E9: Exploring Martinique by Sailboat, Fixing Anchor Chain Locker,

EDIT:
A chunk of my video didn't get uploaded where I showed my completed Vberth area with fully functional light, USB, and fan. Sorry about the mess up!
I am a 27-year-old female solo sailor beginning my circumnavigation.
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[@vinnypassero2951]

These videos keep getting better. It's rare to find a sailing channel that shows what it's really like to go cruising.

[@jacobfirst2365]

Why would anyone thumbs down your vid! They must have very unhappy lives. You are a joy to watch! ❤️✌️🍻

[@norml.hugh-mann]

You seem happier and more and more beautiful as your adventure progresses...Your smile is contagious

[@simplecountrydrummer]

In the future for that anchor locker you could put a hard floor in it above the waterline. In this way you can have dry storage under it in the V birth and the locker can just drain itself through the hull with a drain (on port and starboard sides) with no pump or power needed. We did this on a friends 26 foot Bristol. It was a bit of glass work but it worked out very well.

[@Sharpiesailor31]

It’s always fun to see what new adventures you’ve had from hiding cell phones inside yoga mats to upload video to sneaking inside an abandoned compound with goats. You certainly do have a unique way of seeing the world which is charming, fresh and fun. The path you’ve chosen to follow in life is a special one perfectly suited to you. I’ll offer fair winds before you set sail again and wish for calm waters in the anchorage for now. Hope the trek to the mountain top is epic!

[@frederickoning191]

A lady with purpose who is practical and most persistent! Looking forward to seeing more of Martinique!

[@tray8820]

I just love your attitude to stuff! You have some great life-skills too. Love this channel so much 👌

[@johngoosen1962]

Love your attitude, humor and easy style!!!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks! :)

[@dvsteve71]

Pure authenticity. ⛵️

[@russellarendt5565]

Hiding your telephone in a yoga mat?, Clever!, necessity is the mother of invention. Happily it wasn’t sold. We, your loyal viewers, admire your ingenuity and sense of adventure. The video and historical narrative of the volcano eruption was fun and informative. Have fun, anything can happen! Mekong Russell

[@mrhall9031]

Lady - you are an incredible inspiration and made of such ‘brilliant’ stuff ! Currently in Mallorca reading ‘Captain Solcum’ ....inspiring but the pair of you are convincing me that you have to be sooo talented yet mad to achieve what you are doing ! Huge hug!

[@mrhall9031]

Slocum

[@mrhall9031]

My humble apologies .... you would not believe the predictive text trauma of getting the Catains name typed!! Damnations ... need your life!

[@mrhall9031]

CAPTAINS

[@georgebetar923]

Thanks for sharing! Be safe and please make sure the buss is covered and that your fan and pump are adequately fuzed. Automatic bilges can get stuck on or cycle frequenty with sloshing water so watch your battey SOC.

[@Bleoberis1]

Terrific videos, Holly. You’re the real deal 👍🏻

[@garyrahn2172]

Loved the plantation, that's something we don't see every day. I think you make some great videos.

[@leslieholmes2899]

Another cool video. Good job.

[@pdutube]

I love the way you tell some of your stories like we're all sitting around a campfire waiting for the jump-scare!

[@DavidBridger1]

Yes! That's exactly what I loved about Martinique, the jungly cloud covered mountains and little towns and lovely people! I have wonderful memories of the island and am so glad you're enjoying it too.

[@stephenburnage7687]

We rewired our boat too (a 34ft). We decided to do so after we nearly had a fire, caused by two wires shorting. We now have quite the sense of satisfaction, knowing every wire is new, safe and properly installed.

[@frankrice5364]

Great job girl thank you for SHARING

[@phf3238]

Greetings from Maine. Martinique is wonderful. Great job on the boat projects.

[@robertlee8042]

Nice video.

[@geraldtonjjeeper]

Holly, you're so lovely! You tell the eruption story from a different POV than other cruisers who concentrate on the cathederal and its amazing story. Well done! Enjoying your videos, keep up the good stuff!

[@chipw4622]

I envy your living, your moments of exploration, and for your passion! Hold the course grasshopper.....you are perfection..... The old man.

[@moleisrich1]

Some nice little improvements! It’s the simple things that mean a lot .

[@briancliffordsteele188]

Love you, you are so funny. I lived in Martinique in the 80's, cool place.

[@jonjonjrfrmcali]

Very resourceful girl. I love your vlogs! Can't wait until next Monday.

[@edwardsbarbara25]

Really,.really enjoying your videos!!

[@daleyurk4369]

Keep going girl! You've got lots of supporters!

[@keithpither2541]

Very resourceful, fun video, just one suggestion, when you make electrical connections put shrink tubing on and you will create a more water resistant connection. The stuff is very cheap and easy to use. Will stop corrosion at the connection more. That's of course if the tubing is available. See you next week, better luck with the wifi search.

[@mcd858]

Props for sharing such a kick ass solo adventure! Great videos!

[@benthiry9865]

Inspiring. Impressive how resourceful and determined you are. Thanks for sharing looking forward to your next episode. And for having been to Martinique quite a bit, I share your impression on that magnificent Island. The FWI’s are truly amazing.

[@mikeashburn4866]

GREAT WEEK HAVE FUN !

[@bluewaterpines8323]

Thank you for the tour.Have a wonderfilled journey.You are very wise in all ways, which will take you a long way.💙🧜🏻‍♀️☀️

[@cosmowerkstapes]

nice how you have your little boat so home-like inside. looks comfy.

[@kristyjo5745]

JWall!!! Love your videos, glad you finally found a way to upload! ❤️❤️❤️

[@williamralph5442]

Great video. Your ingenuity is impressive. Your land tour was very interesting. Thanks😎

[@leonjennings6615]

still binge watching

[@donovanmyers7600]

Love your adventures, you should be proud to be doing what you love to do despite the potential dangers.

[@CanyonDuncan]

Spotted your Gannon and Benjamin Shirt! I know them pretty well!

[@jerryvinson5840]

I always lok forward to your videos. Boat projects are always fun. When you're not the one doing them!

[@scottphillips1210]

As always great job.your so interesting....

[@joerobilotta2199]

Amazing work.

[@klouism1]

Well, you were determined and got the upload completed. 🙂

[@davehurst2543]

Love the perspective you bring to the destination. Keep it up!

[@jda671]

Per her previous description. I am a 27-year-old female solo sailor beginning my circumnavigation. My boat is a 27 foot sloop named Gecko. Follow me on my journey as I learn about heavy-weather sailing, the trials of being solo, and my adventures in paradise. If you want to support me, check out my Patreon account (thank you so much!): www.patreon.com/windhippie Follow my weekly blog on: Windhippie.com For daily photo updates and boating life, check out my instagram page: @boatlizard Also, if you're interested in learning more about my childhood and my parent's circumnavigation while raising kids, go to: iceblinksail.com Thanks for watching and subscribing! You guys are the best!

[@jwwjww2041]

great job hope to see more

[@osilva2367]

Thanks for sharing so much about your island exploring, repairs and wifi woes!..... Gives me a glimpse into the real issues and blessings of cruising. Much blessings to you!!😊

[@titustiger27]

I've read a couple cycling touring books and there was the same sentiment about getting out of the 'tourist towns' that if a tourist city the relationship of the visitors and natives is about kind of a money/begging, but it was so much different in the non-touristic. speaking reading... your video swayed me into buying your parents book

[@WindHippieSailing]

Yay!!

[@somadevo]

All ways good to see what you are up to in your flow. 'Wishing you a whole lotta' wonder full. Highest Loving Blessings

[@davidrayburn2260]

great video's keep them coming.

[@davidspensberger7862]

your a fierce, independant, young woman thanks for the vid

[@JohnJans83]

Nice video. You are funny.

[@maxinemccartney5284]

Just discovered your channel. I am so impressed with your courage to follow your dreams!!

[@ericson26savannah86]

Its good to see you having fun with your projects, In your anchor locker with wet chain and wiring, please wrap the butt splices with electrical tape or use shrink tube another good trick is to use dielectric grease on all the butt connectors and ring terminals and terminal blocks. corrosion is bad. Love your tan, Good use of a sheet in your cockpit!

[@WildernessgalM]

Thank you for your effort! Keep on havin' your fun and be safe. Loved the history, views, improvement projects.. : )

[@davidzottneck9610]

God luv you, or whatever deity you subscribe to! Your vlog’s are very informative if not somewhat humbling for such an elderly person such as myself. You are very creative and knowledgeable, your parents were obviously very successful in their homeschooling of you and your siblings! They should be very proud!! Be careful and safe as you progress in your journeys. I look forward to your next installment! Much love and respect!

[@svamandolin3546]

Your 1st Patreon, watching with my 7 year old. F BOMB. LOL. put up an "EARMUFF" warning next time!!!

[@Jakfilm]

St. Pierre is such a cool little town. Too bad you're going on to Barbados without seeing Le Marin and St. Anne.

[@robinwells8879]

The wizardess of elastic-trickery!⚡️ Awesome female role model.

[@2bitrasputin793]

Dude, introduce your Friend! Those Maine dudes are too shy. I'm impressed by your "Can do" spirit.

[@nicholaslindesmith166]

@2Bit Rasputin did you just throw out a Seabee "Can do"?

[@jhollands68]

Dude ?

[@davidb.cutter4631]

We enjoyed your video very much, thank you for sharing your adventures. Dave & Linda M/S Olivebank S/V Banyanda

[@neilphelan5296]

I admire your courage and tenacity.. Well done, great stuff..Why not put a small hole through the side of the hull and seal the bulkhead completely so the water cannot get into the boat. you can get a stainless fitting for the outside to create a ventury.

