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Join the celebration of AGLCA's 25th Anniversary!  The Home Port Crew talks about how AGLCA started, how it's grown over the years, what has changed, and what's remained the same.  We also touch on plans for the future in this "Happy Annviersary" episode.

The Great Loop is a circumnavigation of the eastern U.S., and part of Canada. The route includes the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the New York State Canals, the Canadian Canals, the Great Lakes, the inland rivers, and the Gulf of Mexico. "Loopers" take on this adventure of a lifetime aboard their own boat. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.

Gary & Lisa aboard PerfectSeas (a 42' Carver Aft Cabin Motor Yacht) are our guests this week. They share details about their 6,000 mile nautical adventure on America's Great Loop, including how they got started, what they found the most challenging, and what they learned along the way.

The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile route through interconnected waterways that allows boaters to circumnavigate the eastern U.S. and part of Canada. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.

Do you know Chad Pregracke? If not, you should! For 25 years he's been helping remove trash from America's inland rivers. Chad founded Living Lands and Waters in 1998 at the age of 25 when he realized nothing was being done to clean up the waterways. He is the winner of many awards and accolades, most notably, Chad was the recipient of the Jefferson Award for Public Service. Chad accepted this award in 2002 at the United States Supreme Court with other award recipients Rudolph Giuliani, Bill and Melinda Gates and Lilly Tartikoff. In 2013, he was named CNN's Hero of the Year. Chad is also the author of From the Bottom Up: One Man’s Crusade to Clean America’s Rivers.  Chad is the guest on this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast as we discuss what it takes to keep the inland rivers section of the Great Loop route free of trash and how Loopers can get involved.

On this episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast, Kim Russo (AGLCA's Director) shares more details about the boat she's Looping board, "The Perch", and Michael tells the story of how he selected this boat for his first Great Loop. If you've been following Kim's Great Loop, here are the details you've been waiting for about "The Perch". She's a 2001 Silverton 410 with two staterooms, a split head, galley up, and twin Cummins diesels. More details in the podcast!

*We apologize for the over-modulation on the audio!  We'll do better next time.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Ted Stehle of Waterway Guide joins us to talk about how to find the best fuel prices while cruising.  Ted, who is also a Gold Looper, will share how Waterway Guide compiles their fuel price reports, and will also give other tips for finding the best deal when filling up and conserving fuel while Looping.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Brenda & Wally join us to talk about how they found their Great Loop bought, a Carver Voyager 530.  They'll cover their required features, their "nice-to-haves" and where they had to make compromises to find "the one".

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Looper Dave Fuller, who is the current Coast Guard Auxiliary Director of Education, shares details on the courses available through the Auxiliary and other places that Loopers should take before starting their Great Loop adventure.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew discusses our 2022 Advocacy efforts and provides the background and current status of efforts to fight anchoring limitations in Florida and to keep the New York Canals open for through-navigation.

Please contribute to our Advocacy Fund at www.greatloop.org/advocacy.

Read more about the Florida bill that funds the removal of derelict vessels (mentioned during the podcast) here.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Bill Parlatore joins us to talk about his recent article titled "Getting Ready for the Great Loop".  We discuss the proper way to execute a slow pass on the waterway, how to determine the air draft of your boat and why that's important, and other tips for those getting ready to begin the Great Loop.  You can reach Bill's article here: https://www.seattleyachts.com/news/getting-ready-for-the-great-loop

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On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Ian & Trina share the details of how they found and purchased their DeFever 44 to complete the Great Loop.  Ian & Trina purchased the boat nearly 8 years ago and have since moved it from Chesapeake Bay to Chattanooga and have made several upgrades in preparation for the rest of the Great Loop and more cruising.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Scott & Karen DeVoll of Capable Cruising walk us through some of the points to consider when getting ready to move aboard full-time.  Whether you're selling your "dirt" home or planning to return there after the Loop, this episode gives tips on things to consider first, such as:
Health insurance and obtaining medical care and prescriptions while on the LoopHow to set up residency someplace while living a transient life style (for things like car registrations and voting)What to do with all of your "stuff"Handling your mailand much more!
 

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Brian & Jennifer share the details of how they found and purchased their Ranger Tug 27 in October of 2021.  They're coming to us from the Florida Keys where they are currently aboard as part of their Great Loop adventure.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Ken Marks of Marks Marine Insurance is our guest.  Ken will update us on the status of the Marine Insurance marketplace in 2022 and what insurers are requiring of boaters in terms of boat size and previous boating experience.

