sailing trip darwin

Our Big Sailing Adventure to Darwin

Australia liveaboard boat kid shares life on board as they sail to the tropical capital of the Northern Territory in Australia Now that we have our very own sailboat, it’s time to leave Townsville. Dad has finished his job building the hospital and is taking three months off so we can sail the boat...

sydney steenland

Sydney’s Boat Life as a Liveaboard Kid in Australia

Meet Sydney… a 9 year old liveaboard boater kid from Australia who loves her boat life and the adventures it brings It all started a long, LONG! time ago. Ok, ok, it only started 3 years ago. 3 years ago was a hard time for our family. My Dad had a building company that he had to...

rainy boat days

10 Activities to Keep Kids Busy on Rainy Boat Days

Boredom-buster ideas and activities to keep kids entertained on board when you have a rainy boat day Boating is nothing but fun in the sun for kids – the nonstop action of swimming, tubing, fishing and cruising keeps them constantly entertained. But the reality is that not all days are sunny. Sometimes there are...

youth boating programs

Local Boating Courses, Programs and Clubs for Kids

Find a youth boating course or program in your area to get kids involved on the water Youth boating organizations are a great way to get kids involved on the water. They can learn more about a certain aspect of boating, meet new friends, learn new skills and develop a lifelong love of boating....

kids inflatable life jackets

Can Kids Wear Inflatable Life Vests?

Recommended age guidelines for your child’s safe use of inflatable life jackets One of the coolest advancements in life jacket design has no doubt been the introduction of the inflatable life vest. The less bulky design is an appealing idea for kids that may be reluctant to wear a life jacket. But at what age...

cruising buddy

Docking a Boat Safely with Kids on Board

Handling a boat in and out of a slip while ensuring safety of kids on your boat Even for the most experienced captain, maneuvering your boat in and out of a slip can be a bit challenging… particularly with wind or current conditions. Docking your boat requires patience and concentration. Add a kid or...