The Boat Galley

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Your Hurricane Plan for Insurance Aug 28, 2023

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Are you cruising anywhere that hurricanes can hit? Then your insurance company will want to see your hurricane plan. Here's how to make one.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by CLR Marine, suppliers of the "Extend Your Step" boarding ladder extension. Is your boat ladder just too short to comfortably and easily get out of the water? Extend Your Step fits right onto your existing boarding ladder, offering a stable and easy way to get a longer ladder. Find the Extend Your Step (and so many other fabulous products) at CLRMarine.com. Boat Galley Podcast listeners get a special 15% discount on the Extend Your Step through December 31, 2023, with the coupon code BOATGALLEY2023. CLRMarine - where your boat is our business.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Put the Sharpie Away Aug 24, 2023

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Easy at a glance identification is just a quick machine away: the why's and what's of choosing a label maker.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

The Best Boat Can Opener Aug 21, 2023

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Without a good can opener, all that food in your boat is worthless. But is there one that just works? Every time?

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Todays episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Prism Polish, the ultimate all-in-one metal polish. It cleans, polishes, and protects all in one easy step. Safe for all metals, it is 100% non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Save 10% on your first order at prismpolish.com and using the promo code "galley" at check-out. Don't wait any longer. Order Prism Polish today and make all your stubborn metal shine like new!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Organizing Fasteners Aug 17, 2023

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Keeping the chaos of screws and bolts down helps projects progress. These are the 3 essential attributes to look for in a fastener storage container.

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Using the Cruiser's Net Aug 14, 2023

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How do you get the information you need when arriving in a new anchorage or marina? Well, there's always the Cruiser's Net. Here's what you need to know to use it.

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Tarps and 2x4s Aug 10, 2023

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Boatyard essentials you might not have thought of before. These 2 basic pieces of gear make boat work in the yard a little easier.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

10 Tips for Hurricane Prep Aug 07, 2023

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Hurricane season is upon us. Now is the time to make your plan. Here are 10 tips (plus a bonus) to help you.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by SpotlessStainless, the safe, fast and easy way to remove rust and protect your marine stainless steel. Brush on, wait 30 minutes, and rinse off this environmentally friendly gel – no scrubbing required! Brush on Spotless Stainless; remove rust. It's that simple! Spotlessstainless.com – make stainless sparkle!

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Dark to Bright Aug 03, 2023

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Painting lockers with BilgeKote is a satisfying project. Here are the 7 steps to locker paint perfection.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Lunatec, makers of the hydration spray bottle, odor-free dishcloth and self-cleaning washcloth. Lunatec offers practical gear designed to save water and reduce waste. A water bottle that doubles as a garden hose? A dish cloth that doesn't get stinky? Yes, please! Visit Lunatecgear.com to learn more; use code boatgalley to save 10% on everything. Lunatec: innovative gear for your outdoor adventures.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

How to Build a Boat Garden Jul 31, 2023

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Fresh greens and herbs are great on a boat. But how do you keep them on hand? Just grow your own. Here's how.

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Which Comes First? Jul 27, 2023

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Our recently-discovered corollary to Boat Refit Rule #1: anything you take off you'll have to reinstall. But here are three important tips to making reinstallation of boat parts easier.

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