Posts Tagged ‘orcas’
Two Hot Takes on Each End of Environmentalism
Despite the polarizing rhetoric, as sailors, we all fundamentally agree that we love the ocean and are interested in its stewardship.
Good Jibes #177: Nate Stephenson on Sailing To Get Your New Boat
Tune in as host Ryan Foland chats with sailor Nate Stephenson on the perks of going on a sailing trip to pick up your new boat.
Boat Sunk by Pod of Orcas; Sea Shepherd Disputes Bladed Rudder as Deterrent
The 'Bonhomme William' was on a 10-day voyage from Vilamoura, Portugal, to Greece when it was rammed by five orcas.
Experts: “Orcas ‘Attacking’ Boats Are Actually Just Bored Teenagers”
In news that should be comforting to no one, the recent spate of orcas attacking boats does not appear to be driven by malice, but rather, by mischief.
Orcas Back in the Spotlight as Boat Sinks Near Strait of Gibraltar
The 50-ft sailboat 'Alboran Cognac' sank after being attacked by orcas approximately 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel, Morocco.
The Ocean Race Grand Finale Includes San Francisco Bay Sailor Bérénice Charrez
July 1 concluded The Ocean Race, and we spoke with S.F. Bay sailor Bérénice Charrez about her experience in the competition.
It’s Time for Good Jibes Episode #15 with John Taussig
John Taussig is a paramedic, USCG 50-Ton Master License holder, adventure sailor, and executive director for Backcountry Medical Guides. He’s been an EMT and paramedic professional for 20 years and is a lifelong sailor.
Wild Ride in Leg 1 of Mini Transat
Leg 1 of the Mini Transat has been a wild one, with boats dismasted, wrecked onto the rocks, struck by angry orcas, and putting in to port to avoid a storm.
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