October 1, 2026
Put the Sun To Work
Choosing the right solar panel for your boat. by Glenn Hayes There’s a reason you see solar panels showing up on more and more boats. They’re a simple way to…
October 1, 2026
Navigating New York
Navigating the Hudson River and New York canals. Story & photos by Tom & Brenda Lahey In our last installment, we arrived in New York City and at the start…
October 1, 2026
Drink Up
How to add a water filter onboard. Photos and story by Capt. Frank Lanier Poor-tasting water is often a sad fact of life aboard many boats. Owners cart countless cases…
October 1, 2026
Bahle’s at 150
Happy sesquicentennial to a landmark store with deep roots in Suttons Bay. Story by Heather Steinberger | Photos provided by Bahle's For boaters arriving in Suttons Bay, Michigan, on a…
September 1, 2026
Powering Smarter Boating
Victron Energy brings every part of your onboard electrical system together. by Glenn Hayes Having an effective and reliable electrical system onboard is vital, given the ever- increasing electrical demands…
September 1, 2026
Shock to the System
How to deep clean your holding tank before winterization. Story & photos by Capt. Frank Lanier Hang around boats long enough, and you’ll inevitably hear someone mention the need to…
September 1, 2026
The East Coast
Discover the East Coast’s most memorable Great Loop cruising destinations. Story & photos by Tom & Brenda Lahey In our last installment, we left you in Fernandina Beach, Florida, right…
September 1, 2026
Don’t Winterize Just Yet
Late-fall trolling delivers hefty salmon for anglers willing to bundle up. Story & photos by Dave Mull The seagulls just ahead of our 18-foot aluminum boat form a squealing, splashing…
August 1, 2026
Dinosaur of the Great Lakes
Lake sturgeon are making a comeback. by Dave Mull When Great Lakes anglers talk about targeting really big fish, the species mentioned most often are likely lake trout, chinook salmon,…
August 1, 2026
See More, Stress Less
Affordable low-light and thermal imaging systems change the way boaters see the water. by Glenn Hayes It’s not uncommon to see thermal or low-light imaging cameras onboard larger vessels. Their…
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