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Personal Gear When Living on a Boat
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Everything from towels to clothing to tunes -- boat life makes us view our "stuff" differently.
 
Find out about little luxuries and things we treasure because they just work so well when living on a boat.

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🎧Exercise on Board

Published on February 6, 2018; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Nica Waters

Nica Waters tells you how you can get a workout aboard even the tiniest boat. Lots of gear and workout options that really do work!

Nica Waters tells you how you can get a workout aboard even the tiniest boat. Lots of gear and workout options that really do work!

The Keys Salt Scrub

Published on December 4, 2017; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an environmentally-friendly and wonderful body scrub? Have I got one for you -- and it's made right in the Florida Keys!

Looking for an environmentally-friendly and wonderful body scrub? Have I got one for you — and it’s made right in the Florida Keys!

Getting Packages When Cruising

Published on November 20, 2017; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruisers need stuff. Sometimes, “stuff” that can’t be found locally. So we have to get packages. But how? Strategies for both domestic and international shipments.

No Natz

Published on July 31, 2017; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

No-see-ums, gnats and other biting bites making the reality not quite live up to the dream? I recently found an effective spray that's mild on skin and not harmful to pets who may lick.

No-see-ums, gnats and other biting bites making the reality not quite live up to the dream? I recently found an effective spray that’s mild on skin and not harmful to pets who may lick.

ugowear Waterproof Phone Case & Wallet

Published on May 29, 2017; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

ugoWear waterproof case

Worried about dropping your phone in the water? Here’s a universal waterproof case that will fit any phone and floats so you can find it.

Nail Care Tools

Published on May 3, 2017; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sick and tired of rusting nail clippers and moldy emery boards. Me too! So I found better ones . . . that are still affordable.

Sick and tired of rusting nail clippers and moldy emery boards. Me too! So I found better ones . . . that are still affordable.

Duffle Bags

Published on January 22, 2016; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a new duffel to take to and from the boat? How about one that’s actually designed for boaters? Why I love Sailor Bags duffels!

Sunscreen That Doesn’t Kill the Coral

Published on January 20, 2016; last updated on January 3, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

I love the reefs and love to snorkel. I was shocked to find out that many sunscreens could harm the reefs and looked for a way to protect myself from the sun that also protected the reefs.

Sleeping Well on a Boat

Published on January 16, 2016; last updated on March 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cozy boat berth with nautical bedding — tips for sleeping well on a boat

Poor sleep makes you hate the boat instead of love it. Here’s how to fix that, layer by layer.

Recharge Your Electronics on the Go

Published on November 24, 2015; last updated on January 28, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

I hate seeing the low battery warning on my phone, camera and more. An easy way to recharge on the go -- and inexpensive!

I hate seeing the low battery warning on my phone, camera and more. An easy way to recharge on the go — and inexpensive!

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