Feb 10, 2016
Stuck at home and need a fix of the beautiful Nova Scotia coastline? Check out www.novascotiawebcams.com .You can enjoy Peggy’s Cove, Cape Forchu lighthouse and much more.
It seems drone videos are all the rage and the folks at Shining Waters Marine located on St. Margarets Bay near Halifax have a nice one:
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July 24, 2025 While it’s not fair to link out of control jet-ski drivers with the responsible, licensed and careful boating community, the general public may not understand the difference. So, when we read that there is a growing campaign to ban boating activities, even if it is directed at rental PWC drivers who are…
July 24, 2025 The origins of these beliefs stem from early days at sea when sailors ventured into uncharted waters for fishing, trading and exploration. At a time when scientific explanations for the various dangers and phenomena were unknown, these mariners put faith in the greater powers to help guide their safe passage. Believing in…
July 24, 2025 By Mustang Survival In an effort to improve water safety and reduce preventable drownings, regulators have introduced updates to PFD regulations aimed at making flotation devices more accessible and appealing to wear. By focusing on comfort, clarity, and ease of use, these new personal flotation device requirements are designed to encourage more…
July 24, 2025 The new Gran Turismo 35 and Gran Turismo 40 Coupé have been drawn and engineered to revolutionize the express cruiser segment by offering modern living spaces, an unrivaled driving experience, and a stunning design. The new boats will be unveiled at their World premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025. Gran Turismo…
July 10, 2025 By Marc Robic To the surprise and shock of many Quebec boaters, the municipality of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, west of Montreal, has recently passed a new regulation prohibiting all boats at the renowned Valleyfield Marina from storing their vessels on land during the winter. This will be effective fall of 2026. As many of…
July 10, 2025 Why the superstitions? The origins of these beliefs stem from early days at sea when sailors ventured into uncharted waters for fishing, trading and exploration. At a time when scientific explanations for the various dangers and phenomena were unknown, these mariners put faith in the greater powers to help guide their safe…
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.”
