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Here's how to decide on the right anchor for your sailboat...

Anchor, Dock and Moor a Boat

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Getting Active Captain data to overlay on Garmin charts is a pain if your chartplotter isn't wifi-enabled. How to do it, step by step.

Jul 22, 2019 - Want the most accurate charts for cruising the Bahamas? Here’s why we’re using Aqua Map.

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Living on a boat, you will often be off-grid or away from a constant water source. You will need to learn how to clean, shower, do laundry, and wash dishes with a limited supply of water. With the right guide, you can learn to live on a boat using only a few gallons of water a day per person. We'll teach you how to use water efficiently and reuse water when you can. Check out our article on saving water on your boat for all the tips!

The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

How to Live on a Boat

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The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

How to Live on a Boat

Feb 11, 2022 - It took us 13 years of cruising, but we finally ran aground and needed a tow. Hear about our decision making process and learn from our experience. The Way Back, Back Off, Boat Galley, When Things Go Wrong, Water Intake, Mini Course, Dinghy

When Things Go Wrong

Feb 11, 2022 - It took us 13 years of cruising, but we finally ran aground and needed a tow. Hear about our decision making process and learn from our experience.

Jul 30, 2020 - Winter is a tough time for people who thrive on getting out on the water. We've compiled a list of the top 10 states that can boat all year long. Looking to escape the cold? These states welcome boating during the winter! Travel Outdoors, Outdoor Travel, Amazing Destinations, Vacation Destinations, Boating Tips, Destin Fishing

Travel Outdoors

Amazing Destinations

Vacation Destinations

Jul 30, 2020 - Winter is a tough time for people who thrive on getting out on the water. We've compiled a list of the top 10 states that can boat all year long. Looking to escape the cold? These states welcome boating during the winter!

Jun 29, 2019 - Buying a dirt cheap sailboat to sail the world in was the first of many hurdles to overcome. In this episode we fly to Sicily to see a Kadey Krogen 38 sailb... Bvi Sailing, Liveaboard Sailboat, Track Travels, Boat Restoration, Sailing Adventures, Eco Friendly Travel

Liveaboard Sailboat

Boat Restoration

Sailing Adventures

Eco Friendly Travel

Jun 29, 2019 - Buying a dirt cheap sailboat to sail the world in was the first of many hurdles to overcome. In this episode we fly to Sicily to see a Kadey Krogen 38 sailb...

Jul 16, 2020 - Living on a boat with no cost of living. Yes, a dream - but is it just that? In this article, I'll list what you'd need to do in order to make it work. Sailing Catamaran, Sailing Trips, Sailboat Yacht, Liveaboard Boats, Ireland Vacation, Ireland Travel

Sailing Catamaran

Liveaboard Boats

Ireland Vacation

Jul 16, 2020 - Living on a boat with no cost of living. Yes, a dream - but is it just that? In this article, I'll list what you'd need to do in order to make it work.

Mar 21, 2020 - Any sailor worth their salt has probably imagined it at one point. What would it be like if I were to permanently live on my boat? There are a lot of very cool pros to such a life, but quantifying the cons can be difficult. I managed it for around 5 years, but I'm back on dry land now so take from that what you will. Best Fishing Rods, Sail Life, Abandoned Ships

Best Fishing Rods

Abandoned Ships

Mar 21, 2020 - Any sailor worth their salt has probably imagined it at one point. What would it be like if I were to permanently live on my boat? There are a lot of very cool pros to such a life, but quantifying the cons can be difficult. I managed it for around 5 years, but I'm back on dry land now so take from that what you will.

Oct 18, 2021 - When a problem happens, it’s too late to do a safety check. Check these items on a regular basis to stay safe on your boat. Safety Gear, Boat Decor, Boat Interior, Us Boat, The Real World, Stay Safe

Oct 18, 2021 - When a problem happens, it’s too late to do a safety check. Check these items on a regular basis to stay safe on your boat.

What if something went wrong on your boat when you became incapacitated? Or were away from the boat? Help a stranger help you by creating emergency info. Breaker Panel, Wooden Plugs, The Breakers, Boat Stuff, I Need To Know

What if something went wrong on your boat when you became incapacitated? Or were away from the boat? Help a stranger help you by creating emergency info.

cat laying on the bow of a sailboat Living With Cats, Camping With Cats, Go Camping, Rv Gear, Adventure Cat, Cat Essentials

Living With Cats

Camping With Cats

At first glance, traveling with your cat on a liveaboard boat may seem like it's not even possible. However, with patience and preparation having a cat on board can be a wonderful experience for both you and your boat cat! We’ll help you get started with prepping your boat for your cat’s arrival, finding cat gear you might need for your new sailing cat, and learning how to keep your cat safe and healthy on board.

When you're a newbie cruiser, it can be tempting to travel in a group. But is buddy boating the safest option? Boat Card, Dry Tortugas, Peer Pressure, Things To Come, Good Things

When you're a newbie cruiser, it can be tempting to travel in a group. But is buddy boating the safest option?

Jan 9, 2021 - Jeremy Waters, creator of the weather routing service FastSeas, tells all. Bareboat Charter, Cruise Boat, Pretty Beach, Time Of Your Life

Bareboat Charter

Time Of Your Life

Jan 9, 2021 - Jeremy Waters, creator of the weather routing service FastSeas, tells all.

