Boat Handling Under Sail

Inland rules apply in many U.S. domestic waters, while international rules govern seaward of spec...

The vertical difference between high tide and low tide levels, influencing safe navigation, ancho...

Methods and best practices for approaching and securing a boat to a dock or slip, including line ...

The “rules of the road” for waterways, dictating right-of-way, overtaking procedures, and collisi...

Under most navigation rules, a sailing vessel has right-of-way over a power-driven vessel unless ...

Structures where boats must lower antennas or masts to pass safely. Boater education includes che...

Specific handling techniques for multi-hulled vessels, often more stable at rest but requiring ca...

Strategies to prevent accidents, including early course changes, clear signals, and adherence to ...