Living on a Powerboat in Exuma Bahamas, It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This! | Ep.43

[@SearchingforCShels]

So it sounds pretty unanimous, everyone wants more frequent videos, long or short. In order to do that though they will have to be shorter. So our goal right now is to get the next episode out by next Wednesday! Thanks so much for all the feedback and all the love! We appreciate each and every one of you.

[@thebear6529]

hey guys,happy to see the motivation in yous to produce more content.so next wednesday? {lol omg ok i just realized this is from a year ago.}

[@longrider50]

The colorful fish, the reefs, the underwater flora are absolutely stunning, almost unbelievable. Since spending time in the Bahamas, I no longer go into the ocean waters along the central US east coast. Much thanks.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for watching Skip. Cheers!

[@argtv100]

Very glad to see you have the engine repaired and are back to enjoying the adventure. Happy to watch whatever you care to share.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks! We appreciate that.

[@pla5730]

I could watch this content forever ... how absolutely beautiful ! The iguanas looked fun too

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks, you are too kind.

[@theresadeyoung381]

Lived on Exuma for 20 years. My husband was the island veterinarian. The people and island and water are unbelievable. Enjoy

[@SearchingforCShels]

It is truly paradise.

[@markcapilitan3484]

Great video! Hard to beat the Exumas! Nice to see you using the bucket trick to look into the water...locals we fish with in Exuma do the same...that's where we've seen it done!

[@gt7cuppels418]

Whatever you guys do is okay with me. I have followed your episodes from the very beginning. They bring back fond memories. Keep up the good work

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for sticking with us so long! Greatly appreciated.

[@danh3534]

Always found 7-12 minutes is a good length to watch on youtube. Awesome video/editing, good amount of work went into that and it shows!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Dan. Very kind of you to recognize the work. Really appreciate your comment. Cheers!

[@gcrimr]

Amazing Job! Emily watch it twice with us and she was laughing and screaming when she saw the different fish and mammals. When she saw you guys she would say, "there is uncle Sheldon and aunt Cyndi. She loved it. So glad you guys are enjoying heaven on earth! love yous!

[@SearchingforCShels]

What a sweetheart!

[@DollarTreeFlyer]

Yes more often is great! Buying our boat this spring, hope to someday meet y'all out there

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks John! Yes it would be great to meet you out here! Let us know when you are close. Cheers!

[@markstephens2942]

Shorter videos and more frequent is good!

[@jhudds67]

I like the 12 to 15 minute format on the travel and adventure stuff. You can always put out a longer one on particular topics, and please add some general maintenance ones too. We all know it’s not all bars and snorkeling, there’s a lot of work that goes into being on a boat! Cheers

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the feedback Jeffrey. Yes we have some maintenance stuff in the can, so to speak. Have you see the slightly older vids with the engine issues and boat makeover videos?

[@jhudds67]

@@SearchingforCShels Yes I did, I love the make over videos you did to the interior and the exterior upgrade, and of course I was watching the engine issue , I am in the process of re powering our 30 Penn Yan sportfish.

[@mikeramsey9747]

All I can say is "WOW", that water looks awesome and so clear.

[@johnjcoxiii9401]

Videos 12 to 15 minutes are perfect.....like this one in which you packed a lot of excitement. the Old Coastie.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the great feedback John.

[@clifcuster008]

Envious! Good for y’all!! Hello from Texas.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Hi Chif! Thanks!

[@vresor]

Short and more frequent is great. Spectacular places, guys. Very nice.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Vince!

[@petermcgrory5267]

I really enjoyed watching you two on your travels. Thanks, Peter

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks so much Peter!

[@robercoles7277]

Well done on the videos! You have encouraged my family or more importanly me, to boat to the Bahamas! As a planner, architect, boater, that means we bought a dock with a house first in Palm City, capable of having a couple of large boats. Now we have to pick up a suitable cruiser. Tolly or other.. say hello if you need a dock, car, stop in Stuart/Palm City Florida...we have room for the 44 Robert and Channe

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks so much for the offer of the dock. We will keep it in mind if we are ever in need. Good luck in the boat search. So glad we could play a small role in pushing you toward the lifestyle. You won't regret it. 😎👍

[@michaeleavenson6880]

Beautiful place. Thanks for sharing

[@MN-ty2rc]

Excellent video, both content and quality. Planning a trip to the Exumas, can't wait to see that insanely beautiful blue water!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Emily! When are you coming?

