Ahoy! It's St. Patty's Day in Rockwall, TX! ☘️ we're Sailing Into Lake Ray Hubbard & The Harbor. We’re taking a break from Lewisville lake to explore the "Sailing Capital of North Texas"—Rockwall! Join us for a full St. Patty’s Day weekend vlog as we check into the Hilton Lakefront, tour the famous Rockwall Lighthouse at The Harbor, and eat our way through the best lakefront spots like Rodeo Goat and Sideways. From gear shopping at Bass Pro Shops to green beer and dancing, this is how you spend a perfect weekend on Lake Ray Hubbard. Whether you're a sailor looking for new waters or just looking for a Texas staycation, Rockwall has the vibes you're looking for! #SailingIntoNirvana #RockwallTX #LakeRayHubbard #TexasTravel #StPattysDay #TheHarborRockwall #SailingLife #TexasLakes #travelvlog 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Irish Hill by GRAZZE, https://t.lickd.co/l/maO4WqVlwV8 Background Music For St. Patrick’s Day by Irish Music, St. Patricks Day Ensemble, Irish Celtic Music, https://t.lickd.co/l/YZ1e27M23RL Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

Ahoy! It's St. Patty's Day in Rockwall, TX! ☘️ we're Sailing Into Lake Ray Hubbard & The Harbor. We’re taking a break from Lewisville lake to explore the "Sailing Capital of North Texas"—Rockwall! Join us for a full St. Patty’s Day weekend vlog as we check into the Hilton Lakefront, tour the famous Rockwall Lighthouse at The Harbor, and eat our way through the best lakefront spots like Rodeo Goat and Sideways. From gear shopping at Bass Pro Shops to green beer and dancing, this is how you spend a perfect weekend on Lake Ray Hubbard. Whether you're a sailor looking for new waters or just looking for a Texas staycation, Rockwall has the vibes you're looking for! #SailingIntoNirvana #RockwallTX #LakeRayHubbard #TexasTravel #StPattysDay #TheHarborRockwall #SailingLife #TexasLakes #travelvlog 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Irish Hill by GRAZZE, https://t.lickd.co/l/maO4WqVlwV8 Background Music For St. Patrick’s Day by Irish Music, St. Patricks Day Ensemble, Irish Celtic Music, https://t.lickd.co/l/YZ1e27M23RL Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

Can you really do a full hibachi dinner at a boat salon table? In today’s episode of Sailing into Nirvana, we’re testing out our brand-new hibachi griddle pan and butane stove setup to see if it’s the ultimate liveaboard cooking solution. We’re searing up Ribeye, Ahi Tuna, Shrimp, and Cod right here on the lake! Stick around for the second half where Cyndi and I sit down for our Spring Podcast. We’re sharing some big news about our upcoming Spring Open House for the locals and what the next few months look like for the channel. The Products We Used: Get the Hibachi Grill Pan Here: https://amzn.to/4sVmtzz Portable Butane Stove: https://amzn.to/4vihnPp Portable Electric Induction Cooktop: https://amzn.to/4spVuLA My Knife Set: https://amzn.to/4spVuLA The Concentrated Boat Cleaner we use: https://amzn.to/4tBP78W In this video: The New Hibachi Setup Reveal 1. Hibachi Griddle Pan Setup 2. Butane & Induction Stove on a Boat 3. Cooking Ahi Tuna & Shrimp at the Table 4. Spring Podcast: Open House Plans & Announcements 5. Final Taste Test: Ribeye vs. Cod vs. Ahi Vs. Shrimp #SailingIntoNirvana #BoatLife #Hibachi #SailingLifestyle #BoatCooking #Liveaboard #OutdoorCooking #SpringSailing

