Great Loop Radio Podcast
505 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 63 ratingsAmerica's Great Loop Cruisers' Association brings you this weekly podcast providing information and inspiration to help you plan your own Great Loop adventure.
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Visiting Mackinac Island
July 12, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes - 28.7 MBMackinac Island has long been a Looper favorite stop. Get all the details of what you'll find on this unique, historic, and quaint island when stopping there as part of your Great Loop adventure. Tad & Libbie Sheldon talk about the Island and the waterways surrounding it on this episode. America's Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime! Loopers cruise the 6,000-mile Great Loop route aboard their own boats completing a circumnavigation of the eastern U.S. and part of Canada via mos...
Great Loop Radio: Cruising Georgian Bay
July 05, 2024 13:00 - 38 minutes - 34.5 MBSome of the finest cruising on the Great Loop is found on Georgian Bay! Join us as Dale Anderson shares the details of cruising these waters that he calls home. Our disussion includes likely stops for Loopers, favorite anchorages, things to see and do, and calming the anxiety of navigating the 30,000 Islands. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inland rive...
Great Loop Radio: Story of Our Loop-Chris & Beth, 31' Camano
June 28, 2024 13:00 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MBJoin us as Chris & Beth share the story of their Great Loop adventure aboard their 31' Camano. Our conversation includes details about their boat, their planning, and what they gained from taking on this challenge. Want to learn more about the Great Loop? How about building camaraderie with others who have done the whole route so you can find out what it's actually like? Join AGLCA for accurate and thorough Great Loop information and access to other members. Find out more at www.greatloop.or...
Great Loop Radio: All About Vessel Safety Exams
June 21, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBEver wondered if you should get a vessel safety check on your boat before starting the Great Loop? Rob Rice joins us on this episode to talk about vessel safety exams. We'll cover what they are, why you should get one, and how to schedule it. Resources mentioned in the episode: List of required safety equipment can be found in this document: https://bdept.cgaux.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/420.pdfOnline form to request a vessel safety check: https://wow.uscgaux.info/i_want_a_vsc/index....
Great Loop Radio: Cleaning up the Inland Rivers
June 14, 2024 13:00 - 22 minutes - 19.9 MBDo you know Chad Pregracke? If not, you should! For 25 years he's been helping remove trash from America's inland rivers. Chad founded Living Lands and Waters in 1998 at the age of 25 when he realized nothing was being done to clean up the waterways. He is the winner of many awards and accolades, most notably, Chad was the recipient of the Jefferson Award for Public Service. Chad accepted this award in 2002 at the United States Supreme Court with other award recipients Rudolph Giuliani, Bill ...
Great Loop Radio: Distress & Safety Equipment
June 07, 2024 13:00 - 38 minutes - 34.4 MBFrom fire extinguishers to life rafts to personal locator beacons, distress and safety equipment is important for your Great Loop cruise. After presenting an enlightening seminar at our Spring Rendezvous, Jeremy McConnell of Northwest Creek Marina is our guest this week to talk about this important topic. Northwest Creek Marina is an AGLCA sponsor, and Jeremy, a retired U.S. Coast Guard Master Chief, is the General Manager there. In his role in the Coast Guard, Jeremy managed and executed th...
Great Loop Radio: Paying it Forward - Volunteering While on the Loop
May 24, 2024 13:00 - 37 minutes - 33.5 MBDiane & Tim Vandersall earned their Gold Burgee and then decided to give back to the boating community and the waters they frequented while on the Loop. They've spent two months volunteering in some of Florida's beautiful state parks. While the work is sometimes strenuous, they've found it rewarding, and they earned free dockage during the period of their volunteer service! Listen to this week's episode to learn more. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the...
Great Loop Radio: NOAA Forecasts for Boaters
May 17, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes - 28.9 MBWeather forecasts may be the most important piece of information you can gather before heading out for a day on the water. This week, Kennard "Chip" Kasper, Meteorologist-in-Charge at NOAA/Florida Keys National Weather Service, joins us to talk about NOAA's mission and the important work they do in marine weather forecasting. With hurricane season right around the corner, we'll also discuss how storms are tracked and what the implications are for boaters. The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile rout...
Great Loop Radio: Story of our Loop - Kip & Insel, 44' Endeavor Catamaran
May 03, 2024 13:00 - 33 minutes - 29.7 MBKip & Insel have completed the Great Loop three times! They share the stories of their Great Loop adventures aboard two different boats including how they've grown as boaters via the many miles they've cruised, tips on how they deal with having a 60 pound dog aboard, advice for those new to Looping, and more. America's Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime! Loopers cruise the 6,000-mile Great Loop route aboard their own boats completing a circumnavigation of the eastern U.S. and ...
