Is that Steller sea lion in distress? waving? Is that Steller sea lion in distress? waving? NOAA Fisheries often receives reports of Steller sea lions exhibiting this behavior from citizens Imagine that you are enjoying a wonderful day along Alaska's rocky shores when suddenly you see something strange in the water. Is that an orca? You look through your binoculars and realize it is a Steller sea lion. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 14 May 16:01 UTC Sir Robin takes up the cudgel on behalf of sailors Sir Robin takes up the cudgel on behalf of sailors In a letter published in The Times newspaper today In a letter published in The Times newspaper today, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Patron of the Cruising Association (CA), highlights the devastating effect of HMRC's demands for VAT on boats returning to the UK. by Peta Stuart-Hunt Posted 14 May 13:45 UTC Kielder Yacht Club celebrates 40th anniversary Kielder Yacht Club celebrates 40th anniversary Family-friendly Northumberland club looks forward to busy season and open day Kielder Yacht Club in Northumberland is celebrating a return to the water and the club's 40th anniversary year with a full programme of sailing and socials. by Paula Irish Posted 14 May 09:53 UTC Space-saving Saviour or Subpar Alternative? Space-saving Saviour or Subpar Alternative? upffront.com look at Andersen's compact electric winches The ultimate factor behind choosing the motor placement of your new electric winch is the configuration of your boat and the space available in the cabin headroom or storage locker. by Phil Anniss Posted 14 May 08:00 UTC Oyster Yachts next webinar: Destination Australia Oyster Yachts next webinar: Destination Australia Featuring the passage sail from Vanuatu to Mackay and the east coast of Australia The team from Oyster Yachts will outline the likely weather and tidal conditions the fleet may encounter, plus reef navigation whilst sailing approx. 1,200 miles across the Coral Sea from Vanuatu to the rendezvous point at Mackay. by Oyster Yachts Posted 13 May 20:43 UTC A Circumnavigation during Chemotherapy A Circumnavigation during Chemotherapy Olle Nash, 63, intends to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support While much of the British public has mustered the confidence to book a staycation in the UK, one cancer patient from Ipswich is planning to circumnavigate Great Britain by boat to raise much-needed cash for Macmillan Cancer Support. by Vicki Realff Posted 13 May 15:22 UTC The Helix Furling Gennaker: your new favorite sail The Helix Furling Gennaker: your new favorite sail Expert Bob Meagher explains why you should update your inventory In the old days, you had two options for making it to your destination in time for cocktail hour: start the engine, or go below to lug a bulky spinnaker up to the foredeck. by North Sails Posted 13 May 11:00 UTC Time running out to save coral reefs Time running out to save coral reefs A window of opportunity to save the world's coral reefs - but time is running out New research on the growth rates of coral reefs shows there is still a window of opportunity to save the world's coral reefs - but time is running out. by Melissa Lyne Posted 13 May 05:18 UTC Henri-Lloyd Sailing Kit Guide Henri-Lloyd Sailing Kit Guide Get ready for the season ahead... From the beautiful landscape surrounding the Isle of Wight to the crystal blue waters of Mallorca, the right sailing kit means you can take on any destination, climate or weather front. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 12 May 13:30 UTC Typhoon International's new lifejackets for kids Typhoon International's new lifejackets for kids The two vests are ideal for family cruising and every type of activity on and around the water Leading technical clothing and accessories manufacturer Typhoon International has created two new children's lifejackets, the Bouley Vest, for infants to three years old, and the Filey Vest for children to 12 years old. by Marina Johnson Posted 12 May 09:46 UTC New reduced Colligo Marine Torque Rope pricing New reduced Colligo Marine Torque Rope pricing Custom luff lines for code zero style sails and torque lines for top down furled spinnakers Our new relationship with Hampidjan allows for a significant price discount on our Torque Ropes making us less expensive than the competitors! by Colligo Marine Posted 11 May 20:16 UTC Barton Marine May Update Barton Marine May Update Yachts in the UK, EU and USA are now back in the water after a long lonely winter Barton's May Newsline hits the press at this incredibly busy time of year as yachts in the UK, EU and USA are now back in the water after a long lonely winter. by Barton Marine Posted 11 May 17:00 UTC Energy Observer in San Francisco Energy Observer in San Francisco 66th stopover on her round the world odyssey The first vessel powered by renewable energies and hydrogen, the UN's French Ambassador for Sustainable Development Goals arrived in San Francisco, her 66th stopover on her round the world odyssey, on 6 May. by Energy Observer Posted 11 May 13:13 UTC Your chance to win Crewsaver kit worth £500 Your chance to win Crewsaver kit worth £500 Just fill in this short survey on your lifejacket preferences One lucky watersports enthusiast could soon be kitted out with £500 worth of the latest Crewsaver technology! by Seaborne Posted 11 May 09:46 UTC Barton Quick Cleat now available in White Barton Quick Cleat now available in White Requested by power boat owners and sailors alike Requested by power boat owners and sailors alike, Barton Marine announces the launch of the new White Quick Cleat that holds and locks lines up to 10mm and loads up to 70kg. by Barton Marine Posted 10 May 11:52 UTC Clean Sailors starts sail recycling programme Clean Sailors starts sail recycling programme Sailors in the UK can now recycle their sails OCC Member Holly Manvell has announced that sailors in the UK can now recycle their sails and have them made into useful items that will have a long afterlife. by Daria Blackwell Posted 9 May 19:21 UTC ARC Europe 2021 sets sail from St. Maarten ARC Europe 2021 sets sail from St. Maarten And they're off! Excitement on the docks of IGY Simpson Bay Marina The excitement on the docks of IGY Simpson Bay Marina was palpable this morning, not least as today's start of ARC Europe 2021 coincided with special 13th Birthday celebrations for Charlotte on Piano. by World Cruising Club Posted 8 May 23:32 UTC New web tool aims to reduce whale entanglements New web tool aims to reduce whale entanglements NOAA scientists have combined the latest data on ocean conditions and marine life off the West Coast NOAA scientists have combined the latest data on ocean conditions and marine life off the West Coast on a new data tool. It gives fishermen and fishery managers up-to-date ecosystem information that may help reduce the risk of whale entanglements. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 8 May 18:01 UTC New from Henri-Lloyd - Shorts for every occasion New from Henri-Lloyd - Shorts for every occasion Casual, relaxed fitting chino shorts feature a cotton-stretch fabric Whether you are at home in the garden or on an outdoor adventure, our casual, relaxed fitting chino shorts feature a cotton-stretch fabric for all day comfort. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 8 May 11:00 UTC Safety, socials and celebrations in St. Maarten Safety, socials and celebrations in St. Maarten The final countdown is on for the participants of ARC Europe 2021 The final countdown is on for the participants of ARC Europe 2021 as start day looms just 24 hours away and the final checks are carried out ahead of embarking on their multi-stage transatlantic crossing. by World Cruising Club Posted 8 May 07:12 UTC