Alone in a Snowstorm | Winter Boat Life on a 30ft Sailboat

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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024

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  • @farriswilliams553
    @farriswilliams553 Год назад +103

    I always love videos I see on this channel because they are always energetic and full of adventure, adventures are always good for the mind it’s too bad that most times lack of finance makes them virtually impossible

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      @farriswilliams553 Год назад

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      @ronaldadrian6800 Год назад

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    • @angievarona4497
      @angievarona4497 Год назад

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    • @fuzzywuzzythebackyardigans2283
      @fuzzywuzzythebackyardigans2283 8 месяцев назад

      You could explore the woods for free and get to learn about the ecosystems and specifically sit still long enough to notice the bugs going on about their life and how everything is hidden in plain sight

    • @ohhdah5219
      @ohhdah5219 2 месяца назад

      Shovel? Broom?

  • @GermanGreetings
    @GermanGreetings Год назад +6

    You create this unique atmosphere of peace... it makes me sit here, ...finding peace. Young Lady, that`s great. Powerful. Thank you so much !

  • @wayneanderson1641
    @wayneanderson1641 7 месяцев назад +7

    Snow is good insulation

  • @1951RKP
    @1951RKP Год назад +12

    I have been a live aboard for 21 years. Have been through many of these winters with snow and ice. Our docks are floating and have covers over the boats. We have ice and snow so heavy I was afraid it would roll the dock over due to being top heavy. The marina is good about having dock hands shoveling the roof. They push tons of weight off of it. So much snow on the bow of my 43’ Searay cruiser would be down about 8” which is a lot of weight. I guess about 2,000 pounds possibly more. You can’t just allow snow and ice to pile up on boats because they will become top heavy. I’ve gone through the dock water freezing so you have to stay on top of it. The hose gets so stiff you can’t bend it in fear it may crack. I just let mine lay out straight. I blow the water out of the hose after use. As far as heat inside no problem keeping the inside warm. I do have a generator in case the marina dock power goes off. It’s a life you either love or hate. There’s about 5 other year round live aboard boaters on my pier and we all watch out for each other. Probably about another 20 boats with live aboards at our marina. 1,000 boats here overall. Marina staff are here year round and will do whatever they can to make sure we are all OK during the bad days. I’ve been through a direct hit by a tornado that totally destroyed the dock I was on. Fortunately no one was hurt but a lot of severely damaged boats. Mine was fine except some cosmetic damage. The plus of winter is it’s so peaceful. We have security so it’s safe. Someday I’ll move on but until then it’s just a way of life. I do 100% all maintenance on my boat and a lot of my neighbors. If you’re going to live on one it pays to have a lot of knowledge. I wish I had this young ladies talent to video and edit and I would do a video like this.

  • @patraic5241
    @patraic5241 Год назад +7

    Believe it or not the snow itself is an insulator. The temp of snow is 32 or so degrees. Against your boat it will keep that temp slowly melting from the thermal energy escaping from you hull. It's the same physics that keeps an igloo habitable in deep sub zero conditions.

    • @leedoulman6027
      @leedoulman6027 Месяц назад

      Yep been there so truethink this is fake for rich girl from daddy haha

  • @DaveHines1
    @DaveHines1 Год назад +1

    I always thought about bailing water out of a boat , never bailing snow 😂☕️ stay warm 😃

  • @johandemeyer5
    @johandemeyer5 7 месяцев назад

    love that.. leave the snow as it insulates.. ye'r not going to sail anyway.. and .. just be patient.. 🙂cheers...

  • @jackdbur
    @jackdbur Год назад +1

    Get yourselves a heavy canvas or heavy sailcloth tarpaulin instead of that plastic one it won't flap noisily. Adding brush seals to your companion way to stop drafts & you could also fit rubber stick on window seals to the edges of your wash boards. Adding wood frames around your windows with VELCRO on them and 3mm clear vinyl as a inner layer would keep more heat in your cabin. Get yourselves some silicone hose and it will stay flexible in the cold weather.

