Prepare to Live on a Boat and Cruise

✔ Understand the essential skills for living on the water
✔ Explore how to find the right boat and make it your own
✔ Discover must-have gear for a safe and enjoyable life afloat
✔ Learn how to make your transition from land life smooth and exciting
✔ Get connected to trusted resources for more in-depth learning

This course isn’t about doing everything for you—it’s about giving you the tools to take the next step toward your cruising dreams.

Prepare to Cruise breaks down the preparation process into six key areas:

• Gaining Skills: Understand the basics of navigation, boat handling, and more.
• Buying a Boat: Tips for choosing a vessel that fits your budget and lifestyle.
• Learning Your Boat: Build confidence as you explore its systems and quirks.
• Buying Boat Gear: Focus on what you truly need without overspending.
• Learning to Cook on Your Boat: Find resources to help you master the galley.
• Moving Aboard: Get practical advice for downsizing and transitioning.

You’ll also receive a subscription to The Boat Galley Newsletter, packed with tips and tricks to make boat life easier and more enjoyable.

Prepare to Cruise is designed for people who are just starting their journey and don’t even know what questions to ask.

✔ Beginner-Friendly: Focused on the basics to help you get started.
✔ Actionable Steps: Links to trusted resources and tools to guide you.
✔ Completely Free: Learn and plan without any financial commitment.

This course doesn’t overwhelm you with information—it gives you exactly what you need to take the next step toward cruising.

Prepare to Cruise is easy to start and simple to use:

✔ Immediate access: Get login details onscreen and via email right after signing up.
✔ Lifetime access: Revisit the course anytime and enjoy free updates.
✔ Flexible learning: Work through the material at your own pace, from any device.

All materials are text-based, so you can learn even in areas with limited connectivity.

Carolyn Shearlock has 17 years of experience living aboard two very different boats—a Tayana 37 monohull and a Gemini 105 catamaran. During over 14,000 miles of cruising in the Sea of Cortez, Central America, Florida, and the Bahamas, she learned what it takes to prepare for life afloat.

As the founder of The Boat Galley, Carolyn is passionate about helping others turn their cruising dreams into reality. She’s the author of The Boat Galley Cookbook and teaches at Cruisers University. Her practical, approachable teaching style ensures you’ll feel supported and confident as you plan your adventure.