For years I avoided taking a VHF Radio Course. I thought how hard could it be? Well, you don’t know what you don’t know. My husband, Simon, took the VHF radio course and obtained a license when we first purchased our boat, so as long as one person had a license, I felt OK to[Read More]
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VHF Radio Marine for Sailing Cruisers – 6 Excellent Tips
Let’s set a course for an in-depth exploration of the invaluable tool every sailor should have aboard their vessel: the VHF Radio Marine. So, strap in, adjust your sails, and embark on this maritime adventure together. VHF Radio Marine: Your Nautical Swiss Army Knife The VHF Radio Marine is like the Swiss Army Knife of[Read More]
Sending a MAYDAY checklist
One of the first things you need to know BEFORE becoming an active bluewater cruiser is to know how to send a MAYDAY. Sure, the VHF radio is equipped with a red ‘panic’ type button but that’s not necessarily going to save you. Your chances of getting help increase drastically if you follow up an[Read More]
Who else admits to feeling nervous about VHF radio etiquette?
Here’s a resource that will allow you to know everything you need to know about VHF radio etiquette. Discover how you can know what to say, how to say it and when to say it. But first, let me back up a bit. When I was a new sailor, I thought it was only me[Read More]
