This is a combination of lessons learned on both our first and second Loops. This may come across as scare tactics and doom and…
Our first loop was from 2019 to 2020; the second was from 2023 to 2024. In a word, Yes! Fuel prices were higher. Our…
I can’t think of a single stop where we were sorry we went there. Pretty much every stop had something to offer. There are…
On our first Loop trip, we stuck to the Michigan side. The Michigan side has lots of stops with many protected harbors. We especially…
That’s a hard one. We visited so many amazing places along the route. We love the Hudson River. There is so much history there,…
Well, probably not. We said we wouldn’t do it again after our first loop, mostly because of the rivers (Illinois, Mississippi, and Ohio), but…
“My name is Tom, and I’m a gadget geek!” I have six high-definition cameras. An electronic engine monitoring system. A wi-fi booster and router…
Tipping is a personal thing. Most dock hands and marina staff are not highly compensated. They rely on tips for a large portion of…
We are Harbor Hosts! Harbor Hosts are AGLCA members who volunteer to assist other boaters at their home marinas. The MTOA also has a…
If you still get checks in the mail, switch everything you can to direct deposit. With online banking, your day-to-day banking is easy from…