
Anatomy of the Amesbury Skiff
The Amesbury Skiff descends from a design that shaped New England working boats for 200 years

The Amesbury Skiff descends from a design that shaped New England working boats for 200 years

Boat propulsion often starts life as a terrestrial engine. Giving it sea legs is more complex than you might think

Artist Nancy Tankersley captures scenes of busy watermen in the Chesapeake.

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.

Before water skiing, aquaplanes skimmed across lakes and bays nationwide, launching one of America’s earliest boating crazes.

Chanticleer, a 108-foot Burger motoryacht, brings a remarkable slice of American yachting history to Watch Hill, Rhode Island.

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.

Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure

With Chris DiMillo at the helm of Hunt Yachts, this classic brand is good hands.

These seamanship tips can help you enjoy the sandbar lifestyle.

When A PLB was mistakenly activated, it launched a rescue and delivered a humbling lesson.

Smart maintenance can keep your ground tackle ready for calm nights or sudden blows.

Failure to check an engine gauge turned into a humbling lesson complacency at the helm.

To navigate a bridge safely, know the rules and
proceed with caution.

Medical emergencies can unfold quickly on the water. Here’s how to protect your crew before help is within reach.

Trailering a boat across state lines requires thorough research, planning and prep

A bucket-list fishery, the Delta delivers some of the best redfish action on the planet.

Are you strong enough to survive 13 hours in the water? That’s exactly what the writer did when he chaperoned an ocean survival course.

This Maine-based school was founded to help people find peace and purpose through boatbuilding.

To select the right solar-charging system, consider your power needs, budget and boat’s design.