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: How to Deal with Tows
September 28, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, former Tow Captain Robbie Gwynn joins us to share what to do when you encounter a tow on the river system. He'll cover the importance of communicating with these enormouse vessels, as well as what to do when meeting and overtaking.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the Illinois Waterway
September 21, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MBOur guest on this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast is Jeremy Fowler, Marina Manager at Heritage Harbor on the Illinois River. Jeremy will share details of cruising the Illinois Waterway from Chicago to its junction with the Mississippi River. We'll also talk about the Army COE's plan to close the Illinois Waterway for lock maintenance in 2020.
Great Loop Radio: You Go In As You Are
September 14, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MBAs "safety September" continues, this episode of Great Loop Radio discusses man-overboard situations. Safety instructor Brian Adams joins us to talk about how to avoid falling overboard and what to do if you find yourself in the water. "You go in as you are" so don't forget to wear your personal flotation device (PFD). Brian will also share information on ensuring a comfortable fit and checking your PFD annually.
Great Loop Radio: First Aid Aboard
September 07, 2018 17:00 - 27 minutes - 24.2 MBAGLCA is focusing on safety this month, and this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast features Captain Randall Davis discussing first aid aboard. Randy is an AGLCA member, a FEMA instructor, and a Red Cross instructor. He'll help listeners understand the basics of how to render first aid in an emergency.
Great Loop Radio: Basic Navigation
August 31, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Captains Chris & Alyse Caldwell of Captain Chris Yacht Services share basic navigation tips helpful for newer boaters planning their Great Loop Adventure.
Great Loop Radio: Cellular Service and WiFi Aboard
August 24, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Ben Stein from Panbo.com join us to talk about how to ensure you remain connected while cruising. Ben will share information on cell service and WiFi aboard, and options available for voice, data, and streaming video.
Great Loop Radio: Checklist for Getting Underway
August 10, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, John Pitney joins us once again to review one of his check lists/procedures. The focus this time around is his checklist for getting underway. John will walk us through the things to check in the engine room, interior & decks, and helm station. Be prepared for a day on the water by checking these things before getting underway!
Great Loop Radio: Georgian Bay Forest Fire Information and Cruising Georgian Bay
July 27, 2018 14:00 - 21 minutes - 18.6 MBGraham Lacy of Wright's Marina Limited in Britt, Ontario is our guest on this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast. He'll help Loopers navigate waterway closures due the Forest Fire burning in northeastern Georgian Bay, where to avoid, and what areas are clear to visit. We'll also cover general cruising information for the pristine waters of Georgian Bay.
Great Loop Radio: Sacrifical Anodes
July 20, 2018 14:00 - 28 minutes - 25.1 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Tom Hale joins us to cover a topic straight from our Members Discussion Forum -- Sacrificial Anodes. Aluminum or Zinc? Which is better for your type of cruising? To bond or not to bond? Find the answers on this week's episode.
Great Loop Radio: Galley Gadgets and Storage Tips
July 13, 2018 14:00 - 33 minutes - 29.8 MBOn this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Carolyn Shearlock of TheBoatGalley.com joins us to talk about her favorite gadgets and storage tips.
Great Loop Radio: 2018 Fall Rendezvous
June 22, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.4 MBThe Home Port Crew has been getting A LOT of question regarding the upcoming Fall Rendezvous and how to register. So, this week's episode of Great Loop Radio will focus on the details.
Great Loop Radio: Salvage and Towing
June 15, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, John Pitney returns to share another of his check licsts/procedures. This week, we're covering the difference between salvage and towing and sharing important information to ensure you know which of these a tow company is about to perform on your boat. We'll also give suggestions on preparing to be towed, as well as towing another boat.
Great Loop Radio: Upcoming Seminars at Trent Port Marina
June 08, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 22.9 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, we'll provide details on the Route Briefing and Looper Lifestyle seminars coming up June 29th and 30th at Trent Port Marina. Trent Port is the "Gateway to the Trent Severn" and in addition to our seminars, it's a great stop on the Great Loop! Trent Port's Marina Manager, Kathy Lammers, tells us about the marina, and Quinte West's Senior Tourism Official, Jennifer Rushlow, talks about the things to see and do within walking distance of the marina.
Great Loop Radio: Insuring Your Boat During Hurricane Season
June 01, 2018 14:00 - 24 minutes - 21.7 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Jon Horton of Jack Martin & Associates joins us to share information about insuring your boat during hurricane season. The season begins today, and with one named storm already, this could by another busy season. Jon will share details on what insurers will expect you to do to be covered during a storm.
Great Loop Radio: Documentation, Registration & Tax Issues
May 11, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 28.7 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Curtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes & Associates provides details on Coast Guard documentation, registration, and tax issues related to your purchase of a boat for the Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: Planning to Fail
May 04, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week's guest on Great Loop Radio is Marine Safety Expert Mario Vittone. Mario will talk about "Planning to Fail" and how you can stay safe on the water by developing contingency plans for handling the things that could go wrong.
Great Loop Radio: Locking Through
April 27, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 28 MBThe Great Loop route has over 100 locks. On this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Gold Looper Ken Bloomfield joins us to share the procedure for locking through. Our primary focus will be the Army Corp of Engineer locks on the inland rivers, but advice will also include how to handle other locks as well.
Great Loop Radio: The Albemarle Loop
April 20, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, learn about 24 nights of free dockage available on Albemarle Sound. Jack Atwell, Managing Director of the Albemarle Loop is our guest. Jack explains the many things to see and do along the Albemarle Sound and provides details about 12 marinas that each offer two free nights to transient boaters who tie up there!
Great Loop Radio: Procedures for Running Inlets
April 13, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MBGold Looper John Pitney is back this week on Great Loop Radio. He'll be sharing details on the procedure he uses for running inlets. Listen to learn about the best (and worst) times during the tide cycle to run an inlet, how to prepare, and more.
Great Loop Radio: The Atlantic ICW from Charleston to Norfolk
March 30, 2018 14:00 - 41 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Tom Hale returns for part 2 of his tour of the AICW. This week, he'll share navigation information for the segment of the Great Loop route that takes us along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Charleston, South Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia. Listen for tips on current hazards to navigation and how to work with tides when planning your trip.
Great Loop Radio: The Atlantic ICW from Fernandina Beach to Charleston
March 23, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Tom Hale join us to share navigation information for the segment of the Great Loop route that takes us along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Fernandina Beach, Florida to Charleston, South Carolina. Listen for tips on current hazzards to navigation and how to work with tides when planning your trip.
Spring Rendezvous Preview
March 16, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week's Great Loop Radio podcast provides a preview of the upcoming Spring Rendezvous. Hear about the seminar line-up, the other activities, and the status of the facilities after their major renovation. Helpful information for those already registered, and those considering attending this year or in the future, will be shared.
Great Loop Radio: Procedures for Security Aboard and Boarding by Authorities
March 09, 2018 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Gold Looper John Pitney joins us once again to review some of the checklists he's provided to AGLCA members. This week we'll cover what to do when being boarding by authorities. We'll also tackle general security aboard with the focus not on personal security, but rather, securing your boat and belongings.
Great Loop Radio: Anchoring (Re-play)
March 02, 2018 15:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBAGLCA is presenting content this month focusing on anchoring while cruising the Great Loop. This week, we bring you a replay of one of our Great Loop Radio podcasts from two years ago when Gold Looper John Martin joined us to talk about anchoring. John shares lessons on anchoring including basic gear, types of anchors and rode, techniques, and tips.
Great Loop Radio: The Status of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
February 23, 2018 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBAs this year's fleet of Loopers prepare to head up the east coast, Brad Pickel, Executive Director of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association, joins us to talk about the status of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, current dredging projects, and other projects that have been funded. Listen for tips on where to look out for shoaling and low-depths on your cruise north.
Great Loop Radio: Anchoring Basics
February 16, 2018 15:00 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this week's espidoe of the Great Loop Radio podcast, our guests are anchoring consultants Rudy & Jill Sechez. They'll be joining us to talk about anchoring basics.
Great Loop Radio: Harbor Host of the Year Finalists
February 09, 2018 15:00 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBLearn our AGLCA's Harbor Host Program and Hear from the Finalists for the True North Harbor Host of the Year Award.
Great Loop Radio: Dealing with Fire Aboard and at the Marina
February 02, 2018 15:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBJohn Pitney joins us again this week on the Great Loop Radio podcast to go through more of the checklists/procedures he's provided for members. On the agenda this week, procedures for dealing with fire aboard and marina fires.
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Smaller Boat
January 19, 2018 15:00 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MBGold Looper Betsy Johnson is our guest on this week's episode of Great Loop Radio. Betsy and her late husband, Rick, completed the Great Loop aboard their 22' Glacier Bay. Betsy will share the pros and cons of Looping in a smaller boat.
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Budget
January 12, 2018 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBOn today's Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Loopers Wendy and Bobby Wilson join us to talk about how they did they Great Loop as a family of six while staying within their budget. They'll share some of the money saving tips they learned along the way and their plans to Loop again later this year.
Great Loop Radio: Looping on a Budget
January 05, 2018 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Captain John Wright of the popular website, CaptainJohn.org, joins us to talk about budgeting for the Great Loop. As Capt. John prepares for his 10th voyage around the Loop, he'll share details on how he's Looped while spending less than $8,000 on boat-related expenses (fuel, marinas).
Great Loop Radio: Completing the Loop under Solar Power
December 22, 2017 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBOn this episode of Great Loop Radio, find out how Jim Greer completed the Great Loop earlier this year cruising only under solar power. Jim will explain the boat he used, including the solar equipment, and how his Great Loop experience differed due to his limited power.
Great Loop Radio: Procedures for Heavy Weather
December 15, 2017 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBGold Looper John Pitney is back to share more of his helpful checklists and procedures. On this episode, we'll talk about heavy weather and the steps you can take to mitigate its effects on your crew and your vessel.
Great Loop Radio: Preparing a Holiday Feast Aboard
December 08, 2017 15:00 - 23 minutes - 20.3 MBDon't miss this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast. Our guest this week is the very popular Carolyn Shearlock of The Boat Galley. Carolyn will join us to talk about celebrating the holidays and preparing a festive meal aboard!
