Em & Nick

We sold everything. Quit our jobs. And bought a sailboat with NO experience, but with a dream to one day sail around the world. Now we're documenting every step of the journey—from DIY boat projects and learning to sail, to the inevitable mistakes, setbacks, and small victories that come with chasing a dream that's bigger than ourselves. This isn't a highlight reel of perfect sunsets and tropic…

Saint Petersburg, United States· Jul 2026

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Building the Bilge system of our DREAMS (...again lol)The crew replaces bilge hoses on an Island Packet using a dowel-pull technique and stainless steel clamps.13 Sept 2026

Published13 Sept 2026

Duration29:19

Views13K

We tore out the heart of our boat (electrical refit pt. 1)Owners perform a full electrical refit on a 30-year-old sailboat to correct dangerous, ungrounded wiring and components.30 Aug 2026

Published30 Aug 2026

Duration28:50

Views12K

How much does it ACTUALLY cost to own a sailboat? (our finances for the first 9 months)First-time owners of an Island Packet spent over $52,000 on maintenance, training, and dockage in nine months.10 Aug 2026

Published10 Aug 2026

Duration55:17

Views14K

We ruined HOURS of work in seconds....The owners of an Island Packet 40 must reorder bilge hoses after failing to account for anti-siphon loops.26 Jul 2026

Published26 Jul 2026

Duration21:45

Views7K

The Backup Sailor | An Accidental Sailing Journey of a Lifetime (full documentary)A novice sailor completes a 500-mile offshore race from Florida to Mexico aboard a ketch-rigged sailboat.19 Jul 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Published19 Jul 2026

Duration48:23

Views6K

LocationSaint Petersburg, United States

Finally... Something Went Right!!Nick and Em apply TotalBoat Spartan antifouling paint to their boat after extensive hull sanding and prep.12 Jul 2026

Published12 Jul 2026

Duration16:51

Views7K

Real time update 7.8.2026 (and it's not great.)8 Jul 2026

Published8 Jul 2026

Duration12:52

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We Have to Do This Every TWO Years?!Manual sanding of a 30-year-old sailboat hull proves labor-intensive compared to using chemical paint strippers.28 Jun 2026

Published28 Jun 2026

Duration21:06

Views6K

Buying a boat? Watch this first.First-time boat owners should hire specialized inspectors for engines and electrical systems beyond a general marine survey.21 Jun 2026

Published21 Jun 2026

Duration1:14:24

Views7K

We had no choice but to haul out (ep. 13)A leaking exhaust hose forces a 30-mile ICW transit to a DIY yard for a full haul-out.14 Jun 2026

Published14 Jun 2026

Duration18:13

Views7K

We didn't think it could get any worse... (ep 12)A sailboat crew rewires their electrical system and secures a bilge pump after fire and flooding scares.7 Jun 2026

Published7 Jun 2026

Duration27:13

Views10K

The boat is FINALLY coming together (ep. 11)Owners perform DIY engine cooling and belt repairs while troubleshooting a new shaft seal leak in Stuart.31 May 2026

Published31 May 2026

Duration26:57

Views7K

Real Time Update May, 27th 202626 May 2026

Published26 May 2026

Duration10:14

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We're finally on our own! Full time cruising starts now (ep 10)A couple navigates their 40-foot sailboat through the Stuart ICW to a mooring ball without professional assistance.24 May 2026 · Martin County, United States

Published24 May 2026

Duration18:16

Views10K

LocationMartin County, United States

DIY Sailboat Upgrades: Winch service & Custom Lee Cloths (for $20?!)The crew services four winches and sews custom lee cloths while repairing a transmission in the boatyard.17 May 2026 · Stuart, United States

Published17 May 2026

Duration18:48

Views6K

LocationStuart, United States

Boatyard Blues: Redesigning our Anchor System & Servicing our Outboard Engine (ep. 8)The crew repairs a windlass solenoid box and services a Yamaha outboard while stuck in a boatyard.10 May 2026 · Polk County, United States

