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Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) Navigation Requires New Skills for Many Mariners
Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) Navigation Requires New Skills for Many MarinersPerhaps you are an experienced mariner in Maine, Long Island Sound,...
Three Publishers: One Gold Standard from Explorer Chartbooks for the Bahamas
Being up-to-date and informed on your next voyage to the Bahamas has reached a new plateau.Waterway Guide Media, Explorer Chartbooks,...
We All Get Heavier As We Age – Even Our Boats!
As we (probably) all make New Year's resolutions to go on a diet, we keep getting reminded that we are...
Barcat Skipper: Tales of a Tangier Island Waterman - Chapter 13
This series by Waterway Guide Media features authors whose works align with America's nautical heritage. From waterfront villages to working...
Boating on Lake Pontchartrain
Lake Pontchartrain is an almost ideal body of water for boating. The oval-shaped waterway is nearly 40 miles from east...
Know Before You Go: Cruising The Turks & Caicos Islands
Think of the Caicos Bank as a 60-nm wide, circular, reef-fringed atoll. Water depths on the Bank run from around...
Crossing the Caicos Bank
The Caicos Bank is an almost circular atoll, 60 miles across at its widest point, approximately 1.8 to 3.8 meters/6...
Cellular Coverage & Staying Connected While Boating in The Bahamas
Cell coverage is generally good everywhere except perhaps the remotest islands and cays. Most U.S. companies will roam on the...
Learn the Nautical Signal Flags in a Fun New Way!
Nancy and Russell Bourne, along with their friend Robert Etheredge, embarked on a remarkable journey that led to the creation...
Buy One Get One FREE on Print Waterway Guides
Limited-Time Offer to Enhance Your Boating AdventuresFor a limited time, our ship store is offering an exclusive "Buy One Get...
Reporting Navigation Alerts
The submission of Navigation Alerts through Waterway Guide's Explorer plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and smooth sailing...
Navigating Together: A Thanksgiving Tribute to Our Partners and Community
As Thanksgiving approaches, Waterway Guide proudly reflects on the privilege of sponsoring and supporting an esteemed array of organizations within...
Barcat Skipper: Tales of a Tangier Island Waterman - Chapter 12
This series by Waterway Guide Media features authors whose works align with America's nautical heritage. From waterfront villages to working...
Rescue, Recovery, and Re-warm - The Maritime 3 R's
On the sea, especially in cold water environments, it is all about rescue, recovery and re-warming. I don't expect that...
Resources for Navigating the ICW
Some say, just follow the Aid to Navigation (ATONs). Others say pay more attention to the chart. Others have favorites...
Cruising through Hilton Head Island, SC
Hilton Head Island - ICW Mile 553 to Mile 565A bustling but beautiful year-round resort, Hilton Head Island, is probably...
Combustion Music Hope Town Festival
Combustion Music is excited to announce the return of the Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival for the weekend of...
Exciting Developments at Zimmerman Marine Mathews
The expansion project at ZMI Mathews, a year in the making, is now a reality. They've expanded their boat storage...
Anchoring in the Florida Keys
Anchoring in the Keys has some unique challenges but is well worth the effort. The bottom may be sand, rock...
Crossing the Gulf Stream
Crossing the Gulf Stream is like traversing a wide, moving walkway–your boat is being steadily pushed northward. The longer you...
The Unique Geography of the Bahamas and Its Challenges
A great part of the beauty and lore of The Bahamas is the geography. This same geography is what makes...
Bridge & Lock Schedules of the Atlantic ICW
This guide provides a comprehensive look at the scheduled openings and clearance heights of drawbridges, an indispensable tool for planning...
An Act of God – Just What Is That?
Any school child knows, or at least believes, a terrible storm or other natural phenomena that causes damage to your...
Hampton’s Lighted Boat Parade - December 16, 2023
December 16, 2023 - 6:00pm to 7:30pmThe Hampton River will come to life as a fleet of decorated boats parade...
Discover the Ultimate Boating Companion
At Waterway Guide, we understand the importance of having a reliable, comprehensive, and user-friendly tool to enhance your boating experience....
Cruising Adventure: The Bahamas Loop
What cruiser doesn't enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes from crossing their own wake? Cruisers love loops…It's an efficient...
DIY: Proper Propeller Removal
A Cautionary TaleA number of years ago as I was strolling through a boat yard, I came across a mechanic...
Salty Dawg Sailing Association Caribbean Rally Sets Sail
The seas are calling, and the Salty Dawg Sailing Association is ready to answer as they embark on their much-anticipated...
Our Experts' Big Five Anchoring Tips
When it's time to anchor, it's "The Big Five"- size, shape, strength, scope, and anti-chafe techniques that count. Get all...
Navigating from Port Arthur to Galveston Bay
From Louisiana to Mexico, the Texas coast covers over 400 miles. To the south, 113-mile-long Padre Island is the longest...
