RUNNING AGROUND AND GETTING OFF In every sailor's life lurks the inevitability of an eventual grounding. If you're a sailor and you haven't yet run aground, chances are very good that one day you will. What to do When You Run Aground DON'T PANIC -- doing the wrong thing can put you on harder. Now that you're on the bottom, take a minute to evaluate the situation. Check the bilge to be sure that you haven't holed the boat and aren't taking on water. What is the nat...

Welcome aboard to my Sailing Tips Blog! Today we have True and Apparent Wind, Wind Direction and Sailing Terms . Please feel free to comment on anything here and visit our Web Site for a free Rules of the Road download! True and Apparent Wind The wind hitting a still object is called the True Wind . This wind can cause the object to move,creating what is known as the Apparent Wind. For example, if you light a candle, hold it in front of you and start walking, you'll...