A daily checklist–it keeps you organized on a boat. And it’s a necessity if you don’t want unhappy surprises.
Washing Dishes in a Quart of Water
Washing dishes can take a lot of water on a boat. But my method helps me wash a day’s dishes in less than a quart of water.
How to Make More Room on Your Boat
Do you need to make more room on your boat? Here’s where to look for items to purge. And what to do with them.
How to Make Electricity When Your Boat is at Anchor
As long as you’re tied up at a marina, you have access to almost unlimited electricity. But how do you get the power you need at anchor? Pros and cons of 3 major ways of making electricity on a cruising boat at anchor.
Dealing with Mold and Mildew on a Boat
Cool nights and tropical days can lead to condensation followed by mold and mildew. What to do? Here’s how we manage it on our boat.
Chafe Gear for Boats
Good chafe gear can be the difference between your boat staying put or going for a ride. Learn what you need to know to protect your lines against chafe.
Why You Need to Prep Before Leaving the Boat
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!
UPS Stores & Amazon Hubs Are Great When You Live on a Boat
How do you ship (or receive) a package when cruising? How about getting paperwork notarized? Or copied? Amazon Hubs and UPS Stores are a cruiser’s friend. Here’s how you might use them when cruising the United States.
What To Do If You Leave Your Boat for More Than a Day
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.
Monitoring Your Boat’s Batteries
What do you need to now about the info your battery monitor is telling you? Here’s the quick guide.