Peter Ralston: Inspired by Maine
Peter Ralston has spent the past four decades photographing Maine’s coast.
Peter Ralston has spent the past four decades photographing Maine’s coast.
Beals Island has been home base for builders whose designs inspire today’s fiberglass lobster boats.
New technology like trolling motors and Power-Poles make it easier than ever to lock a boat in position without a traditional anchor, and that’s good news for bottom fishermen
An experienced cruising couple share their favorite out-of-the-way stops along the ICW.
The Wheeler family owns two of the last trap companies in Rhode Island, one of the oldest methods of commercial fishing in New England, with origins dating back to Native Americans.
This 27-footer showcases the craftsmanship that defined the yard for decades.
With realism and insight, the artist explores the final chapter of a famed 1812 schooner.
The builder’s new design offers the same thrilling performance, now with a fresh focus on cruising.
The next generation of Beneteau’s Grand Trawler series is a worthy
successor to the 62.
A Midwestern couple with an empty nest finds the perfect cruising boat, a Chris-Craft 35 Commander, for cruising the Great Lakes
Seamanship is a lifelong educational experience. Start with the basics and build from there
After running the Great Loop with her husband and two children, Alison Major was inspired to help others do it too.
Delivering clear messages can be challening on a recreational boat with a relaxed atmosphere.
From clever puns to heartfelt tributes, a boat’s name tells the world a little about the owner.
The more you do to prevent winter problems, the less you’ll have to do in the spring to go boating
Tested in Newport, this electric outboard proves quick, clean and oh so quiet.
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