EXPLORING Fort Jefferson in the DRY TORTUGAS on a 42' Freeman Boatworks

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  • @cobia1794
    @cobia1794 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Never saw this on any vid, just want to say thanks for taking me along!

  • @maybee...
    @maybee... 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have learned so much watching your video's along with Bluegabe and Deermeat / Deermom.
    I thank you all for sharing your beautiful lives!

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Appreciate it 👊🏻

    • @stevensaxon8888
      @stevensaxon8888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@StanzFam did you see a yacht named wheels? And it's sport fishing yacht reel wheels?

  • @erikwantuck2831
    @erikwantuck2831 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Family and friends!!! Isn't that what it is all about? Absolutely!!! Awesome show once again. Thank you

  • @Bob_s-g2w
    @Bob_s-g2w 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow a very long day the kids will never forget awesome thanks

  • @garcalej
    @garcalej 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember camping there a few days as a kid, back in the 90s. Summer camp. We kayaked and snorkeled like crazy and went to the fort every chance we got, cause it was the only place on the whole blessed island that had a drinking fountain. At night, we'd stargaze and watch glowing waves of florescent hit the outer moat. It felt like the edge of the world. It was......magical.
    Thanks for sharing this. You can take the boy out of Florida, but you can never really take the Florida out of the boy. I should go again someday, while its still pristine.

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like an awesome time! Thanks for sharing 🙌🏻

  • @samnorman5594
    @samnorman5594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nic, thank you for the tour of Fort Jefferson. Tell Brad thank you for the bout ride, without you guys I would have never gotten to visit this place or ride on a 42 ft boat. Take care my friend. God bless you and your family.

  • @andynyman1730
    @andynyman1730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Was there about 1986. On the winter queen party boat I would highly recommend anybody to take this trip it is a wonderful piece of history. Thanks Nick for old memories.

  • @johnmarshall8175
    @johnmarshall8175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sadie is a adult in a Babies body...she dosent do baby talk and i bet she super clever and intelligent when she gets older..she's so adorable she steals the show....
    Enjoying this video and the American History lesson....thank you..

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching!

  • @adamsadventures9919
    @adamsadventures9919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can’t get over that Freeman 42. It’s so badass! Great video as always. Thanks!

  • @garytoro2
    @garytoro2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed that flashback. I was there a few times some years back. Great video and nice family. Thanks👍

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Gary : )

  • @cowgirlsuzie1
    @cowgirlsuzie1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My oh my! Love watching your videos! Living in the Keys is always an adventure! Y’all are amazing love the family videos! And of course the fishing videos! Freeman looks awesome! Fish on!!!

  • @208miuwu
    @208miuwu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That what makes family adventures. God bless and stay safe.

  • @berlin9towne485
    @berlin9towne485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing that trip. Makes me want to have the go down and look at Fort Jefferson

  • @andreawatkins2782
    @andreawatkins2782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Seems like the perfect way to spend the day out with the family, and still feel covid safe. That is a really neat place thanks for sharing.

  • @danieloliva3752
    @danieloliva3752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Capt I cant tell you how 15 secs innit see the kids sitting on the boat taking part on these adventures . As a boater that has raised 4 kids on the water and any adventures to ft Jefferson I love to see you involving the early. 👍👍

  • @kirksebts
    @kirksebts 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Being from SC, I had never heard of the Dry Tortugas & Ft.Jeff, Had it not been for this video I would have missed out on a piece of history!!! Thanks for the Video @StanzFam!

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for watching 👊🏻

    • @jcappstore12345
      @jcappstore12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There are flights and a ferry to the island from Key West.

  • @LIDigga
    @LIDigga 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yup Capt really enjoyed this video.What a beautiful place...I can't believe where u grew up...You are living the dream Nick👍

  • @cynthialeonard8424
    @cynthialeonard8424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thats a fine looking boat, and enjoyed watching yall have a great day out with family and friends.
    Thanks so very much for sharing it with us.

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Cynthia! Appreciate the comment

  • @jveronica1729
    @jveronica1729 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for sharing your boat trip. I will be there to see it myself one day

  • @ericl452
    @ericl452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My youngest son and I camped in the island for three days a couple of years ago. It was a great experience.

