Cold Front Sailing Tips

I’ve experienced many Cold Fronts at sea — the worst was in the Gulf Stream off Charleston, S.C. in April when a post-frontal Nor’easter hammered us on a passage to Puerto Rico…

Paul ExnerJuly 7, 2023

A Philosophy Of Boating Safety

Safety training begins before any voyage embarks — and, the resulting safety-habits build crew-confidence in everyday sailboat operation, and greatly minimize catastrophe.

Paul ExnerDecember 2, 2022

Preparing And Practicing Realistic Man-Overboard Procedures

For the most part, the average voyaging crew stands a low chance of recovering a crewmember who goes overboard. Not for lack of effort, but simply because the process requires planning and practice.