NWSA Member of the Month

and the New Orleans Yacht Club.Nancy took ASA classes after her husband taught her to sail on a Vagabond 17 while they were dating. They sailed mostly in Lake Pontchartrain (New Orleans) and made many trips to Mississippi and Florida (Pensacola, Ft. Walton and Destin).The couple bought several used boats through the years, their favorite was a Seafarer 26. Their sailing days slowed as their family grew. In 2018 Nancy’s husband passed away from cancer. She was left with two boats that needed much care and refurbishing, so she sold them. While Nancy no longer has a boat of her own, she wants to continue to crew with others to advance her skills and enjoy the sport.
Nancy reports her sailing skills became rusty after giving up her boat. She wanted to get back into the sport and learned about Lake Pontchartrain Women’s Sailing Association through Facebook. She quickly joined. Since then, she has served as a board member, vice commodore and currently serves as secretary.
Nancy loves sailing and enjoys the company of all the women sailors she has met in the last five years. She says, “I hope to meet many more when you ladies come to New Orleans for the next national conference!” This will be Nancy’s first women’s sailing conference. She encourages newbies to seek out education and experience. They will discover sailing is a challenging sport of using boats with sails. It also is a fabulous way to enjoy the outdoors and learn about the physics of wind and water.
We asked Nancy if she has ever been seasick. She said, “Yes, I have been seasick while going out to scuba dive. It dissipates quickly once below the surface. When I have gotten seasick it wasn’t for long.” She learned to keep her sights on things that were stationary.
Nancy would love to sail in Europe preferably the Mediterranean Sea; cruising in Italy, Croatia and Greece. If she could only take five things on a month-long sailing trip she would wisely include a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, clothes and phone, in that order.
NWSA thanks Nancy for aiding in video production in 2023 and her support of women’s sailing in her home port, New Orleans.

Anne sails out of Benjamin River, Eggemoggin Reach, Penobscot Bay. Thinking about the magic of sailing, Anne wrote, “Sailing is using a boat as an augmentation to the human body—we are land creatures, and this glorious prosthetic helps us move gracefully in an otherwise unforgiving medium.”

Anne’s sailing journey began 13 years ago when she went on her first sailing trip on a Mariner 36. She recalls, “My then host and eventual mentor, John Pearson, was welcoming and empowering when it came to not just enjoying my time on board, but in his willingness to satisfy my curiosities about how the boat worked as we sailed around the USVI and BVI. From then on, that was it. I came home and changed my online dating profile to say that I intended to live on a boat someday… that’s how completely smitten I was of the possibility of living a self-sufficient life mostly outdoors, traveling, with my house. I didn’t know it could be possible for a working class person to afford a boat, but I saw the possibility of a path to the water on that trip thanks to my dear friend.

Since then I’ve sailed the ICW from Maine to Georgia, have sailed through a good portion of the Caribbean, helped a friend deliver a boat from Florida to the Bahamas, and I’ve cruised a lot of Maine. I was an editor at WoodenBoat Magazine for four years and have been mostly working with YouTube channels for the last three years. I produce Acorn to Arabella, which is 180,000 subscribers-strong and I make videos for a restoration project in Mystic, Connecticut called Restoring Rosalind. I’m the content creator for Lowell’s Boat Shop, a working museum that is the oldest boat shop in the United States and a National Historic Landmark. I keep waiting for an adult somewhere to tell me I can’t do that next nutty thing I want to do.

It was near-coastal cruising that I was most interested in pursuing, and I wouldn’t make a very good racer. Not only am I too distracted by the lure of new places to see with all their museums, libraries, cemeteries, and pubs, but I also tend to love heavy and beamy wooden working boats. They take good care of me, and I of them.”

Anne seems to collect boats. She has a 27′ wooden sloop named New Moon. It was designer Thomas Gillmer’s last boat, meaning that it was the last of his designs. He had it built for himself when he was in his 80s. For small boats, she has a 10′ Norwegian pram, a 10′ nutshell dinghy, and a 1957 Lyman runabout that “needs work.”

