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Provisioning Without a Car

Published on February 2, 2026; last updated on April 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Collapsible wagon loaded with groceries and a cooler on a marina dock for boat provisioning

Worried about grocery shopping without a car? Here’s exactly how cruisers handle it — and how to know what’s available before you arrive.

Boat Boarding Steps for a Big Dog

Published on January 29, 2026; last updated on January 27, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Man in bathing suit helping Labrador retriever off a boat using steps

Make your own boarding steps to help your big dog get on and off the boat. Here’s how.

VHF Radio–A Cruiser’s Friend

Published on January 26, 2026; last updated on January 18, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

VHF radio next to a wooden ship's wheel

When cruising, a VHF radio can be your best friend. It helps in an emergency. But it can also can foster community.

How to Get Your Lost Boat Gear Back

Published on January 21, 2026; last updated on February 19, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Just a few minutes of effort will greatly increase the odds of getting your lost stuff back. Here are a few tips, some free.

🎧How to Deal with Sick Crew on the Boat

Published on November 15, 2025; last updated on November 14, 2025 by Nica Waters

Person lying on boat while another stands at the wheel - when a crew members gets sick

Having sick crew on a boat is never fun. The good news is that cruising is generally a healthy lifestyle. But if the worst happens, here’s what to do.

How to Deal with Sick Crew on the Boat – Podcast Transcript

Published on November 10, 2025; last updated on April 30, 2026 by Nica Waters

Person lying on boat while another stands at the wheel - when a crew members gets sick

Transcript podcast for How to Deal with Sick Crew on the Boat.

How to Quiet Noisy Halyards

Published on October 30, 2025; last updated on March 25, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboats at anchor at sunset — how to quiet noisy halyards

That clank-clank-clank at 2am is fixable. Here are four ways to stop halyards from clanking against the mast.

How to Calculate Boat Power Requirements

Published on August 21, 2025; last updated on February 19, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

boats at anchor at night - calculate boat power needs

Do you know how to calculate boat power requirements? If not, your batteries may not be able to keep up. Here’s how to do it.

🎧How (and Why) to Catch Rainwater from your Boat

Published on May 17, 2025; last updated on May 13, 2025 by Nica Waters

bucket on a boat deck catching rainwater

How to catch rainwater from your boat. And why you should, even if you have regular access to water elsewhere.

Traveling on Land When You Live on a Boat

Published on May 2, 2025; last updated on June 24, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

Red car parked at the curb - getting around on land when you live on a boat

Traveling on land when you live on a boat is yet one more thing for cruisers to learn about. Here are your options.

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