Camping Florida’s Most Isolated & Forgotten Coast on a 40 Foot Boat

[@olddiver]

Once again you have clearly defined what the “ best Florida fishing/diving channel “ looks like. But more than that, it’s your wonderfully real interaction with each other in gorgeous places that being peace and escape to so many devoted fans. I happily discovered this latest video last night and while watching… my wife, then my kids and then my grandson joined me and moved it so much, we watched your 2022 holiday summary again. In the years since you have started up your channel I have never missed one and none have been less than excellent. You always take me home to the paradise I grew up in. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Clay and Stephanie. You are Florida’s best ambassadors. 👍

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Lance, you’re the best!

[@canucklehead0]

Hope you have fun on your groovy little vacation, I love the tent set-up on the boat, very trick, I might have to try that with my little tinny one of these days. Really connected with your message at the end and wiser people than I am have also said that it's very hard to make memories while lounging in a recliner, it seems funny to say this to people but sometimes you just have to get outside and breath the air, clear your mind of all the chaos life swamps us with and pretty soon you'll feel better and maybe go camping or fishing, whatever your inspiration leads you to do!! I do need to mention how ridiculously stunning some of those shots were, no horizon, the fog,...all of it was amazing!! What a great start to 2023's adventures, and as always thank-you for taking us along with you!! My AVAIL Fleece lined Hoodie has been working really well during our ice fishing exploits, cannot say enough good things about it, everyone needs one of these in their wardrobe arsenal!! Take care - Dave

[@LifeByTheBow]

Love hearing it Dave! You always have the best input! Thanks so much for tuning in another week here! 💪🏼

[@kokeshidolls5631]

I'm back watching your videos after a short break away. You guys look great and congrats on the boat. My husband and I are fishing down here in Key West for the past couple months. So beautiful here and lots of great fishing. We don't have a boat, but the mutton snapper, mangrove snapper, permit and grouper are here and fun to catch. We are having a great fishing season. Hard work, but so much fun. Fishing is fishing and if we catch nothing there is a bar to rest up and share stories of the one that got away. Wishing you both and all the viewers all the best for 2023.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much and welcome back! Glad to hear you guys are getting into the fish!

[@moonpiespotlight4759]

I think you got what you came for - beautiful scenery, tranquility and time together. The fishing is a bonus.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Sure dude thanks so much for watching!

[@BrittneyJon]

Always know it's going to be a beautiful video whenever you post but this one was exceptional!! This is the way life should be lived and grateful you both take the time to share it with us ♥ And glad you brought food this time!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Brittney!

[@danielmcginnis6630]

You guys are living the dream. Nothing but good vibes watching your videos. Definitely wish I could afford the life experience 😂 the struggles real. Stay safe out there guys.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Appreciate you watching Daniel!

[@MesillasOutdoors]

I've watched about 30-40 of your videos. And this is the first comment I leave. 😅 absolutely the my top 3 outdoors channels on YT.. the production of your content is just exquisite 💎 b-roll is on another level. Shows how dedicated you guys are on providing the best possible content. Its addicting to watch to say the least.. congrats and thank you for sharing such exciting content! -Steven

[@LifeByTheBow]

That is awesome to hear, thanks so much!

[@MesillasOutdoors]

@text-3264 scam?

[@timothyperkins5249]

I love that u can just set up anywhere off an island for the night. Amazing freedom you two enjoy, squeeze every moment to the fullest!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Timothy!

[@eddyballester8990]

What a beautiful show! Thanks Clay & Steph. Nice Cobia etc. Stunning scenery, thanks for sharing with us. Looking forward to viewing your next show

[@LifeByTheBow]

Our pleasure!

[@ElizabethJustiss]

You two are living my dream! When you pointed back at the boat and said, “that was where you were camping”, my mind was blown!! Have fun, fish on ❤

[@LifeByTheBow]

It's always an adventure on life by the bow. We're very blessed. Thank you for watching.

[@jimlimberakis8115]

Great video. We used to come down to Chokoloskee every winter and fish the back country there. Some days we would just anchor near one of the islands and spend the day. Amazing to watch the variety of life out there while never seeing another person.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Love it! The wildlife is the biggest pluss

[@rickysiebert9618]

Living on the west coast of Florida, island hopping and exploring is exactly why I want a boat. Great video as usual!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Ricky!

[@Strohaus]

Fun camping adventure! Looks like the new boat is fantastic & serving you all well! Thanks for filming the camping trip!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching!

[@12gerbear]

My buddy and I first started going there in the late 80s. We first stayed at the Rod and Gun club in Everglades City and rented a pontoon boat out of Port of the Islands and loved it so much we started going there multiple times a year and camping and fishing inside and outside the the park. Commonly called the 10,000 islands because of the thousands of mangrove islands. Even if we didn't catch anything we didn't care because it was so islotated and beautiful. It truly is one of the most unique fishing spots in the world because without ever getting out of your boat, if you have a gheenue like we had or a flats boat, you could start in the morning in the backcountry rivers fishing for fresh water bass and slowly move out towards the gulf catcatching Redfish, Snapper, Grouper, Trout, countles fish and end up in the gulf catching 30lb Cobia. A little bit to make one jealous. We we started we paid $4.00/lb for Stone Crab.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Agreed! Thanks so much for watching!

[@slipperybeastaviationfishingsh]

Great video guys we really enjoyed this video fully. Keep up the great works

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks my friend!

[@sweenbean88]

That fog was up in the panhandle a few weeks ago and it would linger ALL day. Y’all get some awesome footage. Regular tv isn’t even entertaining anymore because of your channel and others alike. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much my friend really appreciate those kind words

[@parfaithugues7459]

Awesome video. Capt Clay & Stephanie keep up. So proud of you all

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!!

[@chadsutphen9401]

Love the exploration videos. Give me some longer videos with quiet time added on….the real beauty. Great job.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks, will do!

[@biffjohnson2076]

Fantastic video, guys! I always appreciate your amazing footage!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks So much Biff!

[@ChasinReef]

Wao guys another great video 💪. Camping in the boat is the best experience ever. We do a lot of camping in our 30 ft boat during this season we prefer this weather for camp. Keep up the great work guys. Hope to meet you guys soon ⚓️

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much appreciate you watching, definitely want to do more about camping

[@IsaiahWG24]

I love this episode guys! And the authenticity too. Keep them coming 😊

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Will!

[@danielfrench3138]

Great video guy's love watching you two. Your very informative and tho I can't do what you guys do I sure injoy watching, thank you 😊

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching! Appreciate the kind words!

[@tzw5116]

Amazing. You guys pump out with great content every week. Thank you

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@SeabassAdventures]

Wow i had no idea a place like this even existed in Florida! That looks like a super fun camping trip. Awesome video!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching Sebastian!

[@Will-sr5ph]

Ya great video he is right about fog I’m a young one with 16 foot boat and I was running inshore but u could literally not see ten feet

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for the input will appreciate you watching!

[@graniteman1408]

Awesome video!!! We have a 21ft boat but that really makes me want to camp in the near future with the family!

[@LifeByTheBow]

You can do it! Anchor the boat off the beach

[@jamesgaffney7591]

Man that’s a lot of boat to go skinny on ! Glad you all made it safe. And returned with the same prop Agree. Best kept secret in Florida is right there

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jayjayhepburn3482]

I love you guys... Doing everything as a couple. I really enjoy when you guys do videos in the Bahamas because that's my home... love you guys...

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! We love you too!

[@ZuluBlackout]

Amazing! We just acquired a 17.7 and expect to do adventures like this but not to the extent. This is amazing and what I strive for!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Congrats! Good luck!

[@DenverPropertyFlip]

I just bought my second Avail hat (black dorado this time). These hats are legit. High quality material and fit perfectly. Thanks for making these!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Love hearing it thanks so much for the positive feedback!

[@armando2591]

In love with that awesome trip, I just added to my bucket list.

[@LifeByTheBow]

You should! Thanks for watching!

[@LJ-jq8og]

Would LOVE to see you do a series of videos on popular topics: 101 Small Boat Ownership and Maintenance; 101 Boating Skills for Florida Adventure and Fun; 101 Boating Cool Gadgets (NAV, FLIR) and Toys (DPVs, etc) for the Small Boater. You could number them so we can not miss a show. IMO views would kick ass, you could update them every year, get a ton of free toys given to you, and make more money ❗😉

[@LifeByTheBow]

Screenshotting this now, thanks for the tips!

[@pechesansfrontiere5917]

It was just amazing. Thank you so much. You are truly inspiring 😉🎣😎

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@todcox9537]

What an awesome trip!!! Starting the new year off right!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@georgek1954]

incredible video, beautiful production, another level guys, thank you!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Much appreciated!

[@chrissherman4357]

Awesome video once again!!! As a native Floridian I love watching your videos since I live in the Carolina’s. Look at the part of the video where you caught a jack and it looked like you had a shark following it!! That would have been a sick catch. Keep the great content coming.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for sharing the feedback! Glad you enjoyed it 💪🏼 that was actually a Goliath grouper!

[@GrzegorzDurda]

When roughing it as you guys are i highly recommend having normal utensils and shatter proof plates. Less waste and eating will feel like a morale boost. Sea water rinses well with no detergent needed. Just wipe n go.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@szottm59dodge]

Great vid as always. We are based in Key Largo on Adams cut. Been looking for beaches & now we might give Middle Cape a shot. Appreciate the education. Fish on!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much really appreciate your support!

[@gregeconomeier1476]

This video included some really good drone scenes. Good Job.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Greg glad you enjoyed it

[@JonDunnmusician]

The trip was a huge success what a memory!

[@JonDunnmusician]

Remember too, many boaters forget: what if there was a boat issue, mechanical problem or heavy weather issue? Just being out there coming home Safe and etching those unique memories. Ps- you made a great point about stretching comfort levels, and appreciating the things that we have when we get back home. Have a nice summer.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@PJP320]

You guys are the only channel I have ever subscribed to. Just awesome content! You are just real and have a great time doing what you do. I hope you make your way down to Dry Tortuga's for opening grouper season weekend. I will be on detail down there opening weekend and hope to see you there.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much my friend! We have plans don’t know if we will be able to make it until a little later though.

[@louielouie4187]

Great video Jeanie and I love them, we even found her a hat like Stephanie's Good job...😊

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you guys for watching!

[@aaronprice6716]

great post, it brings back my younger days on the southwest coast for 43 years

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Aaron!

[@jorgeofc]

That AVAIL logo on the side of the boat looks GREAT! Pretty boat, guys!!! Awesome video as always. Keep it up!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Tdeegs]

You two are amazing. So positive. Life is good, thanks for the reminder to be thankful and that the cup is always half full 👊☀️🤙

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@martinquintana5837]

Just an epic video of your adventure on your new boat and your delicious dinner made my mouth water lol. Thank you for sharing your adventures anyways stay safe out there and have a blessed day. Aloha from Kansas

[@martinquintana5837]

Sometimes you don't catch the fish you want but the main thing is you all spent some quality time together and making memories.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@saenole66]

Tent camped many times on middle Cape. Big fun! Caught snook and trout off the beach and made great fish chowder for dinner. Always a winter trip to minimize bugs. Didn’t know you still had a big Contender. Beautiful boat.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much for watching Lee! We have plans of going back with the smaller boat and actually staying on the beach.

[@saenole66]

@@LifeByTheBow You will enjoy that. Stick to the cool months and bring your repellant. The point of land at middle cape is a good fishing and camping spot.

[@Blakeneal407]

Great video I think production goes up every time I also remember it being real fun going through tavenier creek by the mouth on the gulf side all the tight turns makes it pretty fun, also really like these camping videos, maybe make a spray hood for the boat for camping? And the avail logo looks good on the boat

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Blake really appreciate the input

[@anthonyraspantini6675]

This probably was one of the best trip that you guys took I really enjoyed this one God bless you just keep going

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much

[@saidabdin7537]

Thanks for all

[@Boros.Levente]

You're such am inspiration to watch and start my Tuesday morning with a positive vibe.... Love you guys , cant wait to meet you in person one day!!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Yay! Thank you!

[@jimmclaughlin5930]

Fantastic Video I really enjoyed watching Thank you! Cant wait to be back down to Punta Gorda in april for some fishing on Charlotte harbor.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@ruthlong6876]

Such a fun video guys, as always can't wait for the next video thanks for sharing, bye 👍🙏❤️😎

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@YLB-FISHING]

Great job guys🙌 this is fishing some days are just slow but you definitely made the best out of the trip 🤘

[@LifeByTheBow]

You got that right! Thanks for watching!

[@YLB-FISHING]

@@LifeByTheBow Best show in town🙌 keep up the amazing job guys

[@coltg3117]

What a great video. So much fun and love arching y’all’s Chanel grow!!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!!

