How-to: Seamanship

If you crave more time on the water, check out the quickest way to get out on your local bay, river, or harbor: paddleboarding, also called Stand Up Paddleboard or SUP for short. …Read More

Are you ready to handle a boat while also handling a baby? We’ll tell you all you need to know to keep your little one safe and happy while onboard. …Read More

How to fight a fire on board, we look at a few easy prevention tips to keep you safe and the fire fighting equipment that should be on every boat. …Read More

Rupert Holmes looks at where to find suitable boat moorings and how to pick it up and secure the boat without fuss …Read More

Driving a personal watercraft isn't as easy as you might imagine, our guide has some handy tips to ensure success and help keep you safe. …Read More

All you need to know about autopilots and self-steering gear, how they work, what features to look for and how to choose the right one for your needs. …Read More

How not to skipper a boat. A light-hearted look at all the ways poor seamanship can ruin a sailing trip. …Read More

How can you save money on your boat's fuel bill? We share some top fuel-saving tips that will be kind on your wallet and cut your fuel use. …Read More

Alex Smith disregards his own helming inadequacies to poke fun at some of the world’s most commonplace powerboating mistakes. Images courtesy of the RNLI. …Read More

If you have a dog and you don’t take him on your boat, you are both missing out, Lenny Rudow outlines his top tips for sharing boating with your pooch. …Read More