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    What is the radio call (VHF) used to alert others of your intentions or position when operating your vessel in restricted visibility and /or a restricted channel?   ...

    On September 6, 2022 / By
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    On a weather map, what does the symbol pictured stand for?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will ...

    On August 30, 2022 / By
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    What is a Bahamian moor?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win a subscription to the digital ...

    On August 22, 2022 / By
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    What is wind shear and how does it affect the development of tropical storms and hurricanes?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from ...

    On August 16, 2022 / By
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    What ancient seafaring people explored the world widely with no compass or navigational aids or instruments?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from ...

    On August 9, 2022 / By
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    What visual phenomenon at sea is called a fata morgana?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win ...

    On August 2, 2022 / By
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    What role did the sloop Katy play in U.S. history?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win ...

    On July 26, 2022 / By
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    What are the common uses on a boat for a solution of vinegar and water?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the ...

    On July 19, 2022 / By
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    When you set up a modern autopilot in “sailing mode”, what data does the autopilot use to kaintain course?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will ...

    On July 12, 2022 / By
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    What is the North Atlantic Gyre?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win a subscription to the ...

    On July 5, 2022 / By