From fire extinguishers to life rafts to personal locator beacons, distress and safety equipment is important for your Great Loop cruise. After presenting an enlightening seminar at our Spring Rendezvous, Jeremy McConnell of Northwest Creek Marina is our guest this week to talk about this important topic.  Northwest Creek Marina is an AGLCA sponsor, and Jeremy, a retired U.S. Coast Guard Master Chief, is the General Manager there. In his role in the Coast Guard, Jeremy managed and executed thousands of Search and Rescue operations. He'll tell us from his firsthand experience why having distress and safety equipment, and knowing how to use it, can make all the difference in the unlikely event that something goes wrong while your on the Great Loop.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew summarizes details of the boats that completed the Great Loop in 2021 and brings you up to speed on the many things happening for AGLCA members in early 2022.  We'll also note the associated deadlines.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Jeff & Doris share the details of their Magna Marine Nova Scotia 47 trawler and how they went about finding and buying this boat for their Great Loop.

On this bonus episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, join us as Gold Looper Scott Meyers, his daughter, and friends Andre and Joel share the tales of their Great Loop adventure aboard a tritoon.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Curtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes & Associates joins us to provide a preview of what we can expect from the boat buying market in 2022.  We'll cover the current challenges you might face while searching for and purchasing your Great Loop boat and some tips for ensuring a smooth process.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we share the "DockTales" session that was streamed live on our social media platforms on Tuesday featuring Jack Huff and JoAnn Harper aboard "Jackpot" sharing the tales of their Great Loop adventure.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Sue & Craig share how they found their Rosborough 246 and their plans for taking their boat on the Great Loop.

On this bonus episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we welcome Rick & Rhonda aboard R&R to "Dock-Tales". Rick & Rhonda recently completed the Great Loop and they shre the tales of their adventures.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast we provide details on upcoming lock closures that will affect Loopers in 2022 and 2023 including one on the Okeechobee Waterway and several on the Illinois Waterway.  Our guest it Doug Morgan, Chief of Locks for the Rock Island District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we continue our series on "How I Found My Great Loop Boat".  This time, we talk with David & Debra who bought their Carver 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht with plans to tackle the Great Loop. Find out what they like best (and least) about their boat!

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Platinum Looper Eddy Johnsen shares information about the return of Eddy's Weather Wag.  The Weather Wag provides information to assist Loopers in identifying a good weather window for crossing the Gulf of Mexico, which is a 20 hour overnight passage for boats that cruise at 7 to 8 miles per hour like Eddy & Linda do aboard Spiritus.  Eddy helps Loopers to be confident about their selected Gulf Crossing night by providing his insight into what to expect from the weather.

Diane & Tim Vandersall earned their Gold Burgee and then decided to give back to the boating community and the waters they frequented while on the Loop. They've spent two months volunteering in some of Florida's beautiful state parks. While the work is sometimes strenuous, they've found it rewarding, and they earned free dockage during the period of their volunteer service!  Listen to this week's episode to learn more.

The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, through the inland rivers, and through the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew gives you a preview of next week's Fall Rendezvous and shares details about the upcoming Winter Rendezvous in Fort Myers, Florida.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we cover what's new in the U.S. Customs & Border Protection ROAM App.  Port Director Jared Olafson with CBP is our guest, and he'll share how U.S. Citizens use ROAM to check back into the country when they cross the border aboard their boats.  He'll also cover some new developments to the ROAM app that will make checking in and reporting much easier for our Canadian members and other non-U.S. citizens.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we continue our series on "How We Found our Great Loop Boat".  AGLCA members Erica & Hawk Thompson, who will be working aboard while Looping with their toddler, share the details of how they selected their 34' Gemini sailing cat as their Great Loop boat.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we share details about visiting Paducah, Kentucky as part of your Great Loop adventure.  Paducah made the "Best of the Loop" list in three categories this year, and the transient dock located in the heart of the downtown area makes this a must-stop while on the Loop.  Pam Spencer, Communications Manager for the City of Paducah, provides everything you need to know to enjoy your stop!

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Steve & Carol aboard JADIP, a 37' Great Harbour, share the stories of their Great Loop adventure. Steve & Carol just crossed their wake on a clockwise Loop, but their unique circumstances have them heading towards crossing their wake again, this time in the counter-clockwise direction, in the coming months.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, join us for a side trip to Nashville. Zyg Durski, a Gold Looper whose home waters are the Cumberland River, shares helpful information for planning a visit to Nashville during your Great Loop. The discussion includes details on navigation, where to tie up or anchor, and what to see and do along the way.

On this episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we continue our monthly series on "How We Found Our Great Loop Boat".  This month we feature David & Amy Deutl who completed the Great Loop aboard their 1980 36' Albin Trawler, Selah Way. Amy & David share why they choose this boat and how they went about finding it while staying on budget.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, our guests are Dan & Mary Stroeing, who completed the Loop in July.  They share how Dan, who is blind, drove and docked the boat with Mary's guidance throughout the Great Loop.  Think you have challenges to doing the Loop that are insurmountable?  This inspiring couple will prove otherwise!

