Keeping boat life positive is a big responsibility. Who is the happiness engineer on your boat? 

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 -  https://www.sailingtotem.com/

Blog post Referencing Happiness Engineers -  https://www.sailingtotem.com/blog/state-of-the-totem 

Bahamas Cruising Guide -  https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas-cruising-guide  

Bahamas Chart Kit (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/45MBSXi

Annapolis Sailboat Show - https://annapolisboatshows.com/sailboat-show/ 

Cruisers University - https://cruisersuniversity.com/ 

Salty Dawg Sailing Association -  https://www.saltydawgsailing.org/

Nica email - [email protected] 

Carolyn email - [email protected]

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The Boat Galley is thrilled to partner with the Salty Dawg Sailing Association, an educational and charitable organization that helps sailors realize their long-distance cruising dreams. Rallies like the Caribbean Rally, rendezvouses like the Annapolis Boat Show dinner with renowned sailor Gary Jobson - every SDSA event helps guide newbies to independent decision-making and offshore confidence. There's still time to be part of the fun for 2023. Join a rally, join a rendezvous - but whatever you do, join the SDSA today. Salty Dawg Sailing Association - sailors helping sailors. Visit saltydawgsailing.org to learn more. 

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

We use our phones for more than ever--photos, navigation, oh, and also making calls. But to use it, you have to keep it dry. Here's my favorite case to protect my phone on the boat.

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

ugoWear Phone Case for Phones up to 7" (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/45CaQ4V

ugoWear - https://ugowear.com/

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The Boat Galley is thrilled to partner with the Salty Dawg Sailing Association, an educational and charitable organization that helps sailors realize their long-distance cruising dreams. Salty Dawg's Volunteers are veteran sailors, guiding newbies to independent decision-making and offshore confidence. Join a rally, join a rendezvous - but whatever you do, join the SDSA today. Heading to the islands this winter? The Caribbean Rally leaves November 1 and there’s still time to join! Salty Dawg Sailing Association - sailors helping sailors. Visit saltydawgsailing.org to learn more.

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

3 reasons (plus an extra) why making room for an onboard printer is a good idea.

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

Calypso’s Onboard Printer (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/44H9i8n

Waterproof Container (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/45IN4o2

Sailing Totem - http://www.sailingtotem.com/

Annapolis Sailboat Show -  https://annapolisboatshows.com/sailboat-show/ 

 Cruisers University - https://cruisersuniversity.com/ 

 Salty Dawg Sailing Association -  www.saltydawgsailing.org 

 Nica email - [email protected]

Carolyn email - [email protected]

Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2

The Boat Galley is thrilled to partner with the Salty Dawg Sailing Association, an educational and charitable organization that helps sailors realize their long-distance cruising dreams. Salty Dawg's Volunteers are veteran sailors, guiding newbies to independent decision-making and offshore confidence. Join a rally, join a rendezvous - but whatever you do, join the SDSA today. Heading to the islands this winter? The Caribbean Rally leaves November 1 and there’s still time to join! Salty Dawg Sailing Association - sailors helping sailors. Visit saltydawgsailing.org to learn more.

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

You had a great day fishing. But now you have more than you can eat. How do you store fresh seafood in your boat fridge so it lasts?

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Fish Filleting Knife (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3r0kjEc

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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.

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

What exactly an MMSI is and what to know when applying for one.

Links: 

BoatUS - https://www.boatus.com/

US Power Squadrons -  https://www.usps.org/lc/bare/mmsi.html

Federal Communications Commission - https://www.fcc.gov/

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Carolyn email - [email protected]

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Todays episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Prism Polish, the ultimate all-in-one metal polish. It cleans, polishes, and protects all in one easy step. Safe for all metals, it is 100% non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Save 10% on your first order at prismpolish.com and using the promo code "galley" at check-out. Don’t wait any longer. Order Prism Polish today and make all your stubborn metal shine like new!

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Are you cruising anywhere that hurricanes can hit? Then your insurance company will want to see your hurricane plan. Here's how to make one.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by CLR Marine, suppliers of the "Extend Your Step" boarding ladder extension. Is your boat ladder just too short to comfortably and easily get out of the water? Extend Your Step fits right onto your existing boarding ladder, offering a stable and easy way to get a longer ladder. Find the Extend Your Step (and so many other fabulous products) at CLRMarine.com. Boat Galley Podcast listeners get a special 15% discount on the Extend Your Step through December 31, 2023, with the coupon code BOATGALLEY2023. CLRMarine - where your boat is our business.

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Easy at a glance identification is just a quick machine away: the why’s and what’s of choosing a label maker.

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

Brother Label Maker (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/47Hhh86

Replacement Label Tape (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3P6GpxX

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Carolyn email - [email protected]

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Without a good can opener, all that food in your boat is worthless. But is there one that just works? Every time?

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

Swing-A-Way Can Opener (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3YJC2Mp

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Todays episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Prism Polish, the ultimate all-in-one metal polish. It cleans, polishes, and protects all in one easy step. Safe for all metals, it is 100% non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Save 10% on your first order at prismpolish.com and using the promo code "galley" at check-out. Don’t wait any longer. Order Prism Polish today and make all your stubborn metal shine like new!

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Keeping the chaos of screws and bolts down helps projects progress. These are the 3 essential attributes to look for in a fastener storage container.

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Walmart Hypertough Boxes (Affiliate) - https://fave.co/45v1Jm3

Craft Box (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3QFicjq

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

How do you get the information you need when arriving in a new anchorage or marina? Well, there's always the Cruiser's Net. Here's what you need to know to use it.

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig