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Sailor profiles, interviews, and Q&A stories

Paulee Day becomes the first woman to lead West Marine, bringing deep boating industry experience to the top role.

Waterman Orien McNeill didn’t live a long life, but the one he charged through was chock-full of invention and adventure.

Navy Pier Marina developer Randy Podolsky receives top CYA honor for enhancing boating access and waterfront experiences.

Gilda Dondona and Robby Meek excel in light-air conditions to win the women’s and open championships in Norfolk.

New tool aims to map and reduce abandoned and derelict vessels through public reporting and national collaboration.

Eighty-six boats from 26 nations set sail from Las Palmas for Cape Verde, marking the start of the 13th ARC+ transatlantic rally.

Mustang Survival again turns Black Friday into Blue Friday, raising funds for ocean cleanup and inviting more brands to join the effort.

After two years at sea, transitioning back to land life was its own kind of passage. Here’s what I wish I’d known.

Hundreds of sailors from 29 countries kicked off the ARC+ rally in Las Palmas with a lively opening ceremony before the Nov. 9 start.

A Florida nonprofit has launched a campaign to restore a former Cousteau vessel and return her to ocean research and education.

Sint Maarten finished second overall at the 2025 Caribbean Dinghy Championship, with young sailors earning podium spots in every class they entered.

The 1,805-mile offshore classic will start August 9, 2026, marking the 50th anniversary of one of sailing’s most demanding courses.