Piggyville & The Whale - Sailing the Abaco Out Islands

Waiting for details on the Rage @ Whale Cut we drop the hook with some swimming pigs!
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We're trying to make our way south to see all of the Abacos before family arrives for the holidays. But just south of Green Turtle there's an extremely dangerous cut called "The Whale". While we wait for local knowledge on this passage we decide to go to shore and say hello to the Abaco Swimming Pigs of Piggyville.
If you want to read our thoughts on the Whale and the warnings we received please click over to our site. Since we've been sailing we seem to receive a lot of information that is fear based and that's not cool. Nikki hops up on her soap box for a bit and gives her thoughts and opinions on some of this fear mongering we've experienced.
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[@jamesedwards1588]

Thanks for sharing. I'm glad to see you have your priorities straight, wi-fi first then provisioning. I don't think I have ever known two people who smile so much and seem so happy. Your videos always brighten my day. 🐢🐢🐢🐷🐷🐷🍦🍦

[@gonewiththewynns]

Thanks James, Its nice to get such wonderful comments like these...it makes us smile even more :)

[@bobfmirvine6652]

JAMES EDWARDS

[@yrankin1]

I LOVE you guys. I am sitting here in cold blustery rain, watching your sailing videos. I have also been following your RV videos since the beginning. You guys are so smart and adventurous and these videos are so well done.. Anyone who is nasty to guys is just jeleous... but you guys do WORK very hard as well.

[@gonewiththewynns]

Thanks :) It is a labor of love but it's nice when people are also nice :)

[@yrankin1]

You're welcome :)

[@emasoleil]

Ice cream and sailing... the first I have seen to combine the two... You guys are indeed living the good life! Hope to see you someday out on the waters! Tis my dream too! Thanks for sharing!

[@LuizSchmidt]

I wish we could have a video like this every day... but that would kill the expectation and would overload you guys. Keep posting!

[@0HARE]

You two have gotten your sailing chops in order, and look confident out on the water. It's great to see Curiosity cruising along so gracefully. Very Well Done! The ice cream sequence was golden. Can it really get any better than that?! Thanks for showing us so much of your new life. It looks like a blast. Good Vibrations

[@Paradigm2012Shift]

Excellent sailing weather, free lobster, almost free ham ... cool adventure. Stay safe and thanks for sharing.

[@carolhale3722]

I have been following you since seeing you on TV buying your first RV. Your videos inspired me to buy an RV and live the nomadic life while travel nursing. I love your adventures...good and not so good. And I love your positive attributes through it all. Keep the videos coming.

[@EVCarGuy]

HI Jason and Nikki! Thank you for all the videos you two put together and upload for us. I have to say that you seem to make such a team! Jason, from one guy to another, you lucked out in finding Nikki! She seems so upbeat and such an equal partner in the relationship. Nikki, same goes for you! Its obvious that Jason adores you. You guys give me hope that a couple can work together to reach common goals and dreams...without killing each other! HA HA.

[@gonewiththewynns]

100% lucked out for sure. i'm so lucky to have her :)

[@helloteddy543]

As an artist I don't think I'd ever put my sketchbook down if I was you guys. Too many beautiful things!

[@SUVRVing]

Man, those pigs have it good! And that water looked just fantastic for SUP. Nice!

[@billregan1981]

So happy you guys are traveling around the Abacos, it's like a little trip down memory lane! And thanks for correcting the Cay to "Key" when describing the Whale Cay passage. Pet peeve of mine ;)

[@jerseyshawn4283]

just starting to watch this channel and I excited I have 3+ years of content to get through. Really cool couple and I love they are starting in the Bahamas where I spent many years.

[@johnlcallaway]

Thanks for sharing another great video. Really enjoy watching the boat out on the water, it's always my favorite part.

[@scottolive6648]

You guys are the coolest! We can't wait to get our boat (probably not till May, '17) and meet you face to face. We've seen your whole series and loved all of it. You're excellent videographers and seem like - a load of - fun sailors! Keep 'em comin'. Scott and Arlia.

[@todloeffelholz5815]

Hey y'all. you need a ice cream churn. Happy trails: )

[@johnlyon8403]

You guys are paddling away from the piggies, and I'm like...waaaaaaait a minute... They have to go back and get that camera! But for a minute y'all had me!

