Golden Globe Retro Race – Kirsten Makes History with Her Win!
Even before crossing the finish line, becoming the first woman to win the incredibly challenging Golden Globe round-the-world solo race, Kirsten Neuschäfer already made history and won the hearts…
Traveling the Great Loop
June 1st, 2020, is where our journey begins. The beginning is one of my most favorite and least favorite places to be. It can be a little intimidating and…
Noodling with LIAHONA
We met an amazing couple aboard a beautiful boat, LIAHONA, in the Caribbean. Willie and Mark have lived aboard boats for many years. Willie shares their story: “I am…
Caring for and Maintaining Your Water Maker
Most water-making equipment on yachts and boats today uses the reverse osmosis technique for converting seawater into drinking water. These RO systems remove solids, bacteria, and most viruses from…
Clipper Cove and the Real Treasure of Treasure Island
Since 2018 my partner Chris and I have lived aboard our 1979 Cheoy Lee 41, Avocet, preparing to cast off in search of whatever lay beyond the horizon. In…
Another Way: The Importance of a Good Vacuum
Pictures speak. Some more than others. There’s one of me taken midway into my sailing life, vacuuming a salon with a wand attached to a central vac system. I…
The Dominican Republic is More than Just Luperon
Having spent the last 11 years in the Virgin Islands and Eastern Caribbean running charters aboard my Lagoon 410, Guiding Light, I have heard many sailors talk about going…
Annapolis Boat Shows Launches New Look Ahead Of Their Spring Shows
Annapolis, MD - The Annapolis Boat Shows, producer of in-water sail and powerboat shows for over 50 years, launched a new website and updated brand earlier this week. With…