Sailing skills are developed over time and are ultimately improved with experience – requiring a great deal of time, dedication and training. Preparation for races can take several forms, from basic training and development to specific course reading and planning. Boating courses can aid in this preparation by developing essential skills, leaving a sailor safe […]
Once the basics of sailing are mastered, it’s time to move on to the more complex aspects of spending time on the water. That means learning the essentials of navigation and seamanship, from safety aspects to avoiding collisions and setting an appropriate course. It is assumed that all of the basic aspects will have been […]
New marine plans for the future of the seas around the UK could have a large impact on sailing and recreational boating. The plans from the Marine Management Organisation should see a change to the way that marine plans are developed in relation to sailing activities. They mean any potential developments must not adversely affect […]
Safety plays an important role in sailing due to the very nature of the outdoor world and what is involved. Being out on the water carries a number of risks, so nullifying these risks as much as possible is seen as essential. From simple safety practices to knowing what to do in an emergency, there […]
It’s easy to think that all that is needed for a good sailing experience is a stretch of water and a boat, but in truth the specific location also plays a very big role. For new sailors especially, picking the first place to sail can have a massive bearing on the experience they have. Areas […]