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Are Airpots Good on a Boat?

Published on December 11, 2013; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Airpots are incredibly convenient when underway — whether you’re making your way up the ICW or crossing an ocean. Tips on what to consider, why your choices matter and which ones I like.

Organizing Lines on a Sailboat

Published on December 6, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keep your cockpit lines neatly stowed for yourself or for entertaining with this easy DIY solution. No holes in the boat and installation takes less than a minute!

Keep your cockpit lines neatly stowed for yourself or for entertaining with this easy DIY solution. No holes in the boat and installation takes less than a minute!

Soda Can Lids & Straws

Published on December 4, 2013; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

I don’t like bugs in my drinks. Especially not bees. I finally have a solution!

Tower Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards

Published on December 1, 2013; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you want to explore shallow areas, a stand-up paddleboard can’t be beat. And an inflatable SUP will fit on just about any boat!

A Mixing Set to Save Precious Galley Space

Published on November 29, 2013; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Best nesting bowls

Nest together your mixing bowls, strainer, colander AND measuring cups with this set that measures just under 9″ x 9″ x 4-1/2″

Cat Litter on a Boat

Published on November 27, 2013; last updated on October 29, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Less smell, less mess and less to store . . . Tidy Cats Breeze system might be the answer for “cat boats”

Favorite Boat-Friendly Cold Weather Recipes

Published on November 26, 2013; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Twelve favorite cold-weather recipes, guaranteed to warm you and the boat up! Perfect for cool days and many can be made ahead.

How to Keep a Mixing Bowl in Place on a Boat

Published on November 22, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ever wished you had a third hand as you're trying to hold a bowl, get ingredients and steady yourself? This nifty tool eliminates the need to hold the bowl!

Ever wished you had a third hand as you’re trying to hold a bowl, get ingredients and steady yourself? This nifty tool eliminates the need to hold the bowl!

Using a Cooler for a Step on a Boat

Published on November 20, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Use a cooler on your boat? Trying to find a good place for it? Here's an idea I saw at a boat show, which can be modified (and improved!) for other boats.

Use a cooler on your boat? Trying to find a good place for it? Here’s an idea I saw at a boat show, which can be modified (and improved!) for other boats.

Things to Consider When Buying a Boat Stove

Published on November 18, 2013; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

WOW! There’s a lot to consider in choosing a stove for a boat . . . or determining whether the one in a boat you’re considering buying is a good or bad feature!

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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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