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America's Boating Channel has published the second Animated Navigation Rules training video, concentrating on the navigation lights that small-boat operators need to recognise.
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Marine businesses are being invited to contribute evidence to the Marine Management Organisation's review of recreational boating and anchoring practices within English marine protected …
Boat owners and operators on the Thames have regained a dry-docking option after Sunbury Dry Dock reopened through a lease with R8 Marine, with …
The UK Hydrographic Office is asking recreational boaters to contribute to a new pricing survey for ADMIRALTY paper charts, with responses requested by 31 …
How RYA Scotland champions boaters’ interests across our waters is reviewed by LBG for its practical relevance to recreational boaters and owners.
BoatU.S. Magazine Names Top Boating Towns of 2026 is reviewed by LBG for its practical relevance to recreational boaters and owners.
TowBoatUS Brings On-Water Assistance to Lake Fork Reservoir Boaters and Anglers is reviewed by LBG for its practical relevance to recreational boaters and owners.
New Jersey Partners with BoatUS Foundation to Track Abandoned Boats is reviewed by LBG for its practical relevance to recreational boaters and owners.
Connecticut Commentary Highlights Boater Education, Responsible Wakesurfing and Access to Public Waterways is reviewed by LBG for its practical relevance to recreational boaters and …
Jeanneau’s fifth SoCal owners rendezvous brought existing owners together in San Diego for a community-focused day around shared boating experience.
Jeanneau has issued an owner-focused guide to maintaining production sailboats through regular inspections, seasonal work and preventative care.
The RYA East Cruising Conference will take place at Royal Hospital School near Ipswich on 25 October with a full day of practical cruising …
The Royal Yachting Association has launched a new edition of its Powerboat Handling handbook built around real-world boating scenarios. Rather than treating navigation, preparation …
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