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Print Magazine December 2008

Hinckley spruces up its Picnic Boat

Company already has orders for the 36-foot day cruiser, remodeled for the first time since 1994 Say goodbye to the Hinckley Picnic Boat — at

New dry-dock storage to float boats on air

Computer dry-dock storage has just been taken to the next level by Solamar CEO, engineer and entrepreneur Richard Lydle, whose innovative Aero-Docks technology moves boats

Small boats enjoy a big day on the Bay

The small-boat faithful gathered at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum for the Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival — three days in October of workshops, races and

School sails into new york harbor

It started out as an ambitious idea to get more kids out on the water. But after five years of fund-raising regattas, Operation Optimist sail

Fire leaves boatyard, schooner in ruins

At 6:30 a.m. Aug. 12, John Steele got the call no businessman wants to answer. The president of Covey Island Boatworks in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia,

Disney film: the evolution of a crew

They were stuck with each other for 11 days on a 52-foot boat that lacked all creature comforts. They couldn’t call 911 when something went

Charter boat murder trials come to a head

The alleged ringmaster of a quadruple murder aboard a Miami Beach chartered sportfishing yacht was sentenced to five consecutive life terms while his partner was

Lessons learned from capsize, conviction

There were many problems aboard the Canadian commercial fishing vessel Melina and Keith II that led to its capsizing Sept. 12, 2005 off Newfoundland, according

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.

Constitution Marina, which accommodates nearly 300 boats, is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of sites such as the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall .

Make Fast in Boston 

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.

An enclosed motorboat cruising through the water in profile.

The All-Weather Targa 41

When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the  solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.

Illustration by Jim Ewing

Classic Boats: Tiara 3100

This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.

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