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CruiserPort at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

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Have a question about the cruising life? Ask Captain Chris! Meet Captains Chris & Alyse Caldwell at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show DOCK B at Bahia Mar Marina on November 1-2, 2013 as they present seminars and answer questions that will help you start living the dream of a cruiser. […]

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DeFever 47 – Communications are Key in Trawler Training

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This couple completed the Great Loop in their 47 DeFever with Nancy at the helm the entire time! Eddie was the best mate and handled the lines and the navigation, supporting his captain all the way! […]

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Owners of a Fleming 55 -Glad To Train With Captain Chris

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How terrific when we hear back from past students…and they are writing from their OWN BOAT! […]

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Integrity 49 Trawler at TrawlerFest University Building Cruising Confidence

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Building Cruising Confidence

Captains Chris and Alyse Caldwell are a husband and wife team of cruising coaches who will lead a cruisers’ orientation, offering tricks and tips on vessel preparation, safety and trip planning with an emphasis on team work. […]

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AGLCA Fall Rendezvous

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If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising or have looping on your bucket list then scroll down and check out some of our photos from the latest looper rendezvous. […]

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What is a Looper? The Great Circle? How do I join?

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Want to learn more about joining the AGLCA – America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association, here’s how:

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Gulfstar 44 Motor Cruiser, We want to be sure if a boat is in our future.

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This Tennessee couple first met us at The Great Loop Rendezvous eight months before they came aboard our training motor cruiser. They wanted to be sure about the cruising lifestyle and boat designs before they committed to the big purchase. […]

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Boats. What is the Perfect Boat…For You!

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How do I go about buying the right boat for me…for us? […]

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Training Aboard a Grand Banks Eastbay 46 in Tampa Bay

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Captain Chris was invited aboard a 46 foot Eastbay Express Cruiser to prepare the new owners for they journey on the Great Loop. Building Cruising Confidence is best when we work with the couple as a team, sharing the helm and deck duties to make cruising fun. […]

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    Boat selection, operation techniques including docking, locking and anchoring are just a few of the many terrific topics included in our video training series. Each episode can help the novice or seasoned boater become a more confident cruiser. […]

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