Great Loop Radio: VHF Radio Distess Signals
December 01, 2017 15:00 - 32 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this episode, we cover how to use your VHF radio in emergency situations. Gold Looper John Pitney joins us to go over important checklists he's developed for issuing distress calls, and the situations in which you should use them.
Great Loop Radio: The Downeast Loop
November 03, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, AGLCA Members Roger and Chris VanHoozer join us to discuss cruising the Downeast Loop. We'll cover information about the route itself, cruising stats, and highlights of the trip.
Great Looop Radio: Intro to Weather
October 27, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.2 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, marine weather expert, Lee Chesneau, joins us to share information about marine weather and his thoughts on why it's important for boaters to go beyond reading the forecast and actually understand weather.
Great Loop Radio: All About Vessel Safety Checks
October 06, 2017 14:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBJoin us for this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast when Gold Looper Larry Cook joins us to explain what to expect from a vessel safety check. He'll share what equipment you must have aboard as well as why you should complete this important safety check regularly.
Great Loop Radio: Three Must-Do Safety Drills
September 22, 2017 14:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MBOn this week's Great Loop Radio, safety-at-sea expert Mario Vittone teaches the three most important drills to perform regularly to ensure you and your crew are ready to handle emergencies aboard including engine failure, man overboard, and medical emergencies. Don't miss this important episode!
Great Loop Radio: Army Corp of Engineer Locks
September 15, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Kevin Ewbank, Supervisory Park Ranger with the Illinois Waterway Project of the US Army Corp of Engineers, joins us to talk about the COE locks, how to handle them safely, and what to expect in terms of lock maintenance.
Great Loop Radio: Hurricane Irma
September 08, 2017 14:30 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBAs we brace Hurricane Irma, this week's Great Loop Radio podcast will feature weather expert Lee Chesneau giving us up-to-the minute details about the storm's expected impact. The episode will be coming to you live so you can call in with your questions. Lee Chesneau is a senior marine meteorologist, lecturer, & a graduate from one of the elite universities that offer degrees in meteorology, the University of Wisconsin (Madison). His B.S. Degree in Meteorology was Lee’s ticket to a distingu...
Great Loop Radio: Solo Completion of the Adventure You Started Together
September 01, 2017 13:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBJoin us for a very special interview on this week's Great Loop Radio podcast. Connie Bowman, one of our new Gold Loopers, will tell the story of how she and her husband, Bill, started the Great Loop together. After Bill's unexpected passing, Connie completed the Great Loop without him, fulfilling the couple's dream of becoming Gold Loopers. Listen to hear this inspirational Looper tell the story of how she prepared herself for Looping without Bill and how it felt when she finished the Great ...
Great Loop Radio: Preparing a Fresh Water Boat for Salt Water
August 25, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 25.8 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, we'll discuss what to do to prepare your fresh water boat for the salt water found on parts on the Great Loop route. Our guests, Captains Chris & Alyse Caldwell, will share tips about your engine coolant, anodes, and the age old question of whether fresh water boats hold their value better than salt water boats.
Great Loop Radio: Safe Boating in Chicago
August 18, 2017 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBOn this episode of Great Loop Radio, Larry Dostal of the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee will join us to provide advice on safe boating to Loopers heading to Chicago.
Great Loop Radio: Fire Aboard
August 11, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.5 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Tom Hale joins us to talk about common causes of fire aboard. Tom also shares what to do if fire breaks out.
Great Loop Radio: What to Expect During the Boat Buying Process
July 28, 2017 14:00 - 32 minutes - 28.8 MBAfter the popular thread in the forum this week regarding when a sea trial should happen on a boat you're interested in purchasing, we thought it was a great time to do an episode of Great Loop Radio on what to expect from the boat buying process. Curtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes & Associates joins us to explain the ins and outs, including details on the sea trial, the survey, the closing, and more.
Great Loop Radio: Clearing Canadian Customs
July 21, 2017 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MBJoin us as Chris Kealey of the Canada Border Services Agency explains the procedure to follow when arriving in Ontario by boat.
Great Loop Radio: Boating Infrastructure Grants
July 14, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26 MBOn this week's episode of Great Loop Radio, Boat U.S. Vice President of Public Affairs, Scott Croft, shares details about boating infrastructure grants (BIG) just awarded for facilities that cater to transient boaters. We also discuss two important current issues, electric shock drowning and keeping your outboard and electronics safe from theft.
Great Loop Radio: Both Sides of Lake Michigan
July 07, 2017 14:00 - 52 minutes - 46.9 MBThis week's episode is a rebroadcast of two episodes that originally aired in 2016 covering cruising both sides of Lake Michigan. Foster Schucker and Susan Wilson cover cruising the Wisconsin side, while Pat & George Hospodar cover the Michigan side.
Great Loop Radio: The Trent-Severn Waterway and Canada's 150th Birthday
June 23, 2017 14:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MBJoin us as Chad Buchner, Manager of Canal Operations for the Trent-Severn Waterway, tells us what to expect along this historic canal as they prepare to celebrate Canada's 150th birthday.