Cruising by Sailboat to the Towns of the Rappahannock
Cruising sailors who enjoy tying up, stretching their legs, and exploring small towns will want to check out Deltaville, Irvington, and Urbanna on the Rappahannock.
Cruising sailors who enjoy tying up, stretching their legs, and exploring small towns will want to check out Deltaville, Irvington, and Urbanna on the Rappahannock.
Here are SpinSheet readers most frequently asked questions about sailing and boating during Maryland's stay-at-home order and DNR responses.
To cruising sailors, Annapolis is about much more than colonial architecture and ice cream. Here’s what’s cool about Annapolis from a cruiser’s perspective:
If you want to learn how to sail, the Chesapeake Bay offers a myriad of options for you from Sailing 101 to How To Race.
Virtual events to keep sailors’ heads in the game as we ride out this odd moment in our history and keep healthy
Here are SpinSheet reporter Craig Ligibel’s top 10 reasons why sailors can survive the Coronavirus.
TEAM USA finished a disappointing fifth in the kickoff of the second season of Sail GP contested last weekend in Sydney Harbor.
The role of “team leader” (skipper) varies with boat type and size. It often involves being the principal helmsperson. In many racing programs the skipper is also the owner. This means you have a lot on your plate. Regardless of how the role is structured, there are some common threads that all successful skippers share.
1. Communicate
2. Define responsibilities
3. Be organized; take care of your crew
4. Prepare
5. Practice
Chesapeake liveaboards dispel many myths about living afloat, either on a sailboat or powerboat
Sailing safety expert John Rousmaniere shares his thoughts on a pre-castoff crew meeting, boat preparation, and preparing for emergencies