Our Scariest Moments Living On A Sailboat (After 1 Year)

We have been cruising full-time for over a year and have encountered some really scary moments along the way. In this video, we share our scariest moments living on a boat after one year of cruising.
This video isn't intended to scare you away from boat life but rather give you a realistic picture of the realities of what can happen when you live on the water. We love this life and we wouldn't trade it for anything!
In this video:
0:00 Introduction
1:27 A hurricane is coming
5:55 Anchor is dragging
7:25 We hit a...
8:48 Lightning is no joke
9:29 We should have pulled the sail in sooner...
10:50 The scariest storm at sea
13:17 Mayday! Taking on water
14:44 Sailboat grounded in Bimini
20:02 A dramatic rescue in the middle of the night
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[@owlspiritreiki]

I am so proud of yall. I really hope you all are proud of yourselves as well. Jumping into action like that is admirable.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! 🙏

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

💯🙏🏽👍

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!!

[@sum5clynn470]

There's people who have documented storms long before YT came around but now they are wrong for documenting their experience?

[@GeoffreyAlter-de2ge]

I am an Alaskan Commercial fisherman who just bought a sailboat. I am amazed at your character and determination to help fellow sailors. This takes courage and heroism. God bless you.

[@fastasfox]

I'm a Truck Driver just trying to relax on my bunk...when up pops your video.....now I'm stressed...that was intense.😂

[@adventurecrews]

oh no way!! We definitely have more relaxing videos on our channel than this one. 😂 Thank you for watching and commenting! Where is your load taking you this time?

[@Mya-2022]

I have been sailing since I was 5yrs old, from racing to cruising with my family. I also was in the coast guard as an adult and I have been apart of many experiences like that. You just have to do what you have to sometimes. Whatever works!! Great job guys!! I wish I have you guys around if something goes wrong, so thank you for being you!!

[@ericl2152]

SAR procedures for assisting a vessel in distress are: fire off a flare in the vicinity of the vessel in distress. Four short blast on the air horn, repeat a minute later. Make a radio distress call with location, Lat Long. Just because you can't hear them doesn't mean they can't hear you. Then go help.

[@JC-vh7vy]

Bravo, you both deserve an Oscar.😀

[@BrianRhodes9763]

Cole, you said/asked what did we do to go through this (paraphrased).... You were there, that's all it takes. Fortunately you AND Emily were willing to do something (because it takes a team). Great episode, cheers from Texas.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you Brian, funny story and I’ll probably post this on the community page as well but….as I got my gear on at 4:30am to get in the dinghy, Emily looked at me and said…you don’t think you are going without me do you??? Hahahaha she has impressed me time and time again! I am so very lucky!

[@BrianRhodes9763]

@@adventurecrews That's not luck Cole, that's catching lightning in a jar!!!

[@adventurecrews]

LOL thanks Brian!

[@lcclark1307]

“There’s alot of lessons to learn…” living on a boat😀💦 Glad you survived hurricane season 💕 and your boat!

[@donnahalperin2840]

What a fantastic couple. You complement each other so well. Seems like your put in places you are desperately needed. Blessing☺️

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@fayekinzer8454]

This was so scary but at the same time, very informative for sailing boaters. This is an amazing video.

[@adventurecrews]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nicolecrews4020]

Truly so impressed with you guys and the challenges you’ve taken on to live your best life!! Such a great video!!!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks so much sister! Love you!

[@michaellord9]

you guys are literally lifesavers... without you things would be in a lot worse position, so buying into the yachting lifestyle was an actual must... awesome

[@davebaptiste1672]

It's your old banker Dave. You have survived so far. I have someone else looking to cruise the world and I had to look in on you and recommend your channel. Nice video.

[@adventurecrews]

Hey Dave!!! Thanks for checking in and great to hear from you!

[@lorithrower2467]

Hi guys! I so enjoyed your video, so exciting. I laughed when you said this was the worse experience ever, over and over….. that's sailing for you, right? I love how you were so normal, admitted how scared you were and not sure about what to do but figured it out best you could. You are both kind and caring people like most full timers are. We only did it for a year. We were going to wait for retirement but thank the Lord we didn't as it would never have happened so I hope people listen to your advice and do it while you can. It was the best year of our lives. I wish you many more happy and safe years of sailing, all three of you. 🐾😁

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@sailingsunwise]

Amazing work on your videos guys, and also crazy experiences we haven't lived through yet that it's good to think about. Appreciate all the effort and work that goes into these!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks so much guys! We appreciate you watching and commenting! The support from friends on the water is always great to see!

[@jeffrandolf5673]

Back in he late 80's a retired navy guy bought a $200K 32' NEW sailboat from where I worked. No GPS then only paper charts, parralel rules, compass, etc.He knew NOTHING abt. sailing. He was supposed to LEAVE, but every morning something would be broken that we'd have to fix. Like the compass light... he must've unhooked it at night so we'd have to fix it the next day. We had a 100 pt. check list on all new boats so EVERYTHING was working when he stepped foot on. After a week of delays (fixing things he'd sabotage at night) he finally left, after his wife & kids drove back home (they were supposed to sail with him). He left not with paper charts, but with a TEXACO ROAD MAP. He hit 2 RRoad brigde bulk heads & ran onto rocks... was towed into a marina 12 mile away & hauled out as the boat was sinking. TRUE STORY!

[@stevencrews8318]

Proud of yall for helping people out. The video was great and the experience from this only makes you better and more aware of what can happen in a split second if your not on your A game. I was wanting to reach through the screen at times trying to help as well. Good Job. Love yall

[@adventurecrews]

Hahaha you can come help any day! Love you pa!

[@vancewalker421]

Wow, this was hard to watch, so glad you weathered the storms, stayed safe and were able to help others in need. 🥰So proud of you!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@lorimartin3827]

OMGOSH, I can not imagine. Thank God the two of you could help. You are both so knowledgeable, caring and trustworthy to help others. If people are not going to be safe and educated enough they should not be on the water like that. You both were a God send to all of those people. Thank you for all you did to help others and praise God you came home safely. Be safe and well in the future. Safe travels.❤😮❤

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!!

[@joeyc8546]

That was amazing to sum up so many events so well. Impressed how effective you are with the emergencies, excellent team work! Nice idea using the drone to help assess with the first one.

[@user-ey1em6hw8i]

WOW! Intense video, guys! Well done! You guys are super heros. So many do NOT take action, and that can be fatal. You can be proud. Clear skies and happy sailing

[@Kellysnorthshore]

Great episode crew! So many channels will show something bad here and there but never seen a compilation like this. Well done on the edit and well done for all you did to help those in need! Take Care of You!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@user-pe6hh4rp6c]

So proud of yall❤ you go above and beyond & give of yourselves to help anyway you can. Please be safe sweeties 😊

[@mountaingirlzstuff4314]

Thank you for sharing this!!!

[@billblack3093]

Thanks for stepping up when needed. It's the way people are supposed to act towards each other. Nice job.

[@adventurecrews]

No doubt! Thank you for the comment!

[@timthomas9105]

I'm really proud of you guys stepping up and taking responsibility helping others in distress.

[@PaulKling]

Wow that last story was pretty intense. I can't help but think what would have happened if you two weren't around or didn't notice. Those folks would have been in tough situation trying self rescue. Great job keeping your wits about you and helping.

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks Paul! Hope all is well on your end!

[@alleycat5472]

Great vid guys. Glad you were able to do so much. Keep up the good work. Heroes

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@kmrbsc]

Great video! Thanks for posting. This was my first of your videos and am now a new subscriber!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks and welcome aboard! Where are you watching from?

[@kristenadams13]

Wow. I think it’s just a God thing that you’ve been there to help! Love your channel 💪🔥🥰

[@adventurecrews]

Agree! It’s been an interesting year that’s for sure! Thank you for watching!

[@jeffhudspeth6397]

I’m so proud of you Emily! Small town girl makes good!

[@adventurecrews]

I have to say Captain Emily is doing great out here and I am one lucky guy! - Cole

[@annhysell6064]

Well done. The sailing community is generally strong & helpful. Much like driving through Alaska, it is a requirement that one stop to assist another. So glad you were there with the willingness & knowledge. Please continue. Fair winds.

