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Seamanship

Cruising With Confidence

Pursuit owners who received a free Chapman School of Seamanship course with their boat say it has enhanced their enjoyment on the water

A Tribute to Tradition

Release Boatworks’ new 43 Gameboat is an homage to classic South Jersey sportfish designs.

Clearing the Waterways

Heather Lougheed, the new president of the BoatUS Foundation, says removing derelict vessels will be a priority.

Back to the Books

After a summer of unsafe boating practices, a winter of safety training would be welcomed.

Too Much of a Good Thing

The consequences of not adhering to the carrying capacity of your boat can be catastrophic.

Look Out for Number One

For safety’s sake, it’s critical to keep a lookout and stay keenly aware of the situation around your boat.

High-Seas Adventure

In this excerpt from his new memoir All Hands on Deck, Will Sofrin describes a challenging repair at sea aboard a replica 18th-century warship.

Collision Avoidance

You should know the official Rules of the Road, but if you don’t, at least live by the unofficial “rule of tonnage.”

Painting Michael Keane

Inspired by Catboats

Maritime artist Michael Keane was known for his use of color and fine detail, which imbued his works with a romantic atmosphere. In Reaching Cats, he captures the serenity of a summer day on the water in New England.

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Boat Solar Installation Guide

A well-designed solar system ensures your boat’s batteries stay charged and systems run without noisy generators or shore power. But installation can be complicated. Here’s what you need to know.

A short white motored catamaran on the water on an overcast day.

A Boat for Anne

After his wife had a stroke that made their 50-foot trawler unusable, a husband commissioned a handicapped-accessible power cat. They took delivery in May 2021, and for the rest of the summer, with family and friends, they explored the waters near their house.

Constitution Marina, which accommodates nearly 300 boats, is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of sites such as the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall .

Make Fast in Boston 

As boaters continue to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time for a cruise to Boston, where the nation’s history is just steps from the dock.

An enclosed motorboat cruising through the water in profile.

The All-Weather Targa 41

When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the  solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.

Illustration by Jim Ewing

Classic Boats: Tiara 3100

This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.

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