THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

SLPA, founded by Caroline Dawson, combines paddle-boarding with environmental stewardship. Based on the River Dee, SLPA engages in river cleans, invasive species awareness, and dark skies events. Committed to sustainability, SLPA promotes Leave No Trace principles and supports local businesses, making every paddle an eco-friendly adventure.

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 and marine enthusiasts worldwide with her incredible solo yacht racing journey.

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 with BC Ferries. Advancing her education with a Bridge Watchman certification, Debora's determined to become a captain.

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 2024 calls for collective action to preserve these vital regions and their extraordinary inhabitants.

"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. 

It’s been called "The Everest of the Seas". Few have stepped up to the startline. Even fewer have completed the course. Mustang Survival Ambassador, Nicolas Troussel, takes on the 2020 Vendée Globe.

Words|| Jess Robson  - Photos || Courtesy CORUM L’Épargne

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Annie Nagel is an accomplished competitive kayak fisher who discovered the sport after a terrifying car accident changed her life. As soon as she reeled in her first acrobatic rainbow trout, she was hooked. This is her story of living beyond land.

Many people, including Jimmy Martinello, escape to a warmer climate before the cold weather truly hits. This past fall was a different story for him. He was invited to Iceland. A dream trip and he jumped at the chance. 

Wildlife photography might not be glamorous - but for Ryan Tidman, the pursuit and the challenge is beyond worth it. Dip in for a day in Ryan’s life as he navigates the weather and waters of October in the Pacific Northwest, documenting pacific white-sided dolphins in the name of conversation.