Sep 5, 2018 - What to do when the weather is gross and you're tired of your books? Games to the rescue! Learn about 5 favorite games on board Calypso. Travel Games, Travel Tips, Sailing Games, Bvi, Shiloh

Sep 5, 2018 - What to do when the weather is gross and you're tired of your books? Games to the rescue! Learn about 5 favorite games on board Calypso.

Jan 21, 2019 - A packing list of everything you need to bring to fully enjoy your sailing charter vacation. Baby Packing List Travel, Her Packing List, College Packing Lists, Ultimate Packing List, Packing List For Vacation, Packing List For Travel, Cruise Travel, Vacation Food, Cruise Vacation

Baby Packing List Travel

Her Packing List

College Packing Lists

Ultimate Packing List

Packing List For Vacation

Packing List For Travel

Cruise Vacation

Jan 21, 2019 - A packing list of everything you need to bring to fully enjoy your sailing charter vacation.

Jun 30, 2017 - How to get routine prescription medications while cruising -- whether in the US or abroad. Make A Boat, Build Your Own Boat, Travel Safety

Build Your Own Boat

Jun 30, 2017 - How to get routine prescription medications while cruising -- whether in the US or abroad.

Running water at sink on a sailboat Off Grid Living, Ways To Conserve Water, Buy A Boat, Small Tub

Off Grid Living

Ways To Conserve Water

Traveling and living on a boat you will often be off-grid or away from a steady water source. You will need to learn how to clean, shower, do laundry, and wash dishes with a limited supply of water. With the right guide, you can learn to live on a boat using only a few gallons of water a day per person. We'll teach you how to use water efficiently and reuse water when you can. Check out our article for all the tips!

The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

The Home That Roams | Living on a Boat & Full-Time RV Living

How to Live on a Boat

Mar 4, 2020 - How to organize a beach BBQ for boaters and cruisers, along with seven tips to ensure everyone has a great time and the food works without tables or chairs. Boat Bbq, Beach Barbecue, Bbq Kit, Cooking Tips, Cooking Recipes

Cooking Recipes

Mar 4, 2020 - How to organize a beach BBQ for boaters and cruisers, along with seven tips to ensure everyone has a great time and the food works without tables or chairs.

Dec 2, 2021 - No, you don't have to go up the mast to change a halyard. See how we do it in less than 5 minutes from the deck. Storage Ideas, What Is Living, Where Do I Go, Western Caribbean

Western Caribbean

Dec 2, 2021 - No, you don't have to go up the mast to change a halyard. See how we do it in less than 5 minutes from the deck.

Ready to decorate for the holidays? But don't want to store lots of stuff or discard it afterwards? Here are some great ideas for a festive boat or RV that are affordable and friendly to the environment. Hatteras, Small Space Living, Holiday Festival, Tiny Homes, Van Life, Environmentally Friendly

Small Space Living

Holiday Festival

Environmentally Friendly

Ready to decorate for the holidays? But don't want to store lots of stuff or discard it afterwards? Here are some great ideas for a festive boat or RV that are affordable and friendly to the environment.

Mar 24, 2020 - So you're having a good time at sea when you suddenly realize that you've been out too long and don't have enough gas to make it back to port... It's a simple problem, but one that occurs quite commonly. I don't think I know a single sailor who hasn't run out of gas at sea at least once in their sailing career. Boat Navigation, Yatch Boat, Satellite Phone, Boat Illustration, First Time Camping, Boat Drawing

Boat Navigation

Satellite Phone

Boat Illustration

First Time Camping

Mar 24, 2020 - So you're having a good time at sea when you suddenly realize that you've been out too long and don't have enough gas to make it back to port... It's a simple problem, but one that occurs quite commonly. I don't think I know a single sailor who hasn't run out of gas at sea at least once in their sailing career.

Dec 29, 2016 - How to create a garden on a boat for fresh greens, herbs and more whenever you want them. Instructions and tips for success. Wooden Boat Kits, Wooden Boat Plans, Wooden Boats

Wooden Boat Kits

Wooden Boat Plans

Dec 29, 2016 - How to create a garden on a boat for fresh greens, herbs and more whenever you want them. Instructions and tips for success.

Mar 23, 2021 - Staying safe while living aboard can be easy! Owning a boat will make you extremely self-sufficient. If disaster does strike you can simply cast off and leave without a second thought. There are downsides to self-sufficiency that might not be considered however. You will likely be on your own to either fail or succeed. Outdoor Guide, Best Scuba Diving, Experience Nature

Best Scuba Diving

Experience Nature

Mar 23, 2021 - Staying safe while living aboard can be easy! Owning a boat will make you extremely self-sufficient. If disaster does strike you can simply cast off and leave without a second thought. There are downsides to self-sufficiency that might not be considered however. You will likely be on your own to either fail or succeed.

Jan 2, 2021 - Whether it’s hot flashes or it’s just plain hot, there are ways to cope. Here’s how I stay cool on our boat in the tropics. Humid Weather, Hot Weather, Keep Cool, Stay Cool, Hot Flashes

Jan 2, 2021 - Whether it’s hot flashes or it’s just plain hot, there are ways to cope. Here’s how I stay cool on our boat in the tropics.

Jun 18, 2019 - Deciding where to live depends on factors including budget, lifestyle, and the type of boat you own. Here are my best places to live on a boat in the USA. Lake Living, I Number, Water Life, Pontoon Boat, Best Places To Live, Chesapeake Bay

Best Places To Live

Jun 18, 2019 - Deciding where to live depends on factors including budget, lifestyle, and the type of boat you own. Here are my best places to live on a boat in the USA.