72hrs aboard an ACTIVE NAVY SHIP

[@Mvander85]

That ship looks really familiar 😉 So excited for this to be going live! Was an absolute pleasure having you onboard. Next time, we will try harder to make you sea sick lol

[@estizzy7000]

😂 I was waiting for something cool to happen because he went to sleep early

[@DownieLive]

Hahaha! Thanks again for having me aboard. You have an incredible job and a fantastic crew! I look forward to sharing episode 2 on KZbin next week. That will show the personal side onboard a little more closely. 😊

[@300spartan2222]

Such a chill officer ^^ I loved to watch you guys doing your job. Greetings from Poland :D

[@rp1645]

YES think I just saw this one in Vancouver main Harbor at the Pier. I was biking Stanley Park ( Dog training) and ran alongside my bike. The vessel was far away, so I could not make out NAME.

[@experimentwithme686]

Thank you for all your service to protect our beautiful country of Canada. If you couldn't tell, I am Canadian.

[@raheemabdul1066]

that captain seems so cool, and the whole crew have the friendly canadian vibe

[@Ariaishurt]

Best skip ive ever had 😁

[@tgdemon228]

@@MotogoatX what a weird comment. I expect that every sailor who was on the NANAIMO for this sail has seen this video. I think it's very likely @jack.. is one of them.

[@christianhansen3292]

Zee in the USA and Zed in Canada and most everywhere else in world.

[@cmconley33]

And the KZbinr has the mandatory Canadian mullet. I swear-only Canadians can pull off a mullet as an adult.

[@Chzydawg]

Yeah, can tell that they're a lot friendlier when they are not on camera. Like a lot of the interaction between crew and officers seem really unnatural, kind of like they're not used to it. Like the Bos'n saluting the captain saying the boat was secured was a pretty awkward exchange.

[@Tanjman_]

It’s actually a smart idea letting you do this video on the RCN’s part. The CAF is at 50% operational readiness right now and need recruits, awesome video!

[@jonny-b4954]

They need recruits and new ships. Plus a few extra so they can deploy more than a few ships at any given time. Their naval air wing is weak too. Only a few choppers and fixed wing. To patrol the waterways of..... Canada.

[@hyperboreanforeskin]

do not join the Canadian military, especially if you are White. they do not care about You or the Country your Ancestors conquered. they are actively giving it away. do not defend this God forsaken government with your life.

[@Favourance]

they currently are making lots of new ships to wipe out the old ones, hopefully this project is a success!

[@jameson1239]

@@Favourancethey won’t be here until 2030

[@Joe3pops]

No new frigates until 2030. Someone stole all 12 main guns off Kingston vessels. And the 6 brand new DeWolfe patrol vessels only have a polar bear gun, can only do 17 knots. And seemingly never go to sea with its Cyclone helicopter. That's very substandard naval defense.

[@glazz211]

Love how the seat is just far enough away to stretch his leg out completely and use it as a foot rest

[@F18YT]

Fun fact: My brother was actually baptized on an RCN vessel, and had his name put on a bell, and that ship still sails to this day.

[@erikk77]

"Take steering away from the bridge and see if they notice" I wish we had that drill when I was aboard ship as an engineer.

[@pilsplease7561]

lol

[@pilsplease7561]

The US navy needs it cause they keep crashing into ships and shit lol.

[@TheAndyLaz]

It was a steering gear breakdown drill, and I hope you did it as an engineer at sea.

[@whyismynamehere]

@@pilsplease7561wait they do? 😂

[@pilsplease7561]

@@whyismynamehere In the last like 10 years we have had a bunch of high profile ship crashes, and sub crashes and tons of damage they need to work it out

[@derriklest2161]

As a US Navy Vet love this its great to see that pretty much the two navys of canada and the usa do the same exercises and have random unannounced drills to.

