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No Propane, No Coffee & Other Sorted Tales | Travel Life with Proteus Rising | Ep. 31

Published by casz on April 23, 2020

https://youtu.be/vO8mtNMscf4

In this episode (31), We unwrap special things for the boat, mess up the puzzle that is our dodger and bimini, and find ourselves a bit overwhelmed and need to take a time out. And anyone who tells you provisioning is easy, well, they haven’t done it yet. 

Please note this video was recorded well before the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Thanks for watching, as always we ask that you comment, like, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode! #proteusrising

What is this channel all about? We bought a blue-water sailboat; sold our house; bought an RV and now we’re going from land to sea and all around the world. This is our journey. 

Thanks to those who asked about us starting a Patreon. We’d love it if you also joined the Proteus Rising Pack:  https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising Get bonus content including our Deep Dive series where we show all the How-Tos and DIY projects we’re doing to make Travel Life happen. 

#proteusrisingpack

Come follow the adventure from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcfnkU9GPQij2cNU_AqkCdfu4I87wN4Lq

#fromlandtoseandallaroundtheworld

[How to live your dreams to travel the United States and the world full time.]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proteus.rising

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProteusRising/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV.  Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV.  This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to reality. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. #digitalnomads

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. #alternativeliving

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Places in this video: 

Anacortes, WA, including: Cap Sante Marina, and SV Elli

Where we get our music: http://www.epidemicsound.com/

This episode features:

The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson

Written in Stone – Danyon

Back in Da Days 1 – Da Tooby

Jump Jive Roar – Jules Gaia

Here is who we send our Save-The-Oceans funds to:  https://oceana.org/support-oceana

Our sailboat teapot:  Le Creuset Q9213-4P Enamel-on-Steel Zen Teakettle, 1-2/3-Quart, Palm Le Creus… https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00IOL4NVE/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_gImOEbATD31HD

Our sailboat coffee bean grinder: XIBLISS Manual Coffee Mill Grinder with Ceramic Burrs, with Stainless Steel H… https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07R5K8NLT/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_DHmOEbYTD503H

Long Way Round (one of our inspirations for travel life): https://www.longwayround.com/

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Season Finale! Chapter 25: A Dinghy & A Dinger!

Published by casz on November 7, 2019

Our Book One – Buy A Boat, comes to a close with this episode, Chapter 25: A Dinghy and A Dinger! We find a dinghy and motor we can afford, give you a tour of our hometown, and #theycallhimtank plays big-time baseball in Safeco Field. We’ll be taking a bit of a break before the premiere of our next season of episodes: Book Two (Sell The House). Please watch this space for all the details on the premiere of those episodes.

Thanks for watching, as always we ask that you comment, like, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode! #proteusrising

Thanks for those who asked about us starting a Patreon. We’d love it if you also joined the Proteus Rising Pack: https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising#proteusrisingpack

Come follow the adventure from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…#fromlandtoseandallaroundtheworld [How to live your dreams to travel the United States and the world full time.]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proteus.rising

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProteusRising/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV. Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV. This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to reality. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. #digitalnomads

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. #alternativeliving

Have you subscribed on YouTube?

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Places in this video: 

The Snoqualmie Valley

SAFECO Field

Shout-Outs:

The Community of the Snoqualmie Valley, which has been our home since summer of 2006.

Where we get our music: http://www.epidemicsound.com/

This episode features:

The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson

Make It Home – Isaac Elliott

Working For The Man – Aesyme

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Chapter 20: Drive, Boat Work, Repeat! Proteus Rising (Travel Life) – Book One (Buy A Boat)

Published by casz on August 8, 2019

In this episode…

We settle into a pattern of drive, boat work, drive, repeat! All during some hellacious winter weather. Spring is fast approaching, but not soon enough, even though baseball season is in full swing. We are getting to know SV Elli better and finding all kinds of things to “tighten up” on her. Additionally, we’re learning we have a long way to go to “lighten up” on the household front. 

Thanks for watching, as always we ask that you comment, like, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode!

Thanks for those who asked about us starting a Patreon. We have launched it finally. Feel free to join the Proteus Rising Pack:  https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising

Come follow the adventure from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcfnkU9GPQij2cNU_AqkCdfu4I87wN4Lq

[How to live your dreams to travel the United States and the world full time.]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proteus.rising

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProteusRising/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV.  Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV. This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to the realities. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. 

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. 

#proteusrising

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Post Script information:

Places in this video: 

Anacortes, Washington

The Thrasher Homestead, North Bend, WA

I-5 between Bellevue, WA & Burlington, WA

Where we get our music:

http://www.epidemicsound.com/

This episode features:

The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson

Cold Streets – Marc Torch

Down the Long Road – The Flix

Back to Seattle – Bjorn Skogsberg

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Chapter 19: Do All The Things! Proteus Rising (Travel Life) – Book One (Buy A Boat)

Published by casz on July 25, 2019

In this episode we have to juggle home projects, business travel, marina search (still), and boat projects. Oh, and it’s high school baseball season. As per usual, we are up to silly shenanigans. Thanks for watching. For information on the locations, businesses, and the music in the video, please see: https://proteusrising.com

Where we get our music: Epidemic Sound

In this episode:

The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson

A Nifty Piece of Work – New Fools

Work these Shoes – Medite

Work, Work, Work – Reversus

Robot Work – Marc Torch

Busy Hands – Mica Emory

Head in the Game – More Than Family

What Are You Waiting For – Wellmess

Funkish Grooves – Martin Klem

Barefoot On A Summer’s Night – Isobelle Walton

Places in this video:

Shilshole Bay Marina, Seattle, WA

North Bend, WA

Anacortes, WA

San Francisco, WA

Issaquah, WA

Kudos to:

Gonzo and the team at GMT Landscaping, North Bend, WA

North Bend Sand and Gravel, North Bend, WA

Please Comment, Like, Share & Subscribe. Ring the bell so you don’t miss our bi-monthly episodes, found new on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month.

