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Abandoning Ship

Published on January 14, 2019; last updated on November 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Abandon ship

If you have to abandon ship, there are only seconds to grab the most important items off your boat. Learn how to prepare from someone who has been there.

🎧How to Define Cruising on Your Boat

Published on January 11, 2019; last updated on April 28, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Define what cruising means to you with these 8 questions for everyone on board

Define cruising for yourself and those on board your boat with these 8 questions to guide your planning. Make it YOUR dream, not what someone else is doing.

Getting to Know Your New Boat

Published on January 10, 2019; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn your boat's systems.

Learn your new boat with a systematized approach to learning her systems and your confidence aboard will soar. Step-by-step method for learning each system.

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on March 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator Review

The Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance uses less energy and needs defrosting less often than the Cruise 130 Classic. Learn all the improvements here.

🎧The Most Important Tool

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

The most important tool on your boat isn't one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools - and which one you should never be without.

The most important tool on your boat isn’t one that you can buy at the hardware store. Learn about boat tools – and which one you should never be without.

Keeping Band-Aids On

Published on January 6, 2019; last updated on February 6, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A simple trick for keeping Band-Aids and other adhesive bandages on, even if you’re active, sweating or swimming!

Low Carb Beef Marinade Recipe

Published on January 5, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Low carb beef marinade recipe with only 3g total carbs, but absolutely delicious on both meat and vegetables. Great for kabobs on the grill!

Low carb beef marinade recipe with only 3g total carbs, but absolutely delicious on both meat and vegetables. Great for kabobs on the grill!

🎧Running Regular Appliances on Your Boat

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

Learn how to use an inverter to run normal electric appliances on your boat, even when you're not connected to shore power.

Learn how to use an inverter to run normal electric appliances on your boat, even when you’re not connected to shore power.

🎧Thanksgiving – or, Start Downsizing!

Published on January 1, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating - and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating – and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Best Pots and Pans for Small Spaces

Published on December 31, 2018; last updated on September 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Nesting pots and pans are great for boats, RVs, and camping. They take up so little space. Learn what to look for in selecting a truly good nesting cookware set and get my recommendations. I\'ve had four different sets, one that was disastrous and three great ones.

Nesting pots and pans are great for boats, RVs, and camping. They take up so little space. Learn what to look for in selecting a truly good nesting cookware set and get my recommendations. I’ve had four different sets, one that was disastrous and three great ones.

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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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Don't lose your dinghy. Being without is a nightmare. Here are some tips.

Don’t Lose Your Dinghy

October 16, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t lose your dinghy. Doing without can be a nightmare for cruisers. Here are a few tips to keep it from being lost or stolen.

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🎧Calculating Power Needs for a Cruising Boat

October 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Calculating power needs for a cruising boat is the difference between being comfortable on board and just getting by. Here’s how.

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Hurricane Prep: Reducing Windage

October 9, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Reducing windage is key, when prepping for a hurricane. Especially since you can’t guarantee your boat will stay head to wind. Here’s how.

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