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Anchor: a large heavy object attached to a boat that is dropped into the water and attaches itself to the seabed to keep the boat in place when desired.

Awning: an often-retractable cover used to shield passengers from the weather.

Ballast: a large amount of weight (often lead) added to the boat used to better stabilize it.

Berth: the sleeping quarters of the boat.

Bilge: the lowest section of your yacht where water is collected, near the shower sump.

Bimini top: a canvas cover or similar used to occasionally shield passengers from the weather.

Bow: the entire front portion of the boat.

Bridge: the part of the boat where the controls are; the cockpit.

Bulkhead: a supportive structure between the bulk and the deck.

Cabin: private living quarters, usually below deck, where people sleep or otherwise spend time indoors.

Casting platform: an open area used to cast fishing rods.

Coaming: edging added to a cockpit to keep out water.

Console: a smaller area above a deck or cockpit offering guests more space to gather.

Deck: the part of the boat that is on top of the hull and an area where you can walk or work. It acts as a roof for the hull. Boats can have multiple decks (i.e. foredeck).

Dinghy: a smaller boat on board the larger boat uses to get to land easier or as a life-saving apparatus.

Fenders: parts made of plastic or rubber that act as a buffer between the boat and the dock or pier and other boats, protecting both from damage.

Foredeck: the front-most deck of the boat in boats that have multiple decks.

Flybridge: a steering station on specific models that is on top of the boat’s cabin.

Galley: the kitchen area where food is prepared.

Gunnel/Gunwale: The edge running along the side of the boat, adding structure and strength to the vessel’s design.

Hatch:  an opening connecting the bottom of the boat with the deck. There can be many hatches on a boat. Moving down into the hatch is “going below” and moving up through the hatch is “going topside.”

Head: the bathroom on board.

Helm: the wheel used to steer the boat.

Hull: the body (shell) of the boat that encompasses other parts like the deck, bottom, and sides. The hull doesn’t include the rigging or mast of a sailing yacht.

Keel: a part of the hull, the keel is the primary middle beam running from the front (bow) to the back (stern). It is considered the foundation of a boat, ship, or yacht.

Jump seats: Space-saving small seats you can pop in and out of place in the cabin.

Lifeline: lines or cables that act as guard rails, preventing people or gear from falling overboard.

Line: a synonym for rope used in the boating world.

Mooring: a place where you can safely secure your boat, such as a marina (a dock, wharf, or pier).

Port: as you’re facing the bow, the port side of the boat is the entire left side.

Porthole: a window in the side of the boat, often circular.

Propellers: the blades of a motor that spin and propel the boat.

Rigging: the lines used to operate the sails, masts, and yards.

Rudder: a vertical appendage attached to the hull and submerged in the water to control steering.

Saloon: the primary dining area onboard.

Scuppers:  drains on the deck used to spray incoming water from rain and waves overboard.

Starboard: as you’re facing the bow, the starboard side of the boat is the entire right side.

Stern: the back of the boat.

Superstructure: anything above the deck that is not the rigging is part of the boat’s superstructure.

Swim deck/platform: an area for swimming, located far away from the casting platform when a boat has both.

Tender: another name for a dinghy.

Thruster: located on the sides of ships and some yachts, thrusters are used to move the bow or stern sideways in either direction through the water without changing the vessel’s orientation.

Topside: the part of the hull that is not touching the water.

Underside: the part of the hull that is touching the water.

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How to use a Marine VHF RADIO [Capable Cruising Guides]

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Tune your VHF to channel 16.

2. Repeat the word "MAYDAY," three times.

3. "This is (boat name - Galway City Sailing Club)". Repeat

boat name three times.

4. Describe your boat, such as, size, rig type, colour and tell the number of persons aboard.

5. Indicate the nature of distress (sinking, fire, etc.)

6. Give position by latitude and longitude or by bearing and

distance to a well-known landmark or navigational aid, or in

any terms that will assist a responding station in locating the

vessel in distress. Include any information, such as, vessel

course, speed, and destination. Ex:  41 degrees, 56 minutes, 54.3732 seconds north

7. Indicate the kind of assistance desired.

8. End with "over."

If you do not receive any answer, repeat your call every 2 minutes.

Note: If you are NOT in a life-threatening situation but still are in

real need of assistance, use the same procedure as above,

EXCEPT that in step 2, you replace the word MAYDAY by the the

words "Pan Pan" (pronounce PAHNN PAHNN)

MAY DAY/PAN PAN /SECURITÉ

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sailboat flag etiquette, burgees, day shapes and ensigns, a beginners guide

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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Parts of a Boat | Boating Lingo | Van Isle Marina

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Van Isle Marina has you covered with our handy beginner’s guide to the different parts of a boat. Learn boating lingo - from the bow to the stern, and everything in between (the hull), know before you go!

