Cooler temps mean more condensation on the boat. And with condensation comes mold and mildew. Ugh. But there are a few ways to at least keep up with it.  Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Borax Powder (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3SeRgaJ Miracle Mist (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/48Qnv5y Concrobium (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3vtmt0J Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Today’s episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself! Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig        

Online paperwork for the win! A walk through of the cruising permit application for the Bahamas. Links:  Bahamas Customs Site Cruising Permit Page -  https://bit.ly/48zILMK Blog Post - https://bit.ly/48G8UcI Bahamas Cruising Permit Costs (Scroll to bottom of page) -  https://bit.ly/4aJbznR  The Boat Galley Bahamas Reference - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas-cruising-guide The Boat Galley Cruising the Bahamas course - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas   Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Today’s episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Lunatec, makers of the hydration spray bottle, odor-free dishcloth and self-cleaning washcloth. Lunatec offers practical gear designed to save water and reduce waste. A water bottle that doubles as a garden hose? A dish cloth that doesn’t get stinky? Yes, please! Visit Lunatecgear.com to learn more; use code boatgalley to save 10% on everything. Lunatec: innovative gear for your outdoor adventures. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig      

Powdered milk is awful. Right? Well, there is one option you might want to try. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Nido Powdered Milk - https://amzn.to/41J6NCF Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. FastSeas - making weather routing simple. Use coupon code GALLEY for an exclusive 10% discount. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig  

  Looking ahead can be instructive in deciding whether a window is good enough or not. Sometimes you take what’s not quite perfect. Links:   Chris Parker Weather Forecasting -  https://www.mwxc.com The Boat Galley Bahamas Reference - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas-cruising-guide  The Boat Galley Cruising the Bahamas Course - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas   Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com  Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig        

It can be hard to find butter and cheese in some cruising grounds. You certainly want it to last once you find it. Here's how--whether you have a refrigerator or not. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Eating Well with a Tiny Fridge - https://resources.theboatgalley.com/products/courses/view/39 Lock & Lock Storage Containers (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/41BSP5K Canned Butter (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3v44Fco Bega Canned Cheese (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/48uF4rK Cheddar Cheese Powder (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/48vNcbw Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig              

Budget size first, then dollars - A few things to think about when provisioning the boat. Links: Costco - https://www.costco.com/   Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig        

Everyone's "to do" list for going to the Bahamas will be different. But here are a few things to get you thinking based on our second trip there. Links: Get Ready to Cruise the Bahamas Course - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas Bahamas Cruising Guide - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas-cruising-guide Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig          

The stress of uncertainty is very real. A discussion of how hard it is to not quite be settled.   Links:  Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig  

Taking a charter trip to the British Virgin Islands this winter? Then keep listening for some provisioning options--and questions to ask when you approach one. Links: Bobby's Supermarket - https://www.bobbyssupermarket.com RiteWay Food Markets - https://www.riteway.vg Tico - http://www.ticobvi.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Today’s episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Lunatec, makers of the hydration spray bottle, odor-free dishcloth and self-cleaning washcloth. Lunatec offers practical gear designed to save water and reduce waste. A water bottle that doubles as a garden hose? A dish cloth that doesn’t get stinky? Yes, please! Visit Lunatecgear.com to learn more; use code boatgalley to save 10% on everything. Lunatec: innovative gear for your outdoor adventures. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig      

Acknowledging the very real challenges to onboard exercise - and how to deal with them. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Yoga Mat (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3RwvcrQ WhatsApp - https://www.whatsapp.com Zoom - https://zoom.us/  Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3YBkvpE Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by CLR Marine, suppliers of the "Extend Your Step" boarding ladder extension. Is your boat ladder just too short to comfortably and easily get out of the water? Extend Your Step fits right onto your existing boarding ladder, offering a stable and easy way to get a longer ladder. Find the Extend Your Step (and so many other fabulous products) at CLRMarine.com. Boat Galley Podcast listeners get a special 15% discount on the Extend Your Step through December 31, 2023, with the coupon code BOATGALLEY2023. CLRMarine - where your boat is our business. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig