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Don't Ever Grow Up,
Ben. Ashley. Willa. Bodhi.

[@stellarluna2637]

I'll say it again , some of the best , selfless people on KZbin. Not helping people for likes on KZbin, being kind to humanity and getting nothing in return. Cheers to you Ben and Ashley .

[@fawqman2764]

What he said👆🏻

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

18:20

[@d.caseymccormick1659]

My sentiments, exactly. Well done!

[@pieterkruger4134]

Welcome to Africa. The people here are different from the rest of the world. Please be careful. Desperate people do crazy things cause they have nothing to loose. Hopefully see you in Cape Town

[@bonniepotgieter670]

I was just going to warn them ...south africa is not like other places.

[@averageguydude3833]

Exactly my thoughts. Helping out is great and all, but going out alone in a $7000 boat to help random people in this area just seems incredibly risky.

[@fb7881]

@@averageguydude3833 I take it that's from personal experience?

[@averageguydude3833]

@@fb7881 Yeah, sure

[@bc-guy852]

(after rescuing locals in a brutal gale - from the safety of their home Nahoa...) "Yeah, I had nothin' else to do." typical... my favourite Canadian Ambassadors are also Humble Heroes. This is why Sunday's aren't complete without my fix of Sailing Nahoa.

[@timepasses3380]

Yes, great line! And Ashley had a nice come-back..."You could make a video." My smile for the day.

[@dansbrown1313]

It was nice to see both Ben and Ashley agree with the plan to go help the locals get safely home. I say nice because it's not unusual as both Ben and Ashley grew up on the southern tip of a large Island off the coast of southern British Columbia and are familiar with wind, waves and boats. The best part was knowing Ashley stayed on board Nahoa, to monitor the anchor and keep the kids safe. Still it was nice as some folks wouldn't have done anything but watch. Go Canada.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

Thank you for assisting those other mariners. I absolutely *love* you guys.

[@LivinSalty]

The way you stepped out and risked yourself to help the locals by towing them back home is just unbelievably courageous. We need more people like you guys in this world!! Thank you for always delivering such entertaining content, I always look forward to the Sunday morning uploads!

[@carenclemmons5002]

Of course, if you had had equal concern about your/family welfare as you had for the islanders, you might have filled the gas tank of the Highfield dingy to insure your own safety. You took a chance that turned out ok, but just remember to equalize the risks you might take for others sake cuz your family really needs your love and constant energy. And so do we. Very glad you could help the fellow mariners at the drop of the hat, great being in touch with your ability to help others. Just know that you are beyond precious to your three loves.

[@ALittleCLAIREification]

@@carenclemmons5002 Not only did he have plenty of fuel, they also have a buddy boat right there that could have assisted if needed. 😉 He did the right thing.

[@fb7881]

@@carenclemmons5002 WOW!!! You're a shi++y human being!

[@gunghoadventures871]

Awesome video as usual. When I have guests or kids onboard , I have a small 4oz spray bottle with either vodka or rum in it and spray the gills of freshly caught fish. Kills them instantly without bludgeoning or stabbing the fish. Vodka at sea helps tooth ache , disinfects cuts and many other uses. These are waters I sailed in 1980 to1990.

[@wayneb7100]

Thanks again for the wonderful video. May your new year be filled with wonder and joy, and great videos.

[@js8950]

You motivate us to do more - more kindness, more adventure, more using your brain. Thank you. Keep listening to your intuition,not the naysayers. Oh and Pete. Listen to Pete.

[@rayleal725]

That was so nice of you. Those guys were trying so hard to get home. And when you are all done, to see you pull up to your boat with your little fam all waving and shouting was just the cat's meow. Thank you for what you do from a fellow Canadian.💖🐻🌏🌠

[@Cubamara]

Why wouldn’t you want to help someone just because? Do we really need to be rewarded for everything we do? The simple fact is it is very very hard to be selfless. Especially when you face danger mitigation on a daily basis like you do. This is an awesome example of selflessness. Needing nothing in return is a powerful place to be.

