Living on a Boat

What is living on a boat really like? How do you handle the everyday things? Could you really do it? All the info you need to make a smooth transition:

Published on August 10, 2022; last updated on August 9, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

What happens when you leave your boat without prepping it first? Here’s what we found when a medical issue had us off the boat for over 2 weeks! [More] Why You Need to Prep Before Leaving the Boat

Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

Published on July 13, 2022; last updated on July 12, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

If someone on your boat develops health problems, are you prepare? Here’s how we’ve made sure medical issues are manageable. [More] Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

Published on June 29, 2022; last updated on June 28, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have to leave your boat, do you have a boat watcher keeping an eye on it? Or are you watching someone else’s boat for them? Here’s what you need to know. [More] What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

Monitoring Your Boat’s Batteries

Published on June 22, 2022; last updated on June 21, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you need to now about the info your battery monitor is telling you? Here’s the quick guide. [More] Monitoring Your Boat’s Batteries

Declutter – For Your Sanity

Published on June 15, 2022; last updated on June 14, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Clutter on your boat can make you crazy. Here are a few tips to make decluttering more manageable. [More] Declutter – For Your Sanity

How to Decorate for the Holidays: Environmentally Friendly & Space Saving

Published on November 27, 2021; last updated on November 23, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock/Amy Alton

Ready to decorate your boat for the holidays? But don’t want to store lots of stuff or discard it afterwards? Here are some great ideas for a festive boat that are affordable and friendly to the environment. [More] How to Decorate for the Holidays: Environmentally Friendly & Space Saving

Celebrating Holidays on a Boat

Published on November 10, 2021; last updated on November 10, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you celebrate holidays on a boat? It my not look like what you’re used to. [More] Celebrating Holidays on a Boat

Get Rid of Single-Use Plastics

Published on October 13, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s important to give up single-use products whenever possible. And it’s gotten easier–thanks to these nifty products. [More] Get Rid of Single-Use Plastics

VHF Radio–A Cruiser’s Friend

Published on October 6, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

When cruising, a VHF radio can be your best friend. It helps in an emergency. But also can foster community. [More] VHF Radio–A Cruiser’s Friend

Managing Surgery When You Live on a Boat

Published on September 22, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

When liveaboards need surgery, there’s a lot to think about. Learn from our experience when Dave got his hip replaced. [More] Managing Surgery When You Live on a Boat

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