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My Great Loop Adventure

Tales of crusing the Loop as crew and then (mostly) solo as captain of my own boat.

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    • Crewing with Capt PaulPosts about my first time on the Great Loop, in August through September, 2021.
    • Cruising on Captain GigsStories from my travels working as a training captain, delivery captain, or Great Loop advisor while on the Great Loop.
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    • Side TripsSome interesting side trips I’ve made.
    • MarinasMarinas I’ve stayed at along the way.
    • AnchoragesAnchorages I’ve stayed at along the way.
    • Points of InterestTowns, museums, attractions, and other points of interest I’ve visited on my journey.
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    • Cruising on Captain GigsStories from my travels working as a training captain, delivery captain, or Great Loop advisor while on the Great Loop.
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Information about me, this blog, my boat, and more.

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New Calendar Page Helps Folks Find Me

New Calendar Page Helps Folks Find Me

I created a new calendar page where I'll provide my planned and actual stops along the way so other Loopers -- and folks interested in chatting with me about the Loop -- can find me.
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May 1, 2024Posted inBlog Info, DestinationsNo Comments
Video: Starting a Ranger Tug R-29 CB

Video: Starting a Ranger Tug R-29 CB

A quick video running down my process for starting my boat, Nebo, and Aqua Map at the beginning of a cruising day.
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March 31, 2024Posted inCaptaining Do It Now, My Loop BoatNo Comments
Contact Form Fixed

Contact Form Fixed

I fix an error in my Contact form. Now it actually works.
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February 5, 2024Posted inBlog Info2 Comments
Nebo Links Fixed

Nebo Links Fixed

I fix the links to the boat's current position on Nebo.
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January 6, 2024Posted inBlog Info2 Comments
Where are the posts?

Where are the posts?

I make excuses for neglecting this blog -- and I don't think you could argue with any of them.
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December 20, 2023Posted inBlog Info, Captaining Do It Now, Travelogue8 Comments
Going Back to Do It Now

Going Back to Do It Now

After a summer at home, working, dieting, selling jewelry, goofing off, and not writing a single word to bring my trip report up to date in this blog, I'm on my way back to my boat for a full year of cruising.
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September 24, 2023Posted inCaptaining Do It Now, My Loop Boat, Travelogue4 Comments
Great Loop Blog Status Report

Great Loop Blog Status Report

Yes, I know I seem to have dropped the ball, but I really do hope to pick it up soon.
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June 25, 2023Posted inBlog Info, Captaining Do It Now, Travelogue1 Comment
Autopilot Modes Explained

Autopilot Modes Explained

I explain the differences between the various autopilot features you can use to drive a boat.
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March 29, 2023Posted inMy Loop Boat6 Comments
MV Do It Now: At the Helm

MV Do It Now: At the Helm

A short video describing everything at Do It Now's lower helm station.
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March 19, 2023Posted inMy Loop Boat2 Comments
Adding Nebo Map Images and Links

Adding Nebo Map Images and Links

I help make our route more visual by adding images generated by the Nebo app, as well as links to the actual Nebo Logs.
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January 13, 2023Posted inBlog Info2 Comments

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On this Date

Here's where I was on this day during my Great Loop travels. Click a link to read all about that part of my trip.

7/29/24
Drummond Island Yacht Haven at Drummond Island, MI

Status Report

I crossed my wake in Chicago on August 12, 2024.

The Numbers
Days on the Loop: 464*
Travel Days: 258*
States: 19
Provinces: 1
Countries: 2
Nautical Miles: 8,330
Fuel Gallons: 5,234
Fuel Cost: $23,552
Marina Nights: 278
Marina Cost: $15,590

*Typical Great Loop trip lengthened by multiple side trips.

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