Navigation is the art and science of determining your position and plotting a course to your destination. For sailors, it combines traditional skills with modern...

Diesel engine maintenance is the foundation of reliable cruising. A well-maintained marine diesel will run for thousands of hours between major overhauls. Neglect it, and...

Cruising the Caribbean is a dream for many sailors. The warm trade winds, crystal clear waters, and island-hopping adventures draw thousands of boats each winter...

Lost a crew member? Here’s the immediate response every sailor should have memorized. First, throw flotation. Don’t think – just throw anything that floats toward...

Sailing etiquette at the fuel dock keeps everyone safe and the line moving. Here are the basics every sailor should know. Have your lines ready...

Proper winch maintenance takes just minutes but can prevent costly repairs and dangerous failures at sea. Start by removing the drum. Most winches have a...

Reading the sky is one of the oldest sailing skills. Before modern forecasting, sailors relied on visual cues to predict weather changes. High, wispy cirrus...

Spring is here, and it’s time to get your sailboat ready for the season. Before you head out on the water, take 30 minutes to...