The Boat Galley

The person who made me a successful cruiser wasn ' t a sailor, mechanic, or electrician. These are the vital lessons she taught me. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Provisioning spreadsheet - https://theboatgalley.com/downloadable-provisioning-spreadsheet/   Don Casey's Complete...

Sometimes getting ready to go cruising doesn't exactly appear to be related to boating at all. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Storing Food Without Refrigeration:  https://amzn.to/30d1qhC  (Amazon)  Provisioning: https://www.fit2sail.com/countdown-to-cruising/2019/8/13/3-provisi...

Boat tank water can taste "off" after a while. Filtering keeps it fresh and appealing to drink. Here ' s what you need to know!   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): PUR 18-Cup Dispenser with Filter - https://amzn.to/2H6EVQT  (Amazon)   Seagull Drinking Water Purifier - https://amzn...

When you're looking to buy a boat, understanding the difference between a fridge and an ice box is critical. They're not the same thing! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Storing Food Without Refrigeration:  https://amzn.to/2Lo8jEA  (Amazon) Engel refrigeration:  https://amzn.to/2...

You know that not all stainless steel is equal on a boat. It's true for the galley too. Learn how to buy stainless flatware that lasts and avoids rust. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Stainless steel flatware - 18/10 https://amzn.to/31AURm5 (Amazon)   Sponsor: Rainman Watermaker...

Hurricane Dorian hit small islands hard. Here are some memories from Green Turtle Cay in the Abacos. Links : HELP FOR GREEN TURTLE CAY: https://www.gofundme.com/f/green-turtle-cay-hurricane-recovery-fund HELP FOR ELBOW CAY (and other cays south of the Whale): https://www.gofundme.com/f/Hope4HopeTown GENERAL BAHAMAS ASSISTANCE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/headknowles-emergency-funds Email Nica: nica...

A discussion of boat gear, fixing things, and aesthetic preferences. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Bulkhead mount compass (small): https://amzn.to/2Lbptp8  (Amazon) Danforth compass repair and service: https://www.vikingcompass.com/daco.html Bristol Channel Cutter: http://www....

Fresh water is limited when you live on a boat. Do you know how to pick the galley gear that will help you conserve water? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Vegetable brush: https://amzn.to/33xnvX6 (Amazon)  Silicone spatula: https://amzn.to/2H4B7j8 (Amazon)   Quality flatware wit...

What's important to know about going cruising? It's got nothing to do with boat size! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Watermaker: www.seatask.com Sea beans: http://www.seabean.com/what.asp Weather information: www.fastseas.com Cockpit sand bucket:  https://amzn.to/2MG81Lh  (Amaz...

Arguing over how to do things can bring tension on board. And sometimes there's a good reason to do things the same way. But not always. Figuring out which is which makes life easier.   This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by ugo wear ( https://ugowear.com ), ugo is the only waterproof, floating phone case using dry suit zipper technology. Invest in your safety because if you don't...

Hear about how we get ideas for cruising plans. Just look out the window and talk! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Hudson River cruising:  https://www.offshoreblue.com/cruising/hudson-river.php Lake Champlain cruising:  https://amzn.to/2KILdYZ  (Amazon) St Lawrence Seaway cruisi...

Watching the weather is always important when you live on a boat. Every competent cruiser does it whether they are traveling or staying still. Sponsor:  Marmara Imports ( http://www.marmaraimports.com/ ). Their hand loomed, fair trade, organic cotton Turkish towels are highly absorbent, dry quickly, fold flat and are soft and luxurious: perfect for life aboard!  Use coupon code Podcast10 for 10% o...

An interview with Jeremy Waters, the creator of FastSeas. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): FastSeas: www.fastseas.com Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/2TrzaCg  (Amazon) Chris Parker: https://www.mwxc.com Windy.com: www.windy.com GPX file format explained:  https://www.topografix.c...

When you first start cruising , the learning curve is steep. But over time, you learn what works. It's what makes this life so interesting. This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by ugo wear, ugo is the only waterproof, floating phone case using dry suit zipper technology. Invest in your safety because if you don't protect you can't connect! Your phone is fully functional and there's...

A philosophical conversation about the pressures of time on land vs on the water. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Bennington College: https://www.bennington.edu Map of I-81: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interstate_81 Interesting article about time: http://www.exactlywhatistime....

There ' s nothing worse than running out of propane in the middle of a meal. Here are some guidelines to keep it from happening to you. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Gauge Master Propane Gauge https://amzn.to/2XDgkJE (Amazon)   Sponsor: Shambala Sailing Adventures , offering c...

Two pressure cookers, two fails. Is a pressure cooker critical for life aboard? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Fagor pressure cooker:  https://amzn.to/2Suryyf  (Amazon) Presto pressure cooker:  https://amzn.to/2Y5J5hr  (Amazon) Instant Pot:  https://amzn.to/2JRHkzu  (Amazon) Th...

Here are a few ideas for getting provisions back to your boat without a car. It doesn ' t have to be difficult. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): AO Soft Cooler - https://amzn.to/2XzeARv (Amazon)   Heavy Duty Canvas Tote - https://amzn.to/2MNa80y (Amazon)   Collapsible Utility Wag...

A practical, actionable way to remember to turn off the faucet when brushing your teeth. No timing required! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Foot pump: https://amzn.to/2XUjWLH  (Amazon) Cups for the galley: https://amzn.to/2JUXmZc  (Amazon) Stats on water usage: https://www.mdx....

Blue Water Women offers the advice cruisers need — from women who have been there. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Blue Water Women - https://amzn.to/2MJjbQ6   (Amazon) Sponsor:  Marmara Imports ( http://www.marmaraimports.com/ ). Their hand loomed, fair trade, organic cotton Tu...

Hear about 3 tactics when creating your boat project list - it's all about the perspective you have! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): windlass: https://amzn.to/2lMnxcn  (Amazon) 12 volt fans for cabin: https://amzn.to/2khCym7  (Amazon) interior lighting:  https://amzn.to/2lMqv0v...

I ' ve heard great things about Aqua Map. And we recently figured out why it would be best for our Bahamas cruise. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Aqua Map on the Apple App Store - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/aqua-map-marine-boating-gps/id919552329?ls=1&mt=8   Aqua Map on Go...

Learn 5 reasons it's tough to provision for a limited-duration cruise, and 6 tricks to making it all work out right. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Medicine box for spices:  https://amzn.to/2JeKeiI  (Amazon) Small reusable bags:  https://amzn.to/2XMFKbe  (Amazon) Fabulous mail-...

I tried Spotless Stainless on my boat. It worked as well as promised. And it didn ' t take lots of rubbing.    Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Spotless Stainless - https://amzn.to/2K4AjOq (Amazon)   Aquabot - https://amzn.to/2K2KNhh (Amazon)   Sponsor:  Marmara Imports ( http://...

Three islands, three sets of memories. What helps any experience stand out? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Fort Jefferson and the Dry Tortugas:  https://www.nps.gov/drto/index.htm St Lucia and the Pitons: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1161 Gentleman's Guide to Passages South: ...