Little Eddie Log: And Don’t forget the Lower Unit, Eddie

Nov 9, 2023
Last issue, Little Eddie attended to the fall oil change but thanks to Dad’s reminder, he’s changing the lower unit fluid too. Fall conditioning is a task for the dedicated!
Nov 9, 2023
Last issue, Little Eddie attended to the fall oil change but thanks to Dad’s reminder, he’s changing the lower unit fluid too. Fall conditioning is a task for the dedicated!
June 26, 2025 Our Photo of the Week comes from Halifax and Atlantic Boating. Wind, Women & Water brings together four yacht clubs from around Halifax Harbour: the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron (RNSYS), Dartmouth Yacht Club (DYC), Armdale Yacht Club (AYC) and Bedford Basin Yacht Club (BBYC). Look at the recent turnout. This is…
June 26, 2025 With Canada Day coming up next Tuesday, it’s a good time to take a break from what is certainly a double scoop of irritants in this world. It turns out that this is a pretty wonderful country to live in, as most of us already knew. After an all-Canadian unpredictably cool spring…
June 26, 2025 Learn how to use the right tools to balance the boat and get on plane more quickly and efficiently If you are new to boating, the “Boating Basics” series of videos from Mercury Marine provides an engaging, educational guide to our favorite pastime that will help you gain confidence on the water. Even if…
June 26, 2025 The European M37 power catamaran is heading our way. Built in Poland by Makai the boat now has a US dealer and eyes on this market. The M37 is quite a looker and delivers power catamaran fuel-efficiency and an unprecedented helming experience. It features two distinct and refined cabin spaces, with layouts…
A boat crossing lock 2, Chambly Canal National Historic Site © Parks Canada / François Houle June 26, 2025 As part of the Canada Strong Pass initiative, the Government of Canada is offering free admission to national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada. This also includes free lockage at the…
June 26, 2025 We’re thrilled to announce that our 6 new mini-courses are now live! For new boaters or simply for those looking to boost their confidence for the summer, these short, practical courses are designed to help our community build real-world skills. 6 Must-Have Topics Every Boater Should Master LEARN MORE HERE From docking…
By Craig Ritchie
Photos by Starcraft Marine
Building great boats has always come down to a mix of art and science, and that’s particularly true when it comes to meeting the biggest challenge of all—creating an appealing yet affordable family runabout. Buyers want a boat that is affordable but not stripped to the bare bones.
Enter Starcraft and its delightful SV 16 OB, an all-new-for-2025 family deck boat that elegantly balances comfort, amenities and affordability.
By Mark Stevens
Photos by Sharon Matthews-Stevens
As I shift our chartered canal boat into neutral, I’m soothed by the soundtrack of bird calls, the occasional plaintive horn of a distant train and the hum of our engine.
I reach for the VHF to radio the lockmaster in charge of Erie Canal’s Lock 32 dead ahead. Our boat spins gently in the current like a maple key in a mud puddle.
“This is Onondaga,” I say. “Headed westbound and requesting passage.”