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Storage On A Boat

Optimize storage on a boat with ideas for organizing storage areas, the best containers to use to avoid breakage, mold, mildew and bugs, ways to get cardboard off the boat, and how to know where on the boat everything is.

Get detailed how-to's on storing:

    • Food
    • Clothing
    • Tools & maintenance supplies
    • Spare parts
    • Owner's manuals and other papers
    • Treasured keepsakes
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Glass bottles
    • Electronics, including how to protect them from a lightning strike

 

How to Keep Charger Cords Close–and Neat

Published on June 17, 2022; last updated on June 11, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by charging cords for all your devices. But here’s an easy solution to keep them close at hand and neat at the same time.  [More] How to Keep Charger Cords Close–and Neat

How to Keep Paper Goods on Board

Published on March 25, 2022; last updated on March 20, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Stocking up on paper goods won’t help if they get wet or buggy. Here’s how to keep that from happening.  [More] How to Keep Paper Goods on Board

How to Organize First Aid Supplies

Published on July 23, 2021; last updated on July 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you need more than one first aid kit? Maybe. If you want to find what you need—when you need it.  [More] How to Organize First Aid Supplies

What’s Behind the Stove

Published on June 15, 2021; last updated on June 9, 2021 by Nica Waters

With a little thought about what you’ll use, how often, and when you can make the best choices for your limited storage space on the boat. Here’s how we did this in our galley. [More] What’s Behind the Stove

How to Save Space & Time—Organize!

Published on May 28, 2021; last updated on May 20, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

 Sure, special containers make storage “pretty.” But they can also save time and hassle. Here’s how.   [More] How to Save Space & Time—Organize!

Don’t Weigh Your Boat Down with Stuff

Published on May 1, 2020; last updated on April 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How much stuff do you really need on board your cruising boat? Probably not everything you think. Learn how to choose what to keep and what to donate. [More] Don’t Weigh Your Boat Down with Stuff

Setting Up Easy Storage Drawers 

Published on March 20, 2020; last updated on May 1, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have an open area on your boat, optimize storage with drawers. Here’s how to do it for your cat (with a tip for monohulls). [More] Setting Up Easy Storage Drawers 

Collections

Published on June 18, 2019; last updated on December 20, 2019 by Nica Waters

When a jar of shells (or a bag of sea beans) is a time travel machine, it reminds me that even on a small boat, indulging your passions matters. [More] Collections

Thanksgiving – or, Start Downsizing!

Published on January 1, 2019; last updated on January 6, 2019 by Nica Waters

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating - and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating – and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention. [More] Thanksgiving – or, Start Downsizing!

Getting rid of stuff can be liberating - and difficult. Both feelings are part of the process, and both need attention.

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

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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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What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

June 29, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

If you have to leave your boat, do you have a boat watcher keeping an eye on it? Or are you watching someone else’s boat for them? Here’s what you need to know. [More] What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

Homemade Granola

June 28, 2022 By Nica Waters

A quick granola recipe that’s fabulous for life afloat.
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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

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