Exploring the Caledonian Canal - Inverness to Dochgarroch. Ep. 175.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ต.ค. 2021
- Join us as we embark on an amazing adventure, exploring the Caledonian Canal from Inverness to Banavie, near Fort William. We begin our journey by the Torvean and Tomnahurich Swing Bridges in Inverness and cruise to Dochgarroch Lock. Colin climbs Tomnahurich Hill to explore the cemetery and take in the magnificent views from the top, then walks to Ness Islands.
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Boat Tour, Boat Tour, Boatttttttttt, Tourrrrrrrrrr!!!!!! 😁
Also 00:12 Otis: Bloody hell this canals wide! Where does one pee, the nearest bush is half a mile off the starboard bow.
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You literally should have your own travel programme x you narrate so well, everything is shot to perfection and everything is so well researched. You 3 are a joy to watch x ❤ Thank you 😊
WOW! Thank you 🙏
Just adore watching you x ❤
Exactly what I think. If I could choose who my TV licence went to....
Couldn’t think of any better couple to show us the beauty of the Scottish waterways , don’t forget to wear the kilts in a few episodes lol, cheers from Australia
If I could afford one I'd get one 👍🏻😀
@@FoxesAfloat that’s why you go naked☀️
Love them to bits. But naked?
@@richard8503 Colin is a naturist.
@@FoxesAfloat Bet cha
Sorry Shaun. The "eye candy" is Otis looking so proud, almost like he's the real captain on this new adventure. Great vlog...beautiful music that matches the stunning scenery and informative commentary. Be sure to get some fish and chips...Scotland is the only place that knows how to cook up the tasty treat.
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Love your excitement!! Makes me feel like I'm there with you two!!! Give Otis a hug from me!❤️
So excited that you 3 are in Scotland. First thing that jumped out to me is the variety of boats on the canals. Reminds me of my childhood on lake Michigan, no 2 boats were alike. LOVE BRINING BACK THE OUT TAKES
Thank you, Scot. Sometimes we just leave the outtakes in the main video xx
Have you changed cameras? some of the footage doesn't look real? Rx
I thought that at the beginning lol they looked super imposed x
@@marnieenglish9400 I thought that too, but I think it’s the cameras depth of field adjustment that produces a very interesting result.
Sipping my Nespresso with my warm dog on my feet on the last Friday of October in Phoenix and watching your video for breakfast. I doesn't get any better.
Awesome 😎
Oh Boy! I am so happy to see more of your country from my land- locked Idaho! Had to laugh at Sean; No I'm not nervous steering this wide boat, I don't own it! Otis looks like he has his sea- legs back( sea-paws), and is so calm taking in the smells!
Thanks guys! 🎃
"Och hi the Noo"! OMG You guys are on an adventure of a lifetime and what a super boat! Shame you didn't give all a "Guided" tour ah well maybe next time? "Enjoy"
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Otis looks right at home on the cruiser. I’m looking forward to this journey.
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Like I said before my Dad lived in Scotland. He passed away April 2017. He was my everything. We used to go visit as often as we could and he would plan so much for us to do! Lol. He loved loch ness! He was also an ex navy man. He lived in Invergordon where all of the big boats and cruise liners would come in and we had many pictures of these as soon as they came in. He could actually see them from his kitchen window! We live in Norfolk so we would get the train to Inverness when going to see them and they would pick us up and we would drive the last leg to their home in Invergordon. When you said you were in Inverness the tears built up,. Happy tears. The memories that I’ve found hard to remember and feel. This is going to be a journey for me of memories and healing and releasing. The names of all of the places hit home. I can picture him saying them all. He loved the water. Life has a way of moving you forward doesn’t it. Everything happens for a reason. Much love to you both. 🙏🏼💕xx
It’s a beautiful country x
One of three Silver Foxes have gone, luckily the other 2 are still hosting. A red squirrel, brilliantly informative about the Caledonian canal, none of which I knew. What more could I ask for on a friday afternoon. I know it's a little early but have decided to take a wee dram to add to the atmosphere. Could be more than one.
Haha! Enjoy!
Brilliant chaps!
Thank you xx
I'm looking forward to your adventure on Loch Ness! Otis looks right at home on this boat, would like to see the inside if possible. Thanks again for bringing us along!
Go to their website to see inside 👍👍👍
Don't know why I'm surprised. BRILLIANT !!!
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WOW and WOW again. Such a wonderful place for a great adventure to begin. Much love from the USA.
Glad you enjoyed it
You're intro is the highest quality filming I've seen on TH-cam.
WOW. Thank you 🙏
So you sailed over the top of Scotland in the Navy?
In the navy
Yes, you can sail the seven seas
In the navy
Yes, you can put your mind at ease
In the navy
Come on people, fall an' make a stand
In the navy, in the navy
Can't you see we need a hand
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Captain Otis's new ship is very nice.......
