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Is a Galley Strap a Good Idea in a Boat Galley?

Published on March 9, 2013; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Properly designed galley straps can keep a cook from being tossed across the boat in rough conditions. But poorly designed ones leave the cook exposed to burns!

One Sink or Two for a Boat Galley?

Published on March 8, 2013; last updated on February 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are double sinks best on a boat? Is there really an advantage?

Making Do in the Galley

Published on March 6, 2013; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Making do is a way of life in a boat galley. You can usually find gear that you already have that will do what you need. See some of my substitutions.

Problems with Baking Powder on a Boat

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

These little cans of Rumford Reduced Sodium Baking Power are great for use on a boat. Learn how they’re different from other brands for cooking on a boat.

Improve the Storage Space on Your Boat

Published on February 27, 2013; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got an under-utilized hanging locker that’s just not organized? Here’s how we improved ours!

How Much Food For a Sailing Trip

Published on February 25, 2013; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to figure out how much food you need for a sailing trip of any length. A simple system to determine what’s right for YOU not some “average person.”

Cooler/Carrier for White Wine

Published on February 22, 2013; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy way to keep your boxed wine chilled without taking the cardboard box aboard your boat — great in the cockpit, at a beach barbecue or for a potluck!

Spaghetti Scrubber

Published on February 16, 2013; last updated on September 29, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

A pan scrubber that doesn’t get stinky and food rinses right out of!

Best Storage Containers to Use on Boats

Published on February 11, 2013; last updated on April 21, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Another good choice for plastic storage containers, particularly if you’re not crossing oceans and don’t need the added protection that locking lids give.

Chartering a Boat? Take These!

Published on February 8, 2013; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Charter companies always say they provide everything . . . and they do a pretty good job of it. But tucking a couple of extras in your suitcase will ensure you have the galley tools you need.

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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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🎧Galley Strap Dangers. What Boat Owners Need to Know.

May 10, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Galley strap dangers don’t get much attention in boating discussions. Here are a few things to consider before you use them for your boat.

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How to Prepare the Galley to Leave the Boat

May 8, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Avoid a major “critter” infestation by thoroughly preparing the galley before you leave the boat. It’s not just a matter of getting rid of food.

🎧Laundry in a Bucket When You Live on a Boat

May 3, 2025 By Nica Waters

Laundry in a bucket? Yep, it doesn’t have to be awful. If you follow these steps and use one handy, and unusual, tool.

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