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UNDERWAY • Real Boats for These Readers

Soundings • JULY 2023 VOL. LX, NO. 11

It’s Ship City • A PHOTO EXHIBIT AT PENOBSCOT MARINE MUSEUM SHINES A LIGHT ON HISTORIC AMERICAN VESSELS

Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning • HERE’S HOW TO KNOW WHEN SOMEONE IS IN TROUBLE, AND HOW TO RESPOND.

Setting a Course for Success • WHY ARE SO MANY YACHT CLUBS GETTING THEIR FIRST FEMALE COMMODORES?

Summer Escape • THIS CORNER OF CONNECTICUT IS HOME TO A TRIO OF CHARMING CRUISING DESTINATIONS

Male Bonding • BOATING AND FISHING HAVE A TENDENCY TO BRING FRIENDS TOGETHER IN THE BEST WAY

Targa 37 • A BUILDER FROM FINLAND BRINGS A PROVEN PILOTHOUSE DESIGN TO CRUISERS SEEKING ADVENTURE IN THE U.S.

Fleming 55

TOP DOCK AND DINES • Where are the best places to tie up the boat for a bite to eat after a great day on the water? To find out, we asked the readers of Soundings to cast their votes for their favorite restaurants. Here’s where you like to bring the crew for a tasty meal, a salty vibe and a relaxing view

THE SAME, BUT DIFFERENT • WITH A NEW DIRECTOR, THE CARPENTER’S BOAT SHOP CONTINUES TO BUILD BOATS, NURTURE LIVES AND HELP OTHERS

SCREW THE STATUS QUO • Can Sharrow Marine’s innovative propeller design turn boat performance on its head?

Weather the Storm • Understanding forecast models and their limitations can keep you safer on the water.

Boater’s Haven

Don’t Be a Luddite • SWITCHES ARE SIMPLE MACHINES, BUT DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY CAN MAKE THEM BETTER

Bertram 20 Moppie • TWO FORMER SAILORS FROM THE MID-ATLANTIC BUY AND RESTORE A CLASSIC POWERBOAT

The Jungle Boat