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Provisioning, Food Storage & Cooking

Cooking on a boat IS different -- provisioning, food storage, and being on a moving platform all add challenges.

Helpful hints, great products and boat-friendly recipes to make it easy!

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For more help, check out The Boat Galley Cookbook and The Boat Galley Guide to Storing Food without Refrigeration.

Canned Meat Meal Ideas

Published on March 23, 2020; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Canned meats are great in all sorts of recipes, not just as sandwich fillers. 54 ideas for great meals! [More] Canned Meat Meal Ideas

Ciguatera Poisoning

Published on March 1, 2020; last updated on January 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

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How much do you really know about ciguatera poisoning? How prevalent is it? How serious is it? What you need to know before you eat another piece of fish. [More] Ciguatera Poisoning

Living with a Small Refrigerator

Published on February 25, 2020; last updated on December 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Does your boat have a tiny refrigerator? Then you need my best tips for going two weeks or more between grocery trips. It’s easier than you think. [More] Living with a Small Refrigerator

A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Published on March 30, 2019; last updated on August 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Molly Eberhare

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity!

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity! [More] A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Published on June 4, 2018; last updated on August 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an alternative to carrying -- and throwing away -- boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

Looking for an alternative to carrying — and throwing away — boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer! [More] Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Radishes without Refrigereration

Published on May 14, 2018; last updated on August 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

When provisioning stops are far between, foods that add crunch and flavor and do really well without refrigeration are true treasures. Learn how to store radishes for two to four weeks! [More] Radishes without Refrigereration

Sugar-Free Electrolyte Replacement

Published on December 25, 2017; last updated on July 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Concentrated electrolyte replacement without sugar or other sweeteners, flavoring, or color -- plus it does not need refrigeration and has a two-year shelf life. Perfect for boaters!

Concentrated electrolyte replacement without sugar or other sweeteners, flavoring, or color — plus it does not need refrigeration and has a two-year shelf life. Perfect for boaters! [More] Sugar-Free Electrolyte Replacement

Serving Appetizers at a Potluck

Published on December 18, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Two fun ways to serve appetizers at large-group potlucks so that people in line are sure to get some -- and have something to do while standing in line!

Two fun ways to serve appetizers at large-group potlucks so that people in line are sure to get some — and have something to do while standing in line! [More] Serving Appetizers at a Potluck

Oven Baking Unevenly?

Published on November 6, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An oven that bakes unevenly -- say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone -- is SO frustrating. But there's a simple solution that doesn't involve a new oven!

An oven that bakes unevenly — say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone — is SO frustrating. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t involve a new oven! [More] Oven Baking Unevenly?

Lighting a Propane Stove

Published on April 25, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to light a boat or RV propane stove and how the safety mechanisms work. If you're having problems getting yours to light, read this!

How to light a boat or RV propane stove and how the safety mechanisms work. If you’re having problems getting yours to light, read this! [More] Lighting a Propane Stove

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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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The Future of AToNs

March 3, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock/Dave Skolnick

New technology has brought many changes to navigation. Here’s how to make sense of AIS aids to navigation before you get into trouble. [More] The Future of AToNs

Boat Projects at Home, May 2020

March 2, 2021 By Nica Waters

Pandemic-induced isolation was good for new boat projects.  [More] Boat Projects at Home, May 2020

Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

February 26, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock

How to plan a great cruiser party or barbecue—on the beach. It’s fun and easy.  [More] Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

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