John Clarke

Anyone who spends time on the water benefits from Sea Grant’s work to enhance environmental stewardship and promote responsible use of marine resources.
In-Depth Focus

Proposed federal budget would eliminate Sea Grant program

In late March, President Trump proposed a budget that would slash the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s funding by 17 percent and eliminate several educational and research programs, if Congress approves.

Sabine Merz and Jurgen Kantner had spent many years living aboard and traveling the world. After surviving a Somali pirate attack in 2008, they were still eager to return to cruising.
In-Depth Focus

Cruising sailors’ second encounter with pirates ends tragically

A photo from a collection purchased at auction by Steve Raffield shows the 30-foot black smudge on the starboard side where fire may have weakened the hull.
In-Depth Focus

Did a fire on board sink the Titanic?

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Profiles

Do what you love

Wavertree at her South Street Seaport berth, pre-refit.
Profiles

The great ship Wavertree returns

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New Boats

Lost and found: John Steinbeck’s Western Flyer