Winter Adventures Begin! Life Aboard Continues! Sailor Barry & Hailly

Welcome back sailor, this is episode 34 of our series featuring winter adventures aboard Thunderchild with your favorite adventurers Barry and Hailly. Prepare yourselves for a chilly journey filled with boat projects and thrilling expeditions.

Thriving in the Cold Canadian Winter

It’s no secret that winter can be a challenging time for those living aboard sailboats. Despite the frosty temperatures, Barry and Hailly have found various ways to stay active on their vessel, Thunderchild. From creating innovative shelving designs to maintaining the boat in top shape, they prove that you can embrace the colder months with an adventurous spirit.

Working on Winter Boat Projects

The winter months provide Barry and Hailly the opportunity to tackle numerous boat projects. They continue to build a cabinet, aiming for a sleek design that will match their personal style and add functional storage space aboard Thunderchild.

An Expedition to Gabriola Island

In this episode, Barry and Hailly share their experience of sailing through the Gulf Islands during the winter. They embarked on a two-day journey from Gabriola to Canoe Cove on Vancouver Island to help Nathan with his boat, Surf Scotter. The couple also explored the history behind Bill Garden’s island and his connection to the area.

Navigating Perah Helion

Upon their return from Gabriola Island, Barry and Hailly decide to utilize their time at the dock by working on another project – navigating Perry helion. The duo managed to successfully move Perah Helion off the docks onto their own mooring with help from Simon.

Improvements and Enhancements

Beyond the cabinetry, flooring, and storage projects, Barry is focused on enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of Thunderchild. By sealing epoxy on the deck, creating wine storage solutions, and adding stylish finishing touches throughout the boat, they aim to improve their onboard living experience.

Special Thanks

The pair expresses gratitude towards all their patrons and supporters for making their adventure-filled content possible. If you’re a first-time viewer, don’t forget to subscribe to the Sailor Barry & Hailly channel and follow along on this exciting journey of sailing through the seasons.