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Repowering an Historic Maine-Built Vessel
The oldest Maine-built wooden fishing schooner, still afloat, came home to Maine this spring. Built on the banks of the Kennebec River in 1906, Mary E, a two-masted clipper schooner with a storied past, is now undergoing a complete restoration at Maine Maritime Museum (MMM) - and Great Island Boat… SEE MORE
Nine pre-eminent naval architects share insights at Lyman Morse event
By John K. Hanson Jr. On a stunning fall weekend, I was stuck inside….and having the time of my life! Lyman Morse Boatbuilding and the Cruising Club of America hosted a Yacht Designers Forum at the yard in Thomaston on Saturday, Oct. 21. The morning session was held on the… SEE MORE
A Productive Paint Shop
Great Island Boat Yard is home to a state-of-the-art Paint Booth that can accommodate boats up to 70'. The Bay is never idle. Here are some boats recently painted by the GIBY finishing team. SEE MORE
US Harbors is now serving Hawaii!
Aloha! We here at US Harbors are proud to announce that we are now providing accurate tide, weather, and harbor information to the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Whether you are an avid boater, fisherman, or surfer, or you just love to stroll along the beaches, US Harbors tide and weather… SEE MORE
Why is boating full of drama?
If you have a boat of any size, you know what I’m talking about. You’re Living the Dream, the wind is in your hair as you bask in the shimmering sun dancing on the waves, the smell of sea air fills your nostrils, and suddenly, the sh*t hits the fan… SEE MORE
Hinckley Unveils Dasher, the World's First Fully Electric Luxury Yacht
Hinckley has unveiled the world’s first fully electric luxury yacht – Dasher. Designed from the outset for fully electric propulsion, Dasher achieves a new standard of excellence pairing modern styling with hi-tech composite construction. “Since 1928, Hinckley has pioneered beautiful, timeless, and highly innovative yachts. We have a long tradition… SEE MORE
Connecticut's Steamboat Past
The steamboat was the first form of engine powered travel across water and from about 1820 to 1940, Connecticut’s coastal and riverside residents relied on them as much as we do today on cars and busses for quick transportation. Travel on the Connecticut River was very downstream until the steam… SEE MORE
The Maine Boats Homes & Harbors Boat Show Gets Underway
The 2017 MBH&H Boat Show kicks off in Rockland Maine. SEE MORE
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