[@thomaschandler4831]

What a great fishing and camping trip on a spectacular boat 🏆🇺🇸👍👍

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@waltfeimer1378]

great composition on the shots at the end! Great video, loved it

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much!

[@isaa__aurora]

That’s awesome , hope to see you guys at the boat show 💕💕💕

[@LifeByTheBow]

We will be there! Thanks for watching.

[@marcq9123]

Hi guys. I missed the boat show. I had to work. Love the boat. Great choice. Can’t wait to go it to the keys and hopefully watch you guys boating

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! But the boat show is this weekend!

[@miamifishingpipo]

Great video, great boat and the best company. My son and I just can’t wait for our boat to be finish. I see that on your new rig you changed to Yamaha 😋. That’s the same way ours is coming. We both think that the 39 ST is a great boat for hardcore fishing and family trips. Best wishes for the new year.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! Hoping you guys have a speedy delivery.

[@miamifishingpipo]

Me too. I missed you and Stephanie last weekend in isla morada. But my son Danny sent me a picture of both of you with him and his wife. Another time will be. All I know is that I love your videos, Stephanie’s cooking recipes and the new boat we are getting. I am trying to compete with my little channel 😂😂lmao. You are a pro Clay. Keep it up

[@moca4697]

Love watching such a great couple make great videos and remind me that my backyard is beautiful as I live in Central Florida. I do have to ask, when you caught that last jack fish and your showing the aerial view, was that a shark that popped up chasing after it when you saw the flash?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! That was actually a Goliath grouper

[@moca4697]

@LifeByTheBow holy cow that thing really was a Goliath!! Thank you for the response 😁

[@jamesharper9992]

I love that you guys are returning all those fish back to the ocean but I wonder if all the other boats are doing the same thing those are big fish in my area of the woods here in Hawaii on the garden island of Kauai good videos 😅

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching James and good question!

[@juliafiore120]

What a fun few days camping. Looked amazing.

[@LifeByTheBow]

It was! Thanks for watching!

[@customcuts1]

Paradise! Thanks for making the videos. It makes me wanna get out of landlocked Oklahoma!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Go do it. Thanks for watching.

[@robsimons1609]

another great video,thanks guys.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thomascrosby6105]

Smart to sleep on the boat., Mosquitos. spent time there in the 80 s.. nice to see its still pristene even after a few cat 4 s that rolled thru. keep an eye on the oyster bars, if they are still there

[@LifeByTheBow]

It sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@n8buxton]

Take this for what it’s worth: I’ve been a hardcore KZbin user for over a decade and I have YET to subscribe to any channel. Not really sure why, now that I think of it. But… Y’all’s production value, easy going personalities, and delivery of experience has compelled me to hit that subscribe button and ring that bell! Please keep blessing us with this beautiful content, and we’ll keep returning the favor! #FairWinds

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Nate!

[@bhig959]

New subscriber! Love the new boat, will definitely check out the gear when I get my new wardrobe for the winter home! 🇨🇦

[@LifeByTheBow]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bradleydodrill4820]

You guys make some awesome videos! Clay reminds me of Brandon Palaniuk, same voice and laid back personality too. Keep up the good shows- my family and I enjoy them.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@TheFloresDermatology]

Great video. It seemed like you guys didn't boat camp off the beach but tucked away in the mangroves. Where did you end up anchoring for the night? Im boat campaing outside middle cape soon but wasn't sure where to tuck into if weather is not great to anchor off main beach.

[@rthomas2241]

Looks really nice out there. It is a great place my parents lived in Naples and I really enjoyed visiting. Enjoy guys!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching!

[@florianhoflehner2877]

Thats just beautiful! Thank you so much for this video. Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@80884bpresley]

Awesome video guys!!!! That boat is so nice!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you watching!

[@harveybrown1320]

My wife and I cant make it out there yet, that said, wow did you two take us out there on screen. Thank you, cant say that enough.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you guys for watching Harvey!

[@williamfoster3180]

Awesome video another beautiful location, keep them coming🤙🏻

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks! Will do!

[@5actuallycharlie]

What a awesome crew and life! Enjoy.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@MarcusAurelius33036]

Another fun video! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Moneylol]

Great video! Crazy to think we were playing paintball as kids over a decade ago and now you're killing on youtube and the open sea !

