ASA 103 Overview: What to Expect From Basic Coastal Cruising
Imagine you’re making your way between islands in the Florida Keys, sailing from an anchorage in Lower Sugarloaf Key to a mooring field...
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Forrest Hardy
Jul 264 min read
Acting Fast: What to Do if Someone Falls Overboard
Sailing is exhilarating, but sailors know the sport comes with risks and challenges. One of the scariest and challenging situations a...
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Forrest Hardy
Mar 151 min read
(Article) Tenant Spotlight: First Reef Sailing
Take a look at a quick spotlight about the origins of First Reef Sailing, written by our friends at the Boston Harbor Shipyard and...
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Forrest Hardy
Dec 20, 20234 min read
ASA 101 Overview: What to Expect From Basic Keelboat Sailing
Imagine this: You're out on the open water, the sun warming your skin, the wind rustling your hair, the boat slicing through the waves...
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Forrest Hardy
Dec 19, 20234 min read
The 9 Best Marine Navigation Apps of 2023
Navigating the vast oceans and waterways has never been easier thanks to the advent of marine navigation apps. Whether you're an avid...
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Forrest Hardy
Nov 30, 20234 min read
What to Pack for an Offshore Sailing Passage
Every year, starting on November 1st, hundreds, if not thousands, of sailboats make an annual passage from their summer homes in the...
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Forrest Hardy
Aug 14, 20235 min read
9 Safe Sailing Best Practices
When the open seas call, you can’t help but listen. But before you step on any type of boat, it’s essential to prioritize safety and...
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Forrest Hardy
Aug 14, 20235 min read
A Breakdown of the Different Types of Sailboats and Their Uses
To the untrained eye, all sailboats are pretty much the same (some are just bigger than others). They’re essentially floating vessels...
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Forrest Hardy
May 21, 20235 min read
The American Sailing Association (ASA) vs. US Sailing: What's the difference?
Interested in learning coastal navigation or how to sail a catamaran? Learn the difference between ASA certifications and US sailing courses
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Forrest Hardy
May 1, 20231 min read
SAVE THE DATE - First Reef Sailing Open House on June 3rd
Ahoy, sailors! Join us at First Reef Sailing for our Open House event! We're opening our doors to everyone who's curious about sailing...
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Forrest Hardy
Mar 30, 20234 min read
Understanding ASA Certification: What it is, How to Get it and Why it Matters
Interested in starting or improving your sailing education? First Reef Sailing breaks down the importance of ASA Certifications and how you
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Forrest Hardy
Feb 5, 20231 min read
VIDEO - How to Tie a Bowline
Learn how to tie the most important knot for sailors, the Bowline, with Captain Paul. The bowline knot creates a non-slipping loop that...
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Forrest Hardy
Jan 25, 20238 min read
The Sailing Pathway: From Novice to Boat Owner
Have you ever wondered exactly what it would take to go from no sailing experience to being the skipper of your own cruising boat?
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Forrest Hardy
Jan 6, 20237 min read
Passage Debrief: Charleston, SC to Miami, FL
November 12th 2022 to November 15th 2022 437.72 Nautical Miles Crew: Captain Forrest, Ross G. and Chris P. After a couple days in...
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Forrest Hardy
Dec 8, 20227 min read
Passage Debrief: Norfolk, VA to Charleston, SC
A debrief of the inshore and coastal passage onboard sailboat, Serenity, a Beneteau 40.1 currently used for sailing courses and charters.
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Forrest Hardy
Dec 2, 20223 min read
Passage Debrief: Annapolis, MD to Norfolk, VA
November 1st, 2022 - November 2nd, 2002 125nm Crew: Captain Forrest The first leg was sailing, or motoring rather, down the length of the...
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