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MOB AIS/DSC Locator and Alarm

Published on March 13, 2019; last updated on April 26, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

The AIS Flare Eco is an AIS/DSC crew overboard locator and alarm that enables a MOB to be quickly found even by short-handed boats. Budget-friendly, too.

🎧What Inspires You?

Published on March 12, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

It's easy to think what we do is easy and commonplace. It's not. Sharing our experiences can help others make a change.

It’s easy to think what we do is easy and commonplace. It’s not. Sharing our experiences can help others make a change.

Hot and Delicious Reuben Dip Recipe

Published on March 9, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A tasty hot dip terrific for St. Patrick's Day or any cool day on the water. You can even make a dairy free version that's still delicious.

A tasty hot dip terrific for St. Patrick’s Day or any cool day on the water. You can even make a dairy free version that’s still delicious.

Feeling Stupid

Published on March 6, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Feeling stupid. Boat work and the cruising life can do that to you. The lessons we learned as well as how to move on and regain confidence.

🎧Gift Ideas For Those Dreaming of Cruising

Published on March 5, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

The last thing a cruiser needs is more stuff. Except stuff they need. What might they need? Here are some ideas you might never have thought of!

Where to Buy Gnatrol

Published on March 4, 2019; last updated on August 30, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Gnatrol is the best way to prevent fungus gnat infestations in composting toilets. How to use it and where to buy Gnatrol in small quantities.

🎧How Long from A to B?

Published on March 1, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Calculating boat travel time is difficult as weather plays a major role. How one new cruiser learned why schedules just don't work.

Calculating boat travel time is difficult as weather plays a major role. How one new cruiser learned why schedules just don’t work.

🎧Storage Conundrum

Published on February 26, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

Deciding whether or not to sell your stuff is as hard as deciding about the house. Add to the kitty? Add to the budget line? Sell? Keep? Aargh!

Deciding whether or not to sell your stuff is as hard as deciding about the house. Add to the kitty? Add to the budget line? Sell? Keep? Aargh!

Mini Sausage Quiches

Published on February 23, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Mini Quiches make a special, make-ahead breakfast. But they're also great for a light lunch or appetizers!

Mini Quiches make a special, make-ahead breakfast. But they’re also great for a light lunch or appetizers!

🎧Why Have a Bilge Alarm

Published on February 22, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn why you need to have a bilge alarm on your boat and how to choose the one that's right for your boat.

Learn why you need to have a bilge alarm on your boat and how to choose the one that’s right 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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