Sea Anchor

October 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

Finally, there is something called a “sea anchor.” These can be a variety of devices used to slow down a vessel caught in high winds and turbulent seas.

Weather Predictions

October 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

While we have touched on weather concepts in this Module, no one can expect you to be a meteorologist (unless you are one) and do a good enough job at predicting the weather with enough quality to guarantee your safety.

Sails

October 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

Sails are sophisticated objects. It is not only the materials they are made from that are important, but also, the way they are cut and sewn.

Returning a sailboat to the Slip

October 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

Time flies when you are sailing. But sadly, the moment comes when you must return and put your vessel back in its slip.

Sailboat Fire Extinguishers and Requirements

October 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

Fire Extinguishers Fire Extinguishers are given a letter rating that matches the type of fire they will be battling.