Lessons From a False Alarm at Sea
April 7, 2026
When A PLB was mistakenly activated, it launched a rescue and delivered a humbling lesson.
When A PLB was mistakenly activated, it launched a rescue and delivered a humbling lesson.
Medical emergencies can unfold quickly on the water. Here’s how to protect your crew before help is within reach.
It’s a charter captain’s job to keep you safe, but it’s your responsibility to make sure he knows how to do that.
The USCG is updating standards for recreational and commercial boaters. Here’s how the changes impact you.
The USCG requires the minimum, so augment its list.
Crew rest is important. That is why taking the night watch can be a good thing.
The pros use them to prevent boating mishaps, and you should too.
The sea is no place for absolutes about everything, which is why the safety community’s mantra about PFDs should be modified.
The decorated former Coast Guard rescue swimmer will once again share his knowledge through his Lifelines: Safety and Rescue at Sea column
We’re bringing you an interesting mix of stories that represent the best of what the boating lifestyle can be.
Maritime artist Neal Hughes depicts the historic Stephen Taber under sail in Camden, Maine.
Instead of selling his company, Grady-White’s Eddie Smith created a purpose trust to ensure the brand and the culture always remain the same
Modern technology lets researchers create ‘digital twins’ of wrecks tied to explorers Ernest Shackleton and Robert Falcon Scott in mere days.
Remote monitoring systems can take the worry out of storing your boat during the cold winter months.
The plywood Cruis-Along provided a practical platform for middle-class boaters during the post-World War II era.
The Hood 42 LM has classic downeast lines and shimmering varnish, along with modern technology for easier operation.
The history of Yankee and the art of living aboard.
The father and son behind Mag Bay Yachts are on a mission to craft the finest sportfishing boats ever made.
An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.