Can we get the boat ready for the season before the timer hits zero? ⏱️ ⛵ Here are the anti-microbial products we use! (affiliate links below) 1. Boat Cleaner Concentrate - https://amzn.to/4dHUn5V 2. Anti-microbial Sheet Set - https://amzn.to/4sFnjk0 Spring cleaning on a boat isn't just about soap and water—it’s about strategy, speed, and a little bit of healthy competition. In today’s episode of Sailing into Nirvana, we’re turning the most dreaded chore of the year into an all-out race. We break down our boat organization system, create a "battle-ready" checklist, and see who can finish their zones first. Whether you are prepping for your first cruise of the year or just looking for boat maintenance tips to save time, this vlog covers the reality of the "pre-sail" grind. Stick around to see who wins the contest and who ends up making dinner! Music: 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Third Lake by Boss Axis, https://t.lickd.co/l/Zyw4Jj8ardV Masten Lake by MartyParty, https://t.lickd.co/l/l73dgEmdAEe Kickstart My Heart by Mötley Crüe, https://t.lickd.co/l/25ov0NEG3aW Piece Of Your Action by Mötley Crüe, https://t.lickd.co/l/dVY6vXmdYmO Take Me To The Top by Mötley Crüe, https://t.lickd.co/l/7oEYXAVK1Z3 #Sailing #BoatCleaning #DIYBoat #SailingLifestyle #Nautical #BoatOrganization #SpringPrep #SailingIntoNirvana #BoatLife #SpringCleaning #SailingVlog #BoatMaintenance #GenXAdventures

Ahoy! It's St. Patty's Day in Rockwall, TX! ☘️ we're Sailing Into Lake Ray Hubbard & The Harbor. We’re taking a break from Lewisville lake to explore the "Sailing Capital of North Texas"—Rockwall! Join us for a full St. Patty’s Day weekend vlog as we check into the Hilton Lakefront, tour the famous Rockwall Lighthouse at The Harbor, and eat our way through the best lakefront spots like Rodeo Goat and Sideways. From gear shopping at Bass Pro Shops to green beer and dancing, this is how you spend a perfect weekend on Lake Ray Hubbard. Whether you're a sailor looking for new waters or just looking for a Texas staycation, Rockwall has the vibes you're looking for! #SailingIntoNirvana #RockwallTX #LakeRayHubbard #TexasTravel #StPattysDay #TheHarborRockwall #SailingLife #TexasLakes #travelvlog 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Irish Hill by GRAZZE, https://t.lickd.co/l/maO4WqVlwV8 Background Music For St. Patrick’s Day by Irish Music, St. Patricks Day Ensemble, Irish Celtic Music, https://t.lickd.co/l/YZ1e27M23RL Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

I baked this Keto Yogurt Bread right here in my sailboat galley - and it turned out unbelievably good! This gluten free, low carb loaf uses Greek yogurt, eggs, MCT powder, grated parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast, and cream cheese to create a soft, flavorful bread you can make anywhere. Sailing Into Nirvana: Join us as we cook, sail & explore destinations and beaches! Amazon Gear & Items I Use (affiliate Links): MCT Powder: https://amzn.to/40rZQ9h Hezhen Knife Set 4 Pcs: https://amzn.to/4rsb1tI Visit the Hezhen Store: https://amzn.to/4sJCwQE Egg White Powder (option): https://amzn.to/411iFjO Psyllium Husk Powder (option): https://amzn.to/40vU3Q6 Nutritional yeast flakes: https://amzn.to/47ogU3S Acacia Wood Cutting Boards: https://amzn.to/4b5qbA7 Ingredients: Greek yogurt, eggs, MCT powder, grated parmesan (or egg white & psyllium husk powder), nutritional yeast, cream cheese & spices. Try this recipe and tell me how it turned out for you! #keto #ketobread #lowcarbrecipes #glutenfreebread #boatlife #sailinglife #galleycooking #yogurtbread #sailingintonirvana #sailingvlog ________________________________________ 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Everything Is Possible by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, https://t.lickd.co/l/LEp8jdlqJxO Rise And Smile by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, https://t.lickd.co/l/lmbGMq0EQY7 Inside Out by Kes Loy, Tim Reilly, Jeff Dale, https://t.lickd.co/l/D90okjQj0jM Weekend Away by Tim Reilly, Kes Loy, Jeff Dale, https://t.lickd.co/l/OqVN0WLZk4Z Natural Order by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, https://t.lickd.co/l/9qGYrj5naKJ

In this episode of Pirate Rodney’s Cuisines, I show how to fillet small fish step-by-step using croaker that we just scaled in the previous video. Many people struggle with small fish because the bones are tight and it’s easy to waste good meat. In this quick tutorial, I demonstrate the simple knife cuts that make filleting small fish easier and cleaner. View the details & cost of the products I use with my affiliate links below: KNIVES: https://amzn.to/4c00kdR AIR FRYER: https://amzn.to/4kV43f5 In this video you’ll learn: • How to cut around the small bones • Where to run the blade along the rib cage • How to remove the fillet without wasting meat • Tips for handling smaller fish like croaker, trout, and panfish This fillet will be used in the next step of our recipe where we turn the fish into delicious fish rolls. If you enjoy cooking seafood, fishing, or learning how to prepare whole fish, subscribe for more episodes from the galley. #fishfillet #howtofilletfish #seafoodprep #catchandcook #cookingfish 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

