THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

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

Paddling for a Purpose
3 minutes

Paddling for a Purpose

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,...

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Cole Brauer’s Christmas at Sea
5 minutes

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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nicolas troussel preparing for the vendee globe race
10 minutes

The Race of a Lifetime

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....

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