Learning more about the Aids to Navigation System and related nautical charts will improve your coastal pilotage skills, seamanship and safety.

May 6, 2007 - Alan Sorum

New downloadable iPhone applications for boating enable portable GPS marine navigation that is convenient, cost-saving technology ideal for small boats.

Oct 13, 2010 - Diane Seltzer

A radio navigation system, with history extending back to the era of World War II has been slated for decommissioning in February of 2010.

Jan 13, 2010 - Alan Sorum

Nathaniel Bowditch's American Practical Navigator is a navigational reference that should be part of every mariner's library. A historic resource for sailors.

Jan 11, 2010 - Alan Sorum

Boaters should understand the basic navigation principles that underlie the basis of modern GPS receivers. This knowledge will improve your results and ease of use.

Sep 6, 2006 - Alan Sorum

This article deals with the issues facing the unemployed in America both financial and emotional. Tips and suggestions are provided.

Jan 3, 2011 - Lisa Hudson

Genetically wired into insect brains are seasonal clocks, innate compasses, and maps that help these tiny long-distance migrants travel.

Oct 24, 2009 - Albert Burchsted

Paper charts are not your only navigation option. Try viewing an on-line version of the marine chart used in your area of operation to compliment your GPS chart plotter.

Sep 24, 2006 - Alan Sorum

Boaters considering a career in charter boat operations or wishing the carry passengers for hire should consider securing a OUPV or Masters license from the Coast Guard

Nov 14, 2007 - Alan Sorum

At a California military training facility, U.S. Marines are learning how to use donkeys and mules as partners in upcoming combat missions in Afghanistan.

Jul 11, 2009 - Jeremy Mangum

Loran-C is slated to be upgraded with modern technology to serve as an effective backup to GPS satellite navigation.

Feb 15, 2008 - Alan Sorum

Cancer places a tremendous financial burden on patients, even when health insurance is in place. Many organizations can help.

Nov 11, 2007 - Jamie McIntosh

Remember to register your contact and vessel information after purchasing a new marine radio equipped with Digital Selective Calling.

Sep 29, 2007 - Alan Sorum

GPS Navigation software and an electronic chart system (ECS) installed on the iPhone make a powerful aid to navigation for the small boat navigator.

Jun 30, 2010 - George Backwell

Advances in passive acoustic monitoring are helping keep track of endangered whales. Right whales return to former killing ground and blue whales are singing off NYC.

Jun 9, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

The Couple-Mate, F2 trailer jack and Swift Hitch camera system are products boaters can use to make the coupling of a boat trailer hitch to a tow vehicle easier.

Jul 11, 2008 - Alan Sorum

Underwater boat lights can help you attract fish, can light the way for swimmers, and can just add ambiance to your boat. Most now come as LED lights.

Jan 29, 2011 - Jane Anderson

Boaters can quickly get into trouble when an onboard GPS navigation system fails and there isn't a dependable backup readily available.

Nov 3, 2008 - Alan Sorum

Government agencies provide a number of publications useful for navigating safety in foreign and United States waters. Many are available online or at nominal cost.

Jan 1, 2008 - Alan Sorum