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RIVER LIFE, HOW WE DID IT [Adventure #63]
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RIVER LIFE, HOW WE DID IT [Adventure #63]
Come see how we live on 16-day, totally self-sufficient, self-supported river trip through the Grand Canyon on an 18-foot raft. We’ll cover how we pack and rig the boats, preparing for the possibility of a flip in whitewater, and also how we unpack and ...
WE’RE DONE HERE [Adventure #64]
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WE’RE DONE HERE [Adventure #64]
Finally!! The time has come to say goodbye to the city and begin making our way North into the Sea of Cortez, but it seems that La Paz just doesn’t want to let us go… Dirty bottoms, overheating engines, lost sea strainer lids, empty tanks - none of it...
THE OTHER SIDE OF SAN FRANCISCO [Adventure #65]
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THE OTHER SIDE OF SAN FRANCISCO [Adventure #65]
Sure, there’s the beautiful cove and sandy beach, but the rest of this place is pretty dang amazing too!! Come check out the other side of San Francisco with us, from amazing water views while hiking, to some great catches while fishing, we love this pl...
Q&A: WHERE & HOW DO WE WE HELP? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
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Q&A: WHERE & HOW DO WE WE HELP? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
We sit down and answer a questions from our supporters on Patreon. You ask, we answer! Question: Your journey revolves around the very laudable goal of "sailing with a purpose," which includes "making an impact" at the places you visit. How will you go...
Q&A:  WHY WE CHOSE OUR ANCHOR [Adventure Adrift Extra]
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Q&A: WHY WE CHOSE OUR ANCHOR [Adventure Adrift Extra]
We sit down and answer a questions from our supporters on Patreon. You ask, we answer! Question: We wondered what makes your new main anchor so much improved? Weight, size, design? We recently upgraded from a 33 pound Bruce anchor to a 44 pound Rocna ...
OFF-SEASON CRUISING IN MEXICO [Adventure #66]
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OFF-SEASON CRUISING IN MEXICO [Adventure #66]
Typical cruising season has ended, leaving us with all nearly every anchorage all to ourselves! We check out a ghost town at an abandoned salt mine, explore a little mangrove channel, visit a tiny fishing village accessible only by boat, take in some amaz...
Q&A:  HOW TO ENTER FOREIGN PORT BY BOAT? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
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Q&A: HOW TO ENTER FOREIGN PORT BY BOAT? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
We sit down and answer a questions from our supporters on Patreon. You ask, we answer! Question: A question in regards to entry into territorial waters as you travel the world... I know you recently had to get some sort of visa for Mexico, but did you ...
BAJA’S QUINTESSENTIAL MEXICAN VILLAGE [Adventure #67]
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BAJA’S QUINTESSENTIAL MEXICAN VILLAGE [Adventure #67]
We sail to Agua Verde and discover a hidden gem! This quintessential Mexican village is a little paradise, transporting us back in time to a simpler life. We find small family farms raising goats and pigs, a tiny grocery shop with everything you need, al...
Q&A:  HEALTH INSURANCE WHILE CRUISING? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
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Q&A: HEALTH INSURANCE WHILE CRUISING? [Adventure Adrift Extra]
We sit down and answer a questions from our supporters on Patreon. You ask, we answer! Question: Do you carry health insurance while cruising, or have you decided to go without? If you do have health insurance, what kind of plan covers you in remote p...
GRINDING OUT SUMMER [Adventure #68]
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GRINDING OUT SUMMER [Adventure #68]
Summer boating in Mexico… life is hot, but life is good! We survive the summer heat by jumping in the water to keep cool, and get some breeze with some nice upwind sailing out to the beautiful deserted island of Monserrat. With the anchorage to ourselv...
Q&A:  TRACKING & SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS [Adventure Adrift Extra]
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Q&A: TRACKING & SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS [Adventure Adrift Extra]
We sit down and answer a questions from our supporters on Patreon. You ask, we answer! Question: Do you have a Spot, or some other device, that allows your relatives to track you? We don't have a Spot, but we do have an Iridium GO! This provides track...
DREAM SAIL: RETURN OF THE KITE [Adventure #69]
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DREAM SAIL: RETURN OF THE KITE [Adventure #69]
We have the most perfect sailing days to get the spinnaker back in the air and flying again as we sail from Isla Monserrat to Isla Danzante! As we navigate around the reefs and rocks of the area we rely more our our GPS waypoints, satellite maps and what ...
