Swift Sailing: Whipping Through The Tempestuous Waters Of Newfoundland
Looking for some truly spectacular East Coast scenery from your sailboat, but you�re tired of hitting the usual spots? Hungry for a change of pace? Here�s the ticket: Try the excellent � but challenging - sailing opportunities offered right off the Atlantic Coast - in Eastern Canada�s Newfoundland. Off Newfoundland�s coast, you�ll sail between limestone islands and into the giant fjords while watching whales glide and spout and exotic wildlife keeping house alongside the usually rocky, windy shore. You don�t have to be in lumberjack-shape to take on these waters, but after all, since you wanted a change of pace, why not make it a little more strategic than usual? If you really want to work on your technical sailing skills, these chilly Atlantic waters certainly won�t leave you disappointed. Plus, you�ll enjoy the �local color� only Newfoundland can offer, including the lilting dialect and the cuisine that you won�t find anywhere else. The best times to set sail in Newfoundland are sometimes tricky to get a handle on. Because the weather at this particular high latitude of the world often changes so quickly, leaving you in the ice in mid-July, for example, it�s best to consult with a seasoned boat captain or sailing expedition guide before heading out. In fact, that very changeable weather is a prime draw for many adventurous sailors, whether they�re renting a sailboat or cruising along on a guided tour. Should you decide to peruse Newfoundland�s moody coast, go fully prepared, and do a lot of research before setting sail; every day is different, exciting, and guaranteed to be something like you�ve never experienced before. But also be aware that when at sea, just because you�re at the helm of the sailboat doesn�t always mean you�ll be in charge; in Newfoundland, sailing takes on a whole new meaning. For more information, see www.allaboutsailboats.com.
