Category: Coastal News

The cutter TWO DOGS is followed by NY 30 ALERA and NY 50 SPARTAN.

Maine Classic Yacht Regatta Brings Out the Beautiful

8/12/2012 - For classic wooden boat owners, the annual Eggemoggin Reach Regatta is a bit of a pilgrimage, with some of the finest yachts making the trip to the starting line in Center Harbor each August. This year was no exception, with the only late arrival being the breeze itself, which took… SEE MORE

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Modern to Classic: Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show

8/11/2012 - The tenth annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show was in full swing on Saturday, August 11, as many fogbound boaters took advantage of their time off the water to sample the latest — and also some of the oldest — boats and coastal products. This show always offers plenty… SEE MORE

The tall ship Bounty will be open for tours at the city dock in Belfast.

A Trio of Boating Opportunities in Midcoast Maine

8/10/2012 - From Bath to Rockland to Belfast, August 10-12 is shaping up to be the ultimate summer weekend on the Maine coast, with three unique opportunities to sample life on the coast. In Bath, the Pride of Baltimore II will be open for tours at the Maine Maritime Museum and will… SEE MORE

SEMINOLE, a 58' Lawley gaff yawl built in 1916.

Beautiful Binnacles: A Study of Yacht Helm Stations

8/9/2012 - Few locations on a yacht tell as much about the vessel as the helm station. This series of photos conveys the beauty, history, and functionality found on some of the most beautiful sailing yachts afloat today. Enjoy. SEE MORE

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Herreshoff Sloop Open to Public at Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show in Rockland

8/7/2012 - In addition to the large yachts, gorgeous furniture, and other examples of fine craftsmanship on display at the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show in Rockland August 10-12 will be a yacht that is sure to be one of the most envied at the show. Artisan Boatworks, which specializes in… SEE MORE

Buzzards Bay Coalition is Offering an Adventure to Penikese Island

A Buzzards Bay Adventure to Penikese Island

8/6/2012 - Ever dreamed of exploring a tiny, largely uninhabited island in the middle of Buzzards Bay? The Buzzards Bay Coalition is offering a one-day Bay Adventure to Penikese Island, located just off Cuttyhunk. Participants on this full-day excursion will get the opportunity to explore this beautiful island, and planned activities include… SEE MORE

The MORRO CASTLE. Photo property of NJ Maritime Museum, Beach Haven, New Jersey.

Tragedy Off NJ Coast Revealed Best, Worst of Ship Crews

7/30/2012 - What captain would order a 504’ cruise ship bow-first into the wind when it caught fire? Captain William Warms, elevated to the position after the mysterious death of Captain Robert Willmott, on September 4, 1934, did just that. He was hours into his new position as captain of the cruise… SEE MORE

Aboard the Classic 1937 Commuter Yacht Aphrodite

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7/29/2012 - [embed]https://www.vimeo.com/44824104[/embed] Like the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure she was named after, Aphrodite, a 74' commuter yacht built in 1937 and rebuilt in 2005, can sweep you away. Click on the link above and hold on tight to launch the video of this stunning motor yacht underway! This video… SEE MORE

Surround Sound on Maine’s Outer Islands

Coastal News

7/29/2012 - [embed]https://www.vimeo.com/45156041[/embed] Despite the fact that visitors are not allowed to land on the seabird restoration islands in summer, we wanted you to experience the sights and sounds of a seabird colony. This twenty-second video was taken by our board member, Dick Tomeo, while out on Matinicus Rock (part of the… SEE MORE

The hundred-year-old carousel in Oak Bluffs is as charming as it looks. You might have to wait for a ride — but it's worth it.

Eight Fun Things To Do in Oak Bluffs

7/25/2012 - Last week was hot, hot like life on the proverbial tin roof, so I lit out for the open air of the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, hoping to catch a little wind on the way, and see the sights in Oak Bluffs. I have been to the Vineyard many times… SEE MORE