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People and Places

Flotsam & Jetsam: Supernova

Germania Nova is a reproduction of the 1908 schooner Germania, designed by Max Oertz. Built of steel in 2011 by Factoria Naval De Marin in Pontevedra, Spain, she is 196 feet with a beam of 26 feet and draws 18 feet.

A Pretty Ditty

The Windjammer Elite sea bag from Morris & Barth Ship Canvas has an oil-tanned leather bottom, a matching leather center band and heavy-duty canvas construction.

Well-deserved Kudos

Dawn Riley, the first woman to compete in both the America’s Cup and the Whitbread Round the World Race, is this year’s recipient of Mystic Seaport’s America and the Sea Award.

Pride of Baltimore II

Pride of Baltimore II remains one of the world’s most revered tall ships, delighting crowds wherever she sails.

Home Of The Blitz

The oldest lighthouse in New York and the fourth-oldest active beacon in the United States, Montauk Point Lighthouse was authorized by the second U.S. Congress, under President Washington, in 1792.

And The Winner Is …

US Sailing named J/70 world champion Peter Duncan and Laser gold medalist Erika Reineke Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the year.

Billions and Billions

A partnership among environmental and conservation organizations, state governments, oyster farmers and educational groups is aiming to increase the oyster population in Chesapeake Bay to 10 billion by 2025.

John Brice

When we were cruising in the Pacific Northwest near the Broughton Archipelago, we saw a large pod of around 50 of killer whales.

Courtesy Boston Whaler

Fish Hard Cruise Easy

Design teams are rethinking everything from hull forms to seating plans as anglers demand boats that can run offshore, hit the sandbar and keep the whole family comfortable.

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Tashmoo Skiffs Return

A Florida builder revives the classic Vineyard design, blending original molds with modern materials.

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