A VHF marine band radio is your first line of communication on the water, allowing you to talk to the Coast Guard and other boat traffic. Use Channel 16 only for hailing and emergencies. Some center ...

Every year, countless boaters enjoy “the lake life,” hanging out with friends in the cove, pulling the kids on tubes, skis and boards, or if they’re really lucky, enjoying all of the above from a ...

Whether it's a high-speed jet-boat adventure or a leisurely island cruise, there's nothing like the freedom you feel when you get out on the open water. For your summer travels, our experts have ...

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT. IF YOU’VE EVER DREAMED OF GETTING ON A BOAT LIKE THIS, YOU CAN COME ON OUT TO THE CHESAPEAKE BAY BOAT SHOW WHERE THEY HAVE THESE BOATS FOR YOU TO COME AND CHECK OUT, AND SO MUCH ...

Every boater's been there - there's one spot left at the dock and it's a tight fit. The question is: do you go for it, knowing you have, at best, even odds of success or embarrassing gracelessness, or ...