... As we were the fastest boat, we had the least amount of time to prepare for spinnaker sets and douses, gybes, configuration changes, and most importantly, communication. This was evidenced by some truly terrible spinnaker sets, botched take-…
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School of Hard Rocks
Subject:
Navigation and Piloting, Seamanship and Awareness
“From the CCA School of Hard Rocks
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School of Hard Rocks
Subject:
Dinghy Management
.... As the sun descended towards the mountains on the distant mainland, we discussed our concern. While we were hesitant to retrieve and reset the anchor, we agreed that we could wait no longer for her to return without commencing a search;…
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School of Hard Rocks
Subject:
Culture of Safety, Overboard
"Things can go from benign to potentially deadly in seconds, even to very experienced and competent sailors."
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School of Hard Rocks
Subject:
Preparation of Boat and Crew
Disuse creates dysfunction
“From the CCA School of Hard Rocks