[@robertshelton9881]

I can't top this story, but close. Years ago I got a similar trip onboard a US Navy ship, the USS Iwo Jima. I was a prof, and the Navy gave us such tours in the hopes we would encourage our students to go into the Navy. Anyway, I met the ship at Norfolk, VA and was assigned a tiny cabin that I later learned was the best on the ship, reserved for the fleet Admiral when he was on board. I usually had dinner with the Captain in his cabin, served by his personal messboy. We embarked out of Norfolk harbor under a beautiful full moon, as I hung out on the bridge, and headed to Parris Island. We had taken on board a company of Marines, who were going to conduct a mock exercise of rescuing an American ambassador in some exotic land. Actually, the highlight of the trip was the Harrier fighter jet that landed on our deck, vertically.

[@titan_o7]

Dude I am completely flabbergasted at the quality of the officer's quarters in the first minute of the video. I'm a submariner in the US Navy, so it's very cool to see the differences in not only countries navies but ships as well. Makes me kinda wish I had gone with a job that gets me out in the open a bit more to see the sights.

[@christophertappero8426]

As a veteran of the United States Navy, you will never forget the experience that you're undertaking. Looking forward to your 2nd installment

[@Chuck59ish]

Better than working in an office, any day. spent 17 years in the Engineers and the RCAF, I'd do it again in a heartbeat. And I shared it on my Facebook page.

[@judit1783]

You are such a risk taker! Love that great crew. Every day the "help people" (fire, police, navy, air, army, neighbors, etc) are called up and they are well trained to save people.

[@arlenesolis024]

I’m American but I thank you for your service. This warms my heart because I had love ones who served in the military (army and navy) and there’s a special place in my heart for them. Thank for sharing your adventures with them. You did an awesome job ❤

[@DarthFurball]

What a cool, calm and professional crew - Canada should be proud! 🍁

[@travishall3666]

Sub lieutenant “ idk how to fix that”😂😂

[@craigcampbell1843]

We didn’t have seatbelts in our beds on my ship. We would just shove the steel toes of our boots under the edges of our mattresses to wedge us against the wall so we wouldn’t get thrown across the room while we slept. It worked… pretty well.

[@tomtilden4611]

Really enjoyed this. What a treat to be brought into the routine and see the fabulous sites. Thank you!

[@M1_159]

14:09 - I love how the Captain of the ship is just standing around smoking a cig when you open the door...& who carved "WTF" right next to the steering knob?!

[@musingwithreba9667]

Wow, you were spoiled getting to sleep in the captain's room! And good for you for not needing the barf bag 👏 It's great to see our sailors at work, something most of us would never even consider. My Uncle was RCN during WWII, he served proudly, and even after retirement, worked at the Naval Club until he had to go to a LTC home. For veterans of course. Thanks for showing this Mike, it was awesome. Can hardly wait for next week 😊

[@Seabus604]

as a proud Canadian this makes me so happy and proud to se are men and women serving our country on the seas ..

[@paulmitchell8797]

Now imagine a world where they had equipment that wasn't a joke.

[@John_Fugazzi]

This was Epic! It had everything from man overboard rescues to washing dishes with great scenery, porpoises and whales included in the journey. I can't imagine needing a seatbelt to go to bed.

[@lynda.grace.14]

A good tip if you ever get three seats to yourself on a flight. Raise the arms, use the middle seatbelt to strap in, and curl up like a shrimp. Snooze through a 10 hours. 💤✈💙

[@louisebrislane6607]

you wouldn't want to be one of those restless sleepers who are always tossing & turning at night!!🤣

[@1603shadow]

Wow that was one of your best videos yet, well done and big thank you to the Canadian Navy for approving Mike Downie to bring us this video.

[@dreamer699]

Seeing this makes me feel a little better about my son enrolling in the navy, I have been so nervous and scared it's nice to see a glimpse of how the next three years will be like for him.

[@barryross8382]

Good on him, He will do you proud.

[@traceyneale5094]

Yeah just wow. Loved this. A little look inside how defence forces are trained for all situations. Cudos to the Canadian navy for letting you film this for the general public. Well filmed Mike Downey 👍

[@habfan3527]

i am 60 years old and i have worked all my life on the stock market (first love i guess), however i joint the navy cadets when i was 13 years old and was in it for 6 years and left as a Chief Petty Officer (CPO). If i could go back to that time, i would definitely joint and your video makes me very nostalgic. Good job.

[@jameslittle4414]

Nice job Mike on showing life onboard a warship. Your video brought back memories from my time in the US Navy many years ago now, though the ships I served on were substantially larger. That did not stop us from 'rocking and rolling' every now and again. Lots of drills, plenty of teamwork, and little privacy. Looking forward to part 2.

[@msam2357]

Brings new meaning to “an Oscar worthy performance”! Well done! 🏆

[@RealJPMcGrath]

Love learning about our neighbors to our North! They seem to be having fun and plenty capable, very happy to see their side of operations and readiness

[@BR-hj9kp]

This was really awesome to see! As a former (Dutch) merchant sailor im really impressed with the professionalism exhibited! Especially launch and recovery of the zodiac whilst the vessel is making way was impressive to see, so many accidents happen every year worldwide and to see the way its done here is quite awesome! Makes me kind of regret not joining the Navy instead of Merchant sailing. Especially on a "smaller" ship like this seems like a really cool job! Wish i saw a video like this 15 years ago, might have been a different carreer for me!

[@christophercheek9776]

I am a veteran of the US Navy and i have to say, i really enjoyed this video, there are a lot of similarities along with some differences as well. Thank you for posting this

[@heathermcdermid3673]

What an absolutely amazing experience, not sure how you got an invite to do such a thing but certainly glad you did. Can't wait for the next episode and thank you for taking us with you.

[@ronsamson537]

I was truly and deeply disappointed that they did not serve Nanaimo Bars in the HMCS Nanaimo's ships mess.

[@DownieLive]

Hahaha.

[@hughledger7835]

They used too. Ships crew got sick of them

[@mississaugaicedogs]

HMCS Nanaimo, the Maritime Coastal Defence Vessel (MCDV), 700-series. One of 12 split between the two fleets. They have a demagnitized hull meant for minesweeping ops (huge military buff and had thought about joining the Navy at one point).

[@elainesandman9874]

Bravo Zulu to incredible CREW thanks for showing us! GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL SAFE! thanks DownieLive love this kind of blog.

[@kencase2179]

Thanks, Mike! This was very cool! Can't wait to come along on your next adventure!

[@DownieLive]

Wow! Thanks so much for the support, Ken! Glad you enjoyed this unique opportunity.

[@45cwilliams45]

10:12 that's a technical term, can confirm. kachunk kachunk is a good noise.

[@ryanzink9]

CO knows what he's doing. Lets his crew find problems, fix them, and determine course of action. They recommend to him and all he asks is "safe to do so?" Reminds me of "Turn the Ship Around!"

[@hybridstoatdragon]

1:06 tidy and multifunctional... just how I love it. I am not much one for rv trips BUT. I am definately all for places that are that clean

[@Dumbrarere]

For those curious about the vessel showcased on this video, MM 702 *HMCS Nanaimo* is a Kingston-class coastal defense vessel. Commissioned in 1997, she is the second ship to bare her name, and carries battle honors won by her predecessor (a Flower-class corvette) during the Battle of the Atlantic (1941-1944) and the Battle of the St. Lawrence (1944) during WW2.

[@oscassey]

The Navy was more considerate of you than the Coast Guard cadets were to Rick Mercer about the man overboard drills.

[@blueman5924]

But Rick is a real card, and crew delt him accordingly.😉

[@jeffpetrie7744]

What are the haircut regs in the Canadian Navy, eh? My USS Kirk (FF 1087) deployed from Long Beach CA to the Persian Gulf. A very memorable experience. You did a fantastic job portraying Navy life on that vessel! It was so generous of them to make you a participant in some of the drills. Thank you, Mike! - From a former surface warfare officer, US Navy 🇨🇦🇺🇸😎

[@aaronwilson9465]

I worked on a cruise ship for a year and distinctly remember drills and firefighter teams (especially when we had an actual fire). It was mad how well coordinated response teams were and I was always so impressed by it!

[@darkslatesky]

This is awesome showing sow Canadian navy protect our water!!!

[@that_flight_guy]

Lol, I love that as an American, the first thing I thought and I am not joking is, "Awwwww, that boat is so small and cute!" I literally uttered those words...

[@theonemoody3425]

The ship from my home town Nanaimo! Glad to see that you boarded it and were able to soak into the Navy ! Hope to see you on other vessels in the future hopefully!

[@mykindathing9172]

What a small world… I’ve been watching your videos for years from London Ontario… I know Sam Pinnell, I have friends that went to school with her… wild you were on the same ship.

[@Lil-Britches]

As a chef, man Naval cooks are the real deal. ❤ Those dudes bust ass to feed all those men, yall really have no idea. (Ex roommate Naval Officer/pilot)

[@billfarley9167]

Unwritten navy rule: Always keep the cooks happy.

[@zapper302]

Thanks Mike. What a great opportunity. Our Military does not get the respect they deserve. Thank You Ladies and Gentlemen of our armed forces.

[@BREAD6000]

Salute to you sir🫡

[@paulfranklin4276]

These little ships have done amazing over the years. From africa to Carribean to south america

[@BravoBrickStudios-tz8np]

"pull it off, no don't pull it off" A wise man

[@WayneKline]

Well Mr Downie, not sure how you pulled that one off, but would have to say your best video so far. Can't wait until next weeks. Well done Mike!

[@jbkristufek]

Are you army my dad was a officer of a US cavalry of the blackjacks

[@sethtriggs]

I can't believe all the cool things you do and film. What a great crew too, doing a lot of hard work.

[@Milledge.Austin]

Man, this was such a cool episode. Love that they gave you this kind of access and let you share with us! Excited for that next episode!

[@diomic]

I was in the Portuguese Navy, left 1 year ago, this was so nostalgic, thank you for this

[@LizWatkinson-e3l]

what a cool ship with professional sailors

[@MrMacsatch]

❤ wow what an honor! Truly amazing and interesting vlog. And great crew by the way 👍 Looking forward for part two 😉

[@DGAFORLIFE]

This is by far the best video you have done!!! Thanks so much!!!

[@josiaghylnd2024]

What a cool experience. I'm glad you got to do it.

[@jayfiddler2674]

Yea as a Canadian this makes me happy. Thanks for your service

[@davidlp6510]

First of all, Donnie the hair has improved a million per cent. You actually look good there, hahaha. I was surprised that in the Navy one could go unshaved. That was definitely something new to me. While in the engineering dept you had a Scottish guy there. I was expecting everyone to be Canadian there. I learned a great deal here. Another amazing video. Thanks for making them.

[@MarcSherwood]

I've been wathcing your channel for a number of years now, and it has been great to see the content evolving with your channel's growth, while you have kept the same approach to each video. Should not be long until you pass that 1mill sub mark.

[@ajmilagros]

Just when I think you’ve done it and made a video so awesome, informative, amazing of a once in a lifetime experience that none of us will ever get to do - like fly in an A380 as it performs a banking manoeuvre over the Bahraini GP racetrack. You pull this one out of your pocket! Your videos, keep getting better and better - you’ve out done yourself this time Michael (full name required because of the scale of impressiveness 😊). I wish I could like it 1000X. Thanks

[@annedewsbury3354]

That was so interesting. Can't wait to see next video. It makes me proud to be a Canadian to see our Navy.

[@sandiandgregh]

Fantastic video. Can’t wait for part 2. My husband was a sea cadet and then a reservist. He gave it two thumbs up, too.

[@abigalmclean844]

I got to go on an outing on the HMCS Edmonton with my school, it was so cool seeing these ships and what it takes to run them, as well as all of the anecdotes shared by the crew onboard. Great video!

[@devooski4751]

You should come to an northern Ontario Canadian aboriginal community and come camping with me for 4 days in my family lands. Moose hunting camping. It’s a big adventure if you explore other aboriginal communities. Every village is different.

[@xDalkirx]

I am so glad to see you enjoy your time aboard one of our vessels. I serve on one of the Frigates, and won't have the opportunity to sail aboard an MCDV, so seeing this was very cool.

[@watcher223]

Favorite memories- touring a US Navy submarine and an aircraft carrier! Love the video!

[@mafin_official]

This video is very cool, it's been a PLEASURE seeing how things are done there and that view... This is truely an incredible video.

[@TheBenghaziRabbit]

Holy Cow!! I cant believe ive missed so much of your videos Mike!! Congrats on getting close to 800k. Hope you and your family are well!

[@DownieLive]

Thanks so much!!

