Miscellaneous (33)

A buoy on the water.

What Are Buoys and Why Are They Important?

When you spend time on the water, it's important to understand proper navigational rules and signals. One of the biggest ways to mark navigation information for waterways is through the use of buoys. These nautical devices are often round or oval-shaped but can also look…

The back of a boat on the water showing a gas motor, electronic boat motor vs gas concept.

Electronic Boat Motor vs. Gas: Which Is Better?

Recreational boating is continuing to grow in popularity, and to enjoy it and have a safe boating season, you need to have the right equipment. That includes a quality motor. Choosing the best one for your situation can significantly enhance your boating experience. Whether you're thinking…

A boat on calm waters near a shore, tide table concept.

What Is a Tide Table?

When planning a day at the beach or a boat trip, one thing to monitor is the tide. Understanding tides and current conditions can help you learn if the water is low enough to go beachcombing, for example, or high enough for your boat to…

Wide view of a red sky at night, the concept of sailor superstitions.

How to Stay Safe from 13 Sailor Superstitions

Seafaring is one of the world's oldest occupations, so it is only natural that in times of inexplicable events, superstitions have played a major role in providing reasons for them. The uncontrollable nature of the sea has given way to many nautical lores, each as…