Solo Camping Florida's Emerald Coast +140 Miles on a Microskiff

[@kalebholland7342]

I love watching this guy. You can really tell that he loves doing what he does and he is always positive.

[@chronicawareness9986]

yeah great guy / channel. inspirational / motivational. Dude check out philosphy d and fishermans life youtube channel i think you would like them too.

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍Totally agree. 💝

[@TripSmith]

Oh yea, I totally love it! Thanks for watching Kaleb!

[@kalebholland7342]

@@TripSmith no problem.

[@fbswampfox]

2:06 come on now, that boat could have been a transformer and flown off into outer space, where’s your kill switch 😂😂

[@davidgroves501]

Not a bad day, boating and watching the Blue Angels

[@ZebraSandwich]

Man this is cool me and my dad launched out of sherman cove like 10 years ago and went to explore the fort and run around in the boat all day. Brought back some good memories!

[@TripSmith]

Oh nice! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍@57:15 forget the food...I want to know what was in the cup!!! 😍That looked like a nice frozen adult beverage.😋💝

[@TripSmith]

Haha! That was a famous bushwasker ;)

[@trevorhalford8410]

I usta live in Orange Beach in 1990. It was beautiful then as well as now. I worked at Bear Point Marina and it is still there too. Crazy how things seam stuck in time while it grows to be so huge around it. Thanks for the journey :) ...

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@christopherhasty5493]

The Blue Angels; that right there is the sound of FREEDOM!

[@mth1368]

Real freedom is what my dad did in WW2 on an aircraft carrier in the South Pacific for four years.

[@TripSmith]

Merica!!!!

[@Beachnative42]

Coolest adventure seeker on KZbin. Keep the videos coming, I love em!

[@chronicawareness9986]

you should check out philosophy d / fishermans life. both channels are great, they are brothers from California who make incredible videos about fishing, eating fish they catch, camping, boating. deermeatfordinner isnt bad either but makes me depressed somtimes they have such a good time lol

[@TripSmith]

Thankya sir! WIll do!

[@ultraneight]

Seems like a genuine dude, how could anyone not like him?

[@TripSmith]

@@ultraneight just me being me, having a good time as best I can 🤙🏼

[@jaeljade3609]

Your videos are really inspiring for me. I live here in LA (lower Alabama), I moved here 10 yrs ago from WI and because of illness and injuries I haven't been able to enjoy the outdoors the way I've wanted to, but I'm working on that and getting fit again so I can enjoy the coast and get back to snorkeling and doing all the fun beach stuff. I get inspired by people who stay fit and like a little adventure.

[@bottycarmods]

@18:00 i think that craig cat was @thatboatguy s. nice to see it again

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! Nice ride!

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍⭐️😍I absolutely loved watching the whole video! I’m amazed at how an $8 umbrella anchor held the boat in place! You had me cracking up @ 41:37 - 41:47, @ 55:00-55:05, @ 1:01:24 😂😆 Fun video. Thanks for sharing!💝🤗💞🤗

[@TripSmith]

Hey awesome, so glad you enjoyed it! Yea, talk about a deal. Sometimes I'm a little silly.... but having a good time for sure.

[@tylerw1418]

😂 ya the 55 mark had me rolling. Definitely my favorite part.

[@jjvizms]

Im at my home office watching this and man, good to see someone out there doing it👍🤙

[@TripSmith]

Haha Thanks for watching! You can do it to, make it happen!

[@suthrnboy143]

I grew up in Mobile and stayed on Ono Island many many times! During HS and college I worked on a boat out of Orange Beach Marina. Thanks for taking me on a little trip down memory lane!

[@TripSmith]

Oh how awesome!!!! I'm sure you've got some good memories.

[@michaelroth6975]

1:20 is where billy bowlegs takes place. a local holiday on the water.

[@michaelroth6975]

we are proud of the graffiti at 13:22

[@TripSmith]

Lol yea that graffiti.... I want to go to Bowlegs.... Need to plan it this year!