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1. Sctw
2.  RYA National Powerboat Certificate

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Ep 9: Points of Sail - A Different Perspective

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Before you go sailing, whether it is for a short trip or a long offshore sailing passage, the skipper and crew should check that the boat is ready for sea. They need to go through this sailing checklist and ensure that all the boat's equipment is in place and working properly and that all the crew understands its use. It is crucial that the safety gear is fully functional and that the crew know when and how to use it. Remember to inform someone ashore of your itinerary.

Make sure you have all the basic equipment on board that you need for the trip and check that it is in working order before you set sail. Take the time needed to do a visual check of all systems.

Supplies Checklist

Water: Check water tank levels and keep then written down on a logbook

Breakfast Foods: High carb, low glycemic index. Oat or wheat-based cereals, milk, or fruit juice is the ideal sailing breakfast.

Lunch: Make this the main meal on passage - protein (approx 50g equivalent per person per day), vegetables, starch/complex carbs (bread, potatoes, pasta, biscuits, etc.).

Dinner: High protein, low carb, low sugar. Tinned fish, sprouts, crispbreads, 2-minute noodles (for cold evenings), eggs, cheese.

Beverages: Tea/coffee/sugar.

Snacks: Chocolate & sweet snacks for night watches, dried fruit, nuts, crackers/biscuits, etc.

Check the fuel and oil levels, water systems, and the tightness of drive belts, seawater intake, impeller, and filters.

Turn on the engine to warm it up before you sail off. Also, check that the cool water intake is being unloaded.

Check the propeller shaft's stern gland and greaser if fitted.

Check that the batteries are fully charged.

Be sure that a suitable toolkit is on board, with sufficient engine spares and other equipment.

Engine Checklist

Check the condition of the anchor and the anchor chain. Know how much is available. Check that the end of the chain is secured onboard to a strong point that is easily accessible.

Know your bilges-is she a dry or wet boat? Make sure that you know what level of water is normal in your bilge.

Check gas bottle fittings and piping. Also make sure the gas alarm is working.

Operate all seacocks. Ensure you have bungs of the correct size available.

Make sure that a waterproof flashlight with spare batteries and bulbs is onboard.

Check that your navigation lights and VHF radio are in working order.

Close all hatches and ventilators that may let in water.

Boat Equipment Checklist

Check that your first-aid kit is complete and up to date-brief the crew on its location and composition.

Check that you have enough safety harnesses and that all life jackets are working properly for all of the crew.

Confirm that the life raft has been serviced recently and that its lashings are secure.

Ensure that there are sufficient usable flares and a foghorn on board.

Check that the fire extinguishers are serviceable and in date.

Safety Equipment Checklist

>>Also Read: Must-Have Boat Safety Equipment For Sailing

Check masts and spars-look for broken strands in standing rigging, cracks in fittings, loose pins or joints, damage, and metal fatigue.

Check running rigging for fraying and chafing.

Inspect sails: seams, stress points, cringles, strengthening patches, battens, and earlier repairs.

Rig and Sails Checklist

Be sure to have an up-to-date chart onboard for your sailing area.

Have local tide tables, tidal atlas, and local sailing instructions on board.

Check that all the navigation instruments are in working order.

Navigation Equipment Checklist

Check there are sufficient provisions and water on board, with enough to allow for an unexpectedly long trip.

Make sure your deck hardware is working.

Check all hatch seals for potential leaks.

Complete all necessary repair jobs.

Sunscreen (At least SPF 30+)

Extra Clothing

Binoculars

For colder climates: Sleeping bag, Waterproof blanket

Sailing Jacket

General Checklist

The Plan: If you are the skipper, allow time to brief the crew on the plan for the passage.

New Crew: Give a tour of all the key equipment to any crew who are new to the boat so that they understand its use.

Safety: Explain to the crew the safety equipment that is carried on board, its location, and when it is to be used.

Navigation: Prepare a passage plan, noting details of weather, tides, and other key information.

Clothing: Make sure that all crew onboard are equipped with the right clothing and personal safety gear.

Notify: Let a responsible person ashore know what your plans are, and the time you expect to return or reach your destination.

Before Setting Sail

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Sailing Pre-Departure Checklist - Better Sailing

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Before you go sailing, whether it is for a short trip or a long offshore sailing passage, the skipper and crew should check that the boat is ready for sea. They need to go through this sailing checklist and ensure that all the boat's equipment is in place and working properly and that all the crew understands its use.

