If you’ve been wondering what you and your boat are really capable of, you may ask just how far a sailboat can travel in a day. Here's what you need to know about how far a sailing yacht can travel...

The following article was generously provided by Paul Barnard, Recreational Boating Safety Program Manager, U.S. Coast Guard Eighth District The Navigation Rules book is just over 200 pages...

A common question in boating safety circles is whether to get a PLB or an EPIRB.  The answer is an unequivocal yes.  Get one or the other.  In a not too technical way, we’ll explore the...

If you've been dreaming of taking to the open seas in a sailboat, you are probably wondering just how much time you will need to invest in learning to sail. Here's what you need to know about how...

Paying for gas for your boat is expensive, so it makes sense that you want to get the most for each tank. Luckily, there are things that you can do to get more out of every tank. How Far Can A...

Sailboats are powered by the wind, so do they even need engines? While sailboats may not by definition need engines, most of them have them. Engines can offer a number advantages to the sailor,...