Known as the manatee capital of the world, Crystal River, Florida is a very cool place to explore by boat. In several days camping on my C Dory 22 I was able to see crystal clear springs, manatees, beautiful Gulf of Mexico islands and flats and even a couple tiger sharks! Add this place to your list…..
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44 Comments
What kind of watch did you wear on that trip? I like it
Another great one! I really enjoy seeing the things you eat. I changed my diet and started fasting after watching your videos 5 years ago. Not bc I had issues with weight but I always felt sick. Thank you for forever changing my life
Awesome video bud! Heading down tomorrow to do a little shore fishing
Next time you have to checkout 7 Sisters, the crack and the hundreds of other spots along the Chassahowitzka.
When are you going to the Bahamas! It’s 50 miles from the Florida coast
Hey trip, I haven’t been on in a while i’ve been very busy. I miss watching your adventures I love your videos say hi to Patricia.
What watch do you have?
Sardines are high in arsenic
Bet that backwards drop in with out a dive tank stung 😊
My home town
The man, the legend, has returned!
Glad to see she survived the lightning strike. 🎉
C-Dory is back!!!
Hey, you are near my home. Glad to have you here. Contact me if you would like any info on the area.
Mullet Key is one of our favorite places to fish. Native Americans dwelled on it.
What is the bowl with the snaps?
Dude you need some curtains or tinted windows
What’s what taped to your mouth over night ?
Drone shots were great! Very clean video. I liked the slower music on the drone then no music in the water after.
When is the next 100 miles on a skiff video?? Those were the best!!
Fabulous filming of the Cormorant and Manatees, Trip.
YouTube is failing to notify me of your video uploads. Here i am thinking you took a 4 month break only to see you've been uploading. Judging by your views I'm not the only one getting screwed out of your content.
Have you considered a starlink for your boat trip. Imagine having internet when you're off shore.
Trip dip
There’s a huge gator always hanging out at the dock are right at the beginning of the video
Yo bro I think we seen each other out on the water before. You'll know once you see my unique little houseboat. I have some videos on my Channel. Unfortunately the wiki Wachee River is starting to get tight restrictions in some areas. I usually stay in the Hudson Tarpon Springs area. I'm getting out there this weekend. See you!
Spiders, man. Spiders.
What watch do you have??
why you tape your mouth when sleeping
I was just there about a month ago and those super fast swimming chickens will absolutely impale fish it’s wild to watch
Did you leave your vehicle and trailer at the ramp for the entire excursion?
Sorry, I just had to text this…@20:11, you had a Big Ol Bubble in your drawers…It looks like your Fart got trapped in your drawers! LMAO!!!
Man I wish I knew you were coming here. I live right by crystal river. Would of loved to come by and say hello.
Love the dory
Only thing I didn't see was your dive flag. Don't know if anyone approached you but that's a must. Great trip
Can I suggest getting some sort of flexible pole(flag pole maybe?) that you can temporarily attach on the front(where you can see)where the top of the pole would be just a few inches higher than the solar panels when you're a little iffy on clearance. Then you can see if the pole touches the bridge or not and know if you can make it.
Awesome!!
Love ur channel. The best I think by far. One suggestion? Try dropping the anchor quieter. Especially in the residential canals. Everything echos and draws attention to you.
What kind of watch were you wearing in this video. Info would be greatly appreciated
Missed you brother…
My church youth group took a trip to Crystal River and Homosassa Springs to see the manatees. It was such a great time. Hopefully I can make it back sometime soon. Thanks for taking me back virtually!
What kind of boat is that? Parker?
Dang Trip, wish I knew you were in CR, I would have stopped by to say hey and point out some of the local sights worth see. Maybe another day.
Hello. Could you please share with me where did you buy or what brand or model is your back deck tent? Thank you very much
Did I see correctly, You sleep with you mouth taped up? Is that a snoring thing? I’m not trying to be rude just intrigued.