A big thanks to our patrons, you help keep us motivated to keep creating this life of dreams and grand exploration. If you want to be part of our Proteus Rising Pack, check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV. Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV. This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to the realities. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. #proteusrising

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. #proteusrising

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Chapter 17 – No Room In The Marina! Proteus Rising (Travel Life) – Book One (Buy A Boat)

Published by casz on June 27, 2019

In this episode, we learn that we’re behind the power curve in finding a marina for SV Elli so we can finish our refit. Finding space in the greater Seattle area, which is called the recreational boating capital of the nation, is proving to be a seemingly impossible mission. So we also start to look for moorage up near Vancouver, B.C. where we’ll be cruising extendedly for a few years while our son is at University. We also update you on our plans and introduce you to a couple of our sailing mentors.

Thanks for those who asked about us starting a Patreon. We have launched it finally. Feel free to join the Proteus Rising Pack: https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising

As always we ask that you comment, like, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode!

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Oops, we goofed!

Published by casz on June 14, 2019

https://youtu.be/3WOaKwU5PxU

Next regular episode on the 4th Thursday! (6/27/19)

If you’re not able to join the Pack, please consider giving us a like, comment, share or subscribe. Thank you!

And if you were thinking about becoming a Patron…no time like the present.

We’re slowly working up to every-week episodes, but it’s going to take some time.

Thanks again for your understanding of the scheduling snafu, and our unending gratitude for being our patron and/or viewer.

https://youtu.be/3WOaKwU5PxU

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Chapter 14: Choices, Repairs & Purging! – Proteus Rising (Travel Life) Book One (Buy A Boat

Published by casz on May 9, 2019
Nothing like having your boat 100 miles away and get a phone call that the keys are missing and no one can find your vessel!

In this episode Tank decides on which university he will attend as a college football player, we begin the massive job of purging our suburban life, and then make another quick run for boat work, because we were notified they moved the boat, didn’t know where it was, nor could they locate the keys!

Thanks for those who asked about us starting a Patreon. We have launched it finally. Feel free to join the Proteus Rising Pack:  https://www.patreon.com/ProteusRising

As always we ask that you comment, like, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode!

Come follow the adventure from the beginning: http://proteusrising.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proteus.rising

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProteusRising/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV.  Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV. This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to the realities. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. #proteusrising

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. #proteusrising

Post Script information:

Places in this video:

Mount Si High School, Snoqualmie, Washington

The Thrasher Homestead, North Bend, WA

Marine Service Center, Anacortes, WA

Where we get our music: http://www.epidemicsound.com/

This episode features:

The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson

Someday I’ll Wait – Origo

We The Kings – Reversus

Between the Sun and the Deep Blue Sea – Martin Calberg

Back to Black – Victor Olsson

Grandpa’s Jokes – Stationary

Bossy Housewives – Stationary

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The Pack That Comes Together…Is Stronger!

Published by casz on May 1, 2019
Kola and Sprite are so glad you’re here!

Happy May Day! Spring is in the air! It’s a time of change and growth. And we’re feeling that given today marks our official launch of our Patreon Page. We weren’t sure when we were going to do this or even if we should, but when some folks elbowed us and said, “Hey, why aren’t you doing this?” We figured it was time.

Right now, even as our page numbers are small, we plan to put out some bonus footage right here frequently. We’re targeting once a week, but travel plans can sometimes inhibit that; also, episode production is priority. Kola and Sprite will tell you that long walks are also a priority — whether they be in the forest, the beach, or up a mountain.

We’d love to get to know you better, which was the number one motivator for us to create a Patreon community. Tell us about yourself via message here or at YouTube or via any of the social media platforms (we’re on instagram, twitter, and facebook). Why are you following us? Why did you join our Pack? What’s your dream?

In the meantime….

Peaceful sunrises and sunsets,

Greg, Casz, Kola & Sprite

SV Elli/RV Siggi

ProteusRising.com

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Chapter 13: We Pick A Name & Get to Work! – Proteus Rising (Travel Life) Book One (Buy A Boat)

Published by casz on April 25, 2019

In this episode we have a heart-to-heart about what to name our sailboat, make a list of boat jobs, and get to work … in the PNW rain, of course. Plus we squeeze in a couple more college visits.

As always we ask that you like, comment, share, and subscribe! Ring the bell and you won’t miss our next episode!

Come follow the adventure from the beginning: http://proteusrising.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proteus.rising
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProteusRising/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProteusRising

Who we are: We are Casz & Greg, empty nesters, Gen Xers, Adventure-Seeking Explorers, along with our two pups, Kola & Sprite. We bought a sailboat, sold our house, and bought an RV. Now as constant travelers, we split our time between Sailboat and RV. This YouTube series documents all of it, from the dream to the realities. Come with us as we venture from land to sea and all around the world. #proteusrising

We left the chains of the corporate-sponsored suburban lifestyle, said goodbye to our mortgage, the golden handcuffs jobs, and are living a life that lets us see the world on our own terms. #proteusrising

Post Script information:

Places in this video:
North Bend, WA
Anacortes, WA
Western Oregon University
Linfield College, Oregon

Where we get our music: http://www.epidemicsound.com/
This episode features:
The Road to the Sea – Andreas Ericson
Yeah Cool – Martin Veida
Tuesday Night – Kalle Engstrom
Late Decisions – Donell Mase
Valhalla – Ocean James
Under the Same Stars – Flickering
Silly Drunken Pirate – Anders Ekengren

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Chapter Eight: The Deal! Proteus Rising – Book One