  • @philhardwick100
    @philhardwick100 Год назад +1

    Amazing production. Fantastic soundtrack. As and old sailor I felt as though I was there. You have a real talent

  • @Bjornontour
    @Bjornontour Год назад

    Nice one with a southing piano!

  • @jginmt
    @jginmt Год назад

    You might consider investing in a plastic avalanche shovel. They are small and stow away easy. Also plastic will not scratch your boat.

  • @michaeleavenson6880
    @michaeleavenson6880 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing

  • @MCallsen
    @MCallsen Год назад

    Wonderful for the later christmas-spirit :) On the other hand, the snow made it a bit christ-messy for you. Glad you can always cope by now!

  • @robertparkinson6919
    @robertparkinson6919 8 месяцев назад +25

    Wind rain snow any weather is an adventure. As a 74 year old live aboard even staying warm through the winter is part of the trip. No surrender!.

  • @dougdrinkwater5843
    @dougdrinkwater5843 Год назад

    Small world! Up till last winter I was moored just past the Johnson st bridge from you (behind Value Village)

  • @andymadden6848
    @andymadden6848 Год назад

    wow u so well done

  • @GuyFromGeorgia
    @GuyFromGeorgia Год назад

    Some excellent cinematography here, ma’am. Just another reason not to port in the north, I guess. Beautiful video,tho.

  • @green7city
    @green7city 5 месяцев назад

    멋진 인생인데.....

  • @kgunv
    @kgunv 7 месяцев назад +1

    do you know that snow is a great insulator?
    look at igloos and snow caves

    • @DustDevilRage
      @DustDevilRage 7 месяцев назад

      Put some in a cone shaped paper cup and drizzle some artificially flavored and artificially colored juice all over it and it’s a great treat.
      Don’t recommend yellow.

  • @maryannpenner9286
    @maryannpenner9286 Год назад

    Almost rivalling the snow back at your parents! 🏔 ❄️

  • @americanswan
    @americanswan Год назад

    I subscribe to many sailing channels. ⛵️ I dream of owning a small sailboat one day. Liveaboard. I don't have time to watch much.

  • @bradleylaford1526
    @bradleylaford1526 4 месяца назад

    Is this Boston or Long Island? Halifax or Toronto? West Coast?

  • @SCharlesDennicon
    @SCharlesDennicon Год назад

    Sea + snow = does not compute.

  • @FrankMackey-nu6bz
    @FrankMackey-nu6bz 3 месяца назад

    I'm going to invent a coffee press that doesn't leave " floaties " in the pour ...not that we even pay attention to them anymore..still...the floaty free coffee press. Any takers.

  • @gregorydamario7977
    @gregorydamario7977 Год назад

    Hose water. I had a potable water white hose for my boat drinkage. However, I also purchased a Home Depot single canister water filter that attached to my hose then filtered the dock water and subsequently squirted it into my water jugs and on board water tank so that it was clean and tasted good. Let me explain how potable water works. In Florida, my state, Counties have potable water pumping systems that supplies water to the municipalities who in turn supply it to private entities such as marinas. In a perfect world, the water is pristine. Not. Have you ever unscrewed the filter on your bathroom sink and observed the black scummy crud that has accumulated there? Even if you have removed the filters from your faucets, which you SHOULD, when you run your drinking water, if you swirl your finger around the faucet opening, you will dislodge black crud. Lots of systems, not flushed and cleaned properly. SO, do not squirt marina water directly into your jugs or tanks without yourself first putting it through a filter in which you have confidence. The water is probably better than perfect when it leaves the pumping station, but it travels through lines that might or might not be properly flushed or cleaned before it gets to you. Filter your own water.

  • @garylouderback4338
    @garylouderback4338 Месяц назад

    I dont see why you don't use the snow as water source your on an ocean and sailboat to sail to warmer climates

  • @hotmalm
    @hotmalm Год назад

    😌👌

  • @Hammydavis
    @Hammydavis 27 дней назад +4

    If you’re not moving in your roof can support the snow leave. It is a good insulator. But if you’re getting move the snow, I’ll get a broom not a shovel unless it’s so thick and make sure it’s a plastic shovel

  • @je7887
    @je7887 Год назад +2

    No brush to take the snow off the boat?

