Venture around Vancouver Island

This video is about a journey made in the summer of 2014 up the rugged West Coast of Vancouver Island. Highlights are a loggers competition in Ucluelet, a black bear sighting, a cruise up the Marble River and a close encounter with the Roaring Hole Rapids in the Broughton Islands on the mainland

[@africanleopard1920]

THIS IS THE MOST WONDERFUL AND AMAZING TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY I HAVE EVER SEEN!. THANK YOU. - I watch all your Venture Boats trips (Aleutians, Alaska, British Columbia, Europe, Ireland, England, California, Idaho, New York). All videos are properly edited and perfectly presented. All landscapes, scenes, nature, blue sky, grey sky, deep blue sea make me feel so good. It is very soothing and entertaining. Whenever I am stressed out in my life, I always go to watch your sailing videos and it comfort me a lot. - I enjoy watching all your videos (on my 72" flat screen TV - SONY) all time, every weekend from my home in Los Angeles. Even though I am not fortunate like you to circumnavigate the globe and travel on own boat, your sea journey and wonderful voyage videos have brought many delights and good feeling to me. We all ordinary people are grateful to you (Gratitude) for your generous and wonderful presentations. Thank you.

[@johnshields6852]

Well spoken English, no hype, no antics, thank you so much. Now that's how to start a yacht company, sailing thousands of nautical miles, proving her seaworthiness

[@herbspivey965]

I’ve dreamed of buying an old fishing boat and going around the island. I’m only 73 years so I still have time to do it. Until then I’ll keep watching your videos. They are magnificent. Thanks once more.

[@thomasfleming2593]

Such a leisurely pace and so much beauty to behold. I feel like I've had a vacation after watching each one of your documentary's. Thank You. Tom Fleming

[@xxlyoster7553]

Danke.... für die wundervollen, stimmungsvollen Impressionen. Bilder zum Träumen die uns in eine entfernte Welt führen.

[@tomquinn5437]

Another spectacular adventure video by Tony Fleming. Thanks for who you are and what you do.

[@AWWx2]

A wonderful island, so insignificant to so many folk in Canada, USA, all of North and South America and the rest of the world, but oh, such a treasure and filled with such intrigue, such majesty, such interesting climates and sea and freshwater merges. And, such great photography, every second of this 38 minute video. And you deliver such poetry about this trip.

[@jibguy2003]

Your storytelling craft is as solid as your boats.

[@anthonysanford444]

Awesome thanks for the upload I'm from Alert Bay it's nice to see my memories aren't just a dream 🤔🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦👽😒

[@buddymoofish]

This was beautiful. As a Vancouver Island resident, this showcase of our remote areas is brilliant.

[@alantally5604]

You are SO LUCKY to have made these trips through the Almighty Lord's Nature. Can you imagine how Great HE must be.

[@lessismoor5907]

I don't care if you even called it "Bumford," your work is astounding, and your efforts can never be appreciated enough. Thank you, Mr. Fleming.

[@pittwaterplayground]

We visited Vancouver Island from Australia last year. This wonderful film brings back so many wonderful memories. Cannot wait to come back, and please don't let too many people know what an amazing place it is. Thank you.

[@Dan_C604]

Mr. Fleming’s legacy, not only beautiful yachts but also amazing journeys across the world. Thank you, Mr. Fleming!

[@patriciarussell1177]

I love your commentator he has the most magnificent voice I put him right up beside Mr. Wallace wildlife, I grew up with Mr. Wallace and I could always fall asleep to this voice which is a big compliment, I would love to see the venture up close the inside and the exterior.

[@evabalga6133]

Superb narration and sensitive use of music that doesn’t blast over natural sounds is another thing I appreciate tremendously.

[@minenu11]

Vancouver island. A microcosm of paradise. My favourite place in the world.

[@FLGurl]

This channel is more than Oscar--worthy. My ❤ is blessed in many ways with each video. Thank you (again).

[@cq7415]

Another wonderful video of the NW. You guys are real experts at boating and making videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@davidsmith3828]

Thank you so much for producing and posting this absolutely stunning video! It helps me keep realizing there is so much beauty and peaceful nature in the world! They should require anyone watching the daily news to watch such a video after each episode...there IS still beauty in the world! Thank you...from a Louisiana wasteland!

[@jacktaylor1030]

Simply the Best, the Cinematography of this video is second to none. Yes, I would've liked to seen some fishing of such pristine waters. Hopefully another cruiser will cover fishing in another adventure. The scenery was epic, well done job, folk's, Love Y'all.

