Donna Bonfrancesco
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Sparkleberry Swamp with Mom and Pop
Finally got to take my mom and pop to Sparkleberry Swamp.
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Відео

Sparkleberry Landing with Denine and Scooty Ru
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I took Denine to Sparkleberry Swamp with Scooty Ru. We had a blast.
Low Falls Landing with Mom, Pop and Nancy
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Took the new Caiman out to Low Falls Landing (on Lake Marion). This was mom's first time on the Caiman and first time boating among the Cypress trees.
Debutary Landing - Scooty Ru's maiden voyage
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This video is my first trip out with my Caiman boat (Scooty Ru). We put in at Debutary Landing across from Stumpy Pond access area.
I Now Own a Caiman Boat!!
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After eyeing up Caiman boats for a few years, I finally bought one. It's a beauty. Here's the story. Let the adventures begin!
Boating the Potato Creek Area Lake Marion, SC
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This video was recorded in November 2023. This is the boating highlights of our week on Lake Marion South Carolina - near Potato Creek. We rented an AirBnB directly across from the Santee National Wildlife Refuge. It was my 60th birthday. Gorgeous spot. Enjoy!
Springs Park Access Area
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Springs Park Access Area
Taw Caw Landing
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Taw Caw is on Lake Marion in South Carolina
Debutary Landing with Nancy
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Debutary Landing with Nancy
Lake Wateree with Sarah
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Lake Wateree with Sarah
Goodale State Park with Sarah
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Goodale State Park with Sarah
Pop's Creek Boat Maiden Voyage Debutary Landing
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Pop's Creek Boat Maiden Voyage Debutary Landing
Stumphole
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Stumphole
Wateree Dam with Creek Boat
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We took the creek boats to the Wateree Dam but Nancy went rogue and got stuck down river.
Little Pee Dee Galivants Landing
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Little Pee Dee Galivants Landing
Bates Old River with Nancy
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Bates Old River with Nancy
Cheraw State Park kayaking
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Cheraw State Park kayaking
Taw Caw Creek Park Lake Marion South Carolina
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Taw Caw Creek Park Lake Marion South Carolina
Bates Old River (Dead River)
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Bates Old River (Dead River)
Outer Banks day 5
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Outer Banks day 5
Outer Banks day 4
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Outer Banks day 4
Outer Banks day 3
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Outer Banks day 3
Outer Banks day 2
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Outer Banks day 2
Outer Banks day 1
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Outer Banks day 1
Low Falls Landing with John
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Low Falls Landing with John
Goodale Father's Day Paddle
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Goodale Father's Day Paddle
Doggie Door with Ramp
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Doggie Door with Ramp
Spider Lillies from Debutary Landing
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Spider Lillies from Debutary Landing
Pack's Landing on Lake Marion, SC
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Pack's Landing on Lake Marion, SC
Charleston Trip
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Charleston Trip

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  • @rebeccaoverholser
    @rebeccaoverholser 8 днів тому

  • @JackDavenport-e3j
    @JackDavenport-e3j 21 день тому

    Thanks, great video.

  • @JackDavenport-e3j
    @JackDavenport-e3j 21 день тому

    I fish the pinopolis dam for huge cats, pb, 72 lbs, went in lock at night, threw net and caught a smorgesbord of fish, even sturgeon.

  • @corner_store_bill
    @corner_store_bill 23 дні тому

    Where did you get that trailer from? I'm about to pick up a m12 creek boat from a buddy and would love that...I'm also in SC

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 23 дні тому

      It is a harbor freight 4 foot trailer. a friend gave it to me. I got a 4x8 piece of plywood and cut it to fit. It's perfect. I'm not sure how long your boat will be but this set up might work for you as well.

    • @corner_store_bill
      @corner_store_bill 23 дні тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 it's 12' but I'm gonna have to check that out, thanks

  • @RJ08t11
    @RJ08t11 28 днів тому

    Is this patriots ramp?

  • @Grungefan2018
    @Grungefan2018 Місяць тому

    Love both these women. They both eminate from their souls to ours.

  • @JillWeaver-j2k
    @JillWeaver-j2k Місяць тому

    Thanks for the ride along.

  • @georgeshotrodbarn2113
    @georgeshotrodbarn2113 2 місяці тому

    The other side would be better it does not look like there are a lot of houses and there would be less boat traffic.

  • @dboyMMA7100
    @dboyMMA7100 2 місяці тому

    Glad you enjoyed the lake. I realize it wasn't busy but please get your boat ready in the parking lot and not on the ramp when it's busy.

  • @georgeshotrodbarn2113
    @georgeshotrodbarn2113 2 місяці тому

    The Pee Dee River was named after the dog in the little rascals tv show and he had a son, and his name was Little Pee Dee so that's how the rivers got their names.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 2 місяці тому

      @@georgeshotrodbarn2113 interesting. I always thought it was named after an indigenous tribe.

    • @georgeshotrodbarn2113
      @georgeshotrodbarn2113 2 місяці тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 thats my story and i am sticking to it.

  • @georgeshotrodbarn2113
    @georgeshotrodbarn2113 2 місяці тому

    Good vodeo, highway 20 is called the alligator line you can expect to see an alligator at any time when on the water below 20.

  • @billyparnell9920
    @billyparnell9920 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for your video I live on lee state park road they also have some new kayak launches in lee state park

  • @georgeshotrodbarn2113
    @georgeshotrodbarn2113 2 місяці тому

    That is so relaxing, thanks

  • @pudellvr
    @pudellvr 3 місяці тому

    How sweet! What sort of motor did u have?

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 3 місяці тому

      It’s a trolling motor with foot steering. It was a lot of fun.

  • @b93nk
    @b93nk 3 місяці тому

    I've always like to see & hear female singer & songwriters, it makes me young again 😊

  • @jessieeads4509
    @jessieeads4509 3 місяці тому

    I've been thinking about getting a creek boat 🤔

  • @TheDarkHorse949
    @TheDarkHorse949 3 місяці тому

    Tell Nancy to get a swinging football jig head 3/8 with 3/0 or 4/0 hook size and an adrenaline craw and rig it weedless.. super easy to rig. Drag it around when it’s warmer. She will not regret it! 😊

  • @TheDarkHorse949
    @TheDarkHorse949 3 місяці тому

    Just a bit of native information on Marion and Santee/ Cooper River. During may the alligators can be very aggressive due to their mating season and will rush you if you happen upon their nesting areas. I had a 12 ft gator chase me in my kayak for over a mile on the cooper river four years ago. He followed me without ceasing right on the side of me within one foot. When it is not mating season they are not really aggressive but I promise you they can be during may. Having a pistol is a personal choice but as a female angler and native, I always have a firearm for personal security and also in the event of an unexpected encounter. I assure you that I am not by any means a doomsday prepper. It’s a personal choice. Enjoy SC.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 3 місяці тому

      I can sure see that happening and I too have encountered some aggressive gators. Over at Bates Old River I ran into many such gators. It’s never happened at Sparkleberry; not that it can’t or won’t. Especially as you mentioned: mating season. For me, it has not been the norm. Having a weapon is certainly a good idea but I don’t agree with scaring the bejesus out of people. I’m with you on this though.

    • @TheDarkHorse949
      @TheDarkHorse949 3 місяці тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 agreed. He should have been calm and explained things but possibly he was actually afraid of chat happened out there and was attempting to cover up for his fear. You know how that goes. Lol. Bates is amazing. You should explore the moncks corner black waters that lead into the cooper. It’s beautiful

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 3 місяці тому

      @@TheDarkHorse949 I've not gotten down to that area yet but I look forward to it. Thank you for the suggestion!

    • @TheDarkHorse949
      @TheDarkHorse949 3 місяці тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 absolutely. Enjoy watching your adventures. Great content. Thank you for all the thorough details. I often wonder about water depth on your videos in reference to how my hobie lynx pedal drive or any pedal drive kayak platform would perform.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 3 місяці тому

      @@TheDarkHorse949 I'll consider that for future videos! thank you for that feedback.

  • @kellystrangelove
    @kellystrangelove 4 місяці тому

    You ever see anybody looking for gold in any of those rivers

  • @kellystrangelove
    @kellystrangelove 4 місяці тому

    Beautiful

  • @patbrowder
    @patbrowder 4 місяці тому

    We will be camping at Santee the fist week of June. Can't wait. Love your video!

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 4 місяці тому

      I love lake Marion so much. I hope you guys have an awesome time.

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 4 місяці тому

    As always; Fun Fun Fun

  • @robininabinet6402
    @robininabinet6402 4 місяці тому

    That water lilly is water hyacinth - don't not put in your pond - it will take over. If anything you need to kil it!

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 4 місяці тому

      Oh no! Well it would be in a confined tub. I was hoping it would attract frogs.

  • @scjamiewd4
    @scjamiewd4 4 місяці тому

    Hello, how often do you go to Taw Caw? Also, where did you get the trailer from?

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 4 місяці тому

      I’ve only been there a couple of times. The trailer is a 4 foot Harbor Freight trailer that I basically built to fit my boats.

    • @scjamiewd4
      @scjamiewd4 4 місяці тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 Ahh, okay. I wasn't sure on the trailer. I kind of figured it came from Harbor Freight. I, sometime in the future, plan on doing the same thing. I, also subscribed to your channel. Like you videos!!! You might see me around Taw Caw sometime.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 4 місяці тому

      @@scjamiewd4 awww that's great. For those creek boats, they are flat on the bottom so I just got a 4x8 piece of plywood and covered it with indoor outdoor carpet. My buddy helped me extend the tongue so it's an easy pull.

    • @scjamiewd4
      @scjamiewd4 4 місяці тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 Not a problem ma'am. I got a Caiman back in 2000 and used it until 2007 and due to work and family, I gave it up. So, after 17 years of non use I decided to get mine back out again and start using it. Just might see you around if your down that way. Also, do you mind if I send you a request? I not going to say on here so.....

  • @TerryLewis-d2w
    @TerryLewis-d2w 4 місяці тому

    right down the road from where i stay best for catfish

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 5 місяців тому

    Relaxing video.

  • @johnhenderson7094
    @johnhenderson7094 5 місяців тому

    I thoroughly enjoy your videos ! The detail you show helps me determine adventures to take myself.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 5 місяців тому

      Thank you John. I try to add details so that it helps. I’m glad it does. :)

  • @carybruton7284
    @carybruton7284 5 місяців тому

    Great Job. like to see you living life.!!!!

  • @johndavis5662
    @johndavis5662 5 місяців тому

    Looked like a great day in a truly magical place. In the late 70s and early 80s, I made several trips into that upper Lake Marion swamp with Bobby Tindal, manufacturer of the original The Sneak electric one-man boat. It's a beautiful place, but not one you want to get lost in. I never fully knew where we were, but Bobby's GPS in his head always took us wherever and back. We would load the Sneaks into Bobby's jonboat and run up or down and across the river entering the swamp at one place or another, unload our little boats and go wherever he thought the fish might bite best or the ducks would be flying. On more than one occasion we spent the night camped on an old brick pile, all that was left of a plantation era building. Doubt I'll ever get back there, but enjoy your excursions which bring back happy memories.

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 5 місяців тому

    Great scenery and fantastic commentary. So peaceful.

  • @patbrowder
    @patbrowder 5 місяців тому

    We are so glad you were able to get your Mom out on the lake and are enjoying your boat

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 5 місяців тому

      Pat, it was great! I would never be able to get her out in that area without the boat. The cup holders worked out great for mom and the boat stayed cool in the sun. It’s perfect!

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 5 місяців тому

    Donna you are a good Daughter and an and a good friend. What an enjoyable trip.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 5 місяців тому

      I've been telling mom about all the cool places I visit by boat. She follows along on video but there's nothing like being there and experiencing it in person. I'm so glad I'm able to get her out - even if it's for just a couple of hours. Never thought that would happen. <3

    • @chrisblack3744
      @chrisblack3744 5 місяців тому

      Your new boat made your Moms trip possible. My Mom is 80 and I plan to my a boat soon so I can take my mom for boat adventures too.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 5 місяців тому

      @@chrisblack3744 that’s fantastic! You only get one mama.

