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Great Flashlights for Boat Life

Published on April 5, 2013; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what's in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked!

Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what’s in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked!

14 Simple Steps to Organizing a Boat Galley on a Charter

Published on April 3, 2013; last updated on November 7, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Organize a Charter Boat Galley

Whether you’re chartering or just spending a weekend on the boat, spending a little time organizing your food will pay big benefits when it comes time to cook!

Can You Have A Microwave on the Boat?

Published on April 1, 2013; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three things to consider in deciding whether to put a microwave on your boat . . . and every boat will put different weights on them.

Three things to consider in deciding whether to put a microwave on your boat . . . and every boat will put different weights on them.

How to Make Great Coffee on a Boat: Aeropress Coffee Maker

Published on March 30, 2013; last updated on November 29, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

No electricity needed, no glass and great coffee -- what could be better for mornings on the boat?

No electricity needed, no glass and great coffee — what could be better for mornings on the boat?

More Ways to Make Ice Cubes on a Boat

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

Got a freezer on your boat? But don’t see how you have enough space to fit a whole tray of ice cubes in there along with everything else you want? Here’s what some readers are using!

Box-Mix Corn Bread in the Omnia

Published on March 27, 2013; last updated on October 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

More info on using an Omnia Stove Top Oven to make great baked goods if you don’t have a conventional oven!

Vino2Go — a sippy cup for wine that’s great on a boat

Published on March 23, 2013; last updated on November 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Combining a sippy cup with an unbreakable wine glass, Vino2Go is another great wine glass option for boaters!

Coconut Macaroons

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

Make coconut macaroons with only a few ingredients. They're fun anytime.

Super easy to make with just two ingredients and endless ways to decorate for any holiday — great for anyone and perfect for kids, even toddlers can “help”

Twist Whisk

Published on March 18, 2013; last updated on March 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Like to use a whisk but trying to find a way to store it in a drawer? And what about getting it truly clean when washing by hand -- and not wanting to use 5 gallons of water? This ingenious design solves the problems!

Like to use a whisk but trying to find a way to store it in a drawer? And what about getting it truly clean when washing by hand — and not wanting to use 5 gallons of water? This ingenious design solves the problems!

New to Your Boat and Overwhelmed?

Published on March 15, 2013; last updated on March 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Beginning cruising can be overwhelming — there are so many things to figure out. Where to start in figuring your new life out.

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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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