How to Feel Safe when Alone on a Narrowboat with May

[@wjheald]

To attach the camera either stainless steel cable ties or large hose clips. The weekest link in both boats and camper vans is the glass, consider glass security film, check it out. Also consider an internal camera so that if the external cameras are disabled or stolen you could have film/pics of any intruders. I would love to try the S220.

[@garyevans8116]

Exactly what I was going to suggest. If the camera is easy to remove. It’s easy for someone else to remove

[@davetaylor4744]

Dont drill the exhaust use a stainless steel compression clamp. you can attach it to a small pipe and then with another mount the camera. Also dont make it too easy to steal. I like the S330 system with the solar cameras

[@paullowden1643]

I love your problem solving process and your ability to improvise and the joy it brings you when you succeed. Good work May. For me the best feature of the Eufy camera range is that it’s subscription FREE!

[@wellbeingonwater]

Agreeeeeeeee

[@cxgraham]

I like the s340, looka a great bit of kit. Ideal for extra peace of mind when away from the boat.

[@gaynorevans6366]

The S340 looks fantastic. Thanks for the great content May :)

[@wellbeingonwater]

My pleasure!

[@barrygroves2046]

I love the floodlight camera, that’s so neat and being all in one would be perfect for so many locations and would be so easy to install. Great bits of kit ❤

[@jaianand4072]

Wow... May, your Perseverance to get the piece o metal out o the water is just AMAZING. God bless.

[@wellbeingonwater]

haha thanks lovely!

[@markcoles7667]

Hi May, your have a go myself attitude is fantastic ! the S220 looks easy to set up would love to try, thank you.

[@Trebor2024]

One of the things I learnt during a period of stress a few years ago was that …” your thoughts are not facts” 😃👍

[@donkeee785]

You need to invest in quality drill bits. Also make sure your not using masonry drill bits if your drilling other materials and vice versa.

[@Lighttningbolt]

I like that so her intrusive thoughts could be wrong, I think they are just warnings always trying to warn you because it doesn't want problems again

[@MichaelJemson-nv5zo]

Your a Amazing young lady your family and friends must be very proud of you all the best on your travels take care and stay positive

[@wellbeingonwater]

Aww thank you

[@philsmith5208]

Hi May, excellent show and love your mindset. The cameras look great, love the low light options

[@paulmacom4206]

You are an exceptional teacher!!

[@stevepursglove1224]

Hi May, a couple of large Jubilee clips Wii secure the. bracket to the cast iron chimney, with out having to drill any holes and damaging the chimney.

[@lewisirvine8065]

Subscribed! I really like the s340 cam its pretty smart package i like the lack of cables needed, which makes it nice and easy to squirrel away anywhere. Looks to have cracking solar performance, too! Be cracking for my garden workshop without electricity.

[@markrant1460]

May it sounds as if you have thought this through, nice work. Last year one solo boater mentioned that they wrote out a list of things that caused them not to feel safe on their boat. Then they systematically rectified those problems. One thing that you might consider are exterior shutters that can be locked when you are away. Another thing is never leave anything out that can attract attention, be stolen or damaged. Have a wonderful week and may the sun shine on you. Mark Alberta, Canada

[@PinkLittleElephant]

As far as valuables, important documents and computers are concerned, rather than hiding them on the boat, it is probably safer to take them with you.

[@SJ-lh8ex]

My favourite is the solocam s340, it looks really good!

[@wellbeingonwater]

Same here!

[@philkennedy1105]

If you meet to fasten camera on that pipe/exhaust you can use tie wraps you can get metal tie wraps too 👍👍

[@iancharles7596]

Thank you May. The camera I’d choose would be the eufy 4g S330.

[@gaz124124]

Both cameras are amazing, I suppose it depends on your own personal requirement as to which on you would have. Personally I would take the little one you put on the front. Thanks May, you're amazing.

[@natashab2304]

The video doorbell appeals to me! Thanks May - I love your resilience!! My mind has been playing me up this week - I've been naming my intrusive thoughts and telling them I don't need them - it works pretty well 🥰

[@wellbeingonwater]

Yay! Dissociation from identity of the mind is something you can't unlearn and will help you so much in life! big hugs!

[@martinzed1971]

Great video, and that eufy dual camera is like having a good terminator looking after you. I ‘MAY’ have to buy one for the front of my boat, but at the rear, i’ll be back!

[@Lighttningbolt]

Very smart person you are don't look at the news, Your thoughts are not you walk into any fear

[@chaswarren7239]

Thank you May, really thought provoking. Love the SoloCam S340

[@wellbeingonwater]

Glad you liked it!

[@KevDraper-l5w]

Hi May total respect for your enthusiasm dedication & positive attitude to hard work. Stay safe 👍

[@wellbeingonwater]

Cheers me dears

[@Andyware72]

My favourite eufy product is the amazing s340 great camera. Good video as always.

[@GRP-Cruiser23]

Hi may. My favourite eufy product is ‘eufy 4G LTE Cam S330’. I am a GRP cruiser and as such we don’t have WiFi and also we don’t have power when away from our boat so this product would be perfect as the solar will keep it charged along with us being able to access the camera via the supplied SIM card. What a fantastic product👍 we watch all your vlogs and subscribe so we don’t miss any. Hope you will continue with them when your boat is sold on you next boat. Thank you. 🙏

[@smellyfishy2]

Hi May, you did a great job with the magnet fishing and the cameras look brilliant. The moving twin camera has to be the best especially if it can track people going past. Keep up the good work.

[@JennySmith-r9c]

Hi May. Lovely to see you at Crick boatshow! Love the Eufy spinny around camera. I have a dog, which is great when I'm aboard, but some safety when I'm not there is a great idea. As for the drilling, keep it on really really slow when drilling steel and it cuts much quicker (dont ask me why)!!

[@garycozins1325]

Great blog May. I would really like the robot eye S340. I hope that you sell enough entries to enable your new build xx

[@wellbeingonwater]

🤞

[@bobbieboothroyd8531]

Another great video. It got me thinking how about putting that 360 on a type of tripod so theirs no blind spots. You was lucky to get that thing out of the cut/cannel. It's another testerment of your tenacity. It's good that you have your Witt's about you. But if you didn't do anything because you was scared about the what ifs then you would end up doing nothing. I'm always impressed by your ingenuity. And your a great inspiration to us all

[@DonutCockapoo]

I love the Eufy range. I have the doorbell and 2 indoor P24 cams. They are so reliable and so easy to use with the app. The bonus is not needing a subscription. They will 100% give you piece of mind May.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Yay, glad youre a fan

[@julie9242]

Hi May, The last bit of this watch was something I need to hear, I've a hell of a time resently, Thank You😢😊😊

[@wellbeingonwater]

Hugs for you xx

[@TheHeadHombre]

Really like the eufy rotating dual camera

[@michellewotherspoon4124]

I've recently considered purchasing the s340 solo camera, love the idea of the solar panel ❤

[@stephaniecowley6503]

We love your positive spirit May ❤ My partner likes the S340 camera, especially the 360 degree feature. Looking forward to your next vlog 😀.

[@OneBoysDreamFilm]

"Hey! Great video, really enjoyed watching it. Just a quick tip: it looks like the disc on your angle grinder 6:26 might be a little off-center. Keeping it centered is super important for safety, as it helps prevent accidents with exploding discs. Trust me, I've learned from experience. Keep up the awesome work!"

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks for the tips!

[@stevegreen2161]

Great video May, I think the SoloCam S340 is now my fav item😁

[@wellbeingonwater]

Good choice!

[@Rachellovescheese]

Thank you May. I needed that today ❤

[@mayhemmayo]

THANK YOU MAY. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

[@garywilde6171]

Hi May, a Universal Vertical Pole Mount would work for attaching the camera to your chimney. A well known online retailer sells lots of them. Make sure you get the right diameter.

[@rboston33]

Yoour magnet fishing was as creative as the day you tackled the lift bridge. That one was hilarious

[@garylovattlovatt193]

Interesting watch May. Your so switched on l😊😊

[@vetworker]

Some very wise security measures there and I like the cameras. I’ll be replacing my security cameras around my house shortly as they require a subscription to work as I need them too. Your outlook to life is refreshing. Good job with the magnet fishing retrieval, I was very impressed. Have a lovely week ahead 😊👍😊

[@wellbeingonwater]

Brill!! You too

[@mariasouth-wood333]

Hey. I think the S340 would be a good choice for my boat, but 2 dogs helps. Safety and extra warmth in winter

[@wellbeingonwater]

Ooo good luck!

