March 19, 2026
Spring means different things to different people, but we boaters mark the season by removing tarps and shrinkwrap, scrubbing topsides, commissioning vessels, and burning socks. In the natural worl
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March 18, 2026
As we move into spring boating season, John Herlig, who teaches VHF radio etiquette at the Annapolis Boat Show’s Cruisers University
March 16, 2026
At any gathering of boatshop and boatyard folks, the subject of the lack of younger workers often comes up.
March 13, 2026
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is preparing to implement a shift in the season for recreational striped bass, or rockfish.
December 21, 2025
From time to time I ponder existential questions, like “why is there air?” and “how much deeper would the ocean be if it didn’t have so many sponges?” I even wonder how my life would be different i
December 17, 2025
When the weather gets too cold to be out on the water, head inside to these Chesapeake Bay winter boat shows to stock u
December 15, 2025
Boating in winter can be peaceful and rewarding, offering quiet waterways, crisp air, and beautiful seasonal views.
December 10, 2025
Each year, hundreds of people are injured, maimed, or killed as result of boat propeller strikes.
December 8, 2025
Falling leaves, shorter days, and migrating flocks of geese all tell of a fall rapidly sliding toward winter. Most reports of the recent summer boating scene are positive.
December 3, 2025
We recently caught up with Madison Trotman, canvas division manager for Quantum Sails Annapolis.