The most important thing you need to do when sailing in a new area is to familiarize yourself with the wind. If you are sailing from one port to another, the wind can change drastically as you sail across an ocean. Wind changes can be caused by any number of things: storms, fronts, temperature shifts, etc. So it’s very important to understand how the wind is going to affect your trip.
One way to determine the wind direction and speed is to use a wind vane. A wind vane is a device that will point you in the direction of the wind. They come in many different shapes and sizes. There are also other types of devices that can help you determine the wind direction. The most common type is a compass rose. A compass rose is a circle that points in the direction of the wind based on the magnetic north pole. This is the easiest way to determine the direction of the wind. You simply place the compass rose on the deck of your boat and it will point you in the right direction.
Another device that is commonly used is a wind sock. A wind sock is basically a funnel shaped device that will direct the wind into your sails. You simply put the sock over the mast of your boat and it will funnel the wind into your sails. It’s important to note that if you have a lot of sail, you may want to get two wind socks. This will allow you to direct the wind into both sails at the same time.
If you are going to be sailing out of a harbor, it’s very important to know the direction of the wind. Most harbors will have a lighthouse or other landmark that will give you the direction of the wind. Some lighthouses even have a small wind sock attached to the top of the tower. These wind socks will help you determine the direction of the wind.
