In Search of Fish, and a Cheap Mooring for the Night [Ep. 106]
There has been a lot of fish hunting lately here in the Med. Unfortunately, it has almost always ended with an empty handed, disappointed Riles swimming back to the boat. There is an alarming amount of over fishing going on here in the Mediterranean Sea. 97% of the fish stocks that are assessed are overfished and/or not sustainable (these are only the fish that are actually assessed!! Excluding a number of other marine species which, for all we know could be in even more trouble). We’ve learned that recently people are becoming more and more aware of this issue and thankfully measures are being put into place. We hope to sail back here in the future and to be able to catch ourselves some dinner. I’m not a marine scientist, but I just thought this was a great opportunity to share this information with you. Overfishing is a serious problem all around the world, so all I wanted to suggest was WHERE YOU CAN, why not try and avoid eating things like shrimp? It may only look like a few shrimps in your cocktail glass, but the bi-catch that is associated with this fishing process (bi-catch is the animals that are also caught in the deep sea nets or whatever other tools they are using to haul up a particular species) will shock you. Without the demand, there is no need for supply. Why not go fishing with your own rod or net yourself? Not only is it better for the environment but it’s a heck of a lot funner and I think it really makes you appreciate your food more. Anyway, that’s all from me. Thanks for supporting this video!
Elayna xo
In Search of Fish in Corsica (Sailing La Vagabonde) Ep. 106 (YouTube)
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I love the chocolate recepie as well. I fixed it for me and my girlfriend and she loved it as well. Thanks Elana!
Love the chocolate recepie
Actually the chocolate face reminded me of a "Fr Ted" Episode where the nun arrives for Lent and has the poor priests under the cosh until ted sneaks down for a fag and happens to catch her gorging on chocolate. "Cigarettes and Alcohol and Rollerblading" Sr Assumpta! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLVrNht9q_0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLVrNht9q_0</a>
Like your heritage/history commentary. The Calvi citadel didn't seem to fend off Australian Tourists! On to Sardinia! Festina Lente.
Just a great video, loved the tour, especially loved Elayna's chocolate mustasch! So funny; I've missed watching a few days here in Myrtle Beach. I have another part-time job (I'm now a full-time, part-time worker) & we had to wait out Irma. Gob bless all who made it through & all who helped! Luv ya'!
Another great video. It's wonderful to see these places in the Mediterranean. Music & video quality is very good.
Matthew says 25 knots. Ha! LOL! So 22kts is perfectly fine! Very smooth....great stuff! I can't wait to visit these boats in person at the Annapolis boat show. Amazing. Leopard 42 in similar conditions never exceeded 10 knots.
Hi Riley and Elena! The plant you loved is called a century plant! What's also so wonderful is you using Agave Syrup in your chocolate! Agave and Century Plants are from the same family. Thank you for such a wonderful episode as always, sending so much love your way - em and dustin
You cracked me the hell up on the chocholate Elayna , and to boot I can do that just need some agave! Cleaning the bowel is important even though never efficient ,always evidence left! Oh I'm in power out mode day three. Irma through a cat one at me instead of a four . Pienellas county Florida lost 75% power and are expecting a week without power for most. It's hard to say we are fortunate when your AC , lights , and cold refreshments are out . Not to mentioned urged not to use water . My home wasn't destroyed and most of the mosquitoes were relocated, something to be greatful for.
Bunkered down, probably drinking??? I'll sign up for that!
25 kts!?! No problem right Riley? I'm not sure if you have a tool to help you with YT comments. The Basic Filmaker posted a video of Tube Buddy. I think it would work well for you <a href="https://youtu.be/IBM8le-EnvE." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/IBM8le-EnvE.</a> Cheers and the best to you all!
Love the chocolate making! Very sad about over fishing in the world. A musician to check out I just found out about... Shakey Graves... find him on youtube.
Dude...Such an awesome episode! You guys are getting mad filming and editing skills. Top notch for sure. I mean this was like Netflix docu quality. So good. I also like how it was like an old school episode; with the adventures of Riley and Elayna doing their own thing. Riley hiking and sightseeing with a little history, and Elayna whipping up a healthy snack and schooling us all on proper eating. Well done! I'm going to watch it again. =)
What an idyllic place, if hardly looked like it was so hot from the video, although videos can be deceiving. An awesome video as usual, the length of this video is what you should strive for on a regular basis. It is too bad that the Med is so devoid of fish, it will be nice to be in other places where the fishing is much better. Looking forward to the next addition to your adventure.
corsica looks stunning and its such a shame to see dead zone.the world needs to get tough and make every country have marine safe zones for 5 years and then move it to a new spot next door.just like a farmer leaves a field to fallow
Great video! So glad to be sponsoring you. Can't wait for the arctic!!!
The over-fishing really is sad. And dead zones are increasing around the world as well. Given how many countries depend on fishing it's a potential disaster in the making unless sustainable practices are put in place.
don't forget don't call my name until your up in the arctic... haha
great content, awesome music and perfect editing.
Keep it real here - luv the " chokolait " including the vegimite face. Shakedowns are good, know your craft and know its limits 22 knot sail home running on " chokolait ". I wonder how they can A. re-create the food and reefs, and nurturing zones for the fish to return - mangrove swamps etc. and B. once the food is there the fish would return. and C. how to prevent us Humans fishing it out again and having sanctuaries - how fish stock can survive and recover. and D. how to prevent Human toxic runoff detoxifying the Mediterranean allowing the water quality to recover - a challenge. Cheers Pete
Nice one! Wish I was there with you guys. Miss the ole homeland. Hope you enjoyed it. How was the camel ride btw? And I hope I didn't give you too much grief with the whole 22kn boat speed episode. Lot of responses on that one. Just wanted to see you guys safe. I know you were. But you never know on blue water. We patrons care otherwise we would not be here or support you. So Arctic next? Brrrrr.... shivers me timber, argh...! Cheers! VA
Hey Riley, how tall was the mast on your favorite boat - the Maria Castina (?). It looked huge and would probably heel over with the main fully up. Go kindly ladies.
Btw, that's a blooming agave cactus that you saw, Riley. Pretty common around here and kind of look like something Dr. Suess made up.
Did you guys call a name this week!? Great episode btw. I LIVE FOR CHOCOLATE!
Anyone signing up yet for a deckhand spot on your Atlantic crossing? I'm not afraid of boat waxing and hull scraping and the wife makes a killer grilled cheese.