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The New Year – Bringing Your Dream Closer

Published on December 29, 2021; last updated on June 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The New Year is when many of us look forward. If your future includes a cruising dream, here are some ways to make progress toward your goal.

🎧 Provisioning for Coastal Cruising

Published on December 28, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Provisioning along the coast taught me a lot about how to stock the boat successfully

🎧 How to Plan your Boat Fridge Upgrade

Published on December 24, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

To plan your boat refrigerator installation or upgrade you have to understand a few things. Here’s what you need to know to make the best choice. 

Holiday Meals with Limited Cooking Space

Published on December 22, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cooking Christmas dinner is different on a boat. But here’s what you need to consider to make it work for you.

🎧Other People’s Boats

Published on December 21, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Why sailing a big boat affirmed our love of small boats

🎧 Cruising vs Security – a False Choice?

Published on December 17, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

One cruiser admits he finds the prospects scary at times. But here’s why he does it anyway. 

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.

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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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