Every August, spectators and yachties from around the globe sail to Hamilton Island for Hamilton Island Race Week - Australia’s largest offshore keelboat regatta. (Pic A Francolini)
From January 26-28, Victoria's Geelong foreshore will be transformed into a carnival of sailing, with the waterfront festival drawing vast crowds to enjoy the festivities and sailing. (Pic Salty Dingo)
In this Club Marine TV video Al McGlashan highlights some areas of boating risk including the human factor. Being aware of the situation around you, clear decision making and good communication are key areas to focus on when reducing risk.
One of the key rules of boating is to keep a proper lookout. In this Club Marine TV video Al gives some invaluable tips on how to maximise your visibility and maintain a safe speed. He also identifies some important cardinal markers and isolated hazards.
It's important to know how your boat behaves in windy and current affected conditions. Al McGlashan shares some expert tips to keep your boat under control.
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