Aft — Toward the back of the boat. Aground — Touching or fast to the bottom. Amidships — In or toward the center of the boat. Athwartships — At right angles to the centerline of the boat; rowboat ...

Learning to operate a boat is much like learning to drive a car. The basics of navigation are fairly clear, but many lessons are learned simply through observation over time. It’s as much about ...

Officials say children 12 or older are eligible for a vessel operator’s license, but that they will not be able to operate ...

Bowrise, or inclination, affects several aspects of your boat’s ride and handling. The basic thing to remember is that if the bow is up, the stern is down—and vice versa. So, if you are navigating a ...