[@MrJazz-yp9wg]

WOW Ben...you're definitely a hero. You guys have such a kind heart. It was beautiful what you and Ashley did in helping them out. I can see how joyful it is for you guys to extend a helping hand. Just beautiful. Well done Ben. Your kids will never forget these beautiful life lessons. I'm proud of you guys. I always learn something new from every video I've watched. Awesome.

[@carolinaanthoness9428]

You two are truly beautiful humans. ⛵✈🌏⚓🤿🐋🐠🐟🐬🦀🦈📸📸🩴🎣🩳⛱👙🩱🐚☀️🇦🇺

[@engineeringconsulting5534]

Hello Ben, Ashley, Willa and Bodhi, I have a couple of close friends that have a grandchild named Willa. I really enjoy y'all's videos; and have been a follower and subscriber for a while, now. Ben, Of all of the KZbin sailing channels that I watch, You are without a doubt the best fisherman of all. Cheers! Blue Skies and Fair Winds! Faithfully, James

[@barryholiday8998]

By helping those fishermen you all created good will for future boaters to the area 👏👍🏻

[@haggeoromero]

Maybe, maybe not.

[@juliusevolvere6835]

They created an expectation

[@barryholiday8998]

@@juliusevolvere6835 no, they showed that some of us are willing to help when needed. Stop being so cynical.

[@juliusevolvere6835]

@@barryholiday8998 have fun on your travels around ALL parts of the world. I’m sure your worldview won’t be shattered 😂

[@barryholiday8998]

@@juliusevolvere6835 what “worldview” are you referring? That it’s nice to be nice? Smh. You sound like a lunatic. Please don’t procreate.

[@jillianswaine4298]

Paying it forward by helping another mariner out - a wonderful way to live your life together with your family. ❤ Thank you for sharing & uplifting our hearts by watching.

[@rccalhoun]

sailing nahoa has grown on me. much respect. look forward to next week. thank you.

[@anthonyogden8859]

From one boater to another? Thank you for that Ben and Ashley. I've been in both positions. I've pulled people home with my SeaRay. A friend and I were in my aluminum jon boat catfishing early in the year 94'. Motor went out and two boats passed us while we were in trouble. Had the flares and the whistle going and they looked the other way as they passed us by. We didn't have smartphones back then or I would have got a shot of their numbers. It's illegal here in the states to pass a boater in distress without rendering aid. Not to mention what the good Lord or Karma is going to do to you if you don't! We are subject to Murphy's Law more so than other folks. Best to keep your slate clean. Safe journey is my friends. 🙏

[@torreym]

good on you!

[@tinavieira9012]

You guys are awesome paying forward 👏 😀 safe travels!

[@DougVarble]

Ashly and Ben, I enjoy following your family so much, you live by the same principles as I do and if enough of us all live this way, the World will be a better place🎉. Thanks for sharing your life with us…. PS beautiful children 😊

[@thereader7776]

Just an fyi a better way to dispatch a fish once out of the water is with a club fishermen use a wooden club very much like a small bat, not necessarily YT friendly but its quicker and you can still bleed it

[@tonynelson2812]

Hi. I’ve been a viewer from the early days before kids In my previous life I built, owned and lived at a deep draft marina. Our children grew up on the water. Now as a retired grandparent, I am amazed at how the little ones seem to stumble and get jerked around on deck with no life gear. I get it. As a parent you don’t want them to fear the water. The big however for me is why no attempt to have even a self made inflatable device for them. A piece of clothing that would give them sun protection and flotation could be easily sewn up. Things can happen rather rapidly on the water, especially on a faster boat. As a test. Throw a fender overboard and see how fast you travel from it I am just an old lifetime sailer and mean you no harm with my perhaps harsh sounding comment . Take care

[@laureng3524]

Love your journey! Thanks for sharing - not just superficial feelings, but your deep ones also. Hearing you speak of death, being a Christian, I believe we can know what happens to us. A great book to read ( besides the Bible lol) is the book A Case for Christ. Not trying to be pushy, but as someone who believes in heaven and hell, I always try and give people the option to know. It's your choice on what you do with it:) Praying safe travels for your family!