Haha! He loves it 👍🏻
I have always wanted to see the Caledonian canal. For like 40 years. No one has ever done a TV show on it, so I'm truly excited for these next episodes. Thanks guys, show all the details.
Our pleasure!
RED SQUIRREL ! Don't see many of them down here in England. Poor buggers were chased out by the American Grey Squirrel.
Yeah, it’s a shame x
I miss seeing the red squirrels
How can anyone dislike you two or actually give thumbs down.
Good luck on your new adventures and enjoy. 👍👍👍
Thank you xxxxx
I can't travel, but I can sit back and enjoy your travels with my tea. Almost as good!
Cheers!
Perfect!
I have seen the “teaser” a few days ago…what a wonderful surprise…Scotland😍looking forward to Loch Ness and if possible maybe a glimpse inside of your temporary home. I’m not buying a boat or anything, just a star struck individual being nosy😂thank you
Susan
If you want to see inside, go to the Le Boat website xx
I think it is wonderful that you are going on an adventure, rather than moping until the new boat is ready or stewing about it! Thank you for taking us with! I've never been to Scotland, so this will be a treat for me!
I hope so!
Love the start of your new adventure.
Hard to put into words the joy and pleasure i find in watching your videos.
Long may they continue.
Cheers from Canada!
Thank you so much!
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️loved the vlog. What a great adventure
It's awesome xx
The quality of overall production of your videos are incredible....certainly up to BBC standards,and thats saying a lot! Thank you!!
Wow, thank you!
Ĺove it I did tour of Scotland in 1985 my mother was born in Fort William and I even went to the house she was born in. She died in 1972 I was age 11 years old she never got a chance to get back to Scotland I did it for her give Otis a hug and hugs to you both luv from New Zealand 😀😀😀😀👍👍👍👍👍🐶🐶🐶🐶
Sorry to hear that!
Fantastic views and great camera work Colin. Good to see Shaun with a wheel in his hands. Mascot Otis looking good, as usual. Strange seeing you both in such a wide boat. Have a great cruise. Take care stay safe and well. Regards Derek.
It's MacOtis, now they're in Scotland ;)
Thanks 👍
Welcome to Scotland. Welcome to my beautiful country.
We've fallen in love with your country xxx
Great vlog with great scenery of the Scottish waterways. I really enjoyed when I was in Scotland seeing the Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies. Thank you for inviting us to follow your adventures
Always a pleasure!
It looks beautiful and Otis just seems to know how to pose for photos. He is so cute. Looking forward to your Scottish adventures
Oh he's a nightmare, most of the time, when you point a camera at his, he usually just walks away 🤣
Welcome to Scotland guys a new adventure for you and Otis to.
We love it here xx
I find your work very impressive. Some of the underlying themes of your videos is also inspiring to many people. Openly discussing mental health problems and how your loving partnership copes with them is worthy of future development.
Wow thank you so much, George.
That really is appreciated xx
I love you two - I don't say that to too many people. Thankyou for sharing your own love, humour & kindness, it means so much. From one ASD to another & your wonderful partner & doggy friend, you both feed my boaty dreams, love of industrial history with friendship & fun with brilliant audio-visual content. Perfection, with outtakes!!
You're the best!
I've cycled from Inverness to Forth William (Glen Nevis) in a day. About 90miles 10hrs.
Thanks Gents, Welcome to Scotland. Colin if you want to borrow bike to cycle the union canal gimie a shout. I own a bike shop just outside Edinburgh.
Aww, cheers! 👍🏻
Wow!…So proud of you both and thrilled for your new adventure. Thank you for sharing your passion with us. For a brief moment in time i can forget who i am and all that is difficult around me and lose myself in your friendship and fun. You guys rock!
Glad you enjoyed it xx
Agree. 😉
Welcome to Scotland guys top vlog again
Thanks, David!
What a fantastic adventure.absolutely love Scotland go back as often as we can. Have a fantastic time exploring it.
Cheers Alison!
You guys make my Friday mornings. So excited to visit Scotland with you!
Thanks, Angela!
For the 44 people who put thumbs down on this fantastic vlog? Get out of your own bum, what's up with people??? Rant over. Love you guys 💙💙🐾🐾 xxx
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Are you going skinny dipping in Loch Ness, you can give Nessy an eye full!!!
A bit cold for that 🤣
Yes Shaun, you really are eye candy!! 😍 😆
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This looks so exciting, nice to see Otis has quickly adapted to his new home. Happy Weekend. 😃X
He's loving it!
