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

Oyster Trails: Tasting Oysters at Their Source Now you can taste oysters before they ever reach shore. No delicacy divides opinion like the raw oyster. Some people dislike its texture; others find the briny flavor off-putting. Yet for many, a simple platter of iced, raw oysters is more desirable than almost any other dish. Indifference … Read more

Reviving a 1937 Classic: F. Todd Warner and Bill Prince Reimagine POSH for the 21st Century F. Todd Warner, a recognized authority on classic wooden powerboats and the owner of the original POSH, approached naval designer Bill Prince roughly two years ago with a clear goal: to develop a 21st-century interpretation of the 1937 John … Read more