Welcome to The Boat Galley!

Dreaming of cruising, making plans or already on water? The Boat Galley can help you along your way, with tips, reviews and how-to’s for every step:

• deciding if cruising’s for you
• chartering
• buying a boat
• outfitting your new boat
• making a boat your only home — or not
• living aboard, whether for a weekend or a lifetime
• provisioning, food storage and cooking
• cruising to new places
• maintaining and repairing your boat

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Using Propane on a Boat

April 20, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know how to operate a propane stove? It’s not difficult, but it IS different. Learn the ins and outs before your first time cooking on one! [More] Using Propane on a Boat

Cruising with a Large Dog

April 18, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas Webster

Wondering how to go cruising with a big dog? What can you do to make it easier? Answers here from Pamela Douglas Webster, who cruises with Honey, a golden retriever. [More] Cruising with a Large Dog

A Day Aboard Totem

April 17, 2018 by Nica Waters

Cruising days generally involve life – cooking, eating, adventuring, fixing things. See how one day played out for 9 people on board Totem. [More] A Day Aboard Totem

Rumbrella Regatta

April 16, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

An absolute riot. Organize a Rumbrella Regatta in your next anchorage! Here’s how it works. [More] Rumbrella Regatta

TaLii Towels: Boat-Friendly Towels That Can Be Personalized

Fast-drying towels are a must on a boat, and TaLii towels are wonderful in that regard. Bonus: they can be laser embroidered with your boat name or logo! [More] TaLii Towels: Boat-Friendly Towels That Can Be Personalized

Do You Need a Watermaker?

Do you need a watermaker to go cruising? What are the pros and cons? Things to consider before making a major purchase. [More] Do You Need a Watermaker?

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