I have spent my entire adult life around ships and the ocean. I retired from the US Navy in 1996 as Senior Chief after completing a 22-year navy career. My Navy years included assignments on both submarines and surface ships. In the years since navy retirement I worked at a major US shipyard on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and then in Washington, D.C., for US Navy and US Coast Guard program offices. This is my photo collection of boats, ships, and submarines.
Boats at Anchor on Lake Titicaca, Peru
A trio of small boats moored in the harbor of Puerto Luis Banchero Rossi, Puno, on Lake Titicaca, Peru
Passenger Boats on Lake Titicaca
Early morning at the small harbor of Puerto Luis Banchero Rossi, Puno, on Lake Titicaca, Peru. These boats are used for general passenger and cargo transport around the lake, and out to the floating islands of Uros.
Native Reed Canoes on the shore of Lake Titicaca
Native canoes made of reeds found locally along the shores of Lake Titicaca, Peru. These were at the smaller harbor of Puerto Luis Banchero Rossi, in the town of Puno.
A Rowboat on the shore of Lake Titicaca
A rowboat nestled in grasses and reeds on the shore of Lake Titicaca, Puerto Luis Banchero Rossi, Puno, Peru.
A Passenger Boat On the Shore of Lake Titicaca
A typical commercial boat used for passengers and small cargo, nestled on the shore of Lake Titicaca, at the port of Puerto Luis Banchero Rossi in Puno, Peru.
A Lijiang River Fishermen
A Fishermen on the Lijiang River, China, using a traditional bamboo boat of large diameter bamboo tied together. Photo taken on the Lijiang River, China, 2003
Traditional Bamboo Boat on the Lijiang River
A Traditional Chinese boat made of large diameter bamboo tied together. These are extensively used on rivers and lakes for fishing and just getting around the water. I suspect these inspired the "Standup Paddle Boards" now popular in the US. Photo taken in 2003. Lijiang River Cultural Center.
A Chinese Concrete Canoe Graveyard
A stack of ferroconcrete canoes abandoned in a rice field. Outside of Leuchan, China, October 2003. For a period of time, the Chinese government experimented with building ferroconcrete canoes as an alternative to wood. The idea was to provide farmers with low-cost low-maintenance boats to help in rice farming and fishing. This was not a successful project and eventually abandoned.
The hydroplane Racing Boat U-787, Sponsored by Boeing Aircraft Company
The Hydroplane racing boat U-787 sitting on it's trailer outside the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum in Seattle, Washington. These boats are commonly called "Thunderboats." They sit on their transport trailers at this angle in order to meet department of transport regulations for a max width of 13 feet. This boat is sponsored by the Boeing aircraft company whose main plant is just a few miles away from the museum.
The Hydroplane racing boat U-1 sitting on it's trailer.
The Hydroplane racing boat U-1 sitting on it's trailer outside the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum in Seattle, Washington. These boats are commonly called "Thunderboats." They sit on their transport trailers at this angle in order to meet department of transport regulations for a max width of 13 feet.
Hydroplane Race Boat U-37, On Its Trailer
A front view of the Hydroplane racing boat U-37, sitting on it's trailer. Taken inside the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum in Seattle, Washington. These boats are commonly referred to as "Thunderboats" for their powerful engines.
A Mass of Inflatable dinghies at Low Tide
A Mass of Inflatable dinghies at Low Tide. Poulsbo Harbor on Liberty bay, Kitsap County, Washington.
Poulsbo Harbor on Liberty Bay in Kitsap County, Washington
Morning image of Poulsbo Harbor, on Liberty Bay in Kitsap County, Washington.
The Sail of the Former USS Sturgeon, SSN 637
The Sail (fairwater) of the former USS Sturgeon, SSN 637, now on display at the Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washington. This was lead boat of the highly successful 637 class fast attack submarines. In their era, these were some of the most sophisticated and reliable nuclear submarines in the world. Unusual for submarine fairwater exhibits, this fairwater has several masts and antennas, and the number one periscope, in a partially raised position.
End Bell of the Sealab II, on Display at the Keyport, Washington, Undersea Museum
End Bell of Sealab II, on display at the Keyport, Washington, Undersea Museum. The Sealab II was used for divers to live underwater for extended periods of time.
Personnel Sphere of DSV 1
Closeup view of the bow, and personnel sphere of DSV 1 "Trieste II," on display at the Keyport, Washington, Undersea Museum. This sphere could hold up to three people during dives.
Closeup Of the Main Thruster of DSRV 1 "Mystic"
Closeup view of the main thruster of DSRV 1 "Mystic," at the Keyport, Washington, Undersea Museum.
The DSV 1 "Trieste II" On Display at the Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washington
The Trieste II, also designated Deep Submergence Vehicle 1 (DSV 1) now decommissioned and on display at the Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washington.
DSRV 1 "Mystic" at the Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washington
The decommissioned Deep Submergence Vehicle "Mystic," on display at the Keyport, washington Undersea Museum.
Fishing Skiff At Bodie Island, North Carolina
A fishing skiff tied up at a pier on Bodie Island, part of the Cape Hatteras Barrier Islands chain. The Bodie Island Lighthouse is in the background.
Fishing Boats at Rest, Oregon Inlet, North Carolina
Fishing Boats in Oregon Inlet marina, Nags Head, part of teh Cape Hatteras barrier Islands in North Carolina. Oregon Inlet was cut by a hurricane in 1846, and joins the Pamlico Sound with the Atlantic Ocean
A Ferry Boat Passing the Orient Point Lighthouse, Long Island Sound
A Ferry Boat Passing the Orient Point Lighthouse, Long Island Sound. This ferry is one of a fleet of car ferries plying between New London and Orient Point, Long Island, New York, across the Long Island Sound.
The Ferry Boat Mary Ellen coming up the Thames River in Connecticut.
The car ferry "Mary Ellen," coming up the Thames River heading for berth at New London, Connecticut. One of a fleet of car ferries plying between New London and Orient Point, Long Island, New York, across the Long Island Sound.
The Ferry Boat Mary Ellen coming up the Thames River in Connecticut.
The car ferry "Mary Ellen," coming up the Thames River heading for berth at New London, Connecticut. One of a fleet of car ferries plying between New London and Orient Point, Long Island, New York, across teh Long Island Sound.
A Virginia-Class Submarine Under Construction
A Virginia-class submarine under construction at the General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard in Groton, Connecticut. When a submarine is launched, it is only partially completed. Once in the water, fitting out continues under final delivery.
Barge with Submarine Hull Section at Electric Boat Shipyard, Groton, Connecticut
A specially-built barge carrying a Virginia-class submarine hull section at Electric Boat Shipyard, Groton, Connecticut. The virginia-class submarines are built by both Electric boat in Groton, and Newport News shipyard in Virginia. The Newport News hull sections are barged up to Groton via Quonset Point Receiving yard, then assembled.
A Typical Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru
A Typical Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru. Passengers enter and exit at the bow, and the canopy protects from the rains in this tropical region. These boats have composite (fiberglass) hulls and powered by 45HP gasoline outboards. The canopy is handy for keeping passenger's dry during rainy season and providing shade during dry seasons.
A Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru
A Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru, at sunset.
Looking down At a Jungle Workboat on the Tambopata River in Peru
A Jungle Workboat on the Tambopata River in Peru. Although commercial river passenger boats on the Tambopata River in Peru are made of composite materials (fiberglass) and usually powered by 45HP outboards, these are too expensive for most people to own. The local residents use these smaller boats for work and fishing. These boats are made of locally sourced wood planks and use a small 3HP engine with long shaft for propulsion. The shaft design keeps the prop just used the water's surface, ideal for when the river becomes shallow during dry season.
Catamaran Boats on an Oxbow Lake
Typical tourist catamaran boats on an oxbow lake in Cocha Tres Chimbadas Nature Reserve, Peru. Due to strict environmental protections in this nature reserve, gas engines are not allowed. The engines put oil pollution into the water, causing harm to the local aquatic life. These boats are propelled using stern-sculling.
A Small Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru
A Small Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru. This was a typical construction for carrying tourist passengers, although most are almost twice the length of this particular boat. These boats typically are built with composite (fiberglass) hulls and powered by a 45HP outboard gas engine.
A Bulk Freighter at Ancor in Paracas Bay
A Bulk Freighter at Ancor in Paracas Bay, Peru
A Ballestas Islands Tourboat
A typical tour boat off the Ballestas Islands in southern Peru
Tugboat in Paracas Bay, Peru
A Tugboat at anchor in Paracas Bay, Peru
Fishing Boat in Paracas Bay, Peru
A hard-worked fishing boat at anchor in Paracas Bay, Peru
A Fleet of Fishing Boats in Paracas Bay, Peru
A small fleet of fishing boats in Paracas Bay, Peru
A Fishing Skiff in Paracas Bay, Peru
A lovely fishing skiff in Paracas Bay, Peru
A pair of Small Cable-Laying Ships in Lake Washington
A pair of Small Cable-Laying Ships in Lake Washington, Seattle, Washington
A Humble Skiff at Pier 55
Amidst all the glamorous tour boats and tourist attractions of pier 55, this humber working skiff is tied up, but ready for service. Pier 55 in downtown Seattle, Washington
Catamaran Tour boat Orca at Pier 55
The catamaran tour boat Orca, tied up at Pier 55 in downtown Seattle, Washington
Working Boat Beaver at Pier 55
Working Boat Beaver at Pier 55, in downtown Seattle, Washington
Harbor Tug Leschi at Pier 55
The harbor tug Leschi, at Pier 55 in downtown Seattle, Washington
A Small Floating Dredge in Lake Sammamish
A Small Floating Dredge in Lake Sammamish, Washington
Aluminum Fishing Boat in Lake Sammamish
A Duckworth-brand aluminum fishing boat being launched into Lake Sammamish. Described by the owner as the Cadillac of aluminum fishing boats. Aluminum boats are popular in the Pacific Northwest as an aluminum hull can better handle impacts with floating logs then a composite hull. Boats impacting floating logs is a common issue in this region.
A Roll-On Roll-Off Ship in Front of Mt Rainier
A Roll-On Roll-Off Ship sitting at anchor in Puget Sound, in Front of Mt Rainier. Image taken at sunset.
Seattle Car Ferry in Rich Passage
One of the Seattle Car Ferries, cruising through Rich Passage, Washington
Catamaran Ferry Kitsap
The high-speed catamaran ferry boat Kitsap, cruising through Rich Passage, off Bainbridge Island, Washington
Sailboat in Port Orchard
Sailboat in Port Orchard, Bainbridge Island, Washington
Motor Yacht Orchard Straits Cruising Port Orchard
The Motor Yacht Orchard Straits Cruising Port Orchard, off Bainbridge Island, Washington
Sailboat in Port Orchard
Sailboat in Port Orchard
A Humble Working Skiff at Rest
A Humble working skiff tied to the pier. Bainbridge Island, Washington
An Aluminum Research Boat In Port Orchard
An aluminum research boat cruising at high speed. In Port Orchard, Bainbridge Island, Washington
An Aluminum Research Boat on Puget Sound
An aluminum twin-outboard research boat cruising on Puget Sound near sunset.
A Bevy of Boats in Elliott Marina
A bevy of boats in Elliott Marina, Seattle, Washington
Western Gull In Elliott Marina
The research vessel Western Gull sitting in Elliott Marina, Seattle, Washington
Ranger 23 Foot Yacht in Elliott Bay Marina
A Ranger Tug 23 Foot Yacht with outboard motor. In Elliott Bay Marina
A Bulk Cargo Ship n Port Seattle
A small bulk cargo ship loading in Port Seattle, Washington
A Princess Cruise Ship Heading for Alaska
The Princess Line cruise ship Majestic Princess leaving Port Seattle, Washington, heading for Alaska.
Argosy Lines Tour Boat in Elliot Bay, Seattle
An Argosy Lines Tour Boat in Elliot Bay, Seattle, Washington
Bulk Cargo Ship at Pier 86
A bulk cargo ship loading grain at Pier 86 in Port Seattle, Washington. The cargo loader has a capacity of 3,000 tons per hour via two 48 inch conveyor belts. A modern bulk carrier in the 15,000 ton class can be loaded in one day.
An Aluminum Jasper Marine Yacht on Lake Washington
A Jasper marine 23 foot aluminum yacht on Lake Washington, Seattle, Washington
An Aluminum Jasper Marine Yacht Catches the Setting Sun
A Jasper marine 23 foot aluminum yacht catches the evening sun. On Lake Washington, Seattle, Washington
A Yacht on Lake Washington, Seattle, Washington
A large motor yacht at anchor on Lake Washington, Seattle, Washington.
Lake Washington with Mt Rainier
A boat on lake Washington with Mt Rainier in the distance. This urban lake forms part of the eastern shoreline of Seattle, Washington.
Barracuda High Speed Low RCS Interceptor
An 11 meter high speed low radar signature interceptor boat designed for military and law enforcement use. Manufactured by Safehaven Marine, Ireland. Spotted in an Occoquan, Virginia, Marina.
Barracuda High Speed Low RCS Interceptor
A n 11 meter high speed low radar signature interceptor boat designed for military and law enforcement use. Manufactured by Safehaven Marine, Ireland. Spotted in an Occoquan, Virginia, Marina.
A Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru
A Passenger Boat on the Tambopata River in Peru. Commercial river passenger boats on the Tambopata River are made of composite materials (fiberglass) and usually powered by 45HP outboards. The river's depth varies over thirty feet between wet season and dry season, so all river landings need to accommodate these changes.
USNS Oceanographic Survey Ship Pathfinder
A nighttime image of the USNS Oceanographic Survey Ship Pathfinder (T-AGS 60). She was launched in October 1993, and the lead vessel of her class. Her mission is to collect acoustical, biological, physical, and geophysical surveys of the world's oceans. Homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida.
