Using & Conserving Water

You're surrounded by water on a boat, yet you have to conserve. Even a watermaker doesn't give you an unlimited supply.

Simple tips to stretch your supply without affecting your lifestyle.

Leave-In Conditioner

Published on August 6, 2014; last updated on December 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dave’s long, fine, curly hair was a nightmare to deal with until a friend gave him some leave-in conditioner to try. Problem solved! [More] Leave-In Conditioner

Pasta on the Boat

Published on March 3, 2014; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Total win — al dente pasta with less water, less propane or other fuel, and less heat and steam in the boat! [More] Pasta on the Boat

Do You Love Making Cookies But Dread Washing Up?

Published on April 12, 2013; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The order that you measure ingredients can have a big impact on the clean up and how much water you’ll have to use! [More] Do You Love Making Cookies But Dread Washing Up?

Turn It Off . . .

Published on December 22, 2012; last updated on April 29, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tips for the galley aren’t just limited to cooking. Many of the boat’s systems support the galley — such as the freshwater system. Here’s a good habit to get into. [More] Turn It Off . . .

Provisioning & Water

Published on August 22, 2012; last updated on June 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Provisioning your boat? Be sure to consider your boat’s fresh water supply and how long it has to last. Learn exactly how to do this. [More] Provisioning & Water

Easy Water Fill

Published on February 27, 2012; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you fill your water tanks from 5-gallon containers – either jerry cans or purchased water? If so, you’ll appreciate this idea for a funnel that stands up by itself! [More] Easy Water Fill

Conserve Water with Your Gear Choices

Published on September 26, 2011; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thinking about how you’ll clean something before you buy it can save a lot of water on a boat. [More] Conserve Water with Your Gear Choices

Don’t Let Bugs Into Your Water Tank

Published on August 3, 2011; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Installing a simple mesh screen on the air vent to your water tank can prevent a lot of problems when bugs want a drink. [More] Don’t Let Bugs Into Your Water Tank

Tips for Hand-Washing Dishes

Published on June 20, 2011; last updated on December 19, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

You don’t need someone to teach you how to wash dishes — but how about a few tips to make it easier? [More] Tips for Hand-Washing Dishes

Four Easy Ways to Conserve Water

Published on May 4, 2011; last updated on July 2, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you’re in a marina or anchored out, these four ideas will give you more time to do fun things as you spend less time filling your water tank. [More] Four Easy Ways to Conserve Water

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