Spring always sneaks up on boaters the same way. One day you’re walking the docks in a hoodie, telling yourself there’s plenty of time. The next, the weather breaks, the
A Boater and Angler’s Guide Santa Barbara’s waterfront isn’t just a picturesque backdrop; it’s a fully functioning maritime hub that supports recreational boaters, commercial fishermen, anglers, and visitors year-round. Stretching
When most visitors picture Santa Barbara, they imagine palm-lined beaches, red-tile roofs, and sunsets melting into the Pacific. But just steps from the public boat launch along Cabrillo Boulevard sits
VENTURA — If you’ve ever thought the harbor could use a little more sparkle, fins, and fun, Ventura Harbor Village has you covered. This March, the waterfront destination is diving
The BoatUS Foundation is now accepting applications for a new pilot version of its nationally recognized Life Jacket Loaner Program, aimed at making life jackets easier to borrow and more
For generations, boating safety has depended on what mariners could see, hear, and predict using experience, intuition, and local knowledge. Weather forecasts were often generalized, navigation hazards were static, and
A recent visit between two geographically distant ports revealed how much they have in common. On January 26, 2026, Jason Hodge, President of the Harbor Commission for the Port of
I never imagined I’d be this excited about a sportfishing show, but somewhere along the way the world of boating and angling completely pulled me in. Like so many anglers,