Great Loop Radio: Entering Canada
April 26, 2024 13:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MB***This episode references the needed DTOPS sticker but we left out one detail. Only boats 30 feet and over must have a DTOPS sticker. The AGLCA Home Port Crew walks you through what U.S. citizens must do to legally enter Canada as part of their Great Loop. We cover what to do before you go, the things you can and cannot bring with you, the procedure for entry, and flag etiquette as part of our discussion. America's Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime! Loopers cruise the 6,00...
Great Loop Radio: Advocacy Update
April 19, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 26.4 MBJoin us as America's Great Loop Cruisers' Association's Home Port Crew updates you on our Advocacy efforts including what we do on behalf of members and the boating community as a whole, what we're working on including a long-term issue in Florida, and how you can help. America's Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime! Loopers cruise the 6,000-mile Great Loop route aboard their own boats completing a circumnavigation of the eastern U.S. and part of Canada via mostly protected inl...
Great Loop Radio: Why Fitness Matters on the Loop
April 12, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 23.1 MBSeveral things on the Great Loop are easier if you maintain a good fitness level. Our guest this week is Doreen Sharpe. She is a Gold Looper and a Physiotherapist, and she shares the reasons why maintaining fitness is important on the Great Loop and offers some tips on when and where to fit in fitness while Looping. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inla...
Great Loop Radio: AGLCA Harbor Hosts
March 29, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week's episode focuses on our friendly and helpful Harbor Hosts! The Home Port Crew shares more about the Harbor Host program and the True North Harbor Host of the Year award. Then, the 2022 and 2023 Harbor Hosts of the Year (Tsali & Jacque Bentley and Eric & Lynda Baumer) share why they love this program and what they did that earned them the True North distinction. The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile route through interconnected waterways that allows boaters to circumnavigate the eastern ...
Great Loop Radio: Skills to Know Before You Loop
March 22, 2024 13:00 - 46 minutes - 41.6 MBWith a focus on locking and anchoring, this week's episode includes some of the skills you should practice before starting your own Great Loop adventure. Our guest is Boris Hodak, a recent Gold Looper and U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Master. Boris shares tips on locking and docking and why you should learn the ins and outs of your boat before setting off on the Loop. The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile route through interconnected waterways that allows boaters to circumnavigate the eastern U.S. and ...
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Fast Boat
March 15, 2024 13:00 - 33 minutes - 29.4 MBConsidering Looping on a fast boat? In this episode, Gold Looper Tom Gutowski joins us to share details on how and why he and Jan chose to cruise the Great Loop on a faster boat. Our discussion focuses primarily on how to be sure you operate safely and courteously while cruising at higher speeds, but also includes details about how often you can travel at faster speeds and the potential additional fuel burn. If you are listening to this podcast and would like to see the photos Tom included, ...
Great Loop Radio: Sharing the Journey
March 08, 2024 14:00 - 44 minutes - 39.9 MBGold Looper Kim Fleer joins us this week to talk about some of the options for sharing your Great Loop with those you leave behind. We'll discuss the pros and cons of sharing via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, blogs, and other apps. We'll also share some things you should consider before selecting a platform and list some of the more popular Looper blogs, channels, and social media pages. Links to many of the resources mentioned in this episiode are below: Scho and Jo - https://www.youtube.c...
Great Loop Radio: Watching Your Wake
March 01, 2024 14:30 - 41 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week we talk about watching your wake. It's important for all Great Loopers to practice safe and courteous boating! The biggest error we see in this area is boats not slowing enough in no wake zones, minimum wake zones, and when passing other boats, docks, marinas, and other shoreside infrastructure. We break it all down for you this week with our guest, Brian Brown. Brian is a Gold Looper who had a career in the marine industry. Join us for this important episode. The Great Loop is...
Great Loop Radio: Story of Our Loop - Kim & Michael, 41' Silverton
February 23, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes - 29.4 MBKim Russo (AGLCA's Director) and Michael Martin share the story of their own Great Loop adventure aboard The Perch, a Silverton 410 cockpit motor yacht. They'll talk about why they did the Loop, their cruising preferences, and details about their boat. The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile route through interconnected waterways that allow boaters to circumnavigate the eastern U.S. and part of Canada. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.
Great Loop Radio: 2024 Marine Insurance Update
February 16, 2024 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.7 MBThis week we wrap up our 2024 update series by talking about marine insurance. Jon Horton with Jack Martin and Associates joins us to discuss what to expect when seeking insurance for your Great Loop boat in the coming year. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inland rivers, and through the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.