  • @suepersaud5399
    @suepersaud5399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My family and I love watching your videos

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Appreciate it 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @englishpope1664
    @englishpope1664 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Family time is always the best time. Way to go Stanzfam and keep up the awesome youtube videos.

  • @dannyp4959
    @dannyp4959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was great! Sadie is super cute... I will make it out there to the Dry Tortugas someday. I heard the fishing aroud there is great too!

  • @williammathews6603
    @williammathews6603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    outstanding vid nic,oh da boat not bad either,42 freeman SWEET!you guys rock,yall stay safe.

  • @amandasummerville5411
    @amandasummerville5411 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice ride, I'm enjoying seeing some of the landmarks, it's been a while since I've been down you're way so reaquainting myself with the landmarks is nice. Florida Keys is truly a gift from heaven and I am so glad that the people that have made the area their home take it serious. Lots of history there, and it still feels like you're going back in time when you travel US 1 to get to Key West. I enjoyed the 150 miles in its entirety.

  • @joeymuhleisen1759
    @joeymuhleisen1759 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you stanzfam for motivating me to get out on the boat and have fun Your videos are always a blast to watch. Can’t wait to get to the keys and meet you guys.

  • @Master69Draco
    @Master69Draco 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and defiantly on the bucket list now. Thanks Capt. Nick

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Hope you make it down there and check it out

  • @walldog1457
    @walldog1457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the tour,like i always say learn SOMETHING new in your vids. The 42 is huge. Your 37 is 5 less but less is more Captain. Your needs are meet and 5 feet less to worry about. Lol...😎😎

  • @karlbork6039
    @karlbork6039 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much. This is awesome. Like being there.

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching

  • @mrdiazjr27
    @mrdiazjr27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing video scenery I was amazing that boat is beautiful as well.. you guys hardly moved on the way out super smooth..

  • @paulmitchell6513
    @paulmitchell6513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great family video it was different but a good different always nice to see the kids out enjoying the outdoors 👍👍👍👍👍.

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks 👊🏻👍🏻

  • @leisurexs2844
    @leisurexs2844 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the 37 freeman but that 42 is just a dream to own, great video

  • @scottdehooghe2333
    @scottdehooghe2333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Captain. I spend a lot of time on the same waters with you. Im a subscriber and truly enjoy your videos. This is the first time I have ever been compelled to post a comment. Put preservers on those kids. Your comfort on the water is obvious, but things happen fast out there, especially on a Freeman. Your a great dad and like it or not, your looked up to by the public. Set the example. Don’t be another sad story on the water.

  • @Docdug
    @Docdug 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A visit to The Dry Tortuga’s is on my bucket list. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
    Cheers
    Doc

  • @faraz1206
    @faraz1206 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the tour, im thinking to visit the keys in December and definitely check Fort Jefferson out

  • @sylviajohnson328
    @sylviajohnson328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video! Thanks for taking me along. Recently visited Key West but due to Covid restrictions we were unable to book a trip to the Dry Tortugas during our stay. On the list for next visit!

  • @paulmarcus2980
    @paulmarcus2980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been waiting on your upload all day!! Love your show here in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC!!

  • @Chris-fo8wp
    @Chris-fo8wp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An amazing place that very few people get to see, on of the real treasures of Florida!!!
    The largest masonry structure in the Western Hemisphere....

  • @urmama9845
    @urmama9845 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful boat..

  • @adamrichardson6918
    @adamrichardson6918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    taking our slow boat....(Glacier Bay 26') to DT next week. looking forward to it. We're out of Cape Coral. We are doing Key West first. Great Video!

  • @mercurygm
    @mercurygm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had a greast trip there in 2018. Wife and kids loved it. Nice snapper all over the fort, big lobster, and plenty of sharks. Was a great day trip. You guys looked like you enjoyed it as well.

  • @jasonmcbride2111
    @jasonmcbride2111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an awesome place to see . Thanks for sharing, I’m sure a lot of us would never see that place in person. Stay Safe & God Bless ..

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting 👊🏻👊🏻

  • @matt7401
    @matt7401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for taking us along on this trip. Your videos have come a long way. Just blew a rod on an old Mercury 200 hp 2 stroke. My boating days are on hold for awhile

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Good luck with the motor

  • @rosspittman6556
    @rosspittman6556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great way to spend some really good family time.