[@nicholaschampagne1976]

Since finding this channel, I Love your adventures, narrative is nice, informative. I started from oldest and watching one by one, THANKS

[@viahj]

Watching your films, my soul takes a deep breath and exhales slowly, in comfort of the grand realms that lie around us, yet undiscovered. Thank you for taking us along your adventures.

[@EKAdventures51]

this is great filmography, now videography, I thank you for your experience put on screen - combining two of my loves, filming and travel on West coast BC

[@timothyfrench9579]

I'm crying right now. This is perfectly reminiscent of what my late wife and I did during our frequent visits to the Broughton islands. You have captured the ambiance perfectly. We had the luxury of modern navigation when it was brand new, so there was very little traffic, and we took our 42 ft sailboat into uncharted waters, and enjoyed the experience of exploring in the tender, places that travelers didn't bother. Thank you, Timmy

[@marklortie4681]

Thank you so much for the jurny. It is so beautiful. I only wish I could be there.

[@tylero8595]

Ive been all over the world, the west coast of Vancouver Island is my favourite place.

[@Sushi2735]

OMG! These Coastal Cottages are wonderful. I have a cottage like these, only bigger with a big screened in porch! Do have a3/2 that’s 110 yrs old. It is charming, built out of hand planed Heart Of Pine! Luckiest girl in the world 🙏🏼

[@jclar3565]

I think this little series sets a precedent in simple high quality entertainment...professionally produced stories of experiences accessible to adventure minded regular people.

[@garybevis8691]

I have been through the inside passage in a fishing boat some 21 years ago, brings back wonderful memories, cheers and thanks a million for the pictures. I had a film camera and was not to capture more than a precious few. From Gig Harbor WA to Icy Bay AK I went by seine boat. It was part amazement, terror and wonder. I loved to see the humpback whales I got sprayed by a whale sounding 10 feet from me on the skiff. Some of the best memories of my 60 year old life.

[@jc0730]

Another remarkably beautiful journey courtesy of Venture and its crew. Thank you!

[@alantally5604]

This is the MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE on EARTH.

[@michaelambrosano938]

I have watched MANAAY of your video's and I rarely comment,.but I LOVE them,..I always feel as though I am along for the journey! AND the editing is flawless,..thank you for sharing

[@bob-qz9ey]

Wow! As a 69 yr resident of this jewel of an Island, whose travelled most of it, I'm as grateful for this venture as for who realized it. What a wonderful journey!

[@lukeeichner]

BEEN WATCHING A FEW OF THESE NOW OVER THE LAST FEW DAYS FANTASTIC

[@kellyr5275]

One of my favorite activities...to relax I watch your travels. So well done...thank you so much. What a blessed life you have, to see wonders of the world like this!! Someday...I hope I can go on an adVENTURE😉

[@jcarmich0]

Wonderful video! Of course, it's not Bamford, but Bamfield - no matter. This is a trip I took with my dad and my father-in-law a few years ago aboard his 37' Tolly. We visited many of the same places and, although we examined Roaringhole Rapids, we did not transit them. Fascinating adventure and thank you for sharing!

[@lottielove7383]

Not sure why people put the thumbs down on this, I thought it was great and what a lovely life out on the water all the time, The video was so tranquil and i could sail around where you guys were all day!!

[@Liendoelcm]

What I like about these posts is that you seem to visit, without noise or disruption, then quietly leave without a trace. It is refreshing to see your flag not embrace the callous brashness, to which many attributes to its arrival.

[@AwakenThyself]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. :) Many blessings

[@myriamlockhart6560]

Thank you so much for sharing this lovely voyage, it felt like I was almost there, like a dream. The narrator voice combined with the spectacular filming was sublime.

[@guerrillaentrepreneur5999]

At times I hear Sir Anthony Hopkins and Sir Richard Attenborough in the his voice as he narrates this excellent video...................!

[@mikeysclips]

I shed a tear when he said "festoons".

[@suemckenney4313]

Beautiful video yet again. Magnificent Vancouver Island, beautiful Fleming.

[@jameswellings9944]

Fantastisch series, brings back memories! Thank you so much Fleming's people

[@frednavrotski8936]

I have friends that live in the island now. I feel so much closer to them now. Thank you for this video. I enjoyed it greatly.

[@FordManiac76]

The hay day of those west coast towns ended sometime in the 90s. Back then they were bustling with lots of loggers, fishermen and mill workers. They have tried to promote tourism but for the more remote towns it was limited.

[@yo-oj2fp]

Love Canada beautiful country beautiful

[@lewislinzy3437]

Very pleasant music makes this even more enjoyable to watch. Good narration too.

[@theophil4090]

Comme à chaque fois , un magnifique voyage , filmé et commenté avec cette perfection qui n'appartient qu'à Tony Fleming !.. Merci infiniment de cette pause de beauté sereine que vous nous faites partager avec vous !

[@freeskitim800]

THANK YOU! This is the best stuff on youtube!

[@SideTripLife]

Wonderful! As a native West Coast BC'r, it is both an honour and pleasure to watch this series. Thank you sir.

[@DrCrabfingers]

Tony...the poetic skills of your ancestors are here for all to enjoy. What a wonderful film. Venture looks superb as she calmly provides a haven from the fog and tides of those awe inspiring bodies of water. For myself, I have to say that it is my deeply held dream to explore that very coastline in a trawler yacht...following the Gray whales as they migrate North to Alaska...for me, that coast line is a magnet, it is the stuff of my very deepest desires...that coastline and the Caribbean, and Bermuda hold me in a mesmeric gaze. I desire to do what you have done with all my heart...I salute you and your incredible achievements....

[@FlemingYachts]

Up until this past summer, I used quite large and expensive Sony video cameras. This summer I switched to a Panasonic GH3 SLR camera which is much smaller, lighter and more discreet. also much cheaoer even after buying lenses. I had quite a learning curve making the change but the results are great. I then had problems dealing with the camera files in my editing system so I bit the bullet and switched to Final Cut Pro 10 which meant upgrading the computer - another steep learning curve. This video is the first from this new combination.

[@IamUke]

+FlemingYachts Your videos are beautiful, informative and inspiring. You are my model for the videos of my own Vancouver Island Adventure I am planning. Thanks for sharing!

[@MetaView7]

Great video. Very educational.

[@snoozinglion8596]

Great adventure! You're lucky ;) Thanks for sharing Ps. From Vancouver island (Nanaimo - East Coast)

[@thomassmith2056]

your videos are fantastic Tony 😁thank you sir

[@skipsassy1]

Explain the building of the vessel outside a U.S. second tier yard please and no more editorials from this maritime lawyer.

[@tommeredith7079]

No need for a Yacht payment or an outright purchase of one. Forget the costly insurance as well as gas and other expenses. You can save time and money as you view this virtual video of a trip covering several beautiful places. Great background music and commentary from the gentleman highlighting the excursion.

[@2needtoknow]

Live in Qualicum Beach and I must say what an outstanding film of our back yard.

[@beadleniki]

You did a great job capturing the beauty of our Island.

[@nigelbutlerr7294]

Always wanted to go live on Vancouver Island,never made it,but thanks for the video on it.

[@100daysmic9]

Excellent video! BC I LOVE it! So lucky to have weather without rain. Only need to look at the lush greenery to realize how much rain we get. It is a rain forest!

[@tinosenf6937]

A realy good Dokumentation! With best regards from Germany

[@DonParsons1957]

Beautiful, beautiful. I live on the East side of Vancouver Island. It is truly a beautiful place. Thanks for the video.

[@wentaili1615]

Wow, almost didn't want the video to end! Thank you for making this. Looking forward to more West Coast stuff!

[@christophermcdaniel9492]

Stunning! Some of the most raw and yet calming scenes I've ever had the pleasure of watching! Great job!

[@janetmariaburke4208]

Thank you very much. I have thoroughly enjoyed travelling with you on Venture. Wonderful films. What a beautiful world this is, planet earth. I live in London, I would never exspereance these wonderful sights, travelling on the seas in Venture. Thank you.

[@NauticalPappyStu]

Having spent years throughout this region I can say there's always new things to see and the fishing is most excellent. Rivers Inlet just north used to be my favorite place, but the west side of Vancouver is a gorgeous place. Enjoyed your production thoroughly, many thanks, calm winds and following seas... Pappy

[@roydesignedthat]

I appreciate the effort you all put into sharing this! Thank you! Best/Roy

[@thesexyfanatick]

Wow I just learned there are rapids that ça be super calm and then raging within hours . And then again . And again . Mind-blowing

[@keithsage1593]

This is my piece of Heaven..@31:40 this is where I would fish..

[@LynBailey7]

Tony, yet another masterpiece from you. While I have visited Vancouver Island many time and love every minute I spend there, I have never seen the west Coast. After watching this, I have just added it to my bucket list on my next trip from Australia 🤗

[@1corvair2]

Absolute wonderful video, shot so very well. Capturing the beauty of the islands and the waters. Thank you.

