As an avid boater of coastal Georgia, I am used to poor visibility in the water. The water in this area is heavily influenced by the nutrient-rich marshland that is...

One of the most important pieces of safety equipment aboard a vessel is the VHF radio. As a captain, I used the radio consistently for various tasks. The tasks included making passing agreements with vessels,...

On the south end of Skidaway Island, within the gates of The Landings community, is Delegal Creek Marina. The Landings is home to two marinas, on the opposite end is Landings...

Saltwater lagoons are common along the coastal regions of the Southeast coast. I have the opportunity to fish saltwater lagoons on a regular basis because my community has over 50...

As a former boat owner and captain, I knew that purchasing and maintaining a vessel was the right decision for me. However, for those who didn’t grow up on the...

One of the best times of day to go for a boat ride is during sunset. The colors of the sun reflecting on the water as it falls beneath the...

One of the most fun experiences is getting out on the water for a day of boating. Add your pet dog into the mix, and the day gets even better....

As a captain, sea trials were standard no matter if a boat was being acquired, sold, or coming out of a long out-of-service period. I didn’t particularly enjoy every trial,...

It is likely that you have seen scrap yards at some point in your life, no matter if they are intended for vehicles or boats. However, in areas with navigable...

Marinas, especially during the prime boating season, are busy places. As a former 200 ton captain, I spent a significant amount of time at marinas inside and outside of the...