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Front Street Shipyard to Buy Powerful New Boat Hoist
Front Street Shipyard on the Belfast waterfront is moving forward with plans to upgrade its lifting capabilities with a 485-U.S.-ton (440-metric-ton) hoist. Having secured final approval to build new piers, the owners of Front Street Shipyard are investing in a hoist large enough to service a greater contingent of international… SEE MORE
Newport to Host 2014-15 Volvo Ocean Race Stopover
Sailing fans in Newport and across New England celebrated on February 5 when the Volvo Ocean Race announced that Newport had been chosen as a stopover in the 2014-15 edition of the premier global sailing race. Newport was in stiff competition with Baltimore to host the stopover, which typically draws… SEE MORE
When the Temps Drop, Diehard Sailors Hit the Ice
Midcoast Maine's hardwater sailors were out in force on Saturday as the fleet gathered on Chickawaukie Lake in Rockland. One of the boats included a beautiful example of an iceboat that belongs to John Eastman of Camden. It was "restored" by yacht builder and fellow hardwater sailor Bill Buchholz, also… SEE MORE
Perfect Yachts Require Perfect Finishing Touches
Back Cove yachts are known for their beautiful downeast design and fuel-efficient engines, but another charm to these boats is the fine woodwork handcrafted by Back Cove associates based in Rockland. The skills of these nine associates are second to none. They build everything from cabinets to tables to interior… SEE MORE
Time and Tide, Frozen in Rockport Harbor
During last week's bitterly cold weather, I checked the USHarbors.com tide charts, grabbed my camera, and headed down to watch the sun set on the falling tide in frozen Rockport Harbor. SEE MORE
America's Cup World Series Generates $38.2 Million for RI
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation has released the "Large Marine Events Benefits Assessment Modeling Report" detailing the economic and fiscal impact on the 2012 America's Cup World Series (ACWS). The study was initiated to analyze the fiscal impact of the ACWS and act as a learning tool to help… SEE MORE
No. 1 Sabre Dealership for 2012: DiMillo's Yacht Sales
Sabre Yachts is proud to announce that DiMillo’s Yacht Sales, based in Portland, Maine, and Glen Cove, New York, is the #1 Sabre Dealership of 2012. Chris DiMillo and his team have won this honor for the sixth consecutive year. “Our relationship with DiMillo’s Yacht Sales has been very good… SEE MORE
Chesapeake Light Craft Introduces New Utility Skiff
Chesapeake Light Craft, the 21-year-old boat kit specialist, has broadened its range beyond the previous scope of more than 80 kayaks, canoes, dinghies, and sailcraft to include an outboard skiff. Designed by John C. Harris, this light but sturdy fishing and utility skiff -- a “crab skiff,” as they’re known… SEE MORE
Winter: A Time for Doodling Fine Yachts
While we love the sun and sailing of the summer season, here in Maine there’s a lot of pressure to pack in as much as possible in a few short weeks. It’s in the off season that we get the chance to catch up with our friends and clients, and… SEE MORE
Foggy Meadows Farm, a North Haven Work in Progress
Foggy Meadows Farm lies in an often misty hollow on North Haven Island. We stumbled on the small island farm while on a long walk last fall from our anchored boat in Pulpit Harbor . A handful of compact barns and a few small pastures surround Foggy Meadows Farm on… SEE MORE
Behind the Scenes: Assembly Line at Back Cove Yachts
What takes place on the assembly line at Back Cove Yachts? Here’s the scoop…. Over fifty boats get built at Back Cove Yachts, based in Rockland, on an annual basis. The shop floor has two assembly lines. The Back Cove 37 occupies Line One, and the Back Cove 30 and… SEE MORE
Maine Marinas in Winter: Part II
Behind the auto repair shop on the Fore River in South Portland, a stone’s throw from busy stop-and-go traffic, Barrow’s goldeneyes, teals, pintails, and other ducks dive for snails and worms in the mud. Canada geese forage in the thin strip of browned marsh along the bank. But at low… SEE MORE
