Ghosts of Australia's Past - Free Range Sailing Episode 19

[@DocLois2010]

Best sailing and exploration channel on KZbin. The technology, history, cooking, survival skill sets are incredible. You guys are amazing. Time to write a book, I think.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Doc but making these videos is a full time job in itself! We're thrilled you like them and keep coming back.

[@larrimos]

Pascal has the best giggle ever. 🤭

[@gunsmoke6230]

There's a common thread between Texans and Austrailians. John Newcombe's tennis ranch is still in New Braunfels, TX. I met him in 1979 week were so lucky that John Newcombe was there for out two week camp. He spoke to me and autographed my head cover for my racquet ! All the counsellors were Aussies and I loved learning from them. In 1993 I was in the USN and made it to Perth and Sydney for Liberty! I remember drinking Victoria Bitter on Kings Cross and it was summer time after the Black hawk down incident in Mogidishu, Somalia. Think you for your videos I really get lost in them and it makes my life vastly better because I'm disabled. Thank you !

[@peterdonovan5517]

Hey you guys. I'm just an old bloke on the Central Coast hooked on your videos, wishing I was young again so I could have adventures like you. Really admire you both. Stay safe and keep looking after each other! Cheers from Peter Donovan.

[@skarthi52]

Fascinating video. Loved the history. Showed this to my Brazilian wife, who then told me her great grandparents came to Brazil from Italy, bought some land outside São Paulo and her great grandfather became a brick maker. His bricks all carried the family name- Mazzali. Really enjoying your work. Keep it up, fair winds.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Fantastic anecdote Chris, thank you very much. We really appreciate the sacrifices made by the people that came before us here and it makes our travels that much more fascinating researching it.

[@williamlilliott2433]

Just another of one of your best. You both are brave adventurers and so kind to share it all with us. Waking up with Pascale every morning must be like a dream come true akin to being in heaven.

[@larrysmiths1]

I have only in the last week gotten acquainted with with your channel, so it will take me a bit of binge watching to get caught up. I'm amazed at your video and photo skills.With just you both, there is so much footage that the camera must be placed and remotely operated ( or let to run and edited ). I also really enjoy the basic survival skills you employ. Brewing beer on some off the hook island, catching and securing crabs by hand, coconuts, etc. It is like a mix of sailing , survival skills and good mechanical info! Be safe, and thanks!

[@jennc743]

You two are so adorable and the flora and fauna and recipes and the setting are so enjoyable plus the how too's wow you two are a wealth of information its really nice to be entertained and informed and have your heart warmed .... thanks for all your hard work looking forward to more adventures.

[@echo881]

Just letting you know you have become my favorite sailing channel!!!!

[@blue2goose1]

By far, the most interesting I have watched on You Tube. Hope you are as happy as you appear to be.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thank you for not only the complimentary comment but also the very kind sentiment as well. Take care and we hope you continue to join our voyages. T&P

[@ShipwreckedMonki]

That radio fax process is genius.

[@michaelf6041]

Excellent channel, very much down to earth, nice to see the Australian coast and history, keep up the good work. From the UK

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Welcome to the crew, glad you joined us.

[@robertatkins154]

So interesting- love Australian history- what a tough country and harsh environment, thanks guys awesome 👍

[@sasfish1966]

I really injoyed this edit. Ive only been as far north as Lizard and love reading the stories about mary watson and look forward to a post covid sail north. Cheers guys

[@OrvilleHarmison]

I love that you do a history lesson as you go along, it makes it so much more interesting than just saying here are the ruins of an old settlement. Very nicely done video, entertaining and informative at the same time. Too bad about the water but you manage to take it in stride without bickering ... a welcome change as most would have. Good luck on your channel, looking forward to following you on your journeys.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thank you Obit we're always really interested in learning the history of place before we sail somewhere and it's fantastic that we can share what we discover with you. Welcome aboard!

[@calmauric8218]

far out... i can imagine people and soldiers trying to run such a settlement back in those times. would have been tough to say the least. - troy, you would make one hell of a good teacher mate! same goes to Pascal, she certainly has a broad range of skills!!

[@vite11i]

Another quality episode, well done. Gurig is a beautiful corner of this land not many people get to encounter like so much of the Top End but if you make the extra effort, the rewards are there (from an old Territorian). Looking forward to your next episodes, take care.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We had a great time in the NT, even with the build up making us swelter. Groote Eylandt and the country around Gove were absolutely tops. We just crossed the gulf and arrived in QLD but we have a few good vids to show off your old home.