[@jimakcelik6486]

Great video very much enjoyed also tons of information. Thank you again. Be safe

[@adventurecrews]

Glad you enjoyed it! Will do!

[@federicomaisch6812]

Great information, thank you for sharing

[@adventurecrews]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@CruisingOddAtSea]

Wow! Thank you for sharing this awareness! As new liveaboards it’s great to see what we might expect!

[@adventurecrews]

You bet!

[@agile5849]

You guys are amazing! Thank you so much for being willing to assist at your own risk. I hope that more people will be inspired by you.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@caneslife2030]

All i can see from you guys is that you did'nt stop helping other boaters in need even if was scary for you and i'm having a lot of respect for that!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@friarfoxz]

If ever there was a video to sell boat insurance, this would be it. Great job folks and may Neptune smile on you.

[@gratefulwindssailing]

Hey, great video!! Hope you guys have a wonderful journey! Safe travels

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! You too!

[@bsfishing7073]

You guys are amazing 🤩 helping everyone with whatever they are in need

[@canawest]

Great video. The section of the boat aground is great of things what not to do. I sure wish people would be better prepared through education and videos such as these. See this all the time on bareboat charters.

[@gregosborn7124]

So inspiring… every anchorage needs a ‘Cole&Emily” around to save our tail feathers when the chips are down.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!!!

[@kyletaylor7988]

Awesome video!!!

[@adventurecrews]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@iancampbellklein]

Y'all are an incredible team!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!!

[@AverageJoeShmo]

Amazing job you two! The most caring and helpful people I've seen. Plus what a start to your sailing journey. Without scary and not what you had on mind jumping into rescues, at least this is some great experience your gaining and learning some do's and don'ts in situations hopefully you will not have to experience yourselves. But what huge hearts you have. 👏♥️

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@user-lu7ol2vd4z]

AMASING job guys be proud ......

[@user-pe6hh4rp6c]

Good job y’all! Good team work❤

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!!

[@JibeTalking]

Great video! You guys did an amazing job helping each crew. Getting the anchor into deep water is certainly the right thing to do...Thanks for filming the video and sharing it with the sailing community... This is one area they don't teach in sailing school. I would have done the same thing. Be safe and we wish you fair winds and following seas..

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much! Do you think we can request a salvage fee from Dream Yachts Charters for the last one? 😅😜

[@xavpil2]

Super impressed by you both! We went through a storm at anchor last night and yes, it is scary

[@terrishepherd3266]

Just found your Channel and Subscribed!! God Bless You!!🙏

[@adventurecrews]

Welcome aboard!

[@atanacioluna292]

These are awesome stories. You guys have a good heart. I hope life continues to bless you with health and happiness.

[@MrChrisHobday]

You guys are totally right with time moving quickly than we expect. With that to change direction in life can be the best decision we make. I’m a disabled sailor with CRPS in my right leg below the knee after an accident in 06 where I fell into a trench. Now I use a wheelchair on land & the boat on the water. I’ve just bought a Fisher 25 with my Wife in the 🇬🇧. & etting ready for the summer. I’ve seen some of you work & love this video. Maybe time for a binge watching on a miserable day. Best regards Chris

[@adventurecrews]

Hi Chris! Thank you so much for the comment and congrats on the Fisher 25! We hope you enjoy all that we have to binge! Sorry to hear about your accident but hey great for getting after it and enjoying life! Where are you watching from? Cheers - Emily

[@MrChrisHobday]

@@adventurecrews Thank you I try to keep pushing on but some days are better than others but I know that’s the same goes many of us. I live in a place called Peacehaven in East Sussex UK, it’s very close to Brighton. With all the rain days with spots of sunshine a good binge in compulsory. 😃

[@migueldelaguardia]

Top video story telling and edit.Great job guys👍

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@sean6280]

Sailing is my dream, thank you so much for the "behind the scenes"

[@fredread9216]

Wow, in 25+ yrs of cruising I have done a number of rescues like this and I know for sure saved a couple of lives. But goodness not in the short time that you have been out there. Wow. So good and critical to give help. Mariners stick together!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks for the comment Fred! Agree with you, the two back to back was a lot and we know people will be there for us one day.

