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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 December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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!

Galley Features to Look For When Buying a Boat

Published on October 17, 2012; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three basic features to look for in any galley, regardless of size or where you\'ll be cruising.

Buying a boat? Three basic features to look for in any galley, regardless of size or where you’ll be cruising. Don’t get these essentials wrong!

Boat Problems Don’t Cure Themselves

Published on October 8, 2012; last updated on January 3, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Problems on a boat don’t cure themselves. Left to their own devices, they get worse. Sometimes a lot worse. Our strategy for cutting down on the work.

First Aid Tips for Cooking on a Boat

Published on October 1, 2012; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four quick first aid tips for cuts — that usually aren’t taught in any First Aid class!

Where to Buy The Boat Galley Cookbook

Published on September 20, 2012; last updated on January 7, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Buy The Boat Galley Cookbook almost anywhere in the world, in print and popular eformats

A Great Fillet Knife for Boaters

Published on September 14, 2012; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The best fillet knife for fishing

The Rapala is the best fillet knife I’ve ever used. Whether filleting fish, boning a chicken breast or turning a tenderloin into steaks, it’s great!

Burn Protection in Your Boat’s Galley

Published on September 12, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you tend to just wear a swim suit when cooking on your boat, here’s an easy way to prevent all those annoying little spatter burns!

Pets and Storms on Your Boat

Published on August 25, 2012; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Pets and storms on your boat can be a bad mix. Here are my best tips to be sure that you and your dogs and cats are all comfortable and safe.

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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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