Boats and boating

Early Indicators Point to Another Busy Summer

Harbor reservations are at an all-time high, ferries have robust bookings and the airport is bracing for its annual onslaught of private and commercial planes.

Tisbury Eyes Anchoring Moratorium in Lake Tashmoo

Worried about environmental damage, Tisbury officials are scheduled to talk about a potential moratorium on March 8.

Free Vessel Safety Checks Offered

The Martha’s Vineyard Coast Guard Auxiliary reminds boaters that vessel safety examinations are available at no cost for recreational boat owners.

Island Harbors, Marinas Win Awards

Seven Martha's Vineyard boating operations have won 2020 Boater's Choice Awards from Cambridge-based marinas.com.

Cuttyhunk, Menemsha Harbors Delay Opening As Boating Season Looms

With shipyards prohibited under the state stay-at-home order from launching boats, at least two harbors have delayed opening for the upcoming boating season.

Return of the Schooner Valora

Eight years ago, the schooner Valora broke loose in a vicious August storm and smashed against the Vineyard Haven breakwater. Valora was gone.

Ketch Ayuthia Makes Maiden Passage Beneath New Lagoon Pond Drawbridge

Ayuthia, an 80-year-old wooden sailing vessel, made the first official passage through the new Lagoon Pond drawbridge Saturday morning.

Unicorn Leaves Her Home Port, This Time for Good

The legendary dragger has left her berth in Menemsha Harbor for the last time. Owner Greg Mayhew and his son Todd motored the 75-foot Unicorn over to New Bedford, where it will likely be salvaged for parts.

Officials Brace for Increased Boat Traffic on Menemsha Pond

As Menemsha Channel is dredged for first time in decades, Chilmark and Aquinnah officials are protecting Menemsha Pond from increased boat traffic.

Going to the Sea, One Page at a Time

As I do every year I’ve selected a pile of maritime books which may engage your imagination.

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