Sailing Back in Time | Mystic Seaport | S06E09

[@frencheric78]

I was a shipwright on the building of Amistad, and then proceeded to crew aboard as ship’s carpenter. I was housed by the museum and it was basically my home for a bit more than a year. Seeing this episode from my home in France brought back a lot of memory, and I could share it with my daughters…. Amazing to see Quentin giving you a touring of the Morgan, this man was pivotal into getting me to Mystic and working in the shipyard was the most amazing and rewarding experience ever.

[@willywonka8730]

.Wooden boat builders understand far more than wall street bankers.

[@danielkeirsteadsr6939]

I saw her in Sydney Nova Scotia Harbor .We were up there from New Haven, CT. Visiting my wife's sister across the street from the big fiddle. lol The first thing i thought was that she looked awfully familiar . I walked down an son of a gun she was the same boat i often saw docked at long wharf.

[@marcosiwankiw9234]

This was not a Episode... this was a History Lesson...Amazing

[@craigmiller8760]

And the winner of "Producer of the year" goes to Jordan! You are so damn good at this. You always leaving us desperately waiting for the next episode.

[@candacespaur8478]

Yes! Really wonderful!

[@sambarrett4590]

Superlative work on this one for sure! So many feels.

[@bpm860]

There is no justice in the universe if that outro doesn't get an extended cut eventually!

[@mkk7220]

One word : SUPERB !

[@praxus6902]

This episode was moving and really stuck with me. Truly some of the best content on this platform.

[@JamesNewsomeCaiLeighAnna]

Mystic Seaport is one of my bucket list places to visit. This video certainly wets my appetite to make it happen. Sailing video creators should pay close attention to this video. Product quality has to generate interesting and entertaining content. Regardless of how interesting a particular subject may be, we don’t need to see/hear a 10 minute dialog on “how to turn a screw,” or “the wind and the waves were from over yonder.” Great job Desiree and Jordan. Certainly one of your best creations.

[@judysullo4270]

Been to Mystic Seaport many times since living close, but your filming and documentation was excellent in showing the true essence of this amazing place. It's one of those places you can always find something very interesting again. Thx for a great video and Best Wishes in Maine.

[@whitefam2000]

Thank you so much for this episode. Excellent, as my father was a finish boat maker for Stephens Marine in Stockton, Ca before they switched to Fiberglass and Aluminum boats. After that he went into house construction and built some of the nicest custom homes in Florence, Ore. If he could see a change in wood grain on the front of the cabinets he was not happy, so it was always in his contracts with the cabinet makers we used. Then he went to work in Salmon harbor in Winchester Bay, oregon, and retired out of there, so full circle. Again thank you for the episode it warmed my heart.

[@richb313]

"There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats Kenneth Grahame". Mystic Seaport is ground zero for that quote and everything it evokes. That is the thought that comes to mind. You guys are doing great.

[@willywonka8730]

.Wooden boat builders understand far more than wall street bankers.

[@edshuttleworth1549]

One of the things I have always loved about Mystic are the things mechanical. That bridge, the last to Mystic is a mechanical marvel!!

[@jkonet1]

That was one of the most interesting and informative adventures, ever. I just loved this episode. Our history is still our future. Craftsmanship will never die!

[@ladydi4runner]

Awesome view into the World of Mystic Seaport! Some 48 years ago, it was, I first laid eyes there. I was in awe, w my Besties and their Moms and Pops. RIP GLADYS AND BILL. 🥰 It was there that seed within, germinated into a lifelong passion for the sea, sailing and the outdoors in general. This coming from a born and bred Bronx, NYC girl. Did much sailing in the SF Bay and along the coast there. My love of Tall Ships and all their grandeur continues to this day. Keep up the excellent history lessons! 👍😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tereh2003]

BEST Episode Ever!! History with Ships with Trades with souvenir to open adult beverage.

[@MrRackinroll]

I can't thank you enough for this video highlighting Mystic Seaport. As a former resident and worker at the shipyard you did a great job and it's always nice to come back to some special roots. Thanks RC

[@heatheretheridge2265]

I have never been sailing and don't share your affinity to sea travel, but looking at the world of ships through your eyes is an amazing experience. I'm glad life led you to spend time there. I learned so much about ships and the craftsmanship that made them. Thanks for sharing!

[@dlsbob]

THANK YOU for this one! What a beautifully produced episode! Mystic Seaport, here I come!

