Nitzan Levy
Sailing Instructor
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Co-authored Articles (8)
How to
Sail a Boat
For centuries, the sea has captured the spirits of sailors and adventurers all over the world. In his poem "Sea Fever", John Masefield claimed that all he needed was "a tall ship and a star to steer her by" to feel compl...
How to Tie a Boat to a Dock
A complete, step-by-step mooring tutorial with diagrams You’re coming in from a fabulous day on the water, and now it’s time to dock your boat. Any skipper worth their salt will tell you that proper docking and tying...
How to
Read a Wind Rose
Everything you need to understand and start interpreting wind rose dataA wind rose is a circular diagram used to record data about wind speeds and frequencies over a specified period of time, which is handy if you want t...
How to
Run a Boat Motor Out of Water
Flushing a boat motor by running it out of water is a routine maintenance task. Running the engine without a water source for any length of time will cause damage, so you’ll need to attach a hose to the motor’s water...
How to
Start Sailing
Sailing is a popular sport in coastal towns and areas that are located on large bodies of water. It’s an excellent sport that allows you to harness the wind to power your vessel. Learn the basics with some handy sailin...
How to
Determine Wind Direction
Discover simple ways to determine wind direction, like reading leaves, water, and moreKnowing wind direction, or the direction that the wind is blowing from, can be imperative in several instances. For example, if you ar...
How to
Make a Sail
Ships and boats of all sizes have harnessed the power of wind for centuries. Sailing boats have continued to use sails to this day for recreational sports and hobbies. Whether you’re looking for a calm day on the water...
How to
Become a Boat Captain
Becoming a boat captain can be a time-consuming but rewarding process. A captain’s license isn’t necessary if you just want to take your own boat out for pleasure cruises, but it is required if you receive any compen...