National Parks by Small Boat: From Biscayne’s Mangroves to Voyageurs
Several US national parks reveal a different side from the water, with sheltered mangrove routes, northern lakes and reservoir canyons accessible to small craft.
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Stargazing from a Small Boat: Plan a Calm Lake Night Under Dark Skies
A sheltered lake can be a memorable place to watch the stars, but night navigation, weather and a safe anchorage must be planned well before sunset.
Six Idaho Lakes Worth Exploring by Small Boat, from Coeur d’Alene to Payette
Idaho’s lakes provide varied small-boat holidays, from the mountain scenery around Payette Lake to the expansive waters of Pend Oreille and Coeur d’Alene.
Wildlife Refuge Week from the Water: A Quiet Small-Boat Escape
National Wildlife Refuge Week offers a reason to explore shorelines and wetlands by small boat, but low speeds and respect for protected areas are essential.
Six American Waterfront Escapes for the Coming Holiday Season
Late autumn and winter offer a different kind of American boating break, from city waterfronts to Florida waterways. The right small-craft outing starts with season-aware planning.
Golf in the Morning, Boating in the Afternoon: American Coastal Escapes
Combining golf and boating can create a relaxed short holiday when the golf course and marina are genuinely within reach. Explore destinations and planning considerations.
Autumn Foliage from a Small Boat: Five American Waterways to Explore
Autumn brings quieter ramps and vivid lakeside colour. We examine five boating destinations and the preparation needed for a safe foliage outing in a small boat.
Flash Drought Prompts Water Transfers and Emergency Canal Repairs
Canal & River Trust has described the extraordinary work undertaken during the 2026 summer drought, when water levels fell rapidly across parts of the canal network. According to its September …
Preston Brook Tunnel Survey Creates Digital Twin of Historic Canal Passage
Engineers working for Canal & River Trust have carried out a detailed survey of Preston Brook Tunnel on the Trent and Mersey Canal, producing a three-dimensional digital model of the …
Winter Canal Works Will Replace 136 Lock Gate Leaves Across 33 Routes
Canal & River Trust is preparing engineering work across thirty-three navigations in England and Wales during the winter of 2026–27. The programme announced on 25 September includes replacement of at …
Cossington Lock Repairs Brought Forward Ahead of Winter Flood Risk
Canal & River Trust has brought forward repair work at Cossington Lock in Leicestershire rather than waiting for its normal winter engineering programme. The charity announced the decision on 5 …
Canal & River Trust Prepares New App to Help Boaters Report Problems
The Canal & River Trust is developing a Boater App intended to simplify how people report problems encountered along its waterways. In its 11 September 2026 Boaters' Update, the charity …
Sailing Holidays Combine Dinghy Training and Family Time in 2026
The RYA's January 2026 preview of holiday and training exhibitors at the Dinghy and Watersports Show highlighted choices stretching from sheltered Mediterranean dinghy sailing to UK residential courses. The exhibition …
10 Best Rivers for Boating: Top River Boating Destinations
10 Best Rivers for Boating: Top River Boating Destinations is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable time …
The 8 Best Canada Boating Destinations to Visit in 2026
The 8 Best Canada Boating Destinations to Visit in 2026 is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable …
The Top 2026 Travel Destinations for Boaters
The Top 2026 Travel Destinations for Boaters is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable time on the …
Happy Holidays from Discover Boating!
Happy Holidays from Discover Boating! is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable time on the water.
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