What Overboard Survivors Want You to Know
Who are the experts on the experience of…
New current chart app for boaters in Straits of Juan de Fuca and Georgia
If boaters in the Salish Sea know one thing, it's that the current is king. Want a boost, go with it. Fail to pay attention to tidal movement and it could cost you. But current prediction charts for cruisers, racers, and…
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Video: Salish Sea Pilot tutorial
Chocked full of useful information about anchorages, marinas and much more, Salish Sea Pilot (SSP) cruising guides quickly became one of our go-to resources for navigating the Pacific Northwest when they were first released.…
Mooring buoys, and things that go bump in the night
Thanks to Three Sheets reader Allen Gibbard for sending this great tip... You’ve had a fun day on the water. The cruising Gods have smiled upon you — the last mooring ball is open at your favorite destination. You’re set.…
Do Washington State ferries monitor channel 16? Sort of…
Ask Bill Michael what he does for a living, and he’ll tell you that he hires and fires ferry captains for Washington State Ferries. Ask him what his meeting with a recent group of recreational sailors was all about and he’ll…
Why you don't get too close to glaciers
We came across this video of glaciers calving and thought it would be perfect for all the Alaska-bound cruisers looking for glimpses of these icy giants. Stay back, stay safe!
Video: See how a master outfits her boat
I recently stumbled across this excellent interview with my good friend and sailing inspiration Carol Hasse, which was done by OffCenterHarbor.com. Enjoy!
With racing on the horizon, it’s time to pull out the safety card
Looking out the window on the plane home to Alaska, Porter catches my eye while thumbing through the contents in the seat pocket in front of him. I don't say a word, yet I'm curious as to what he finds interesting. Within…
This article comes to us from 48° North interviewee,…