[@DaebakMonkey]

Lucky you guys with the weather. I currently have a foot of snow on the ground.

[@DaebakMonkey]

And Jason - those shorts are a crime against humanity. :P

[@CareyOnVagabond]

Beautiful! I have always wanted to see the swimming piggies! What a blessed life you have! :)

[@FaeSutherland]

Nikki is literally the cutest thing ever with her love of ice cream lol.

[@laurabailey9625]

It's nice to know you guys are experiencing heaven. More importantly that you're bringing that slice of heaven to me! Fantastic photos with colors of the Caribbean. I want some more please?

[@gonewiththewynns]

If you've clicked over to our site there's lots more :)

[@ItsANarrowboatThing]

Oh those piggies are so cute! Safe sailing guys :-)

[@soirr4221]

Your videos just get better and better! The camera really likes you both! Great Job!

[@firemedicseven]

Yall keep having fun. I am living vicariously through you so don't deprive me. lol

[@JamesCox]

Living the life! Great to see things like this, shows what a big and beautiful world it is out there.

[@Catalina58601]

Yea! Two videos practically back to back! You two could be models for a sailboat company. It is minus 35 here today so thanks for this! :)

[@gonewiththewynns]

oh man, minus 35 sounds really cold :) or wait :(

[@tsav6952]

You two make such a great team! Very much enjoy your beautiful videos, thanks. Oh, hope you found the rum!

[@brucewallace3860]

Maybe I'm crazy, but you both seem more relaxed now than on your trip to Alaska. Thanks for bringing us along for the fun.

[@simonhenry7415]

Beautiful piggies guys - hey - if they were in Australia they would more than likely be targets for the 223. But so wonderful that you can be friendly with super friendly piggies =)

[@karentrevino6642]

I can't believe how beautiful that water looks the color is o saturated.i can't imagine what it looks like in person👊🏼your video are top notch🤓

[@heathersteeves9297]

You guys seriously need to make them vids longer....we really enjoy watching and I am very envious,keep up the wonderful content you guys and take care!!!

[@heathersteeves9297]

Ps will you be headed to the east coast of Canada sometime ?

[@gonewiththewynns]

Who knows where the seas will take us. We would love to head north for some PEI mussels :)

[@jerrycoon4504]

Hey! I'm from the north east. Ct. to be exact. You probably don't want to head up this way for a few months... LOL BRRRRR

[@HugoHugunin]

As much as Nikki *LOVES* her ice cream...if you ever sail down to Grenada, you have to find "Power" ice cream. I still have dreams about it. Guinness Stout ice cream with salted peanuts and swirls of chocolate. A sweet, bitter, salty, creamy, chocolaty, crunchy slice of *heaven*!

[@gonewiththewynns]

Sounds devine :)

[@RoraighPrice]

you ever consider making your own ice cream

[@bgu1820]

Roraigh Price I was just thinking that but is all dairy expensive in the Caribbean

[@johnmitchell2845]

You two always make me smile! You seem to be made for each other and that is a rare commodity these days. Keep those smiles coming and best luck in all your adventures.

[@mattklingler7965]

Looks like you're living the dream! Enjoying all the videos! By the way, the girl running away from the pig was hilarious!

[@gonewiththewynns]

Yea, I cracked up every time i watched that clip.

[@dennisrichmond9874]

Thank you ! Love watching you guys sail !!! Looks like so much FUN !!!

[@sickjohnson]

So happy to see another awesome video you two! Did someone say Rum? Strange cravings now...cookies, ice cream & rum....oh my!

[@mikea7942]

Cool to see how far you've come from the day you took the cats for a walk and announced your decision to go sailing.

[@davidpearce4916]

I thought about leaving since it was Rv's that lead me to you guys! I watched every video, some several times. Your RV info was fun and very informative. I have really enjoyed the "Salty" version of your travels. Great fun and will keep following you. Love the Food and Dining when you show it! Thanks for the fun videos!

[@gonewiththewynns]

David Pearce we're glad you stayed!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Great to see you enjoying our favourite cruising grounds of the Bahamas! Distant ShoresTV filmed there on a number of visits and still plan to return again on our next cruise! Fair Winds Guys!

