
Survival Gear Savvy
It’s smart to keep an eye on the boat’s emergency equipment, even between scheduled service intervals.

It’s smart to keep an eye on the boat’s emergency equipment, even between scheduled service intervals.

In an emergency, a properly maintained, easy-to-launch life raft can make all the difference.

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Of course you should wear a life jacket, but it’s not as simple as just saying “always.”

More people (newbies included) may be hitting the water this weekend than ever before. Here’s how to stay safe while having fun out there.

A possible naval training explosive was found on a Florida beach on Sunday.

Hear how one man spent 17 hours fighting for his life after his kayak capsized in Long Island Sound.


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

What needs to be reported, when to report it and how to file.

Feeling queasy on the water happens to all of us. Here’s how to identify the early signs and counter them.

Conversations with the legendary lensman Onne van der Wal.

Nathan and Lindsay of the 71 Percent—the can’t stop, won’t stop power cruisers—completed a “wrong way” crossing of the Pacific Ocean.

An adventure aboard a 90-year-old ship brings the past to life.

A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.

A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.

AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.

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If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.

A loft-like open layout and a choice of power-train options let buyers choose their own adventure.