This week, I take you through island life from the saddle of a motorcycle, the deck of a sailboat, and a story that changed everything. It starts with a beach walk on Vancouver Island, asking a simple question: how can I catch more seafood without a boat? Shoreline foraging is on my mind as I think about living closer to the land-simpler, more self-reliant, and in rhythm with the tides. Then I revisit a critical rigging failure while crossing the Strait of Georgia-when I lost my forestay mid-crossing. A moment that reminded me that the ocean doesn't care if you're ready. You either are, or you aren't. Finally, Mary returns to the boat-and we each tell the story of how we met (separately)! Just real life, and the story of the moment I knew everything was about to change. Timestamps: 00:00 - Beach Walk: Sourcing Seafood 04:25 - Dream Life on Mayne Island 05:42 - The Day I Lost My Forestay 06:55 - Return to Mayne 09:46 - Mary's Back Onboard 13:27 - Fire Extinguisher Brackets 15:03 - When Mary Met John Comment below: Where would you go to live a simpler life? Sailboat? Off-grid cabin? Motorcycle and a map? How did you meet the love of your life? ? Subscribe for more: - What is it like to live on a sailboat! - Sailing & lessons learned - Real life on the coast - Adventures in self-reliance - Honest stories from the edge - Wild food and self-sufficiency - A love story

What's it like to live on a sailboat with the love of your life? Here's the whole story so far. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDLZJ5v1wVfBab4iCZ07j3vnJy_I6nJQM&si=OazxZwCfZoPzMAHv In this video, I sit down to share the raw truth about boat life with Mary - my partner, my crew, and my heart. We talk about the highs, the lows, and what it's like to live in 200 square feet with the ocean as your backyard. The second half of this video shifts into slow TV - real-time footage of us working, tidying, and doing boat chores. No voiceover, just the sounds of the sea, tools clinking, and life unfolding aboard. Whether you're dreaming of boat life or just curious how a couple survives (and thrives) in such a small space, this one's for you. ?? Includes: - Honest interview about boat life - Slow TV of cleaning, organizing, and working together - Peaceful scenes of real off-grid living ? Filmed aboard our Vie Sauvage ? No script. Just us. ? Come along for the ride - subscribe for more sailing, slow living, and life afloat. ? Instagram: @johnfraserwildlife 00:00 - What's on the agenda today? 01:34 - John's last name change 03:44 - When I changed my life 04:56 - Honest answer - life in a tiny home with my forever person 07:09 - What is holding soace for her? 09:03 - The best parts of living in a tiny home with Mary 09:58 - Slow TV: Real-time boat chores & clean-up #SlowLiving #SailingCouple #BoatLife #MinimalistLiving #OffGridLifestyle #TinyBoatBigLove Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

We dropped anchor in the southern Gulf Islands, gathered beach wood for a fire in the wood stove, and unplugged for a peaceful night aboard. The next day, we hiked across this wild, mossy island-one of BC's most magical marine parks with a surprising history, Portland Island, Canada. Wrestling the tender onto the dock went horribly wrong? but we still set sail and found peace in Princess Bay. Cozy fire and candlelight dinner, wild hikes, and off-grid life in BC's Gulf Islands. ?? Sailing to Portland Island | Tender Almost Fail + A Cozy Night in Princess Bay This adventure did not start smoothly? I wrestled the tender onto the dock, nearly lost it back into the water, and had to scrape it clean before we could even leave. After the chaos, Mary and I set sail through the Southern Gulf Islands to beautiful Portland Island, a remote gem off Vancouver Island in British Columbia. ? Watch to the end for the full hike and a look at our off-grid sailing lifestyle. ? Where we went: - Southern Gulf Islands, British Columbia - Princess Bay, Portland Island - Gulf Islands National Park Reserve ? In this episode: - (Almost) Failing to lift the tender - Sailing to a remote anchorage - Building a beach fire - Hiking through Pacific Northwest rainforest ? Subscribe for more sailing, island adventures & off-grid living: [channel link] ? Follow John on Instagram for his venture #ReWildTheMan @johnfraserswildlife ? Drop a comment-there has to be a better way to clean this dinghy bottom! #SailingBritishColumbia #PortlandIsland #BoatLifeCanada #TenderFail #GulfIslands #OffGridAdventure #SailingLife #CruisingBC #GulfIslandsNationalPark #LiveaboardLife Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

