We start cruising to have fun. And then stress can creep in as we’re learning a whole new lifestyle.
In this episode, I discuss three simple things that anyone — old or new cruiser — can do to make cruising far less stressful.
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Carolyn Shearlock has lived aboard full-time for 17 years, splitting her time between a Tayana 37 monohull and a Gemini 105 catamaran. She’s cruised over 14,000 miles, from Pacific Mexico and Central America to Florida and the Bahamas, gaining firsthand experience with the joys and challenges of life on the water.
Through The Boat Galley, Carolyn has helped thousands of people explore, prepare for, and enjoy life afloat. She shares her expertise as an instructor at Cruisers University, in leading boating publications, and through her bestselling book, The Boat Galley Cookbook. She is passionate about helping others embark on their liveaboard journey—making life on the water simpler, safer, and more enjoyable.
Anonymous says
Lol lastnight I was just thinking about the Learning curve. The weather and a draging anchor can ratchet up the nerves.
Karen Marciano says
Is the BG going to be just podcast now? I didn’t see where I could read them like usual. Thanks