Responding to a Capsized Boat with the U.S. Coast Guard - Smarter Every Day 277
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Lovely. Always going to drop things to watch your videos.
@@smoketinytom You should probably invest in some steel toe boots. (Thanks!)
@@smartereveryday I see a lot of channels use the "don't miss notifications" reason for signing up to the email. Why not just tell people it makes you money? Which is fine, but let's keep it real here.
@@smartereveryday And make sure I'm not drinking when I read your comments! :D
@@DanFrederiksen2 You're off your meds and have an internet connection, again. Dan, we talked about this.
man this series is great. makes you respect a military branch that not a lot of people will even acknowledge.
They are armed forces, and thus military, but they are under DHS and not DOD.
@@usonumabeach300 im sorry can you explain what those acronyms are? I'm not familiar with them.
@@pcps3firstblood03 Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.
@@pcps3firstblood03 Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense. US Coast Guard used to be under the DoD, but after 9-11, the Dept. of Homeland Security was established and the Coast Guard was realigned under it.
@@MrT------5743 thank you!
That last clip is why you ALWAYS wear a life jacket on a small craft. Things happen way faster than you think, and you do not want to be making decisions in an emergency.
no body ever drowns when properly worn
Right. I know from experience. Bad stuff happens fast. And when I was in the water I wanted my life jacket worse than I wanted to be back in my boat. Having them "in the boat somewhere in case we get stopped" is not enough.
Especially when pregnant
Exactly
When I did water safety classes for adults I tried to emphasize that of course kids should always wear life jackets, but if the kid goes over you are going to turn around to find them, if you go over the kid might never get the boat back to you so if you don't have a life jacket that kid might be an orphan. Wear the jackets all the time.
More videos in Destin please Destin.
One would almost call it Dest-Inception
Destin is destined to make videos in Destin
I life in Destin it is amazing there
it is your... Destin-y ;)
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I love how you so delicately described why you didn't want to show a lot of what you filmed. Most people would be filming and posting that every where. Much respect to you for your respect for others.
this channel is not about drunk or stupid people - there are hundreds of those its about the US Coast Guard
@@kenwittlief255 I know. Thanks though.
I thought the same. Much appreciated. Class act. And I've seen lots of channels about other things, that start slipping in junk because it attracts eyeballs. It's tough to resist, because it works for boosting ad revenue.
100% agree, Destin doesn't SIMP because he has real content and doesn't need to.
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"In different states of mental awareness because of choices they had made" is one of the politest, most generous circumlocutions I have ever heard. You're a gentle genius😊
Thanks for teaching me my word of the day "circumlocution"! Adding that to the vocab vault
@@enthusia492 As an autodidact I am most gratified when someone can learn from me😊
@@enthusia492 I learned "circumlocution" and "euphemism" (had heard it but not really thought about it) both in etymology class long ago, etymology being more or less the study of meanings/origins of words. Circum = around (circle, circumference), I think "locu"(?) = to talk ("eloquent"). So it's to "talk around". I think Destin's phrase is also a euphemism (eu = good). If you get a good handle on etymology, you can figure out/remember a lot of words.
8:17 the sense of *URGENCY* the SECOND they heard 'no pulse' - truly grateful we have these guys whether we like them or not on weekends like this, they're ultimately here to keep you alive and able to see the next day... kudos to them, they truly are heroes on the water!
even if someone is perfectly fit, confident, current and fully equipped having the coast guard around is awesome, because they are there for "the others", that are lacking, like those guys with the rented jet skies. Until stuff happens and a captain realizes that their nutshell is floating in the middle of nowhere with a technical malfunction and needs saving. Ultimatly, is good to think about such a service in the common goal: No body wants to end up in a serious incident.
@@sarowie I never get the lack of appreciation or even respect for any service that is installed for the sole purpose of public safety. I see it like an airbag in my car. I never want to see that thing up close, but in some unexpected and highly unwanted case, it might be the thing I am grateful for when it was there. So thinking about it, I am glad it is there when I need it. And same with helping others in emergency situations, like that boater on the Adelaide (not sure if I got the name right) did. Not only while boating, but on the road in traffic or anywhere. I will go out and help someone, who for example got into an accident or is sufffering from a helath issue, just because I hope if I happen to need help, someone will do the same.
