Welcome to AGLCA's Virtual Docktails where Loopers can connect on special interest topics! Each Zoom social breakout room will be hosted by a Gold Looper or a representative from AGLCA. The groups are intended to be interactive and fun with no structured agenda or presentations! For the May event, the breakout room topics are below.
Solo Loopers:
Thinking about doing the Loop on your own? You’re not alone… well, actually you are, but in the best way possible! This room is all about the unique experience of solo cruising: freedom, confidence, and yes, a few challenges along the way.
We can discuss tips for handling the boat, staying safe, meeting people, and building your own rhythm out on the water. Whether you’re already looping solo or just considering it, this is a great place to swap stories, ask questions, and hear how others are making it work.
Staying Active While Looping:
Just because you’re cruising doesn’t mean you have to slow down (unless you want to!) This breakout room is all about staying active and feeling your best while living the Looper lifestyle. From morning walks and bike rides to onboard workouts and creative ways to stay moving, we can all share what’s working on the water.
We can also talk about routines (or lack thereof!), motivation, and how different cruising styles impact your day-to-day activity. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just trying to balance docktails with a few extra steps, there’s something here for everyone!
Cherishing The Chesapeake:
The Chesapeake Bay is a small stretch of the Loop with a big reputation for incredible experiences. From charming waterfront towns and fresh seafood to scenic anchorages and rich maritime history, there’s something around every corner.
This breakout room is all about sharing favorite stops, hidden gems, and can’t-miss experiences along the Bay. Whether you’ve already cruised it or it’s still ahead of you, come swap stories, tips, and a few “don’t miss this” moments. Fair warning… you may leave this room wanting to slow down and spend a little more time there!
Skills Every Looper Learns:
There are a few skills every Looper thinks about before they go… and a few you only really learn along the way. This room is all about sharing real-world experience with things like locking, docking, mooring, and everything in between.
Don't mistake this room for a how-to seminar, this will just be an open, honest conversation about what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what you wish you knew sooner. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or still building confidence, this is a great place to ask questions and pick up practical tips from fellow Loopers. Chances are, someone here has been exactly where you are!
The Looper Lounge: Pull Up A Chair:
No agenda, no topics, no pressure- just good conversation and great company. This room is your chance to kick back, relax, and enjoy an authentic Docktails evening with fellow Loopers.
Share stories, swap advice, laugh about the moments that didn’t quite go as planned, or just listen in and enjoy the community. Whether you’re on the Loop, planning your trip, or dreaming about it someday, everyone’s welcome here. Sometimes the best conversations are the ones you didn’t plan!
During the registration process, you will inidicate which breakout room you plan to attend but you will also be able to move to another breakout room during the event if you choose to do so.
Upon registering, you will receive information about your Zoom link for the virtual docktails but you will also be able to find it in "My Events", which can be found under "My Account" on the homepage menu bar of the AGLCA website when you are logged in. Just click "View Booking" by the appropriate event to see the Zoom link.
Registration closes on Wednesday, May 20th at noon eastern.