We're kicking off 2021 with a POLAR PLUNGE in the Pacific Northwest! Plus, weekly Q&A [MV FREEDOM]

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[@Div3r]

Shawn's comment at 20:41 is an excellent example of why auto life jackets are a good idea. If you go in the drink in cold water you quickly lose the use of your arms hands and legs and are invariably unable to help yourself. Something that should be borne in mind when designing a casualty retrieval system. I bet the warm shower was bliss.

[@johnfairweather3178]

How cold diving into freezing water, not once but twice, what a beautiful couple you are, I really enjoy your movies, Elizabeth is such a cutie.

[@markduncan6690]

Speaking of "Eye Candy" Elizabeth comes to mind!

[@capt.stubing5604]

Nothing more beautiful than crossing that strait in calm seas, not much worse when it gets nasty out there. If you get the tides right it can shave hours off the trip.

[@karinglass5872]

The plunge is every day in Port Madison

[@tomkuisis9496]

Jim and Rosy are great, with his voice he is like the Bob Ross of boat cruising.

[@rexanddonnaboyd]

Thank goodness for cockpit showers!

[@jamesweigh3178]

I love the 14:00 mark! “Get me to land!” Then, the poopy weather, but it could be snowing. Haha!

[@richardsmith4187]

I always love the drone footage as the views are spectacular !! The polar plunge was funny and it did look frigid LOL As always love your weekly Vlog, stay safe and enjoy your adventure.

[@mathbrown9099]

Jone’s Island holds great memories from my 70s cruises in SJI.

[@paulbenoit9431]

I'm with you Elizabeth, I never sleep well while at a windy anchorage. I'm always amazed how well the hook does hold, however. Great video!

[@davidmiller6020]

You Guys are a hardy pair! I'd say that woke you up with a squeak!! Well done.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Love the solitude of winter cruising. Shaun buy a 6 pack of Old Style and stick a couple of pretzels in the freezer for when Elizabeth gets cabin fever.. btw everyone knows hood canal is 15-20 degrees warmer than the islands. Lol. Thanks for taking the plunge. Last thing. Elizabeth sleep in the pilot berth on those scary nights. I do the same thing.

[@Fantic156]

You're mad, crazy people, keep enjoying what you do, it's so obvious you're happy and enjoying it!!!

[@guymanges3628]

Excellent job guys,, Thank you...

[@paulrawluk3060]

Great video guys!! Super professional but still very informative with some fun! Love the show!!!

[@7WetDawg3]

One of your best videos to date!

[@Greggspies]

Had to smile watching you brave the dip,

[@martimcgaughey249]

Glad you made it to the quiet side of the San juans. You are crazy for going in the water!!!

[@stevedavis7882]

All this time I thought you two were pretty smart; then you go and jump into 46 freaking degree water. WOW ! Keep'em coming. Love the videos.

[@markduncan6690]

M.V. Freedom's crew sure have some beautiful vistas! Be careful not to get pneumonia!

[@jamesmulhern6733]

Bring in the New Year with a splash lol. You know what you are doing and how you plan is everything. Elizabeth your smile brighten the day always. Your Polar Plunge worked out fine. I am surely looking forward to more cruising vedio in 2021. Thank You for sharing. Remain safe in your travels.

[@cruisingcircadia6574]

Jones Island is one of my favorite stops in the summer time. Glad that you are saving it for another time.

[@milojackson8339]

The wing/dock/bow thruster convo was spoken like a true engineer 😂

[@thomasw5430]

Nice job with the polar plunge. I live in northeast so pretty used to cold water-especially since I am a diver. Thankfully I have a drysuit though. Only did a polar plunge once and it was freezing even before getting in the water. Mr Sully could not get off the boat fast enough it looked like.

[@sunshine_and_flowers]

OMG...the polar plunge! You guys are brave! I watch people every year do this in our neighborhood and there is no way I'm getting in there! The Puget Sound is freaking cold!

[@troccllc665]

Happy New Year. I have been following you both or three for a while now. Haven traveled to BC just 1 year ago to view a 1967 Custom Trawler 76' x 20'w Yacht, You are a real inspiration. Thank you for filming and sharing all your experiences. Your Friend Eric from Trinidad, Ca. Remain safe and healthy.....

[@pippalarson]

We love your videos. Look forward to the day you discover the warmth of the Caribbean. Seattle will be a fond memory!

[@RSR1823]

Shawn you came close to hitting the speed we did on the bay on my Formula!!

[@johnwinnerdz1]

Most people do it close to shore incase of shock . Way to go with the commitment.

[@johngrant7696]

The New Years plunge in the USVI is a little warmer.

[@bobgutgsell1009]

The cold plunge was crazy once and Crazy Nuts on the second one. Loved it Happy New Year

[@retiredfederalie178]

Stern tie in Jones is an option too. I’ve done that when there were several others anchored.

[@robertstewart5496]

Wondering why no flotation devices ever...not even your doggie

[@teddbrown4262]

Happy new year thanks for sharing

[@davidzimmer2694]

Happy New Year. Too cold for my old .....Be safe out there.

[@dave.willard]

Years ago I was on one of those submarines that passed through the straits on the way to Bremerton. I love your vids of the area. They bring back a lot of memories. Keep it up!

[@foxhollerhomestead]

Washington born and raised, grew up in Gig Harbor Fox Island area. I just found y’alls channel and my wife and I hope to be there someday! So happy that you both get to experience such a beautiful life! We have yet to get A motor yacht of that size but again it’s just a matter of time! Clear skies for you both! Skol!!

[@stoneygreek]

Its like that turtle joke when the snail climbs on the turtles back and says, 'WEEEEEE!"

[@Username_JP]

Another great video. Happy New Year. My brother and I normally swim of the beach at Camano Island on Jan 1st. Safe travels.

[@thatchh1]

Great video! We generally stern tie to shore in the cove at Jones Island. We don't have to worry about swinging into anyone. I'm curious why your aversion to mooring buoys. I personally feel safer on a buoy than the anchor if the wind comes up. (41' boat similar windage to yours) The ones at Eagle Harbor are DNR and are quite stout.

[@mvfreedom]

We don’t like when the ball hits the hull when conditions are calm and don’t know how well maintained they are to hold our boat better than our anchor, so we’d rather anchor.

[@williamcallaway2245]

Thank you so much... Can't wait to watch more. A new boat dog, wonderful!! You both are wonderful.

[@rockinpiano1]

Hey guys, I want to see you get Jim and Rosie to jump in the water in the winter too. That would be a hoot. But I have to admit that with you being from Wisconsin, I'd think that having water that's liquid instead of a solid would be nice for a change!!! By the way, how come we don't see any Leinies on the boat............There's "73 people who care" that would appreciate the advertising!!!

[@Off-the-Beaten-Path]

Love Hood Canal. Spent time there in the Navy at Bangor and Keport bases. Love the country and water ways. Thanks

[@zzman5306]

A sweet boat, a gorgeous fun woman. Life is good!

[@REBELLIOUS513]

watching how fast yall asses got out that water was enough for me ...i was in tears

[@karlmueller9768]

Another great video. Keep having fun. God Bless.

[@sunshine_and_flowers]

Eagle harbor looks amazing!

[@cpwatching5647]

Nice video. That tall island to the East was beautiful. Question - Do your plans include coming into the great lakes?

[@mvfreedom]

No, we came from there and don’t plan to go back.

[@kenwilliams5839]

Yeah, Cattle Pass can be a handful.

[@gilb5710]

Hey Shawn, you got us thinking, a little late in life but oh well. Question-In the three years you have owned a 2004 boat, out of curiosity and planning, how much, approximately, have you spent on outside maintenance services. Thank you

[@mvfreedom]

We haven’t spent anything on outside maintenance except for bottom paint. Everything else has been done ourselves.

[@mathbrown9099]

Outstanding video! Super day!

[@johndouglas8187]

Great page ! We are previous boat owners and are planning to charter this June. Wondering what you are hearing about the Canada/USA border opening up ? Oh when we had our boat 40' trawler we installed a sewage treatment unit worked great - your thoughts.John

[@mvfreedom]

We haven’t heard much but if we had to guess we’d guess that the border opens by June, possibly with a requirement to show a negative Covid test. That’s just our guess 🤞

[@dennismalcolm6620]

WAY TO GO ELIZABETH 👏 AND CEAN!!!!.WISH I WAS THERE TO TAKE THE PLUNGE WITH YOU. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU BOTH...

[@nopressurecookingshow4062]

Great video thank you for sharing and enjoy your life

[@Big.Ron1]

Another great video. Thank you!

[@jeremybacon8519]

You guys should try deep water bay on cypress there use to be a boys home there they tore down and dnr replanted and there is trail to the top where there is lakes with good fishing

[@darrylmcleman6456]

I have been watching Sea Venture too. They have two cats that appear to be the real owners of Venture! Bigger than your little dog!CHEERS from SOOKE

[@steveharvey1876]

Cheers! Stay well!

[@stoneygreek]

your production just gets better. love it!

[@markduncan6690]

Hello Elizabeth and Sean! Your bridge looks so warm and inviting!

[@Shaneodell35]

Enjoy your channel and travels.