@@alexanderkupke920 It is the invasive 4th amendment breaking "safety" checks. The main purpose of the Coast Guard, Police, ... might be to proved emergency safety services, but when they have lots of down time and spend it being busy body hall monitors issuing citations that can cost you hundreds to thousands of dollars, it hurts the public relations.
@@barongerhardt We'd much rather write you a violation for not having safety gear, than have to recover you and your family's bodies.
@@barongerhardt boo-hoo, those safety checks are what keeps a stupid father endangering his 3 kids by not having life jackets on the boat.
Coast Guard always gets a lot of flak from other branches, but this series has really helped to break the misconceptions. Glad they are patrolling our waters.
All of the branches do that in peace time, it's just a thing. Everyone in service respects the coasties for what they do, period. A little ribbing now and again just happens. They are our last line of defense in the event of terrible things, but they're out there, every day, saving people and all service members know it.
YOOOO 13:52 that's my old lacrosse coach Jimmy! Glad to hear that nobody got hurt when their boat capsized. Dude's a legend.
"Hi, I'm Destin from Smarter Every Day, and I'm going to give you an appreciation for the things you overlooked in life" I love this channel so much, thank you for being a non-ironic enthusiastic person on this platform
The banter at 11:18 is so good. "Thanks for paying your taxes." 🤣
You forgot your boat! haha
@@TNels I hope they actually said that to the boat's owner when they reached him. Would've been some fun good-natured banter.
@@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 sometimes a good natured joke is a much better lesson then a harsh talk. Getting the shoes and hat back is a good one - it shows that the cost guard, real people, are out there that do not mind saving you, but also: that could all that there could have been to save and they are lucky, that they are just a small note in the annual report, not a "could not be saved".
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I've been living in destin for 6 years and work on the beach. Ive seen too many lives lost in that water. So I truly thank you for bringing awareness and safety to some of the dangers people may face.
Yooo same! Which beach you work?
So much content on YT I have to pre-watch for appropriateness before my little kiddos watch. But your clean, exciting, informative content is always kid-safe, dependably! Thank you, Destin!
just let them watch whatever they want. a filtered life is not an enjoyable life.
@@yammmit That really depends on the kid and their mental age. It's not good to over shelter a child because it's only a matter of time before they discover the things you're trying to protect them from whether you've prepared them for it or not. That said there's nothing wrong with keeping a young child from seeing things that are overtly violent or trying to limit how much bad language they hear (then repeat at the most inappropriate times). Once they're ready you start introducing more 'adult' topics but make it clear how you feel about such topics, what's appropriate, what's not. A lot of media glorifies alcohol, drugs, and violence and without guidance will lead children to becoming the worst types of adults. A lot of media is also bigoted and a good chunk of media pretends to be anti-bigotry while actually promoting a different type of bigotry. With few exceptions the goal of media (be it traditional news, web articles, scientific journals, or video services including TV, Movies, and KZhead) is to sell us something and making us emotional about things (especially if they can make us angry and/or scared) while conveniently hiding key details is extremely effective whether they're selling you a product or an idea (which will almost certainly lead to the sales of products that the media organization or it's constituents are invested in).
14:33 that's why you wear the lifejackets and make sure everybody is before you leave the dock... I have the same rule when I drive: "My car doesn't start and we don't leave until everyone has their belts on."
You will notice the coasties themselves or always wearing lifejackets for this reason.
My rule is "if you don't wanna wear a seatbelt, then be prepared to be turned into ground meat."
@@smartereveryday Destin, you voice dictating your comments, bud? 😆
"you couldn't get the lifejackets out quick enough"....Yeah, wear them
As with many things, risk profile is worth considering. Coast guards at least where I am also wear helmets all the time -- should we all be wearing helmets as well? The obvious answer is no. The coast guard wears them because the activities they undertake are by nature high risk, so safety equipment is necessary, just like life jackets. Generally speaking, recreational boating is generally a low risk activity, so its not always necessary to wear life jackets or helmets ALL the time. Sometimes it may be advisable, like in rough conditions or high risk watersports, but let's not all be ridiculous and suggest that life jackets should be worn by EVERYONE at ALL times in ALL circumstances within shouting distance of a boat. Its just not necessary.