[@MN-ty2rc]

Will be there january 2020...can't come fast enough!!!

[@daleportorford]

Personally, I think videos in the 10 minute range, such as this one are perfect!

[@stevenhanna242]

Wow we have the best waters in the world

[@DooDooFairy]

You guys are awesome. Thanks for taking me along!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Ah thanks! You are awesome too, taking time out of your day to watch and comment. Greatly appreciated. Cheers!

[@DooDooFairy]

Searching for C-Shels I truly love you guys. I wish nothing but the best for you. If I could afford a boat my wife and I would so love to hang out with you guys. Wow how awesome would that be we could have a joint friends channel lol. Stay well, stay healthy and live the life!!

[@kaliwilcoxon3605]

Thank you guys! Very motivating to live your dreams!!!

[@wilson242ful]

I live in the Bahamas its awesome. The marina you guys stop to in Freeport was Knowles marine . And its nassau-u=aw

[@SearchingforCShels]

Yes we love it in the Bahamas and the people are amazing. Yes we know we pronounce that wrong, we are from the east coast of Canada and pronounce most everything wrong. 😉

[@bryanagnew7551]

Short or long, as long as we get to see you guys doing what you do best! Thank you for your videos.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thank you Bryan! Greatly appreciate your feedback.

[@dillonjohnston4012]

I liked the video. I find once a week is a good amount for videos, keeps things fresh and they don't have to be too long.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Dillon. Yes fresh is a good goal. Duly noted. Cheers!

[@tobysurmann1936]

Love this video - beautiful! I was thinking it might also be nice to see some time lapse footage when you’re cruising past some islands or where there’s something to see. Safe travels!

[@SearchingforCShels]

We have timelapses up and coming, stay tuned! Thanks Toby!

[@cruisingcircadia6574]

Thanks for wanting to make more frequent videos. I love watching them.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Melissa, we love making them for you! Cheers!

[@errolG68]

Longer vids with more detail. Enjoyed this one

[@reddog7069]

All your stuff is great , short , long we like them all . more please

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks! 😀

[@dantittle8642]

Absolutely gorgeous! Can't wait to visit. Thanks for sharing, guys. Also, I'm liking the new video idea. I think 10 to 15 minute videos are fine. It's also good to have some variety with shorter clips.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the feedback Dan. Cheers!

[@nwdualsport]

Just found you guys! Great video, subscribed! More videos; shorter if need be, Thanks for taking us along!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks George! Great to have you aboard!

[@CDNRower99]

Short and sweet sounds good!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Seems to be the majority opinion. Thanks!

[@58and87]

Great as always, I am in the same boat, (pun intended!), as the guy below, so I look forward to being part of your adventures, many thanks.

[@SearchingforCShels]

It’s great to have you a part of the adventure. Cheers!

[@Vegvisir_Oceanis]

I really liked this episode. A little bit of various stuff. Cruising, exploring, diving and relaxing combined with the day to day maintanance on the boat 👍

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks!

[@Vegvisir_Oceanis]

I'd love to do what you do, and I'm working on making it happen within the next two years. Daily job combined with assisting some scubadiving classes ( I have Padi Rescue diver, working on dive master) and refitting my boat myself will eventually get me there

[@flomiller6175]

Amazing Exuma! We had so much fun in the Bahamas 🇧🇸 ❤ Cool video too peace!

[@darrellwillburn3066]

Awesome guys , wish I was there . Got to get to the Bahamas some day.

[@expresscruiserlife]

Anything posted more frequently from you guys would be fantabulous!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks! 😀

[@jenniferrahming7560]

Awesome video. The Exuma Island and cays in the Bahamas is amazing. Make sure you check the swimming pigs at Big Major Cay and the sharks at compass cay

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Jennifer We are checkout some of those places. This pigs at Big Major will be in an upcoming episode. Cheers!

[@JT-1969]

Wow, beautiful water and beaches. I’m so happy you guys are able to live and travel the way you do. I have a boat, but live in Indiana, so only lakes in the summer for me and my family. Love the videos, long or short doesn’t matter to me, just keep them coming. Live, Love, Enjoy life, keep exploring!!! 😀

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks! Very kind of you to say, Cheers to you and your family!

[@tomkelly2497]

Happy New Year you two! The new short videos are good by me, just like everyone else what every you can give us is good by me.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks, happy new year to you as well!

[@blairseward9079]

I’m up in Canada and need a boating fix via video this time of year.... I vote shorter more often. Love what your doing and so pleased you share!! Keep well. Blair

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Blair!

