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: Florida Legislature's Passing of Anchoring Restrictions
March 11, 2016 15:00 - 28 minutes - 24.8 MBDespite the best efforts of the cruising community, the bill to restrict overnight anchoring in five popular anchorages has passed the Florida Legislature. The bill is now awaiting signature or veto by Governor Rick Scott. Our guest on this week's episode of Great Loop Radio is Phil Werndli of the Seven Seas Cruising Association's Concerned Cruisers' Committee. Phil helped lead the charge at the Florida state house to defeat this legislation. He'll share what implementation of this new la...
Great Loop Radio: Cruising Lake Okeechobee and the AICW in South Florida
March 04, 2016 15:00 - 28 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week's Great Loop Radio podcast is a rebroadcast of one of the most popular episodes of 2015. Bud Lloyd, Cruising Editor for Waterway Guide's Southern Edition, will tell us what we need to know to successfully navigate the waterways of South Florida. Loopers will soon be heading north, and Bud will guide us through the two routes they're taking to Stuart, Florida: Lake Okeechobee and the ICW in southern Florida.
Great Loop Radio: Anchoring
February 26, 2016 15:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MBJoin us as member John Martin provides a lesson on anchoring including basic gear like types of anchors and rode, techniques, and tips.
Great Loop Radio: Spring Rendezvous Preview
February 19, 2016 15:00 - 17 minutes - 14.8 MBFind out what's planned for our annual Spring Rendezvous happening May 2 - 5, 2016 at the Sheraton Norfolk and the adjacent Waterside Marina.
Great Loop Radio: Florida Sea Grant Program and Derelict Vessels
February 12, 2016 15:00 - 26 minutes - 23.5 MBOn this episode of Great Loop Radio, we’ll be talking about the Florida Sea Grant organization and the progress they’ve made on removing derelict vessels as a result of a public/private partnership. Our guest will be Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent, Bill Mahan.
Great Loop Radio: Changes to Aids to Navigation
February 05, 2016 15:00 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MBThis week's Great Loop Radio podcast features member Dave Skolnick discussing changes in aids to navigation. Dave has a degree in naval architecture and marine engineering from Webb Institute and has worked in support of military and civil long and short range communications, electronics, and navigation.
Great Loop Radio: Cuba Bound
January 29, 2016 15:00 - 29 minutes - 25.9 MBJoin us for this week's podcast as Ed Tillett, Editor-in-Chief of Waterway Guides, shares details about how Americans can visit Cuba aboard their own vessels. With timely information from the publication earlier this month of "Cuba Bound – The North Coast: Ports of Entry and Anchorages", Ed will discuss ports of entry, what to see and do when going ashore, and how to find information about current regulations for Americans wishing to travel to Cuba.
Great Loop Radio-Cruising to Cuba
January 22, 2016 15:00 - 28 minutes - 24.8 MBChuck Baier, author of the popular "Great Book of Anchorages..." series and the Trawler Beach House Blog (http://trawler-beach-house.blogspot.com/) will be our guest. Chuck will share information on the current status of regulations for going to Cuba by boat, including who can go, what to expect when "checking in" upon arrival by boat, what you can bring back, what facilities are available, and more.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the Bahamas
January 15, 2016 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.2 MBCaptains Chris & Alyse Caldwell of Captain Chris Yacht Services join us to share information on cruising to the Bahamas as a side trip to the Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: Wintering Aboard in the Florida Keys
January 08, 2016 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBJoin us as Platinum Loopers and authors Patricia and George Hospodar tell us about the Florida Keys. You'll learn what to see, where to go, and what to do while spending the winter aboard your boat in paradise!
Great Loop Radio--Crossing to the Bahamas with Chuck Baier
January 01, 2016 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBChuck Baier is our guest. He will be talking about what you need to know if you are cruising from Florida to the Bahamas as part of your Great Loop cruise.
Great Loop Radio: Holiday Episode
December 25, 2015 15:00 - 11 minutes - 9.55 MBSeason's Greetings! Listen as your fellow Looper call in to share their favorite memories of holidays aboard!
Great Loop Radio: Cruising in and around Fort Myers
December 18, 2015 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week's episode will feature Harbor Host Kitty Nicolai and Coast Guard Auxiliary Coxswain Carol Irvin telling what to expect while cruising in and around Fort Myers.