[@stevephipps6702]

I absolutely love your channel. I've been watching from early on and every video is awesome. Thank you for showing that you can have amazing experiences without lots of money. Watching your videos inspires me, instead of discouraging me like videos on boats that cost more than my house.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

When our boat was released, there were many people cruising on 30 footer yachts having a great time. Nothing has changed but our mindset. Going sailing doesn't have to be an 'all-in' affair. A small boat can be bought cheap and sailed into all sorts of adventures for a few years and sold again for a similar outlay. You may not make money on the deal but you will have experiences that cannot be purchased anywhere. Then career or family can be fulfilled in time and nothing needs to be sacrificed. If we inspire a handful of people to have the time of their life, we'll be stoked.

[@TrailerYacht]

EXACTLY THIS ! Absolutely spot on Troy - in our trailer yacht world, it's embarrassing just how cheaply you can get into cruising all your local water ways. Not kidding - tinnies often cost more these days. Trailers are undoubtedly THE biggest trap for the unwary though.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Could you clarify for us regarding the trailer trap? We met an old gentleman doing the Kimberley in a trailer yacht with his dog Sinbad along for company. He was having an epic time on the cheap and getting into some terrific spots. To boot, when he was done, there was no bashing to weather to be faced; just haul her out and tow the whole affair to the next adventure. It really made caravans look a second best option!

[@TrailerYacht]

Neglect by the previous owners is the trap. Its easy to underestimate how expensive they are - and its Mission Impossible to find a suitable trailer second hand. A professionally-made new galvanised trailer for our Farr 7500 would cost at least $8,000 - prob $10,000. Like diesel inboards in keelers, the trailer is often worth almost as much as the boat.

[@TrailerYacht]

We have a Trailer Yacht so we can tow from Lake Macquarie to Airlie Beach in three days, staying on the boat just like a caravan for the night (bonus - boats are very aerodynamic). We can have a fortnight cruising the Whitsundays and tow home again in three days. So in three weeks we can have a decent holiday. Car & trailer have to be maintained properly, and NEVER-EVER-EVER under any circumstances tow faster than 80 - 90 kms per hour. If it's OK to share a link to another channel - here's John Anderson's Ross 830 doing the Kimberley from Adelaide kzbin.info/www/bejne/maLbfaqPlphqmKs

[@stephenpomeroy1214]

that's a better view of port Essington,...interesting seeing inside the kiln,..love your work

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Stephen. There's all types of vistas to be seen in the NT.

[@miltas8837]

Another fantastic episode. Enjoyed the history very much and am intrigued by the Black Cat system for accessing weather maps. I’m going to look it up.

[@MyMarkn]

I've never seen anyone hog tie a crab before. Love it!

[@superdrs1960]

Well done guys, it looked like the place was deserted. You had the place all to yourself . Thanks for sharing the history of the place, stay safe.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks David. We will try and put in a little history of the places we visit every now and then.

[@arthurpryor773]

my favorite channel...thanks for all the hard work you put into making these videos.....from texas...

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We appreciate your appreciation Arthur.

[@alisterstevic9742]

Another great adventure! Looking forward to following the next episode.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

You're gonna love it- we had some good hunting and gathering.

[@russellesimonetta3835]

I,ve been binge watching. Very good content!! When i was 18 (ayeteen) , in 1972!!! My fantasy was to pack up my drums and clothes and immigrate to australia! I never did but i wish i did!!

[@Keil253]

I enjoy all the information you share on your adventures.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Keil

[@rickdavis6095]

I so look forward to seeing you guys love you both stay safe have a great time

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Rick for your best wishes and the same to you in return

[@richardspurlock3300]

Another nice video. We really do enjoy your videos. You have encouraged us to use our small boat to explore our state which is Florida in the US. Thanks again

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Terrific Richard, there are quite a few parallels between our respective cruising grounds- not least the fishing. For what it's worth, when I was in Florida, the people I met there were about the best ambassadors for your country you could hope for. I was made feel very welcome from the first bus trip from Ft. Lauderdale airport to the time I had to say goodbye.

[@daveharris5859]

Flat out you guys rock! Just think you both add just what you need to be very intresting.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks to both of you.

