Is sailing something you have always wanted to try? It certainly sounds like a refreshing way to spend a day...the sea breeze whipping through your hair and feeling the warm sun on your face as you gaze out onto the vast blue ocean. Or, at least that's what you imagine it would be like since you don't know how to sail a sailboat. At least not yet. That's where this how-to guide comes in. There is a lot to consider, but with the right instruction, you can be ready to sail a small sailboat.
Yes, I said a small sailboat. If you are just getting started on your sailing adventure, "go big or go home" is not the mentality you want to have here. As a beginner, utilizing a small boat is the least expensive and easiest way to learn. It will be just as exciting as a larger sailboat since you're just starting, and with practice, you will eventually be able to progress to larger sailing vessels. So what exactly do you need to know to sail a small sailboat? You'll want to pay attention as we detail