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What we learned from owning a boat for a year


What we learned from owning a boat for a year (and living onboard ...

It has officially been 1 year and 6 days since we splashed our 1989 Marine Trader and we have come to learn a ton from this huge life shift.

10 Things I Learned from My First Season of Boat Ownership

8) Respect Mother Nature. Many people don't heed or acknowledge the warnings, but high winds and big waves should be taken seriously when ...

14 THINGS we learned LIVING on a BOAT for a year. - YouTube

A little over a year ago we sold much of our stuff, bought a 18yr old sailing catamaran and move onboard full time. The learning curve has ...

If the happiest days of owning a boat are the day you bought it, and ...

A boat is a joy if you live your life around it, or if you have enough income that storage and maintenance doesn't significantly impact you. The ...

What to Expect in Your First Year of Owning a Boat - L&M Marine

The better upkeep, the more maintenance you perform (such as rinsing, flushing, and cleaning) when you take your boat out of the water is ...

What I have learned in my (many) years of owning a boat.

Never approach a dock faster than you're willing to hit it. Restores and DIY projects will likely cost twice the estimate and three times the ...

A First Time Boat Owner: 8 Lessons Learned - YachtWorld

“If you knew all of the consequences of buying a boat- the cost, time, and stress, you'd never do it. It's a hugely expensive hobby, but I don't ...

Learning lessons in life from owning a boat

Life lessons learned from boat ownership: n Even though absence makes the heart grow fonder during the off season, when you take off the ...

Want to teach important life lessons? Get your kid a boat

When you think about it, owning a boat, maintaining a boat, and using a boat mimics the relationships we have with our friends and family.

Lessons Learned In Buying A Boat - BoatUS

"We expected a few minor things to crop up on a 14-year-old boat, despite a thorough survey and competent repairs." The day after closing, while cleaning ...

Reflections (and lessons learned) from our first year of boat life

The only thing that didn't change was our family dynamic. If anything, it made us stronger. Being together on a boat with minimal square footage ...

Confessions of a Boat Owner | Farmers Insurance

Coleman served in the Navy in his 20s but he didn't truly learn what it takes to own and operate a boat until he bought one in his 40s. Since then, he's ...

The smart buyer: Lessons Learned: 25 Year of Boats and Marriage

Making a decision to buy or sell a boat can be amazingly stressful. People take sides. People get attached.I've seen two people look at the same ...

Our Experience Living on a Boat For 3 Years | Scho & Jo - schoandjo

While living on a boat, we learned to take things slower and appreciate the small moments that make up our day. We also were welcomed to a new ...

Lessons Learned from a Year of Life Aboard - Gerbers UnderWay

We talked to many cruisers who stayed in the marina or anchorage afraid to move because another storm was coming in a day or two or for whatever ...

Explore the Deep Blue: Why Owning a Boat Elevates Your Water ...

The benefits of boat ownership extend far beyond leisure and physical health. It's a voyage of lifelong learning. You'll learn about boats ...

Ten Good Reasons to Own a Boat - InterMarine Boats

Owning a boat provides an opportunity for every family member to participate. As you learn new skills, challenge your kids to learn them with ...

What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Own a Boat? - Action Water Sports

1. Recreation and Relaxation · 2. Exploration · 3. Quality Family and Friend Time · 4. Escape from the Busy · 5. Stay Active · 6. Enjoy the Outdoors.

The Cost (and Joys) of Owning a Boat - American Sailing Association

Owning a boat involves significant expenses, from the initial purchase to ongoing maintenance. But for those fortunate enough to have the means, there's ...

6 Benefits of Owning a Boat | - IMM Quality Boat Lifts

Many boat owners act as their own captain, so you will learn how to pilot, manage, and maintain your vessel. Being a captain comes with a wide ...