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Owning a boat turns everyone into a DIY-er! Sometimes, there's just no one else to do the job.

Along the way, we've learned how to do many things a little more easily.

Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat

Published on August 31, 2020; last updated on August 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to find the cause of a fuel problem on a boat. Symptoms and possible causes, plus step-by-step strategies for finding it. [More] Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat

DIY Fuel Polishing

Published on July 26, 2020; last updated on July 26, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If your boat has been sitting for a while, you may need to polish your fuel. Here’s how with suggested tools to make it easier to accomplish DIY fuel polishing. [More] DIY Fuel Polishing

DIY Boat Garden

Published on June 13, 2020; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Liz & Risto Lappala

Yes, you can grow greens and herbs (and even tomatoes!) on your sailboat. Check out this clever DIY to help you make your own boat garden. [More] DIY Boat Garden

Gaining DIY Skills

Published on April 23, 2019; last updated on December 20, 2019 by Nica Waters

How installing 3 pieces of flooring in a closet helped me gain confidence to do boat work.

How installing 3 pieces of flooring in a closet helped me gain confidence to do boat work. [More] Gaining DIY Skills

One Careless Moment

Published on April 22, 2019; last updated on June 30, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

One careless moment caused a boat fire. What happened, what we did wrong and what we did right. A chilling story of an almost-disaster. [More] One Careless Moment

Switching from Ablative to Hard Bottom Paint

Published on March 25, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why we switched from ablative to hard bottom paint on our cruising sailboat, the alternative procedures for doing so and what it cost. [More] Switching from Ablative to Hard Bottom Paint

Feeling Stupid

Published on March 6, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Feeling stupid. Boat work and the cruising life can do that to you. The lessons we learned as well as how to move on and regain confidence. [More] Feeling Stupid

Tips for Hauling Out Your Boat

Published on February 27, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If hauling out your boat is a new experience, read these tips to make it easier and less stressful. 19 things you need to know! [More] Tips for Hauling Out Your Boat

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. [More] Repairing Screw Holes in Teak

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. [More] Getting Reminders

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 13 years and 12,000 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

Plan Crystallization

February 23, 2021 By Nica Waters

We thought we had Thanksgiving plans. The surge in virus cases thought otherwise.  [More] Plan Crystallization

You Can Take Better Pictures—Here’s How

February 19, 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

5 Steps to Replacing Thru Hulls

February 16, 2021 By Nica Waters

We recently replaced all our thru hulls – and share the details of how to do it! [More] 5 Steps to Replacing Thru Hulls

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