Boating Insights

• Line of sight navigation

  This episode explores the often-overlooked skill of line-of-sight navigation — using what you can see to stay aware of your surroundings and make confident decisions on the water. Neil shares how visual references, such as headlands, islands, and transits, remain just as relevant today, even with modern chart plotters and GNSS. It’s a reminder that keeping your head up and eyes out of the boat adds a vital layer of situational awareness that technology can’t replace.

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• Seamanship 101

  If an unexpected mechanical issue arises, being able to either stop the boat or maintain control to steer clear of other vessels or hazards can be a game-changer. In this episode, we explore the seamanship skills that make the difference — from emergency steering and anchoring under pressure to rigging a drogue, handling a tow, and keeping the crew working together. Practising these skills gives you options when it matters most.

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• 5 Essentials for Shared Boat Ownership

  Thinking about boat sharing? In this episode, Neil breaks down the five essentials every navigator should understand before committing to shared ownership. From the different models available, to how exit terms work, private syndicates, locations, and training requirements — you'll get the insights you need to ask the right questions and make an informed decision.

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• T.R.I.P. – Share Your Plan Before You Go

  Sharing your trip plan might feel like a formality—but it can be critical if you’re unable to raise the alarm yourself. In this episode, we explain why it’s one of the simplest and most important steps in your boating routine. From rapid abandonments to incomplete distress calls, your trip details could be the key to starting a timely rescue.T – Tell someone where you’re goingR – Report in while you’re out (e.g. log on or send a message)I – Inform them when you’re backP – Plans changed? Update them

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• Take a Break from the Screen, Not from Seamanship

  Digital navigation tools have transformed boating—they’re brilliant for planning routes, monitoring progress, and staying safe. But with so much technology at your fingertips, a day on the water can quickly turn into just another screen session, and some of the real benefits of being afloat can slip away.In this episode, we explore how simple, hands-on navigation techniques can help you reconnect with the environment, sharpen your awareness, and get more from your time on board. It’s not about ditching the tech—but about knowing when to step back from it.

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