[@brucemacsr.6776]

Jordan, you are a poet. So well put and so evocative, "The pull of this same dream." at 27:53 to 28:37. Thanks. I'm going to remember that phrase next time I'm out there looking at a Lake Michigan sunset.

[@crankyoldguy2]

My family visited Mystic Seaport last in 1959. The Morgan was then not afloat, and was wearing her 'warship' paint job. Her rigging was complete, a topsail was unfurled, whaleboats in her davits and on top of the deckhouse, and aside from not floating, she appeared to be ready to go to sea. The Joseph Conrad was also in full rig. At that time, there also was a collection of America's Cup yachts, including Columbia. With sea water in my veins, what a wonderful immersive experience it was. We stayed three days and I enjoyed every minute - when the museum was open and after it closed. As you might guess, I'm much older now (great-grandkids!) and because I live in Arizona, I have no contact with open water and sailboats. Thank you for your excellent production.

[@nwboater3916]

For me, this was a very special episode. Thank you for bringing us along on your visit to Mystic Seaport...and your closing words were most poetic

[@svthebayviewcafe7675]

easy to say that after watching hundreds of hours of you tube you guys are one that we admire ,enjoy and appreciate the most

[@myinfinitestate1586]

What a beautiful, charming, old-fashioned/old-world, little marina. I'm used to the ridiculously massive marinas here in Australia, with hundreds, if not, a thousand plus slips and the inevitable overcrowding and horrible traffic. The Mystic Seaport definitely seems far more attractive and easy to navigate. The blacksmith and guides were super cool. Definitely not your everyday marina ~ which is incredibly appealing! DEFINITELY, ONE OF MY FAVOURITE VIDEOS! Cheers!

[@marccohen5579]

We have hundreds of marinas in Conneiticut, most have less then a huderd slips. Susan and I have been living aboard for many years.

[@CacheCanada]

Nice new opening. I've been to Mystic Seaport twice. Once as a child with an aunt and second with my young family and my father. One of the best memories of time with him in his older years. You have experienced a memory in the making.

[@NKBobcat]

Being from CT, we used to take school trips here every year in elementary school. Looks the same as it did 54 years ago when I first visited. I'm learning more now as an adult. Thank you both for the tears in my eyes.

[@leopoldoalvarez6787]

One of the most interesting episode from your list..., very nice old skill to build ships..., wonderful...!!

[@Supe063]

Guys!!! THAT was my favorite eppy ever!!! In 2005-6, on board a tall ship, circumnavigating the world I had the pleasure of hand-stitching/making the fore lower tops'l for the Charles W. Morgan!!! Until this video, I have never actually seen the ship as up close as your video. Thank you so much!!! .... Cheers!!!!

[@dldavidmusic]

Fantastic episode! I visited the Mystic seaport 30 years ago almost to the day and was totally enchanted. You brought it back as if it was yesterday! Clearly still enchanting. So grateful for the video you guys put together and so grateful that Mystic participated so graciously! I'll be watching again...and again...

[@ocxb]

I was at the mystic seaport in the mid seventies, it really stirred the sailing pot of fantasy in this 14 year old boy, at sixty with a broken body I still get out an go sailing albeit just day and weekend sailing it’s still therapy.

[@robnee3313]

So now it's June 2023, I found your page last month, and have been keeping up with your current posts, but I like you so much I've started watching your old postings! I live 3 miles away from Mystic in New London, Ct., another whaling city. I get a kick out of knowing at one point, your journey brought you so close!

[@careylogan7639]

This is what I call a REAL Sailing video!!! kudos for putting some light on the world of sailing and the stuff that makes it work! See how excited you got?? that's the way to make a video. The crew quarters have not changed much over the years. Modern naval vessels pack 'em in just as tight. Albeit we had much more headroom. This is by far the best video I have seen. I WANT MORE!!!!! :o) :o)

[@johnstalnaker8807]

I concur. This is why I watch Sailing Project Atticus.

[@lovelifeloveboat]

Definitely a place on my to do list, One of the most interesting boats I would like to visit is the Joseph Conrad. I trained in Denmark myself, and, this vessel left Denmark before being sailed and crewed in my home port of Ipswich in the UK. It then sailed the wrong way around the World, capturing a time of innocence just before the Second World War. The book 'Cruise of the Conrad is, for me, one of the most inspirational sailing books of all time and well worth a read! A great video guys, as always!

