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Origins of port and starboard

12/19/2018 - Have you ever wondered why mariners use the terms port and starboard instead of just left and right? Since port and starboard never change, they are unambiguous references that are independent of a mariner’s orientation, and, thus, mariners use these nautical terms instead of left and right to avoid confusion.… SEE MORE

The II Tender will carry Sam and Rob across the Atlantic

New organization focused on blue philanthropy set to launch across the Atlantic

12/19/2018 - On December 28, 2018, Rob Hamilton-Kelly and Sam Hornsby will sail across the Atlantic, navigating the world’s second largest ocean on a voyage from the Old World to the New. Their passage will mark the launch campaign for Ocean Pioneers, a donor organization focused on activating a global community of… SEE MORE

Gifts for boat lovers: Top ten books for boaters

12/10/2018 - It's that time of year again when we are on the lookout for gifts for our loved ones. Usually it's hard to go wrong with a book. If someone in your life has a love of all things nautical, here is a collection of books large and small, new and… SEE MORE

Classic Yacht Owners Association Announces Continuation of Classic Yacht Racing Series in 2019

Boating

12/6/2018 - December 6, 2018 (Newport, RI) – The Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA) today announced a plan to continue and expand the series formerly known as the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge into 2019. With Panerai’s recently announced intention to discontinue their support of classic yachting events in both Europe and the… SEE MORE

Coast Guard Urges Mariners to Use Caution After Barge Capsizes Near Nahant

Boating

12/5/2018 - BOSTON — The Coast Guard is warning mariners to use caution and avoid the North and South Boston Main Channels after a barge carrying construction equipment capsized and possibly sank Sunday night approximately two miles southeast of Nahant. The captain of tug boat Big Jake notified the Coast Guard at… SEE MORE

The sixth day of AM38 Sailing--copyright Amory Ross

Pro-Set, Inc. Selected As Official Supplier To American Magic

Boating

12/5/2018 - New York Yacht Club American Magic, U.S. Challenger for the 36th America’s Cup, recently appointed PRO-SET, Inc. as an Official Supplier. The team will use PRO-SET epoxies in the construction of the AC75, a 23-meter mono-hull designed to sail above water on advanced hydrofoils. PRO-SET, Inc. will supply American Magic… SEE MORE

How you can make a difference along the coast

Giving Tuesday (and all year round)

11/27/2018 - Today is Giving Tuesday, a day where we are encouraged to donate to the non-profits and charities of our choice. There are, however, other ways we can give back to the things that we care most about, and it's not just limited to one day a year. For those that… SEE MORE

Predicting Proverbs: Weather lore for the sea and more

Environment

11/7/2018 - For those who live, work and play on the sea, the weather can affect every decision. Being able to accurately see what the weather holds can sometimes be the difference between life and death. So, it makes sense that finding the right idiom, poem or mnemonic to assess the conditions… SEE MORE

Amazing Facts about the Tide

Environment

10/31/2018 - Recently we posted nine of our favorite tide facts on social media, perhaps you saw them. We've collected them all together here, plus a few more as well. This list of facts was provided by Jonathan White, author of TIDES: The Science and Spirit of the Ocean. Find out more… SEE MORE

Water fun at the Lowcountry Maritime Society

Doing Good Work for Coastal Communities

10/31/2018 - Getting out on the water, whether in a powerboat, sailboat, canoe or paddleboard, is something we all love to do. How did you get started? Was there someone who showed you just how much fun it could be? Not all kids are fortunate enough to have an opportunity like that.… SEE MORE

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