Bob Arrington
Off the Charts: Pro Advice for Venturing Offshore
Here’s what it really takes to prepare for a long-distance offshore cruise.
Big-Boat Docking: Tools and Techniques
If you address the dual challenges of communication and sightlines, docking becomes a whole lot easier.
Boat Handling Tips for Mooring Ball Mastery
Safely picking up a mooring will put you in the heart of harbor scenes that only boaters can enjoy.
Point-to-Point: Touring Southeast Asia on a North Pacific 49
An adventurous cruiser encounters the delights of Southeast Asia on a North Pacific 49 Pilothouse.
Doing Versus Learning
Just because you’re out boating doesn’t mean you’re improving your skills on things like docking.
Settle Down, Skipper
If you're having trouble with docking skills, the problem may be anxiety.
Understanding DSC and MMSI
What you need to know about the latest in marine VHF radio technology.
Share the Helm: An Introduction to Couples Cruising
A partner who doesn’t know enough about boating isn’t going to enjoy boating with you.
Inlet Navigation Safety Tips
Inlets can be tricky. Here's some expert advice to help you avoid a harrowing tale.
The Late Late Show
Follow these essential seamanship best practices when cruising past sundown.
Survival At Sea
Forget what you've seen in the movies. Surviving a crisis at sea happens because of preparation, the right gear, seamanship skills and a good attitude.
Digital Aids Simplify ICW Navigation
New Info Includes Corps of Engineers Dredging Reports
How to Maneuver Your Boat in Close Quarters
The expertise you employ maneuvering in close quarters has as much to do with skill as it does with proper planning.
Kick-Start: Breathing New Life into Northern Marine
Bob Arrington explores one man's search for the perfect boat and the pursuit of a boat building dream.
Avoiding Engine Room Disaster
A little training and some quick thinking save a couples long weekend.
Home Sweet Home(school)
How an artist and mother found herself schooling two children and managing family life aboard a classic cruiser.
The Need For Less Speed: Storm Drogues And Sea Anchors
Storm drogues and sea anchors can vastly improve your comfort level at sea. Often confused as the same piece of equipment, a speed-limiting storm drogue and a sea anchor serve two very different purposes.