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  1. Safety Tips from a "Controlled" Boat Burn Event

    ... (SpinSheet tested and approved).  FIND IT HERE Do regular electrical maintenance (monthly during the season) on every ... clean, and inspect wiring for signs of chafe. Do not use heaters in lieu of winterizing. Never to leave a heater running if ...

    Molly Winans - 06/08/2022 - 10:57

  2. Sailors Burn Calories on Blue Friday the Day After Thanksgiving

    ... in Solomons the day after Thanksgiving. We’re not saying you can’t shop, but rather than make the day all about shopping, ... with our Holiday Gifts for Sailors .) On Blue Friday, do you have to actually go out on a boat? Nope! Though if it’s nice weather, ...

    Molly Winans - 11/28/2022 - 14:24

  3. Sock Burning Etiquette

    ... your feet in public months before you’re actually ready to do so. Maybe clean those piggies up a touch? There will be photographers ... shoes back on for safety and self-respect reasons. But do not even think about asking someone to hold your socks while you tie your ...

    Duffy Duffy - 03/09/2018 - 15:17

  4. Stormy Weather and Racing Fun SpinSheet Racing Roundup July 22-23

    ... and photos. If you find that your club’s events are not getting into this web post or into the magazine, it’s highly likely you’re not sending us news. Please do! Whereas we don’t have the manpower to cover every 10-boat ...

    Molly Winans - 11/01/2017 - 15:49

  5. Managing Power, Water, and Waste on a Sailing Charter

    ... How many batteries are there, and how many amp hours do you have to work with? Is there a way to connect battery banks, and is there ... off and hatches get opened. Turn lights and fans off when not in the cabins and make sure faucets are completely off so the fresh water ...

    Beth - 12/19/2017 - 13:15

  6. Fitness: Get Ready for Sailing Season

    ... bouncing around. None of those are “normal” things to do, so the risk of injury is real. A little time invested now can ensure that ... by a fluke injury -- ice should be in your cocktail, not in a bag on your back. So here are a few ideas for getting yourself ...

    Anonymous - 12/20/2022 - 16:47

  7. DIY: Installing a Clean-Out Port in Your Diesel Fuel Tank

    ... or how to execute any part of a clean-out port installation, do not hesitate to engage a qualified contractor. Catching your boat on fire is ...

    Beth - 03/20/2024 - 13:00

  8. The First Sock Burning circa 1977

    ... when you couldn’t remember if it had snowed even once. Not this year. He was happy to bid this bitter season farewell. ... heard for a long time. He smiled and did what any sailor may do. He checked to see if there were any Budweisers in the shop fridge. And, ...

    Molly Winans - 03/19/2020 - 14:34

  9. Trip 3 - Visiting Cumberland Island

    ... a while so we made sure we both understood what we needed to do as it was still quite windy. All went well and soon I was rowing myself to ... departure and got underway much too early but I was anxious not to be late for the 11 am showing of the Carnegie House – named Plum ...

    Mick Meckler - 03/08/2022 - 10:57

  10. Too Cold to Sail? That's No Excuse to Stay Home

    ... Fireside Chats, and a big Brunch, so there’s something to do most weeks. SOS has members spread out around the Chesapeake, including ... problem, and the sailing problem just gets worse. We do not object to this characterization. ...

    Beth - 10/20/2021 - 11:27

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