Island hopping 200 miles by boat to Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas

[@G01O]

Congrats on living y’all best life. I hope to soon get there one day… currently dealing with depression so your videos get me through each day

[@LifeByTheBow]

Hey man stay strong. Just know that you have a purpose in life, depression is a part of finding it. Discomfort is what’s needed in order to grow, in other words if it weren’t for the bad days the good days wouldn’t be so good. I can promise whatever it is that you’re going through that you can come out on top. Happiness is all based on outlook, persistence and positivity. Find what it is that makes you happy, go after it and never give up. We are always here for you my friend!

[@G01O]

@@LifeByTheBow thank you so much. Finding your purpose is a tough but needed journey! I thank y’all for the beautiful moments you share. One of the best channels on KZbin. Peace love and happiness all over your channel.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Your welcome buddy and agreed! It’s hard to find what it is that you feel destined to do. But once you find it, hold onto it and embrace it. Stay strong man!

[@robertway196]

Stay strong brotha! If you need someone to talk to, reach out to someone please. Expressing yourself is the best for to beat it. Dealt with it a lot in the line of work i did and its not easy but you can do it

[@sdean4816]

There’s a lot to be depressed about now but things will get better. Hang in there.

[@iancordova]

How can people dislike this video?? This is awesome and thank you guys for taking us along and inspiring!

[@OffTheHookChartersVenice]

I know! I was thinking the same thing! This video is awesome!

[@REPR100]

Maybe they don’t like the music

[@federico7074]

Hi. I'm watching this video from Italy! Great videos and wonderful boat!!! How about mercs and yamahas? Which one is the best or the most reliable? P.S. I have mercury Bye

[@olddiver]

Great piece of history and outstanding photography throughout the whole trip. Having your folks there to share it all is something special. Fantastic guys!

[@MiamiLiving305]

One day ima get to your level of video creation. Im surprised you have not been picked up by National Geographic or Discovery channel your videos and cinemagraphic are that good and top notch. I defintly will have to make a run down there in my Boat soon before the water starts to get cold!

[@figurerust]

whats the 100 k vid going to be?

[@vodkalima]

Always great videos and filming, all the best and keep enjoying life at the fullest. Keep the videos coming !

[@comfortablynumb9342]

I loved the Dry Tortugas when I was there about 30 years ago. My high school took 20 of us to camp for 4 nights in the beach. The boat took us fishin' and I caught the biggest fish, a fat mutton snapper. Good times! The lobsters were huge, plentiful and protected unfortunately. It's a beautiful place with lots of fish and the fort is awesome.

[@Theeightmilebend]

Killer video as usual! Very cool that you are spending this unforgettable time with your parents! The scenery was absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing Clay and Stephanie.

[@rbeck007]

Absolutely love your video and your quest for adventure ! I’m sat here in Yorkshire England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 dying to get over to Florida again with my family. The Keys and Gulf coast are just the best of Florida for me. I first visited as a 8 year old kid in 1976 your Bi centennial year. America 🇺🇸 has never left my mind since. We’ve been back many times over the years. You look to have the dream life, keep up the inspiring work. God bless America and all the good people who live there !! Richard

[@teamspinningballyhoo904]

Love it! I wanna do this one day! 1. What hotel did you stay in? 2. Did you feel like your boat was safe in the marina? 3. Did you fuel up in Key West before/after? How much fuel does your boat hold?

[@pickfess]

Beautiful photography/videography and editing! Very enjoyable to watch and gets me to planning future cruises!

[@a.c.a7038]

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[@rafaelnaciff]

bro thanks for this video. I'm waiting for my robalo R222 and I can't wait to explore just like you guys!. Once again thanks and congrats. EXCELENT work! GRACIAS!

[@markm391]

This episode inspired me to get off my butt and book the tour! This time it wasn't sold out. I'm really looking forward to seeing this place. Thank you for sharing another great trip!

[@InTheLab00]

Favorite day of the week when I get the notification that y'all posted! Keep up the great work, can't wait to see what the future holds for y'all!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@MikeSmith-nu9wt]

Man...i built a boat ( 96 aquasport osprey 26' w/honda 225 ,to do this , saved up a bunch of cash ,and no one wants to go ..is this a trip i can do alone ?

[@rmretherford]

Love your guys videos, trying to get a job down there at Turkey Point live the dream a little further south. Hey, when y'all left Key West to the Tortugas did you take the Gulf side or Oceanside? Or any suggestions which side you would run?

[@xxtruxx1]

Hey guys! Planning on running down to Key West from Miami for a wedding in April. Planning on running the boat down so I can get some fishing in & maybe hit up Tortuga. What're some good hotels down there with marina options?

[@jeepstinger]

It’s a park. Far from abandoned. Sorry but your title is a lie and the video is a failure and nothing more than clickbait.

[@russellmakar579]

Nice video, and you did it without showing off your girls t and a. Not that I would not mind seeing that, but just saying because all the other sailing shows have skimpy bikinis on beautiful women, which is a good thing also, that's one of the reasons I watch them.

[@michaelhodges3608]

wow. nice. you do a great job with the narration. the views speak for themselves And you seem like a good guy and a good son!!!!!!

[@greggmanning9689]

Looked like a great experience to share with your parents.

[@davidmills9086]

Another awesome video, I have the same questions as Spinning Ballyhoo

[@pathfinder509]

If you’re going to thank God, at least capitalize His name.

[@jfxl1977]

Oh, man! This brought back some super awesome memories! What a fantastic trip! Thank you for sharing it! And, here's to all the parents out there, inspiring their children to create the life they want!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much!

[@kyrkwalters5658]

For real

[@davidsearle483]

Best music, best photography, best couple, best fishing show.Keep it up guys.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you David and appreciate the kinds words!

[@gregbrokaw3748]

The wife and I have life by the bow date night...your video and take out We look forward to every new show.

[@THAMSAYYAPPAN]

Nice videos and looking pleasant. Wishes from India

[@richardnone5644]

68.8 mi Distance from Key West to Fort Jefferson

[@mr1asvegas784]

Another great video. This has become my favorite show period. So much so that we've been making plans to move out of the desert and get some of that Caribbean life!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks so much! A move to Florida will not be regretted with access to the water.

[@ivettebauzo9242]

You 2 are truly inspirational! Thanks for taking the time to take us along for the ride! Gby!

[@OffTheHookChartersVenice]

Agreed!

[@justinmurray5359]

What camera equipment do you guys use?

[@romeofoxtrot363]

MADEIRA BEACH in the house!!!!

[@toddjones1403]

One of the coolest places I’ve ever been. Great snorkeling just outside the prison walls!

[@fearmyspear3731]

It’s a military fort, not a prison, they did keep prisoners there at one point, but strictly for labor

[@Teddy-hc5ck]

Mrs.Cowart we miss u so much! -tedsy

[@Mark-ov9hj]

Great Video! Brought back memories of my father with his Chris Craft Commander. He was EVERYWHERE down there. Thank you!

[@LifeByTheBow]

You’re very welcome Mark!

[@Sambo111]

Nice....any link to camera/lens?

[@dsm2shoes]

I found it astonishing that two paramount aspects of Fort Jefferson were omitted from your story. The first being (actually the most import fact you left out) that in an estimated 40 years Fort Jefferson will be gone due entirely to climate change. The sea level will encroach on the forts foundation compromising the mortar and rendering the ramparts structurally unsound. Combined by the fact that the land surrounding the fort will disappear under the waves (view an aerial photo of the archipelago from 50 years ago and compare it with onee from google earth) So get out there while you can before it's placed off limits due simply to insurance and liability concerns. And the second no less interesting fact that was absent from your sstory. Fort Jefferson is where Doctor Samuel Mudd was imprisoned for over 3 year, the doctor who set John Wilkes Booths fractured fibula (broken leg). Hippocratic Oath aside one could make a strong argument that was a bad move!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Great facts, but there’s tons of videos on KZbin that describe exactly what you just mentioned. Our goal in this video was to show an experience/tell our story. Not repeat what everyone else has done.

[@petermacgregor9805]

Where did you guys sleep? In a tent?

[@nivenniven9108]

Pls wht are yr sunglass brand

[@LifeByTheBow]

Costa sunglasses 😎

[@nivenniven9108]

@@LifeByTheBow thx you so much from Mauritius island

[@Erik-xt6mg]

Amazing trip and the editing on these videos is top-notch!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Erik appreciate you watching!

