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Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Published on January 8, 2026; last updated on January 8, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A bilge alarm tells you immediately if you have a problem.It may even save your boat. Read more to learn from our experience.

Getting Ready to Start Cruising and Feeling Overwhelmed?

Published on January 1, 2026; last updated on January 7, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Couple staring at sailboat masts in marina - preparing to cruise and overwhelmed

Are you getting ready to start cruising and feeling overwhelmed? It happens to all of us. Here are tips to make it easier.

🎧Hunting for Glass Fishing Floats

Published on December 27, 2025; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Nica Waters

glass float in net - hunting for glass fishing bloats

Seashells are lovely but searching for glass fishing floats is far more challenging and a thrilling hobby for cruisers.

Dealing with Unpredictable Boat Travel Times – Lessons for Cruisers

Published on December 25, 2025; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

heeling sailboat from the cockpit - unpredictable boat travel time

Dealing with unpredictable boat travel time is one of the biggest challenges for new cruisers. Here’s one first-timer’s story for you to learn from.

🎧Catamaran or Monohull for Cruising – Which is Better?

Published on December 20, 2025; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

boats in an anchorage - catamaran or monohull for cruising?

Catamaran or monohull for cruising? Wondering which is better? Here are some benefits and tradeoffs from someone who has cruised on both.

Stop Rattling Windows

Published on December 18, 2025; last updated on December 17, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat window - rattling boat windows

Got rattling windows on your boat? You NEED these little gizmos! Not expensive, quick and easy to install.

🎧Lentil Sloppy Joes – Perfect for the Boat Galley

Published on December 13, 2025; last updated on December 6, 2025 by Nica Waters

Sandwich on a bun with tomato and lettuce - lentil sloppy joes

A meat favorite gets a makeover aboard in the form of lentil sloppy joes. Here’s how to make a crowd-pleasing vegetarian version of a classic meat dish, perfect for a boat galley!  Summary  Although the crew of Calypso isn’t vegetarian, with limited cold storage, we eat like we are. And beans are a great meat substitute. […]

How to Troubleshoot Boat Problems

Published on December 11, 2025; last updated on January 1, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

We all hate when there's a problem and want to fix it as fast as possible. Today's tip, from Georgia Hilton, will cut your troubleshooting time dramatically.

Wondering how to troubleshoot boat problems? Guest writer, Georgia Hilton, gives some great DIY tips from her work in the Navy.

🎧What are the Hidden Costs When Buying a Boat?

Published on December 6, 2025; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboats in a marina - what are the hidden costs of buying a boat

Maybe you’re thinking of stretching your budget to get a larger boat or one with more equipment. But have you counted the hidden costs?

Buying the Perfect Boat

Published on December 4, 2025; last updated on January 3, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

boats in an anchorage - buying the perfect boat

Buying the perfect boat is not only a matter of money or features. It may be about adjusting your expectations to find one that’s best for you.

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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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Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

January 8, 2026

A bilge alarm tells you immediately if you have a problem.It may even save your boat. Read more to learn from our experience.

Couple staring at sailboat masts in marina - preparing to cruise and overwhelmed

Getting Ready to Start Cruising and Feeling Overwhelmed?

January 1, 2026

Are you getting ready to start cruising and feeling overwhelmed? It happens to all of us. Here are tips to make it easier.

glass float in net - hunting for glass fishing bloats

🎧Hunting for Glass Fishing Floats

December 27, 2025

Seashells are lovely but searching for glass fishing floats is far more challenging and a thrilling hobby for cruisers.

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