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McKayla Bower

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On the Wind Sailing

Out The Gate Sailing

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McKayla Bower is an experienced outdoorswoman who is preparing to set off around the world alone on her San Juan 30, Swirl. Her goal is to become the first openly transgender person to circumnavigate and the first queer person to do so solo.   We talked about her journey of coming out, moving aboard her boat and teaching herself to sail, and learning about fear and risk in the outdoors.  Instagram @svswirl Don't miss this year's Seam'nship Workshop at the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat Show in October. Register now at 59-north.com/seamnship -- If you liked this conversation you'll LOVE The QUARTERDECK, 59 North's 'deep dives on the art of seamanship.' Join our interactive community and get involved in the conversation at quarterdeck.59-north.com. First two weeks FREE, then multiple pricing options thereafter.  -- ON THE WIND is presented by Forbes Horton Yachts. Get in touch with Forbes today about buying or selling a boat. The show is also presented by Blu3, makers of compact shallow-water tankless diving systems. 

McKayla Bower is an experienced outdoorswoman who is preparing to set off around the world alone on her San Juan 30, Swirl. Her goal is to become the first openly transgender person to circumnavigate and the first queer person to do so solo.  We talked about her journey of coming out, moving aboard her boat and teaching herself to sail, and learning about fear and risk in the outdoors. Instagram @svswirl Don't miss this year's Seam'nship Workshop at the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat Show in October. Register now at <a href="https://www.59-north.com/seamnship" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">59-north.com/seamnship</a> -- If you liked this conversation you'll LOVE <a href="https://quarterdeck.59-north.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The QUARTERDECK</a>, 59 North's 'deep dives on the art of seamanship.' Join our interactive community and get involved in the conversation at <a href="https://quarterdeck.59-north.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">quarterdeck.59-north.com</a>. First two weeks FREE, then multiple pricing options thereafter.  -- ON THE WIND is presented by <a href="https://forbesyachts.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Forbes Horton Yachts</a>. Get in touch with Forbes today about buying or selling a boat. The show is also presented by <a href="https://www.diveblu3.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blu3</a>, makers of compact shallow-water tankless diving systems.

McKayla Bower // Trans Around the World

Whether she’s rock climbing or sailing, McKayla Bower is motivated by always moving forward. And by setting her sights on becoming the first trans woman and queer person to circumnavigate the world solo in her sailboat Swirl, she’s moving forward in more ways than one.We talk about what inspired the trip, how McKayla is preparing for the journey, the kinds of marine life she will encounter, and the big why behind this big endeavor.Featured in this episode: McKayla Bower (she/her)Hosted &amp; Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner BootsJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com &amp; Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: McKayla BowerWebsite: WhoisMcKaylaBower.comInstagram | YouTube  | TikTok | TwitterRate this podcastRavel MediaSponsors Danner: Learn more about the Inquire Collection at Danner.com/inquireMusic is licensed through podcastmusic.com unless otherwise noted.Music also by Josh Woodward. Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. 

Whether she’s rock climbing or sailing, McKayla Bower is motivated by always moving forward. And by setting her sights on becoming the first trans woman and queer person to circumnavigate the world solo in her sailboat Swirl, she’s moving forward in more ways than one.We talk about what inspired the trip, how McKayla is preparing for the journey, the kinds of marine life she will encounter, and the big why behind this big endeavor.Featured in this episode: McKayla Bower (she/her)Hosted &amp; Produced by <a href="https://www.galestraub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gale Straub</a>A production of<a href="https://www.ravelmedia.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ravel Media</a>Sponsored by <a href="https://www.danner.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Danner Boots</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheexplorespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook</a>Visit<a href="https://she-explores.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> She-Explores.com</a> &amp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/she_explores" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Follow Us on Instagram</a>Resources<ul><li>Featured in this episode: McKayla Bower<ul><li>Website: <a href="https://www.whoismckaylabower.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WhoisMcKaylaBower.com</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/svswirl/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/MrTheatregod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>  | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@svswirl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TikTok | </a><a href="https://twitter.com/svswirl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li></ul></li><li><a href="https://www.ratethispodcast.com/sheexplores" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rate this podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ravelmedia.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravel Media</a></li></ul>Sponsors <ul><li><a href="https://www.danner.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Danner</a>: Learn more about the Inquire Collection at <a href="https://www.danner.com/inquire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Danner.com/inquire</a></li></ul>Music is licensed through <a href="http://podcastmusic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastmusic.com</a> unless otherwise noted.Music also by Josh Woodward. Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Constant Forward Movement: McKayla Bower

McKala Bower is a trans woman who only started sailing a short while ago, but she’s got big ambitions to be the first trans and first openly gay person to circumnavigate solo. She’s always loved adventure and the outdoors and we talk about how at 25, a near-death experience in the mountains actually led her to coming out as trans. Now she’s tackling an adventure on the sea aboard her sailboat S/V Swirl, a San Juan 30, built in 1977. Learn more about McKayla at whoismckaylabower.com

McKala Bower is a trans woman who only started sailing a short while ago, but she’s got big ambitions to be the first trans and first openly gay person to circumnavigate solo. She’s always loved adventure and the outdoors and we talk about how at 25, <a href="https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/pacific-crest-trail-super-dangerous-year/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a near-death experience</a> in the mountains actually led her to coming out as trans. Now she’s tackling an adventure on the sea aboard her sailboat S/V Swirl, a San Juan 30, built in 1977. Learn more about McKayla at <a href="http://whoismckaylabower.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whoismckaylabower.com</a>