A look back at King Cod
May 30, 2013
Travel back to the early days of commercial fishing in New England, when schooners plied the banks, and cod and other species were plentiful beyond
Travel back to the early days of commercial fishing in New England, when schooners plied the banks, and cod and other species were plentiful beyond
R.J. Boyle specializes in catching broadbill swordfish in the Gulf Stream during the day It takes a long time for bait to reach the bottom
Soundings at 50 – Celebrating a half-century of boating I had fun perusing the first issue of Soundings, which included the ads you see here.
The sport of catching groundfish dates back more than 200 years. George Washington is said to have made a successful excursion off New Hampshire to
• The largest cod ever recorded weighed 211.25 pounds and was caught on a longline off Massachusetts in May 1895. • On July 22, 1873,
Soundings at 50 – Celebrating a half-century of boating In 1937, William L. Shirer was a down-on-his luck newspaper reporter in Berlin, Germany. He had
Inch by inch, the long orange rudder moves toward the water. There’s no wind to speak of, which is rare in early March in the
These experts agree that the best boats start with a comfortable, dry ride and plenty of storage The “perfect” fishing boat is somewhat of an
Famous partners abound in popular memory. F. Scott had Zelda, Amos had Andy. Huntley had Brinkley. It was no secret to most that in the
Don’t tell Sandy Stoddard there are no guardian angels because he’s pretty sure it was an angel that saved him and his four crewmen when
This couple says their Grand Banks 46 Classic Good Enough turned out to be everything its name promised, and then some.
Chanticleer, a 108-foot Burger motoryacht, brings a remarkable slice of American yachting history to Watch Hill, Rhode Island.
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.
