The Ocean Globe Race is an 8 month long expedition around the world that does not allow the use of computers, satellites, or GPS. Instead, sailors must rely on nothing but sextants, decades of instinct, and the wind at their backs to conquer this endeavor.

Each Fall, many boaters make the annual migration from the northeast to warmer climates in Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean for the Winter. Whether you begin your passage in Canada, the Great Lakes, New England, Annapolis, or the Carolina's, Bluewater has all the navigation tools and advice to help you transit South safely inside or outside the ICW.

In 1961, Robert E. White Instrument Services, grew out of his family’s company and today maintains the family tradition in the repair, service, and calibration of sextants, barometers, and barographs. It is one of the few places in the country who offers such services and word out on the water is that, nobody can do it like Ridge. He's a strong believer that there is a necessity for traditional tools in the GPS age.

In honor of their 233rd birthday, let us take a moment to recognize the outstanding men and women of the United States Coast Guard who have served, and will continue to serve in the future. Happy Birthday, Coast Guard!

From sailing and motor boating to fishing, crabbing, and paddling, there are endless opportunities for exploration and adventure in the Chesapeake Bay. Cruising up the Woodrow Wilson Bridge through the Potomac River, down the Fort McHenry Tunnel across the Patapsco, or out to the iconic Maryland Eastern Shore, there are plenty of beautiful sights to be seen. Keep your eye out for bald eagles, seals, ospreys, and even dolphins while out on the water and don't forget to take time to relax and take in the beautiful Chesapeake Bay sunset.

NOAA has created a new, alternative system, to allow users to create their own chart based on custom coverage, scale, and features. These are called, NOAA Custom Charts.

The Bahamas is celebrating 50 years of independence! Beginning as a British colony, The Bahamas has evolved into a prosperous and diverse Caribbean nation. The people of The Bahamas are a unique mix of cultures and nationalities, including Europeans, Africans, and native Lucayans.

Today is officially the longest day of the year - the Summer Solstice! We can look forward to a full 17 hours and 14 minutes of sunlight! It's the perfect

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World Oceans Day reminds every one of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our planet and a major source of food and medicine and a critical part of the biosphere.

For a limited time, save 15% of select emergency equipment, safety supplies, and medical books.

The Mediterranean cruising season is in full swing with boats flocking to the crystal clear waters of Europe's southern coast. Just in time for this summer cruising season is the newly published Atlantic France from Imray. In its 3rd iteration, this guide is an essential tool for boaters traveling from the English channel all the way south to the Spanish border on their way around to the Med.

Canada has been locked down or riddled with strict regulations to foreign vessels since March 2020. But this summer cruising season, boaters can finally travel unrestricted throughout the region. Below is a list of everything you may need on your voyage north through Canada's beautiful Atlantic coast.

The Pacific Northwest is one of the last frontiers in North America for the voyager who’s looking for more than just a sandy beach with palm trees. With cobalt blue waters lapping against forested shores, a maze of inland passages, and a backdrop of snow capped peaks, these cruising grounds are surely the most magnificent North America has to offer.

It's never too late to start planning for the much awaited voyage north up the Atlantic and ICW. We have listed our top recommended chartbooks and guides for cruisers heading north from Florida to the Canadian border. Maptech and Waterway Guide have released new editions up along the entire east coast with the latest waypoints and anchorages.

America’s Great Loop circles over 6000 miles of the U.S. east coast and whether you fly a white or gold burgee a detailed and up to date guide is invaluable. Loopers need to plan routes well ahead of time to optimize fuel, select best anchorages, calculate water depths and bridge heights, and account for weather. Below we have listed the top 10 guides which each have something to offer the experienced or amateur looper.

Late summer and fall, Floridians take advantage of the quick 50 mile voyage from the U.S. mainland to the 700 islands of the Bahamas archipelago. With 80°F seas, unforgettable beaches, and countless fishing and diving spots, it's no wonder so many Floridians boat or charter to the Bahamas this time of year.

Getting away and island hopping the Caribbean is a necessity in 2022. Bluewater Books & Charts prides itself on providing mariners with the latest and most useful cruising and navigation information. We have compiled a list of our most recommended charts, guides, and flags for the Caribbean.

This is the first and only cartography of this kind. The high-resolution bathymetry data is incredibly accurate and it's now available on Timezero and Furuno through MM3D.

One of our best selling and most beloved coffee table books has had a massive price-drop to celebrate 60 years of Jamaica! #Jamaica60