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  Cleaning the Teak On Your Boat

  (desperatesailors.com) – This article has suggestions for cleaning the teak onboard your boat, including the decks as well as furniture. From what tools and cleaners to use, how ...

  On March 17, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Dinghy Choices for Cruisers

  (hashtagboatlife.com) – There are plenty of options when looking for a dinghy. The dinghy serves as your mode of transportation from your boat to shore, whether for provisioning ...

  On March 10, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Tools to Forecast Weather

  There are 6 tools NOAA meteorologists use to forecast weather, tools which help make better predictions as fast as possible. These tools include Doppler radar, data from satellites, ...

  On February 24, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Lines for Running Rigging

  This article from West Marine will help you decide what line is best to use for your running rigging. They discuss line strength and how strong you need ...

  On February 17, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Make Your Own Jackline System

  Sailrite is known for their high quality, heavy duty sewing machines found on many cruising boats. In this article they talk about jacklines and how to create your ...

  On February 9, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Staying Safe on the Water

  West Marine takes note of the minimum U.S. Coast Guard equipment requirements and offers suggestions for additional items to carry onboard. This is a good time to take ...

  On January 19, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Top 5 Medical Supplies to Have Onboard

  (praxes.ca) – When prepping your boat for an offshore journey don’t forget to pack the medical supplies. There are plenty of supplies to bring and its especially important ...

  On January 12, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Inflatable Boat Repair

  If the floor of your inflatable has come unstuck Jake Firth in Practical Boat Owner has some tips for fixing your dinghy. He cautions that you make sure ...

  On December 15, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Shrink Wrap Your Boat for Winter

  Winter is coming up fast and if you have been thinking about shrink wrapping your boat, this article in boats.com offers an explanation of what shrink wrap is, ...

  On November 10, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Making Music Onboard

  topboatmag.com) –  Music onboard can be a great way way to meet your fellow cruisers and can be a relaxing way to spend an evening at anchor. People ...

  On October 21, 2022 / By Sandy Parks