Missing Cruising Sailors: Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel — Authorities Investigate After Abandoned Catamaran Found The family of two experienced cruising sailors who disappeared and are feared dead has appealed to the cruising community to “stand down” and allow local authorities to carry out their investigation. Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel were last associated with … Read more
Yamaha Marine Unveils Hydrogen-Powered Outboard Prototype at 2024 Miami Boat Show At the 2024 Miami International Boat Show, Yamaha Marine showcased a prototype hydrogen-powered outboard built in collaboration with Regulator Marine and Roush Performance. The project converts Yamaha’s 450-hp XTO outboard to run on hydrogen and demonstrates the company’s early efforts to explore alternative fuels … Read more
Haddam Riverfront Estate — Luxury Home on the Connecticut River This distinguished Haddam estate captures the best of riverfront living in Connecticut. Set on four private acres, the property offers a peaceful, natural setting with direct access to the Connecticut River and easy access to the region’s recreational opportunities. Designed for comfortable, elegant daily living … Read more
Robert B. Dance: “Storm on Machias Bay” and a Life Devoted to Maritime Painting In Storm on Machias Bay, Maine, Robert B. Dance captures the raw force of a coastal storm with a combination of precise boat knowledge and a painterly sense for atmosphere. The composition centers on a red Downeast‑style lobster boat cutting through … Read more
The spring boat-show season is underway, and a fresh lineup of models is making their U.S. and international debuts. From trailerable day cruisers and mid-size fishing boats to long-range passagemakers, this season offers something for nearly every boater. Below is a preview of 25 new boats to watch on the docks this year, highlighting their … Read more
Speed records have long been a powerful way to showcase new technology—whether a daring Atlantic crossing by schooner or a jet breaking the sound barrier. As electric marine propulsion has matured, attention naturally turned to the fastest battery-powered boats. In a striking development in late 2023, Princeton Electric Speedboating (PES), a student-run club from Princeton … Read more
Boston Lightkeeper Sally Snowman Retires After Two Decades of Service Sally Snowman’s long tenure as the keeper of Boston Light drew to a close on December 31, marking the end of an era for one of America’s most storied lighthouses. Snowman, who became the 70th keeper in 2003, served as a living link between a … Read more
Monet’s Studio Boat and the Joys of Seeing the Water Differently The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia houses roughly 4,000 works of art, including about 900 paintings, and its collection is often valued at around $25 billion. On a cold January afternoon, moving quickly through the galleries before closing, I paused when a small, odd-looking boat … Read more
AIM Media’s Marine Group dominated the 31st annual Boating Writers International (BWI) awards, taking eight of 16 categories and earning 33 prizes across features, reviews, photography and video. The winners were announced February 14 at the opening of the Miami International Boat Show, recognizing journalism that ranges from seamanship and safety to adventure, conservation and … Read more
The word “captain” carries many meanings. In the military it can be a rank between first lieutenant and major; on a boat or plane it often refers to the person in command regardless of rank insignia; and, more broadly, it describes someone of influence or leadership in any field. For Soundings’ 60th anniversary, our editors … Read more