Seamanship

Appropriate footwear for boating, and for pre- and post-boating activities, is not a one-shoe job.

Awareness and communication—paired with knowledge of navigation rules—are the keys to avoiding collisions.

Is the liveaboard life in your future? There’s a lot to consider before taking the plunge.

When fog sets in, these 11 tips can help you at the helm.

Crossing a bar safely requires careful planning and good seamanship. A little local knowledge helps, too.

Here's how to instill confidence and ensure safety aboard when the skies turn black.

Here’s what it really takes to prepare for a long-distance offshore cruise.

Navigating the Pacific Northwest’s Deception Pass is a challenge, even for experienced skippers.

Need to press onward despite limited visibility? Here's what you need to know.

Let's take a deeper dive into the science of not going anywhere.

There's more to "dropping a hook" than simply tossing your anchor overboard.

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

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

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

Here's what to do when your dinghy becomes the tow boat.

Follow these essential seamanship best practices when cruising past sundown.

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.

When Electronics Go Dark, We Go Old-School

Captain Safe After Being Tossed from Flybridge at Boynton Inlet in Florida

Basic Solutions to Challenges That Cruisers Face Every Day

Here's how to prepare yourself for whatever Mother Nature might throw in your way.