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That Time I Wanted Off the Boat
I’d had it. I was overheated, exhausted, sick and nothing was working right. What do you do when cruising is going badly?
Cruising Eleuthera
What’s cruising Eleuthera like? Pink sand beaches, the Glass Window, fun events, friendly people along with great provisioning and services!
How To Tie a Boat To a Mooring Ball
How to securely tie your boat to a mooring ball and avoid chafe. Includes regular tying up, the best line to use and extra security for storms.
Getting a New PFD
Good PFDs (personal floatation devices) and tethers are expensive high tech gear. How to choose and set up a new PFD.
Mantus Anchors
Why we chose a Mantus anchor as the primary anchor for Barefoot Gal. Some day, our lives — or at least our boat — may depend on our choice.
Cruisers Helping: You’re Never Alone
Cruisers helping each other is one of the unwritten rules of living on a boat. You get out of this life what you put into it.
Turkish Evil Eyes
The story behind the three Turkish Evil Eyes on Barefoot Gal. We want to keep that bad juju away!
Dirt from the Boat Yard
Life in a boat yard can be pretty dirty. Tips for keeping it out of the boat.
Buoy – Home at Sea
A touching read-aloud story of the sea for boat kids or visiting grandkids. And the adults will love it, too!