Ever wondered what it’s like to spend an entire year on a boat, navigating 6000 miles of waterways? This week, we’re joined by Ali Hasell, who - along with her husband Duncan and their dog Tito - is taking on America’s Great Loop.

In this episode, Ali gives as a look into the incredible journey that she and a community of ‘loopers’ go on to achieve this momentous task.

Ali uncovers the unexpected challenges and the joys of discovery from the loop so far which she’s currently almost 5000 miles into - from navigating lakes and rivers to managing provisions and maintaining a routine on board. We dive into what it takes to commit to America’s Great Loop.

If you’re looking for some travel inspiration, or just want a behind the scenes on an incredible story, this is for you!

Highlights from this episode:

• What is America’s Great Loop and who’s taking it on?
• How ‘loopers’ adapt to life on the boat long term - and how they adapt to returning home.
• Ali and her family’s routine while traveling the 6000-mile stretch.
• Ali’s top spots from America and Canada along the route.
• The community of ‘loopers’ and how to get involved.

LEARN MORE

If you have questions for Ali, drop her an email: [email protected].

For more information about America’s Great Loop, go to www.greatloop.org.

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CONNECT

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LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321

Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm