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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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Stargazing Aboard

Published on November 10, 2017; last updated on May 15, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

One of the big privileges of cruising even a few miles away from city lights is viewing the night sky. WOW! Tips for even more enjoyable stargazing --

One of the big privileges of cruising even a few miles away from city lights is viewing the night sky. WOW! Tips for even more enjoyable stargazing —  [More] Stargazing Aboard

Communications Apps for Cruisers

Published on November 3, 2017; last updated on May 15, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well!

How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well! [More] Communications Apps for Cruisers

How DO cruisers communicate with loved ones back home? Alternatives that are MUCH cheaper than international phone rates and work just as well!

Cruising with a Dog

Published on October 27, 2017; last updated on August 12, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sure, you've seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?

Sure, you’ve seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know? [More] Cruising with a Dog

Sure, you've seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?

Weird Wiring Colors

Published on October 14, 2017; last updated on July 15, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you do when a prior owner of your boat has used "unconventional" wire colors? Here's our solution that doesn't involve re-wiring the boat.

What do you do when a prior owner of your boat has used “unconventional” wire colors? Here’s our solution that doesn’t involve re-wiring the boat. [More] Weird Wiring Colors

Dangerous Waters

Published on October 6, 2017; last updated on May 15, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Recovering from a hurricane? Watch out for what's in the water -- both seen and unseen. Don't compound the tragedy.

Recovering from a hurricane? Watch out for what’s in the water — both seen and unseen. Don’t compound the tragedy. [More] Dangerous Waters

That Time I Hated Cruising

Published on September 29, 2017; last updated on July 21, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

When cruising isn't going well, what can you do to get things back on track? Here's my story . . .

When cruising isn’t going well, what can you do to get things back on track? Here’s my story . . .  [More] That Time I Hated Cruising

When cruising isn't goinig well, what can you do to get things back on track? Here's my story . . .

The Power Equation

Published on September 22, 2017; last updated on July 30, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Listen in for our 4-step approach to having sufficient power for the things we want on our boat.

Listen in for our 4-step approach to having sufficient power for the things we want on our boat. [More] The Power Equation

Listen in for our 4-step approach to having sufficient power for the things we want on our boat.

Boat Systems for Everyone

Published on September 15, 2017; last updated on July 30, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

If someone gets injured or ill -- or just has to be away from the boat for some reason -- someone else aboard is going to have to step up. But can they?

If someone gets injured or ill — or just has to be away from the boat for some reason — someone else aboard is going to have to step up. But can they? [More] Boat Systems for Everyone

If someone gets injured or ill -- or just has to be away from the boat for some reason -- someone else aboard is going to have to step up. But can they?

Where Should I Put What?

Published on September 8, 2017; last updated on July 20, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Organizing everything on your boat can seem like a never-ending task. Some tips, as well as why I think it happens.

Organizing everything on your boat can seem like a never-ending task. Some tips, as well as why I think it happens. [More] Where Should I Put What?

Organizing everything on your boat can seem like a never-ending task. Some tips, as well as why I think it happens.

Mistakes Happen

Published on September 1, 2017; last updated on May 15, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Accidents are no fun, but they happen. Hopefully they're just "fender-benders" and the boat isn't totaled. Life does go on.

Accidents are no fun, but they happen. Hopefully they’re just “fender-benders” and the boat isn’t totaled. Life does go on. [More] Mistakes Happen

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