Sailing Into Oblivion Podcast

Time to go back to the good old days of hiking from Georgia to Maine on the Appalachian Trail.  In 2012 I set out on my first big adventure to Thru-hike the AT.  In this show I talk about what the trails is and why I went, how I got there and some of the things I took.  The plan is to do a podcast about each state and hopefully inspire a few people to get out in the woods and have some fun. Hosted...

I sit down with my father who was on the maiden voyage of the Mighty Sparrow.  He has always been an inspiration to me and has a few stories of his own adventures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today I sit down with my brother Adam who has helped me as my land based weather forecaster.  On many passages in the Atlantic and around the planet Adam kept a weather eye and shares his thoughts on what to look for and what forecasting platform he uses.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode is all about getting ready to set sail for a long ocean voyage.  Though not an expert I do have plenty of experience in getting ready for life at sea.  I talk about gear, clothing, food and more.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With every adventure their are people behind the scenes, most importantly parents.  We talk about what it is like to have a child that sets off in search of adventure and into some of the most dangerous places in the world.  Sleepless nights and happy days all come out in this interview, enjoy!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

My first interview is with a fellow adventurer, Walt Inman.  Though he is new to boating he started off with a bang when he and his wife took on the challenge of the Great Loop. Aboard his 41 foot trawler, Sea Gypsy, the adventure lasted over ten months and spanned over 6,000 miles.  Enjoy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

After 88 days at sea and over 10,000 miles covered we make our way to Beaufort SC in the middle of the night.  What a trip and I am glad to be home safe.  Thanks for listening and sail safe! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As we close the gap to less than 2,000 miles I try to keep my mind occupied and give you a look into a sunset aboard Mighty Sparrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the Hurricanes roll just to the North we sail to the West.  Hoping that the season will slow down and I can keep sailing without getting my butt kicked. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I have a new plan to sail non stop around the Atlantic, only worry is the hurricane season is underway.  I have to stay out of danger but start making my way back to the east coast of America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feeling the isolation and still unsure of the plan I am falling into depression off the coast of Africa. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Passage above Canada blocked I head South, away from the bad weather and cold.  Unsure of where to go I sail to the relative safety of the Azores.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Only a few weeks into the voyage things have changed.  If I want to enter the North West Passage I have to wait until the end of October, when its frozen again!  Time for a new plan! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back out on the ocean from Maine, the departure was July 12th 2020 and I am heading East around Newfoundland and then North.  Some interesting weather and a worried mind. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Only a few short days away from setting sail for a solo non-stop trip around the Americas, or so I planned.  This episode talks about the preparation and mind state as I get ready to set sail. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.