The secrets of successful family sailing
YM Editor Theo Stocker and wife Georgie sailed their Sadler 29 to Cornwall last summer with four-month-old Reuben.
As sailors, you’re likely to share your passion with your nearest and dearest. For cruising sailors, the promise of quality time with your family, adventures and memories for the children and passing on your love of the sea is likely to be among the reasons to take them sailing, whether they are your own children, nephews, nieces, grandchildren or those of friends. Family sailing isn’t without its challenges, however. How do you keep your crew happy, warm, fed, entertained and occupied within the confines of a small boat? And how does life aboard change
