Celebrating BIG milestones for the PIVOT crew! Cruising from Reedville to Solomons

[@jurassicporkchop4162]

This Loop journey is just amazing. I can't get enough of it. Thanks for another great video. Stay safe.

[@SchoandJo]

Its pretty cool! Just so many different areas that we would otherwise miss 😁 Thanks for watching!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is SO EXCITING!!! Crazy to think of how far y’all have come since we saw y’all in Crisfield and how many amazing things you have ahead. We are so proud of you! ❤️

[@SchoandJo]

Woot woot woot! Y’all will hopefully see all our progress compared to our short cruise together in the Chesapeake 😁😁 looking forward to it!!

[@andykober2283]

Quite the milestone and no more broken bones. Still enjoying following your journey.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Andy!

[@BobEstler]

Congratulations one traveling further. Your persistence has been rewarded. The great stories in life are not about the destination but rather the journey.

[@SchoandJo]

Totally agree!! 👏👏

[@ldirk58601]

Im so glad you didnt give up. Lots of hurdles you have managed and it's been very enjoyable getting to watch it all. I am also glad I was late to the game because I have been binging and it is making this cold and snowy North Dakota winter fly by! Thank You and Congratulations!

[@johndagle4249]

You guys are fun to watch. I am rooting for you to have a less much stressful passage going forward. I really enjoy your videos. Best of luck and Congratulations for your travels thus far!!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much John!!

[@davidingraham1989]

We are watching you more intently now that we have “A BOAT”!!!!!. Finally. Thanks. D.

[@SchoandJo]

Hey congrats y'all!! 🎉🎉🎉 What'd you end up getting??

[@davidingraham1989]

@@SchoandJo 2000 Sea Ray 380 aft cabin, twin Cats up in Tennessee in fresh water (for a while). EEEEEEK!!!!!!!!

[@SchoandJo]

wooot woot woot, sounds like an awesome boat!!

[@MrPeediff]

Congratulations Jenn and Elliot (and of course Ollie!!!). We have been willing you on the whole way ❤️❤️! We know this is a big challenge both physically and mentally but one you will look back on and smile about with happy memories in years to come. Look at what you’ve both achieved? Sure, the distance you have traveled around the Great Loop is one measure of your progress but as remote observers, we can see huge progress well before this (of course you know this yourselves!). Keep your spirits high and enjoy yourselves. Life’s too short for regrets and “if onlys”. Continue to have fair winds and following seas and know that your well wishers are sending positive thoughts to help you, especially when things are tough. Kindest regards, Pete and Caroline ❤️❤️

[@SchoandJo]

Thank you so much Pete and Caroline! We appreciate the kind comments and support! We've definitely learned a ton so far and are excited to learn even more and explore more of the loop! Cheers

[@gregsullivan8956]

A Toast to all that makes you happy in your travels as well as life. If life gives you lemons just Pivot lol.

[@SchoandJo]

Hahah right on!

[@shanetubre4555]

Loving every minute of it. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on the new milestones!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Shane!

[@billjeffery2419]

CHEERS, NOW YOUR AT THE STARTING POINT OF YOUR GREAT LOOP JOURNY SORT OF.😊

[@SchoandJo]

haha starting point, of continuing, our roundabout loop, from 1 year ago 😂

[@susanbrigham8484]

🥂three cheers! So much to look forward to! Ollie was especially cute and playful in this video 🐶💖.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Susan 🐶🐶🐶 😁 She's a happy pup!

[@denniskittle8751]

Hey guys. Thanks for all your videos. Been following all of them in expectations of starting it myself in 2 years.

[@SchoandJo]

Awesome, it’s going to be a fantastic trip for y’all!

[@masaiwhite5933]

Im proud of you,well done,keep the dream going.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Masai!!

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

Cheers to you all! How exciting to get farther than before…new and exciting things to come I’m sure! It just shows how perseverance, dedication and teamwork win! Oh that ice cream looked really yummy and I can’t forget to mention how cute Ollie was in the video! Continued safe travels!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Suzanne! It is really exciting to make progress!

[@joybeekingston6472]

Congratulations! Wishing you both a happy future filled with amazing adventures!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much 😁😁😁

[@chrism1164]

CONGRATULATIONS! Bless you on your way to new adventures! ❤

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks!

[@amandabortello505]

Well done guys, loving all your video's, I shall raise a glass of Cascade in your honour this evening.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Amanda 😁 Cheers! 🥂

[@karengreen1195]

Congrats on getting past your loop last year. Have you ever thought about posting a video on anchoring. I know you had issues early last year with this. It would be helpful to see what a bridle is, techniques you use etc. Thanks

[@laurawhite8442]

Agreed! Pls do. We are trying to get our technique down and you guys make it look so easy!

[@Vegvisir_Oceanis]

I'll gladly make a video about anchoring, but not until after my haulout and mounting the vindlass again after service

[@SchoandJo]

We definitely will at some point! Thanks Karen 😁

[@SchoandJo]

One day we will! If you have any questions in the meantime we'd be happy to help 😁

[@bobr9689]

This video & future vlogs will be really exciting since my family never went past the Potomac River, going north from Hampton. We did go to Washington DC twice (on 2 different boats, so each trip was different). Amazing how the area has changed in 60 years. Thanks for all the information you pass along, and all the hard work you do.

