The North Atlantic right whale is one of the most endangered large whales on the planet. Named for being the “right” whale to hunt, North Atlantic right whale populations first crashed due to whaling until hunting this species was banned in 1935. Now the whales are on the brink of extinction mostly due to threats … Read more

We are honored to announce the most recent addition to our Skipper volunteer program, Sarah “Say” Craig. Based in Marina del Ray, CA and Eugene, OR, Say is a competitive outrigger canoe racer and a passionate environmentalist. She paddles long distances to bring awareness to the trash crisis and is founder of Trash Tramp, a … Read more

For the second year in a row, the Sailors team had the honor of heading west for the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival. This event, the largest wooden boat festival in North America, is helmed by our Skipper volunteer Barb Trailer, who is dedicated to running a successful event that is not only a ton … Read more

At Sailors for the Sea, we love sharing stories from ocean advocates making sustainable choices both on and off the water. In this Q&A, we’re catching up with a local leader in the Newport sailing scene: an experienced offshore sailor, US Sailing Level 1 Instructor Trainer, and the former Education Program Manager at Sail Newport. … Read more

Guest post by Skipper Emma Janson When you think of balloons, what do you think of? I’d bet most people think of a party or celebration, like a birthday, with balloons in different colors and sizes, decorating a table or space, bringing the party to life. After all, balloons are meant to be fun, right?   … Read more

A five-person crew of scientists and sailors departed Anacortes, Washington in May to start their Around the Americas Expedition aboard a 48-foot steel sailboat, One Ocean. Along the 27,000-mile journey circumnavigating North and South America, their mission will focus on scientific research, education, and community outreach to raise awareness about ocean health. The crew will … Read more

Ocean action is climate action. The ocean plays a vital role in mitigating the effects of climate change. Protecting our ocean means safeguarding our future against climate impacts – yet the ocean is often left out of climate conversations. This Ocean Action Month, we’re highlighting the important role of the ocean and how we can … Read more

For Ocean Action Month, we are celebrating the extraordinary beauty and diversity of our seas. No matter where we are on the planet, the ocean connects and supports us all. The ocean’s wonder is often what draws us in and drives our desire to protect it. As boaters and water-lovers, we have a responsibility to protect … Read more

Welcome to Behind the Sail with Sailors for the Sea Ambassador, Lara Dallman-Weiss! Get ready to go beyond the sail and into the heart of what drives one of America’s top sailors. In this series, we’ll chart the course of Lara’s sailing journey—from her first time on the water to becoming a 2x Olympian and a fierce … Read more

Our Clean Class Initiative now has seven members with the addition of our newest class, the International Kiteboarding Association.   The International Kiteboarding Association (IKA) is the global governing body for the sport of kiteboarding, recognized by World Sailing. Alongside the International WingSports Association, the IKA is the second board-based class to join the Clean Class … Read more