The Buddy System: A community working together - March/April 2021 Publisher's Letter

This idea of a buddy system—of working together to ensure each other’s safety—is especially appropriate as we all navigate the fast-paced changes of dealing with a pandemic. Read More »

Visiting Useppa by Air: Getting there is half the fun

There are just two ways to reach Useppa Island—by air or by sea. Land-based vehicles cannot travel to the 100-acre, bridgeless private island off the coast of Southwest Florida. Read More »

‘Smart’ Marina Offers Convenience and Security: Innovation attracts boaters to Gulf Star Marina

Through the Boat Cloud smartphone app, boat owners can schedule a pickup time and order food, drinks and ice, all of which will be waiting onboard when they arrive at Gulf Star Marina. Read More »

Go by Boat, Dine with a View: Waterfront dining at Matanzas on the Bay

While the restaurant is easily reached by car with free parking, it is also a popular spot for boaters after a day out on the water. Read More »

BIRDSONG INSPIRES COMPOSERS THROUGH THE AGES: Possessing essential musical characteristics of pitch and rhythm

While birdsong may not constitute music per se, it possesses the essential musical characteristics of pitch and rhythm that musicians have long adopted or adapted for their own use. Read More »

The Science Behind Habits: What it takes to rewire your brain

“When it comes to forming positive habits, it comes down to being very consistent for the first 66 days,” says James Garrett. The actual range of habit formation is between 18 and 254 days. Read More »

A Spring Fling with Gin: It’s the perfect time of year for a G&T

Floral, fruity and herbaceous—gin is the ideal spirit for spring. Producers may also add any combination of ingredients...the possibilities are nearly endless. Read More »

BUILD A BETTER BRAIN: Sanjay Gupta gathers the evidence and provides the road map

Gupta lays it out in clear terms and, most importantly, backs up his arguments with scientific evidence. He focuses on the five pillars of brain health: move, discover, relax, nourish and connect. Read More »

UNDER AFRICAN SKIES: Idyllic sojourn on a houseboat up the Chobe River

Chobe River attracts migrating herds and, as a result, tourists. My husband and I land at Kasane International Airport in a single-engine plane for a safari vacation on a houseboat. Read More »

KEEP DOGS SAFE WHEN SWIMMING: Boating also offers lots of stimulation, fresh air and bonding time

Many dogs also love to go boating. However, just like humans, measures need to be undertaken to ensure their safety in bodies of water. Read More »