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Anchors Aweigh
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
A landlocked, new sailor’s journey to finding freedom and adventure at sea.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
A landlocked, new sailor’s journey to finding freedom and adventure at sea.
Twitter:
@mdlbrks
Language:
English
Contact:
7706396800
Episodes
Moorings Ownership Update
1/8/2024
This is a follow up to a previous video about our decision to purchase a charter boat in The Moorings Yacht Ownership program.
See the video version here: https://youtu.be/DA6UaHVZ9qc
Duration:00:08:31
Key West Sailing Recap
8/24/2023
This episode recaps our short, hot not so much sailing trip in the Lower Keys and Key West to wrap up our summer. I talk about our itinerary, sailing conditions and some of the best snorkeling we've ever seen!
This episode has a lot of visual elements. Check out the video version here: https://youtu.be/3YCM22jv9q4
Duration:00:18:44
What to Expect When Completing a Sailing Resume
7/20/2023
Many charter companies require a sailing resume or application in order to charter their boats, especially in areas where no formal certification is required. In this episode of the Anchors Aweigh podcast, we'll go over an example of a captain's application that I recently completed for Florida Yacht Charters. We'll also take a look at the first mate application they require as well. Click here to join the waitlist for the sailing planner / logbook tool: https://bit.ly/bviplannerwait ⛵️ Ready to start planning your BVI Charter Vacation? 🗺️ Download my free 6/7 Day BVI Itinerary here I use Ecamm Live to record these videos. If you’re a Mac owner, it’s the best way to record and/or livestream ➡️ https://bit.ly/ecammtodd
Duration:00:09:28
A Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Short Sailing Trip
6/21/2023
Sometimes you might not have a full week to break away, but still want to make it a sailing trip. In this episode I discuss my process for planning a shorter trip and how I put together an abbreviated itinerary, even if it's to a new destination.
Charter companies mentioned in this episode:
The Moorings Waypoints
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Duration:00:05:51
The Moorings Yacht Ownership Program
6/7/2023
In this episode of the Anchors Aweigh podcast I discuss The Mooring Yacht Ownership program and why we chose it as our first form of sailboat ownership.
This episode is also available in video format on Youtube by clicking here.
Learn more about Moorings Yacht Ownership by clicking here.
Duration:00:08:59
S4E1 - Anchors Aweigh is Back!
5/31/2023
This episode brings back the Anchors Aweigh Podcast! I discuss the future of the podcast and some ideas I have for future episodes.
Check out the video version of this podcast on Youtube: https://youtu.be/09PIgsF0UK4
Duration:00:07:30
S2E02 - Exumas Day 2 - Departing Nassau
3/18/2022
In this episode with have a few issues before getting off the dock, but are able to make our way to Shroud Cay with a stop along the way to visit some iguanas.
Duration:00:06:01
S3E01 - Exumas Sailing - Day 0
3/11/2022
In this episode I recount our travel day and the beginning of our most recent charter in the Exumas, Bahamas in 2021.
Watch our highlight video from this charter - https://youtu.be/Kqix3SL7sDc
Duration:00:05:37
S2E08 USVI Log Day 8 - Returning to Base
10/22/2021
In this episode we head out early and make our way back to the Dream Yacht Charter base at Compass Point Marina on St. Thomas.
Video Highlights from this Charter - https://bit.ly/usvi21
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Connect with me on all the things:
Instagram: @tmiddlebrooks
Twitter: @mdlbrks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/toddmiddlebrooks
Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@mdlbrks
Gear I use: https://kit.co/toddmiddlebrooks
Duration:00:08:36
S2E07 USVI Log Day 7 - The Canvas Can Do Miracles
10/15/2021
In this episode, our luck finally changes and we finally get to fill our sails with wind!
Video Highlights from this Charter - https://bit.ly/usvi21
"Sailing" by Christopher Cross (on Spotify)
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Connect with me on all the things:
Instagram: @tmiddlebrooks
Twitter: @mdlbrks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/toddmiddlebrooks
Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@mdlbrks
Gear I use: https://kit.co/toddmiddlebrooks
Duration:00:08:37
S2E6 - USVI Log Day 6 - Sitting on a Mooring Ball
10/8/2021
In this episode, we sit on a mooring ball, waiting on a tech boat and to find out what the rest of our charter would look like. We also have a great meal ashore at Lovango Cay, learn Tripp's foolproof way to eat a great meal and run into "Captain Crack Sparrow!"
