Perhaps you have vowed that this is the summer you will learn to sail? For active sorts who love the outdoors and the water, it's one of the finest things one can do. So if you're moving in this direction and have a little time now before you begin, take a few minutes to learn some of the language sailors need to know: terms both for the boat and its parts and for sailing techniques and practices. Understanding the special language of an activity is part of the initiation, a doorway to experience. Join the community!