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🎧Galley Strap Dangers. What Boat Owners Need to Know.

Published on May 10, 2025; last updated on May 7, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Galley strap dangers don’t get much attention in boating discussions. Here are a few things to consider before you use them for your boat.

🎧Laundry in a Bucket When You Live on a Boat

Published on May 3, 2025; last updated on April 27, 2025 by Nica Waters

Laundry in a bucket? Yep, it doesn’t have to be awful. If you follow these steps and use one handy, and unusual, tool.

🎧Enter the Discomfort Zone (when moving onto a boat and cruising)

Published on March 8, 2025; last updated on March 2, 2025 by Nica Waters

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Moving onto a boat and starting to cruise has a steep learning curve. But Nica and Carolyn have some advice to make it more manageable.

Farewell to Paz

Published on October 28, 2021; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Can a 7-pound ball of fluff leave a legacy? I think so.

Stop Hitch Rattling

Published on May 19, 2015; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Does your trailer hitch rattle in the receiver and just set you on edge? We finally discovered the solution.

Does your trailer hitch rattle in the receiver and just set you on edge? We finally discovered the solution.

Hat Light

Published on September 8, 2014; last updated on October 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a hands-free light but just haven’t found a headlamp that you like? Here’s what we use and it works great!

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Published on June 6, 2014; last updated on January 29, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Gifts that make life aboard just that much better — from pure fun to practical luxuries and more.

Keurig Mini Plus and Desk Pro

Published on December 15, 2013; last updated on March 26, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

I know several boats using a small Keurig coffee maker and liking it. Like all coffee systems, they have their good and bad points . . .

I know several boats using a small Keurig coffee maker and liking it. Like all coffee systems, they have their good and bad points . . .

Soda Can Lids & Straws

Published on December 4, 2013; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

I don’t like bugs in my drinks. Especially not bees. I finally have a solution!

Need Extra Hands When Cooking on a Boat?

Published on December 10, 2012; last updated on May 26, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Have you ever wished for an extra hand to hold bags open? This nifty little gadget costs just $5 and can easily save that much in spilled food cost!

This nifty little gadget gives you an extra set of hands to hold bags open, costs just $5 and can easily save that much in spilled food cost!

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then 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 Find Support While Cruising

August 2, 2025 By Pamela Douglas

Wondering how to find support while cruising? We have some great tips for building your network for both personal and practical support.

Cruiser’s Memory Tool – A Log Book

July 31, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When you revisit a cruising destination, how do you remember the important details of an anchorage or inlet? A log book can help.

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🎧How to Get a Long Stay Visa for French Polynesia

July 26, 2025 By Nica Waters

If you want to stay longer than 90 days, you’ll need a long stay visa for French Polynesia. Here’s everything you need to know to apply.

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