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🎧Nica’s Pacific Passage

Published on April 19, 2025; last updated on April 14, 2025 by Nica Waters

Man eating fish in sailboat cockpit - Pacific Passage Highlights

Pacific Passage Highlights from Calypso’s journey to French Polynesia. Even the simplest things become epic underway.

Start Living on a Boat and Cruising: Baby Steps and Shakedowns

Published on April 17, 2025; last updated on April 22, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Are you wondering how to start living on a boat and cruising? It begins with baby steps and shakedown cruises.

🎧A Vacuum Sealer on Your Boat? Yes or No?

Published on April 12, 2025; last updated on April 6, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

vacuum sealed meat - do you need a vacuum sealer on your boat

Do you need a vacuum sealer on your boat? Here’s what you need to know before choosing for yourself–the pros and the cons.

Troubleshooting Boat Refrigeration – Is it Your Batteries?

Published on April 10, 2025; last updated on April 13, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Temperature gauge with 48.7 showing - troubleshooting boat refrigeration

When troubleshooting boat refrigerations you might want to look at your batteries first. Tips for when your fridge runs but the beer is warm.

🎧 How to Provision for a Long Passage in an Unfamiliar Place

Published on April 5, 2025; last updated on March 30, 2025 by Nica Waters

Silhouette of man repairing sailboat rigging - how to provision for a long passage

Do you know how to provision for a Long passage? How about from an unfamiliar location. Here are my best tips.

12-Volt Fans for a Boat

Published on April 3, 2025; last updated on April 2, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Black fan with exposed blades - best fans for living on a boat in hot weather

What are the 12 volts fans for a boat that move the most air per amp of power? Here are the ones that last and ones that don’t.

🎧How to Keep Pets Safe on your Boat in Storms

Published on March 29, 2025; last updated on March 21, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Do you know how to keep pets safe on your boat in storms? Here are a few tips to be sure your dog or cat is safe in rough seas.

How to Make Coffee on a Boat

Published on March 27, 2025; last updated on March 26, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Coffee in clear mug beside a press - best way to make coffee on a boat

Wondering how to make coffee on a boat? Here are the best options including those with and without electricity.

🎧How to Feed the Crew for a Panama Canal Transit

Published on March 22, 2025; last updated on April 1, 2025 by Nica Waters

Catamaran tied to a small boat - how to feed the crew for a Panama Canal transit

Wondering how to feed the crew for a Panama Canal transit? We have all the tips you need and specifics you won’t find anywhere else.

Prevent a Clogged Head/Toilet on Your Boat

Published on March 20, 2025; last updated on March 19, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

marine head in a boat - preventing a clogged head

A clogged head may require taking the toilet apart to make repairs. But if you follow one simple rule, you may avoid that problem.

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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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Stay Safe When Climbing the Mast

September 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Are you safe when climbing the mast? How about those on deck? Here are the tips you need to know.

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🎧Tips to Make Homemade Yogurt on a Boat

September 6, 2025 By Nica Waters

A few tips to make homemade yogurt on a boat. It’s easy with a few ingredients and some basic equipment. And it’s delicious!

When Should You Schedule Boat Upgrades?

September 4, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When should you schedule boat upgrades. And how do you balance what to do right away and what can wait?

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