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Equipment for Hand Mixing in a Boat Kitchen

Published on November 14, 2024; last updated on November 12, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hand mixing on a boat gets much easier when you have the right tools. Here are a few of my favorites no galley should be without.

🎧Why Your Boat Galley Needs a Silicone Spoon Spatula

Published on November 9, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Every boat galley needs a silicone spoon spatula. It’s useful in so many ways.

Taking Your Boat To The Bahamas: Checklist

Published on November 7, 2024; last updated on November 6, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Checklist of the critical documents and six other items that you need if you intend to take your boat to the Bahamas. Be ready to go!

🎧The Boat Packing Dilemma

Published on November 2, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

It’s the Boat Packing Dilemma – where to store everything before a cruise. And estimating the time it will take.

Dealing With Garbage on a Boat

Published on October 31, 2024; last updated on October 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you deal with garage on a boat? And that means cardboard, food scraps, and cans? My guide to the basics and more detailed tips.

🎧A Boat That’s Easy to Maintain

Published on October 26, 2024; last updated on June 30, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A boat that’s easy to maintain is key when shopping. Look at 3 systems to review for maintenance access when you buy a boat.

The Best Paper Towel Holder for a Boat

Published on October 24, 2024; last updated on October 23, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Shock cording makes the best paper towel holder.

The perfect paper towel holder for a boat, RV or anywhere a breeze can blow in through the window. Cheap, easy and solves paper towels “blowing in the wind.”

🎧Ziplock Love

Published on October 19, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Plastic bags with zipper seals are SO useful on a boat. Here are 3 kinds re we rely on for our boat.

Storing Dry Dog Food on a Boat

Published on October 17, 2024; last updated on October 16, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Storing dry dog food so it doesn’t get moldy or infested with bugs takes a little effort. Here’s what we did on our boat.

🎧Switching to Electronic Flares

Published on October 12, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Flares are vital safety equipment. But traditional flares require some skill to use, shine for a short time, and are difficult to dispose of if yours expire. Luckily, there is […]

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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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Reasons for Going on a Boat Charter Vacation

August 14, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

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

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🎧 3 Key Factors for Departure Planning While Cruising

August 9, 2025 By Nica Waters

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

August 7, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

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

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