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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Great Loop Radio: Daily Cruise Planning
March 26, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.1 MBOn this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Bob Malkin joins us to walk us through the process of daily cruise planning on the Great Loop. He’ll teach us how to plan for each travel day the evening before, including what information to gather, what factors to consider, and how to prepare for a stress-free day of cruising.
Great Loop Radio: AEDs Aboard
March 19, 2021 14:00 - 39 minutes - 35.5 MBOn this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Mike Marsiglia of Chesapeake AED Services joins us to explain why Loopers should have these lifesaving devices aboard, and how and when to use them. He’ll also talk about any special considerations for using them aboard a boat.
Dock-Tales: Mike & Sharon O'Malley Aboard "My Sharona"
March 17, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBJoin us as Mike & Sharon O'Malley aboard "My Sharona" (a 20' Robalo center console) tell the tales of their Great Loop adventure.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on the New York State Canal System
March 12, 2021 15:00 - 53 minutes - 47.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, our guests are Scott Croft of BoatUS and Peter Wiles who is on the Board of Directors of Canal New York. Scott & Peter will help explain what's happening with the oversight of the New York State Canals and the current bill before the New York legislature that would make changes to the current structure of canal management. This is an important topic for Loopers since the Loop can't be done without these vital waterways.
Great Loop Radio: Frequently Asked Questions
March 05, 2021 15:00 - 35 minutes - 31.5 MBOn this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the AGLCA Home Port Crew answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the Great Loop. We’ll cover the specifications required for a Great Loop boat, popular boats for the Loop, “traditional” Great Loop time frames to be in different places based on the seasonality of the route, AGLCA events, and more.
Dock-Tales: Kay & Robert Creech Aboard "C-Life"
March 03, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBJoin us as two-time Harbor Host of the Year winners, Robert & Kay Creech, tell the tales of their Great Loop adventure live!
Dock-Tales: Dan & Jodi Symes aboard "Done Diggin'"
March 02, 2021 17:30 - 56 minutes - 50.8 MBEach Dock-Tales session features one Gold Looper boat whose owners share the stories of their Great Loop advenuture. Our guests on this episode are Gold Loopers Dan & Jodi Symes aboard "Done Diggin'".
Great Loop Radio: Procedures for the Welland Canal
February 26, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 29 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, our guest is Sarah Bowlin, also known as Mom With A Map. We'll provide background on the status of the Welland Canal during COVID, explain some of the discrepancies you may be hearing about procedures, and share the experiences Sarah and her family had getting their boat through the Welland in 2020. Sarah will also share some of her family's favorite ports on Lake Erie, which they visited after finishing the Welland Canal. This is the...
Great Loop Radio: Sharing your Great Loop Adventure on Social Media
February 19, 2021 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Loopers Sam & Rev Crouse aboard “Here’s to Us!” tell how they shared their Great Loop adventure on their YouTube Channel, “What Yacht to Do”. They’ll include how they started, how the channel grew, and tips for those considering sharing their adventure on social media.
Great Loop Radio: What to Expect at Marinas During Covid
February 12, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 25.4 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Steve Arnt of Columbus Marina shares what to expect from marinas during Covid. We'll include tips on keeping yourself and the marina staff save and share information on what amenities may be unavailable due to Covid.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on Marine Insurance
February 05, 2021 15:00 - 38 minutes - 34.2 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Ken Marks of Marks Marine Insurance joins us to provide an update on the status of the marine insurance marketplace. Ken will discuss the current challenges for those seeking to insure their Great Loop boat and provide useful information to help you work your way through the process.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on Financing Your Great Loop Boat
January 29, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 24.5 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Cindy Lewis of Sterling Associates joins us to share her expertise on how to finance your Great Loop boat. Cindy will talk about current requirements for financing and share some of the reasons why financing may be the best option, even if you're able to pay cash.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on the Boat Buying Market
January 22, 2021 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, yacht broker and AGLCA Admiral Sponsor Curtis Stokes joins us with a status update on the boat buying market. He'll share insight on inventory, pricing, deposits, and how the process of bringing buyers and sellers together working during the pandemic.
Great Loop Radio: The State of the Association
January 15, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew delivers information on the "State of the Association" by wrapping up 2020 on the Great Loop and giving you a look at what's ahead for 2021. Topics include stats for 2020, AGLCA events planned for 2021, advocacy issues, membership dues, planned waterway closures, and more.
