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Endless Breeze 12-Volt Fan

Published on June 21, 2017; last updated on September 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

At anchor or on a mooring, the Endless Breeze box fan provides extra cooling on super-hot days or when working in areas without permanently-mounted fans.

At anchor or on a mooring, the Endless Breeze box fan provides extra cooling on super-hot days or when working in areas without permanently-mounted fans.

Hurricane Prep and Editable Checklist

Published on June 18, 2017; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A hurricane prep checklist for your boat will reduce stress if a storm is headed your way and can help get your hurricane plan approved. FREE download.

🎧Is a Project Boat a Good FIRST Boat?

Published on June 16, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

First-time boat buyers are often seduced by fixer-uppers, aka "project boats." Unfortunately, it takes a considerable amount of experience to evaluate the possibilities and do the work.

First-time boat buyers are often seduced by fixer-uppers, aka “project boats.” Unfortunately, it takes a considerable amount of experience to evaluate the possibilities and do the work.

Better Window Covers

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

Big windows in a boat are wonderful for providing views but can really heat up the inside. Regular shades work most of the year, but better window shades can lower interior temps by 10°. Just 5 minutes and less than $20!

Big windows in a boat are wonderful for providing views but can really heat up the inside. Regular shades work most of the year, but better window shades can lower interior temps by 10°. Just 5 minutes and less than $20!

🎧What Does It Cost to Cruise?

Published on June 9, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to go cruising but wonder if you can really afford it? In this podcast, I discuss a number of factors that will affect the bottom line and talk about some common pitfalls in the budgeting process.

Want to go cruising but wonder if you can really afford it? In this podcast, I discuss a number of factors that will affect the bottom line and talk about some common pitfalls in the budgeting process.

Creating and Leaving a Float Plan

Published on June 5, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A float plan is an important safety item for every boating trip. Learn more, including how to get around the apparent bug in saving the completed form.

A float plan is an important safety item for every boating trip. Learn more, including how to get around the apparent bug in saving the completed form.

🎧Ciguatera Poisoning

Published on June 2, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

You've probably heard not to eat reef fish due to the risk of ciguatera. But how much do you really know about ciguatera? I discovered that a lot of what I thought I knew was wrong!

You’ve probably heard not to eat reef fish due to the risk of ciguatera. But how much do you really know about ciguatera? I discovered that a lot of what I thought I knew was wrong!

ugowear Waterproof Phone Case & Wallet

Published on May 29, 2017; last updated on July 29, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Worried about dropping your phone in the water? Here's a universal waterproof case that will fit any phone and floats so you can find it.

Worried about dropping your phone in the water? Here’s a universal waterproof case that will fit any phone and floats so you can find it.

🎧Cruising the Bahamas

Published on May 26, 2017; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning to cruise the Bahamas? Seven things you need to know and plan for!

Hot Flashes in a Hot Climate

Published on May 22, 2017; last updated on May 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Fifteen coping strategies for hot flashes and lowered heat tolerance that can accompany menopause -- and 3 boat features that will really help.

Fifteen coping strategies for hot flashes and lowered heat tolerance that can accompany menopause — and 3 boat features that will really help.

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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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Stay Safe When Climbing the Mast

September 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Are you safe when climbing the mast? How about those on deck? Here are the tips you need to know.

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🎧Tips to Make Homemade Yogurt on a Boat

September 6, 2025 By Nica Waters

A few tips to make homemade yogurt on a boat. It’s easy with a few ingredients and some basic equipment. And it’s delicious!

When Should You Schedule Boat Upgrades?

September 4, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When should you schedule boat upgrades. And how do you balance what to do right away and what can wait?

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