A discussion of the 2 vastly different weather challenges we faced while sailing from the US to the BVI.  Storm Tactics by Lin Pardey (Amazon)  Other Lin Pardey Books (Amazon) Nica email  Carolyn email  Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter!  Going to the Bahamas? Aqua Map has more helpful features than any other nav app, using the highly-accurate Explorer Charts with Active Captain and Waterway Guide overlays. Easy route creation, plus tides, currents, waypoints, an anchor alarm - it’s all here! Buy the most-up-to-date charts for specific areas on either a one-year or lifetime access basis, all with unlimited updates. Find Aqua Map (careful; no “s”) wherever you find your apps. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig  

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Good food keeps your boat dog healthy. But there are other things to consider when selecting food for your dog when you love aboard. Keep listening to learn what we fed our boat dog. And for suggestions of what might work for yours. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Sojo's Dehydrated Food (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3R8RK16 Honest Kitchen (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3VkW7sl Freeze Dried Liver (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/4c2CuuB 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          

Boat Dog Food Considerations

 Dealing with plastic trash on board. Here are my best  tips for garbage management while cruising remote islands. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Sailing Totem Trash Post - https://bit.ly/3yrOZRV Wooden Spoons for Mashing (Amazon ) - https://bit.ly/3yrOZRV 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, known for making the Mantus Anchor, proven over time to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms. Mantus just introduced a new product, the Mantus Dinghy, a rotomolded hard dinghy designed for cruisers and made to last. 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             

It’s a Wrap!

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    

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