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Nica Waters

🎧Favorite Recipes for Cooking Aboard a Boat

Published on October 25, 2022; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

It’s smart to have some “galley go-tos” when cruising. Here are my favorite recipes!

🎧Making the Most Out of Any Boat Show

Published on October 18, 2022; last updated on April 26, 2024 by Nica Waters

Planning a trip to a boat show? Here’s how to make the most of your experience.

🎧 Makeshift Router Table for Working on a Boat

Published on October 11, 2022; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

A router table is a luxury when you have limited space. But sometimes you need one for boat work. Here’s how we made our own.

🎧Moving Air Inside Your Boat

Published on September 27, 2022; last updated on March 31, 2026 by Nica Waters

Want to be comfortable onboard? Ventilation is key! Here’s how to improve yours.

🎧Peanut Sesame Noodles

Published on September 20, 2022; last updated on October 24, 2025 by Nica Waters

Need to make a quick meal or want a tasty way to dress up fresh veggies? This easy peanut sauce might be just the thing.

🎧G-10 Backing Material for Boat Projects

Published on September 13, 2022; last updated on April 28, 2025 by Nica Waters

When installing deck hardware, you need to spread out the load for the most strength. Learn what product we used to keep our deck hardware strong.

🎧New Dinghy!

Published on August 30, 2022; last updated on February 27, 2024 by Nica Waters

For cruisers, your dinghy is your car. Choosing the right one is important. Here’s how we decided on ours.

🎧Showers on a Boat

Published on August 23, 2022; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Can you take a shower on board without pressure water? Sure. Here’s how.

🎧Simple Exercises to do On a Boat

Published on August 16, 2022; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Hoping to stay fit while living (and cruising on a small boat)? Here are 3 easy exercises to try.

🎧 Sources for Boat Parts

Published on August 9, 2022; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Shopping for boat gear and parts? You may have more options than you think. Here are some great locations you should try.

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then 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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