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**The Boat Galley**

Making boat life better, 5-10 minutes at a time. The Boat Galley Podcast contains quick bits of actionable information to help you learn all about boat life and going cruising.

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3 Things for Long-Term Boat Storage Aug 16, 2018

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Leaving your boat for an extended period means taking special precautions.

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How to Keep Eggs on a Boat Aug 14, 2018

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Veteran cruiser Lin Pardey shares 5 ways to keep eggs fresh longer, and which one is her favorite!

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Storing Food without Refrigeration

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Pardey Offshore Sailing Video Series

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Tips for Going to a Boat Show Aug 13, 2018

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Boat shows can be huge and overwhelming. It's all too easy to leave and feel that you've missed things you really wanted to see or do.

A plan, that's what you need. Carolyn Shearlock tells you how to create one that's perfect for you!

NOTE: Carolyn and Nica will be at the Annapolis Sailboat Show -- the booth is right beside the gin barge. They'll also be at the Women Who Sail gathering Friday night at 5PM on the Pusser's rooftop, and are both teaching at Cruiser's University. Hope to see you there!

Links:

Annapolis Boat Shows

Cruiser's University

Keen sandals (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Why We Cruise Aug 09, 2018

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Boat work seems endless. Every now and then, though, it's critical to go sailing.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Anchoring for 50 Knots Aug 06, 2018

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Dragging anchor is no fun. At best, you end up on deck in less than ideal conditions -- often the middle of the night and/or a squall. At worst, there's boat damage and injury to people.

By always anchoring as if we know it'll blow 50, we're ready for the times it does. Here, Carolyn Shearlock explains their technique.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Project Creep Weekend Aug 02, 2018

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Boat projects creep, sometimes taking 10 times as long as you expected!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Can't Buy Safety Jul 31, 2018

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With the myriad of so-called safety gear being promoted by manufacturer and sailing magazine, how do you choose what you actually need without sinking your cruising budget? Lin Pardey, who after more than 200,000 miles of voyaging is still heading off across oceans and evaluating offshore gear, shares her thoughts on how to evaluate potential safety gear.

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Pardey Offshore Sailing Video Series

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Faking It Jul 30, 2018

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How do you cope when things have you more than a little nervous? Can you turn the mood to one of calmness or fun?

Carolyn Shearlock explains what she does in this exact situation.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

9 Tips for the Cruiser-to-Be Jul 26, 2018

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The idea of going cruising can grab you by the throat. How can you keep the dream alive?

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Boat Buying: How Much to Offer Jul 25, 2018

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You finally find the boat you want to buy. Then comes the big question: how much to offer for it?

Ask any five people and you'll get five different "rules of thumb."

Carolyn Shearlock has bought numerous boats over the years -- small and large -- and doesn't think there is a universal answer, though: listen in to she approaches the question.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

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