[@barryreid8877]

That's why we Canadians are the number 1 and most loved people on the planet!! Great video and Happy New Years from Sydney, NS home of the Big Fiddle

[@garyhay695]

Does that go for French Canadians as well lol, perhaps not met a few on my trips across Canada and well they are not so nice but the rest are great

[@mrno.7366]

Hahahaha. What about the Bulgarian? And the Mauritius people?

[@Charlie53888]

@@mrno.7366 Not even close to how nice Canadians are! I have traveled all over the world and I have yet to meet a nicer bunch. And no, I am not Canadian myself.

[@barryreid8877]

@@garyhay695 Hmmmm no comment, have a few French friends..but have been where you have been for sure lol.

[@randallthrift1249]

There are a lot of loved people on the planet, not only Canadians of which I am one.

[@darvinlee7032]

Awesome! Great to help people who are in need of help specially if it's windy and high waves...God Bless you and Family!

[@elvismikel2271]

Sailors help sailors! Good on ya!

[@julianbatcheler9970]

Two boats sailing together is always a race!

[@bmunday]

this is why you guys rock. I was worried about clickbait for a while, but yall arent just on a white spaceship flying overhead. I think you teach a lot of people to open their minds and hearts

[@zzzxxzzz3248]

The fish carcass makes a good soup or stock for a curry if you want more variety !

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

18:20 wonderful words of wisdom this part gave tears of joy and smiles

[@castlerc]

The reason I’m a patron. Videos like this.👍🍺

[@roadboat9216]

Absolutely THE thing to do. I have lost count of how many times that I have done this type of thing helping locals. And indeed you do get it back. Good for you!! I ll keep watching your journey. Great stuff. Thanks.

[@kmrbsc]

Good work on the tow!! Gotta help people when you can!

[@johnstranack835]

When gaffing a fish. Hold the gaff below/under the belly section of the fish at about a little forward of midpoint with the hook uppermost and pull the gaff towards you and up. You have much more chance of losing a fish gaffing as you did. You also damage less edible flesh by gaffing the belly section. happy fishing.

[@libbygrisdale9239]

Good on you !!!!

[@dianegriffith3006]

Just watched Gone with the Wynns-drastic in styles. Big Tri’s with all the accruements or cruising in modest cats . You guys are truly REAL. You show the nitty gritty of real life in real countries. Good on You!! 💪

[@rickkwitkoski1976]

Yeah, Nikki and Jason have a different life style. But no less REAL. You should check out Nikki's early life and where she came from and what she and Jason did for some time to HELP someone in need.

[@ALittleCLAIREification]

@@rickkwitkoski1976 Agreed. Nikki & Jason have certainly done their part, and for someone to compare their "delivering a trimaran" to this video is apples to oranges. Skip back to their help in Tonga amongst other things. Both channels have really amazing stories to tell. Like Ben said... "it's not a race". Cheers!

[@KingOfFvckingEverything]

@@rickkwitkoski1976 and they’re incredible film makers. Can’t compare the two channels. Both are great.

[@andymarr7610]

"Love your work" ! Great karma and meaningful. You get it! As an avid sailor/ racer/ cruiser and keen follower, you REALLY send the right messages. 👌👍 best wishes from OZ🇦🇺

[@timothyruggles3031]

Try cabbage it last way longer .. than blanche with mustard or like a potato

[@BoatingJourney]

You guys are such an inspiration! Your hearts are so genuine. Thank you for helping them out!! Love you guys!

[@waynepaul1297]

Thanks again. Happy New year!

[@patrickjohn2990]

You guys are the best. I love how you always go out of the way to help the locals. I don’t see that on other channels. God bless you.

[@sk333tchy]

It is you out there - namaste 🙏

[@adamstuart1531]

Stay safe guys!

[@jacktaylor1030]

Helping out others on the water is always big. One night my boat motor caught on fire and a tow from another boater saved me from spending a long night on the water. Something I have never forgot. Love the Nahoa crew!!!!!!!! btw! nice fish!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@paparussell9309]

bro youre nuts....good on ya

[@grahamwheelock7497]

You have Hearts of gold the way you help people you make marks on these country's you travel, no creed,no culture,or religion idealism and that makes you who you are equality in the world we realize does not always work probably almost never we are not all the same as well as we should try harder like you do to understand the differences we has humans should always strive to make things better good will always prevail over evil and the way you two and the children do it on youtube I am a witness and much respect from me graham,Vicki,the dog bear and the 4 birds inside much love fair winds and calm seas

[@hexhex7220]

Just another day on Nahoa!!! all about Karma..you guys are awesome

[@TracyGolden]

Good on you Ben , Canadians do help others . The Canada west coast has be windy and stormy this winter .

[@tinacatharinaeden2711]

Great video! The green color of that fish was amazing. I hope it was tasty. You can't get fish fresher than that. ❤️. One thing is the same the world over. Mariners help each other out. It's a wonderful life !

[@floathi]

All the best! You all deserve it. Inspiring

[@jasongrinnell1986]

Good job Ben!

[@IsThisAvailable550]

1:56 Laughing and playing & *shaking the babies head off!*

[@lrvfb]

Man that act at the end was so cool!

[@JohnnyLawBMC]

Just the right thing to do. And that is why we LOVE Ya!

[@tonga741]

the heart you both have is the best and thank you for sharing.

[@paulbowman1762]

Goodluck Guy's ! Have a Great Journey and keep safe ! LONDON 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@timsmith6700]

Loving where you are are a family and on your journey. Stay well.

[@andrewjames7616]

Thankyou 👍

[@katjafarbenfroh8646]

Vera Birkenbihl said let us create a friendlyness chain (Freundlichkeitenkette) in the world, just do it now. I love that you guys do that too. And sometimes its not all about money its about us all - a sentient being

[@pams1800]

Hi Ben and Ashley. I found your video on utube the other day Love ❤️ you guys. I now have girls watching now. I suffer from anxiety. I was very sad one day. And is how I found your video. I helps me alot.

[@brianhowes6448]

My wife and I loved our time in South Africa. The people are amazing. I look forward to seeing your journey around there.

[@johnhoag2171]

Really Loved this Vid. I could feel the energy from you all.

[@becoming-humble8745]

Tin Foil works wonders to keep Lettuce fresh, works with cabbage, carrots any greens.

[@prdsjfamily396]

One best you tube videos is yours. I love them all & eagerly wait for them. Thankyou for sharing your lives with us.

[@becgibbs123]

Another wonderful video. You both inspire me to see the best in people and be your best self. Your positive, kind attitude is exactly what we need more of in this world. Looking forward to more of Africa, safe sailing. Bec - Australia.

[@waltervanderboor]

You're great folks, setting an example for many. Love your videos. You are faster than Rehua only until Sean shaves that beard 🙂

[@wheniamhome]

yay! this is what it is all about. ❤❤❤

[@carltontweedle5724]

I was a merchant seaman, the first thing you told is go the aid of anyone in danger on the sea. Well done SIR, there are human beings on this small world. Fair weather fair winds.

[@jacknimble1]

I spend a lot of time on the water around Cape Cod and it seems like a lot less boaters help each other out these days. Very rarely do you see each other towing someone in. Everyone talks about liability BS as their excuse. Call Seatow or BoatUS is the response everyone uses.

[@carltontweedle5724]

@@jacknimble1 Any real seaman will help there worst enemy. Anyone that does not is a scum bag. that is truth anyone disagree please say so.

[@jacknimble1]

@@carltontweedle5724 Seems like the water is not filled with seaman these days but rather morons with too much money driving a new boat. The waterways are filled with boaters that skipper a boat like they drive a car. Your observations might be different. The other thing is that not many people are on the vhf these days so it is harder to get help unless it is a mayday call to the CG.

[@carltontweedle5724]

@@jacknimble1 If your boat could tow you should, you will make a friend and maybe get a case of beer. Plus you will feel like a human being not a I cannot say what i want to.

[@harrisonmccallop1312]

They will get it, the stomach will let you know

[@marktaylor484]

Ying/Yang. New responsibilitie's/New worrie's

[@bugbuddy1771]

What an enjoyable great video you are great people and a joy to watch thank you

[@holodeckdragon8876]

U guys are so sweet!! Tell yr kids to give thnx for the fish that mother earth provides ea time.

[@jessicakrucina2174]

Love your end message Ben! So happy to see you help those 3 men out. Love your videos and your values.

[@jimasman550]

Awesome videos and great to see you helping others, you guys are amazing!

[@cheekyencounter]

Ben, your ability to balance gut feel regarding safety, patience and understanding of local cultures is a great skill you have developed over the journey~Chapeau big fella!!!...I can only imagine the buzzing of testosterone among the youths and what you might be concerned about in relation to what might happen next...I reckon the gut feel in these circumstances is what you have to follow.

[@davidascher1801]

you've got a strong family there, many blessings to you

[@CreekRanger]

You are the best Ambassadors Canada has ever had. Diplomatic passports should be requested 😊

[@SailingNahoa]

Hahaha. That would be awesome. Those things are gold!

[@CreekRanger]

@@SailingNahoa Consider looking into consular or honorary consular options. Many of the places you visit have no Canadian consuls and I can’t think of better representation for Canada than you guys.

[@kellybrooks9899]

Look forward to you videos! Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us. That mahi had to be a great dinner! Keep on doing what you’re doing. Don’t listen to the Karen’s and Jerry’s in the comments. 😂

[@Bunkerma]

Thank you for shar ing this with use

[@jpinvestcebu]

Great video as always. Explaining fishing or hunting to kids is easy, "you gotta kill it before you grill it".

[@codydody]

If we could all just live by the GOLDEN RULE, just imagine.

[@JelleFoks]

You could probably use some ethylene gas absorber packets in the fridge to keep veggies fresh even longer.

[@iainlyall6475]

the only boat out there helping at the end :-( you would think at least one other boat would help :-(( good job.

[@johny7206]

I haven't seen the kids swimming.

[@davycoolboy4775]

The end of the video is shoking 😢 and awesome 😊. Good humans still living in earth

[@kyladavenport2812]

Great episode. Nice to see you cruising again

[@donwilson-tc2lm]

what a wonderful video. you remind us to pay it forward

[@KingsMom831]

Thanks for another video guys!

[@stoneskipper7625]

Nice introspection.

[@jamesnguyen9033]

Nahoa, you guys are the role model of global citizens/cruisers. So many times on YT the poor locals in developing countries were portraited by cruisers as dangerous and or crimes infected places. You genuinely wanting to share what you have with the locals is heartfelt. As for the little out of control from the crowd, this is mild chaos compared to the Black Friday shopping crowd at the mall in the US or Canada every Christmas and most shoppers already had a lot at home.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

I nearly said about your issues with the crowd that they were all laughing. Totally get why it was hard for you though. So cool of you to give things to people as you go. I aim to sail round the world in a year and I will buy a lot of basic clothing to give away and take all my old kids stuff.

[@leewilliams4541]

Karma. Happy New Year to you all and all the best for 2023.

[@tamar5261]

I'm watching this at 2am and it's taking my mind off my raging toothache, sort of anyway. Thanks

[@DYoung-vt8pq]

May the Universe/God bless you for your kindness! Safe travels ❤️

[@mayzter8765]

love!

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

Altruistic Ben, "Help out another mariner, got nothin else to do"; Smarty pants practical Ashley, "You could make a video.."

[@helen4652]

I found your channel a few days ago. Enjoying it a lot!😃You look so relaxed and take everything in your stride.🥰 Hope to see you in Cape Town!🏖️ I will babysit your cute kids on your boat if you feel like an evening or so out on the town.💃🕺🍾🥂 Not sure if you have been to Cape Town before, but there are tons to do and experience in and around Cape Town with your kids.🤗

[@gregkuyava9335]

Sometimes the gap between sailors and cruisers is too apparent. Come on guys,get your lean on! Feel The power of your boat... Is fun and good practice.

[@toddreddington9673]

GOOD ON YA ~ BEN ~ ASHLEY. .