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Happy Birthday Cake

Published on August 17, 2011; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A wonderful spice cake, made with oatmeal and a brown sugar-coconut-nut topping. Easy to make by hand — no beater required!

Published on August 15, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Easy, no-refrigeration-required recipe for crab cakes, with variations for lots of other canned or fresh meat . . . and they taste great!

Published on August 12, 2011; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Living without refrigeration is a challenge, but can be done. Detailed how-to’s to help you every step of the way. You really can eat well!

Published on August 10, 2011; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ten ways to reduce the trash on your boat with the choices you make when buying provisions. Learn how to substantially cut the trash on your boat!

Published on August 1, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s the best refillable water bottle? I vote for the Nalgene All-Terrain Bottle, after 12 years of using it. Here’s why.

Published on July 30, 2011; last updated on March 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

The story of Lin & Larry Pardey’s time living ashore while building Taleisin.

Published on July 29, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to clean, prepare and cook shrimp for a quick and easy cool dinner

Published on July 27, 2011; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to prepare your boat for a hurricane — everything from getting forecasts to ground tackle and boat prep to the aftermath.

Published on July 22, 2011; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five great meals for hot weather. These don’t just minimize cooking heat, they’ll actually be cool to eat. Plus five bonus ideas for staying cool!

Published on July 15, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The very fact that a boat moves makes a galley more injury-prone than a kitchen. Eight tips to prevent injuries!