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Why You Need Flexible Cutting Sheets on Your Boat

Published on November 9, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got a wooden cutting board over the stove or sink? Reduce the risk of cross contamination and keep the wood from turning black with flexible cutting sheets.

Controlling Expenses While Cruising Your Boat

Published on November 7, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Controlling cruising costs involves more than just choosing between two products. The Pardey's new DVD details many of the choices that will affect your budget.

Controlling cruising costs involves more than just choosing between two products. The Pardey’s new DVD details many of the choices that will affect your budget.

How to Provision Your Boat

Published on November 5, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Provisioning your boat? Remember one simple rule to have meals you’ll love eating. I call it the second rule of provisioning.

How to Make Sure You Use the Oldest Supplies First on a Boat

Published on November 2, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When you bring provisions on board, do you just stuff them in anywhere? Learn how to do it to ensure that you'll use the oldest first!

When you bring provisions on board, do you just stuff them in anywhere? Learn how to do it to ensure that you’ll use the oldest first!

Spanish for Cruisers

Published on October 31, 2012; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Headed to Spanish-speaking countries? You need this book -- specialized vocabulary you won't find elsewhere, arranged by cruising situation.

Headed to Spanish-speaking countries? You need this book — specialized vocabulary you won’t find elsewhere, arranged by cruising situation.

Buying and Storing Dried Fruits on a Boat

Published on October 29, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Eleven tips for buying dried fruit at a farmer's market or roadside stand, instead of commercial packages.

Eleven tips for buying dried fruit at a farmer’s market or roadside stand, instead of commercial packages.

The Best Muffin Pans for Use on a Boat

Published on October 26, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

I really like the second silicone muffin pan I bought! Here's what I learned about buying one, along with my recommendation.

I really like the second silicone muffin pan I bought! Here’s what I learned about buying one, along with my recommendation.

Faster Baking on a Boat

Published on October 24, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy way to cut baking times in half or more, using less propane and putting less heat into the boat!

An easy way to cut baking times in half or more, using less propane and putting less heat into the boat!

Bugs in the Flour on Your Boat

Published on October 22, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Here are step-by-step instructions on what to do to get rid of bugs in your flour . . . ignoring them only makes the problem worse!

Opening up a container of flour and discovering bugs is not fun. But you can’t ignore it. Here are step-by-step instructions on what to do to get rid of them.

Keep Drains Working on Your Boat

Published on October 19, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it's easy!

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it’s easy!

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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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