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Drew’s Jambalaya

Published on February 22, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for a a great one-pot make-ahead-and-reheat meal? Whether for a weekend on the boat, heading out on a passage, or a hearty meal on a cool day, jambalaya is great. Add some friends, music and cold beer and you've got a party!!

Looking for a a great one-pot make-ahead-and-reheat meal? Whether for a weekend on the boat, heading out on a passage, or a hearty meal on a cool day, jambalaya is great. Add some friends, music and cold beer and you’ve got a party!!

Engel Portable Freezer – Refrigerator for Boats

Published on February 15, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t have a refrigerator? freezer? or want more space in yours? The Engle line of portable refrigerator/freezers and drop-in units might be the answer — super-easy to install and very energy efficient!

Trash Compaction for Boaters

Published on February 13, 2012; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you're living on a boat, you don't have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it!

If you’re living on a boat, you don’t have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it!

Boat In-Sink Dish Drainer

Published on February 10, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer -- great if you're doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can't fall to the floor!

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer — great if you’re doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can’t fall to the floor!

Great Powdered Milk

Published on February 8, 2012; last updated on March 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Save space and weight aboard with powdered milk for your baking and cooking — if you know where to get the good stuff, you’ll be surprised at how good it is!

Build a Can Pantry for Your Boat

Published on February 6, 2012; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got a shallow little compartment that's not used for much? Build a can pantry that's easy to access and easy to see immediately what you have!

Got a shallow little compartment that’s not used for much? Build a can pantry that’s easy to access and easy to see immediately what you have!

Cleanability of Boat Gear

Published on February 3, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Considering how easy something is to clean before you buy it can save hours of labor -- not to mention lots of water -- later. I violated my own rule and paid for it!

Considering how easy something is to clean before you buy it can save hours of labor — not to mention lots of water — later. I violated my own rule and paid for it!

Mexican Layered Dip

Published on February 1, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for a "special" appetizer with lots of variations? Mexican Layered Dip is great when appetizers will stand in for a meal!

Looking for a “special” appetizer? Mexican Layered Dip is great when appetizers will stand in for a meal, such as an extended happy hour or while watching a sports event!

Barbecue Sauce

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

Can’t get BBQ sauce where you are? Or out? It’s easy to make your own!

Wind Scoops for Sailboats

Published on January 23, 2012; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A 4-way wind scoop will funnel even the tiniest bit of breeze down into your boat, whether you’re head to wind or not due to current or at a dock.

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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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