[@rh5971]

Jorden's outro was pure poetry and it nearly made me weep to touch the sea again. How I miss it! Such an inspiring and wonderful episode. You are clearly happy to be back on the move and we share in your joy. Cheers!

[@keithcheeseman567]

Never in the life i have left would i get to visit this beautiful and historical place. Thank you so much for this video its the next best thing. excellent photography and narrative.

[@petergroves9343]

I echo your comment, thank you

[@vanrooyendavid]

This must be the best episode you have ever made. Brilliant content. Top notch.

[@franklinjackson3637]

You stole the words right out of my mouth. That's guys are getting pretty awesome.

[@jmwarden1]

I agree, and it was one of the most educational videos that I have seen on KZbin

[@tring1458]

Agree. The best.

[@scottireland5414]

Thank you for bringing back old memories. As you went under the Main St bridge you passed my apartment from 1980 to 1983. The third floor in the brick building. Never got tired of watching the masts go by.

[@skohaya]

This episode showed your heart passions. The photography, the informative interviews, documentation of history, narration, transitions, smiles and the cutest puppy. Better than any cable production. Thank you. 😊 Unbelievable!

[@athomestrength1266]

Man this was just AWESOME, thank you guys so much for creating this video!! I truly enjoyed every minute of it....twice!

[@frankpellegrino7448]

Thirty years ago I had the opportunity to sail into and stay at the seaport for three nights. My children were 6 and 3 years old then and it was one of the most memorable trips of our lives. You have brought back some wonderful memories, thank you.

[@marchassell-cramer9062]

Wow. Best thing ever to happen to KZbin. Thank you.

[@twoeagledrones]

Wonderful, wonderful episode. Everything about it, history, videography, drone footage, voice over, editing, the whole shebang! I am saving this one. PS. Love your salty dog!

[@williamszilasi9096]

Your entire focus has changed in five years, from how to live and travel on a rundown sailboat with no money, not so smart, to how to make a living and travel by making great videos with excellent content and editing, Brilliant!

[@billthomassen59]

Jordon, if y’all ever get tired of sailing, you would be an awesome narrator!

[@georgerobert4709]

Love this . I first visited Mystic Seaport as an 8yr old in 1969 on my first visit to the US. I remember having my photo taken at the top of the Charles W Morgan gangplank. Some 30 yrs later I had my photo taken in the same spot with my own 6yr old son. Emotional.

[@mdwightj]

And that's how you make 30 minutes seem like 10... Excellent !

[@wfpittuw]

I so appreciate the reflections at the end of your videos. That's one of several elements of your work that set you both apart. Thanks!

[@scottpetrich1346]

One of your best vids....Way cool seeing all those shops and techniques.

[@victorhensley5790]

Your channel is great, but this was one of the best posts ever for me. I am fascinated by the history of people on the sea. The knowledge, the skills, the traditions, and most of all the resilience of people as they follow their passion

[@silverark2693]

You're tugging at my sailor heart there buds. Boats are made of dreams, and I'm a dreamer. Thanks for the beautiful content.

[@edshuttleworth1549]

You are so right with your comment on dreams. My Dad was a Master for 41 years. I summered at my Grandmothers on Quincy Bay. I would boat out to Ft. Warren, lay on the earthworks, look out to sea and dream of sailing to the South Pacific. My dream had to wait 55 years. I never made Tahiti, had to settled on the east coast and Bahamas. I have found that being on the water, where ever it may be, is just as satisfying.

[@mp6756]

You guys should stop in New Bedford Massachusetts. The New Bedford Whaling museum would tie into the Mystic seaport tour perfectly. They have a large collection of tools and a ton of artwork telling the story a history whaling. It's on your way up the coast. Thanks for the great video

[@IntheBlood67]

Thanks fer the intell. I thought Mystic Seaport was the only Museum?

[@westaussie2006]

How proud you must be knowing that you are following the millions of sailors who have gone before. Thank you for taking us on your tour today, so happy to have learned so much. No matter how old we get, there is always more to learn. Thank you

[@davidorourkesr]

I really enjoy the videos you guys do especially like this where Jordan isn't having to work on anything. Heck I learned stuff. Way cool, knowledge is power. Great show kid's!

