New sludge vessel joins NYC fleet The New York City Department of Environmental Protection has added the sludge vessel Red Hook to its collection of waste-transport ships. Built in Brownsville, Texas, the vessel measures more than 350 feet in length and about 53 feet in beam. Red Hook carries eight storage tanks with a combined … Read more

Chumming is the practice of tossing cut bait, ground bait or scented liquids into the water to draw game fish toward your boat. Though often dismissed as an unsporting shortcut, chumming is a highly effective tactic that, like any method, rewards knowledge and discipline. Done correctly, it can produce fast, thrilling bites; done poorly, it … Read more

Midsize Center Console Boats Available This Year Below is a curated selection of midsize center console boats currently offered by well-known manufacturers. These models cover a range of uses—from inshore bay work and family cruising to serious offshore fishing—featuring efficient hulls, comfortable layouts, and a range of power options. Each entry includes the key specifications … Read more

Keeping your boat’s batteries charged while away from the dock is easier than ever thanks to solar charging systems. Whether your goal is to run the refrigerator, shorten generator runtime, or keep batteries topped off at a mooring, a well-designed marine solar setup is often the best solution. Choosing the right system means balancing energy … Read more

Catboats on the Sound — Peter Arguimbau Two catboats glide before a gentle afternoon zephyr, heading home at the close of a day’s sail. In Peter Arguimbau’s 20-by-30 oil painting, there is a delicate luminosity: a soft, diffused light and a subtle sense of motion that unifies sea, sky and craft. The composition is deceptively … Read more

In man overboard (MOB) situations, every second counts. Rapid notification and an immediate, coordinated response dramatically increase the chances of a safe recovery. Wireless man overboard systems are designed to alert the crew the instant someone falls into the water and, in many cases, can trigger engine shutdown to prevent the boat from drifting away … Read more

North Pacific 59/590 (NP59) — A Sturdy, Comfortable Flagship for Serious Cruising The North Pacific 59/590, often referred to as the NP59, serves as the flagship of North Pacific’s lineup and is engineered for committed cruisers and liveaboard owners. Built to meet CE Class A stability standards, the NP59 is designed to provide confidence and … Read more

Maximizing Your Chances of Nighttime Rescue: Lessons from a Coast Guard Operation A Coast Guard aircraft commander explains how to increase your odds of being found and rescued during a nighttime maritime emergency. Shortly after midnight on April 17, five crewmembers aboard the 58-foot commercial fishing vessel Seafarer were forced to abandon ship. They transferred … Read more

When I served in the U.S. Coast Guard I learned to be precise with safety guidance, and that is why the commonly repeated slogan “Always wear your life jacket” frustrates me. Wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) is usually good advice, but the word “always” masks nuance and can make the guidance feel meaningless. When … Read more

Selby Bay Yacht Club Cruises for Children The members of Selby Bay Yacht Club generously donated their time and vessels this summer to host families and children for cruises in the Baltimore Inner Harbor. The annual “Cruise for Kids” program gives club members an opportunity to reach into the community and offer boating experiences for … Read more