Captain & Crew of Pacific NW Expeditions


Captain Peter Frost

USCG 100-ton Master Near-Coastal, STCW-95, Sailing and Commercial Towing endorsements

USCG Master License serial #1533229

U.S. Sailing Keelboat and Cruising Instructor, member #220269P

MMD Mariner #2689302

Peter Frost is Pacific NW Expeditions’ primary captain, sailing “Silent Partner” to the far corners of Alaska since 2000

His career began in 1993 as watch officer aboard the 72′ Brigantine “St. Lawrence II.” Bewitched by the sea at an early age, Peter Frost has led an exciting life on the water sailing all types of craft.

–7 years aboard 72′ Brigantine
–Voyage Alaska ’03, ’05, & ’08
–Vic-Maui and Oregon Offshore veteran
–9 years as Master of S/V Silent Partner
–Deliveries on the Pacific coast, ICW, and Great Lakes
–20k NM experience sailing the north Pacific Ocean

Mike Frost

First Mate

Mike Frost serves as first mate aboard S/V Silent Partner. Together he and Peter Frost create sailing expeditions in Alaska. He is an encyclopedia of knowledge on the Inside Passage, and a trusted companion on the high seas.

–Gulf of Alaska veteran –Voyage Alaska ’03 & ’05 –10k NM experience on the Inside Passage

Christoph Ibele

US Sailing Instructor, Delivery Crew

Christoph was an elemental member of the crew for Voyage Alaska 2005. He spent his college years as a US Sailing instructor for the University of Wisconsin. He has spent several years sailing the waters of the Pacific NW from Olympia to Juneau. Pacific NW Expeditions calls upon Christoph when the route demands heavy-weather sailing and 24-hour watch-keeping.

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Matthew Mitchell

US Sailing Instructor, ASA Certified Basic Keelboat Instructor, Delivery Crew

Matthew Mitchell grew up sailing with his parents and racing scows on inland waters. Inevitably he moved to larger boats and started racing a Frers 36 out of Hampton, VA. But presently he is earning “freedom chips” and looking forward to enjoying the cruising life on his home built scudder.
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Reeb Willms

Delivery Crew

WWU Crew National Champion, 2007

Reeb is Silent Partner’s watch-keeper while captain Frost is on a delivery. She grew up in the desert, but in a place called Waterville. Her path has led thus far to Bellingham, at the gateway to the Inside Passage. Despite her red hair, she is good luck aboard a ship, and her adventurous spirit is a breath of fresh air on every voyage.

Ryan Grant

Delivery Crew

Web Solutions [r7designs.com>]

Ryan Grant is Pacific NW Expeditions’ link to shore while we sail the high seas. He has provided IT support for each of the Voyage Alaska expeditions. Ryan has sailed to every fjord and glacier on the outer Kenai Peninsula, is a crack sailor, and a pleasure to have on board (when we can get him away from the computer!)
If you enjoy this website, Ryan will be happy to set one up for you too.

Jakob Bueche

Delivery Crew, Ship’s Engineer

Jakob can be found in the bilges, covered in oil. When the engine quits on the high seas, Jakob is Pacific NW Expeditions’ tried and trusted mechanic. Jakob grew up on Mt. Desert Island in Maine, among some of the finest sailors to be found anywhere.

–USCG O.U.P.V. Inland (“six-pack”)
–6 years commercial fishing on F/V “Glacier Bay”
–12 years experience as ship-board mechanic

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Adam Sterling Mims

Delivery Crew

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