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On The Wind #416 - Wendy Mitman Clarke // SAIL Magazine Editor
12 December 2023 · 59 min · 303 views
What this video covers
Wendy Mitman-Clark, editor-in-chief of SAIL Magazine, discusses the realities of full-time cruising, the transition from professional life to life aboard, and the psychological challenges of long-term voyaging.7:47 Mitman-Clark and her husband, Johnny, refitted an Adams 45 to cruise with their children, prioritizing the experience over waiting for retirement.18:55 The conversation highlights the difficulty of maintaining a boat while living aboard, the emotional toll of unexpected life events during a voyage, and the common misconception that cruising is a permanent, uninterrupted vacation. Mitman-Clark reflects on the necessity of a "home base" to mitigate the fatigue of constant travel and the pressure of living in confined spaces with family.27:55 The discussion also touches on her career path, including her transition from communications and science writing to her current editorial role, and the couple’s return to their original Peterson 34 after selling their larger cruising vessel.5:01 The takeaway is that successful long-term cruising often requires acknowledging the need for a stable home base and managing the intense personal adjustments inherent in the lifestyle.
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