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Dirt from the Boat Yard
Life in a boat yard can be pretty dirty. Tips for keeping it out of the boat.
Life in the Boat Yard
How to avoid those middle of the night trips down the ladder to the bathroom . . .
Boat Life: How to Unstick Zippers
My old dirty salt encrusted daypack looks new again and ALL the zippers work perfectly!
Galley Design & Choices
Looking for a new (or new-to-you) boat? You use the galley multiple times a day, so think a bit about your preferences.
Easier Dinghy Cleaning
Over the years we’ve learned several “tricks” to make cleaning the dinghy a bit easier. Here’s one from when we were living on a small lake!
Non-Slip Rugs for a Boat
Don’t worry about trying to find a rug you like with a rubber non-slip back, or the right size (and expensive) non-slip mat to put under it. A trip to the fabric store will make any rug non-slip!
Boat Window Covers for Sun
Keep your boat far cooler by putting these boat window covers over the sunniest non-opening windows. Quick and easy DIY project!
No-See-Um Screening for Boats
Bothered by no-see-ums? No-see-um screens will help (although they’ll cut down on ventilation). Here’s where to get the material.
Cork Board Cover Up
A great way to cover up an ugly wall — that doesn’t require a master carpenter!