Boating is not a low-cost hobby by any stretch of the imagination. As a former boat owner and captain, I can tell you that you’ll be sinking money monthly into...

One of the most enjoyable times spent is being out on the water with family and friends. As a captain, I spent days on end offshore and dockside aboard the...

One of the most important aspects of boat ownership is maintaining the vessel. Unfortunately, new boat owners and even well-seasoned owners fail to take proper care of the vessel they...

One of the most fun forms of entertainment is spending time on the water by boat. Boaters have the opportunity to cruise, watersports, fish, and more. I spend most of...

As a former yacht crew member myself, I can tell you that securing these types of vessels in a hurricane requires a lot of thought and preparation. Importantly, yacht crews...

As an avid angler and former captain, I was particular about my fishing gear. Not only was it important to me to make sure everything was working properly, but also...

Without question, I have used deck brushes countless times when cleaning vessels. As a former captain, I washed boats on a daily basis. However, it is important to understand that...

While operating vessels offshore, I have encountered many ships either at anchor or underway. Undoubtedly, it is hard to imagine how freighters of that size are capable of remaining afloat....

One of the most important resources to help reduce collisions at sea is the AIS. AIS stands for Automatic Identification System. The AIS tracks the movement of ships and yachts...

As a former captain and resident of Savannah, Georgia, I have had the opportunity to drive boats on the Savannah River countless times. Without question, you need to be aware...