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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...

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...

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...

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....

DIY: Proper Propeller Removal

A Cautionary TaleA number of years ago as I was strolling through a boat yard, I came across a mechanic...

Fall 2023 Boat Show Season

The Fall Boat Show Season is on the horizon, promising a collection of exciting opportunities for boat enthusiasts to explore...

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...

Gina L. Cicotello, Waterway Guide's Newest Navigation Editor

The publication of this book, Waterway Guide's 2023 edition of Northern, is a highlight of my new adventures in self-employment.Serendipity...

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...

Robert White: The Instrument Master At Work

Robert White's StoryIt's rare to see the maritime community unanimously anoint one person or service above all others. But when...

Barcat Skipper: Tales of a Tangier Island Waterman - Chapter 7

This series by Waterway Guide Media features authors whose works align with America's nautical heritage. From waterfront villages to working...

Locks & Locking Through

Many rivers in North America are a series of pools created by dams. When the dams also include locks, navigation...

BoatTest: Leopard 40 PC

The Leopard 40 PC is a luxurious and captivating catamaran, expertly designed to deliver the ultimate seafaring experience. With a...

Illegal Charter Operations Awareness

MARINE SAFETY INFORMATION BULLETIN 424-23AUG 11, 2023 ILLEGAL CHARTER OPERATIONS AWARENESS Illegal passenger vessel operations, to include illegal bareboat charters, continue to...

Using Your iPhone or Tablet to Plan Boating Adventures with Waterway Guide

A short overview of how Waterway Guide shows you important details and points of interest when planning a boating trip....

Tips for Dealing With Onboard Waste

Up until the late 1980s, many boaters simply discharged their untreated sewage overboard into the water. After a revision to...

Enjoying Lake Michigan’s Other Coast

Lake Michigan is 307 miles long, up to 118 miles wide and with a surface area of 22,300 square miles...

The Perfect Boat: How Can You Tell It's A-OK?

Imagine gently swinging on the hook aboard your perfect boat. At the end of a spectacular day of boating you...

Finding Fuel Prices & Fuel Docks

Fuel prices and fuel dock locations are crucial factors that greatly impact the budget and overall experience of boaters. To...

Hurricanes May (or May Not) Miss Us – and They Leave Deadly Rip Tides

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett died on June 25, 2023 in an apparent drowning off a Florida beach, authorities said,...

Rules of the "Road" when Boating

Anyone planning to cruise U.S. waterways should be familiar with the rules of the road. Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and Small...

Best Practices for Navigating Port Security & Protections Zones

The U.S. Coast Guard and Customs and Border Patrol–both components of the Department of Homeland Security–handle port security in the...

Navigating the St. Lawrence River

By Michael O'ReillyBang! Splash! Crash! It's never good to be awakened by hitting the ceiling of your cabin berth… I quickly...

Independence Day Fireworks Displays on America's Waterways

There is no better place to view a patriotic 4th of July fireworks display than on the water! Here are...

Traveling Tips for the Triangle Loop

For those who don't have time to complete the Great Loop, or who have the extra time for a side...

Atlantic Hurricane Season 2023 Alert

Hurricane Season commences June 1st and continues through November 30th. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this...

Vessel Safety Checks - Peace of Mind for the Boating Season

A Vessel Safety Check from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadron is a great (& safe) way...

Canadian Man Embarks on Solo Paddle of the Great Loop

Photo Credit: Mark's Instagram @markervin_ Mark Ervin (Fuhrmann), a 65-year-old Canadian, is in the midst of an extraordinary solo kayaking...

Weather Apps Evaluated – Real Time

It's Sunday, 4/23/2023 and I'm sitting here in Titusville listening to the wind howl. Windy predicted 10 to 13 kt...

Chart Your Course: Top Boating Adventures for Your Bucket List!

In honor of National Bucket List Day on April 24th, we've put together the ultimate bucket list for cruisers! Add...

