A timeline showing how navigation has changed since Soundings was founded six decades ago.
Marine propulsion has come a long way in 60 years. These are the engines that have helped shaped today’s powerboat experience.
A replica of a historic Oyster Bay shellfish dredge comes to life with the elbow grease of dedicated volunteers.
Jimmy Buffett’s lifestyle is said to have epitomized “island escapism.” The musician took quickly to the habit of hanging around boats, especially sailboats. But sailing was more than just a muse for his music; it was his way of life.
Launched in 1902, the Thomas W. Lawson, named for a copper baron in Boston, was the only seven-masted, steel-hulled schooner ever built.
On the Water: A Century of Iconic Maritime Photography from the Rosenfeld Collection
Once a Canadian anti-submarine and convoy escort during World War II’s Battle of the Atlantic, Christina O would become a private yacht and wedding destination for a number of internationally famous couples.
The tragic sinking of the steamboat Lexington on Long Island Sound in 1840 led to tougher standards for safety on steamboats
American treasure hunter John Brandon works as a salvor for Spanish ships that sunk in a 1715 hurricane off the coast of Florida.
A professional mariner prepares his Hans Christian 34 for this epic competition.
A new USCG-approved buoyancy aid offers saltwater anglers more comfort and mobility—but it’s built for calm, protected waters, not offshore runs.
This couple says their Grand Banks 46 Classic Good Enough turned out to be everything its name promised, and then some.
Chanticleer, a 108-foot Burger motoryacht, brings a remarkable slice of American yachting history to Watch Hill, Rhode Island.
Maritime artist Michael Keane was known for his use of color and fine detail, which imbued his works with a romantic atmosphere. In Reaching Cats, he captures the serenity of a summer day on the water in New England.
A well-designed solar system ensures your boat’s batteries stay charged and systems run without noisy generators or shore power. But installation can be complicated. Here’s what you need to know.
After his wife had a stroke that made their 50-foot trawler unusable, a husband commissioned a handicapped-accessible power cat. They took delivery in May 2021, and for the rest of the summer, with family and friends, they explored the waters near their house.
Maritime artist Jan Min creates dreamlike watercolor compositions
As boaters continue to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time for a cruise to Boston, where the nation’s history is just steps from the dock.
When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.