[@edwardhyatt1075]

God put you in the area because he knew you both were motivated and have good hearts. Then he helped you save them. You two are awesome. Well done.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you for the comment and we believe this as well!

[@SailingCalipso]

Love this video!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you

[@cravenmoorehead3756]

Very nice video showcasing the hazards but also the community of the ocean. Great job capturing the story.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! We appreciate the kind words and you are right, the community is strong and anyone is willing to help even if you have never met them before.

[@TheEarthHistorysConfusing]

Well done!.. Subed

[@donaldmcmeeken9707]

Think you have great content, straight and to the point....it's not all bla bla just about you and how amazing you are....good job!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks so much!!

[@larryboles629]

Great video!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! I hope you found it insightful!

[@StephenOshea]

wow you both signed up for a massive adventure and also some relaxing beautiful times on the ocean . bravo

[@adventurecrews]

Yes, thank you

[@SailingPauHana]

WOW...Good on you guys. You guys are awesome....catastrophe magnets, but still awesome 😊

[@adventurecrews]

lol after putting together this episode I am starting to think about that magnet issue as well lol what’s going on here?

[@georgelasko7019]

Cool heads, common sense and skill really had the situation under control!! Kudos to you both!!!!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much!

[@omyyjosh1974]

Yall are awesome.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@ironhorse3497]

You guys did good. Proud of you.

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@crowdfundcrew]

I've never been in that situation, but glad there are people out there like you to help out! I hope you have more fun and less emergency experiences in 2024, but it's probably overall good for you to have had these early in your cruising career. Is the high deductible on lightning strikes normal in the sailing world? Donate for a Dream

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! It really depends on the policy that you are looking for and where you want to keep the boat during hurricane season. We wanted more time in the Bahamas last year and well as you know we got that but we had to take a policy that had the high deductible. So it kinda goes hand in hand.

[@carolyn_s]

Holy shit!!! Wow, you two are amazing sailors! It looks like you had amazing training that has prepared you for these moments. Proud of you both. Wow!

[@jrprimo5372]

Nice job!!! Enjoyed it!!

[@adventurecrews]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@scetchport]

Aussy here, sooo enjoyed this video, was on your boat with you, I'm 70 and can appreciate the pitfalls and joys. Stay safe. Liked and subbd.

[@adventurecrews]

Welcome aboard!

[@danstevens5782]

You guys stay safe and have fun. Love the kitty's!

[@adventurecrews]

Thanks so much!!

[@burrows10011]

Great tips!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@jorgeanchia6914]

Wow! Great job!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tunatyme720]

Spear it Animal ,, Sacsha and Raff so cool they are one of the best 💯🇺🇲 new sub for your channel look foward to following your journey

[@paulcollins9197]

It's a learning curve every day on a boat. Everyday is different. Glad you all are ok

[@JayPerrypersonal]

Great job guys, sailors should always offer help to other sailors. One tip when pulling out an anchor with your dinghy, loop a line around the anchor and leave the anchor in the water outside of your dinghy. Pull the anchor out then slip one end of the line to release the anchor.

[@TheOnlooker65]

Well done, well done. You did the right things.

[@edmundbarrett-lennard6640]

Damn that second rescue was hectic!! You guys did a great job in a very stressful situation. You’re channel it not really my usual style but you’ve gained a subscriber and all of my respect!

[@adventurecrews]

Hey thank you so much! Now I am curious, what is your normal style of video to watch?

[@edmundbarrett-lennard6640]

@@adventurecrews I’m more of a mono hull guy tbh!

[@adventurecrews]

gotcha!! Well we're glad you're making an exception to follow our journey! 😉

[@markus717]

Great TV drama moments, like the big concern for the guy sinking on his mooring due to a through-hull. He had two choices: plug it somehow, or get in his dinghy and go to shore. What's a MayDay going to achieve? Is the Coast Guard going to fix your through-hull for you?

[@andreapoindexter4223]

I am in Lewisburg! So glad to have found your channel!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you for following our adventures! We hope you enjoy the videos!

[@ChapmanMusic]

Great job guys. Love from Glasgow

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!

[@gjones455]

Well done both, outstanding effort, you should both be proud of your actions 👏👏👏👏

[@petertorrey4080]

That was really good!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you!!