[@mistersniffer6838]

Really really hot is NOT beautiful weather!! Is beautiful water though....

[@LifeByTheBow]

Sorry you feel that way. We love the heat. Thanks for watching.

[@chadblackman5333]

How do you go to dry tortugas and not snorkel?

[@kenlyngretz1024]

What marina did you stay at in Key West?

[@Yankeegiant2]

Probably a long shot, but what sunglasses does clay wear? Look like Costa, but what model?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Costa Reeftons 👍🏼

[@gregbrady8454]

Is that your dad or dad by marriage?

[@bookertee3057]

Is the crocodile 🐊 still alive?

[@coopshopdesigns4890]

Does auto pilot control your throttle

[@TheQuadruped]

Just simply the best shades of blue on the planet. Down by 3, bottom of the 9th, full count, and there’s the pitch… THWACK !!!

[@carrielynnmarieacevedo]

Seriously, it cant get better! I have always wanted to see Dry Tortugas!! 🤤

[@LifeByTheBow]

You can take a sea plane or ferry!

[@floridaoutdooradventures8981]

One day, I want to upgrade from a small center console to 30 ft walk-around with a cabin of course and spend most of my time on the water.... That's my ultimate dream!!! Nice mutton by the way! -:)

[@atneto10]

Very thanks for this video ! I loved this paradise !!!! Alex from Brazil

[@williamenochs4252]

The keys are my favorite place to be! I’m going to dry tortugas in June for the first time. Can’t wait!! Beautiful video ✨

[@aswaff400]

Dry Tortugas is by far my favorite place, nothing like it, fishing is amazing, caught my personal best mutton and red grouper there. one lesson we learned fishing/camping there for 3 days, is bring as much ice as you possibly can bring

[@daveharris6279]

I think I’ll go to Fort Jeff on your recommendation. Probably need to buy my condo in Marco and then buy my Regal 38 SAV. I’ll figure it out.

[@greg123168]

Again, so jealous!!!!! thank you for another great video. Do you have a place down there that sells your clothing? I will be down on the 30th of September , we have a trip planned with Two Conchs.

[@M3LTUP]

Nice video. Thanks

[@JohnSmith-fs4dx]

I’m amazed at the incredible quality of your videos - you guys could do a master class on this. For the benefit of everyone else on KZbin, have you ever considered doing a video on HOW to film and produce great productions like you do?

[@TheFinancialMinute]

This looks like so so much fun! New subscriber!! Beautiful cinematography!! Huge thumbs up!!

[@TheFinancialMinute]

Beautiful fish!!

[@Jenger420]

My girlfriend & I literally just got back from our trip to Dry Tortugas. Would absolutely recommend to anyone! We did it via Yankee Freedom ferry. Next time we are going to camp there!

[@darengreen1923]

You both are absolutely amazing. Stephanie you are stunning and Beautiful. You are a real woman enjoying a sport adding it as a real woman not a skinny twig wearing lingerie. You wear simple buoutfits both on the b e boat and off that are amazing. Now Clay I wasn't hiting on your wife I'm hoping she will know how she is a true embarcadero asyou are. You have a calmness that allows ,e to relax when I ho to bed or come home just exhausted. Thank you both so much!!

[@southwestservicetechinc.8041]

Hi guys how are you very nice video congratulations again for this channel

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks!

[@user-mm4je1sb9b]

Absolutely Gorgeous...and the scenery at the Tortugas ain't bad either. 🤩

[@Whalermansteve84]

I’m looking at getting a 30 ft scarab with twin 250 mercs and was wondering how the water was and if that size boat would be ideal for taking to the dry tortugas.. I would probably just trailer the boat down to key west and then drive it to the tortugas. How much fuel did you fill up and how much did you consume ? My main concern is getting out there and not having enough fuel to return. The scarab has a 200 gallon tank

[@xxBlazinBobxx]

What a fun trip! I enjoy watching your channel after a hard day at work. I now tell my wife I'm going to move us to the FLA Keys and buy a boat! Ok, probably not, but I like the idea!

[@zackrepo97]

Hey clay and Stephanie I have a question, Is there a difference between the “ball style hats” and the “trucker style”?? Cause I want to order the black dorado but it says ball cap i usually wear trucker style. Thank you !! Keep up the great videos !

[@MrWildbill1991]

Great video as always. I know you guys provide some useful tips in most of your videos in regards to fishing; however, a video on specifically on fishing tips, bait, and tackle would be great for me. You have solidified yourself as a legitimate knowledge source so it would carry more weight than the random videos I find on KZbin. Can't wait to take the trip from Tampa Bay to Key West!

[@barelyafloatwithsteve3975]

That was a Great Video, it's So Cool that you got to share those Memories with your parents ‼️

[@floridadesign656]

Great Video and great looking trip. You guys are fun to watch. I was wonder if you could share who you contacted to arrange the boat parking in Key West?

[@eeshadd]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing! Can't imagine going 200 miles on boat.

[@tonioyendis4464]

Are there ever any concerns of running out of fuel during those long boat trips?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Hey there hope our boat has a 500 gallon fuel capacity so we have plenty if you want we do these trips great point to add though.

[@1973superdad]

400 miles!!!! Wow woulda been cheaper to fly, lol

[@ruthlong6876]

Hey another great video that water looks amazing would love to put my feet in that sand and water til next time bye 😎👍🙏❤️🇺🇸

[@sflspotter6638]

You are blessed beyond words can explain. Cherish the moments you have with your parents cause once they’re gone it will be all about the memories. I hope someday to also make it down to the Tortugas. Funny thing is me and my family did a lot of fishing and exploring the keys as kids same with my wife and her family. Keep up the great videos love them.

[@Coloradohyperlite]

Another epic video! Definitely on my bucket list for sure especially when you said it's like a bahama trip only calm waters.

[@zoranmicevski7494]

A great place to visit

[@jimcampbrill5061]

I have a question for clay regarding an avail shirt he was wearing that I want to buy

[@LifeByTheBow]

Hey Jim sure thing, send me an email [e-mail] 👍🏼

[@onelabreu951]

Been dying to take my boat over there. From Naples it’s pretty far. Glad you guys had a great time… especially with your parents. Beautiful beaches over there

[@Jim_Berry]

I’m sure you have a Satellite phone for these trips....right?

[@m3sixspeed824]

Wow! Fantastic video! Love the drone shots of boat underway, white sand beaches and all the colors in the water. Enjoyed seeing how happy your family was going on this adventure together. Lot of smiles and laughs. Congratulations on success of your channel!

[@williamquinn313]

Your videos are so cool I love Florida Keys, been there several times.Thanks keep up the entertainment.

[@haywoodjablowme2972]

you guys are all right

[@bmarano11]

Awesome video guys, got my avail gear in the mail and quality is top notch great stuff guys!

[@erniewallace7687]

Dry Tortugas have always been a dream for me. I'll get there - it's a bucket list item for me.

[@julienrobins4121]

Sometimes there are no words !! Love the family and the giving back.

[@mikemitera607]

I was camping there it’s so beautiful there was a big salt water crocodile that Wallis swim in the area and vary nice coral would recommend

[@rscriff416]

The Dry Tortugas Lighthouse looks a lot like the one in Barnegat Light NJ.

[@kfvernon73]

Another outstanding video. This one is very timely having lost my father 22 years ago today..... never got to make such memories with him so it's great seeing you able to and appreciating those moments. Hope to be down there and exploring those same waters at some point in my life.

[@robertovalls]

You guys are great!

[@tenuem3604]

Great Video, love the camerawork. Keep going 👍

[@richardcuneo1727]

Does anyone know what the marina is where they keep the boat here?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Garrison Bite Marina

[@mitchelleinwechter6340]

LET'S GET TO 90K!!!!!!

[@SFROutdoors]

Nice monologue at 9mins Clay, very well said

[@walker8989]

Research star forts, they are all over the world. The history of this thing they tell us is a lie. Cool video.

[@daveenlow1103]

Great trip with the parents! Ready to get my in-laws down there for a visit, we loved our first trip there. Keep up the good work!

[@inquisitive980]

Smooth water, no tabs, long ride, average speed?

[@GroundedFlyboy737]

Living the good life, good for you and your family. Nice.

[@MarkBklyn]

How do you handle the sun on island hopping for few days?

[@LifeByTheBow]

Staying covered from the sun. Check out our website availgear.com all of our gear is UPF50+

[@christinapollock5163]

Unbelievable wow