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How to Calculate Boat Power Requirements

Published on August 21, 2025; last updated on August 20, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

boats at anchor at night - calculate boat power needs

Do you know how to calculate boat power requirements? If not, your batteries may not be able to keep up. Here’s how to do it.

Redundancy in the Galley – Podcast Transcript

Published on August 18, 2025; last updated on August 20, 2025 by Nica Waters

Sailboats in a marina at dawn - redundancy in the galley

Transcript for Podcast: Redundancy in the Galley, the ABC’s – If you follow, you’ll always have meals aboard.

🎧How to Find a Safe Place for your Boat in a Hurricane

Published on August 16, 2025; last updated on August 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Damaged sailboats washed up on shore - find a safe spot to put your boat in a hurricane

Do you know how to find a safe place for your boat in a hurricane? You have to consider more than just wind.

Reasons for Going on a Boat Charter Vacation

Published on August 14, 2025; last updated on August 12, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Planning to charter boat vacation this winter? Wannabe cruisers can get their feet wet. Current cruisers can sail a new setting.

🎧 3 Key Factors for Departure Planning While Cruising

Published on August 9, 2025; last updated on July 28, 2025 by Nica Waters

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What are the key factors for departure planning when cruising? Hint: the time you’ll arrive at your destination is central.

DIY Tips for Connecting Boat Wires

Published on August 7, 2025; last updated on August 6, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Here are my best DIY tips for connecting boat wires, learned over years of doing our boat’s electrical jobs.

🎧How to Find Support While Cruising

Published on August 2, 2025; last updated on July 24, 2025 by Pamela Douglas

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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

Published on July 31, 2025; last updated on July 29, 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.

🎧How to Get a Long Stay Visa for French Polynesia

Published on July 26, 2025; last updated on July 22, 2025 by Nica Waters

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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.

Coast Guard Documentation – Need to Knows

Published on July 24, 2025; last updated on July 22, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is your boat documented by the Coast Guard? Should it be? Here’s what you need to know about documenting your cruising boat.

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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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boats at anchor at night - calculate boat power needs

How to Calculate Boat Power Requirements

August 21, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to calculate boat power requirements? If not, your batteries may not be able to keep up. Here’s how to do it.

Sailboats in a marina at dawn - redundancy in the galley

Redundancy in the Galley – Podcast Transcript

August 18, 2025 By Nica Waters

Transcript for Podcast: Redundancy in the Galley, the ABC’s – If you follow, you’ll always have meals aboard.

Damaged sailboats washed up on shore - find a safe spot to put your boat in a hurricane

🎧How to Find a Safe Place for your Boat in a Hurricane

August 16, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to find a safe place for your boat in a hurricane? You have to consider more than just wind.

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