Whilst a lot of sailing is relatively environmentally friendly, there are still things that could cause big issues for the environment. This includes noise and waste pollution, disturbing marine life, and using cleaning materials that are damaging. So how can people make sure that they aren’t harming the environment whilst out on their boats? We’ve put together some environmental friendly sailing tips to help you out. Reduce Your Speed The UK is proud to have
When you’re out on a boat you’ll almost certainly see some exceptional sights; whether it’s a beautiful sea creature that you wouldn’t usually see or the natural ferocity of the roaring waves, you’ll probably want to capture some shots to share with landlubbers when you get back home. But unless you’re an absolute pro, it’s unlikely that you’re comfortable enough behind the camera to take those exceptional snaps without some advice… so here are our
Although many youngsters would prefer to be holed up in their rooms, playing on their game consoles all day, there are still a few children that like getting outside and doing something fun. Sailing is an incredibly rewarding activity, and we think that more parents should encourage their children to join them on their next sailing adventure! Let’s face it, there’s no better feeling than the fresh, crisp ocean air on your face! As expert
This time in our “Creatures of the Deep” blog series, we are going to take a closer look at one of the most interesting marine mammals on our planet- the sperm whale. These huge cetaceans roam the waters and can easily be identified by their large, square-shaped head which measures a third of its 49-59 foot body. So, what makes these marine mammals so interesting? Let’s take a look! They Have the Biggest Brain on
Well, it’s official… the days are getting shorter, the nights are getting chillier and the clocks have gone back; autumn is well and truly upon us. Despite the weather being limiting and trying to prevent you from continuing your usual routine, if you’re like us you won’t let it. However, with sailing, there comes a selection of problems with winter, particularly with the weather reaching the most extreme of the year. Throughout winter and autumn,
Autumn is well underway, which means that the sailing season in Europe has just come to an end. Many people will now be thinking about making the long trip across the Atlantic to the Caribbean, leaving behind the cold weather and rainy days. In fact, this Atlantic crossing period happens every single winter. Around 4,000 sailors will brave the waters and make one of the most exciting sailing trips of their lives. As boat chandlers,
As an experienced ship chandler we know that every sailor has to start somewhere, and the first time at sea is certainly an important rite of passage. We also understand that it can be nerve-wracking when you’ve never tamed the waves before, so we’ve gathered together these tips to help you feel at home and make the most of your first trip. Know Your Boat Before you even think about heading out into the water,
Since people first learned to write, the tales of the ocean have been recorded in various forms, from novels to novellas, a song to verse, no matter what form they’ve come to us in they’ve granted us mesmerising insight into the world of the Deep Blue. Moby Dick Praised as one of American Literature’s greatest novels, Moby Dick written by Herman Melville, is an enchanting read, romanticising the voyage of a whaling ship and the
Now, you can be forgiven for not knowing about these guys as they literally live at the very bottom of the ocean between 550 to 7020 feet deep, and prefer to dwell amongst the mud and clay, which they burrow into for shelter. But apart from this, what’s so special about them you might be asking? Well, let’s take a look. They Can Grow to be Terrifyingly Large Maybe it’s in the name, but giant
For generations, myths and stories of the dreaded Giant Squid have circulated the world. They’ve taken the form of Sea- Serpents, reaching up from the bowels of the Earth to attack unsuspecting sailors. The terrifying Kraken also has deep roots with the squid, pulling fact from the Colossal Squid’s length and weight to conjure up tales of tentacles long enough to capsize ships. Recently our watery cousins have been seen alive, on TV. As terrifying