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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Challenges With Cheap Cell Plans

Published on January 26, 2021; last updated on January 20, 2021 by Nica Waters

Figuring out which cell plan to go with took some trial and error. I wish I’d thought about some of these things up front. [More] Challenges With Cheap Cell Plans

Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

Published on January 22, 2021; last updated on January 15, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t waste energy keeping your boat fridge cool. Here’s how to make it more efficient. [More] Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

Boatcards and Memories

Published on January 19, 2021; last updated on January 11, 2021 by Nica Waters

Packing up the house to sell unearthed a lot of memories from our first cruise. In the form of boat cards. [More] Boatcards and Memories

Keep Produce Fresh on the Boat

Published on January 15, 2021; last updated on January 7, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keep your produce fresh on the boat. Here’s how. [More] Keep Produce Fresh on the Boat

Sunglasses

Published on January 12, 2021; last updated on January 7, 2021 by Nica Waters

https://www.fit2sail.com/countdown-to-cruising/2020/12/24/sunglasses [More] Sunglasses

Making Tasty Canned Meat Meals

Published on January 8, 2021; last updated on January 3, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can make delicious meals with canned meats. Here’s how. [More] Making Tasty Canned Meat Meals

Forced Flexibility

Published on January 5, 2021; last updated on December 26, 2020 by Nica Waters

Realizing I need a general plan to look forward to was a change for me. Understanding what that meant was helpful to Jeremy. [More] Forced Flexibility

New Cruisers Sleep Loss – What To Do

Published on January 1, 2021; last updated on December 26, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are you a new cruiser having trouble sleeping? It’s understandable. Here’s how to rest better. [More] New Cruisers Sleep Loss – What To Do

Appreciating Family

Published on December 29, 2020; last updated on December 23, 2020 by Nica Waters

Gratitude expressed for something I once took for granted. [More] Appreciating Family

Keep Cool When It’s Hot – Here’s How

Published on December 25, 2020; last updated on December 20, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether it’s hot flashes or it’s just plain hot, there are ways to cope. Here’s how I stay cool on our boat in the tropics. [More] Keep Cool When It’s Hot – Here’s How