Circumnavigators
Jack Van Ommen — “20th Anniversary of My Dream Come True”
The irrepressible Jack Van Ommen is considering an attempt to become the oldest singlehanded circumnavigator.
BoatUS Raises Concerns About DOGE Defunding of NOAA
The defunding of NOAA is a threat to the safety and vitality of mariners. BoatUS is speaking up for boaters.
Good Jibes #188: Josh Kali on Leg 1 of the McIntyre Mini Globe Race + Race Update
This week we chat with returning guest Josh Kali about his first leg of the Mini Globe Race.
Charlie Enright Appointed as New CEO of US Sailing
Ocean racer Charlie Enright is taking the helm at US Sailing.
‘Salty Dancer’ — Mexico to Costa Rica, Part 1
In December 2023, 'Salty Dancer's mooring lines parted and she ended up on the rocky south breakwater. The following March she continued her planned circumnavigation …
Short Sightings: Wooden Wonders of the West and Blue Tech Talks
From restorations to circumnavigations, the world of wooden ships continues to flourish by those under the spell of the history and heritage of wood.
Rowing Through Paradise in USVI Squalls
Rowing your tender is clean, simple, and sometimes challenging.
A Couple of Interesting Sailing Speakers Coming Your Way Soon!
Here are a couple of speaking events coming up in February that we think you might enjoy.
Good Jibes #175: Josh Kali on the McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Josh Kali is a mountain climber, sailor, and professional marine technician who spent two-and-a-half years building his 19-foot boat 'Skookum' for the McIntyre Mini Globe Race 2025.
Did You Know? Exploring the Pages of the ‘Latitude 38’ Website
The ocean and 'Latitude 38's website are both deep. Here's a list to help you dive the depths of our website.
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