Anne Bryant, March 2024 NWSA Member of the Month

When asked, “If money wasn’t a problem, what would be your dream sailing adventure or purchase?” Anne answered, “I’d most like to sail the Baltic on an extremely extended cruise so I can really get a feel for the place. If I were to make a dream purchase, it’d be a pilot cutter custom built by Luke Powell. My goodness, any of his boats would make beautiful homes. For a shorter trip, I hope to someday sail into Douarnenez for the traditional boat festival there.”

If Anne could only take five things on a month-long cruise she would take a comfortable dress with pockets, a wool sweater, her phone and gimbal to film … and a good knife.

When Anne’s not traveling with mad abandon, she lives in a Shasta trailer year-round in Maine where she is part owner of a foraged-fruit cider company called Bon Vent Cider.

A few years back Anne moderated the chat and hosted a couple of the Maiden panel discussions which we called “Maiden Mondays”. “Working with Tracey Edwards as well as former and present crew during this Women Who Sail and NWSA collaboration was a true honor. “I’ve also hosted and told stories for She Sailor Sea Stories, which is great fun and I hope I get to do it again sometime,” said Anne. (She is hosting again on Friday night March 15!)

Anne invites you to check out her personal project. She says, “After working on other people’s projects for a good long time, I have started my own YouTube channel called From Pine to Palm, and would be honored by your click of the subscribe button. Also, keep an eye out for Stories from the Stage on the WORLD channel—I told the story of my first cruise with Doc Pearson on the stage at WGBH in Boston which will air sometime this year.

If anyone wants to reach Anne, say hello on the SSSS chat or at www.righthandanne.com .

 IT IS A GREAT CONNECTION BETWEEN YOURSELF AND NATURE.

Either way, growing up in Michigan, Colleen Imerman’s parents would take her family on overnight sailing adventures on Lake St. Clair, the Great Lakes, and even the Florida Keys. As a 10 year-old, she received her first formal instruction and certification for dingy sailing. Then, in high school her father gave her a Sunfish. Her love for sailing expanded and grew. Even after college, grad school, marriage, and a move to Colorado to start a family, Colleen continued to sail her Sunfish when she visited Michigan. During graduate school, Imerman tried sailboat racing for the first time in Cowes Week on a Victory. Loving that experience, she continues to seek sailboat racing opportunities.

Colleen attended the WOWazR! Women on Water Arizona Regatta in Novemer 2023. It was her first NWSA event. She had a good time and wrote, “I met so many incredible and accomplished women sailors from various sailing and racing backgrounds. I learned a great deal, had so much fun, and look forward to another NWSA event.”

Colleen wrote, “In the last year, I raced in the SoCal300. I am currently part of a J/22 sailboat share program and take any opportunity to race as crew. As far as cruising sailboats, my husband and I have sailed catamarans with his mom in the BVI and the Abacos in the Bahamas. For over a decade, my children and I have cruised and sailed the Great Lakes with their uncle and cousins. Making sailing and cruising memories with my family has been one of the biggest joys for me as a parent. Learning to race sailboats, including offshore racing has been one a personal joy. So, I guess you could say, I really like to sail!”

I am thankful for my parents, siblings, and all of the sailors who have given me opportunities to sail and learn from them. I am especially grateful to have a wonderful community of sailors and organizations in the land-locked state of Colorado.”

Colleen said, “I have so many sailing dreams, but one dream I hope to make come true is a family sailing vacation in Croatia.” She would love for her family to sail together. Cruising while learning about the local history, eating the local foods, and exploring the area together, is a dream she hopes to make come true. Although her family members all have sailing experiences, they have never all been together on a bareboat cruise.

If Colleen made her wish come true, sail for a month, but only pack five things. She would have a pretty small sea bag. She would have to check it in order to take her first choice a multitool saying, “You never know what you’ll need to fix on a boat!”
1. A multitool with a knife.
2. Nuun or some other hydration tablets, “To help with electrolytes.”
3. Navionics- supplemental to my charts.
4. Nocs Zoom Tube, “I like to have a binoculars or a monocular.”
5. A headlamp

Coleen luckily generally does not get seasick. She knows it’s a possibility.

If she is below in rough conditions, saying, “Chances are good I will.”

If she was asked to share sailing wisdom with a young girl she would tell them, “If you are interested in sailing, go after it and don’t be shy. Learning sailing skills empower you for life in unexpected ways. Be patient with yourself and have fun!”

the other discouraging voices.” – Levy
I feel I had very supportive parents, who always encouraged my sailing passion, and for that I am forever grateful.  They encouraged and supported me in getting certified and starting my sailing business. I was also blessed to be welcomed into sailing by a group of men who were very nurturing, patient, and appreciative of having women on their crew. Our collective experience as women on that crew was that there wasn’t anything we couldn’t do! We are strong enough; smart enough and all in all – equal to the men. Because of that I never had the need to affiliate with a woman-only crowd, as I felt naturally equal.
However, later in life, I met many women who experienced things quite differently. Women are still a minority in our world, especially professionals such as captains and sailing instructors. When you go to visit another yacht club, the first impression is most middle-aged white men. This reality makes it harder for women to join the sport. I have met many women who went on a sailing course instructed by a man, who kept yelling at them and humiliating their performance, to the extent they decided to drop the whole idea of sailing. While I cannot change men’s attitudes towards women, I can help women to be more confident in their sailing abilities. My instruction style (for both women and men) is all about positive reinforcement, repetition of the theory and skill practice. A sense of humor is helpful too! In my experience, women learn faster than men when we are being instructed thoughtfully. Women tend to be better at steering and navigating, and our attention to detail allows us to process a lot more information faster, which helps us make quick and effective decisions.
“Sailing helped, and still is helping me understand life, and relationships, giving a sense of freedom while providing an ultimate immersion in nature.”  -Levy
I started sailing in college, because of a guy. He was handsome and friendly and invited me and other new friends who we met on the first day of school, to sail with him on his family’s sailboat.
We met at the Marina on a Friday afternoon, and we went out sailing on his 32’ sailboat – Bettina. It was a very fun experience, where I got to meet interesting people, shared funny stories and created new ones. It was so much fun that I decided to join again the following week and every Friday afternoon for the next 8 years. A year after starting our traditional Friday night sails, a few of us went for a cruise in Greece and Turkey. We spent two weeks living aboard Bettina and doing some good Greek Island hopping which made us long for much more.
That following year we started racing Bettina on the weekends, and over time we became good at it. At the time we were the only co-ed racing team. The rest of the teams were either all-men, all-women crew. I recall thinking back then that it’s a shame since our crew certainly benefited from the gender synergy. Years later I became a skipper in my own right and joined a local sailing club in Israel, before moving to NYC in 2009.
I am proud to call Liberty Yacht Club in Jersey City, NJ my home port. In my years of sailing and boating, I am a USCG Licensed Master of vessels up to 50 Tons with Auxiliary Sail and Assistance Towing Endorsements. I am a NauticEd Level V Captain Rank Chief Instructor, an  American National Standards Assessor and SLC instructor. I am an American Sailing Association Instructor with certifications in 201, 203, 204 and 205 (Basic Keelboat, Basic Coastal Cruising, Bareboat Cruising, Coastal Navigation).
Another congratulations to Captain Nitzan for being nominated as NWSA’s Member of the Month! 

