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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

Golden retriever on the bow of a sailboat - cruising with a large dog

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.

Easy Passage Meals

Published on February 28, 2024; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning passage meals in advance makes for a happier journey. But one cruisers has a great idea to make it even easier.

🎧The DIYers Dilemma

Published on February 24, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Every DIYer has a dilemma–how do you choose between time, money, and quality?

Cruising & Friends

Published on February 22, 2024; last updated on February 21, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

People in front of flags

Making new friends, leaving friends behind. It can be tough on both ends. Eleven suggestions to make it easier.

Support for Cruisers

Published on February 21, 2024; last updated on February 21, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruising is easier when you have support. Here are a few places to find support for following your dream. And to create your own network.

🎧Benefits of Boxed Milk for Cruisers

Published on February 16, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boxed milk has tremendous benefits for cruisers–especially when you don’t have a fridge. But even if yours isn’t as large as you’d like.

Practicing Cruising Skills

Published on February 15, 2024; last updated on August 25, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Practicing cruising skill is worth starting before you throw off the lines. Here are boat skills you can practice now to help you later.

6 Quick Hacks for Better Boat Life 

Published on February 14, 2024; last updated on December 28, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hoping to enjoy better boat life? Here are 6 quick things that have improved our cruising. Maybe they’ll help you too.

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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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Stay Safe When Climbing the Mast

September 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Are you safe when climbing the mast? How about those on deck? Here are the tips you need to know.

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🎧Tips to Make Homemade Yogurt on a Boat

September 6, 2025 By Nica Waters

A few tips to make homemade yogurt on a boat. It’s easy with a few ingredients and some basic equipment. And it’s delicious!

When Should You Schedule Boat Upgrades?

September 4, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When should you schedule boat upgrades. And how do you balance what to do right away and what can wait?

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