About SimpleHarborCo.org
A reference archive on sailboat and small vessel maintenance, written for Canadian boat owners navigating the specific conditions of Great Lakes and coastal sailing.
What this is
SimpleHarborCo.org is a reference resource covering the practical side of keeping a sailboat or small powerboat in usable condition. The focus is on the four areas that account for most of the maintenance time and cost for a typical Canadian boat owner: hull care, rigging, engine upkeep, and seasonal storage.
The articles here are written in an informational format. They don't sell products or push a particular brand. They aim to describe how things work, what to look for, and what the standard approaches are — based on widely established marine maintenance practice rather than a single manufacturer's recommendations.
The archive is not exhaustive. It covers the topics that come up most frequently for owners of production sailboats and small power vessels used recreationally in Canadian waters, from the Great Lakes to the BC coast.
Who maintains this
SimpleHarborCo.org is maintained by a small editorial group based in Mississauga, Ontario. The team has a background in recreational sailing and small vessel operation on Ontario lakes. Content is reviewed against published guidelines from Transport Canada, Sail Canada, and established marine trade sources before publication.
We don't have professional rigging or mechanics on staff. The articles reflect the practical maintenance knowledge of recreational sailors, not licensed marine technicians. For complex mechanical repairs, professional yard diagnosis is always the appropriate step.
Sailed on Lake Ontario and Georgian Bay for over fifteen years. Maintains a 32-foot sloop out of Port Credit.
Background in technical writing for marine equipment manufacturers. Focuses on rigging and mechanical systems documentation.
Kayaker and small boat sailor with particular interest in freshwater hull chemistry and environment-friendly antifouling alternatives.
Contact
For questions about specific topics, corrections to published content, or suggestions for future articles, reach out directly:
- Email: info@simpleharborco.org
- Phone: +1 (905) 555-1847
- Address: 1200 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1G5, Canada
Response time is typically two to three business days. We don't field requests for professional marine surveys, legal advice, or insurance assessments.
Legal and editorial notes
Content published on SimpleHarborCo.org is provided for informational purposes. Nothing here constitutes professional marine surveying, engineering, or mechanical advice. Decisions about boat maintenance, rigging replacement, or engine repair should involve qualified professionals when safety is a factor.
External links on this site point to sources that were active and accurate at the time of publication. We don't maintain control over third-party content and cannot guarantee ongoing accuracy of linked resources.