Thanks man! I wish I could invest in better equipment but while freediving you can't carry huge lights and housings. But the GoPro does pretty good! Cheers
Haha thanks man and how did you know! I replaced the ones that I gave away while in Bermuda. In all seriousness, I might have to work back up in Fort McMurray, Alberta again. Flying back and forth for work. 8 days on 6 days off. I'm working a 4/3 shift right now so it's pretty much the same but I'll be away longer. Not in stone yet but it's very possible. We'll see!
Thanks! I appreciate the comment. It's a fun pass time and having the family come along is a bonus. 🙂 My favorite trips are the ones in which they join
That vis is crazy! Dove last week in the Puget Sound with 2m vis. Kind of hard to get motivated and a little scary to dive when you can barely see the tips of your fins.
Yeah we got super lucky. The visibility is often good in the area due to all the current but I had never seen it this good. Bad visibility sucks but still beats staying dry! Agreed though, takes away from of the enjoyment for sure...
Looks like a great time man! You've got a beautiful family. I'm still gonna reach out on instagram once its set up. Taking off from here on the 10th of April. Cheers bro
Loving your videos, not a free diver, still hooked on the tank. But man you are inspiring. Love that you included you family. Way to go dad 👊🏼 What are you shooting you videos with? Camera? Light? Thanks for sharing
Great content! If you get a moment please can you explain more about the ocean and why it's seems unhealthy in that one spot, is it the fish farms causing issues etc?. It doesn't have to be in reply to this comment but for future content, if you could maybe show a healthy video clip and help educate more on your findings. Super cool to learn more about the ocean through your content, Keep up the good work!.
Great idea man, I edit the footage and add a voice over after. Sometimes I want to explain more than I do but I run out of time with the music/song/flow. It's probably not the most efficient way to edit but I'm an amateur and self taught haha. I'll make a video and go on a rant. Talk about what I see and my concerns/frustrations. Cheers man!
@@PNWSamson Like you I love the ocean, the more content thats out there the better!. Seeing hardly any life in that area is super concerning and i'm certainly intrigued to find out more to why. I'm certainly no marine biologist but maybe theres someone watching that is, please use your platform to reach out and maybe see if you could get some expert to come on your channel. I know it's maybe not your content style but you could do a live show or something, I think that would be great!. You have found your calling!
@@markcrowther7513 That's a great idea and I appreciate the kind words. I'll see what I can organize. I've thought about doing a live episode, but bringing on a guest would be cool too. Cheers man, at minimum I'll post a video of me ranting lol. I laugh but it's not funny. ☹️
@@PNWSamson Haha I understand, hoping to get back to the island either late this month or next. Wouldn't mind diving that breakwater in Tsawwassen sometime, I've only kayaked there.
Fabuuulous as always. Can you share if Brian has a channel to see about the documentary or his other cinematography videos? Hope y'all survived that storm prior few days...hope did not lose power nor the family on island in the case you maybe were on mainland. Did you hear about sea lion group breaking into another Tofino fish farm in last few days --now unhealthy farmed salmon out in 'general population'. I am so glad you continually bring awareness to the travesties 'we' as humans continually, and often all knowingly, plague all the environments around us. Not enough content creators do so and I think it is important. Plus when your kiddos are older they will watch your videos and learn from you. **Have you checked out website for 'the' Jackie Hildering 'The Marine Detective' . . . based NE Van Island...immense background. She has great blog with all the photos of various items found in 'our' Salish Sea etc. Maybe the 'worm' thing will be in there. Jasmine . . . you are 'the' bomdigity of mama's & great to see partnership thriving like this in this day n' age.
Thank you again for the wonderful comments, they mean a lot. My wife is great, can't be believe what she puts up with. All the hard work she does is definitely not unappreciated! And unfortunately I did hear about that... Everyone's response "we need to cull them" yet they fail to see the damage their own actions are causing. Basking sharks were once common in the Salish Sea until commercial fishermen killed them all as they were competition for fish. Literally just history repeating itself. The Herring fishery on the east coast just got shut down and you can't blame that on sea lion. Commerical fishing is the common denominator yet the industry is blind. Herring roe gets shipped to Japan and China while the herring gets turned into dog food and fish farm food. Meanwhile the backbone of the food chain is left in a critical state. Sickening... I hope there is a ocean for my kids to dive in while they are my age but I have my doubts. I hope things change one day but I get the feeling they won't in all our lifetime. Sad realities...