How nice of them to name a coast guard station after him!
Destin is the name the city, no?
@@E_y_a_l destin is the name of the joke you just ruined. Lol
@@E_y_a_l a joke. They call them jokes. As in not serious. Jokes.
@@CrashRacknShoot A question, they call it a question, I wasn't sure so I've asked a question, do you know how a question mark looks like and what is its meaning?
Um, Destin Florida is Not a coast guard station, it's a state pal, that just happens to have a coast guard station there.
Destin in Destin made me giggle. We used to visit when we were stationed at Fort Rucker, AL and it took me back. It’s so great to see someone’s faith evident through their actions-I didn’t meet too many like him when I was studying engineering-SED sure is a blessing!!
Awesome to see this video right as I get out of boot camp! Your first video made me do some research and get in contact with a recruiter. And as of two days ago I'm finally a coastie!!
I am now stuck on a cutter oh god why have I done
Yes! Let's do Smarter Every Day deep dive on the Space Station where Destin goes to the Space Station personally.
Moon or Mars is more what i was hoping for…
@@baomao7243 Mars is possible, in 10-15 years maybe. A space station is much easier, not necessarily the ISS, a lot more are coming in this decade.
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But would it still be a deep dive? Soulds more like a long fall.
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Always excited for another smarter everyday video!
When's your next video RedKB?
I'm seeing cubers everywhere
Have you solved your collection yet?
Whoa, that's a name I haven't seen in a while! Your videos are how I learned to solve a Rubik's cube many years ago
The Cost Guard is a branch of the MILITARY so why are they "policing" civilians!!? That's against our constitution
Thank you, Destin, for shining a light on the many and varied things our Coast Guard does for us. Your enthusiasm really comes through, and your thoughtful approach to explaining everything is great. And, of course, a great big thanks to the men and women of the United States Coast Guard for doing all those things you do each and every day. God bless you Coasties!
Way to go, captain of the Adeline! So good to hear people looking out for each other, and avoided a potentially deadly situation. Love the video, Destin. I have been loving these documentary series you've been doing. The Tractor Pulls, Navy Submarines US Coast Guard, etc, are so good.
As a retired Coastie, I raise my glass Destin! To you and to the dedicated volunteers of the United States Coast Guard.
Raise your glass to which Destin?😏
Volunteers ?!?! No way they do that for free
@@lostmykeys85 They are paid a salary but each one of them still had to volunteer for the job. I am not military myself but I think that's how the saying goes.
@@MrJuanDover Coasties are military just like any other service, the pay grades are the same. They volunteered at the recruiting office and then became subject to the UCMJ like all other service members. The Coast Guard is "that small nucleus around which the Navy forms in times of war" and was established in 1790 by Alexander Hamilton. Tons of history behind the CG.
@@lostmykeys85 To be fair, they're not exactly getting rich off this, either.
Another series similar to this that I think would be really interesting is a deep dive on Cal Fire. Talk dispatch, engines, command, air attack, etc
My most sincere and heartfelt thanks to all members of the Coast Guard. Thank you for doing what you do.
hey Destin, what might be interesting to do a video on next is cargo ships, my guess is there is a lot more behind it then simply moving one thing from one place to another, Yes theory just was able to hitch hike a ship, so no doubt a video about how it works would be possible
My grandparents passed away last month and we used to visit them in Destin every summer. It's a strange nostalgia seeing a place I recognize so well from such a different perspective. Every experience I've had with the coast guard there around crab island has been super nice.
I love this series. So glad it’s not over.
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I love this specific series. My dad is ex-Coast Guard and to see these men and woman in action in ways my dad told stories about is so cool! I can't wait to see the next installment in this series.
@ 10:15 I love how everyone is bouncing around in the boat but the driver is just sitting there relaxed and chill as if he's on a stroll.
LIFE JACKETS - just imagine if people wore them when out on open water instead of storing them away. This is why the auto-inflate life vests are so popular now (among those smart enough to wear them); they don't restrict movement, are light and small until one needs it.
