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Calling for Help on the Water

Published on September 15, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to get help to your boat on the water? Calling 911 may not cut it. [More] Calling for Help on the Water

Rules of Cruising – Plan or Stay Flexible?

Published on September 1, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A cardinal rule of cruising is to stay flexible. But you also have to plan. How do you balance them both? [More] Rules of Cruising – Plan or Stay Flexible?

Cruisers & Schedules – What’s Right For You?

Published on August 11, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Schedules are the enemy of cruisers? Maybe it’s not the schedule that’s the problem. [More] Cruisers & Schedules – What’s Right For You?

Learning From a Sudden Break

Published on July 28, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Clunk! The last thing you want to hear underway. Learn what happened and how we dealt with it. [More] Learning From a Sudden Break

The Dangers of NOT Drinking–Dehydration!

Published on April 28, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A scary trip to the emergency room taught us about the dangers of dehydration for cruisers. You’ve probably done these things yourself. [More] The Dangers of NOT Drinking–Dehydration!

Hurricane Prep: Why Remove Jibs and Genoas

Published on July 31, 2020; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why simply tying off your roller furling jib or genoa isn’t sufficient for a tropical storm or hurricane — pictures of the results. [More] Hurricane Prep: Why Remove Jibs and Genoas

Making a Hurricane Plan for your Insurer

Published on March 28, 2020; last updated on April 27, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock/Laura Lindstrom-Croop

If you’re cruising on your boat in a hurricane zone, your insurance company will want to see your hurricane plan. Here’s how to create yours from an insurance pro. [More] Making a Hurricane Plan for your Insurer

Are You Insured for Strangers on Your Boat?

Published on January 18, 2020; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Laura Lindstrom-Croop

Does your insurance cover workers on your boat? How about delivery crew? Here’s what you need to know before having strangers on your boat. [More] Are You Insured for Strangers on Your Boat?

Treat Your Family Like Crew

Published on December 7, 2019; last updated on May 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

Worried about conflict while cruising on a boat with your family? Here’s how to communicate better by treating each other like crew. [More] Treat Your Family Like Crew

When Problems Multiply

Published on December 2, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

When one problem grows into two or three, it\’s easy to feel frustrated. But you can triumph! [More] When Problems Multiply

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