July 1, 2025
Galley Dreams & Docktail Realities
A chef’s life on the Loop. by Jordan Bohonek As a yacht broker, I hear it all the time: “I don’t want a boat that’s too big, but I want…
June 1, 2025
Sound Signals
Know the proper sound signals in restricted visibility. by Capt. Frank Lanier Sound signals provide an audible means of conveying your intentions while operating in restricted visibility. Let’s take a…
June 1, 2025
Stay Connected
Starlink has allowed many boaters to stay online on the water. by Glenn Hayes Many boaters like the time spent on the water to escape and briefly disconnect from the…
June 1, 2025
Cruising With Pets
How to do the Loop with your canine crew onboard. by Jordan Bohonek We’ve covered several topics in my columns about America’s Great Loop, but one subject we haven’t tackled…
June 1, 2025
Frankly, Frankfort Rules
Frankfort offers anglers great fishing. Here’s how to catch fish from the Betsie River and out into Lake Michigan. by Dave Mull Frankfort, Michigan, is a small recreational port town…
May 1, 2025
The Switch to Broadband
The advantages of new radar technology. by Glenn Hayes If you’ve seen the newer radar systems, you can’t help but appreciate how much better they are than the older pulse…
May 1, 2025
The “A List” of Boating Tech
From autopilot to assisted docking, the future is now. by Capt. Frank Lanier While autopilots have been in use for decades, the new “A” words of assisted docking and autonomous…
May 1, 2025
Lesson Learned the Hard Way
Safety onboard isn’t just about supplies — it’s about preparedness. by Jordan Bohonek In previous segments, I have lamented how taking off on the adventure of a lifetime, such as…
April 1, 2025
Under Water
Understanding the waterproof rating on marine electronics. by Glenn Hayes Whether you’re in the market for tech equipment or are looking into the latest gizmo for your boat, one thing…
April 1, 2025
Casting Off
How to embrace the start of your Great Loop adventure. by Jordan Bohonek Now that you own the boat and you have done the “Four Ps” (planned, packed, plotted and…
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