[@dertythegrower]

Homestead paintball? I played a lot over in SW miami farm areas, west of Krome near 288. Still open?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Love the fact that you’re still here watching thanks so much my friend!

[@Moneylol]

@@dertythegrower We used to play at what was called "Big shots Paintball" it was an indoor field it was down in Cutler bay on Quail roost drive.

[@Jcauto-t4r]

I feel very lucky for being a fan of this channel and Key West waterman as well, you guys make my day. Thanks ! y gracias a la Cubanita.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrCherrybottom]

You said fleece underneath for warmth. You should look into skin tight Merino wool 1st layers. We use them up here in the winters of Utah in the Snow. One layer would be great down there. If you get wet you won't feel it. They breath awesome and you are not bulking like fleece.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for the tip! We love out performance hoodies though 🙌🏼

[@MrCherrybottom]

@@LifeByTheBow I love them too. I was refering to the base layer you said you were wearing under them.

[@bnato8209]

Great Video! We were out on the west coast of florida and noticed 2 manatee swimming by our boat and a huge cobia was swimming with them. The cobia kept circling the boat and we tried to catch it but it wasn't interested in our bait. It had to be 50 lbs or larger. I thought it was a large nurse shark at first. lol

[@LifeByTheBow]

Wow thanks awesome!

[@ericdavi1231]

You’re getting close to my neck of the woods! I fish 50 and 60 miles out of Fort Myers. Ian covered up a lot of my spots though, and one of my wrecks is completely gone!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Love that area! Thanks for watching🙏🏼

[@adamboozer5215]

Love your videos from both a production standpoint and the content you share! One minor feedback I wanted to offer is to please think about not using plastic water bottles like you guys had at lunch on the beach, or plastic plates / forks for dinner. Make a cool branded bottle with your company instead and bring some camping utensils.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks for the tips! We will take this into consideration!

[@marklowe6488]

Absolutely awesome video man. 👌🤛

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks a ton!

[@jameschipacker360]

The shot at 24:00 is epic! Thanks guys!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!

[@franiannarone8196]

Great idea with the tent, some place I'm sure you'll be back 😀

[@LifeByTheBow]

That's the plan!

[@roberttorres6689]

Thank you for all the great videos and for what you do down there to conserves for the future

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you like them! Our pleasure!

[@2BearsOutdoors]

Great video guys as always. Love it.. Blessing to ya.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you! You too!

[@2BearsOutdoors]

@@LifeByTheBow ❤️❤️

[@carrielynnmarieacevedo]

WOW the water and the sky connected!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Unreal!! Thanks for watching!

[@MoviesSam]

Another awesome video guys. We are heading to Islamorada in May, renting a boat, and love to find something like this closer to our location.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Sam! Safe travels down!

[@keiths.6251]

It's always just fun to go for a little adventure and having fun.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much Keith

[@lockhartmatthew]

That's awesome! I'm on the SW coast of Florida. Probably an equal distance from the glades. I've been wanting to do this for a while!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Very cool do it!

[@dannyd-rockmahaffey3087]

Beautiful video , awesome boat, nice fish catches........great job guys

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Jaang29]

@ 8:266, beautiful shot with the fish, congrats sir ! Hola desde Miami, FL

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!

[@ChasinTail69]

That’s awesome! I sure miss doing all that. Stay Blessed!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Ricky appreciate you watching!

[@SepticSystem]

awesome! Was right next door to you guys two weeks ago my son and I saw you cruise by with film crew! Love name on side of boat! Thank for video.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Nice! We’re you the ones that were camping in the point?

[@SepticSystem]

@@LifeByTheBow no by your home. Jan 1-8th. We go every year lol. Ive actually been to your dock.

[@SepticSystem]

absolutely love the show! My dream is to own down there and own a boat like that. Working every day towards it. Was diving molasses while down there!

[@brodyschreiber7609]

I love this channel I’ve watched for a while and it’s awesome the boats and everything

[@LifeByTheBow]

we appreciate you, thanks Brody!

[@peterm6199]

Love the channel and the vids are on point 👌. Just wondering why you didn’t consider a centre cabin which would give you more protection for the long trips, a place to sleep and still maintain 360 degree fishability? Cheers from Sydney AUS 🍻

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Peter! It’s an expensive upgrade but something we’ve considered.

[@leonardoimprenta625]

Great job ! excellent video and beautiful fishing !, congrats !

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you very much!