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🎧How to Protect Your Phone on the Boat

Published on September 15, 2023; last updated on July 29, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

ugoWear waterproof case

Your phone is a necessity onboard. But it only works as long as it stays dry. Here’s why I love the ugoWear waterproof phone case.

Road ID: ID for Boaters Too

Published on September 14, 2023; last updated on September 11, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

ID Bracelet - Road ID

If you were sick or injured while ashore, could you share the info first responders need to help you. Road ID can help.

The Choice of Happiness

Published on September 13, 2023; last updated on September 11, 2023 by John Herlig

An extended stay in West Palm Beach reminds one that adversity can contribute to happiness. You just need to make a choice.

🎧Office Equipment on the Boat

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

Links: Calypso’s Onboard Printer (Amazon) Waterproof Container (Amazon) Sailing Totem  Annapolis Sailboat Show    Cruisers University   Salty Dawg Sailing Association   Nica email  Carolyn email  Prefer to read? Check out Onboard Office Equipment.

🎧Keeping Your Catch Fresh

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

You had a great day fishing. Or found a good deal on the dock. But now you have more seafood than you can eat. How do you store it in your boat fridge so it lasts?

8 Quick Tips for Hurricane Season

Published on September 6, 2023; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

hurricane - quick tips for hurricane season

Remember these quick tips for hurricane season. They might save your boat–or your life. All you have to do is follow them.

🎧Getting Your MMSI Number for the Radio

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

VHF Radio

When you buy a new VHF you’ll need your MMSI number to set it up. What is it? And how do you get yours?

🎧How to Make an Insurance Hurricane Plan

Published on September 1, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to make a hurricane plan for your insurer? Here’s what it should include.

Food Safety for Boaters 101

Published on August 31, 2023; last updated on August 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

green plate with raw chicken breasts - food safety

Food poisoning is never good, but it’s worse when you’re away from medical care. Learn the basics of food safety for cruisers.

Hot Weather Tips – The Water Jug and More

Published on August 30, 2023; last updated on August 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yellow water jug - hot weather tips

Here’s a hot weather tip for cruisers in the heat with no air conditioning. It comes down to access to cold drinks.

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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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