Emily Leach’s started after reading “Salty Piece of Land” written by Jimmy Buffett. Emily was hooked! Within a couple of months, she was signed up for her first ASA sailing certification course and bought an old sailboat … She confesses, “Then I learned I was literally TERRIFIED of sailing.”
NOW, IT’S TIME FOR HER NEXT CHAPTER … AND THE REST OF EMILY’S STORY
First, she had to figure out if she could get past this immense fear of sailing. Every time that boat heeled she fell to the floor screaming. She recalls, “I can’t imagine the stories the other students that day are still telling about me, LOL.”
With the help of two wonderful sailing instructors, she learned what was being triggered and learned how to sail. Now Emily can bareboat charter her own boat and skipper with confidence. It’s a wonderful feeling, a feeling she wants to help other women achieve in their sailing journeys.
After years of sailing, and one long break to recover from a really rough relationship loss Emily is back at the helm and loving sailing more than ever.
She loves the joy brought by the wind, salt water and a boat scooting along with the natural forces. More than anything, Emily’s passion is supporting women who want to become better sailors. There is a special kind of magic that happens the moment a woman finds her own confidence to command a sailboat. Emily is honored to be a part of bringing this to life.
Emily loves the diversity of boats, (as long as they are 45′ or bigger). She is not sure she’d like to be tied to one boat, at least not yet. A dream in the back of Emily’s head is to sail off the coast of Florida and venture all the way down the string of Caribbean islands to Grenada. Emily asks, “Anyone need crew?” She does not get seasick (unless it is very rough for more than a few hours). Emily likes to be at the helm. If she is busy sailing she does just fine. And she knows how to pack light. All she would require is her life vest, rain gear, cell phone, swimsuit and a change of clothes.
Emily encourages all non-sailors to give it a try, saying, “Sailing works and challenges every part of you, it teaches you joy, patience and strength. You can do it! Be prepared for the time of your life learning how the hull, the sails and wind all come together to move your boat through the water.”
“I have been blessed to retire early, to play and dive into my passion of sailing. Seeing a woman at the helm of a sailboat, confidently commanding the vessel, makes my heart sing. I founded Sails and Grace specifically to help support women sailors learning through sailing and training retreats twice a year. There is no doubt — I am in this industry thanks to the power of sail and a measure of grace.”

She joined the board of WSA in 2016 and continues to serve on their board. Wendy was Commodore in 2021 and 2023. She says, “I am grateful to able to give back to an organization that has given me so much encouragement and support.”
The first time Wendy was on a sailboat, she was a senior in high school. She sailed with friends on a classmate’s father’s boat on Lake Ontario. Wendy loved it! She wanted to sail more, but didn’t have access to sailing as she headed to college.
Wendy met her children’s father when he was living on the east end of Long Island and had access to a Hobie cat. It was thrilling, but Wendy was just a passenger. She did not get a chance to learn to sail. Years later when their children were school age, they bought a 38’ Sweden and started to sail as a family. They joined a yacht club and raced in Westport, CT.
Wendy wanted to know how to trim the sails, how to drive and dock, but her children’s father was not inclined to teach. They eventually divorced. He got the boat.
Wendy’s sailing fortune changed. Luckily her good friend bought a boat to race and Wendy was invited to join his crew. She showed up every week. At first Wendy was “rail meat”, learning vocabulary, and observing. She progressed and trained for the “pit” to handle the lines for spinnaker. As on many race boats, Wendy was often the only woman crew. With persistent crewing, over time she learn to sail the Evelyn 32. She raced on the boat for five seasons, learning to be a sailor.
In 2014 Wendy moved to Los Angeles for work. She had learned about the Women’s Sailing Association before she moved, so prior to arriving Wendy joined. A great decision. She had never been in a room with so many female sailors. There were hundreds!
Wendy became friends and was mentored by Jeannea, a 72-year-old skipper. Wendy fondly recalled watching Jeannea fix her engine after smoke began coming out the back of the boat when they motored out of an anchorage. She was so inspired that she started to think about owning a boat herself. She bought a Hunter Legend 355 and named it Sadelier (the first two letters of her four children’s first names in birth order). Wendy will always remember that feeling of empowerment when she first docked her own boat.
Wendy attended her first NWSA conference in 2023 in Newport, RI. She attended again this June in New Orleans.
Sailing has become a passion for Wendy. She says, “I never would have gotten here if it wasn’t for the women sailors and skippers who supported me. Now I have the opportunity to mentor younger women, including my daughters, to share the joys of sailing.” Her dream is to sail in the South Pacific. Wendy would love to spend a month island hopping there.

CONGRATULATIONS TO LYNNE LUPIEN THE AUGUST 2024 NWSA MEMBER OF THE MONTH

camping trips, she would take to the kayak, canoe, or peddle boat. However, she never had the opportunity to sail. 
Eventually, she took a short private lesson at Boston Sailing Center to decide whether to spend more time and money on learning to sail and crossing off one of her “bucket list” items.
She was hooked, of course! She then proceeded to complete ASA 101 at BSC and worked her way through 103, 104, and most recently, 105. As a member of BSC, Lynne was able to gain experience on sonars and solings, and eventually on 30 foot and then 35 foot cruising boats. 
In early 2022, Lynne got serious about owning her very own sailboat. After tons of boat research and an online boat buying seminar during COVID, she decided to look at Gozzards.
“It all happened like magic and we took delivery of a 1997 Gozzard 36 in July 2022!” 
Lynne mentions that having a co-owner made it less daunting and has worked out really well. She enjoys continuing to learn about sailing and all things involved in boat ownership; boat systems, engines, electrical and boat maintenance like brightwork (so much brightwork!).
Q: Have you ever been seasick? 
 A: Bouncy conditions can definitely leave me a little queasy–or worse! In one case, it was definitely dehydration (isn’t that counter-intuitive?) and a hot sun, coupled with somewhat bouncy conditions. So, I always try to stay very hydrated and am grateful our boat has a dodger and Bimini for shade. I try not to be a hero and always take some Bonine if I think it’s going to be really sporty!
Q: Have you participated in NWSA’s seminars, workshops, courses or events? 
 A: I have attended NWSA conferences in Marblehead and Rhode Island and enjoyed them immensely! So many great workshops, and people to meet. I have also done AdventureSail. It was so much fun to share sailing with girls from the Boston area.
“Building skills and confidence on the water will give you so much more than teach you the act of sailing. And there are lots of organizations that can help you. In Boston, we’re spoiled by all of the orgs providing affordable classes and access for all ranges of skills and backgrounds. Look for those in your area!”

MEET DIANE LONDON, THE NWSA SEPTEMBER 2024 MEMBER OF THE MONTH, WHO HAS ADVENTURE IN HER VIKING BLOOD.

access to boats, let alone sailing. She moved to Florida part-time in 2021 and full-time in 2023. A neighbor wanted to take a basic sailing class and Diane agreed to join her. (It was a birthday gift to herself). She loved it.
“I am a single professional woman and I wanted to be able to be on the water, as well as meet friends. I found during the class I was a real natural guiding the sail both in minimal wind and large wind.” She was hooked. Diane is hoping to become involved with both Tampa Bay Women Who Sail and NWSA noting, “they are hosting the next national convention in Tampa Bay.”
Diane recently sailed as crew with Bay Sailors — Sailing for Single and said, “I’m learning so much and finding peace on the water. Best therapy ever! I’m a Shrink — a Couples Therapy specialist offering sex therapy, trauma and more. I feel I can let go of all the heaviness I feel in the work week when on the water. Best therapy ever and it is truly a gift to myself as self-care. I am worth it.”
Fun Fact: Diane is a direct descendent of Erik the Red, father of Leif Erikson. Her father’s mother was an Erikson. She’s a Viking. “My heritage is real and I feel at peace on the water. I’d like to believe I am a warrior like those who explored the world when very little was known about where they were traveling. Adventure is in my blood.”
Diane says her sailing dreams are small … “I’d love to go to South America (Peru or Costa Rica) or to Europe (Greece or Italy). Frankly, I’d love to sail anywhere.” She experienced living in close quarters when she camped this summer in a vintage Shasta camper which was 100 sq ft. “It wasn’t a hardship. I love simple living. A change of clothes, my phone (camera), ear buds, a good book or two, toiletries are what I would take along if packing light on a month-long sailing trip.”
Diane says, “Trust that those around you will teach you and keep you safe. You will learn and grow and it will become natural to you in very little time. Go for it, you only live once.”
Diane defines sailing as adventure on the water in which one can find peace and tranquility. In one word — Freedom.
Diane joined NWSA in August. Welcome aboard Diane!

