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What To Do If There Is a Fire Aboard Your Boat

Published on July 18, 2024; last updated on November 12, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Have you ever thought of what you’d do if you had a fire on your boat? What’s the first thing you’d do?

Cruising with Temperature-Sensitive Medication

Published on July 17, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Cruising with temperature-sensitive medication takes some effort. But I’m proof that you can do it. Here’s how.

🎧Cat Island, Bahamas

Published on July 13, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Not all Bahamas Cruisers get to Cat Island. Here are 3 things we loved about it on our recent visit.

How to Hang Up Decorations on a Boat

Published on July 11, 2024; last updated on November 12, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Looking to hang up decorations on a boat? Or do you need a hook for towels, pot holders or a dish rag? Here’s my favorite non-damaging option.

Weather Rules when Cruising

Published on July 10, 2024; last updated on July 8, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Weather rules when making cruising choices. But what does that mean? Here’s what you need to consider about weather.

🎧 Storing Wine on a Boat

Published on July 6, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A glass of wine is a great accompaniment to a sunset seen from your cruising boat. But wine is tough to store. Unless you follow these tips. Links: Storing Glass […]

Tick Removal When Boating in Remote Places

Published on July 4, 2024; last updated on July 3, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s your favorite tick removal tool? We think this little tool is by far the easiest and safest way to get rid of it!

How to Stay in Touch While Cruising

Published on July 3, 2024; last updated on July 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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How do you stay in touch while cruising? Luckily, there are many options, no matter your style of checking in.

🎧Prepping to Store the Boat

Published on June 29, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Prepping a boat for storage in the yard takes some thought. Here are 3 categories to consider.

Thermos Cooking

Published on June 27, 2024; last updated on November 29, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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11 keys for successful Thermos cooking plus 2 Thermos recipes – how to save energy and keep heat out of the kitchen

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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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Getting Help for a Boat Emergency

July 3, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to get help for a boat emergency. Although your first instinct may be to reach for your phone, it’s not the best idea.

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🎧Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos – Perfect Boat Pantry Meal

June 28, 2025 By Nica Waters

Sweet potato black bean tacos are a perfect boat meal. They’re versatile and can be made even when your stores are light.

Spend Time on the Water – the Best Prep for Cruising

June 26, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Spend time on the water before you start cruising. It’s better than classes, books. or videos. It can’t be beat.

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