First Mate Pets Original Collection: Marine-Grade Pet Beds for Boats If you keep a dog or cat aboard your boat, choosing the right bedding can make a big difference for comfort, cleanliness and safety. First Mate Pets’ Original Collection is a line of pet beds purpose-built for life on the water, combining durable marine-grade materials … Read more

Jeanne Socrates has a focused to-do list. Her boat, Nereida, a 2009 Swedish-built Najad 380, is approaching the point where a significant refit is needed. Her latest ocean passage, from Mexico across the Pacific, left deck fittings and running rigging in need of attention. A full re-rig may be required, and the scope of the … Read more

Erica Blizzard was convicted of negligent homicide for failing to post a proper lookout The manager of a New Hampshire marina has been sentenced to at least six months in jail and ordered to pay $4,000 to support boating-safety efforts after a 2008 crash in which her 37-foot powerboat struck an island and killed her … Read more

These New Boats Are Coming Soon Not every new model will be at the Miami shows, but there are exciting previews to watch for. Here we highlight four new boats ranging from 23 to 66 feet: the Rossiter 23 Classic Day Boat, the Vanquish 26 Dual Console, the Hunt 32cc and the Sabre 66 Dirigo. … Read more

Carl Eichenlaub — Shipwright, Boatbuilder, and Unflappable Olympic Fixture The sailing world mourned the loss of Carl Eichenlaub, a master boatbuilder and longtime shipwright for the U.S. Olympic sailing team. Beyond crafting boats for prominent sailors such as Malin Burnham and Lowell North, Carl was famed for his ability to repair almost anything—an aptitude he … Read more

Chesapeake Bay Capsize: Quick Rescue Saves Three Anglers in Freezing Water Trouble on the water can arrive in an instant. One moment you’re drifting and celebrating hookups on big striped bass in midwinter; the next you can be waist-deep in 38-degree whitecaps, clinging to the bow rail of a capsized 21-foot boat in the middle … Read more

Gary Jobson: From Champion to Ambassador — A Sailor’s Memoir Sailing has produced many legends, but for the past three decades one face has often represented the sport: Gary Jobson. From America’s Cup champion to television commentator and respected lecturer, Jobson has been a constant presence around the racing circuit and throughout the sailing community. … Read more

Clipper Ship Seascape by Christopher Blossom: Oil on Canvas A lone clipper sails before the wind across a vast, open ocean in this striking oil-on-canvas seascape. The composition captures the raw, unbroken voice of the sea — the relentless roll of water, the whisper of wind, and the occasional thunder of a collapsing wave crest. … Read more

Now it’s your turn: enter the Soundings Salty Paws Photo Contest and share photos of the pets that make your time on the water special. We’re looking for images that capture the unique bond between pets and boats — from a Labrador sprawled across the foredeck to a tabby curled up at the nav station. … Read more

Massive Bluefin Tuna Brought Alongside a 23-Foot Grady-White off North Carolina’s Outer Banks Josiah VanFleet and his crew experienced a once-in-a-lifetime catch when they battled a bluefin tuna measuring 114.5 inches off the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The fish was hooked and ultimately brought alongside VanFleet’s 23-foot, 2007 Grady-White 225 Tournament, after an intense, … Read more