11: The Great Loop: Your Next Epic Boating Adventure

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Join Jamie Propst as he sits down with Andy Castan, a seasoned boater who recently completed The Great Loop. In this episode, Andy shares her incredible journey, from navigating challenging waters and planning the trip with hardly any boating experience to meeting fascinating people along the way. Discover the highlights, challenges, and valuable insights from this epic adventure.

About Today's Guest: Andy Castan

Andy Castan, recently retired from the FAA, is a passionate boater turned blogger who just completed The Great Loop with her husband Darth (yes, like Darth Vader). The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile journey across the inland waterways of the United States and the East Coast. In this episode, Jamie interviews Andy (her mother) about their epic adventure and what it took to make this dream a reality!

What You'll Learn:

• The challenges and rewards of The Great Loop
• Tips for planning and navigating The Great Loop
• Insights into “looper” lifestyle and community
• Personal stories and experiences from Andy's journey will help you prepare for your next boating adventure, regardless of your experience.

Resources:

• American Great Loop Cruisers Association (AGLCA)
• Nebo App
• Scho and Jo (YouTube Channel)
• Andy’s Blog
• Anglers Unlimited Free Facebook Community
• Marriage Savers

Thank you for listening to Fishing for a Reason! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you liked it, please share it with a fellow boater who may be interested in this epic boating adventure!