[@michae8jackson378]

What beautiful waters! Yes it inspires us to buy our boat to start cruising when I finally retire! Lol! I’m fine w longer videos! You guys do a great job of edit8ng and producing videos. But I can tell from all the people I watch on KZbin how much work it is to do. So you must make yourselves happy and enjoy your life first. That’s what we enjoy seeing!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Michael, that is very kind to say.

[@toofast43]

Great idea with short and frequent so it keeps us jealous people something to look forward to while stuck on land!! Maybe a longer one every once in a while when you guys find a really nice place like the anchorage you pulled into last during high tide!

[@SearchingforCShels]

We will see what we can do. We are hoping jealous = inspired and motivated right? 😉

[@toofast43]

Absolutely!

[@dillonfrazier776]

Love all your videos. What ever makes you guys happy. I know you put so much hard work into each video. Take your time and keep doing what your doing. I hate to see y’all rush and make this a job.

[@SearchingforCShels]

You are too kind. Thanks.

[@everniqueyoung5272]

I’m glad you love my country ..242 to the world

[@SearchingforCShels]

Amen to that!

[@JCAJCA3]

Very nice! GOD bless. JC Oh, video brought back some great memories. Hope to get back there soon.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks so much JC!

[@dolphini3]

Loved the video. Since you asked: Shorter videos, focus on per location - explore each island for those of us that has to keep working! Thanks for sharing ... loved it!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the great feedback Michael! Cheers!

[@johnrattray7010]

We look forward to your video's, so in our opinion like the more frequent idea as we sit in the frozen north waiting for launch day..!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Awesome, will do!

[@nancyhuss6653]

Love your videos either way! Hope to cruise to the Bahamas next winter!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Hope to see you here.

[@jrogers7628]

I enjoy your videos..... and yes they do inspire me to explore more.. Videos 10-15 long are perfect... my busy lifestyle only allows me short periods of time to watch... keep them coming..I hope to celebrate my 50th B-day in Freeport, Bahamas..

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Joe! we loved Freeport.

[@mvdorego]

Whatever, long, short... I really like your videos and to follow you - thanks so much for sharing.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for watching and following. Its great to have you here! Cheers!

[@goodguy9979]

I am soooo glad to have found your channel. I love everything about world travel by water but am sick of watching someone "trim their sail" and complain about the available wind for the millionth time. Power yachting baby!!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

lol, thanks! We like sailing channels, but agree we need more motor vessel channels. Cheers!

[@marciaweilenman6618]

Can't wait to see more from y'all! Your channel is great for people like us who plan to retire, get a power yacht and see the Great Loop/East Coast/Bahamas. No plans for us to see the world- we will leave that to the 30 year olds sailing small monohulls! That is why your channel is unique and has a great target audience! Thanks for including us on your adventures and we hope to run into y'all in a few years!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks! Hope to see you on the water.

[@TCsPaperBlessingscrafts]

Great video! Long or short...whatever works best for you guys. Just love being part of your incredible journey. Blessings

[@SearchingforCShels]

You are too kind.

[@dougmacdonald2409]

Nice video. Thanks for sharing

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for watching!

[@frankcaptain4392]

I enjoy EVERY video you guys put out. As long as you dont stop making videos, its good either way! Thank you for all videos, long or short! 👍🏻

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thank you for the feedback Frank. We appreciate you watching.

[@julietraub2792]

Love the new opening,great editing,keep up good work!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks so much Julie!

[@johnlennie7470]

Another great video. Love the shorter more frequent idea.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Awesome, thanks John!

[@Ryan-jx4vh]

I’m in Nassau this week. We really love the Bahamas. Great video.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Ryan! Enjoy your time in Nassau. Cheers!

[@diannebenedict1641]

Awesome video ‼️I like the length a lot. Thank you for living my dream‼️🙏

[@SearchingforCShels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thebear6529]

I think the Bahamas is the reason why these videos are so amazing. It’s just soo beautiful there,it’s hard for anything to look bad on video. My GOSH the colour of the water, ohh my!! How did you guys manage to come back to Canada. I don’t think I would of,especially if I had a boat like c-shells.

[@robjohnson2649]

Great video, don't care if they are shorter. Just keep them coming. Thanks

[@SearchingforCShels]

LOL, ok, roger that. Cheers Rob!

