Not All Ghosts Are Bad Company

Get 60% off an annual Incogni plan at https://incogni.com/sailorbarry with code SAILORBARRY. Thanks to Incogni for sponsoring this episode. I think this ship is haunted. After spending this much time aboard her, I’m starting to think that might be a good thing. After weeks aboard Lady Hawk, we’re exhausted. We leave Hornby Island behind, push south through miserable weather, and arrive in Gabriola with just twelve hours before we need to leave for the Victoria Wooden Boat Show. Somewhere in there, we have to make our very well-lived-in ship presentable. What follows is a reminder of why we do any of this. Familiar faces, unexpected help, extraordinary wooden ships, and our first time setting Lady Hawk’s topsail. Along the way, we explore the ghosts people leave behind through their work, their kindness, and the encounters that stay with us long after we’ve sailed away. More of this, please. SUPPORT THE SHIP & THE SHOW https://MarinerSpirit.com Our handmade shop is growing! Nathan’s forged rigging knives and marlin spikes are now available, alongside Kaleb’s miniature Garry oak belaying pins, made from offcuts of Lady Hawk’s restoration. Every purchase supports the crew making them and the ship we’re rebuilding. You can also join the Founders Circle, contribute monthly, or pick up a gift card. Founders receive 10% off eligible purchases, monthly supporters 5%, or 15% if you’re both. Founders can also log in to the Founders Hub to join the conversation. Thank you to everyone helping keep this old ship, these skills, and this project alive. Happy Halloween.