[@stevenbenavente1229]

We use to camp on them islands, great place to rest or take cover from a storm. It ain't no holiday inn but better than going to the boat launch..

[@TripSmith]

Absolutely!

[@TheVikingSailor]

That's the sound of Freedom right there.

[@TripSmith]

Absolutely!

[@joenavy203]

Check out a Hobie power skiff. 13 and 15 foot models, self bailing so the water stays out without a pump, it’s foam filled so won’t sink and it’s a deep v so it is good In some chop.

[@TripSmith]

Yea, I've seen those actually and really liked them. I need to look around at them some more.

[@DEADorALIVEkayaking]

7:14 The Blue Angels turned out to greet Trip as he passed?!

[@TripSmith]

Exactly!

[@danielmccutcheon3708]

That's a good haul from milton to the pass in my old 19' cape.... props for doing that full trip is a skiff Fished the bay and watched the blues fly many a times. Been a anchor point (at least it seemed like it) before and that was awesome

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoyed it! Great area for sure.....

[@joanbethea7803]

Great seeing the Trip Dip! So enjoy seeing your adventures and your absolute craziness. You do enjoy living the life! Safe adventures boat on!⚓️

[@TripSmith]

Yes!!! I do enjoy my craziness ;) Thanks!!!

[@titanpreparedness]

Great video as usual. Looks like a good time. When using that green thing i though you were trying to ice fish on sand...started to worry about you

[@TripSmith]

Thanks! Always a good time! Haha, I hear ya....

[@scottfrost8956]

How do you not fish!??? It’s sooo fun and you’re over some amazing fishing water!???

[@TripSmith]

I donno, just to much trouble (or that's what I have told myself) I need to start.... wish I would!

[@angler152]

@@TripSmith if you started it would be awesome content for your videos. A catch clean and cook in the wilderness!!!

[@robertparker3580]

always an adventure Trip!!!!!!!!!!!

[@colev1742]

I live in gulf shores which is just next to orange beach and we boat around the pass all the time and fish offshore on the fishing boat

[@TripSmith]

Nice! Good spot to live

[@Jerryshipping12]

Need to figure out away to add support poles to the skiff and be able to set the hammock and tarp up on it.

[@TripSmith]

Yea.... I just don't like drilling in my boat when I don't have too or having random parts banging around when I'm underway.

[@paulf9653]

Too funny on the coozie find. I work like 10 minutes from White Castle LA. LOL

[@TripSmith]

Haha nice!!!! Small world

[@leequinn.]

13:27 SLAYER !!!!!! \m/

[@TripSmith]

Lol Good eye

[@TheDrawingsensei]

Watched the whole video without skipping any parts man! Love your content.

[@TripSmith]

Oh nice! That's a good sign. Thankya!

[@DTruth850]

Hey Trip.. I like that you Thanked the Good Lord for all you enjoy. I have a skiff as well and it’s such a blessing to be out and enjoy the beautiful Earth that God blessed us to enjoy. Stay safe and blessed brother!

[@TripSmith]

Well, He is the one giving me all the opportunities to enjoy things... Stay safe & Blessed!@

[@DTruth850]

@@TripSmith Thanks for the reply.. I love your adventures my man...perfect content you give.

[@calebrose1940]

You should come to west Tennessee and run the hatchie river.

[@TripSmith]

Maybe I can one day!

[@morashid052]

Kool videos bro definitely luv what you do Moe from New Zealand

[@Ken00212000]

Well done Trip....as usual. Love the new hammock. I may need to get one of those. Keep up the good work and God bless you and the family.

[@TripSmith]

Thankya Ken! Awesome hammock....

[@interminablyperplexed4903]

At Escambia...if u would have just walked about 100ft west on the shoreline there are a few rocks in about 4 ft of water that hold a lot of fish. Was there with the kids during a hurrication from Carolina coast. The beach side at ft Pickens also had some gorgeous tide pools with plenty of passing sea life. Take care

[@TripSmith]

Aw man, didn't know about those spots..... Hate I missed them!

[@mrguitarguy5]

Absolutely love this content!!!!

