Nov 10, 2025
Dealing with a sick crew member aboard. Here are a couple of ways to address illness on the boat.
Summary:
How do you manage if someone gets sick on the boat? The good
news, based on my experience, is that it happens rarely. But, if
someone on your boat gets sick, here's what you need to
know.
First, illness is...
Nov 3, 2025
Cruising offers many challenges. But it shouldn’t feel like a slog. And if it does, maybe a few simple changes will make it more pleasurable.
Summary
All beginning cruisers look forward to the best part of the lifestyle. But living on a boat is also a challenge. The difference between having fun and a slog can be a...
Oct 6, 2025
Do you have enough power available to run all the equipment you want to use on your boat? Here are some simple calculations to ensure you have all the power you need, when you need it.
Summary
New cruisers are often surprised by how much electricity it takes to live comfortably on a boat. But you won't be caught...
Sep 22, 2025
Briefing boat guests will ensure everyone stays safe and comfortable aboard. If you are taking people out on your boat, a safety briefing is critical.
Summary
If you’re taking guests out on your boat, one of the most important things you can do—before you ever leave the dock—is to give them a safety briefing.
Apr 28, 2025
When you need to do laundry on the boat and there's no laundromat nearby, one unexpected tool will make the job easier. Here are the steps to having clean laundry aboard--no washing machine required!
Summary:
As budget cruisers in the 1990s, we did nearly all laundry on board. Today, we intend to splurge on...