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🎧Making a Bahamas Checklist

Published on December 22, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Making your checklist for the Bahamas? Here’s a few suggestions from our second trip to get you started.

How Many First Aid Boxes?

Published on December 21, 2023; last updated on December 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dividing first aid items into three boxes makes it easier to find what you need when you need it – see how we do it.

What to Ask Before Hauling Out

Published on December 20, 2023; last updated on December 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know the right questions to ask before hauling out? Here are a few to get you thinking. Picking the right boatyard is important.

🎧The Chaos of the In Between Time

Published on December 19, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

The middle zone between finishing a project and getting organized on board stretch out forever. If you’re feeling frustrated, you’re not alone.

🎧Some Provisioning Options for the BVI

Published on December 15, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Chartering in the BVI this winter? Here are a few provisioning options to consider.

Solar Panels in Winter

Published on December 13, 2023; last updated on February 28, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Solar panels in winter generate less power. It’s not a problem. It’s just the sun position. But spring is coming!

🎧Three Reasons Exercise on a Boat is Hard 

Published on December 12, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Exercising on a cruising boat is more challenging than you could expect. Here’s why.

🎧Should You Buy Spices in Bulk When Cruising?

Published on December 8, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Should you buy spices in bulk when provisioning your cruising boat? Here’s what you need to consider before you decide.

Choosing Boat Rugs

Published on December 6, 2023; last updated on March 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

What makes good boat rugs? How long will they last? Is it worthwhile to pay a little more for better rugs? Here’s my experience and what I consider.

🎧Balancing Power Needs on your Boat

Published on December 5, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Do you have enough amps available for all your wants? Here are some thoughts on balancing your power needs.

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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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🎧Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos – Perfect Boat Pantry Meal

June 28, 2025 By Nica Waters

Sweet potato black bean tacos are a perfect boat meal. They’re versatile and can be made even when your stores are light.

Spend Time on the Water – the Best Prep for Cruising

June 26, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Spend time on the water before you start cruising. It’s better than classes, books. or videos. It can’t be beat.

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🎧Enjoy a Cool Happy Hour Off Your Boat

June 21, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

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