A Return to the Water
When our yard period that started in April 2021 finally ended, we had the bliss of remembering why we did all the work in the first place.
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When our yard period that started in April 2021 finally ended, we had the bliss of remembering why we did all the work in the first place.
Trying to hide a boat’s problems never ends well for the seller. Follow these tips to have a successful day.
Official-looking vessel documentation renewal notices can lead to confusion and higher costs.
The decision to abandon a voyage can be caused by seamanship or safety issues—or is it a situation that can be handled?
Fixing my leaking dinghy valve wasn’t a simple process, but I was able to figure it out. Here’s how you can do it, too.
Having mismatched seacock threads, using the wrong type of hose, or choosing the wrong alloy can lead to disaster.
Anchoring in a rocky tidal zone placed my boat perilously close to destruction. Here’s what I learned.
Instead of buying a pricey custom canvas awning for my schooner, I made my own “covered wagon.”
Jibing can be a thing of beauty or a dangerous disaster. Here’s how to make sure you and your crew are up to the task.
A weeklong in-person program is but one way to gain a US Coast Guard license to work on the water.
Good plumbing is paramount to prevent fuel-flow interruption, which can damage a boat’s engine.
When it comes to haulouts, the nightmares we boaters endure can range from head-scratching to hilarious.
When our yard period that started in April 2021 finally ended, we had the bliss of remembering why we did all the work in the first place.
Trying to hide a boat’s problems never ends well for the seller. Follow these tips to have a successful day.
Official-looking vessel documentation renewal notices can lead to confusion and higher costs.
The decision to abandon a voyage can be caused by seamanship or safety issues—or is it a situation that can be handled?
Fixing my leaking dinghy valve wasn’t a simple process, but I was able to figure it out. Here’s how you can do it, too.
Having mismatched seacock threads, using the wrong type of hose, or choosing the wrong alloy can lead to disaster.
Anchoring in a rocky tidal zone placed my boat perilously close to destruction. Here’s what I learned.
Instead of buying a pricey custom canvas awning for my schooner, I made my own “covered wagon.”
Jibing can be a thing of beauty or a dangerous disaster. Here’s how to make sure you and your crew are up to the task.
A weeklong in-person program is but one way to gain a US Coast Guard license to work on the water.
Good plumbing is paramount to prevent fuel-flow interruption, which can damage a boat’s engine.
When it comes to haulouts, the nightmares we boaters endure can range from head-scratching to hilarious.
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