 It’s not quite as simple as YouTube makes it seem. Here's a discussion of the 2 aspects to learning to cruise, and how to go about getting the needed experience.  Links:  The Boat Galley Courses - https://resources.theboatgalley.com/products    Sailing Totem Cruising Coaching - https://coaching.sailingtotem.com/coaching    MorseAlpha - https://morsealpha.com/    59 North - https://www.59-north.com/    John Kretschmer Sailing - https://johnkretschmersailing.com/    Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com    Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Lunatec’s new hydration spray lid adds a mister, shower, bidet and drinking to Hydroflask and other insulated bottles so you can have hot or cold pressurized water all day long. All day long cold water for cooling and drinking and hot water for cleaning dishes and people is amazing. Only $20 on Kickstarter -- https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lunatec/hydroflask-mister/. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig          

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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      

Efficient Food Storage Containers for a Boat

 Finding space, both mental and physical, is not always easy. Here's a discussion of our onboard hobbies, and how they make life better!  Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Gong Wing Foil Kit - https://bit.ly/49RaZTz Kindle (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/49vCEJq iPad (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3UePrvs Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/49Axwn9  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              

Hobbies Aboard

Scraping your boat's bottom is never a fun job. But the right tools can make it go just a bit faster. Learn about about the tool another boatowner introduced me to that I'd never go without again. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Six-in-One Painter's Tool (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3U7FTlO 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    

A Great Tool for Scraping a Boat Bottom

 Easy, tasty shortcuts like a good mix make special pancake mornings happen more frequently. Just add water!    Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Aprils Maple Syrup - https://aprilsmaple.com/  Homemade Yogurt Recipe (Boat Galley Cookbook) - https://resources.theboatgalley.com/products/courses/view/8 Kodiak Pancake Mix (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3PIqCp4  Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com   Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE 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            

Favorite Pancake Mix

 How anchor gear meshed with food storage. A glimpse into how projects morph into each other on board. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Fortress Anchor (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3TN8Za0 Copper Flashing (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3TQS1Yq  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 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 and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself! Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig        

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