[@jpmerrick8886]

No sht Elizabeth is the bomb smart witty sweet whimsical fun and Sean allowed dino he's not as grinchy as he appears

[@elizabethsmith2948]

Mr.sully best dressed dog ever

[@Sheebalicious]

Omg you guys are a riot!!! Loved this video ❤️❤️❤️

[@manfredseidler1531]

During my Vietnam days in the Navy, we occasionally returned to Bremerton... but before we did we had to drop all munitions off in a facility in the Hood canal. They also do some torpedo testing in the hood. I personally know of two SEALS who trained for cold water activities up here, I was their emergency support. You don't have to walk on ice in order to get the polar dip experience. I'm very impressed to see your gutsy New Year dip.... Brrrrrrrrrrr. Ps, can we vote on whether you guys should leave the Pacific Northwest?

[@mvfreedom]

That would be an interesting vote, maybe we’ll do that in May!

[@manfredseidler1531]

@@mvfreedom I don't even know you yet, because of your open and transparent demeanor, you make me feel like you guys are dear friends. If at all possible I wish you keep your desire to keep sharing your adventures. I'm familiar with your marina, if you can give me a departure date, I and my family will bring you flowers and wave you off. I'll miss you guys but you have a hearty thumbs up from us. [e-mail]

[@mvfreedom]

@@manfredseidler1531 won’t be until Fall if we leave!

[@MarkENorman]

What is the wing you were talking about when you use it in conjunction with the bow thruster to get off the dock?

[@mvfreedom]

That’s our “wing” engine which is a backup in case anything were to happen with the main engine.

[@gregbluefinstudios4658]

Look at that speed!!! Shame you didn't break out the Water Skis! ok... polar plunge... uhm, all I can say is ouch, and shrinkage!

[@rhinoromper]

Great that you came to Griffin Bay. I would highly recommend coming back there next summer, we live on Griffin and during the 4th you get the Friday Harbor fireworks show and then 10 minutes after it ends, you get the Lopez Island show. So its an awesome 2fer. Question, why don't you like staying on balls? You could have stayed on ball at Jones Island.. Great little island for exploring and camping plus the native dear population will come eat the apple out of your hand.

[@mvfreedom]

We definitely will have to go back for the 4th! And we don’t usually prefer balls because we can’t be sure how well they’re maintained or what load they’re capable of supporting, so we’d rather trust our Rocna 👍

[@rayallen1479]

@@mvfreedom It’s really nice to see how many folks from the Pacific Northwest have found your channel and add great comments for others viewing from all over the world. It’s a notable reflection of the quality work and effort you two put into these videos. I really like how you add historical information about the area’s you visit. Cheers from Anacortes!

[@rhinoromper]

@@mvfreedom I upgraded to the Rocna after watching your conversion and experience, thank you.

[@mvfreedom]

@@rhinoromper that’s great, I’m sure you love it!!! We don’t budge an itch for days at anchor even in bad conditions, totally worth it!

[@rhinoromper]

And, no matter whats going on wind wise during the summer, GB is always very calm.

[@MarkENorman]

How do you get the trip line on the anchor without diving and if you didn’t put it on before you dropped the anchor?

[@mvfreedom]

You’d put it on before dropping the anchor, and then there’s a float or buoy attached to it. We’ve not used one but you could then drive up to it to pull it or maybe with the dinghy if that wasn’t on the boat.

[@Brad1711]

“Maybe get off the boat by 3” except it’s dark at 4 lol. My biggest lesson this winter was plan 2 nights in each destination so we actually have time to get off the boat and explore. :)

[@mvfreedom]

That’s always a good rule of thumb 👍

[@ericloewenthal8898]

Why not take a mooring ball at Jones Island? Boats up to 45’ can use them - is the nord too heavy?

[@mvfreedom]

We don’t typically like balls since they can hit the hull if seas are calm and also because we don’t know how well they’re maintained to hold us better than our anchor. The Rocna is pretty amazing.

[@ericloewenthal8898]

@@mvfreedom makes sense! I am planning to upgrade to a rocna this season. Maybe i will be more confident in my anchor then 😂

[@jwm4436]

Good riddance 2020! Thanks for sharing. Life is good~ C ya next week...

[@Colinpark]

80' is pretty deep for eel grass, so I would not worry. Also with mooring buoys, you don't know what they are rated for or how often they are maintained.

[@mvfreedom]

That’s exactly why we don’t like using them!

[@hbunny737]

Small world. We were at the dock at Alderbrook at the same time as you. Also one of our favorite destinations!

[@jacksalisbury5218]

That was AWESOME!!! LOL from Lake Erie

[@fredrikjonsson6410]

Great video. Is it safe to just leave the boat and the dingie and go for a hike?

[@mvfreedom]

In these parts we’d like to think so, but it’s always a risk anywhere these days.

[@johnspooner4128]

What were you carrying in the little case when you went ashore and about how much does it cost to rent a slip for a boat that size? Thanks just curious

[@mvfreedom]

It was the Mavic mini drone. And slip fees vary greatly and increase if you’re living aboard, all marinas have slip rates posted.

