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Beware of Fish Traps
There is a new hazard that unfortunately is becoming more commonplace along the south coast; I’m talking about Fish Traps! The first time I saw one of these was off Mattapoisett Neck. They now appear off Sakonnet and south of the entrance to Newport. The traps in Mattapoisett and Sakonnet… SEE MORE
The Fox Island Thoroughfare, a treasure to protect.
I’d like to nominate the Fox Island Thoroughfare, to be designated an Historic Sailing Preserve. This natural winding waterway that runs through the vast Fox Island center of Penobscot Bay, has historic sailing significance. An eons old convenient East - West passage of commerce and fishing that was powered by… SEE MORE
Destination - Mattapoisett
Why Mattapoisett? I’ve boated and lived in Mattapoisett since I was a kid, so it was never a destination to me. The truth is, it’s not really a destination anyone ever mentions, but it’s really a great one… 1. It’s a generally well protected harbor for all but a strong… SEE MORE
Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show - Small Boat Love-In Loves the Corson
The 2017 Maine Boats, Homes and Harbors Show has announced a theme for the first annual Small Boat Love-In to be held during the show (August 11-13 in Rockland, Maine). The groovy gathering will celebrate the large joys of all small boats, and especially of one of Maine's most iconic,… SEE MORE
Two Matching 10.5 Meter Tenders Launched by Hodgdon Custom Tenders
Hodgdon Custom Tenders, the Superyacht tender division of Hodgdon, has launched a 10.5 meter limousine tender and a 10.5 meter open tender at Hodgdon Yacht Services on Southport, Maine. The matching pair was designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design of Sarasota, Florida and will be delivered later this year to… SEE MORE
Bring Your Boat to the "Small Boat Love-In" at the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show
Small-boat enthusiasts who love to show off their boats will want to trailer their beloved craft to Rockland for the 2017 Small-Boat Love-In. This groovy gathering of power, sail, and human-powered boats under 22 feet in length will take place during the 15th Annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show,… SEE MORE
Sailing Out
Sailing Out. The typical summer winds on the coast of Maine are perfect for sailing out. At dawn - often, there is no wind. Our first zephyr stirs around 8:30 am., and exits soon after. We raise sails, raise anchor, and barely drift. There’s no hurry (and no worry). Soon,… SEE MORE
Rockland Show to Again Feature Fine Maine-Made Products
Maine is the least densely populated state in New England, which often makes it feel like one big community. Our state is also fortunate to host an abundance of artisans who produce high-quality, creative products. The Maine Made Program, founded by the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, fosters… SEE MORE
Meet the steamboat SABINO
The steamboat Sabino has been sitting quietly at her berth in the Shipyard for the past year while some key parts of her propulsion system were being fabricated, notably the boiler and the fresh water tank. The boat’s pilothouse, canopy, and stack, remained on shore for preservation work, which left her looking somewhat… SEE MORE
"Thou Shalt Knot" miss this exhibition at New Bedford Whaling Museum
Clifford W. Ashley and the ubiquitous, mathematically elegant world of knots Knots are everywhere. We use them every day. Knots are sculptural and elegant; ancient and modern. Mathematicians have discovered billions of possible knots and scientists are tying knots at the molecular level. Untangle this amazing world and explore the… SEE MORE
Little Egg Inlet Problem Revisited
On June 3, 2015 I wrote a serious article about the problems of Little Egg Inlet. (Find that article here: http://nj.usharbors.com/image-gallery/little-egg-inlet-too-cool-its-own-...) It was shallow after Superstorm Sandy, and boats were unable to get through. Two years later, the problem has only gotten worse. If fact, the waters are so treacherous… SEE MORE
Bon Voyage to Little Lagoda!
Dubbed Little Lagoda, this five foot, self-steering sailboat is making its way across the Atlantic Ocean, drifting with the currents on its way to an unknown destination. The New Bedford Whaling Museum worked on the project with Educational Passages, an organization that collaboratively builds miniature boats and tracks their voyages after being… SEE MORE
