Lake St. Clair Sailing School sailing events
Not under command A vessel not under command shall exhibit: Two all-round red lights in a vertical line where they can best be seen; Two spherical shapes in a vertical line where they can best be seen; and When making way through the water also normal sidelights and a sternlight (not shown in the example below). Vessel not under command, not making way through the waterDay sign (two black spheres)Abeam, port sideAheadAsternSailing boat, no wind, no mechanical propulsionAbeam, port sideAheadAstern
Boat not under command - Colregs
Dredging or underwater operations A vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations, when restricted in her ability to manoeuvre Dredging or underwater operations, shorter than 50 m, not making wayAhead, day signsAheadAsternDredging or underwater operations, shorter than 50 m, making wayAhead, day signsAheadAsternDredging or underwater operations, longer than 50 m, making wayAhead, day signsAheadAstern
Restricted in her ability to Maneuver A vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre, except a vessel engaged in mine clearance operations, shall exhibit: three all-round lights in a vertical line where they can best be seen. The highest and lowest of these lights shall be red and the middle light shall be white; three shapes in a vertical line where they can best be seen. The highest and lowest of these shapes shall be balls and the middle one a diamond; when making way through the water, also a masthead light or lights, sidelights and a sternlight Restricted in her ability to manoeuvre, not making way through the waterDay sign: two black spheres…
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Small Diving Vessels: How to Identify Them and Navigate Safely When operating a boat on inland waters, coastal areas, or the Great Lakes, recognizing special-purpose vessels is essential for safety. One of the most important vessels to identify correctly is a small diving vessel, as divers may be in the water nearby and vulnerable. Day Shapes and Flags for Small Diving Vessels A small diving vessel may display one of two internationally recognized signals during the day: International Code Flag “A” (Alpha)A blue-and-white swallow-tailed flag indicating that the vessel has a diver down and is restricted in its ability to maneuver. Other vessels must keep well clear and proceed at slow speed. Red-and-White…
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Pilot boat Rule 29 (Pilot vessels) Pilot boat, shorter than 50 mAbeam, starboard sideAheadAstern (a) A vessel engaged on pilotage duty shall exhibit: (i) at or near the masthead, two all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower red;(ii) when underway, in addition, sidelights and a sternlight;(iii) when at anchor, in addition to the lights prescribed in sub-paragraph (i), the light, lights or shape prescribed in Rule 30 for vessels at anchor. (b) A pilot vessel when not engaged on pilotage duty shall exhibit the lights or shapes prescribed for a similar vessel of her length.
Minesweeper A vessel engaged in mine clearance operations shall in addition to the lights prescribed for a power-driven vessel, or to the lights or shape prescribed for a vessel at anchor, exhibit three all-round green lights or three balls. One of these lights or shapes shall be exhibited near the mast head and one at each end of the fore yard. These lights or shapes indicate that it is dangerous for another vessel to approach within 1000 metres of the mine clearance vessel. Minesweeper, shorter than 50 mAhead, day signs (3 black spheres)AheadAstern
Navigation lights are used to prevent collisions at night or in times of reduced visibility, and are an essential tool in keeping you and your vessel safe. Nav lights allow you to see other nearby vessels, and allow other vessels to see you. Masthead lightA white light placed over the fore and aft centreline of the vessel showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 225° and so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22.5° abaft the beam on either side of the vessel.Sidelightmeans a green light on the starboard side and a red light on the port side each showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon…
Sailing Sailing is one of the world’s oldest and popular sports. Learning sailing can be an incredible experience as it gives you the ability to get out there in the water and enjoy a stimulating yet relaxing freedom that no other sport offers. However, just the prospect of getting started can be quite daunting; especially if you have never been into water sports. To make things easier for you, we’ve answered below some of the most frequently asked questions so you can have a better idea about whether sailing is your cup of tea, and if yes, then where you can learn it from. Is sailing hard to learn? After reading boating magazines and how-to books,…
Learning sailing can be an incredible experience as it gives you the ability to get out there in the water and enjoy a stimulating yet relaxing freedom that no other sport offers.
Type 1 Life jacket (PFD) - Offshore Life Jackets A TYPE I PFD, or OFFSHORE LIFE JACKET provides the most buoyancy. It is effective for all waters, especially open, rough, or remote waters where rescue may be delayed. It is designed to turn most unconscious wearers in the water to a face-up position. Type 2 Life jacket (PFD) - Near-Shore Vests A TYPE II PFD, NEAR-SHORE BUOYANT VEST is intended for calm, inland water or where there is a good chance of quick rescue. This type will turn some unconscious wearers to a face-up position. The turning action is not as pronounced nor as effective as a TYPE I. Type 3 Life jacket…
Make Your Dad’s Day With a Father’s Day Sailing Trip Father's Day: Sunday, Jun 21, 2026 Take dad out on a sailing trip and spend amazing time on water. Those are the precious moments that both of you will carry in your hearts. The sailboat experience will bring a smile to Dad's face. Buy your dad a gift card towards open sailing or a sailing class
