Spring ’23 Commissioning Checklist
Splish Splash 💦 The 2023 boating season on the Great Lakes is beginning! After a mild, midwest winter, we are…
Everything but the kitchen sink
Project Overload In Winter Project Planning & Budget, I shared all of the work that needed to be done on…
Our Day Trip to South Haven
There are many small beach towns along the southeastern shores of Lake Michigan. You can enjoy miles of sandy beaches…
Worth the Wait
Waiting is the hardest part Boating on the Great Lakes – so far – has been such an adventure! It…
My Day Trip to St. Joe
Even though it’s technically still winter, I diligently review the weather forecast. If there’s any hint of a beautiful day,…
With Great Power Comes Responsibility
We need more power S/V Zeke E Boy is a small floating home. Which means it needs electricity to run…
We’ve Got a Leak
Why have propane on a boat? Propane is a very common fuel source. It’s used to power many things –…
What’s That Smell?
Let’s Talk about it Does anyone honestly think talking about toilets is interesting? Are marine toilets really any different than…
Winterizing the Boat
The Joy of the Seasons On the Great Lakes we experience all four seasons. It is hard not to look…
Turning the Engine Off
Shutting the engine down On a sailboat, we use our engine to navigate in and out of the harbors that…