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What BC’s New Time Zone Means for 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…
A Cool Pad for Your Cool Dog

A Cool Pad for Your Cool Dog

The Cool Pet Pad requires no electricity, water, or refrigeration. It is activated by your dog’s weight and recharges automatically after a period of non-use.
Mosquitos on the Boat

Mosquitos on the Boat

I get bitten by mosquitos more than most, and have been told I have "sweet blood”. I had to find the truth.
What To Wear, Spring Cleaning and a New App

What To Wear, Spring Cleaning and a New App

When it comes to your wardrobe, some may say you are a clothes horse, trying to fill a void or, perhaps, a mere hoarder. I am a collector.

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The Other Side of Summer

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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Nautical Anchors Lunch Bag

I love how the Nautical Anchors Lunch Bag combines style and practicality with a cute nautical pattern.
Stainless Steel Nesting Bowls Set

Stainless Steel Nesting Bowls

This Stainless Steel Nesting Bowl Set is space-saving, versatile, and perfect for all your galley needs.
Cover of Whale In The Door, a book by Pauline Le Bel

Whale In The Door

Discover the hidden life of Howe Sound and the transformative power of Coast Salish culture in Whale In The Door.

Champagne Read

The New York Times bestselling biography of the woman who ruled the Champagne Empire.