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Rod Heikell
This entry was created on 17/02/2011 - 12:03 by Sue SutherlandKnown to any Mediterranean sailor as the author of most of the pilot books that guide and enlighten us, Rod Heikell first set out for the Med in 1976 as a restless graduate in a 20' sailing boat which had a compass, lead line and mostly out of date charts.
Special Interest Items of the Library
This entry was changed on 25/11/2011 - 22:44 by Ivan Andrews
The Cruising Association Library is home to many unusual items among the books and charts. This page will highlight some of the slightly unexpected yet special items within the collection.
Facilities of the Information Centre
This entry was changed on 16/11/2012 - 19:31 by Sue SutherlandThe Information Centre houses a number of facilities which are available to CA members. If you are unable to access the centre in person, contact our Information Officer who will be able to assist you with your enquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Questions about the Upgrade of MyCA in late 2012
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Your login and password have not changed, but the login button is now at the top of the screen. If you are logged in you will see your name instead of the login button. You must be a CA member to log into MyCA.
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Questions about the Cruising Association
What is the Cruising Association?
The Cruising Association is an international organisation of
Cruising yachtsmen and women, under sail or power.
Where are you based?
We are truly international, with over 200 representatives across
the world.
Wherever you are planning to sail, one of our 3,500 members has been there and is ready to help you.
We have Sea Area Sections covering the Med, Baltic, European Inland Waterways and Blue Water, eleven UK Sections hosting their own events and rallies around the country.
We also have a Central London HQ, which houses our Library and offices, and has a bar and restaurant and very good value cabins for the use of members.
Wherever you are planning to sail, one of our 3,500 members has been there and is ready to help you.
We have Sea Area Sections covering the Med, Baltic, European Inland Waterways and Blue Water, eleven UK Sections hosting their own events and rallies around the country.
We also have a Central London HQ, which houses our Library and offices, and has a bar and restaurant and very good value cabins for the use of members.
Who can join?
Any adult. You do not need to own a boat or have any sailing
qualifications. To join, click here.
So, what’s it going to cost?
The basic subscription fee for a UK member is
£126 (cash) or £118 (direct debit).This includes a partner living at the same address.
If you are resident overseas for 12 months of the year, the subscription rate is £80.50 including a partner at the same address.
If you are under 25 years of age, a Young Membership costs only £27 (cash) or £24 (direct debit).
If you are resident overseas for 12 months of the year, the subscription rate is £80.50 including a partner at the same address.
If you are under 25 years of age, a Young Membership costs only £27 (cash) or £24 (direct debit).
How to I get a permit to fly a defaced blue
ensign?
If you are a member and own a boat, then you can
fly a Cruising Association ensign.
In order to fly this special flag you must obtain a permit from the Secretariat.
The permit lasts for five years.
In order to fly this special flag you must obtain a permit from the Secretariat.
The permit lasts for five years.
Questions about the website
I’m a member, why can’t I log in?
If you joined in the last year or so, you should
have been automatically signed up to MyCA, the member’s only section of
the website.
You will have been sent your log in details in an email when you joined.
If you cannot find this, or can't remember your password, click on "Request new password" on the left-hand side of the window at www.cruising.org.uk and enter your email address. You will then be sent a once-only opportunity to log in which will tell you your user name and allow you to set your password to whatever you want.
If you have never been given log in details, you can create your own account. To do this, click “create account” under the log in button on the left of the home page. To create an account you will need to enter a user name (please use the format Firstname Lastname) and the email address that we have registered for you in the database. If you need help, or think we have the wrong email address for you, please call us on 020 7525 2828 during office hours or email office@cruising.org.uk.
You will have been sent your log in details in an email when you joined.
If you cannot find this, or can't remember your password, click on "Request new password" on the left-hand side of the window at www.cruising.org.uk and enter your email address. You will then be sent a once-only opportunity to log in which will tell you your user name and allow you to set your password to whatever you want.
If you have never been given log in details, you can create your own account. To do this, click “create account” under the log in button on the left of the home page. To create an account you will need to enter a user name (please use the format Firstname Lastname) and the email address that we have registered for you in the database. If you need help, or think we have the wrong email address for you, please call us on 020 7525 2828 during office hours or email office@cruising.org.uk.
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Click on the link "Request new password" below the Login box and enter either your email address or your user name. You will be sent an email with a free login link which can be used to change your password to something you can remember.
I can’t see the forums, what do I do?
Log into MyCA and click onto the Forums link on the link towards the top right-hand corner of the page.
For help on joining forums please click here.
For help on joining forums please click here.
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You can submit a cruising report by entering the information on the CA wbsite using this form.
How do update my boat details?
You cannot change your own boat details. If you change your boat, or acquire a new one, please inform the CA office who will change the record for you.
London
I’m coming to London, how do I book a cabin?
Cabins can be booked by calling 020 7537 2828. Please see here for further information.
I’m coming to London Limehouse, can I book a
berth in the marina?
All enquiries about berth bookings and other matters should be directed to the British Waterways Marinas office at Limehouse, who can be contacted on: 020 7308 9930.
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The Library is open Monday to Friday, 09.30 to 17.30.
Should you wish the library to be open outside of these hours, please contact the Information Centre on 020 7537 2828.
For more information about the Information Centre please click here
Should you wish the library to be open outside of these hours, please contact the Information Centre on 020 7537 2828.
For more information about the Information Centre please click here
Courses
Do you run RYA courses?
The CA runs many RYA Courses each year. Click
here to see the latest list of courses with dates and costs.
Do you run practical courses?
No
CA Almanac
Where can I buy the Cruising Almanac?
Click here to purchase the CA Cruising Almanac.
A team of Regional Editors, all members of the Cruising Association, experienced in cruising in their own area, produce the text and update the plans. All this helps to give it a different flavour from other almanacs and pilot guides.
You need to be logged into the CA website to obtain this discount.
A team of Regional Editors, all members of the Cruising Association, experienced in cruising in their own area, produce the text and update the plans. All this helps to give it a different flavour from other almanacs and pilot guides.
You need to be logged into the CA website to obtain this discount.
How do I purchase the CA Almanac at the Member's discount price?
Click here to purchase the CA Almanac at the discount rate.
You need to be logged into the CA website to obtain this discount.
You need to be logged into the CA website to obtain this discount.
Almanac Corrections
Corrections to the Cruising Almanac are published approximately every two months to take into account Notices
Tony Brett-Jones
This entry was changed on 04/11/2009 - 19:04 by Louise BusbyTony Brett-Jones is one of the CAs greatest navigators with a great eye for detail and accuracy. Part of this he was born with and it was completed when the RAF sent him off to Canada for two years training in astronavigation so that with his bubble sextant he could navigate Halifax bombers onto their targets.
Lorna Hammett
This entry was changed on 17/02/2011 - 12:13 by Sue SutherlandLorna's sailing experience started in the 1960's when she met her husband Brian. They first sailed to Holland in a 26' boat, Karelia and had many cross channel trips after that, with a break whilst their children were young.
Mark Brackenbury
This entry was changed on 17/02/2011 - 12:13 by Sue SutherlandMark Brackenbury started sailing in a proper boat 'with beds' in 1961 and bought his first boat in 1966 and joined the Cruising Association the same year. At that time he was a stockbroker, although he returned to his original profession of actor in 1976, working on stage and television.
Sylvia Mence
This entry was changed on 17/02/2011 - 12:59 by Sue SutherlandSylvia Mence joined the CA in 1972 and has been an Honorary Member since 1998.
