Tips for Sailing at Night

1. Tips for Sailing at Night
By: Edwin Hammond Meredith

2. Tips for Sailing at Night
Based in the Florida Keys, Edwin Hammond Meredith is a professional chef who enjoys
exploring new dishes. Away from his work, Edwin Hammond Meredith is an active,
outdoorsy person who enjoys sailing.

3. Tips for Sailing at Night
Sailing at night presents a number of unique issues, so here are some tips to ensure your
success and safety:

4. Tips for Sailing at Night
1. Add strips of reflective tape to your clothing and life jacket, as this makes you more
visible to spotlight operators should you fall into the water.
2. Use your sailing chart to identify the fixed lights along your route and call them off as
you pass. Doing so instills confidence, both in yourself and the crew.

5. Tips for Sailing at Night
3. Attach at least 100 feet of polypropylene line to a life ring, securing the end to the
boat’s rail aft. This will allow you to throw the ring out to anybody who falls overboard
while offering you a strong line for pulling that person back towards the boat.
4. Allow your vision to adjust to dark conditions by minimizing light on the boat itself. You
should notice more clarity in approximately 10 minutes. If you absolutely need light, red
lights are better than white.