Published10 May 2026

Duration24:11

Views8K

LocationPolk County, United States

From Beginner Sailors to Solo: Our Final ICW Push (ep. 7)A novice crew completes a 500-nautical-mile training passage from Saint Petersburg to Stuart, Florida, aboard their sailboat.3 May 2026 · Martin County, United States

Published3 May 2026

Duration28:32

Views8K

LocationMartin County, United States

We Sailed 30 hours to Beat a Storm from the Florida Keys to the ICW (ep. 6)A sailboat crew navigates engine failure and a broken windlass while racing a nor'easter toward the ICW.26 Apr 2026 · Monroe County, United States

Published26 Apr 2026

Duration25:02

Views10K

LocationMonroe County, United States

Our first night at anchor and THIS happens?! Sailing in Dry Tortuga & Key West (ep 5)A dragging vessel nearly strikes a sailboat in Key West, forcing an emergency re-anchoring with a malfunctioning windlass.19 Apr 2026 · Monroe County, United States

Published19 Apr 2026

Duration23:23

Views14K

LocationMonroe County, United States

Our first night sail did NOT go as planned... (ep. 4)A couple completes their first 150-nautical-mile overnight passage to Dry Tortugas while learning to manage autopilot.12 Apr 2026 · Florida, United States

Published12 Apr 2026

Duration17:50

Views11K

LocationFlorida, United States

Our First Time Leaving the Dock (ep. 3 Sailing to Venice)Novice sailors complete a 40-nautical-mile training passage from Saint Petersburg to Venice, Florida, with a professional captain.6 Apr 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Published6 Apr 2026

Duration22:28

Views14K

LocationSaint Petersburg, United States

We had 72 hours to fix our boat before our captain arrived (ep. 2)New owners troubleshoot propane, refrigeration, and electrical systems on a 30-year-old sailboat before an offshore passage.29 Mar 2026

Published29 Mar 2026

Duration24:06

Views10K

We're moving onto our sailboat (boat life ep.1)New owners prepare a 1995 Island Packet 40 for an offshore training passage from Saint Petersburg, Florida.22 Mar 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Published22 Mar 2026

Duration16:51

Views22K

LocationSaint Petersburg, United States

We bought a sailboat!Nick and Emma purchase a 1995 Island Packet 40 in Saint Petersburg, Florida, for future ocean cruising.15 Mar 2026 · Polk County, United States

Published15 Mar 2026

Duration12:12

Views34K

LocationPolk County, United States

Our Move Did NOT Go As Planned… (flying with our dog)A couple relocates from Hawaii to Florida, navigating airline pet-travel failures and planning to learn sailing.8 Mar 2026 · San Diego, United States

Published8 Mar 2026

Duration19:08

Views4K

LocationSan Diego, United States

letting go of the plan to chase the dream.Em and Nick sell their belongings and Tacoma truck to relocate from Oahu after losing their jobs.1 Mar 2026 · Pearl City, United States

Published1 Mar 2026

Duration9:26

Views4K

LocationPearl City, United States

Building Community on Oahu’s North Shore | Surf Days & ThanksgivingNick and Em host a Thanksgiving dinner for friends on Oahu’s North Shore during a major swell.17 Dec 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Published17 Dec 2025

Duration17:11

Views861

LocationWaiale‘e, United States

Life after Vanlife | how do we slow down?Em and Nick adjust to island life on the North Shore of Oahu after transitioning from van living.7 Nov 2025

Published7 Nov 2025

Duration16:54

Views1K

What it feels like to live on an island | a Cinematic Short from Oʻahu, HawaiʻiThe video consists entirely of song lyrics and provides no information about living on Oʻahu.20 Oct 2025 · Pearl City, United States

Published20 Oct 2025

Duration2:31

Views1K

LocationPearl City, United States

I built my dream van alone, with no experience | solo female van buildEm converted an empty cargo van into an off-grid home despite having no prior construction experience.7 Oct 2025

Published7 Oct 2025

Duration7:09

Views6K

Can Beginners Handle the Legendary Mamiya 7? (First Time Shooting Film)The Mamiya 7 rangefinder requires parallax compensation by shifting the composition slightly up and to the left.30 Aug 2025 · Cannon Beach, United States

