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A Tale of Two Streets
Explore two sides of Naples charm—Tin City, a laid-back waterfront village steeped in Old Florida character, and Fifth Avenue South, a vibrant hub of luxury shopping, fine dining, and culture.
PredictRain—The New AI-Powered Forecast
PredictWind’s new app, PredictRain, uses advanced AI to deliver hyper-accurate rain forecasts, real-time radar, and instant alerts—helping users plan outdoor activities with confidence and avoid sudden weather surprises.
Recipes from The Boat Galley: Ginger Snaps
A timeless galley favorite, these ginger snaps from The Boat Galley are simple, sturdy, and perfect for baking aboard or bringing on any voyage.
Learn, Fish, and Win
Women can learn, fish, and compete at the Ladies Let’s Go Fishing! Keys University—an empowering, hands-on weekend event with education, charters, and prizes in the Florida Keys..
Embracing Technology Is Part Of Smart Seamanship
Technology meets tradition—Dockmate’s remote system brings stress-free, precision docking to any vessel, enhancing safety, confidence, and true modern seamanship.
Euro-Inspired Elegance
Breaking down the basics of European styling, and how American boat designers are creating their own interpretations.
News: Marina Mission Accomplished
Boaters, rejoice — Salty Sam’s Marina on Fort Myers Beach has officially reopened its newly rebuilt docks and is now welcoming wet slip storage customers.
Industry News: Florida Marine Tracks
Florida Marine Tracks offers thousands of miles of precisely drawn, detailed navigation tracks for flats, bay boats, and other shallow-water boats running in challenging areas.
News: Rules of the Road for Boaters Seminar This Week
Cape Coral Sail and Power Squadron/America’s Boating Club Cape Coral will be offering Boat Handling: Rules of the Road on Monday, Oct 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Apparel Feature: Living Good
Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel is designed to help you “Live A Crazy Good Day,” for those whose lifestyle and passion is all things aquatic.
Ask the Expert: Securing Your Dream
Loan and financial assistance in shopping for a bigger boat help take boaters from operators to owners.
Destination: A Boater’s Guide to Naples, Florida
Naples, part of Florida’s Paradise Coast, offers a seamlessly beautiful blend of pristine beaches, tranquil mangrove wilderness, and upscale marinas and dining.
Intracoastal Waterway
Florida boaters wishing to take a shorter trip can use the ICW to complete the Mini Loop around the southern half of Florida.
News: New Partners in Boating Education
Southwest Florida Yachts is partnering with American Boating to offer cruisers Powerboating Certification programs through its Florida Sailing & Cruising School.
Industry News: Sidekick Concepts
Imagine docking your boat with total confidence — with Sidekick Concepts’ custom docking solutions, you spend less time worrying and more time making memories on the water.
Along the Gulf ICW: Top Boardwalks & Piers
When it’s time to make land but you don’t want to miss the sun and waves, the boardwalk is the next-best thing.
Ask the Expert: Bigger Boat, Bigger Confidence
Matt Huyge, Naval Architect and Sales Professional at Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales, talks with the Scuttlebutt team to advise how to go about upgrading your boat.
Industry News: Electric Outboard Roundup
Here we list some of the best new features regarding electric outboards from some of the top brands working to stay ahead of the pack.
Fishing Reports — Fall 2025
From Fort Myers to Bonita Springs, we get boater’s scoop on how the waters are treating our fair fishermen, and how you can best prepare for your next great catch.
On the Cover: Built for the Bold
Built for the Bold — The all-new Formula 360 Crossover Bowrider takes dayboating to the next level.