[@valhalla3595]

Is MV Freedom a Canadian Vessel? And does Freedom have a sea chest? I ask because Freedom has a dry stack. Less holes, less risk of accidental sinking.

[@Janchez]

Consider Mackaya Harbor on the south end of Lopez as a stop over spot. Not quite as far of a run to get into Griffin Bay when coming from the south plus you don't have to manage your timing around Cattle Pass currents. It's possible to get tucked in pretty snug on the southern end of Barlow Bay. Depending on what the strait is doing you may get a little roll coming into the anchorage but hey roll is in your future based your on cruising plans.

[@tonandmarc]

true freedom, stay safe !!

[@cree8k]

When are you going to point your boat towards palm trees?

[@mvfreedom]

Maybe end of this year 😉

[@donhappel9566]

@@mvfreedom Gotta be honest with 'ya, I'd rather go north than south any day! BTW, heading up your way again late spring/early summer - how are things in the islands with the current covid fun? I know people were rather touchy earlier this year.

[@mvfreedom]

@@donhappel9566 things have calmed down a bit and our guess is things will likely continue to chill out in the coming months. We agree on going north, but we’re hearing cell coverage is almost non existent which won’t work with Shawn still working for another year. More to come on that...

[@larrylarry5300]

Getting in and out of the dingy looks difficult. Have y'all ever fell into the water while getting in and out? Enjoy your videos. Thanks.

[@justincase5272]

Every dinghy should be packed with a lightweight wet suit, fins, mask and snorkel in case you have to swim back to the boat. I had to do that, once, when the water was a balmy 34 degrees. No wet suit. Just jeans, a jacket and a PFD. Shoes off and tied to my sides. Thank goodness for the PFD, too. Even though I was an outstanding swimmer, I was exhausted after that 100 yard swim, and could barely climb back in the boat.

[@davidingraham1989]

And Rocky comes through again.

[@cliffordb47]

Just a thought one day I got my anchor caught in the rocks it would not come out, so I had an idea, let me pull straight up over top of the anchor, there was maybe 1 foot sea so all I did then was tied the anchor line off to the bow of the boat and I let the bouncing of the boat with the waves pulled it loose in about five minutes.I figured if it worked its way into the rocks he could work its way out I was successful

[@bradbusch9585]

I thought the search light you bought wasn’t very good the light we saw seem to work good?

[@mvfreedom]

Yes we were wrong, we just didn’t use it in the right setting to see just how good it is.

[@samantha1054]

Thank you for sharing. Have u ever pondered sailing to Hawaii. Nordhavn seems to be the perfect boat for it at 8knots (I think :)

[@mvfreedom]

Yes, in fact our boat has already been there but before we owned her. They historically have very strict animal quarantine laws which is why that’s not on the top of our list, but we’d certainly love to get there at some point.

[@justin805]

Awesome, thanks guys, I’m in Elliott Bay Marina I’ll look fo you next time.

[@dahveed284]

Yeah, all those tropical sailors dive their anchors to see how it's dug in and what is the holding power of the bottom. I guess nobody in the frozen north does that. Easier and warmer just to stay up all night and watch and see if you're dragging.

[@ysesq]

SHHP anchors and drag alarms have made the diving obsolete.

[@TheVancouverIslander]

YOU JUMPED TWICE?! We chickened out on going in period. Well done you two :)

[@mvfreedom]

2nd was for good luck 😉

[@volkerwindhoefel7976]

Thanks again for the vid. A question from Hamburg Germany. Once you are both bathing the video camera seems to be monitoring you both whilst positioned on Starbord aft. But who is controlling the drone to see you from a distance. What a miracle to me. Thanks for letting us know. rgds

[@mvfreedom]

We had the drone hover in place to film us 👍

[@mwrcrft]

Belated Happy New Year

[@ovan264]

Timing is all in live

[@YogawithDeLora]

I got married on that ferry going from Anacortes to Friday Harbor in 2014

[@mvfreedom]

What a great way to tie the knot 👍

[@brado12]

Silly question (really like your channel BTW) where did you source those cool yachtie towels? Dana Point, CA boater (33' Tiara) here. It's cool to see all the Nordhavn's here after watching your videos.

[@mvfreedom]

We can’t recall 100% but possibly West Marine.

[@stuartvarvel27]

Great video guys! 🇬🇧

[@brucescott2649]

If you are going to leaping in to cold water you should look up divers syndrome.

[@kurteichmiller7135]

Sad to see Christmas Dino go but I know there is a Spring Kangaroo out there somewhere.

[@yankinwaoz]

When you head south and hit San Diego, I hope that you stop long enough to let us meet you guys. Be glad to run around with you in our car to fetch supplies before you hit Baja.

[@nutsmcflurry3737]

Taking down the Christmas lights, all of them........ hahahahahaaaaaaa