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How to Get Good Sleep While at Anchor

Published on February 1, 2023; last updated on January 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cruiser’s can get a good night’s sleep at anchor. And stay safe. Here’s how we do it–and you can too.

A Suggested Route Through the Bahamas

Published on January 25, 2023; last updated on January 27, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s a good route through the Bahamas? Here’s the path cruiser John Herlig suggests in his Boat Show course.

How to Check Into a Marina

Published on December 28, 2022; last updated on August 19, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you’ve never checked into a marina as a transient before, how do you know what to do? Just read this.

Your Cruising Dreams

Published on December 21, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you tell people when they ask where you plan to cruise? Your answer may mean the difference between cruising joy and feeling like a failure.

Boat Navigation Redundancy – Always Have a Backup

Published on December 14, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The best way to know where you are when underway is to have redundant navigations systems. Here’s what we suggest.

Best Cruiser’s Tool – Your Attitude

Published on November 30, 2022; last updated on April 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruising can be exceptionally difficult if you don’t have the right attitude. It can be the single biggest predictor of cruising “success.”

Make Cruising More Enjoyable – Here’s How

Published on November 23, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruising has its difficult moments. But if you have these things, it will be much more comfortable–and fun!

VHF Settings – Do Other Cruisers a Favor

Published on October 26, 2022; last updated on April 10, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Can you imagine how annoying it is to be cruising just off shore and having to hear sailors on the interior calling for bridge openings? That’s why you need to remember to do this with your VHF radio.

Boating, Cruisers and Skin Cancer

Published on October 19, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lately I’ve been thinking about 2 cruising hazards. One is a threat every day, another less often. But both can be deadly. Here’s how to keep yourself safe from both.

Get the Florida Quick Loop Reference for Your Boat

Published on September 21, 2022; last updated on September 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Doing the Great Loop? Or just exploring the mini loop of Florida? This handy guide has anchorages, info about bridge openings, locks, fuel pumps, and more to make your cruise a breeze!

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