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Welcome to The Boat Galley podcast, filled with tips and how-to's to help you sail away into the sunset -- whether for the weekend or forever.

Each episode is filled with information you can act on immediately and there's plenty of encouragement, too. You CAN do this!

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Mar 17, 2025

What are the food logistics for a Panama Canal transit? With the potential for an expensive food delivery bill on the line, we give you the best tips to avoid a real budget buster.

 Summary

When we hired an agent to help us navigate our transit through the Panama Canal, we got a lot of answers. But the requirements...


Mar 10, 2025

Good fans are a necessity when you're cruising in a hot climate. But which one will give you the most air movement for the fewest amps?

Summary

If you're cruising in the tropics, you'll want to know the best fans for living on a boat in hot weather. My choice is the Caframo, 12-volt, cage-free fan. It moves the most air...


Mar 3, 2025

Moving onto a boat is one thing. Starting to cruise is another. And both have steep learning curves. Nica and Carolyn suggest tips for getting out of your comfort zone when making these big life changes. 

Summary

Moving onto a boat and beginning cruising has a steep learning curve. It's not just beaches and...


Feb 24, 2025

The best galley gear takes up little room and can do more thn one thing. And the Kuhn Rikon 4th Burner Mini Pot exceeds all expectations. If you have space for one more pot, this is the one I suggest.

Summary

This flexible bit of galley gear is worth having on your boat if you can make room for it. Wihile it won't...


Feb 18, 2025

Taking a 28’ sailboat from the Atlantic to the Pacific takes some doing! Nica gives the first hand account transiting the Panama Canal, one of the world's most iconic waterways.

Summary

Yes, transiting the Panama Canal in a small sailboat involves logistics, paperwork, and lots of money. But it's also a unique visual...