Fireside Podcast from JeromesTown EP#410
29 March 2026 · 46 min · 15 views · Northern Michigan
Sailboat cuts through waves under golden twilight sky.
What this video covers
Jerome Rand, owner of a Westsail 32, records a podcast episode from his property in northern Michigan while awaiting a delayed flight to Florida.1:16 Stranded by winter storms, he discusses the utility of travel insurance for rebooking flights and the importance of maintaining a positive perspective during travel disruptions.3:18 He describes his experience using the moon and stars for night navigation while solo sailing, noting that the moon helps identify squalls and adverse weather.23:13 He emphasizes the challenge of spotting squall clouds on dark nights when relying solely on starlight, particularly when wearing contact lenses.30:05 The episode concludes with plans for future discussions regarding solo sailing safety, including preventing boom-related injuries.44:33
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