News Notes – New England July 2010
June 30, 2010
Soundings writer speaks on Cuban cruising travels Soundings contributing writer and Cuba expert Peter Swanson will speak June 11 at CubaCon 2010, a Cuban art
Soundings writer speaks on Cuban cruising travels Soundings contributing writer and Cuba expert Peter Swanson will speak June 11 at CubaCon 2010, a Cuban art
At one point during the new Spring Boat Show in Essex, Conn., Jim Eastland wondered if launching a new show in a down economy was
A crowd of more than 350 – including invited guests, staff, crew and members of the boatbuilding and local communities – gathered May 15 for
Captain Richard McKenna Capt. Richard McKenna has been boating and fishing as long as he can remember. “When I was 7, Santa brought us a
The ship’s wheel Bob Fuller shows off is a thing of beauty. Wonderfully curved and shaped pieces of teak, carefully joined and enhanced with inlays
Nine-year-old Jack McCluskey, from Palm Beach, Fla., has become the youngest angler ever to achieve the Billfish Royal Slam. McCluskey gained the title April 16
The early spring appearance of red tide in Maine shows possible danger signs this summer for the shellfish industry. “We’re actually seeing an early start,”
Fourth edition of this north-of-the-border exhibition will feature Maritime styling and local builders Workboats and pleasure boats will once again meet July 23-25 at the
Jane Mansfield, known for years as “the voice” of Block Island Race Week, died March 8 from an extended illness in Punta Gorda, Fla. She
THE CODFATHER– If you doubt the impact Tom Osmers had on the Martha’s Vineyard community, just look to his nickname: The Codfather. Osmers was a
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.
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.
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.
Maritime artist Jan Min creates dreamlike watercolor compositions
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.
When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.
This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.
A 1985 Groverbuilt 28 rocks a new look following a thoughtful restoration.
What many of us cherish most about time on the water are the people with whom we share it.
Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure.