What does it take to leave everything behind and start a new life on the water? In this emotional and inspiring interview, Mary-my partner and the love of my life-shares what it was like spending her first winter living on a sailboat. Mary opens up about the bittersweet decision to leave her home, friends, and family to embrace the challenges and rewards of full-time sailboat life. She talks candidly about the emotional highs and lows of adjusting to liveaboard life, the process of organizing our small space, and how this transition helped to heal old wounds. One of the most powerful parts of this interview is Mary's message to women and anyone who feels like they've waited too long to chase their dreams. Her story is a reminder that it's never too late to choose yourself, take a leap of faith, and design a life that truly fulfills you. Whether you're curious about the realities of boat living, exploring a minimalist lifestyle, or looking for inspiration from women who've reinvented themselves later in life-this video is for you. ? Topics Covered: First winter living on a sailboat Downsizing and organizing small spaces Emotional impact of leaving home and loved ones Embracing change Inspiration for women over 50 Lessons from a life lived differently ? Leave a comment if Mary's story resonates with you-we'd love to hear your journey too. ? Like & Subscribe for more real-life stories from our sailboat adventure. #LiveaboardLife #SailboatLiving #WomenOver50 #PostMenopauseJourney #MinimalistLiving #BoatLife #LifeAfter50 #TinyLiving #WomenOnTheWater Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Life on a sailboat doesn't stop when the snow falls. In this episode, we share a winter day living off-grid aboard our sailboat on the west coast of British Columbia. From snow clearing on deck to cooking a cozy pot of chili, and then heading over to Piers Island for a FireSmart BC community forest clean-up, we're all in for winter weather and wildfire prevention. We joined the amazing residents of Piers Island to help remove forest debris and fallen logs to reduce wildfire risk during the dry season. It's all part of keeping our local islands safe, sustainable, and resilient. Whether you're into sailboat life, off-grid living, or FireSmart BC initiatives, this vlog is packed with real moments from life on (and off) the water. ? Learn more about FireSmart BC: https://firesmartbc.ca ? Filmed on Vancouver Island & Piers Island, BC ? Recipe Request? Let us know in the comments if you want Mary's chili recipe! ? New videos weekly: Subscribe and join us for the ride! #livingonasailboat #tinyhouse #sailboatlife #johnfraserswildlife Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Sailboat Haul-Out, Maintenance & Troubleshooting: First-Time Experience in the Rainy Cold! | Boat Maintenance Tips Join us on our first-ever sailboat haul-out as we take our boat out of the water for essential maintenance! In this video, we tackle a variety of tasks despite the cold, rainy weather, including pressure washing the hull, replacing corroded zincs, and troubleshooting our engine. After lifting the sailboat, we pressure washed the hull to remove mussels and algae, making the bottom look brand new again. But the challenges didn't stop there-we had to replace worn-out zincs and even hotwired the engine due to severe corrosion on the connections! Watch as we power through these obstacles and share valuable boat maintenance tips. Key Highlights: First-time sailboat haul-out - Watch as we experience the process of hauling out our boat for the first time! Hull cleaning - Pressure washing to remove algae and mussels for a fresh bottom. Zinc replacement - Essential maintenance to keep our boat's hull safe from corrosion. Engine troubleshooting - How we hotwired our engine after corrosion damaged the connections. Lessons learned - Tips and tricks for sailboat maintenance on a cold, rainy day. This video is packed with practical tips and insights for anyone who owns a sailboat or is interested in boat maintenance. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just starting your journey, don't miss out on our lessons learned along the way! Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more sailing adventures and maintenance tips. Hit the notification bell so you won't miss our upcoming videos! ? #SailboatMaintenance #BoatHaulOut #ZincReplacement #SailingVlog #BoatTroubleshooting #SailingTips #PressureWashingBoat #BoatEngineRepair #SailingLife Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

This is the first episode of 2025 and a chance to begin again on the story of John and the old Newport 28 sailboat that he lives on. In this episode, John's good friend, Kevin @fromthewildca comes to visit while Mary is away in Colorado. Red Rock Crab, right off the dock, are on the menu as well as a minor repair the sailboat's wood stove. After a summer of big changes and many adjustments, life is settled to the point where the videos can continue. The plan is to release between 12 and 20 episodes this year. This will be an archive of the adventures that John and Mary enjoy this year. There are plans for fly fishing trips and backcountry camping as well as the out-of-the-ordinary lifestyle of simply living on a sailboat on the Pacific Ocean. The plan still exists for John to sail to Scotland to meet up with Mary to get married, but for now, we need to focus on saving money for the bigger boat along with all of the other adventurous plans we have in mind. This year, we'll be learning to sail around the southern Gulf Islands along with a few other trips, like the Yukon to fly fish for Grayling! Don't worry, Mary will be appearing in episodes beginning February! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join The music for this episode was created by Kevin Kossowan as was the camera work. Thank you Kevin!