Great Loop Radio: 2023 Loop Completion Stats
February 09, 2024 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.2 MBThe results are in! Listen to find out how many boats completed the Great Loop in 2023 and which boat makes were most popular. Brent Bowlin and Michael Martin of Great Loop Yacht Sales join us to share some of the features of the top boats for the Great Loop in 2023 and what makes them so popular. We'll also share details of the smallest and largest boats to complete the Loop last year. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Looper follow the 6,000-mile route in their own bo...
Great Loop Radio: The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association
February 02, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBThis week we talk about the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association (AIWA) and the work they do to keep the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway navigable. Brad Pickel, AIWA's Executive Director, is our guest and he'll share details of why the AIWA was formed, its mission, how dredging projects are funded, and come creative ways the materials removed during dredging are being used.
Great Loop Radio: 2024 Marine Financing Update
January 19, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBJoin us as Cindy Lewis of Sterling Associates shares her insight on what to expect if you're considering financing a boat in 2024. Are interest rates really that high? What kinds of terms can I expect? What are some of the limitations on the age of the boat if I hope to finance? Cindy answers these questions and more as she shares why financing may be advantageous in the coming year.
Great Loop Radio: 2024 Boat Buying Market Update
January 05, 2024 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MBCurtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes & Associates is back as our guest to provide an update on what to expect if you are buying our selling a boat in 2024. Our discussion includes marketplace trends, pricing, insurance concerns, and what Loopers are looking for in boats for their Great Loop adventure. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Looper follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inland rivers, and through ...
Great Loop Radio: 2024 Preview
December 29, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 29.6 MBJoin us as the Home Port Crew from America's Great Loop Cruisers' Association gives a recap of happenings on the Great Loop in 2023 and previews what's to come in 2024. We'll talk about upcoming AGLCA efforts like Fleet of 2024 T-Shirts, Advocacy Fund Raising, recognition for Harbor Hosts, 2024 events, lock closures, and more.
Gulf Crossing-YOU Make the Call
December 22, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 45.3 MBThe Gulf of Mexico crossing brings apprehension for many Loopers as they prepare for the Great Loop's longest open water crossing and seek a suitable weather window. Assistance is available to AGLCA members! Dave Fuller, former AGLCA Volunteer of the Year, and Tsali Bentley, AGLCA's current Harbor Host of the Year, are our guests this week. They'll walk us through "YOU Make the Call". This daily report is Dave's brainchild, and Dave & Tsali will explain what goes into this weather resource d...
Great Loop Radio: Gulf Crossing-YOU Make the Call
December 22, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 45.3 MBThe Gulf of Mexico crossing brings apprehension for many Loopers as they prepare for the Great Loop's longest open water crossing and seek a suitable weather window. Assistance is available to AGLCA members! Dave Fuller, former AGLCA Volunteer of the Year, and Tsali Bentley, AGLCA's current Harbor Host of the Year, are our guests this week. They'll walk us through "YOU Make the Call". This daily report is Dave's brainchild, and Dave & Tsali will explain what goes into this weather resource d...
Great Loop Radio: A Unique Perspective on Handling Commercial Traffic
December 15, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.1 MBOn this week's episode, current Looper Dan Pease shares his unique perspective on dealing with commercial traffic on the Great Loop. Dan is a former tow captain who joins us from his Looping boat currently in Florida. Dan will share what you should know about communicating with tow captains based on his commercial experience and his time on the rivers during his own Great Loop adventure. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own ...
Great Loop Radio: What to Know Before Cruising Florida
December 08, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.5 MBThe America's Great Loop Cruisers' Association Home Port Crew tackles some of the special considerations and skills to master before cruising the Florida segments of the Great Loop. Our discussion includes information on: Marina ReservationsThe Gulf CrossingSojourners Permit/Temporary RegistrationRequired Everglades Boating CourseCourteous Passing/Minding Your Wake and more as we discuss the resources available in the Segments area of the www.GreatLoop.org website. Want to learn more about t...
The Story of our Loop - Tom & Joyce, 45' Californian
December 01, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 32.1 MBTom & Joyce share the story of their Great Loop adventure. They and their friends, Lee & Jan, Looped aboard a 45' Californian. Two couples...one boat. Can it work? Tom & Joyce explain how with the right attitude, the right personalities, and lots of communication, two couples can share one boat for the Great Loop and have the time of their lives. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Looper follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into t...
Great Loop Radio: The Story of our Loop - Tom & Joyce, 45' Californian
December 01, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 32.1 MBTom & Joyce share the story of their Great Loop adventure. They and their friends, Lee & Jan, Looped aboard a 45' Californian. Two couples...one boat. Can it work? Tom & Joyce explain how with the right attitude, the right personalities, and lots of communication, two couples can share one boat for the Great Loop and have the time of their lives. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Looper follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into t...
