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Mashnee Island – Is It or Was It?

By Molly Murphy Most people passing through the Cape Cod Canal never notice it at all; a narrow peninsula wrapped in water on three sides, tucked between Massachusetts Maritime Academy and Tobey Island. With a lack of public parking and little reason for visitors to stop by beyond taking a... Continue reading

April

Scott Zeien

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No, The Bassetts Island House Was Not A Hotel

Last year we published a story about a hotel that existed on Bassetts Island in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As is often the case with local history, much of the research behind the article was anecdotal, gathered from second and third hand recollections of the time. Our... Continue reading

January

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5 Tips for Winter Seal Watching on Buzzards Bay

Borrowed from our friends at the Buzzards Bay Coalition .... During the colder months of the year, Buzzards Bay hosts some beautiful and wild guests from the north – seals. These playful mammals are delightful to see lounging on rocks and beaches along the Bay’s shoreline in winter. The most... Continue reading

January

Scott Zeien

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Where Does the Name “Cataumet” Come From?

If you’ve ever wondered how Cataumet got its name, the answer goes way back—long before Bourne was a town, or even Massachusetts was a colony. The name Cataumet comes from the Wampanoag (Algonquian) language, spoken by the Native people who lived here for centuries. Historians don’t agree on every detail,... Continue reading

February

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Shark Attack in Buzzards Bay?

Shark mania has taken hold on Cape Cod. Each year we hear more and more reports of shark sightings on the Outer Cape beaches. It's a sensational story that the public just can't get enough of. But a shark attack in Buzzards Bay? It has happened. In fact, the only... Continue reading

October

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Who Was Martha and Where Was Her Vineyard?

Martha’s Vineyard is certainly one of the most visited destinations for Kingman boaters, and we were wondering where the island got its name. It turns out we're not alone. In fact there are several theories about the origin of the name "Martha's Vineyard," but none of them can be definitively... Continue reading

June

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Tips on Watching Fireworks from Your Boat Around Cape Cod

There’s nothing like watching a fireworks display from the privacy of your own boat. If you’re thinking of catching a show this week make sure that your running lights and radar are working properly; check the condition of your anchor gear and that you have all required safety equipment on... Continue reading

April

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Our Favorite Destinations: Scituate Harbor

Scituate Harbor is a centuries-old fishing village, steeped in maritime history, that has become a vibrant commercial community – bustling yet authentic. About an hour north of the Canal by powerboat, the harbor is picturesque, well-protected and easy to navigate. Aim for the red/white “SA” bell about half a mile... Continue reading

March

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Our Favorite Destinations: Cohasset

An hour or so by powerboat from the Cape Cod Bay end of the Canal sits picturesque Cohasset Harbor. This port is as New England as a movie set – in fact many scenes from The Witches of Eastwick were filmed here – with rocky outcroppings and massive mansions dotting... Continue reading

October

Scott Zeien

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A (Not So Brief) History of Cleveland Ledge Light

Originally known as Pocasset Ledge, Cleveland Ledge, eight miles southwest of the entrance to the Cape Cod Canal, is named for President Grover Cleveland who frequently visited the area to fish. The decision to build a lighthouse there was part of a plan to convert the aids to navigation in... Continue reading

Favorite Destinations

Mashnee Island – Is It or Was It?

No, The Bassetts Island House Was Not A Hotel

5 Tips for Winter Seal Watching on Buzzards Bay

Where Does the Name “Cataumet” Come From?

Shark Attack in Buzzards Bay?

Who Was Martha and Where Was Her Vineyard?

Tips on Watching Fireworks from Your Boat Around Cape Cod

Our Favorite Destinations: Scituate Harbor

Our Favorite Destinations: Cohasset

A (Not So Brief) History of Cleveland Ledge Light

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