What We’re Watching Eight-Legged Teacher Octopuses rank among the most intelligent of the ocean’s invertebrates. These eight-armed cephalopods, with rows of suction cups on each limb, display remarkable problem-solving abilities, camouflage skills and independent limb coordination. Many species live relatively short lives—often one to two years—and spend much of that time avoiding predators while hunting … Read more

How to Handle a Grounding: Practical Advice for Boaters Every experienced boater has, at some point, run aground. It’s an embarrassing, sometimes frightening event, and odd things can happen—like the time my 57-foot ketch came to rest on a submerged cypress stump in the Intracoastal Waterway. We were off-watch when a loud thud woke me. … Read more

Smart Connectivity for Modern Boaters: How to Stay Online at Sea Today’s boaters expect reliable internet and communications whether they’re docked, cruising offshore or anchored in a remote cove. From streaming and video calling to cloud file access and remote work, people want the same connectivity on their boats that they have on land. That … Read more

U.S. Electric Powerboating Picks Up Speed: Navier, Pure Watercraft, Arc and GM Make Big Moves Over the course of a single week last November, three separate announcements signaled that electric powerboating in the United States is moving from niche to notable. Startups and established manufacturers alike revealed new investments, partnerships and product plans that suggest … Read more

Abandoned Boats in New York City: A Persistent Waterfront Challenge For centuries, abandoned vessels have been part of New York City’s maritime landscape. In recent decades the problem has intensified: following the 2008 recession and later Hurricane Sandy, the number of derelict and abandoned boats in city waters increased markedly. At one point as many … Read more

Boat Image and Practical Insights for Owners and Enthusiasts Photograph accompanying practical advice for boating, maintenance, and photography. About This Image This image serves as a visual starting point for a broader conversation about boating. Whether you are a new boat owner, an experienced captain, or simply someone who enjoys maritime photography, the photograph invites … Read more

Boat Image Overview: Visual Guide, Practical Tips, and Insights This image shows a boat presented clearly for visual reference. Whether you are a boat owner, prospective buyer, photographer, or simply an enthusiast, images like this offer useful information at a glance. In this article we describe what to look for in a boat photo, share … Read more

Robert T. Healey Sr., Viking Yachts Co-Founder, Dies at 92 Robert T. “Bob” Healey Sr., co-founder and longtime chairman of Viking Yachts, has died at the age of 92. Over more than half a century he helped build Viking into the world’s preeminent sportfishing yacht manufacturer, led a successful national effort to repeal the federal … Read more

Alison Langley: Celebrated Nautical Photographer and Wooden-Boat Enthusiast in Camden, Maine If you love boats—wooden boats in particular—you’ve likely encountered the striking images and videos of nautical photographer Alison Langley. More than a photographer, Langley is a devoted boat enthusiast. She works from a 25-foot Mako chase boat but admits she can never settle on … Read more

Cruisers 34 GLS Review: A Versatile Outboard-Powered Dayboat for Family Boating Time has become a precious commodity for many families, especially with more people working and learning from home in recent years. Days fill quickly with work, meals, household chores and family responsibilities, leaving limited windows for recreation. When that window opens, boaters want to … Read more