Lessons learned from the first three months living aboard a small boat – with some practical liveaboard boat life advice After three months of living aboard my 26 foot sailboat, I’ve learned a great deal about the lifestyle and what works and what doesn’t. I thought that I would be able to move aboard...
Drone On the Water: The Appeal of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles On Boats
Drones on boats are becoming a popular way to capture amazing over-water photos, video and even assist as high-tech fish finders With each passing year, unmanned aerial vehicles — more commonly known as drones — are becoming more commonplace in our lives. These flying bots can help engineers and architects with construction tasks or...
Hawaii May Ban Chemical-based Sunscreen To Save Coral Reefs
Hawaii proposes ban of chemical-based sunscreen that damages local ecosystems – alternative sunscreen options will have to be used in Hawaii This summer, Hawaii has officially proposed to ban sunscreen in order to protect the coral reefs. Why? To protect the coral reefs. There are chemicals present in many sunscreens that protect our skin...
3 Small and Simple Ways to Give Your Boat an Eco-Friendly Boost
Protect the marine environment you love by following these simple eco-friendly boat tips when out on the water Boating season is now in full swing, and while many recreational boaters are preparing their vessels to set sail on the open seas, they should also be considering the steps they can take to limit their...
Work Hard, Play Hard – Designing a Boating Lifestyle
From life aboard work boats at sea to his regatta and offshore long-distance sailing, Chris Hefferan is living his boating lifestyle to the fullest Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry...
Just A Castaway: Vacation Spots You Can Only Access By Boat
5 amazing resort destinations so remote they can only be accessed by water on a boat taking boating enthusiasts to the next level Caught in the hustle and bustle of your daily life, chances are you have a vacation on the mind. There are seemingly endless benefits of clocking out and unplugging for a...
Boston’s ‘Floating House’ For Sale Is Every Boating Lover’s Dream Home
Houseboat in Boston offers boaters in the home buying AND boat buying market a floating house alternative If you’ve always considered yourself to be one step above the average nautical fan, you may be the perfect buyer for this 1,500 square-foot, fully furnished, two-bedroom Marina Bay houseboat that’s fresh on the housing market. Or,...
Are You a Boatanista? 12 Ways You Might Be a Woman Obsessed with Boating
If you are a woman who REALLY loves boating, and are somewhat obsessed with the boating lifestyle, then you just might be a Boatanista It’s not the trademark. Or the boat with the name on the back. Or the colorful logo featuring waves and an oversized anchor. I am the “Boatanista” for one reason....
Hot Tub Tug Boats Coming To London: Here’s What You Should Know
Passengers can enjoy a relaxing soak in a hot tub as they cruise along London canals in new hot tub boats A well constructed hot tub can last a long time, up to 18 years or even more depending on the level of care. But what about hot tubs built into boats? Or hot...
Boating with Your Dog – How to Keep it Fun & Safe
Safety and comfort tips to keep in mind before bringing your water-loving boat dog out on your boat Power or sail, you’ll find dogs on board boats everywhere you go. Ensuring your dog is safe and comfortable with your boat – and life on board – will do wonders for making boating with...
Butedale Cannery: A Fascinating Place to Stop Cruising the Canadian Inside Passage
Pacific Northwest Liveaboard Sailors Cruise the Canadian Inside Passage and explore the old fishing canneries at Butedale Cannery We arrived in Sitka, Alaska from Hawaii on our 45ft sailboat Distant Drummer in June 2016 and enjoyed a fabulous summer cruising in SE Alaska and northern British Columbia. Butedale, on Princess Royal Island, was one...
Sun Safety and Boating Lifestyle with Diane Seltzer
SureShade marketing director and My Boat Life founder talks sun safe boating and boating lifestyle on Anchors Aweigh Podcast Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info, boaters of all levels...
New Pandora Radio Boating Station: West Marine Waterlife Radio
West Marine Relaunches Waterlife Station on Pandora Radio with New Playlist of Music for Life on the Water West Marine, the world’s premier Waterlife Outfitter, has announced the relaunch of its signature Waterlife station on Pandora Radio. Water enthusiasts everywhere are invited to tune in and spend time listening to a selection of music that speaks to...
Boating Industry Experts Talk Boat Life in New Boating Podcast
Industry Leaders and Experts Discuss All Things Boating in New Anchors Aweigh Boating Podcast, Spotlighting Recreational Boating and Share Access Options Anchors Aweigh, a podcast for aspiring through experienced boaters, has recently launched and is available to listeners via iTunes and Google subscription. Anchors Aweigh features in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders...