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🎧Best Features for Food Storage Bins

Published on November 17, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Before storing food in a locker, it’s bet to put it into a bin first. These are some features they should have.

Easy Way to Clean Teak Boat Decks

Published on November 15, 2023; last updated on November 14, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an easy way to clean teak boat decks? Preferably without scrubbing or damaging your decks? Here’s one reader’s suggestion.

🎧Final Step for Any Project

Published on November 14, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

No boat project is really finished until you do this final step–testing your work.

🎧How to Be Sure the Boat Fridge is Cold Enough

Published on November 10, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is your boat fridge cold enough to be safe? Are you sure? Here’s how to know for certain.

Spring Cleaning in the Galley

Published on November 8, 2023; last updated on November 7, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A thorough spring cleaning of the galley pays off with fewer bugs, rodents and funky smells. And lets you know of potential problem areas.

🎧Sharp Knives for Galley Safety

Published on November 7, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Which is safer on a boat? Sharp knives? Or dull? Here’s what you need to know to stay safe in the galley.

🎧How to Compact Boat Trash

Published on November 3, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you deal with trash on a boat? Well, compacting it is a good start. Here’s how.

Cooking & Living in the Boatyard

Published on November 1, 2023; last updated on October 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Living in the boatyard during projects? You’ll need these tips for cooking and life to stay comfortable. And safe.

🎧Rigging Considerations

Published on October 31, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Need to replace your standing rigging? Here are two questions to ask before contracting with a shop to do the work.

🎧The Role of Water in Provisioning

Published on October 27, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

When making choices for provisioning, don’t forget to think about how much water you’ll need to prepare your meals.

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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 (and Why) to Catch Rainwater from your Boat

May 17, 2025 By Nica Waters

How to catch rainwater from your boat. And why you should, even if you have regular access to water elsewhere.

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Seasickness? What You Need to Know

May 15, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

I’d never really suffered from seasickness until a trip with friends a few years ago. And I learned a few things.

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🎧Galley Strap Dangers. What Boat Owners Need to Know.

May 10, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Galley strap dangers don’t get much attention in boating discussions. Here are a few things to consider before you use them for your boat.

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