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How to Track What Food is on the Boat

Published on November 2, 2026; last updated on November 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Avoid over-buying by keeping a provisioning list.

A simple solution to know what’s on the boat and what you need. Editable download arranged by grocery store sections with space for other provisions.

Swapping Galley Equipment On Your Boat

Published on October 30, 2026; last updated on October 30, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Pan of brownies showing how to adjust baking time when changing pan size

The trick to swapping pan sizes without wrecking what you’re baking — and it’s not what most sites say.

Why is it Important to Have a Snack Bin on Your Boat?

Published on October 22, 2026; last updated on October 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

plastic box filled with single-serving snacks

An easy way to let everyone know what’s fair game for snacking . . . and what’s not!

How to Use Propane on a Boat

Published on October 15, 2026; last updated on October 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Propane 101: how to safely use a propane stove on a boat, including propane system safety features, how to light the stove and how long a tank will last.

Getting Rid of Bugs in the Flour on Your Boat

Published on October 9, 2026; last updated on October 9, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Opening up a container of flour and discovering bugs is not fun. But you can’t ignore it. Here are step-by-step instructions on what to do to get rid of them.

Baking Yeast Bread on a Boat

Published on October 5, 2026; last updated on October 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Loaf of bread on a boat

Detailed, step-by-step directions for making great yeast bread by hand, with lots of photos and pointers to ensure that you have a great outcome!

Don’t Bring Bugs Aboard in Cardboard

Published on September 25, 2026; last updated on September 25, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bugs love cardboard as a home and a food source. Here’s how to keep them from coming aboard your next provisioning trip.

Solving Boat Galley Oven Problems

Published on August 24, 2026; last updated on August 24, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hate to use your galley oven because it’s so tempermental? Practical tips for using a galley oven and solving oven problems.

Too Many Spares Onboard?

Published on July 31, 2026; last updated on July 31, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you keep from realizing that you’re almost out of something and buying a spare . . . several times over?

Having Meals When Underway on a Boat

Published on July 7, 2026; last updated on July 7, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboat

Thirteen tips for planning and preparing meals to eat underway on a boat — whether just out for the day or on a longer passage.

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