Great Loop Radio: Wintering in the Florida Keys
December 11, 2020 15:00 - 40 minutes - 35.8 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we'll be talking about wintering in the Florida Keys with Gold Looper, Wendy Wilson. Wendy & Bobby Wilson and their four daughters have made the Keys their winter home since completing their first Loop in 2017. Wendy will share tips on where to tie up, what to do, and how to save money during your stay in the Keys as part of your Great Loop adventure.
Great Loop Radio: Avoiding Surprises at the Boatyard
December 04, 2020 15:00 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast, we discuss how to best work with a boatyard to avoid surprises when it's time to pay the bill. Our guest is Brian Donovan of Donovan's Shady Harbor Marina. Brian brings a unique perspective to the topic as both a marina owner with a boatyard on site and the owner of a 75' Hatteras he cruises between Florida and New York each year.
Great Loop Radio: What to Do if Someone Goes Overboard
November 20, 2020 15:00 - 36 minutes - 32.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Dave Fuller teaches us what to do if someone falls overboard. Dave is a Gold Looper and the new U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Education Director. He'll walk us through how to prevent a "man overboard (MOB)" incident, how to be prepared to handle the situation, and the steps to take in the unlikely event that it happens during your Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: Emergency At Anchor
November 13, 2020 15:00 - 35 minutes - 31.2 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Mark and Sherri Rinkel share the details of their emergency at anchor. When a health issue incapacitated Mark, Sherri was left to take on tasks aboard the boat that she had never tackled before. We hope listeners will learn from their experiences and be inspired to ensure "cross-training" of the different roles aboard your boat.
Great Loop Radio: Side Trip to the Dry Tortugas
October 30, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 33.3 MBJoin us for this week's Great Loop Radio podcast when Scott & Karen DeVoll, Gold Loopers and owners of Capable Cruising, Inc., share details on cruising to the Dry Tortugas. Learn what to expect when visiting this most remote U.S. National Park aboard your own boat.
Great Loop Radio: Working, Home Schooling, and Looping at the Same Time
October 23, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MBConsidering working from aboard while "boat-schooling" the kids and Looping at the same time? On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, hear how the Bowlin family fits it all in. Brent & Sarah will share details and practical tips on this increasingly popular lifestyle.
Great Loop Radio: Internet Connectivity for Working While Looping
October 16, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 29.3 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Cherie Ve Ard and Chris Dunphy join us to talk about staying connected in order to work while Looping. Cherie and Chris are Loopers whose site, Mobile Internet Resource Center, includes guides to help you select the gear and services that can help you ensure internet connectivity while you cruise. They'll offer their suggestions and tips during the podcast.
Great Loop Radio: Preventative Maintence for Your Loop Boat
October 02, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Keith Ruse, President of Deltaville Boatyard, talks about preventative maintenance on your Great Loop boat. Keith is an American Boat & Yacht Council Certified Master Technician and on this episode, we cover oil and filter changes.
Great Loop Radio: Details on the Virtual Fall Rendezvous
September 11, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 33.2 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew fills you in on the details of the upcoming Virtual Fall Rendezvous. Learn about the seminars, social interactions and fun things on the agenda, what technology will be used to make it all happen, and important registration deadlines.
Great Loop Radio: AGLCA Director Kim Russo on the Trawler Talk Podcast
September 04, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 18.3 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we're doing something a little different! We're replaying an episode of PassageMaker's new podcast, Trawler Talk. Kim Russo, AGLCA's Director, was invited to discuss the Great Loop on this episode of Trawler Talk. We hope you enjoy it!
Great Loop Radio: Ladies on the Loop (Part 2)
August 28, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32 MBThis week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast is Part 2 of "Ladies on the Loop". This week we'll talk to authors of two more chapters of the e-book. Sarah Bowlin will share why "It's Not All Sunset and Chardonnay" and Reenie Boyer will talk about the importance of your boat's name on the Loop. Download "Ladies on the Loop" now!
