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The Battle to Restore Endeavour

Endeavour — the boat’s name is befitting of its journey twice to the brink of destruction and the tireless work that went in to restoring the 1934 vessel ...
On July 31, 2014 / By Administrator
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Salty Dawg Rally Update: It’s Fun and It’s Free

The Salty Dawg Rally is beginning to gather momentum for the fall rally that sails from Hampton, VA to The Bitter End Yacht Club on Virgin Gorda, B.V.I. ...
On July 31, 2014 / By Administrator
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Get Ready for New Anchoring Regulations in Florida

If you thought that the extension of Florida’s Anchoring and Mooring Pilot Program meant that new regulations would be put off until 2017, think again. Last week’s public ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
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Possible Anchor from Vancouver Expedition Transported to Texas for Restoration

An anchor recovered from Puget Sound north of Seattle and believed to be more than 200 years old has reached Texas A&M University for restoration. School officials on ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

Sailing near a coast you see a light on your chart labeled with the characteristics “Gp Fl (3) 16M”. What does that tell you? Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
Launches 0
New Beneteau Oceanis 35 Set to Launch at the Annapolis Boat Show

Beneteau has recently announced that the U.S. premiere of the all-new Oceanis 35 will be at the upcoming Annapolis Sailboat Show, October 9-13 2014. The Oceanis 35 is being introduced ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
Tech Talk 0
SeaLife Introduces First Permanently Sealed Never-Leak Underwater Camera: The Micro HD

SeaLife has announced a small photo and HD video camera, The Micro HD, that looks poised to give GoPro some serious competition for underwater use. The Micro HD ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
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National Sailing Hall of Fame Announces 2014 Class

This week the National Sailing Hall of Fame (NSHOF) announced the eight people who will make up its 2014 class of inductees into the National Sailing Hall of ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0
Seven “Pre Start” Inspections for Sailboat Engines

Here are some great engine maintenance tips from our friend Capt. John from skippertips.com… Sailboat engine repairs can cost big dollars and delay your sailing or cruising plans. ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator
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24-year-old Cancer Victim Inspires After Death as Her Ashes Sail into the Atlantic

It was about eight months into her fight with heart cancer that 24-year-old Maire Kent knew she was going to die. Inspired by her favorite children’s book, “Paddle ...
On July 30, 2014 / By Administrator