Katie Hamilton

About the Author

Katie Hamilton is a seasoned maritime enthusiast and boating expert with over two decades of hands-on experience navigating coastal waters and maintaining vessels of all sizes. A former yacht captain and certified marine mechanic, she has sailed from the rugged shores of Maine to the sun-drenched bays of Florida, honing her skills in everything from engine troubleshooting to safe powering techniques. Hamilton's passion for making boating accessible to novices and veterans alike shines through in her practical, no-nonsense writing. When not out on the water testing gear or leading workshops, she resides in a seaside cottage in Rhode Island, where she continues to advocate for sustainable boating practices and shares her knowledge through books, articles, and online courses.