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Tips for Selling a Boat

Published on May 27, 2014; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dos and don'ts for taking great boat photos that will get the right people to look at the boat.

Dos and don’ts for taking great boat photos that will get the right people to look at the boat.

Know Your Boat Details

Published on May 26, 2014; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to know the details of your boat? Here’s how to have all the model numbers, sizes, when installed and more available at your fingertips.

Easier Boat Bed Making

Published on May 6, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five seconds can save a bunch of time, a twisted back, frustration and maybe even some cussing in the future.

Five seconds can save a bunch of time, a twisted back, frustration and maybe even some cussing in the future.

Manage Your Boat Trash to Avoid Bugs

Published on March 21, 2014; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want a bug-free boat? Manage your trash so they don't see your boat as an all-you-can-eat buffet!

Want a bug-free boat? Manage your trash so they don’t see your boat as an all-you-can-eat buffet!

Super-Easy Cockpit Light

Published on March 14, 2014; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you want a nice soft light when you’re on a charter, or for an evening on the beach, or even on a camping trip, here’s an easy way to make one in seconds.

A Dog-Friendly Boat

Published on February 15, 2014; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to make a dog comfortable on a boat

Got a boat dog? A few simple things will help them be more sure footed on the boat. Help them feel comfortable and avoid injuries.

Waterproof Pill Carrier for Boaters

Published on January 6, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you need to carry pills or antacids with you, it can be tough to keep them dry when you're surrounded by water.

If you need to carry pills or antacids with you, it can be tough to keep them dry when you’re surrounded by water.

Organizing Lines on a Sailboat

Published on December 6, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keep your cockpit lines neatly stowed for yourself or for entertaining with this easy DIY solution. No holes in the boat and installation takes less than a minute!

Keep your cockpit lines neatly stowed for yourself or for entertaining with this easy DIY solution. No holes in the boat and installation takes less than a minute!

Cat Litter on a Boat

Published on November 27, 2013; last updated on October 29, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Less smell, less mess and less to store . . . Tidy Cats Breeze system might be the answer for “cat boats”

Marine Digest-It: Holding Tank Treatment for Boats

Published on November 8, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Most of us have to deal with holding tanks, and they can be no fun at all. A totally natural product that can take a lot of the "YUCK" out of it:

Most of us have to deal with holding tanks, and they can be no fun at all. A totally natural product that can take a lot of the “YUCK” out of it:

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