QMS Journal
The Far-Flung History of Basque Berets
A deep dive into the history and culture of Basque berets: the original fishing hat.
A Mariner's Lexicon
A brief dive into the most notable and colorful phrases and idioms of New England coastal speech.
Nautical Distancing in Voyageurs National Park
Our fellow Mariner Melinda Nelson tells her tale of her voyage to the Boundary Waters at the northern border of Minnesota.
My Days as a Deckhand on the New York Water Taxi
Reminiscing about running the boats in the underdog fleet of the New York Harbor.
On the North Fork with Treiber Farms
We took a trip out to Long Island to talk with Peter Treiber of Treiber Farms about sustainable farming, and leaving NYC for the North Fork.
Ralph & Martha Cahoon's Whimsical Folk Art
Ralph and Martha Cahoon were furniture decorators, Cape Cod natives, and folk-art painters who distilled the charm of the East Coast in their fanciful work.
The Down East Humor of "Bert and I"
Legendary Down East humorists Marshall Dodge and Bob Bryan found a certain charm in the Maine lifestyle that they immortalized in their "Bert and I" storytelling sketches.
Max Raab & The Magic Of A Quaker Marine Hat
Learn about the legendary sportswear pioneer, film producer, Philadelphia native, and avid Quaker Marine wearer who made the introduction that eventually led to our relaunch.
Ice Scooters of the Great South Bay
Read up on the history of one of the greatest wintertime boating traditions on Long Island.
Quaker Marine x Seabags: A Sustainable Collaboration
We teamed up with Sea Bags of Maine on an exclusive collection of caps and bags, made by hand in the US using recycled sailcloth.
Under the Radar Seaside Spots in New York City
Calling all sweat-soaked summertime New Yorkers: a guide to seaside destinations 90 minutes or less from midtown.