Published30 Aug 2025

Duration9:33

Views2K

LocationCannon Beach, United States

Free diving, tattoos + our new apartment!! | O'ahu Vlogs ep. 3Freediving conditions at Sharks Cove on the North Shore of O'ahu improve during the summer months.26 Jul 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Published26 Jul 2025

Duration9:00

Views770

LocationWaiale‘e, United States

A Perfect Weekend on the North Shore of OahuKaena Point State Park on Oahu serves as a sanctuary for monk seals and nesting osprey chicks.11 May 2025 · Honolulu County, United States

Published11 May 2025

Duration15:50

Views2K

LocationHonolulu County, United States

Living on the North Shore of O'ahu | Our First Hawaii VlogNick and Em transition from van life to an apartment on the North Shore of O'ahu.27 Apr 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Published27 Apr 2025

Duration10:16

Views3K

LocationWaiale‘e, United States

Vanlife Q&A: The Build, The Lifestyle & What No One Talks AboutBuilding a custom Ford Transit van costs $70,000 to $80,000 and requires six months of full-time labor.12 Apr 2025 · Hawaiʻi County, United States

Published12 Apr 2025

Duration36:06

Views1K

LocationHawaiʻi County, United States

We quit vanlife to move halfway across the world.Em and Nick sold their self-built van after 40,000 miles to settle on the North Shore, Hawaii.5 Apr 2025 · San Diego, United States

Published5 Apr 2025

Duration12:04

Views3K

LocationSan Diego, United States

Going home | my solo trip back to Cape Cod, MAEm harvests quahogs and clams in Cape Cod while visiting family and preparing a vehicle for sale.24 Dec 2024 · Yarmouth, United States

Published24 Dec 2024

Duration15:38

Views2K

LocationYarmouth, United States

Our First Wildlife Photography Trip: Yellowstone Grizzlies!Nick and Em use a 200–600mm lens and 2X teleconverter to photograph grizzly bears near Yellowstone.17 Dec 2024 · Park County, United States

Published17 Dec 2024

Duration16:18

Views31K

LocationPark County, United States

Vansgiving Vlog | cooking a FEAST in our campervanNick and Em prepare a sides-only Thanksgiving feast for two inside their campervan’s limited kitchen space.8 Dec 2024

Published8 Dec 2024

Duration9:14

Views1K

Oregon's best kept secret: Central Oregon | Crater Lake National Park, Waterfalls & Hot SpringsNick and Em explore Crater Lake, Umpqua Hot Springs, and the Toketee Falls area in Central Oregon.1 Dec 2024 · Klamath County, United States

Published1 Dec 2024

Duration11:40

Views4K

LocationKlamath County, United States

Full Van Tour: Self-Converted Transit Van – Ultimate DIY Camper ConversionA 2018 Ford Transit conversion features a Cerbo GX electrical system, flat-mounted Starlink, and custom interior storage.24 Nov 2024

Published24 Nov 2024

Duration13:52

Views520K

Driving the ENTIRE Pacific Coast Highway in our van | Ultimate PCH Roadtrip ItineraryNick and Em drive a van 1,500 miles from San Diego to Seattle along the Pacific Coast Highway.6 Oct 2024

Published6 Oct 2024

Duration8:01

Views5K

The PERFECT National Park: Olympic (mountains, oceans, lakes & forests)Em and Nick visit Olympic National Park to experience mountains, oceans, forests, and lakes in one trip.15 Sept 2024 · Jefferson County, United States

Published15 Sept 2024

Duration10:29

Views2K

LocationJefferson County, United States

Mount Rainier National Park (wildflower season in Paradise & Mt Fremont Lookout in Sunrise)Nick and Em hike to the highest fire lookout in Mount Rainier National Park for the Perseid meteor shower.8 Sept 2024 · Pierce County, United States

Published8 Sept 2024

Duration9:34

Views2K

LocationPierce County, United States

Walking Among the GIANTS in Sequoia National ParkNick, Em, and Marley hike the three-mile Congress Trail in Sequoia National Park to photograph giant sequoias.1 Sept 2024 · Tulare County, United States

Published1 Sept 2024

Duration8:34

Views3K

LocationTulare County, United States

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