@@PNWSamson Yes great points and 'facts'. The sea lions are more so protected in this case as there was illegal killings in prior years by fish farms here in BC. They are being watched. They are positively ballerinas in the water and big slugs when beached. I have 'met' a cple in Tofino before in the water and it was more terrifying than sharks met in Australia, haha, Your wee kiddos are outstanding and I cannot imagine people not watching the full video just to see their reactions and faces, haha. Were you able to share if Brian has a channel or website etc?
@@abeach5420 Thanks! We love the little ones. Reef too! 🙂 I sent him a message and unfortunately he doesn't have a website but he said you can catch this video he made for free. He bought a sailboat and is on the island fixing it up. He mentioned TH-cam so stay turned for that! www.resiliencethefilm.com
@@PNWSamson Ohhhh fab tx. I luv when you guys mix video footage up between yaz if need to...or 'whomevvver' get the infamous OCTOPUS footage first, haha . Great group of peeps y'all are part of.
@@abeach5420 For sure! I think all ocean people are like minded. I haven't met a person I don't get along with while freediving yet! Brain also sent me this, a instagram he created for his boat project. He's on the island fixing up a sailboat he just purchased. Hopefully some epic trips this summer! instagram.com/sv.estera
Nice video I'm really enjoying watching it (not totally though it yet), that viz is really epic! The worm you saw is probably a nemertean, common name might be "six-lined ribbon worm".
The visibility was crazy man. Always good in the area but never seen it that good! Current cooperated too. Oh nice, I think you are right. Pretty neat eh? Never seen those before. Or I think I have but it never registered as something at the time. Never went in for a closure inspection that is.
@@PNWSamson When I was a tween I caught one down at Stanley Park. I had no idea what it was so showed it to a neighbour who was a biologist. Since then I've been somewhat aware of them.
@@PNWSamson Thanks. I've accumulated a few written references which make looking things up a lot easier. WWW is great but a book full of pictures really helps when your not sure what you are looking for.
It's a super nice spot! I'm gonna delete this comment. No hard feelings, I just don't like giving away specifics on locations. I'm sure people will figure it out of they wanted but I leave something for the imagination at least lol.
You got it man! The 24th. So nice! Took the ferry over from Tsawwassen tonight and unfortunately it was looking pretty brown/green again. That didn't last long haha. Oh well!
@@PNWSamson You really gotta checkout James Island pier man. I saw an old wooden boat that was sunk under the pier for the first time that day. I had no idea it even existed. Pretty crazy to think about what else is hidden there.
@@tannernabozniak5196 Yeah man I appreciate the Intel. I was thinking about driving there tomorrow but the winds looking strong again. Has it been cleaned out or do you think there are still some things to find?
@@PNWSamson There’s still some good stuff. Pieces of bottles and sometimes whole bottles are always getting washed up on shore. And I heard from another guy there’s a big pacific octopus out there too.
The kids are getting so big! You should bring the fam down to Lopez Island this Spring now that we all can travel again. The vis down here has been awesome. Let me know, we would love to have you. Shoot me an email.
That's amazing, thanks! I remember you had made that offer while we were in the hospital waiting for Zyah to be born. Crazy how time flies! So happy things are getting back to normal, long time coming. I'll shoot you a email, cheers!
Bit of cheap advice my 2 cents is the fact that you're saying all the stuff about humans there's nothing new for anybody we all know that there's more and more humans every day and there's gonna be until we're all gone one way or the other so what your basically doing is sort of ruining your videos.. Just my opinion but your videos would be a log better and enjoyable without that.
Thanks for the advice man. I guess what I see just angers me. People destroying amazing ecosystems out of greed. Hopefully by providing some images and explanations about the cause/effect our actions have it will make people think twice about their actions. At least that's my hope. I want people to enjoy my videos, but my ultimate goal is to spread awareness around conservation and fishing regulations/best practices. Hell, before I started diving I was pretty ignorant and clueless. My footprint has reduced 10 fold since I started diving. Will I reach everyone? No. And I don't expect too. But hopefully some will get the picture. The fact that we don't kill sea otter anymore for fur pelts shows you that humans have the potential to change.
@@tedhaze1 Thanks bro. I try and keep things positive for the most part but the odd time reality hits me like a ton of bricks. Your right though, humans are pretty much doomed. All I'm doing is sitting in a puddle of self pity. It's sad but I realize it's true.
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First video I have watched of yours.
Truly so sweet and fantastic.
Love what you and your family are about.
💯👍🙏🏼❤️
Thanks! It's been a fun journey! Happy that you're enjoying the videos. 🙂
Great video man. I have been watching your channel for a bit now. This one was epic.
Cheers man! That was a fun one. The visibility was crazy good that day. Thanks for the comment/support man!
Great video. Glad the visibility was so clear, its great for us viewers to see as you showcase our beautiful Pacific coast waters…
Thanks man! I wish I could invest in better equipment but while freediving you can't carry huge lights and housings. But the GoPro does pretty good! Cheers
One of your best videos, and that's saying something!! I bet the changes is you got some new fins. Don't worry, we can cope.
Haha thanks man and how did you know! I replaced the ones that I gave away while in Bermuda. In all seriousness, I might have to work back up in Fort McMurray, Alberta again. Flying back and forth for work. 8 days on 6 days off. I'm working a 4/3 shift right now so it's pretty much the same but I'll be away longer. Not in stone yet but it's very possible. We'll see!
Lovely adventures
Awesome totally great fun watching you guys dive and seeing your family flourish
Beauty Chris
Thanks! I appreciate the comment. It's a fun pass time and having the family come along is a bonus. 🙂 My favorite trips are the ones in which they join
Watched till the end bro! Jas dwn the slide was too funny! Looked like an old school cartoon clip... 😂😂
Thanks man! And yeah true! You guys need to check that spot too!
That vis is crazy! Dove last week in the Puget Sound with 2m vis. Kind of hard to get motivated and a little scary to dive when you can barely see the tips of your fins.
Yeah we got super lucky. The visibility is often good in the area due to all the current but I had never seen it this good. Bad visibility sucks but still beats staying dry! Agreed though, takes away from of the enjoyment for sure...
Looks like a great time man! You've got a beautiful family. I'm still gonna reach out on instagram once its set up. Taking off from here on the 10th of April. Cheers bro
Thanks bro and sounds good to me. Cheers man!
What a great video, thank you!
Thanks bro! Happy you liked it.
Your daughter really didn't want to wake up, haha. That was funny. Mike.
Haha yeah, took a while even after I was done filming. Long day for her!!
Loving your videos, not a free diver, still hooked on the tank. But man you are inspiring. Love that you included you family. Way to go dad 👊🏼
What are you shooting you videos with? Camera? Light?
Thanks for sharing
Thanks dude! I love watching a lot of different ocean content. Scuba diving included. I film with a GoPro 9 and for a light I use the green sea 2500.
Great content! If you get a moment please can you explain more about the ocean and why it's seems unhealthy in that one spot, is it the fish farms causing issues etc?. It doesn't have to be in reply to this comment but for future content, if you could maybe show a healthy video clip and help educate more on your findings. Super cool to learn more about the ocean through your content, Keep up the good work!.
Great idea man, I edit the footage and add a voice over after. Sometimes I want to explain more than I do but I run out of time with the music/song/flow. It's probably not the most efficient way to edit but I'm an amateur and self taught haha. I'll make a video and go on a rant. Talk about what I see and my concerns/frustrations. Cheers man!
@@PNWSamson Like you I love the ocean, the more content thats out there the better!. Seeing hardly any life in that area is super concerning and i'm certainly intrigued to find out more to why. I'm certainly no marine biologist but maybe theres someone watching that is, please use your platform to reach out and maybe see if you could get some expert to come on your channel. I know it's maybe not your content style but you could do a live show or something, I think that would be great!. You have found your calling!
@@markcrowther7513 That's a great idea and I appreciate the kind words. I'll see what I can organize. I've thought about doing a live episode, but bringing on a guest would be cool too. Cheers man, at minimum I'll post a video of me ranting lol. I laugh but it's not funny. ☹️
very good brother, the videos are so top, my Brazilian friend will subscribe to your channel too!
Thanks man! Super cool to know people are watching from other parts of the world. Find that hard to believe. Appreciate it bro!
It's mildly painful going near water now and finding good vis without gear and a buddy lol Fun family adventure, great video.
Thanks! And it's super painful. Gut wrenching haha. I can't complain though. Even if I did, no one would listen. Let's dive soon!
@@PNWSamson Haha I understand, hoping to get back to the island either late this month or next. Wouldn't mind diving that breakwater in Tsawwassen sometime, I've only kayaked there.
@@heathergodbout4611 it's awesome. Swim able too! Not to far. If I have room, feel free to crash!
The first 14 seconds describe me!
Haha yeah man, I have one of those personalities.
Fabuuulous as always. Can you share if Brian has a channel to see about the documentary or his other cinematography videos? Hope y'all survived that storm prior few days...hope did not lose power nor the family on island in the case you maybe were on mainland. Did you hear about sea lion group breaking into another Tofino fish farm in last few days --now unhealthy farmed salmon out in 'general population'.
I am so glad you continually bring awareness to the travesties 'we' as humans continually, and often all knowingly, plague all the environments around us. Not enough content creators do so and I think it is important. Plus when your kiddos are older they will watch your videos and learn from you.
**Have you checked out website for 'the' Jackie Hildering 'The Marine Detective' . . . based NE Van Island...immense background. She has great blog with all the photos of various items found in 'our' Salish Sea etc. Maybe the 'worm' thing will be in there.
Jasmine . . . you are 'the' bomdigity of mama's & great to see partnership thriving like this in this day n' age.
Thank you again for the wonderful comments, they mean a lot. My wife is great, can't be believe what she puts up with. All the hard work she does is definitely not unappreciated! And unfortunately I did hear about that... Everyone's response "we need to cull them" yet they fail to see the damage their own actions are causing. Basking sharks were once common in the Salish Sea until commercial fishermen killed them all as they were competition for fish. Literally just history repeating itself. The Herring fishery on the east coast just got shut down and you can't blame that on sea lion. Commerical fishing is the common denominator yet the industry is blind. Herring roe gets shipped to Japan and China while the herring gets turned into dog food and fish farm food. Meanwhile the backbone of the food chain is left in a critical state. Sickening... I hope there is a ocean for my kids to dive in while they are my age but I have my doubts. I hope things change one day but I get the feeling they won't in all our lifetime. Sad realities...
@@PNWSamson Yes great points and 'facts'. The sea lions are more so protected in this case as there was illegal killings in prior years by fish
farms here in BC. They are being watched. They are positively ballerinas in the water and big slugs when beached. I have 'met' a cple in Tofino before in the water and it was more terrifying than sharks met in Australia, haha, Your wee kiddos are outstanding and I cannot imagine people not watching the full video just to see their reactions and faces, haha. Were you able to share if Brian has a channel or website etc?
@@abeach5420 Thanks! We love the little ones. Reef too! 🙂 I sent him a message and unfortunately he doesn't have a website but he said you can catch this video he made for free. He bought a sailboat and is on the island fixing it up. He mentioned TH-cam so stay turned for that! www.resiliencethefilm.com
@@PNWSamson Ohhhh fab tx. I luv when you guys mix video footage up between yaz if need to...or 'whomevvver' get the infamous OCTOPUS footage first, haha . Great group of peeps y'all are part of.
@@abeach5420 For sure! I think all ocean people are like minded. I haven't met a person I don't get along with while freediving yet! Brain also sent me this, a instagram he created for his boat project. He's on the island fixing up a sailboat he just purchased. Hopefully some epic trips this summer! instagram.com/sv.estera
Nice video I'm really enjoying watching it (not totally though it yet), that viz is really epic! The worm you saw is probably a nemertean, common name might be "six-lined ribbon worm".
The visibility was crazy man. Always good in the area but never seen it that good! Current cooperated too. Oh nice, I think you are right. Pretty neat eh? Never seen those before. Or I think I have but it never registered as something at the time. Never went in for a closure inspection that is.
