Everything Cool For Recreational Boaters

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…

My New Favourite Summer Body Spray
It is a refreshing spray that smells just like a day at the beach. You can also purchase the matching invisible solid or clear gel deodorant.

A Pocket-Size Battery Jump Starter
If you have ever encountered a dead battery on your boat or dinghy, you know how awkward it can be to get a jump start.

A Very Cool New App for Whale Lovers
The WhaleReport App from the Vancouver Aquarium and the Cetacean Research Program allows boaters to report what they see and contribute to important conservation-based research.
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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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Pot Lid Storage
One of those ridiculously simple little organizers that somehow makes a boat cupboard feel twice as big.
The Art and Science of Getting Happier
The Art and Science of Getting Happier begs the question, "Can a boater get any happier?"
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