Douglas M. Wartelle
Happiness is in the Sole
Appropriate footwear for boating, and for pre- and post-boating activities, is not a one-shoe job.
A Home Like No Other
Is the liveaboard life in your future? There’s a lot to consider before taking the plunge.
Adventures in Fog Navigation
When fog sets in, these 11 tips can help you at the helm.
Troubled Waters: Washington's Deception Pass
Navigating the Pacific Northwest’s Deception Pass is a challenge, even for experienced skippers.
Mr. Seagull, It's Time to Go
This simple method has kept my boat free from seagull attacks for nearly five years.
Bottom Kisser: A Seaman's Tale
A boat by any other name will still hit the bottom if you’re not paying attention at the helm.
Tempting Fate: Hell’s Half Acre
Lessons learned from a treacherous triangle of water in the Pacific Northwest