The Boat Galley

Things WILL break on your boat. Many times, a permanent fix isn't immediately possible, especially if you're in a remote area. What can you do in the meantime? Carolyn Shearlock details numerous ways to cope with common gear failures. Sponsor: Marmara Imports. Turkish towels and other fine hand-loomed textiles from Turkey. View their selection at marmaraimports.com and use the code TAKE10 at checkout through June 30 for $10 off any bath size product. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Two of Carolyn Shearlock's boats have taken direct hits by hurricanes and she's been involved in the harbor cleanups with them and also with two (non-hurricane) events where friends' boats sunk. Stay safe - don't compound the tragedy! Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with GALLEY2018 at checkout. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Moving onto a boat means downsizing. Nica Waters, who's doing this right now, gives you clues on how to decide what comes with you! Sponsor: Marmara Imports. Turkish towels and other fine hand-loomed, fair trade textiles from Turkey. Soft and luxurious, yet tiny to store and fast drying. View their selection at marmaraimports.com and use the code TAKE10 at checkout through June 30 for a $10.00 discount on any bath size product (39"X70")  Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

While Carolyn Shearlock generally loves cruising, one of those “get me out of here” days hit her last summer. Listen in for how she quickly got back to loving it. Sponsor: Marmara Imports. Turkish towels and other fine hand-loomed, fair trade textiles from Turkey. View their selection at marmaraimports.com and use the code TAKE10 at checkout through June 30 for a $10.00 discount on any bath size product (39" x 70"). Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

The cruising cook has many responsibilities beyond ensuring everyone on board is well fed. She/he is the person who is most responsible for ensuring the crew stays healthy. Lin Pardey shares two important tips tor making your summer cruise or voyage through the tropics a healthy one. Sponsor: The Boat Galley Guide to Storing Food without Refrigeration Coupon code for $1 off: PODCAST Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

How do you know if your batteries are getting charged enough? If there’s enough power to watch a movie? If your solar panels or wind generator are sufficient? Do you need to run the generator? Carolyn Shearlock explains a simple device that will give you just the info you need. Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout.  Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

If you're living off the grid — at anchor — what electrical “goodies” can you reasonably have and how do you power them? Sponsor: GoSunstove.com Inventors of the world's fastest most compact solar cookers for all your ship to shore culinary adventures. GoSun - using the power of the sun to fuel your galley life. Use coupon code Galley2018 to save 10% on any order through December 2018 Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Any new venture involves new language; shortcut the learning curve with this episode! Links VHF radio (on Amazon): https://amzn.to/2xnAPRY Storm Tactics (on Amazon): https://amzn.to/2L21hlZ FastSeas weather routing site: www.fastseas.com Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Can you use all the systems on your boat? Someday, you may have to. Can everyone else aboard also use everything? Carolyn Shearlock explains why this is critical and what they've done on their boat to ensure that everyone can handle everything if need be. Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout. Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Boat ovens are notorious for baking unevenly -- one part of an item will be burned while another part is raw. Carolyn Shearlock, author of The Boat Galley Cookbook, gives a quick solution that will make a huge difference . . . at a very low cost! Sponsor: The Boat Galley Guide to Storing Food without Refrigeration  Coupon code for $1 off: PODCAST Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

How many times do I have to rearrange things before I get it “right”? Why isn’t it obvious where things should go? And why is it that what seemed like such a good idea last month isn’t working now? Sponsor: Shambala Sailing Adventures, offering customized learning charters in Exumas, Bahamas. Sail her like you own her with coaching from Captain Suky Cannon. Contact her at CaptainSuky@gmail.com; mention this podcast for 10% off. Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Naming your boat can be harder than naming your child. Experienced cruiser Nica Waters shares 5 tips to think about – and the story of her boat’s name. Sponsor: Fastseas.com – making weather routing simple. Whether you are after speed or comfort, Fastseas will find the optimum route to your destination. Coupon Code: GALLEY2018  Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

No one is immune to mistakes. But the big thing is how you handle it at the time, and what happens next. Carolyn Shearlock tells of her most recent screw-up and gives thoughts on what is and isn’t helpful, and how you can (hopefully) avoid a similar mistake in the future. Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Coupon Code: Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout. Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Watchkeeping is not just about ensuring you avoid collisions, it is about ensuring the boat is safe, the gear is working properly and the person off watch is sleeping well. Lin Pardey gives eight tips for better night watches and sleeping when off watch. Sponsor: SeaTech Systems, offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather and communications. Free shipping through July 2018 with the code GALLEY2018 at checkout.  Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

Cooking on a boat is a bit different to start with but cooking while underway, particularly if conditions are "sporty," takes it a step further.  Carolyn Shearlock, author of The Boat Galley Cookbook, gives 13 tips to make cooking on a moving platform easier and safer. Sponsor: Solavore Solar Ovens. Cook with the power of the sun with your Solavore Sport solar oven. Use coupon code Galley2018 for 15% off through July 2018.  Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig