Should you stay on your boat in a hurricane? Probably not. But if you have no other choice, this is what you need to know. [More] Should You Stay On Your Boat in a Hurricane?

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Hurricanes are a fact of life in most cruising grounds. Preparing for one starts long before it's ever predicted, in the off-season.
See our articles below or if you want a detailed step-by-step look at how to prepare your boat, check out our course Comprehensive Hurricane Prep for Boaters.
Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock
Should you stay on your boat in a hurricane? Probably not. But if you have no other choice, this is what you need to know. [More] Should You Stay On Your Boat in a Hurricane?
Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock
If your boat will be in the water when a hurricane comes through, you’ll need good lines to improve your chance of survival. These are 5 factors to keep in mind. [More] Choosing Dock Lines for a Hurricane
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There are so many things you need to do to help your boat survive a hurricane. Here’s a list that will help you stay focused on this important task. [More] How to Prep for a Hurricane – The List
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When a hurricane is coming, reducing windage is a vital task. Here’s what to remove or tie down. [More] How to Reduce Windage on Your Boat
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Exploring the factors that go into deciding where to spend hurricane season, and sharing our decision for this year.
[More] Hurricane Season Options
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Give your boat every chance to survive a hurricane. Follow these 11 tips to help it through. [More] Improve Your Boat’s Odds in a Hurricane
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Why simply tying off your roller furling jib or genoa isn’t sufficient for a tropical storm or hurricane — pictures of the results. [More] Hurricane Prep: Why Remove Jibs and Genoas
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How to prepare your boat for a hurricane, with ten things you absolutely must do and why. Give your boat a fighting chance! [More] How To Prepare A Boat For A Major Hurricane
Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock/Laura Lindstrom-Croop
If you’re cruising on your boat in a hurricane zone, your insurance company will want to see your hurricane plan. Here’s how to create yours from an insurance pro. [More] Making a Hurricane Plan for your Insurer
Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas
A hurricane is coming. It may or may not reach your location. How do you make a decision and own it? Here’s one cruiser’s story. [More] Deciding To Haul Out For A Hurricane – No Regrets
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