In this episode of Pirate Rodney’s Cuisines, I show how to fillet small fish step-by-step using croaker that we just scaled in the previous video. Many people struggle with small fish because the bones are tight and it’s easy to waste good meat. In this quick tutorial, I demonstrate the simple knife cuts that make filleting small fish easier and cleaner. View the details & cost of the products I use with my affiliate links below: KNIVES: https://amzn.to/4c00kdR AIR FRYER: https://amzn.to/4kV43f5 In this video you’ll learn: • How to cut around the small bones • Where to run the blade along the rib cage • How to remove the fillet without wasting meat • Tips for handling smaller fish like croaker, trout, and panfish This fillet will be used in the next step of our recipe where we turn the fish into delicious fish rolls. If you enjoy cooking seafood, fishing, or learning how to prepare whole fish, subscribe for more episodes from the galley. #fishfillet #howtofilletfish #seafoodprep #catchandcook #cookingfish 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

In this episode, I realized something most people never think about… are you actually supposed to eat fish scales? After buying croaker and removing the scales in Part 1, I noticed something strange — some trout and salmon from the store have scales removed, and some don’t. It seems random. Even worse? My girlfriend has been eating them because she assumed they were already cleaned. View the details and cost with my affiliate links below: KNIVES: https://amzn.to/4c00kdR AIR FRYER: https://amzn.to/4kV43f5 In this quick 3-minute breakdown, I talk about: • Do some store-bought fish still have scales • Is it OK to eat them • Are fish scales are safe to eat • How to properly remove them fish scales • What to look for before filleting This leads into our full fillet + fish roll recipe episode coming next. If you’ve ever wondered about salmon skin, trout scales, or how to clean fish properly — this one’s for you. Subscribe for more cooking on the water, seafood prep, and real kitchen knowledge from Pirate Rodney at Sailing Into Nirvana! In tis episode: fish scaling, should you eat fish scales, removing fish scales, how to scale fish, trout scales, salmon scales, croaker fish cleaning, fish fish scaling tutorial, seafood prep tips, cleaning whole fish, scaling fish tutorial, are fish scales edible, fish skin vs scales, grocery store fish preparation, cooking whole fish 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

In this episode, I realized something most people never think about… are you actually supposed to eat fish scales? After buying croaker and removing the scales in Part 1, I noticed something strange — some trout and salmon from the store have scales removed, and some don’t. It seems random. Even worse? My girlfriend has been eating them because she assumed they were already cleaned. View the details and cost with my affiliate links below: KNIVES: https://amzn.to/4c00kdR AIR FRYER: https://amzn.to/4kV43f5 In this quick 3-minute breakdown, I talk about: • Do some store-bought fish still have scales • Is it OK to eat them • Are fish scales are safe to eat • How to properly remove them fish scales • What to look for before filleting This leads into our full fillet + fish roll recipe episode coming next. If you’ve ever wondered about salmon skin, trout scales, or how to clean fish properly — this one’s for you. Subscribe for more cooking on the water, seafood prep, and real kitchen knowledge from Pirate Rodney at Sailing Into Nirvana! In tis episode: fish scaling, should you eat fish scales, removing fish scales, how to scale fish, trout scales, salmon scales, croaker fish cleaning, fish fish scaling tutorial, seafood prep tips, cleaning whole fish, scaling fish tutorial, are fish scales edible, fish skin vs scales, grocery store fish preparation, cooking whole fish 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Walk The Earth by Jeff Dale, Tim Reilly, Ben Ziapour, Jason Pedder, https://t.lickd.co/l/mMYN55y0v1r

