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Always smiling and possibly the nicest guy in the marine industry, photographer Billy Black’s wildly detailed and vivid boating images seemingly jump off the paper they’re printed on. This video includes some of our favorite shots from Black’s extensive image library. WATCH.

Today the world’s oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat, USS Constitution has lots of surprises hiding in her sturdy old bones. One fact is that only 10 to 15 percent of those bones are original. Find out more of her secrets by watching this video. WATCH

Some of the coldest temperatures of the season are expected to push through the Eastern United States over the next few days. Is your boat ready? WATCH

For more than 100 years, Baltimore Harbor Light has safely guided vessels to the Port of Baltimore. What most folks don’t know is that the Chesapeake Bay lighthouse has a nuclear-powered past. WATCH.

As the globe heats up and sea levels rise, scientists and residents are coming to grips with evidence that Deal Island, Maryland, is sinking into Chesapeake Bay. WATCH.

The Warrior Sailing Program provides no-cost sailing lessons to wounded service members. Watch as veterans —many with missing limbs — master sailing and learn how to leave their post-war struggles ashore. WATCH

Securing your boat is an essential line of defense when foul weather is expected, and we have some tips to get you started. WATCH.

Watch as United States Coast Guard recruits at Training Center Cape May train to be “always ready,” enduring difficult mental and physical challenges along the way. If they can handle it, recruits graduate and join the fleet. WATCH

Lord Nelson Victory Tugs have a classic design with salty lines. The company built 86 of the rugged-looking but graceful boats before ceasing production in 1989. Today a vibrant owners’ association celebrates the hulls that remain. WATCH