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Parts of the mainsail: head, tack, clew
To change riff line: kicker, boom, lower, hook-cringles, tension, halyard
boom, kicker, secure the new outdoor line and the other reef
lines.
Outhaul: outdoor line (the line going through the cringle) like (reef 1,2,3)
REEF EARLY
CHECK WEATHER FORECASTS
CHECK OCEAN PASSAGE GUIDES
CHECK CHANGES IN AIR PRESSURE
BE ALERT!
AS SOON AS THE THOUGHT ENTERS YOUR MIND, PUT A REEF IN.
PRACTICE THE PROCEDURE
ALWAYS BE READY TO REEF
STAY WINDWARD SIDE OF THE VESSEL
ONE HAND FOR YOURSELF, ONE HAND TO THE BOAT

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sailboat rigging for beginners #3 reefing the mainsail

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To counteract the rising wind pressure by making sails smaller: reefing or shortening sail

Jib or slaab reefing vs ruller furling

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Ep 5: Learn to Sail: Part 2: The Mainsail

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Reef and clew 1, 2, 3

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Parts of the mainsail: head, tack, clew
To change riff line: kicker, boom, lower, hook-cringles, tension, halyard
boom, kicker, secure the new outdoor line and the other reef
lines.
Outhaul: outdoor line (the line going through the cringle) like (reef 1,2,3)
REEF EARLY
CHECK WEATHER FORECASTS
CHECK OCEAN PASSAGE GUIDES
CHECK CHANGES IN AIR PRESSURE
BE ALERT!
AS SOON AS THE THOUGHT ENTERS YOUR MIND, PUT A REEF IN.
PRACTICE THE PROCEDURE
ALWAYS BE READY TO REEF
STAY WINDWARD SIDE OF THE VESSEL
ONE HAND FOR YOURSELF, ONE HAND TO THE BOAT

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sailboat rigging for beginners #3 reefing the mainsail

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When the wind blows from the starboard side we use the port jibsheet

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Windward is where the wind is coming from and leeward is the other side

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Cam cleat for the Main sheet
Starboard tack
Port tack
Windward is where the wind is coming from and leeward is the other side
Jib sail
Forestay
Furling drum
jib furling line + port line (port jib sheet) + starboard line (starboard jib sheet) = lines of the Jibsail

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Sailboat rigging tutorial chapter 2 -  beginners guide to rigging, mainsheet, jibsail, theory basics

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Standing rigging
Forestay + shrouds +backstay
Control of the up and down movement: Topping lift
Control tools: jammers
Prevent the boom of moving up: Kicking strap or boomvang
Halyard
* To raise the topping lift the kicker has to be released*

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Rigging for beginners # 1. Sailboat rigging explained from standing rigging to running rigging.

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Port - Starboard
Bow- Stern
Beam- widest part
Ahead- Astern
Abeam-  right angles of theboat
Forward-aft
Upwind: windward
Downwind: Loeward
Turning about with the bow passing through the wind: Tacking or coming about
Turning about with the stern passing through the wind: jibbing
Sail on an angle to the win at intervals in order to gain ground: beating to weather -zikzak
Boat going sideways by the wind: Leeway-
Sailing before the wind: Running
Sails on opposite sides of the boat: sailing wing on wind
Sail across the wind: Reaching (based on the angles are different types)

Parts of the boat:
Deck
Cabin
Cockpit
Companion way
Hatches
Helm
Traveller
Fairleads: lines to the cockpit
clutches
cleats
Hall - parte de abajo
Keel - lateral resistant to sail upwind and balance
Rudder: steers the boat
Mast
Boom
Gooseneck
Standing rigging: forestay, backstay and shrouds
Stays and shrouds connected to the mast by tangs and to the hall and deck by chain plates
The standing rigging is tensioned by turnbukles
Running rigging is made by the working lines: mainsheet, boomvang, traveller, toppinglift
winches
windleass
pushpit: safety railing at the back of the boat
pulpit: at the front of the boat
Lifelines which are holded by steel poles called stanchions
Spreaders redirect the load of the shrouds to the mast

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Ep 4: Learn to Sail: Part 1: Parts of the Boat  and Sailing Terminology

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Rigging for beginners # 1. Sailboat rigging explained from standing rigging to running rigging.

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Bowline - faster take on the traditional method
02:01 Bowline V2 - incredibly fast "special forces" method
03:53 Clove Hitch - full and quick-release method
05:41 Round Turn & Two Half-Hitches - the underrated knot
06:54 Double Sheet-Bend - our favourite method
09:15 Pro Tip: NEVER DO THIS!! Bowline on bowline
(ps. its efficiency is probably better than 5% - James was exaggerating. It's still a cruddy solution. Do a double sheet-bend. SO much better)
10:18 The Rolling Hitch - VERY handy in certain situations
12:21 Figure 8 - tried and true stopper knot

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Great Sailing Knots (Sailing Virgins) Ep.02

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Here is a summary of the tips:

1. Photos of exterior.
2. Anchor Windlass.
3. Heads (aka toilet).
4. Depth measurement.
5. Water tank changeover valves.
6. Batteries.
7. Gas shut off valve.
8. Sail reefing.
9. Speakers
10. Small items

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Check in/out a charter boat (Sailing Virgins) Ep.01