I finally sailed to ST. KILDA! There is NO plan B - Chapter 3

[@erikaanderaa]

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[@redbeardsbirds3747]

This man is truly living the dream with no procrastinations …it’s truly inspiring! 🐬🌊

[@Dabear88]

The cinematography and storytelling are both excellent quality. You are an exceptional sailor as well. Thank you for producing these videos, very inspiring.

[@richardwild2550]

Superb video. Excellent camera work and editing. Really took us to St Kilda. I sailed there in 2006 and that brought on a sailboat and that brought it all back in vivid colour. Much respect Erik.

[@erikaanderaa]

Thank you very much! Glad you got there🙌

[@karlwashburn4248]

It’s wonderful that the skies were clear and blue during the visit to St. Kilda. Congratulations, Eric.

[@loloaqici82qb4ipp]

And you can imagine how hostile the small island can be and how tough the inhabitants had to be to survive. You just happened to visit the place on a perfect calm and sunny day. It looked so peacefull. Thankyou Eric for taking us there, it was magical.

[@APBinVTA]

Where is your safety harness?! Don't push it too far brother, you're only human! Please be safe and well, and thank you for taking us with you!

[@XDEEPTHOUGHT]

By far the very best sailing channel on KZbin these days. Excellent work Eric. Thanks for sharing your beautiful videos and engaging narrative,

[@JohnDrummondVA]

AMAZING. I teared up a bit at the sanctuary of the little kirk. What a sweetly, tightly-knit and tough community it must have been. Thanks for bringing us along

[@erikaanderaa]

Me too, very moving, thinking about the tough life out there. Thanks John!

[@corditekid1]

After all of your problems with your Greenland adventures, it is so nice to see a plan finally come good. YOU MADE IT!! 👍🏻😃 Well done Erik!

[@Mattificationize]

3:13 the absolute peace of this shot. No music, a light sound of breeze. This is what Erik does it for and why we all live vicariously through him.

[@Corsariorubio]

Thanks for bringing me along on your travels. You have really proven yourself to be more sailing than bs, and I´m happy to occasionally be "among your crew" Fair winds and safe travels to you my fellow explorer:)

[@christineouellet4247]

Excellent video, beautiful shoots, thank you

[@grabasalad5945]

They say that the definition of a Scottish Gentleman is someone who knows how to play the bagpipes but refrains from doing so but I as a Yorkshireman love the sound of the pipes, it inspires the soul and emboldens the heart…

[@sadrimathari5162]

No words to express my admiration and respect to such great sailor. And St Kilda approach looks like an heroic fantasy movie ! Unreal. Thank you so much for sharing

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

segment beginning at 11:43 - (and 20:28 & 30:41) always amazed by the houses, cities, settlements in such 'remote' areas of the world. What a different lifestyle.

[@iaing2030]

Brilliant video Erik! St Kilda is such an amazing place what a truly incredible landscape. It must have been heartbreaking for the inhabitants to leave it behind all them years ago.

[@erikaanderaa]

I can only imagen..😪

[@tombennison7571]

Their removal in 1930 might have been inevitable, but with the world slump, until rearmament started about 1937, there were no good places to go. I fear many of them might well have wound up in the notorious Glasgow slum of the Gorbals, a tragic end coming from this place of quiet if hard natural beauty.

[@Argylldiving]

Beautifully filmed. I am really enjoying your travels. The last St Kildan, Rachel Johnson, passed away in 2016 at the age of 93. She was living in a care home just outside Glasgow. A far cry from her beginnings. When evacuated the families arrived on the mainland at Loch Aline on the Sound of Mull, many of them gained employment here as forestry workers, most had never seen a tree. A nice trip would have been to follow their journey to Loch Aline, it is not too far from the Caledonian canal. 😉

[@iaing2030]

@@Argylldiving Interesting! I didn't know that. I have family in Lochaline and my uncle used to work the Lochaline ferry to Mull and back as Chief Engineer. I am from Fort William myself, but live in Aberdeenshire now. I spent many a holiday as a child in the area visiting my uncle and cousins.

[@tombennison7571]

I was wrong! They became forestry workers. And I always thought they ended up unemployed and living in the Glasgow slums. That news really gladdens my heart.

[@-htl-]

What an amazing voyage! So beautifully documented. If it was me I would have loved to stay in every place longer just to experience these beautiful places more intensely.

[@dbanniste]

Was looking forward to this chapter .. what can I say , Amazing …just amazing 👌

[@bigmick3978]

Wow scotland really is the most beautiful place on earth

[@andrewjnp]

Outstanding video. Such a tidy boat. You are a wonderful man. Thank you for these videos.

