TRAWLER LIFE in the THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK CANADA

Georgina Island in the Thousand Islands is quickly becoming everything we hoped the journey on America's Great Loop would become. A small place, we just happened unto, and it is a joy. Hiking ✅ A Natural Lazy River ✅ Wildlife ✅ and great company! Today we enjoy the Thousand Islands National Park in Canada and enjoy Summer!
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Cheers from the Loop,
Jennifer and Elliot
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🎥 Episode #292 | Filmed on July 15th, 2022
🇺🇸 America's Great Loop | Georgina Island Thousand Islands, Ontario
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Hi! We are high school sweethearts from Atlanta, Georgia who decided to take a year off to travel around the world. Together we decided to create vlogs for our journey as a fun way to remember it. On September 15, 2019, we left Atlanta with 3 bags, 2 one-way tickets, and 1 goal of traveling for a whole year. Little did we know, 6 months later we would find ourselves in a nationwide lockdown in India. After spending 5 months in India, we came back to the United States and decided to purchase a 34’ Trawler, dive headfirst into boat life, and kick-off America’s Great Loop.
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[@SchoandJo]

Thank you for watching! This video was filmed on July 15th. Find out how much the Great Loop Costs: schoandjo.com/great-loop-expenses/ Want to keep up with us in real-time? Sign up for our weekly email to be filled in our current cruising plans and adventures. schoandjo.com/sunday-summary Do you have recommendations for future stops along America’s Great Loop? Please share them with us here! bit.ly/great-loop-recommendations

[@bighand1530]

How I wish for warmer weather right about now. Now it’s January 22nd 2024. I was in Thousand Island last summer.

[@Artist_Kevin]

This reminds me of Devil's Fork State Park in South Carolina. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@Godofthemoon1]

That’s what boating is all about there ❤

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks!

[@BobEstler]

I think the best part of this vide is just how much fun you two were having.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks! It really was a blast!

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

Love your channel and I've been waiting on this to drop. Enjoy the years of your lives! 🐟🐟🐟

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much!

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Every time I go across the bridge, I’ve seen your dock. Despite sailing a lot in the area, I never realized that Georgina was a park island. I always thought that there was a private cottage there, occupied by some really lucky people.

[@SchoandJo]

haha now we can all be lucky people staying at the Parks Canada dock!

[@tmac709]

Canada is pretty cool with all of the islands and clear water. Canada is a beautiful country.

[@SchoandJo]

For sure!

[@johnclapperton5556]

I watched your videos as you arrived in Canada and decided to go back to your great loop beginning and have enjoyed them alot. I am up to date now so decieded to gove you a comment. I hope your time in Canada goes well for you.

[@SchoandJo]

Thank you so much John!

[@Prototheria]

I don't think that I've ever seen a dog play fetch with big rocks before. That's a new one.

[@SchoandJo]

She loves it!

[@petercharron3268]

Yeah, the current in the Canadian Channel near the Canadian span is crazy.

[@erichcollar9810]

Great video and it underlines why we must do more to protect our natural treasures such as as 1000 Islands. Can’t wait to see the Trent Severn.

[@SchoandJo]

1,000% agree, thanks Erich!

[@michaelhensley4102]

Love your videos, your camera work is really high quality. Thank you for the effort you put into them

[@mikehlavinka2964]

I have a good friend who has several dogs but his one oldest dog named boo has his favorite Rock we call it the potato rock. You throw it in the river which is relatively shallow depending on weather and sure enough he brings it back every time. I can't even begin to explain it but we laugh hysterically. Apparently your dog has found his new best friend The Rock LOL

[@SchoandJo]

Haha that’s great… she is definitely loves the rocks!

[@harryfritter8266]

I love their salad dressing

[@SchoandJo]

It’s good!

[@markisLem]

The islands upriver are even better, like Camelot and Endymion.

[@SchoandJo]

Cool, thanks Mark!