@@PNWSamson When I was a tween I caught one down at Stanley Park. I had no idea what it was so showed it to a neighbour who was a biologist. Since then I've been somewhat aware of them.
@@emeraldsky8009 cool man, how did it taste? Jk. Your a Pacific ocean encyclopedia my friend!
@@PNWSamson Thanks. I've accumulated a few written references which make looking things up a lot easier. WWW is great but a book full of pictures really helps when your not sure what you are looking for.
@@emeraldsky8009 went to chapters today and spend $70 on some PNW marine identification books. Thanks for the motivation!
I love Browns Bay.
It's a super nice spot! I'm gonna delete this comment. No hard feelings, I just don't like giving away specifics on locations. I'm sure people will figure it out of they wanted but I leave something for the imagination at least lol.
Was this March 24? I was down at James Island pier and the water was crystal clear. It was unbelievable
You got it man! The 24th. So nice! Took the ferry over from Tsawwassen tonight and unfortunately it was looking pretty brown/green again. That didn't last long haha. Oh well!
@@PNWSamson You really gotta checkout James Island pier man. I saw an old wooden boat that was sunk under the pier for the first time that day. I had no idea it even existed. Pretty crazy to think about what else is hidden there.
@@tannernabozniak5196 Yeah man I appreciate the Intel. I was thinking about driving there tomorrow but the winds looking strong again. Has it been cleaned out or do you think there are still some things to find?
@@PNWSamson There’s still some good stuff. Pieces of bottles and sometimes whole bottles are always getting washed up on shore. And I heard from another guy there’s a big pacific octopus out there too.
@@PNWSamson Here’s a link to a dive video at the spot a few years back.
th-cam.com/video/EQynZR8mF_g/w-d-xo.html
The kids are getting so big! You should bring the fam down to Lopez Island this Spring now that we all can travel again. The vis down here has been awesome. Let me know, we would love to have you. Shoot me an email.
That's amazing, thanks! I remember you had made that offer while we were in the hospital waiting for Zyah to be born. Crazy how time flies! So happy things are getting back to normal, long time coming. I'll shoot you a email, cheers!
i was in the water yesterday on the break water in victoria at 1pm
Such an awesome spot. How was the visibility?
@@PNWSamson very good ! Like you said .
You have to dive in Brazil with us , there are many good fish , check out our channel there
I'd love to man! My cousin is living there at the moment. Would be a dream to visit your country. What's the TH-cam channel name I'll check it!?
hit me up next time you go to victoria !!
Will do! Hopefully sooner than later!
@@PNWSamson that would be epic !
How do you like using a neck weight? I've never tried one.
I like it man! Definitely trips you out nicely underwater. I'd recommend.
British Columbia has some great diving places but they are not the warmest and like all places, they are becoming more polluted... a shame.
Agreed. Most people don't see the damage that's being done. Out of sight, out of mind. It's very depressing. Gotta enjoy it while it's lasts I guess!
Note to you.. must take babies when they’re tall enough!
For sure!! I can't wait until they jump in with me. For now, the pool will have to do!
Bit of cheap advice my 2 cents is the fact that you're saying all the stuff about humans there's nothing new for anybody we all know that there's more and more humans every day and there's gonna be until we're all gone one way or the other so what your basically doing is sort of ruining your videos.. Just my opinion but your videos would be a log better and enjoyable without that.
Thanks for the advice man. I guess what I see just angers me. People destroying amazing ecosystems out of greed. Hopefully by providing some images and explanations about the cause/effect our actions have it will make people think twice about their actions. At least that's my hope. I want people to enjoy my videos, but my ultimate goal is to spread awareness around conservation and fishing regulations/best practices. Hell, before I started diving I was pretty ignorant and clueless. My footprint has reduced 10 fold since I started diving. Will I reach everyone? No. And I don't expect too. But hopefully some will get the picture. The fact that we don't kill sea otter anymore for fur pelts shows you that humans have the potential to change.
@@PNWSamson Either way you're doing an incredible job at what you do.
@@tedhaze1 Thanks bro. I try and keep things positive for the most part but the odd time reality hits me like a ton of bricks. Your right though, humans are pretty much doomed. All I'm doing is sitting in a puddle of self pity. It's sad but I realize it's true.