[@kevinhirdes8097]

Like the idea of more videos. Could have more of your anchorage exploration today. Keep up the good work.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@LEXPIX]

Wow, such clear, blue waters. Great vid.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks!

[@RiggingDoctor]

Must be nice to get places in good time. Took us 5 days to sail from Nassau to Allen’s Cay because it was all upwind!

[@SearchingforCShels]

lol, I'm sure you're kidding.

[@RiggingDoctor]

Searching for C-Shels wish I was! The 38 mile distance took us 180 miles of tacking to make it there. It was awful :(

[@lavieenamour]

Wonderful video! Looks stunning where you are😍 Thanks for sharing! Just subscribed :)

[@Stephen-du3cr]

Great video. Make sure you stay at Pipe Cay in the Exuma Cays. Just across from Compass Cay Marina. It is the old US tracking station and has a cement dock great for tying up to. Rocky Dundas and it's cave is very near and a must to visit. Enjoy our Cays.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Stephen! We have already enjoyed some of those places. We just love it here.

[@johnwootton836]

Thanks so much for sharing! Loved it!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for watching John!

[@elmiguel6725]

wish me and my wife could hang out with you guys on a trip.

[@aclem8246]

When I lived in Florida I met couples who had sold everything and bought a live aboard sail boat to retire into. Very claustrophobic small quarters. Although fun for a time you could tell that they felt stuck and regretted it.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Well we've been aboard this boat for over 3 years. Everyday we sit back and say this is the best decision we have ever made. We cannot go back.

[@momcramer5102]

Food, drinks, caves, more!!!

[@frankrice5364]

GORGEOUS shots great job with the camera

[@verngay6557]

Amazing trip info and videos,

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Vern!

[@JCCruising]

Great video, good job guys :) Have fun!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks guys!

[@beblessed2052]

How beautiful!!!🛥🌞🏝

[@billdomb]

See you've been diving with Sunn Odyssey. Great folks!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Yes they are! We love those folks. Cheers William.

[@surcamar]

Thank you, I realy like maintenance videos or a camera on during the pasage . Thank you.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the feedback. Cheers!

[@michelladouceur5324]

Always happy to look at your videos, so the more frequent the better. It keeps us updated on your journey and it is easier to follow. Keep up the great work and enjoy paradise.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for taking the time to comment Michel. Cheers!

[@snocrazee]

Weekly would be awesome but don't kill yourselves. Thanks for sharing. You know we enjoy the videos Cyndi and Sheldon. Cheers!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Killing ourselves is not on the agenda, lol. Thanks Bret and Talyn. We really appreciate the encouragement you guys give. Thanks for being around for so long.

[@williamtravis9283]

Nice to see actual living coral!

[@burtlancaster4130]

Nice video presentation guys. Hoping we catch up next season.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Guys, yes hope you get down again next season. Are you enjoying it up north this winter?

[@jonhering5660]

Great idea...but just do what you do and we will watch!!!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks, you are very kind.

[@robertalexander2478]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I'm inspired, I'm definitely buying a sailboat!

[@SearchingforCShels]

That’s the funniest thing we read all day! Cheers mate!

[@robertalexander2478]

@@SearchingforCShels I'm so serious! Sometimes you just wanna get away from it all

[@SearchingforCShels]

We hear you, we hear you! Dream it and do it. Hope to meet you out here.

[@dave9072000]

Awesome! Would you mind providing a list in the description of the cays you visited. Sometimes you say the names so fast it's hard to hear them precisely. I like to refer to them on the chart. Planning a trip to the Bahamas in my 39' boat, so this is really helpful. Thank you!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Done. The Cays are updated in the description. Will make note and do it from now on. Will try to incorporate the test in the video as well. We seem to think everyone understands us, lol, but know that can't be the case. May try to go back through other videos and put the locations in as well. Thanks so much for your feedback. Hope to see you out here Dave. Cheers!

[@dave9072000]

@@SearchingforCShels Thanks guys! Cheers!

[@wilson242ful]

I live in the Bahamas its awesome.

[@seatravel8536]

Spectacular anchorage, your right Sheldon, doesn't get a,y better!

[@winterfreak1]

Would enjoy a few short for a few weeks and one long at least in the month if possible.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks, that feedback is greatly appreciated. Cheers!

[@garyormerod698]

looks amazing .. I will take whatever you are willing to put out there. I have the boat but I am past the age to do what you guys are accomplishing , so like many followers we will dream along.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Gary! We really appreciate you dreamers following! We say you are never past the age. 😉Cheers friend!

