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Favorite Spices for Boat Life

Published on September 14, 2011; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thirteen favorite spices — and four liquids — make my essential list when space is limited on a boat or other tiny kitchen.

Cleaning Small Spaces on Boats

Published on September 12, 2011; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

Pork Chops in Cider

Published on September 7, 2011; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you are looking for a great main dish recipe for a pressure cooker or a skillet, these pork chops are fantastic -- always moist and incredibly easy!

Whether you are looking for a great main dish recipe for a pressure cooker or a skillet, these pork chops are fantastic — always moist and incredibly easy!

Mexican Chicken Casserole

Published on August 28, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Easy and delicious Mexican-inspired chicken casserole, using canned chicken . . . lots of variations for whatever ingredients you have, and a stovetop version.

Easy and delicious Mexican-inspired chicken casserole, using canned chicken . . . lots of variations for whatever ingredients you have, and a stovetop version.

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!

Crab Cakes Recipe

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!

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

Cruising Without Refrigeration

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!

Reduce Trash On A Boat

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!

Water Bottles for Boat Life

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.

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

Bull Canyon — Great Book!

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.

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

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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 Prepare the Galley to Leave the Boat

May 8, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Avoid a major “critter” infestation by thoroughly preparing the galley before you leave the boat. It’s not just a matter of getting rid of food.

🎧Laundry in a Bucket When You Live on a Boat

May 3, 2025 By Nica Waters

Laundry in a bucket? Yep, it doesn’t have to be awful. If you follow these steps and use one handy, and unusual, tool.

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Traveling on Land When You Live on a Boat

May 2, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

Traveling on land when you live on a boat is yet one more thing for cruisers to learn about. Here are your options.

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