[@tommotomlinson3370]

Solocam S340 looks nicely compact and not so obvious...that'll be my choice 👍🏻....Nice tips on how you keep safe May, you are absolutely right on the mind .... wild camping is a big test for your brain !!! Keep a cruisin' 🛥💨

[@darrengill4765]

Hi May. Another option might be Metal Fixing Band which should be flexible enough to fit around the exhaust and it comes pre-drilled. Most Builder's Merchants should sell it and it's quite reasonably priced. You can use for all sorts of applications.

[@dirtyjohn6556]

I have about 6 camera's All Eufy. That one you last installed is 200 bucks US I have on of another brand just like it in the backyard and it works great its 30 bucks does the same thing. 2 of my Eufy cams are flood light cams. They were not bought from fear but for making life easier.

[@wellbeingonwater]

nice! Thanks for sharing

[@justmeEnglandUK]

Hi may surprised you didn't go swimming for your bracket. s340 looks like an amazing bit of kit . Good luck with your adventures when you explore the rest of the network .

[@wellbeingonwater]

Next time! ahah

[@a1sjb677]

I have the indoor Cam, Pan and Tilt, for when I away and can keep an eye on the pets, this also follows movement and is a no subscription from Eufy - I also have the T8222 Doorbell from Eufy, perfect alternative to other subscription doorbells - I really like Eufy products - I still have an old robot vacuum from Eufy as well - I've just invested in a house alarm system from Eufy, worth every penny, and normally cheaper than the other brands.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Amazing!!!

[@beauthestdane]

In the future, for drilling through metal like that, lubrication really helps, and a good new sharp cobalt drill bit.

[@beauthestdane]

Carbide works well as well, but it is brittle.

[@K_R_W]

That outdoor camera will have a .large blind spot because of the long narrow nature of the boat. For my needs the SoloCam S340 Wireless Outdoor Security Camera with Dual Lens and Solar Panel is the best choice and has great reviews

[@Countryboy246]

Hi may I been subscriber for a while now as your living my dream :) on the water n not care in world ty for awesome videos ma’am

[@gilleslacroix4255]

Location of the moving camera i feel that middle of the boat seems best …….and it is my fav one …😉😊cheers keep it up !

[@DarrenParker-i5z]

S220 Solocam Is the best can on the market

[@Bangsey1]

The S340 camera looks ideal. The 6th thing was very helpful too! 🙂

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TheRushfreek]

I think any of the Eufy cameras would make me feel safe in my landlubbers house. The S340 dual camera that you showed us looks brilliant, so if I was to pick one myself it would be that one. Take care May, love your adventures and say hi to George. 😊😘

[@Martyn2021]

Well those cameras seem to be an excellent idea they not only usefulbfor security but also be used when maneuvering the boat round in tricky situations when single-handed. I would also take look at the what three words thing. It help George and the rest of your family and friends know were you if they need to. Plus it will help remember where you have moored. Plus a dog sounds fun.

[@sailingheretic]

Since the rotating camera is angled down about 20°, if you mount it upside down on the angled side of your boat, it should scan about torso level, which I think is what you want. Also, I don’t know what type of drill bits you have, but drilling through mild steel generally requires that you drill in shorter bursts and use a cutting fluid (oil) as lubricant so as not to overheat the bit.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks for the tips

[@Erica12Morley]

Hi May. I'm new to your channel and must say I thoroughly enjoyed this video. My brother and his wife live on their newly built narrow boat,and it's a life I'm drawn to aswell. Namaste 🙏 😊

[@wellbeingonwater]

Welcome aboard! It’s a lovely way to live! I’m happy you found the channel 🙏 namaste

[@garywood6916]

I like the look of the S220, great video you are doin so well

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks 👍 glad you like it

[@ktrusswell3296]

Love the DIY and fishing LOL good catch by the way be safe

[@wellbeingonwater]

hehe thanks!

[@ktrusswell3296]

@@wellbeingonwater 😁

[@xoniwebmaster1]

Try it on the exhaust with hose clamps to see if you like the location. Not permanent.

