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Marinalife is pleased to announce this year’s photography contest that showcases the joy of boating and good times on the water.
We welcome snapshots that capture moments of maritime merriment — the freedom of getting back on the water after a long winter, a memorable boating experience with family and friends, a special seaside vacation, the thrill of water sports, an epic fishing trip where you reeled in a trophy catch, or the face of a pet who’s too cute for words. Whatever floats your boat, we’d like to see it.
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Who’s Eligible: Everybody is invited — from amateur shutterbugs to seasoned photographers — to send your favorite shots of what you love most about the cruising lifestyle and high seas adventures.
By Friday, July 21, 2023, submit your favorite photos. Limit of up to 3 photos per person that are high resolution (300 dpi, 2 mb or 600 kb). Please include a brief description of the photo’s location, the photographer’s credit, and your contact info, email and phone.
Winners: Our staff will select the first, second and third place winners and runners up whose photographs will appear on our website and in the fall 2023 issue of Marinalife. Prizes will be announced soon.
For related questions, email submissions@marinalife.com
Marine electronics company, Raymarine, and trusted resource, Waterway Guide, team up to provide boaters with top-notch navigation tools and data. Raymarine’s LightHouse Chart Premium subscription now includes Waterway Guide data covering regions from the Great Lakes to the Caribbean. Stay up to date with the latest nautical charts, premium points of interest, fishing hotspots and high-resolution satellite imagery. For more info, visit chartstore.raymarine.com
Hydraulic, solar and remote-controlled boat lifts and automatic boat cover systems manufacturer, Sunstream Boat Lifts, recently acquired Sarasota Boating World to help expand its product line. As Sarasota Boating World primarily sells boat covers, lifts and docks, the acquisition will help Sunstream expand its SwiftShield automatic boat cover line and grow in the U.S. Learn more at sunstreamboatlifts.com
Marina operations and owner company, Ocean Havens, recently announced the latest addition to its growing New England portfolio: Fore Points Marina in Portland, ME. Situated within Casco Bay, this state-of-the-art facility is a 15-acre megayacht marina open year-round. The property is complete with 150 slips and 14 megayacht berths recently expanded to accommodate vessels up to 630 feet. Amenities include a fuel dock with in-slip megayacht fueling, 3-phase 100 AMP power, and laundry facilities. Visit oceanhavens.com
The iconic Navy Pier has reached an agreement to construct the long- anticipated Navy Pier Marina. The Harbor Permit granted construction along 6,400 linear feet of broadside moorings for vessels up to 130 feet. Amenities will include pump-out service, ships store and a boater’s service facility. Stay tuned for updates at navypiermarina.com
Marinalife is pleased to announce its 2024 Photography Contest where we ask our creative seafarers to send their best shots of life on the water. This year, our fifth-annual competition welcomes snapshots that capture maritime moments from photographers of all skill levels. For details, see page 14 of the spring issue or submit your photos here.
Marinalife and our sponsor Tito’s Hand-made Vodka want to see how you toast to good times on the water. Send us the recipe for your favorite boat beverage made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and share a photo of you raising a glass for a chance to be featured in Marinalife. Submit here!
Bay Bridge Boat Show
Stevensville, MD, April 12 - 14
Suncoast Boat Show
Sarasota, FL, April 19 - 21
Connecticut Spring Boat Show
Essex, CT, April 26 - 28
Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show
Annapolis, MD, April 26 - 28
Trawlerfest Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show
Anacortes, WA, May 14 - 18
From small ports to luxury resorts, marinas are buzzing with news and exciting announcements. Constantly working to accommodate boaters’ needs from upgraded amenities to new fuel docks, properties continue to enhance facilities and make guests feel at home. Check out the latest happenings at the following marinas from the Great Lakes to Florida.
Muskegon, MI
Celebrating Michigan’s newest marina, Adelaide Pointe recently completed a multimillion-dollar renovation along Muskegon Lake. The marina features 33 transient slips with full dockside power hookups, fuel, pump out, laundry, showers, private captain’s lounge and pool. The facility also offers a service dock and a 277-dry slip marina accommodating vessels up to 40 feet.
