Articles with category <<provisioning-and-self-sufficiency>>

How we manage water aboard our bluewater sailboat using a manual Spectra Cape Horn watermaker, proven systems, and disciplined habits at sea and at anchor.

From yogurt to bread, solar to storage, laundry in a bucket — discover how cruisers turn boats into floating homesteads and embrace self-sufficiency at sea.

Learn how much fuel a true bluewater cruising sailboat should carry, why tankage matters offshore, and how it shapes freedom and safety at sea.

From water makers to knots, Jane shares what she’s learning aboard SV Wanderlust—systems, safety, galley life, and prepping for the offshore cruising life.

From canning to coffee stockpiles, Jane shares her journey learning to provision for long voyages—balancing supplies, space, and life at sea with heart.