[@Pen-sq7bj]

10:09 Coolest chillest guy

[@endangeredmarmot4518]

Great episode, Mike! Love the behind the scenes/day in the life look, here.

[@Byftpup]

OMG this is such an amazing insight into what goes on. I had no idea what a Navy does, especially on those smaller boats (ships? ) .. Thanks for providing the opportunity to view the work they do.. This was NOT what I was expecting to see on the channel - but this is Downie Live - I should know to expect the unexpected and the adventure. Totally looking forward to seeing pt 2.

[@nicolasclermont893]

This is fantastic. I would love to see you come onto our larger Frigates and do the same thing.

[@DownieLive]

That would be cool!

[@lynetteray2146]

Always impressed with the military. It's an amazing life. And they are so functional.

[@captbshields]

I work on a naval vessel. And got a real enjoyment out of this

[@marlenemacfarlane6199]

Hi Mike. That was amazing to see what happens on the navy ship

[@Iain1966]

Great content Downie, much respect to all onboard from Scotland 🙂

[@michaelformaini7053]

Well Michael, you have reached a new level of presentation and national trust with this insight into Navy training in one of the most beautiful parts of the B.C. coastline. It's pleasing to view how much trust Canada has placed upon one of its own. Congratulations!😀😀😀

[@shaunah.creations9233]

This was an amazing video Mike! My husband and I loved it. My favorite part of the video was when you asked them "Am I supposed to say man over board?" during training 😂 This is a top favorite video of yours so far ❤

[@thekweskinreport]

Tremendous video - so proud of you! I see you as a participatory documentarian. Keep going!

[@wehojm7320]

Excellent vlog. A real eye opener on life on a navy vessel. You managed yourself very well on the ship. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@LolGamer5]

Love it, even the canadian navy still uses the Browning 50cal. Same with us in germany with the MG3, just an upgraded MG42 from ww2 lmao

[@rickolson-51]

Reminds me of my US Navy days (70-74) Ref-Tra was brutal... I was sea sick for the first two years :(

[@chrisbee9643]

That is awesome, thanks for showing!

[@iancanuckistan2244]

It's been a long time since I've seen a DownieLive in my feed. I'm glad you're back on board!

[@Samuel_Rioux]

I was actually watching some of your videos during my downtime on one of those ships last summer hahaha. Glad you got to experience what we do.

[@PierreCC1]

Wow! What an amazing episode! Your filming content and technique are digestible documentary level without being stagnant or boring! Totally engaging! I have always enjoyed your content, and someday want to ride the Canadian railway tour because of your video! Keep up the amazing work!

[@candacejackson5044]

Excited to see part 2. This was a long one for you. Learned lots of neat stuff. Kudos to the men and women who serve.

[@rescuegirl]

14:00 I used to be a career Firefighter Paramedic Lieutenant. I must admit that you did well despite the fact that this was your first time. 🚒

[@Ap3xFaLLenGaming]

Born and raised in Nan miss it so much was so cool to see this

[@treytracytravel]

What an awesome experience! I’d so love to ride along on something like that. Thanks for sharing.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks for watching Trey!

[@Dynomite611]

Love the videos, keep up the good work Mike! Been a fan for a few years now and always enjoy your interaction and explanation of things.

[@DownieLive]

Awesome, thank you!

[@chriswhatley9080]

12:06 "Oh, actually pull it" lmao this is great

[@Riggsy_17]

I love that you're on Nebula!

[@elizabethshort6347]

What an awesome experience. Very cool video

[@Short_and_tweet]

What an awesome look inside the workings of a navy ship

[@Mitchelled]

"actually the captains chair" "dont get to use to it"

[@estizzy7000]

Nice to see you again ❤ what an incredible experience for you! Can't wait to see your next video🎉

[@DownieLive]

Thank you! 😃

[@THB1945]

Is this ship powered by maple syrup?

[@jaktheawesome]

Yeah

[@GLORY_TO_THE_INSURGENCY]

@Youraveragegerman30 lol

[@Railfan513]

I can confirm that the ship is powered by mayple syrup

[@Etska_]

Steered by a waffle

[@12345RizzCZ]

😂😂😂😂😂