  • @carybruton7284
    @carybruton7284 5 місяців тому

    That was a cool thing you did your Mom loved it!!

  • @kennethwilliams5668
    @kennethwilliams5668 6 місяців тому

    I so love these videos

  • @kennethwilliams5668
    @kennethwilliams5668 6 місяців тому

    I'm late to the show but after finding your channel I am totally hooked luv your vids❤

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 6 місяців тому

      Thanks Ken. I really have a lot of fun visiting all these places.

  • @robertwoodward388
    @robertwoodward388 6 місяців тому

    The Dam is on Computer it don't know nothing but release and stop

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 7 місяців тому

    Great Video

  • @carybruton7284
    @carybruton7284 7 місяців тому

    Great job with the new boat. I have been there a few times but fishing sucks there. We go to Lake Wylie or Wateree , will be going to Marion when it gets to crowded from the warm weather folks!!!!

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 7 місяців тому

      Yeah, I’ve never known anyone to catch anything there. Good spot for testing though, and in May/June great to see the spider lilies.

  • @ronbennettoutdoorswildlife1514
    @ronbennettoutdoorswildlife1514 7 місяців тому

    Always enjoy your adventures on Santee Cooper.

  • @mikemcelveen2973
    @mikemcelveen2973 7 місяців тому

    Those are nice setups!! I need to sell my Bass boat now ! Always wanted to put in at Sparkleberry and cruise through the swamp. Thanks

  • @josemirles4595
    @josemirles4595 7 місяців тому

    Really nice to see you on the water again. Been missing your videos. Can Scotty Run handle a gas motor?

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 7 місяців тому

      I guess you could use a gas motor. I would not because I like the silence.

  • @cindyschnell
    @cindyschnell 8 місяців тому

    Can't wait to see you and that new boat on the water wonder what ya gonna get yourself into with that boat well I'll just have to wait for your video

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 8 місяців тому

      Can’t wait till it warms up!!!!

    • @cindyschnell
      @cindyschnell 8 місяців тому

      @donnabonfrancesco6222 Yeah I hear you there. I want to get my new boat out on the water

  • @MrCableguyken
    @MrCableguyken 8 місяців тому

    Did you by chance buy that on Darlington?

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 8 місяців тому

      I bought it from a private seller.

    • @MrCableguyken
      @MrCableguyken 8 місяців тому

      @@donnabonfrancesco6222 there was one for sale in Darlington right up the road from me recently that’s why I asked. Private seller also. I one mile from where they make these, super nice people.

  • @MrCableguyken
    @MrCableguyken 8 місяців тому

    Those are made right down the street from my house.

  • @patbrowder
    @patbrowder 8 місяців тому

    Rick and I are so happy our boat has a new owner who loves it and that we have made a new wonderful friend. We will be following you on all your boating adventures and are so excited to get some new ideas of where ti enjoy God's amazing creation.

  • @johndavis5662
    @johndavis5662 8 місяців тому

    Congrats on the new Caiman. It's a beauty and custom fitted to the trailer. So nice when you run into great people like Rick and his wife who go the extra mile on their own to help others. They are an example of how all of us should treat each other. Hope your dad gets better soon.

    • @donnabonfrancesco6222
      @donnabonfrancesco6222 8 місяців тому

      Thank you John. You’re right. Rufus says, “more wags and less barking.” I wish there were more people like Pat and Rick.

  • @chrisblack3744
    @chrisblack3744 8 місяців тому

    Awesome Boat!! I love the story too.

  • @josemirles4595
    @josemirles4595 8 місяців тому

    Nice looking boat! Rufus is going to love it. I hope your father feels better soon. Dang flu is going around big time!!!

  • @GingerByrn1
    @GingerByrn1 8 місяців тому

    Beautiful boat! Can‘t wait to see your adventures in the new year!

  • @carybruton7284
    @carybruton7284 8 місяців тому

    Great job sweetie and hope Pops gets well quick!