John returns from visiting Colorado to get our sailboat ready for Mary! Living on a sailboat is a unique lifestyle, and we can't wait to share our journey with you. I am back to living on a sailboat! The trip to visit Mary and her friends and family in Colorado was wonderful...it was difficult to leave. But now, the plans have definitely swung into gear to get the boat ready for her. The idea is that she will be living on the Vie Sauvage by mid-September and there is stuff to accomplish here to be able to make that happen. I need to downsize further and keep the varnish and boat work going to be able to afford the move, and for us to live comfortably here on the boat. The Varnish King business is going well...but it is definitely occupying a lot of time and effort. I've spent the past several months a little lost for purpose if I'm being honest...now is the time to push hard and make stuff happen so that the channel can live up to it's potential. Making this content and growing the channel requires money. The new business is accomplishing that, and some key relationships have formed that are about to transform the channel here. We have some big news around all of this in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, you can help by joining our Patreon community or becoming a member here on YouTube: Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join The links are here for the different ways to support the channel. I appreciate everyone who is pitching in. Thank you! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join 00:00 Fixing sailboat cabin leaks 03:44 Red Rocks 04:54 Mary's Colorado 05:40 Telluride CO 07:11 Salida CO 08:06 What's happening now!

Seafood Feast! A Day of Catch and Cook on the Pacific Ocean Finally! Join me and my new friends for an unforgettable day of wild food catch and cook on the Pacific Ocean! We head out on Paul's small boat to set prawn and crab traps, and fish for Rock Cod. The thrill of the catch is only the beginning-watch as we bring our bounty back to the boat in the marina and cook up a massive seafood feast! From catching crabs and fish to savoring a delicious meal and enjoying some live music, you'll experience the entire journey with us. This adventure is perfect for seafood lovers, fishing enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys good food and great company. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exciting fishing and cooking adventures! Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 01:40 - Soaking Prawn Traps 09:40 - Catching Rock Cod 13:41 - Catching Rock Crabs 14:17 - Cleaning Crabs and Fish 15:38 - Pulling Prawn Traps! 18:05 - The Big Feast Follow us on social media: Instagram: @johnschneiderswildlife Facebook: John David Schneider Thank you for watching! If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up and share it with your friends. See you next time for another ocean adventure! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Join me as I share an update on my sailing journey and my life now. From exploring new destinations to the challenges of life on a sailboat, this travel vlog gives you a glimpse into my adventures aboard my Newport 28 sailboat. The ads pay the bills...please watch the video all the way through. I've started a new business! I've been thinking of ways to get myself, and this channel, sustainable. Growth is happening at a good pace, but until it is fully financially feasible, I need to work. It seems easy to just get a job...and it is, but the challenge with that was time. I still need time to practice sailing, and to explore! Again, as it often happens, the idea came to me from a chance discussion with a new friend, Sebastian. I used his old business name, Varnish King, and made a few Facebook posts. Now I have some wood refinishing gigs going and money is flowing better. Now though is the time to bear down with this work and build up the coffers to get comfortable. I am really looking forward to my upcoming trip to Colorado to meet Mary's friends and family. I've never been to that state. Mary has been sending me pictures of her adventures and it looks amazing. I have two weeks before that trip to go hard and save some money. Then, when I get back, I'll work for a couple weeks more until Mary can get here in late August. Once she is here on the boat, the travel expenses will be lessened and the focus can go back to finding the new boat, sailing, and exploring the Gulf Islands off the coast of Vancouver Island...together. Again, I am not quite there yet with what I had envisioned with the channel. But, this is the reality of what is going on with me. I've never been happier or more satisfied with my life...so I'm just going to share that with all of you and let the chips fall where they may. I have found my forever person. The rest will just all come together into something amazing here on the channel...I can feel it happening! 00:00 Intro 05:16 Big recap of the journey so far 07:10 I feel like I'm winning Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Is this the "forever boat"? Please remember to hit that "like" button and share the channel with friends! We're looking at the possibility of purchasing this old boat for our off-shore sailing life ahead. The goal is still in sight, to sail to Scotland! This sailboat could be the one that gets us there. "Avenger II" is a classic design, built in 1963 but a throw back design that reminds me of 30's sailboats. I also talk about the plan to be able to afford this boat and the new business venture...Varnish King BC. Things are taking off here in Sidney, BC and I'm working hard at making ends meet to be able to get sailing again. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi 00:00 Working on boats 02:50 My new venture - Varnish King BC 04:41 The life plan 07:05 Rick & Anna visit 09:54 Sailing Avenger II 20:02 Retired ferry skipper gives some advice 22:10 sailing footage

