Camping Florida’s Most Isolated & Forgotten Coast on a 40 Foot Boat

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  • @olddiver
    @olddiver Před rokem +28

    Once again you have clearly defined what the “ best Florida fishing/diving channel “ looks like. But more than that, it’s your wonderfully real interaction with each other in gorgeous places that being peace and escape to so many devoted fans. I happily discovered this latest video last night and while watching… my wife, then my kids and then my grandson joined me and moved it so much, we watched your 2022 holiday summary again. In the years since you have started up your channel I have never missed one and none have been less than excellent. You always take me home to the paradise I grew up in. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Clay and Stephanie. You are Florida’s best ambassadors. 👍

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +3

      Thanks so much Lance, you’re the best!

  • @moonpiespotlight4759
    @moonpiespotlight4759 Před rokem +5

    I think you got what you came for - beautiful scenery, tranquility and time together. The fishing is a bonus.

  • @fchck040
    @fchck040 Před rokem +8

    Really ebjoyed this episode! The thought of camping on the boat is awesome. It reminds me of when I was in high school. Me & my buddies used to camp & fish all the time! Clay, you are so blessed to have a wife who loves the outdoors. Don’t ever forget that. It will make you closer, when you get old. Much love!

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! And can’t argue with that, thanks!

  • @canucklehead0
    @canucklehead0 Před rokem +2

    Hope you have fun on your groovy little vacation, I love the tent set-up on the boat, very trick, I might have to try that with my little tinny one of these days. Really connected with your message at the end and wiser people than I am have also said that it's very hard to make memories while lounging in a recliner, it seems funny to say this to people but sometimes you just have to get outside and breath the air, clear your mind of all the chaos life swamps us with and pretty soon you'll feel better and maybe go camping or fishing, whatever your inspiration leads you to do!! I do need to mention how ridiculously stunning some of those shots were, no horizon, the fog,...all of it was amazing!! What a great start to 2023's adventures, and as always thank-you for taking us along with you!! My AVAIL Fleece lined Hoodie has been working really well during our ice fishing exploits, cannot say enough good things about it, everyone needs one of these in their wardrobe arsenal!! Take care - Dave

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Love hearing it Dave! You always have the best input! Thanks so much for tuning in another week here! 💪🏼

  • @BrittneyJon
    @BrittneyJon Před rokem +12

    Always know it's going to be a beautiful video whenever you post but this one was exceptional!! This is the way life should be lived and grateful you both take the time to share it with us ♥ And glad you brought food this time!

  • @kokeshidolls5631
    @kokeshidolls5631 Před rokem +2

    I'm back watching your videos after a short break away. You guys look great and congrats on the boat. My husband and I are fishing down here in Key West for the past couple months. So beautiful here and lots of great fishing. We don't have a boat, but the mutton snapper, mangrove snapper, permit and grouper are here and fun to catch. We are having a great fishing season. Hard work, but so much fun. Fishing is fishing and if we catch nothing there is a bar to rest up and share stories of the one that got away. Wishing you both and all the viewers all the best for 2023.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much and welcome back! Glad to hear you guys are getting into the fish!

  • @danielmcginnis6630
    @danielmcginnis6630 Před rokem +5

    You guys are living the dream. Nothing but good vibes watching your videos. Definitely wish I could afford the life experience 😂 the struggles real. Stay safe out there guys.

  • @MesillasOutdoors
    @MesillasOutdoors Před rokem +5

    I've watched about 30-40 of your videos. And this is the first comment I leave. 😅 absolutely the my top 3 outdoors channels on YT.. the production of your content is just exquisite 💎 b-roll is on another level. Shows how dedicated you guys are on providing the best possible content. Its addicting to watch to say the least.. congrats and thank you for sharing such exciting content!
    -Steven

  • @Strohaus
    @Strohaus Před rokem +2

    Fun camping adventure! Looks like the new boat is fantastic & serving you all well! Thanks for filming the camping trip!

  • @jimlimberakis8115
    @jimlimberakis8115 Před rokem +2

    Great video. We used to come down to Chokoloskee every winter and fish the back country there. Some days we would just anchor near one of the islands and spend the day. Amazing to watch the variety of life out there while never seeing another person.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Love it! The wildlife is the biggest pluss

  • @tzw5116
    @tzw5116 Před rokem +2

    Amazing. You guys pump out with great content every week. Thank you

  • @timothyperkins5249
    @timothyperkins5249 Před rokem +2

    I love that u can just set up anywhere off an island for the night. Amazing freedom you two enjoy, squeeze every moment to the fullest!

  • @eddyballester8990
    @eddyballester8990 Před rokem +2

    What a beautiful show! Thanks Clay & Steph. Nice Cobia etc. Stunning scenery, thanks for sharing with us. Looking forward to viewing your next show

  • @IsaiahWG24
    @IsaiahWG24 Před rokem +3

    I love this episode guys! And the authenticity too. Keep them coming 😊

  • @chadsutphen9401
    @chadsutphen9401 Před rokem +2

    Love the exploration videos. Give me some longer videos with quiet time added on….the real beauty.
    Great job.

  • @biffjohnson2076
    @biffjohnson2076 Před rokem +2

    Fantastic video, guys! I always appreciate your amazing footage!

  • @parfaithugues7459
    @parfaithugues7459 Před rokem +2

    Awesome video. Capt Clay & Stephanie keep up. So proud of you all

  • @JonDunnmusician
    @JonDunnmusician Před rokem +2

    The trip was a huge success what a memory!

    • @JonDunnmusician
      @JonDunnmusician Před rokem +1

      Remember too, many boaters forget: what if there was a boat issue, mechanical problem or heavy weather issue? Just being out there coming home Safe and etching those unique memories. Ps- you made a great point about stretching comfort levels, and appreciating the things that we have when we get back home.
      Have a nice summer.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much!

  • @rickysiebert9618
    @rickysiebert9618 Před rokem +2

    Living on the west coast of Florida, island hopping and exploring is exactly why I want a boat. Great video as usual!

  • @12gerbear
    @12gerbear Před rokem +1

    My buddy and I first started going there in the late 80s. We first stayed at the Rod and Gun club in Everglades City and rented a pontoon boat out of Port of the Islands and loved it so much we started going there multiple times a year and camping and fishing inside and outside the the park. Commonly called the 10,000 islands because of the thousands of mangrove islands. Even if we didn't catch anything we didn't care because it was so islotated and beautiful. It truly is one of the most unique fishing spots in the world because without ever getting out of your boat, if you have a gheenue like we had or a flats boat, you could start in the morning in the backcountry rivers fishing for fresh water bass and slowly move out towards the gulf catcatching Redfish, Snapper, Grouper, Trout, countles fish and end up in the gulf catching 30lb Cobia. A little bit to make one jealous. We we started we paid $4.00/lb for Stone Crab.

  • @user-xf6ny8yp1u
    @user-xf6ny8yp1u Před 11 měsíci +1

    You two are living my dream! When you pointed back at the boat and said, “that was where you were camping”, my mind was blown!! Have fun, fish on ❤

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před 11 měsíci

      It's always an adventure on life by the bow. We're very blessed. Thank you for watching.

  • @slipperybeastaviationfishingsh

    Great video guys we really enjoyed this video fully. Keep up the great works

  • @SeabassAdventures
    @SeabassAdventures Před rokem +5

    Wow i had no idea a place like this even existed in Florida! That looks like a super fun camping trip. Awesome video!

  • @todcox9537
    @todcox9537 Před rokem +1

    What an awesome trip!!! Starting the new year off right!

  • @graniteman1408
    @graniteman1408 Před rokem +2

    Awesome video!!! We have a 21ft boat but that really makes me want to camp in the near future with the family!

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      You can do it! Anchor the boat off the beach

  • @sweenbean88
    @sweenbean88 Před rokem +2

    That fog was up in the panhandle a few weeks ago and it would linger ALL day. Y’all get some awesome footage. Regular tv isn’t even entertaining anymore because of your channel and others alike. Thanks for doing what you do.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much my friend really appreciate those kind words

  • @georgek1954
    @georgek1954 Před rokem +1

    incredible video, beautiful production, another level guys, thank you!

  • @Will-sr5ph
    @Will-sr5ph Před rokem +1

    Ya great video he is right about fog I’m a young one with 16 foot boat and I was running inshore but u could literally not see ten feet

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks for the input will appreciate you watching!

