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2-Burner Stove or 3 for Your Boat?

Published on October 28, 2013; last updated on November 9, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Marine Stoves - 2 burners or 3

Whether you’re looking at a new boat, “new-to-us” or planning a galley refit, know the pros and cons of both.

Overheard at the Boat Show . . .

Published on October 23, 2013; last updated on March 11, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

I overheard variations on one comment about galley layout several times at the boat show. It’s equally true of older boats . . .

How Boxed Wine Can Take Less Space in a Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 21, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to chill a large box of wine — equal to 4 or more bottles — without it taking up all the space in a small refrigerator.

Easy Boat-Friendly Salads

Published on October 19, 2013; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The easiest-ever boat salads that can last up to a week in a cooler or refrigerator, even with the motion of the boat. YUM!

Sweet & Sour Cabbage and Bacon

Published on October 18, 2013; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sounds strange, but this is a great tasting and fairly quick meal. Dave loves it!

Sounds strange, but this is a great tasting and fairly quick meal. Dave loves it!

A Garden on a Boat

Published on October 14, 2013; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to grow plants on a boat

How to have a salad garden on a boat if you’re a liveaboard. What type of container and soil and where to put them at anchor or dock and underway. Fresh greens without refrigeration worries!

Cockpit Lighting on Charter

Published on October 9, 2013; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Going on a charter? These lights are all small to pack but add a lot of ambiance to dining in the cockpit — not to mention safety as you move around after dark on deck!

The Care & Feeding of Sailing Crew

Published on October 3, 2013; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Take advantage of Lin Pardey’s extensive knowledge of offshore voyaging and her collection of tips to make it easier on the crew with her just-released fourth edition.

Season Your Omnia Stove Top Oven

Published on September 30, 2013; last updated on December 28, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to make your Omnia Stove Top Oven almost nonstick? Season it! No, I'm not talking about using spices. Learn how to do it here.

Want to make your Omnia Stove Top Oven almost nonstick? Season it! No, I’m not talking about using spices. Learn how to do it here.

Leap of Faith

Published on September 28, 2013; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dreaming of getting a boat and living on it? Wondering how people who aren't millionaires manage to do it? This book lays it out for you.

Dreaming of getting a boat and living on it? Wondering how people who aren’t millionaires manage to do it? This book lays it out for you.

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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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