[@robhaskell6064]

Thank you for these vids. You travel in such interesting waters and coastal areas. I sail the Bahamas in an old Snowgoose and am very lucky for that. Please keep showing historical context along with the bush craft. I’ve visited Aus three times and have enjoyed it so much. My last name is very similar to Paskell, you have a calming presence in your vids.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Rob, I'll go check out the Snowgoose after this reply. We do love this part of the world so it was only natural to want to share it. We're glad you're enjoying our efforts

[@RoyClare]

Thanks for sharing. What an interesting - challenging - part of the world. Beautifully portrayed ... your videos are already must-sees. Also ... much enjoyed the meteorology session ... when I did the first Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race in 73/74 we had to be able to read morse code to obtain a forecast chart. Result was we didn’t see a forecast chart that much! Sail well, you two .... Roy

[@FreeRangeLiving]

The Whitbread! We are very pleased to have such an experienced hand joining our modest vlog. Modern technology is mind boggling in how it has simplified remote travel. Having said that, the hand compass and pencils are still on standby for that lightning strike or other event that will send us straight back to paper charts and cocked hats.

[@RoyClare]

Free Range Sailing Aww ... thank you for your generous response. The early Whitbread was a pioneering race ... like you, we thought 7 knots was quick! I was big into ocean racing for many years after that, but *eventually* realised that sailing could be a pleasure 🤣 ever since then, I’ve been strictly cruising only. We’ve been working in New Zealand in recent years, where we loved sailing in the Hauraki Gulf. Now back home in UK, we keep a Moody 376 in our home port of Tollesbury. Spent a few months sailing England’s south coast in the boat last year, heading north to Scotland once the spring weather serves. Sail well, guys, you’re doing a fabulous job .... not least, selling Australia to us! Roy

[@FreeRangeLiving]

The Hauraki Gulf hey. We have New Zealand very much on our to do list. I think there will be some amazing sailing (and fishing/foraging) to be had so any advice you can spare us junior sailers is always welcome. I still maintain a dream of a wee bike tour of the Whiskey distilleries of Scotland and Ireland.

[@RoyClare]

Free Range Sailing delighted to offer thoughts re Hauraki Gulf ... heaps of choices, big open seas! But lots of rewarding pleasures. And if you’re headed to Scotland please give us a shout, a dram awaits. Message me and I’ll share email address. Sail well, eat well ... go well.

[@40bradipo]

Voi siete senza dubbio i migliori...! Bravi!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Muito grazie.

[@MsShipreck]

Just simply Beautiful.

[@Weazle099]

I am bench watching your Episodes and I'm really enjoying them, going to Episode 20 now. Thank you for taking me along... o7

[@Weazle099]

oh yea, o7 = salute :P

[@percival3830]

Just loving these episodes, informative, relaxing and fun. Thanks.

[@toms4123]

I watch all of your episodes with great enjoyment but also with mixed feelings: you make me love my country even more but having travelled in the outback just occasionally for work I am also very well aware of the heat and just how hostile that environment can be even today if you are not well prepared and experienced. The information you provide is great and I have to say watching your adventure makes one want to meet you both..

[@FreeRangeLiving]

You are absolutely right Tom and the outback has a history of cruel treatment of the unprepared. A dose of caution and respect goes a long way. If you keep an eye on our Facebook page, you'll see where we are and if we get close, give us a shout and we may be able to catch you up for a beer and chat. We like nothing better. Take care, T&P

[@amyfaith2350]

Love exploring your history with you, thanks!

[@richardshippful]

Very cool and sobering, look at that settlement. And another great video, too bad about the fish.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Cheers Richard. We just crossed the Gulf of Carpenteria and Pascale well and truly made up for the lost mackerel. The hardships of early settlers of the north are almost incomprehensible now with our quality of life.

[@vikingtraveler2655]

I am a new subscriber and so far have watched a few videos. I like how mellow, at ease and well you two work together. Australia is amazing and one day I will visit. Thank you both far making these great videos and tomorrow I will watch a few more. I was looking for a videos to learn more about you two.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Welcome to the crew! I recommend watching from the start as sometimes we make reference to previous episodes. We do a welcome video with a little about our channel so you could check that out too. Enjoy!