  • @bigdaddy-fk5bi
    @bigdaddy-fk5bi 4 месяца назад +13

    my life has been filled with loud noise and stress. marines, police officer, business owner, just go go go loud loud loud. i love these moments now. people dont know what being out in this by yourself or someone that also understands can do for your mind heart and soul. the best is silent, falling snow.

  • @soving
    @soving Год назад +25

    Love the filming here. Timelapse from the dock with the neighboring boats Christmas lights was awesome. Music choice...ok.. just awesome everything. Thanks for making these.

  • @olumjumi
    @olumjumi Год назад +7

    Morning Jillian. I’ve always used a plastic dustpan from the dollar store. Won’t scratch the gel coat.

  • @scable-eq7bp
    @scable-eq7bp Год назад +41

    She is absolutely amazing with a camera and the editing is solid gold. Gillian,maybe it's time to spend the winter months in Florida. You already know that you and Jonas are very welcomed at our condo in Key Largo, Florida. For me. this is one of her best videos, great content......

  • @jamesstuart3346
    @jamesstuart3346 7 месяцев назад +2

    I did this for 10 years. You are absolutely nuts not to build a cover for your boat. Snow and ice will wreck your gelcoat and your deck and leak inside. Plus the decks will be dangerous. You can build a tent with poly and 1X3s for about $300 and you can re-use the wood year after year. It took me 1 day to put it up and take it down

  • @MikeSantis
    @MikeSantis Год назад +2

    Next time, don't remove the snow. Use it as insulation.

  • @vinceglauser4770
    @vinceglauser4770 Год назад +2

    Where are you?

  • @Kathleensailorgirl
    @Kathleensailorgirl Год назад +10

    Jillian, this video was one of your best 👍 you are living your dream in spite of the storms
    I pray that you stay safe and warm 🙏💕💕⛵️⛵️⛵️

  • @shawnahansen8597
    @shawnahansen8597 Год назад +8

    I'm impressed the marina keeps the water on over the winter. Our marina shuts off the water until spring and we need to carry in when we stay on the boat. But we don't have live aboards at our marina (part of yacht club) so that's probably the difference! Wonderful video and hopefully the snow/weather is done for the year but who knows! I haven't seen snow like this in years!!!

  • @OleensEmbroidery
    @OleensEmbroidery Год назад +5

    Better than TV! RUclips premium is worth every nickel. To be able to watch this beautifully put together video without interruptions.

  • @howardbeer5214
    @howardbeer5214 Год назад +1

    Leave the snow as it will insulate the boat and keep the heat in . Just saying

  • @dadejazzba402
    @dadejazzba402 Год назад +7

    ...heard a series of storms are coming ... maybe buy a plastic shovel.🌨🌨🌨🌩🌨

    • @lancemichael7566
      @lancemichael7566 Год назад

      A broom would also work well for the cabin top and deck.

    • @Me-fm9zk
      @Me-fm9zk Год назад

      Post your own video with a plastic shovel

    • @dadejazzba402
      @dadejazzba402 Год назад

      @@Me-fm9zk lib...lol

    • @ronnielittlerock7208
      @ronnielittlerock7208 Год назад +2

      Honestly, the plastic shovel was just good advice, but trolls will troll.

  • @monacurkovic9420
    @monacurkovic9420 Год назад +23

    This video was like a meditation. Calm and friendly. So beautifully done.

  • @shawnahansen8597
    @shawnahansen8597 Год назад +8

    Have you thought of making a sunbrella cover for your companionway? We have one that hangs from the top and falls over our dropboard. It is great for extra insulation from the drafts but also protects the dropboard from sun damage. It also helps keep some of the rain out. Not perfect but we find it useful, especially at night to keep the draft out! Pretty easy to make except for the snaps - we had to screw some into the fibreglass cover too but worked out in the end!

  • @boathousejoed1126
    @boathousejoed1126 Год назад +3

    We have fancy things here in New England,we call them gloves and mittens!

  • @graphicventures
    @graphicventures Месяц назад +2

    Love the strings [background music] - and the weather. Out here in Dubai its a furnace!! Cheers!

  • @leaveonlywake
    @leaveonlywake Год назад +25

    If it stays cold enough to keep it, just dig out right at the portlights to let some light in, otherwise leave the snow on deck as an insulating layer - think of it as a floating igloo. :) Nicely done video, great audio!!!

    • @mvlas4385
      @mvlas4385 Год назад +2

      Was also the first thing on my mind

    • @Mahalo_83
      @Mahalo_83 Год назад +8

      Snow is heavy and will put the boat under abnormal stresses

    • @boomerangfishact6754
      @boomerangfishact6754 Год назад

      @@Mahalo_83 Not really. The load is very evenly spread out, and the boat is a very robust construction.

  • @humblegeorge
    @humblegeorge Год назад +9

    Thank you for thinking to provide us with views we would most likely never see. Cheers again.

  • @danielclint1033
    @danielclint1033 Год назад +1

    You need a child’s small plastic snow shovel and a broom move that snow off deck, just a suggestion. I have been there and done that.

  • @bowmanlegacies
    @bowmanlegacies Год назад +3

    How is condensation inside the cabin during this time and how do you heat the cabin? Sooo many questions!

  • @livingsimplytosimplylive6817
    @livingsimplytosimplylive6817 Год назад +7

    There is so much at this point in the video 10:20 that I love and I can’t wait to see the rest of it but I had to stop and tell you at this point you are doing some very very nice camera work and I like your editing. Thank you for the hard work and thank you for bringing us along. Now back to your video.

  • @hsserry5289
    @hsserry5289 Год назад +1

    You need to sail this boat south. Say 2-3000 miles to the Caribbean or south seas!😂😂😂

  • @gregbowl2426
    @gregbowl2426 4 месяца назад +1

    Didn't watch, couldn't get past the clickbait shot of smiling cleavage hair and light.
    Didn't intend to watch, just wanted to dump on the clickbait.

  • @jamescrego5904
    @jamescrego5904 6 месяцев назад +1

    Just a suggestion, keep your water hose below somewhere in your cabin.I ⛵️🇺🇲

  • @Tom-gs7yk
    @Tom-gs7yk Год назад +1

    Your joking right?
    So there’s thousands of these videos and some of these comments are falling over themselves saying how great it is. Psssssh,
    Not seeing anything special here. Cudos to her and her boyfriend who’s behind all the real work lol.

  • @4Him4u2
    @4Him4u2 25 дней назад +1

    Ads: multimillionaire politicians asking me for money - step off!!

  • @raymondnybakk1311
    @raymondnybakk1311 7 месяцев назад +1

    You need to get a plastic shovel, the aluminum one, destroys the gel coat. This is hard to watch, you obviously don’t know how to take care of a boat.

  • @dannotte7289
    @dannotte7289 Месяц назад +2

    Invest in a new man😢

  • @Ric613-u1c
    @Ric613-u1c Месяц назад +2

    I was a live aboard for 10 years in Seattle. I know the good weather and the bad. It is all just part of the lifestyle. I loved every moment and wish I was still there but life interfered. I was on a 33.5 foot sailboat with wife a two kids and a cat. We all fit just fine 😃

  • @georgehorning7027
    @georgehorning7027 2 месяца назад +5

    A masterpiece of audio visual tranquility.

    • @chevy4x466
      @chevy4x466 21 день назад

      I don’t boat videos need music

  • @peterbee88
    @peterbee88 11 месяцев назад +1

    Cant say I fancy that too much.
    To be honest, I think id have planned to sail somewhere warmer for the winter months.

  • @RikThomas
    @RikThomas Год назад +6

    Incredible work. I love the phrase enjoying the calm after the storm. Thank you for sharing your private time and life on the boat!

  • @belajarus
    @belajarus Год назад +1

    Anyone is welcome to answer this question.
    Does the marina not freeze? All marinas in my area, NH and ME haul out and freeze over during winter.

  • @MikeHannon-jp6po
    @MikeHannon-jp6po Год назад +1

    Make sure you keep a little air going through due to Carbon Monoxide....

