Healthy Boat Living
Join me, Captain Maria and my husband George aboard our 30' Tollycraft, Little Bear, as we explore the stunning San Juan Islands.
I am more than just a captain; I am a registered dietitian and master personal trainer. I have a private practice in Sammamish, Washington. I combine my passion for boating with my expertise in health and fitness to help you live your best life on the water.
We're currently cruising through the San Juan Islands, Gulf Islands, and Desolation Sound, sharing our best tips for everything from safe navigation and destination ideas to healthy living and stylish space-saving solutions for boat and RV life.
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• Meal prep templates and healthy recipes designed for small galleys.
• Easy on-board workouts and shoreside fitness tips.
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Featuring advice on all aspects of living a healthy lifestyle while boating, including how to exercise and prepare healthy meals in a small space or on shore, how to cook delicious meals efficiently in a small boat's galley or on a beach fire, stocking a healthy boat pantry, amazing boating locations and adventures, product recommendations, pa
How to Stop RV Condensation: Year-Round Humidity Control Tips for RV Owners
If you’ve read this far, you know that protecting a valuable mobile investment—like an RV—is a full-time job. Whether it’s managing humidity control (which is even more critical when surrounded by water!) or mastering space-saving organization, the lifestyle is all about efficiency. Why are we sha ...
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Heating a Camper, Van or SUV While Camping
You've successfully addressed how to generate the right kind of heat, but the battle for a healthy RV or camper interior isn't over. In an enclosed space like a van or SUV, human activity—breathing, cooking, and even your heating source—constantly produces water vapor. This warm, humid air instantly turn ...
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How to Get Your Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) Captain’s License
With my Captain's License, my love for boating has reached a new level, and I'm thrilled to connect it with my expertise as a registered dietitian and master personal trainer. Whether I'm navigating the Puget Sound or dreaming of cruising the Great Loop, the invigorating experience of life on the water h ...
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The Complete Guide to Preventing and Removing Moisture, Mold, and Mildew in Your Boat
(1) https://www.epa.gov/mold (2) https://www.epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home#tab-4 (3) https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/beyond-bleach-mold-is-a-long-term-problem-after-flood-and-disasters/ (4) https://www.cdc.gov/mold/cleanup.htm (5)https://www.cdc.gov/mold/default.htm (6) https:// ...
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Choosing and Updating 12V Light Fixtures for Your RV or Boat
How to Change Out 12-Volt Switches on Your Boat or RV Is that old light switch on your boat or RV getting a little sticky? Or perhaps you're finally upgrading to a cool illuminated rocker switch? Good news! Replacing a standard 12-volt light switch is one of the easiest DIY electrical fixes you can tackle. Why the ...
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Don't Let Mice Winterize Your RV: Exclusion and Deterrents
Follow along with us, Captain Maria, and my husband George aboard our 30' Tollycraft, "Little Bear"! We're exploring the stunning San Juan Islands and bringing you along for the adventure. As a registered dietitian and master personal trainer, I have a private practice in Sammamish, Washington, where I ...
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Celebrity's SHINE THE NIGHT Party Oufit Ideas
As an avid cruiser, I've learned that having the right cruise essentials makes all the difference. Learn from my experience and discover those often-overlooked, handy items that will significantly improve your warm-weather cruise experience. Click on the blue botton to shop my favorite Amazon Cruise Items. ...
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A Boater's Guide to Canada & U.S. Customs (NEXUS & CBP ROAM)
Follow along with us, Captain Maria, and my husband George aboard our 30' Tollycraft, "Little Bear"! We're exploring the stunning San Juan Islands and bringing you along for the adventure. As a registered dietitian and master personal trainer, I have a private practice in Sammamish, Washington, where I ...
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US to Canada by Boat: Essential Border Requirements for Dogs and Cats
Follow along with us, Captain Maria, and my husband George aboard our 30' Tollycraft, "Little Bear"! We're exploring the stunning San Juan Islands and bringing you along for the adventure. As a registered dietitian and master personal trainer, I have a private practice in Sammamish, Washington, where I ...
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U.S. Boater's Guide: San Juans to Canadian Waters and Back
#CBSA #CBP #BorderCrossing #Customs #ReportingRequirements #PleasureBoating #BoatingLife #MarineLaw #CruisingExemption #BoatingTips #GulfIslands #SanJuanIslands #PNWBoating #CanadaBorder ...
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Hiking Sucia Island: A Guide to a San Juan Island Gem
Join me, Captain Maria and my husband George aboard our 30' Tollycraft, Little Bear, as we explore the stunning San Juan Islands. I am more than just a captain; I am a registered dietitian and master personal trainer. I have a private practice in Sammamish, Washington. I combine my passion for boating with my experti ...
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Wave Mechanics & Anchorage Comfort
I'm Captain Maria, and I'm joined by my husband, George, aboard our 30' Tollycraft, "Little Bear," as we explore the stunning San Juan Islands and beyond. I'm a registered dietitian and master personal trainer with a private practice in Sammamish, Washington. I combine my passion for boating wit ...
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