Links

Here are some of our favorite nautical links that you should review for boating related information and equipment:

Boating Equipment and Supplies

West Marine – The Boating Superstore. We have teamed up with West Marine to provide exclusive discounts to our visitors.  Use the following link to save $5 off your order of $50! Take $5 OFF orders $50. Use coupon code: AFF5

Bass Pro Shops – Check out the nautical, marine and fishing gear available at Bass Pro Shops.

Sea Eagle – These high-quality inflatable boats are the perfect tender or dinghy for your cruiser.

Marine Weather and Forecasts

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Weather Service:  NOAA Weather

NOAA Tides Online (view tide tables and graphs for areas around the U.S.):  NOAA Tides

Safety and Navigation

United States Coast Guard (offers information on boating safety, navigational aids and protection of natural resources):  US Coast Guard

Rules of the Road for Boaters:  Rules of the Road

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (information on this vital ecosystem):  Florida Keys Marine Sanctuary

Boating and Sailing Organizations

Boat Owners Association of the United States (membership organization offering discounted services, boat financing and insurance to its members):  BoatUS

United States Sailing Association:  USA Sailing

International Sailing Federation:  International Sailing Federation

Sailnet.com (the world’s largest online sailing and cruising community):  Sailnet

Events

Volvo Ocean Race (the world’s premier global race and most demanding team sport in the world):  Volvo Ocean Race

Key West Race Week (annual event kicks off the regatta season):  Key West Race Week

Miami International Boat Show (the largest boat show in the world held in Miami each February):  Miami Boat Show