  • @johnspooner4128
    @johnspooner4128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was always curious about that place, great video and now I know what to expect, those paths with a straight drop are kind of freaky! Good job Thanks!!!

  • @respectrum44
    @respectrum44 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don't typically leave negative comments, So here it goes. You have young toddlers on the boat without PFDs while underway. Your boat is beautiful and very fast. It only takes a second for things to go very wrong.

  • @joshbennett6534
    @joshbennett6534 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Cole's mom is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!!!!

    • @miamiwax5504
      @miamiwax5504 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @James Mara you ain't seeing less than an 8 on a boat like that

  • @johnpower8356
    @johnpower8356 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite runs, that and Cuba I actually covered both places in one long trip, trip of a lifetime, my 1st trip to Cuba was imitating but done, ft Jefferson is gorgeous I leave from KW and 4 hours for me I love that whole lower keys area planning a marquesses o/night fishing trip soon, love these videos

  • @toddgardner8449
    @toddgardner8449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Had our boat in Marathon for mini season 2 years ago but took the seaplane to Dry Tortugas for a day trip. What a great experience!

    • @vlatter9537
      @vlatter9537 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you know If there are any unknown islands further out from Fort Jefferson by any chance ?

    • @toddgardner8449
      @toddgardner8449 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vlatter9537 I think Loggerhead is the farthest out which you can actually kayak over to from Ft Jefferson although it’s a bit away.

    • @toddgardner8449
      @toddgardner8449 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s not unknown, but is the farthest in the US.

  • @tomlawson5655
    @tomlawson5655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great video. A nice departure from your usual. You certainly live in beautiful part of the world. It would have been nice if you gave us some history of the fort. When and why it was built. Keep up the good work.

  • @jennymorrison6193
    @jennymorrison6193 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that view was amazing

  • @getnautical9579
    @getnautical9579 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    if kids always knew how great they have it. try to remind mine same thing all the time. boats, beach, exploring. wish i had all that when i was a tot

  • @emrysplane7354
    @emrysplane7354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awsom video mate . What a amazing place . I would love to head over there one day .

  • @tommymiller6531
    @tommymiller6531 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love all of your video's keep them coming

  • @captainkhakis9826
    @captainkhakis9826 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Went to ft Jefferson a few years back. Awesome place. Going back in November

  • @alexbordelon7627
    @alexbordelon7627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video makes me wanna go visit fort Jefferson

  • @joshkelley8102
    @joshkelley8102 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Damn good video loved the views made me write this place down for a bucket list exploring destination some day

  • @MilledSteel
    @MilledSteel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was pretty cool, never heard of that place

  • @camarojay7027
    @camarojay7027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing video brother ! We were in Islamorada for 4th of July. Water is just beautiful!

  • @belindaenriquez9592
    @belindaenriquez9592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video thanks for sharing 🤙

  • @JonasTroyer
    @JonasTroyer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was awesome! And what a cool boat too! Thanks for “the ride”!!

  • @9929kingfish
    @9929kingfish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re living the dream Captain.

  • @josephpecoul6532
    @josephpecoul6532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great time perhaps one day i will see the fort

  • @albertsylvester2981
    @albertsylvester2981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LIKE it Nike i Love it what are beautiful places bro enjoy life with your beautiful family and friends and see you on the next one love you saint Lucia rasta peace out

  • @annedavis5744
    @annedavis5744 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, that was a nice trip with family and friends. Hope to make it there one day. Also, NICE boat.

  • @Lab-Rat
    @Lab-Rat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was fun thanks

  • @gRosh08
    @gRosh08 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fun for the whole family!

  • @jtoledo325
    @jtoledo325 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's some rocketship 👌

  • @sawyerfishes2380
    @sawyerfishes2380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    congrats on the BABY!!!! btw love the vids

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

  • @SimonKilby
    @SimonKilby 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Fort Jefferson is a massive but unfinished coastal fortress. It is the largest brick masonry structure in the Americas, and is composed of over 16 million bricks.

    • @robertwessells1850
      @robertwessells1850 ปีที่แล้ว

      As a brick mason I appreciate this fact. That's crazy! I want to check it out.

