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🎧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.

Why You Should Turn Off the Water Pump on Your Boat

Published on October 25, 2023; last updated on October 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Do you keep your freshwater pump on all the time? Here’s why you should turn off the water–for safety’s sake.

🎧The Best Boat Slippers

Published on October 24, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

What’s the most important feature of boat slippers? Here are one cruiser’s thoughts–along with her favorite pairs.

🎧Making Square Cuts in Stainless Tubing

Published on October 20, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you need to make square stainless steel tubing cuts but don’t have a shop, what do you do? Here’s my best tips.

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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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Getting Help for a Boat Emergency

July 3, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to get help for a boat emergency. Although your first instinct may be to reach for your phone, it’s not the best idea.

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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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