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Non-Skid Tape: A Simple Solution for Safer Decks

Slippery decks are one of the most common hazards aboard any vessel, and as we enter our winter months and the water gets a little more swelly, non-skid tape has

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Fall Cruising Perfection at Catalina

Editor’s Note: Marc Hughston, Chief Instructor for Santana Sailing in Long Beach, contributed this article. The content has been published with his full permission, and The Log acknowledges his expertise

News & Departments

Winterize to Enhance Your Boating Experience

Winter boating might not be the first thing that comes to mind when the temperatures drop and the summer crowds fade, but for those who stay on the water year-round,

News & Departments

Thanksgiving by the Sea

Thanksgiving has long been a celebration of abundance, gratitude, and gathering around a shared table, but few remember that the holiday also began as a coastal occasion deeply tied to

Dog Aboard

The Toughest Lil’ First Mate: My Puppy

  “My name is Thor Laizans. My boat SLAUGHTER is a 20′ explorer. This is My Puppy, that’s his name is My Puppy. He’s around 8 Years old. He’s been going

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Multimeters for Electrical Maintenance

You and your family have prepared for a boat outing to Catalina Island for months. On the day of your intended departure, you turn on the battery selector switch, put