Oct 10, 2024
We depend on YOU to make us aware of the goings on across Canada that warrant special recognition in the fields of recreational boating safety and environmental stewardship. And it’s simple too! Just fill in the nomination form below and provide as many details as possible including any newspaper clippings, photos, web site addresses, etc. Unfortunately, nominations submitted without appropriate details cannot be accepted.
Aug 14, 2025 We don’t always think of our boats as assets—until something goes wrong. Theft, fire, or storm damage can happen to any boat, anywhere. And when it does, the last thing you want is to be guessing what gear was on board, when it was purchased, or what it’s worth. That’s where a…
Aug 14, 2025 Have you explored the map yet? Check out this destination: Herring Bay, near Ladysmith, BC Herring Bay is a hidden coastal area, it’s a beautiful clamshell beaches and not too big. It is worth the hunt to find it. Must do activities are: anchor, island hopping, relaxing with a scenic cruising, sunset,…
Aug 14, 2025 If you’re unsure or need a refresher, the new CanBoat Mini-Course Avoiding Collisons covers what every boater should know — and what many tend to forget. Learn: Just like road rules keep cars safe, the “rules of the water” help prevent boating accidents. This essential mini-course teaches you how to avoid collisions…
July 24, 2025 By Bill Marshall, Environment Officer – Coquitlam – and Chair of the National Environment Committee — CanBoat / NautiSavoir. Thanks also to Bluewater Adventures and The Wildlife Rescue Association of BC for photos shown here. Entangled. You’ve most likely seen those images of whales or seals, ducks or herons tangled up in…
July 24, 2025 Have you explored the map yet? Check out this destination: Fox Harbour, Benjamin Islands Group, Gore Bay Fox Harbour is a lake where you can anchor for 4 to 6 days. It is just north of the popular Benjamin Islands. You can see beautiful rock formations while you are anchored. There are…
July 24, 2025 From today until July 31, CanBoat members receive their regular 20% discount on PORTS guides PLUS FREE SHIPPING! Members: Visit the Members portal to take advantage of this offer before July 31. Buy Your PORTS Guides, Today! Not a member? Sign up and take advantage of this and many other great offers!…
By Andy Adams
Ranger Tugs have been around since 1958 and they have developed a great formula: one boat, one price. Almost everything is included, and there is literally a fan club of owners who share stories, information and who set up events and rendezvous with other Ranger Tugs owners. www.Tugnuts.com is a community hub for owners of Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats and Solara Boats, all made by Fluid Motion!
Tugnuts.com is quite a unique resource. The online forum has quick links to a chat, info about cruises & gatherings, a channel to ask questions of the Ranger Tugs Factory, Ranger Tugs Technical Discussions, “How to” videos and more.
By Mathew Channer
“Standby tack,” Canadian sailor Katy Campbell orders. The crew scrambles over the sheet lines and braces on the deck.
“Three, two, one, tack!”
I wait until the bow turns into the wind and the headsail snaps over, then crawl over the cabin top of Panacea X to the now windward side. The trim team smoothly sheets on the headsail and a competitor vessel shoots past our stern, feet away, as our Solana 45 beats eastward along Antigua’s south coast.
