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Sally Helme, Publisher Emeritus at Cruising World and Sailing World Magazine, was a trailblazer in the sailing world. Her remarkable contributions, advocacy for women in sailing, and leadership make her an icon in the industry. Sally’s legacy will continue to inspire generations of sailors.

Announcing ASA’s Sailing Fun and Junior Sailing Programs – tailored for Asia’s eager young sailors. Dive into the essence of sailing, tailored for every skill level, and discover the joy of the sea in 2024!

American Sailing sat down with Nigel Calder, author of the best-selling ‘Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual’ and co-founder of BoatHowTo.com before the two-part online class series, Trouble Free & Optimized Electric Systems and Diesel Engine Fundamentals.

Dive into the essentials of boat maintenance with American Sailing’s upcoming online class hosts and experts Jan Athenstadt and Nigel Calder. Learn from their vast experience in engine maintenance and electrical systems while gaining practical advice and tips based on firsthand accounts.

Learn how to tackle the challenge of rolly anchorages with this comprehensive guide. Understand the causes, employ a swell bridle effectively, and ensure a peaceful night’s rest aboard your vessel amidst unpredictable seas.

This month we were inspired by Gabriele Grant’s story and she is our January 2024 Sailor of the Month. Gabriele is one of our younger American Sailing certified sailors — but has quite a story to tell already. At age 18 she has already been sailing for 7 years, and has a cohort of peers who share much of her

This month we were inspired by Howard Clayman’s story and he is our December 2023 Sailor of the Month. This story takes us to Herzliya, Israel, where Howard runs the Blue Wave-Tashoot Sailing Academy. It’s a unique Sailor of the Month story — we take a look at how current events have impacted the day-to-day, as well as, of course,

When you complete ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising course, you will possess a wealth of knowledge about sailing, and you will have amassed a good deal of experience.  Along with your ASA certification, you will be welcomed as a member of any crew, and you will feel more comfortable any time you are on a sailboat — or any boat.

So you are at a dinner party, and it comes time for some trivia. Are you prepared with some sailing facts that would stump the competition?  Are you intrigued by tidbits of information that might spark a conversation? Take a look at some sailing facts that might get you the win on trivia night.