When Lightning Strikes

One last ear shattering bang and all the lights went out. We just got struck by lightning!” Alex said in a shaky voice. Panic quickly set in while we tried to work out what to…

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The Staande Mastroute

What I enjoy the most about sailing are the random interactions with other people and sailors. It’s always a joy to hear the stories of others and where they have been. Plus, you never know,…

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Meet the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup!

The Great Lakes form the largest freshwater system in the world and are home to countless plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else on Earth. Those of us lucky enough to live…

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C-Tow Captain’s Call: A 48-Hour Rescue on Lake Huron – Max Quast Rescue

As a certified captain for C-Tow, one of my most memorable rescues took place in early September 2022. My jurisdiction for C-Tow is the Kawarthas, specifically the Tri-Lakes area in South Central Ontario. However, on…

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How to sail from Canada to the Caribbeans

 Many of us Canadian sailors want to extend the cruising season and escape the icy water. Sailing the Caribbeans or US coast then becomes very enticing as you can live on your boat year long…

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The Faroe Islands: An Impromptu Magical Adventure!

If you told me before we set sail that I could have too much sun and heat, I would have called you crazy.  Well, apparently I am crazy!  After sweating for a year and half sailing around the Caribbean, I can…

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The Longest Tow in C-Tow History Has Been Set at 200 Nautical Miles!

C-Tow Captains Melissa Curtis, Pasha Barlak, and Owen Barlak complete the most extensive direct tow managing tides, currents, and unforeseen marine conditions from Sointula, BC to Richmond.   From where we are based in Central…

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PERKS THAT PASS WITH FLYING COLOURS – C-TOW MEMBER DISCOUNT

Don’t worry, these back-to-school perks aren’t just for students Whether you’re getting ready for the classroom or learning at home, these back-to-school perks are perfect.

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Ontario Members – Meet Skipperi

Introducing Skipperi’s Exclusive Partnership with C-Tow: Enjoy 50% off Skipperi’s Pay-as-you-go Boating Subscription! Skipperi is Toronto’s boat sharing platform that offers its members access to their fleet of motorboats across 8 locations on Lake Ontario….

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Falling in LOVE with CRUISING

When my partner and I first considered buying a sailboat as a means to travel the world instead of backpacking, it was all very foreign to me. To be honest I had no idea if…

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