[@graemeoliver744]

Makes me want to go sailing... and crabbing! Unfortunately the boat is still put away up here in cold Canada, so I'll continue to live vicariously. No crocs here which is an advantage.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We aim to visit up your way in a few years and swap our crocs for some bears, salmon and whales. Hopefully by then, we will have a bunch of new friends to visit in Canada when we get there and learn a thing or two.

[@geoffgelow4241]

A very interesting video, well done! I like that you take the time to explain the history of where you are and some information about it too. Thank you!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Geoff. Our enjoyment of a place is enhanced when we know a little of it's history so we thought that might apply to our audience as well.

[@stevepell7403]

Loving your videos would have enjoyed an adventure like your having when I was young now I have to settle for doing it through your eyes cheers

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Well we will have to make sure they stay up to standard. Cheers Steve.

[@tedjernigan8029]

Great information and images. They remind me of the ruins in St. Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean. The kiln structures were part of the sugar industry.

[@bestia156]

Another great video - thanks for sharing your experiences

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Our pleasure bestia, thanks for continuing to join us.

[@johnnicolson467]

Great info on the places you go to......Dam need a yacht.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Theres plenty cheap little ones out there!

[@Vepoch]

Such great videos! You guys are great.

[@andrewayres7322]

Excellent video, thank you...

[@nigelmorgan3449]

The best video channel ever plenty of information your both very good

[@48William]

Nicely done another excellent video

[@sailingsvteakkeyrandyfryli8206]

Very impressed with your crab wrangling skills, My big toe would need a bandage lol. Great video VERY interesting . S/V Teak Key

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Well you're going to love the next video we have coming next week Randy- lots of wranglin'. Thanks for your regular support.

[@mikenewzealand4525]

Great viewing once again

[@uraqtee]

Very good video, some nice places and very well documented, would not hurt my feelings for one of those bum shots every few minutes, thanks again and be safe

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Ken glad you enjoy the show and it's great that you are so open minded about gratuitous bum shots.

[@markgoode4109]

super video; lots of excellent content. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes

[@2299jsimon]

Very interesting and great camera work...

[@paulwestmaas]

Took notice of "Free Range Sailing" during a S/V De Los episode and just finished watching all your episodes. Enjoyed it allot. Impressed by your subject knowledge and your outlook on preserving nature. I Subscribed and see forward to your future episodes....

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Fantastic, welcome to the crew! We're interested, was that a suggested video on the side panel? In any case thanks for following us and hope you continue to enjoy our work.

[@paulwestmaas]

You guys were mentioned in their last episode! They mentioned that you are hard core or something ..... I made a a note of "Free Range Sailing" and immediately started watching your channel from ep. 1.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We watched ep 154. no mention of us but maybe you're a patron and they mentioned us in ep 155?

[@paulwestmaas]

Please also check "Sailing Doodles", La Paz, a Live Chat, 4 Jan 2018, 1:03:43+- and 1:06:15+-!!! They like you allot!!!

[@smartcard1234]

Your videos are very informative .... loving your channel.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Your welcome and welcome aboard.

[@justlooking2222]

That Sangean radio is awesome. Pulls in stations nice and clear. It will recharge batteries when plugged into power. Uses 4- AA batteries, have a couple sets of Lithium rechargeables and your good to go ! Oh ya, another great video. Make a pack frame, back pack to haul heavy stuff

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Yup, that wee Sangeon has not missed a beat the whole time and the recharge feature is especially welcome when storage space for yet another charger isn't there. Pack frame-and miss out on all that great exercise?

[@Richdudevids]

very cool stuff the wild life story of the past and I am I myself in the U.S. would never know anything about thanks guys, love it oh ya nice bumm .shot

[@FreeRangeLiving]

You are welcome as usual Richard. We enjoy the sharing aspect of our way of life and the new friends we are making along the way. Whats a sailing show with no bum shot?

[@49otterhound]

Another beautifully done video, thanks!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thank you Roderick

[@scott7446]

You guys are awesome.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Scott, glad you are enjoying the journey.

[@calsailing4204]

Great vlog guys, my wife and I love your approach and laid back style. Well done, you have inspired us to sail WA sooner rather than later :-) We learn something from every one of your episodes so keep up the good work. Hope to catch you on the water sometime in the future and share a Spiced Rum or two, our shout ;-)

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Cheers Cal. We'll never turn down an opportunity for a rum! You can keep tabs on where we are on Facebook the videos are a bit behind.

