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Boat Rail-Mounted Drink Holders

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

Keeping drinks nearby but without spilling is always tricky on a boat. These drink holders work well for cans, bottles or even coffee mugs!

Silicone Pan Lids – Quiet on a Boat

Published on January 16, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Missing a pan lid or just want ones that don’t clank? Silicone lids are the answer!

Make Your Own Taco Seasoning

Published on January 13, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Make your own taco seasoning: you control how spicy or mild it is, naturally low sodium and much cheaper than buying packets. And I prefer the flavor!

Make your own taco seasoning: you control how spicy or mild it is, naturally low sodium and much cheaper than buying packets. And I prefer the flavor!

How to Bone a Chicken Breast (Video)

Published on January 9, 2012; last updated on July 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts take up less space in the refrigerator. If you can’t buy them, it’s easy to bone your own with this step by step video.

Knife Storage on a Boat

Published on January 6, 2012; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

knife storage on a boat

Knife storage on a boat is really about two things: keeping yourself safe and keeping the knife safe. Here are some ideas on what does — and doesn’t — work.

Grilled Garlic Bread

Published on January 4, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Here’s a quick and easy way to make just a few slices of garlic bread — also great if you don’t have an oven.

Quick Biscuits

Published on January 2, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Drop biscuits are faster to make and less messy to clean up than rolled biscuits -- and they taste great!

Want biscuits in a hurry but don’t have any Bisquick? Try these quick and easy drop biscuits — less than 5 minutes to mix up!

Spinach & Tomatoes

Published on December 30, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Who knew canned spinach could actually taste good? It does, with this recipe!

Who knew canned spinach could actually taste good? It does, with this recipe!

Turtle Brownies

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

A wonderful treat for a special occasion — with a variation in case you can’t get a German Chocolate cake mix.

My Favorite Boat Galley Gear

Published on December 28, 2011; last updated on April 26, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five items I didn't think too much about before moving aboard -- but that turned out to be treasures!

Five items I didn’t think too much about before moving aboard — but that turned out to be treasures!

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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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How to Anchor for a Storm

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