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Cruising Lifestyle

Thinking about cruising and wondering what the lifestyle and community are like?

What's a typical day like? What are boat cards? A dinghy drift? Is it tacky to grab something out of the dumpster?

These articles will give you a glimpse into the cruising life as it really is!

How to Cruise with Kids

Published on August 13, 2021; last updated on August 7, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do children belong on a cruising boat? Yes! Learning from other cruisers who have done it successfully is key.  [More] How to Cruise with Kids

Get to Know the Cruiser’s Way

Published on June 18, 2021; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do cruisers cope when bad things happen? They rely on each other. It’s the cruiser’s way.  [More] Get to Know the Cruiser’s Way

Oh, the Places You’ll Go

Published on May 1, 2021; last updated on May 2, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock/Judy Ludin

What’s the best thing about cruising? The people you meet. Check out some of the interesting folks you’ll meet in just one mooring field. [More] Oh, the Places You’ll Go

Paying For the Dream

Published on March 30, 2021; last updated on March 15, 2021 by Nica Waters

From cruising local to cruiser karma, earning funds underway has challenges to be aware of.  [More] Paying For the Dream

Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

Published on February 26, 2021; last updated on February 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to plan a great cruiser party or barbecue—on the beach. It’s fun and easy.  [More] Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

You Can Take Better Pictures—Here’s How

Published on February 19, 2021; last updated on February 10, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Take beautiful pictures of places you visit while cruising. Here’s how to get photographs that will help you remember your trip. [More] You Can Take Better Pictures—Here’s How

Dealing With Time Warp

Published on February 9, 2021; last updated on January 30, 2021 by Nica Waters

Without a job to force you to pay attention to the calendar, it can be hard to keep track. Here are a couple of reasons it’s important – and how to do it. [More] Dealing With Time Warp

Go Local! Attend an Event! 

Published on December 4, 2020; last updated on November 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Leaving the anchorage to attend a local event can be a blast! What kinds of fun might you find?    [More] Go Local! Attend an Event! 

Real Life?

Published on July 28, 2020; last updated on July 21, 2020 by Nica Waters

In which I explain why I’m tired of hearing people tell me my life on the boat isn’t really real.  [More] Real Life?

Hold Cruising Plans Lightly

Published on June 19, 2020; last updated on June 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cruisers can plan. But there are many things outside your control that can change. Here are a few. [More] Hold Cruising Plans Lightly

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 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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Latest Articles & Podcasts

Upgrading Your Fridge – What to Consider

June 24, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Planning to upgrade or replace your boat fridge? Here’s what you need to consider to make the best choice.  [More] Upgrading Your Fridge – What to Consider

Monitoring Your Boat’s Batteries

June 22, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

What do you need to now about the info your battery monitor is telling you? Here’s the quick guide.  [More] Monitoring Your Boat’s Batteries

Which Tube is Which?

June 21, 2022 By Nica Waters

Helping make sense of the dizzying array of boat sealant options out there, including a list of what we used for what project [More] Which Tube is Which?

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