Safety at Sea: Preparing for Emergencies
By considering all the things that can go wrong at sea — and devising solid strategies to address them — we can be prepared for nearly every contingency.
By considering all the things that can go wrong at sea — and devising solid strategies to address them — we can be prepared for nearly every contingency.
When seconds count, having the right gear at the right time — and knowing how to use it — can help get a lost shipmate back on board.
After losing the rig on their classic yawl, this couple devises a jury rig and makes it safely to the Azores.
Three new items to help you keep in touch at sea
With just 150 miles left to go of their circumnavigation, a couple is rescued from their sailboat after suffering a knockdown. Then more than a month later, they’re reunited with their boat.
Learn to tame a cat’s big main in calm conditions so you’ll be ready when the wind dogs howl.
A Cuban freighter comes to the aid of a storm-tossed sailboat crew.
Coast Guard to employ new tools against fake radio distress calls.
In calm conditions, try out your safety gear so you’ll know it works when the time comes to use it.
Rich Wilson, two time round-the-world solo sailor, to headline Annapolis US sailing safety-at-sea seminar, March 24 & 25, 2018
Sailors have a range of options to take on wind and waves that can push a vessel out of control.
A sailor helps a friend in need and learns a few lessons in seamanship while delivering a tired sailboat from the Dominican Republic to the US.
By considering all the things that can go wrong at sea — and devising solid strategies to address them — we can be prepared for nearly every contingency.
When seconds count, having the right gear at the right time — and knowing how to use it — can help get a lost shipmate back on board.
After losing the rig on their classic yawl, this couple devises a jury rig and makes it safely to the Azores.
Three new items to help you keep in touch at sea
With just 150 miles left to go of their circumnavigation, a couple is rescued from their sailboat after suffering a knockdown. Then more than a month later, they’re reunited with their boat.
Learn to tame a cat’s big main in calm conditions so you’ll be ready when the wind dogs howl.
A Cuban freighter comes to the aid of a storm-tossed sailboat crew.
Coast Guard to employ new tools against fake radio distress calls.
In calm conditions, try out your safety gear so you’ll know it works when the time comes to use it.
Rich Wilson, two time round-the-world solo sailor, to headline Annapolis US sailing safety-at-sea seminar, March 24 & 25, 2018
Sailors have a range of options to take on wind and waves that can push a vessel out of control.
A sailor helps a friend in need and learns a few lessons in seamanship while delivering a tired sailboat from the Dominican Republic to the US.
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