Your Pocket Sailing Instructor Podcast
Hey sailor! My name is Penny and I have been a sailing coach with Sail Canada for over 25 years! I have helped thousands of sailors find their passion and love of all things sailing. I'm here to help you live your best sailing life. I provide gear reviews, sailing tips, habits to perfect and much more!
So, sit back and enjoy some informative, entertaining, unique sailing content! See you on the water ;-) Don't miss an episode! https://wavve.link/_QdonK50x/episodes
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 91
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Goodbye! For now...
I'm unfortunately going to take a break from the podcast for a bit... life has gotten a bit unruly and I need to reclaim some time! I'll be back though. Thank you for your support and for listening o…
BONUS: AI hosts discuss Bareboat Cruising course in Desolation Sound
Bonus episode created with Google Notebook LM.
#77 Creating an Itinerary! The basic steps...
Have an exciting trip in mind? This week I'm talking about creating an itinerary plan. How do I do it? What are the steps? Where should you spend the money and where can you save?
#76 Desolation Sound Mayday! :-(
This week I'm talking about a Mayday call we overheard while in Desolation Sound this past summer...
Happy New Year and here's to 2025!
#75: Last Minute Gift Ideas for your Sailor!
#74 My Experience with AI ... yikes!
This week my friend Bob sent me a new tool called Google NotebookLM. I plopped my sailnelson.com website address into their system and within 5 minutes they sent out a 15 min podcast episode! It even…
#73: Winterizing... we've come full circle LOL!
I'm back! FINALLY! Excited to be bringing a new episode to you! From a new house, new studio, and a new podcasting software! Yikes.
This week I'm digging into Winterizing as we have two boats to win…
Standing Rigging Checks!
This week I am digging into standing rigging checks thanks to a Patron! For those of you looking to offer some support, head on over to Your Pocket Sailing Instructor Podcast - Penny Caldwell | crea…
#72 Spring!! Maintenance & Shake Down Sail...
This week I'm giving you some Spring maintenance/check ideas and chatting about a shake down sail to get yourself set up for success! Spring Maintenance Checklist available for free download at sailn…
#71 How to build experience between courses!
This week I am answering a question that I get asked A LOT! How to get more experience in between courses. Not an easy task sometimes! Thanks for the question Ell, and please let me know what kind of…
#70 Tender 2.0
Finishing up our tender discussions and talking a bit more about how I am selecting my tender.
#69 New Tender Time!
This week I'm diving into a Spindrift project and researching new tenders. My last one met an unfortunate, and unexpected, end. Enjoy!
#68 Chartering in Croatia: Interview with Graham Toews
This week I have an interview with my friend and instructor Graham! Graham came to Croatia with me in 2022 and loved it so much that he returned in 2023. He's here to share some of his chartering tip…
Top 10 Experiences for your Sailor!
Are you looking for something unique to gift the sailor in your life? I've pulled together a list of some unique experiences to think about!
1. Sunset Sailing Cruise: Gift a serene evening sailing …
#67 Your Personal Playlist!
This week I am providing you with a personalized playlist depending on where you are in your sailing journey. For those of you who are new to the podcast, welcome aboard and this will give you an ide…
#66 My Winterizing FAIL!!
Well, I have a dirty secret to share this week... Ugh. Enjoy!
Don't forget to check out my Patreon page a patreon.com/yourpocketsailinginstructor ! Thanks for the ongoing support!
#65 Crew You! How to solve crew issues on your boat...
This week I am discussing crew dynamics (again) and some conflict resolution ideas. Ideally you avoid these conflicts form the beginning, but we all know that doesn't always happen!
I hope you find …
#64 Sailing (Han) Solo!
Are you looking to explore the world of solo sailing? I highly recommend it!! There are many benefits of solo sailing including: flexibility, adventure, problem-solving, personal satisfaction, etc.
#63 Your 2024 Seamanship Toolbox Kick Off Party!
This week I am trying out a few new things including a video podcast. Yikes.
Today I am giving you some tools, skills and books to check out to kick off 2024 on the right foot. Here are a couple bo…
#62: Sails - Final steps
Alright we are finally wrapping up our Sail Series!! Talking about types of fabrics used for sails as well as different cuts that your sailmaker may suggest depending on your sailing goals. Enjoy!