How to Boost Your Sailing Skills During the Off-Season
Take your sailing skills to the next level during the off-season. Learn boat handling, docking, and anchoring with NauticEd’s Skipper Course.
Entries by Grant Headifen
How to Create a New Years Resolution
Unlock a world of possibilities with boating as your New Year’s resolution. Experience the freedom, adventure, and tranquility of life on the water.
Give Way Rules Video
Stay safe on the water by understanding boating give way rules. Learn essential navigational rules to prevent collisions and sail smarter.
Learning sailing while on a Yacht Charter Vacation
Learn to sail while on vacation with the Instructional Skipper Program. Gain real-world skills and practical experience in beautiful destinations.
Eight Bells for Captain James Waddell
It is with heavy hearts during this holiday season that we share the news and toll the 8 Bells for the passing of Captain James (Jim) Waddell from Satori Sailing, a beloved member of our extended NauticEd family.
Is a beam reach relative to true wind or apparent wind
Beam reach – true wind or apparent wind – that is the question. Learn about the interplay between theory and practice when sailing a beam reach.
Boater Gift Guide
Sailor gift ideas – Sailing is the gift that keeps giving whether by helping someone achieve their goals with a sailing course or the ultimate of gift of a sailing vacation.
Greece vs Croatia
Both Greece and Croatia offer unparalleled sailing experiences, each with its own unique charm, beauty, and cultural heritage. Whether you’re exploring the sun-drenched islands of Greece or the rugged coastline of Croatia, a yacht charter vacation in the Mediterranean promises adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories on the water.
How to Get Bareboat Certified for Yacht Charter with NauticEd
Discover how to get bareboat certified and fulfill your dream of chartering a yacht in popular destinations like Europe and the Seychelles.
How to Trim the Mainsail – Traveler or Mainsheet?
The traveler and the mainsheet work dynamically together. Sail like a pro by properly trimming the mainsail using the mainsheet and traveler.
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