Safety
Whoops! Mistakes Made on the Water
What are some notable mistakes, mishaps or misfortunes that you've had while sailing or messing about with boats?
Caption Contest(!)
Things aren't always what they seem.
‘Bayesian’ Salvage Begins
Operations began on Sunday to raise 'Bayesian', the 183-ft Perini Navi sloop that sank during a storm on August 19, 2024.
BoatUS Raises Concerns About DOGE Defunding of NOAA
The defunding of NOAA is a threat to the safety and vitality of mariners. BoatUS is speaking up for boaters.
Richmond Sailors Chart Their Marine Hazards
Richmond sailors have a bunch of marine hazards to avoid as they navigate their way to and from their docks. This chart might help.
Short Sightings: YRA Lightship Race and Marine First Aid Class
This Saturday, April 19, is the YRA's Lightship Race, and next weekend, April 26, Women's Sailing Seminar hosts a Basic Marine First Aid course.
Coolers Can Save Boaters’ Lives
Never underestimate the importance a cooler can have in a successful voyage.
Important Radar Recalibration Announcement
It's not uncommon for mariners to overlook the importance of periodically recalibrating their radar. Captain Paul Dines explains how.
Two Boats Burn at Marina Village Yacht Harbor, Alameda
Two docked boats caught fire at Marina Village Yacht Harbor in Alameda early this morning, leaving one boat sunk and the other badly damaged.
One Dead After Sailboat Runs Aground Near San Juan Islands
A 56-year-old man has been rescued and a woman has died after a 31-ft sailboat was disabled and grounded near the San Juan Islands Monday night.
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