You should have a cheap sleeping bag and a sheet of plastic aboard your boat. Here’s why.
Crew rest is important. That is why taking the night watch can be a good thing.
The pros use them to prevent boating mishaps, and you should too.
The sea is no place for absolutes about everything, which is why the safety community’s mantra about PFDs should be modified.
To go boating, we must understand the aqueous world we play on.
The decorated former Coast Guard rescue swimmer will once again share his knowledge through his Lifelines: Safety and Rescue at Sea column
Checklists will help you remember the things you need to do before you leave the dock, when emergencies occur, and after you return.
A former Coast Guard rescue swimmer provides his views about PFDs, and his opinions may surprise you.
A former Coast Guard rescue swimmer explains how catchy phrases can perpetuate bad advice, especially at sea.
The muse for photographer Ben Williamson is Downeast.
The SS United States was the “great love” of its designer’s life.
To stay safe, recognize the hazards of water.
This fast trawler boasts a hull by C. Raymond Hunt Associates.
You should have a cheap sleeping bag and a sheet of plastic aboard your boat. Here’s why.
Painter John Barber depicts historic skipjacks still in service.
How to select the right covering for your boat.
The allure of this destination is great fishing and more.
A Marine fighter pilot, a filmmaker and a big personality, he pioneered numerous iconic boat brands.
The latest model in the Hunt Ocean Series will be available in a flybridge or express model.
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