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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!

Lists, Lists, Lists

Published on May 18, 2022; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Even the most seasoned cruiser sometimes forgets stuff. How to avoid it? Checklists are the key. Here are two that might help you.

Route Planning – One Example

Published on April 20, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When planning your route, you need to take several considerations. Here’s one example from the planning of one of our trips.

Cruising When Older – An Update

Published on March 9, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When are you too old to cruise? What you need to consider to make the decision that works for you. And to keep going as long as possible.

Should You Turn Back?

Published on February 16, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why turn back if you’re already decided to start out on a passage? Lessons learned from long-time circumnavigators.

Buddy Boating – Is it a Good Idea?

Published on January 19, 2022; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When you’re a newbie cruiser, it can be tempting to travel in a group. But is buddy boating the safest option?

Offloading for a Trip to the Bahamas

Published on January 5, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you need to take all your gear to the Bahamas? Or can you leave something behind? Here’s what we took off the boat on our last cruise to the Bahamas.

Arctic Sailing

Published on December 1, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you’re looking for a great sailing adventure video, I have a good one for you!

A Thankful Cruiser

Published on November 24, 2021; last updated on November 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A trying year needs gratitude

Thanksgiving as a cruiser? Here’s what I’m thankful for.

Routing Long Passages with Fast Seas

Published on September 8, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you plan your route for a long passage? It’s easy with a nifty app called Fast Seas.

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