In Messina, the marshal cadets of the 27th "DEIMOS" Course embarked on the iconic training ship Palinuro for a day dedicated to honor, tradition, and the core values of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare). 🌊⚓

This unique experience at sea strengthens teamwork, fosters a deep sense of belonging, and celebrates the lifelong bond that every sailor shares with the ocean.

📍 Location: Messina, Italy
🚢...In Messina, the marshal cadets of the 27th "DEIMOS" Course embarked on the iconic training ship Palinuro for a day dedicated to honor, tradition, and the core values of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare). 🌊⚓

This unique experience at sea strengthens teamwork, fosters a deep sense of belonging, and celebrates the lifelong bond that every sailor shares with the ocean.

📍 Location: Messina, Italy
🚢 Vessel: Nave Palinuro (Marina Militare) Show more

⚓ Tradition, Teamwork & the Spirit of the Sea 🌊

In Messina, the marshal cadets of the 27th "DEIMOS" Course aboard the historic training ship Palinuro experienced a day dedicated to traditions, sharing, and the core values of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare). 🇮🇹 A life-changing journey at sea that strengthens the sense of belonging, builds true crew fellowship, and reinforces that deep bond with the ocean that accompanies every sailor...

A peaceful afternoon at anchor suddenly turned into one of the most dramatic incidents I've witnessed in years.
What I first thought was a catamaran anchoring too close to SV Impavidus turned out to be something far more serious.
With nobody on board, the yacht had dragged its anchor and was drifting backwards across the harbour in strengthening winds—heading directly towards a line of old steel...A peaceful afternoon at anchor suddenly turned into one of the most dramatic incidents I've witnessed in years.
What I first thought was a catamaran anchoring too close to SV Impavidus turned out to be something far more serious.
With nobody on board, the yacht had dragged its anchor and was drifting backwards across the harbour in strengthening winds—heading directly towards a line of old steel and concrete piles. Show more

I Couldn't Save the Cat!

A peaceful afternoon at anchor suddenly turned into one of the most dramatic incidents I've witnessed in years. What I first thought was a catamaran anchoring too close to SV Impavidus turned out to be something far more serious. With nobody on board, the yacht had dragged its anchor and was drifting backwards across the harbour in strengthening winds—heading directly towards a line of old steel...

⛵ Episode 25 of the American Sailor Podcast is live! 🎙️
In this episode, the pod squad sits down with John Ped and Kaila Pfrang of Team Tips Up as they prepare to take on the legendary Race to Alaska!
Spanning over 700 miles from Port Townsend, Washington, to Ketchikan, Alaska, this extreme endurance race comes with zero pre-planned support and a strict no-engine rule! John and Kaila share how they...⛵ Episode 25 of the American Sailor Podcast is live! 🎙️
In this episode, the pod squad sits down with John Ped and Kaila Pfrang of Team Tips Up as they prepare to take on the legendary Race to Alaska!
Spanning over 700 miles from Port Townsend, Washington, to Ketchikan, Alaska, this extreme endurance race comes with zero pre-planned support and a strict no-engine rule! John and Kaila share how they custom-engineered pedal drives for their 24-foot trimaran, their strategy for navigating severe tide cycles, and what it takes to power through 7 hours on a single tack.
Plus, the squad covers the podcast’s 1-year anniversary and catches up on quick highlights from around the sailing world:
• 🇫🇷 Solitaire du Figaro: Erica Lush’s epic run pushing to be the first American woman to complete two editions.
• ⛵ Offshore Racing: Updates on the Annapolis to Bermuda race and the upcoming Newport Bermuda.
• 🏆 Santa Maria Cup: Team BAM taking 1st place on the Women's Match Racing Tour!
• 🥇 High School Nationals: Big congrats to Severn School for sweeping both team and fleet race nationals!
#AmericanSailor #RaceToAlaska #TipsUpSailing #USSailing #SailingLife #OffshoreSailing #Podcast Show more

Episode 25: Race to Alaska with Tips Up Sailing

In this week's episode of American Sailor, the pod squad is joined by John Ped and Kaila Pfrang of Tips Up Sailing to discuss one of the most unique and challenging endurance races in the world: the Race to Alaska. John and Kaila share their experiences, preparation, and insights into the legendary race, which spans over 750 miles from Washington to Alaska with no engines allowed. Tune in to...

We were expecting Malta’s fireworks to be spectacular. We weren’t expecting them to explode directly above Impavidus from morning until after 11 o’clock at night!
The thunder flashes and maroons were so powerful that they shook the boat. By morning, Impavidus was covered in burnt paper, string, firework debris—and even iron filings that had already started leaving rust stains across the deck...We were expecting Malta’s fireworks to be spectacular. We weren’t expecting them to explode directly above Impavidus from morning until after 11 o’clock at night!
The thunder flashes and maroons were so powerful that they shook the boat. By morning, Impavidus was covered in burnt paper, string, firework debris—and even iron filings that had already started leaving rust stains across the deck.
After 7 spectacular—but rather exhausting—days of fireworks, it was time for us to continue our journey, so we set sail with Lady Aquitaine for Porto Palo on the southeastern corner of Sicily.
The passage was relatively uneventful for Impavidus—but Lady Aquitaine suddenly lost her engine around two hours from Sicily. Our inReach track shows the moment we stopped and made a two-mile dogleg to catch up with them and offer assistance.
Ian and Dasha will be showing the full story of their engine failure—and how they used their dinghy to push Lady Aquitaine—in their own video, so please visit their channel to see what happened from aboard their boat:
After six days in the unfinished marina at Porto Palo, we had run out of fresh fruit and vegetables—and Lady Aquitaine had run dangerously low on rum and Coke.
That meant a mile-long uphill expedition in temperatures approaching 40°C, dragging shopping trolleys behind us. By the time we returned, the wind had filled the bay with breaking waves, turning the final dinghy ride back to the boats into a thoroughly soaking—and rather difficult—end to the day.
From deafening Maltese fireworks and an engine stopping at sea to a sweltering Sicilian shopping expedition, this was not quite the peaceful cruising week we had planned.
Thanks for watching and for supporting Sailing SV Impavidus.
#Sailing #Malta #Sicily
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The Night Malta’s Fireworks Shook Our Boat!

We were expecting Malta’s fireworks to be spectacular. We weren’t expecting them to explode directly above Impavidus from morning until after 11 o’clock at night! The thunder flashes and maroons were so powerful that they shook the boat. By morning, Impavidus was covered in burnt paper, string, firework debris—and even iron filings that had already started leaving rust stains across the deck....

⚓ Next stop: Messina!

Watch the schooner Palinuro leave Elba Island under full sail as the "Deimos" Marshal Cadets hone their seamanship and teamwork on the high seas. 🌊⛵

#Palinuro #ItalianNavy #Sailing #ElbaIsland #Messina #BeyondHorizons

Nave Palinuro with the "Deimos" Marshal Cadets...

⚓ Full sails ahead! 🌊 The historic schooner Palinuro has departed Elba Island, setting sail toward Messina as the 2026 Education Campaign continues for the "Deimos" Marshal Cadets! Sailing shoulder-to-shoulder with the crew, these young cadets are refining their seamanship skills and building an unbreakable team spirit out on the open sea. ⛵✨ 👉 Watch the video to see her in action! #Palinuro...

In this Weeks video, we take a look at the market in St Georges bay. Has it changed or is it still the same? We take a gentle sale round from St George's Bay to Manoel Island. I go to the childless to pick up some gear and the boat gets a jolly good tidy up why because Cindy is on her way back. Enjoy the video

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Moving on.. She's back!! 😁♥️😁

In this Weeks video, we take a look at the market in St Georges bay. Has it changed or is it still the same? We take a gentle sale round from St George's Bay to Manoel Island. I go to the childless to pick up some gear and the boat gets a jolly good tidy up why because Cindy is on her way back. Enjoy the video Sail Safe Guys, Ant & Cid XX 🇬🇧 ⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️...

⚓ A Special Homecoming: Nave Palinuro Anchors in Palinuro! 🇮🇹⛵
As part of its 2026 training campaign, the Italian Navy's iconic tall ship, Nave Palinuro, has arrived in the breathtaking waters of Cilento to visit the very town that shares its name!
Here are the highlights of this historic visit:
• Training & Tradition: Aboard the vessel, trainees from the Morosini Naval College and the Navy...⚓ A Special Homecoming: Nave Palinuro Anchors in Palinuro! 🇮🇹⛵
As part of its 2026 training campaign, the Italian Navy's iconic tall ship, Nave Palinuro, has arrived in the breathtaking waters of Cilento to visit the very town that shares its name!
Here are the highlights of this historic visit:
• Training & Tradition: Aboard the vessel, trainees from the Morosini Naval College and the Navy Non-Commissioned Officers School are actively undergoing their training campaign while showcasing the finest of Italian maritime excellence.
• A Pact of Friendship: The local community and the Italian Navy have officially signed a friendship pact, marking the first step toward a deep, lasting collaboration between the town and the ship.
• Connecting History & Identity: Local leaders celebrated the event as a proud moment of cultural identity—linking the territory’s rich history and myth directly to the vessel representing it on the world stage.
• Bringing Institutions Closer: The landmark visit served as an inspiring showcase for the Cilento region, bringing citizens and institutions together in a shared celebration.
A truly unforgettable day celebrating history, unity, and Italian pride! 🌊🇮🇹
#Palinuro #Cilento #MarinaMilitare #ItalianNavy #NavePalinuro #MaritimeHeritage #ItalianPride Show more

La Nave Scuola Palinuro torna a casa: siglato il...

