In the Wake of Irene

Hurricane Irene in Cat Islands

Action:

Island Devastation, by Meredith Powlison
Hurricane Irene ravaged the Family Islands in the Bahamas. You can help with relief efforts directed to these treasured cruising grounds.

Compensation:

The Cost of a Hurricane, report by BoatUS
Early reports from BoatUS suggest that Irene could cause up to $500 million damage to recreational boats, especially in upstate NY and New England.

Reflection:

On Hurricanes, by Jen Brett
After riding out a hurricane away from her boat and home, Jen Brett realizes that life on shore and afloat aren’t all that different.