Join us as Bev & Jim Holland, who recently completed the Great Loop aboard their custom sailboat, "Steal Away", share the tales of their Great Loop adventure.  They'll talk about their favorite things about the Great Loop and give details about how they handled Looping aboard a sailboat.

The Canadian border opened to fully-vaccinated U.S. Citizens on August 9th, and Looper boat "Green Eyes" was one of the first to cross.  Teresa O'Kane joins us to share the details of her experience crossing the border aboard Green Eyes and what was required.  Teresa is happy to take your questions via Facebook, or, AGLCA members can find her contact information here.

Weather forecasts may be the most important piece of information you can gather before heading out for a day on the water.  This week, Kennard "Chip" Kasper, Meteorologist-in-Charge at NOAA/Florida Keys National Weather Service, joins us to talk about NOAA's mission and the important work they do in marine weather forecasting. With hurricane season right around the corner, we'll also discuss how storms are tracked and what the implications are for boaters.

The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile route through interconnected waterways that allows boaters to circumnavigate the eastern U.S. and part of Canada. Learn more at www.greatloop.org.

On this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we continue our monthly series on “How I Found My Great Loop Boat”.  Jody & Louis Wilham join us from aboard their Hampton 490 Pilothouse motor yacht to share the features of their boat, how they found it, and what makes it the perfect Great Loop boat for them.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Gold Looper Scott Voelker joins us to share the details of completing the Great Loop on a jet ski to raise money for breast cancer research.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, the Home Port Crew gives the details of the new GreatLoop.org website, why we made the change, what new features are available, and how the forum is set up, and we even touch on upcoming events!

Debbie and Capt. Steve Russell tell the tales of their Great Loop and other cruising adventures aboard their power catamaran, Gypsies Palace.

On this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we continue our series on “How I Found My Great Loop Boat”.  Pete & Cheri Washburn join us to share how they found and purchased their 2006 Cruiser Yacht 415, and why they chose this boat over some of the others they considered, including a Beneteau Swift Trawler and Mainship 400.

Gold Loopers Phil & Lynne Rains share the tales of their Great Loop adventure in this bonus episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast.  Fins is a Mainship 400.

On this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Captain Karl Weber of At the Helm gives us tips on dealing with tides, including helpful hints for docking, anchoring, and timing your cruising.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast, join us for the Part 2 of the recorded Open Q&A session from the recent Virtual Spring Rendezvous. A panel of Gold Loopers--including Kay & Robert Creech, Claudia & Dave Fuller, and Laura & Ben Stein--takes questions from attendees on all things related to the Great Loop!

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio Podcast, join us for the first half of the recorded Open Q&A session from the recent Virtual Spring Rendezvous. A panel of Gold Loopers--including Kay & Robert Creech, Claudia & Dave Fuller, and Laura & Ben Stein--takes questions from attendees on all things related to the Great Loop!

Karen & Ken Stark completed the Great Loop in 2018 aboard their Bayliner 3888, Island Girl.  They're now in the midst of their second Loop, and they share the tales of their Great Loop Adventure on this bonus DockTales episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast.

Kip & Insel have completed the Great Loop three times! They share the stories of their Great Loop adventures aboard two different boats including how they've grown as boaters via the many miles they've cruised, tips on how they deal with having a 60 pound dog aboard, advice for those new to Looping, and more.

America's Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime! Loopers cruise the 6,000-mile Great Loop route aboard their own boats completing a circumnavigation of the eastern U.S. and part of Canada via mostly protected inland waterways. The Great Loop route follows the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the Chesapeake Bay, and the New York Canals northwards, goes across the Great Lakes, south on the Inland Rivers, and then east Gulf Coast to complete the Loop.

On this week's episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we bring you the second installment in our special series on finding a boat for the Great Loop. Gold Loopers Bill and Bobbie tell about how they selected their perfect Great Loop boat, a Mainship 400 they named "First Forty", including how they determined what features they wanted, how they went about purchasing it, and how they sold it after the Loop.

In this bonus episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, Bill & Mindy Ryan aboard the MV Harken! Share the tales of their Great Loop adventure.  Bill and Mindy crossed their wake last week.

On this week’s episode of the Great Loop Radio podcast, we’re talking all about the pre-purchase boat survey.  Our guest is Bill Trenkle, the President of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors.  Bill takes us through the ins-and-outs of the survey, including how to hire a surveyor, what to expect on survey day, and what should be included in the survey report.