[@TripSmith]

Hey thanks a ton!

[@chromaticsoundco.7664]

Awesome adventure! Thanks for sharing

[@TripSmith]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!@

[@thomasjohnson1664]

Never say you can’t sink em, We all have “that one friend”

[@TripSmith]

Yea I reckon that's true. I might be that friend lol

[@DEADorALIVEkayaking]

"...you can't sink 'em..." That sounds like a challenge, to me! :)

[@mikea7942]

Liv’n the dream is done at all levels. My dream is cuddly cabin so I can sleep on boat. Freedom on the water. Good for you!

[@TripSmith]

Yea, I'd like to have a small trailerable pilot house type boat ;) Hope you get that cuddy.

[@richardhutchings921]

I'm into the stealth mode also. Love all my stuff Olive green and Black.

[@TripSmith]

Yep!

[@txhypnotist]

Thanks for posting it. Always enjoy the plethora of knowledge I acquire just from simply tagging along.

[@TripSmith]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cosmicsurfpro]

Radar looks interesting but all is good 😂👍👌

[@TripSmith]

Lol I hear ya. Good times.

[@aquateal1111]

Hey Trip!! Thanks for the video! I recently took a SUP camping trip to this area. I originally wanted to put in at Sherman’s Cove (military property and I’m not) and paddle out to Ft Mcree. I ended up putting in at Perdido bridge and paddling out to the backside of Johnsons beach to camp. You are correct on lack of hammock trees!!! I’m wondering if you know a good place to put in a SUP that isn’t on military property (and I can park my vehicle) closer to Ft Mcree.

[@aquateal1111]

Without having to paddle across the Pensacola bay pass … 🏝🏄🏼

[@TripSmith]

Hey cool! I'd head over to one of the marinas there on big lagoon near the pass. Just walk up and tell them what you're trying to do. I bet they either let you launch and park free or charge you a reasonable amount. Years ago I did a paddling trip out there and that's how I did it

[@00griffis00]

I really like all your videos. It's nice to see someone who enjoys other people but knows how to enjoy their own company as well. I don't know why when I tell people I'm doing something like this they ask "you wont get lonely"?

[@TripSmith]

Glad to hear that Brandon! It's good to be alone at times then good to hang with good people....

[@ribjones2654]

Great video. Cool new hammock & tarp.

[@TripSmith]

Thankya!

[@winsor68]

It always freaks me out seeing you jump in the water. It just part of having grown up in North Qld where the big salty crocs live.

[@TripSmith]

Yea.... Thankfully we don't have them here. Are they that bad down there????

[@winsor68]

@@TripSmith Their reputation is. The fact they see us as food and won't hesitate if given the opportunity is worrying.

[@novasloco]

Great video Trip! Looking forward to the SUP adventure! Btw, I think that baby crab was scared! It saw the hunger in your eyes!!

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Jon! Yes it must have seen that lol

[@Flies_and_Fins_Charters]

If you ever sell your boat for one of those Boston Whalers PLEASE sell it to me! I live in Destin, love watching your channel and thats my dream skiff! Haha keep up the adventures Trip! Maybe I’ll see ya out on the water one day!

[@TripSmith]

Hey Bo! Well, it's kinda for sale under that radar. Have some folks coming to look at it tomorrow. Shoot me an email at tripsmith.live/contact Maybe so man! Thanks!

[@smithjs1978]

About to watch! Hope you stopped by Spectre Island!

[@TripSmith]

Hmmmm, don't know about that one....

[@MudjunkiesMS]

Awesome! I’m headed to Pensacola in a couple weeks. Can’t wait

[@TripSmith]

Enjoy!

[@matthewbalboni6572]

I love how at 13:22 Trip is in the Fort explaining how interesting it was and it says "Fart in my mouth" on the wall LMAO!!!

[@TripSmith]

OH there was all kinds of stuff on those walls lol

[@johnnyV75]

Adding fishing and camping with Trip Smith to my bucket list lol

[@pmang6]

Ive never seen him fish before and he mentioned not being a big fan of fishing in one of his videos. Wonder why.

