to improve your experience. We then added tools like the US Coast Guard Navigation Aids and NOAA Chart 1 Symbols to the screen, making it the perfect tool for students exploring any coastline in America.
Three tools have been included within this lesson group. First the US Coast Guard's combined International (COLREGS) and Inland Navigation Rules. Next is The Handbook of the Nautical Rules of the Road, written by Chris Llana and George Wisneskey, an excellent guide for gaining understanding. Finally we have included the US Coast Guard Auxiliary's Plain English flash card prep tool, available in the original print version and updated for on-line lessons.
The Ultimate Sailing Weather Page: Weather Snapshots from 14 key sailing areas, plus global weather map with 5 day forecasts. In addition with just a click or two, you can check shore and marine conditions included wind speed and direction, wave height, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature and forecasts. There is also an excellent library of weather resource links were collected and contributed by Bill Biewenga. Bill is one of America's most accomplished offshore sailors. He has accumulated approximately 400,000 sea miles including 37 transatlantic crossings, several TransPacs, numerous record attempts, deliveries and races, as well as participation in four round the world races. Bill has several lessons in our Voice of Experience Section
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We told the publishers of the best cruising, racing, and regional boating magazines what we were doing and they were more than happy to contribute the electronic version of their magazines and newspapers. These "Web Publications" are filled with excellent articles covering wonderful places you can add to your personal "100 Places to Sail" list, as well as great experiences others have had and survived. Enjoy....
LEARN: Free interactive sailing lessons will take you from an absolute beginner to a confident sailing student who can communicate well with your instructor and classmates.
READ: The electronic version of
L&A's Seafaring, Latitude 38, Carolina Currents,48 Degrees North, Points East, Great Lakes Scuttbutt, Southwinds, Caribbean Compass, Spinsheet, and Ocean Navigator.
L&A's Seafaring, Latitude 38, Carolina Currents,48 Degrees North, Points East, Great Lakes Scuttbutt, Southwinds, Caribbean Compass, Spinsheet, and Ocean Navigator.
DEFINE: Understand the definitions of common nautical words and phrases
CHECK: Five ready-to-use Day Sail checklists that can be viewed for FREE on your iPhone or any other Web - Enabled - Device
EXPERIENCE is a great teacher, and this is a excellent place to start. In this section we bring you the experiences of thousands of miles of sailing, without leaving your seat.
CHART: 1018 NOAA charts over Google Maps, with US Coast Guard Navigation Aids and NOAA Chart 1 Symbols. Makes it the perfect tool for students exploring any US coastline
WATCH: Expanded section includes dozens of excellent videos involving sailing training, knot tying, racing, bloopers, and fun commentary presented in High Definition.
UNDERSTAND: Our Points of Sail lesson clearly illustrates not only the Point of Sail and the Mainsail position, it also includes the tack, the wind angle, and the masthead wind direction.
PLAN: Where do you go once you have learned sail? These great websites will help you plan you future behind the helm.
PREDICT: Weather Dashboard Includes all the resources you need to keep an eye on the weather on the water or ashore.
SEE: Increase your comfort level and confidence with sailboat images identifying key areas of a sailboat.
SAY: We welcome your comments and ideas. If something needs to be clarified, or you think it's great, just drop us a note and tell us...
MAIN: Return to Port
We know what your asking... Is it really free? It this some kind of trick? Who gives away content like this? Yes, No, We do!
Plus we have made it really easy! One of our favorites is the "Lessons in a Box". You can add this drop down box to your website and it takes up only about 1/2' x 3" but gives your students, friends, neighbors, and relatives access to 9 Ashoreschool lessons - Just copy and paste the code to your website.
Plus we have made it really easy! One of our favorites is the "Lessons in a Box". You can add this drop down box to your website and it takes up only about 1/2' x 3" but gives your students, friends, neighbors, and relatives access to 9 Ashoreschool lessons - Just copy and paste the code to your website.
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Charts, Maps,Top Ten Lists! Once you pass your bareboat course... where can you go? Do your research right here. Find the best places to sail, and itineraries for charter bases around the globe. Interested in cruising the, New England, Pacific Northwest, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, the Mediterranean. Plan your adventure using E-charts like Active Captain or GeoGarage Marine or view and download the NEW +1500 NOAA Full Size Navigation Charts for the US Coast and Great Lakes.
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Latitude 38
Carolina Currents
48 Degrees North
Points East
Southwinds
Great Lakes Scuttlebutt
Carolina Currents
48 Degrees North
Points East
Southwinds
Great Lakes Scuttlebutt
Caribbean Compass
Spinsheet
All At Sea
Ocean Navigator
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Real time Newsfeeds
Sailing Blogs
Spinsheet
All At Sea
Ocean Navigator
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Real time Newsfeeds
Sailing Blogs
New sailors often need a place to start shopping for the basics: Books to read, charting tools, compass and chartplotters to decide on. Rather then forcing you to search aimlessly, with the help of Amazon.com, we put together a simple store for the beginner. The benefit is the safety, security, and discount Amazon offers. We also hope you'll like our easy to use indexing method.
New For Spring 2010! Increase your comfort level and confidence with sailboat images identifying key areas of a sailboat. When your instructor says "Check the wind direction by looking at the wind indicator" or "Check the steaming light to be sure it works", you know exactly where to look. Check it out!
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