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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.

How to Have a Garden on a Boat

Published on September 27, 2013; last updated on April 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hungry for fresh salad greens on the boat? But know that they won't stay fresh for long? Here's how to grow your own!

Hungry for fresh salad greens on the boat? But know that they won’t stay fresh for long? Here’s how to grow your own!

Safely Using an Alcohol Stove on a Boat

Published on September 25, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got questions about using an alcohol stove (Origo) on a boat? Wondering about finding fuel and filling? Or safety? TBG readers share their experiences.

Instant Read Thermometer Temperatures

Published on September 23, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wonder if your burger is done? Or your steak? How about that loaf of bread? Never guess again -- and never overcook things "just to be safe."

Wonder if your burger is done? Or your steak? How about that loaf of bread? Never guess again — and never overcook things “just to be safe.”

Have a Fire Drill on Your Boat

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

You practice other things on the boat -- docking, MOB, heavy weather tactics -- so why not have a fire drill (or two) and make sure everyone knows what to do? And when to just leave?

You practice other things on the boat — docking, MOB, heavy weather tactics — so why not have a fire drill (or two) and make sure everyone knows what to do? And when to just leave?

Tuxedo Soup

Published on September 20, 2013; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Here’s a delicious soup recipe for those colder seasons on a boat. It’s easy. And one of my favorites.

Buoy – Home at Sea

Published on September 14, 2013; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A touching read-aloud story of the sea for boat kids or visiting grandkids. And the adults will love it, too!

A touching read-aloud story of the sea for boat kids or visiting grandkids. And the adults will love it, too!

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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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