Shashas are inshore fishing craft built from reeds. They were still used locally until quite recently on this part of the Batinah coast and other places further up north in the Gulf. The 7,000-year-old remains of the earliest one known were found in Kuwait... Whilst working as a sailing coach for Oman, we decided to ask a local expert (one of the few left) to come and build a typical fishing Shasha for us. Our...

The Western Flyer Returns to the Gulf of California After 85 Years: A Historic Journey Connecting Science, Education, and Conservation in the "Aquarium of the World" La Paz, BCS – In 1940, world-famous writer John Steinbeck and pioneering marine biologist Ed Ricketts embarked on an extraordinary journey through the Gulf of California aboard a fishing boat called the Western Flyer. Their six-week expedition, which documented the region’s rich marine life and the people who depended on...

The Windjammer Seabag: A Perfect Blend of Tradition, Craftsmanship, and Utility If you're looking for a seabag that embodies both maritime heritage and modern functionality,...

Discover the Hinckley 41: Power, Elegance, and Adventure The Hinckley 41 is a seamless blend of power and sophistication. With triple Mercury Verado V10 outboards,...

Eric Stone Performs an original "Legend of the Lost Soul" Kyle Rife on lead guitar, Live at the Dockside Bar & Grill

From "The bob Bitchin Radio Hour" every Saturday at noon and Wednesday evening at 8pm (eastern),

The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) in partnership with Lorraine’s Café Black Point Exumas will once again host the 4th Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering...