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wideeyedadventures
171 Vues · 2 années depuis

Season two and a new RV adventure begins! Overnight temps are dropping below zero so we MUST move the RV south. We say goodbye to African Queen IV for a few weeks while Genco finishes the winter cover, and head to Tennessee. Just far enough South to prevent the pipes from freezing, but close enough to make it back in one day to install the cover when it's ready. While staying at Over-Nighter RV Park, we find a few fun things to do in the area. Tennessee is awesome! #wideeyedadventures #sailinglife #tennessee #rvlife #travel #chattanooga #trainride #lookoutmountain #train #inclinerailway #unlimited #beefjerkey #harvesthost

wideeyedadventures
293 Vues · 2 années depuis

What a find! Beef Jerky Unlimited is our new favourite jerky. Tons of flavours, types and meet variations to choose from. If you like jerky, this place is for you. For more information check out #wideeyedadveentures. #rvlife #sailinglife #beefjerky #chattanooga #train #tennessee #lookoutmountain #travel #short

wideeyedadventures
518 Vues · 2 années depuis

How water is used to power the Incline Railway. #short #lookoutmountain #inclinerailway rvlife #sailinglife #wideeyedadventures #travel #train #chattanooga

wideeyedadventures
251 Vues · 2 années depuis

Join us as we tackle challenges like fixing an air conditioning pump, navigating a decision about our dinghy, and skillfully hauling our boat out of the water. The excitement doesn't end there – immerse yourself in the spontaneity of camping by the scenic Ontario coast. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just curious, this episode combines maintenance tasks, decision-making, and the joy of camping in the heart of Ontario. Don't miss out on this journey – hit the like button, subscribe, and share your thoughts as we explore the highs and lows of alternative living! 🏞️🚤🏕️ #outdooradventure #ontario #acrepair #decisionmaking #boathaulout #camping #outdoorlife #natureadventure #alternativeliving #wideeyedadventures #sailinglife #travelvlog #ebike #ferrari

wideeyedadventures
512 Vues · 2 années depuis

We're back! With over 3,500 nautical miles under our keel, there was just no time to edit. We finally had an opportunity to stop for a few days where we were able to edit a few episodes. In this episode embark on an unforgettable Lake Erie escapade as we navigate the shimmering waters by dinghy to the idyllic Pelee Island! Our adventure kicks into high gear on scooters, exploring the island's scenic landscapes. At The Dog and Goat restaurant, we savor a delectable lunch and refreshing drinks before revving up for a hilarious golf cart race through the island's winding roads. The day peaks with wine tasting at renowned Pelee Island Winery, framed by breathtaking lake views. Join us for a day of laughter, camaraderie, and the sheer joy of discovering Pelee Island's hidden treasures on this epic Lake Erie journey! 🚤🏞️ #PeleeIslandAdventure #LakeErieExploration #IslandGetaway 🌅#Winetasting 🍷#WideEyedAdventures

wideeyedadventures
756 Vues · 2 années depuis

We know we haven't posted in awhile. We have sailed out the St. Lawrence and are in NYC at the moment. Sailing 2500 nautical miles has taken up 95% of our time, leaving little time to edit. But we have a ton of content in the can and as soon as we anchor in one place for more than 2 days, we will start editing again. In the meantime, we really wanted to show how well our new Rocna Mark II anchor has been holding us. We have been through several major storms, including Hurricane Lee, which was downgraded to a tropical storm by the time it reached us, just north-east of Portland Maine. But it came very close with sustained winds in the 30 knot range and gusts in the low 40s. We found a very protected anchorage to avoid swells off the Atlantic and put a second anchor on deck just in case. But we never needed it. The Rocna held fast for over 36 hours. Amazing anchor!

wideeyedadventures
645 Vues · 2 années depuis

There's a new Captain in town, boat logistics to iron out, and lots of fun to be had this week @wideeyedadventures.

wideeyedadventures
403 Vues · 2 années depuis

We are back at the boat gong crazy with boat projects and the editing is suffering. For those of you following us on Facebook, you will have seen this link to the full length English Channel crossing we did with Steve from Highfield. 180 nautical miles in one day... in a 19-foot rubber boat. See the full episode on Highfield's Youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/M-baoEbaVB0 Follow us on Facebook for more real time updates: https://www.facebook.com/wideeyedadventures So what boat projects are we working on? - new anti-fouling paint - new anodes - repair bent propeller - sand, epoxy and paint the sail drive - change gear lube - change impeller - replace smelly 2" waste hose - add ball valve fittings to keep waste hose empty - install new Racor 500 fuel filter with metal bowl guard - build an emergency Dewatering pump (kit in a bag) - install new EPIRB with AIS - replace deck cars - replace broken swim platform pivot hinge - fix AIS - remove and stow gigantic Genco winter cover - replace all canvass - dodger, Bimini, camper, etc. - check diesel fuel condition and replace if necessary - measure location for Diesel Dipper - replace one Simrad wind instrument. - install radar reflector - assemble and updated first aid kit and new ditch bag Cheers!

wideeyedadventures
12,021 Vues · 2 années depuis

In this episode we make some tough decisions... and among other things... go fishing!

wideeyedadventures
384 Vues · 2 années depuis

EP06 - Exploring Erieau. #shorts #wideeyedadventures #sailinglife #fishing #lakeerie #travel

wideeyedadventures
1,152 Vues · 2 années depuis

One of our favourite things about sailing is getting to explore new places. This week on Wide Eyed Adventures, we try our hand in some local fishing, get new scooters and explore the cute Village of Erieau.

wideeyedadventures
2,325 Vues · 2 années depuis

On this week’s Wide Eyed Adventure, we depart Port Dalhousie early in the morning for one stressful transit through the Welland Canal. The weather that morning was decent but the forecast was ominous… with a number of storms cells predicted for the region. Part of the St. Lawrence Seaway, the Welland Canal is a commercial shipping route connecting Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, effectively bypassing Niagara Falls. It is 27 miles in length… with eight locks allowing ships to ascend or descend the 326 foot elevation difference between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. It allows recreational traffic, on a limited schedule. Upbound transits from Port Weller to Port Colborne are authorized on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays… but only with a confirmed reservation. You are expected to compete the transit in a single day, while giving way to any commercial ships that might cross your path. Our one-way transit cost in 2022 was $200.00. You must arrive and register with the Seaway’s Operations Control Centre before 9am on your scheduled transit day, or you will not be allowed to proceed. Tricky the first time, when you’re not sure exactly where to go. We show the exact location to check in at 02:30 in the video. We do have some experience with locks. We’ve travelled the Trent Severn from Lake Simcoe to Georgian Bay, at least a dozen times. And we transited the entire Trent waterway from Trenton to Georgian Bay… a 386 kilometer journey… back in 2017. But transiting the Welland Canal is a whole other ball game. Coming so close to monstrous commercial ships, was nerve racking. But far worse, were the massive currents generated, when filling the locks. These giant locks meant for ships up to 780 feet long! Our recommendations for upstream transits: 1. Bring at least 4 crew, more if you don't have a thruster. (3 were not enough) 2. Bring extra fenders - have at least 4 large fenders on each side to protect the hull. 3. Triple check the weather forecast. If winds over 20 knots are predicted, reschedule. 4. Book a slip at Sugarloaf marina for a rest after the transit. Lock 8 is the last lock before Port Colbourne. The lift is only 3 feet and we were told not to tie off, rather to sail slowly and the doors at the other end would open when ready. We drove as slowly as possible, in forward gear for two seconds then in idle position for five seconds. It seemed like forever, but the doors opened with room to spare. The lock masters and bridge operators are pros, and you can rely on their expert timing. Part 2 Our sail the next day from Port Colborne to Long Point was only 45 nautical miles. With light winds however, we were up early. But the leisurely sail was a welcome reprieve from the stressful canal transit. Long point is quite sheltered with plenty of protected anchorages. Keep an eye on water depth as you approach shore. On Day 3 we headed to Port Stanley, another 65 nautical miles west. Along the way we spotted a series of spectacular cliffs on the north shore between Port Bruce and Hawk Cliff. If we weren't pressed for time this would have been a great spot to anchor and explore. From Port Stanley we were headed for Erieau Marina, another 42 nautical miles South-West. And we had perfect weather… with winds out of the south west, between 8 and 12 knots right, on the beam most of the way. One thing that attracted us to Erieau Marina was its water depth. We draw over 6-feet and some marinas aren’t deep enough. No so with Erieau. Originally a commercial coal harbour the Erieau Marina’s average depth is over 12-feet. Couple that with extremely helpful staff, and incredible fishing… and we found the perfect spot to chill for a bit. If you want any tips on catching Walleye, Ponch at the Chandlery is really helpful! Music: Artlist.io

wideeyedadventures
1,024 Vues · 2 années depuis

A little calming wave action to help cool a manic Monday. #shorts #beach #zen Music: artlist.io

wideeyedadventures
52 Vues · 2 années depuis

Just a little fun info about Bumblebees. #shorts #wideeyedadventures #bumblebee Music: artlist.io

wideeyedadventures
9,349 Vues · 2 années depuis

In this episode we continue our Great Lakes journey, sailing from Coburg to Toronto Island with a bit of skinny dipping (chunky dunking?) along the way. We meet up with a good friend before sailing to Port Dalhousie. Licensed Music & SFX: artist.io #sailing #lakeontario #toronto

wideeyedadventures
631 Vues · 2 années depuis

Goofing around with our NineBot scooter in Pensacola. We didn't think Florida would be this cold! @WideEyedAdventures #shorts #ninebot #scooter

wideeyedadventures
399 Vues · 2 années depuis

Sailing upwind on Lake Ontario in 10+ foot waves! @WideEyedAdventures #shorts #beneteau #sailing

wideeyedadventures
2,800 Vues · 2 années depuis

Is a 30 mile round trip too far in a dinghy? Not if you're running a Highfield Sport 420! We LOVE this inflatable! It is fast (40 mph), light (can be towed behind a car) and extremely capable. When we hit the first 3-foot boat wake in it at 15 mph, the bow went up and we braced ourselves for a big crash landing, but it never came. Instead the little 420 landed softly, as though we landed on down pillows. I looked at my wife and she at me... both of us smiling and agreeing this was an awesome purchase! Stay tuned for more Highfield Sport 420 adventures! @WideEyedAdventures #highfield #yamahamarine #georgianbay

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