This week’s host, Ryan Foland, is joined by fellow ginger sailor Nate Stephenson to chat the perks of going on a sailing trip to pick up your new boat. Last year, Nate and his partner Megan sailed up to Surrey, British Columbia to purchase their 34-foot Sun 1030 “Gallia.” After exploring B.C., they cruised it back down to Santa Barbara. Hear why the scariest moments while sailing are the most formative, how to face your fears & learn patience on the water, the amazing orcas & wildlife in B.C., why you should consider living on a boat, and why sailors are some of the friendliest people in the world. Learn more about Nate at Nate-Stephenson-Photography.com and on Instagram @Nate_Stephensonn, Ryan at Ryan.Online, and read “SV Gallia, from B.C. to Santa Barbara” by Nate Stephenson on page 36 of the January 2025 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine: https://www.latitude38.com/issues/january-2025/#36