La Nave Scuola Palinuro fa tappa nel Cilento per la Campagna d'Istruzione 2026: siglato lo storico Patto d'amicizia con il Comune di Centola. Leggi l'articolo su www.infocilento.it #infocilento

⚓ The historic Italian Navy training ship Palinuro has arrived in Salerno! 🇮🇹⛵
The prestigious tall ship dropped anchor at Salerno port yesterday afternoon and has been welcoming eager crowds of locals and visitors keen to experience this iconic symbol of Italy’s maritime heritage.
Here is what’s happening on board:
• Training Future Leaders: 60 trainees (40 men and 20 women) from the Taranto...⚓ The historic Italian Navy training ship Palinuro has arrived in Salerno! 🇮🇹⛵
The prestigious tall ship dropped anchor at Salerno port yesterday afternoon and has been welcoming eager crowds of locals and visitors keen to experience this iconic symbol of Italy’s maritime heritage.
Here is what’s happening on board:
• Training Future Leaders: 60 trainees (40 men and 20 women) from the Taranto Navy School are embarking today to begin their training campaign to become Non-Commissioned Officers.
• Rich History: Built in France in 1934 and acquired by Italy in the 1950s, the Palinuro serves two main duties: training future sailors and representing Italian heritage across the globe.
• Life Lessons at Sea: Under the leadership of Commander Gianluca Montella, the voyage teaches trainees teamwork, resilience, and growth through overcoming challenges together at sea.
"We cannot command the wind, but we can adjust the sails to reach our destination." — Commander Gianluca Montella
Wishing the crew fair winds and following seas! 🌊💨 (Motto: "Faventibus Ventis" — With the favor of the winds)
#Salerno #Palinuro #MarinaMilitare #ItalianNavy #Sailing #MaritimeHeritage Show more

✅ NAVE SCUOLA PALINURO, SOSTA AL PORTO DI...

📺 𝟏𝟏𝟒 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄 ▶ 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐬𝐮𝐝𝐭𝐯.𝐧𝐞𝐭 ▶ 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤.𝐜𝐨𝐦/𝐬𝐮𝐝𝐭𝐯 ▶ 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐞.𝐜𝐨𝐦/@𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐓𝐯 #SudTv

⛵️ A major boost for the future of Greek sailing!
In collaboration with the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC), Stoiximan has donated 20 racing boats (10 Optimist and 10 ILCA types) to the Hellenic Sailing Federation.
The most important part? These boats will directly support young athletes from Greece's regional areas and islands, significantly reducing the financial and logistical burden on...⛵️ A major boost for the future of Greek sailing!
In collaboration with the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC), Stoiximan has donated 20 racing boats (10 Optimist and 10 ILCA types) to the Hellenic Sailing Federation.
The most important part? These boats will directly support young athletes from Greece's regional areas and islands, significantly reducing the financial and logistical burden on their families and local clubs, and ensuring equal opportunities for the next generation of sailors! 🇬🇷
#Sailing #GreekSports #Stoiximan #HOC #TeamHellas #SailingGreece Show more

⚓️ New Episode Alert: Prepping for the Summer Onslaught with Sailing Icon Kim Hapgood! ⚓️
We sat down on the American Sailor Podcast with Kim Hapgood, the legendary Program Director at Sail Newport, to talk about everything from 30 years of sailing education to major community milestones!
Here is what you missed on this week's episode:
• ⛵ The New J/7 Fleet: Sail Newport just commissioned a...⚓️ New Episode Alert: Prepping for the Summer Onslaught with Sailing Icon Kim Hapgood! ⚓️
We sat down on the American Sailor Podcast with Kim Hapgood, the legendary Program Director at Sail Newport, to talk about everything from 30 years of sailing education to major community milestones!
Here is what you missed on this week's episode:
• ⛵ The New J/7 Fleet: Sail Newport just commissioned a brand-new fleet of J/7s to replace their outgoing J/22s. With a roomier cockpit, boom-end sheeting, and extra stability, these boats are a game-changer for everyone from day renters to local 10-year-olds!
• 🏆 America's Cup "Full Circle" Moment: In a huge historic move, public-access community center Sail Newport has been named the Club of Record for the new American Racing Challenger America's Cup team!
• 🎒 The Pell Program: Celebrating its 8th year, this incredible partnership gets every single local public elementary fourth grader out on the water and into the classroom at Fort Adams State Park. Talk about growing the base of the sport!
• 🎓 Instructor Training & Career Advice: Kim (who has trained an estimated 750–1,000 instructors!) shares her wisdom on Level 1 courses, the benefits of the online/hybrid transition, and how a summer stint as a sailing instructor builds a professional resume that rivals any corporate internship.
What keeps Kim coming back after three decades? "Every day is different... and the rewards of watching staff or students have success in their own way is really big."
👉 Want a podcast sticker? Drop the team an email at AmericanSailor@ussailing.org!
What are your big plans for hitting the water this summer? Let us know in the comments! 👇

#USSailing #AmericanSailorPodcast #SailNewport #SailingEducation #CommunitySailing #SailingLife #AmericasCup #J7Boats #YouthSailing #SailingInstructor #RhodeIslandSailing Show more

Ep. 23 Interview: Sail Newport's Program...

This week the team sits down with Sail Newport's Program Director Kim Hapgood. Kim has been rocking it at Sail Newport for 30 years this year. John, Whitney and Kim catch up on all the happenings at Sail Newport including the recent J/7 fleet dedication and commissioning, the America's Cup and all things summer sailing.