[@jasonking6892]

The Best videos on KZbin I'm sure Erik was a Viking Sailor Navigator Explorer in his past lives 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@jessicaarverne1181]

I was expecting so much about your travel to Saint Kilda, may be too much but I'm not disappointed at all. Woah what a nice voyage ! The adventure was great and the veil on this mysterious island has been lifted just a little bit and the mystery gets even more appealing. I expect your way back home to be even better as if this was possible.

[@thesophiagibson]

You are a legend Erika ..a Viling for the 21st Century... but now you are welcome here in Scotland! Thank you for coming to our amazing wee country. Such a wonderful ❤ adventure 😂❤😂

[@darrenjones3681]

Eric your self Confidence is inspiring, nbsjs is a brilliant contributor what amazes me is your singlehanded offshore sailing ability, and the never give up attitude

[@gradbuckie]

The old Gods are with you Erik! After all your struggles with Greenland they gave you this day at St. Kilda, wow!

[@erikaanderaa]

They give and take at a fine balance☺️

[@philipstrachan6212]

WOW! You do it all - the sailing and the Highlands and Islands - great justice. Thanks for showing us.

[@Ian-vv6tf]

I spent 4 days at St. Kilda in 1998 so thoroughly enjoyed the lovely film of your visit.

[@raykowerchuk2326]

You are a great sailor and explorer. Thank you for the videos.

[@rafaletv8649]

Hi Erik! You are not only a sailor, a photographer, a movie maker... You are an inspiration!!! Keep on doing what you are doing!!! And thanks for the extraordinary footage and stories! fair winds, Erwin

[@erikaanderaa]

Thank you so much Erwin! Cool name, reminds me of Lord of the Rings for some reason🔥☺️

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

"WOW!!" indeed - 25:50 thank you so much for capturing and sharing this scenic adventure... good candy for the eyes.

[@joolscornwell1307]

Another fantastic film from the Great Viking. Enchanting to see St Kilda and beautifully done Love it . 💪💪 keep content coming .

[@MoThomson]

Wonderful video Erik, I love the way you show it all from your perspective. Glad the gennaker behaved this time you were able to get close to the Boreray Stacks. You definitely got lucky with the weather, as it can be rather brutal out there. Looking forward to the next part when you go through the great glen on your way back.

[@diegokolsky2683]

As always great adventure and documentation. My wife who’s not a sailor but a filmmaker calls you the Werner Herzog or the sailing channels. You have a career in film ahead of you! Buenos vientos Eric!

[@WillN2Go1]

Wonderful journey, Erik. Makes me think of the Iceland Sagas. You say those people and places are real? Not possible.... They are true, they found Egil's skull buried right where the sagas said.... St Kilda is real, Harris is real -- you can go there. I love seeing the carabiner. I was crew on a Pacific crossing. When I pulled out my carabiners, it was "What are those for?" Just about everything. Had to leave half of them behind, barber haulers, dinghy, prepping the Parasailor & sheets... The owner bought some in Japan as did another crew member. I understand why snap shackles are needed, release under tension, but when I can I like using a carabiner. The best dreams on a boat is waking up from a land dream and then realizing first, I am on a boat, then second, I am at sea and finally, I'm on the other side of the world crossing a sea. I don't understand why people get drunk, do drugs and don't want to travel or sail.

[@duncanfox5649]

Absolutely amazing Erik, incredible journey and filmmaking. And what a bonus to to my nephew playing the bagpipes for you in Tarbert. Fair winds my friend.

[@jamesconger8509]

Beautiful shots Erik. Your camera work is unmatched.

[@MikeSantis]

Would have been fantastic to go for a hike on St. Kilda. But I guess not easy laying there for more than a few hours due to the weather rapid changes. Thanks for taking us there. Amazing place.

[@stephon4661]

The Viking adventures continue......as the mighty Erik harnesses the power of the wind,, becomes Njord, and conquers the oceans!

[@normanrubenis7283]

What a fabulous episode, well done and you really captured the feel and atmosphere of St Kilda.

[@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756]

What an amazing journey, Eric. Your narrations bring the stories to life. May Njord bring you fair winds and following seas on your way home.

[@martinleepgg]

Bravo Erik, your vids are definitely the best in your field, so informative and realistic and as you say no bullshit. Appreciated from New Zealand.

[@ludovicm2013]

Ah ah ! Scottish whisky but French beer on board ! Beautiful footage and great sailing. Bravo Erik. You’re a genuine Viking !

[@zughoytim]

What an amazing Island, thanks for sharing your journey there!

[@NeoAndersonReloaded]

This is better then watching cable!

[@gordonboot]

Thanks for the reminder Erik - No short cuts and never give up - dreams are for the afterlife. Love it. Cheers and Fair Winds.

[@SY-Janica]

Thanks so much. Your words gave me power again. Never give up. Ok. You can’t now my personality situation, but your words, your video, gave me an impulse. I won’t give up. I will fight my battles. Thank you very much 😊

[@erikaanderaa]

Do never give up, youll make it. There is no excuses If you have a goal. There are so many ways to reach it. Pick the best one☺️

[@BuildingSYMistress]

RESPEKT! 🏆 Brilliant on so many levels! Thank you Erik!

[@alisdairmclean8605]

Good one Erik. You should visit the island of North Rona. It is North of the Butt of Lewis and west of Orkney.

[@erikaanderaa]

Noted!

[@ianjones1118]

Truely not a second of bullshit. I feel different after your videos. Better...like i just returned from a trip. Your editing and narration are just captivating.

[@plbyrne]

Another awesome episode Erik. One of your very best. Until next time !!

[@davepersich3035]

Is this the best KZbin sailing channel? Certainly in the top 3. Such an inspiration. I'm 67 years young and just about to take up sailing. Many of my family were sailors so I guess it's in my blood.

[@getaview5219]

This Fearless Dude changed my life .. now i have two Sailingvessels ;) and i enjoy it sooo much. See you on the Elbe river.

[@daurelb]

Amidst your amazing adventures, you Sir, not only bring across the true nature of sailing, but also show an excellent taste in whisky. And mayby you know, that Bunnahabhain has a save anchorage right in front of the distillery? Save passage for all your journeys Erik!

[@alexandermenzies9954]

A superb video, Erik. The Outer Hebrides have been a favourite stamping ground of mine for many years; great to hear the young pipers at Tarbert, Harris and see their excellent turnout. The light at St Kilda was perfect and the camera drone was surely made for this location.

[@666fiat]

Well done Erik. You set yourself challenges and conquer what the gods through at you. These journeys are magical in their beauty.

[@ianh2674]

Love the narration of your travels Erik, video quality is second to none. You would not expect ocean like glass in that part of the world - truly awesome and look forward to the next part.

[@erikaanderaa]

I was really lucky this day!

[@puneet1977]

Eric, this is so mesmerizing. Thank you for taking us to Saint Kilda Island along with you. Looking forward to your return journey back home. Be safe.

[@idiotinaboat]

GREAT! Love your videos.

[@erikaanderaa]

Thank you!

[@bigskyguy1611]

Some of the finest content on YT. The quality of your videos is amazing. Keep up the great work

[@apennell3575]

As you are sailing Solo you really need a safety harness and life vest.Just one rogue wave and you could be thrown into the sea.Game over.

[@stevenholton438]

Thanks for showing us St Kilda and surroundings Erik!

[@EdithOdden]

Thanks a lot for taking us with you to St Kilda! What a place!! Fabulous filming and storytelling!!

[@twisterwiper]

Wow. Long term subscriber here catching up on videos I have missed. I truly admire your courage to cross treacherous seas to explore these amazing places. You really reap the rewards of your efforts! I got a bit teary eyed from Saint Kilda. What a touching story. All those generations and lives lived there. Children of Saint Kilda. An era that ended in a single day. I cannot imagine what that must have been like for the people who left on that day. Thanks so much for telling their story.

[@ghostpines]

I’ve watched all of your videos and though I have enjoyed them all, for some reason this was my absolute favorite. I believe you’ve hit your stride and found your center. Good stuff. God speed.

[@erikhemmingsson1188]

Erik, you deserve some grand prize for film-makers for taking all of us along for this truly stunning St Kilda adventure, thank you!

[@erikaanderaa]

Thank you so much, Erik!

[@stevec-b6214]

Again and again, you bring the spirit. Thank you very much!

[@paulroberts5677]

The crofters used to pay the rent for their houses with feathers. All the young men decided that they would go to America where they could earn good money instead of subsistence farming. The boat that they were on sank and all died. Hence concluded hundreds of years of island life. The population were led to the Quay by an army pipe band playing a tune that the pipe major had written for the occasion. The leaving of St Kilda. Very sad. I often wonder if any of the people evacuated have relatives that are around today. St Kilda was much bigger than I thought it would be. Thank you so much for your vblog.

[@paulroberts5677]

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[@MrBvdw]

Amazing trip and story, Erik. Proof that there are still hidden treasures to be explored in this world. Thanks for bringing me along.

[@scottsgaragecave]

Another good one. Your story line and camera work really flow well, getting better all the time. How the hell do you get the drone off and on the boat in those seas! Thanks for the video.👍

[@agentdouble-osoul158]

I watch tons of sailing videos and NBJS is right up there, if not the best. Plus single-handed sailing only makes it more appealing. Brilliant video Erik, and the photography is outstanding.

[@user-tn1vc1xz5d]

I'd loooove to go there. I love wild remote islands. 😊😊😊 The Shiant islands are owned by the son of the author Adam Nicolson. Adam's book "A seabird's cry" is fascinating. He also did a good TV programme in 2 parts for the BBC on the historical sites of South Georgia.

