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🎧The Rabbit Hole of Projects

Published on March 29, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Boat projects are never simple. One step leads to another repair. Here’s one cruiser’s tale.

Where Are the Wood Plugs?

Published on March 28, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Seconds count in an emergency. Are you really ready? Can you lay your hands on everything IMMEDIATELY?

Where are the wood plugs if you have an emergency hull breach? Ask yourself the question before you need them.

No – A Cruiser’s Power Word

Published on March 27, 2024; last updated on March 26, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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No may be as important to say as yes when you’re cruising. Here’s an important of good times for cruisers to say no.

🎧Fool-Proof Tips for Bread Baking Onboard

Published on March 23, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can have fresh bread while cruising. Here are our best tips for baking a loaf onboard.

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.

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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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🎧Calculating Power Needs for a Cruising Boat

October 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Calculating power needs for a cruising boat is the difference between being comfortable on board and just getting by. Here’s how.

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Hurricane Prep: Reducing Windage

October 9, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Reducing windage is key, when prepping for a hurricane. Especially since you can’t guarantee your boat will stay head to wind. Here’s how.

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🎧The Best Guest Book for Cruisers

October 4, 2025 By Nica Waters

What is the best guest book for cruisers? One that gives guests time and space to write about cherished memories.

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