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Radishes without Refrigereration

Published on March 21, 2024; last updated on March 19, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

When provisioning stops are far between, foods that add crunch and flavor and do really well without refrigeration are true treasures. Learn how to store radishes for two to four weeks!

Radishes offer crunch and flavor–a great benefit when cruising with few provisioning stops. Here’s how to best store them onboard.

Working While Cruising

Published on March 20, 2024; last updated on March 19, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Working while cruising is becoming more common, thanks to better internet access. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering it.

🎧Tips for Your Marine Gimbaled Stove

Published on March 15, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A gimbaled stove can take some getting used to. But every sailing cruiser who likes hot meals will rely on theirs. Here are some pro tips on using yours. And knowing when to not use yours.

Cruisers Benefit from Doing New Things . . . Badly

Published on March 14, 2024; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

If being willing to try something new is a basic cruising skill, being willing to stink at things while you're learning them might be just as important.

Doing new things is part of the cruising life. But you’ll handle it much better if you can be comfortable doing new things badly.

The Power of Yes

Published on March 13, 2024; last updated on March 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you make the most of the cruising life? Just say yes. You won’t know what it leads to until you try.

🎧5 People on a 4-Person Boat

Published on March 9, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Where do you put 5 people on a 4 (maybe?) person boat? Here’s how we hosted 5 on our Bristol Channel Cutter.

Three Pairs of Shoes

Published on March 7, 2024; last updated on March 5, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Picking the right boat shoes is an important choice for cruisers. Dave and I each had 3 pairs of shoes on the boat. Here are our choices.

Mold and Mildew

Published on March 6, 2024; last updated on March 24, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dealing with mold and mildew are part of boat life.

Mold and mildew are the bane of every boat owner in hot, humid climates. But these tips will minimize the problem.

🎧How to Keep Track of Your Boat Stores

Published on March 1, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keeping track of your boat stores is crucial–especially if you’re a weekend cruiser. Here’s a handy tool that will help.

Cruising with a Large Dog

Published on February 29, 2024; last updated on June 24, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

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Wondering how to go cruising with a big dog? What can you do to make it easier? Answers here from Pamela Douglas who cruised with Honey, a golden retriever.

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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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Getting Help for a Boat Emergency

July 3, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to get help for a boat emergency. Although your first instinct may be to reach for your phone, it’s not the best idea.

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