  • @ChasinReef
    @ChasinReef Před rokem +3

    Wao guys another great video 💪. Camping in the boat is the best experience ever. We do a lot of camping in our 30 ft boat during this season we prefer this weather for camp. Keep up the great work guys. Hope to meet you guys soon ⚓️

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much appreciate you watching, definitely want to do more about camping

  • @jamesgaffney7591
    @jamesgaffney7591 Před rokem +2

    Man that’s a lot of boat to go skinny on ! Glad you all made it safe. And returned with the same prop Agree. Best kept secret in Florida is right there

  • @MarcusAurelius33036
    @MarcusAurelius33036 Před rokem

    Another fun video! Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @armando2591
    @armando2591 Před rokem +2

    In love with that awesome trip, I just added to my bucket list.

  • @ZuluBlackout
    @ZuluBlackout Před rokem +1

    Amazing! We just acquired a 17.7 and expect to do adventures like this but not to the extent. This is amazing and what I strive for!

  • @gregeconomeier1476
    @gregeconomeier1476 Před rokem +1

    This video included some really good drone scenes. Good Job.

  • @coltg3117
    @coltg3117 Před rokem

    What a great video. So much fun and love arching y’all’s Chanel grow!!!!

  • @juliafiore120
    @juliafiore120 Před rokem +1

    What a fun few days camping. Looked amazing.

  • @PJP320
    @PJP320 Před rokem +2

    You guys are the only channel I have ever subscribed to. Just awesome content! You are just real and have a great time doing what you do. I hope you make your way down to Dry Tortuga's for opening grouper season weekend. I will be on detail down there opening weekend and hope to see you there.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much my friend! We have plans don’t know if we will be able to make it until a little later though.

  • @chrissherman4357
    @chrissherman4357 Před rokem +1

    Awesome video once again!!! As a native Floridian I love watching your videos since I live in the Carolina’s. Look at the part of the video where you caught a jack and it looked like you had a shark following it!! That would have been a sick catch. Keep the great content coming.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing the feedback! Glad you enjoyed it 💪🏼 that was actually a Goliath grouper!

  • @danielfrench3138
    @danielfrench3138 Před rokem +1

    Great video guy's love watching you two. Your very informative and tho I can't do what you guys do I sure injoy watching, thank you 😊

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks for watching! Appreciate the kind words!

  • @aaronprice6716
    @aaronprice6716 Před rokem

    great post, it brings back my younger days on the southwest coast for 43 years

  • @jorgeofc
    @jorgeofc Před rokem

    That AVAIL logo on the side of the boat looks GREAT! Pretty boat, guys!!! Awesome video as always. Keep it up!

  • @Boros.Levente
    @Boros.Levente Před rokem

    You're such am inspiration to watch and start my Tuesday morning with a positive vibe.... Love you guys , cant wait to meet you in person one day!!!!

  • @waltfeimer1378
    @waltfeimer1378 Před rokem

    great composition on the shots at the end! Great video, loved it

  • @GrzegorzDurda
    @GrzegorzDurda Před rokem

    When roughing it as you guys are i highly recommend having normal utensils and shatter proof plates. Less waste and eating will feel like a morale boost. Sea water rinses well with no detergent needed. Just wipe n go.

  • @robsimons1609
    @robsimons1609 Před rokem +1

    another great video,thanks guys.

  • @Blakeneal407
    @Blakeneal407 Před rokem +1

    Great video I think production goes up every time I also remember it being real fun going through tavenier creek by the mouth on the gulf side all the tight turns makes it pretty fun, also really like these camping videos, maybe make a spray hood for the boat for camping? And the avail logo looks good on the boat

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much Blake really appreciate the input

  • @80884bpresley
    @80884bpresley Před rokem

    Awesome video guys!!!! That boat is so nice!!!

  • @LJ-jq8og
    @LJ-jq8og Před rokem +1

    Would LOVE to see you do a series of videos on popular topics: 101 Small Boat Ownership and Maintenance; 101 Boating Skills for Florida Adventure and Fun; 101 Boating Cool Gadgets (NAV, FLIR) and Toys (DPVs, etc) for the Small Boater. You could number them so we can not miss a show. IMO views would kick ass, you could update them every year, get a ton of free toys given to you, and make more money ❗😉

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Screenshotting this now, thanks for the tips!

  • @carrielynnmarieacevedo

    WOW the water and the sky connected!!!

  • @jayjayhepburn3482
    @jayjayhepburn3482 Před rokem

    I love you guys... Doing everything as a couple. I really enjoy when you guys do videos in the Bahamas because that's my home... love you guys...

