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How Do You Keep Track?

Published on December 15, 2021; last updated on May 14, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you keep track of periodic things–from maintenance to renewing your boat registration? Tech can help.

🎧Fitness Aboard: 3 Tips!

Published on December 14, 2021; last updated on May 17, 2023 by Nica Waters

Sharing some tips about exercising aboard, learned while cruising Calypso!

🎧Keep It From Sliding Around the Boat

Published on December 10, 2021; last updated on October 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

You don’t have to settle for your cell phone or dishes flying. Here’s how to make everything non-slip. 

Coast Guard Documentation – Need to Knows

Published on December 8, 2021; last updated on June 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is your boat documented by the Coast Guard? Should it be? Here’s what you need to know about documenting your cruising boat.

🎧Wrapping Up

Published on December 7, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Trying to remind myself that hauling out isn’t the end of our cruise – it’s just part of it

🎧How to Keep Food in a Cooler

Published on December 3, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can keep food in a cooler for up to a week. Here’s how to do it.  

Arctic Sailing

Published on December 1, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you’re looking for a great sailing adventure video, I have a good one for you!

🎧Annapolis by Water!

Published on November 30, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Finally hitting the boat show on our own boat, and what we learned about Annapolis as a cruiser.

🎧How to Store Drinks in a Boat Fridge

Published on November 26, 2021; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

With a little planning you can keep drinks cold in your boat refrigerator without wasting power. Here’s how.    

A Thankful Cruiser

Published on November 24, 2021; last updated on November 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A trying year needs gratitude

Thanksgiving as a cruiser? Here’s what I’m thankful for.

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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

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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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