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Nica Waters

🎧Why We Love the VHF Radio

Published on March 21, 2023; last updated on March 15, 2023 by Nica Waters

A cruiser’s VHF radio provides support, information, and entertainment. Here’s why you should rely on yours too.  [More] 🎧Why We Love the VHF Radio

🎧Simple Offshore Fishing Gear

Published on March 14, 2023; last updated on March 16, 2023 by Nica Waters

Yes, you can fish underway without a rod. Check out our simple fishing rig. [More] 🎧Simple Offshore Fishing Gear

🎧How to Make Oil Changes Less Messy

Published on February 28, 2023; last updated on February 21, 2023 by Nica Waters

Oil changes are crucial for keeping your boat engine running. Here are 3 tools that make the job less messy. And easier. [More] 🎧How to Make Oil Changes Less Messy

🎧Snubber Smarts

Published on February 14, 2023; last updated on February 10, 2023 by Nica Waters

All chain rode is definitely the safest. But is it comfortable at anchor? it can be–if you use a snubber. Learn more. [More] 🎧Snubber Smarts

🎧Small Essentials for Life Onboard

Published on February 7, 2023; last updated on February 1, 2023 by Nica Waters

It’s the small things that make life onboard more enjoyable. Here are a few of our faves.  [More] 🎧Small Essentials for Life Onboard

🎧 Mail Call When You Live on a Boat

Published on January 24, 2023; last updated on January 31, 2023 by Nica Waters

It’s a simple thing to order a package, right? Well, if you’re cruising it’s a little more complicated. Here’s how we managed while cruising the Virgin Islands. [More] 🎧 Mail Call When You Live on a Boat

🎧 Clearing Into the Virgin Islands on Your Own Boat

Published on January 17, 2023; last updated on January 31, 2023 by Nica Waters

Checking into a new country when you arrive as a cruiser doesn’t have to be difficult. Learn about the apps we used to make the whole process of immigration and customs much easier.  [More] 🎧 Clearing Into the Virgin Islands on Your Own Boat

Holiday Traditions When Living on a Boat

Published on January 10, 2023; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Nica Waters

Perhaps you miss family and friends during holidays on your cruising boat. But you can still have a joy-filled time by making your own traditions. Here are some of our favorites.  [More] Holiday Traditions When Living on a Boat

Tracking Tool to Stay In Touch When On Passage On A Boat

Published on January 3, 2023; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Nica Waters

Cruising today offers many more options for helping friends and family track your travels. Here’s one nifty tool we really love. [More] Tracking Tool to Stay In Touch When On Passage On A Boat

Diesel Management on a “Sailing” Passage

Published on December 27, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Nica Waters

If the wind dies on a passage, you don’t want to be caught short. Here’s how to manage your diesel to make sure you have what you need when you need it. [More] Diesel Management on a “Sailing” Passage

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 15 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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🎧Yes, You Can Make “Lasagna” on a Boat

March 24, 2023 By Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can make lasagne on a boat. And without an oven. Here’s how. [More] 🎧Yes, You Can Make “Lasagna” on a Boat

How to Troubleshoot Boat Electrical Problems

March 22, 2023 By Carolyn Shearlock

Troubleshooting boat electrical problems–it’s a challenge. But following some basic steps will help you find the problem. [More] How to Troubleshoot Boat Electrical Problems

🎧Why We Love the VHF Radio

March 21, 2023 By Nica Waters

A cruiser’s VHF radio provides support, information, and entertainment. Here’s why you should rely on yours too.  [More] 🎧Why We Love the VHF Radio

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