  • @Mondaynever
    @Mondaynever Год назад +5

    Absolutely wild. Beautifully filmed. Great story. Can’t wait to follow along!!

  • @astro_jimmy3000
    @astro_jimmy3000 2 месяца назад +2

    Didn't know filling up the water could be so interesting 😂

  • @tanyasoroka3314
    @tanyasoroka3314 Год назад +2

    A broom dust pan makes a great shovel for snow removal on the deck as it doesnt scratch and its easy to maneuver. I was in the same snowstorm in Maple Bay on my livaboard sailboat too. I kept the snow on the decks and cabin top for insulation as well since it was -20 Celsius. Brrr

  • @superformOG
    @superformOG Год назад +2

    standing headroom on a 30 footer!, as a 6"2 guy with a 30 footer im crying over here

  • @pdx_polymath581
    @pdx_polymath581 Год назад +4

    I live aboard a sailboat as well a few hundred miles south in Oregon. We had a week of freezing rain with several inches of ice accumulated. Thankfully I was well prepared as it looks like you were as well. Beautiful video of your local scenery and marina.

  • @Iamgroot9170
    @Iamgroot9170 7 дней назад +2

    So peaceful.

  • @jimf6427
    @jimf6427 8 месяцев назад +1

    Just wondering where on the planet you were during this storm?

  • @acriticalvegan6164
    @acriticalvegan6164 Год назад +2

    I highly recommend a canvas tarp. I use to take my boom off in the winter, and used a couple of 2x4 from the mast to the back stay and a Halyard to hold up the tarp. had a zipper in the side of it next to the cockpit. i also went over the life lines and i put a couple of clear vinyl windows in it. it was great oversized full enclosure.

  • @aquious953
    @aquious953 Год назад +2

    I would do what the city does to avoid frozen pipes on the dock. Cut a 3' piece of that white hose, and attach it to the dock valve and leave it running over into the water. I have a 50' collapsible hose with a shutoff valve. This allows me to store it more easily out of the cold. It would also allow you to fill your water jugs below without having to haul them on deck.

  • @stevethurlow9059
    @stevethurlow9059 Год назад +1

    next project should be is to cut a piece of 3/4 marine plywood in the shape of your hatch boards with a u-shaped cut-out ( squared) for two swinging doors

  • @annwagner5779
    @annwagner5779 3 месяца назад +1

    My bother and his family live in Victoria, so I know this is pretty rare weather there. Glad you got through it so well! Beautiful video. It’s my first look at your channel. Love your work!

  • @Scrambler49
    @Scrambler49 Год назад +1

    i am only guessing that a snow shovel is something that you never planed on needing on your boat

  • @MASTER3RDEYE
    @MASTER3RDEYE 3 месяца назад +1

    I would die for a cup of coffee from a French press but I can’t because of my heart. 😢

    • @mrmaunz42
      @mrmaunz42 3 месяца назад +1

      Theres decaf isnt it?

  • @Velo1010
    @Velo1010 9 месяцев назад +1

    Keep the hose inside your boat during the winter.

  • @ChrisSmith-ek3og
    @ChrisSmith-ek3og Год назад +1

    LOL, dragging the feet through the snow!!! Steel shovel on a boat? ugh. the mistakes go on and on

    • @leedoulman6027
      @leedoulman6027 Месяц назад

      For sure we no but she will learn , think this is fake some how could be wrong

  • @justinbarber4567
    @justinbarber4567 3 месяца назад +1

    Your mooring lines could be tighter.

  • @itsmePassportBro
    @itsmePassportBro Год назад +1

    If you have free electricity at dock. Why don't you heat you cabin to 30degrees to keep snow melting...

  • @remibelanger784
    @remibelanger784 Год назад +2

    May be next winter, you will go to a warmer place than vancouver.

  • @stevethurlow9059
    @stevethurlow9059 Год назад +2

    also good bungee cords will help with the tarp

    • @worldweary1913
      @worldweary1913 Год назад

      Absolutely, black rubber trucker types with the metal ends. Pinch off the ends with vice grips where they go through the rubber eyelet, keeps them from slipping out when under load.

