A deer swimming between islands, seals singing in the anchorage, and a wee boat heading for Scotland’s famous whisky island.. this one has a bit of everything! ⛵️ I sail over to Islay for a few days of exploring, from visiting some of its famous whisky distilleries to cycling out to the beautiful Machir Bay. And there are a few surprises along the way that I certainly wasn’t expecting! Help protect Scotland’s wild haggis! Have a wee look at the Haggis Wildlife Foundation here: https://haggiswildlifefoundation.com ⛵ BECOME A PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard Enya:https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ 👋 WHO AM I? If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! 00:00 Coming Up.. 00:25 Sailing Solo to from Gigha to Islay 03:42 A Phone Call to Granny ❤️ 04:18 Exploring Islay’s Whisky Distilleries 09:38 What Is a Haggis? 10:28 Exploring the Ardmore Islands 15:25 I Had NO Idea Deer Could Swim! 17:20 The Seals Started Singing… 20:18 Cycling to One of Scotland’s Best Beaches 23:58 A Very Exciting Parcel! 25:11 40-Knot Winds.. 28:23 This Didn’t Make the Cut 😂 Thanks so much for watching 💙 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

Surprise bonus video (and maybe the most exciting one yet!) 💙 I’ve spent so much time out on the water this summer that I’ve found myself thinking more and more about the ocean, and how little I actually know about it. So, I spent a day at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) to learn more about the incredible work being done to understand and protect our ocean. From seagrass science and marine robotics to tiny ocean organisms, I got a behind-the-scenes look at some of the brilliant work happening right here in Scotland - and I’m SO excited to share this with you!!! I’m also putting 10% of the profits from my YouTube videos towards marine conservation projects across Scotland, and my very first donation went straight to SAMS 💙 This one took many, many hours to put together, so if you enjoy it, I’d really appreciate you sharing it with a friend who might find it interesting too. I’d love for this video to reach as many people as possible! ⛵ BECOME A PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard Enya:https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND:https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! 0:00 - Using Youtube to Fund Marine Science 1:11 - Welcome to SAMS 1:56 - SAMS Aquarium & Seagrass Science 4:10 - Robotics Lab & Scottish Marine Robotics Facility (SMRF) 8:55 - Culture Collection of Algae and Protozoa (CCAP) 12:40 - Ocean Explorer Centre (OEC) / STEM / Education 14:12 - SIMBA Lab 15:18 - Please Donate Thanks so much for watching 💙 KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

This week, I’m sailing to the tiny Isle of Gigha, one of Scotland’s beautiful west coast islands. With white sandy beaches, turquoise water and stunning coastal walks, Gigha looked so tropical that I started wondering if I’d accidentally sailed to the Caribbean 🌴 I spend a few days exploring the island, both by boat and on foot, checking out its beaches, coastal scenery, gardens and a few of the places that make Gigha such a special little island. If you enjoy Scottish island adventures, sailing around Scotland, exploring the west coast and following along with my wee adventures aboard Enya, come along for the journey! If you’re enjoying these wee adventures, make sure you hit subscribe — so you don’t miss the next one! BECOME A PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard Enya: https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 ⚓ YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: Become a YouTube channel member to get access to exclusive posts, members-only videos, badges and other perks while directly supporting the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaMl3_TPJHdY6NMTzFs7ASQ/join MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea, learning as I go, and hopefully inspire others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! 0:00 - Intro 0:21 - Solo Sailing to Gigha 4:45 - First Impressions of Gigha 7:45 - Exploring Gigha on Foot 16:26 - Sailing Solo to Islay 21:45 - Exciting News! Thanks so much for watching 💙 KB 🙂 #IsleOfGigha #SailingScotland #ScottishIslands #Sailing #Scotland

Scotland is home to some truly wild places.. and over the next few months, I’m going to be exploring as many of them as I can. This week, I’m sailing to one of the most rugged islands on the west coast - a place with giant mountains, red deer, abandoned cottages, and enough whisky to sink a ship. ⛵ BECOME A PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard Enya:https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown ⚓ YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: Become a YouTube channel member to get access to exclusive posts, members-only videos, badges, and other perks while directly supporting the channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaMl3_TPJHdY6NMTzFs7ASQ/join 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND:https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! Thanks so much for watching 💙 KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

