Sailing
At A Bus On A Dusty Road, we believe that global exploration transcends terrestrial boundaries and extends to the waterways. We are proponents of sailing as an extraordinary means to traverse the globe and truly Experience Life as a Global Citizen.
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The Importance Of The Points Of Sail Explained
Sailing is a sport requiring you to know and understand the wind and sail to sail a sailboat properly. One of the things that every sailor should understand is the point of the sail. Points of sail are essential for any sailor to learn as they help you understand what direction the wind is…
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Lost Treasures Of The Sea: Discovering The Value Of Old Nautical Charts
For centuries, sailors and navigators have relied on nautical charts to guide them safely through the world’s oceans and waterways. These maps not only chart the sea’s depths but also reveal important information about currents, tides, and other hazards that can threaten a ship’s voyage. While modern navigation technology has largely replaced the need for…
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Google Earth & Nautical Charts: Navigation Tool For Sailors
I have recently taken up sailing on Lake Michigan, and as part of the sailing we need to learn about and be aware of the depth of the water we are sailing in. As we sail in Ensign sailboats with very long keels, the boat can get grounded if you do not sail in deep…
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Basic Guide To Learn To Reading Nautical Charts For Sailing
One thing I have learned about sailing is that learning to navigate on the waterways is not the same as navigating on land. Both are quite different skill sets. Whether you are an experienced sailor or a new boater, understanding how to read nautical charts is essential for safe and efficient navigation. Nautical charts are…
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What Is The Best Senior’s Sail Dinghy?
Sail away in style and comfort! If you’re an older adult looking to experience the thrill of sailing, why not take some time to consider what sailboat or dinghy would suit your needs best? With some research, you’ll be well on your way to many adventures out at sea. For senior adults, the best-sailing dinghies…
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What Is Considered A Vessel Under Sail?
When you are learning to sail, it can become confusing to understand exactly what different terms mean. One of these terms is a “vessel under sail.” A “vessel under sail” means that a sailing boat is being propelled solely by the wind, with no motor or other power. To be a sailing boat that is…
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What Does ”Sailing By The Lee” Mean?
In sailing, many terms can be confusing, especially for beginner sailors. One of these terms is what sailing by the lee means. Sailing by the lee is when the boat is sailing with wind crossing the leeward side of the ship. The sailing by the lee has to do with sailing the boat that is…
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Why Sailing Is The Ideal Team Building Exercise? 8 Reasons
If you are looking for an ideal team-building exercise for your team or corporation, sailing is a great sport to consider. There are many reasons why sailing is an excellent team-building exercise. Sailing is an ideal team-building exercise as it naturally fosters many things that team building does, such as better communication, working together, building…
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Is Only Using A Mainsail A Good Thing For Beginning Sailors?
If you are learning to sail, many sailors want to know what sails they should use to learn to sail with. There are many reasons and circumstances when it may be best to sail with only the mainsail, especially if you are a beginning sailor. There can be some advantages to learning to sail with…
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