The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down

The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down

June 7, 2026 · 45 min

About this episode

This episode explores sailing along the coast of Maine with Justin Schaefer and Jocelyn Schmidt, highlighting the experiences and memories created on the Schooner J. & E. Riggin.

Some journeys change the way we see the world. On this episode of Speaking of Travel, we're setting sail along the coast of Maine with Justin Schaefer and Jocelyn Schmidt, owners and captains of the historic Schooner J. & E. Riggin. Together they've created an experience where the wind sets the pace and the sea shapes each day. And how the simple moments become the memories that stay with us long after the journey ends. As proud members of the Maine Windjammer Association, Justin and Joce...

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Host: Marilyn Ball

Guests: Justin Schaefer, Jocelyn Schmidt

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Organizations: Maine Windjammer Association

Books & works: Schooner J. & E. Riggin

Places: Maine

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