Introduction to Sailing
Basic Sailboat Terms
Learn the many special terms used for the parts of a sailboat and sailing equipment on a boat. This will help you learn to sail and enhance your communication on a boat.
Basic Sailing Terms
Learn the many special terms used in sailing.
Learn About Sailboats and How to Sail
Getting started sailing involves learning about sailboats and number of skills needed for sailing. Start here for an introduction to sailboats and basic sailing techniques. Also included are safety on the water, including required safety gear and equipment, and sailing laws and regulations.
Coast Guard Boating Courses
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary conducts a number of boating courses at many locations around the country, including a comprehensive Sailing Skills and Seamanship course. Additional classes are offered for kids. For those who want to learn more about sailing, this is a good place to begin. Check here to learn about the different courses and locate a course near you.
How Sails Work
Ever wonder how a sailboat can actually sail at an angle into the wind? Because of the shape of the sails, the boat is actually pulled windward, not, as most people think, simply pushed along by the wind. It’s fun to learn the science of how sails work.
Learn How to Sail a Small Sailboat – 1. The Parts of the Boat
The first step in learning how to sail a small sailboat is to learn about the different parts of the boat and its rigging.
Basic Sailing Terms
Learn the many special terms used in sailing.
Best Websites for Boats for Sale
Start here for the best places online to find the right boat or sailboat for sale.
Nautical Trivia Quiz for Sailors
Here are some interesting facts about maritime history and sailing - see how much you know in this nautical trivia quiz!