The Mini Globe Race fleet has now made landfall in Mossel Bay, South Africa, marking an incredible milestone after 276 days alone at sea. These skippers are circl...
While learning to anchor during my RYA Yachtmaster training we practiced in wide open spaces with few boats around to worry about. However working as a charter skipper it was necessary to anchor i...
One useful technique for fixing your position at sea with only one charted landmark is called a “running fix.” This method helps navigators determine their location over time, compensa...
A three point fix is used to fix your position using a compass and chart. Determine 3 visible landmarks that you can also find on the chart.Take bearings of each landmark using a h...