Grady White 204-C: A Classic Walkaround That Became a Bestseller Since 2012, the magazine Soundings has celebrated a single classic boat in every issue. Each feature pairs a finely detailed drawing by Jim Ewing with an evocative, informed description by Steve Knauth. Those regular features have introduced readers to a wide range of timeless designs, … Read more

Coast Guard Rescues Olive Ridley Sea Turtles Entangled in Fishing Nets The Coast Guard cutter Alert was conducting a routine drug patrol in the Pacific waters off Central America when the crew encountered two olive ridley sea turtles trapped in discarded or lost fishing nets. The unexpected rescue offered a dramatic interruption to the cutter’s … Read more

Dan Wilson’s Fleet Dan Wilson has owned and captained a notable collection of classic wooden boats spanning several decades. This overview lists each vessel by name (when available), type, year built and the period of Wilson’s ownership or service. The collection includes small runabouts, mid-sized cruisers and large motoryachts—highlighting both recreational and historically significant vessels … Read more

There’s a special pleasure in standing at the helm and watching a new coastline slide by—especially when you don’t have to worry about charts, engines, provisioning or meal prep. A crewed yacht charter hands those responsibilities to a professional crew so you can focus on the scenery, the company and the water-based activities. With a … Read more

Former Gloucester Captain Teaches a Classroom-Based Vocational Program for Commercial Fishing Commercial fishing is traditionally learned at sea, through long days working beside seasoned crew in challenging conditions. Joe Sanfilippo, a 47-year-old former Gloucester captain, believes there is a better way. After 28 years working with his four older brothers on a family fleet of … Read more

Maine boatbuilder launches its first vessel New owners at Pemaquid Marine in New Harbor, Maine, celebrated their first year of ownership in October by launching the yard’s first boat under the new management. The launch marked both an anniversary and a milestone for the small coastal boatyard as it returns to building and restoring traditional … Read more

Jessica Watson’s Solo Circumnavigation and the Story Behind True Spirit Australian teenager Jessica Watson attracted worldwide attention and sparked intense debate when she set out to sail solo around the world at just 16 years old. Her voyage, completed on May 15 aboard a Sparkman & Stephens 34 sloop, became a lightning rod for both … Read more

A mother’s lament after one of the most common accidents at sea: a man falls overboard and loses his life The sea is unforgiving, indifferent to skill or experience, and quick to turn a momentary mistake into a tragedy. Even the most seasoned boaters can be vulnerable to simple, avoidable accidents. One Nantucket family learned … Read more

Sirius Signal C-1002: A Safer, Sustainable Alternative to Traditional Marine Flares Responsible boaters routinely carry visual distress signals to meet U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) requirements and to summon help in an emergency. Until recently, that meant pyrotechnic flares. New alternatives, however, are changing the way recreational mariners signal for help. The Sirius Signal C-1002 eVDSD … Read more

Pocket cruisers have enjoyed a resurgence in popularity over the past decade. Driven in part by tighter budgets after the 2007–08 financial crash and by owners seeking more versatile, trailerable boats, the modern market now offers many compact cruisers that balance comfort, efficiency and style. Below are seven standout pocket cruisers and pocket powerboats we … Read more