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Connect with me on all the things:
Instagram: @tmiddlebrooks
Twitter: @mdlbrks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/toddmiddlebrooks
Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@mdlbrks
Gear I use: https://kit.co/toddmiddlebrooks
Duration:00:10:46
S2E05 - USVI Logbook Day 5 - Bad to Worse
10/1/2021
In this logbook episode, we were hoping our luck would turn around, after discovering diesel in the bilge. Unfortunately, we were about to discover what real trouble looks like.
Video highlights from this trip: https://bit.ly/usvi21
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Connect with me on all the things:
Instagram: @tmiddlebrooks
Twitter: @mdlbrks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/toddmiddlebrooks
Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@mdlbrks
Gear I use: https://kit.co/toddmiddlebrooks
Duration:00:11:14
S2E04 - USVI Logbook Day 4 - The Real Trouble Begins
9/24/2021
In this episode we continue our adventures in the U.S. Virgin Islands, discover a cool sailboat with a storied history, drop Karen off to head to the airport and snag the last mooring ball at our anchorage.
Show Notes:
Silver Cloud HistoryAYH Red Hook MarinaSalt Pond Bay, St. John Beach Guide Apps:
Anchor.fm __________________________________________
Connect with me on all the things:
Instagram: @tmiddlebrooks
Twitter: @mdlbrks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/toddmiddlebrooks
Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@mdlbrks
Gear I use: https://kit.co/toddmiddlebrooks
Duration:00:09:05
S2E03 - USVI Logbook Day 3
9/3/2021
In this episode the plumbing issue is cleared up, we start making water, we do some snorkeling and once again enjoy some of the best tacos anywhere from Lime Out, a floating taco bar!
Links from this episode
Lime OutSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:06:03
S2E02 - USVI Logbook Day 2
8/27/2021
"The Seas Were Angry That Day"
This episode details the second sailing day of our May 2021 USVI sailing trip. We start the day in rough seas, enjoy lunch at Pizza Pi and end up in Cruz Bay for dinner. Oh yeah, and our head got clogged!
Mentioned in this episode:
Pizza PiZozo's Beach BarSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:08:43
S2E01 - USVI Logbook Episode - Day 1
8/20/2021
After an extended break, Anchors Aweigh is back for season two! We kick off this season with logbook entries from a USVI sailing charter in May of 2021 - and this one was quite the adventure!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:09:46
Ep 33 - Planning a USVI Sailing Charter
4/30/2021
In this episode I discuss planning a sailing charter in the U.S. Virgin Islands on short notice. We are setting sail in May on a 42ft catamaran and it's time to start planning!
Show Notes:
Dream Yacht CharterSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:06:32
Ep 32 - My Logbook Journaling Workflow
3/19/2021
In this episode, I discuss the tools and workflow that I use to capture the details of our sailing trips. It took three charter trips to find the best solution for me, so I thought I would share it here.
Apps:
Day One App - https://dayoneapp.com/Leuchtturm 1917 Dotted Journal at AmazonLogbook App - https://logbook-app.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:09:30
Ep 31 - St Pete Day 4 and Running Aground!
3/12/2021
In this final logbook episode from our St Petersburg sailing charter, we cover the short 9.5 nautical miles from Antigua Cove back to the Vinoy Marina and wrap up our trip with a visit to the St Pete Pier.
Show Notes:
Renaissance Vinoy MarinaSt Pete PierTeak St PeteSailing FloridaSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:06:38
Ep 30 - St Pete Sailing Day 3
3/5/2021
This is the third logbook episode from our first family sailing charter in St Petersburg, Florida. This entry covers the 24.7 nautical miles from the Twin Dolphin Marina to Antigua Cove at Little Harbor.
Show Notes:
Litte Harbor MarinaSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anchorsaweigh)
Duration:00:06:06