
Trawlerfest Baltimore 2025
Trawlerfest is Passagemaker’s stand-alone series of boat shows designed for cruising enthusiasts.

Trawlerfest is Passagemaker’s stand-alone series of boat shows designed for cruising enthusiasts.

Watchkeeping is an underappreciated skill that should always be part of operating the boat.

Relinquishing the navigational duties while on longer passages benefits everyone on board.


Practicing safety drills for a range of emergencies will let you tap into a mental playbook on how best to react.

The risks are numerous when single-handing a medium- to large-size cruising boat.

Many options are available to obtain the state of charge on a boat’s battery banks.

DMS Holland’s MagnusMaster System doesn’t use Active-Fin or Gyro Stabilization. Instead, it works with the Magnus Effect.



The big puma from a powercat pioneer

We walk you through hull number 3, one of the first in the states.

The three-stateroom model is a sophisticated and stylish little ship.

Essential Boat Pre-Departure Checklist for Cruisers

Power, Precision and Elegance

On every used boat, treasures await. They’re usually wrapped in mystery, possibly alongside a pink thong.

Night navigation can be an enjoyable, safe experience, and a way to gain confidence and competence.

The Dutch builder delivered its largest-ever boat earlier this year.

Smart maintenance can head off air-conditioner problems before a boat loses its cool.

Come join us at Trawlerfest in sunny Ft. Lauderdale, Florida at the Bahia Mar Hotel & Marina from February 24-28th, 2026. This is the premiere