Fancy a wee postcard from the Scottish islands? 💌 I’m sending the first 100 paid Patreon members a handwritten postcard from the boat - plus ad-free episodes and extra behind-the-scenes content! Join the crew here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 ⚓ YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: Become a YouTube channel member to get access to exclusive posts, members-only videos, badges, and other perks while directly supporting the channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaMl3_TPJHdY6NMTzFs7ASQ/join MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! Thanks so much for watching 💙 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

Over the next four days, I’ll be circumnavigating the Isle of Arran, sailing a total of around 90 nautical miles. After three months of boat ownership, it’s time to put everything I’ve learned to the test! ⚓ YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: Become a YouTube channel member to get access to exclusive posts, members-only videos, badges, and other perks while directly supporting the channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaMl3_TPJHdY6NMTzFs7ASQ/join ⛵ BECOME A PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard Enya:https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND:https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! Thanks so much for watching 💙 KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

During a single day, I dealt with an engine failure, had to anchor under sail, and discovered the boat was taking on water. Not exactly how I imagined the start of the trip would go.. BUT despite the challenges, there were plenty of great moments too: sailing through the stunning Kyles of Bute, spotting lots of harbour seals, enjoying golden sunsets, wild swimming, and welcoming one of my best friends, who came all the way from Sweden to join the adventure. ⚓ YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: Become a YouTube channel member to get access to exclusive posts, members-only videos, badges, and other perks while directly supporting the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaMl3_TPJHdY6NMTzFs7ASQ/join ⛵ PATREON: Join me on Patreon for extra behind-the-scenes content, uncut sailing videos, sneak peeks of upcoming adventures, and a closer look at life aboard a tiny boat: https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL (AUSTRALIA): https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth’s gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before… hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I recently returned home to Scotland and bought a 26ft sailing boat to explore the islands and coastline. Through my videos, I share stories from the sea with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature, and set off on their own adventures. Thanks so much for watching 💙 KB 🙂 0:00 – Intro 0:36 – I Flooded My Boat 3:43 – Engine Failure at Sea 6:25 – Can I Anchor Without an Engine? 10:21 – Sailing North (Isle of Bute) 12:26 – Thank You! 15:00 – Exploring the Western Kyle 16:23 – Exploring an Uninhabited Island 17:04 – Anchoring at St Ninian’s Bay 18:48 – The Sail Back Home 19:40 – DIY Boat Repairs.. 24:22 – The Upgrade I've Been Waiting For #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

Sailing in 20+ knot winds definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone. In this video, I share what happened, what I learned, and the five things I now do before every sail to stay as safe as possible. I'm still learning every time I head out on the water, and I hope these tips help anyone who's new to sailing or looking to build their confidence. Thanks for coming along! ⛵ EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures :https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhsp MY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: A huge thank you to Pantaenius and Wild Earth for supporting this channel. Pantaenius has given me peace of mind every time I head out on the water, and Wild Earth's gear has kept me warm, dry, and comfortable through some pretty cold Scottish sailing! WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before.. hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I’ve returned home and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore Scotland. I share stories from the sea, with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures.Thank you for watching! KB 🙂 00:00 - Sailing in 20+ Knot Winds 04:28 - What I Learned 05:19 - That's Horrendous.. 06:56 - Check the Weather 09:17 - Plan Your Passage 10:44 - Lifejackets & Safety Gear 12:25 - Emergency Communications 13:03 - Know Your Limits 14:33 - Next Week! #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

