Ship’s Log

Here you will find the latest Northeast sailing news and articles, some of which did not make it into the hard print edition.

What's New

Hinckley Unveils the Hinckley 41

By Chris Szepessy

Hinckley Unveils the Hinckley 41

Portsmouth, RI – March 13th, 2025 – Hinckley Yachts is delighted to introduce the Hinckley 41, an outboard-powered expression of precision, grace, and unwavering craftsmanship. Designed for those who seek exhilarating speed without compromise, this latest creation honors Hinckley’s storied heritage while delivering an entirely new level of performance. With triple Mercury Verado V10 outboards, the Hinckley 41 glides effortlessly to 55 mph with the standard engine package and approaches 60 mph with the upgraded configuration. Its…

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Stonington, CT Sailing Team ‘Sound Sisters’ to Compete in Monaco Regatta

By Chris Szepessy

Stonington, CT Sailing Team ‘Sound Sisters’ to Compete in Monaco Regatta

Stonington, CT – New England Science & Sailing (NESS) is proud to announce that a team of NESS alumnae, known as the Sound Sisters, will compete in the Trophée Virginie Hériot at the Yacht Club de Monaco from March 14-16, 2025. This prestigious all-women J/70 event offers an incredible opportunity for the team to compete on an international stage while championing greater opportunities for women in sailing — a cause that both they and NESS are deeply passionate about.  The…

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What's New

IYRS Announces Glo Tech Scholarship Fund to support women in marine trades and advanced technology

By Chris Szepessy

IYRS Announces Glo Tech Scholarship Fund to support women in marine trades and advanced technology

New Glo Tech Scholarship Fund at IYRS honors Gloria Aurora Borrego Newport, R.I. –  IYRS School of Technology & Trades is proud to announce the establishment of the Glo Tech Scholarship Fund, created in February 2025 in honor of Gloria Aurora Borrego, a pioneering leader in marine systems. This scholarship, made possible by the generosity of her family and friends, will support female graduates of IYRS and industry professionals seeking career advancement in the marine trades and advanced…

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What's New

Hinckley Yachts Announces Exciting Bay Bridge Marina Acquisition

By Chris Szepessy

Hinckley Yachts Announces Exciting Bay Bridge Marina Acquisition

Hinckley Completes Acquisition of Bay Bridge Marina in the ChesapeakeThe Addition of the Marina Further Expands Hinckley’s Service and Marina Network Portsmouth, RI – February 26th, 2025 – Hinckley, the iconic boatbuilder and premium yacht service provider, is proud to announce the acquisition of Bay Bridge Marina, a premier waterfront facility on the Chesapeake Bay. This acquisition further strengthens Hinckley’s commitment to providing unparalleled customer experience by combining superior service with a premium marina destination for Hinckley…

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What's New

Clagett Sailing announces Team Clagett for 2025

By Sam Crichton

Clagett Sailing announces Team Clagett for 2025

NEWPORT, R.I. (February 26, 2025) – Clagett Sailing is pleased to announce the selection of the 2025 Team Clagett members.  The five sailors who will be representing Clagett Sailing at the 2.4mR World Championships in Lake Garda, Italy, in October 2025 are; Chuck Allen (North Kingstown, Rhode Island), Peter Eager (Toronto, Ontario, Canada), Delani Hulme Lawrence (Saint Paul, Alberta, Canada), Siobhan MacDonald (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) and Julio Reguero (San Juan, Puerto Rico).  Tim Ripley (Randolph, New Jersey),…

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Upcoming Events

Singles Under Sail hosting a Long Island Sound Stewardship presentation on Thursday, March 20

By Chris Szepessy

Singles Under Sail hosting a Long Island Sound Stewardship presentation on Thursday, March 20

Join Singles Under Sail in Stamford, CT on Thursday, March 20 to hear a great presentation by Maggie Cozens, the Long Island Sound Study outreach coordinator with Connecticut Sea Grant and UConn Extension. She works to increase appreciation, stewardship, awareness and understanding of the Sound and is an engaging speaker.  As the Lands Communication Specialist, Maggie is the environmental storyteller for advancing land conservations campaigns at Save the Sound, and raises awareness for environmental protection and justice across the Long…

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Safe Boating courses

Connecticut State Boating Courses set for Saturdays in 2025

By Chris Szepessy

Connecticut State Boating Courses set for Saturdays in 2025

Milford, Conn. ─ Take the BOAT AMERICA class and complete the proctored test all on the same day in the same location at U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Milford Flotilla starting on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8 a.m. at its Training Center located at 1 Helwig Street, Milford, the location for all classes listed below. For advance registration prior to the class date, go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/ . You can sign up here for the class and pay…

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What's New

IYRS School of Technology & Trades Launches Interactive Campus Virtual Tour

By Chris Szepessy

IYRS School of Technology & Trades Launches Interactive Campus Virtual Tour

Newport, R.I. – IYRS School of Technology & Trades has launched an interactive virtual tour of its marine trades and advanced technology campus. IYRS collaborated with education company EAB and the YouVisit virtual experience platform to create the tour which features 10 unique stops including the school’s marina, wharf, welcome center, maritime library and workshops. The virtual tour can be viewed at iyrs.edu as well as https://www.youvisit.com/tour/139527/144564/. “IYRS attracts students from across the country and the world,” said IYRS President Kern Maass. “For…

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Safe Boating courses

Safe Boating Courses with U.S. Power Squadron District 3 Long Island

By Chris Szepessy

Safe Boating Courses with U.S. Power Squadron District 3 Long Island

District 3 Long Island        New course dates and locations will be added as soon as details are confirmed, and you can check the most up to date list by using the links below. To access our most up to date list of safe boating courses and seminars on Long Island, go to www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/fclass.cgi?03. Thank you for supporting our effort to make every boater a safe boater. D/Lt Glen Sherman, P USPS-D3 Public Relations For additional information about the…

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Research predicts solid year for boating spending growth

By Chris Szepessy

Research predicts solid year for boating spending growth

A recent survey of American boaters shows that their pattern of year-over-year spending growth reported for 2024 vs. 2023 will continue into 2025. This information should allow the boating industry as well as boating enthusiasts to enter the new year with a positive, encouraging perspective. Padin & Estabrook LLC, an independent marketing and research firm, reported on its boaters’ usage and attitude study they did for McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers (Mamaroneck, NY) with the cooperation of…

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