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What Is Cruising on a Sailboat or Trawler?

Published on December 17, 2018; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

An overview of cruising on a sailboat or trawler, looking at what it’s really like and who can go cruising.

🎧Stocking Up Food Stores in Foreign Ports

Published on December 16, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Lin Pardey

Wondering how to provision in a country where you don’t know the language? Lin Pardey shares tips from 70 countries for easy shopping and tasty meals.

Wondering how to provision in a country where you don’t know the language? Lin Pardey shares tips from 70 countries for easy shopping and tasty meals.

Keto Bean Salad

Published on December 15, 2018; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bean salad that’s similar to 3-Bean Salad but safe for diabetics and those following a keto diet. Just 6g carbs per delicious serving!

🎧 How to Elminate Cardboard from Your Boat

Published on December 14, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

14 specific step-by-step strategies to leave cardboard ashore, for less trash aboard and also fewer places to harbor bugs.

14 specific step-by-step strategies to leave cardboard ashore, for less trash aboard and also fewer places to harbor bugs.

Repairing Screw Holes in Teak

Published on December 12, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A previous owner leave holes in the teak woodwork in your boat? It’s easier to repair than you think! Step-by-step how-to with photos.

🎧Let’s Talk Meal Planning

Published on December 11, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Meal planning can be important, but not as important as how flexible you can be when thinking about the food. Relax, ask questions, and eat well!

Meal planning can be important, but not as important as how flexible you can be when thinking about the food. Relax, ask questions, and eat well!

Getting Reminders

Published on December 10, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want an automatic reminder to do routine tasks? Quickly set up an email reminder system with this free app. Step-by-step instructions on how to set it up.

🎧Lin Pardey Answers Cruiser Questions

Published on December 9, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Lin Pardey

How has cruising changed? Lin Pardey answers cruiser questions and shares the secret to the best voyaging life.

How has cruising changed? Lin Pardey answers cruiser questions and shares the secret to the best voyaging life.

White Chicken Chili

Published on December 8, 2018; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Great make-ahead recipe for a cool day — deliciously different chili that few people have had, but all love. Naturally gluten-free; includes a dairy-free variation.

Boat Renovation: Applying Teak Guard

Published on December 5, 2018; last updated on December 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Applying the new teak finish on our boat’s interior renovation was one of the easiest parts of the project. I love the look that Teak Guard Finish gives!

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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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