[@klouism1]

Great video. Very interesting. Thank you. Happy Sailing.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks IR. You're welcome.

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

AWESOME!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Your welcome BBE

[@craigperthau9542]

Happy New Year , anouther interesting video well done. Looks nice up north , must get up that way some time. Take Care Cheers

[@FreeRangeLiving]

When you go, leave yourself plenty of time so you aren't in a rush. There is a lot to see.

[@rogers53]

I predict u guys will have more subscribers than u can imagine very soon,great vids.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

The more the merrier. We are seeing lots of new visitors from people sharing our videos on Facebook to their friends which is really great. Cheers Roger.

[@yourstruly5038]

The fax was super impressive :)

[@user-earthandfire]

That was a great video thanks for the upload

[@FreeRangeLiving]

No worries, thanks for joining us for the trip.

[@sailingsomewhere7280]

Epic!! Again. Thanks!

[@davidripley62]

Thank you for taking me abroad.

[@MrRJBooth]

Crackin video . Just recently found you guys an I'm well impressed ;-)

[@zepfan9988]

👍very interesting thanks you two

[@roberttobin4484]

Happy New Year! Pascal didn’t lose a Fish , she caught “ free range fresh fish stock base” Great episode waiting for #20

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We see you're a glass half full guy Robert. We really enjoyed filming the next episode so we are sure you'll enjoy it too. Take care, T&P

[@cyclomaniac9086]

Great video guys... nice job!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks for joining our trip.

[@steviefordranger198]

Wow, a delightful vid. Sharks taking your catch, mud crabs, coral in the creek and Port Essington on the way to Nhulunbuy, more fun than you can poke a stick at. I hope the crossing to Qld goes smoothly and can’t wait to see further adventures in the Gulf upon your return. Cheers from SFR.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We're pretty sure you will enjoy all the NT vids- we had a blast filming them. We completed the crossing in 3 days and are set to visit friends in Weipa this week before heading to TI.

[@budawang77]

My new favourite channel has just posted a new video. Yay!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We look forward to it being your old favourite channel sometime. Cheers Ben

[@vanveen8472]

I really enjoy your video's, thank you

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Vim.

[@yourstruly5038]

Thanks. I'm curious do you run out board engines or inboard and how many ? Dan

[@fishywoonyc]

You should do a video on your Croc protocol. They seem to be everywhere up there.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

It boils down to swim only in clear shallow water where you can see the bottom well, approach the dinghy with caution in muddy water and don't get between the boat and the water when launching. Catching a fish is the time of highest risk so staying alert then is paramount. Crocodiles will exhibit signs of agitation before attacking a dinghy in most cases. I specifically bought that folding boat so I would have a dinghy about the average size of the crocs around the area.

[@ramabamaboomboom]

First time I saw you go into the water before Pascale. What is the temperature and humidity like? Big focus on if it was going to be cooler in the kiln. I look forward to your videos!! Really brighten my day. Thank you sincerely.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

It happens occasionally when I forget my safety protocol.We didn't measure the conditions but the humidity must have been above 80% and temps of mid 30's. In dry conditions, we think the heat would have been quite ok but that wet air.... We found a blacksmiths forge there too! Imagine some past English lad deciding to get a nice warm trade inside and the King ships him off to the tropics. Our hearts went out to that bloke.

[@ramabamaboomboom]

Free Range Sailing

[@ramabamaboomboom]

I live in the USA in North Alabama. Temps in the mid 90's f with 85-100% Humidity not uncommon. I have ridden a motorcycle across to California and yes I understand the dry heat is MUCH more comfortable. Safe travels!

[@johnbergquist8510]

Liked another-video,just keep them coming Thanks

[@rondejoux8006]

Top video, Thank you.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

You are welcome as always Ronald.

[@Deacon_biscuits]

Awesome, very informative.

[@bobswezey7452]

thank you a great video , we enjoyed .......:)

[@jamesdivall64]

Another great video! It is my day off, so I have watched quite a few of these episodes, I think you 2 are more than good enough for your own tv series, but youtube works for me :-) good stuff and happy sailing :-)

[@bighonker6842]

Oh mate, the drop bears were eating black berries, gonna be a bad cyclone season mate

[@53glowe]

Just starting following...have to say, awesome couple. Really enjoying the videos and learning a lot. How was the smoothness of the engine after the mounts were replaced? That particular video was extremely interesting. Keep up the great work as I go through your previous episodes to catch up to get a sense of what you've done and accomplished so far. Cheers Gaz - Melbourne.👍

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks Gaz and welcome to the crew. Should have enough here to keep you entertained for a little while and a new episode each week.

