NanoCruising

What happens when you step away from the pace of modern life and surrender to the rhythms of nature? In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with filmmaker, author, and adventurer Dianne Whelan , whose deeply moving and award-winning film 500 Days in the Wild chronicles her six-year journey along the entire 24,000 km Trans Canada Trail — from the Atlantic to the Pacific and up to the Arctic Ocean. But this isn’t your average endurance story. Yes, she paddled vast stretches of water by canoe, hiked thousands of kilometers, and endured some of the most remote and wild landscapes on Earth. But the real story is about listening . Listening to the land. To Indigenous elders. To her own shifting sense of purpose. It’s a story of reconnection — with the Earth, with others, and with herself. In our conversation, Dianne shares: How she discovered canoeing — and how it became central to her connection with nature Her shift from seeing the journey as an athletic expedition to a s...

If you’ve ever dreamed of hitching up a small sailboat and exploring both lakes and coasts at your own pace, this episode is for you. We sit down with Eric Zilbert , Commodore of the Potter Yachters , one of the largest and longest-standing trailer sailor clubs in North America. In our conversation, Eric shares how he first fell in love with sailing, how he found his West Wight Potter 19 , and how discovering the Potter Yachters transformed his boating life. 🚤 What Makes the Potter 19 Special? Eric offers great insights into the appeal of the Potter 19 —a rugged, trailerable microcruiser known for its accessibility and versatility. He also touches on how it compares to its smaller sibling, the Potter 15 , and why he feels the P19 is a great boat for solo sailing, family cruising, and overnight adventures. 🧭 Advice for New Trailer Sailors For those just starting out, Eric shares real-world tips on finding the right boat, joining a local club, and easing into overnight trips. His...