Great Loop Radio: Ladies on the Loop (Part 1)
August 21, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 31.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Susan Costa, the woman behind the new "Ladies on the Loop" e-book, joins us to talk about how to book came to fruition and what readers can expect. Also with us is Gold Looper Jodi Symes who shares the details of her chapter titled "There's No Crying on the Flybridge". Jodi shares the things she put in her "toolbox" to make the Loop more enjoyable. This is part one of a two-parter. Next week we'll hear from the authors of two more ch...
Great Loop Radio: Mistakes Made While Looping and How to Avoid Them
August 14, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 32.8 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Looper Jim Lund shares some of the mistakes he and Leslie Poole made on their Great Loop. Jim hopes that by sharing their missteps, he can help others avoid making those same mistakes.
Great Loop Radio: The Welland Canal
August 07, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBWith the U.S./Canada border still closed and the Oswego Canal opening soon (which will allow Loopers to reach Lake Ontario), some Loop boats will be transiting the Welland Canal to get from Lake Ontario to Lake Erie next week. On this episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we discuss the still-vague Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) requirements to transit the Welland during COVID. In addition, our guest, Rodger St. Amand, who has transited the Welland hundreds of times, explains how...
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Small Boat
July 31, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Looper Bill Webster joins us to talk about Looping on a small boat. Jim and his wife, Molly, completed the Great Loop aboard their Rosborough 246. Bill will share the advantages and disadvantages of Looping on a small boat, as well as some tips for making a smaller boat more usable and comfortable for the Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on the Erie Canal
July 10, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Bill Drage, Immediate Past Chair of Canal New York, returns to update us on the status of the Erie Canal and the Save the Erie Initiative.
Great Loop Radio: New Law Returns Freedom to Anchor to Georgia
July 03, 2020 14:00 - 44 minutes - 39.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we have two guests sharing details about Georgia's new anchoring law that re-establishes the freedom to anchor in the waterways of that state. First, James Newsome, Founding Member of Save Georgia's Anchorages, describes the history of this issue from 2019's HB 201--that had many boaters vowing to bypass Georgia--to the new law that just took effect reopening anchorages in that state. Then, Ron Stephen, Gold Looper and Georgia State Re...
Great Loop Radio: Virtual Looper Crawl and Other AGLCA Webinars
June 12, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 25.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the AGLCA Home Port Crew discusses our upcoming Virtual Looper Crawl. This latest installment in our on-going Great Loop webinar series is a 4-parter introducing you to different types of Loop-capable boats including video tours and discussions with the owners. This podcast also lists recorded webinars available to both AGLCA members and non-members and provides details on our current 2020 promotion offering discounted membership to ne...
Great Loop Radio: Insuring Your Boat During Hurricane Season
June 05, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutes - 26.7 MBWith hurricane season upon us and many Loopers farther south than they usually are at this time of year due to COVID-19 related travel restrictions, this week's Great Loop Radio podcast covers storm-related coverage for your boat. Jon Horton of Jack Martin & Associates joins us to discuss insurance trends, whether insurers are making any accommodations for those "stuck" in the hurricane zone, and expectations for hurricane coverage.
Great Loop Radio: Being at Anchor
May 29, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Scott and Karen DeVoll of Capable Cruising tell us about "Being at Anchor", including anchorage etiquette, how to plan for and conserve power and water, galley tips, and more.
Great Loop Radio: An Introduction to the Down East Loop
May 15, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 25 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we're playing a segment from our webinar series on the Down East Loop. Join us as Gold Loopers Mark & Denise Gillespie from M/V Island Office give and overview of the Down East Loop route and share some things to consider if you're planning to cruise it.
Great Loop Radio: The Status of the New York Canal System
May 08, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 32.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we focus on the New York State Canal System and the impact of COVID-19 on its opening. Our guest is Bill Drage, the Immediate Past Chair of Canal NY. Bill will share information on the Erie Canal's history, its current status, and its future. We'll also discuss efforts by Canal NY to ensure the Canals open to navigation this season and in the future.
Great Loop Radio: Health & Wellness Aboard
May 01, 2020 18:00 - 41 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we'll provide tips on maintaining a stress-free, healthy lifestyle while living aboard. Our guest, AGLCA member Shelley Watson, is a Master Certified Health and Wellness Coach who will share details on establishing healthy habits to remain stress-free and opitimize your enjoyment of your Great Loop experience, especially during these trying times where concerns about COVID-19 are woven into every facet of daily life.
