Are You Prepared for a Man-Overboard?
May 12, 2022
You need to have a plan and then you must
practice, again and again and again
You need to have a plan and then you must
practice, again and again and again
Before casting off for the first fishing trip of the season, get these things in order
Safe boating is about more than following a line on your GPS. It also requires situational awareness
A soft grounding may be embarrassing, but it’s not the end of the world if you respond correctly
Freighters, ferries and tugs, oh my! Recreational boating in a bustling port can be a challenging undertaking, but highly rewarding, too
They are not light reading, but an occasional review of the Rules of the Road will keep you proficient
Understanding currents can save time and money, and help keep you safe
September and October offer some of the year’s best boating, with fewer crowds and seasonable weather
A wild ride reminds this captain how critical it is to be prepared for changing sea conditions
Travel in the wake of Capt. John Smith up this tranquil river in eastern Virginia.
A new whale-tracking map reveals where hazards overlap with key migration routes.
The New York builder debuts the 255 Annapolis and an updated 23 CC Chatham.
Tested in Newport, this electric outboard proves quick, clean and oh so quiet.
Built tough in aluminum, Jasper’s Defender 22 is a rugged pocket cruiser made for adventure.
The Wisconsin builder launches its first adventure-style cruiser.
Cast lines or cruise, this new center console does it all.
How copper kept the Royal Navy afloat amid war and shipworms.
How to properly maintain for your boat’s filters.
Howard Schafer’s art is an homage to Chesapeake Bay’s watermen and boats.
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