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What BC’s New Time Zone Means for Boaters
There are certain things boaters learn to do almost automatically. Check the weather before leaving an anchorage. Look up the current before entering a narrow passage. Add an hour to…
Blue Mind – A New Book for the New Year
Written by a marine biologist on the remarkable effects of water on our health and well-being. He combines cutting-edge neuroscience with compelling personal stories.
Foot Passenger Reservations on BC Ferry
Book your foot passenger travel in advance for more travel certainty, a faster check-in process at the terminal, and safer travel by reducing contact.
VacuFlush Repair on Your Boat
A really crappy project can be made much easier with a little preparedness and the right parts.
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The Other Side of Summer
As four months of cruising give way to autumn, I’m reflecting on the moments that made summer memorable. This month, I’m sharing my Great Boat Reset, an important electrical safety tip, coconut-baked cod, highlights from our summer adventures, and upcoming ABYC training opportunities. Because the best part of ending one cruising season is dreaming about the next.
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Boaters Pick for Spill Proof Mug
Not sure how this works but it does. Sticks to a flat surface and won't fall over. Pick it straight up when you want a drink. No tippy canoe for…
A Life Jacket For Your Phone
You only have to watch your phone sink to the bottom of the ocean once to realize that it doesn’t matter if it is waterproof.
Perfect Pizza Board
Slice and serve with ease using this versatile Pizza Board made from premium acacia wood, perfect for pizzas, bread, and more!
Fire Suppression Blanket
I attended safety days at the yacht club, saw a demonstration of the Fire Suppression Blanket and immediately bought three.
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