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Jet Ski
November 17, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.5 MBWhat's it like to travel 7,000 miles on a jet ski? Find our when Gold Looper Mike Straub shares the details of his Great Loop adventure aboard his personal watercraft, "Y Wait". Mike shares how he handled basic needs like where to sleep, when to eat, and what to wear to protect himself. He'll also talk about logistics like what gear to carry, ensuring he had enough fuel, and how he determined where he would stop. Find Mike's book on Amazon or Etsy. America's Great Loop is the boating adven...
Great Loop Radio - Story of our Loop - Maggie & Bruce, 29' Ranger Tug
November 03, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 38.7 MBBruce and Maggie share the story of their Great Loop adventure that begins when they emerge from Covid isolation worse for the wear. They set out on the Great Loop in hopes of rediscovering their adventuresome spirits aboard "Currently" a Ranger Tug 29. This episode covers their journey and their new book, Currently Away. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through th...
Great Loop Radio: A Challenging Season on the Inland Rivers
October 27, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MBLoopers on the inland rivers this year have experienced lock closures, low water levels, and a few other obstacles, but they have persevered! Planning, organization, and attitude make all the difference! Join the Home Port Crew as we share what you need to know about this year's journey on the inland rivers and what those still in the Great Loop planning stages can learn from these events.
Great Loop Radio: Nebo-A Looper Favorite App
October 13, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 31.5 MBFind out why Nebo is a Looper favorite app! Nebo is part automated log book and part social sharing app. Loopers use it to find one another on the water, send messages, and share information while we cruise. Stephen WInter, Nebo's Managing Director, is our guest. What is the Great Loop? It's a 6,000 mile route that circumnavigates the eastern part of the U.S., and a small part of Canada if you choose. Loopers cruise aboard their own boats, mostly on protected waterways, along the east coast...
Great Loop Radio: Story of our Loop-Bill & Molly, Rosborough RF246
October 06, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 29.8 MBJoin us as Bill & Molly share the story of their Great Loop adventure aboard their 25' Rosborough. They tell us why they selected that boat and how they made their small boat more liveable for the 300+ days they stayed aboard. They'll also share some of the highlights and challenges of their Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: The Reopening of the Illinois Waterway
September 22, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MBThe AGLCA Home Port Crew fills you in on what to expect as the 120-day lock closure on the Illinois Waterway comes to and end and traffic starts moving. Looper Flotillas are expecting to start through the area on October 1st. This episode helps you understand the process of locking through after re-opening and explains how AGLCA helps our members get through this challenge. The concepts explained will help not only this year's Loopers waiting to come through the area, but is also good informa...
Great Loop Radio: Removal of Abandoned & Derelict Vessels (ADVs)
September 15, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 23.2 MBThe Boat U.S. Foundation was just awarded a large grant to help resolve the growing issue of abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) on our waterways. Join us as Alanna Keating, the Foundation's Director of Outreach, gives the details of the grant including how it will help remove many derelict vessels and hopefully prevent the addition of more ADVs to our waterways. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the e...
Great Loop Radio: Story of our Loop-Mike & Lisa, 40' Sea Ray
September 08, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBMike & Lisa share the story of their Great Loop adventure aboard their 40' Sea Ray. Lisa started off as a reluctant spouse, but after attending an AGLCA Rendezvous, finding a boat, and getting some training from a captain, she became their primary boat handler for all close quarters maneuvering including docking and locking! Learn more about their adventure on this week's Great Loop Radio podcast.
Great Loop Radio: AIS for the Great Loop
September 01, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 44.4 MBRobert Rice is back this week to talk about AIS for the Great Loop. He'll cover the different types of AIS, price points for some of the options, and why you should consider adding AIS for the Great Loop if your boat is not already equipped with this helpful technology. Want to learn more about the Great Loop? How about building camaraderie with others who have done the whole route so you can find out what it's actually like? Join AGLCA for accurate and thorough Great Loop information and ac...
Great Loop Radio: A Side Trip on the Upper Mississippi River
August 25, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 43.2 MBThe Upper Mississippi (from Port Charles to the Twin Cities) is a Great Loop side trip that may be considered "the road less traveled". Join us as Dick Heusinkveld shares the details of the side trip he and Louise took aboard their Endeavor Cat, Nine Lives, last summer. Dick joins us from the Ohio River which is this year's side trip to his Great Loop adventure. Learn why you might want to consider taking the time to cruise to Minneapolis/St. Paul in this week's episode. Want to learn more a...
