Category Archives: Cool Things to Do
The Tall Ships are Coming!
Rhode Island is abuzz with excitement for the Ocean State Tall Ships Festival coming to Newport July 6-9, and here is an opportunity to be a part of the experience before the event even starts. The barque Picton Castle, a flagship of … Continue reading
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Baby, You Ought to Be in Pictures
Been sailing around New England, the Chesapeake, Florida, the Pacific Northwest, the Apostle Islands or San Francisco Bay recently? Want to see your photography in Blue Water Sailing? Send hi-res images (at least 750kb) of any of the above-mentioned areas to valerie@bwsailing.com. … Continue reading
Channel Islands Harbor Marinafest
Join in the excitement as the first ever Channel Islands Harbor Marinafest takes place at one of the most spectacular Harbors along the California coast, June 16th-17th, 2012. This fun-filled event will be located on the beautiful west side of … Continue reading
Regatta Time in Abaco!
The Regatta Time sailing event takes place in between the American and Bahamian Independence celebrations, linking both important commemorations. It involves primarily American sloops and brings dozens of sailing enthusiasts to The Abacos for a fun-filled and exciting racing series. … Continue reading
Summer Sailstice Celebration
What’s the point of a global sailing celebration? The diversity and factions within sailing often seem to pit sailor against sailor competing for attention for their particular form of participation. Summer Sailstice, now in its 12th year, is conceived as … Continue reading
Bermuda Ocean Race Festivities on Land and at Sea
The Bermuda Ocean Race from Annapolis, MD to Bermuda will start next Friday, June 8, and even if you won’t be on board one of the more than 25 boats participating in the race, there is still plenty of fun … Continue reading
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
There are few events that garner as much pomp and circumstance as honoring Queen Elizabeth for her 60 years of reign. On Saturday at 2 p.m., the Queen will lead one of the largest flotillas ever seen on London’s River Thames, … Continue reading
Ocean State Tall Ships Festival to Feature 12 Ships
If you want to see a collection of historic ships all gathered in one harbor, this is the summer to do it. The Ocean State Tall Ships Festival 2012 is scheduled for July 6 – 9 in Newport, RI’s downtown … Continue reading
Is Your Pup the Best Boatyard Dog? Enter the World Championship Boatyard Dog Trials Now!
We know that we should be most excited about the boat part of this boat show, but as dog lovers, we think the canine competition may be the highlight of the event. The entry deadline for the 10th Annual World … Continue reading
13th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival
Whether you’re a history buff or have kids who love pirates, this is sure to be a fun event. On June 1 Blackbeard and his crew will invade downtown Hampton, VA during the 13th annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival! Interact with … Continue reading
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Sign Up Now for Sail Indonesia Rally
If you’ve got months to spare, this sounds like a spectacular trip. Sign up now for this year or start planning for next year. Sail Indonesia 2012 will depart from Darwin on Saturday, July 28 for its twelfth annual rally … Continue reading
Tickets for AC World Series in Newport on Sale Now
Rumor has it that these tickets are expected to sell out pretty quickly so if you want to witness America’s Cup sailors racing in Narragansett Bay, RI again, get your tickets now. America’s Cup racing returns to the United States … Continue reading
SailQuest Boat Show Takes Place this Weekend!
The SailQuest Boat Show will take place this weekend, May 18-20, at Milford Lisman Landing Marina in Milford, CT. This free show will have all hands on deck to promote National Safe Boating Week which begins on May 20 and … Continue reading
Course Offered for National Safe Boating Week
National Safe Boating Week is coming up from May 19-25 and it’s a great time to reflect on the fact that the United States has seen a steady decline in boating fatalities since President Eisenhower proclaimed the week in 1958. … Continue reading
Fine Tune Your Trimming Skills Before the Summer Season
With the summer sailing season about to get into full swing, now is a great time to brush up on your trimming skills so that you maximize your speed on the water this year. North U offers a six hour … Continue reading
Ladies Only! 11th Annual Women’s Sailing Conference Just Weeks Away
Whether you are a novice or an experienced skipper, this event is just for the ladies! On Saturday, June 4, the National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) will hold the 11th Annual Women’s Sailing Conference Saturday at the Corinthian Yacht Club … Continue reading
Sailing for Hope to Benefit St. Jude’s
The Kentucky Lake Sailing Club is hosting its second annual Sailing for Hope Regatta May 18-20 from the Lighthouse Landing Resort and Marina in Grand Rivers, KY to raise hope, awareness, and a pirate’s bounty for the children of St. … Continue reading
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Modern Marine Masters Come to Mystic Seaport
For those of you who are maritime art lovers, you won’t want to miss the the annual exhibition of Modern Marine Masters at Mystic Seaport in Mystic, CT which showcases the timeless beauty of ships and the sea and features … Continue reading
Northbound Salty Dog Rally Gearing Up for May 15 Departure
The Salty Dog Rally will be getting underway from Tortola, BVI on May 15. As of April 24, 14 boats were signed up for the passage in company. Several of the boats will be sailing to Bermuda before heading back … Continue reading
Booby Island Regatta Set for Next Weekend
How could we resist this one? The Nevis Yacht Club will host the 4th Annual Booby Island Regatta on May 6 to benefit the the Nevis Yacht Club Youth Development Program. If you aren’t already there and happen to be … Continue reading
