Latest OCC News
OCC 70th Anniversary Scottish BBQ
Another fine OCC Hebridean gathering for cruisers both old and new. Typically August weather did not dampen the spirits and the weekend was spent swapping stories, eating fine food and making plans.
by Simon Currin - 11/08/2024
S/V Zeerob off Cape Cod amongst feeding whales
A video of an OCC boat, S/V Zeerob, surrounded by whales has gone viral on social media.
by Robert Van der Plas & Dianne Kottier - 07/08/2024
Viki Moore, OCC Regional Rear Commodore , New Zealand- an interview
An article appeared in LiveSailDie describing the work of the OCC’s Regional Rear Commodore in New Zealand.
by Simon Currin - 07/08/2024
OCC North West Passage Videocast, 31st July 2024
The OCC North West Passage Fleet has expanded as six new OCC members are recruited as the fleet begin to traverse Baffin Bay.
by Simon Currin - 01/08/2024
Artificial Intelligence Gives Weather Forecasters a New Edge
When at sea we all want to know what weather may be coming our way. Forecasts are improving thanks to Artificial Inteligence. A recent New York Times Article explains.
by Simon Currin - 30/07/2024
OCC Port Officer for Gambia homeless after port re-development
The Ocean Cruising Club has a huge network of Port Officers and Port Officer Representatives around the world. The Port Officer Representative for the Gambia has lost his home.
by Simon Currin - 27/07/2024
Orca sink another sailboat
Orca have attacked the rudders on many sailboats and have sunk a few. Halcyon Yachts have reported the sinking of another.
by Simon Currin - 25/07/2024
Donation to help Vision Lewis and his family in St Lucia
Fund to Help OCC POR St Lucia
by Rachelle Turk - 24/07/2024
Cyclone Seasons in French Polynesia
An article from Blue Water Sailing examining the risks of keeping a boat in French Polynesia for the cyclone season
by Simon Currin - 18/07/2024
Remains of 2 people found after liferaft washes ashore on Sable Island
The remains of a couple sailing their yacht, Theros, from Halifax to the Azores have been found in a liferaft washed up on Sable Island.
by Simon Currin - 18/07/2024
OCC Member’s video of Hurricane Beryl and the aftermath
Hurricane Beryl (2024) by OCC Member Sailing Fair Isle
by Simon Currin - 17/07/2024
The loss of S/V Solution
Ocean Cruising Club member, Carter Bacon, has written up the loss of his classic 50’ sloop built in 1963.
by Simon Currin - 14/07/2024
OCC Northwest Passage Fleet Videocast, Episode 2, 13th July 2024
Join the OCC NWP boats as they make their way north along the coast of Greenland. This week we are also joined by S/V Abel Tasman and Zora
by Simon Currin - 13/07/2024
Update on Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl, an early season category 4/5 catastrophic storm, has left a trail of destruction. Follow the links below of you should like to assist or donate.
by Simon Currin - 05/07/2024
OCC Pacific Fleet, Episode 1, 3rd July 2024
Seven OCC cruising boats share their experiences as they make their way across the Pacific in 2024. A wide ranging discussion about routing, meteorology, visas, ocean rescues and choices of boat.
by Simon Currin - 04/07/2024
Dugongs in Vanuatu
Dugongs in Vanuatu are becoming rare due to threats such as fishing, boat traffic, and climate change. Cyclones have damaged their seagrass habitat. More data is required to inform their conservation.
by Simon Currin - 04/07/2024
Hurricane Beryl - Aftermath
Within 42 hours a tropical storm developed into the category 4 hurricane known as ‘Beryl’ and smashed into Carricaou. This video shares the consequences.
by Simon Currin - 01/07/2024
Ciguatera Poisoning - a victim discusses her recent experience with 2 physicians
Ciguatera is a dangerous disease. In this discussion a recent victim discusses all aspects of her poisoning with two physicians.
by Simon Currin - 30/06/2024
Hurricane Beryl
A potentially catastrophic Category 4 hurricane is heading for the Windward Islands in the Caribbean
by Simon Currin - 30/06/2024