A moment of inattention led to a fire. The good news is we knew what to do. But it could have been disastrous. Here's what you can learn from our bad day.

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Fire Blanket (Amazon)

Fire Extinguisher (Amazon)

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Learning from others is never bad.

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Good Old Boat

Practical Sailor

Lin and Larry Pardey

The Boat Galley Cookbook (Amazon)

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Looking for a one-stop-shop for all your Pacific Northwest cruising needs? NW Explorations offers bareboat charters, guided flotillas, powerboat training, service, detailing, and brokerage. Located on the Washington coast and Vancouver Island, you're covered no matter which side of the border you're on. Visit nwexplorations.com to learn more.

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Older boat ovens have some common issues, from low temps to uneven baking. Here are some simple solutions to help you use your propane boat oven more easily.

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Oven Thermometer (Amazon)

Baking Stones (Amazon)

Chicago Metallic Nonstick Bakeware (Amazon)

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Got provisions? Now get them home to the boat!

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Self Sufficient Galley Course

L L Bean Backpack

Flip and Tumble Bags

Gecko Brand Backpack Cooler (Amazon)

Foldable Shopping Cart (Amazon)

The Boat Galley Cookbook (Amazon)

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Hand dishwashing isn't rocket science. But a few tips from an experienced cruiser will help you save water and get dishes clean with less effort. Leaving more time for fun.

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Pan Scraper (Amazon)

Aquaboat Mister by Lunatec (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Budget-friendly weather routing and passage planning for cruisers, by a cruiser. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. Use coupon code BG20 for an exclusive 10% discount. FastSeas - making weather routing simple.

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Provisioning for coastal cruising has its own challenges.

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Self-sufficient Galley Course

The Boat Galley Cookbook (Amazon)

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Installing or upgrading a boat refrigerator takes some thought. Here's what you need to know about boat fridges to make the right choice for you.

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Engel Portable Fridge/ Freezer (Amazon)

Storing Food Without Refrigeration (Amazon)

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Cigale 16

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Looking for a one-stop-shop for all your Pacific Northwest cruising needs? NW Explorations offers bareboat charters, guided flotillas, powerboat training, service, detailing, and brokerage. Located on the Washington coast and Vancouver Island, you're covered no matter which side of the border you're on. Visit nwexplorations.com to learn more.

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One cruiser who admits his fears explains why he does it.

Looking for a one-stop-shop for all your Pacific Northwest cruising needs? NW Explorations offers bareboat charters, guided flotillas, powerboat training, service, detailing, and brokerage. Located on the Washington coast and Vancouver Island, you're covered no matter which side of the border you're on. Visit nwexplorations.com to learn more.

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My 3 best tips to help you start intentionally exercising on board.

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Yoga Mat (Amazon)

Sliders (Amazon)

Resistance Bands (Amazon)

Nica's Beachbody Page (she's a coach!)

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Looking for a one-stop-shop for all your Pacific Northwest cruising needs? NW Explorations offers bareboat charters, guided flotillas, powerboat training, service, detailing, and brokerage. Located on the Washington coast and Vancouver Island, you're covered no matter which side of the border you're on. Visit nwexplorations.com to learn more.

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