[@georgekot6377]

As I have mentioned on previous posts I absolutely love your videos. They are extremely entertaining while full of information. I do have one question though, could a crocodile pose a problem to you while you are in the dinghy ??

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Thanks George. There is always a risk with crocodiles that can be mitigated with care and constant attention to your surroundings, but that risk can only be eliminated by not being there. The traditional people switch to red alert in the summer wet season when females are nest guarding and extremely aggressive. Their approach is to avoid certain areas for that season but they go about their lives alongside crocs in a pretty manner of fact way. I think they represent the same danger as auto traffic but don't strike in such an unpredictable fashion as a car...

[@OutbacksurveyPerth]

Another Great Video guys 😋 TJ in Perth

[@jingbar]

Another great informative video by 2 likeable people

[@FreeRangeLiving]

The unrehearsed ramblings are doing ok it looks like. Thanks Bob.

[@theislandpackrat]

Another great one!

[@loveforever17]

Nice video. An electric scooter should make jerrycan lugging easier.

[@josephoconnor9675]

Very interesting ecology study.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

They are a small part of each video stemming from our love of the natural world. Thanks Joseph.

[@edrosenberger6947]

Always interesting episodes.....thank you both!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Cheers Ed

[@charlieford5523]

I like your channel and have watched all your episodes so far, two questions for you on sailing Australia where do you find you tidal current information not the tidal times and heights but the stream speed for course navigation.I live in South Australia and my local chart is very short on this detail, in Europe or America there are specific charts for tidal streams but I can not find any for Australian waters what do you use.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

There are a few sources for the info. The charts for the area have the tidal stream direction and strength relative to various points on the chart at times relative to a given tidal prediction. These don't always pan out in places like the Kimberley because of the complex coastal interactions. The Garmin GPS we use has this same info stored in it's memory which is a very useful tool also. Cruising guides will have general information that can be used such as tides will flood south and west and ebb north and east. We work on this type of info the most, adjusting our evaluations from what we observe and note in an area as the yacht swings to anchor in tidal stream affected areas. Sometimes we get it wrong and have to wait it out but regardless, it all gets put in the ships log. Finally, we note set and drift as we go and how much correction we have to use as we go and use that for our evaluations also. Remote areas often don't have detailed tidal stream charts but making a prediction based on where flood and ebb tides push is our primary means of timing passages.

[@leongiese2349]

Hah hah!! There would be no way I would be crawling around in that Kiln!!!! The history of the old Port is facinating and I have been there. Very spooky place in the afternoon, mind you I have a very vivid imagination! How is the heat treating you? Great vids as usual guys. Thank you so much. PS. Do not fall out of the boat... way too many sharks... clip in hey.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We'd get you in there Leon. We definitely clip on as soon as only one of us is on deck. Coming on watch to an empty cockpit is unimaginable.

[@MichaelSicotte]

Just recently found your channel - enjoying the videos. Just to let you know HF Fax is $4.99 in the US App Store. Guess I need to move to AUS.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

I think they started charging after we filmed this (which was in October 2017) $4.99 still a bargain in our opinion though!

[@paulwilmo5704]

Awesome, wished you went up the Apsley Straight, did 3 years as Officer in Charge of Pirlangimpi Police Station on Melville before heading back to the city :)

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Oh- too bad we didn't have that info before because if we had some contacts among the locals there we would have made a special detour. We'd love to hear some of your stories sometime. Anyway, great to see you still following us and hope you continue to do so.

[@scottvandyke2990]

MMM another great video. You guys should offer a guide service.

[@FreeRangeLiving]

We have our hands full making these videos and getting to know our audience- it really is a full time job! Besides, I'm already a fishing guide to the best looking fisherlady around.

[@john47742]

Love the Vids!

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Good job👍 Those relics are surviving quite well considering everything.Haven't seen anybody visit here since Les Hiddens many years ago now.Glad you're havin fun,keep it up😀

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Cheers Wayne. No shame in following in the footsteps of one of my heroes. We did see some guys contacted by the govt. to remove trees that may fall on ruins but the preservation is nice and low key and we had a sense of rediscovering the site. Really great.