Mar 18, 2026
The last regularly scheduled episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is a discussion between Nica and Carolyn on how cruising has changed.
Summary
Today's episode of The Boat Galley podcast is actually a little different. Welcome to a conversation between Carolyn Shearlock and Nica Waters on changes to cruising in the past...
Dec 22, 2025
Hunting for the elusive, Japanese glass fishing floats.
Summary:
Fishermen around the world use floats of some kind to keep their nets suspended in the ocean. Originally, floats were often wood or cork. Today, they are frequently made of plastic or styrofoam. The choice of material depends on where you are.
We...
Nov 24, 2025
Thanksgiving when cruising can be challenging. Today I look at past celebrations aboard.
Summary:
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. This year, however, we're 5000 miles away from home. It could be easy to feel sad about missing family, but it also brings back memories.
I associate Thanksgiving with a feeling...
Nov 17, 2025
If you've never checked into a marina or mooring field before, how do you learn? Here are the procedures and best practices.
Summary:
When you’re headed to a new marina or mooring field, prepare ahead of time by checking the layout. Visit their website or use Google Maps. Advanced familiarity will make the marina...
Oct 27, 2025
A Tuamotus shopping experience where the ship is a store. Buying directly from the supply ship in Takaroa was a lovely cruising lesson
Summary
Cruising offers opportunities to have many new experiences and to learn new skills. We recently learned how to "shop the ship" in the Tuamotus. Let me tell you about it.