Browsing All Posts By Sandy Parks

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  Boat Reviews 0

  Tartan 395

  (George Day) – I was scheduled to take the brand new Tartan 395 out for a sail on the Tuesday after the Annapolis sailboat show in October. But, ...

  On January 18, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Cool Things to Do 0

  Annapolis – Newport Race 2019

  Are you cruising along the Eastern shore this summer? You may want to consider joining the Annapolis – Newport race which commences June 8. Hosted by the Annapolis ...

  On January 18, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Tech Talk 0

  Its All About Me

  As well prepared sailors, we often consider how best to prepare the boat, get ready for spring launch, put her away for the winter, or where to head ...

  On January 18, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  For the Hungry Crew 0

  Fried Brown Rice with Kale and Turmeric

  This recipe, which comes from Epicurious, makes a great onboard recipe. Hearty and healthy the rice can be leftovers from the night before and with the addition of ...

  On January 18, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  For the Hungry Crew 0

  Shrimp Stir Fry

  We’ve made it through into 2019 and ready for a respite from the traditional holiday fare. From Delish comes this simple and quick recipe for a shrimp stir ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0

  Essential Upgrades to an Offshore Cruising Boat

  Preparation is the key to happy, safe cruising in a well fitted out cruising boat.   When you are getting a boat ready for sailing offshore and passagemaking, ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Tech Talk 0

  Navigating Without Electronics

  Its easy to forget that people were crossing oceans and arriving successfully at their destinations without electronics. We Are the Mighty points out how the Vikings, Polynesians and ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Boat Reviews 0

  Beneteau 30.1

  Beneteau has just annouced the new Oceanis 30.1 which will be unveiled at the Dusseldorf Boat Show, being held this year from January 19-27, Dusseldorf, Germany.   This ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Dock Talk 0

  Wild Eyes Found Floating Off Australia’s Coast

  In 2010, Abby Sunderland vied to become the youngest sailor to attempt to circumnavigate the globe. She sailed Wild Eyes, a 40 foot sloop, leaving from California, making ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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  Dock Talk 0

  Missing Containers at Sea, Some with Toxic Ingredients

  (ABC-Australia) – Up to 270 shipping containers have fallen from one of the world’s largest cargo ships into the North Sea, attracting treasure hunters and clean-up volunteers alike ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks