We are an entirely volunteer, non-profit, environmental organization dedicated to restoring and preserving the majestic Hudson River. The Beacon Sloop Club's pride & joy is the "WOODY GUTHRIE" , a wooden replica of a Hudson River Ferry Sloop. These boats, styled after Dutch designs, plied the Hudson throughout the 18th & 19th centuries. Launched in 1978, her purpose is to promote the beauty and wonder of the Hudson River by offering free sails to the public and sail training to volunteers. Beacon, New York

Welcome aboard! New York State offers an abundance of scenic waterways for boaters including the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Sound, the Hudson and St. Lawrence Rivers, lakes in the Adirondacks, the Barge Canal, the Finger Lakes, Great Lakes, and hundreds of other streams, lakes and rivers to enjoy. Boaters can escape on a relaxing cruise, fish a favorite cove, or embark on a family adventure exploring new waters, all while experiencing first-hand New York's incredible natural beauty. The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation provides the public with a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational boating. Our goal is to assist the boater in developing safe boating habits and maintaining a strong law enforcement presence on our waters.

Hudson River boating magazine. Your Where & When, Why and How Hudson River Information Source. Offers information, articles, postings, tide information and more on Hudson River boating. This page is our opportunity as a boating community to come together and share our experiences on our beautiful Hudson River with each other. We personally invite you to upload photos & videos of your experiences!

Champlain Canal information, history and businesses. The history of America is rooted in the path between New York and Canada which leads up the Hudson River and connects to Canada and the Great Lakes. The waterways of New York State played a vital role in the expansion of commerce in America as New York itself played a vital role in the growth of the industrial era. The history of the development of transportation frequently explains the economic growth of the areas they affected.

Davis Park Ferry Co., operates daily service to Davis Park and Watch Hill, Fire Island. Davis Park Ferry Co., Inc. has been transporting beach goers to Fire Island since 1947. Patchogue River, New York

The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is a national organization of recreational boaters dedicated to making boating safer and more fun. USPS is safe boating and known as America's Boating Club. Our members conduct public boating safety classes and vessel safety checks. We also provide a variety of social and boating activities for our members. District 6 is comprised of 18 squadrons and approximately 1300 individual members. We serve throughout central and western New York State.

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is one of about two dozen federally designated national heritage areas or corridors in the nation. The purpose of designating the Erie Canalway as a national heritage corridor is to provide for and assist in the preservation and interpretation of the historical, natural, scenic and recreational resources in ways that reflect its national significance, and to help foster community revitalization. New York

Excalibur is a private, non-profit all volunteer, charitable organization dedicated to providing adaptive boating and fishing opportunities for developmentally challenged and disadvantaged persons. Its goal is to provide access to Lake Erie, as well as offer developmental, therapeutic and recreational opportunities for Human Service Agencies and their related programs. Our passengers have the choice of either a boating or fishing excursion. Buffalo, New York

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System is a deep draft waterway extending 3,700 km (2,340 miles) from the Atlantic Ocean to the head of the Great Lakes, in the heart of North America. The St. Lawrence Seaway portion of the System extends from Montreal to mid-Lake Erie. Ranked as one of the outstanding engineering feats of the twentieth century, the St. Lawrence Seaway includes 13 Canadian and 2 U.S. locks.

The Great Sacandaga Lake Association is a member supported organization on the Great Sacandaga Lake in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in New York State. Founded in 1953, membership is open to people who work, recreate, visit or live on the Great Sacandaga. If you love the lake and want to preserve its beauty..... JOIN the Great Sacandaga Lake Association today! The Great Sacandaga Lake Association supports a safer lake by offering information on boater safety through local media outlets as well as through offering FREE New York State Boater Safety courses during the year at sites approved by the Association. Northville, New York

A history of New York's Erie Canal with much of the transcribed material from the University of Rochester Department of History.

From May 1st to October 31st, all trailered boats being launched into Lake George must undergo an inspection at one of the seven regional inspection stations around Lake George before they launch. The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that boats and trailers are clean, drained and dry, and are harboring no invasive species. Our goal is to keep Lake George clean for the future, so that we can all enjoy this lake in its current high quality state for generations to come. There is no cost to boaters for these inspections, or the washing of the boat and trailer if determined necessary by an inspection technician. Lake George, New York

Whether you are new to boating in Lake George, or an experienced boater looking for updated regulations, this boating guide will provide everything you need. From boat washing and decontamination to public and private launches to local boat rentals and sales, we'll help you get out on the water and have some fun! Lake George, New York

In 1961, by act of law, New York State established the "Lake George Park" thereby designating the lake and its land drainage basin as an area so distinctive in natural qualities and scenic beauty that it is deserving of special protection. The park consists of a spectacularly beautiful 300-square mile land and water area lying within three counties and twelve municipalities. In the Commission's 30-plus year history as an agency, many programs and regulations have been implemented to help protect the quality of Lake George. Site also has info about boating and marinas on Lake George. Lake George, New York

Prepare for a voyage of undersea discovery at the Long Island Aquarium. The only public Aquarium on Long Island, we offer interactive fun, adventure, and education. Visitors are invited to take a Shark Dive, snorkel with tropical fish, feed a stingray, watch a sea lion show, and more. Long Island Aquarium provides an interactive and exciting educational experience by capturing the visitors' imaginations and emphasizing the importance of marine life and environmental preservation. It's all waiting for you here, in Riverhead, New York.

