Colleen Mason
Boating Books Review: Herreshoff Illustrated
During its 67 years in operation, Herreshoff Manufacturing Co. built some 2,000 vessels — yachts and racers, one designs and daysailers, steam cruisers and motor launches. Herreshoff: American Masterpieces celebrates the legacy and longevity of these creations — more than 400 exist today.
Floatsam & Jetsam: Satisfy your Wanderlust
Wanderbird is a 90-foot former North Sea fishing trawler that has been converted into a long-range expedition vessel. She was built by the De Haas shipyard in Maassluis, Holland, and worked as a beam trawler from her launch in 1963 until 1990.
Boating books review: A man of the sea
In the summer of 1898, Joshua Slocum made landfall in New England after completing the world’s first solo circumnavigation.
Boating books review: A man of the sea
In the summer of 1898, Joshua Slocum made landfall in New England after completing the world’s first solo circumnavigation.
Boating books review: Navigating by the stars
Traditional navigation skills are a hallmark of prudent seamanship, and they can be lifesaving when you’re at sea.
Boating books review: Johnny is missing
On July 24, 2013, lobsterman John Aldridge fell overboard 40 miles off Long Island, New York, as his fishing partner aboard Anna Mary, Anthony Sosinski, slept below.
Boating books review: Great Lakes under siege
The Great Lakes are the largest source of fresh surface water in the world, providing food, work and recreation for millions. Yet they are under threat, and their problems are worsening.