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Preparing to Cruise

Cruising involves so much -- and some skills and mindsets that many of us find a little different than for living on land.

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Voyaging with Kids

Published on July 23, 2015; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers.

Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers.  [More] Voyaging with Kids

Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers.

Establishing Residency at St. Brendan’s Isle

Published on July 11, 2015; last updated on July 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Step-by-step directions for changing your legal address to St. Brendan’s Isle mail service in Green Cove Springs, Florida. [More] Establishing Residency at St. Brendan’s Isle

What About Mail If You Live On A Boat?

Published on June 13, 2015; last updated on August 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Nine strategies for handling mail if you live on a boat. How to decrease the amount of mail you receive and forward the important items. [More] What About Mail If You Live On A Boat?

The Emotional Roller Coaster

Published on June 10, 2015; last updated on August 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Selling it all and moving aboard means ending one phase of our lives while looking forward to another. We’re on an emotional roller coaster! [More] The Emotional Roller Coaster

Organizing to Move Aboard a Boat

Published on June 4, 2015; last updated on August 1, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Staying organized is key when you’re preparing to move aboard a boat. An easy, visual way to get everything to the right place the first time. [More] Organizing to Move Aboard a Boat

Choosing a Broker

Published on May 25, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

You’re going to pay a lot of money to your broker. Make sure you get one that’s going to get your boat or house sold! [More] Choosing a Broker

Saying Yes

Published on August 18, 2014; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I've learned to say YES

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I’ve learned to say YES [More] Saying Yes

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I've learned to say YES

You CAN Take ‘Em With You

Published on July 20, 2012; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want all your family’s favorite recipes at hand on the boat? There’s lots of ways to take them! [More] You CAN Take ‘Em With You

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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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Latest Articles & Podcasts

What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

June 29, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

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. [More] What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

Homemade Granola

June 28, 2022 By Nica Waters

A quick granola recipe that’s fabulous for life afloat.
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Upgrading Your Fridge – What to Consider

June 24, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Planning to upgrade or replace your boat fridge? Here’s what you need to consider to make the best choice.  [More] Upgrading Your Fridge – What to Consider

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