[@SchoandJo]

Awesome! It'll be new territory for the both of us then 😁 Thanks Bob!

[@eternitysshore]

A very hearty congratulations on moving past the past. I know you are already way north by now but I wish you nothing but the best on your journey ahead!

[@captainrosie6738]

Watching you guys anchor remind me that I purchased two very inexpensive wireless remote controllers(amazon or Walmart) with pre wired pig tailed receivers that I installed on the windlass and the bow thruster, very easy to do so one person can be out on the bow dropping the anchor with the remote. Makes life much easier. I have to admit I have not tried the bowthruster remote except when I tested it.

[@SchoandJo]

Super cool idea! Love all your tips, thank you for sharing 😁

[@TakeATripTogether]

So excited for you guys! You have surpassed your goal so early in the season. So much time left to go around the top of the loop and head back down before winter. Can't wait to see all of the fun, new adventures that await. Thanks for bringing us along on your journey.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much y’all! The next parts of loop will be really fun, new, and challenging. We appreciate y’all watching 😁

[@lovingcars]

Congrats on making it further...👏👏

[@Vegvisir_Oceanis]

I'm celebrating with you from across the pond. Cheers 😎🍺

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks! 🍾🍻

[@johnwootton836]

Congratulations on getting to new waters and blowing by 10K subs!

[@SchoandJo]

Woot woot! Thanks John!

[@jameshamre8778]

Welcome to the neighborhood. Toast to progress!

[@SchoandJo]

🍻🍻🍻

[@christinawalsh7209]

You guys are amazing!

[@pap91rt50]

Nice to see you've gone where you haven't been before...I think that's something from Star Trek... More excitement in store.. Cheers

[@SchoandJo]

Haha nice Larry! Didn't know you were a trekkie 😁 "Where no man has gone before"

[@pap91rt50]

Good morning, I'm not a trekki....just thought it was close. You're excitement is intoxicating!!

[@mikejohnson5067]

Outstanding! Maryland crab cakes! Safe travels.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Make!

[@emilyneal7888]

It feels good to get the win without struggling for it.

[@griddlemethis8804]

You guys rock !🎉

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much!! 🤘

[@DD-xx8wh]

18:43 and here's to you two for taking us along on your great adventure, can't wait to see what's ahead!

[@SchoandJo]

Woot woot! Thanks!!

[@timgreen4137]

Elliott. A brief history lesson about being a Captain. The root word for captain, is capit. Which means head, or chief. Chief means, the person in charge. Hence, whenever either you, or Jen are at the helm, you are the Captain. Because you are in charge. Being a Captain has nothing to do with a certificate. So, don't sell yourself short by saying that you aren't a Captain. The certificate simply shows the rest of the world that you've passed a "competency" test. Keep up the good work.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Tim!

[@buckpowers4837]

Now that we are all starving for ice cream and a warm brownie, I must add at this point rhe are looks in better condition. Toast to all the future experiences you are about to encounter. Glad to see Pivot is in progress mode and thrilled to keep on motoring. Enjoy

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Buck! We are in high spirits and happy to keep traveling the Loop!

[@garycolemanml]

tipping a mug of tea... I am current from your first posting in Canada, to the most recent posts. I did "Pivit back" to your early posts. I'm looking forward to new posts, as I catch up to your voyage to Canada. BTW: my only visit to Lake Erie was early spring of 1981... the lake was a bit stiff. :)- -- Gary 49n12/122w58

[@marksimon8155]

First, cheers! I can feel your sense of satisfaction for something you both worked so hard at. Second, I particularly enjoyed the background music coupled with the subtle video effects and scenery. I am not sure if its my personal experience or if you stepped things up a 'bit. Also I enjoyed the balance of seeing you guys and Ollie, scenery, the boat, dingy ride and being on-shore. I especially enjoyed this video (I counted one)!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Mark - we really appreciate the kind comment! 😁

[@davidscogin6901]

Congrats you two. Awesome documentary. Totally want to do the loop.

[@SchoandJo]

Maybe one day you will!! Thanks for watching 😁

[@haroldconnell2973]

Congratulations

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Harold!

[@DynastyBoating]

Congrats!! 🥂

[@derekstephenson5094]

Cheers 🥂❤️

[@SchoandJo]

🍻

[@larrydicenzo3826]

Congratulations 👏👏👏

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Larry!

[@cortrightwetherill4081]

We are leaving Georgetown SC tomorrow morning heading for Coinjock NC . We are heading for Great Oak Landing. I love your posts.

[@SchoandJo]

Awesome, safe travels!

[@chazcu]

Congratulations!!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Eddie!

[@LadyEdisto]

Congrats.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Virginia!

[@lesterwicklein717]

awsome stuff thanks!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Lester!

[@sledzep01]

congrats!!!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks David!

[@OrioleBeagle]

The Calvert Marine Museum has two live male river otters on exhibit!

[@SchoandJo]

Such a cool museum!