She gained interest in sailing as an 8-year-old. Her older brother started a sailing program but she was not old enough to attend. She begged and pleaded until the program allowed her to attend. Now she is a third generation sailor. Her grandparents were sailors and her dad sailed as a kid. But Tara’s not the last generation of sailors in her family. Macaulay’s three children are sailors and have competed internationally in Optimist, International 420, 29er, Waszp and SSL. Two of her children are racing on Farr 30 and Farr 40 and are sometimes on the start line competing against each other. Mom says, “Super fun.” The Macaulay family had the luxury of spending lots of time on Tara’s parent’s keelboat where husband Bruce and kids; Jackson, Finlay and Riley acquired a love for the sport.
Tara had an opportunity to sail/foil on a seriously fun and fast F18. She has been an involved sailor, volunteering in the community as a team leader and chaperone for international optimist teams. She tows boats, chairs international events for I420 and Waszp classes, and works on the race committee at Cork International.
Tara Macaulay — NWSA’s October 2024 Member of the Month
Tara Macaulay hails from Halifax NS Canada. She gained interest in sailing as an 8-year-old. Her older brother started a sailing program but she was not old enough to attend. She begged and pleaded until the program allowed her to attend. Now she is a third generation sailor. Her grandparents were sailors and her dad sailed as a kid. But Tara’s not the last generation of sailors in her family. Macaulay’s three children are sailors and have competed internationally in Optimist, International 420, 29er, Waszp and SSL. Two of her children are racing on Farr 30 and Farr 40 and are sometimes on the start line competing against each other. Mom says, “Super fun.” The Macaulay family had the luxury of spending lots of time on Tara’s parent’s keelboat where husband Bruce and kids; Jackson, Finlay and Riley acquired a love for the sport.
Tara had an opportunity to sail/foil on a seriously fun and fast F18. She has been an involved sailor, volunteering in the community as a team leader and chaperone for international optimist teams. She tows boats, chairs international events for I420 and Waszp classes, and works on the race committee at Cork International.
Sharing Sailing does not stop with Tara’s family
Recently she founded and chaired the inaugural Foil4All event preceding the Canadian SailGP Halifax providing foiling demo opportunities to over 100 participants over two days. She delivered a sail Canada coach clinic, and hosted an all female camp, which was a huge success and tons of fun.
If money was a non-issue Tara would spend more time in sunny south or warmer climates and spend more time on the water and sail more. Thinking about her dream sailing adventure Tara responded, “That’s a tough one. There are so many beautiful places to sail. Croatia, Bermuda, Greece, BVI’s. Bareboating is something we would love to do as a family sometime somewhere special. I would definitely purchase a Hanse, Jenneau or Beneteau 42ish… . I would keep the boat somewhere warm and live and travel by sail when possible.”
“I LOVE FAMILY TIME SAILING SO WOULD INVOLVE FAMILY.”
Tara says to women and girls interested in sailing, “Sailing is a fun, healthy, exciting way to get outside spend time on the water, make friends, try something new, be a part of a community and either sail recreationally or compete at any level.”
“Fresh air is important for physical and mental well being especially in the tech world we live in and sailing is an awesome way to do something adventurous and exciting outside. It is fantastic skill to learn and a sport you can do for life. Learning how to manoeuvre a vessel on water by using wind is not only special and fun, it is also challenging and rewarding.”
“Lastly, witnessing sunsets and sunrises from a boat on the water is also a magical experience and I highly recommend if ever presented with the opportunity. Time on the water is the best time.”

She has also always been interested in sailing. After she began filming a short documentary on sailing, her curiosity turned into action. Through the Los Angeles Yacht Club Inga began to take courses with member Marie Rogers (whom a portion of her documentary is about).
Inga says, “Sailing is an addicting, life-changing experience that will make you feel freedom and fear (both) at the same time. Sailing is a beautiful sport. It’s fun and magical and at the same time teaches you how to be a team player. It helps you to think on your toes and to make quick and (hopefully) great decisions.”

