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🎧Independent or Oblivious?

Published on June 23, 2020; last updated on October 31, 2023 by Nica Waters

Cruising appears to be a totally independent lifestyle. It’s not.

Published on June 20, 2020; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three Bean Salad is a perfect vegetable dish for a boat. The acid gives it a fresh taste. And it doesn’t need refrigeration.

Published on June 16, 2020; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Going shopping once every 6 weeks is a bit like stocking up for a passage.

Published on June 13, 2020; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Liz & Risto Lappala

You can grow fresh greens and herbs on a boat — even offshore. Here are four real setups that actually work.

Published on June 9, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Simple hacks to help ensure you get the best deals you can on EBay.

Published on June 2, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

With a little imagination, the right weights for your workout are just a cabinet-open away.

Published on June 1, 2020; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to prepare your boat for a hurricane, with ten things you absolutely must do and why. Give your boat a fighting chance!

Published on May 26, 2020; last updated on May 17, 2023 by Nica Waters

You see a simple can; I see a cookbook of possibilities. Learn some of my favorite ways to use canned tomatoes.

Published on May 19, 2020; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Finding commercial options sometimes isn’t possible. Learn how we managed a very doable DIY finish for our refit!

Published on May 17, 2020; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A dinghy drift or raft-up is a floating party — generally for happy hour and a gorgeous sunset, shared with friends. How to make it happen!