Scotland is home to 790 islands, and over the next few months I’m setting out to explore as many as I can. Our journey begins on the Isle of Arran, where we visit the village of Lamlash, hike the peaceful Holy Isle, and explore the ruins of Lochranza Castle 🏰 Towards the end of the video, we also take you aboard Victoria 30 for a tour with Ellie, as she shares stories from her circumnavigation of the UK. As always, thank you for watching and supporting the journey and if you’re new here, don’t forget to subscribe 🌿 🍿 WATCH NEXT: COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhsp MY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures :https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: I just wanted to say a huge thank you Wild Earth for their continued support. Their gear has helped keep me warm, dry, and safe through this cold Scottish weather. If you’re looking for new outdoor gear, check them out here: https://www.wildearth.com.au WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before.. hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I’ve returned home and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore Scotland. I share stories from the sea, with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures. Thank you for watching! 0:00 – Intro 0:25 – Setting Sail from Millport 4:33 – Cruising Along the Arran Coast 5:59 – Discovering Holy Isle 10:54 – Sailing to Lochranza Castle 12:08 – Exploring the Castle Ruins 15:44 – Snorkelling in Scotland 18:54 – A Tour of Northern Sky (Victoria 30) KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SailingVlog

This week, I take on some wild Scottish weather, attempt my first-ever solo berth, tackle some boat jobs, and learn a lesson I won't be forgetting anytime soon.. Along the way, I'll be sailing with friends and joining the Ocean Drifters Project, helping to protect Scotland's seas through ocean conservation and citizen science. https://oceandriftersproject.co.uk 🍿 WATCH NEXT: COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhspMY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures:https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: I just wanted to say a huge thank you Wild Earth for their continued support. Their gear has helped keep me warm, dry, and safe through this cold Scottish weather. If you’re looking for new outdoor gear, check them out here: https://www.wildearth.com.au WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before.. hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I’ve returned home and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore Scotland. I share stories from the sea, with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures. 0:00 Intro 0:42 Wild Scottish Weather 2:55 Arriving at Largs Marina 4:02 Crashing into the Pontoon (Twice) 6:10 Fairlie Yachts & Richard Mille Cup 6:53 Leaving the Marina 8:02 Sailing with Friends 10:53 Ocean Drifters Event 14:00 How You Can Get Involved in Ocean Science 18:01 Thank You 18:40 10% Donated to Marine Conservation 19:37 Support the Mission on Patreon Thank you for watching! KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

This week I'm spending some time back home on the Isle of Cumbrae. After more than 10 years living in Australia, I'm starting to realise just how much I took this place for granted. In this video, I'll share a bit about why I moved back to Scotland, give you a tour of my floating home, tackle a few boat jobs, and explain how I recently managed to lose an anchor! I'll also be exploring the island by land and sea, revisiting some of my favourite spots and rediscovering what makes this place so great!! 10% of all profits from these videos are donated to marine conservation projects in Scotland 🌊 EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures: https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown 🍿 WATCH NEXT: COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhspMY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: I just wanted to say a huge thank you Wild Earth for their continued support. Their gear has helped keep me warm, dry, and safe through this cold Scottish weather. If you’re looking for new outdoor gear, check them out here: https://www.wildearth.com.au WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before.. hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I’ve returned home and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore Scotland. I share stories from the sea, with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures.Thank you for watching! 00:00 Introduction 00:42 New Battery for the Boat 01:35 Tour of My 26ft Victoria 800 07:24 Exploring Crocodile Rock 08:18 Marine Station Visit 09:34 Around Millport Town Centre 11:03 Scotland’s Smallest Cathedral 12:21 Solo Sailing Around Cumbrae 14:33 Engine Troubles 16:45 Why I Left Australia 18:55 I Lost an Anchor 20:50 Thank You KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

This week I’m heading back to the Wee Cumbrae - one of my favourite places in Scotland. We’ll explore a 14th century castle, visit a forgotten lighthouse, and spend the day surrounded by seals, seabirds and some of the most beautiful wildflowers and coastline in the country ❤️ 10% of all profits from these videos are donated to marine conservation projects in Scotland 🌊 🍿 WATCH NEXT: MY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhsp WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures :https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: I just wanted to say a huge thank you Wild Earth for their continued support. Their gear has helped keep me warm, dry, and safe through this cold Scottish weather. If you’re looking for new outdoor gear, check them out here: https://www.wildearth.com.au WHO AM I? 👋 If we haven’t met before.. hi, I’m Kayleigh. After living overseas for nearly 10 years, I’ve returned home and bought a 26ft sailboat to explore Scotland. I share stories from the sea, with the hope of inspiring others to get outdoors, connect with nature and set off on their own adventures.Thank you for watching! 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Solo Sailing to Little Cumbrae 2:14 - First Time at Anchor 3:05 - Castle Ruins 5:32 - Island Hike 6:39 - Forgotten Lighthouse 10:21 - Sunset at Anchor 10:59 - Boat Chores 12:32 - Surrounded by Seals! 13:37 - Whats Next? KB 🙂 #Sailing #SailingScotland #BoatLife #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

