Imagine yourself at the helm of a sailboat going up and down the Potomac river in Washington, D.C. or maybe cruising on a sunny Sunday afternoon out on Chesapeake Bay. If you have a love of the water, then do something about it and take sailing lessons from one of these schools in the Washington, ...
Rhode Island enjoys its nickname the Ocean State, especially in summer when vacationers from around New England and further afield make their way to Rhode Island’s sparkling shores to enjoy sailing, swimming, fishing and boating. Of course Rhode Islanders themselves enjoy their magnificent coast line too. The many camps that dot the state, of course, ...
Designing rudders as steering systems may be a great deal today but in fact, are nothing new. The word rudder literally means a paddle. The first rudders were used by the Vikings in their huge ships ages ago. Of course, since then, rudders have involved to make our lives easier and our sailing adventures a ...
Sailing is a way of life in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. A 365 day a year experience and there are schools that will teach you the basics of sailing in as little as two days. If you are going to live in Ft. Lauderdale, you might as well enjoy all the area has to offer. Take ...
Do you want to go sailing, but you are living on a tight budget? Are you dreaming of a relaxing vacation, spent on the water? Here are some ideas to help you find ways to hit the high seas, without emptying the pocketbook. Start by visiting your local marina and find out how much it ...
With it’s proximity to two major lakes and the Puget Sound, sailing is a popular pastime in the city of Seattle. During the gorgeous summers, you’ll always see boats darting around the harbor in the sun. If you would like to learn how to sail yourself, there are plenty of places that offer expert training. ...
Miami is one of the most common jump-off points when sailing to the commonwealth country of the Bahamas. This is best done during summer when avid explorers would find the weather favorable for sailing. The calm waters of the season not only makes the travel safer, it also showcases glass-like waters filled with visible marine ...
Southwest Florida, along with the Keys, has many opportunities for any one wishing to learn to sail, to brush up on their sailing skills, or even to operate a powerboat. Sailing schools in this area are either American Sailing Association Accredited (ASA) or US Sailing Association Accredited or are accredited by both associations. Experienced, certified ...