HIDDEN PORT: WATER & WINCHES [Adventure #70]
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HIDDEN PORT: WATER & WINCHES [Adventure #70]
In Puerto Escondido it’s all about the W’s… water and winches. We make many trips in the dinghy to fill up our tanks with potable water from jerry cans, and Ty works on trying to disassemble and service one of our main winches. Then, it’s back ou...
CITY LIFE, ISLAND LIFE [Adventure #71]
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CITY LIFE, ISLAND LIFE [Adventure #71]
Anchored off Loreto, we go in to explore the oldest city in Baja California, stocking up on supplies and doing a few odd errands. Then, it’s back to the incredible islands of the Sea of Cortez! We soak in the warm waters of Isla Carmen, taking in the be...
SUMMER DOESN’T END HERE [Adventure #72]
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SUMMER DOESN’T END HERE [Adventure #72]
There’s no end to summer here in Mexico, and we have some perfect sailing days along with the summer days. Sailing from Isla Coronado north to Punta Pulpito, we check out a sea cave, the blue footed boobies and do some awesome spear fishing. Making our...
TROPICAL STORM LIDIA [REAL TIME UPDATE]
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TROPICAL STORM LIDIA [REAL TIME UPDATE]
In the very north end of the Sea of Cortez, just outside the path of Tropical Storm Lidia, we share an update on how we are doing and the conditions we’ve experienced here in San Felipe, Mexico. ________________ We hope you enjoy our videos and advent...
DIY PRESSURE CANNING ON A BOAT [Side Adventure #4]
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DIY PRESSURE CANNING ON A BOAT [Side Adventure #4]
Join us on board our sailboat in Mexico as we walk through the steps of preserving fresh meat. We start with some local chorizo, and in just a few hours we process it to be completely sealed in mason jars and preserved via pressure canning, staying fresh ...
STORM PREPARATION GONE WRONG [Adventure #73]
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STORM PREPARATION GONE WRONG [Adventure #73]
We were totally unprepared for our first Chubasco Thunderstorm. Anchored in Bahía Concepción, we thought we had prepared for the coming lightning storm, but end up dragging several miles out to sea in 50 knot winds. Learn what we did wrong, and how we ...
SAILING TO A DESERT OASIS [Adventure #74]
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SAILING TO A DESERT OASIS [Adventure #74]
In the middle of Mexico’s Baja California, we find a true oasis! We sail to Mulege, and along a mountain-spring fed river surrounded by date palms, we discover a mission from the 1700’s. Then, we enjoy some great sailing North to Punta Chivato and Isl...
ABANDONED FRENCH MINE IN MEXICO [Adventure #75]
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ABANDONED FRENCH MINE IN MEXICO [Adventure #75]
Wandering around the old town of Santa Rosalía we find an incredible abandoned copper mining operation. Founded in the 1800’s by the French El Boleo company, the old foundry building, among many others has been completely abandoned, although we discove...
RUNNING FROM STORMS [Adventure #76]
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RUNNING FROM STORMS [Adventure #76]
In the peak of the summer Chubasco storm season, we find ourselves keeping a close eye on the weather and have to make a midnight run from a huge thunderstorm that’s bearing down on us. After the storm passes, we head back out to enjoy some amazing divin...
KEEP THE WORLD’S BEACHES CLEAN! [Side Adventure #5]
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KEEP THE WORLD’S BEACHES CLEAN! [Side Adventure #5]
On a pristine island, we find a beach full of plastic and garbage. Upon discovering that this is a popular spot for local families from the nearby town to come on the weekends, where they seem to leave all of their trash behind, we take it upon ourselves ...
Living Off the SEA [Adventure #77]
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Living Off the SEA [Adventure #77]
As we sail into the Northern Sea of Cortez, we soon realize that we are in for a longer passage than planned… but it’s all good because we hit a fish-catching streak, scoring Dorado and Pacific Sierra, which give us some awesome sushi and ceviche! We ...
BACK TO THE USA [Adventure #78]
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BACK TO THE USA [Adventure #78]
And so begins the journey back to the US… for us it’s no easy feat - sailing several hundred miles, hitching a ride, a bus trip, Uber ride, rental car, border crossing and long drive through the mountain and finally we arrive at our destination! We sp...
