The Boat Galley

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Boat Problems Add Up - How to Deal Nov 01, 2021

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One wiring choice led to a chain of events that had us putting out figurative fires for two weeks. Here's what you can learn from our experience.

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Rainman Watermakers

Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Julie Bradley, best selling author of two sailing classics, Escape from the Ordinary and Crossing Pirate Waters. WARNING: These books are hard to put down. Join Glen and Julie for off-the-beaten path adventures in extraordinary places, claw through Force 10 storms with them, and hold your breath through pirate infested parts of the Mideast. Julie's witty, vibrant writing takes you along every twist and turn. At times you will wish you were there and at others you will be glad you weren't . These books take you along for the trip of a lifetime. Find both Escape from the Ordinary and Crossing Pirate Waters on Amazon -- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

NYC Transit When the UN is Meeting Oct 28, 2021

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Details on how to go through NYC when the United Nations is meeting.

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United Nations Meeting Schedule

Coast Guard Advisory Notices

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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 electronics are fully functional while inside and there's plenty of room for your keys, cash and cards. To get the only dry bag on the market with ZERO device fails visit www.ugowear.com. Use coupon code SAVE20BG for 20% off! ugo – Just Add Water

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

What's Cruising Really Like? Oct 25, 2021

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Is cruising the right life for you? What does it cost? What is it really like? Learn from someone who has been there.

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Get Read, Get Gone - How to Become a Modern Sea Gypsy and Sail Away Forever by Rick Page (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

New England - it's not only Maine! Oct 21, 2021

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4 reasons we can't wait to get back north next summer

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Eldridge Tides and Currents (Amazon)

Tick repellant (Amazon)

White socks (Amazon)

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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. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Choose the Right Emergency Contact Oct 18, 2021

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If the worst happens, you want the right emergency contact (or contacts) in your corner. Here's how to choose.

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EPIRB and Personal Locator Beacon (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Budget-friendly weather routing and passage planning for cruisers, by a cruiser. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. Use coupon code BG20 for an exclusive 10% discount. FastSeas - making weather routing simple.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Custom Propane Storage Oct 14, 2021

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4 things to consider when making your own propane box.

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Propane Locker

King Starboard

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Starting to Cruise--Overwhelmed? Oct 11, 2021

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When you're preparing to cruise, it's common to feel overwhelmed. Here's some advice from someone who's been there to help you relax.

Today's episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by Boat Life Academy's brand new course on cruising the intracoastal waterway. Are you stressing about your ICW cruise? Relax! Learn to plan your trip, stay off the shoals, get groceries with ease, handle the radio like a pro, and love every minute of this iconic trip. All this and more at Boat Life Academy's Cruising America's Intracoastal Waterway: An online Course for First-Timers. Special 10% discount for boat galley podcast listeners with code BG10 Boatlifeacademy.com- courses for cruisers.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

FOMO is Real but It Doesn't Matter Oct 07, 2021

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When we didn't make it to all the hot cruising spots, we found some incredible ones we'd not expected.

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Thimble Islands

Maine Cruising Guide (Amazon)

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by TeakGuard, from AllGuard Products.com. Looking to refinish your boat's teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Our non-toxic, water-based formulas for cleaning and finish will turn your teak from dingy to sparkling in no time. Use coupon code BG20 for 15% off your order of $50 or more. Allguardproducts.com - admire your teak, not maintain it.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Emergency Info - Keep it Available Oct 04, 2021

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If something went wrong your boat, would a guest or stranger know what to do? They can. If you make important emergency info available--and easy to find.

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Self-Laminating Sheets (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Essential Weather Lessons Sep 30, 2021

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Understanding weather is key to safe and comfortable cruising. Don't press your luck!

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National Hurricane Center

Windy - Wind Prediction App

National Marine Weather Service

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