A hurricane prep checklist for your boat will reduce stress if a storm is headed your way and can help get your hurricane plan approved. FREE download.
Ant Infestation
This past summer, we had an ant infestation on our boat. Normal sprays and traps didn’t make a dent in them. How we finally got rid of them for good.
That Time I Wanted Off the Boat
I’d had it. I was overheated, exhausted, sick and nothing was working right. What do you do when cruising is going badly?
Less Stressful Cruising
We all dream of carefree cruising but the reality of boat maintenance and trip prep can get in the way of that. Three things that greatly lessen the stress for us.
Getting Tough on Ants & Roaches
One simple thing is keeping our boat pest-free despite being in southern Florida.
Emergency Motor When Traveling by Boat
Your dinghy motor can get the “big boat” to a safe place . . . not very quickly, mind you, but it’ll do it with these two techniques.
How to Get Rid of Spiders on Boats
How to get rid of spiders on a boat with no toxic chemicals and no need to be off the boat. Easy DIY solution that’s also safe for kids and pets.
Hi Viz Clothing for Boaters
Bright clothing = less chance of being hit while having fun!
Bad Weather on a Boat? Put on Your Shoes
As you’re prepping your boat for a thunderstorm or squall, take a minute to prepare yourself as well.
Have a Fire Drill on Your Boat
You practice other things on the boat — docking, MOB, heavy weather tactics — so why not have a fire drill (or two) and make sure everyone knows what to do? And when to just leave?