Thank you so much for making this series. These videos have helped me with the decision of enlisting in the Coast Guard. I've always wanted to serve, but there isn't a lot of information on the Coast Guard. Thank you for creating this series! Keep doing great things!
Good luck at cape may! See you in the fleet.
@@blubberdust Thanks man, I'm definitely ready to get to Cape May! Hopefully I see you in the fleet!
@@generalvestal1885 If you ship anytime soon, look out for SK1 Koerner, OS1 Santana, and AMT1 Haro. They were my Company Commanders. Try to be on your game in front of SK1 especially, he will hem you up. Know your general orders, scream your face off, move fast, and live, eat, breathe recruit comms.
just FYI if you care about money then the coast guard is the last branch to join. it's very difficult to rank up in the coast guard and takes quite a long time. you'll more than likely spend your first year or two on a cutter which sucks and the pay is low. it's a rad job though.
@@CRneu in general I'd agree, but it also depends on the rate you choose. If you go CS, you can make chief in like 6 or 7 years. Choose a critical rate and you'll fly, we're hurting for numbers like any other branch. And while it is a decent chance that you could be on a cutter for a couple years, it's not guaranteed at the moment. About half my graduating class got stations, it all comes down to the needs of the CG and we need quite a few in stations for some reason
I'm not even from USA. This video shows a lot about your country. It. Is. Beautiful! So much compassion, dedication, comradery it just made my Sunday better. Lots of love to all those people who care about the others. Peace.
You should do a video on the space shuttle
We've always had a boat of some kind and my dad was always super intense about making sure the boat was prepped. I learned at a young age a few things about boating: 1. Most boaters don't know nearly enough to be trusted to operate a water vessel 2. Coast Guard can and will just board you at any time and if you don't have what you need, you can get into a wide variety of trouble 3. People mix alcohol and boating and legit think that DUIs can't happen on water, until it does. Those guys flirted with disaster by not wearing the life jackets while fishing. It's just easier to invest in the auto-inflate ones that you barely feel wearing. Drowning is a terrible way to die.
Dangerous freedom is always more preferable.
Inflatable life jackets are awesome! Not in the way at all. Sometimes even forget to undress the life jacket on land. 😁
Hey Destin, I just want to say I'm really enjoying these deep dive series you've been doing, please keep it up. Single episode topics are fine and all but when you find a subject like the Coasties and the Subs that have a ton of stuff we don''t hear about, it really is worth it to dig deep like you've been doing. Thanks my dude!
Thank you for all the videos you post, Destin. I always get so much enjoyment out of each one! Been depressed lately and this one brought a little happiness back, even if it's entirely unrelated to what's going on in my life. I strive to live a life as genuine and kind as yours 💜
I love these deep dive series. Keep them coming man. I appreciate all the hard work you're putting in.
Yes, more coast guard. love the series!
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I really do appreciate these videos. Especially the ones that show the men and women that protect us civilians every day. Police. Fire. Hospital medical staff. Army. Navy. Air force. Marines. Coast guard. Firefighters. Etc. A lot of good people in this world.
Hope you’re doing well, Destin. Your cheerful demeanor and your love for other people is infectious and your videos always make my day better. You’re one of the few creators on this app who genuinely has touched my heart. Thank you for all of your hard work making these great educational videos. 💜
I cant believe they named the station and the town after you, how nice! 🤣
I actually think it was the other way around
@@benjaminbrown3939 nah.
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The foresight of your parents when they named you and the greatness you've become is unmatched. Thanks for sharing your adventures!!
Or maybe the city was named after Destin, by a time-travelling fan.
@@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 Maybe it was Destin himself.... 🤔
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My love for this channel grows with every video. Thank you for the research and explanations you give, Destin. I have learned so much from this channel and it truly inspires me. Your reach is profound and wholesome. What an amazing series, the folks from the Coast Guard make me feel safe as an American. I am glad we have them.
Love the series. Its fascinating to see the behind the scenes look at everything the Coast Guard does.
I was listening you your NDQ podcast where you briefly discuss yourself helping out a crew building irrigation pivots and I just want to say I am SO VERY EXCITED for that video to come one day. Keep it up!
these series are the best recruitment ads I have ever watched. in all seriousness great vids, brought back alot of memories from my service in the navy
Can't wait to watch it later with wife and daughter. Your videos are awesome and very educational
There is a "crab island" about every 30 miles along the FL coastline. It's always next to "beer can island". ha ha!! 😂
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I love your work, Destin. Thanks!!
