Storms, running out of food, breaking gear, is this the reality of setting sail across an ocean? First timers worry it is. So listen in to see what some of these first timers actually encountered once as they crossed their very first ocean.
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New Boat Owner Checklist: 10 Things to Do Right Away
Just bought a boat? Here are the ten things you need to handle before that first ride, plus a free printable checklist.
🎧Overcoming Fear and Gaining Confidence
Being prepared for offshore cruising not only means having gear to handle heavy weather, but also gaining confidence to face your first storm at sea.
Summer in the Keys
Is it really feasible to spend the summer on a boat in the Keys? My experience (spolier: this is our second summer here).
An Easier Way to Splice Double Braid Rope
One tip from a professional rigging shop changed everything about how I splice double braid. Here’s what they taught me.
🎧Two Clues
Is cruising different on a smaller, simpler boat? Obviously yes, in the boat. But in other ways as well? See what Lin Pardey has to say about the consequences of “go small, go simple, go now.”
Weather Watching
If you’re living on a boat, weather is just as important when you’re at anchor, on a mooring or even at anchor as it is on passage. Another key for staying safe in your cruising.
The Keys Salt Scrub
Looking for an environmentally-friendly and wonderful body scrub? Have I got one for you — and it’s made right in the Florida Keys!
Why Did Barefoot Gal Survive Irma?
Our catamaran came through Category 4 Irma nearly untouched while most boats in the harbor were lost. Here’s the prep that made the difference.
No Natz
No-see-ums, gnats and other biting bites making the reality not quite live up to the dream? I recently found an effective spray that’s mild on skin and not harmful to pets who may lick.