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by Ron Trossbach, |
Subject: Emergency Signalling
Which distress signaling devices to carry is determined by local government and race authorities’ requirements, in what waters the vessel plans to sail, cost and personal choice.
by Chuck Hawley, |
Subject: Communications, Getting Weather
Despite my better judgment, I was coerced into delivering a 40’ cruising sloop up the coast from Oceanside to Moss Landing in early December, a distance of 350 nautical miles. While December weather can be relatively flat and beautiful, it can also…
by Dick York, |
Subject: Overboard
Frequently we move some of our safety thinking to the back when on a charter vacation.  Life is good, we are laid back, so we are not thinking of safety.  But squalls happen, so here are some thoughts about COB recovery. Prevention:
by John Jourdane, |
Subject: Getting Weather
Knowing what weather is coming is as important to sailors as how to raise a sail, steer the boat, or how to tack.