Jay Fleming: Chesapeake Bay Photographer Capturing Watermen, Boats and Wild Places On any given day, Chesapeake Bay photographer Jay Fleming can be found slogging through mosquito-rich marshes, paddling among workboats or plunging into a net full of fish to get the images he needs. Always willing to go the extra mile, Fleming’s photography opens a … Read more

On a seemingly ordinary August day in 2015, John Waldman stood at the edge of Hempstead Harbor on Long Island’s north shore and noticed something unusual in the water. Instead of the familiar blue of Long Island Sound, the surface was broken by a silver flash: menhaden, commonly called bunker, packed in dense schools. “There … Read more

Essential Navigation and Cruising Apps Every Boater Should Know After 30 years of cruising, I’ve found that well-designed apps make navigation safer, more efficient and often more enjoyable. From route planning and chart overlays to tide tables and customs clearance, modern apps reduce uncertainty and let you focus on the voyage. Below I summarize the … Read more

Benjamin Mendlowitz — Photo Details and Technical Notes Photo by Benjamin Mendlowitz This photograph by Benjamin Mendlowitz was published in the May 2015 issue. Below are the full technical details and a concise explanation of what the camera settings indicate, along with practical notes on how similar results can be achieved. The following information is … Read more

Boat Overview, Care, and Practical Tips for Boaters The photograph above captures a moment related to boating and the maritime lifestyle. Whether you are assessing a vessel, preparing for a day on the water, or simply appreciating marine photography, this article offers practical guidance on boat care, safety, and how to get the most from … Read more

We asked for dogs, and you delivered—hundreds of them. Nearly 200 readers entered our Salty Paws Photo Contest, sending more than 400 images of their favorite four-legged crewmates. The response celebrated every size, shape and personality: large and small, sleek and shaggy, dignified and delightfully goofy. Above all, the photos captured what matters most—dogs who … Read more

Couple sails deep into Central America “Around the Next Bend,” ($18.50, Katchor Enterprises, 2008) by Bernie Katchor recounts the extensive cruising life and the seven-month river and coastal voyage undertaken by Bernie and Yvonne Katchor. The book captures their time exploring remote waterways, learning from local communities, and documenting the natural world they encountered along … Read more

A collision with a submerged object may have re-opened a repaired keel area and sank the 47-foot cruiser. The weather had not been kind to Paul and Helen Glavin as they cruised, and the night of April 1 was no different. Fooled by a forecast of gentle northeasterlies, the retired British couple set off from … Read more

The Thimble Islands are a scenic cluster of pink granite islets off the Connecticut coast, clustered around the friendly harbor village of Stony Creek. Favored by boaters and day-trippers on Long Island Sound, the Thimbles offer classic New England shoreline scenery, peaceful anchorages, and easy access to the shops and services of Stony Creek. Depending … Read more

Walter Cronkite: Anchorman and Passionate Sailor Walter Cronkite, long known as “the most trusted man in America,” is remembered not only for his steady presence at the CBS Evening News but also for his deep love of sailing. Cronkite, who died of cerebrovascular disease on July 17 at his New York City home, was 92. … Read more