The Association of Marine Industries (AMI) comprises over 100 Boat Yards, Marinas, Boat & Yacht Dealers, Yacht Clubs, Yacht Brokers, and Marine related support businesses - all dedicated to excellence in professional, courteous service to the Long Island, New York boating community! The AMI organization and its members join together to exchange ideas and information for the benefit and education of its Long Island boating members, the community and the environment. Shoreham, New York

​Visit our aquarium and learn about what is living in our harbor, everything in our tanks was collected from the Long Island Sound. The Marine Education Center is located in Mamaroneck New York on the Long Island Sound. The mission of the Marine Education Center is to bring education to the surrounding community. The center is filled with tanks and artifacts that are all from the Long Island Sound. Our facility now has multiple aquariums and a large touch tank stocked with animals from the Harbor. Admission is free. People of all ages are welcome. Information is suited to all age levels. Mamaroneck, New York

Just off the Coney Island boardwalk in Brooklyn, the New York Aquarium's 14 acres are packed to the gills with the incredible diversity of the world's oceans. From beluga whales to walruses, from sharks to seahorses, the incredible variety of wildlife at our seaside park in Brooklyn reflects the diversity of marine life itself.

New York boating news, boater resources, forum, classifieds, and more.

Earn your Safe Boating & Jetski Certificate with New York Boating Safety. At New York Boating Safety our goal is to provide you, the recreational boater, with the highest quality boating safety education so your boating experience can be safe and enjoyable for you and your family. CLASSES IN NASSAU, SUFFOLK, BROOKLYN, QUEENS, WESTCHESTER & SULLIVAN COUNTIES

An association of ore than 150 marine businesses in Long Island and New York City. We aim to promote the general welfare of the marine industry and to advance the safe and proper use of boats, marine accessories and facilities.

The New York State Canal System is a navigable 524-mile inland waterway that spans upstate New York. The waterway connects the Hudson River with Lake Champlain, Lake Ontario, Cayuga Lake, Seneca Lake, and Lake Erie via the Niagara River. The New York State Canal Corporation provides a wealth of information about the canal system on this website.

One of the oldest yacht clubs in America. Founded in 1844. In 1851, a schooner painted black arrived at the Isle of Wight in the Solent looking to win races. This was the yacht America, owned by John Cox Stevens, the first commodore of the New York Yacht Club and other club members. Today's members come primarily from the New York metropolitan area and New England as well as across America and around the world. They are cruising sailors, powerboaters, Corinthian racers, professional sailors, team-racers, match-racers, Olympic medalists, America's Cup skippers and crews, and sailmakers, yacht designers and boatbuilders. They are distinguished by one thing: an abiding passion for yachting. New York, NY & Newport, Rhode Island

Oneida Marine Group operates TowBoatU.S. locations at the Port of Rochester on Lake Ontario, Clayton on the St. Lawrence River, and Oneida Lake to include a significant portion of the Erie Canal. We provide marine towing and salvage in these areas 24/7. Oneida Marine Group, Inc., in addition to operating TowBoatU.S. Oneida Lake, TowBoatU.S. Rochester, and TowBoatU.S Clayton provides marine salvage in these and surrounding areas. We aim to provide our services in a safe and timely manner while minimizing property and environmental damage. Rochester, New York

Longest Tow Lines on the Lake! Longest Rides on the Lake! Most Experienced Crews! We fly singles, doubles and triples! Lake George, New York

Parasailing Adventures is proud to have offered parasail rides in Lake George, New York for over 20 years. Parasailing Adventures is a member of WSIA (Water Sports Industry Association) and PAPO (Professional Association of Parasail Operators) and has a 100% safety record. Experience parasailing from the comfort of our PARASAIL BOAT! No more waiting on a raft on the lake. While you're waiting for your turn in the air you'll experience a fun speedboat ride! Lake George, New York

Since 1985, Reynolds Towing and Marine Service has been providing assistance to disabled private and commercial vessels along the south shore of Long Island. We service all areas between East Rockaway Inlet and Patchogue Bay. We’ve now expanded to a fleet of eight towboats with a full crew of on-call captains ready to assist mariners 24/7/365. Bay Shore, New York

Saf-T-Swim is a year round Long Island swimming school dedicated to teaching both children and adults how to love and respect the water. Our ten Long Island swimming facilities offer unique and fun swim lessons for infants, children, adults and seniors. Our dedicated instructors specialize in a variety of swim lessons and swim programs. Many of our students who begin swim lessons as infants continue swimming with us for many years, working their way through our various swim lesson programs. 10 locations in Long Island, New York

Southbaysail.com is here to promote sailing on the Great South Bay. We do this providing information about sailing on the Great South Bay. From sailboat races to boats you can buy - from Yacht Clubs to Marinas. We provide information. Great South Bay, New York

This is a free online educational resource for safe boating in the Port of NY & NJ. The project contains a 28 minute safety video describing the multi user environment of the Port of NY & NJ and 5 sub chapters: The Pilot, The Paddlers, The Sailors, The Motor Boaters and Operation Clear Channel.

Western New York Boating. Your premier website for WNY boaters, and your resource for all things boating for the new and savvy boater alike. Come for the knowledge and expertise of the Marine Trades Association of WNY Inc., and stay for the interactive boating map, dining guide, safety tips and dynamic, timely blog posts. Whether you’re a new boater, a long-time boater, a speed boater or a paddle boarder, this is the place to be! Happy cruising!