10% of profits from these videos are donated to marine conservation projects in Scotland 🌊 This is the very first video on my new (to me) 26ft Victoria from 1996. I’ll run through the boat buying process from start to finish, head off on the maiden voyage through the Scottish Isles then go on my very first solo sail! Over the next few months I’m hoping to share stories from the sea, with the hope of encouraging others to get outdoors, care for our environment and set off on their own adventures. 🍿 WATCH NEXT: COSTS OF LIVING ON A SAILBOAT: https://youtu.be/WRafLL63ewU?si=GCCMW-YP_aVBLhsp MY FIRST SOLO SAIL: https://youtu.be/AOeVM_hZEuI?si=pdIG6h6Md862Bmbh SHIPWRECK STORIES: https://youtu.be/FC2FycryeXg?si=nzLDLIs3uMVqQ8vG 1000KM OF SOLO BIKE-PACKING: https://youtu.be/lJDS4WUS-F0?si=TtEFNyPF9MtrHCD6 WE CYCLED THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND: https://youtu.be/iEWj6Kcl_NM?si=77ggYVzpBmNQw_m8 EXTRA CONTENT ON PATREON: ⛵ Get access to exclusive uncut sailing videos, support my marine conservation mission, get behind-the-scenes footage and sneak peeks of upcoming adventures: https://www.patreon.com/c/_kayleighbrown MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📸 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_kayleighbrown/ 📱 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kayleighjeanbrown/ 🎥 FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/kayleighjeanbrown/ WITH THANKS: I wanted to say a huge thank you Wild Earth for their continued support. Their gear has helped keep me warm, dry, and safe through this cold Scottish weather. If you’re looking for new outdoor gear, check them out here: https://www.wildearth.com.au 0:00 Introduction 0:30 In Water Survey 1:38 Out Water Survey 2:31 Engine Issues 4:01 I Bought a Boat! 5:15 Moving Aboard 6:12 Leaving Troon Yacht Haven 7:24 Maiden Voyage 9:40 First Solo Sail on my Victoria 800 14:38 Right Decision? KB 🙂 #SoloSailing #BoatLife #SailingScotland #SinglehandedSailing #SailingVlog

💸 Ever wondered what it really costs to buy a sailboat? See or Q&A in the comments below 👇 After half a year at sea - exploring remote islands, fixing things that broke, and learning as we went - here’s our entire journey condensed into just 3 cinematic minutes. There’s no talking or narration in this one, just my favourite shots paired with piano to tell the story. From calm sunsets to rough seas, it’s a glimpse into what full-time boat life truly looks and feels like - and what it all cost to make happen. This video took a long time to piece together, so if you enjoy it, a like, hype or comment would mean the world. 💙 Music from uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonder-house/waltz-sergio-diaz-de-rojas License code: 0RBOSSNAUPUBYI7H #sailing #sailingaroundtheworld #sailingaustralia #sailinglife #sailingcouple #boatlife #liveaboard #sailingyacht #oceanlife #sailingchannel #travelvlog #greatbarrierreef #adventuretravel #offgridlife #sailingmonohull #sailingvlog #sailingadventure