[@o2bnov0307]

This was so beautiful. I enjoyed it with my morning mug of coffee on Easter Sunday. Thank you.

[@Ekowal1965]

Wow so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@jesserevilla992]

Never seen most of these sights, absolutely breath taking and the narration is a perfect blend .. thank you

[@dennismorales3324]

I thank you for sharing your magnificent videos. What an amazing journey. I absolutely enjoy watching your beautiful yachts. Thank you, Mr. Fleming!

[@user-bm4er3xz6q]

I love your videos. I worked up in that area at Capenrwray Habor Bible Center for 2 years back in 88 and 89.

[@L1V2P9]

Thank you, I enjoyed it immensely. Nature photography at its best. The bird at 3:38 is actually a Ruddy Turnstone, not a Ruddy Turnover.

[@glennmacdonald5475]

an Amazing Film! Quality Picture Sound and Narration. Not to mention a Beautiful landscape.... I want to go NOW! Thankx

[@sailor123ize]

Love that Fleming 72, wish I had the money. Had to settle for a Beneteau Swift 34 trawler. A decent little boat not no match for that beauty Fleming 72. I have watched and love all the videos posted by Fleming Yachts.

[@danielleelias685]

Thank you so so much for helping us travel through your eyes. My husband and I have been to many of these places and we just love B.C., the island is so beautiful. But by boat we can see such a much more beautiful scenery. Thank you for sharing that so we can see it. Love your professional beautiful documentaries.

[@mickemike2148]

Thank you for this majestic film! The footage is utterly beautiful and the narrative very interesting and inspired. You have earned yourself a new follower.

[@jackdewit6782]

Thank you for all the videos. I simply love to watch them. Having lived in BC for over 3/4 of a cxentury and enjoy the coast and its offerings. If I may, there is a slight error in your identification of a small cxommunity on Barclay Sound which you describe as Bamford. I have always known it as "Bamfield" and our maps so indicate. My intention is not meant to be critical, but simply a slight correction for your benefit should you ever return. Thank you again for all you have done to expose our beautiful waters to all your viewers.

[@CVD-di1xn]

Very enjoyable. I'm certain I will never see this first hand in my life. Thank You

[@lungarotta]

Excellent! So interesting and beautiful. Bravo.

[@bcbliss5147]

Stunning Video . As a Vancouver resident I hope to see some of the untouched western Vancouver island scenery. Until then this is the next best thing. I've watched it twice. Great narration voice too. Just well done!

[@alantally5604]

The Paradise of Earth.

[@judgedredd8657]

im glad you enjoyed your time around my island, my home

[@savedby_faith]

I live in Port Alberni. Love the video, thank you.

[@dustyrusty7956]

Magnificent scenery and a great travelogue. Well done, Tony Fleming.

[@jillmoloy1928]

Thank you for the virtual ride up the west coast of Vancouver Island!

[@tnt8092]

A part of Canada I’ve never been too, thanks for showing me how beautiful my country is..we forget sometimes in our daily life just what’s out there ..❤️

[@mandyweldon1213]

Hi, it's actually called Bamfield, BC (not Bamford) just in case anyone is trying to find it on a map.

[@derek77316]

I am from S.F. and have never been to Vancouver Island but feel I can almost say I have now. Great Video! Thanks.

[@christophermcdaniel9492]

I just can't get enough! I loved the trip to Idaho!! The Snake river, wow! And, now this trip.... beautiful! Great job(s)!

[@trumpetmano]

Great video-great narration. Thanks for sharing.

[@questionsailing]

great video, great boat, and great voyage!

[@robertbergstrom7029]

I have watched and enjoyed all the Fleming videos. I very much appreciate your work. Thanks for making these available.

[@sdcrilly]

That was so beautiful and refreshing.

[@rayunseitig6367]

Thanks for sharing, with you in spirit, Evinrude Ray.

[@ameralgharaballi3516]

Simply Amazing. Thank you. I would love to cruise these waters someday

[@danielclint1033]

I’m a sailor and in my minds eye, everything relates to sailing vessels. Regardless, your vessel catches my eye, like a sailing vessel with a beautiful sweeping sheer, it is a real beauty.

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

Wonder, Tony, is what I always feel after one of your remarkable videos.

[@charlesrenniemacki]

If there's such a concept as reincarnation I'm going to keep coming back until I eventually win the lottery - then I'm going to build a time machine and journey back to now, buy a Fleming 65 and visit every single place in this incredible series of videos.