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Check Your Gear! Sep 27, 2021

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To stay safe, don't forget to check your gear before you need to rely on it. Do it regularly.

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Boat Galley Log Book (Amazon)

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

Registering an EPIRB Sep 23, 2021

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Practical tips on how to register your boat's locator beacon

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NOAA Registration Site

EPIRB (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Gulf Stream Info for Planning Sep 20, 2021

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To plan a safe, efficient, and comfortable crossing of the Gulf Stream, you need information. Here's how to find it.

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Passage Weather Website

Florida to Bahamas Gulf Stream Map

Gulfstream Routing Service

Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Marine Electronics Advisor, a service from Sea-Tech Systems. Get unlimited expert advice as you upgrade and maintain your boat's electronic and communications systems. Got questions about how to install your new AIS? Want to know if that on-sale radar will talk to your chart plotter? How to configure your new wifi extender? Embarking on a full electronics refit? The Marine Electronics Advisor has you covered! Use code BOATGALLEY for an exclusive $100 off your first month subscription. Visit seatech.systems/diy to learn more. Marine Electronics Advisor - the ultimate subscription consulting service for the DIY boat owner.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Projects to Move By! Sep 16, 2021

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When the cruising season is waning, and you want to move, you need to really narrow the list of projects that have to be done to get sailing. They fall into 1 of 4 categories, mostly.

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InReach Satellite Communicator (Amazon)

Fire Extinguisher (Amazon)

EPIRB (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Does Your Boat Need an Oven? Sep 13, 2021

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An oven is great for baking and roasting meat but it takes up a lot of space. Which do you value more?

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Omnia Stove Top Oven (Amazon)

Omnia Stove Top Oven (Sea Dog Solutions)

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

Swat Away! Sep 09, 2021

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You DEFINITELY need a fly swatter!

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Fly Swatters (Amazon)

Bug Assault (Amazon)

Electronic Fly Swatter (Amazon)

Boat Galley Courses, Books, and References

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First though, are you going to the Annapolis Sailboat Show? If so, be sure to stop by The Boat Galley booth and meet Nica and me. Easy way to find us is to know that we're right next to the gin barge – booths M5 and M6.

If you can't get to the show, we'll really miss seeing you in person. But you can still get all of our courses and the other books and references we'll be selling there. Links are in the shownotes!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Make a Float Plan - The Easy Way Sep 06, 2021

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A float plan only helps you stay safe if you include the right information and put it into the right hands. Learn what every cruiser needs to know about creating good float plans.

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Coast Guard Auxiliary Float Plan PDF

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

Paperwork Pandemonium Sep 02, 2021

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Documentation? Registration? Which do I need!

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USCG Documentation Site

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

How to Hire a Diver Aug 30, 2021

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If you're going to rely on someone else to clean your boat bottom or replace your zincs, here's what you need to know to get the best job.

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Courses & other resources for cruisers

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Last Second Hustle and Bustle Aug 26, 2021

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Even though we had an additional 4 days on the hard, we still had to scramble to be ready to splash!

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Painter's tape (Amazon)

Zinc spray (Amazon)

Transducer paint (Amazon)

Knife magnets (Amazon)

Nica email

Carolyn email

Today's episode is sponsored by Magma Products, makers of the best grills and cookware for your boat. Cook for a crowd with ease on the Newport Classic grill, or whip up a gourmet meal using cookware that nests to take up less space. Visit magmaproducts.com to learn more. Use coupon code BG20 for 20% off of through October 31, 2021 (limit 1 use per customer). Go beyond the backyard: make the world your kitchen using Magma products.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

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