The Rudder

For those of you curious about where and when the idea for what we know as the rudder came from, try China around the 1st... Read More

The Helm

Hi folks, we thought we’d take a second to clear something up, and that’s what exactly is a helm. Well, it’s the entire steering mechanism... Read More

Coast Guard rescues three divers

Three recreational divers became stuck out at sea Thursday night and had to be rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard, officials said. Source: Coast Guard... Read More

The rise of coastal cruising

Cruises that hug the coasts of North America appeal to older, well-traveled passengers seeking a small-ship experience that doesn’t require distant travel, and new vessels... Read More

Some 50 migrants found dead

Some 50 migrants were found dead in the hold of a boat off the coast of Libya on Wednesday during a rescue operation which saved... Read More

Cargo ship stuck in Delaware River

A cargo ship became stuck over night in the Delaware River near Salem City, reports say. Source: U.S. Coast Guard responds to cargo ship stuck... Read More

Coast Guard’s Top Officer In Katrina Response Takes On New Leadership Role At Academy

NEW LONDON — Former Admiral Thad Allen ‘s legacy as the face of the Coast Guard during the Hurricane Katrina rescue effort is lending strength... Read More

2,000 Posts

We’ve been blogging here for a while, and it’s been an enjoyable experience. This past Friday we hit our 2,000th post. Something we never expected.... Read More

An Anchor

We’ve been working on a design project that uses nautical objects to tie the theme together, and of course we want to incorporate an anchor.... Read More

Stowaways taken into custody

MAYPORT, Fla. — U.S. Customs and Border protection took three stowaways into custody Thursday afternoon who had hitched a ride aboard a ship out of... Read More

Historic Coast Guard cutter Eagle stops in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTHThe ship masts and intertwined rig ropes of the cutter Eagle cut a fine figure against the blue and white sky as it glided on... Read More