The Bahamas always seem endless… but are they? 🌴⛵ In this episode, our family of seven living aboard full-time continues island-hopping down the Bahamian chain, making the most of every stop as we work our way toward the Windward Passage and eventually back to Panama. We leave the crystal-clear anchorage of Rudder Cay, point the bows south, and make a festive holiday stop in Georgetown, Elizabeth Harbor — a familiar place filled with good memories, friendly faces, and that unmistakable cruising community vibe. But this season is different. The weather windows are calling, the calendar is moving, and before we know it, we’re raising anchor once again. As quickly as we arrived, we’re gone — chasing the next island, the next anchorage, and the next adventure. That leaves us wondering: How many islands are left in the Bahamas? How many more can we explore before it’s time to cross the Windward Passage? Which ones will we actually get to see, and which will have to wait for another season? This is the reality of life aboard — balancing curiosity with timing, savoring each stop while knowing you can’t see it all. Along the way, we’re continuing to learn our new catamaran, dial in passages, and keep things fun, safe, and memorable for our kids as we sail farther south. If you love family sailing, real cruising life, island hopping, and big-picture adventure, come along as we chase horizons and make the most of every mile. 👉 Subscribe to follow our journey south 👍 Like & comment — how many Bahamian islands do you think we’ll reach before we leave?

What if life slowed down just enough for you to really feel it? As we continue island-hopping through the breathtaking Bahamian Islands, we finally reach one of those rare moments where the boat is anchored, the water is clear, and the noise of life fades away. In this episode, our family of seven takes time to reflect on why we chose this life—why we sold the normal, moved aboard a sailboat, and set our course for the Windward Passage and beyond. Between turquoise waters, shared laughs, and quiet conversations, we’re reminded that this journey isn’t just about destinations—it’s about the memories we’re making together that will last a lifetime. Thank you for being part of our adventure and for following along as we document this incredible chapter of our lives. ⚓️🌊 If you enjoy real family sailing life, island-hopping adventures, and honest moments at sea, please like, subscribe, and sail along with us.

The Bahamas feel different right now… Where is everyone? As a family of seven living aboard our sailboat, we’re cruising through the Bahamas en route to the Windward Passage, and the anchorages are shockingly quiet. No crowds. No rush. Just wide-open water, stunning scenery, and the kind of peaceful moments that remind us why we chose this life. In this episode, we soak up the seasonably uncrowded Bahamas, enjoying spacious anchorages and the raw beauty of the Caribbean while pushing through the final stretch of 2025. From calm nights at anchor to the anticipation of what lies ahead, this journey is about slowing down, savoring the present, and embracing the adventure as a family. If you’ve ever wondered what cruising the Bahamas is like without the crowds, this one’s for you. ⚓️ Subscribe to follow our family’s journey through the Caribbean 🌴 Bahamas cruising | Family sailing | Liveaboard life ⛵️ Next stop: the Windward Passage

From infamous plane wrecks to hidden pirate treasure, this is one Bahamian adventure we’ll never forget! 🏴‍☠️✈️ We’re a family of seven living full-time aboard our sailboat, island hopping through the Bahamian chain on our way south toward the Windward Passage and the wider Caribbean. In this episode, we drop anchor at Shroud Cay, home to the mysterious Norman’s Cay plane wreck—often linked to cartel legends and smuggling history. We dive and snorkel the wreck, explore hidden caves, stumble upon treasure-hunting dreams, and even discover nature’s version of a sea bubble bath as we wander from island to island. This is what life under sail looks like—adventure, curiosity, kids, and unforgettable moments off the beaten path. If you love family sailing, Bahamas cruising, wreck dives, and raw island exploration, you’re in the right place. ⚓ Subscribe and sail along with us as we chase horizons, history, and the next adventure.

The Bahamas have always felt like paradise to us — endless turquoise water, quiet anchorages, and unforgettable moments as a family. But as we continue island hopping through the Bahamian chain, a big question keeps coming up: With rising cruising and permit fees… is the Bahamas still worth it? In this episode, our family of seven living full-time aboard our sailboat sails from Chub Cay to Shroud Cay, one of our absolute favorite stops in the Exumas. Along the way, we talk honestly about the increased costs of visiting the Bahamas, what cruisers are paying now, and whether the experience still justifies the price for families, budget cruisers, and long-term liveaboards. Once anchored in Shroud Cay, we soak in everything that makes this place so special — drifting through the famous lazy mangrove river, hiking to breathtaking overlooks, and capturing some of the most epic drone footage we’ve ever filmed. The contrast between untouched natural beauty and the realities of cruising costs makes this stop especially thought-provoking. As we spend our last day in Shroud Cay, we begin preparing the boat, the kids, and ourselves for the next leg of our journey as we continue working our way back toward the Windward Passage. Weather planning, route decisions, and saying goodbye to another unforgettable anchorage are all part of life at sea. This episode is a mix of raw cruising reality and jaw-dropping scenery — the kind that reminds us why we keep choosing this life, even when the costs rise. If you enjoy family sailing, real cruising conversations, drone footage, and island-hopping adventures, make sure to like, subscribe, and sail along with us to the next island.

