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Captain Stephen has Yacht Envy! Sport Fishing Mother Ship – Compass Rose – #SHORTS
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Captain Stephen has Yacht Envy! Sport Fishing Mother Ship – Compass Rose – #SHORTS

While recently in Savannah at Thunderbolt Marine Services, we were treated to super views of this amazing sport fishing mother ship, Compass Rose. Quite the vessel. World traveling 160 foot sport fishing luxury yacht for fishing from the flats to the...
  • Jul 12, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:03:56
15 Mahi Dolphin Fish Caught – 6 hours Sailing in Georgia Gulf Stream – EP45
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15 Mahi Dolphin Fish Caught – 6 hours Sailing in Georgia Gulf Stream – EP45

3 Guys, 15 Mahi, 6 Hours. Non-stop from 8 AM to 2 PM. Gulf Stream Georgia. All Mahi vacuum packed and frozen for consumption by us and friends. No mahi wasted. LINKS: BLOG SITE: https://bluedotvoyages.com FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/bluedo...
  • May 25, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:55
Winter 2020 – 38 repairs for the Boat Yard – Sailing on Blue Dot Voyages “Pilar” – EP43
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Winter 2020 – 38 repairs for the Boat Yard – Sailing on Blue Dot Voyages “Pilar” – EP43

We did some time in the winter of 2020...in the Boat Yard. We accomplished a TON of boat projects - some mandatory and some that we just wanted to make our eventual full time life on board as comfortable as possible for us and our guests. TIMELINE: Intr...
  • May 18, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:10
How We Pimped our Master Stateroom and Salon – on Leopard48 “Pilar” – EP42
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How We Pimped our Master Stateroom and Salon – on Leopard48 “Pilar” – EP42

Our Leopard48 has comfortable staterooms, however since we will eventually be sleeping here every night, we decided to expand our master stateroom bed to a REAL King size instead of the Queen size it was. We eliminated the V berth at the foot of the bed a...
  • May 10, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:07:01
Summers at Bohicket – Kiawah, Seabrook, Johns Island Sailing & more – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP41
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Summers at Bohicket – Kiawah, Seabrook, Johns Island Sailing & more – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP41

This is the story of summer in South Carolina - serene beaches, ocean surf, sea creatures, sailing, sightseeing, long enjoyable days, and restful nights. Our home port is part of the Charleston Sea Islands - Bohicket Marina at the intersection of Kiawah, ...
  • Mar 11, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:39
Sharing a Boat yard with Firestone Family’s Perini Navi Tamsen 52 M Super Yacht
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Sharing a Boat yard with Firestone Family’s Perini Navi Tamsen 52 M Super Yacht

Tamsen is a 170 ft Perini Navi super sailing yacht built for the Firestone Family, who crew the boat themselves. We were fortunate enough to get a closeup view of this yacht during PILAR's stay at Thunderbolt Marine Services in Savannah, GA. Most of time...
  • Mar 01, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:01:18
Beam Reach Sail – 10 Knots SOG – Charter Guests – Charleston to Savannah – EP39
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Beam Reach Sail – 10 Knots SOG – Charter Guests – Charleston to Savannah – EP39

Perfect Winds, Sunshine & Great Company made for a great 10 hour day sailing an average of 10 knots SOG from Bohicket Marina in Johns Island-Charleston to Bull River Marina in Savannah on Thanksgiving Holiday 2019. WATCH a bit of coastal cruising for...
  • Jan 04, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:11:29
PILAR gets a Haul Out for Repair and Upgrades! EP40
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PILAR gets a Haul Out for Repair and Upgrades! EP40

WATCH how we get our 40,000 pound boat out of the water for repairs and upgrades ! What's on the list? Fix rudder shake. Fix sail drive "boots" - replace and secure. Underwater lights not working - replace and ensure water tight seal Antifouling - press...
  • Jan 02, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:07:35
Drone aerial of Bohicket Marina in SC – #SHORTS
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Drone aerial of Bohicket Marina in SC – #SHORTS

Interesting footprint of our Leopard48 in comparison to others!
  • Nov 13, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:01:42
Drone aerial of marsh waters in Bohicket Creek in SC – #SHORTS
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Drone aerial of marsh waters in Bohicket Creek in SC – #SHORTS

This Drone aerial of marsh waters in Bohicket Creek in SC was taken while we were in the dinghy. Try making that drone catch in a boat that's only 10 ft by 4 ft! We almost missed it, but Stephen saved the day, like he always does.
  • Nov 13, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:15
Paddleboarding on a 4 knot current! EP36
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Paddleboarding on a 4 knot current! EP36

We recently received our new paddleboards that we purchased while at the Annapolis Sailboat Show. Voltsurf had a show special that could not be beat! Watch our unboxing and our first boarding adventure down Bohicket Creek. LINKS: BLOG SITE: https...
  • Nov 05, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:05:51
Smoke on the Water Morning – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP35
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Smoke on the Water Morning – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP35

We anchored out on Halloween night and after pulling our anchor 3 times, :-( , during a storm, we finally got to sleep around midnight. We woke in the morning to very cold air on warm water, creating the "smoke on the water" effect. Beautiful. LINKS...
  • Nov 03, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:01:52
Seabrook Island, SC Horseback Riding along Beach – EP34
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Seabrook Island, SC Horseback Riding along Beach – EP34

