“we do it because it’s fun, it’s fun because we get to do it”
-Jared
meet Hannah
Originally from landlocked Kentucky, Hannah has always craved adventure, preferring to feel small in the big wide world rather than stay comfortable in one place. She has built a life around chasing curiosity, embracing uncertainty, and turning setback into fuel for the next challenge, whether that’s out scaling cliffs, chasing waves, or crossing oceans.
She has always craved the sea, Hannah’s happy place; a space that teaches patience, humility, the importance of listening and living in the moment. Her love for sailing kicked off during a summer in Oahu, where she spent her days capsizing sailing dinghies and exploring with friends on Hobie cats. The image that stayed with her as inspiration was a friend’s photo of their boat gliding beneath the Golden Gate Bridge after crossing the Pacific - a glimpse of the kind of adventure she dreamed of one day pursuing.
That dream became reality when Hannah completed the 2025-26 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, circumnavigating the globe with an international crew aboard CV28 sponsored by Qingdao. Over 44,000 nautical miles and nearly a year at sea, she navigated ocean crossings, extreme conditions, ever-changing crew dynamics, and the challenges of leading an learning in one of the most demanding environments on Earth. Along the way, she discovered not only the strength required to cross oceans, but the lessons that come from trusting others, embracing uncertainty, and finding your place in a constantly changing world.
Before setting off on her circumnavigation, Hannah and her husband Jared embraced the live aboard lifestyle aboard S/V Salty Saguaro, their Kelly Peterson 44, trading a traditional path for a life built around adventure and exploration. They spent their second date rock climbing at sunset and ever since, they have continued chasing the next horizon together.
Through Our Salty Ventures, Hannah shares the stories, lessons, and adventures that come from stepping outside the familiar. From ocean crossings and boat life to leadership, resilience, and designing a life with intention, she hopes to inspire others to get curious, take the leap, and pursue their own version of an extraordinary life.
The journey isn’t always smooth sailing - literally or figuratively - but the moments that challenge us are often the ones that shape us the most.
meet Jared
Jared hails from Fountain Hills, Arizona—small-town vibes but big dreams. Growing up surrounded by the desert gave him a deep respect for the outdoors, but after so much time in the heat and dust, he started craving something a little… wetter. Inspired by his dad’s sailing stories from the Sea of Cortez—and, of course, meeting a girl who thought it was a great idea—Jared decided to swap desert landscapes for ocean horizons.
Sailing is still pretty new to Jared, but he’s already hooked on the adventure. He’s not quite sure what he loves most about it yet, but hitting 7 knots for the first time was a thrill. He’s got his sights set on crossing the Pacific and spending time in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, with Australia or New Zealand as ultimate goals.
Professionally, Jared’s got a background that’s pretty handy at sea. After spending years as a rock climbing guide and working in the rope manufacturing industry, he knows his way around rigging and is no stranger to heights. Climbing the mast to check or repair lines? No problem—he’s more than comfortable up there.
On this whole sailing journey, Jared’s partner in adventure is his wife, Hannah. They’ve tackled all kinds of challenges together, from rock climbing to free diving to surfing. Sailing is just the latest in a long line of shared experiences that strengthen their bond. They balance each other out, approaching tasks 50/50 and playing to their strengths.
Jared’s philosophy on life and adventure? “We do it because it’s fun. It’s fun because we get to do it.” He hopes their stories on Our Salty Ventures show that you don’t have to be great at everything—you just have to try. Fear? It’s the only thing that gets smaller the closer you get to it. So go ahead and do the scary things.