[@gonewiththewynns]

We watched a few of your vids on the area that are available on YT, such a wonderful place to cruise.

[@DistantShoresTV]

Great! I'm sure you'll have a great cruise. We look forward to seeing your episodes!

[@ashleys5453]

that was an awesome vid.. beautiful day, sun, piggies, and ice cream!

[@christinedoyle2168]

It's cold and snowing here in UK, your videos bring a ray of ☀️ sunshine in to our grey days, keep em coming 😎

[@maivibe8204]

New to your channel! WOW- GREAT videos! 👍 Thank for sharing such places and your great energy! 🙏

[@ncdean62]

Love the varied camera angles while you're sailing! You two are definitely living the life. You definitely need a ice cream churn! Safe travels!

[@sm6wet]

Thank you again for a great show. Cheers from Sweden

[@Bushcaddy620MP]

Thanks for sharing its always a joy to see your adventures

[@hilaryratcliff8475]

New subscriber here, after being recommended :) What lovely vlogs a visual delight! They spirit me away for a while from my dreary night shifts in England lol! Lots to catch up on :) I wish you all the fun in the world on your journeys. Thanks for taking us along! x

[@gonewiththewynns]

Happy to have you on board!

[@pupcamper58]

Such peaceful scenery. Thanks for sharing.

[@RealFrankyDog]

"Life is so hard" haha you two make it look too easy.

[@derrickfelix503]

Can't remember a video where you both are chilling right out at anchor and near all day. great fun Cheers.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+derrick felix thanks man!

[@billdperry]

She shared her ice cream?....What did you have to do Jason?...must have been a honey-do attached to that! lol

[@The_Arby]

Nice Video Guys and looks like great weather :-) Snowing here in cold weather in Edinburgh,Scotland...Have Fun :-)

[@mda3523]

One of your best video ! The only thing missing is a couple of Drone shots :) Well done

[@leavetodaytravel]

Cookies AND ice cream while sailing. That is just too far. There isn't a shade of green with enough depth necessary to match our envy. I am so glad we stumble on to you guys. Your videos offer so much incentive to move forward with our plans. Piggy Island looked so cool. Did you see SV Doodles while you were there? Was that them in your video?! Keep doin' what you do. We'll see you out there soon.

[@staxter6]

Nice and chilled the pair of you...

[@jermainechandler4937]

Chris Brady

[@artofbrowneyedgirl]

what a way to celebrate braving it through the Whale :)

[@dougrennick2212]

Really looking forward to seeing you both back on land and back traveling in your Motorhome.:)

[@samiamisme]

That water is incredible! I've never seen water that color. Love it!🤗 your bathing suits are so pretty and look nice on you. As my mom used to say, she has a nice little figure on that one😂💕

[@nataliesmith6114]

I love watching your videos! I found you guys when you were still in the RV and I ended up buying my own (Forest River Georgetown 328TS) after seeing how much fun you guys were having. I retired from the military last year and I spent about 5 months (and 15,000 miles) on the road (VA, NC, SC, GA, FL, TX, AZ, NM, NV) before I started my second career earlier this year. My initial retirement plan was to live aboard a sailboat, but that dream was put on the back burner, however after seeing all your latest videos, I plan on signing up for some sailing lessons once it warms back up here in the Maryland area. After I earn my ASA 101 - 108 & 110 certifications, i'll look into completing ASA 114 and 118. Ideally, I would like to be able to purchase my own boat and do a circumnavigation of the world when I retire from my second career in a few more years - of course I will be searching for opportunities to gain experience by looking for people that want crewmembers on other boats and chartering my own in the interim. Keep the excellent videos coming. Fair winds and following seas and long may your big jib draw!

[@gonewiththewynns]

Thank you so much Natalie! I hope we can share a sundowner out here one day.

[@CITAP1]

Piggies, Cats, and Ice cream with cookies. Tough to beat that.

[@richt.5105]

Whenever I see these pigs I always want to put it on my bucket list. That is until I see them having a dump in the water as people walk through it barefoot! Lol, I suppose nothing can be perfect. It seems so long ago when you announced that you was going to stop rv'ing and take up sailing, nice one guys.