[@robertnixon3816]

My dad was a wooden boat builder. Grew up in New York and Maine and finished his life in the Port Townsend area of Washington state. A master of his craft and I only wish I had paid more attention to him! Mystic is a very cool place and I am so glad you got to see it! Great (perhaps the best) video! Excellent music, photography, etc. Enjoy your journey! I am!

[@08cad]

Simply put, this was an “OUTSTANDING “ episode of your channel! Well done and THANK YOU for sharing your visit!👏👏👏

[@discepolodelvento]

Very well done, guys. If youtube does a content award, this video better be nominated for one.

[@billwilliams9527]

The pull of the sea, the dream, the freedom, well said.

[@brucef5874]

thanks for the memories. I worked as a rigger there when I was 16 (summer 1963) it was great seeing how much it has changed and stayed the same.

[@ricksundberg5659]

What an unbelievably educational and entertaining video. Thanks!

[@timvukman4734]

Thank you for this episode. It is wonderful that this place exists and preserves history. One of the best historical episodes that I have seen on the internet. Wonderful!!!

[@garygerard4290]

very interesting watching and hearing the craftsmen describe their trade. thank you for this 'and Cool bottle opener!

[@bobflinn7529]

Thanks for a wonderful episode! In 1982 I spent a week on the Joseph Conrad with a Cincinnati youth group learning to sail. (I was leader/bas driver) Great memories and glad to see the Seaport still going strong. We got to tour after hours and each morning would start by swabbing the decks and polishing the brass on the Conrad. We were one of the first non-Girl Scout groups to live and attend the sailing school at Mystic we were told.

[@markperry7842]

Ok that location is historic for those of us who truly love sailing and love boats. Having been sailing for some 45 years stepping on any boat for me is a connection to my soul and my past life’s. It never mattered to me where I was going, instead it was the feeling and sound of sailing. Sail on you three 😎⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️

[@edshuttleworth1549]

Amen

[@LetsGoOutdoors]

Simply put, one of your best episodes .

[@julienguyp]

Absolutely beautiful, I was hanging on to everything and when it was done, I was ready for more. Very good subject, production and still loving to see the 3 of you together. Did not mind waiting, it was worth it like always. Love your channel.

[@chrisyost6972]

You two do such great videos! Always an enjoyable watch! Doesn’t hurt that you are a great couple and show your affection for each other. You complement each other well!

[@peterock41]

Love mystic , like traveling back in time . Spent quite a while doing historical preservation down there . Ate enough mystic pizza to last a lifetime .

[@erickrueger6464]

This was your best video yet. Mystic seaport is a treasure that more people need to visit and discover. Thanks for a great video.

[@erichaskell]

Love that New England architecture.

[@joebrown1382]

I accidentally found your channel & subbed you. I'm 76 & from a child I have loved wooden ships & built a 1/8 scale ship. If I had a Bucket List Mystic would be #1. Thanks for sharing.

[@BluePhantom007-z7j]

Tremendous TREMENDOUS video.

[@stevenbutler5142]

Taking your own boat to Mystic Seaport has to be a dream come true, what a great way to experience it.

[@Taugtaug]

This episode was amazing! Everything was so interesting and beautiful.

[@johncoulombe1361]

I only lived 15 miles down the road from Mystic, so I spent many days at the seaport. A lot of the buildings that you saw were brought into the seaport over the years. It took them a long time to get it to where it is today. Going through the Morgan was always my favorite thing to do. I don`t know which way you guys are heading but if you`re heading north try to swing by Watch hill, first stop in Rhode Island. Thanks for a great video guys.

[@bushmechanic13]

Great episode Guys! Learned a lot and enjoyed the Seaport tour.

[@elleemerson1419]

Great job highlighting Mystic Seaport. Watching you on the river brought back many memories.

[@johnsanford48]

loved it one probably one of your best - compassionate and thoughtful!!

[@grizzle251]

I am blown away by the content and delivery of this episode. Well done. I have visited the Mystic Seaport many times over the past 4 decades. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

[@adrianheywood]

Err, this was excellent. Properly, really, excellent. Thank you for sharing your journey. x

[@ProjectAtticus]

Thanks so much!

[@jeffreycohen2496]

You guys make such professional documentaries! Your videos are ready to be picked up by cable or broadcast tv channels. You need an agent to pitch your past and planned work. I say this not only because you deserve the big bucks, but the public has a thirst to watch your entertaining, captivating and informative product of your efforts. Keep up the high standard and it will be inevitable that you reach the next level!

