Eight Bells: Pat Healy

Pat Healy, an International Judge, long-time judge instructor, coach and sailing Hall of Fame inductee, died on May 17, 2025. Pat was an International Judge, a former International Umpire, and a US Sailing and Sail Canada Judge. He served at seven Olympic and Paralympic Games – four as a coach and three as a judge.…Read More

Seven “Rules of the Road” to Know When You’re On the Water

The Navigation Rules, or “Rules of the Road,” are the traffic laws on the water, and all boaters are required to follow them. Their purpose is to prevent collisions or dangerous close-quarters situations between vessels. They are different from The Racing Rules of Sailing, which apply only between sailboats that are racing.

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Eight Bells: Noel Field 

Noel M. Field, Jr., of Little Compton, RI, a US Sailing National Judge, former Board member, advocate for sailors, and champion of sportsmanship, died at home on June 12. He was 88.  Field served as Chief Judge at scores of high-level events, including Shields, 470, Interclub, 210, and ILCA (Laser) National Championships. He also served…Read More