Risky voyage spurred by ethics and principles The paperback version of journalist John Vigor’s “Small Boat to Freedom: A Journey of Conscience to a New
Four years on the Great Loop For boaters with dreams of coastal and inland cruising, Bruce and Susan Armstrong have authored “Coming Full Circle: A
An adventure tale of a rogue captain Maryland-based author Alfred Picardi’s novel “Jack’s Favorite: Adventures of a Colonial Smuggler” tells a tale of midnight backwater
Powerboating … on steroids Even casual cruisers will appreciate Hugo Montgomery-Swan’s collection of tales from more than a dozen top professional mariners and powerboat racers
Venerable guide to a winter playground The “Yachtsman’s Guide to the Bahamas,” first published in 1950, has been updated for the 2011 season. Published by
Practical advice from an authority Seasoned sailors with wind still in their sails might consider the self-published non-fiction “Sailing Out of Retirement: Living the Dream,”
Sailing into danger in Cuban waters Dave Schaefer, a cruising sailor and writer with an affinity for Cuba, has penned a fictional action thriller with
A new spin on an old tale Theodore Dreiser (1871-1945) is one of the giants of 20th century American literature, best known for his novels
‘Ghost fleet’ chronicled Cruisers familiar with Chesapeake Bay know of the fleet well – the deteriorating “ghost fleet” of mothballed German steamships in the backwaters
Seize the day – and days ahead “Beating the Blowfish” (Sheridan House, 2010, $19.95) is an autobiography by Emma Pontin, a young Londoner who rides
To extend the boating season, add a heater for a cozy cabin.
A husband-and-wife team remake a 1984 model with gumption, good help and a desire to get back on the water.
An avid tuna fisherman builds his dream boat with expertise from a Rhode Island custom builder.
About 15,000 Lyman wooden boats still exist. People who know what they are clamor to preserve them, along with the yard’s legacy
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.
Weathering generational change, one boating family keeps steam power alive and well.
Former sailors from Rhode Island make the transition to power with this adventure-ready trawler.
This centenarian sees little reason to slow her routine of working the waters in Maine alongside her son.
Seasoned boaters embrace this Downeast design after years aboard sailboats in Maine.
The most rewarding moments on the water often start with a leap of faith.