[@laurencesirjacobs]

love your channels guys, blessings from Belgium (B&R sail)

[@adventurecrews]

Hey thank you so much I think you are a first to mention Belgium 🇧🇪 - Cheers Cole

[@user-sm8zy5gz6h]

Congratulations on the birth of Frankie! I'm very happy for both of you and your family! God Bless!

[@adventurecrews]

Who's Frankie? I'm lost 😵‍💫

[@user-sm8zy5gz6h]

This was ment for another channel. I was typing a reply before your video played.

[@adventurecrews]

haha gotcha! You had us very confused for a moment

[@swabby913]

If you guys ever see us ive got some beers for you. Lol. Good on you for stepping up. Itll come back to you one day. SV Too Short. Leopard 46

[@davescott1491]

My first time finding your channel. Extremely interesting. Be safe and enjoy the journey.

[@adventurecrews]

Hey Dave where are you watching from?

[@donaldmcmeeken9707]

You guys are pretty amazing....

[@donderesz4558]

These anchor dragging problems should have never have happened. The sailor wanna-bees should have put out TWO anchors in a "V" pattern from the bow with proper scope (7:1; 7 feet or rode for every 1 foot of depth) when anchoring in a harbor, especially overnite. This can be accomplished in close mooring quarters also. Also, be familiar with what's around you if you do drag and ANTICIPATE. That's the whole secret of safely sailing: Anticipate.

[@TheYachtCreator]

Anticipate - nailed it 💯⚓️👏🏻

[@sailingEV888]

Absolutely amazing video of the reality about sailing. I'm a Canadian chicken sailing between Miami and the Bahamas in the winter season. So glad you made this video. I thought my channel shows the reality of a life at sea. Good on ya. Really enjoying the video's.. Nothing is ever for certain all you can do is sail and live free..

[@adventurecrews]

Thats right and try to be aware at all times

[@PeteLeuenberger]

Very educative video, thanks for sharing that. Rescues are the hardest thing to do safely and kuddos to you for not compromising your safety in either case. These guys that got the line in their propeller seemed to have no idea what they were doing. One thing though, in the 50knot gust in that storm, it was unclear about the risks of the situation, the seas were calm, no sails up, not by shore...would be interested to hear more on that.

[@motoryachtloon]

I think the lesson here is don't anchor in the same anchorage as you guys, as you bring bad luck. 😂 In all seriousness, nice work for helping and a great video. See you round the islands 🛥⛵🏝🤙

[@adventurecrews]

Hahaha thanks guys! That would be awesome to catch up with you. We will be heading south from the DR late April might you still be around in the Caribbean?

[@sailingabroad6528]

I moved aboard then Idalia came through I totally understand the feeling of walking away wondering what you come back to

[@SpartyTime]

You probably know this now but toilet seat covers should always be down on sailboats when the head is not in active use. This keeps items from falling in and getting sucked into the pump.

[@adventurecrews]

Hahaha good point! We ended up learning another trick from a fellow cruiser…museum putty under all our organizers and even our plants and picture frames to keep them from sliding around.

[@bowdezaufa2609]

This shit has my anxiety through the roof just watching lol. Y'all are great people to help others so much. Safe travels

[@adventurecrews]

LOL thank you

[@johnmagnan759]

with modern technology today and a little thing on the chart plotter called an anchor alarm there is no excuse for dragging anchor and running aground. Back in my day we sailed with paper charts because GPS navionics were too expensive for the average sailor. Our inshore navigation was LoranC. If I ever get to do it over again I'm going to be spoiled with modern navionics and push button sailing.

[@adventurecrews]

Put a plan together and get back out here!

[@jaysnowden2]

Nice jobs you two. I’d do the same thing. It’s hard not to help others in distress. Much love and respect.

[@annwild8577]

Bravo ❣️👏👏❣️❣️👏👏👏

[@davidg7477]

Just found your channel new sub!!

[@adventurecrews]

Thank you so much were are you watching from?

[@girijaedwards]

you guys are Sea Angels !!!!! What a retirement job you're amazing !!!

[@adventurecrews]

I’m so confused… what’s a sea angel? 🥴