[@jonathank5289]

Kind of like the crowded anchorages of the Caribbean where they recommend not swimming in the water due to human waste be dumped by 100's of boats. I'd much rather swim with the pigs and maybe have 30 pigs pooping in the water that is flushed away with the current than a anchorage with very little current and 100 boats dumping human waste daily.

[@richt.5105]

I'm with you on that one 😱😕😱

[@esb2mlb]

So great! Thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@RyanMarcyesOutdoors]

Super Rad, Keep the dreams alive and remember to Live-Life-Loud!!

[@johnny12895]

its been a long time planning, but i am working my way to this! I can't wait to leave the other world behind in my wake! hope to see you all out there and stop following you on you tube , because ill be following you on the open water in real life!

[@jpstables10]

These Videos are amazing! can't wait to see many more.

[@julieh3327]

The pigs were cute! Safe sailing!

[@johnbama4740]

well nikki, i always thought you were cute, but for some reason in this video you really are adorable. thanks for making an old man's day.

[@QuaeroveritasJustcallmeQ]

Jealous... Counting down the days until I am doing what you are doing, except I'll be on the other side of the world and doing lots of scuba diving off our catamaran. Go Wynns!

[@colleenmauler5556]

Great video... I'm glad we get to come along on the journey. Where are you going to head to next ????

[@gonewiththewynns]

next video will be Marsh Harbour then Hope Town.

[@aguyandhiscomputer]

Gone with the Wynns Is the Google map location thing on your website delayed at all?

[@paduag1782]

awe mein.. I was hoping to see what rum you guys were looking for... I guess till next episode... keep it coming guys... =) =) ÷)

[@gonewiththewynns]

We didn't find it yet. it's called JAB and it is fantastic. We're heading to Nassau and hopefully we'll get some there.

[@paduag1782]

Gone with the Wynns ... awesome filling special with your reply, thanks. it seems you guys are in a treasure hunt mates... kool Nassau pirate island (black sail)... lol ... good luck.

[@blaster12v]

Big thums up for all your vids.. realy pure and good people you are.. but sailing is zig zagging.. hope i say it right..haha.. never a strait line... greeds from Holland... watching your vids for the second time ..forget to put thumbs up ..now i do...

[@bobg1685]

Nicely done.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

Laurie and I eat a lot of vegetables and we were wondering is it difficult for you to find first vegetables on these remote Islands? Looks like you eat very healthy foods. Thank you Jerry and Laurie Brown

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Jerry Brown travels We've been able to to alright so far but sometimes you don't get exactly what you were looking for. Gotta stay flexible.

[@Johndoe-dz7zq]

Great... now I want some ice cream..

[@michaelcianciarulo8434]

smart to be cautious of whale ! keep up the great work guys

[@stevebowser2796]

Thanks for continuing the awesome videos. When you stop and anchor, is there normally a fee to stop at these different locations?

[@gonewiththewynns]

That is the beauty, it's almost always free to drop the hook.

[@gregorylodygensky7133]

We did to stay overnight too. When you have to go around whale Cay, I believe, stay away from the island once in the atlantic because of very strong currents. Your gps should indicate the proper road.

[@flyfliker]

I second the Cuba trip. Marina Hemmingway!

[@kevingibbons3866]

Great job again guys.

[@Ryan-jx4vh]

Just subscribed. I have had a lot of success as a fairly young serial entrepreneur at age 33. I have come to learn negative people will arrive when success comes, but I love your positivity toward it. Quick question: will you ever take the boat to the South Pacific? Fiji, Bora Bora etc

[@gonewiththewynns]

+ryan ford of course the South Pacific is on the must do list

[@mathiasjohansson8934]

I think RV ing is Fun and have watching you trough the transition. I myself find sailing BORING and leave Now.

[@TBen-sm3ix]

Great job keep the good spirit.

[@iamsomebody7700]

Looks like the life! I would be interested in what your daily, weekly maintenance or chores are for the boat.

[@gonewiththewynns]

There are too many to list and too many we aren't able to keep up with. We will share this info in the future as we get a realistic grasp of what we can and can't do.

