Sailing terms

When we talk about the 6 points of sail, we are referring to the wind angles in relation to the direction you are sailing in. Learn more about the 6 points of sail in The Sailors Guide to Nautical Terms

Nautical Signal Flags

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Nautical terms of a Basic Sailing YACHT & SAFETY PRINCIPLE SAILING TERMS PRINCIPLE SAILING TERMS During your course, you will encounter the following terms which refers to basic sailing principles and manoeuvres. It is important to familiarise yourself with these terms and the concepts to...

Want to understand what sailors are talking about? Here's a short dictionary of sailing terms and what they mean

Mooring lines are used when arriving or leaving a berth. One of the most important competent crew skills is to know how to handle and tie mooring lines securely and safely. Mooring lines may be tied to a variety of purpose made objects ashore, including cleats, rings and posts. It is best to tie the end […]

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US Inland Navigation Rules, for U.S. Waterways, Great Lakes, Canada