DC Electrical System on a Charter Boat
Batteries power the 12 Volt DC “house” electrical system. There may be one or several batteries linked together to supply power…
My vision for NauticEd is to provide the highest quality sailing and boating education available - and deliver competence wherever sailors live and go.
Batteries power the 12 Volt DC “house” electrical system. There may be one or several batteries linked together to supply power…
Wind blowing you off the dock end ties, plan a fairly steep approach so that you are facing more into the wind.
The strengthened partnership between NauticEd and SailTies is a testament to their commitment to advancing sailing education and experience tracking. By focusing on what each does best—NauticEd in creating competent sailors through education and SailTies in tracking and sharing sailing adventures—this collaboration is setting new standards in the sailing community. Sailors can now enjoy the best of both worlds: an educational platform that builds competence and a tracking app that validates and shares their seafaring experiences with the world.
Without proper knowledge of how the boat reacts to the wind and propwalk, anchoring can be a real challenge.
The Sea of Cortez has captured the imagination of sailors and adventurers and offers unparalleled opportunities for exploration under sail. Join other sailors on NauticEd and Santana Sailing’s 2025 Sea of Cortez Flotilla.
Come join the NauticEd team as we adventure to the British Virgin Islands on our family-friendly March 2025 British Virgin Islands Flotilla.
A collection of our favorite pirate and seafaring quotes. And, we added a wee bit of pirate history to help put the pirate quotes in context.
Join NauticEd for an exclusive Catamaran Vacation Training event in the stunning waters of Puerto Rico, and discover a world of excitement and learning like never before.
Boat: Saba 50. This stunning large Fountaine Pajot Catamaran has plenty of space inside and out. 3 cabins (double occupancy) are reserved for students/guests; each guest cabin has its own ensuite bathroom. One cabin is for the Instructional Skipper and one is reserved for the host/chef.
Participants: Sailors looking to gain experience and informal training while on vacation as well as their significant others (or friends). Those wanting to learn will have ample opportunity to learn the intricacies of catamaran chartering while those wanting to relax can easily find a relaxing space to kick back and enjoy and good book, cruise the waters via SUP, or simply enjoy a tasty libation on board.
Each of these programs is not just a course; it’s an adventure and a stepping stone to mastering the art of catamaran sailing. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned sailor, or an instructor, these courses are designed to enhance your skills and confidence on the water. Don’t miss the chance to set sail on this exciting journey. Register now and make 2024 the year you conquer the waves on a catamaran!
Learn to use polar plot diagrams to generate a true wind / apparent wind/ boat speed triangle. Understand how a decrease in true wind velocity is not a knock and an increase is not a permanent lift with our simple explanation.
NauticEd is a fully recognized education and certification platform for sailing students combining online and on-the-water real instruction (and now VR). NauticEd offers +24 online courses, a free sailor's toolkit that includes 2 free courses, and six ranks of certification – all integrated into NauticEd’s proprietary platform. The USCG and NASBLA recognize NauticEd as having met the established American National Standards. Learn more at www.nauticed.org.
The NauticEd Vacations team are Expert Global Yacht Charter Agents – when you book a sailing vacation or bareboat charter through NauticEd, we don’t charge you a fee – we often save you money since we can compare prices from all yacht charter companies. PLUS, we can give you advice on which destination or charter company will suit your needs best. Inquire about a Sailing Vacation or Charter.