Aug 25, 2025
Farmers markets are a great provisioning option for cruisers. Produce is often fresher and less bruised. And if it hasn’t been refrigerated, it will keep longer on your boat.
Summary
Farmers markets are a great provisioning option for cruisers. Produce is often fresher and less bruised. And if it hasn’t
Aug 18, 2025
Always Be (able to) Cook, that is. These are three kinds of spares to make sure you have aboard to be truly self-sufficient.
Summary:
Redundancy is a crucial aspect of being a
self-sufficient cruiser. But it's vital in the galley. If you
always have these three spares aboard, you'll always be able to
cook or eat.
Aug 11, 2025
What is the safest place for your boat in a hurricane? Now is the time to decide, not when a storm is bearing down on you. Here's what you need to know.
Summary
Many factors contribute to helping your boat survive a direct
hit from a hurricane. But perhaps the most important factor is
location.
As we head into the...
Aug 4, 2025
Three things to consider when planning to leave somewhere on your boat. Hint: Arrival time is often the key.
Summary
Planning a trip by boat is far more complex than a trip by car. You can't simply decide when you'll leave and start out. There are actually three factors you need to think about when planning when...