USNS Oceanographic Survey Ship Pathfinder
A nighttime image of the USNS Oceanographic Survey Ship Pathfinder (T-AGS 60). She was launched in October 1993, and the lead vessel of her class. Her mission is to collect acoustical, biological, physical, and geophysical surveys of the world's oceans. Homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida.
Pusher Tug and Barge Leaving Baltimore
An unidentified tug pushing a barge loaded with sand, leaving Baltimore Harbor, Maryland.
Vehicle Carrier Apollen Highway
The vehicle carrier "Apollen Highway," shown here in Baltimore, Maryland. She was built in 2017, and registered in Panama. She has a 20,321 Summer Deadweight (t) , length of 656 feet, and her width is 124 feet. Also classed as a Roll-On Roll-Off (RORO). Part of the K Lines fleet and one of four similar ships assigned to their "North Atlantic Shuttle” routes.
Bulk Carrier Star Zulu
The bulk carrier "Star Zulu, shown here taking on cargo in Baltimore Harbor. Built in 2012 and registered in Nassau, The Bahamas. Her carrying capacity is 114536 Dead Weight Tonnage (DWT), and her current draft is reported to be 46 feet. Her length overall (LOA) is 837 feet and her width is 141 feet.
Bulk Carrier K. Marin Genoa
The bulk carrier "K. Marin Genoa," part of the K. Marin shipping company fleet. Shown here leaving Baltimore, Maryland. Built in 2014 and registered in Panama. Her carrying capacity is 63253 Summer Deadweight (t) and her current draught is reported to be 25 feet. Her length overall (LOA) is 652 feet and her width is 105 feet.
Harbor Tug Kenneth C
A lovely harbor tub "Kenneth C." She was built by Maine Iron Works in Houma, Louisiana, in 1970 and currently registered in Vanuatu. Pictured here in Freeport, The Bahamas. She has a gross tonnage of 188 tons. She is 98 feet long and 26 feet wide.
Work Boat in Freeport, The Bahamas
This appears to be a converted military landing craft, or logistics support vessel. Working in Freeport, The Bahamas.
Container Freight Loading Port
A container freight ship loading port in Nassau, The Bahamas. Loading up two MSC container freight ships.
Pilot Boat in Nassau, The Bahamas
A lovely pilot boat returning to port in Nassau, The Bahamas.
The MSC Container Freight Ship Jessenia R
The MSC Container Freight Ship Jessenia R leaving Nassau, The Bahamas. This ship is registered in Monrovia, Liberia, and was built in 2001. Her carrying capacity is 3,739 TEU and her current draft is reported to be 23 feet. Her length overall (LOA) is 844 feet and her width is 105 feet.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule Recovery Vessel Shannon
The former Offshore Supply Vessel "Shannon," now operated by SpaceX as a Dragon capsule recovery vessel. Identical to her sister ship "Megan." Seen here with what appears to be a SpaceX Dragon capsule loaded in the stern. She was built in 2009, and now homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida. Shannon is named after Shannon Walker, the first female NASA astronaut to fly on SpaceX’s Dragon capsule during the Crew-1 mission. She joined the SpaceX fleet in 2018 and upgraded to match the Megan.
SpaceX Dual-Purpose Support Vessel Doug
A former offshore platform supply ship, Doug is a SpaceX dual-purpose support vessel based at Port Canaveral, Florida. Along with her identical twin ship Bob, both vessels are designed for both fairing and booster recovery operations. Doug is named after Doug Hurley, one of the first two NASA astronauts to fly on SpaceX’s Dragon capsule during the Demo-2 mission. In 2021 Doug was retrofitted with a winch, enabling it to tow SpaceX drone ships. The vessel is also capable of recovering and storing four Falcon fairing halves on deck, using a large crane. A fast boat (Either Maverick or Goose) is deployable from the vessel to support recovery operations.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule Recovery Vessel Megan
The former Offshore Supply Vessel "Megan," now operated by SpaceX as a Dragon capsule recovery vessel. Identical to her sister ship "Shannon." Megan is named after Megan McArthur, the second female NASA astronaut to fly on SpaceX’s Dragon capsule. Starting out with SpaceX in 2016 as a fairing recovery / operational support vessel, Megan transitioned over to Dragon capsule recovery in 2018 as SpaceX focused on developing the Commercial Crew program under contract with NASA. Following a drydock and maintenance period during mid-2018, Megan was built out for the role with the addition of a medical treatment facility, helipad, and extensive communication radars. A large lifting crane is installed on the stern of the vessel to lift the capsule from the water.
Pusher Tug and Barge Leaving Baltimore
An unidentified tug pushing a barge loaded with sand, leaving Baltimore Harbor, Maryland, at sunset.
Towing Vessel Southern Star
The towing vessel "Southern Star," homeported in Baltimore, Maryland. Built in 1966, Under previous owners she was named "Voyager," "Larry J Herbert," and "Mr Larry." Powered with two, Cummins KTA 19-M4 diesel engines, 145 gross tonnage. She has a 9.5 foot draft, and is 78.7 feet long.
The Chesapeake Bay Oyster Buyboat PropWash
This Chesapeake Bay Oyster buy boat was built in 1925 as the "Agnes Sterling." Renamed the "Wayne Christy" from 1966 to 1990, "Old Squaw" from 1990 to 2006 and its present name of "PropWash" in 2006. PropWash was rebuilt and renovated in 1995 by Ralph W. Stanley Boats and Hinckley Yachts in Southwest Harbor, Maine to convert her from the oyster buy boat configuration to a Cruising Motor Yacht. Now homeported at a marina on Neabsco Creek, Woodbridge, Virginia.
Fiberglassics High and Dry
A Dorsett-brand classic fiberglass boat, now high and dry in Colonial beach, Virginia. This is possibly a 1961 model "Farallon" runabout, which was the largest and top-line model Dorsett built.
Miss Ann Fantail Yacht
The "Miss Ann," is a fantail yacht built in Delaware in 1926 by Pusey & Jones. Named “Siele” at the time of her christening, she was sold and renamed "Sea Wolf" in 1936. In 1941 she was sold to the US Navy and renamed "Aquamarine." The Navy outfitted her with heavier engines and guns and repainted her in battleship grey.
During WWII she was used for testing sonar systems. After the war, she was tender to Presidential Yachts “Potomac” and then “Williamsburg”. She was decommissioned in the early 1950s. In 1954 she was purchased by E.A. Stephens named “Miss Ann” after his wife. The ship was moved to Irvington, Virginia, in 1956. "Miss Ann" faithfully served guests at the Tides Inn resort for 52 years. Now sitting in Colonial Beach, Virginia, and listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Sail and Original Polaris Missile of USS George Washington
The sail of the world's first ballistic missile submarine, the nuclear-powered George Washington initiated the US Navy's fleet ballistic missile submarine fleet. The first Polaris ballistic missile carried by George Washington is in the background. On display at the US navy Submarine Museum, Groton, Connecticut
Screws of the USS Nautilus, SSN 571
The twin screws of the USS nautilus, world's first nuclear-powered vessel of any type. The Nautilus herself is also on display at the US Navy Submarine Museum, in Groton, Connecticut.
