While propelling boats with the wind is certainly environmentally friendly, the sails themselves typically are not. Modern sailcloths include polyester (Dacron), nylon, carbon fiber and aramid fibers (such as Kevlar and Nomex). They are usually not recyclable, and at the end of their useful onboard life, often end up languishing in someone’s shed or basement, … Read more
At Sailors for the Sea, part of our mission is to educate and inspire the next generation of sailors and ocean stewards. The ocean is critical to life on our planet, and understanding this at an early age can help kids form personal connections with the underwater world. Around the world, however, research has shown … Read more
We often hear from Clean Regatta organizers about the sustainability challenges they encounter while striving to implement best practices during their events. Solutions typically arise from experiences at other Clean Regattas, and we’re excited to share some of the innovative approaches these organizers have devised! Here are the top four sustainability challenges faced by Clean … Read more
Sailors for the Sea Skipper Bjarne Nielsen is a lifelong sailor and water lover. He lives in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he has championed sustainability efforts for the final stage of the Women’s World Match Racing Tour, a Platinum Level Clean Regatta. We recently caught up with Bjarne to find out more about this event, and … Read more
Sailors for the Sea Skipper Chris Wolfe had a busy 2023 sailing season. She and her husband and sailing partner, Justin, who hail from Orcas Island, Washington, sailed more than 2,000 miles doublehanded in some of the most challenging offshore races in Europe and North America – with some impressive results. Their achievements have not … Read more
Meet one of our newest Sailors for the Sea Skippers – Barb Trailer! Barb is a longtime sailor and is currently the director of the Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend, Washington. How did you get your start in sailing? I got started in sailing when I moved to the Caribbean to the small island of St … Read more
With support from sailors and boaters across the globe, Sailors for the Sea has been able to achieve huge wins for our oceans in 2023. Here are a few highlights: 1. 75,000 Green Boaters stepped up to advocate for our oceans and practice eco-smart habits on the water Being closely connected to our waters, sailors … Read more
Sailors for the Sea is thrilled to welcome the International 29er Class to our recently launched Clean Class Initiative. Since their European Championships in 2022, the 29er Class has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and communicating our mission with their members. As a Clean Class, the 29ers will work with us to run all their … Read more
For sailors and boaters, the oceans are not just a vast expanse of water; they are a place for adventure and a source of wonder. They are also a critical part of the Earth’s life support system and home to a staggering amount of biodiversity. However, our oceans are facing unprecedented challenges, from pollution and … Read more
Our Skipper program is a network of dedicated sailors and boaters who are actively engaged in conservation and sustainability in their yacht clubs, schools, sailing organizations, and communities. We are excited to introduce one of our newest members, Cortney Kingsley! Cortney is based in Newport, Rhode Island, and is the education programs manager at Sail … Read more
