Favorite foods and a fun new twist on caroling help us keep content at what’s normally big family time.  Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Small Christmas Tree (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3Z6Gepl 500 LED Christmas Light String (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3Z6Gepl Santa Hats (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3CmtyRn Nica Email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn Email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Prefer to Read? Check out Holiday Traditions. - http://bit.ly/3WTrkkq Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3WHCU2n This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Marmara Imports.  Their hand loomed, fair trade, organic cotton Turkish towels are highly absorbent, dry quickly, fold flat and are soft and luxurious: perfect for life aboard!  Use coupon code Podcast10 for 10% off any order of $40 or more. Marmaraimports.com: more than a towel.   Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig    

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A fire emergency onboard is NOT the time to figure out how to use your fire extinguisher for the first time. Here are some tips that  just might save your boat. Or even your life. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Kidde Mariner 5 Fire Extinguisher (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3yB2i2o Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Looking to refinish your boat’s teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Teak Guard's 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. Visit AllGuardProducts.com and admire your teak with less maintenance. “You’re right! The best product for teak on the market!” Says Robert Villa Rica, GA Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig   

Tips for Using Your Boat's Fire Extinguisher

 The VHF is an important, often overlooked, piece of safety gear aboard. Here are six tips to help you get comfortable using it. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): VHF Radio (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4bRMwPp Remote Mic (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3QJqdTD Handheld VHF (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4abWg5G AIS Transponder - https://www.milltechmarine.com/xb-8000 VHF Radio Course - https://resources.theboatgalley.com/products/courses/view/44 Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Looking to refinish your boat’s teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Teak Guard's 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. Visit AllGuardProducts.com and admire your teak with less maintenance. “You’re right! The best product for teak on the market!” Says Robert Villa Rica, GA Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig                   

Using the VHF Radio

Spices and seasoning mixes keep your boat galley meals from getting dull. That's what it's important to keep them fresh. Keep listening to learn how. Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Life is too short to be uncomfortable on your boat - so don't be! PortVisor rainshields from Seaworthy Goods provide ventilation while keeping rain out. They’re made from tough UV-resistant lexan and install easily without tools, using their attached 3M adhesive tape. Visit SeaworthyGoods.com to learn more. Use coupon code SmartBoatStuff10 for an exclusive 10% off your next order. Seaworthy Goods - Smart stuff. Smart boats. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig    

How to Keep Spices Fresh in a Boat

Every bit of water consevation helps on a boat. Here are 5 tips to save water when washing dishes. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Lunatec Pressurized Spray Bottle (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4aSxc4B Nica Email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn Email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE 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. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig  

How to Save Water While Washing Dishes

Boat galley storage containers don't only have to keep food fresh. They also have to waste as little space as possible. Here are some to consider. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Tupperware Modular Mates (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/49HuOMJ Lock & Lock (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3JtaNPy Sterilite (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4d9HVt2 Rubbermaid Lock-its (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4d65SkW Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Looking to refinish your boat’s teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Teak Guard's 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. Visit AllGuardProducts.com and admire your teak with less maintenance. “You’re right! The best product for teak on the market!” Says Robert Villa Rica, GA Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig      

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