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How Tides and Currents Affect Coastal Navigation

Why Tides and Currents Matter Ignore tides and currents at your peril. They ground boats, sweep vessels off course, prevent marina access, and create dangerous...

Dec 21, 2025 Captain Tom Bradley 7 min
Boating

Marine Compass Navigation: Traditional Skills for Modern Sailors

Why Compasses Still Matter in the GPS Age Every modern boat has GPS, so why bother with a compass? Because electronics fail. Batteries die, screens...

Dec 20, 2025 Captain Tom Bradley 6 min
Boating

GPS Navigation for Boaters: Setup, Use, and Best Practices

How GPS Changed Boating Forever Before GPS, coastal navigation required charts, compasses, dividers, parallel rulers, and constant vigilance. Offshore passages meant celestial navigation with sextants...

Dec 19, 2025 Captain Tom Bradley 7 min
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Safety

Funnel-Mouthed Fish Species: Unique Marine Life Identification Guide

The Fascinating World of Funnel Fish In the vast ocean, life takes on many fascinating forms. One such unique creature is the funnel fish. Despite...

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 4 min
Safety

Solo Sailing Adventures: Lessons from Long-Distance Voyages

Andrew Bedwell embarks on a unique maritime venture, designing an ultra-compact vessel for ocean voyages, challenging conventional boat design with his innovative vision.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 3 min
Navigation

Freediving Records: Human Limits in Breath-Hold Diving

Discover the remarkable world of static apnea, a freediving discipline where individuals push human limits by holding their breath underwater for record durations.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 4 min
Safety

West Marine Store Guide: Essential Gear for Every Boater

Discover West Marine in Brick, NJ—a top destination for boating enthusiasts. This store offers a wide range of marine supplies and services for sailors, boaters, and fishers.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 5 min
Boating

Boat Restoration Projects: Bringing Neglected Vessels Back to Life

Learn the basics of diagnosing and fixing a broken boat. Discover common causes like weather damage and corrosion, and find efficient solutions to get back on the water.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 5 min
Marine Equipment

Top Bareboat Charter Destinations for Sailors

Discover the best bareboat charter destinations, where sailing offers freedom and adventure. Explore top spots like the British Virgin Islands for an unforgettable experience.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 5 min
Navigation

Naples Boating Accident Lawsuit Seeks Justice

Explore boating in Naples, FL, a haven for enthusiasts. But beware—accidents can lead to injuries and lawsuits. Understanding maritime and personal injury laws is crucial.

Oct 29, 2024 Captain Tom Bradley 6 min
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