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Planning the Relocation
It will finally be time this "summer" to move Liberty 2 from New London CT to Sandusky OH. Our original plan was to do this in 2024, but that didn't happen. In 2024 that was our decision. In 2025, it was a delay was the yard getting around to swapping our engines. Now in 2026, it is finally happening. So how are we planning the move. From a tool perspective, I have several including: Argo Nav , Navionics and Aquamap as my primary. When I first started, Navionics was t
Liberty Trawler
3 days ago1 min read


Exploring America's Great Loop: A Journey Through Waterways and Adventure
The Great Loop is one of the most remarkable boating adventures in the United States. It offers a unique way to explore the country by water, connecting a vast network of rivers, lakes, and coastal waterways. For boaters and adventure seekers, this journey provides a blend of natural beauty, historic towns, and vibrant communities. Whether you are an experienced mariner or a curious traveler, the Great Loop promises an unforgettable experience filled with discovery and challe
Liberty Trawler
Feb 103 min read


Am I a Scrounger? You Make the Call!
I was recently at the AGLCA rendezvous when a fellow DeFever owner said to me, “Since you are so good at finding things, can you help me find a stabilizer fin?” That comment immediately made me think two things: Do I know of any stabilizer fins (I don’t), and Am I a scrounger? I thought this would make a fun article, so here it is. Let me know if you think the label fits! My Boat Acquisitions We have owned five boats, not including our dinghies. My first two were sailboats, a
Liberty Trawler
Feb 94 min read
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Follow the meticulous refit of our 1979 DeFever 43.
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