THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

Adventures, expeditions, and how-tos - follow along with our stories and those of our ambassadors.

Cole Brauer’s Christmas at Sea
5 mins

Cole Brauer’s Christmas at Sea

Last Christmas, solo sailor Cole Brauer celebrated aboard First Light during her non-stop circumnavigation. Racing through the Indian Ocean, she blended family traditions, offshore adventure, and global camaraderie, inspiring sailors...

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Saving Lives and Serving Fries: Debora DeNapoli's Inspiring Journey in the Marine Industry
6 minutes

Saving Lives and Serving Fries: Debora DeNapoli's Inspiring Journey in the Marine Industry

Join Debora DeNapoli's remarkable journey in the marine industry as she defies stereotypes. A pivotal moment during a water taxi emergency showcased her leadership skills, propelling her into a career...

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Witnessing Change: Environmental Shifts in the Polar Regions
4 minutes

Witnessing Change: Environmental Shifts in the Polar Regions

Moira Le Patourel, reveals the alarming environmental changes in the Arctic. From calving glaciers to polar bear habitat shifts, Moira emphasizes our responsibility to protect these delicate ecosystems. Earth Day...

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Beyond Expectations: Conquering the Yukon 1000's Wild Challenge
5 minutes

Beyond Expectations: Conquering the Yukon 1000's Wild Challenge

"A happy accident" is how Craig Sawyer and Scott 'Skip' Innes describe the events that led to their 1000-mile paddle through the remote wilderness of northern Canada. 

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A PFD Saved My Life
2 minute read

A PFD Saved My Life

Growing up, Hunter Bland learned to respect the water and always wear a PFD. It was ingrained in him to never step foot on the water without wearing one. He...

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Expedition SUP of Mi'kmaw'ki
4 minute read

Expedition SUP of Mi'kmaw'ki

Last summer, optimistic and untethered by the ephemeral nature of passage on the Atlantic, Mariele Guerrero set out with a goal of circumnavigating the entire province of mainland Nova Scotia, by...

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