Heading to the Bahamas? Or already there? Then read my best tips for managing the Bahamas winter weather to have the best time.
When Life Gets in the Way of Your Cruising Plans
What if life gets in the way of your cruising plans? Start reviewing your options. Here’s how to think about it.
Always Do This Pre-Departure Check
One pre-departure check can make the difference between a nice sail and an aborted trip. You need to make it part of your routine.
How to Get Good Sleep While at Anchor
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
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
If you’ve never checked into a marina as a transient before, how do you know what to do? Just read this.
Best Cruiser’s Tool – Your Attitude
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
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
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
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.