Ever ride horses along the beach? Took a break from sailing to enjoy a beautiful ride along Seabrook beach to Capn Sam's Inlet. Rode right along with the dolphins. LINKS: BLOG SITE: https://bluedotvoyages.com FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/blue...
  • Oct 31, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:16
Oyster Harvesting & Eating them Raw – Seabrook Island SC – EP33
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Oyster Harvesting & Eating them Raw – Seabrook Island SC – EP33

Oyster Harvesting can be great this time of year. We go out and take just what we want to eat. If you try this yourselves, remember, they are razor sharp, you will need rubber gloves, and solid sole boots if you plan on walking around the beds. Put ba...
  • Oct 29, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:05:08
Broken Ribs, Boat Crash and Sailing in Southport, BaldHead, and Oak Islands – EP30
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Broken Ribs, Boat Crash and Sailing in Southport, BaldHead, and Oak Islands – EP30

Southport NC is a small coastal town with a big heart. We recently sailed to Southport and stayed at the South Harbor Village Marina for a couple months. Aside from broken ribs and a boat crash, we enjoyed picture perfect beaches nearby at Bald Head Isla...
  • Oct 09, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:01
We caught 7 Dolphin Fish (mahi) in 4-6 foot seas! – May2014
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We caught 7 Dolphin Fish (mahi) in 4-6 foot seas! – May2014

Great day for catching fish - 7 Mahi off the South Carolina coast in May 2014. Rough Seas, but the 32 ft Regulator we were in handled it well. LINKS: BLOG SITE: https://bluedotvoyages.com FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/bluedotvoyages SEA CREAT...
  • Oct 02, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:04:23
Blue Crab Catching, Cleaning & Cooking Dafusky Crab Cakes on Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP29
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Blue Crab Catching, Cleaning & Cooking Dafusky Crab Cakes on Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP29

Watch this recreational blue crab catching with chicken parts on a string in PILAR's tender. Learn how to catch the most blue crab at once, learn how to clean them humanely and safely (the live ice method), proper cooking method, and the best recipe we h...
  • Sep 24, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:45
Escaping Hurricane Dorian – Sailing away from Southport – EP32
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Escaping Hurricane Dorian – Sailing away from Southport – EP32

Although we had planned a relaxing Labor Day holiday in Southport NC, we quickly changed plans when we learned that Hurricane Dorian's eye was heading directly towards Southport. So, we made a last minute decision to leave before the 3 pm tide shift and ...
  • Sep 07, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:11:31
Hurricane Dorian coming at us – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP31
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Hurricane Dorian coming at us – Blue Dot Voyages PILAR – EP31

Our plans to stay in Southport NC through the end of September were cut short by Hurricane Dorian. So, with time only for minimal preparations, we left Southport and traveled south - yes south to return to our home port at Bohicket Marina. Why? It was...
  • Sep 04, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:14
11 day Sail from Grand Cayman to Cuba to Charleston SC – EP27
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11 day Sail from Grand Cayman to Cuba to Charleston SC – EP27

Watch the highlights of our Sailing voyage from Grand Cayman to Cuba to US. 11 days on the water with only 2 stops - Caya Largo Cuba (before the no-travel change) and Key West FL before the final leg to Bohicket Marina located in South Carolina's Charlest...
  • Jun 27, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:29:27
An unexpected surprise – Dolphin Strand Feeding in Kiawah-Seabrook Island while in our dinghy. EP28
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An unexpected surprise – Dolphin Strand Feeding in Kiawah-Seabrook Island while in our dinghy. EP28

Just happened to catch this yesterday with granddaughter Bea. In South Creek, off North Edisto River, Seabrook-Kiawah Island, SC near Charleston, SC. Amazing Dolphin Strand Feeding. Strand feeding, so-called because the prey fish are stranded on the shor...
  • Jun 17, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:01:44
Sailing Grand Cayman, BWI – Georgetown, East End, Rum Point Cruising Guide EP26
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Sailing Grand Cayman, BWI – Georgetown, East End, Rum Point Cruising Guide EP26

Grand Cayman Cruising and Activities Guide was written during Winter 2019. We sailed down during the Christmas/New Year's Holiday. Here you will find all the activity details during our stay, in a daily log format. Our hope is that you decide to visit Gran...
  • Jun 11, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:41
Blue Marlin Catch while Sailing Catamaran in Gulf of Mexico – EP21
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Blue Marlin Catch while Sailing Catamaran in Gulf of Mexico – EP21

#BlueMarlinCatchandRelease #CatchingBigFish #FishingOffACatamaran By popular demand - video short of our Blue Marlin Catch and Release on our Leopard 48 Sailing Catamaran Pilar. Location was about 50 miles southwest of Dry Tortugas, FL in the Gulf of Mex...
  • May 09, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:23
Cleaning the bottom of our Catamaran Multihull – Don’t swallow! EP25
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Cleaning the bottom of our Catamaran Multihull – Don’t swallow! EP25

Recently had a little trouble getting someone to clean bottom of our catamaran at a reasonable price, so guess what. DIY. Stephen and I did a bit one beautiful morning with just a mask, snorkel and holding our breath. We tied ourselves on with suction h...
  • Apr 12, 2019
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:36
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