TOURISTS IN TOWN [Adventure #79]
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TOURISTS IN TOWN [Adventure #79]
In the popular Mexican beach getaway destination of San Felipe, we experience a different side of Mexico, wandering the beach, taking in the sights. We learn that this place is not only home to vacationers, but also to a nearly extinct breed of dolphin, t...
SAILING ENCHANTED WATERS [Adventure #80]
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SAILING ENCHANTED WATERS [Adventure #80]
Join us as we explore the rarely sailed Northern Sea of Cortez, setting out from San Felipe, we visit Bahía Willard and the nearby Enchanted Islands, dropping the hook in the most picturesque little cove at Islote Pomo. We swim with a friendly sea lion o...
REFUGE FROM THE WORLD [Adventure #81]
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REFUGE FROM THE WORLD [Adventure #81]
In the Northern Sea of Cortez, we set off for what we think will be an easy overnight sail, but with much stronger winds than forecasted, our passage quickly turns into a rough, choppy ride, complete with engine trouble. Finally, we arrive into Puerto Ref...
INCREDIBLE SHARK ENCOUNTER [Adventure #82]
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INCREDIBLE SHARK ENCOUNTER [Adventure #82]
Sailing in the Northern Sea of Cortez, we stumble across an incredible sight… A sardine bait ball that had attracted hundreds of feeding sharks, tuna, dorado, and even a sea lion and lots birds! We douse the sails and drift into the center of the feedin...
CAN YOU HIDE IN A TANK? [Adventure #83]
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CAN YOU HIDE IN A TANK? [Adventure #83]
In anticipation of the first “El Norte” of the season, we sneak through the perilous entrance into “the tank” at Isla Estanque. Here, a beautiful naturally formed lagoon protects us from the wind as we hike and explore this incredible desert full ...
HAVE YOU HEARD THE TALE? [Adventure #84]
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HAVE YOU HEARD THE TALE? [Adventure #84]
Have you heard of the largest fish in the world? Would you swim with it? In Bahía de los Angeles, we find whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, and jump in and go for a swim! Come get an up close look at these amazing, giant creatures! ___________...
STARTING ACROSS THE SEA [Adventure #85]
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STARTING ACROSS THE SEA [Adventure #85]
The time has finally come for us to say farewell to Baja, sailing out of Bahía de los Angeles to Puerto Don Juan. Here we do some amazing diving with a very curious sea lion, some electric rays, and some friendly puffer fish. Then, we bid farewell to Ba...
PEACEFUL ISLANDS -[Adventure #86]
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PEACEFUL ISLANDS -[Adventure #86]
Out at the Midriff Islands, we find total peace and tranquility - crystal clear water for diving, 360 degree panoramic views, incredible desert hiking, unique rock formations and ruins from centuries ago. These Sea of Cortez islands, Isla Partida and Isla...
BUT WE DON’T WANT TO LEAVE [Adventure #87]
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BUT WE DON’T WANT TO LEAVE [Adventure #87]
In Mexico, we anchor off the ominously named Isla Salsipuedes, which translates to “Get Out If You Can.” Despite the name, we want to stay as long as we can, because it is one of the most picturesque islands that we have seen! Here we enjoy beautiful ...
HOOKED ON BOOBIES [Adventure #88]
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HOOKED ON BOOBIES [Adventure #88]
We hit a Brown Booby fishing streak sailing in the Northern Sea of Cortez, which requires lots of booby rescues, creative deterrent methods and rehabilitation for these cute sea birds. We sail into our first port on mainland Mexico and anchor with the shr...
THE LONG HAUL [Adventure #89]
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THE LONG HAUL [Adventure #89]
Because to keep the journey going, you gotta put in some work! To keep Varuna ship shape, we pull into a tiny dock at Marina Seca Guaymas on mainland Mexico, haul her out of the water, and settle into a dusty new life up on the hard. Our goal is to get i...
BOATYARD WORK, WEEK 2 [Adventure #90]
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BOATYARD WORK, WEEK 2 [Adventure #90]
Coming at you from Marina Seca Guaymas, we get onto the real work, starting at the local lumber shop. We purchase plywood for a waterproof deck box and to make repairs to our dinghy. Ty gets to work on some gelcoat repairs for Varuna and builds a box on ...

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