The Boat Galley Podcast

The Boat Galley podcasts are quick bits of info and actionable tips to help you in every stage of your cruising adventures. Each episode is typically just 5 to 10 minutes long, so the points are easy to remember.

Two podcasters -- Nica Waters and me (Carolyn Shearlock) -- with tips and info to turn your cruising dreams into reality.

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Annapolis by Water!

Published on November 30, 2021; last updated on November 23, 2021 by Nica Waters

Finally hitting the boat show on our own boat, and what we learned about Annapolis as a cruiser. [More] Annapolis by Water!

How to Store Drinks in a Boat Fridge

Published on November 26, 2021; last updated on November 29, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

With a little planning you can keep drinks cold in your boat refrigerator without wasting power. Here’s how. [More] How to Store Drinks in a Boat Fridge

Sundowner Etiquette

Published on November 23, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Nica Waters

Digging into why you bring your own drinks when invited to someone else’s boat
[More] Sundowner Etiquette

How to Insulate Your Boat Fridge – the Easy Way

Published on November 19, 2021; last updated on November 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can keep food cold in hot climates. And without overworking your batteries. Learn the easy way to add insulation to your boat fridge. [More] How to Insulate Your Boat Fridge – the Easy Way

Shakedown Success!

Published on November 16, 2021; last updated on November 8, 2021 by Nica Waters

Testing the systems was a great excuse to go sailing. [More] Shakedown Success!

How to Use Your Boat Oven’s Baking Stone

Published on November 12, 2021; last updated on November 7, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A baking stone eliminates hot spots in your galley oven, improving your baked goods. Here’s how to get the most from yours. [More] How to Use Your Boat Oven’s Baking Stone

We LOVE Newport!

Published on November 9, 2021; last updated on November 2, 2021 by Nica Waters

3 reasons we really, really loved Newport. It’s more cruiser-friendly than we’d expected!
[More] We LOVE Newport!

How to Deal with Multiplying Problems

Published on November 5, 2021; last updated on October 26, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

One problem can lead to another on a boat. But there’s some simple advice that can help you cope. [More] How to Deal with Multiplying Problems

Transiting NYC During a UN Session

Published on November 2, 2021; last updated on November 30, 2021 by Nica Waters

Our panic on hearing that the entire East River is closed to navigation during a UN session mellowed out when we realized that was a slight exaggeration. [More] Transiting NYC During a UN Session