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CA member Jeanne Socrates joins prestigious Cape Horn Hall of Fame

Congratulations to Jeanne, who was amongst six legendary sailors inducted into the Cape Horn Hall of Fame on Thursday 21 September 2023 in Les Sables d'Olonne, France, home to the Hall of Fame.

The event, organised by the International Association of Cape Horners (IACH), was announced by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, President of the Association, and Yannick Moreau, The Mayor of Les Sables d'Olonne:

The 2023 CA Photo Competition is now open

The annual CA Photo Competition is a fantastic platform to showcase members’ unforgettable moments from sail and motor cruising adventures during the past season.

2023 Log Competition welcomes Katy Stickland as judge and opens for entries

The CA’s annual Log Competition stands as one of the association's time-honoured traditions and prominent events, tracing its origins back to 1910 when The Love Cup was first awarded.

Cruising Association success at Southampton International Boat Show 2023

The Cruising Association (CA) enjoyed an outstanding presence at Southampton International Boat Show, 15-24 September 2023, expanding our global cruising community with an impressive surge in members.

The Cruising Association and Marine Products Direct unveil members’ Big Winter Prize Draw to win a TEMO-450 Electric Outboard Motor

The Cruising Association is delighted to unveil its annual Winter Big Prize Draw in partnership with Marine Products Direct to win the fantastic prize of a TEMO-450 Electric Outboard worth £1,679.

A picture is worth a thousand words

It might be the river entrance, a view over the harbour or a spectacular view from an anchorage. Whatever the subject matter, it is YOUR photographs in CAptain’s Mate that so brilliantly complement the overview and reports, helping to make it the award-winning app it is today.

CAptain’s Mate of the Month - Skjaerhalden, Norway

This month we find ourselves in the small harbour town of Skjaerhalden on the island of Kirkeøy, the last stop in Norway before you venture south.

The harbour offers lots of marina space, with mooring recommended on the inside of the breakwater to avoid the ferry wash. Shoreside facilities include fuel, pump-out, showers, launderette and supermarket, with wifi available at your berth.

Cruising Association presents the 2024 edition of Cruising Almanac at Southampton International Boat Show

The Cruising Association, in collaboration with Imray, is pleased to introduce the 2024 edition of the CA Cruising Almanac.

Available to pre-order online now or buy at Southampton International Boat Show, 15-24 September 2023, the renowned Cruising Almanac is a high quality, essential resource that no cruising sailor should be without.