Seamanship is a lifelong educational experience. Start with the basics and build from there
After running the Great Loop with her husband and two children, Alison Major was inspired to help others do it too.
Delivering clear messages can be challening on a recreational boat with a relaxed atmosphere.
From clever puns to heartfelt tributes, a boat’s name tells the world a little about the owner.
When a young boater saw two people in the water, he did what the pros teach never to do.
The fishery makes a comeback following an ambitious river restoration.
A sloppy wake is more than annoying; it’s dangerous too.
How to dock like a pro in tight marinas and tough conditions.
All available distress signals should be used to make yourself bigger and brighter.
This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.
A 1985 Groverbuilt 28 rocks a new look following a thoughtful restoration.
What many of us cherish most about time on the water are the people with whom we share it.
Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure
Before water skiing, aquaplanes skimmed across lakes and bays nationwide, launching one of America’s earliest boating crazes.
With the boating season in full swing, our editors make the case for visiting their local waters.
With Chris DiMillo at the helm of Hunt Yachts, this classic brand is good hands.
Willard Bond used bold color to emphasize the power and energy of a yacht race.
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
