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🎧Onboard Office Equipment

Published on August 29, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

With so many things to label on a boat, this is one tool you want to make room for.

🎧A Can Opener That Works

Published on August 25, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have canned goods on your boat, you need a way to open them. Here’s the best can opener I’ve found.

Cleaning Products for a Boat

Published on August 23, 2023; last updated on August 22, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bucket with cleaning tools - cleaning products for a boat

What are the best cleaning products for a boat? Here’s my list of products that are less toxic and that work.

🎧Organizing Fasteners

Published on August 22, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Fasteners on a boat aren’t cheap. Here’s how to organize them so you don’t lose them.

🎧How to Use the Cruiser’s Net

Published on August 18, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

The cruiser’s net is the best way to get help and information in any anchorage. Here’s how to use it.

Choosing the Right Water Filter for Your Boat

Published on August 17, 2023; last updated on August 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need help choosing the right water filter for your boat? Here’s a guide to various types of water filters and what you need to use where.

Old Boat New Problems

Published on August 16, 2023; last updated on November 28, 2023 by John Herlig

Corroded wires and wire nuts

A good old boat that has seen some adventures can still offer surprises in new problems. Here’s one cruiser’s story.

🎧 Boatyard Essentials

Published on August 15, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

If you own a boat, you’re going to have to work on it in the boatyard at some point. But these tools make the work go a little bit easier.

🎧Prepare for Hurricanes – 10 Tips to Help

Published on August 11, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hurricane season is here. These 10 (+) tips will help you prepare your boat.

Safety Briefing for Boat Guests

Published on August 9, 2023; last updated on November 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

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If you have guests on the boat, you’ll want to give a safety briefing. Here’s a reminder of the important info you need to include.

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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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Redundancy in the Galley – Podcast Transcript

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August 16, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to find a safe place for your boat in a hurricane? You have to consider more than just wind.

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Reasons for Going on a Boat Charter Vacation

August 14, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

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