Whether you're a skilled sailor or a novice navigating the waters, exploring the world of boat sails enriches your maritime journey. Understanding diverse sail types, from the formidable mainsail to...
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Embarking on a maritime career as a yacht captain for hire is an exciting journey, but navigating the intricate waters of licensing requirements can be daunting. Understanding the steps and...
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Dodgers, Biminis, and soft tops provide protection from the elements and add to the overall aesthetics of the boat. This canvas work (whether a woven acrylic fabric or a vinyl...
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Understanding how vessels communicate via lights and day shapes helps minimize the chance of a collision at sea. You don’t need to remember each combination, but you should be familiar...
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If you want all your boat systems ready to go next spring, put in the work this fall. Your skis can sit in the closet all summer and be fine,...
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Gift giving is upon us again and you’re in luck if you have a boater on your list. Boaters love gadgets and gear, most of which is very practical and...
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Living aboard has a certain alure and it’s wonderful if you’re out cruising exotic anchorages in retirement while watching tropical sunsets. If you’re living aboard in a marina and still...
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Tucked in near the Inner Banks region of North Carolina, the small town of Oriental is big on boating. Located on the Intercoastal Waterway (ICW) at mile maker 182, Oriental...
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Autumn boating is some of the best of the year so whether you’re going fishing or cruising, there’s much to do in many parts of the country where the weather...
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There are dozens of kinds of motorboats on the water today with sub-segments in each major category and literally hundreds of brands and models. They differ by hull shape, deck...
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Seasickness – it’s possibly the number one reason why people shy away from boating. This unpleasant condition is basically motion sickness stemming from mixed signals sent to the brain by...
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An abandon ship kit, or a “ditch” bag, is sort of like insurance. You hope to never use it but if you need it, you’d better have a good one....
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You may have heard multihull enthusiasts say that a monohull is just a half of a boat. Monohullers, on the other hand, think catamarans are awkward and poor upwind performers....
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Avoiding a collision on the water is the first priority of any captain. Maritime collisions are so serious that a set of rules of the road was written to outline...
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There’s no faster way to identify yourself as a newbie boater than to lack the proper vocabulary. Boating requires a mastery of insider lingo and you need to know that...
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Myth or reality? Ancient mariners held beliefs and honored rituals which were designed to ensure a happy voyage. These superstitions were in fact a kind of religion that was carefully...
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Make sure your day of boating starts off on the right note with a successful launch of your craft at the ramp, a busy area that’s shared with others. Knowing...
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Anchoring is an important part of boating. Knowing how to "stick yourself to the ground" comes in handy when you want to fish in the morning, relax at the sandbar...
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There are many marine engines available in the market but they mostly fall into three categories: inboard, outboard and sterndrive or inboard/outboard. Inboard engines are inside the boat while outboards...
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“Green”, “sustainable”, “eco-friendly” – no matter what you call it, the push is on for boating that’s cleaner and more environmentally conscientious. Despite some marketing hype and “greenwashing”, there are...
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March 20 is the first day of spring when day and night are approximately the same length. That’s a sign that boating season is on the horizon with events that...
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An essential part of boating is understanding tides – what they are, how they work, where to get information on tidal status, and how it will impact your boating. Plan...
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Buying a boat is easier than you think once you understand the process and the resources that can help you along the way. Here are some tips for your journey...
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The long winter is coming to an end and with that, thoughts turn to boating and fishing. Although some parts of the country may still be shrouded in sketchy weather,...
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Nighttime on a boat can be magical. Everything, even familiar territory, takes on a new feel which can be strange but far from scary. In fact, boating at night not...
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If spending sunny days on the water has you thinking about buying a boat, you’re not alone. Many first-time boat buyers were birthed by the pandemic and the marine industry...
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