When asked to share words of wisdom for young sailors, Inga added, “Educate yourself on sailing. Read books and find resources that keep your interest sparked. Take sailing classes if you can, especially if you can find community sailing courses. Get hands-on experience by volunteering and chartering boats. Also, make water safety a priority. Learn all you can so that when you’re old enough to sail with your friends, you can do it with confidence knowing that you’re fully aware that you can handle yourself just in case an emergency arises.”
As soon as Inga joined NWSA, she stepped up asking, “How can I help?” The Board of Directors is thrilled to get Inga’s offer as a volunteer. We have already put her to work. Her varied talents and communication skills will aid NWSA in service to you, our members.Inga aspires to sailing adventures in the South Pacific. When she goes southward, she would pack her favorite Levi’s jean knee shorts, a favorite sarong she got in Thailand around 2011, a first aid kit (just in case), a waterproof speaker and take a bit of cash.
Bravo Zulu to Inga. Her commitment will offer women sailors more opportunities to connect, to learn and to enjoy sailing.

edit and update the website.

She is excited to be a part of the women’s sailing sisterhood, helping with editing the NWSA website and participating in online events. Soon, she will have some stories of her own to share!

In the last few years, Angelica started exploring the sailing world and her love for the water grew. Living in Florida for awhile exposed her to the boating life, then moving to Michigan allowed her to enjoy friends’ boats. She is learning to sail on a Sunfish. Later this year, her friend will have a Precision 16. Angelica plans to crew and keep learning as she goes.

While not sailing Angelica coaches, develops and leads her asset management clients towards financial freedom and goals (like buying a yacht).

with sailing and towing endorsements. She is also active in the US Coast Guard Auxiliary as Flotilla Staff Officer Diversity and Marine Safety & Prevention. She’s a qualified instructor- Specializing in boating safety courses and environmental protection including Damage Control Instructor for USCG Sector SENE. Recently Goodwin was named as Instructor / Mentor for the Auxiliary University Program at Massachusetts Maritime Academy.

Lisa has sailed over 60,000 nm, just since 2009, which include Atlantic and Pacific crossings and over 15 Caribbean runs! In 2014, she was inducted in to the exclusive Cape Horners Society in Hoorne, Netherlands (Stitching Nederlandse Kaap Horn – vaarders) for 2013 qualifying voyage on Bark Europa from Auckland, NZ to Port Stanley, Falkland Islands.

She is experienced in sailing all types of rigs, boat management and systems, maintenance, sail repair, provisioning and cooking, coaching and charter planning. Lisa boldly states she can manage fixing a decent meal in heavy weather.

Attagirl Lisa! Thanks for all you do.

Her goal has always been to give young women the strength, confidence and skills to become successful in sailing and whatever professions they pursue. Sailing combined with education has been front and center in her life ever since she got into sailing as a young wife. Stephanie was introduced to sailing when she met Ross (Webb). The first boat was a Highlander, followed by a Shark & a then new fleet called the Hobie Cat provided hours of fun along the local coast. Once the children came along, sailing became a family affair with a Prout Snow Goose and their favorite – a Robertson & Caine 40’ Leopard, NAVIGATOR. The waters of the Bahamas and the Caribbean were the family’s favorite sailing locations.

Stephanie spearheads all the educational programs and interstate regattas held at Edison Sailing Center. Stephanie oversees the programs, grants, training, and activities of the Edison Sailing Center, in Fort Myers, FL. A retired educator, Stephanie has helped craft the design and development of state and national programs for educators and continues to support professional learning that results in increased student achievement. She has applied her 50+ years in education to program development at the sailing center as well as state & national levels. Stephanie also volunteers in schools and enjoys sailing with her family. The Webb family motto comes from the Book of Luke: “To whom much is given, much is required.”

for the Women Who Sail newsletter. Janna’s first book, The Motion of the Ocean, is about how she sailed across the Pacific on her honeymoon and is still married. She’s working on a new memoir called MATE about how navigating modern parenthood is more perilous than sailing the Arctic.

In 2018, she and her husband and their two tween daughters attempted to sail through the Northwest Passage, an icy route newly open due to climate change. Janna and her family did not make it through the Northwest Passage, but Janna will gladly tell your organization what happened (via zoom) when you make a donation to AdventureSail. In May, Janna wowed the NWSA She Sailor Sea Story audience with her recounting of the Artic adventure during the LOOK UP episode.

Janna is currently a school bus driver on an island outside Seattle but, during the pandemic, is delivering meals rather than students; she likes being told she’s “essential.” Learn more at Saildogbark.com.