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Rescue at Sea

For any sailor, catastrophic hull failure is bad enough. But when you're in the middle of the ocean in rough seas—sailing alone—with no help around for miles....it's life or death. On November 30th, 24 days into the 2020 Vendée Globe
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Getter Better Without Looking Older

What do you picture when you think about the skin of sailors a little older than you...say, over 30? It might just be sunspots and wrinkles. Blockheads, you are at an age where, with the right precautions, you can prioritize
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The Most Important Equipment

Blockheads, you are the ones on a sailing team who keep an extra shackle and a roll of tape inside your life jackets in case something breaks on the water – not just for your own boat but your teammates’
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Safety is no Accident! Prepare Properly for Summer Sailing

Before long sailing season will be in full gear. Get ahead of the game by making plans to hydrate, nourish, and protect yourself from the sun! I. Tips for Sailing Nutrition - Keeping energized and performing at your highest potential
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Wound Care on the Water

Learn what you can do to treat minor injuries on the water and when you should seek help and return to shore, with featured contributor Shelly Galligan, RN. Learn more about Shelly on her website and Point 2 Point Nautical and Medical Services
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Identify & Treat Musculoskeletal Injuries

This next video in our Safety Series is recommended viewing for Blockheads AND parents, so you're prepared if there's an injury on your boat. Join featured contributor Shelly Galligan, RN as she digs into potential injuries to your muscles and
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Sun Health: Protecting Your Eyes

Featured contributor Shelly Galligan, RN, is back to share important tips for staying safe in the sunlight. Learn more about Shelly on her website and Point 2 Point Nautical and Medical Services Facebook page. Follow Shelly on Instagram @shellygalligan. About this video series: Harken
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5 + 1 Tips for Hydration

Shelly Galligan, RN, is back to talk about essential tips for keeping hydrated throughout long days on the water. Learn more about Shelly on her website and Point 2 Point Nautical and Medical Services Facebook page. Follow Shelly on Instagram @shellygalligan. About this video
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Tips for Sailing Nutrition

Keeping energized and performing at your highest potential is all about planning, to put the right nutrients in your body at the right time. The Blockheads team is proud to bring you a new video series focused on safety for
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