9.8 knots yesterday afternoon while out sailing on this vintage sailboat! I know many of you have been much faster on a sailboat, but this was my fastest ever. The beautiful, long lines on this 43 foot 1963 Sparkman and Stephens helped get us up to speed. We were blowing past other boats! ? If two sailboats are going in the same direction, it's a race!

This sailing journey continues and the universe is colliding; so, all I need to do is sit back and let it happen. After weeks and months of persevering through hardships and mishaps, we've hit some great fortune. Arriving in Canoe Cove, we've secured a spot for Vie Sauvage...and Mary joins us for a visit! You will see more of her in future episodes and I know you will welcome her with open hearts. The hunt is now on for a bigger, blue water boat that can take us to Scotland and possibly beyond. There are still many hurdles to overcome, like finding a way to pay for a new boat and continuing with the sailing miles, but things are finally clicking into place and I feel like there is a plan in motion. Now that we have a home base here in Canada, I can focus on making some money to fund the new boat and the sailing expedition. The channel growth is continuing nicely, but your help in sharing the channel with friends and family is greatly appreciated. You can also help by supporting the show in several ways with the links below: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndiJoin this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join 00:00 Update 02:47 Canoe Cove 04:12 A new boat? 06:12 Stonehouse Pub 08:12 Share and Subscribe 08:26 How we get groceries to the sailboat 09:16 Deck problem 14:36 New depth finder install 17:03 Off to Fulford Harbour 19:20 Boat yard 20:32 Used boat parts

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Living on a sailboat off the Pacific Coast of Canada. Set sail with me to the stunning Burgoyne Bay on Salt Spring Island, BC, and then xplore delightful Fulford Harbour on the bike. Watch as I collect fresh drinking water from a spring at an abandoned homestead and take a refreshing shower in a creek. Then, join me on my journey to Canoe Cove Marina near Sidney, BC, where I consider making it my new home. Don't miss out-subscribe now for more exciting nautical adventures!

Come with me on a journey of sailing self-improvement as I share my sailing mistakes and the valuable lessons learned along the way. Join me in this video filled with coastal adventures, island exploration, and nautical navigation tips. Discover how to overcome your own errors and enhance your sailing experience. Let's set sail together and uncover the secrets to successful maritime adventures. Explore the beauty of salt spring escapes and gain insights into sailing excursions through personal sailing stories and practical tips. Start your journey to becoming a skilled sailor by learning from my experiences. Watch now and chart a course towards smoother sailing ahead!