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Nantucket, MA
This premier New England resort recently renovated its 29 luxury cottages with fresh styles inspired by classic maritime designs. Guests can enjoy spacious living rooms, full kitchens, private outdoor seating and complimentary bicycles. Dine on the patio overlooking stunning waterfront views and take advantage of upscale amenities such as pre-arrival concierge services. This full-service marina offers 240 slips. Bring along your furry family members and stay in the Woof Cottages for pet-friendly lodging.
Baltimore, MD
Operated by Oasis Marinas management company, this destination recently introduced a multimillion-dollar waterfront revitalization along the Baltimore harbor. Located in the lively Canton neighborhood, the reconstructed 400-slip marina offers non-skid floating docks accommodating slips from 33 to 300 feet. The marina also acquired and revamped the on-site restaurant, premiering the new Drift Bar, a floating dock bar with fruity cocktails, shareable bites and spectacular sunset views.
Washington, DC
The Wharf recently announced the end of its Phase 2 construction, expanding the development’s footprint to 24 acres of land along the Potomac River. New amenities range from a fuel dock, the Dock Shop marina store and The Clubhouse boater’s lounge to new security gates, on-site restaurants and retail. The latest fine dining to grace the waterfront district is Limani, a high-end Mediterranean seafood restaurant that focuses on traditional Greek specialties and overlooks the marina. The next restaurant set to open at The Wharf is Kinfolk Southern Kitchen, serving American bourbon and BBQ.
Dewey Beach, DE
This first-class marina recently completed a total renovation and expansion, adding a full-service boatyard and 102 new dry storage racks for vessels up to 31 feet. Amenity upgrades include a new boaters’ lounge, ship store, fuel, laundry and bathroom facilities. The yacht club offers exclusive member benefits including complimentary paddleboards and 20% discount on boat and jet-ski rentals on-site through Sea Rocket Water Adventures. Additional transient dockage is available throughout the season.
Isle of Palms, SC
Last summer, this Lowcountry marina celebrated the opening of its newly renovated marina market, The Outpost. The shop is a boutique, deli and ship store all in one stop — revamped to better serve guests and the community. The marina offers annual and transient slips, fuel, laundry facilities, boat rentals and a newly renovated parking lot.
Key West, FL
This new boutique marina, located in the heart of Key West, premiered its grand opening in 2023. Designed as a fishermen haven, the destination is an ideal spot for divers and boasts the area’s first public boat lifts. The marina offers 75 wet slips, concierge services, a fish-cleaning station, plus more upscale amenities to come this year including a boater’s lounge and apartment rentals.
Do you have news to share about upgrades or renovations at your marina? Send them to azizzi@marinalife.com, and we’ll help spread the word to our boaters.
The tragic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26 forced the city to close its major shipping port, but maritime crews are working tirelessly to clear the wreckage and return to business as usual.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released a statement announcing a projected timeline to open the 280-foot-wide limited access channel by the end of April and aims to reopen the permanent 700-foot-wide federal navigation channel by the end of May.
The Pride of Baltimore II topsail schooner, a replica of the 19th century clipper ship, received clearance to sail back to Baltimore on Monday after the ship was stuck docked in Annapolis and could not return to her homeport. Locals enthusiastically greeted the vessel, as she offered them a sign of hope.
The original Pride of Baltimore was commissioned in 1977 as the first tall ship to represent a city and state. It was inspired by the Chasseur, a clipper built in Baltimore’s Fells Point neighborhood and honorable merchant ship that played a critical role in the War of 1812. During her time in voyage, the Pride of Baltimore spent nine years sailing internationally and welcomed countless visitors onboard.
The iconic vessel sank in 1986 when it was struck by a squall north of Puerto Rico, leaving the ship, captain and three crew members lost at sea. An outpouring of support from the Baltimore community led to the commissioning of the Pride of Baltimore II in 1988 to serve as a sailing memorial to the original ship. Pride II was launched from the Inner Harbor and commissioned at Brown’s Wharf in Fells Point, just steps away from the birthplace of the Chasseur.
The Pride of Baltimore II has sailed more than 275,000 nautical miles around the world visiting hundreds of ports and continues to serve as a symbol of the city’s strength and resilience.
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