Wildly Intrepid Sailing Archive – Page 12

As if there haven't been enough big changes in our lives. Now the biggest of all shows up. It's going to be a lot of adapting and making everything happen to be able to leave in time. Filmed May- June 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us ...

What can go wrong? We are finally moving aboard our sailboat with a 1 month old baby and our 21 month old daughter. When we get kicked off our boat we prioritize our tasks differently. Filmed July 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the ...

With so many leaks our floor got damaged. In this video we attempt a few different ways to fix our sailboat floor boards. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! #boatwork #canadiansailors #boatprojects *************************...

We didn't expect this when we got back to our sailboat. We were in high spirits, finally we could move back on our sailboat to get it ready to sail South. This turns into a disaster and we quickly have to readjust our plans. Filmed July 2023. #boatwork #...

A last minute decision forced us into rushing to get in the water. But there were so many loose ends and not enough time. Filmed July 2023. #boatwork #canadiansailors #sailingwithkids ***************************************** SUPPORT OUR VIDEOS ON PATR...

Finally we can get work done on our sailboat without being kicked out of it every day. Hindson Marina on the Georgian Bay is our new temporary home while we try to get as much completed to set sail South. Getting things done with a newborn and a little tod...

Can we make it out in time? With a crazy messy boat and so many projects piling up it's crunch time. We have yet to take the sailboat out for a shake down sail before heading South. And my (Alex) mom, brother and nephew and niece are coming over. Filmed Au...

The moment we've all been waiting for. After some hard work we finally took out our 1983 C&C Landfall 43 out for a shake down sail. And there's no better way to test it out then by going for a sail to Beckwith Island alongside my brother's boat. My mom...

With less than a week left at Hindson Marina we're trying to get the boat ready bo matter what. Afterwards we have to sail across the Great Lakes if we don't want to get stuck in Canada for another winter. Filmed August 2023. If you like what you see don'...

If you don't want to lose your keel make sure to do this. Both sailboats we owned had under torqued keel bolts. Filmed July 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! #keelbolts #ccsailboat #boatprojects *********************...

Happy Holidays to everyone! Wishing you the very best for this special time of the year. Here's a little hello and update. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! SUPPORT OUR VIDEOS ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/WildlyIntrepi...

The beginning of the Southbound adventure. It's exciting and scary at the same time. We have about a month to cover 1000 Nm to make it to the Erie Canal before it closes. We finally get to drop anchor in the Georgian Bay. It's absolutely stunning but unfor...

Some Yearly Maintenance on our Max prop. New grease and a new zinc before we splash. Did you know you can also do all that in the water? If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! #featheringpropeller #ccsailboat #maxprop *********...

We sail across the Georgian Bay with a seasick baby and make it over to the Bruce Peninsula. Unfortunately we got into trouble driving over a restricted area which wasn't on our charts. Filmed August 2023. #tobermory #sailinggeorgianbay #sailingfamily L...

In this video we test out the super flexible 100watt solar panels from BougeRV. We've had terrible luck in the past with this style of panels but these ones might change our mind. Link to Fiberglass panel in Amazon: https://amzn.to/48GWL7z 10% off Discoun...

From rough sailing to flat water we experience all sorts of things while crossing Lake Huron. Plus a 2 month old and almost two years old make it even more interesting or challenging. Filmed August 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us th...

C&C sailboats are known for their "smile". The name comes from the crack where the hull and keel connects at the front. It eventually separates leaving you with a beautiful smile to fix. With not enough time on our hands we had to do a quick fix which ...

We didn't think we'd be pulling two all nighters with no autopilot and 2 babies to take of. Plus Long Point on Lake Erie scared us as we got to sail against crashing waves. The Great Lakes can be more challenging than the ocean when the wind is blowing in ...

We settle in Gravely Bay at Port Colborne. My sister comes for a visit and we get out for a very calm sail. Reuniting with old friends from Sugarloaf marina makes for some good times. Filmed September 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us...

Getting ready to go to the Erie Canal which means our mast needs to come down. And there's no better place to do that than at Sugarloaf marina. Plus we have a bunch of friends to help us. It's much cheaper too. Filmed September 2023. If you like what you ...

The balsa wood in our locker door was soaked and needed to be replaced. In this video we show you how to clean it up and get it all ready for polyester resin to be applied on fiberglass. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! #bo...

This feels like the real beginning of the journey South. We motor to Buffalo, New York where we have serious issues checking into the US. In Tonnawanda we officially enter the Erie Canal. We enjoy a stroll through Lockport before going through the locks. M...

The best part of traveling on the Erie Canal is visiting the towns along its water edge. We stumble upon Medina which has amazing architecture and is known for its pink rocks. With Coral's birthday we treat her to ice cream, pastries and a playground. She ...

Rotten Balsa core forces us to ta Kyle a big project. After removing and replacing the balsa it's time to fiberglass it all in. Filmed August 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up! #polyesterresin #boatprojects #balsacore ...

Watch this before you go down the Erie Canal with two kids. It's a beautiful journey to take in New York but there are a few challenges with going up and down so many locks. We share with you the beautiful stops along the way like a waterfall in Holley or ...

A surprise stop along the Erie Canal leads us to our best welcome. We explore the quaint town of Lyons before leaving on a cold foggy morning. Montezumas Wildlife preserve lets us marvel at tons of different birds and beautiful scenery. After this early de...

We get to experience a magical morning on the Erie Canal as we leave Lyons. A smooth sail across Lake Oneida is followed by a fun time at Sylvan Beach. We even get a surprise visit by the cops in Time, New York. Filmed Septembre 2023. If you like what you...

The Erie Canal is way too shallow in some areas. After a fun time at Fort Stanwix in Rome we made our way to Frankfort. But we get stuck on a tree. We end up spending the night at Little Falls instead. Filmed September 2023. If you like what you see don't...

We have found the BEST lithium battery for our sailboat. It's well built, works great and is affordable. In this in depth video we share with you our thoughts about SOK Marine grade 12V 206Ah LiFePO4 battery and it's many features. If you like what you see...

Tallest lock on the Erie Canal here we come. Change of plans happen all the time if you are cruising. This is also a great way to explore areas which weren't on your list or spend a little longer somewhere. Filmed October 2023. If you like what you see don...

This is really what life is along the Erie Canal. From a crazy bike ride through Amsterdam to installing a new @MantusMarine anchor to going through more locks and majestic landscapes. We share with you the simplicity and challenges of this journey with ou...

It's the very end of the Erie Canal, the final 5 locks in which we are dropping very very quickly in a short distance. The Waterford Flight leads us to a cute little town of Waterford, where we treat ourselves and mingle with fellow sailors. Filmed October...

If you want to save money and raise your mast back up after the Erie Canal or Champlain Canal come here. You have to do it yourself but you'll save a few hundred dollars. Filmed October 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to give us the thumbs up!...

With our mast up we finally start cruising down the Hudson River. We quickly find a town to explore, full of stunning architecture and with a good coffee shop. A perfect stop on the way South. Filmed October 2023. If you like what you see don't forget to ...

We got our mind blown. We found the most scenic anchorage along the Hudson River. Mountains surround us and it's right next to the ruins of Bannerman CASTLE. We even get to try General Montcalm's donuts' recipe. Filmed in October 2023. If you like what yo...