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We’re bringing you an interesting mix of stories that represent the best of what the boating lifestyle can be.

We’re bringing you an interesting mix of stories that represent the best of what the boating lifestyle can be.

Maritime artist Neal Hughes depicts the historic Stephen Taber under sail in Camden, Maine.

Instead of selling his company, Grady-White’s Eddie Smith created a purpose trust to ensure the brand and the culture always remain the same

There’s no better time than autumn to visit New York Harbor and then cruise north for leaf peeping

Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.

A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.

Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.

The plywood Cruis-Along provided a practical platform for middle-class boaters during the post-World War II era.

The Hood 42 LM has classic downeast lines and shimmering varnish, along with modern technology for easier operation.

The history of Yankee and the art of living aboard.

A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.

Don’t miss these new models arriving at boat shows this season.

The Formula 387CCF’s upper station adds a new perspective for anglers, but it’s the boat’s ride and versatile design that steal the show.

The crisp, cool days of fall bring boat shows, breezy sailing, angler fishing and peaceful anchorage.

The bible of boating is back in a new edition.

A community sailing center in Massachusetts is building the next generation of offshore racers—one passage at a time.

Back in 1990, I was fresh out of a gap year following high school, bouncing from friend’s couch to friend’s couch and desperately in need of a rudder. I’d picked up sailing that year from my father, who had remarried—the sailboat came with the marriage. Like most anything I become interested

What many of us cherish most about time on the water are the people with whom we share it.

If a passenger goes overboard at sea, there’s a 40 percent chance you’ll never see that person again. Here are the recovery procedures you need to know.

These seamanship tips can help you enjoy the sandbar lifestyle.

When A PLB was mistakenly activated, it launched a rescue and delivered a humbling lesson.

An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.

Warm weather breeds bacteria in freshwater tanks, where they create mischief with filters and pumps. Here’s how to stop them.

Natural teak still endures, but cork, bio-based synthetics and changing owner priorities are reshaping what goes underfoot.