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🎧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.

🎧Sundowner Etiquette

Published on November 23, 2021; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Digging into why you bring your own drinks when invited to someone else’s boat

🎧How to Insulate Your Boat Fridge – the Easy Way

Published on November 19, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can keep food cold in hot climates. And without overworking your batteries. Learn the easy way to add insulation to your boat fridge.

Rats! Keep Them Off Your Boat

Published on November 17, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A rat visitor taught us valuable lessons about how to keep them out in the future. Here’s what you need to know to keep your boat rat free.

🎧Shakedown Success!

Published on November 16, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Testing the systems was a great excuse to go sailing.

🎧How to Use a Baking Stone in Your Boat Oven

Published on November 12, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A baking stone eliminates hot spots in your galley oven, improving your baked goods. Here’s how to get the most from yours.   

Celebrating Holidays on a Boat

Published on November 10, 2021; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you celebrate holidays on a boat? It my not look like what you’re used to.

🎧We LOVE Newport!

Published on November 9, 2021; last updated on March 31, 2025 by Nica Waters

3 reasons we really, really loved Newport. It’s more cruiser-friendly than we’d expected!

🎧How to Deal with Multiplying Problems

Published on November 5, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

One problem can lead to another on a boat. But there’s some simple advice that can help you cope.

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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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🎧Calculating Power Needs for a Cruising Boat

October 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Calculating power needs for a cruising boat is the difference between being comfortable on board and just getting by. Here’s how.

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Hurricane Prep: Reducing Windage

October 9, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Reducing windage is key, when prepping for a hurricane. Especially since you can’t guarantee your boat will stay head to wind. Here’s how.

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🎧The Best Guest Book for Cruisers

October 4, 2025 By Nica Waters

What is the best guest book for cruisers? One that gives guests time and space to write about cherished memories.

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