Superstructure of NR-1
The world's first nuclear-powered research submarine. The NR-1 was created by Admiral Hyman Rickover to be a deep-diving research submarine with effectively unlimited underwater endurance. In service from 1967 to 2008, the NR-1 performed numerous underwater recovery and research missions. The superstructure and external manipulator is now on display at the US Navy Submarine Museum, Groton, Connecticut.
Swimmer Delivery Vehicle
A Swimmer Delivery Vehicle (SDV) used to transport SEAL teams (formerly "Underwater Demolition Teams). This model is a "wet" SDV, as the SEAL team members are exposed to seawater while riding it.
Japanese Type A Mini-Sub
A World War II Japanese "Type A" mini-sub, designed to be carried piggy-back on a mother submarine. Designed to be operated by a two-person crew, this sub was equipped to launch two torpedos. This type of submarine was used in the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack and later throughout the war.
Midget Submarine USS X-1
The first midget submarine built for the US Navy, launched in 1955. Designed to penetrate enemy harbors and conduct offensive operations against ships in the harbor and shore facilities. Her armament consisted of swimmer-delivered limpet mines. The design included a large lock-out chamber for underwater demolition teams. She could also be configured for delivering mines. Length: 50 feet, Beam: 7 feet, displacement: 36 tons. Test depth 200 feet, and max speed 5 kts surfaced and 6 kts submerged.
Now on display at the US Navy Submarine Museum, Groton, Connecticut.
Early Morning at the Arizona Memorial
The memorial to the sunken Pre- WWII-era battleship USS Arizona, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The ship's superstructure has been removed, but the hull still rests under this memorial as testimony to the 1,170 crewmembers killed during the Pearl harbor attack.
A Ferry Boat in Pearl Harbor
A ferry boat making an early morning crossing to Ford Island, in the middle of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Summer 1995. In 1998 the Admiral Clarey Bridge opened, eliminating the ferry boats.
USNS Observation Island (T-AGM-23) docked at Pearl Harbor
USNS Observation Island (T-AGM-23), docked at Pearl Harbor, 1995. missile range instrumentation ship USNS Observation Island (T-AGM-23). The Observation Island operated worldwide and monitored compliance with strategic arms treaties and supported U.S. military weapons test programs. Decommissioned 25 March 2014.
Double-Ender Canal Tug
A double-ended tug boat designed exclusively for operations in the Panama Canal. July 22, 1994
A Skiff in Hawaii
A small skiff tucked away in an inlet off the north shore of the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Image taken on 35mm slide film, later digitized.
Falls of Clyde, a Steel-Hull Sailing Ship
The Falls of Clyde is the last surviving iron-hulled, four-masted full-rigged ship, and the only remaining sail-driven oil tanker. Moored in Honolulu Harbor, Hawaii. Built in 1878 in Port Glasgow, Renfrewshire, Scotland . Designated as a National Landmark in 1989. This photo was taken in 1995. Over the year this venerable ship fell into disrepair. She was deregistered in 2024 due to her condition and scuttled in 2025. Image taken on 35mm slide film, later digitized.
Aluminum Skiff on Bull Run River
An abandoned aluminum fishing skiff along Bull Run River, Virginia, on an autumn afternoon.
Small Dive Boat Looking for Charters
A small working dive boat looking for charters. Early morning in Ala Wai boat harbor at the foot of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii.
Boats in a Waikiki Marina
Privately-owned boats in Ala Wai boat harbor at the foot of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii. Early morning shot with the city in background.
Cat on a Boat
A cat getting it's morning exercise on a private trawler/yacht. Ala Wai boat harbor at the foot of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii.
Boats in a Waikiki Marina
Privately-owned boats in Ala Wai boat harbor at the foot of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii. Early morning shot with the city in background.
A Sailboat on an Hawaiian Morning
Sailboat in Ala Wai boat harbor at the foot of Waikiki early morning.
Port Royal at Decommissioning
A fine old lady, the USS Port Royal (CG 73) on her decommissioning day, September 30, 2022, in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. She is showing "Dress Ship" colors as befitting of the occasion, with her final crew on the pier.
Close-up of Hawaiian Outrigger Canoes
These modern-day interpretations of the traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoes known as "wa a" (vah-ah). These were owned by a local all-women's rowing/racing club. The green-hulled boat on the right is a six-person, with the red-hulled boat on the left is a four-person boat. In practice, there are six (or four) rowers, with another person at the stern with a steering oar. The steerer will call cadence. The rowers will alternate rowing from different sides of the canoe in groups of strokes.
Over the past years "wa a" clubs have sprung up and competition races have become popular. This group of "wa a" were on a beach at the foot of Waikiki, Island of Oahu, Hawaii.
Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe in Waikiki
These modern-day interpretations of the traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoes known as "wa a" (vah-ah). These were owned by a local all-women's rowing/racing club. Over the past years "wa a" clubs have sprung up and competition races have become popular. This group of "wa a" were on a beach at the foot of Waikiki, Island of Oahu, Hawaii.
The original Hawaiians carved these boats out of Koa trees. The modern interpretations are made of fiberglass composites with wooden booms (Iako) connecting the boat hull to the ama.
Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe on Waikiki Beach
A modern-day construction of a traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe, a waʻa (vah-ah), on the beach in Waikiki, Island of Oahu, Hawaii. The outrigger is called the ama.
These appear to have become popular for tourist adventures as I saw a number of these on the Waikiki Beach. September 27, 2022
A Small Boat Graveyard
A small boat graveyard along the shores of the lower Occoquan River, on the outskirts of the town of Occoquan. Boats in this graveyard include a pedal-powered boat, aluminum skiff, canoe, kayak, and the old sailboat "Dillon."
The Sailboat "Dilly" Having Seen Better Days
The still-floating hulk of the sailboat "Dilly," moored at an abandoned pier on the outskirts of the town of Occoquan, Virginia, along the lower Occoquan River.
Side View of the Lovely USS Constitution
Side view of the USS Constitution showing off her rigging. Launched in 1797, she is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the worlds oldest ship of any type still afloat. Now homeported in Boston harbor, and a fully commissioned Navy ship.
Navy Workboat At Washington Navy Yard
A U.S. Navy workboat, blocked up on the edge of the old graving dock at Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C.
A Lovely Fishing Skiff on Long Island New York
A lovely fishing skiff tied up at Silly Lily Fishing Station, East Moriches, on Long Island, New York. This family-owned fishing station has been in business renting various types of small boats since 1934. These wooden skiffs have been their standard style fishing boat since they started. The boats are currently equipped with a 6.5hp outboard, and oars (with oarlocks) as backup power. This style boat is perfectly suited for the waters and types of fish (fluke, striped bass) at the south shore eastern end of Long Island.
Admirals Barge, U.S. Navy CNO
The Admirals barge for use by the U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations. Flag officers typically have use of a Navy motor launch referred to as the "Admirals barge." The CNOs residence is at the Washington Navy Yard, and the Admirals Barge is moored along the Washington Navy Yard Quay Wall, on the Anacostia River.
