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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
In the Middle of Winter: Stripers Gone Wild!
I suppose it can happen at any time of the year. Winter is no exception. You hit these rare days or nights striper fishing when everything is just right..... wind, tide, atmospheric conditions, bait, etc. Get all those things to fall perfectly into place and combine it with a boatload… 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
Ending The Season In Port Clyde
For John Hall, longtime Port Clyde fisherman, it's about time to take a vacation. "Taking four weeks off," he says while piloting his boat past Hupper Island and out into Muscongus Bay. "Going back down to Florida, gonna play golf, cruise around, just relax." Hall fishes 800 traps, and on… 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
Hinckley Picnic Boat Heads to Its New Home
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V97Yb40b3FU[/embed] We know transporting your vessel over the road can be stressful. Let Journey's End Marina Boat Transport take the pressure off with our experienced and courteous drivers. With our professionally maintained trucks and trailers we can get your boat to your destination safely. Here's a short film of our… SEE MORE
Winter's Bite On Spruce Head Island
January means very cold temperatures on the coast of Maine, as evidenced by this past week's windchill values, which hovered between 0 and 25 below. This weather, while loathsome to some, excites me greatly! We are afforded an opportunity to see the extremes of mother nature. Ice and sea smoke… SEE MORE
Sea Smoke — Zero Degrees on the Maine Coast
So it's zero degrees in Maine...isn't that why we live here? This morning we were treated to sea smoke and ice in both Rockport and Camden harbors. Breathtaking in more ways than one! SEE MORE