[@artmartdc]

I have just been looking at cameras and doorbells but here the S340 that really interests me.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Brilliant, good luck!

[@malcolmsymes6479]

Hi May, As usual a great video love to watch you problem solving. If you don’t mind a little suggestion , for the cost a pair of appropriate safety glasses they really are a must when using an angle grinder. 😊

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks for the tips

[@Pilotmonkey100]

Best is the SoloCam

[@wellbeingonwater]

😀

[@thomasdonelan3496]

eufy Cam S120, looks cool. camera, wall light and probably runs off of May’s sunshine. 😂

[@maidbloke]

Hi May, cameras look great, I like the look of the video doorbell. x

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks!

[@rachelballett9271]

The S220 looks nice and simple to fit and use. Can't afford to keep paying marinas every time I leave the boat. Thanks for the really useful video!

[@wellbeingonwater]

Hey Rachel! Congrats you've won the competition for a security camera!! Will you please email me so I can pass on your details to Eufy!! ✨

[@rachelballett9271]

​@@wellbeingonwaterHi! What a lovely surprise! Thankyou! As I've already confessed to being a technological numpty, can you tell me how to email you please? Many thanks

[@donalda2240]

Like the S340 camera, especially the 360 degree feature. However shame you can't hide it under something so it not quite so conspicuous - or is exposing its presence part of the plan. Impressed with your magnet fishing.

[@wellbeingonwater]

hehe thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@vebi6481]

The 4G Lte camera looks good, interested how you mount the other one.

[@wellbeingonwater]

will have to get back to you on that

[@curve2music483]

When drilling into metal it’s best to use a small drill first . Then open up the hole to the right diameter with a larger Drill 😊

[@wellbeingonwater]

niceee

[@roderickfrench9800]

May , love your attitude , plenty of solo girls living their best lives on the canal ,.be sensible where you moor up and have great adventure.my first security choice would be a doggy it would be a great companion, warm on cold nights and would pick you up when your feeling blue. too.Second would be the G20 solo.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Aww thansk so much for saying

[@louburnett6782]

My Eufy C210 solo cam allows me to watch my garden whilst away 😝. I also have their doorbell, so I can answer the door from the bath or another country 😂.

[@vynleshmynle7372]

May, a large diameter hose clamp would work marvellously to attaché the camera to the exhaust stack.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Brilliant idea

[@Mick-cj3qy]

Love it mick

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks!

[@LewisBeardsmore]

I like the look of the solar system cameras

[@wellbeingonwater]

They are cooool!

[@Oxfordshire1]

Hey how are you hope your having a nice day on the boat x

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks!

[@Oxfordshire1]

@@wellbeingonwater what you been doing today in the sunshine x

[@pollenhead]

Stay safe May. Get a motion detector that barks and growls like a big scary dog or one that has a loud siren.

[@wellbeingonwater]

love it!

[@barbohanley3882]

Great video ❣️🇨🇦

[@PinkLittleElephant]

I like the robot eye like S340. There are lots of different options to keep safe. For KZbinrs, don’t disclose your current location… easiest way is to delay videos until you have moved elsewhere. If in the boat and you think someone is trying to break in, make a lot of noise. An air horn or a rape alarm should work well. Also, in towns try to moor next to boats with people living on them and get to know them so you can look out for each other. I think most incidents on boats are not attacks on the people living there. It is more about vandalism or petty theft.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Its cool! and yes, films are backdated

[@jorushent]

My favourite eufy product is my robvac which I named Dave.. I've had him 3 years now and totally love him.. however my dog Roo isn't as keen... and when he's not attacking him ... he's trying to get him to start by nudging him....

[@etchfly]

s330 looks wicked x

[@wellbeingonwater]

Right!

[@tonyryan2107]

Hi may another great video and I’m going to buy a camera if I don’t win your competition they look great. Oh and the cutting disc in your grinder doesn’t look like it is fitted in the centre and could be dangerous like that so please check it and be careful lovely

[@jonahjones89]

Dearest May, Hope you are well? What else did you find magnet fishing :). I love your videos, but have a particular interest, or knowledge of Crime Prevention. You make a lot of sense, particularly around understanding the mental aspect of positive belief. One area that was not covered, but which is essential, is that the boating community looks out for each other. This community is such a strength, to boaters like you. When you are permanent, or localised area, people know each other and who should be around etc. This is extremely positive and people can interact with people if only saying hello to passersby, can help protect them. As you plan to move around and will be a stranger to many, this added layer is not there, but I hope that those boats around you, will keep an eye out for you and your property, whilst you are there, or out for some time. Love the videos as always Steve J

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks so much for this lovely comment!

[@colin125gwr]

hello May I like the Solar Wall Light Cam S120 looks neat

[@wellbeingonwater]

Cool!

[@rosemarywatson9721]

Eufy video doorbell for me. Just become a subscriber after trying your tiny home yoga - love it but can’t find it now on KZbin 😔

[@wellbeingonwater]

Its there! Just visit the channel page and scroll down! welcome to the channel 😊

[@rosemarywatson9721]

@@wellbeingonwater thanks so much … have found them - now to roll out the mat ❤

[@stevenginnever5343]

Great video as always, It's great that you're conscious of your security, but not paranoid. The Eufy rotating duel camera looks a great bit of kit. Could be mounted to a whaling harpoon gun at the front of the boat as an extra deterrent. Only joking for all you whale lovers. As for the the mindset content, great stuff again. Two of the worst words are. What if.

[@Rudi-Mhz]

The Cameras are a good part of a Safety Solution. Sensors for measuring the water in the bilge , in the winter a freezing sensor etc. could be wonderfull to have. The Shelly components are working well, even with low Voltage and you could send it to your Smartphone. A kind of cheap monitoring. A hug from Germany, Rudi

[@wellbeingonwater]

A hug back!

[@craigpeat8645]

Jubilee clip the camera to the chimney

[@wellbeingonwater]

Nice

[@richardbrown7153]

Hi May, Could you attach the camera to a pole with a hinge like your chimney and attach that to one of the brackets holding your solar panels? Then you'd have 360° coverage. As for a Dog, unfortunately, most teacher's won't let people who live on boats adopt dogs as you guys and girls don't have a secure garden for them. You should have seen the hoops I had to jump through to get my Jack Russell, Candy, an ex travellers dog! You could contact fellow KZbinr the Narrowboat Pirate. She adopted a Dog from somewhere that didn't mind the lack of garden. I'm sure she'd give you their details. Thank you for another great vlog, see you in the next one! Stay safe and happy

[@genefreak]

Awesome videos as always... bought a few tickets too! - Just a little query and hope it doesn't sound too condescending as you're way better at DIY than I could ever be... but... er.... were you using the correct drill bit?

[@wellbeingonwater]

Hey! It was a metal bit so unless you know of a better type of drill bit I’m all ears!

[@johncampbell4256]

Hi may my mind gets carried away sometimes I have to tell myself I'm in the present and not to think to far and to much in the future and to be realistic !😘

[@wellbeingonwater]

Love that! Keep practicing!

[@juliewillis2988]

Love ya too❤ great tipsXxxx

[@wellbeingonwater]

Hugs!

[@spotty_cat26]

I think the Eufy cam that follows you is a brilliant idea. Is that the S330?

[@alancollier8221]

S340

[@petermcclements9691]

How about mag mount like you use for a WiFi aerial with bracket fir the camera you then can put it down while moving the boat

[@shogun666able]

Any help May, I know 2 solo female boaters both now have a Umarex T4E HDS 68 on board, both have used them, one several times to make a point at unwanted visitors. Both very sensible ladies that a bit of no mess with visual deteriorate has helped in awkward situations which may help you. Take a look on line as one pointed at you would make anyone think twice and perfectly legal and sensible to own.

[@wellbeingonwater]

Thanks for sharing!

[@akeforsbom6291]

Is there a good place in the yoga stand, either in front or behind, where you could put a tripod for example For example, a 500mm table leg , where to attach the camera? then the camera could work more easily on both sides of the boat

[@wellbeingonwater]

Nice ideas

[@EarthWatcher736]

A giant jubilee clip around the chimney holding a bracket to which the camera is bolted to ?

[@Greg_Fulcher]

I feel like for the exterior cam i'd now want to build like, a cage that goes around it and screws down into the roof of the boat. i just feel like its, exposed?

[@wellbeingonwater]

Well id rather they steal the camera than the boat

[@linamora9169]

What is to stop them from just covering the camera?