Waterway Guide Releases Android App

Waterway Guide is excited to announce the release of the Android version of the Waterway Guide App, the must-have resource...

Spring Boat Show Season Is Here

With the arrival of spring, many boat enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the upcoming boat shows scheduled to take place in...

NOAA Chart Offsets – Has this happened to you?

Have you ever been in the middle of a channel and found yourself aground? That happened on 11/23/2022 to Eric...

Oasis Marinas Signs Three New Management Contracts in October

In the month of October, Oasis Marinas added three new properties to their wide portfolio of properties, including Doyne's Marine,...

Discover Boating Boat Shows Kick-Off in Nashville January 5th as Brand Expands to 11 Major Market Events

NMMA Continuing its Long-Standing Relationship with Progressive® Insurance for Discover Boating® Boat and Sport ShowsDiscover Boating®, powered by the NMMA...

Coverts’ Operation: Following the Dream Inspiration Tour in Progress

Editor's Note: Captain Hugh and Julie Covert, new additions to the Waterway Guide Media team of Cruising Editors, are on...

Tiara Yachts Encourages Support of Great Lakes Boat Building School to Develop Strong Marine Workforce

In the face of the pandemic, the marine industry has faced several challenges, including supply chain and workforce disruptions. In...

Will Hurricane Season Be Starting Earlier?

While NWS considers moving the Atlantic storm season up 2 weeks, BoatUS has the goods on how to prepare your...

Ontario, Canada: A charming surprise awaits in Orillia

I have lived in Ontario my whole life but have only recently had the pleasure of visiting the City...

Boater Tips & Education

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...

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....

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...

Illegal Charter Operations Awareness

MARINE SAFETY INFORMATION BULLETIN 424-23AUG 11, 2023 ILLEGAL CHARTER OPERATIONS AWARENESS Illegal passenger vessel operations, to include illegal bareboat charters, continue to...

Using Your iPhone or Tablet to Plan Boating Adventures with Waterway Guide

A short overview of how Waterway Guide shows you important details and points of interest when planning a boating trip....

Tips for Dealing With Onboard Waste

Up until the late 1980s, many boaters simply discharged their untreated sewage overboard into the water. After a revision to...

The Perfect Boat: How Can You Tell It's A-OK?

Imagine gently swinging on the hook aboard your perfect boat. At the end of a spectacular day of boating you...

Finding Fuel Prices & Fuel Docks

Fuel prices and fuel dock locations are crucial factors that greatly impact the budget and overall experience of boaters. To...

Hurricanes May (or May Not) Miss Us – and They Leave Deadly Rip Tides

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett died on June 25, 2023 in an apparent drowning off a Florida beach, authorities said,...

Rules of the "Road" when Boating

Anyone planning to cruise U.S. waterways should be familiar with the rules of the road. Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and Small...

Best Practices for Navigating Port Security & Protections Zones

The U.S. Coast Guard and Customs and Border Patrol–both components of the Department of Homeland Security–handle port security in the...

Independence Day Fireworks Displays on America's Waterways

There is no better place to view a patriotic 4th of July fireworks display than on the water! Here are...

Traveling Tips for the Triangle Loop

For those who don't have time to complete the Great Loop, or who have the extra time for a side...

Vessel Safety Checks - Peace of Mind for the Boating Season

A Vessel Safety Check from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadron is a great (& safe) way...

NOAA Chart Offsets – Has this happened to you?

Have you ever been in the middle of a channel and found yourself aground? That happened on 11/23/2022 to Eric...

10 Ways To Prevent Fuel Spills

We all share the same water, so being a responsible boater is everyone’s job. BoatU.S. explains how to do your...

Deck Repairs: Stopping Leaks Early is Key

Tape should not be considered a permanent repair, but it is important to stop any leaks as quickly as possible....

Life Jackets: The Life You Save Will Be Your Own

For many years, we referred to life-jackets as “PFD’s” – Personal Flotation Devices. Jeesh, can the lawyers get over it?...

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