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🎧Stargazing Aboard

Published on November 10, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

One of the big privileges of cruising even a few miles away from city lights is viewing the night sky. WOW! Tips for even more enjoyable stargazing --

One of the big privileges of cruising even a few miles away from city lights is viewing the night sky. WOW! Tips for even more enjoyable stargazing —

Oven Baking Unevenly?

Published on November 6, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An oven that bakes unevenly -- say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone -- is SO frustrating. But there's a simple solution that doesn't involve a new oven!

An oven that bakes unevenly — say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone — is SO frustrating. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t involve a new oven!

🎧Communications Apps for Cruisers

Published on November 3, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well!

How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well!

Not-So-Easy Boat Maintenance

Published on November 1, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

We all know that certain engine checks and maintenance are recommended at certain times. And we do most of them. Except those couple that are really difficult. Watch out — those can bite you in the butt!

🎧Cruising with a Dog

Published on October 27, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sure, you've seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?

Sure, you’ve seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?

How to Quiet Clanking Halyards

Published on October 25, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five easy ways to keep sailboat halyards from clanking against the mast. Silence them on your boat for a better night’s sleep!

Faking It

Published on October 23, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you fight nerves when doing something a little scary? Me? I just fake it . . .

How do you fight nerves when doing something a little scary? Me? I just fake it . . .

Hurricane Prep: Your Lines

Published on October 19, 2017; last updated on December 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

es are what will keep your boat in place during a hurricane, whether at a dock, on anchor or a mooring. How to choose the best ones for the job.

Going to a Boat Show

Published on October 16, 2017; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thinking of going to a boat show and want to make the most of your time there without being overwhelmed? My tips for a fun and productive time!

🎧 Weird Wiring Colors

Published on October 14, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you do when a prior owner of your boat has used "unconventional" wire colors? Here's our solution that doesn't involve re-wiring the boat.

What do you do when a prior owner of your boat has used “unconventional” wire colors? Here’s our solution that doesn’t involve re-wiring the 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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