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Storing Food on a Boat

How do you store food in a hot, humid moving place with no obvious pantry?

Tips for storing just about every type of food, with or without a refrigerator.

5 Reasons We Have Glass On Board

Published on December 25, 2018; last updated on December 28, 2018 by Nica Waters

The argument over glass on a boat is legendary. Nica is solidly in the YES camp, and she shares why (it's not just about the wine!)

The argument over glass on a boat is legendary. Nica is solidly in the YES camp, and she shares why (it’s not just about the wine!) [More] 5 Reasons We Have Glass On Board

How to Elminate Cardboard from Your Boat

Published on December 14, 2018; last updated on November 28, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

14 specific step-by-step strategies to leave cardboard ashore, for less trash aboard and also fewer places to harbor bugs.

14 specific step-by-step strategies to leave cardboard ashore, for less trash aboard and also fewer places to harbor bugs. [More] How to Elminate Cardboard from Your Boat

How to Store Veggies Outside the Fridge

Published on December 3, 2018; last updated on November 28, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

All the details on how to buy and store fresh veggies where there is no or limited refrigeration. Buying tips and storage methods.

All the details on how to buy and store fresh veggies where there is no or limited refrigeration. Buying tips and storage methods. [More] How to Store Veggies Outside the Fridge

How To Store Your Provisions – Lin Pardey’s Best Tips

Published on November 18, 2018; last updated on November 6, 2018 by Lin Pardey

How do you know what provisions you've stored? And do you have the ingredients you need?

Is it necessary to keep a stores list and update it constantly? How to prevent cans from rusting or marking up the inside of the boat. [More] How To Store Your Provisions – Lin Pardey’s Best Tips

How to Store Eggs without Refrigeration

Published on August 19, 2018; last updated on July 15, 2019 by Lin Pardey

Veteran cruiser Lin Pardey shares five ways to keep eggs fresh without refrigeration and provides other tips for keeping them the longest possible time.

Veteran cruiser Lin Pardey shares five ways to keep eggs fresh without refrigeration and provides other tips for keeping them the longest possible time. [More] How to Store Eggs without Refrigeration

Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Published on June 4, 2018; last updated on August 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an alternative to carrying -- and throwing away -- boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

Looking for an alternative to carrying — and throwing away — boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer! [More] Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Radishes without Refrigereration

Published on May 14, 2018; last updated on August 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

When provisioning stops are far between, foods that add crunch and flavor and do really well without refrigeration are true treasures. Learn how to store radishes for two to four weeks! [More] Radishes without Refrigereration

How to Store Green Onions

Published on March 27, 2017; last updated on August 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Green onions will last several months and the tops actually regrow with this storage method. Better yet, they don’t take up space in the refrigerator! [More] How to Store Green Onions

Bay Leaves in Flour

Published on June 14, 2016; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Putting a bay leaf in canisters of flour is great for keeping bugs out, but what about keeping the bay leaf out of your baking. Here’s a simple trick to solve that problem! [More] Bay Leaves in Flour

Too Many Spares on Hand?

Published on October 19, 2015; last updated on October 17, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you keep from realizing that you’re almost out of something and buying a spare . . . several times over? [More] Too Many Spares on Hand?

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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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Sandpaper 101

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Sandpaper basics to help you choose the right kind for the job. [More] Sandpaper 101

Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

May 13, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Planning a visit to Eleuthera? Check out one cruiser’s tips to get the most from your visit.  [More] Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

May 11, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Can you get enough internet to work from a boat? Sure, I do. Here are a few tips on how we make it work.  [More] How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

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