If offered the choice between a mooring ball or anchoring, which would you choose? It's sometimes a matter of trust.  Latitude 38 article on Archer Mooring Failure: https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/bad-night-bora-bora-lagoon/     Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com    Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3WHCU2n 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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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      

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              

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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    

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