Cruising North & South Bimini
For many coming from the southern parts of Florida, Bimini is the main point of entry into The Islands of...
The Rule of the Road – Set to Poetry
Nearly 150 years ago, Captain Eldridge created the renowned Eldridge Tide and Pilot Book, the marine industry's most respected tide...
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Pioneers Sustainability
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), renowned as the world's premier boating event, is once again raising the bar...
Boat Whisperers
Remember the first time you and your mate went boating together? Amazing that any of us make it past that...
How To Find Marinas Before & During Your Boat Trips
Planning a boating trip involves several considerations, with one crucial aspect being the identification of suitable marinas along your intended...
Barcat Skipper: Tales of a Tangier Island Waterman - Chapter 11
This series by Waterway Guide Media features authors whose works align with America's nautical heritage. From waterfront villages to working...
Cruising the Florida Keys
The 125-mile-long arc of islands that make up the Florida Keys create a unique environment for exploration by land or...
Annapolis Boat Shows Wrap Up
Starting out in shorts and boat shoes, the Waterway Guide Media team opened the 2023 Annapolis Powerboat Show on October 5...
Tall Ship NAO TRINIDAD Visits Delaware City
The nao Trinidad was the flagship of the Magellan-Elcano expedition, leading the first sailing around the world between 1519 and...
Oasis Marinas Offers Incredible Fuel Discount
As the boating season winds down, many enthusiasts set their sights on a leisurely journey south along the Intracoastal Waterway...
Step Aboard New and Premiering Boats This Fall
The Waterway Guide team will be on-site for the Annapolis Sailboat show in Tent A. Please drop by and tell...
Winterizing - Now or Later, It Has To Be Done
Usually, as soon as I write a column on de-commissioning the boat for the winter season, Indian Summer arrives to...
Boater Tips & Education
Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) Navigation Requires New Skills for Many Mariners
Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) Navigation Requires New Skills for Many MarinersPerhaps you are an experienced mariner in Maine, Long Island Sound,...
We All Get Heavier As We Age – Even Our Boats!
As we (probably) all make New Year's resolutions to go on a diet, we keep getting reminded that we are...
Three Publishers: One Gold Standard from Explorer Chartbooks for the Bahamas
Being up-to-date and informed on your next voyage to the Bahamas has reached a new plateau.Waterway Guide Media, Explorer Chartbooks,...
Crossing the Caicos Bank
The Caicos Bank is an almost circular atoll, 60 miles across at its widest point, approximately 1.8 to 3.8 meters/6...
Cellular Coverage & Staying Connected While Boating in The Bahamas
Cell coverage is generally good everywhere except perhaps the remotest islands and cays. Most U.S. companies will roam on the...
Learn the Nautical Signal Flags in a Fun New Way!
Nancy and Russell Bourne, along with their friend Robert Etheredge, embarked on a remarkable journey that led to the creation...
Reporting Navigation Alerts
The submission of Navigation Alerts through Waterway Guide's Explorer plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and smooth sailing...
Rescue, Recovery, and Re-warm - The Maritime 3 R's
On the sea, especially in cold water environments, it is all about rescue, recovery and re-warming. I don't expect that...
Resources for Navigating the ICW
Some say, just follow the Aid to Navigation (ATONs). Others say pay more attention to the chart. Others have favorites...
Anchoring in the Florida Keys
Anchoring in the Keys has some unique challenges but is well worth the effort. The bottom may be sand, rock...
Crossing the Gulf Stream
Crossing the Gulf Stream is like traversing a wide, moving walkway–your boat is being steadily pushed northward. The longer you...
Bridge & Lock Schedules of the Atlantic ICW
This guide provides a comprehensive look at the scheduled openings and clearance heights of drawbridges, an indispensable tool for planning...
An Act of God – Just What Is That?
Any school child knows, or at least believes, a terrible storm or other natural phenomena that causes damage to your...
Discover the Ultimate Boating Companion
At Waterway Guide, we understand the importance of having a reliable, comprehensive, and user-friendly tool to enhance your boating experience....
Navigating from Port Arthur to Galveston Bay
From Louisiana to Mexico, the Texas coast covers over 400 miles. To the south, 113-mile-long Padre Island is the longest...
The Rule of the Road – Set to Poetry
Nearly 150 years ago, Captain Eldridge created the renowned Eldridge Tide and Pilot Book, the marine industry's most respected tide...
Boat Whisperers
Remember the first time you and your mate went boating together? Amazing that any of us make it past that...
How To Find Marinas Before & During Your Boat Trips
Planning a boating trip involves several considerations, with one crucial aspect being the identification of suitable marinas along your intended...
Cruising the Florida Keys
The 125-mile-long arc of islands that make up the Florida Keys create a unique environment for exploration by land or...
Annapolis Boat Shows Wrap Up
Starting out in shorts and boat shoes, the Waterway Guide Media team opened the 2023 Annapolis Powerboat Show on October 5...
Oasis Marinas Offers Incredible Fuel Discount
As the boating season winds down, many enthusiasts set their sights on a leisurely journey south along the Intracoastal Waterway...
Winterizing - Now or Later, It Has To Be Done
Usually, as soon as I write a column on de-commissioning the boat for the winter season, Indian Summer arrives to...
Tracks vs Routes - What's the Difference?
What's the difference between a track and a route? Which is best for you? To begin, be aware that tracks...
Waterway Guide Mobile App Update
Waterway Guide, the trusted source for boating and cruising information, is excited to announce the release of a significant update...
Cruising Long Island Sound
Long Island Sound packs history, high-tech boating and fun in an estuary that stretches 90 nm between New York City...
Cross-Sound Distances on Long Island Sound
The following is a selection of major cruising stops on Long Island Sound and the distances between them. It is...
Shackles
The standard that establishes dimensions and Work Load Limits (WLL) for shackles is Federal Spec. RR-C-271, often referred to simply...
Navigating the Florida Panhandle
For the cruising boat that reaches St. Georges Sound (and has a vertical clearance of less than 48 feet) it...
Boat Insurance - Friend or Foe?
Even though for some the boating season is almost over, we are well advised to be sure that we have...
Dancing with Boat Maintenance
Keeping our boats ship-shape is a term with so many twists and turns that the thought of undertaking a project...
Navigating the C&D Canal
The Chesapeake & Delaware (C&D) Canal provides a safe, time-saving passage between Delaware Bay and the Chesapeake Bay. The 12-mile-long...
Captain John Smith Trail
During Captain John Smith's three years in Virginia he traveled nearly 3,000 miles, claiming: "Heaven and Earth never agreed better...
Vessel Afire!
It would seem to me that one of the most frightening circumstances to be caught in is a boat afire. ...
Using an iPad Pro 12.9 for Navigation
Note: Bob Sherer (Bob423) is a contributing editor who posts navigation alerts across Waterway Guide's various platforms. Noted for his...
Size matters! Is there a cure for 10-foot-itis?
Do you dream that your 24' (7.31 m) trailer boat will somehow transform into a 34' (10.36 m) cruiser? Or...
Navigating the Aftermath of a Hurricane
After a storm has passed and authorities are allowing travel, get to your boat quickly. It's your responsibility to protect...
Locking Through the Erie Canal
There are 57 locks on the entire New York State Canal System. You will pass through 35 locks navigating the...
If You See Something, Say Something…
On August 29, 2011, an American, WW-II USCG hero, largely forgotten by all but US Coast Guard Forces, passed away...
Do You Know What Your Engine Oil Wants to Tell You?
Getting your engine, transmission, or lower unit oil tested can yield valuable information … if you know what to look...
Pesky Problems - Simple Solutions
A hand-cranked pencil sharpener instead of a battery or plug-in model? It often gets a few chuckles, but this is...
Preferred Destinations
Tall Ship NAO TRINIDAD Visits Delaware City
The nao Trinidad was the flagship of the Magellan-Elcano expedition, leading the first sailing around the world between 1519 and...
Fall Classic Regatta to benefit Hospice Sep. 29 - Oct.1st sailing from Irvington!
Jamestown Settlement's Godspeed
Sailors, it's not too late to join the Fall Classic Turkey Shoot Regatta, in support of local...
Plan Your Visit: Warming Up with Beaufort, South Carolina
While Northern states are still in the grip of cold weather Spring is approaching Beaufort, South Carolina, a Waterway Guide...
Chesapeake Bay Loop: South to North & Back
Our friends and families have been doing Chesapeake Bay loops forever, but we didn't call them that. We had five...
Preferred Destination: Discover Diverse Martin County, FL
In Martin County, Florida, you can watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean while deep-sea fishing, then head west to...
Preferred Destination: The Florida Keys
When Commodore Ralph Middleton Munroe was sailing and exploring the Keys at the turn of the 20th century from his...
Preferred Destination: Franklin County is a Shellabration and Retreat
This Waterway Guide Preferred Destination is just two hours south of Florida’s capital (Tallahassee) and remains a remote and quiet...
Onancock - A Shore Gem - Preferred Destination
Onancock sits in the center of Virginia’s Eastern Shore and boasts a walkable town with rich history, eclectic artisans and...
Preferred Destination: Hampton, VA Introduces a New Way to tour
Editor's Note: This story is one of many journeys you can take in the Waterway Guide Explorer Magazine. Click HERE. Hampton,...
12 Best Beaches in Nantucket: A Waterway Guide Preferred Destination
A small island with 82 miles of impeccable shoreline, Nantucket boasts a wide variety of gorgeous beaches. Whether you want...
Preferred Destination: Exploring Martin County from Agritourism to Fishin' for Bass
This week we’re excited to share Waterway Guide Preferred Destination, Martin County, Florida, where you can watch the sunrise over...
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