Beginner’s Guide – Page 3 – sailing education

How Much Weight Can a Sailboat Carry?

Whether you’re sailing for a day, a week, or a lifetime, you cannot plan a safe expedition without knowing the weight capacity of your vessel. This max amount of recommended weight tells you how...

What Safety Equipment Is Required for a Boat?

Whether your next boat trip is two miles out or 200, there are certain must-have items you should never go without. This equipment can ensure the safety of all passengers onboard your boat, not to...

Can a Sailboat Rest on its Keel?

Are you thinking about if it’s safe and structurally sound to rest your sailboat on its keel? While each boat is different and requires different considerations, in general, it is possible to rest...

Why Do Sailboats Have Big Steering Wheels?

Around the world, sailing is known as a relaxing and engaging activity to take up. Many people enjoy being one with nature, seeing great sights, and learning how to control a beautiful boat. When you...

Is Lake Erie Good for Sailing?

Thanks to the information on this blog, you’ve successfully completed your first sailing trip. Now you’re thinking of planning another one, this time to Lake Erie. You know other sailors have...

First Time Sailing? Here’s What To Wear (and Why)

Woohoo! It’s your first time sailing and you couldn’t be more excited. You’ve combed through this blog and learned quite a lot about what it takes to be a good sailor, and you think you’re...