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Dealing With Garbage on a Boat

Published on October 31, 2024; last updated on October 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you deal with garage on a boat? And that means cardboard, food scraps, and cans? My guide to the basics and more detailed tips.

🎧A Boat That’s Easy to Maintain

Published on October 26, 2024; last updated on June 30, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A boat that’s easy to maintain is key when shopping. Look at 3 systems to review for maintenance access when you buy a boat.

The Best Paper Towel Holder for a Boat

Published on October 24, 2024; last updated on October 23, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Shock cording makes the best paper towel holder.

The perfect paper towel holder for a boat, RV or anywhere a breeze can blow in through the window. Cheap, easy and solves paper towels “blowing in the wind.”

🎧Ziplock Love

Published on October 19, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Plastic bags with zipper seals are SO useful on a boat. Here are 3 kinds re we rely on for our boat.

Storing Dry Dog Food on a Boat

Published on October 17, 2024; last updated on October 16, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Storing dry dog food so it doesn’t get moldy or infested with bugs takes a little effort. Here’s what we did on our boat.

🎧Switching to Electronic Flares

Published on October 12, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Flares are vital safety equipment. But traditional flares require some skill to use, shine for a short time, and are difficult to dispose of if yours expire. Luckily, there is […]

Baking Stone Basics for a Boat Oven

Published on October 10, 2024; last updated on October 9, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to use a baking stone (also called a pizza stone) in a small oven (boat, RV or tiny home) to eliminate hot spots and solve other common small oven problems.

Cruising with Confidence

Published on October 7, 2024; last updated on March 11, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/Kimberly Ward

Cruising with confidence means cruising on your own terms. Today’s writer shares her cruising path.

🎧Small Appliances for Boat Galleys

Published on October 5, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Small appliances can be useful in the galley. Are they right for you? And if so, which ones?

Boat Life: Inverters 101

Published on October 3, 2024; last updated on December 10, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Inverter

A basic intro to inverters for newbies. Learn about types, sizes, loads, pure sine wave vs. modified and more.

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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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🎧Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos – Perfect Boat Pantry Meal

June 28, 2025 By Nica Waters

Sweet potato black bean tacos are a perfect boat meal. They’re versatile and can be made even when your stores are light.

Spend Time on the Water – the Best Prep for Cruising

June 26, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Spend time on the water before you start cruising. It’s better than classes, books. or videos. It can’t be beat.

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🎧Enjoy a Cool Happy Hour Off Your Boat

June 21, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When it’s hot, enjoy a cool happy hour off your boat. Here are tips to keep it cool, safe, and fun for everyone.

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