Learn more about Alaska's deep-sea corals Learn more about Alaska's deep-sea corals Observations during this survey in the Gulf of Alaska During our most recent dive we encountered more interesting deep sea creatures whose relationships with each other create the deep sea ecosystems of the Gulf of Alaska. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 8 Aug 18:37 UTC Returning to Havana Bay Vanuatu Returning to Havana Bay Vanuatu A big surprise sea snake before going ashore Before I talk about the trip, I want to tell you about the surprise we had when we went ashore for a walk. Just as I got out of the dinghy a sea snake came slithering out from under the fuel tank in the bottom of the dinghy. by Andrew & Clare Payne Posted 8 Aug 12:44 UTC CCA Cruising Guide for Maine Newsletter CCA Cruising Guide for Maine Newsletter Buck's Harbor is a well-protected harbor at the western end of the Eggmoggin Reach In 2020 and 2021, the CCA had a mailing list that shared Mark Lenci's tips for cruising Maine during the pandemic. The popularity of that newsletter inspired the Cruising Guides Committee to launch the new Digital Cruising Guide to Maine website. by Cruising Club of America Posted 7 Aug 19:14 UTC Survivor Vaquita porpoises Survivor Vaquita porpoises Escaping extinction longer than expected, but deadly fishing is on the increase At least seven to eight remain but deadly fishing is on the increase. Projections previously indicated that the critically endangered vaquita could be extinct by now. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 6 Aug 18:51 UTC 2022 Herreshoff Classic Yacht Regatta preview 2022 Herreshoff Classic Yacht Regatta preview Part of the CYOA Classic Yachts Challenge Series Each year, a mix of gorgeous big boats and one-designs gathers for a weekend of exciting racing on scenic courses on the bay and terrific social events. by Herreshoff Marine Museum Posted 6 Aug 17:40 UTC Set sail at the Southampton Int'l Boat Show Set sail at the Southampton Int'l Boat Show Sailing boats of every shape and size will be on display Sailing boats of every shape and size will be on display at this year's Southampton International Boat Show. by Southampton International Boat Show Posted 6 Aug 13:35 UTC Discover comfort in Musto's collection of shorts Discover comfort in Musto's collection of shorts When winds are light, and the days are hot - it's time to short up Let's get straight to the point. When winds are light, and the days are hot - it's time to short up. Diverse features for differing activities. by Musto Posted 6 Aug 11:00 UTC Sika continues Sikaflex® Challenge events in 2022 Sika continues Sikaflex® Challenge events in 2022 Very proud to continue the tradition of sponsoring the events Sika Corporation is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of the Sikaflex® Challenge Build-a-Boat Cup. Sika has been involved in sponsoring these great community events for over 40 years. by Sika Posted 5 Aug 18:48 UTC 2022 Wooden Boat Festival: What's new in 2022 2022 Wooden Boat Festival: What's new in 2022 Learn about everything from solar and electric power to eco-friendly paints The Innovation Marketplace and Green Boating Stage—located in the Sail Loft parking lot—are brand new additions to Wooden Boat Festival. Presenting sponsor SEA Marine helped make this happen for 2022! by Wooden Boat Festival Posted 5 Aug 17:46 UTC Grand Soleil Yachts at Cannes Yachting Festival Grand Soleil Yachts at Cannes Yachting Festival Grand Soleil 72 Performance will be unveiled for the first time in waters of Port Canto in Cannes The new 72-footer is going to be the result of a totally Made in Italy design process, with a team of professionals representing Italian excellence in the nautical sector. by Grand Soleil Yachts Posted 5 Aug 12:34 UTC Exclusive RYA member ticket offer for SIBS 2022 Exclusive RYA member ticket offer for SIBS 2022 The 53rd edition of the show will feature everything the leisure marine industry has to offer The Southampton International Boat Show is just around the corner (16-25 September 2022) and RYA members can take advantage of an exclusive 'buy one get one free' ticket offer. by Susie Nation-Grainger Posted 5 Aug 11:00 UTC How many fenders do I need for my boat? How many fenders do I need for my boat? A guide from upffront.com Boat fenders, sometimes known as boat bumpers, are an essential piece of equipment for protecting the hull from contact with docks, pilings or other boats. They are an essential for avoiding damage to your boat and other boats around you. by Aleix Escorsell Posted 4 Aug 16:00 UTC Sail, Service, Stay in Trinidad and Tobago Sail, Service, Stay in Trinidad and Tobago Sail to Trinidad, service your yacht and stay in paradise! Sail, Service, Stay: Come, moor your yacht and lime in Trinidad and Tobago by Trinidad and Tobago Posted 4 Aug 13:30 UTC Sailing (back) into the eye of the hurricane Sailing (back) into the eye of the hurricane Saildrone and NOAA are launching seven wind-powered ocean drones to collect data inside hurricanes Saildrone and NOAA are launching seven wind-powered ocean drones to collect data inside hurricanes in the Tropical Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. by Saildrone Posted 4 Aug 12:02 UTC Gunboat build updates Gunboat build updates The Gunboat 80 makes a sizable impression With a full prepreg structure that occupies a footprint of about 80' x 33', the Gunboat 80 makes a sizable impression! by Gunboat Posted 3 Aug 11:53 UTC Scientists appeal for reports of orca interactions Scientists appeal for reports of orca interactions The number of incidents reported had reached 200 The Cruising Association has teamed up with Orca Iberica to collect information about interactions between boats and orcas, as well as about passages without encounters. by Daria Blackwell Posted 3 Aug 10:18 UTC Oyster Reef habitat restoration Oyster Reef habitat restoration Scientists in coastal Georgia have been looking to further protect their shorelines Two projects assisting oyster reef habitat restoration that will protect Georgia's saltwater marshes and coastline. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 2 Aug 20:01 UTC SSCA 2022 Cruising Conference SSCA 2022 Cruising Conference St Augustine, Florida is the host site for the Seven Seas Cruising Association St Augustine, Florida is the host site for the SSCA Cruisers Conference or its maritime name, a "GAM" November 2022. by Seven Seas Cruising Association Posted 2 Aug 17:17 UTC Soyaslan showcases flair Soyaslan showcases flair With the world's largest cold-moulded catamaran Boutique boat builder Soyaslan has just launched what is believed to be the world's longest cold-moulded catamaran. by Soyaslan Marine Posted 2 Aug 06:29 UTC Can a place so isolating bring us closer? Can a place so isolating bring us closer? A project to help dissolve some of the barriers that keep people away from sailing Last night on Southsea beach, fish and chips and sparkling wine in hand, my friend Will and I toasted our beloved friend Chrissie. It had been a year since Chrissie passed. by The 59º North Quarterdeck Posted 1 Aug 20:03 UTC