  • @hecdc7703
    @hecdc7703 Před rokem

    Nice trip. Glad you had FUN!

  • @anthonyraspantini6675
    @anthonyraspantini6675 Před rokem +1

    This probably was one of the best trip that you guys took I really enjoyed this one God bless you just keep going

  • @florianhoflehner2877
    @florianhoflehner2877 Před rokem

    Thats just beautiful! Thank you so much for this video. Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹

  • @rthomas2241
    @rthomas2241 Před rokem

    Looks really nice out there. It is a great place my parents lived in Naples and I really enjoyed visiting. Enjoy guys!

  • @isabelsantiago1441
    @isabelsantiago1441 Před rokem

    That’s awesome , hope to see you guys at the boat show 💕💕💕

  • @Coopsfixeruppershop
    @Coopsfixeruppershop Před rokem

    Great vid guys!
    Such a cool trip!

  • @pechesansfrontiere5917
    @pechesansfrontiere5917 Před rokem +2

    It was just amazing. Thank you so much. You are truly inspiring 😉🎣😎

  • @customcuts1
    @customcuts1 Před 10 měsíci

    Paradise! Thanks for making the videos. It makes me wanna get out of landlocked Oklahoma!

  • @keiths.6251
    @keiths.6251 Před rokem

    It's always just fun to go for a little adventure and having fun.

  • @5actuallycharlie
    @5actuallycharlie Před rokem

    What a awesome crew and life! Enjoy.

  • @williamfoster3180
    @williamfoster3180 Před rokem

    Awesome video another beautiful location, keep them coming🤙🏻

  • @saenole66
    @saenole66 Před rokem

    Tent camped many times on middle Cape. Big fun! Caught snook and trout off the beach and made great fish chowder for dinner. Always a winter trip to minimize bugs. Didn’t know you still had a big Contender. Beautiful boat.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much for watching Lee! We have plans of going back with the smaller boat and actually staying on the beach.

    • @saenole66
      @saenole66 Před rokem

      @@LifeByTheBow You will enjoy that. Stick to the cool months and bring your repellant. The point of land at middle cape is a good fishing and camping spot.

  • @dannyd-rockmahaffey3087

    Beautiful video , awesome boat, nice fish catches........great job guys

  • @rainmaker3700
    @rainmaker3700 Před 10 měsíci +1

    When I see those grass flats, first thing I think of is Scallops!!

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před 10 měsíci +1

      It's the best! Thanks for watching

  • @bhig959
    @bhig959 Před rokem

    New subscriber! Love the new boat, will definitely check out the gear when I get my new wardrobe for the winter home! 🇨🇦

  • @jimmclaughlin5930
    @jimmclaughlin5930 Před rokem

    Fantastic Video I really enjoyed watching Thank you! Cant wait to be back down to Punta Gorda in april for some fishing on Charlotte harbor.

  • @DenverPropertyFlip
    @DenverPropertyFlip Před rokem

    I just bought my second Avail hat (black dorado this time). These hats are legit. High quality material and fit perfectly. Thanks for making these!

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      Love hearing it thanks so much for the positive feedback!

  • @saidabdin7537
    @saidabdin7537 Před 6 dny

    Thanks for all

  • @roberttorres6689
    @roberttorres6689 Před rokem

    Thank you for all the great videos and for what you do down there to conserves for the future

  • @marcq9123
    @marcq9123 Před rokem

    Hi guys. I missed the boat show. I had to work. Love the boat. Great choice. Can’t wait to go it to the keys and hopefully watch you guys boating

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much! But the boat show is this weekend!

  • @YLB-FISHING
    @YLB-FISHING Před rokem +1

    Great job guys🙌 this is fishing some days are just slow but you definitely made the best out of the trip 🤘

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      You got that right! Thanks for watching!

    • @YLB-FISHING
      @YLB-FISHING Před rokem

      @@LifeByTheBow Best show in town🙌 keep up the amazing job guys

  • @rodneyallen6038
    @rodneyallen6038 Před rokem

    Love the boat guys! Thanks 😊

  • @leonardoimprenta625
    @leonardoimprenta625 Před rokem

    Great job ! excellent video and beautiful fishing !, congrats !

  • @szottm59dodge
    @szottm59dodge Před rokem +1

    Great vid as always. We are based in Key Largo on Adams cut. Been looking for beaches & now we might give Middle Cape a shot. Appreciate the education. Fish on!

