American Sailing Journal - June 2016

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SUMMER IS HERE

The American Sailing Association, in association with Beneteau America and Cruising World magazine has released another instructional video in the Docking Made Easy series entitled Departing A Slip. This detailed tutorial is the second installment of a three video set that addresses the many factors of handling a keelboat under power - specifically backing the boat out of the slip. Sailing legend Peter Isler walks us through the process using animations, illustrations and live action footage.

Watch The Latest Docking Made Easy Video >>

ELEMENTS QUIZ //

We talk a lot about boats, their related systems and the techniques to use them to sail the best we can. However, it's also very important to have a solid understanding of the elements we all find ourselves in whenever we untie and cast off. Take a crack at this quiz that focuses on just that - tides, fog, currents... that kind of stuff.

Take Our Elements Quiz >>

\\ ASA IPHONE APP

The American Sailing Association is proud to present the official iOS mobile application for the sailing lifestyle. This feature-rich app is designed to suit sailing novices and old salts alike.

Compass / Instruments showing speed and heading
Reference materials including knots, signal flags, navigation lights, buoys, and a glossary of over 250 sailing terms.
Educational Videos including key sailing skills such as securing spring lines, adjusting sail trim, tying knots, and docking.

Learn More >>

Download from iTunes

THE OCEAN CLEANUP //

ASA caught up with Boyan Slat to discuss how his large scale environmental project, The Ocean Cleanup, is progressing. A year after their historic Mega Expedition, the OC scientists have spent countless hours in the lab analyzing results as well as testing a scale model of the innovative baffle system that's designed to collect harmful plastics in all the world's oceans. The prototype will soon be deployed in the notoriously ferocious North Sea.

Watch Interview >>

You can find more online resources to improve your sailing skills & knowledge on our Sailors Resources page.

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The mushroom anchor is a weird little beast. Named for its mushroom shape, it has its place in the anchoring universe.

Anchors Aweigh Series >>

"The aspect of teaching sailing that I like best is being able to introduce students to a new outdoor activity" - Kim Walther, ASA Outstanding Instructor

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A few cabins opened up on our Sold Out Grand Tour of New England

Book one now before they're all gone!

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