Living Aboard

My sailing skills developed alongside my partner’s. We went to sailing school together for my 40th birthday. We bought our first, second and third...

An efficient, clean rainwater catchment isn't just for cruisers venturing into remote areas. While biologically safe, many areas of the U.S. are served by well water that is not chlorinated, high in sulfate that makes it prone to going bad. When stored in the absence of oxygen, the sulfate becomes the preferred oxygen source for microorganisms and hydrogen sulfide is the byproduct. Only .05 parts per million (ppm) sulfide is required to make water distasteful. Even if the water at your next marina is fresh and sweet, filling from an unfamiliar source is always a roll of the dice.

What is the greatest adventure you can have in North America? RV enthusiasts will drive to the desert to see the Grand Canyon, visit Yellowstone...

If you and your family are living afloat, or are thinking about heading out soon, one concern you may have is educating your children....

Change is everywhere. As sailors and cruisers change is something we are very used to. Changing countries, anchorages, and overall changing the way we...