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When You're Underway
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Life underway is full of excitement and fun, but can be challenging too.
 
Here's some of our "standard operating procedures" that reduce the stress and increase the enjoyment.

How to Sail the ICW – We Did It; You Can Too

Published on September 23, 2024; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

boat in canal

Can you sail the ICW? Of course. It doesn’t have to be a motoring slog. Here are the best tips to get in good sailing on the ICW.

🎧Ode to Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Published on August 10, 2024; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Nica Waters

Elizabeth City, North Carolina is a cruiser’s delight. Here’s why it’s worth a stop.

Weather Rules when Cruising

Published on July 10, 2024; last updated on July 8, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Weather rules when making cruising choices. But what does that mean? Here’s what you need to consider about weather.

Things to Know BEFORE Entering Boot Key Harbor

Published on May 9, 2024; last updated on May 8, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boot Key Harbor green day marker

I can’t address every possible question about Boot Key Harbor — but here is the info you need to know before arriving!

Picking Weather Windows

Published on April 24, 2024; last updated on April 24, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

picking weather windows - wind prediction graphic

Picking weather windows is a crucial skill for cruisers. Here’s what to consider when you’re choosing one for a passage.

How Far Can You Sail in a Day

Published on April 10, 2024; last updated on April 14, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

anchored boats at sunset - how far can you sail in a day

Knowing how far you can sail in a day helps you determine where and when you’ll stop. Here are all the factors to think about.

🎧Cruising to a Schedule

Published on February 10, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Sailboat

Everyone ends up cruising to a schedule–don’t let anyone tell you different. Here’s how to make it less stressful.

Helm Notes

Published on January 25, 2024; last updated on January 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t rely on everyone remembering all the details of the day’s journey. Detailed notes at the helm will make the trip safer and less stressful.

Bilge Alarm

Published on December 28, 2023; last updated on December 26, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A bilge alarm allows you to know if water is filling your bilge BEFORE it gets over the floorboards. The sooner you know, the better your chance of saving the boat.

Why You Should Turn Off the Water Pump on Your Boat

Published on October 25, 2023; last updated on October 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dripping tap - turn off the water pump

Do you keep your freshwater pump on all the time? Here’s why you should turn off the water–for safety’s sake.

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