Crossing Lake Michigan
August 7, 2024: I follow Plan A (sort of) and make a dash across Lake Michigan in better than average (but not perfect) conditions.
Seven Straight Days at Anchor
December 19-26, 2023: I spend 7 days in a row at anchor in south Florida with mixed results.
MV Do It Now: At the Helm
A short video describing everything at Do It Now's lower helm station.
Moving a 10,800-Pound Boat 2,119 Miles, Part II: The Move
We make the move -- in less than four days!
The Boat Cards
I use the photos I have handy to create the first version of my boat card.
Moving a 10,800-Pound Boat 2,119 Miles, Part I: Coming Up with a Plan
How I came up with a plan to move my R-29 CB from Washington State to a starting point on the Great Loop.
Completing the Boat Purchase
I complete the boat purchase -- but not without some banking headaches.
Boat Purchase Update: The Survey
I finally see my future boat in person for the first time -- and get the stamp of approval from the Surveyor.
The Challenge of Completing a Boat Purchase
Finding the right boat, making an offer, and getting that offer accepted are the easy parts.
Buying my (First?) Loop Boat
After years of research and trying to figure out what I wanted and whether I really wanted it, I take the first steps to buying a boat.