The Wreck of the Halcyon
The sailboat "Halcyon," now a sunken wreck near the shores of the lower Potomac River, just south of Powells Creek.
Fishing Boat "Debbie Ann" Returning To Port
The fishing boat "Debbie Ann" returning to port in Galilee, Rhode Island
Fishing Boat "Debbie Ann" Returning To Port
The fishing boat "Debbie Ann" returning to port in Galilee, Rhode Island
A Cabin Cruiser and a Classic Sailboat
A cabin cruiser and a classic sailboat moored in Annapolis Harbor, Maryland
Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle (CUSV)
A test and development unmanned surface vehicle (USV) on display at the 2021 Sea Air Space 2021 Global Maritime Exposition, held at National Harbor, Maryland. Classified as "Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle (CUSV), The vessel is designed to be configured for different missions using its payload bay. For this display, the USV was equipped with a dual missile launcher. Textron Systems (builder) claims this vessel can be configured for either anti-submarine warfare, mine sweeping, or expeditionary warfare.
The large circle in the background is the National Harbor Ferris wheel.
Cruise Ship and Tug Boat and Sailboat Oh My!
A trio of assorted boats tied up along the quay wall in Bremerhaven Harbor, German
Bremerhaven Harbor on a Gray Day
Looking down the Harbor of Bremerhaven, Germany. This was a gray, hazy day with light rain, in the middle of August. Probably common weather for this part of Germany. The harbor was filled will various types of work and pleasure boats.
A Schooner in Bremerhaven, Germany
A twin-masted schooner in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany.
A Sleek Workboat in Bremerhaven, Germany
A sleek-looking power vessel tied up along the quay wall in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany. This appears to be a general utility vessel
The Harbor Tug Stier, Bremerhaven, Germany
The former harbor tug Stier, now on display at the German Maritime Museum, Bremerhaven, Germany. She was constructed in 1954, has a length of 19.9M with width of 6.2M and a draft of 3.05M. Powered by twin 350HP diesels driving Voith-Schneider propellers giving her a max speed of 9 knots. She served for 24 years before being decommissioned. Also referred to as a "water tractor."
A Sailboat in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany
A lovely single-masted sailboat in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany. This boat has a leeboard, which would replace a deep keel or center board. This indicates she is designed as a shallow-draft sailboat, possible used in the canals and shallow rivers of the area.
Boats in Port, Bremerhaven, Germany
Boats in port on a gray, hazy, rainy August day in Bremerhaven, Germany
Low Tide
A small boat grounded at low tide. On the shore of the Weser River in Blexen, Germany, near the ferry landing.
Sea-Going Tug Seefalke, Bremerhaven, Germany
The deep-sea salvage tug Seefalke, now part of the German maritime Museum in Bremerhaven, Germany. Built in 1924, she is 58.5M long with a width of 9.0M and draft of 4.4M. She was powered by twin 1650HP diesels for a maximum speed of 13.5 knots, and had a crew of 19 men. She was sunk by aerial bombers during WWII, raised, then sunk again to hide her from Allies after the war ended. In 1950 she was again raised and put back into service until 1970.
The Harbor Tug Stier, Bremerhaven, Germany
The former harbor tug Stier, now on display at the German Maritime Museum, Bremerhaven, Germany. She was constructed in 1954, has a length of 19.9M with width of 6.2M and a draft of 3.05M. Powered by twin 350HP diesels driving Voith-Schneider propellers giving her a max speed of 9 knots. She served for 24 years before being decommissioned. Also referred to as a "water tractor."
Decommissioned Cruiser Paul Kossel, Bremerhaven, Germany
A decommissioned cruiser/workboat Paul Kossel, now on display at the German Maritime Museum in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany.
An Early Hydrofoil Craft, Bremerhaven, Germany
An early hydrofoil craft, now on display at the German maritime museum in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany.
Rescue Boat Hermann Rudolf Meyer, Bremerhaven, Germany
The German "Sea Rescue Cruiser" class vessel Herman Rudolf Meyer in Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany. The Meyer was commissioned in July 1996, Length 23.1 m with width of 6.0 m and maximum draft of 1.6 m. She displaces 80 tons and has a four-man crew. Powered by twin 2,700 hp (1,986 kW) diesels driving two screws, she has a maximum speed of 24 kn (44 km/h). She is one of a class of four similar vessels.
Harbor Tugs and Workboats in Bremerhaven, Germany
A lovely trio of tugs and workboats lined up along the quay wall of Bremerhaven Harbor, Germany
Canal Cruiser on the Kinderdijk, Netherlands
An open tour boat cruising at the confluence of the Lek and Noord rivers along the windmills of the Kinderdijk. Located in the municipality of Molenlanden, in the province of South Holland, Netherlands.
Tour Boat on the Kinderdijk, Netherlands
A tour boat cruising at the confluence of the Lek and Noord rivers along the windmills of the Kinderdijk. Located in the municipality of Molenlanden, in the province of South Holland, Netherlands.
Tour Boat on the Kinderdijk, Netherlands
A tour boat cruising at the confluence of the Lek and Noord rivers along the windmills of the Kinderdijk. Located in the municipality of Molenlanden, in the province of South Holland, Netherlands.
Working Boat in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands
A lovely steel-hulled work boat moored in Rotterdam harbor, Netherlands
Working Boat in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands
A lovely steel-hulled work boat moored in Rotterdam harbor, Netherlands
Dive Boat High-Speed Water Taxi in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands
What appears to be a Rigid Inflatable (RIB) dive boat in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands.
High-Speed Water Taxi in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands
a high-Speed Water Taxi in Rotterdam Harbor, Netherlands. Photographed near sunset.
Looking Up The Mainmast of USS Constitution
Looking up the mainmast rigging of the USS Constitution. Launched in 1797, she is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the worlds oldest ship of any type still afloat. Now homeported in Boston harbor, and a fully commissioned Navy ship.
USS Constitution Behind Their Golden Anchor
The USS Constitution, nicknamed "Old Ironsides." Launched in 1797, she is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the worlds oldest ship of any type still afloat. Now homeported in Boston harbor, and a fully commissioned Navy ship.
Enlisted Berthing Deck On USS Constitution
This is the berthing and living deck on the USS Constitution. The enlisted crew would string their hammocks for sleeping, and remove them after reveille. During the day they would eat and congregate here for down-time recreation.
Officers Country on USS Constitution
This was the Officers Country (Wardroom) of the USS Constitution. The officers would take their meals here, and do their training and administrative work. The Captain's cabin was all the way aft.
Bow-on View of The USS Constitution
The USS Constitution, nicknamed "Old Ironsides." Launched in 1797, she is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the worlds oldest ship of any type still afloat. Now homeported in Boston harbor, and a fully commissioned Navy ship.
Working Boat of Zhouzhuang China
A working boat of the "Number One Water Town" of China, Zhouzhuang. The town is laced with a network of shallow, narrow canals and people use these boats to move around the town. No cars are allowed, so all other traffic is by foot.
A Traditional Tourist Boat of Zhouzhuang
Commonly referred to as sampans, these boats are traditional wooden craft in the waterways of Zhouzhuang and similar "water towns" of China. They are propelled by a boatman using a long sculling oar. The town is laced with a network of shallow, narrow canals and people use these boats to move around the town. No cars are allowed, so all other traffic is by foot.
Canal Boat of Zhouzhuang China
A canal boat of the "Number One Water Town" of China, Zhouzhuang. The town is laced with a network of shallow, narrow canals and people use these boats to move around the town. No cars are allowed, so all other traffic is by foot.
Dragon Boat on West lake, Hangzhou, China
A Dragon Boat on West lake, Hangzhou, China, complete with it's own pavilion.
A Group of Tour Boats on West Lake, Hangzhou, China
A group of tour boats tied to their landing, awaiting passengers. These boats are used for water rides on West lake, in Hangzhou, China. They are propelled and steered with the sculling oars, which are pulled up into the boats while tied up.
A Tourist Boat on West Lake
A traditional wooden tourist boat navigating the calm waters of West Lake in Hangzhou. These boats are still propelled with a sculling oar pushed by the operator sitting in the back of the boat.
A Tour Boat on West Lake, Hangzhou, China
One of the many touring boats on West Lake, in Hangzhou, China. These boats are used for water rides on West lake, in Hangzhou, China.
A Tour Boat on West Lake, Hangzhou, China
One of the many touring boats on West Lake, in Hangzhou, China. These boats are used for water rides on West lake, in Hangzhou, China.
A Tour Boat on West Lake, Hangzhou, China
One of the many touring boats on West Lake, in Hangzhou, China. These boats are used for water rides on West lake, in Hangzhou, China. Most are propelled and steered by sculling oars operated by the person sitting in the back.
View of the Cruise Ship "Norwegian Gem"
View of the Cruise Ship "Norwegian Gem," using a Tiffen star filter for effects. San Juan cruise ship piers, Puerto Rico.
Bow View of the "Norwegian Gem"
Bow view of the "Norwegian Gem" cruise ship at the San Juan cruise ship piers, Puerto Rico.
Celebrity Cruise Lines Ship Silhouette Entering San Juan
Celebrity Cruise Lines Ship Silhouette Entering San Juan, Puerto Rico
The MSC Divina Leaving San Juan, Puerto Rico
The MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) Cruise ship "Divina," leaving San Juan, Puerto Rico. This ship has a gross tonnage of 139,072 tons, can carry 4,345 passengers, and holds a complement of about 1,388 crew members. The Castillo San Felipe del Morro in the lower right hand forground.
A Live Aboard in Bristol
Located on the Floating Harbor in Bristol, England. This appears to be an old coastal steamer now converted into a live aboard, one of many live aboards lining the harbor quay walls. It appears some of these old ships have not gotten underway in many years.
A Canal Boat in Bristol
Located on the Floating Harbor in Bristol, England. This appears to be a canal boat, now converted into a live aboard, one of many live aboards lining the harbor quay walls.
A Live Aboard in Bristol
Located on the Floating Harbor in Bristol, England. There are dozens of old ships like this now converted into live-aboards.
Bristol Water Taxi
A water taxi commuting between Bristol Harbor and point in Northern Wales
The Submarine USS Nautilus, Now A Navy Museum Ship
The submarine USS Nautilus (SSN 571), is the worlds first nuclear-powered vessel. She is now a museum sub moored at the Submarine Museum in Groton Connecticut. Although decommissioned, there is a contingent of active-duty Navy sailors providing visitor safety and conducting guided tours. The submarine museum maintains a sizable collection of decommissioned mini-subs and submarine components.
Shipwreck At Mallows Bay
A shipwreck in the salvage basin at Mallows Bay, Maryland, along the Potomac River.
Deep Diving Submersible "Beaver Mk II"
Stern view of the deep diving research submersible "Beaver MK II." Launched in 1964, she was built to US Navy specifications to descend to depths of 2,000 feet with a cruising speed speeds of 2.5 knots and a top speed of 5.7 knots. Now on permanent indoor display at the Museum of Man In The Sea, Panama City, Florida.
Small Submersable in Museum of Man In The Sea, Panama City, Florida
No title associated with this apparent two-man submarine hanging in the Museum of Man In The Sea, Panama City, Florida. It appears to be an experimental US Navy sub, but that is all the available information.
Deep Diving Submersible "Beaver Mk II"
The deep diving research submersible "Beaver MK II." Launched in 1964, she was built to US Navy specifications to descend to depths of 2,000 feet with a cruising speed speeds of 2.5 knots and a top speed of 5.7 knots. Now on permanent indoor display at the Museum of Man In The Sea, Panama City, Florida.
The Delores Louise
A steel-hulled commercial fishing boat at the pier. Long Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island.
Old Mystic
A wooden-hull commercial fishing boat at the pier. Long Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island.
A Group of Offshore Fishing Boats
A group of offshore fishing boats moored.
Experimental Semi-Submersible
Office of Naval Research experimental semi-submersible vessel.
Two-Person Commercial Submarine
1960s vintage commercial submarine. "Tech Divers" International Underwater Contractors (IUC) submarine. On display at Museum of Man in the Sea, Panama City, Florida.
Final Resting Place of Sealab I
The worlds first underwater living facility. US Navy experimental underwater habitat developed in the 1960s. This was the first of three Sealab projects. On display at Museum of Man in the Sea, Panama City, Florida. The Sealab was completely renovated and repainted several years after this photo was taken.
The USS Recruit
This is the former navy training ship mockup "USS Recruit (TDE-1)" also known by the many sailors who went through San Diego Navy boot camp as "USS Neversail." When the Navy operated boot camp in San Diego this was a land-based ship mock-up used for training purposes. This photo is of the 1982 upgraded model designed to replicate an "Oliver Perry" class frigate. When the recruit training center closed and the land was sold for development, the USS Recruit became a monument to the thousands of sailors who went through Navy Basic training here.
Sail of the USS Parche
The sail of the former special projects submarine USS Parche, SSN 683, now a museum piece in front of the naval museum in Bremerton, Washington.
Sail of the USS Parche
The sail of the former special projects submarine USS Parche, SSN 683, now a museum piece in front of the naval museum in Bremerton, Washington.
U.S.S. Turner Joy, DD-951
The U.S.S. Turner Joy, DD-951, as the centerpiece of the maritime museum in Bremerton, Washington.
The Marina of Bremerton
The marina of Bremerton, Washington with the U.S.S. Turner Joy, DD-951, as a centerpiece of their maritime museum.
I Would Rather Be Boating
A recreational powerboat in Sinclair Inlet, Bremerton, Washington
Waterfront in Seattle
The waterfront of Seattle with one of the many ferry boats. Seattle has the largest ferry boat fleet in the United States.
River Boats of the Seine
A river boat of the Seine passing under one of the many low-arched bridges that cross the Seine River in Paris.
River Boats of the Seine
Some of the interesting river boats working the Seine River, Paris, France. These boats are long and low to pass under the low-arched bridges across the Seine in Paris.
