Always check the weather before heading out for a day of boating. A.I.-generated by Adobe Firefly As experienced boaters know and newbies will soon learn, boating isn't always blue skies, sunshine, ...

From storms to hybrid tech, the initial 2026 Boat of the Year trials revealed major shifts in cruising design and priorities.

Weeks of cold, windy weather have put a bit of a hold on the boating season, according to area representatives of the boating industry. “The weather killed us,” PortSide Marine Owner Ron Rishavy said.

As a past member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, it was disturbing to see the photo on the front page of the Friday 12/20 newspaper. One of the things we taught in our safe boating classes was the ...

South Florida will stay quiet and dry to close out the weekend and start the new week, but a couple of hazards remain in ...

Reduce your risks at the helm of your boat on our local waters. Take a USCG-certified class to make you a safer boater.