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Blog & Boating Guides

Free resources from a USCG captain with 15+ years offshore. Real experience, practical advice.

The Crew Problem Nobody Talks About — And What's Changing in the J/105 Fleet
Every J/105 owner in Annapolis has the same problem. Every sailor who wants to race has the opposite one. Here's what's finally changing.
How To Buy A Boat in Annapolis & the Chesapeake Bay
A captain’s step-by-step guide — choosing the right boat, surveys, sea trials, negotiation, and the mistakes that cost people thousands.
Getting Your Boat Through Winter & Ice on the Chesapeake
Winterization, ice damage prevention, spring recommissioning, and cold-weather boating on the Bay.
Ice Boating on the Chesapeake Bay
The hidden winter tradition of the Eastern Shore — DN class iceboats and how to get started.
The Complete Guide to Selling a Boat in Annapolis
Private sale vs professional representation, real costs, pricing strategies, and maximizing your sale price.
The Complete Guide to Chartering & Getting on the Water
Charters, bareboat rentals, lessons, deliveries, and racing on the Chesapeake Bay.
The Complete Sail Repair Manual
Emergency patches to UV cover replacement — offshore and dockside techniques from a USCG captain.
Diesel Engine Troubleshooting for Boat Owners
Electrical Systems 101: What Every Boat Owner Needs to Know

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