Great Loop Radio: Checklist for Leaving Your Boat
December 04, 2015 15:00 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBPlanning to leave your boat and head for land for the holidays? This week's guest, Jim Healy, will share his checklist for leaving your boat. Get the information you need to prepare your boat before you leave it.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the Florida Panhandle
November 27, 2015 15:00 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MBHappy Thanksgiving! While our staff enjoys some time with their families, we're replaying an episode from this time last year on what to see and do while cruising Florida's panhandle. We thought this might be helpful to Loopers out there who are waiting in that area for a suitable weather window to cross the Gulf. Enjoy!
Important information about the GreatLoop.org website
November 20, 2015 15:00 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBAmerica's Great Loop Cruisers' Association will transition to a new platform for our website and Members' Discussion Forum on Monday, November 23, 2015. Listen for important information for Members on accessing the new site and how to use its features.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising Tarpon Springs
November 13, 2015 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBAs Loopers finish their Gulf Crossing, they're landing in Tarpon springs. Listen as Harbor Host Herb Seaton tells us what to see and do when visiting Tarpon Springs by boat. Join us as we learn more about this unique town along the Great Loop.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising from Demopolis to Mobile Bay
November 06, 2015 15:00 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBJoin us as Bob Schwarz of Dog River Marina guides us from the end of the Tenn-Tom waterway at Demopolis to Mobile Bay. Bob shares suggestions on marinas where Loopers can tie up for the night or have repairs made and what there is to see and do in Mobile.
Great Loop Radio: Gulf Crossing Weather Wag
October 30, 2015 14:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBJoin us as Eddy Johnsen shares details of his daily Weather Wag reports that help Loopers choose a suitable weather window for crossing the Gulf of Mexico. He'll give information on why, and how, he analyzes weather sources each morning and determines whether his recommendation for the day is to "go" or "stay put".
Great Loop Radio: Details on the Boaters Heritage Freedom PAC
October 23, 2015 14:00 - 23 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week's guest is Phil Werndli of the Concerned Cruisers Committee of the Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA). We'll be discussing the new "Boaters Heritage Freedom Political Action Committee" recently formed by SSCA, AGLCA, and the Marine Trawler Owners' Association to help with advocacy efforts undertaken on behalf of our Members. Listen now to learn more, or contribute to the PAC by mailing a check to: Boaters Heritage Freedom PAC c/o PAC Financial Management 8489 Cabin Hill Roa...
Great Loop Radio: New Great Loop Planning Tools
October 09, 2015 14:00 - 19 minutes - 17.3 MBThis week, AGLCA Member Services Coordinator Janice Kromer and Director Kim Russo discuss details of two new tools released to the GreatLoop.org website to help our Members plan their Great Loop adventure. Our Loop Cost Calculator helps estimate the financial investment needed to do the Great Loop based on your boat and cruising preferences. And our Great Loop Interactive Map lets you zoom in on any area of the route, find Sponsors, events, Harbor Hosts, and more. Join us live to hear the...
Great Loop Radio-Troubleshooting Electrical Problems Onboard
October 02, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBJoin us this week as we talk about meters for troubleshooting on your boat, with a focus on electrical problems. Our guest will be Keith Ruse of Deltaville Boatyard.
Great Loop Radio: The Tennessee River to Chattanooga
September 25, 2015 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBLooper Hal Baker takes us on a cruise on the Tennessee River to Chattanooga and shares details of this side trip to the Great Loop.
Great Loop Cruising: A Side Trip on the Ohio River
September 18, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MBOur guest for this episode is veteran Looper Joe Pica who, along with his wife Kathy (aka Punk), has completed the Loop three times and logged nearly 39,000 miles on the water in the past eight years. Joe joins us to talk about a Great Loop side trip on the Ohio River. Listen as Joe shares details of this historic and scenic waterway and the many sights to see along the way.
Great Loop Radio--Staying in Shape While Cruising
September 11, 2015 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.9 MBMembers Bob and Sharon Boynton will be our guests this week to discuss ways to stay in shape while Looping.
