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Several things on the Great Loop are easier if you maintain a good fitness level. Our guest this week is Doreen Sharpe. She is a Gold Looper and a Physiotherapist, and she shares the reasons why maintaining fitness is important on the Great Loop and offers some tips on when and where to fit in fitness while Looping.

Gold Looper Kim Fleer joins us this week to talk about some of the options for sharing your Great Loop with those you leave behind. We'll discuss the pros and cons of sharing via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, blogs, and other apps. We'll also share some things you should consider before selecting a platform and list some of the more popular Looper blogs, channels, and social media pages.

The International Seakeepers Society joins us this week to tell us how Loopers can help with marine science research while Looping. They'll also share details on how Loopers can be more environmentally friendly (and save money!) with tips from their Green Guide to Boating.

Cruising the Great Loop can be strenuous for the body and mind. Soon-to-be-Looper and live aboard fitness expert, Kevin Williams, joins us this week to discuss how to stay (or get) fit while Looping. Whether you're looking to increase strength and balance for line handling, lifting things on and off the boat, or other Loop-y tasks, or you're already fit and want to know how to maintain that while Looping, Kevin has suggestions for you.

Are you (or your partner) reluctant to jump aboard for the Great Loop? This episode of our podcast offers advice for those who may not share their partner's enthusiasm about the Great Loop. Jacque Bentley and Claudia Fuller are our guests, and they give their best suggestions on how to address some of the fears or apprehensions some have about cruising the Great Loop. The Great Loop is the boating adventure of a lifetime. Loopers follow the 6,000-mile route in their own boats, cruising up the east coast, into the Great Lakes, down the inland rivers, and through the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more at www.greatloop.org. #GreatLoop #GreatLoopers #BucketList #BoatingAdventure #LoopLife #boatlife #aglca

At the request of one of our listeners, this week's episode talks about what a "standard" day is like on the Loop, what makes a great day, and what makes a stressful day. Michael Martin is our guest and the two of us tackle this topic by sharing experiences on our own Loop. We'll also update you on the status of my planned wake crossing.

Captain Alyse Caldwell of Ask Captain Chris joins us this week to share details on celebrating the holidays aboard your boat. We'll discuss how to adapt your holiday traditions from your "dirt life" to life aboard, decorating tips, ideas for gift giving, and how to spearhead a group gathering to celebrate with other boaters.