The News, Culture and Practice of Sailing woodenboats
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A Sailor’s Final Voyage for Love and Legacy
The film explores where Bob’s drive to go on expeditions comes from, why he has been willing to forego a stable home life and financial security in order to pursue difficult and often unattainable objectives.
The Ocean Cruising Club 2023 Awards for Sailing and Voyaging Excellence
From its earliest days, the Ocean Cruising Club has celebrated those who dared to brave the ocean in small boats, and many of its early members are now legend.