Cruising guide: Quick reference for the entire Atlantic ICW from Norfolk, VA to Miami, FL — bridges with height and schedules, anchorages by protection direction, storm holes, fuel, propane, pumpouts, free docks, dog walking, inlets, and haulouts, all listed by mile marker.
When You're Underway
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.
Bahamas Sailing & Cruising Guide
Cruising guide: Quickly find anchorages by protection direction, dog walking, services including fuel, water, ATMs, propane, groceries, haulouts with max. beam and more — for the entire Bahamas.
VHF Radios: Everything You Need To Know
Online course: How to use your VHF radio confidently — routine calls, emergency procedures, channel selection, plus advanced features like DSC and AIS. Your VHF is more than a glorified walkie-talkie.
Motoring with Debris in the Water
While motoring, your engine circulates sea water. Keep debris in the water from causing your engine to overheat.
Cruising the ICW for the First Time
First ICW trip coming up? Here’s the honest, practical guide to what you’ll actually find out there.
Train Your Dog to Pee on the Boat
The secret to training a boat dog to use a pee pad is scent, a leash, and patience — and it works better than you’d expect.
Getting Over Your Fear of Heeling (Tips for Sailors and Cruisers)
Fear of heeling is a common anxiety for new sailors. We share the best techniques from science for conquering it from a cruiser who has been there.
How To Tie a Boat To a Mooring Ball
Tie up wrong and your line chafes through at night. Here’s the right method — and how to add storm security.
How to Get Past New Cruiser Fear?
How do you fight nerves when doing something a little scary? Me? I just fake it . . .
Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat
How to find the cause of a fuel problem on a boat. Symptoms and possible causes, plus step-by-step strategies for finding it.