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Snow Goose Migrates South

Part 2 of our three-part series about Onne and Tenley van der Wal’s ICW voyage on the 36-foot trawler Onne, a marine photographer, spent two years refitting.

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Current News & Articles

The Best Sunscreens For Boaters: Our Top 5 Picks

Sun protection is vital when spending time on the water. But not all sunscreens are equal. Here’s what makes a good sunscreen for environmentally conscious boaters

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Congratulations! You Did It!

Take inspiration from these BoatU.S. members who pushed through their ­nervousness, cast off beyond their comfort zones, and came home with new confidence and stories to tell. What does your summer have in store?

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The Lowdown on Digital Switching

The ‘connected’ boat delivers real-time control and monitoring of everything happening aboard – even when owners are miles away

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Explore Our Video Library

New to boat handling or need a refresher? We'll show you how to properly use your powerboat's shift and throttle controls. Lenny Rudow explains the different "gears" on your single engine powerboat and the safest way to accelerate and decelerate.

How-To DIY

Turn a Cooler Into a Compartment

You say you have a cooler you’d rather use for stowing gear than chilling drinks? Here’s how you can add sufficient ventilation without ruining the structure.

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5 Things Boaters Never Maintain, But Should

Here’s a look at often-ignored items that need a little love

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Keep Your Cool...er

If you’re sick and tired of that ice chest sliding across your deck every time you hit a wave, there’s a simple solution

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June| July 2024

From BoatUS Magazine, America's Most-Trusted Boating Magazine

BoatUS Magazine, official publication of the Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), provides recreational boating skills, DIY maintenance, safety, news, lifestyle and personality profiles, and insight from top experts. The award-winning boating magazine publishes several issues a year and is an exclusive benefit of BoatUS Membership.

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