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Cuttyhunk harbor

What To Do In Cuttyhunk

Cuttyhunk and its neighbor Penikese are quiet cruising destinations in the Elizabeth Islands.

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His bark and his bite were equally friendly

Editor’s note: Bob Grieser was a legendary photographer, a frequent Soundings contributor and an all-around colorful character who was well-known in the boating community. “Bobby

Flotsam & jetsam: Let there be light

Of the dozen historic lightships that remain, WLV-612 is one of the more notable. Built in 1950, she spent nearly 20 years stationed off California’s

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.

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