[@LoquiYo]

You rely on the map that you have in the Ipad. that is the Garmin set up? How is connected? Thanks for your always interesting videos!!

[@gonewiththewynns]

It uses the GPS in the iPad. We link to these items at the bottom of the post on our website.

[@HopeOfJoe]

I have been told by several friends that catamarans, in particular, the production ones, don't sail very well. Well, your boat is sure nimble and putting those friends and that idea to shame !! I wanna ride on your boat.⛵️⚓️⛵️⚓️

[@shannonmcafee4169]

wow first one to watch. I hope ya'll are having a good time and keep up the videos. stay safe and go to Cuba!

[@CaptMarkSVAlcina]

Shannon Mcafee Sorry I was, I put up post then realise I mist spelt something and had to come back and that's when you came on. Sorry

[@prereed]

What a beautiful day.

[@annmcwilliams1230]

Just saw a great shot of both cats so disregard the question 😂

[@MVStarCatcher]

You need to do what I did. Mount a CCTV camera to your mast that looks forward. I spot coral heads and sand bars even at night (infrared). My camera hooks up to my chart plotter. I can even add additional displays. With a 55' tall rig, I get a spectacular view. Camera cost? -$50

[@ClassALiving]

Are you guys just using public wifi for internet?

[@JeffTheFarmer365]

Days like that were the reason i had to quit sailing. I would drink way too much beer and fall overboard and stuff. not fun.

[@samiamisme]

Really? That sounds scary. I'm not a drinker or ever been on a boat, but I'm curious...was it easier to give up sailing than drinking? I don't mean any rudeness...just a curious soul. Cheers to you🤗

[@marda6756]

Knowing you were born in Arkansas, I’m disappointed you didn’t linger on that nice “Hog Heaven” sign a little longer!! 🤣

[@Kimbercat98]

Nikki, has anyone mentioned yet that you can make pretty good "ice cream" by freezing puréed bananas? It might be a little cheaper than buying pre made and might be easier to find

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Kimbercat SC sadly, Nikki is allergic to bananas. However, I do see making ice cream in our future. :)

[@AlbertaRanch]

The wind chill here this morning is -41C.......sigh.

[@gonewiththewynns]

oh man, I'm sorry. It's 70 and windy here and we're complaining, guess it puts it in perspective :)

[@caddyzig]

Love your swimsuit, Jason! Is it J.Crew? You guys both always look great.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+caddyzig Wow - usually Nikki gets all the compliments, so thanks! I don't see a tag on it, so no idea. Buy most of my stuff from Target or H&M if that helps.

[@aguyandhiscomputer]

Yar... Tis difficult to radio in when you're on the bottom of the ocean.

[@ebuff57]

NIce video guys, I enjoyed it.

[@kristenb927]

Love your videos! Nikki, where do you find all your great swimsuits??

[@gonewiththewynns]

Kristen B Thanks! You'll probably be disappointed, but we are big bargain shoppers and most everything for me comes from H&M, Target, or TJ Maxx. I think one of my suits might be from Nordstrom Rack. They are all a couple seasons old so I can't really remember - sorry!

[@kristenb927]

Gone with the Wynns no problem - just wanted to know where to start looking when we're in the USA next month. Love all your suits!

[@Travelingmel]

It's interesting that you've stopped using music in your videos. Was that a creative choice or one of convenience? Another wonderful film. Makes me want to join the cruising life, almost.

[@gonewiththewynns]

There is music in our videos. If you're talking about lyrical songs then yes, it is a ton of work to find a good song that we can legally use, then request the instrumental version from the artist, and finally edit the clips to match the vocals. It's not something we're able to do on a regular basis...especially without good internet for searching :(

[@Rioku1]

Some sailing advice: you don't move the jib car forward for close haul sailing. You move the car to adjust the shape of the jib. It is a fairly complex sailing skill that you I am sure you will learn over time.

[@TheBeggFamily]

Nice sailing!

[@StormyGeddon]

Can you ever imagine going back to a boring desk job after living like this? I can't imagine what crazy adventures you guys will be up to after this. Space travel?

[@gonewiththewynns]

Space might be a little bit out of our budget :) and no way we can go back to 'regular life'