Category: Commentary

Nautical navigation, the practice of guiding ships and boats from one location to another, has been around for thousands of years. The earliest forms of... Read More

Boating has been an important aspect of human civilization for thousands of years. In fact, the earliest known evidence of boat building dates back to... Read More

Once upon a time, there was a world where the seas were considered merely as barriers between continents, and their importance was overlooked. The people... Read More

Marine environments are some of the most complex and diverse ecosystems on the planet, providing numerous benefits to humans and other forms of life. A... Read More

Boating is an exciting and enjoyable activity that provides an escape from the everyday hustle and bustle of life. Whether for fishing, water sports, or... Read More

Sometimes we forget the importance of patience. Things require time, so, we should be a little easier on each other and ourselves. Have a happy... Read More

Well folks, 2023 got off to a bumpy start, but we can all manage if we hang in together. Let the winter storms pass and... Read More

California has been experiencing extreme weather severely impacting nautical travel. Be safe, and if you can avoid boating during this time even better. Read More

Due to excessive sand build-up, the Santa Barbara harbor is nearly closed. Use caution and work with staff to ensure your safety. Dredging should start... Read More

Merry Christmas to all. Enjoy and be safe! Read More

Hello folks: We’ve been making some behind-the-scenes changes to our site. Hopefully, this improves your enjoyment of our site and keeps you coming back for... Read More