NauticEd - International Sailing & Powerboating Education

Don't get stuck with a massive repair bill! Always thoroughly inspect the gooseneck connecting the boom to the mast before setting sail. Look closely for any cracks or bent rivets left behind by previous clients. Taking your checkout seriously can save you thousands of dollars!

The Science behind Sailboat Sails

It is time to shift our focus from just collecting certifications to truly building competence on the water.

GPS stands for global positioning system. It uses a network of satellites in orbit. Although the GPS is used as a navigation device, it is also a form of communication to the vessel. Thus we include it here. It’s pretty interesting stuff.

One of the most common mistakes boaters make is using their windlass as a deck cleat. Remember, a windlass is designed to bring your ground tackle up and down, not to maintain the boat at anchor. Always transfer the load to your deck hardware to avoid costly damage like a bent main shaft!

NO SAILING SHIP BEAT THIS RECORD FOR 135 YEARS

In 1854, the clipper ship Flying Cloud sailed from New York to San Francisco in just 89 days and 8 hours.

Her navigator, Eleanor Creesy, used celestial navigation, weather observations, and ocean-current charts to plot the route around Cape Horn.

The record stood until 1989.

A wooden ship, powered only by wind, set a standard that survived for 135 years.

The Tall Ships make their way into Boston Harbor