women on the water Archives - American Sailing

2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference will be held June 8 in New Orleans

Nichole Ortiz — Mon, 06 May 2024 17:56:21 +0000

With American Sailing as one of its valued sponsors, the 2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference will take place in New Orleans on June 8th. Join us for a day of workshops, including the acclaimed Take the Helm® track. Learn from experienced female instructors and captains, hone your skills, and celebrate women in sailing.

The post 2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference will be held June 8 in New Orleans appeared first on American Sailing .

Women in American Sailing History

Nichole Ortiz — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 22:52:56 +0000

Dive into the remarkable stories of three influential women on the water. Join us as we celebrate Women's History Month by recognizing the powerful impact women have had in the sailing community.

The post Women in American Sailing History appeared first on American Sailing .

Sailing Community Mourns the Loss of Sally Helme, Esteemed Publisher Emeritus of Cruising World, at 70

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:21:09 +0000

Sally Helme, Publisher Emeritus at Cruising World and Sailing World Magazine, was a trailblazer in the sailing world. Her remarkable contributions, advocacy for women in sailing, and leadership make her an icon in the industry. Sally's legacy will continue to inspire generations of sailors.

The post Sailing Community Mourns the Loss of Sally Helme, Esteemed Publisher Emeritus of Cruising World, at 70 appeared first on American Sailing .

Secrets from Sailing High Above the Arctic Circle

American Sailing — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:38:18 +0000

Captain Stacey Brooks tells her story of sailing north of the Arctic Circle through the cold, foggy, beautiful fjords of Norway.

The post Secrets from Sailing High Above the Arctic Circle appeared first on American Sailing .

Sailing La Vagabonde: Navigating Life’s Ever-changing Seas

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:40:08 +0000

American Sailing interviews Riley and Elayna from Sailing La Vagabonde to talk all things cruising life. Through many evolutions from being militant vegans to becoming parents while living aboard, Riley and Elayna unpack the essentials of mastering the cruising lifestyle. Catch up with them in advance of their premiere launch of the SLV Essential Sail Guide as a class format with live Q&A.

The post Sailing La Vagabonde: Navigating Life’s Ever-changing Seas appeared first on American Sailing .

Women on the Water: Eta Covo

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:43:39 +0000

Eta Covo is a woman on the water helping people realize their sailing dreams. From her youth she grew up sailing on her family's yacht in the Croatian Islands and learned how to turn that passion into her living. Catch the wind of her inspiration and set sail with Vagabonde!

The post Women on the Water: Eta Covo appeared first on American Sailing .

The American Sailing Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Fri, 05 May 2023 20:58:09 +0000

This Mother's Day give women who sail the gifts they really want — Somand jackets, Sperry topsiders, Nomadix blankets, and Stream2Sea beauty.

The post The American Sailing Mother’s Day Gift Guide appeared first on American Sailing .

Who is Kirsten Neuschäfer and Where is She Sailing?

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:05:00 +0000

The Golden Globe Race is currently winding down, and the sailors are headed back to Les Sables-d’Olonne, France. In fact, they are a few days out from returning. The race is fairly basic in nature as it began in Les Sables-d’Olonne, France, on September 4th, 2022, and the contestants sail solo, non-stop, around the world, via the five Great Capes and return to Les Sables-d’Olonne. The Golden Globe Race is a true test of endurance, skill, and courage. The challenges faced by the sailors are what make this race so unique and revered. 16 sailors began and currently, 3 are ...

The post Who is Kirsten Neuschäfer and Where is She Sailing? appeared first on American Sailing .

Featured Instructor: Captain Cara Brown

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 14:19:00 +0000

Cara Brown is living your dream life. This American Sailing sailing instructor is teaching and sailing in the British Virgin Islands with Horizon Sailing School. Her life is about adventure and following a dream to work outdoors and share her passions. Ask her about it, and she’ll explain that she traded in her Giant Slalom skis and ski parka for sunglasses and flipflops on a sailboat. Her story is about sailing and she shares he enthusiasm for the sailing lifestyle with her students. Captain Cara Brown is this month’s Featured Instructor. ASA: What got you into sailing? Captain Cara Brown: ...

The post Featured Instructor: Captain Cara Brown appeared first on American Sailing .

International Women’s Day

Zeke Quezada, ASA — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 15:05:00 +0000

March 8, is International Women’s Day (IWD), and American Sailing wants to salute women sailors worldwide. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. American Sailing schools have been working to promote women in sailing throughout our history. Sailing is for everyone and we hope through our “Women on the Water” initiatives that we inspire more women to embrace the sailing lifestyle. Get to know the stories behind some of American Sailing’s Women on the Water. Twelve ...

The post International Women’s Day appeared first on American Sailing .