The Case That Changed My Thinking
November 15, 2019
A heartbreaking event on a river in Virginia taught this rescue swimmer a life-changing lesson about boating safety.
A heartbreaking event on a river in Virginia taught this rescue swimmer a life-changing lesson about boating safety.
Suspending a search is the worst part of being a Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer.
The actions you take in the moments after someone goes over the side of the boat can be life-altering. Here’s what to do first.
Self-reliance is one thing many boat owners embrace, but that ethos could get you into trouble, writes Mario Vittone.
Helicopter rescue swimmer Mario Vittone sheds some light on offshore survival training, and the importance of getting schooled on boating safety.
Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Mario Vittone says don’t leave the dock too fast; you might endanger the safety of crew.
Your VHF radio is one of the most important pieces of safety gear on your boat. The problem is that most people rarely turn theirs on.
I knew a North Carolina highway patrol officer who once told me, “I’ve never unbuckled a dead man.
Being a United States Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer may just be the best job in the world. Mario Vittone explains what it takes to make the cut.
Mario Vittone says boating with certain people can be a recipe for disaster, so choose your crew carefully.
It’s the smallest model in Viking’s convertible fleet, but it punches well above its weight.
The Antares 12 Coupe boasts three cabins for extended cruising capability
To catch more striped bass, fish live bait, work the structure, and wait for dark, because your best catches may be after sunset.
Meet the Revolutionary War-era whaleboat that helped the Culper Spy Ring outwit the British on Long Island Sound.
With thoughtful design and attention to detail, Scout’s 288 Dorado raises the bar for what a dayboat can be.
New rules reverse last year’s rate hikes, but economic fallout won’t be easily undone.
What We Learned About Safety From Lynette Hooker’s Disappearance
Ready to move beyond weekend boating, a New England couple discovers a cruiser designed to keep them on the water longer.
This Cornwall-built cruiser pairs classic lines with all-weather capability.
New technology makes it easier than ever to work (and homeschool) from on board.