[@madogblue]

Cool inland tour

[@henrycard]

Your tan and voice has changed for good. Keep the good work girl.

[@DomMage64]

Very nice video. Always look forward to the next addition. Be safe stay sweet and be cool.✌ ❤ 🌴 BTW watch out for falling coconut lol. SV Voyager.

[@mhansl]

Boatwork in a Gannon & Benjamin shirt... yup.

[@PatrioticTroll]

Your video's inspire me to get off my ass and work on my boat. =)

[@iJamesRoyal]

Should totally have a one time donation option via PayPal or other. This could increase your support structure.

[@dlight2669]

Requesting please, share more specifics like, costs of renting a car, what you are eating... since it is interesting you have no refridgeration and perhaps the foods offered on the islands you buy for meals and what you prepare. Enjoying you journey. Thanks

[@rosshubbard3820]

Love the videos!

[@walterpcurry606]

You can take a piece of plywood and glass it up high enough to put a drain hole out of the boat.

[@accobra7515]

Nice repairs Holly. Have a great week. :) ps. Look forward to seeing the Dodger installed soon.

[@randymcmeekin1955]

Great work on the anchor locker project Ms. McGyver! You have more engineer in you than you know. We spent two weeks cruising last December around Martinique, notably St. Pierre, and your video brought back great memories. Looking forward to footage of your leg to Barbados.

[@paulvaneck5688]

I just started watching , this ithe 4th video of yours , I wish you well with your adventure , love your spirit and it's fun watching you on your video because you are just being yourself which is great , the occasional swear word that pops out I can totally relate to , so thumbs up and I will stay tuned , be safe , have fun and thanks for posting.

[@hanfordcreek5309]

"Horrible, vicious, leaking pit of doom"....nice!

[@pdutube]

It sounds like a great place to find a golden idol!

[@keithcope8113]

Very much impressed with your wiring job looks good anchor chain locker will be much better now i think. Thanks for the tour of the volcano damaged areas very interesting see you next time and as always stay safe

[@jonathanjones5282]

You really do make me smile 😀, keep safe.

[@gbunton]

Hi, Holley not sure but in looking at the front v in your chainplate locker your water issues may be those front bolts leaking. Anytime you have a stain like that indicates water is leaking past. It's always easy to identify look at the direction of the stain. I had my shroud chainplates leak a ton into my bilge and I couldn't figure out where it was coming from removed some woodwork and saw big stains dripping down from the plates, was quite a lot to fix took me a day or so. Fair winds

[@WindHippieSailing]

Hey! I actually had that thought too. Nothing has been rebedded up there in a looong time. I'm eventually going to tear it apart again to install new hawse holes for the anchor chain and Ill probably attend to those bolts too. Thanks for the insight!

[@CEOsario]

Another great job...Thanks for sharing...What an Explorer...

[@Bikerbob59]

Good stuff.

[@MARKLINMAN1]

I look forward to every Monday. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@navigator902]

YEs Yes yes , a dodger, extends the cockpit space into a covered living space.... I love it.... after I put solar cells aft of the dodger.... its a wonderful goal.....Carry on skipper

[@gabrieldsailing108]

Wonderful that you are having fun,

[@fxpthl]

I think I'm going to nickname you WindHippie McGyver! You are a very clever young lady just full of "get it done" attitude!

[@PapaSaint70]

I'm new to you but so far a big fan! I'm incredibly encouraged by you!

[@roscotakeson1128]

Love it! Great format. Awesome story. I look forward to next weeks adventure. Stay safe

[@co4x4]

You ought to rename your boat to LEGOSET as its pieced out of so many different pieces. Cheers from Denver Colorado

[@pavelavietor1]

Hello you got a friend don't let him go saludos

[@marcuscove]

I love the Gannon & Benjamin marine railway shirt ! I have one of those. I need a new one, mines getting all worn out

[@Kingcactus20000]

your the best

[@claregross4289]

The pit of doom! xo

[@gunthervanhimbeeck3022]

Nice !!!

[@ststele]

Awesome videos :) You are heading strait for 100k subs and beyond.

[@CliffTopp]

Hi, Love your videos. I am a fan. When are you visiting Dominica 🇩🇲?

[@klemenprezelj]

Thanks for the efford. Nice vid 💪

[@Sailspirit99]

Another great vid. Love your boat projects and hope you can upload the missing footage of the finished anchor locker, etc. Up top for getting the bed sheet up for shade, a necessity here in Australia. Fair winds.

[@dilbyjones]

Chill!

[@robpenny47]

Sounds like you had some fun and games lol take care richard

[@darrenking3187]

Thanks for the explanation, was worried for a bit there. ( I’m a parent of a 20 year old , can you tell ...🥺)

[@sailingeden9866]

I wanted to see the light lol. Did it work?