If your vessel has an EPIRB, you’re not alone in an emergency. Distress signals can be received and acted upon within minutes, typically taking less than an hour for your position to be known to within 3 miles. That’s almost a miracle for a $500 purchase.
I’m an Exumas addict. When fall days become a little too cold to get wet here on New York’s eastern Long Island, my mind starts conjuring Bahamian turquoise, and I’m ready to head south.
As boaters, we can stay out of harm’s way by gaining a better understanding of commercial ships.
Being a crack sailor or having great boat-handling abilities alone is not enough when it comes to being a “right stuff” captain.
Many of us don’t cruise in large trawlers with stabilizers, vast stowage lockers and workshops, yet we do cruise with provisions, spare parts, gear, tools and consumables.
We all think we know what teamwork is, especially in sports or at work. But on board? Why do some crews work like efficient, well-oiled machines, while others succumb to sullen moods, yelling and frustration?
I could pretend I’m not old enough to remember Loran-A or tuning in the beeps of those eerie radio direction finder bearings. I might even
Greenport has always catered to mariners. The village, between New York City and New England on the easterly tip of Long Island’s North Fork, is casual and history-filled. It has stores and services within walking distance of the water, plus a fresh local food scene along the working and recreational harbor.
The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway stretches from Norfolk, Virginia, to Key West, Florida. Man-made canals link inland sounds and rivers for a sheltered “inside” route. Aside
The story of the 1937 Alden cutter Zaida III is one of patriotic service to her country. It’s also one of quality construction, longevity and
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.
Marine Travelift has been changing how yards, boatbuilders and marinas get things done for almost 70 years
Jeff Northrop helped reshape inshore angling when he introduced flats boats to the region.
J Craft’s swift speedboat, the Torpedo RS, embarks on a maiden voyage from Sweden to France.
Repainting is not always a simple procedure. Boat owners need to be decisive to get the best finish.
Two rocket scientists bring a space-age approach to desalination and water filtration.