Picture this: I was cruising at full speed, the wind was perfect, and both sails were loaded to their fullest. Vie Sauvage and I were flying across the Strait of Georgia, making our way towards Porlier Pass. It was one of those days that reminded me why I fell in love with sailing. The water was glistening, and the wind was brisk in my favor. Then, out of nowhere, there was a sudden "bang." The next thing I knew, the sailboat lurched violently to starboard. Time seemed to slow down as I scrambled to regain control of the boat and prevent the mast from collapsing. With the forestay broken and limited options, I decided to motor towards Wallace Island to meet up with my friends, Rick and Anna. The seas were rough, and I was too far into the channel to turn back safely. Every wave and gust of wind was a reminder of how precarious my situation was, I became determined to reach my destination. Upon arriving at Wallace Island, I took a few days to assess the damage and contemplate my next steps. The forestay, a critical component of the rigging, needed immediate attention. After careful consideration, I decided to make the three-hour journey to Maple Bay, BC, and the Maple Bay Yacht Club. I knew it was my best chance to get the repairs done properly. At the Maple Bay Yacht Club, I was met with incredible kindness and support. The yacht club members were not only hospitable but also highly knowledgeable. Over the next week, I worked tirelessly alongside people I met to climb the mast 4 times, and rebuild the forestay. The process was demanding, but their camaraderie and expertise, along with the gut-check of having to climb the forty feet on a swaying piece of aluminum on Vie Sauvage, made the repair possible. Throughout this ordeal, I learned invaluable lessons about the importance of preparedness, the strength of community, and the resilience required to face unexpected challenges at sea. This journey was not just about fixing a broken forestay; it was about overcoming adversity, relying on the kindness of strangers, and the unbreakable spirit of adventure that drives adventurers to continue on. In this video, you'll see the highs and lows of this harrowing experience. From the moment of disaster to the meticulous repair process. I hope my story inspires you to embrace the challenges that come your way and to appreciate the incredible people you meet along the path of life. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to John Schneider's Wild Life for more sailing adventures, repair tips, and stories from the high seas. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on our latest videos and become a part of our sailing community. Your support helps us continue to share these wild adventures with you! So, set sail with me as I take you through the dramatic tale of a broken forestay and the journey to get Vie Sauvage back on the water. This is not just a story of repair-it's a testament to an enduring spirit and the adventure that awaits beyond every horizon. Join me on this wild ride, and let's keep the spirit of adventure alive! Watch the full video now to see how I navigated this crisis and got back to doing what I love most-sailing. Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M5ZV7VY165KR/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Learning to sail and living on a vintage sailboat is an adventure in itself, but what happens when the rigging gives way while at full sail in some spicy seas? Follow along as I share the highs and lows of my sailing adventure and experience my first rigging failure. There are some great lessons learned. ???? You get to watch as I navigate through the unexpected and come out stronger on the other end. This is the first time that I've been forced to face my fears with the uncertainty of this lifestyle I've chosen. This is a raw look at a new live-aboard sailor's journey. There are many ways to show your support for the channel. I always want to give a special thanks to the Patrons. Without support from the Patreon community, it would be incredibly difficult to continue with the channel. My heartfelt thanks to you all. ? Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M5ZV7VY165KR/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnSchneidersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join 00:00 The most harrowing moments 03:10 Headed to Maple Bay 07:16 Where we left off last episode 08:57 Electronics update (battery monitor) 17:20 Leaving Shelter Island 20:20 First rigging fail 30:53 Fixing the broken bracket 33:07 Off to Wallace Island

As a Canadian in Washington, I had to exit the U.S. prior to the end of May. My friend Rick, aka @WhatsNext-acrc, hooked me up with a perfect spot to park Vie Sauvage on Shelter Island, right on the Fraser River. Saying goodbye to Point Roberts was a heartfelt moment. Since last August, that dock has been the backdrop to so many memories. It's a place that will always hold a special spot in my heart. Our game plan? Sail to Steveston, BC, for a night's rest, then catch the ideal tide up the Fraser River the next afternoon. Conditions weren't perfect for a full sail, and we'll dive into why. But, we made it to Shelter Island, and that's where the real adventure begins! This is about to get good! I want to thank the Patreon subscribers for all of their help. You are a huge part of the channel! If you are reading this and aren't a part of the Patreon community and are wanting to help support the content that I'm creating here are a few ways: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M5ZV7VY165KR/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnSchneidersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join

Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6diCN-nm_nUS-BS-hJHTA/join This week I am getting even more sailing experience. I went on two outings on the racing yacht, Opus, soaking in as much knowledge as possible and then a couple practice sailings on my own. Tacking is getting to be normalized in my mind, and Vie Sauvage and I are beginning to get in tune with each other. The sailing is getting easier every time we go out together. For those that don't know me, my name is John David Schneider, and last year at this time I was an organic grain farmer and farming entrepreneur in north-central Alberta, Canada. Now I am living on this vintage sailboat, fixing her up from practically sinking at the dock. She is now running swiftly on the Pacific Ocean off the coast of British Columbia. Vie Sauvage is a 1981 Newport 28 and we've resurrected each other equally. I am on an epic quest to sail to Scotland...to start. Scotland is my ancestral home and was the first place I thought of when it occurred to me that I could sail anywhere in the world. If you would like to help support the channel and the content I am creating, here are a few ways to do just that: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/johnswildlife Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M5ZV7VY165KR/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 Amazon Author Page - Journals and books by John David Schneider - https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-David-Schneider/author/B0CDQVTGDL?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true YouTube Membership - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnFrasersWildLife/membership John's Wild Life Shop - https://www.johnswildlife.com/the-store Cubic Mini Woodstoves - https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/collections/all?ref=yzg3ndi 00:00 Who I am 02:10 The Voyage 05:25 Sink water is a thing! 07:50 My homesteading experience 13:11 Tacking practice 16:00 Sailing season begins!