After months of preparation, we finally left port! Our family of seven made our first big passage of this journey. crossing the Gulf Stream before an approaching cold front, and the conditions couldn’t have been more beautiful. Slick, calm seas, light winds, and… Thanksgiving dinner cooking in the galley as we made our way toward Bahamian waters. In this episode, we share: ⛵ Our Gulfstream crossing strategy before the front 🦃 What it’s like cooking Thanksgiving underway with a family of seven 🌊 The moment we reached that incredible turquoise Bahamian water 🇧🇸 Checking in at the Berry Islands 🌍 The official beginning of our mission to travel the world together as a family Thank you for joining us on this first chapter of our global adventure. If you’re new here, we’re a family of seven living aboard our 41’ catamaran, chasing experiences, simplicity, and connection as we explore the world one nautical mile at a time. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along—this journey is just beginning! #sailing #sailingwithkids #lagooncatamaran #gulfstream

After months of preparation, projects, installations, and nonstop work, this family of seven FINALLY leaves port to begin the next chapter of their sailing adventure. But the moment they get the first leg behind them… everything changes. A leaking escape hatch threatens to soak their progress—literally. What starts as one small issue quickly snowballs into more unexpected problems. And just when they think they’ve handled the worst, the starboard engine’s drive shaft starts sliding out as they’re leaving the next port. From leaks to engine failures, from excitement to full-on chaos, this episode captures the real, raw, unpredictable life of living aboard a 41’ catamaran with a big family. Will they make the next passage? What will break next? And how will they fix it all with seven people onboard and a journey still ahead? Join us as we push off, troubleshoot, and sail toward the unknown once again.

It's officially the final countdown for our family of seven living aboard our 41' sailboat! After months of upgrades, maintenance, and nonstop projects, we are so close to raising the anchor and heading back out to sea. This weeks episode is packed with major installations and last-minute prep, including: installing our new FLIR marine thermal camera Upgrading engine gauges and sending units Scrubbing the entire bottom of the hulls Chasing down the final boat projects pushing hard to finish before our departure window closes Every day brings us one step closer to leaving port-- and the excitement (and pressure!) is building. Will we finish everything in time? Join us for this chaotic, hopeful, high-energy push to get back out where we belong: on the open sea. Thanks for following us along with our crazy floating family adventure. Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to join the crew!

After months of hard work and endless boat projects, we're finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel! This week, our family of seven makes big strides toward leaving port--- our brand new Precision mainsail is finally installed and ready to fly! It's an incredible feeling knowing the next time we hoist it, it'll carry us toward our next adventure. But it's not all work and no play---- we also celebrated Halloween with friends, got into the spooky spirit, and installed our long- awaited rain catchment system to help keep our water tanks topped off naturally. With the countdown to departure ticking fast, there's still plenty left to do.... Will we finish everything in time to set sail? Follow along as we prepare for the next big chapter of our family's mission to sail the world.

After months of waiting, our brand new mainsail finally arrives--but there's a catch. We quickly realize we'll have to remove the hardware from our old mainsail and install it on the new one ourselves... Something we've never done before. It's a gut wrenching moment after spending thousands of dollars, knowing we'll have to drill into a brand new main sail! Meanwhile, life aboard our 41' catamaran doesn't stop-- there are still endless projects, the boys are keeping busy, and hurricane season continues to test our patience. But hope is on the horizon as we inch closer to leaving port and beginning our circumnavigation dream. Join our family of seven as we tackle boat life one project at a time, share the highs and lows of living aboard, and stay focused on the goal-- setting sail around the world. Thanks for watching! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow our journey as we prepare to cast off for good.

Hurricane season in Florida is no joke — especially when you live full-time at anchor with five kids! ⚓️ While waiting for the right weather window to finally begin our circumnavigation, the storms keep rolling through. Even when they don’t make landfall, these subtropical systems bring fierce squalls, endless rain, and chaos in the anchorage — dragging boats, snapped chains, and sleepless nights. But life aboard doesn’t stop. Between the weather windows, we keep chipping away at projects, staying positive, and taking one step closer to chasing our dream of sailing around the world as a family of seven.

Life aboard isn't always sunsets and smooth sailing... Our family of seven has been working nonstop to get ready to leave port in just a couple of months, but this week brought some of the toughest challenges yet. Mom had to undergo surgery, then was hit with COVID, and just when we thought things were settling down, a surgical complication landed her back in the hospital for days. While Mom recovers, Dad and the crew hold down the fort aboard our floating home, keeping projects moving forward and daily life on track. It's not easy, but this is the reality of preparing for a circumnavigation--family, health, projects, snd everything in between. We share the highs and lows of this lifestyle honestly, and this chapter is no exception. Thank you for all of your support, encouragement, and love as we continue towards our big dream. Follow along as we push through, one step at a time, toward leaving port and chasing the horizon.

