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Ahhh, living the dream! But what's it really like? What do I need to know?

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Provisioning to Cruise Mexico

Published on June 10, 2013; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t be intimidated by the thought of provisioning to cruise Mexico! What you need to know before you depart the United States. [More] Provisioning to Cruise Mexico

Love with a Chance of Drowning

Published on June 3, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The true story of what happens when you go outside your comfort zone. WAY outside.

The true story of what happens when you go outside your comfort zone. WAY outside. [More] Love with a Chance of Drowning

The true story of what happens when you go outside your comfort zone. WAY outside.

Don’t Burn the Dinghy!

Published on May 24, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Your dinghy is your car when you're on the boat. You really don't want to see it go up in flames because of a careless mistake!

Your dinghy is your car when you’re on the boat. You really don’t want to see it go up in flames because of a careless mistake! [More] Don’t Burn the Dinghy!

Your dinghy is your car when you're on the boat. You really don't want to see it go up in flames because of a careless mistake!

14 Simple Steps to Organizing Your Galley on a Charter

Published on April 3, 2013; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you’re chartering or just spending a weekend on the boat, spending a little time organizing your food will pay big benefits when it comes time to cook! [More] 14 Simple Steps to Organizing Your Galley on a Charter

Chartering? Take These!

Published on February 8, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Charter companies always say they provide everything . . . and they do a pretty good job of it. But tucking a couple of extras in your suitcase will ensure you have the galley tools you need. [More] Chartering? Take These!

Potato Masher = Bosun’s Chair??

Published on February 4, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Use your potato masher to retrieve a halyard up the mast instead of the bosun's chair . . .

Use your potato masher to retrieve a halyard up the mast instead of the bosun’s chair . . . [More] Potato Masher = Bosun’s Chair??

Use your potato masher to retrieve a halyard up the mast instead of the bosun's chair . . .

An Alcohol Policy on Your Boat

Published on February 1, 2013; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you have an alcohol policy on your boat? Why you should. Far from “ruining” our cruising, less drinking has improved it! [More] An Alcohol Policy on Your Boat

Charter Meal Planning

Published on January 9, 2013; last updated on February 28, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Chartering is a great way to try out cruising. But bareboat charter meal planning is new for most of us. How to have meals everyone will love! [More] Charter Meal Planning

Burning Trash

Published on January 2, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Many wonderful cruising areas don’t have much in the way of trash service. And so you have to do it yourself. Here are a few tips on responsibly burning what you can. [More] Burning Trash

Water Usage on a Boat

Published on December 19, 2012; last updated on June 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How much water do cruisers typically use? And how do they use it? Here’s what you need to know before you head out on a longer trip! [More] Water Usage on a Boat

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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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How to Use a MOB AIS/DSC Locator

August 19, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

A MOB locator with AIS can make recovering crew overboard much easier. Here’s how it works.  [More] How to Use a MOB AIS/DSC Locator

How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

August 17, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Just how do you gain all the skills you need to be a successful cruiser? Well, it starts with knowing what skills you need to build the most… [More] How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

Simple Exercises to do Onboard

August 16, 2022 By Nica Waters

Hoping to stay fit while living (and cruising on a small boat)? Here are 3 easy exercises to try.  [More] Simple Exercises to do Onboard

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