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🎧Living in 2 Worlds

Published on October 17, 2019; last updated on October 31, 2024 by Nica Waters

Vermont to Virginia is like cruising to land. Not as easy as you might think.

Published on October 15, 2019; last updated on May 17, 2023 by Nica Waters

Seize the every day opportunities to hone your self-reliance skills.

Published on October 11, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A smelly dish rag can make your whole boat (and your hands) stink. Don’t let it happen to you. Here’s how.

Published on October 8, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Doing a good job stocking your boat for cruising means trusting yourself, even when it comes to food.

Published on October 4, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s always a good idea to take care of problems early. When you live on a boat, it’s crucial. Here’s why.

Published on October 1, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

A reader-sparked dinner conversation reveals cruising memories and advice from our kids

Published on September 27, 2019; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you can learn these lessons, you’ll be successful living on a boat and cruising. Or doing nearly anything.

Published on September 24, 2019; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Why every single photo I post includes the hashtag “cruising prep.”

Published on September 21, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Amy Alton

Breadfruit can seem scary. But it’s easy to prepare with these step-by-step instructions and two recipes to get you started.

Published on September 20, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat tank water can taste “off” after a while. Especially in hot climates. Learn how to filter it for better taste.