How the Aquaplane Swept America’s Waterways
June 26, 2026
Before water skiing, aquaplanes skimmed across lakes and bays nationwide, launching one of America’s earliest boating crazes.
Before water skiing, aquaplanes skimmed across lakes and bays nationwide, launching one of America’s earliest boating crazes.
A look back at a time when sailing ships were still used to transport bulk cargo across oceans, sometimes at the peril of crews.
Brooklin, Maine, has wooden boatbuilding in its veins. It’s home to the WoodenBoat School, which, since 1981, has taught more than 20,000 people about the
The vessel was located in 1,280 feet of water off the coast of Canada, where it sank in 1962
Construction workers unearthed a 19th-century boat while digging a trench. Now, the historical find is being preserved.
American treasure hunter John Brandon works as a salvor for Spanish ships that sunk in a 1715 hurricane off the coast of Florida.
After years of cruising down the ICW and wintering throughout Florida, these snowbirds keep coming back to Fernandina Beach and the surrounding area of Amelia Island
A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.
The unassuming flatfish is a remarkable hunter that anglers obsess over.
Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.
A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.
Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.
Don’t miss these new models arriving at boat shows this season.
The Formula 387CCF’s upper station adds a new perspective for anglers, but it’s the boat’s ride and versatile design that steal the show.
Yes, the waterfront experience in Newport has evolved in the age of megayachts, but this little city still has a lot of sailing in its heart.
The crisp, cool days of fall bring boat shows, breezy sailing, angler fishing and peaceful anchorage.
Warm weather breeds bacteria in freshwater tanks, where they create mischief with filters and pumps. Here’s how to stop them.