River Boats of the Seine
Some of the interesting river boats working the Seine River, Paris, France. These boats are long and low to pass under the low-arched bridges across the Seine in Paris.
Marina in Cardiff Harbor
A lovely view of sailboats at anchor in Cardiff Harbor, Wales.
Fast Boat on the Thames
A high-speed catamaran tour boat on the Thames River, London
Boats on the Thames
A river tour boat on the Thames River, London
Remote Multi-Mission Vehicle
A US Navy "Remote Multi-Mission Vehicle (RMMV)," designed to operate semi-submerged and tow a submerged sonar sensor. Designed to be launched and recovered from a surface support ship, the RMMV is pre-programmed for a specific mission prior to launch, and maintains a telemetry link to the controlling vessel during its mission. Shown here in the mission bay of a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) prior to launch, resting on its maintenance cradle, with stern door of the LCS opened.
Remote Multi-Mission Vehicle
A US Navy "Remote Multi-Mission Vehicle (RMMV)," designed to operate semi-submerged and tow a submerged sonar sensor. Designed to be launched and recovered from a surface support ship, the RMMV is pre-programmed for a specific mission prior to launch, and maintains a telemetry link to the controlling vessel during its mission. Shown here in the mission bay of a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) resting on its maintenance cradle. This vehicle is considered a semi-submersible, as it operates submerged but with a snorkel above water to provide air for its diesel engine.
Biloxi Sunset
Taken from the old US 90 bridge, Biloxi, Mississippi
Royal Barge
Istanbul Naval Museum
Former Russian Aircraft Minsk
This was the former Russian Aircraft carrier Minsk, built in the mid-1970s. It was sold to China for use in the Chinese navy. After purchase, China discovered it was too poorly maintained for use, so it was converted into a tourist attraction. The former hanger deck is now a nightclub, and naval museum exhibits are on the main deck and flight deck. Shenchen, China
The San Diego Embarcadero At Night
The San Diego Embarcadero At Night, with the iron-hulled windjammer "Star Of India" in the foreground, downtown area behind.
Looking Up at the USS Iowa
The Iowa (BB61) was permanently moved to Berth 87 at the Port of Los Angeles in the summer of 2012, where she was opened to the public to serve as a museum and memorial to battleships.
A Lot of Decking
The forward decking of the USS Iowa, as looking from the superstructure. The anchor chains are visible all the way forward. The tower structure at the bow is an HF antenna.
Container Freight Ship in Long Beach
A container freight ship loading/unloading in Long Beach Harbor. The ship is only partially loaded at the time this photo was taken, as indicated by the bulbous bow partially above water. When fully loaded this ship would settled down to where all the green hull area is fully submerged.
Here Is Looking At You
The Number 2 Turret on the Battleship USS Iowa, Long Beach, California
Coast Guard Cutters All In A Row
Four US Coast Guard 110 Foot cutters pierside at the Coast Guard station in Key West, Florida.
Cruise Liner Majesty Of The Seas
Cruise Liner "Majesty of the Seas" is a Sovereign-class cruise ship owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd and operated by Royal Caribbean International. Shown tied up at the Navy Mole pier in Key West, Florida
Coast Guard Station Grand Isle, Louisiana
Coast Guard Station Grand Isle, Louisiana with a new Fast Response Cutter (FRC) between sea trials. The Fast Response Cutters are built at Bollinger Shipyards in Lockport, about 40 miles up Bayou LaFourche canal from the Gulf Of Mexico. For sea trials the cutters are moved down to this Coast Guard Station.
Coast Guard Response Boat - Medium in Key West
A US Coast Guard Response Boat - Medium (RB-M) at the pier in Key West Florida. These is a 45-foot (14 m) utility boats are built by Marinette Marine of Marinette, Wisconsin and Kvichak Marine Industries of Seattle, Washington. This vessel is self-righting if it capsizes, and advertised as capable of speeds up to 42.5 knots (48.9 mph).
USCGC Ingham (WHEC-35)
A WWII vintage Treasury-class Coast Guard Cutter and one of only two preserved. The USCGC Ingham was the most decorated vessel in the Coast Guard fleet and was the only cutter to ever be awarded two Presidential Unit Citations. Now a National Memorial to Coast Guardsmen Killed in Action in World War II and Vietnam. These 912 casualties are identified on a memorial plaque on Inghams quarterdeck. Ingham was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1992.
Joan Of Arc In The Weeds
Second View of Shrimp boat "Joan of Arc" Sitting abandoned in the weeds along the bank of Bayou Lafourche in Lockport, Louisiana
Joan Of Arc In The Weeds
Shrimp boat "Joan of Arc" Sitting abandoned in the weeds along the bank of Bayou Lafourche in Lockport, Louisiana
Risky Business
An abandoned shrimp trawler on the bank of Bayou Lafourche in Lockport, Louisiania
The River Boat "Natchez"
The River Boat "Natchez," a modern-day vessel homeported in New Orleans. This boat makes regular runs up and down the Mississippi river for tours and gambling.
Fast Bullet on Blocks
The oil-rig supply boat "Fast Bullet" up on blocks for repair. At Bollinger Shipyard on Bayou Lafourche, Lockport, Louisiana.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area. Note the bamboo raft tied alongside. The fishermen used this raft to haul their nets around their fishing area, with the boat itself moored to the shore.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area. Note the bamboo raft tied alongside. The fishermen used this raft to haul their nets around their fishing area, with the boat itself moored to the shore.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area.
Industrial Boats in China
A group of industrial boats moored along Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China.
A Chinese Fishing Boat
Part of a study of a Chinese inshore commercial fishing boat. Photos taken in a feeder river for Wulishan Harbor, Luchuan County, China, on June 18, 2011. This crew worked all along the harbor area.
Boats In A Canal
The abandoned shrimping boat "Joan Of Arc" on the east side of Bayou Lafourche with the oil rig crew and supply boat "Gloria A" on the west side, by Bollinger Shipyard.
Old Louisiana Shrimp Boat
Sitting sunk and abandoned on Bayou Lafourche that passes through Lockport, Louisiana.
Brand New Propellor
One of the propellers of the USCG Webber. Bollinger Shipyard, Lockport, Louisiania.
Looking Up at the USCG Webber
Taken prior to her launch into Bayou Lafourche, at Bollinger Shipyard, Louisiania.
Ready to Launch
Another shot of the Coast Guard's first 154 foot Fast Response Cutter (FRC). Bollinger Shipyard, Lockport, Louisiana.
Ready to Launch
The Coast Guard's first 154 foot Fast Response Cutter (FRC) USCG Webber, being launched.
Louisiana Fishing Boats
Fishing boats in a Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana marina. Boats "Rising Angel II," "Katrina," "April Dawn"
Louisiana Fishing Boats on Lake Pontchartrain
Fishing boats in a marina on Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana. Boats "Lucky Babe," and "Rising Angel II."
The fleet in port at a Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana marina
The fleet of shrimping boats and fishing trawlers in port at a Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana marina.
A Sailboat in New York Harbor
A lovely sailboat cruising in New York Harbor, amidst all the shipping traffic of this busy port.