[@nodakbison6615]

Cindy and Shel, Happy New Year!As another person wrote...I will take whatever you folks offer in terms of frequency. The yard we have doing our refitting is slow. Out refitting yard went to replace one condenser in our 1977 Cruiseair system of 3 and not only do they not make that one but upon closer examination....well it is a completely new system from thru hull to the switches. Everything....then a no match part was sent....Heh, we are looking to April 1st to relaunch SIGMACHI and next winter perhaps we will be in warm blue waters like C-Shell. One request.. Your offerings are timeless and just magnificent ...However, I'd like to see the date and general location imprinted at the beginning of the film. Wishing both of you happiness and TIGHT LINES! Alan Alan & Jeanne Cecil M/V SIGMACHI 40' Pacemaker Flush Deck Flybridge Currently on shore in Deltaville. VA

[@michaelrutledge7048]

It IS beautiful there. The first time we took our 43 GB over, my wife was panicking that we were going to ground out. I told her, “Relax, we're in 35 ft. of water!!”. Now, after downsizing, I’m content to finish my days fishing in the Keys. Enjoy, you two, it goes by fast!!

[@SearchingforCShels]

lol, the water can fool you over here. We will. Thanks for the encouragement Michael.

[@Bratwire]

Hi Guy great video ! Watching from Cardinal :)

[@SearchingforCShels]

Hey, thanks for watching!

[@tomkobialka7504]

More short videos. Thanks so much for sharing .

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks for the feedback Tom!

[@kelzescape986]

Wow.... love the Exumas and can't wait to get over there next year. We're enjoying the Florida Key's this year, but will be crossing after Christmas this year. Definitely like the shorter more frequent videos and have been working to define our path based on information your providing. Key's water is great, but Exuma water is amazing!!! Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks guys!

[@davidfreeman7750]

AS A MAN THAT IS VERY NEAR A COFIN , YOUR VIDEOS ARE FANTACTIC I WISH I COULD DO THE SAME PLEASE KEEP THE VIDEIES COMEING, MANY THANKS VERY GOOD LUCK FROM THE UK

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thank you. You are too kind. Cheers to you!

[@GreatWhiteGT]

Glad I found you... I belong to a bunch of "sailing" channels, but it's much harder to find good power boat cruising channels. You got yourselves a new subscriber! I'm shopping for a trawler under 40' and your boat is a beast... but beautiful!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Rob! Glad to have you aboard. Would love to hear about your plans sometime. Cheers!

[@GreatWhiteGT]

Rest assured... When I find my boat I'll let the world know! I'm thinking of naming it "Dirty Old Man". :-)

[@SearchingforCShels]

lol

[@uwhaku]

I am very interested in doing something similar in the future. I have grown up on the Great Lakes and regularly used 18 foot power boats. Were did you get your nautical training, or how do you recommend training, for larger boats (>40ft)? Also how did you do your planning in regards to which islands and ports to stop and schedule along your trip? Thanks for your help and I am seriously envious of your adventures!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Aaron. Years ago we took coursed from the Power and Sail Squadron in Canada. It was a big help with navigation, plotting, tides, rules of the road, etc. There is probably a power and sail group close to you. We also boated for almost 20 years before heading to the Bahamas. Every year in the Great Lakes we would venture further and always get a little out of our comfort zone from time to time. Also, online and printed material are great as well - Active Captain and Waterway Guide comes to mind to help with the best places to go. Hope this helps. If you want any more info, please feel free to ask. Cheers!

[@TheBeatlemanic]

Long or short doesn't matter. I would like more info when you get to a port on customs as to what you have to go through before you start enjoying islands.

[@TomRamage]

I very much enjoy your videos. Don't pass up Compass and Staniel cays. You will enjoy both places!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Thomas. We have already anchored around the areas of Compass and Staniel. We loved it! Cheers!

[@glenng2282]

How about a boat tour, and some insight of long voyages, food prep, food storage, refrigeration if used. We are planing some trips aboard our Sea Ray 370 Sundancer, M/V Arai. Awesome videos, just found you guys, got tired of Delos. Thanks for sharing!

[@SearchingforCShels]

Thanks Glenn, those are great suggestions. Just put them on the list. Cheers, and welcome aboard!

[@rogerhansen-gz6ru]

FORMAT JUST RIGHT IM RETIRED NOW BUT SPENT MANY HPPY MEMORIS IN THE BAHAMAS