Zero to Ocean Nomad
Resources
Tips, tools, and checklists to support your sailing journey as crew.
Free Resources
Waypoints to explore the big blue as crew
Crew Checklist
Steps to prepare before joining a boat.
From documents and insurance to what to discuss with the captain before you commit. 60 steps from first contact to stepping on board.
Offshore Checklist
Planning a longer passage? Check this first.
Safety gear, communication, weather, provisioning, and what to verify before leaving sight of land.
Packing List
What to pack for coastal and offshore sailing.
Two lists in one. What you actually need, what you think you need but don’t, and what most first-timers forget. Tested across every continent.
Zero to Ocean Nomad Resources
Interactive tools included with the program. These are the tools that do the work for you.
Route and Season Guide
Where to sail, when, and how likely you are to find a ride.
12 destinations worldwide. Peak seasons, crew chances, budget estimates, key harbours, and Suzanne’s personal recommendations. Filter by month or by what you’re looking for.
Included with Zero to Ocean Nomad
Safety Scorecard
54 checkpoints to assess any boat and captain.
The tool that could save your trip. Red flags, green flags, and a clear scoring system. Fill it in before you commit to any boat. Built from real experience across 100+ boats.
Included with Zero to Ocean Nomad
Crew Coach
Your questions, answered anytime.
The Crew Coach is an AI guide trained on 50,000+ miles of experience. Ask it anything about sailing life.
Included with Zero to Ocean Nomad
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55+ video lessons, interactive tools, community access, and everything you need to go from zero to on a boat.