The Cruising Association (CA) held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 13 November at CA House, London. This year’s meeting marked the first time members could vote electronically, making participation easier for those around the world.
In a new chapter for the Cruising Association, as at the AGM on 13 November 2024 Robin Baron took the helm as the thirty-fourth President.
A long-standing member since 1976, Robin brings 48 years of experience with the CA, giving him an in-depth understanding of its core values of knowledge-sharing and support to the cruising community.
For November, the spotlight is on Nazaré in Portugal for CAptain’s Mate of the Month.
Located on Portugal’s Silver Coast, Nazaré is a popular destination and port of entry. CA members can find full details on Nazaré’s port protocol under the location ‘info’ tab.
Joining the very select group of 40 sailors that have their names inscribed on the Cape Horn Hall of Fame is renowned British sailor and honorary member of the Cruising Association, Mike Golding.
We are looking for a system administrator & support engineer to extend our in-house ICT team. This part time role will be conducted remotely. Scheduling of working hours will be by agreement and we are open to discussion of flexible working.
Mon, 23/12/2024 - 00:00 to Wed, 01/01/2025 - 00:00
The Galley (bar and restaurant) will be closed for the Festive period from close of business on Sunday 22 December 2024 (11pm) and reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025.
CA House (office and library) will be closed for the Christmas and New Year break from close of business Thursday 19 December 2024 and will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025.
Fri, 20/12/2024 - 00:00 to Wed, 01/01/2025 - 00:00
CA House (office and library) will be closed for the Christmas and New Year break from close of business Thursday 19 December 2024 and will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025.
The Galley (bar and restaurant) will be closed for the Festive period from close of business on Sunday 22 December 2024 (11pm) and reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025.
The CA’s patron, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, visited the CA stand during the Southampton International Boat Show.
Sir Robin took the opportunity to catch up with John Burbeck, member of the Regulatory & Technical Services group (RATS) and chair of the CA orca project for his H2OWorld podcast.
Whether it’s a river entrance, a panoramic harbour view or a hidden gem from your anchorage, your photos on CAptain’s Mate bring reports and locations to life, making it the award-winning app we all rely on.
As you return from your sailing this season, or if you are still out exploring, please upload some of your favourite photos?
For October’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month, we take you to Saltstone anchorage, a serene spot near Salcombe on the southwest coast of the UK. While Salcombe is a well-known and beautiful destination, it can get busy, especially during peak season.
If you are looking for a quieter alternative, venture a little further upstream into the Kingsbridge Estuary, where you’ll find Saltstone at the entrance to Frogmore Creek. The anchorage offers good holding in sandy mud and is well sheltered.