Love the series so far Destin! Can’t wait to watch today’s episode 🙂
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'There were on your boat... That you also forgot' I SPAT OUT MY WATER, good lord these are some good lads. True heroes. And you Destin. You channel is truly a gift to humanity, thank you SO MUCH for everything you give to the public.
This is so good! Watched these through when they came out and am re-watching the series. Would love to see you get some of the cold weather Coast Guard activities in the winter on the Great Lakes added to this series. Cold weather rescues, ice breaking, etc. Great series! Keep them coming!
We need a series on aircraft carriers at some point
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Interesting and informative series, as a former Coastie.
Thank you for sharing these videos with us.
love this video. i’m a sailing instructor on the great lakes and teach small boats so we routinely capsize them as part of that. always a blast to have good samaritans call the coast guard while watching us capsize like 5-6 boats in the span of a couple minutes. they’re always laughing their asses off about it when they get there
This series is a weird one for me, because I had a bad experience with the coast guard when I was a kid. Was out with my dad and adult cousin in out 18ft skiff. We were "pulled over" by a coast guard boat in choppy water. They cited us for expired flares, which was fine, they were expired. But then, in their report that we received a copy of, they said that my dad was yelling and swearing at them, which could not have been farther from the truth. He was quiet, respectful, and honestly very scared (we were also drifting towards some rocks the whole time). The whole thing was performed in a very intimidating manner. This was in Alaska by the way, not somewhere with a smuggling problem or something. My dad took this pretty hard, and I've just never understood why they lied about it.
@TheDewok12, so this incident happened when you were a kid and do you feel better now? SMH
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@@mi4936 grow up! There are bad people in every occupation both government and private! One bad interaction doesn’t represent the entire organization!
why was your father upset?! He knows it wasnt him. The Coast Guard might stop and board 20 or 30 boats in one day - the boarding officer obviously got two people mixed up when he wrote up the reports later that night, or the next day. So what? Its not like your dad was arrested or charged so something he didnt do.
@@darrenlapierre6794 I agree with and see your point.
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I was JUST thinking about when the next video in this series would be uploaded. Perfect timing!
Love the video. Destin is a 2nd home to us and to see into the operation of the US Coast Guard station there was amazing! Thank you for that! Passed by that station so many times not realizing it was that active with that many Coastal Guatdsmen located there! Amazed they let you have that much access! Awesome!
Destin going to Destin, Florida. 😂
If you turn a boat upside down you can wear it as a hat, it's CAPsized
Great series. Love all the "fresh" haircuts and all the love and appreciation given to those that work to keep our coast lines secured and safe.
Thanks for this video. I have a crazy huge amount of respect for the work the coast guard do!
2:55 That split second Destin thought a tiny wooden desk with some drawers and a corkboard was the armory 😂
I mean, anything can be an armory if you store arms in it.
So you've done a ton of videos on various organizations and such from america but what's the chances you could do these types of videos about things from other countries. I'd love to see a more diverse bunch of videos with people from all around the globe and i think it would be good for everone to see things from other countries too
The boat that rescued the capsized vessel is the “Outta Line”, a local fishing charter boat run by Captain Trey Windes. He’s an excellent captain and an amazing fisherman. His father, Kelly Windes is a local legend here in Destin, FL.
I enjoy learning to be Smarter Everyday... I feel enriched . Thanks for your creative presentations .
Let’s take a moment to honor the men and women who rescue people and fight for our great country🇺🇸❤️
That ain’t cool they can board without cause.
There are only 2 outcomes when the Coast Guard decides to board your boat, either you let them inspect for safety gear (14 USC 89) or you decline and your trip gets terminated and you go back home.
Destin...love your channel and the series. When something happens to your car, you pull over and get out to deal with it. When something happens to your boat, well... you can't pull over...or get out (by choice). Many boaters don't have the respect for the hazards of the water (which this video shows can happen FAST). Fellow boaters and the Coast Guard become instant saviors when things go bad on the water. Those that serve in the Coast Guard quietly protect all of us that are privileged to be able to enjoy the water for our occupation or recreation. Thank you Coast Guard.
