THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

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

56 Posts
A smiling woman, Debora DeNapoli, wears an orange life vest and holds up a child's watercolor drawing depicting a rescue boat scene.
6 minutes

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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Safety First: 10 Insights into the Atlas 190 Life Jacket
5 minutes

Safety First: 10 Insights into the Atlas 190 Life Jacket

Introducing our Atlas 190 life jacket, crafted for comfort and survival. We designed our first ISO-certified PFD for easy movement and high buoyancy. In our interview with Mustang Survival's International...

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A vintage photo of young Danielle Baker in a blue and yellow rain suit, sitting on a wet porch in Bamfield, BC.
3 minute read

Floater Coats and Festivities: The Holidays on the West Coast

From storm encounters to holiday traditions, discover the community of Bamfield's enduring spirit. Experience the magic of caroling on fish boats and the warmth of community potlucks. This story is...

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An aerial view of file 61edde.jpg shows three CAL FIRE rescue personnel wearing red helmets and high-visibility gear navigating a yellow inflatable raft through turbulent river rapids.
3 minutes

Mustang Survival and CAL FIRE discuss five disaster response strategies

Over the last nearly seven decades, CAL FIRE—tasked initially with protecting wildlands—has delved into the world of rescue work while expanding to protect large cities and counties. The organization has an...

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Overhead drone view of two people paddling expedition stand-up paddleboards side-by-side through murky river water.
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 video collage showcases a montage of archival photos and video clips highlighting historical maritime, rescue, and aviation operations, with personnel wearing survival gear.
4 minutes

The Life Saving Coat: 55 Years Later

Fifty-Five Years ago, a phone rang in the Mustang Survival office in Vancouver’s historic Gastown. “This is John Wayne speaking. I’ve got to get one of those damn jackets of...

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