INTERVIEW: Jazz Turner - challenges, records, and circumnavigations!

Jazz Turner this year became the first woman and first disabled individual to complete a solo, non-stop and unassisted circumnavigation of the UK and Ireland. However, the 27-year-old did not follow a traditional path into sailing. read more

INTERVIEW: Don McIntyre - small boats, big oceans and everything inbetween!

There aren’t many people like Don McIntyre, which is a shame because the world would be a much better place if it was - from teddy bears in Antarctica to racing around the world alone in a boat he built to flying around Australia in a gyrocopter, there isn’t much Don hasn’t experienced. read more

Leader Skills Weekend 2025

Despite an overcast morning sky, leaders from all over Essex were up early in preparation for the first day of the 2025 Leader Skills Weekend, which promised volunteers young and old the opportunity to learn new skills. With bases including basic/advanced backwards cooking, hammocks, small pioneering and axe-throwing, there was plenty to get involved with. read more

"MegaCamp 2025:what a weekend!"

It’s been two weeks, and we’re still recovering from a fantastic weekend at Skreens Park, where we all made MegaCamp 2025 one to remember! The rain couldn’t dampen our spirits, and we sent 1600 Cubs’ home on Sunday afternoon thoroughly worn out but full of memories they’ll cherish for years to come. read more

Exposure Marine headtorches: HT RAW & RAW PRO 2.0

Exposure Marine’s two flagship headtorches, the HT RAW and RAW PRO 2.0 are marketed as all the personal lighting equipment you’ll ever need. However, is such a claim backed up by the products themselves, or has the marketing team gone out for lunch? read more

"In Conversation: Safety Director Steve Deighton"

Meet Steve Deighton, Essex International Jamboree 2024’s Safety Director. Whilst you may hear the words ‘Safety Director’ for an EIJ-scale event and subsequently imagine death by risk assessment (ironically!), Steve's reflections place his role as one of the most rewarding EIJ has to offer!  read more

"A Cruising Guide To Yokesfleet Creek"

Yokesfleet Creek sometimes feels like somewhere near the end of the world; whilst only a few hours from Fambridge, your company often only includes... read more

"What I learned skippering..."

Jack Gore makes a first extended trip in company with his family and other yacht club members on an East Coast cruise... read more

"How I restored my Jeanneau Sun 2000 trailer-sailer at the age of 15"

Jack Gore was just 10 when he became smitten with Victoria. He explains how he turned a neglected Jeanneau Sun 2000 trailer-sailer into his dream boat... read more