Your dinghy choice is almost as big a decision as your “big boat” when it comes to cruising enjoyment. What we just upgraded to and why . . . [More] Choosing a Dinghy
Cruise in Hurricane Season
How we actively cruise our boat during hurricane season: insurance, how to get weather information, plan our travel and guidelines for choosing where to go. [More] Cruise in Hurricane Season
Staying in Touch
There just aren’t cell towers out on the water — or in many great cruising anchorages. So how do we stay connected with family and friends? [More] Staying in Touch
Necessary Dinghy Safety Gear
A list of 17 important pieces of dinghy safety gear to always have with you. Learn why you need each one of these aboard. [More] Necessary Dinghy Safety Gear
How To Make Lazy Jacks Easy To Use
Does it drive you nuts to raise the main on a boat with lazy jacks? A couple hours and about $100 in parts can solve the problem! [More] How To Make Lazy Jacks Easy To Use
Cruising & Plans
Cruising plans are often said to be written in the sand at low tide. It took us a couple of years to understand what that really meant. [More] Cruising & Plans
Stocking Spare Parts
Building up a stock of spare parts and boat bits takes a lot of thought and probably costs more than you expect. But being prepared to fix things: priceless! [More] Stocking Spare Parts
Checking Your Instruments
Don’t assume your instruments — particularly the depth sounder — are set up correctly. Ours weren’t and it took us a while to realize it. [More] Checking Your Instruments
Things to Know BEFORE Entering Boot Key Harbor
I can’t address every possible question about Boot Key Harbor — but here is the info you need to know before arriving! [More] Things to Know BEFORE Entering Boot Key Harbor
Getting a Bahamas Pet Permit
Step-by-step instructions to get a Bahamas Pet Import permit so you can take your dog or cat with you on your boat trip to the Bahamas. [More] Getting a Bahamas Pet Permit