Before each season it is important to have a list of maintenance items that need to be done to prepare for it. We certainly have a list for Dream Chaser, …
Little Surprise in the Dink today…
We have been keeping our dinghy tied up in the water at the stern of our boat lately since we have been using it as a platform for buffing the …
From Decadence to Camping…
We really enjoy living aboard, however nothing can make the day go from living the dream to camping or roughing it, like losing your running water. Everything was working just …
An Inspiration – Bob Bitchin and the Lost Soul
As someone who loves the look of a classic clipper bow sailboat, specifically a Bill Garden designed boat, this little video is just something that always inspires me. One of …
Taking time from the live-aboard lifestyle to fly the drone over a local bayou
Deb and I have been working on some projects on the boat since she has been back aboard, and it was time to take a bit of a break. We …
The Lake Ponchatrain Causeway Bridge
From where we are staying to get to New Orleans or the Airport, we drive North and South on the LPCB which is 23.8 miles long from start to end. …
15 differences between a Normal Friend and a Boat Friend
I must confess I saw this on Facebook and thought it was great (Thanks Chelsea) 1. A normal friend will respect your privacy and personal space. A boat friend grows accustomed to being …
Cleaning the Air Filters on the Reverse Cycle Air Units
This reminder is available onfirmware version A24 or higher On DreamChaser we have 2 16,000 BTU air conditioners, one in the main lower salon and one in the rear stateroom.The …
Hiss, then a river of water flowing below floor boards
That is never good ! I was working today in my little office in the V-berth and I heard a noise, not to loud, but a sort of Pffsstt sound. …
Cleaning the Teak Decks
We know we have work to do on our decks. The seams are dried and need to be re-done. More importantly, in a good rain, when I walk on it, …