A Female Entrepreneur’s Resilience to Transform Tragedy into a Sailing Legacy

Captain Genevieve Evans, is a Master Sailing Instructor and the founder of a premier learn-to-sail masterclass and vacation charter in the stunning US Virgin Islands, Go Sail Virgin Islands.

She is making waves in the sailing industry by empowering women to embrace the adventure, freedom, and healing power of sailing, with her journey from the corporate world to becoming a leading figure in the sailing community serving as a story of resilience, passion, and purpose.

Born and raised in Montana, Genevieve’s love for sailing began at 16, experiencing the thrill of freedom on the water. Years later, disillusioned with corporate life, she rekindled this passion, embarking on a transformative sailing adventure in 2009, in the Abaco Islands (Bahamas) that redefined her life.

During that adventure, she met Captain Erik, a solo sailor who would forever change her life. Together, they embarked on a six-month, 1,500-mile journey through the Bahamas on his 29ft monohull sailboat. By the end, she knew one thing for sure—sailing was her future. One late evening, Genevieve’s life took an unexpected turn when a tragic accident ended Erik’s life and shattered her routine. This event strengthened her resolve to live with purpose.

Sailing became her path to healing and empowerment, leading her to found Go Sail Virgin Islands and Go Sail Flathead Lake. Through these ventures, Genevieve not only teaches the technical skills of sailing but also inspires others to embrace challenges, pursue their dreams, and discover their inner strength.

Captain Genevieve’s journey demonstrates the power of following your passion and inspires aspiring sailors that it’s never too late to chart a new course in life.