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🎧Best Fans for Living on a Boat in Hot Weather

Published on March 15, 2025; last updated on March 7, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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

The best fans for living on a boat in hot weather move more air using fewer amps. Plus they’re easy to clean. Read more.

The Best Food Storage Containers for your Boat Galley

Published on March 13, 2025; last updated on March 12, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

What are the best food storage containers for your boat? These are the must haves and other considerations plus what I recommend.

🎧Enter the Discomfort Zone (when moving onto a boat and cruising)

Published on March 8, 2025; last updated on March 2, 2025 by Nica Waters

Three women smiling

Moving onto a boat and starting to cruise has a steep learning curve. But Nica and Carolyn have some advice to make it more manageable.

Tips for Hand Washing Dishes on a Boat

Published on March 6, 2025; last updated on March 5, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hands rinsing dishes in a sink - hand washing dishes on a boat

Hand washing dishes on a boat is a bit different from doing it on land. Here are the tips beginners will want to know.

🎧The Great Mini Pot You Need for Your Boat

Published on March 1, 2025; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Mini pot with red handles and vegetables sitting on a cutting board - the mini pot you need for your boat

Kuhn-Rikon makes a great mini pot you need for your boat. It’s great design and many uses will have you relying on it every day. I do.

How to Prep a Boat Bottom for Switch to Hard Paint

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

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Wondering how to prep a boat bottom to make the switch from ablative to hard paint? Here’s our experience and some DIY tips.

🎧 Transiting the Panama Canal on a Small Boat

Published on February 22, 2025; last updated on February 16, 2025 by Nica Waters

Smiling people on a boat in the Panama canal - transiting the Panama Canal in a small sailboat

Transiting the Panama Canal on a small boat takes planning, paperwork, and money. Learn the specifics from one cruisers who did it on her sailboat.

Two Things to Store in the Boat Refrigerator

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

Wasabi in a bowl with pickled ginger - two things to store in the boat refrigerator

What are two things to store in the boat refrigerator every time? You might be surprised. And if you don’t, you’ll regret it.

🎧Best Waterproof Tablet Case for a Boat

Published on February 15, 2025; last updated on July 29, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Best Waterproof Tablet Case for a Boat with navigations software.

What is the best waterproof tablet case for a boat? I’ve been using the ugo case for years. Here’s why I love it.

How to Store Spices on a Boat

Published on February 13, 2025; last updated on February 12, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

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How to store spices on a boat? If you do it right, they’ll keep the flavor better even in the heat and humidity.

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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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