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Nica Waters

🎧More Weather Considerations

Published on December 14, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Weather windows to the Bahamas in November of 2024 were challenging! Here are a few of our considerations for cruising in hurricane season.

🎧Fill ALL the Boat’s Tanks

Published on November 30, 2024; last updated on November 30, 2025 by Nica Waters

Setting off on a passage? beginning a cruise? Don’t forget to fill ALL the tanks before you leave.

🎧Provisioning for a Holiday on Passage

Published on November 16, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Whether Thanksgiving or another holiday, how do you provision if you’re underway on a passage? And still plan a special meal?

🎧The Boat Packing Dilemma

Published on November 2, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

It’s the Boat Packing Dilemma – where to store everything before a cruise. And estimating the time it will take.

🎧Ziplock Love

Published on October 19, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Plastic bags with zipper seals are SO useful on a boat. Here are 3 kinds re we rely on for our boat.

🎧Small Appliances for Boat Galleys

Published on October 5, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Small appliances can be useful in the galley. Are they right for you? And if so, which ones?

🎧Simple Enchilada Sauce 

Published on September 21, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

This easy enchilada sauce recipe is versatile–just the thing for every galley recipe book.

🎧Cruising Meal Planning Made Simple

Published on September 7, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Planning meals for a 2 week cruise? Ask yourself these 4 questions.

🎧Landlubber Questions

Published on August 17, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Cruisers learn to expect questions from landlubbers. Here are a few we received at a recent get-together.

🎧Ode to Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Published on August 10, 2024; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Nica Waters

Elizabeth City, North Carolina is a cruiser’s delight. Here’s why it’s worth a stop.

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Welcome

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!

      

Latest Articles & Podcasts

Sandwich on a bun with tomato and lettuce - lentil sloppy joes

🎧Lentil Sloppy Joes – Perfect for the Boat Galley

December 13, 2025 By Nica Waters

A meat favorite gets a makeover aboard in the form of lentil sloppy joes. Here’s how to make a crowd-pleasing vegetarian version of a classic meat dish, perfect for a boat […]

We all hate when there's a problem and want to fix it as fast as possible. Today's tip, from Georgia Hilton, will cut your troubleshooting time dramatically.

How to Troubleshoot Boat Problems

December 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Wondering how to troubleshoot boat problems? Guest writer, Georgia Hilton, gives some great DIY tips from her work in the Navy.

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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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