Meeting new boaters was a particular highlight of cruising this summer, along with listening to their animated commentaries about the...
There’s a whimsical question that boaters ask each other in spring while working on the list of vessel chores: “Where...
For many cruisers, self-reliance is a mantra that applies to system repairs, food supplies and health care. If you ain’t...
“Have you ever been in a storm? Fallen overboard? Gone aground? Wrecked your boat?” It’s inevitable—every time a group of...
Essential Gear List (Above and beyond the standard fuel and safety equipment for a small boat) • Two handheld radios...
No doubt you’ve seen the slogan popularized on t-shirts and wheelhouse coffee mugs: “A collision at sea can ruin your...






