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Obtaining an MMSI Number

Obtaining an MMSI Number

Getting a ship’s radio license is sometimes required. It takes some complicated web dances to make it happen.

boat life, boating etiquette, formalities, practical tips, paperworkNica WatersAugust 28, 2023MMSI, radioComment

For Love of the VHF

For Love of the VHF

Facebook can be useful. It does not, however, take the place of a VHF.

boat life, boating etiquette, cruising resources, Life aboard, practical tipsNica WatersMarch 15, 2023VHF radio, communication, safetyComment

Flag Etiquette

Flying flags as you cruise takes a bit of attention to detail!

boating etiquette, cruising advice, personal hygiene aboard, practical tipsNica WatersFebruary 28, 2023formalities, cruisingComment

Dinghy Dock Etiquette

Dinghy Dock Etiquette

Dinghy docks are great. If they’re used properly! How to be a good dinghy dock neighbor . . .

boating etiquette, practical tipsNica WatersOctober 29, 2022dinghy, cruising comm Comment

Independent or Oblivious?

Independent or Oblivious?

Clean wake or disastrous wave? Why decisions can’t be made in a vacuum.

boating etiquette, cruising community, cruising preparationNica WatersMay 29, 2020karma, pandemic, being a good steward Comments

3 Tips for Line Etiquette

3 Tips for Line Etiquette

Rule 1 in boating etiquette: respect other people’s property. How does this apply to lines and hurricanes? Read on!

cruising preparation, hard parts of cruising, small boat living, practical tips, boating etiquetteNica WatersSeptember 14, 2018hurricane prep, boating etiquette, cruising prepComment