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Planning a European Sailing Adventure?

January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 Brad Gilreath

Thinking about taking a European sailing getaway? Imagine setting sail along Croatia’s coast, island-hopping in Greece, or exploring Spain’s hidden coves—all without a captain. The freedom to chart your own course in European waters is closer than ever, thanks to Read More …

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The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024 Brad Gilreath

The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health “If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water,” wrote the noted American anthropologist Loren Eiseley. This belief in the enchanting, transformative power of water isn’t Read More …

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California Boater Card

November 13, 2024November 13, 2024 Brad Gilreath

The California Boater Card will be required for all persons on January 1, 2025, who operate on California waters. Once issued, the card remains valid for a boat operator’s lifetime. US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification with California Boater Card Read More …

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Boating Etiquette

October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 Brad Gilreath

Boating etiquette afloat basically consists of respect for others and common courtesy. But sometimes doing the right thing is not always obvious; thus rules have been developed to define correct behavior. Know the Rules of the Road – The Navigation Read More …

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Some Interesting Yachting History

August 5, 2024October 23, 2024 Brad Gilreath

What is a Yacht? The word “yacht” is derived from the 16th century Dutch word jagh that later become jacht. The word is short for jacht-schiff, which a 1559 dictionary defined as a swift vessel of war, commerce or pleasure. Read More …

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Top Ten Cruising Sailboat Checks Before You Cast Off

March 16, 2024October 23, 2024 Brad Gilreath

Does your sailing crew know the location of survival equipment, fuel shut-off valve and how to test a seacock? Make these ten items your first stop when you step aboard any boat, power or sail. Did you know the Coast Read More …

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