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How to Avoid Cruiser Stress

Published on November 16, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Struggling to manage the stress of cruising? There are a few ways to increase your confidence. Try these.  [More] How to Avoid Cruiser Stress

Check Your Boat’s Ditch Bag

Published on November 9, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s not enough to just create a ditch bag and forget about it. You need to make sure it’s still in good shape. And update it for your current cruising plans. Here’s how. [More] Check Your Boat’s Ditch Bag

Dealing with Cold Weather When Boating

Published on September 28, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Mobs of cruisers head south down the ICW in the fall looking for warm weather. But what if you get caught in the cold? Here’s a cruiser’s best tips for staying warm on a chilly boat.  [More] Dealing with Cold Weather When Boating

How to Deal with Problems When Cruising on Your Boat

Published on July 20, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

All cruisers have unexpected problems come up. But how you deal with them will make the difference. Here’s what we learned from some unexpected medical issues while cruising.  [More] How to Deal with Problems When Cruising on Your Boat

Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

Published on July 13, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If someone on your boat develops health problems, are you prepare? Here’s how we’ve made sure medical issues are manageable. [More] Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed by Cruising, Try This

Published on July 6, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Feeling overwhelmed by all you have to do? Here are some tips to help make it easier.  [More] When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed by Cruising, Try This

Emergency! Water Coming in the Boat

Published on February 9, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

While in the Bahamas we discovered seawater coming in the boat. Learn from our experience. [More] Emergency! Water Coming in the Boat

Rats! Keep Them Off Your Boat

Published on November 17, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A rat visitor taught us valuable lessons about how to keep them out in the future. Here’s what you need to know to keep your boat rat free. [More] Rats! Keep Them Off Your Boat

Check Safety Gear Before You Need It!

Published on October 1, 2021; last updated on February 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When a problem happens, it’s too late to do a safety check. Check these items on a regular basis to stay safe on your boat.  [More] Check Safety Gear Before You Need It!

A Cruising First–Getting a Tow

Published on September 29, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

It took us 13 years of cruising, but we finally ran aground and needed a tow. Hear about our decision making process and learn from our experience.  [More] A Cruising First–Getting a Tow

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