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Thanks so much really appreciate your support!

  • @MoviesSam
    @MoviesSam Před rokem

    Another awesome video guys. We are heading to Islamorada in May, renting a boat, and love to find something like this closer to our location.

  • @TomCccog
    @TomCccog Před rokem

    You two are amazing. So positive. Life is good, thanks for the reminder to be thankful and that the cup is always half full 👊☀️🤙

  • @louielouie4187
    @louielouie4187 Před rokem

    Great video Jeanie and I love them, we even found her a hat like Stephanie's
    Good job...😊

  • @RandyGrace
    @RandyGrace Před rokem +1

    That was fun. Enjoyed.

  • @martinquintana5837
    @martinquintana5837 Před rokem +1

    Just an epic video of your adventure on your new boat and your delicious dinner made my mouth water lol. Thank you for sharing your adventures anyways stay safe out there and have a blessed day. Aloha from Kansas

    • @martinquintana5837
      @martinquintana5837 Před rokem +1

      Sometimes you don't catch the fish you want but the main thing is you all spent some quality time together and making memories.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @brodyschreiber7609
    @brodyschreiber7609 Před rokem

    I love this channel I’ve watched for a while and it’s awesome the boats and everything

  • @ChasinTail69
    @ChasinTail69 Před rokem

    That’s awesome! I sure miss doing all that. Stay Blessed!

  • @MrLatenttraveler
    @MrLatenttraveler Před rokem

    Love this
    Great subject and looks like a great time
    Thanks

  • @thomaschandler4831
    @thomaschandler4831 Před 2 měsíci

    What a great fishing and camping trip on a spectacular boat 🏆🇺🇸👍👍

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před 2 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

  • @dertythegrower
    @dertythegrower Před rokem

    Great intro.. throwing this cast to the TV. Big up, production on point. The drone shots really do help make content better..

  • @2BearsOutdoors
    @2BearsOutdoors Před rokem +1

    Great video guys as always. Love it.. Blessing to ya.

  • @marklowe6488
    @marklowe6488 Před rokem

    Absolutely awesome video man. 👌🤛

  • @jc4liferesearch5
    @jc4liferesearch5 Před rokem

    I feel very lucky for being a fan of this channel and Key West waterman as well, you guys make my day. Thanks ! y gracias a la Cubanita.

  • @johnnygreene5447
    @johnnygreene5447 Před rokem

    Amazing photography! 👏

  • @shondoyle8289
    @shondoyle8289 Před rokem

    I love your show. I appreciate your knowledge of everything Florida.

    • @LifeByTheBow
      @LifeByTheBow  Před rokem +1

      I appreciate that!

    • @shondoyle8289
      @shondoyle8289 Před rokem

      @@LifeByTheBow Hopefully I will see you two and crew cruising in the future. I'm going back to Cali for a bit. much Aloha's

  • @ruthlong6876
    @ruthlong6876 Před rokem

    Such a fun video guys, as always can't wait for the next video thanks for sharing, bye 👍🙏❤️😎

  • @jamiehoward4980
    @jamiehoward4980 Před rokem

    Awesome adventure, catching is just a plus!

  • @allenjohnson1457
    @allenjohnson1457 Před 11 měsíci

    Nice work You Two!🙏💥💙

  • @tailintheduckers8178
    @tailintheduckers8178 Před rokem +1

    Life by the bow never disappoints 🤙⚓️ !!!! Great video Cowarts

  • @franiannarone8196
    @franiannarone8196 Před rokem

    Great idea with the tent, some place I'm sure you'll be back 😀

  • @alancacamo3858
    @alancacamo3858 Před rokem

    Great show!

  • @tmcd366
    @tmcd366 Před rokem

    The drone footage is excellent..again.

  • @vodkalima
    @vodkalima Před rokem

    Such a nice video ! Keep them coming 🏝️ 🏖️ 🌊 🛥️ 🎣

  • @lockhartmatthew
    @lockhartmatthew Před rokem

    That's awesome! I'm on the SW coast of Florida. Probably an equal distance from the glades. I've been wanting to do this for a while!

  • @thomascrosby6105
    @thomascrosby6105 Před rokem

    Smart to sleep on the boat., Mosquitos. spent time there in the 80 s.. nice to see its still pristene even after a few cat 4 s that rolled thru. keep an eye on the oyster bars, if they are still there