A Classic Tour Boat in New York Harbor
A classic steam boat, now a tourist boat, cruises past Ellis Island in New York Harbor.
Ready to Go
The Coast Guard's first National Security Cutter (NSC) Bertholf newly painted, ready to leave dry dock. Portland, Oregon.
Paddle Wheel Tugboat Detail
Detail shot of the stern paddle wheel of "Portland".
Steam Powered Sternwheel "Portland"
The 1947 sternwheeler Portland, docked at Waterfront Park, houses the Oregon Maritime Center and Museum. she was the last steam-powered, sternwheel tugboat built in the United States. She was also the last such vessel still in service in the U.S. at the time of her retirement in 1981.For these reasons, she is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as "an outstanding representative of her type and method of construction."
Steam Powered Sternwheel "Portland"
Built in 1947 and was the last steam powered tugboat on the Columbia. The last steamboat race on the Columbia was held in 1952, between M.F. Henderson (built 1896) and the new steel-hulled Portland, both towboats. This was actually more of an exhibition than a race. The sentimental favorite, the old wooden Henderson, beat the new steel Portland.
A Pusher Tug with Barge on the Columbia River, Oregon
A pusher tug with barge on the Columbia River. This tug is just below Dallas Dam and Hydroelectric plant, upriver from Columbia Gorge.
A Catalina On Green Lake
A 21 foot Catalina sailboat at the pier on Green Lake, Oregon, getting ready to sail.
Looking Up at USCG Bertholf
Looking up at the bow of the USCG Bertholf , the Coast Guard's first National Security Cutter (NSC) , during her first dry docking in Portland, Oregon
Entering Dry Dock
The Coast Guard's first National Security Cutter (NSC) Bertholf enters dry dock in Portland, Oregon. This was the first dry docking for the Coast Guard's first NSC.
USCGC Bertholf (WMSL-750)
The first Legend-class maritime security cutter of the United States Coast Guard. 416 foot long, also known as the National Security Cutter class (NSC). Shown here pierside at the Alameda Coast Guard station, California.
USCGC Morgenthau (WHEC-722)
High endurance cutter (WHEC) USCGC Morgenthau pierside in Alameda, California. The scaffolding at the bow is for some work being performed on her anchor. The eighth of twelve 378-foot dual-powered turbine/diesel Hamilton-class, she was commissioned on March 10, 1969.
Shrimp Boat Morning
The old shrimp boat "Capt Doan" turned into the Scranton museum, located on the Pascagoula River. Photo taken with a Nikkon 8008 35mm 35-70mm lens. Early morning shot used a 30 sec exposure at F811.
Tour Boat in the Honeywell Swamps, Louisiania
A shallow-draft aluminum-hulled tour boat in the Honeywell Swamps, Louisiana. These boats are typically powered with single 225HP outboard engines. May 7, 2003
Shrimping Boats All In A Row
Shrimping boats tied up at a small shipyard on the west Pascagoula River, Mary Walker bayou
The Shrimping Boat "Clifford Paul"
The Shrimping Boat "Clifford Paul" tied up at a small shipyard on the west Pascagoula River, Mary Walker bayou
The Fishing Boat "Yankee"
A trawler tied up at the Tiki Restaurant pier on the west Pascagoula River, Mary Walker bayou
Fishing Boat In Guangzhou harbor, China
Fishing Boat In Guangzhou harbor, China
Poling Boat on the Li Jiang River
Poling Boat on the Li Jiang River. I subsequently saw this type of boat used in other parts of China. This would be comparable to a stand-up paddle board commonly used in the US for recreation.
Li Jiang River House Boat
A chinese house boat along a beach on the Li Jiang River Beach, China. These boats are in fact the main residence for entire families.
Li Jiang River Transportation
A fairly common type of poling boat used on the Li Jiang River in China. These would be comprable to the stand-up paddle boats that are becoming very popular for recreation here in the US.
Motor Boat on the Li Jiang River
A fairly typical powered boat on the Li Jiang River, China
Motor Boat on the Li Jiang River
A fairly typical powered boat on the Li Jiang River, China
Li Jiang River Tour Boat
Li Jiang River Tour Boat, As large as these boats are, their draft was only about three feet. Guilin, China
Concrete Canoe Graveyard
Concrete Canoe Graveyard. Seen outside of a park near Luchuan, China. After returning to the US I learned that the Chinese government had experimented with ferro-concrete boats. The idea was to provide farmers with low-cost low-maintenance boats to help in rice farming and fishing. I've been told the project was not entirely successful. This photo took first place in it's category at the Scranton Photo Club's annual photography contest in 2004. The framed 11x17 print was ruined during Hurricane Katrina and the negative damaged.
Submarine in the USS Arco Floating Drydock
An unidentified nuclear fast attack type submarine undergoing repairs in the USS Arco (ARDM-5) floating dry dock, moored at the US Navy Submarine Base San Diego, California. The submarine screw is covered for standard security precautions. September 6, 1995
Harbor Tug In San Diego Bay
A lovely harbor tug working in San Diego Bay, San Diego, California. September 6, 1995
Biloxi Shrimp Boat
A shrimp boat in Biloxi harbor, Biloxi, Mississippi. Scanned from a 35mm negative. August 8, 1995
Biloxi Shrimp Boat
A shrimp boat in Biloxi harbor, Biloxi, Mississippi. Scanned from a 35mm negative. August 8, 1995
The USS Port Royal By Night
The Aegis Cruiser USS Port Royal (CG73) at the Deperm pier in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Long exposure night shot using available light.
The USS Port Royal by Day
The Aegis Cruiser USS Port Royal (CG73) at the Deperm pier in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
USS Port Royal Transiting the Panama Canal
USS Port Royal transiting the Panama Canal, heading west towards Rodman and the Pacific ocean. July 22, 1994
A Fishing Boat in Gaeta Italy
Photographed this fishing boat, complete with dog, in the harbor of Gaeta, Italy
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Special Boats
I’d be remiss in not including photos of my own boats. Since 2001 I’ve owned two boats, both 18 foot runabouts (bow rider). My first boat, purchased very used, was a 1975 Regal “Countess 180” with a 90HP Yamaha outboard. After extensive renovations in 2008 I sold her in 2010. Then we purchased a new Bayliner 175BR sterndrive, which we still own. These are their photos.
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Kayak Adventures
Besides our power boats, we have kayaks. Winnie bought me my first kayak in 2010, and I was hooked. A few years later, after Winnie learned to swim and felt more comfortable in the water, she started kayaking with me. Over the years since my first kayak, we’ve acquired a few more (because one can never enough kayaks), and had lots of adventures. These are our photos.
A Study of the Wilhelm Bauer
While visiting Bremerhaven, Germany back in August 2018, Winnie and I had a few hours to explore the Maritime Museum there. The prime exhibit was the last surviving German Type XXI U-boat class submarine. Meticulously restored and maintained, this was one of my high points of our German vacation.
I’ve created a separate photo gallery of images and a video clip of this beautiful submarine.
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