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Hat Light

Published on September 8, 2014; last updated on October 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a hands-free light but just haven’t found a headlamp that you like? Here’s what we use and it works great!

The Marina Book Swap

Published on September 5, 2014; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Book swaps are great to pick up a bunch of new-to-you books. A couple of tips so you don’t pick up a bunch of bugs at the same time!

When You’re Boating, What’s an Overnighter?

Published on August 19, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How you normally use your boat can color what you mean by an "overnighter."

How you normally use your boat can color what you mean by an “overnighter.”

Saying Yes

Published on August 18, 2014; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I've learned to say YES

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I’ve learned to say YES

Inexpensive Solar Powered Deck Lighting for Boats

Published on August 14, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

These solar lights are actually made to use on a boat, with mountings that work on stanchions and rails. Really high quality, too!

These solar lights are actually made to use on a boat, with mountings that work on stanchions and rails. Really high quality, too!

Boating? Make Sure You Have an Eyeglass Repair Kit

Published on August 11, 2014; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you wear glasses or sunglasses, you need to be able to fix them out on the water. Here's a great -- and inexpensive -- kit that's had everything I've ever needed.

Whether you wear glasses or sunglasses, you need to be able to fix them out on the water. Here’s a great — and inexpensive — kit that’s had everything I’ve ever needed.

Protect the Fabric on Your Boat with 303 Fabric Protectant

Published on July 28, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

303 Fabric Guard protects Sunbrella and other fabrics from UV damage -- fading and disintegrating -- and restores water repellency.

303 Fabric Guard protects Sunbrella and other fabrics from UV damage — fading and disintegrating — and restores water repellency.

Protect Your Boat Equipment with 303 Aerospace Protectant

Published on July 25, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The sun takes its toll on so much of our gear. 303 Aerospace Protectant is sunscreen for the times it can't be covered up!

The sun takes its toll on so much of our gear. 303 Aerospace Protectant is sunscreen for the times it can’t be covered up!

A Good Sugar Dispenser for Boaters

Published on July 23, 2014; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The best sugar dispenser

Looking for a sugar dispenser that keeps bugs and humidity out, won’t rust and isn’t made of glass? Look no further!

Hi Viz Clothing for Boaters

Published on July 21, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bright clothing = less chance of being hit while having fun!

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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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