Christmas, cruising in the Bahamas. The happiest time, the happiest place. But not this year. Rigger the boat dog, our happy rescue terrier, is dead.
So this is my prescription for our nation’s malaise. Go down to the waterfront and breathe in the sunshine and salt air. If you need a stronger medication, try to get on the water.
Catch up with John & Amy aboard Sequel in the present day. “Yes indeed, there is life after the ICW. As almost a full year has passed since our 25 day voyage, I can attest to that fact first-hand. And I’ve been itching to share them with whomever I can.”
It’s been an honest pleasure for me – and I know the same resonates true for Amy – sharing our experiences on Sequel with all of you. Till some time in the future… Thank you!
Like many people in this fast-paced world, it seems that I always have too much to do and not enough time to do it. I’ve
We cast off from Key Biscayne before light in early August, not the cautious crossing season, but mindful of the storms ahead.
Technically, the bitter end is the part of a rope that’s tied off. And from that definition has sprung more dire meanings. But for Amy and I, its meaning is something else altogether.
After four years of planning, and eight months living at anchor in the Florida Keys, Karen and I headed from Key Biscayne to Bimini, and docked
As part of the curriculum at our liveaboard yacht school, we teach our student an old mantra: Attitude is the difference between suffering an ordeal and
Arthur is heading our way as we’re anchored in Connecticut, which leaves us to play a game of “find the boat hidden in the storm radar.”
Helmsman launches its 46 Pilothouse, a new flagship for the long-distance trawler yacht builder.
Diesel Flow Meter for Boats: Real-Time Fuel Insights
North Pacific Yachts rings in its 20th year with an all-new flagship.
A semicustom power cruiser with long-range capability.
Great Loop Fleet 2024: AGLCA’s Official Completion List
Safehaven Marine’s T-2000 Voyager packs a 50-knot punch into a surprisingly smooth ride.
Pro Tips for a Lasting Finish
Talking maritime medical emergency management with Dr. Robert Leviton.
Building a boat that’s “good enough” for light use is not good enough for real cruising.
Full-Time Cruising in a Trawler: 62,000 Miles of Adventure
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