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🎧Boat Details Document

Published on November 7, 2016; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Who can remember what model of everything they have on the boat? Create a “Boat Details” document and never wonder again!

Who can remember what model of everything they have on the boat? Create a “Boat Details” document and never wonder again!

Galleyware Nesting Pan Set

Published on November 4, 2016; last updated on March 25, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A great nesting pan set -- with numerous options as to number of pans and stainless/non-stick -- at a budget-friendly price!

A great nesting pan set — with numerous options as to number of pans and stainless/non-stick — at a budget-friendly price!

🎧The Need for Checking Instrument Accuracy

Published on October 29, 2016; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

We rely on our instruments for accurate information. But do you know if they REALLY were set up correctly? Ours weren't!

We rely on our instruments for accurate information. But do you know if they REALLY were set up correctly? Ours weren’t!

Homeschool Teacher

Published on October 27, 2016; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thinking of cruising with your kids, but stuck and confused when it comes to the idea of homeschooling? Kate Laird's new book provides practical info to make it work for you and your kids!

Thinking of cruising with your kids, but stuck and confused when it comes to the idea of homeschooling? Kate Laird’s new book provides practical info to make it work for you and your kids!

🎧Choosing a Boat Name

Published on October 22, 2016; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Your new boat needs a name . . . is there anything you should consider? Listen in to a story of living with a less-than-great name for our first boat, and how we chose the name for our second boat!

Your new boat needs a name . . . is there anything you should consider? Listen in to a story of living with a less-than-great name for our first boat, and how we chose the name for our second boat!

Ant Infestation

Published on October 20, 2016; last updated on September 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

This past summer, we had an ant infestation on our boat. Normal sprays and traps didn't make a dent in them. How we finally got rid of them for good.

This past summer, we had an ant infestation on our boat. Normal sprays and traps didn’t make a dent in them. How we finally got rid of them for good.

Easy Storage Drawers

Published on October 18, 2016; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy, lightweight and economical way to organize storage areas on a catamaran

🎧Boat Cooking IS Different

Published on October 16, 2016; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cooking on a boat just isn't quite the same as cooking ashore. Listen in for tips and tricks to easily cope with some of the biggest differences.

Cooking on a boat just isn’t quite the same as cooking ashore. Listen in for tips and tricks to easily cope with some of the biggest differences.

Raymarine Instrument Repair

Published on October 13, 2016; last updated on October 1, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a RayMarine/Raytheon or Autohelm instrument or autopilot repaired? Dan Gerhardt can repair many items that companies say can't be fixed

Need a RayMarine/Raytheon or Autohelm instrument or autopilot repaired? Dan Gerhardt can repair many items that companies say can’t be fixed

🎧Intro to Cooking on a Boat

Published on October 10, 2016; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

You can argue that cooking is cooking, but there are some big differences about cooking on a boat. Tips to make a smooth transition!

You can argue that cooking is cooking, but there are some big differences about cooking on a boat. Tips to make a smooth transition!

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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!

      

Latest Articles & Podcasts

Boats at anchor a sunset - how to quiet noisy halyards

How to Quiet Noisy Halyards

October 30, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Wondering how to quiet noisy halyards? Here are five easy ways to keep sailboat halyards from clanking against the mast.

Hand holding a crimping tool and a wire - Tips for Boat Wiring

🎧Boat Wiring Tips to DIY

October 25, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

With a few tips for boat wiring, you can get good results the first time without much stress. This is what I wish I knew when I started out.

Sailboat at sunset - managing sleep on an overnight passage

Managing Sleep on an Overnight Passage

October 23, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Worried about managing sleep on an overnight passage. Our tips will help. Sleeping well begins long before laying your head down 😴

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