  • @elforasterodelasierra5535
    @elforasterodelasierra5535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that’s an awesome boat

  • @joemonroe9402
    @joemonroe9402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In 2001,was there snorkeling..a young girl drowned...i was the one who found her floating...it was very hard to deal with...have not been back since,i injoy your videos so much...such a beautiful place...ole fla boy here...peace ..😎

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that 🙏🏻

  • @jcappstore12345
    @jcappstore12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That bridge in Bahia Honda is the last piece of the Flagler railroad.

  • @CL-gq3no
    @CL-gq3no 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is a very large crocodile in that moat. It hangs out in a culvert like passage most of the time, but occasionally it comes out in the open.

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I heard there used to be one there. It may have moved or been relocated from what I understand

  • @pahanin2480
    @pahanin2480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks amazing. However in contrast, here in the north woods its gets just as amazing because we have as many bars as people and plenty of walleyes.

  • @bobpatterson5402
    @bobpatterson5402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video1

  • @GS-kx1ys
    @GS-kx1ys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cool trip!

  • @nataliehines38
    @nataliehines38 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love to watch u guys 👍🏽

  • @dvlsnare1
    @dvlsnare1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cole had it right Nick! You should say Splash (instrad of smash) that like button!

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  ปีที่แล้ว

      🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @ritchiehostetter8232
    @ritchiehostetter8232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video 👌

  • @sterlinghousewashpressurew9594
    @sterlinghousewashpressurew9594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video

  • @psbnighthawk6676
    @psbnighthawk6676 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haven't been to Dry Tortugas in 5.5 years. Saw a big salt water croc in the moat when I was there.

  • @forestrot666
    @forestrot666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I lived off the east coast on a super nice boat,I would visit at least once a year just to camp..in the winter. Gives me heavy pirate vibes but the ecology must be awesome.

  • @islandaerial3414
    @islandaerial3414 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great history tour, thanks!
    What's up with the Mercs?
    Guessing 'only' $7,000 in fuel. Nice...
    NO downriggers???
    Stan's wife: Get that fcukn thing outa' my face! LoL
    PLEASE keep your kids safe!

  • @littlemiamijeff
    @littlemiamijeff 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That coral is beautiful. Sadie is fearless! Thx for another escape. 3rd retina surgery in 6 weeks Wednesday .

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good luck with the eye recovery

  • @jcdesignsandboat-works8290
    @jcdesignsandboat-works8290 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video capt’, this trip is on my bucket list! Sad, but true! Not sure why I haven’t made the voyage yet as I live in West Central Fl and have made many many trips to the middle grounds in my life! I will find myself down there soon though and would love for you to Capt’ the ride!!!🔥🔥🔥👊

  • @YourMom-su2eu
    @YourMom-su2eu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:13 she looks like she is being arrested lol. Nick I’m a big fan

  • @nldmaster
    @nldmaster 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You tease Cole in the most adult way. LOL

  • @zaneditslear
    @zaneditslear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are some huge bonefish out of those flats in the tortugas . Know from experience

  • @Rockfisher22
    @Rockfisher22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That a nice boat we have a 22 estern

  • @BRSP1022
    @BRSP1022 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much space on that boat.

  • @williamc.fetterjr9036
    @williamc.fetterjr9036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video

  • @battleflatsfishing6156
    @battleflatsfishing6156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw you at Bud N Marys the other day driving up to Sarasota

  • @rony9747
    @rony9747 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I splashed that like button!

  • @rhythmrecords4945
    @rhythmrecords4945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a beautiful boat so happy everyone enjoyed the trip 🙂

  • @joemoriel9626
    @joemoriel9626 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved it Thanx 👍

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching

  • @chrisfeleciano-ws1ze
    @chrisfeleciano-ws1ze 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Screw the dock you have that beautiful beach!! lol

  • @antoniomoton3988
    @antoniomoton3988 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative video

  • @markedwards1698
    @markedwards1698 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was watching the Outdoor Channel and I seen you with George poveromo you looked alot younger i love your videos

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool! Yes I did some shows with him years ago

  • @DavidWilliams-nl2lw
    @DavidWilliams-nl2lw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like Fort Sumter , down in South Carolina

    • @StanzFam
      @StanzFam  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍🏻