seamanship

Maintaining a proper lookout is a large responsibility even on a clear, sunny day, but the night watch presents additional challenges.

A boat by any other name will still hit the bottom if you’re not paying attention at the helm.

Sea Tow captains aided more than 60,000 people this summer.

After heading out in calm conditions, Washington man encounters 8-10 footers and an accident scene; commences rescue efforts.

To navigate a bridge safely, do your homework and proceed with caution.

Important tips to help you protect your boat during hurricanes and other major storms.

Talking hurricanes, weather apps and safety tips with marine weather expert Chris Parker.

As storms intensify, flood zones change and the pandemic rages, experts urge new thinking about preparedness.

Electronics guru Ben Stein talks tech trends and reveals the perfect electronics package for long-range cruising.

NOAA is scheduling the end of paper-chart production. It’s a bad plan for recreational boaters.

In the midst of a pandemic, I've been planning my next waterborne endeavors. Haven't you?

New displays engineered with speed, responsiveness and future expansion in mind.

Boating fatalities down from 2018. Alcohol remains leading factor.

Multiple climate factors suggest that above-normal activity is likely.

As with life, cruising doesn’t always work to schedule.

A partner who doesn’t know enough about boating isn’t going to enjoy boating with you.

These fundamental navigation tips may help get you home when things go kablooey.

Tampa Bay pilot Carolyn Kurtz has navigated more than a few challenges in the maritime world.

National Weather Service considers re-designating Small Craft Advisory as Small Craft Warning.

Lessons learned from a treacherous triangle of water in the Pacific Northwest

Inlets can be tricky. Here's some expert advice to help you avoid a harrowing tale.

It’s not just your mooring lines that require attention. It’s also what you tie them to at the dock.

Making good decisions at sea is about much more than going with your gut.

New Wave Measuring Technology Confirms Old Sea Stories