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🎧Steps to a New Dinghy Plug

Published on January 15, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Replacing a dinghy plug is a great look at boat projects in general. They're not complicated but they can definitely be time-consuming.

Replacing a dinghy plug is a great look at boat projects in general. They’re not complicated but they can definitely be time-consuming.

Abandoning Ship

Published on January 14, 2019; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Abandon ship

If you have to abandon ship, there are only seconds to grab the most important items off your boat. Learn how to prepare from someone who has been there.

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on January 28, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance interior

The Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance uses less energy and needs defrosting less often than the Cruise 130 Classic. Learn all the improvements here.

🎧The Most Important Tool

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

The most important tool on your boat isn't one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools - and which one you should never be without.

The most important tool on your boat isn’t one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools – and which one you should never be without.

How to Make Band-Aids Stick Better and Stay On

Published on January 6, 2019; last updated on March 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bottle of tincture of benzoin next to a box of Band-Aid flexible fabric bandages with a bandaged finger in front

The trick doctors use to keep bandages on — and why it matters even more on a boat.

Low Carb Beef Marinade Recipe

Published on January 5, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Low carb beef marinade recipe with only 3g total carbs, but absolutely delicious on both meat and vegetables. Great for kabobs on the grill!

Low carb beef marinade recipe with only 3g total carbs, but absolutely delicious on both meat and vegetables. Great for kabobs on the grill!

🎧Thanksgiving – or, Start Downsizing!

Published on January 1, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating - and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating – and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Best Nesting Pots and Pans for Small Spaces

Published on December 31, 2018; last updated on March 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Magma nesting cookware set shown laid out and nested for storage in a boat galley

The right nesting cookware makes a real difference in a small galley. Here is what I have used for 24 years and why it works.

The Boat Wiring Tools I Use on Every Project

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on June 8, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat wiring tools including a wire stripper, ratcheting crimper, and side cutters

Good tools make boat wiring easy; cheap ones make it miserable. Here’s the kit I use on every electrical project.

Praline French Toast Recipe

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Easy and delicious baked Praline French Toast that does NOT require overnight refrigeration. Spices, nuts and yummy French Toast!

Easy and delicious baked Praline French Toast that does NOT require overnight refrigeration. Spices, nuts and yummy French toast made with half-and-half!

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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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