Your videos are broadcast-quality - a TV station should commission you to cover the UKs waterways - so interesting and thank you for all you do to promote our fantastic countries
Glad you like them! We have had offers, but we always refuse xxx
Yes ! You now have my attention…. Scotland , my favourite place 💙🏴💙🏴
It’s our favourite place now x
Great start to your new adventure. Must be difficult getting everything done producing vlogs in a new environment. Don't worry about mispronunciations. We are all having a good time right along with you. And Otis looks really spiffy in his new orange life vest. (He must be wondering what has happened to his narrowboat. ) 😊😊
Really hard work x
Otis looks very comfortable in his new digs. Glad he's so adaptable. Good boy!!! Such a lovely video. Can't wait to see more.
Us too!
I went to the highlands when I was a lad and I've never forgotten the beauty of Scotland (I've had a few businesses trips to Glasgow in the years since). I am really looking forward to finally someone tracking down Nessie and I have every faith in you both. I've got my own Monster in the shape of a 12 week old puppy and I told her to watch how calm Otis is and to be more like him.
If we track Nessie down, they'll be an interview 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I love this idea! The beauty of Scotland takes my breath away. I look forward to seeing it from their waterway. Great idea while you wait for your new boat. Thanks!
We have fallen in love with this country xx
The quality of this episode rivals any TV program I've seen! Absolutely stunning, you're so unbelievably talented! Enjoy your new adventure! Looking forward to the next episode!
WOW! Thank you so much 😊
That was a good guess... amazing! I'm looking forward to exploring with you from my sofa.
Can't wait!
Onwards and upwards, whoop whoop! Guys, I really enjoyed your Silverfox videos, and THIS video is epic, makes me want to go and explore Scotland. You're really having fun and I can't wait for your new adventures, and looking forward to the new boat build. Stay well, stay amazing xxx 😄
Thank you so much, best wishes xxx
My god is it gorgeous there! Looks like another destination to add to the ol’ bucket list.
Definitely worth a visit xxx
So exciting! A new adventure. Enjoy. Can’t wait to the Loch Ness.
It’s beautiful 😍
I’m speechless. So beautiful and so exciting. I’ve always wanted to go back to the UK and getting a weekly tour with tour guides that I consider my friends is the next best thing! 👍👍😊
Awesome 😎❤️
You guys do such a great job with your videos ! Beautiful scenery , excellent descriptions of the places you highlight , and the interaction between you guys makes the video perfect. I’m glad I found your channel.
We're glad you found us too. Thank you so much, Julie ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Really looking forward to you Gents doing this trip. A few years ago I and a few others kayaked from the first locks at Inverness to the last locks at Fort William. Was an amazing trip,camping at night , the first night was spent on a small patch of land just below the castle ruins on the hill to the side of Loch Ness. The next morning was so gusty, was a killer heading over to Fort Augustus. Have a safe trip Gents & Otis of course 🐕🦺👍👍
Awesome, enjoy the journey xx
What a boat, you'll have to show us the layout in a vlog, looks to go faster then a narrowboat. Lovely area, Ive a great friend who lives up there. It sure is going to be different and looking forward to sharing this lovely adventure xxx
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OMG I loove your accent! 😍
For you it's probably nothing special, bc you talked like this forever, but for me it's the divine ending of a work week! 😊
The outtakes made me laugh out loud and hubby asked: are you watching the two British men on a boat? YES! 😎
You're the best!
Please can you show a tour of the boat? 😀
Head over to Le Boat's website and you can see inside them all. We're concentrating on the views outside for now :)
Seriously guys, you just get better & better at what you do 😀😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻
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I'm so excited about seeing Scotland from your camera. I have to say (you probably get tired of people praising your dog) Otis looked so proud, were he sat looking out for lake monsters, he is so sweet. Hugs to the three of you.
So true!
You guys haven’t skipped a beat. Are you able to show us a tour of your Le boat? Do you sleep on it? Looking forward to more! 🥰💞
We’re much more into the outdoors scenery. LeBoat’s website has shots of the interior 👍🏻
Well done, that was brilliant…We knew you two would not let us down….O and it was very interesting 🙏🕊✝️🙏👌👏
Glad you enjoyed it xxx
Your videos always make me smile. Thanks.
You are so kind
Shaun, you are a lovely piece of eye candy!! Meanwhile, in the inimitable words of Peter Sellers "That's not my dog"!! and following closely, the inimitable words of Shaun Dobson-Fox "It's not my boat"!! Love and hugs and a big cuddle for Otis.
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The husband actually came home early to watch this vlog with me. Fell in love with Scotland after a visit 2 years ago and now you've talked us into a cruise on the Caledonian Canal!
Yeah. We’ve fallen in love too x
Snap! 😀
Guys this is absolutely spectacular. There is nothing on TV that makes me want to give the screen my full attention like this does. Your presentation and the whole production is just flawless. Can't wait for the next 🙂
Wow, thank you!
@@FoxesAfloat thank you guys. I feel like you've taken me with you on this journey in my own lounge 🥳🥳🥳
Great video guys! I have to say it's funny to see you two that are usually in the English canals in Scotland in places I have been several times in my home country! Can't wait to see the rest of the adventure!
Loads more to come xx
If anybody can find Nessie, it is you guys. Thanks for the adventure so far. Can't wait till next week.
Let’s hope 🤣🤣🤣
This looks like fun for you guys and us.
Otis you can see it in his face. He is really enjoying all his new surroundings and it looks like he has found his own spot already on the boat. He knows it's all new. Love the coats on him and you guys. Keep warm.
Otis is loving it xxx
Welcome to Scotland! Love the footage, the scenery, the history and the calm music on all your vlogs. A big thank you Shaun and Colin, your vlogs are my go to after a hard day. Thank you also Colin, for your candid sharing of ASD and Shaun, for sharing your feelings when Colin was experiencing an acute episode. I think you’re both absolutely fab!
So glad you're enjoying this madness, Lesley ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️
Exciting that you are in Scotland. Looking forward to this trip.
We have fallen in love with this country xx
How awesome. Tried to get to Scotland in 2020 and airlines stopped flights. Tried this year and restrictions stopped us again. Maybe next year. Surname is Scottish, so I would love to see the land of my ancestors. In the meantime, I'll stay tuned to y'all's adventures from here in Texas. P.S. Otis looks very chill on the big boat. LOL!
Hope you make it over here, it’s beautiful x
So good to see the three of you back on a new adventure! Had to watch this before I go back to the catch up ones. Take care.
Thanks Heather!
Would love if you show us all around this cruiser your on. it's like a busmans holiday for you enjoy take care xxx
All this beautiful scenery and you ask that question.... So the video was rubbish then? 🤣
My late wife and I did the Caledonia canal back in the 1990's....We absolutely loved it. Skinny dipping in Loch Ness too. Didn't see Nessy though!!
Oooooh I bet that was cold xx
Caught up on all 174 episodes. Now going through withdrawal because there is only one episode a week. Brilliant.
You could always start from the beginning again 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes! Finally Friday!
YAYYYY!
Otis is such a handsome boy. Great vid chaps.
Thank you 🙏
Give us a tour of the boat please.
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Yeah!! First vlog, it's gorgeous I'm so jelous... Oh Colin now standing on the wrong side, while your cruising along, have to get used to that one 🙈😅. Have fun can't wait for the next vlog!
Next time!
“I’m just the eye candy…” Love it!
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So pleased you're doing this Scottish series of videos...excellent research for my retirement back to my homeland!
Lovely adventure, it is fancy
Thank you 🙏
Another excellent video! Once again stunning videography and extremely informative 👍🏻
Thanks, Gary!
Excellent idea to show us the Scottish canals while you wait for the new boat to be built. Although I do hope you show that process too!
We will x
Ive watched all yours vlogs, but this has got to be the best, the camera quality is exceptional, but you guys are getter better and better! Love Perth Australia. X
Aww, thanks so much, Simone!
Looking forward to following along with you guys. I basically drove it a few years ago. It’s wonderful country. Be safe.
Awesome! Thank you!
Hi Colin & Shaun, wonderful, really looking forward to this chapter of your adventures! Otis looks very regal on his new perch! Great drone footage, it's beautiful! Already the history is interesting...let the show begin! Please give Otis a big cuddle for me. 💖 Thank you for sharing, take really good care of yourselves, stay safe! Much love Kathy x Ontario, Canada
Thank you so much, cuddle given ❤️🐾
Otis in that life jacket is just too cute. I swear he actually looks a bit like Colin, maybe it's the eyes!
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Lol...you two are so cute and you make me laugh but you also tell the greatest stories about the histories....thank you and carry on making these wonderful vids!!
You're welcome, Debi. Thank you so much ❤️
Wow lad's it's looking beautiful up there. Enjoy
It's amazing xx
Looks like a great trip! So happy that you’re continuing to cruise while waiting for the new Silver Fox!
Can't wait!
Eye candy? It is all eye candy. You gents, the boats, and the water.
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Shut that door
Another great video. Doing new things well done chaps!! Was great and you are out there living and inspiring people. Thank you .😁🐍🌅☁
Thanks so much!
Always cheers me up .x
wonderful video thanks very much
You are welcome!
Yay!!! Great new adventure for you guys! Hope you enjoy your time in Scotland, the locations look epic!😍
Cheers!
Gentlemen, thank you as always. When we did the Rideau canal in Canada we met many folks chartering from Le Boat. We were on a far more humble craft but had a great time. Spent a few days out side of Ft William. One of my favorite movies was filmed not far from Ft William. Local Hero, the movie is one that brings tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. Can't wait to see more.
Awesome xx