[@TripSmith]

There ya go Johnny! I just haven't taken the time to get good at fishing.... To busy adventuring

[@johnnyV75]

@@pmang6 fair point. Doesn't mean I can't fish lol

[@sheilajackson3750]

Hi there. My dad introduced me to your videos the other day and I had a thought that when you are sleeping on your boat that you might be able to have a hinged board coming off of your storage compartment lid (the one that you sleep on) that would open towards the front of the boat and rested on your cooler, or the front of the boat (not sure of the dimensions) to give you a better, more stable platform for sleeping on. You know, just a piece of plywood or something durable that you could paint white or whatever.... It would make your lid slightly heavier, but might be worth a good nights sleep. I like the new mattress that blows up with the bag.... great solution to blowing up small things. I enjoyed watching. Good for you on your adventuring, and stay safe out there! :)_

[@sheilajackson3750]

.... or perhaps the board could be hanging down on the front of the compartment and then raises Up on a hinge to rest on your cooler...????

[@TripSmith]

Yea, I've thought about various things like your are talking about.... Haven't come up with a solution I would be happy with. I have a few ideas I'd like to try but I will probably be selling the boat in the near future so I won't be making extra holes or anything in her.

[@sheilajackson3750]

@@TripSmith :) I wasn't sure you even still had "her" now.... I saw you had your eyes on a new boat! lol Have fun.

[@aus5405]

You should look at Carolina Skiffs, specifically the J Series. Simple, unsinkable, stable, and shallow drafting.

[@TripSmith]

I've looked at them.... Not sure about the J Series but a lot them can beat you up in chop....

[@BigBirdieXL]

Just giving you a heads up I wouldn’t recommend going out it of the Alabama pass in a small boat...this is one of the smoothest I’ve ever seen it in this video and I’m from down here (Ono island). Defiantly go by Robinson island, go to sunset grill (restaurant) in holiday harbor(Marina) and get the blackened trigger fish poboy

[@TripSmith]

Yea, it can get dicey lol I'll check it out. Ono.... wish I lived there!!!!

[@BigBirdieXL]

Trip Smith lots of rules on the island, they have their own police force there as well as the fire station. Also Pirates cove has amazing burgers and the best bushwhacker you’ll ever experience.

[@Trouble361]

You know what's better than watching a sunrise... Sleeping through it....

[@TripSmith]

Haha I hear ya.

[@Trouble361]

Rad channel by the way ...

[@rufushayday6990]

This is (a) really cool Trip!

[@daddyrabbit2638]

I live in Biloxi. Do you ever consider coming west towards MS. We have several cool spots especially around the Ocean springs and Biloxi area. We have horn island and ship island with Davis bayou. I'm in Casino management and most of my friends are local business owners, we grew up on the water in Biloxi so we would be happy to show you some beautiful spots. You seem like a funny guy and would fit right in with my friends.

[@TripSmith]

I haven't ventured that way yet, I've heard the water isn't as clear over that way and I'm a sucker for clear waters ;) Is this MIke?

[@daddyrabbit2638]

@@TripSmith my name is Anthony and the water is not as clear until you get up in the rivers and bayous. If you ride out to Horn island it's 7 miles off the coast and the water is like Florida and the island is beautiful. We would be glad to go with you and with my cajun crew you would have a blast. We boil crabs, shrimp and we swim with the dolphins. Something to think about, let me know and I'll get you my number so we can talk. Take care Trip.

[@smkwhatsnext3411]

I used to have a 13 ft. Whaler fun little boat should've kept it hindsight right

[@TripSmith]

Yea hindsight.... I'd like to cruise in one one day.

[@Greenwashedhipppie]

The Blues practice overtop my house in Navarre . It's awesomeness! You probably already know there is also a fire station on Santa Rosa Island in Navarre .

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! I didn't know that about Santa Rosa Island. Cool stuff!

[@angler152]

I like that skiff!!! what kind is it?

