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Provisioning, Meal Planning, and Food Storage for Boaters
Online course: Learn how to provision your boat — what to buy, how much, how to store it, and flexible meal planning that works even when plans change.
How to Learn and Map the Systems on Your New Boat
Learn and map the systems on your new boat with a systematized approach. Here’s a step-by- step method to learn each system.
Boat Ventilation: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning
No AC? No problem — here’s the complete system for staying comfortable on a boat in the heat, built from 17 years of full-time liveaboard experience.
Deciding Not to Buy a Boat – What are the Deal Killers?
What has you deciding not to buy a boat? In other words, a deal killer? Here are some thoughts to consider.
Planning to Cruise Internationally on Your Own Boat
How to learn the legal formalities for international cruising on your own boat — the most reliable sources for everything you need to know.
How to Fix Small Scratches on Boat Teak
How to fix small scratches in boat teak. All it takes is the right product, very little effort, and a little time.
Motoring with Debris in the Water
While motoring, your engine circulates sea water. Keep debris in the water from causing your engine to overheat.
Pre-Purchase Boat Survey: A Buyer’s Guide
Before you sign the papers on a used boat, here’s what a pre-purchase survey actually does and how to get the most from it.
Using Pot Restraints on a Boat Stove
Using boat pot holders (aka pot restraints) to keep pans in place on moving boats. Don’t have your pans — and food — go flying!