Category: Commentary

Boating and King Tides: Navigating Nature’s Extremes Boating and King Tides: Navigating Nature’s Extremes King tides are the highest naturally occurring tides of the year,... Read More

How Coal Shaped Nautical History How Coal Shaped Nautical History Few resources transformed maritime history as dramatically as coal. Before its widespread use, ships relied... Read More

The Destructive Impact of Whaling on Marine Ecosystems The Destructive Impact of Whaling on Marine Ecosystems For centuries, whaling was a major global industry. Whale... Read More

The Ship’s Galley: The Heart of Life at Sea The Ship’s Galley: The Heart of Life at Sea On any vessel, from a small sailboat... Read More

Staying Warm Onboard During Winter: Comfort and Safety at Sea Staying Warm Onboard During Winter: Comfort and Safety at Sea Spending time aboard a boat... Read More

Winter Boating: Navigating the Cold Season Winter Boating: Navigating the Cold Season For many, boating is synonymous with summer sun and calm blue water. But... Read More

Winter Sailing: Life Afloat in Cold Climates Winter Sailing: Life Afloat in Cold Climates Winter sailing is not for the faint of heart. As temperatures... Read More

Ice Sailing: When the Sea Freezes but the Journey Continues Ice Sailing: When the Sea Freezes but the Journey Continues Ice sailing is one of... Read More

Cioppino and Its Nautical Connection Cioppino and Its Nautical Connection Cioppino is a rich seafood stew that reflects the working life of sailors and fishermen... Read More

Clam Chowder and Its Nautical Connection Clam Chowder and Its Nautical Connection Clam chowder is more than just a comforting bowl of soup. It is... Read More

Mariculture: Farming the Ocean for the Future Mariculture: Farming the Ocean for the Future Mariculture, a branch of aquaculture, focuses on the cultivation of marine... Read More