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Nica Waters

🎧Why Does Weather Matter

Published on February 12, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

What's the big deal about weather? As a cruiser, it's critical information! Nica's story about an afternoon on the Chesapeake will help you see why.

What’s the big deal about weather? As a cruiser, it’s critical information! Nica’s story about an afternoon on the Chesapeake will help you see why.

🎧Why Work on Physical Fitness

Published on February 5, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

You might find yourself in tight spaces on board. Getting out of those takes strength and perspective. Learn why they're important for cruising!

You might find yourself in tight spaces on board. Getting out of those takes strength and perspective. Learn why they’re important for cruising!

🎧Fiberglass Work Basics

Published on January 29, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

🎧The Ghost of Cruising Holidays Past

Published on January 22, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Trying to make holidays on board exactly like those at home is a recipe for disappointment. Learn what to do instead!

Trying to make holidays on board exactly like those at home is a recipe for disappointment. Learn what to do instead!

🎧Steps to a New Dinghy Plug

Published on January 15, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Replacing a dinghy plug is a great look at boat projects in general. They're not complicated but they can definitely be time-consuming.

Replacing a dinghy plug is a great look at boat projects in general. They’re not complicated but they can definitely be time-consuming.

🎧The Most Important Tool

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

The most important tool on your boat isn't one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools - and which one you should never be without.

The most important tool on your boat isn’t one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools – and which one you should never be without.

🎧Thanksgiving – or, Start Downsizing!

Published on January 1, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating - and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating – and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

🎧5 Reasons We Have Glass On Board

Published on December 25, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

The argument over glass on a boat is legendary. Nica is solidly in the YES camp, and she shares why (it's not just about the wine!)

The argument over glass on a boat is legendary. Nica is solidly in the YES camp, and she shares why (it’s not just about the wine!)

🎧Being Flexible About a Cruising Vacation

Published on December 18, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

A Panama Canal transit on a cruising boat? Sign me up! Learn about the need to stay open about vacation plans.

A Panama Canal transit on a cruising boat? Sign me up! Learn about the need to stay open about vacation plans.

🎧Let’s Talk Meal Planning

Published on December 11, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Meal planning can be important, but not as important as how flexible you can be when thinking about the food. Relax, ask questions, and eat well!

Meal planning can be important, but not as important as how flexible you can be when thinking about the food. Relax, ask questions, and eat well!

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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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🎧What are the Hidden Costs When Buying a Boat?

December 6, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Maybe you’re thinking of stretching your budget to get a larger boat or one with more equipment. But have you counted the hidden costs?

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Buying the Perfect Boat

December 4, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Buying the perfect boat is not only a matter of money or features. It may be about adjusting your expectations to find one that’s best for you.

Man carving a turkey outdoors - celebrating thanksgiving when cruising

🎧Celebrating Thanksgiving While Cruising

November 29, 2025 By Nica Waters

Celebrating Thanksgiving while Cruising can be a challenge. But, even if it doesn’t look like past holidays, it brings its own rewards.

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