American Sailing Archives - American Sailing Learning To Sail Is Just The Beginning Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:46:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.4 https://asa.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-american-sailing-logo-07-32x32.png American Sailing Archives - American Sailing 32 32 December 2023 Sailor of the Month: Howard Clayman https://asa.com/news/2023/12/21/sailor-of-the-month-howard-clayman/ Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:08:05 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=63295 This month we were inspired by Howard Clayman's story and he is our December 2023 Sailor of the Month. This story takes us to Herzliya, Israel, where Howard runs the Blue Wave-Tashoot Sailing Academy. It's a unique Sailor of the Month story — we take a look at how current events have impacted the day-to-day, as well as, of course, talking sailing stories from weathering harrowing storms to racing in the Cowes Week regatta. We've spoken with Howard before, and we're excited to catch back up with him and see that his sails are still full and new sailors are cruising the beautiful Mediterranean waters under his leadership every day.

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]]> November 2023 Sailor of the Month: Keith Allman https://asa.com/news/2023/11/16/sailor-of-the-month-keith-allman/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:20:19 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=63053 This month we were inspired by Keith Allman's story and he is our November Sailor of the Month. Keith resides in New York and his home port is Liberty Harbor, New Jersey. Keith has been sailing for over 25 years, and most recently he has spent the past few years chartering with friends and credits his education from American Sailing with the confidence and knowledge to go out and make beautiful memories in idyllic destinations. We love seeing how sailing can add so much vibrance to a vacation with people you enjoy.

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]]> October 2023 Sailor of the Month: Elizabeth Henderson https://asa.com/news/2023/10/27/sailor-of-the-month-elizabeth-henderson/ Fri, 27 Oct 2023 16:29:46 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62792 This month we were inspired by Elizabeth Henderson's story and she is our October Sailor of the Month. She hails from San Francisco, CA, and in only fifteen months, she has taken ASA certifications 101, 103, 104, 105, 106, 114, 118, 107, and 108 with Puget Sound Sailing School and Modern Sailing in Sausalito, CA. Truly her spirit has been captured by the call of the sea. It might be said that Elizabeth's story is what every sailor dreams of encountering each time we cast off the lines. She tells it all here in the latest episode of American Sailing's Sailor of the Month.

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]]> September 2023 Sailor of the Month: Sherry Roth https://asa.com/news/2023/09/29/sailor-of-the-month-sherry-roth/ Fri, 29 Sep 2023 07:37:55 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62447 American Sailing's August 2023 Sailor of the Month is Sherry Roth who hails from Barnegat Bay, near Toms River, NJ. In just one short year, Sherry has taken ASA certifications 101, 103, and 104, and a couple of pretty life-changing trips, first in Croatia, and also along the Florida coast from Tampa to Key West. She tells it all here in the latest episode of American Sailing's Sailor of the Month.

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]]> Your Sailboat Engine Won’t Start. Now What? https://asa.com/news/2023/09/28/sailboat-engine-wont-start/ Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:30:26 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62437 Sailing is a captivating and rewarding endeavor that allows individuals to connect with nature and challenge their skills on the open water. However, even the most well-maintained sailboats can encounter mechanical issues, and one of the most frustrating scenarios is when your boat engine refuses to start. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner, knowing what to do when your motor doesn't start can make all the difference in turning a potential disaster into a mere hiccup.

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]]> Look Good While Doing Good: American Sailing Partners with 4Ocean to Combat Plastic Pollution https://asa.com/news/2023/09/14/american-sailing-partners-with-4ocean/ Thu, 14 Sep 2023 21:39:46 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62242 American Sailing has partnered with 4Ocean, a premier ocean cleanup company committed to tackling the plastic pollution crisis head-on. Together, we are launching a new "Buy One, Pull One" campaign, a remarkable initiative designed to make a tangible impact on the global cleanup efforts. Now you can help clean the ocean through the American Sailing partnership with 4Ocean. For each apparel item purchased through the American Sailing store, one pound of plastic will be pulled out of the ocean.

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]]> American Sailing Sponsors YCA’s Inspirational Cruiser of the Year https://asa.com/news/2023/09/12/inspirational-cruiser-of-the-year-award/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 16:07:02 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62177 For the 2nd Annual International Cruiser's Awards, American Sailing is once again sponsoring The Most Inspirational Cruiser of the Year Award. The International Cruisers Awards were created by the Young Cruisers Association as a way to highlight and reward cruisers for their hard work in content creation as well as shine a light on outstanding individuals in the cruising culture.

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]]> How To Toss a Line: A Critical Aspect of Docking Done Well https://asa.com/news/2023/09/07/how-to-toss-a-line/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:25:43 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62127 Tossing a line is the critical point at which your sailboat makes connection with land. The toss itself is an art and science that can make this a seamless or stressful situation. Read this how-to guide to refresh your skills and keep everyone smiling when it's time to go ashore.

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]]> Farewell and Fair Winds, Jimmy Buffett https://asa.com/news/2023/09/05/farewell-and-fair-winds-jimmy-buffett/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:20:32 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62081 The American Sailing crew was saddened along with the rest of the world to see a legend sail on from this life this past Friday. We tip our hats to the innumerable contributions Jimmy Buffett made to help make the cruising life what it is. He was a true embodiment of the spirit of freedom, friendship, and good times so many have come to know as the setting in which the sailing life is best lived.

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]]> Barcolana – The Biggest Sailing Race Around https://asa.com/news/2023/09/01/barcolana-the-biggest-sailing-race-around/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:52:27 +0000 https://asa.com/?p=62019 The Barcolana is an annual sailing event and regatta in the Gulf of Trieste, located in the northeastern part of the Adriatic Sea. It is one of the largest and most famous sailing races in Europe and the world. Held during the first weekend of October, the regatta attracts thousands of participants and spectators, making it a significant cultural and sporting event in the region.

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