[@Casey-dj1xz]

Trying to figure this out as well 😂

[@angler152]

Its a ipb skiff... its pretty cool.. but I think I'm going to save for a ankona skiff

[@TripSmith]

Yep, I'd go for the Ankona over it for sure.

[@MrDavidelliottjr]

Good stuff man.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks!!!

[@chrisfurry766]

Anchor!!! HAHA! That’s funny. I’ve “never” done that. Great video.

[@TripSmith]

Haha fur sure!

[@andys4971]

Boston Whaler Montauk 17 would be a perfect boat for ya trip. I’m not a salesman but I’m an owner and i love mine. They make smaller ones that are great too like the super sport 13 but the montauk 17 is big enough for the family too

[@georges3242]

I have Super Sport 13 at least 15 years old. Fun to cruise around in and looks better than the newer ones. Cruises effortlessly at 20 knots but can do 30 with the 40 hp Merc. A little scary leaping off big wakes at 20 knots. What kind of skiff and motor size does he have?

[@TripSmith]

Yea I'd like to take a few whalers for a test run one day. Would be fun. I really like the newer ones.... That is an IPB 14 for a 25hp 2-stroke on her.

[@johnlasley9384]

Cool micro skiff

[@TripSmith]

Thanks John!

[@Michael-cf9lf]

i believe that boat guy may have one of those little cats he may sell.

[@TripSmith]

Maybe.... Need to get up with him.

[@stevenbenavente1229]

Man that's a ride

[@TripSmith]

It's a pretty good one lol

[@alexinjt]

Good stuff as usual. Can you tell us what boat that us, and equipment, thanks

[@TripSmith]

Thanks! Check the links in the description. The boat is an IPB 14 ;) Now Skimmer Skiff Makes them

[@trayaterranova]

Am I the only one that was terrified in that old fort?! Besides that, looks like another great trip, Trip! Love your videos!

[@TripSmith]

Haha, yea i Have been told from a few folks that I was crazy to go in there alone. The thing is, everyone is scared to be in there alone in the dark. So no one should be in there to cause trouble. Especially out there away from everything. Glad you enjoy them Traya!

[@robmitchell3633]

Cool adventure. Love that area.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Rob, me too!

[@tuckersurratt5783]

You should do a trip down the flint river too lake Seminole closer too Albany ga it gets really rocky and it’s definitely one of the coolest places ever in my opinion

[@TripSmith]

Yea I've heard of that section... I need to give a try....

[@JosiahGould]

The Algorithm sent me here. I'm glad it did. I've lived here 20 years and haven't seen this much of the coast. Hello from Crestview, Florida.

[@TripSmith]

I'm glad it did too! Lots of adventures to catch up on.

[@jlowe181]

Just found this channel. This guy looks like Murr from the show impractical jokers😀 subscribed👍🏼

[@TripSmith]

Haha! Thanks for subscribing jlowe!

[@evanfedeson211]

I want a boat like that so bad.

[@TripSmith]

Hope you can get yourself one soon Evan!

[@mth1368]

Trip, love the vid. I live in the Mid Atlantic states where the water is colder and more green colored. When you talk about clarity, do you mean visibility horizontally under water? I thought the water in Destin was very clear when I was there, but in certain places like the Alabama coast the water was more brown can cloudy. Is that typical of the AL coast? Why is Destin so much more clear and blue than Orange Beach?

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Tom! Yes visibility through the water. JP has got it right on the money. The big rivers nasty it up.

[@vinceh5163]

Next time take some insta light charcoal 1 little bag very little weight will even burn the wet wood. Best case remedy for that cold sausage.

[@TripSmith]

That would be fun to try one time..... I bet people would get all over me though for hurting the environment, even if it really doesn't.

[@colemanjohnson5442]

I watch your videos all the time.what size hp is on the skiff

[@seanhenderson6571]

Hey Trip, recently found your channel and subscribed. I am enjoying the energy and spirit of adventure you bring to each video. As I’m catching up with your videos I’ve seen several things you use I’d like to get. ie the hat and pillow from this video. Looked for a gear list but not finding one. ??

[@TripSmith]

Hey thanks Sean, glad you found the channel! The hat is a Imperial Headwear hat, Watership Series. The Pillow.... CampSaver ;)

[@cmjek4154]

Love watching this Guy, as I were with him...

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoy watching Charles!

[@tristenneeley5340]

It is scallop season in Florida you should try it

[@TripSmith]

I'll be going scalloping when it comes in around port st joe next month ;)

[@davidsmith8048]

Mermaid Trip. Lol. Great stuff brother.

[@jasond4113]

I think he might be gay. Doth protest too much. Love this adventure.

[@TripSmith]

Haha, nah, not gay for sure ;)

[@michaelthar8894]

SIMPLE MAN !!!!! Need more like ya😎

[@TripSmith]

Yea buddy!

[@sawyermitchell6242]

I have a custom g3 16ft skiff and it is awesome I can draft 5 inches

[@TripSmith]

NIce!!!! I'd like to give one a try in some rougher water and see how she does.... My father in law has one to and their nice!

[@Outdoors-pb2sc]

What kind of prop were you running on that motor? I've got the same motor on my jon boat. Looking to gain some speed with a stainless prop.

[@JoeMarcello123]

I live there in Miramar Beach.

[@TripSmith]

Oh nice spot!!!!

[@apom316]

Awesome video!

[@TripSmith]

Thankya!

[@murda5001]

Good trip 🤙🏽

[@TripSmith]

Thankya!

[@zeljkodejanovic8786]

What are the dimensions of that skiff? Length, width and depth. I plan to make something similar for myself or maybe longer, up to 6m. Like it.

[@piquat1]

What is the purpose of the little platform over the engine?

[@MabrysDad]

I’m very familiar with the Destin Pcola area. Watching your vids I like to try and find where you launch, your route and where you camp on google earth. If you could flash a map pin in the beginning of the vid it would help. Please consider this. Thanks.

[@TripSmith]

Yea I've thoght about putting a map in at times... Just didn't.....

[@hunterrichter4884]

Got my popcorn ready

[@TripSmith]

You know it!

[@1joetify]

Hey trip try the Stanley fat max spot light from Walmart it is super bright and last a long time for those night time boat driving. It rechargeable and holds a charge for a year. Also I would like to send you something for the Nats and mosquitoes tell me how I can send it to you.

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool I need to check it out, thanks! Hmmmm, shoot me an email at tripsmith.live/contact ;)

[@gamgamgangname1069]

Is that 30hp merc? Look fast hehe

[@TripSmith]

25 2-stroke. She ran really well.....

[@daved6569]

Hey Trip. Who makes that fly and hammock? Thanks in advance

[@rivertimeable]

great trip..TRIP.......

[@TripSmith]

Thankya!

[@nathanburns5153]

Robert Smith is the singer / guitarist for The Cure. 😆

[@khaarliswilliams6499]

Good genuine content your personality the energy you bring and the way you make you videos are amazing I love going on adventures and trips and fishing and hunting along the way and your videos just bring a smile to my face thank your for taking your time to make these videos and putting them on here for all of us to watch

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoy it! You're welcome. Thanks for the great comment.

[@Czech_Mate704]

How do you not run aground more? It takes me many tide cycles to learn an area or follow other boats to learn the channel. I explore the NC/SC coast. I also study google earth extensively before going to a new area.

[@TripSmith]

I donno.... I study google earth most every day as well. I've spent a lot of time on the water so maybe that has something to do with it. Or maybe I'm just lucky? BUt the water down here is pretty clear so most shallows you can see.

[@Czech_Mate704]

@@TripSmith the water isn’t that clear around the NC/SC coast with a few exceptions. Keep up the great videos!

[@luisguevara7402]

do a video about the boat too

[@Beats24-7]

Respect 💯

[@TripSmith]

Yea buddy!

[@fishingandcampingchannel8682]

You need a small tent 1 person.

[@TripSmith]

I've got one, but not sure how it would work on there....