Nica Waters

🎧Three Butyl Tape Tips

Published on January 28, 2020; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Lessons on using butyl tape learned from installing our bulkhead compass

Published on January 21, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

What is this “living on a boat” lifestyle called by those of us who live it?

Published on January 14, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Photos and memories combine with sadness at what’s lost in the Bahamas in the wake of Dorian.

Published on December 31, 2019; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

How and why we flush our diesel engine with anti-freeze each year.

Published on December 24, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

A boat work book’s story of a super fast renovation brings more questions than answers.

Published on December 17, 2019; last updated on September 29, 2024 by Nica Waters

Whether you’re celebrating years of marriage or the age of the boat, having a theme for gifts is welcome!

Published on December 5, 2019; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Dropping a kid off at college is both an end and a beginning, for all of us. Learn why that matters to cruising.

Published on December 3, 2019; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Just because I can buy certain items just about anywhere I go, I still search out local versions and buy in quantity.Yes, this means beer!

Published on November 26, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Life in a tiny town in the far reaches of Northeastern Vermont is remarkably like cruising. Learn why and how!

Published on November 19, 2019; last updated on December 28, 2024 by Nica Waters

When a windlass replacement requires electricity, there’s a lot to consider. Learn about why it’s important to think ahead!