[@jimmyrants4342]

You two are killin' it. What a great loop cruise!!! Great video.

[@SchoandJo]

haha

[@johnnyoh63]

Those Zebra mussels are why the water is so clear. Ridiculously invasive and have found their way all thru the Great Lakes, Finger Lakes, Erie Canal, etc. But the Thousand Islands, Clayton, Canadia (yes, I said Canadia), etc. are all great places to explore. And Bob's your uncle.

[@SchoandJo]

Its interesting to see the affects of the mussels and how they have impacted each of the great lakes and regions a bit differently!

[@karlbass7895]

Great job sharing the adventure via video. Enjoying immensely.

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Karl 🤙

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely amazing work folks, these shots are spectacular. What a stunning cinematography folks! Love this!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much!

[@paulhaas4299]

You made me homesick. I have spent over 10 years in the 1000 Islands. I have spent many days and nights on Georgina, beautiful place.

[@SchoandJo]

Oh super cool, it really is a fantastic spot.

[@buckpowers4837]

Since when do hikers wear sandals? Bears, I remember tying food high in a tree one night. Canada is beautiful and thank goodness people are enjoying it and not trashing the place. Good water and a good trip so far. Enjoy

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

Georgina Island looked amazing! I bet it was great to get out and hike! Ollie and those rocks…how does she get them in her mouth!!! The water was so clear…loved seeing Ollie’s legs swimming…looked like you two had a blast! Happy and safe cruising!

[@SchoandJo]

haha us too! she goes crazy for the rocks!

[@shawnmacneil8869]

My favorite place on earth to boat! The thousand islands are in my eye magical and every season we go for a week in august and just boat boat boat! I wish you guys where there in august! Water is warm no bugs. Best month ever in Ontario( maybe next time ) second favorite Georgian Bay! I’m so happy you had a good time in Canada ( so far) and please please come and visit us again! Your always welcome. Please say hi to Ollie for me ❤ can’t wait to see your trip through the Trent! Especially the lift locks and the big chute! Love you guys enjoy ❤

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Shawn! We can totally see why these areas are your favorite, they are magical!

[@elizabethfryar6570]

OMG my husband is SSSOO happy there's another video. Could you please talk about the current a bit. It's crazy fast and I can't see how it's forming. And please, more of Ollie. What a sweetie.

[@SchoandJo]

The current comes from the elevation difference in the river of Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River, and the ocean. It was going at least 3 knots, some of the fastest we've seen on the entire loop! It goes quite a bit faster when the channel narrows because all the water has to be pushed through, like when you squeeze a hose. Absolutely will have more Ollie 😁 She's the start haha

[@karenprice5439]

Another awesome video.. Enjoyed watching u going in the water... We wouldn't find it cold..lol... Enjoyed Ollie swimming... 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@SchoandJo]

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@SchoandJo]

Ollie loves the Canadian water 😁

[@lauren__rose]

Love watching you enjoy the thousand islands! Can’t beat that clear, cold water😅 I live in the area so it’s refreshing to watch your experience and first impressions! 💙

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Lauren! We've thoroughly enjoyed it so far, will definitely head back someday!

[@scottk229]

Great video, we live and boat on the trent system. Cant wait to watch your videos of coming thru our area and experiencing all the trent waterway has to offer. Take care guys!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Scott!

[@peterinsyracuse7056]

Enjoyed the video of my favorite cruising area. As someone else below commented, the reason the vegetation is different on the west end of Georgina is because the parks dept did a controlled burn on that end, 5-10 years ago. Purpose was to simulate natural forest fires and allow more natural & traditional plant growth.

[@SchoandJo]

Very interesting, thanks for sharing Peter!

[@mikehlavinka2964]

That looks so much fun. Congratulations!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Mike!

[@richardneely595]

I love watching your channel. I had been watching for about 6 month or 9 month now . I saw all of you videos on my old channel now catching up. Ty for sharing and I'm looking for seeing the rest of your journey. Be safe and have fun:)

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks Richard!