[@erikaanderaa]

Interesting!

[@jamesbennett5548]

Thank you for another beautiful and soulful sailing adventure. Just awesome

[@davidalexander-watts6630]

Wonderful to see Boreray and St Kilda so clearly and very different from when I was there - it wasn't safe to stay so we had to turn around and go back.

[@trevorbyron9448]

One see no signs of human life ( save for the museum and church) , the history is amazing...sad...like the silence says a lot without words. This passage around Scotland is exciting - breathtaking... This was one of the most enjoyable videos A masterpiece in sailing.

[@soggybottom3463]

Haven't finished yet, but old scuba trick for clearing blocked sinuses, ears etc...snort a drop of clean sea water from your hand. You're half fish anyway boss, and it normally works...Edit, all finished! Superb job Skipper Eric, thanks for taking us along!! 🤗🤗

[@senermaden592]

I love your videos. I never sailed in my life or I know nothing about sailing. But your videos, your expeditions take me and thousands of other people to extreme part of the world that I didn't even know existed. Thank you for doing this and thank you for sharing with us.

[@kayakell9200]

Stunning! Respect to you. Skol👍

[@tonypalazzo7798]

This is the best sailing channel ever. I watch every episode!

[@TheSonicfrog]

What an amazing place, sailing, and video! Well done.

[@chrissterba501]

This was so incredibly AWESOME! I love the narration on being a dream yet being able to wake up and experience it. As well as sharing! Thank you so very much as this means a lot to those of us not able yet to join but absolutely looking forward to!!! Wish you and your family the best, always!

[@erikaanderaa]

Thank you so much, Chrisster! To share these experiences is why I do this, the whole thing would be pointless If not. Means alot to me, Thanks again❤️

[@Sevetamryn]

Found this by coincident, impressive videos, impressive journeys and i'm a bit jealous ... go on, live the dream show us the beauty of this planet and the ocean.

[@enrique-y6e]

Fantastic. I love the solitude of St. Kilda.

[@lucicarey868]

I think your viking ancestors would be proud of you! Great stuff.. love your channel

[@philipwright7186]

Great episode Erik, terrific drone footage but then again you spoil us with your piloting and sailing skills. I'd say you were pretty lucky with the weather, given what is possible in that region! But what a beautiful place when the weather gods are on your side. So glad you made it to your goal, and thank you for taking us with you.

[@nevillesaunders1916]

Excellent video Erik. Who would have thought you would have such great sailing conditions all the way to St Kilda. What an awesome place to visit. Thanks for taking us along.

[@einarquay]

This one of the top sailing cinematic channels on KZbin. I love this channel!

[@cre8scapeYT]

I subscribed because i love the quality of presentation, production and Sailing. But i also really appreciate the feeling Eric has for the places his visits, their unique people and history.

[@Wolf6151]

Bunnahabhain, an excellent choice. Don't forget to give a tribute to Poseidon for safe passage. Best of luck to you.

[@grabasalad5945]

Erik, thank you. Exquisite footage. Thank you…

[@andrewskipwith9401]

Astounding Erik. Congratulations. St Kilda is a fitting reward for your hard work and perseverance. Thanks for sharing the adventure with us.

[@nearlynativenursery8638]

extremely real sailing and exploring the stunning beautiful Northern seas and breathing isle. Jim Rodgers

[@vladimirpetrovic1316]

Well done mate… beautiful videos. Keep doing a good deed!

[@billbaxter2914]

Superb video Erik. Thank you so much for taking us along.

[@martinreid2231]

loved this video, thanks!

[@Sabhail_ar_Alba]

Excellent photography and narration. The old Kirk house was left the way it was in the 30's with the ink wells still on the desk and old maps showing the Dominion of Canada along with the Bibles. A Spanish freighter smashed up on the rocks a few years ago causing a major eyesore but credit to Spanish govt who sent in a team of contractors to clear up the ship remnants at a cost of millions (£). On one occasion the island was hit by force 12 hurricane - that was quite an experience. It's run by the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) - I was a contractor there for 4 years - pretty tough in the Winter.

[@robertgarbe6348]

Such great videography and sailing. Way to go.

[@man-with-handle]

Awesome Erik, simply awesome!

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

329th subscriber LIKE posted for this, the 2,622nd tag-along view. Always liking the drone footage while under sail.

[@motorcityboatwerks]

Extraordinary! This is Real Sailing Motivation! I love it ! 😁👍

[@Jellesnietes]

Love it! I really enjoyed the editing of pumping the dinghy, great work. Keep it up, can't wait for the next episode!

[@harwichharbourferry6310]

Love your videos. Your editing is back to your old/amazing editing. Thank you