One of the big privileges of cruising even a few miles away from city lights is viewing the night sky. WOW! Tips for even more enjoyable stargazing —
Cruising Lifestyle
Thinking about cruising and wondering what the lifestyle and community are like?
What's a typical day like? What are boat cards? A dinghy drift? Is it tacky to grab something out of the dumpster?
These articles will give you a glimpse into the cruising life as it really is!
🎧Communications Apps for Cruisers
How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well!
🎧Cruising with a Dog
Sure, you’ve seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?
How to Quiet Clanking Halyards
Five easy ways to keep sailboat halyards from clanking against the mast. Silence them on your boat for a better night’s sleep!
🎧 That Time I Hated Cruising
When cruising isn’t going well, what can you do to get things back on track? Here’s my story . . .
🎧The Power Equation
Listen in for our 4-step approach to having sufficient power for the things we want on our boat.
🎧Boat Systems for Everyone
If someone gets injured or ill — or just has to be away from the boat for some reason — someone else aboard is going to have to step up. But can they?
Hurricane Prep for Boats: Help Others, Help Yourself
Preparing for a hurricane? Don’t forget the boats around you. Helping them might be as important as prepping your own boat.
🎧Postcards from Sea (BR Podcast Guest)
I was honored to be a guest on John Herlig’s wonderful podcast, Postcards from Sea. Listen in as we chat about, well, all sorts of cruising stuff.
Smartphone Communication Apps
Four great apps for cruisers wanting to have real-time communications with friends and family around the world.