Lessons Learned from Sailing with Two Amazing Deaf Students ⛵️ Your “Sign” to Learn Sailing
Elapsed time
1h 28m
Avg. speed
3.7kts
Distance
5.5nm
Moving time
1h 28m
Max. speed
3.5kts
Boston, Suffolk County, MA, USA
Jul 9, 2025 - Jul 9, 2025
This weekend I had the honor of teaching two incredible sailors who are Deaf—and I walked away learning just as much as I taught. Their connection to the boat, the water, and each other was inspiring. Without relying on sound, they tuned into subtle cues: the feel of the wind, the pressure on the helm, and the shape of the sails. Every tack, gybe, and feathered-upwind course was a masterclass in awareness. We circumnavigated Spectacle Island, shared a lot of laughs, and found an easy rhythm as a crew. Communication was clear, focused, and full of trust—a reminder that great sailing doesn’t depend on words, just teamwork and presence. This is your sign to come sailing. The wind doesn’t care what language you speak. Let’s go.
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Trip Updates
📻 SECURITÉ, SECURITÉ, SECURITÉ 🚨
Jul 9, 2025 8:09 PM
42.3703, -71.0467
All stations, all stations, all stations — this is First Reef, Colgate 26 on VHF Channel 16. SECURITÉ message: A large log is adrift and posing a hazard to navigation approximately 100 yards off the entrance to Charlestown Marina in Boston Harbor. Mariners in the area are advised to proceed with caution and maintain a sharp lookout. First Reef standing by on Channel 16. ⚓
🌫️ Why Does Fog Form Over City Buildings? 🌇
Jul 9, 2025 8:00 PM
42.3804, -71.0465
Fog forms when warm, moist air cools rapidly — and in cities, that often happens when humid air moves over cooler surfaces like concrete or glass buildings at night or early morning. The dense structures can trap cooler air near the ground, helping moisture condense into fog. Add in urban heat islands and temperature inversions, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for low-hanging clouds drifting between the skyscrapers. It’s nature’s way of making the city mysterious.
Sailing under a bridge!
Jul 9, 2025 7:12 PM
42.3809, -71.0464
Tobin Bridge Fact Sheet Official Name: Maurice J. Tobin Memorial Bridge Location: Spans the Mystic River between Boston (Charlestown) and Chelsea, Massachusetts Opened: 1950 Named For: Maurice J. Tobin – former Mayor of Boston, Governor of Massachusetts, and U.S. Secretary of Labor Design: • Type: Cantilever truss bridge • Length: Approx. 2.25 miles (3.6 km) • Height: About 254 feet above water at its highest point • Main Span: 800 feet Function: • Carries U.S. Route 1 • 6 lanes of traffic (3 northbound, 3 southbound) Toll Information: • Southbound only (into Boston) • All-electronic tolling (EZPass or Pay By Plate MA) Ownership & Maintenance: • Operated by Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Interesting Facts: • Replaced the old Chelsea Bridge • One of the longest bridges in New England • Underwent a major rehabilitation project (2018–2023) to extend its lifespan and improve safety • Offers iconic views of Boston’s skyline and harbor
