
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning
Know the signs of drowning before getting out on the water this summer.

Know the signs of drowning before getting out on the water this summer.

Most of what you know about hypothermia and cold- water immersion is likely incorrect. Mario Vittone separates fact from fiction in his latest Lifelines column.

Discounts will make it a good time to buy backup electronics for your boat, or for the boater in your life. It could save your life, or theirs.


Keeping all of your charts accurate is a simple matter of knowing how to read and use the U.S. Coast Guard’s Local Notice to Mariners.

Every boat owner should recognize the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it.

Mario Vittone encourages every boat owner to learn how to use a life raft, before they really need it.

A heartbreaking event on a river in Virginia taught this rescue swimmer a life-changing lesson about boating safety.

Suspending a search is the worst part of being a Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer.

The actions you take in the moments after someone goes over the side of the boat can be life-altering. Here’s what to do first.

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.

To select the right solar-charging system, consider your power needs, budget and boat’s design.

Your old engine is costing you more than you think. Here’s what you need to know before you pull the trigger on new iron.

From top-rated marinas to historic streets and legendary offshore fishing tournaments, this New Jersey port delivers the right mix of cruising comfort and adventure.

Catch problems early and spend more time on the water, not at the dock.

The muse for photographer Benjamin Williamson is Downeast.

Teak is fantastic for strength and durability, but when it’s used on decks it needs routine care.

These seamanship tips can help you enjoy the sandbar lifestyle.

Pirate radio stations broadcasting from ships forced the BBC to give music fans what they wanted.

A century-old Long Island Sound lighthouse offers local students unforgettable lessons on the water.