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Kathy Young grew up around boats, sailing with her family out of Portsmouth Harbour, United Kingdom. She now lives on Banks Peninsula, New Zealand, and is a freelance writer and editor.
160 boats participated in the Island Cruising Pacific rally in 2024. (Image courtesy of Viki Moore)
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Top 6 Tips for Pacific Rally Cruising

No need to miss your favorite bakery from land. With a pressure cooker, you can make this moist vegan lemon and blueberry cake for a special celebration, or as an anytime treat. (Photo/ Sarah Powell-Fowler)
Living Aboard

How to Prep and Store More Interesting Produce for Passage

Patricia Dallas and David Sapiane are the experienced and caring voices behind Gulf Harbour Radio (ZMH286). They work from their home near Auckland, New Zealand supporting sailors who are crossing the Pacific.
Safety & Seamanship

A Radio Lifeline for Cruisers

Leszek Wolnik, left, with granddaughter Reija, center, and crew Marija before their Atlantic crossing on a Vancouver 32. Reija and Marija had their hair braided in preparation for the voyage, while Leszek's hair was naturally voyage-ready. (Photo/ Leszek Wolnik)
Voyaging

Crossing the Atlantic with Kids: Intergenerational Voyaging Tips

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Sailing Triteia: Budget Bluewater Cruising

Peter Mott has nine years of volunteer experience supporting bluewater sailors on their voyages via Passage Guardian. He holds New Zealand Boat Master and Coastal Skipper certifications
Safety & Seamanship

Safeguarding Sailors via Passage Guardian

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