Great Loop Radio: Crowd Sourced Waterway Information
August 18, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 25.7 MBReviewing anchorages and marinas helps all boaters coming behind you and is also a great way to "pay it forward" for help you received along the way. Ted Stehle from Waterway Guide is our guest this week. Ted shares how to post reviews on Waterway Guide and the process he goes through to vet all crowd sourced information received. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, ...
Great Loop Radio: Marine Science & Greener Boating on the Loop
August 09, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 36.2 MBThe International Seakeepers Society joins us this week to tell us how Loopers can help with marine science research while Looping. They'll also share details on how Loopers can be more environmentally friendly (and save money!) with tips from their Green Guide to Boating. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inland rivers, and through the Gulf of Mexico. Le...
Great Loop Radio: The Story of our Loop - Lee & Bake, 42' Grand Banks
August 04, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 30.4 MBOur "Story of our Loop" series continues with Lee & Bake. They share the story of their Great Loop adventure aboard their 42' Grand Banks. Former sailors, Lee & Bake Looped in segments over three years. They'll talk about why they opted for a power boat for their Loop, how they handled the logistics of returning home and leaving the boat behind at the end of each segment, and much more. What is the Great Loop? It's a 6,000 mile route that circumnavigates the eastern part of the U.S., and ...
Great Loop Radio: Fitness Aboard
July 28, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBCruising the Great Loop can be strenuous for the body and mind. Soon-to-be-Looper and live aboard fitness expert, Kevin Williams, joins us this week to discuss how to stay (or get) fit while Looping. Whether you're looking to increase strength and balance for line handling, lifting things on and off the boat, or other Loop-y tasks, or you're already fit and want to know how to maintain that while Looping, Kevin has suggestions for you. Want to learn more about the Great Loop? How about buil...
Great Loop Radio: A Great Loop Side Trip on Lake Superior
July 21, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 38.7 MBThis year's Loopers may have time for extra side trips while they wait for the Illinois Waterway locks to reopen. Mike & Deb Hervey, who have made multiple trips to the largest of the Great Lakes, tell you why you should consider cruising Lake Superior. They'll share the details on visiting the south shore and what you'll find there, as well as the more rugged and remote north shore. Join us for more on this amazing side trip to your Great Loop adventure. The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile circu...
Great Loop Radio: Docking and Close Quarters Maneuvering
July 14, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 32.3 MBJay Kraft from Trawlers Great Lakes is back to give advice on how you can learn to better handle your boat during docking and other close quarters maneuvering. He'll share ideas on how to master these skills in preparation for your own Great Loop adventure.
Great Loop Radio-The Story of our Loop-Karen & Dave, Maine Cat P47
June 30, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 31.7 MBListen to hear the stories of Karen & Dave's Great Loop adventure aboard their Maine Cat P47. Karen & Dave talk about why they wanted to cruise the Great Loop, how they found their boat, how they prepared for the trip, and their highlights and challenges. Listen now! America's Great Loop is a 6,000-mile boating route that includes the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, Chesapeake Bay, the coast of New Jersey, New York Harbor, the New York Canals, the Great Lakes, the Illinois, Mississippi, Ohio...
Great Loop Radio: Dealing with Commercial Traffic in New York Harbor
June 23, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 19.4 MBThe Great Loop will take you through some busy waterways, including New York Harbor. Our guest this week is Joseph Moceri, a Tug Captain who operates in New York. Joe will share his background and some insight into what his job is like. He'll also share what he wants Loopers and other recreational boaters to know about encountering commercial traffic in a busy harbor.
Great Loop Radio: The Basic Rules of the Road
June 16, 2023 13:00 - 50 minutes - 44.9 MBRobert Rice with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary joins us this week to talk about the Basic Rules of the Road. This is must-know information before starting the Great Loop. Whether you're a new boater or ready for a refresher, don't miss this episode. Want to learn more about the Great Loop? How about building camaraderie with others who have done the whole route so you can find out what it's actually like? Join AGLCA for accurate and thorough Great Loop information and access to other members....
Great Loop Radio: Visiting the Thousand Islands
June 09, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBAGLCA's Director, Kim Russo, shares one of her favorite areas on the Great Loop, the Thousand Island. This area along the St Lawrence River near where it meets Lake Ontario straddles the U.S./Canada border and includes scenic cruising, quaint towns, and castles you can tour. Here are some additional resources about the Thousand Islands: Great Loop LIfestyle Video on the Thousand Islands: https://youtu.be/zd7nnNql_6Y Great Loop Cruising Info Video-Oswego, NY to Clayton, NY: https://youtu.be...