Sailing into Spring: Celebrating Imbolc on the Water

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Honouring the Seasons Through the Pagan Wheel of the Year

I don’t follow a particular religion, but I do find myself drawn to the seasonal festivals celebrated by modern pagans through the Pagan Wheel of the Year. What I appreciate most about these festivals is their deep reverence for nature.

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Harpooning Hearts: If Captain Ahab Wrote a Dating Profile

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There was much hilarity in the office today as we pondered what Captain Ahab might write in a dating profile if he were single, harpooning hearts instead of whales.

Of course, we don’t condone Ahab’s chosen profession (his HR file would be a novel in itself), but it’s fun to imagine how literature’s most intense sea captain might fare on the modern dating seas.

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Deck the Hulls: Decorating Your Boat for the Festive Season

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Decorating your boat for the festive season is a delightful way to spread holiday cheer on the water. It’s an opportunity to get creative, engage with the boating community, and add a little extra sparkle to the holidays. As you string up lights and hang ornaments, remember to prioritize safety and the environment and let your festive spirit shine.

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The History of Nautical Charts: How Cartography Has Changed the Seascape

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Nautical Charts – For centuries, the sea has been a highway of exploration, trade, and cultural exchange. At the heart of these activities lie nautical charts, the maps that guide mariners through the vast and treacherous seascape. This article explores the origins, evolution, and future of these indispensable maritime tools.

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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sargasso Sea: A Unique Marine Wonderland

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The Sargasso Sea, a vast and unique marine ecosystem, has captured the imagination of mariners, scientists, and the public alike for centuries. Its floating golden forests of Sargassum seaweed and diverse inhabitants make it an ecological wonder worth exploring.

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