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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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🎧Dealing With Time Warp

Published on February 9, 2021; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Without a job to force you to pay attention to the calendar, it can be hard to keep track. Here are a couple of reasons it’s important – and how to do it.

🎧Go Local! Attend an Event! 

Published on December 4, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Leaving the anchorage to attend a local event can be a blast! What kinds of fun might you find?   

The First Year “Cruising” – One Cruiser’s Tale

Published on August 1, 2020; last updated on July 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Julie Tijerina

You buy your boat and refit it. You’re ready to cruise, right? One freshman cruiser tells what the first year cruising and learning curve is really like.

🎧Real Life?

Published on July 28, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

In which I explain why I’m tired of hearing people tell me my life on the boat isn’t really real.

🎧Independent or Oblivious?

Published on June 23, 2020; last updated on October 31, 2023 by Nica Waters

Cruising appears to be a totally independent lifestyle. It’s not.

🎧Hold Cruising Plans Lightly

Published on June 19, 2020; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cruisers can plan. But there are many things outside your control that can change. Here are a few.

🎧Sunset Celebrations

Published on May 29, 2020; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruisers can make a party out of anything. Learn how the best gatherings celebrate the sun going down. 

Dinghy Drift

Published on May 17, 2020; last updated on September 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

A dinghy drift or raft-up is a floating party — generally for happy hour and a gorgeous sunset, shared with friends. How to make it happen!

Cruising When Older

Published on May 9, 2020; last updated on February 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Many people go cruising in their early retirement years, but can you keep cruising at 75+? What does it take?

Boat Cards

Published on April 7, 2020; last updated on June 13, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat cards are a quick way to exchange info without writing it out each time. They’re your calling cards. What should be on yours?

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