Great Loop Radio: AGLCA Webinar Series
April 24, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we feed your Great Loop addiction and give you something to do while staying safe at home. Listen for details about AGLCA's webinar series, including a segment from our Tips from Gold Loopers webinar.
Great Loop Radio: Deciding Where to Stop for the Night
April 10, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 23.6 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Jeremy Dann of Untold Horizons shares advice and information on how to determine where to stop for the night when on the Great Loop. Jeremy will cover what to look for in marinas and anchorages to ensure you stay safe and have the resources you need along the way.
Great Loop Radio: Marine Lending in the Aftermath of COVID-19
April 03, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Cindy Lewis of Sterling Associates joins us to give an update on marine lending during the financial crisis created by COVID-19. Cindy will share whether loans are still available and how the process of securing a loan has changed.
Great Loop Radio: COVID-19's Impact on Buying a Great Loop Boat
March 27, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 35 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Curtis Stokes of AGLCA Admiral Sponsor Curtis Stokes & Associates joins us to talk about how COVID-19 is affecting the boat market and the process of finding and buying a boat for your Great Loop adventure.
Great Loop Radio: COVID-19's Impact on the Boating Community
March 20, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 25.9 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, our guest is Ed Tillett, Editor-in-Chief and General Manager of Waterway Guide Media. Ed and I will discuss how the Corona Virus is affecting the boating community, including details about marina closures and where boaters can go for up-to-date information.
Great Loop Radio: An Update on Anchoring Regulations in Georgia
March 13, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 25.4 MBOur guest on this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast is Scott Draper. Scott is the lobbyist hired by recreational boaters to help with a legislative fix to Georgia's restrictive boating regulations. Scott will have current information on the status of HB-833, the bill filed by Rep. Ron Stephens to reopen most of Georgia's waterways to anchoring and put Georgia's discharge rules in line with federal EPA requirements.
Great Loop Radio: Miami Boat Show Innovation Award Winners
February 28, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 35.6 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Ben Stein joins us to talk about some of the products that won Innovation Awards earlier this month at the Miami Boat Show. Ben co-chaired the judging panel and he'll share details of the winners in categories pertinent to Loopers.
Great Loop Radio: Effectively Communicating Over the VHF Radio
February 14, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 30 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Jeremy Dann joins us to share information on how to effectively communicate using your VHF radio. We'll cover details on what channels to use, contacting commercial vessels, contacting other recreational vessels, and what to do and say in an emergency.
Great Loop Radio: Spring Rendezvous FAQs
February 07, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we're gearing up for the Spring Rendezvous. The Home Port Crew answers the most frequently asked questions about the event and gives all of the details you'll need to register and attend.
Great Loop Radio: How to Handle the Things You Leave Behind
January 31, 2020 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Wendy Wilson joins us to share her thoughts and suggestions on how to handle the things you leave behind while you're on the Loop. We'll include tips on what to do with your house, car, bills, mail, and more.
Great Loop Radio: Bills to Ban Overnight Anchoring in Parts of Florida
January 17, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we'll discuss bills filed at the Florida Statehouse to ban overnight anchoring in the Ortega and Cedar Rivers in the Jacksonville area, with an amendment to also ban overnight anchoring in Crystal River and Kings Bay. Our guest is Jerry Paul with Capitol Access, who has been representing recreational boaters in Tallahassee for several years. Jerry will walk us through the history of anti-anchoring bills in Florida and give us the statu...
Great Loop Radio: Georgia Anchoring Setbacks
January 10, 2020 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.3 MBEffective January 1st, an Administrative Order implementing Georgia's new anchoring law took affect. The order disallows anchoring within 1,000-feet of waterfront structures. Our guest on this week's Great Loop Radio podcast is Jack White. Jack is a long-term, long-distance boater who is also a former Georgia State Representative. He'll share insight on how these restrictive rules came to be and what boaters can do to help fight them.
Great Loop Radio: Celebrating Holidays Aboard
December 20, 2019 15:00 - 27 minutes - 24.2 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast, Wendy Wilson and her daughter, AnnaMay, talk about what it's like to celebrate holidays aboard a boat. They also share helpful tips on adapting the traditions you may have at home so that you can continue them aboard while on the Great Loop.