I once had the good fortune to get to know American Coast Guards stationed in Spain. A small base near the village of Estartit in northern Spain. So hello to Roger from Detroit, Rusty from Texas and Beaver from Colorado. Awesome memories guys. TY for looking after a green traveller.
I have learned so much about the Coast Guard through this series. Really hope to see more like it!
Love your channel that invites us in to your southern hospitality, by means of amazing topics you dissect with a brilliant and compassionate mindset.
Really resonate with how he explained the danger of currents. Out on the Pacific coast where I live, the undertow is very strong and rip currents claim tourists every year.
love this series thank you!
Love your content Destin, I always watch until the last seconds of the video and than pause. Tnx for al the reminders to read and stay educated!
Thank you for these videos! So clean and wholesome. Well made and edited. I always look forward to your videos!
I'm loving this look at the Coast Guard. I had no idea what they really did before. Thank you for helping to make me Smarter Every Day!
Honestly I found it impossible to not like this video. Confident and prepared people looking out for everyone, doing a great job and having fun doing it.
Thank you Destin for doing these videos. I appreciate you bringing my branch into the light and helping people understand exactly what we do out there and how we help the American public.
That's a great series! I started the first coast guard episode you did, and then had to watch each one back to back! Amazing videos!
Your videos and series are always so clean, friendly, educational, and courteous. Will forever be subscribed to SED
I work on boats in Stratford upon avon. Thank you for this series open ppls eyes to being water safe
love this coast guard series. i was almost in the USCG but life happened.
thank you for another feel-good video! they always make me smile while i learn something
Love this series. Thanks 🙂
I love everyone of your videos. I learn more about things I didn't know and even things I already knew about. Thank you for what you do.
Worked as a paramedic in Oklahoma County back in 2018-2021. Crab Island was a nightmare. Lived in Miramar Beach and loved every minute!
Destin's point about operating a vessel and not drinking alcohol couldn't be more spot on. Situations can change so fast just like the boat that sunk suddenly.
Destin. This is awesome. I have nothing but a smile on my face, for what you do. Especially for the cg. Please keep making me smarter.
50 years ago I had my 9th birthday on what I guess we call Crab Island today. We were the only boat there and there certainly wasn't a Coast Guard station anywhere nearby. We found a live conch... left it alone, of course. Used to see porpoises close to the pass all the time. I have great memories of water skiing in Rocky and Cinco bayous. And scary memories of almost getting capsized when we took our 24 foot wellcraft out the pass when the tides were exactly wrong. I spent a fair amount of time out on the gulf in small sails and not-quite-as-small ski-boats, not far from where that boat capsized. I get back to Destin / Ft. Walton every couple years and am always amazed by how it's grown. When I was a kid in the 70s, there was a Hardee's, a cinema out on Eglin parkway, the Gulfarium, a small dock in Destin, the Hawaii Kai and not much else. I remember when they built the Santa Rosa mall and we were SO excited. The place was like a magnet for local teens. Thx for the trip down memory lane. Also very cool to see the CG out doing their jobs. I have to think Destin is the type of assignment you get if you've done a good job (the same way that Dutch Harbor has to be punishment for messing up.)
I so admire and respect the people who dedicate their time and lives to keep the rest of us safe! 💖
Love learning with these sort of deep dive videos; keep up the amazing content.
Thank you for what you add to the world in these dark times. You're videos never fail to amaze me. You're attitude to learning always inspires me to go out and research about something I once would have never even thought about. Thank you
Man, the folks of the Coast Guard put in serious work every single day. They do NOT get the respect they deserve. I'm also glad that boaters look out for each other, help each other. Been in situations where a boater passing by helped out myself and hope to someday be able to pay that forward to someone else.
Excellent work!!! Stay Blessed!!!
The fact that you respected people’s privacy letting them have fun without jeopardizing someone’s life makes me a big fan of yours and my hats off to you. And while teaching us
This really brings me back, I was stationed at Eglin AFB right near there 15 years ago or so! I miss the area and can't wait to visit again one of these days. We would go out to Crab Island couple times a summer. Good times!