Blue Horizons isn’t a typical cruising book. There’s no how-to or travelogue. But if you want to know how voyaging makes you FEEL . . . [More] Blue Horizons
Cruising & Chartering
Ahhh, living the dream! But what's it really like? What do I need to know?
Tips and skills to help you have a great time, whether it's on your own boat or a charter.
Celebrating from Afar
A concern for many cruisers is how to share special occasions with family and friends when you’re apart. Four ways to celebrate “together!” [More] Celebrating from Afar
Road ID: ID for Boaters Too
If you were sick or injured while ashore, would you have ID? And would that ID provide a way for first responders to contact someone on your boat? Or know what meds you take? Your medical conditions — or drug allergies? Road ID provides all this and more! [More] Road ID: ID for Boaters Too
Provisioning by Dinghy
If you’re taking groceries back to the boat by dinghy, you need to protect certain things (say, sugar) from getting wet. Here’s how to do it! [More] Provisioning by Dinghy
Better Cruising Photos
Tips for taking better photos of your cruising fun! Simple things that will have a big impact. [More] Better Cruising Photos
Speeding Up Sailmail and Winlink (Blue Water Sailing, August 2006)
Several tips for improving your Sailmail or Winlink connections. [More] Speeding Up Sailmail and Winlink (Blue Water Sailing, August 2006)
Light My Fire!
Lighting a fire with book matches can burn your fingers! Use these tested tips to do it safely. [More] Light My Fire!
Easter Eggs without Food Coloring
Tested ways to make your own Easter egg dyes without using food coloring . . . and a number of things that don’t work! [More] Easter Eggs without Food Coloring