Ahoy! If you've ever wondered how sailing works and how to navigate on the water, this episode breaks down basic sailing navigation in a simple, beginner-friendly way. Episode 3 from the Captain's Salon series. Affiliate Links: Get The Handbook of Sailing here: https://amzn.to/3Onct2N From reading charts and lake maps to using visual aids and landmarks, we cover the essential navigation tools every sailor should understand before leaving the dock. Whether you're sailing inland lakes or coastal waters, understanding navigation basics will help you stay safe and confident at the helm. In this episode: • How to read basic navigation charts • Using maps and visual reference points • Understanding markers and aids to navigation • Planning your route before you sail If you’re learning to sail or want to improve your sailing skills, this video is for you. Subscribe to Sailing Into Nirvana for real-world sailing lessons, boat life, and practical cruising advice. #sailing #sailboattips #sailinglessons #navigation #learnsailing Navigation while sailing, navigation for beginners, sailboat navigation tips, tacking while sailing, Catalina 30 sailing, small sailboat advice, sailing couple vlog, how to tack safely, beginner sailing tips, lake sailing Texas, stress free sailing, sailboat maps, sailboat charts

After cooking a romantic dinner on our sailboat, we poured wine and had an honest conversation about food, and the sailboat lifestyle. Is this really the dream we imagined? In this cozy salon podcast, we talk about living aboard at the marina, cooking together, and what boat life means to us. For anyone who dreams about sailboat living, lake life, or building a romantic life on the water — this conversation is for you. We use unbreakable wine glasses for our drinks & cocktails! Affiliate links below: 12 oz. Stemmed White Wine Glasses: https://amzn.to/4tHePtj 15 oz. stemmed Red Wine Glasses: https://amzn.to/4kQd3lI 15 oz. Stemless Wine Glasses for Red or White Wine: https://amzn.to/46jgwDm 18 oz. Margarita Glasses: https://amzn.to/4kKe9iM 8 oz. Champagne Glasses: https://amzn.to/3MmFv1X Cheers! - Rodney & Cyndi ⚓ Subscribe for weekly sailing lifestyle and boat life conversations 🍷 Would you live this life? #sailboatlife #liveaboardlife #boatlife #sailingcouple #sailingpodcast 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Sailing Past by George Georgia, https://t.lickd.co/l/rMRX9MOp79j Dinner For Two by David Tobin, Jeff Meegan, https://t.lickd.co/l/5aebpGjEJ3G Bourbon Street Stomp by Lincoln Grounds, Thomm Jutz, https://t.lickd.co/l/xvp9rQkQLwg Crush It by Jason Pedder, Douglas Brown, https://t.lickd.co/l/10r1QvpXrqv Heat Me Up (Instrumental) by Simon Anderson, Duncan Pittock, https://t.lickd.co/l/dqwDb0ad9kN

If you're new to sailing and unsure how to navigate safely on the water, this episode breaks down basic sailing navigation in a simple, beginner-friendly way. Episode 3 from the Captain's Salon series. From reading charts and lake maps to using visual aids and landmarks, we cover the essential navigation tools every sailor should understand before leaving the dock. Whether you're sailing inland lakes or coastal waters, understanding navigation basics will help you stay safe and confident at the helm. In this episode: • How to read basic navigation charts • Using maps and visual reference points • Understanding markers and aids to navigation • Planning your route before you sail If you’re learning to sail or want to improve your seamanship skills, this video is for you. Subscribe to Sailing Into Nirvana for real-world sailing lessons, boat life, and practical cruising advice. #sailing #sailboattips #sailinglessons #navigation #learnsailing

We spent a cozy rainy weekend at the marina cooking a romantic Valentine’s dinner on our sailboat. Duck, octopus, escargot, wine and candlelight — this is the sailboat lifestyle we dreamed about. There’s something special about rain on deck and warm lights in the galley. Instead of going out for Valentine’s Day, we stayed aboard and made honey balsamic glazed duck, sautéed octopus and escargot with Brussels sprouts, and baked brie with raspberry pecan topping. This is what cozy sailboat living looks like — even on a lake. If you dream about liveaboard life, marina living, cooking on a boat, or creating a romantic boat lifestyle without living on the ocean, you’re in the right place. Valentines day on a boat, duck recipe on a sailboat, honey balsamic duck, escargot and octopus recipe, baked brie with raspberry pecan, romantic sailboat dinner, marina living vlog, lake sailboat lifestyle, sailing couple life ⚓ Subscribe for weekly sailing lifestyle videos 🍷 Would you stay in for Valentine’s Day on a sailboat? Cheers! - Rodney & Cyndi #sailboatlife #liveaboardlife #boatcooking #sailingvlog #cozylifestyle 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. Join here for an exclusive free trial: https://referrals.lickd.co/l/RODNEYERSK70/ Sailing Past by George Georgia, https://t.lickd.co/l/rMRX9MOp79j Dinner For Two by David Tobin, Jeff Meegan, https://t.lickd.co/l/5aebpGjEJ3G Bourbon Street Stomp by Lincoln Grounds, Thomm Jutz, https://t.lickd.co/l/xvp9rQkQLwg Crush It by Jason Pedder, Douglas Brown, https://t.lickd.co/l/10r1QvpXrqv Heat Me Up (Instrumental) by Simon Anderson, Duncan Pittock, https://t.lickd.co/l/dqwDb0ad9kN