Great Loop Radio: Tackling the Rivers, Part 2
September 04, 2015 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MBJoin us as Betsy and Rick Johnson return to pick up where we left off last week. We'll cover the Great Loop route along the river system from Hoppies Marina through Joe Wheeler State Park, talking about what to see and do along the way.
Great Loop Radio: Tackling the Rivers
August 28, 2015 14:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBYou've made it through Chicago! Now what? Popular Rendezvous Speakers Rick & Betsy Johnson will share details on how to tackle the rivers, including navigation tips, ports of call, dealing with barges and tows, and more!
Great Loop Radio: Your Questions Answered about Our Upcoming Events
August 21, 2015 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.9 MBAGLCA currently has several events on the calendar, which leads to questions about the best event to attend for your specific place in your Loop Life. This episode provides details on the upcoming Fall Rendezvous, Looper Lifestyle Seminars, Successful Boat Buying Seminars, and the Gold Looper Reunion.
Great Loop Radio: Michigan's Western Shore
August 14, 2015 14:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBJoin us as Bob Kunath, Waterway Guide's Great Lakes Cruising Editor, shares details of the Wisconsin side of lake Michigan. Bob will talk about specific ports to visit, weather on the lake, and more!
Great Loop Radio Boating in the Information Age
August 07, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MBEd Tillett, General Manager, and Jeff Jones, Publisher of Waterway Guide Media are our guests. Our discussion was recorded at the Miami Boat Show and covers boating in the information age and new tools available that help make boating more safe and fun!
Great Loop Radio: Looping Down Lake Michigan's Eastern Shore
July 31, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.9 MBGold Looper Barb Reinken is our guest for this episode. Barb has been boating on Lake Michigan for more than 40 years, and just finished cruising the eastern shore on her second Great Loop trip. Barb joins us from her boat, docked in Hammond, Indiana, and shares detailed information about the ports on the Michigan side of the lake. Please note: During our discussion, we promise to provide additional information about Michigan's Habors of Refuge. A list of Michigan Harbors from DNR, with Ha...
Great Loop Radio: Doing the Loop in a 100% Solar Powered Boat
July 24, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MBJoin us as Lee Wheelbarger of Electric Blue tells us about his project to do the Great Loop completely under solar power, not just for propulsion, but for powering all the boat's systems!
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the North Channel
July 17, 2015 14:00 - 26 minutes - 23 MBMike McKeown of Parkbridge Marinas is back to give us cruising information on the North Channel. He'll share navigation tips, fishing information, anchorage suggestions, and what to see and do when in this picturesque area of Canada.
Great Loop Radio: Doing the Loop in a 14-foot, Self-Built Boat
July 03, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MBJoin us as we talk with John Guider, a 66-year-old on his final leg of the Great Loop in a 14-foot, non-motarized boat he built himself!
Great Loop Radio: All About the Trent Severn Waterway
June 26, 2015 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBOur guest this week is Chad Buchner, Manager of Canal Operations for Parks Canada. Chad will lead us through the Trent Severn Wateray, covering details about this historic and unique waterway and how to plan for this part of your Great Loop Adventure.
Great Loop Radio: Crossing into Canada
June 19, 2015 14:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MBAs many Loopers get ready to tackle the Canadian portion of the Great Loop, join us and our guests, Bob Anderson and Chuck Wells, presenters of the USPS webinar on Crossing Borders. They'll give us all the information needed to cross into Canada.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising with Kids
June 12, 2015 18:00 - 24 minutes - 21.6 MBThis week's episode covers Cruising with Kids. Our guests are John and April Scarcella, new members of AGLCA who are about to begin the Great Loop with their three children, ages 12, 10, and 2 1/2. We'll talk about why this is the right time for their family to do the Loop and what they hope the kids will gain from the experience.
Great Loop Radio-Looping solo
June 05, 2015 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBWe often receive questions from people contemplating doing the Great Loop without a first mate. So this week, we're rebroadcasting a previous episode featuring Tanya Binford, a Gold Looper who single-handed her boat for most of her adventure.
Great Loop Radio: Trouble Shooting Electrical Problems Aboard
May 29, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBJoin us this week as we talk about meters for troubleshooting on your boat, with a focus on electrical problems. Our guest host will be Keith Ruse of Deltaville Boatyard. Those of you who attended the Spring Rendezvous will remember Keith's very interesting presentaion on this topic! Don't miss it.