Life aboard never slows down when you're a family of seven living full-time on a catamaran! While waiting out hurricane season, the crew tackles nonstop refit projects and daily life with five kids on board. This week, Dad swaps out the SeaWater Pro high-pressure pump, wrestles with installing a Country Mod hatch A/C, and somehow the crew still finds time for some serious FUN! The Boys get a special treat visiting a local skate ramp builder, known for creating portable skate ramps that pop up at events all over the country. Projects finished, kids smiling, and a busy couple of weeks checked off the list ---- it's all part of cruising life aboard the Motherload! Come along for the ride as this sailing family works hard, plays hard and keeps moving closer to their dream of circumnavigation. Don't forget to like and subscribe and join our journey as we share the highs, the lows, and all the salty bits in between.

Come aboard on a Monster 435 CC Everglades through the Caribbean! Life aboard never slows down for a family of seven preparing to leave port and begin their circumnavigation. This week, the Captain takes on a delivery job---bringing a 43' Everglades with quad outboards from Turks and Caicos through the Bahamian chain, all the way back to Florida. That's 600 nautical Miles of Fuel stops, weather windows, and long hours at the helm of a fast offshore machine. From offshore deliveries to live aboard family sailing, every week brings new challenges and new adventures. If you love boats, family life afloat, and a behind- the- scenes look at both cruising sailboats and offshore powerboats, this episode has it all. Subscribe and follow our journey as we prepare to cast off and sail around the world as a family of seven!

Holding Down The Boat During Hurricane Swells & Epic Surfing With Dad away, the tables have turned-- now it's Mom's turn to keep the Motherload steady! From holding down the fort through big swells from hurricane Erin to chasing epic surf conditions, the crew faces a week of challenges and fun. Friends come and go, the waves roll in and life aboard continues as we try to run a tight ship while hoping the hurricanes stay far , far away. Come aboard with our sailing family of seven as we share the real highs, lows, and everything in between of life afloat while preparing to circumnavigate. Don't forget to like and subscribe, and join us on this adventures we keep pushing forward one swell at a time!

Months on land, endless projects, and one giant leap skyward--this week, our sailing family of seven takes boat prep to new heights... Literally. After upgrading from our Monohull to our catamaran, we've been tackling every project imaginable before we can finally set sail on our circumnavigation. But when our VHF radio wasn't working right, the mission began. The only way to solve it? Hoist Dad up the mast---three times! From breath taking views above the anchorage to nerve-racking moments aloft, follow along as we trouble shoot from the to down, only too discover that the entire cable from the masthead into the cabin needs replacing. With team work, determination, and a few laughs along the way, we check another critical project off the list and move one step closer to departure. Subscribe to join our mission as we prepare to leave port and sail around the world!

With departure day on the horizon, everything counts- especially time. This week, the crew splits upas Mom and the kids hit the road to see family, leavingDad aboard to tackle a major project solo. With Total Boat stepping in to help with the right products, Dad powers through the job just in time for the crew to return and jump back into life aboard. Now its all hands on deck's we press on toward our dream of circumnavigating the globe--just a few months left before we sail away from land life. Every step counts, and we're grateful to be moving forward. Thanks again to TOTALBOAT for supporting DIYers like us--helping turn hard work into real progress. Subscribe to follow our family's journey as we pep, live, and sail the world--together.

Another week aboard the Motherload as we inch closer to our dream of circumnavigating the globe as a family of seven. The projects are getting bigger, the weather less forgiving, and the itchy fiberglass never seems to end-but we're pushing forward, one step at a time. Daily squalls keep us soaked, sweaty, and scrambling, but each completed project brings us closer departure. From grinding fiberglass repairs to kicking off major to-dos, the chaos is real ---but so is the progress. Thanks for following our journey as we prepare our Lagoon 410 for life on the open ocean. Hit subscribe the and join the adventure!

Summer is on and the heat is real aboard our Lagoon 410! With birthdays, the 4th of July, and all kinds of celebrations happening aboard Motherload, staying cool became priority number one. Thankfully, we recently teamed up with ICECO, who sent us a game-changing 12-volt portable refrigerator/freezer - perfect for our off-grid lifestyle and keeping things chill in the tropics. While we soak up the good times and family moments this week, we're also keeping our eyes on the horizon. More boat projects are coming up next week as we prepare to leave port and officially begin our circumnavigation this fall. Join our family of seven as we keep making memories and chasing this dream — one step closer every week! Subscribe and stay tuned - the adventure is just getting started! Save up to 20% site wide at ICECO Prime Day using code MOTHERLOAD - July 7 - 12 https://icecofreezer.com/MOTHERLOAD

Non-stop boat projects! This week was a whirlwind! As a family of seven living full-time aboard our Lagoon 410, we are deep in project mode as we gear up to leave this fall on our long-awaited circumnavigation of the globe. From early mornings to late nights, it's been non-stop boat work - finishing one job just in time to start the next. But with every step, we're moving forward with purpose, passion, and positivity. We're especially thankful this week for some extra support from ICECO, helping us stay cool and keep the dream alive through this hot summer heat! Living off-grid with kids isn't always easy, but the goal is worth every drop of sweat. ICECO:https://icecofreezer.com/?dt_id=2501142 Use Code MOTHERLOAD for 12% Off!