  • @sailingEV888
    @sailingEV888 Год назад +2

    I lived on a Sceptre 36 in Toronto during the winter for 3 years!! I know the pain and the good parts.. I'm happy to say I'm off the coast of Florida as I write this comment! On my way to the Bahamas. Yes big dreams and hard work are posible!!

  • @DrBLReid
    @DrBLReid Месяц назад +2

    Just a wee bit of snow!

  • @annhysell6064
    @annhysell6064 Год назад +2

    Sorry all, I have to say sticking it out in winter on a boat brings out our best self. Way to go! Hopefully most people have had to struggle a bit..glad you are at a dock & have the luxury of electricity, therefore heat in the cabin. (I'm assuming your marina has showers & head during winter) Your videos are great! Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @jameshasenfus3412
    @jameshasenfus3412 Год назад +3

    You're making me miss my single-handed adventures on my Catalina 30. 🙂

  • @Aptius
    @Aptius Год назад +3

    Beautifully shot. I've done van life (as a climber), but even as an ex-sailor I've always wanted to do the liveaboard thing, but never have. You look to be making the most of it - congrats!

  • @skipperrichman4278
    @skipperrichman4278 Год назад +1

    FYI: if you put felt on the door grooves where you slide your panels in like weather striping it will help to insolate your cabin. Maybe a summer project.

  • @smokingkippers1173
    @smokingkippers1173 Год назад +1

    I'm in the cold at the moment so I would've left the snow for insulation. Oh, and laziness, mustn't forget my laziness.
    Great camerawork, chilled music, A+.

  • @colinhogan5469
    @colinhogan5469 Год назад +1

    I've found with my boat that the snow on deck helps to keep the heat in. Does your boat have a diesel or wood stove?
    Love your videos and editing. Thanks for sharing with us.

  • @mynameisray
    @mynameisray Месяц назад

    Alone... In a secure slip.. Gated off.. With security cameras and guards.. But.. Alone... RIGHT...

  • @montanafreeman1895
    @montanafreeman1895 Год назад +1

    I sweep the snow off with a plastic broom. It’s easy when it’s fresh snow. I’m packing my water to. My pipes froze and broke.

  • @CloudSpirals
    @CloudSpirals Год назад +2

    WoW, what amazing footage.
    Great presentation. You're awesome 🙏

  • @NellSaintJohn
    @NellSaintJohn Год назад +1

    Hello Blue Moon from rainy Portland, Oregon! I live on a Buccaneer 250 sailboat and really enjoy your channel 💕

  • @MFuzz
    @MFuzz Год назад +1

    Gillian, I loved your video. The photography was excellent. I would love to visit that location one day, if I knew where it is located. The sunsets are killers. Might I strongly suggest that if you are going to be outside during/after a snowstorm, you try wearing gloves. Amazing how they keep your hands warm. If its snow, you can bet is is at or below freezing. A basic camping survival skill of keeping your tarp cover tight will help with the flapping noise and help prevent the tarp from tearing in the wind. And I do agree with the other poster about leaving the snow as a thermal shield against the colder temperatures. Great idea. I wish you a warm winter at your mooring and cant wait to see your next video. Good luck and stay safe.

  • @veemann3158
    @veemann3158 7 месяцев назад +2

    This is why sailors, like birds, fly south for the winter!

  • @greglewis2090
    @greglewis2090 Год назад

    If you were in St Claire Shores , Michigan you could find a slip with a metal roof.
    You would like the rain dropping on a metal roof, just lower the mask for the winter.
    Member United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.

  • @wilfredzielinski5685
    @wilfredzielinski5685 3 месяца назад +1

    hi just seen your video 1st time its great thank you

  • @vincent7520
    @vincent7520 Год назад

    Keep a good ventilation even if cold seeps in ! … carbon dioxyde builds up very fast in such a small volume. People would died in their moored boats are not uncommon.
    Great video BTW.
    Thanx for posting.🙂

  • @MrRedeoarknot
    @MrRedeoarknot Год назад +1

    No way I could live in that crap on a boat. Don't even like it when living in a house. I am in Florida in a boat and some nights is gets to cold here.