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Buying & Using a Boat Refrigerator

Boat refrigerators just aren't like "land" refrigerators. Smaller, oddly shaped and often with little to no freezer space or organization.

Make your fridge work for you -- whether it's front- or top-loading, and no matter how tiny!

Engel Portable Freezer – Refrigerator for Boats

Published on February 15, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t have a refrigerator? freezer? or want more space in yours? The Engle line of portable refrigerator/freezers and drop-in units might be the answer — super-easy to install and very energy efficient! [More] Engel Portable Freezer – Refrigerator for Boats

Adding or Changing a Boat Refrigerator

Published on April 29, 2011; last updated on June 18, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four items to consider if you’re thinking of installing or changing your boat refrigerator to make sure you end up with a system that meets your needs. [More] Adding or Changing a Boat Refrigerator

How to Store Seafood in Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on December 11, 2010; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tips for storing and freezing fish and seafood on a boat when cruising

Tips for freezing fish and seafood on a boat when cruising [More] How to Store Seafood in Your Boat Refrigerator

Two Extra Things to Store in the Boat Refrigerator

Published on December 8, 2010; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Even if refrigerator space is limited, sealant tubes and wasabi don't last long outside the refrigerator in hot weather.

Even if refrigerator space is limited, sealant tubes and wasabi don’t last long outside the refrigerator in hot weather. [More] Two Extra Things to Store in the Boat Refrigerator

Drinks in the Boat Refrigerator

Published on November 15, 2010; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Galley tips for cold drinks on a cruising boat -- making the most of limited refrigerator space and power.

Galley tips for cold drinks on a cruising boat — making the most of limited refrigerator space and power. [More] Drinks in the Boat Refrigerator

Organizing a Top-Loading Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 26, 2010; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five keys to effectively organizing a top-loading refrigerator. Make the most of the space, keep food for the longest time possible and find what you need! [More] Organizing a Top-Loading Boat Refrigerator

Use Less Power for Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 15, 2010; last updated on July 29, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four easy ways to use less power for your boat refrigerator. All cost less than $1 and take less than an hour to implement. [More] Use Less Power for Your Boat Refrigerator

Extra Insulation for Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 11, 2010; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four simple and inexpensive ideas for improving your boat or RV refrigerator -- save power without rebuilding your refrigerator or getting a new one.

Four simple and inexpensive ideas for improving your boat or RV refrigerator — save power without rebuilding your refrigerator or getting a new one. [More] Extra Insulation for Your Boat Refrigerator

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 15 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now 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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Need an international radio license? Here are the steps to get your MMSI number for your boat radio.  [More] 🎧How to Get Your Ship’s Radio License

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