Nothing ruins the sailing dream faster than a stressed-out crew and guests on an unpredictable trip. Today in this episode of the Captain's Salon Part 2 of my sailing series, we're talking about the aspects of sailing that help to transition to becoming more confident as a captain. I'll show you my predictable sail plan and the sailboat amenities that keep guests coming back! Cheers & Fair Winds! - Rodney & Cyndi

After an ice storm and a late-night show, we return to our sailboat to see what winter left behind. Frozen lines, rigging checks, and a full winter boat inspection to make sure everything survived. After the storm, we bring in provisions for the weekend, wake up to quiet marina mornings, make coffee and a warm omelet bowl with music playing in the background, and take care of a failing electrical outlet onboard. This is real winter sailboat life—maintenance, problem-solving, and slowing down together. If you’re into sailing vlogs, liveaboard life, or learning what winter boating is really like, this episode is for you. ⚓ Subscribe for honest sailing life, boat maintenance, and cozy moments from the galley. Cheers! - Rodney & Cyndi

After an ice storm and a late-night show, we return to our sailboat to see what winter left behind. Frozen lines, rigging checks, and a full winter boat inspection to make sure everything survived. After the storm, we bring in provisions for the weekend, wake up to quiet marina mornings, make coffee and a warm omelet bowl with music playing in the background, and take care of a failing electrical outlet onboard. This is real winter sailboat life—maintenance, problem-solving, and slowing down together. If you’re into sailing vlogs, liveaboard life, or learning what winter boating is really like, this episode is for you. ⚓ Subscribe for honest sailing life, boat maintenance, and cozy moments from the galley. Cheers! - Rodney & Cyndi

Ready to take your 22-40ft. sailboat out for the first time? In this episode of the Captain's Salon, we break down the basics of sailing, terms & concepts every beginner needs to confidently navigate lakes and bays. Buying a sailboat is the first step, but gaining the confidence to leave the dock is where the real journey begins. Join me in my salon as I pull from three essential sailing books to glean the best "sailing speak" and turn it into plain English. Whether you're on a Texas lake, reservoir, or a coastal bay, mastering terms like Port, Starboard, Tack or Jibe is your foundation for safety and fun while your sailing on the water. #SailingForBeginners #LearningToSail #NewBoatOwner #Sailing101 #HowToSail #cruisinglife #sailingtips #smallboatsailing #lakesailing #baysailing #coastalsailing

After an ice storm and a late-night show, we return to our sailboat to see what winter left behind. Frozen lines, rigging checks, and a full winter boat inspection to make sure everything survived. After the storm, we bring in provisions for the weekend, wake up to quiet marina mornings, make coffee and a warm omelet bowl with music playing in the background, and take care of a failing electrical outlet onboard. This is real winter sailboat life—maintenance, problem-solving, and slowing down together. If you’re into sailing vlogs, liveaboard life, or learning what winter boating is really like, this episode is for you. ⚓ Subscribe for honest sailing life, boat maintenance, and cozy moments from the galley. Cheers! - Rodney & Cyndi

Ready to take your 22-40ft. sailboat out for the first time? In this episode of the Captain's Salon, we break down the basics of sailing, terms & concepts every beginner needs to confidently navigate lakes and bays. Buying a sailboat is the first step, but gaining the confidence to leave the dock is where the real journey begins. Join me in my salon as I pull from three essential sailing books to glean the best "sailing speak" and turn it into plain English. Whether you're on a Texas lake, reservoir, or a coastal bay, mastering terms like Port, Starboard, Tack or Jibe is your foundation for safety and fun while your sailing on the water. #SailingForBeginners #LearningToSail #NewBoatOwner #Sailing101 #HowToSail #cruisinglife #sailingtips #smallboatsailing #lakesailing #baysailing #coastalsailing