The Art of Navigation
January 8, 2026
Even if your boat is equipped with a suite of electronics, know how to use ranges
Even if your boat is equipped with a suite of electronics, know how to use ranges
Managing a tender doesn’t have to be a pain in the transom.
A sloppy wake is more than annoying; it’s dangerous too.
How to dock like a pro in tight marinas and tough conditions.
This navigational tool has benefits, but never forget it’s the helmsman’s job to stay in the driver’s seat
There are your lights, which should be in good working order. But what about those other navigation lights out there?
Pat Mundus explains basic meteorology concepts so you can better project the wind and weather conditions you might face
Just about everyone is now using electronic chart plotters, but it’s wise to still keep a set of paper charts aboard
Channel 13, Channel 16, Sécurité, Pan-Pan, Mayday, DSC, MMSI. What are they for? Do you know how to make a distress call, and how to respond to one?
No bow thruster or joystick? No problem. These old-fashioned skills can help you get your boat on and off the dock smoothly
A 50-knot top end and a cockpit built for entertaining make the Tiara 46 LS an exciting addition to the Luxury Sport line.
Failure to check an engine gauge turned into a humbling lesson complacency at the helm.
Four skippers are awarded for lifesaving actions that went beyond routine towing assistance.
An Annapolis woman restores the wooden boat first owned by her grandfather.
To navigate a bridge safely, know the rules and
proceed with caution.
NOAA revisits the 2008 vessel speed regulation, reopening debate over limits designed to reduce whale strikes.
Medical emergencies can unfold quickly on the water. Here’s how to protect your crew before help is within reach.
The 30-foot ADV9 pairs 50-knot speed with cruising features for families.
Trailering a boat across state lines requires thorough research, planning and prep
This trailerable 20-footer is based on the builder’s patented Z-Plane hull.
