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Cleaning Small Spaces on Boats

Published on September 12, 2011; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

Cruising Without Refrigeration

Published on August 12, 2011; last updated on January 21, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Living without refrigeration is a challenge, but can be done. Detailed how-to’s to help you every step of the way. You really can eat well!

Reduce Trash On A Boat

Published on August 10, 2011; last updated on February 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ten ways to reduce the trash on your boat with the choices you make when buying provisions. Learn how to substantially cut the trash on your boat!

Great Meals When You’re on a Boat in Hot Weather

Published on July 22, 2011; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five great meals for hot weather. These don’t just minimize cooking heat, they’ll actually be cool to eat. Plus five bonus ideas for staying cool!

Cooking in a Moving Kitchen on a Boat

Published on July 15, 2011; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

The very fact that a boat moves makes a galley more injury-prone than a kitchen. Eight tips to prevent injuries!

Meals Without Refrigeration: A Real 4-Day Plan (Plus How to Go Longer)

Published on July 13, 2011; last updated on March 12, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A colorful meal served on a boat, showing that eating well without refrigeration is completely achievable

Real meals, no refrigeration. Here’s the 4-day plan that proves it works.

Tips for Making Block Ice to Use in a Cooler

Published on July 8, 2011; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Block ice for a cooler — how to make it at home without cracking containers or flooding your freezer

Making block ice sounds simple. It isn’t. Here’s what actually works and what I learned the hard way.

Best Provisioning Cooler for Boaters

Published on July 5, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

My provisioning cooler is my secret weapon in getting cold foods home without spoilage, even when it's HOT out!

My provisioning cooler is my secret weapon in getting cold foods home without spoilage, even when it’s HOT out!

7 Tips for a Great Beach BBQ for Boaters

Published on June 29, 2011; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to invite the bay to a party ashore.

How to organize a beach BBQ for boaters and cruisers, along with seven tips to ensure everyone has a great time and the food works without tables or chairs.

How to Store Wine on a Boat

Published on June 24, 2011; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three ways to simply and easily store wine on a boat, with little risk of a broken bottle. Yes, you can have wine bottles aboard!

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