An Unusual Encounter of the Moth Kind
When a midnight moth party erupts aboard, a sailor joins the festivities and bails them out the best he can. This summer’s two week cruise was scheduled to begin June 26 aboard our 34-foot Jeffcat catamaran, which happened…
The Buddy System
Seasoned cruisers share their experiences pairing up with other sailors. This article was originally published in the September 2021 issue of 48° North. Smoke drifted upward from the grill on the stern, salads and side…
#TBT: A Father’s Lessons
Throwback Thursday is back with the story of an adventurous father and the lessons he taught. Originally published in the October 2004 issue of 48° North by Sarah Mitchelson. My dad is a blustery British sailor who is…
Sailing the Salish 100
This article was originally published in the September 2021 issue of 48° North. Every year of my childhood, without fail, my parents tried to sign me up for a new sport or group activity — when I was far happier exploring…
How-To: Get Away From the Dock, Stay Away from the Dock
This article was originally published in the September 2021 issue of 48° North. About a year ago, my partner and I made the decision to leave our costly liveaboard moorage and make an attempt to stay at anchor for as long as…
Fun With Friends: 48° North Cruising Rally 2021
This article, co-written by Chuck Skewes and Joe Cline, originally appeared in the September 2021 issue of 48° North. Since 2018, 48° North has partnered with Ullman Sails to put on a cruising rally in the islands of the…
Tech Talk with SeaBits: Anchor Alarms
This article was originally published in the September 2021 issue of 48° North. Anchoring is an essential skill for cruising, but it can be stressful — finding the perfect spot in a crowded anchorage can test even the most…
Desolation Sound Stern Ties Upgraded to be More Visible
Cruisers visiting Desolation Sound should now more easily be able to identify 140 permanent stern-tie locations. Our friends at the BC Parks Forever Society are constantly working for for the good of cruising boaters that…
Pacific Gale Sail: 24 Hours of Preparation, Endurance & Recovery
This article was originally published in the August 2021 issue of 48° North.
Report: 48°N Columnists Share Experiences and Tips Crossing Newly Opened US-Canada Border
48° North columnists Marty McOmber and Deborah Bach recently crossed the newly opened U.S.-Canada border in Sidney, British Columbia. Here's how it went for them, along with some tips for other cruisers considering doing the…
