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Stargazing from a Boat Jun 23, 2018

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Have you ever really seen the night sky? From a place where there is no light pollution?

All I can say is WOW.

In ten years of cruising, Carolyn Shearlock has seen some spectacular skies and here she gives a bit of info and some useful resources . . .

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

What Kind of Dinghy? Jun 21, 2018

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Every cruiser needs a dinghy. Which one is best for you?

Listen in as Nica Waters explains the two very different dinghies they've cruised with . . . and why they are looking for still something different for their next cruise.

Links:

Handheld depth sounder (on Amazon): https://amzn.to/2JOVTXt

Wooden Boat magazine: https://www.woodenboat.com

Dinghy ladder: https://amzn.to/2K0cPWL

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Communications Apps for Cruisers Jun 20, 2018

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Cruising to foreign destinations generally doesn't mean abandoning communications with your family and friends. We all still want to stay connected — and not just through the latest Facebook and Instagram posts.

We want to talk and text. But have you seen international phone rates? YIKES!

There are better solutions and Carolyn Shearlock tells of her favorites.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Provisioning for an Ocean Voyage Jun 19, 2018

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The whole idea seems daunting. You are in charge of ensuring there is lots to eat once you set off to cross the Pacific.

But what is enough? And how do you ensure you and the crew will enjoy the meals you prepare once you have been at sea for three or even four weeks.

Lin Pardey shares her hard-earned secrets to help you feel more comfortable as you prepare for your first ocean passage.

Links:

Care and Feeding of Sailing Crew: https://amzn.to/2MygyMW

The Boat Galley Cookbook: https://amzn.to/2JWQGsF

The Boat Galley Guide to Storing Food without Refrigeration: https://bit.ly/2tcyBQ2

Pardey Offshore Sailing Video Series

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Catamaran or Monohull Jun 18, 2018

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Seven years on a monohull. Four years now on a catamaran. Carolyn Shearlock compares her Gemini catamaran to her Tayana 37 heavy monohull and describes the pros and cons of each.

Links:

Tayana 37 - https://bit.ly/2K3KySq

Gemini 105M - http://bluewaterboats.org/gemini-105m/ OR http://sailboatdata.com/viewrecord.asp?class_id=3777

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Cruising with a Dog Jun 16, 2018

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Cruising with a dog? Is it really possible? I mean, not just in a marina, but out sailing or motoring?

How about full time cruising in foreign countries? How much of a hassle is it?

Listen Carolyn Shearlock (aka "Paz's mom") for everything you need to know to cruise with your best friend . . . or decide that it would be better to leave Fido at home.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Grilling on a Boat Jun 14, 2018

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Grilling is a favorite way of cooking on board cruising boats. Nica talks about her favorite tools!

Links to items mentioned (Amazon):

Magma Kettle Propane Grill: https://amzn.to/2JCrStJ

Magma Charcoal Grill: https://amzn.to/2l8Xloz

Chimney starter: https://amzn.to/2JFi567

Grill mount: https://amzn.to/2sV2KnC

Magma Rectangular Grill: https://amzn.to/2laJ1w1

Propane Adapter: https://amzn.to/2y7QKEw

Tongs: https://amzn.to/2sV4htU

Long spatula: https://amzn.to/2JEWaw9

Spray bottle for flare-ups: https://amzn.to/2JDT4Z2

Grill basket: https://amzn.to/2MpkkZ3

Fish basket: https://amzn.to/2LQb5zQ

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Weird Wiring Colors Jun 13, 2018

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If you buy a used boat, someday you're sure to discover something that the prior owner did that leaves you scratching your head.

For Carolyn Shearlock, it was wiring colors. It seems that if a piece of wire was needed, one was simply grabbed without regard to whether it was the same color as what it was spliced into.

She and her husband didn't want to get into the time and expense of re-wiring. Here she explains how they made it easier to trace wires and know what was what.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Gear Breaks Jun 11, 2018

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Things WILL break on your boat. Many times, a permanent fix isn't immediately possible, especially if you're in a remote area. So what are you doing to do in the meantime?

Carolyn Shearlock details numerous ways to cope with common gear failures.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Post-Hurricane Unseen Dangers Jun 09, 2018

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Unfortunately, with hurricanes come sunken, holed and grounded boats. The shattered dreams are devasting and everyone wants to recover their boat or at least go aboard and see what can be salvaged.

Be careful, though: think about what's in the water in the wake of a hurricane.

Two of Carolyn Shearlock's boats have taken direct hits by hurricanes and she's been very involved in the harbor cleanups with them and also with two (non-hurricane) events where friends' boats sunk. Here, she talks a bit about safety in the cleanup phase. Don't compound the tragedy!

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Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

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