[@bighand1530]

That’s how long it’s been more or less since I was last at Thousand Islands.

[@scottivanoff3332]

We should all do the loop are do what we want to do and ! Have a great day

[@SchoandJo]

Exactly!

[@LadyEdisto]

Love this episode

[@SchoandJo]

Thank you Virginia!

[@eprohoda]

ccool ~ take care- Scho! 🙌

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks!

[@tommarlene1457]

We have been watching since you set out in Key West (the loop is on our bucket list) and for some reason thought your videos were more 'real' time and were going to reach out to you when you got to the 1000 islands ... we obviously missed you and are disappointed our timing was off! This is our boating area and Georgina is one of the closest islands to our marina - the dock you are at gets VERY busy during the summer and floating with the current is very popular. Your timing was very good. Checking our log for July 15th, we were close .. anchored a few miles west near another park island (Mulcaster). We look forward to your adventure thru Georgian Bay and the North Channel as we are heading there this coming summer for 4 months. Just FYI, the reason the west corner of Georgina looks different is due to a fire many years ago. Enjoy following you on your adventures, your story telling (and down-to-earth way) make it very relatable.

[@SchoandJo]

Oh wow, we were very close! We heard that from a few people, we are super happy that it happened to work out at this dock - it really made our first stay in Canada magical. Thanks for watching and maybe our paths will cross in the future 😁

[@darthdaddy6983]

I ❤ Kingston to Montreal

[@SchoandJo]

We’ll have to do that route at some point!

[@jimmoncrieff5247]

Really enjoy watching your videos… I’m still cruising around the 1000 Islands. My boat (Bayliner 3270 - Helios) gets pulled out next week 😊

[@SchoandJo]

Wow, are you the last boat out there?? Its getting cold boating in Mississippi haha 😁 Kudos!

[@tomreid5184]

Wouldn't you like to know what Ollie was thinking as she went and took those large rocks out of the water. Especially since she went into the water on her own then balked when the water got deeper. Great video. I know you're almost into the Gulf but want to wish you a Merry Christmas and safe travels for the New Year. This goes for Ollie also. Semper Fi!

[@SchoandJo]

Thanks so much Tom. It'd be funny for a look into Ollie's thought process 😂 Cheers, and happy holidays to you and your family!

[@billsandlin9432]

Love the vids btw.

[@davidingraham1989]

Won’t be making it this time around. Got some family waitin on us in Port Charlotte in Ohio. Fam comes first. Thanks. D.

[@SchoandJo]

Everyone's Loop is there own! You are out there doin it your way 😁

[@kevinhoffman8214]

I had a giant german shepherd that just wrapped his paws around me when he got tired of swimming

[@SchoandJo]

Cute!

[@throttleupfly]

the BEST fresh water diving in the world 1000 dive charters MANY wrecks, drift diving oh fish unbelievable of by the way iam a rebreather tech diver sturgeon to 8ft. EXPLORE

[@SchoandJo]

Cool! Thanks Greg! Will have to explore diving next time :)

[@adambarton8448]

Did Elliot really say “rich elites”?😮

[@SchoandJo]

Perhaps I could've used better terminology but you get the gist!

[@adambarton8448]

Yes, the “gist”was inferred. It’s sad Elliott feels this way.

[@SchoandJo]

Sorry, Adam, I don't understand what you are implying 🤷‍♂️

[@billsandlin9432]

Was checking to see if you were still using NEBO?

[@SchoandJo]

Yes we are, and loving it! We are friends only though so you may not be able to find us.

[@joeshmooo5327]

Did you finish the loop?

[@SchoandJo]

Not yet!

[@joeshmooo5327]

@@SchoandJo Your the first loopers I have watched. I have seen almost all of your videos. You guys ROCK.

[@TheBigWWI]

Is it me or do you kids keep forgetting to put meat in your dinners?

[@SchoandJo]

I can guarantee you that we did not forget 😁