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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:

Moving Onto a Boat

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DEET and Plastics

Published on December 2, 2012; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you use bug spray that contains DEET, be careful where you spray it. DEET will melt many things, including plastics and the screens on boat electronics. [More] DEET and Plastics

Keep Drains Working

Published on October 19, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it's easy!

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it’s easy! [More] Keep Drains Working

A Sure-Footed Dinghy Dog

Published on June 20, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boating with a dog? Give them more confidence in the dinghy with this simple DIY project to give them better footing. Takes five minutes . . . or less!

An inexpensive way to give your dog sure footing for dinghy rides . . . and end those unplanned swims! [More] A Sure-Footed Dinghy Dog

Inverters 101

Published on June 6, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Basic concepts about inverters if you're thinking of putting one on your boat -- types, sizes, loads, pure sine wave vs. modified and more. I've tried to keep it a non-techie starting point!

Basic concepts about inverters if you’re thinking of putting one on your boat — types, sizes, loads, pure sine wave vs. modified and more. I’ve tried to keep it a non-techie starting point! [More] Inverters 101

Breeze Booster

Published on June 1, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don't have a halyard for a "traditional" wind scoop? The Breeze Booster is perfect for motor boats, catamarans and hatches without a nearby halyard!

Don’t have a halyard for a “traditional” wind scoop? The Breeze Booster is perfect for motor boats, catamarans and hatches without a nearby halyard! [More] Breeze Booster

Making Your Mark

Published on May 7, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Instead of trying to remember how everything works and the proper settings, why not just "make your mark?"

Instead of trying to remember how everything works and the proper settings, why not just “make your mark?” [More] Making Your Mark

Protect Electronics from Thunderstorms on a Boat

Published on March 26, 2012; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to protect portable electronics on your boat from lightning strikes. Keep your phone, handheld VHF, laptop and navigation tablet safe! [More] Protect Electronics from Thunderstorms on a Boat

Keep Zippers Working

Published on February 17, 2012; last updated on April 29, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

I used to get so frustrated with stuck zippers on the boat. I finally found a cheap product that eliminated the problem! [More] Keep Zippers Working

Trash Compaction

Published on February 13, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you're living on a boat, you don't have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it!

If you’re living on a boat, you don’t have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it! [More] Trash Compaction

Storing Plastic Grocery Bags

Published on October 31, 2011; last updated on August 24, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tame those bags that are going everywhere — 4 easy and free to cheap ways to keep them under control! [More] Storing Plastic Grocery Bags

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 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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Hauling Out? How to Protect Yourself

May 25, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Hauling your boat out to make repairs? Here’s how to protect yourself from regrets. All it takes is a plan. [More] Hauling Out? How to Protect Yourself

Three Tips for Rafting Up

May 24, 2022 By Nica Waters

Good practices to consider when sharing an anchor  [More] Three Tips for Rafting Up

How to Test Stainless Quality

May 20, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t get stuck with poor quality stainless. Here’s how to know what you’re buying.     [More] How to Test Stainless Quality

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