Great Loop Radio: Great Loop Highlight - Cruising New York Harbor
May 22, 2015 14:00 - 23 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin us this week as we talk about the Big Apple! Our guest is John Calascibetta, AGLCA Harbor Host for New York City. John will lead us through New York Harbor, including navigation, anchorages, and marinas. He'll also give us tips on how to get around New York City and see the sights!
Great Loop Radio: Cruising New Jersey -- The ICW or Outside?
May 15, 2015 14:00 - 34 minutes - 30.9 MBOur guests for this episode are George and Pat Hospodar, authors of "Reflections on America's Great Loop" and "The Great Loop Experience from Concept to Completion". The Hosposdars start from the Delaware River and Bay and guide us through their home waters of New Jersey. They share recent and specific information on whether to choose the inside route through New Jersey, or go the outside route which takes you about a mile and a half off shore. Hear details on what to expect, where to anch...
Great Loop Radio--Conversations from the Rendezvous
May 08, 2015 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MBThis week the show will be three segments, One will be with a Gold Looper, one with a Current Looper and one with a planner. We'll talk about what they got out of the Rendezvous, best thing they learned, was it what they expected, etc.
Great Loop Radio: The Dismal Swamp
May 01, 2015 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.2 MBOn this week's edpisode, we'll explore the Dismal Swamp. Join us as we talk about this unique ecosystem with Donna Stewart, Director of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center. We'll talk about what you'll see on this historic canal and how to traverse the canal safely.
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the Atlantic ICW in South Carolina
April 24, 2015 14:00 - 30 minutes - 26.7 MBJoin us as Larry Dorminy of The Salty Southeast Cruisers' Net tells us what to expect while cruising the Atlantic ICW in South Carolina, including tides, shoaling, must-see ports, best marinas and anchorages, and more.
Great Loop radio--Where to go What to do in Charleston
April 17, 2015 17:00 - 38 minutes - 34.4 MBGues host Dr. Jerry Reves
Great Loop Radio: Get Ready for the Spring Rendezvous!
April 10, 2015 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.2 MBOn this week's episode, members of AGLCA's Home Port Crew will talk about the Spring Rendezvous & Reunion, and what attendees can expect this year from the educational seminars and the social events. We've got some great new sessions that we're excited to share!
Great Loop Radio: Confessions of a Galley Slave
April 03, 2015 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.2 MBWho says meals aboard should be from a can or served on paper plates? Join us as Captain Alyse Caldwell of Captain Chris Yacht Services shares tips and tricks for making your boat's galley user-friendly and preparing fabulous meals aboard!
Great Loop Radio: Proposed Law Would Eliminate Many Anchorages in Florida
March 26, 2015 14:00 - 36 minutes - 32.2 MBJoin us for important up-to-date information on the attempts in Florida to restrict anchoring! Florida Senate Bill 1548 titled “An Act Related to Vessel Safety”, addresses many valid safety issues related to the anchoring of derelict boats. However, it also contains controversial proposals limiting boaters’ ability to anchor in areas “within 200 feet of developed waterfront property” from one hour past sunset until one hour before sunrise. The Seven Seas Cruising Association leads a team t...
Great Loop Radio: Cruising the Atlantic ICW from Stuart, Florida Northward
March 20, 2015 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.9 MBThis week, Waterway Guide's Southern Edition Cruising Editor, Bud Lloyd, will pick up where we left off in our previous episode. He'll take us northward on the Atlantic ICW from Stuart, Florida to the Florida/Georgia border. Tune in for essential information on cruising this part of Florida. To listen to the previous episode covering the Okeechobee Waterway and the Atlantic ICW from Miami to Stuart, click here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/aglca/2015/03/13/great-loop-radio-cruising-lake-ok...
Great Loop Radio: Cruising Lake Okeechobee and the AICW in South Florida
March 13, 2015 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.2 MBThis week's Great Loop Radio podcast guest is Bud Lloyd, Cruising Editor for Waterway Guide's Southern Edition. Loopers are heading north, and Bud will guide us through the two routes they're taking to Stuart, Florida: Lake Okeechobee and the ICW in southern Florida.