Join us for our second-last episode aboard Mon Ami as we sail through the Sandy Straits before heading back to work 😢⚓ Along the way, we face our biggest storm yet, taking shelter in deep water near Big Woody Island, and are mesmerized by humpback whales singing through the hull at Rooney Point - a sound we’ll never forget! Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: The Adventure Begins 0:28 – Epic Sail to Fraser Island/K’Gari 1:57 – Spinnaker Sailing Through the Sandy Straits 3:07 – Incredible Whale Encounters!! 4:07 – Facing Our Biggest Storm Yet 5:38 – Our Final Sail Together 8:25 – An Emotional Farewell 10:29 – What’s Next for Us? 12:45 – Q&A: Don’t Miss Tomorrow’s Finale! 💬 Where are you watching from? Let us know in the comments! Support us and help save the ocean: https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi #Sailing #BoatLife #LifeAtSea #SailingAdventure #CruisingLife

We sailed to Lady Musgrave Island - one of our favourite coral cays at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. 🏝️ Before we could explore, we had to navigate a narrow channel, dodge swirling eddies, and avoid a few coral bombies. Once inside the lagoon, we dropped anchor and jumped straight into our big blue backyard - swimming with sharks and whales, snorkeling the reef, and soaking up the off-grid sailing life aboard Mon Ami. 🌊🐋🦈 Come sail with us and experience the wild side of the Great Barrier Reef! ⸻ 🔹 Subscribe & Follow Subscribe for weekly sailing adventures → https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami Support our travels (10% goes to marine conservation) → https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi Instagram → @_kayleighbrown

We drove across Australia, cycled across New Zealand, and somehow ended up buying a yacht (without being rich). Here’s how it happened 👇

After three years of adventures, hard work, and a whole lot of dreaming - we’re finally re-introducing ourselves 🌊 From crossing Australia in 4WDs during the pandemic to living in a swag for a year to save money - here’s how we ended up living aboard our 41ft sailboat Mon Ami. 📍 Subscribe for more adventures: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support our journey (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io Thanks for watching! Kayleigh & James #sailing #sailingtheworld #boatlife #offgrid #minimalistliving

We’re continuing our sailing journey from Great Keppel Island to the southernmost group of islands in the Great Barrier Reef. With steady northerly winds, it was a relaxing sail through some of the clearest blue water in Australia. As we reached Masthead Island, we were welcomed by hundreds of seabirds and a completely uninhabited coral cay surrounded by pristine reef - the perfect liveaboard sailing destination. Once anchored, the adventure really began: 🦈 Stand up paddle boarding with SHARKS! 🐠 Snorkelling coral reefs 🤿 Freediving in crystal-clear water This video is packed with everything we love about the liveaboard sailing lifestyle - exploring remote islands, testing our sailing skills, and living close to nature on the Great Barrier Reef. ⚓️ If you enjoy sailing content, snorkelling adventures, freediving, paddle boarding, and exploring remote Australia, this one’s for you. 💙 Support our journey: Like, comment, and subscribe - it helps more people discover our sailing channel and join the adventure. #sailingboat #BoatLife #yacht

We're leaving Scawfell Island and setting off on a 120 nautical mile journey to Island Head Creek.. Normally, we’d stop and explore the islands along the way but this time, we’ve got a short weather window to make it south, so we’re sailing non-stop, all day and all night, before eventually moving on to the Keppel Islands. So come aboard and see what it’s really like to live on a sailboat - as we’ve kept this video as real and as raw as possible! 🐠 Become a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 0:00 - Welcome Aboard! 0:34 - Navigating from Scawfell to Island Head Creek 3:29 - Sunset Sailing & Night Watch Under the Stars 5:15 - Sunrise with Dolphins: A Perfect Sailing Moment 7:12 - Island Head Creek: Coconut Hunting on the Water 11:04 - Mangrove Mudcrabs: Exploring Coastal Wildlife 13:03 - Hoisting Sails: Leaving Island Head Creek Behind 14:17 - Processing Fresh Coconuts Aboard the Sailboat 15:57 - “LURE ON MY BALLS!” 17:46 - Galley Girls: Life in the Sailboat Kitchen 20:00 - Sunset Extravaganza: Sailing into Golden Hour 22:24 - Boat Jump: Water Fun on the High Seas 23:14 - Keppel Island Mangroves: Shoreline Exploration 25:00 - Island Footsteps: Hiking & Discovering 29:00 - Next Week’s Voyage: What’s Ahead on Sailing Ami #BoatLife #Sailing #Unfiltered #TinyHomeOnWater