Sailing Channel Islands National Park
The Galapagos of North America By Keith Dahlin For over a year, my family and I have been sailing Steadfast, our Spindrift 43, out of …
Solar-electric hybrid power refit
By Phil Shelley As an engineer interested in renewable energy, I’ve long considered the viability of electric propulsion for marine vessels. In recent years, large …
Reliefband helps ease motion sickness
The Reliefband is a wristband that emits electronic signals to help ease motion sickness and nausea.
How to trailer your boat safely
Many trailering accidents could be eliminated by selecting the proper tow vehicle, trailer and hitch for your boat; performing routine maintenance; and practicing before taking …
Build a DIY shore power test adapter
When you’re out cruising this summer, you may find yourself at a marina slip wanting to use shore power to charge your batteries and run …
Boaters answer distress call on Lake Mohave
By Andy Pensavalle Phoenix Sail & Power Squadron members met at Lake Mohave for a weekly get-together on a beautiful day with clear skies and …
Sailors recall trip to Canary Islands
By Howard and Judy Wang The night before Laelia’s departure from Santa Cruz de la Palma, Canary Islands, off Africa’s west coast, everything is calm …
Always wear your life jacket on the water
By Anthony Pozun Steve Denniston, I and three other non-experienced adult sailors were aboard Capt. Ken Graf’s boat at a mooring in Northport, New York. …
Sun protection for skin and eyes
Boaters need sun protection both on and off the water. Joan Wenner reviews skin creams and sunglasses that will keep your skin and eyes safe.
Refurbishing trailer bunks by replacing worn carpeting
As simple as boat trailers seem, they are fraught with problems. If it isn’t the lights, it’s the wiring; if the lights work, the wheel …
Troubleshooting outboard problems while underway
By Rick Lavoie Before starting to troubleshoot outboard problems on the water, make sure to secure the boat. Anchor if the boat could go aground …
Magical meander on the Finger Lakes
[x_blockquote type=”left”]Cruising New York’s Finger Lakes and canals[/x_blockquote] By Rodger Litchfield Rather than the usual weekend rendezvous at one port, William Herrick, the District 6 …
