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30 Years of Sailing Reveals 10 Truths of Cruising
In 30 years of sailing, I have developed some catch phrases that sum up a lot of experience. I call these truths or axioms and use them whenever I sail.
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A Sailing Cruise to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland
Announcing the 2024-2025 Canadian Maritime Cruise. A cruise designed of short-day trips, beautiful harbors, with good food and friends. Subscribe to this blog to learn more about the multi season cruise.
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Bahamas Bound: First Time Voyaging South
Rob and Bonnie set out on an adventure - their first trip down the east coast to spend the winter in the Bahamas
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Booth Bay Regatta Nothing Short of Spectacular
We extend a warm invitation to fellow BWSC sailing enthusiasts! Come to Booth Bay and be part of this maritime spectacle. Join the 2024 Booth Bay Yacht Club regatta for an unforgettable experience.
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Cape & Islands Cruise - June 2025
Beat the Summer Crowds and sail with us to the Vineyard, Cuttyhunk, Nantucket and Block Island
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Folding Bikes and Sailboats
Folding bikes are very practical for the cruising sailboat. We have been carrying a pair of folding bicycles with us for 7 years and find they greatly enhance our ability so see the many seaside communities we visit, was well as making resupply more efficient, even possible. With panniers and a bit of rope, you can fetch groceries, beverages, ice and even propane!
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Guy Jones around the world
Guy Jones is one of our ‘itinerant’ members. He is cruising around the world.
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How Much Anchor Chain Do You Really Need To Cruise
Everyone has an opinion. I can only give you my experience from cruising Maine for fifteen years. 300’ of chain is really heavy! I don’t want that much weight in my bow. The whole point of chain is to keep the anchor along the bottom, not pulling upward should a squall pass by. We have a 1980’s 40’ sailboat of 18,000 lbs. and have found our spade anchor ....
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How To Avoid Lobster Pots When Sailing Maine
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Let's Have a Pub Night!
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Photo Contest
BWSC wants to give you the opportunity to look back on all the amazing cruise photos you have taken with a photo contest!
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Sailing Club Made My First Season a Success
How Joining A Virtual Sailing Club Made My First Sailing Season A Success
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Sailing With Starlink
Life is Civilized Sailing Coastal New England with Starlink Internet
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Southern Cruise 2024
July 13-27 2024, Save the dates!
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Start Cruising with The Best Sailing Club
Every sailor can be an advocate for our sport. You can help other sailors find a group of similar enthusiasts like those of us in the Blue Water Sailing Club.
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Storm Checklist on a Mooring
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Sun Downer Protocol
After a great day sailing, cocktail gatherings are a frequently enjoyed highlight. Follow these guidelines for an enjoyable time when visiting other boaters.
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The Dragonfly Blog
These are the adventures of Vin and Brenda on Dragonfly, our Dragonfly 1200 cruising trimaran.
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