[@OrioleBeagle]

There was a Civil War prisoner of war camp at Point Lookout. Most of the prisoners were Confederate soldiers captured at Gettysburg. (There were also a few locals imprisoned there including a mother and baby who both died in the camp),

[@ericdavis7523]

Cheers to adventures, we too are taking on new territory on our boat and making a short but long for us trip. 1.5 hours at 20 knots

[@SchoandJo]

That’s a solid distance! Hope it goes well 😁

[@ericdavis7523]

@@SchoandJo So our trip did not go so well. We made it about 10 miles out of the harbor when the winds turned and we took a wave over the bow. Did a follow up check on the weather and the storm that was supposed to hit Sunday, we left Friday, was coming in Saturday now and the took our 0.7 at 2-3 seconds waves and made them 2 at 2-4 seconds. We turned ourselves around real quickly and made the trip back home. All is good with us and the boat but it was not the best ride. This is Lake Michigan by the way. Be prepared when you make this far.

[@silverfox199686]

Hallelujah

[@SchoandJo]

👏👏👏

[@briancarlin1817]

Be sure to see St Michaels, MD a Beautiful quaint Maryland town on the Eastern shore with a Great Nautical Museum. Annapolis (western shore) is a Must, Home of the Naval Academy

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks for the recommendation Brian! Won't miss them!

[@rayvagabond3429]

If you liked Solomans, you really need to stop in St. Michael's. I'm cruising on Friday from my home on the Potomac to Kent island..

[@SchoandJo]

Oh nice! Kent Island is a cool spot too - we're heading to the eastern shore in tomorrows video 😁

[@jonathenbishop1119]

not trying to sound creepy lol but I'm proud of y'all

[@SchoandJo]

Haha that’s not creepy 😁😁 we appreciate the kind words Jonathen!

[@Jessicabollingercom]

Toast to you!! Don’t see you on Nebo right now!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks!! Our NeboLink has an outdated SIM so the SIM doesn’t Roam. We will turn it on again from our phones soon 😁

[@shark619ify]

damn i live 10 minutes from Solomons across the bridge and about 45 minutes from point lookout. i fish in smith creek off the potomac all the time in my kayak. Solomons pier usually has decent food, used to go for ayce oysters and there is the Tiki bar i spent many of weekend hanging there point lookout has camping and the only boat docking is the camp ground area but pivot probably too big for the shallow water there the place right behind at solomons was another hang out and its been through many changes, it was called capt seaweeds when i first moved here and again spent many of blurry nights there also when i was younger...lol oh yeah and played drums in a band under the Gazeebo one time also and in the restaurant that used to be Catamarans/capt seaweeds and the place beside it also.

[@SchoandJo]

Oh nice! Yea, might be a little too skinny for Pivot - but sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@cproducer]

Double Like!

[@SchoandJo]

😁😁

[@lovingcars]

Wow, a hundred rivers, in South Africa we have like four big rivers...🤣

[@SchoandJo]

I bet your rivers are a bit more treacherous too 😂 But I bet they are beautiful!

[@darrylb4048]

your map is missing the northern parts of the loop, St Lawerence to New Brunswick, PEI, NS, Maine etc. I believe other vlogs stated that was part of it also.

[@SchoandJo]

Those are accessible but not part of the typical route or normal offshoots, like Chattanooga or Nashville 😁

[@jacobalderman105]

👍👍

[@corbinkerr2981]

HI...We were following you on NEBO but don't see you any longer. You must be up in Canada by now?

[@SchoandJo]

We are! Ours has the old SIM so we will be a bit dark until we are back in the USA 😁 cheers!

[@corbinkerr2981]

@@SchoandJo makes sense. I had the opposite challenge. We just started a few weeks ago from Georgian Bay and found that we had the US SIM but support was great and got us the new Canada SIM within a week. I guess your challenge would be “where do they send it?” 😎. Enjoy Canada. We will be leaving the north channel and entering the US next week at some point. Catch us on NEBO, “Donna Lynn”….btw….been watching your videos from the start and they are awesome!!! Not sure how you do it…we have enough challenges getting from one place to the next.

[@SchoandJo]

Haha you get it... that's exactly the challenge "where to send it" Hope you continue to enjoy the loop! Maybe we will catch up to y'all, we just started the Trent Severn a few days a go 😁

[@kurtdavish2681]

Are you going to Mackinac Island? If so what is your time frame?

[@SchoandJo]

We are! They say we can say when we will be some where or where we will be, but not at the same time 😁 so I'd say sometime in the next month!

[@kurtdavish2681]

@@SchoandJo I was hoping to catch you there, maybe buy you guys a drink, ice cream or fudge. We have a place on the mainland near Mackinaw City that has been in my family 80 years. Growing up Mackinac Island was my Disney. My wife and I got engaged there. Lots of history. You guys are going to really like it. Love your videos by the way. Safe travels.

[@deanaschneider476]

If you don't mind me asking what does Elliot do for a living beings he was on a call with a client

[@SchoandJo]

A little bit of Software Consulting to make ends meet 😁 When that's not happening, editing and planning videos alongside Jenn 😁

[@stewturney6553]

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[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Congratulations!!