All Articles – Newest to Oldest

Calling for Help on the Water

Published on September 15, 2021; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to get help to your boat on the water? Calling 911 may not cut it.

Published on September 14, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

A trip along the Connecticut Coast revealed the importance of having many fly swatters aboard!

Published on September 10, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A float plan only helps if you include the right info and put it in the right hands. Here’s what every cruiser needs to know about float plans.

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.

Published on September 7, 2021; last updated on July 28, 2024 by Nica Waters

Details about the differences between documentation and registration, and why you might choose to title your boat one way or another.

Published on September 3, 2021; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is it time to clean you boat’s bottom? Here’s what you need to know to get the best job for the best price.

Published on September 1, 2021; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A cardinal rule of cruising is to stay flexible. But you also have to plan. How do you balance them both?

Published on August 31, 2021; last updated on September 29, 2024 by Nica Waters

No matter how well prepared you think you are, it always comes down to the wire when you’re getting ready to splash!

Published on August 27, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lighting your propane burners takes a few steps. Here’s what they are and why they make you safer onboard.

Published on August 25, 2021; last updated on June 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How much money will you need to start cruising?