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How-to: Seamanship

  1. How-To / Seamanship

    The Autokinetic Effect: An Unexpected Danger of Boating at Night

    Lenny Rudow
    Jul 11, 2011

    Boating in the dark can trick your eyes in unexpected ways. …Read More

  2. How-To / Seamanship

    New Regulations Proposed: Engine Cut Off Lanyards

    Lenny Rudow
    Jun 28, 2011

    The Coast Guard may make engine cut offs mandatory, and now’s your chance to comment. …Read More

  3. How-To / Seamanship

    Boat Electrical Outlet Installation

    Ed Sherman
    Jun 24, 2011

    How your boat's electrical outlets are installed could save a life. …Read More

  4. How-To / Seamanship

    Boat Storage and Bow Thrusters

    Ed Sherman
    Jun 9, 2011

    Using the area around a bow thruster for storage can be tricky. Here are a few tips to prevent damage. …Read More

  5. How-To / Seamanship

    Is Rust on Sailboat Rigging Dangerous?

    Ed Sherman
    Apr 25, 2011

    Stainless rigging that shows signs of rust could be a safety hazard, Ed Sherman explains. …Read More

  6. How-To / Seamanship

    Life Jackets Mandatory for Adults in Massachusetts?

    Doug Logan
    Apr 5, 2011

    A bill that would have amended state law to require that PFDs be worn by everyone on boats under 20’ LOA did not win support in the legislature. …Read More

  7. How-To / Seamanship

    Marine Wire Markings Deciphered

    Ed Sherman
    Apr 4, 2011

    What's all that writing on a boat's wires? Ed Sherman explains. …Read More

  8. How-To / Seamanship

    California, the Tsunami, and its 5000-mile Punch

    Zuzana Prochazka
    Mar 18, 2011

    The U.S. West Coast was fortunate, but even at a great distance from the Japanese earthquake’s epicenter, the effects of the resulting tsunami were dramatic. Santa Cruz Harbor was hit hardest. …Read More

  9. How-To / Seamanship

    Shore Power Electrical Safety

    Ed Sherman
    Feb 21, 2011

    Why does a shore power cord melt before the dock box circuit breaker trips? …Read More

  10. How-To / Seamanship

    Expired Flares and Medical Supplies

    Ed Sherman
    Feb 14, 2011

    Is it a good idea to keep out of date safety equipment as a backup? …Read More

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