Inspired by Hannah

05/24/2026

The Powers Family stopped by our tent today at the Kent Narrows, MD Boat Safety Day! Make sure to stop by to see us, and if you’re in the area!🩷

05/24/2026

Don’t forget to join us for the boating safety event at the Kent Narrows boat ramp tomorrow!🩷

05/22/2026

Did you know May is boat safety month? To kick off Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer, we wanted to remind everyone that the U.S. Coast Guard requires all boaters to carry essential safety equipment for their vessel, including life jackets, visual distress signals, and sound‑producing devices. Even simple tools like a pair of paddles can be the difference between drifting into a current and reaching shore safely.

While dining at Bridges Restaurant on Kent Island after sharing resources at the Bay Bridge Boat Show, we watched two resourceful young women paddling to shore. Without their oars, they could have been swept into the Chesapeake Bay’s strong, unpredictable current.

At Inspired by Hannah, we admire independent, capable women who work together with determination. Chloe and Kayla’s goal that day was very clear: get themselves and their boat safely to shore.

Chloe and Kayla have been piloting boats on the Chesapeake Bay for several years. Their safety advice for fellow boaters is to always be sure to do a full safety check before leaving the marina. Plan back ups for back ups and always have a plan for what could possibly happen when on the water! We hope everyone has a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!

04/18/2026

Don’t forget, we’re at the Bay Bridge Boat Show this weekend!! Hannah’s dad, Dave, is distributing safety packets to boat owners. He had the privilege of seeing the Karcher family again and shared some updated boat safety tips with them for the upcoming season! Make sure to stop by to see him!

Don’t forget, if you have a Hannah’s Marine Awareness safety packet - please take a picture of it in your boat this summer and DM it to us along with your location! We want to see how many different places the boat safety packets are being used!💕

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04/17/2026

Hannah’s dad, Dave, had the privilege of meeting John from today at the Bay Bridge Boat Show and shared some boat safety tips with him for the upcoming season! Make sure to stop by to see him this weekend!

Don’t forget, if you have a Hannah’s Marine Awareness safety packet - please take a picture of it in your boat this summer and DM it to us along with your location! We want to see how many different places the boat safety packets are being used!💕

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04/17/2026

Inspired by Hannah is at the Bay Bridge Boat Show this weekend!! Hannah’s dad, Dave, is distributing safety packets to boat owners. Make sure to stop by to see him!

Don’t forget, if you have a Hannah’s Marine Awareness safety packet - please take a picture of it in your boat this summer and DM it to us along with your location! We want to see how many different places the boat safety packets are being used!💕

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11/30/2025

Exciting announcement from the Chesapeake Boating Academy!! When we’re asked about boat safety courses, Chesapeake Boating Academy is our go to recommendation!! If you need a thoughtful gift for the holidays, contact Chesapeake Boating Academy for a gift certificate for on-the-water training!!

SUPER EXCITED TO BE WELCOMING CAPT. MARLA TO THE CBA TEAM- 2026 will bring a lot more offerings of our 3 hour Women Making Waves courses at both our locations! Marla is a USCG-licensed 100-ton Master and accomplished NSBC & ASA instructor who is a local live-aboard cruiser with her husband aboard their 46’ Grand Banks in Eastport. With decades of experience—from charter skippering throughout the Caribbean to offshore passages, schooner work, and years cruising the East Coast aboard her own boats—Marla brings seasoned judgment and steady confidence to maritime roles. She has taught thousands of students locally and around the country and earned ASA’s Outstanding Instructor of the Year Award for her exceptional approach to teaching.

Marla’s adventurous spirit extends far beyond sailing. She lived in Nairobi, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, performed on stage at The Punchline and has long been involved in leadership and community roles, including Toastmasters, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and international travel. Marla is known for her professionalism, warmth, and passion for helping others discover confidence and joy on the water.

09/05/2025

September 5th marks the fifth anniversary of Hannah’s passing—a day forever etched in our hearts.

This photo occasionally appears in our feed, offering a quiet reminder from Hannah to stay strong.

Grief has shaped us, but hasn’t defined us. Through Inspired by Hannah, we’ve found purpose in supporting young women, promoting boat safety, and building a mission rooted in resilience and compassion.

Thank you to those who continue to walk this journey with us. We are immensely grateful for your support, as it helps us to keep Hannah’s light shining.

To anyone facing loss: may you find strength in love and comfort in the legacy of those you hold close.

🩷 Forever Inspired by Hannah

08/28/2025

Labor Day Saturday has been difficult since Hannah’s tragic boating accident. We use it as a time to remember, reflect, and raise boat safety awareness. Please share this post and help us reach a larger audience.

As the holiday approaches, we channel Hannah’s vibrant spirit to lift our sails—and remind everyone to stay hyper-focused while piloting their boat. Please check the tide before you ride and constantly scan your surroundings for other vessels, persons in the water, channel or shoal markers, and possible debris.

STAY ALERT FOR HANNAH’S SAKE.

Wishing you a safe and joyful boating weekend with family and friends. 💙⚓

07/20/2025

In honor of Hannah’s 28th birthday this year, Inspired by Hannah provided support to Home of the Sparrow, a local nonprofit whose mission is to partner with single women in Chester County, PA who are facing homelessness. The organization works to secure housing and provide resources that help women achieve long-term stability. We participated in their annual fund raising event “A Walk for Women” and donated essential items to benefit the women they serve.🩷

We encourage you to learn more about this amazing organization by visiting https://www.homeofthesparrow.org.