Preparing to Cruise

Cruising involves so much -- and some skills and mindsets that many of us find a little different than for living on land.

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How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

Published on August 17, 2022; last updated on August 16, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Just how do you gain all the skills you need to be a successful cruiser? Well, it starts with knowing what skills you need to build the most… [More] How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

Don’t Wait; Go Now!

Published on August 3, 2022; last updated on July 28, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you dream of cruising “someday?” What are you waiting for? [More] Don’t Wait; Go Now!

Working While Cruising

Published on February 23, 2022; last updated on February 22, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Investments and savings are great. But will it be enough? What you should know about working while cruising. [More] Working While Cruising

Boat Insurance Pitfalls

Published on January 12, 2022; last updated on January 11, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you’re a new cruiser or buying an older boat, you may have some challenges insuring your boat. Here’s what you need to know. [More] Boat Insurance Pitfalls

Offloading for a Trip to the Bahamas

Published on January 5, 2022; last updated on January 4, 2022 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. [More] Offloading for a Trip to the Bahamas

The New Year – Bringing Your Dream Closer

Published on December 29, 2021; last updated on December 27, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

The New Year is when many of us look forward. If your future includes a cruising dream, here are some ways to make progress toward your goal. [More] The New Year – Bringing Your Dream Closer

Routing Long Passages with Fast Seas

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

How do you plan your route for a long passage? It’s easy with a nifty app called Fast Seas. [More] Routing Long Passages with Fast Seas

Document? State Title? Which Do I Need?

Published on September 7, 2021; last updated on September 1, 2021 by Nica Waters

Details about the differences between documentation and registration, and why you might choose to title your boat one way or another. [More] Document? State Title? Which Do I Need?