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

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Do You Need a Rehydration Drink?

Published on January 12, 2019; last updated on May 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Signs that you need to replace electrolytes and the recipe to make your own rehydration drink from common ingredients that you probably have on hand. [More] Do You Need a Rehydration Drink?

Keeping Band-Aids On

Published on January 6, 2019; last updated on January 1, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A simple trick for keeping Band-Aids and other adhesive bandages on, even if you're active and/or sweating!

A simple trick for keeping Band-Aids and other adhesive bandages on, even if you’re active, sweating or swimming! [More] Keeping Band-Aids On

Where to Store the Ditch Bag

Published on November 26, 2018; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Where and how to store your boat’s ditch bag so that you can grab it instantly, plus five tips so it’s ready for an emergency and will serve you well. [More] Where to Store the Ditch Bag

Sunset Traditions

Published on November 1, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sunset is an important time of day for cruisers, and we’ve all developed rituals it seems.  [More] Sunset Traditions

The Mental Aspect of Cruising

Published on October 29, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruising is mentally challenging. There are so many new things to be learning, to be coping with. Seven helpful ways to deal with the stress and make cruising enjoyable. [More] The Mental Aspect of Cruising

Choosing Your Emergency Contact

Published on October 22, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

What to know in choosing your emergency contact for your EPIRB, float plan and medical emergency, including what information to give each one. [More] Choosing Your Emergency Contact

Travel Time

Published on October 1, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Travels by boat are so much more uncertain than travels by land. We think we understand that and allow for it, but any cruiser’s first trip seems to be filled with surprises about just how long it takes. [More] Travel Time

Cruising Stories: Working from a Boat

Published on August 29, 2018; last updated on May 9, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How feasible is it to support yourself by working while you cruise? What does it take to really do it? Elena from Kittiwake tells all! [More] Cruising Stories: Working from a Boat

Cruising Stories: Successful Cruising

Published on August 8, 2018; last updated on May 9, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Jaye Lindner

What is being a success at cruising? Jaye Linder tackles that question as friends have changed their plans and feel somewhat apologetic.

What is being a success at cruising? Jaye Linder tackles that question as friends have changed their plans and feel somewhat apologetic. [More] Cruising Stories: Successful Cruising

Summer in the Keys

Published on June 13, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is it really feasible to spend the summer on a boat in the Keys? My experience (spolier: this is our second summer here).

Is it really feasible to spend the summer on a boat in the Keys? My experience (spolier: this is our second summer here). [More] Summer in the Keys

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 13 years and 12,000 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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10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

January 23, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock/Rick Marcarelli

Looking for a simple, affordable, and comfortable cruising boat? An overview and comparison of 10 of the most popular small catamarans. [More] 10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

January 22, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t waste energy keeping your boat fridge cool. Here’s how to make it more efficient.   [More] Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

Boatcards and Memories

January 19, 2021 By Nica Waters

Packing up the house to sell unearthed a lot of memories from our first cruise. In the form of boat cards. [More] Boatcards and Memories

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