[@dreadnoughtb3364]

Super episode 🏆 Museums are the best. You've edited a masterpiece 👍

[@raywilliams8683]

WOW... Just WOW! Awesome show! Sailing and history in one show, couldn't get any better! I tip my hat to you two!❤

[@officiallyfussy]

“You gonna spank somebody, or what?!” LOL - only you guys could have such engaging content, interesting content and keep that humor weaved throughout. Great episode!

[@tomjcarty]

That's the kind of thing I'd say! 😆😜

[@rayb3117]

This was by far the top Museum I have seen, and the fact the whole Port including the shipyard just makes this whole thing a fantastic stop. One day I would love to go tour that place. What an awesome and informative video. Thank you guys for sharing this.

[@cameronv.peebles6925]

ok that was some of the coolest shit I've ever seen. thanks guys!

[@jacksprat3009]

Excellent episode. This one was more than a tour through time. Reminded me how craftsmanship blended with art to create wonderful, even majestic ships. So good to know those things are being kept alive because, who knows, one day they may be needed again.

[@owenpowers1695]

New character unlocked: Captain Oso

[@steverodgers1067]

This.

[@charlieodom9107]

Every time I hear his name I immediately think of Special Agent Oso the cartoon!!!

[@owenpowers1695]

@@charlieodom9107 same!

[@rbrantley86]

I really enjoyed this episode. I loved seeing all of the old sailing boats and especially the Sunsets. My family comes from Roatan, where you guys visited a while back. I believe my cousin Jed even gave you guys a ride from a restaurant down to your sail boat one night when you were there. My grandfather started our shipping business back in the early 1900's with a 30' sailing boat called the Audios. Watching these videos reminds me of how it must have been when he started sailing. We have grown the business over 3 generations into a larger shipping company, however it's the wooden boats that started the whole thing. Love you guys. Great work.

[@koborkutya7338]

Was just literally looking at YT like "is there no new episode from these guys yet?" Nothing. Then pushed refresh and BANG here we go :)

[@tonyhill5418]

One of the best episodes you guy's have done, I hope you do more like this all around the world.

[@danieltyska4899]

You should listen to Van Morrison's song "Into the Mystic" for this adventure Capt Dan

[@ralfkoch2219]

Must say, this is the third time watching this amazing video! Great history lesson and you never know when you need to move 400lbs+ barrels around the house. Keep up the good work and all the best from Germany! God bless and hope you are a family soon with tiny versions of you both!

[@williamoorejr]

been following for awhile and got a kick out of the statement "Restoring a boat is like building a new one with the old one in the way!" I'm going to run that quote over to Brazil and post it on "Sailing Yaba" Love your channel From my comphy chair Bill

[@lewiscowden9731]

This was a fantastic video. I live 9 miles away from where the TITANIC was built so I love ship building. Brilliant video 👌 I will be watching it a few more times. 👏👏👏💖🌹

[@lookingatgunviolence36]

I haven't been to Mystic Seaport in over 40 years but because of your video I will be visiting this summer

[@christopherlgroves]

Friggin awesome episode... Mystic seaport was the star but your video footage and comments took it to the next level... BRAVO

[@jimg7823]

I've known the Shenandoah for ever owner Bob Douglas from MacDonald Douglas built it and used as a charter which the passagers must work raising the sails because there is no power winches, generator or engine

[@corytoddmusic]

I'm not sure if you two realize how absolutely wonderful this episode is! It's almost like you showed the meaning of life, what makes it beautiful AND how to embrace it. Making dreams tangible. I hope to visit Mystic one day! Looking forward to the next episode, as always.

[@lemonadecitrus4764]

You guys are intertaining to watch when you got everything you need to finance your projects. Some people find it hard to finance even to make a bicycle! Ha ha ha

[@polizach72]

The talent and skill that flows thru that man blood is unreal

[@bin-ue3io]

imagine all the things you could learn from the barrel and blacksmith guy!

[@The_Evolved67]

My oldest daughter who is now 29, when she was 12 years old, she entered a drawing contest for a library. A comment was needed with the drawing, I suggested "see the world read a book." She won the contest and the library was supposed to put a mural on one of their walls in honor of her picture and statement. Watching this channel I have been able to see parts of the world I haven't seen yet, keep it going, it is inspiring.