Weather can change in an instant when you’re on the water. ©[Alfazet Chronicles] / Adobe Stock Special delivery: Sign up for the free Boating email newsletter. Subscribe to Boating magazine for $14 for 1 year and receive 4 bonus digital issues. The seas seemed calm and the forecast looked fine as Capt. Kelly Gordon prepared to take her customer’s […]
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Xucia is Mini 6.50 #1081, a radical Sam Manuad foiling mini and hydrofoiling iteration of the popular single-handed class. Rupert Holmes looks at the accelerating pace of change in the Mini 6.50s The past few years have seen an explosion of activity in the Mini 6.50 class, with qualifying races for the iconic Mini Transat […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MACKINAC ISLAND FERRY COMPANY After an announcement earlier this year that it will convert one of its passenger ferries from diesel to electric, the Mackinac Island Ferry Company has furthered its sustainability efforts through joining Green Marine, an environmental certification program that encourages maritime enterprises to take action in protecting the environment. […]
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This BoatUS member from Maryland donated his 2002 32 foot powerboat to the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 25, 2023 – Thinking of donating your boat? If you’re looking to get a break on next year’s tax bill by donating your boat this year, you may not want to […]
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The Landing School has announced the launch of a new academic program. Starting this fall, it will offer Boatyard Management, a program focused on management in the marine industry. Boatyard Management is a second-year program in which students will learn management principles by managing the work of a simulated boatyard. “This new program is the first of […]
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Keen to take the stress out of slipway work? Boating instructor Jon Mendez shares his essential guide on how to launch a boat from a trailer… For many of us, our introduction to boating would have been a small trailer-launched boat that we towed to the water whenever we fancied getting afloat. If it was […]
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Winnebago Industries has announced that the company will extend their partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF) through 2025. The partnership will support the National Park Foundation’s conservation efforts. For the next three years, the partnership will focus on expanding outdoor exploration programs such as Park Ventures and Junior Ranger Angler in parks across the country. This work will […]
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Brunswick Corporation has published its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG)-focused efforts to build a more sustainable future. “We are proud of our action-oriented approach to ESG, which is demonstrated through the progress and innovations detailed in this report,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. “Protecting our environment is a critical element […]
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5 Practical Boating Tips For Beginners If you’ve just bought a new boat, or you’re strongly considering buying one, there are a few things you need to know first. Boating is a great way to release endorphins and help you manage stress – and we are all in need of some serious stress management at […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHIGAN SEA GRANT Barret Boat Works in Spring Lake, North Shore Marina in Spring Lake, and The Moorings Association in New Buffalo have been certified as Michigan Clean Marinas for a three year term through 2026, bringing the total Michigan Certified Clean Marina count to 101! As part of the program, marinas […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF BOATCLASS Through a partnership with Freedom Boat Club, the Brunswick Corporation is expanding its BoatClass Program to major markets across the U.S, including Chicago, Illinois, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Designed to teach boating safety and assist boaters in gaining confidence, the immersive training program is conducted 100% on-water. “Safety is a top priority […]
Read MoreBilge Pump Maintenance Keep the bilge area clean and test the pump to make sure it is working. Dewatering device—that’s what the U.S. Coast Guard calls it. You may know it as a bilge pump. If you have a dinghy or a small rowboat, then you may have a plastic scoop to dewater your boat. […]
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The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt transits the Gulf of Alaska after participating in exercise Northern Edge 2019. U.S. Navy file photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Erick A. Parsons. Thousands of U.S. military service members, five ships and over 150 aircraft are in Alaska for Northern Edge 2023 (NE23), war games in the […]
Read MoreHot Water Aboard! Easy ways to raise your boat’s water temperature. At the end of a wonderful day aboard, a hot shower is like heaven. That hot shower is even better when you don’t have to lug your towel, clean clothes, shower shoes, soap, and shampoo all the way up the dock to the marina […]
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Argentinian ace Guillermo Parada was undoubtedly the architect behind the successes of Azzurra when the Roemmers family’s team – which raced under the colours of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda – won the 52 SUPER SERIES title four times. He not only steered the boat to a winning level but he drove the project year […]
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Step aboard the 110-foot long Anne S. Pierce as her owner takes us on a tour of one of the most mission-ready passagemakers we’ve ever seen. The Purpose Driven Yacht It’s a fishing vessel? It’s a Coast Guard rig? It’s the Anne S. Pierce and she’s one of the most peculiar boats you’ll ever see. […]
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Yamaha Marine celebrates 2023 International Marine Technician week by highlighting a host of career development training opportunities available for current and aspiring marine technicians. “Yamaha reinforces the company’s commitment to building a solid marine technician workforce through Yamaha Marine University training and dealer recognition initiatives. We understand that exceptional service leads to unforgettable experiences on […]
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The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the five recipients of the 2023 Outstanding Technician Awards, as part of International Marine Service Technician Week. This is the second annual International Marine Service Technician Week and the Outstanding Technician Awards are dedicated to highlighting marine service professionals who excel in customer service, technical training, and […]
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Mistral makes for fast, fun (and sometimes furious) opener The 54th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères – TPM opened in classic Côte d’Azur conditions with unending sunshine and a 25-knot Mistral mixing it up across fleets. It was a day for flying, punctuated by nosedives, capsizes and white knuckle rides in short steep waves. The […]
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We asked top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest record breaking boats of all time, here’s what they came up with While hyper-luxury superyachts are clearly cool to look at (and would be very cool to own) there’s no denying that speed is cool and this collection of record breaking boats selected […]
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