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Cruising Lifestyle
Cruising Lifestyle
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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!

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Cruising Reality vs Social Media

Published on June 26, 2024; last updated on July 2, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Woman with hat lying on boat with camera - cruising reality?

Cruising reality may differ from your expectations. Especially if you follow cruisers on social media. Here’s why.

Should You Sell Your Home When You Go Cruising?

Published on June 19, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

House with sale sign in front - should you sell your house before cruising

Should you sell your home when you go cruising? That depends. And surprisingly, boat insurance can be a prime factor.

The Power of the VHF 

Published on May 8, 2024; last updated on May 7, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

VHF is better - woman looking at her phone at anchor

VHF is better for local information while cruising. Let’s look at it more with some examples. Are you convinced?

🎧Hobbies Aboard

Published on April 20, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

isn’t the cruising life one big hobby? Well, maybe. But here are some other things we enjoy doing from the boat.

Working While Cruising

Published on March 20, 2024; last updated on March 19, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

woman with laptop n boat

Working while cruising is becoming more common, thanks to better internet access. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering it.

Cruisers Benefit from Doing New Things . . . Badly

Published on March 14, 2024; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

If being willing to try something new is a basic cruising skill, being willing to stink at things while you're learning them might be just as important.

Doing new things is part of the cruising life. But you’ll handle it much better if you can be comfortable doing new things badly.

🎧5 People on a 4-Person Boat

Published on March 9, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Where do you put 5 people on a 4 (maybe?) person boat? Here’s how we hosted 5 on our Bristol Channel Cutter.

Cruising & Friends

Published on February 22, 2024; last updated on February 21, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

People in front of flags

Making new friends, leaving friends behind. It can be tough on both ends. Eleven suggestions to make it easier.

The Cruiser’s Net

Published on February 1, 2024; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboats and a trawler anchored

Everything you need to know about a cruiser’s net – what they are, how to join in and tips for best participation. Everything you need to know PLUS a chance to listen in!

The Right Way

Published on January 31, 2024; last updated on January 31, 2024 by John Herlig

Anchoring and a cruiser gathering leads John Herlig to reflect on the right way to do things. And why your right way is best.

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