Cruising adventures in your Wayfarer

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A practical guide to overnight cruising

What do overnight cruising adventures really look like in a small open dinghy? Is it something only a few hardy sailors attempt, or is it an achievable and rewarding way to explore coastal waters?

 

In this webinar, experienced Wayfarer sailor Jonathan Ferguson shares what he has learned from extensive dinghy cruising in UK waters. From coastal passages to ambitious voyages including sailing to Shetland and singlehanded to Barra from the Scottish mainland, Jonathan explains what is possible in a 16 foot open dinghy, and how to approach it safely and enjoyably. If you have ever wondered whether dinghy cruising could be for you, how to prepare, or how to make the step beyond day sailing, this webinar will give you a realistic and practical insight.

 

Topics covered include:

  • Why the Wayfarer works as a cruising dinghy
  • Detailed breakdown of how to do it!
  • Planning and navigation
  • Storage on a dinghy
  • Boat setup for cruising
  • Clothing
  • Victualling
  • Sleeping on a dinghy
  • Practical advice for getting started with dinghy cruising
  • A live Q&A with Jonathan

We hope you enjoy the webinar, and if you have any questions please email us at marketing@HavenKJ.com

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Meet the expert

Jonathan Ferguson is an experienced Wayfarer sailor who is well known within the UK Wayfarer Association for his adventurous cruising exploits. He has sailed extensively around the UK, including trips to Shetland and a single-handed passage to Barra, and shares his experiences on his YouTube channel, Wayfarer Adventurers. Since starting out, age 14, on the River Deben in Suffolk, Jonathan has become a strong advocate for Wayfarer cruising and for the broader possibilities of adventure sailing in small boats. His combination of practical advice and real-world experience helps to inspire other sailors to cruise further, plan better and get more from their boats.

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