Creatures of The Deep: The Great White Shark

great white shark

Can you name all the different creatures that are found deep within the seas and oceans around the world? Sharks, Whales, Dolphins… there are so many different species; we would be here all day talking about them all. This is why we thought it would be fun to start a new series that looks in detail at these creatures that live in the deep waters, on the ocean bed and out in the open ocean.

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Expert Tips For Sailing With Your Children

If you’re a huge sailing fan and you’re excited about taking your children along as you set off on your next sailing adventure, there are a few things that you need to consider beforehand. To ensure that your trip goes off smoothly and safely, there are a few extra precautions that you will need to carry out. Children aren’t always the easiest people to travel with and this can be even harder when stuck on

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Cthulhu R’lyeh wgah’nagl fhtag! The Ocean in Literature

As suppliers in boat chandlers, we here at Offshore Supply find everything about the ocean fascinating, and there is nothing more fascinating than seeing its representation in the minds of great writers. Because the majority of the ocean still remains unexplored, writers have lent their imaginations to create some wondrous and terrifying depictions of the sea. From ghost stories to lost kingdoms, the mystery of the deep waters fascinated many a great writer, and in turn,

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The Art of the Sea

The long, tiring days spent at sea meant sailor of old had to find some way to occupy their time when they weren’t busy scrubbing the decks and fixing the riggings. Bringing back trinkets and bric-a-brac for their darlings to swoon over and treasure came high on some sailors minds but what could they get? What did the vast body of water they sailed upon night and day offer them? Scrimshaw Scrimshaw in an old

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What Lies Beneath – Nautical Legends – Part Three

Here at Offshore Supply, as suppliers of marine chandlery, we’re fascinated by the stories, legends and myths that surround the nautical world. In our ongoing series, we have looked at the stories of mermaids and the Kraken in part one and Calypso and sea-serpents in part two. So, what magical creatures are in store for us in part three? Scylla and Charybdis This myth dates back to ancient Greece and is most notably mentioned in

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Fill Your Boots: Choosing the Best Meals and Snacks for a Sailing Trip

Whether you’re just taking the boat out for a quick spin or you’re a pro adventure about to embark on a month-long sailing adventure, there’s one thing that’s always going to be the same – you need to eat! Deciding which provisions you should prepare and stock up on can be tricky, so we’ve put together this handy guide with top tips for sailing trips of any length. The Daytripper If you’re not staying out

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Expert Top Tips for Sailing the Seven Seas (Part One)

We think it’s safe to say that all sailing enthusiasts have dreamt of sailing the world once upon a time, even it was only a fleeting thought. You may have dubbed it as a far-fetched, unachievable feat and allowed your dreams to circumnavigate the world as just that… a dream. But is it a completely ridiculous idea? Can you really sail the globe? It may not be as unachievable as you think and you don’t

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Celebrating the Champions of 2015’s Race to Alaska

Earlier this month the last of the 15 teams competing to be crowned the victors of one of the most exciting events to hit the sailing calendar in recent years – the Race to Alaska 2015 – completed their journey, and when they did each one of them became a champion. Only open to boats without a motor, this 750-mile voyage was considered by many to be more a race of endurance than anything else;

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The Top 5 Sailing Destinations

If you’re anything like us, you’ll know that there’s nothing better than setting sail onto the open seas and journeying to some far-flung and exotic location. We understand that sailing is not just about the destination but is about the journey itself as you use your skills and knowledge to safely traverse the seas. So, once you’re fully stocked with marine supplies, where should you go? Read on for a selection of our favourite sailing

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Know Your Nautical Lore: The Gods of the Seas

Although you might not believe in the likes of Poseidon and Neptune, sometime it’s still nice to think that they could be watching over you as you travel the waves on a grand sea voyage. Whether you consider yourself a somewhat superstitious sailor or simply want to know about the beliefs of those who went before you, here are some of the great gods that every seafarer should know about: Poseidon  If you’re hoping for

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