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Using Gimbals on a Boat Galley Stove

Published on September 12, 2024; last updated on September 11, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Stove gimbals are an important safely feature on a marine stove. Tips on using them so they don’t cause more problems than they solve.

How to Find Remote Work While Cruising

Published on September 9, 2024; last updated on March 18, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas

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Remote work while cruising can be an answer to the costs of maintenance and travel. Here’s how to find remote work that keeps you cruising.

🎧Cruising Meal Planning Made Simple

Published on September 7, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Planning meals for a 2 week cruise? Ask yourself these 4 questions.

Don’t Let Bugs Into Your Boat’s Water Tank

Published on September 5, 2024; last updated on September 4, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Water tank bugs are a nuisance. Here’s how to keep them from becoming a problem in the first place. And it only take a little screening.

🎧Storage and Weight Distribution on a Catamaran

Published on August 31, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Storage is tricky on any boat. But weight distribution is especially important on a catamaran. Here’s what to keep in mind.

Boat Ventilation

Published on August 29, 2024; last updated on August 28, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Improving boat ventilation can make it easier to stay cool in the tropics. Here are several ways to improve air flow–both free and paid.

Planning Ahead

Published on August 28, 2024; last updated on August 26, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning ahead is a crucial part of cruising. This is what went into our planning. And some things to consider when you plan.

🎧The Best Saw for Cutting PVC

Published on August 24, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

PVC is handy for many boat projects. It’s lightweight, available everywhere, and doesn’t rust. But how do you cut it without going nuts? Here’s my favorite tool. Links: Shark Pullsaw (Amazon) […]

Storing Butter and Cheese on a Boat

Published on August 22, 2024; last updated on August 21, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tips for long-term storage of butter and cheese on a boat, both with and without a refrigerator.

Storing butter and cheese on a boat isn’t too hard. Here are some tips for long-term storage both with and without a refrigerator.

Essential Maintenance and Repair Skills for Cruisers

Published on August 21, 2024; last updated on August 20, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

What are the most essential maintenance and repair skills for cruisers? Here’s our list of crucial skills to learn to care for your boat.

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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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