By the time October rolls around in Southern California, the rhythms of fishing begin to change. The long days of summer fade into crisp mornings and cooler evenings, and with
VALLEJO, Calif. — With a national push to rebuild the U.S. maritime workforce as a backdrop, the West Coast’s only state maritime academy opened its first fall term operating within
The California spiny lobster is an important species in both recreational and commercial fisheries, valued for its firm, sweet tail meat and the challenge of catching it. The 2025/26 recreational
Moorings are a common sight along the Southern California coast, from Avalon Harbor to Newport Beach, and it’s important for boaters to understand how they work and what to do
No matter what type or size of boat you own, safety on the water largely comes down to the quality of cordage, or “line,” employed on your decks. Though this
In modern sportfishing, decisions are often made far from the water’s edge. While experience and instinct still matter, access to accurate, real-time data has become a core strategy for boaters
There’s a well-worn phrase among seasoned boaters that goes, “Red over white, fishing at night,” and while it may sound like maritime poetry, it’s actually a simple mnemonic grounded in
For mariners on long voyages, securing enough fresh water has long been a fundamental concern. Today, desalination technology has turned that challenge into a convenience, allowing boaters to convert seawater
