A SURPRISING FLYING FOX RESCUE!
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- Опубліковано 17 лип 2024
- Going up the mast turned into a full-blown wildlife rescue and rehabilitation mission. 🦇
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#BoatRefit #BoatLife #Wildlife
It takes effort to cram a one-hour job into three and finely tuned skills to turn it into a full-day event. It’s the one thing I feel we’re truly gifted at.
This week we were particularly on fire. What was supposed to be a simple job of going up the mast to swap out the radar dome turned into a full-blown wildlife rescue and rehabilitation mission.
Turns out, you never know what you’re going to find up there.
WHO ARE WE?
We’re Jason and Nikki Wynn. We been living #OffTheGrid and exploring the world for 10 years.
Our first six years of travel were an epic road trip around North America.
Now we’re on a sailing voyage about the world. Did we have any previous sailing experience, of course not!
Neither of us is overly talented, smart, rich, lucky, or retired. But that doesn’t stop us from reaching far-flung destinations, having wild adventures and managing everything that makes living aboard a moving vessel possible.
We’re two ordinary people that just so happen to live an extraordinary life.
And this is why we publish our lives on the world wide web. We share in hopes of inspiring you to find your adventure.
Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:
00:00 Here Goes Nuthin'
00:10 Intro (short)
00:37 A New Radar?
02:20 BIG Banana Hammock
02:44 Climbing the Mast
03:58 Removing the Radar from the Mast
05:58 A Giant Fruit Bat on the Mast
06:40 Installing the Radar
08:14 Should We Rescue the Bat?
09:00 Bat Rescue Mission
11:36 Oh No!
12:16 No Veterinarians on this Island!
13:08 Sailboat Bat Surgery
14:53 Building a Bat Shelter
16:09 About our Giant Fruit Bat (Flying Fox)
18:06 Bat Sanctuaries & a Test Flight
19:03 Rest, Recovery and a Sad Goodbye
20:33 Bloopers
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From a Veterinarian in the US thank you so much for helping the bat. It is so rewarding to help whatever creatures we can whenever we can. Bats are just amazing and you did everything just right, including putting your safety first. Love your videos!
The hell with the radar. The bat rescue was awesome.
i haven't gotten there yet, but did you notice the cockroach run out of the box at about 2:11-2:12?
@@rathnowimaging248 I saw that too
lol
I know! I had to resist the urge to skip ahead to the bat! I was like yeah yeah you got the radar on, saw some bees, and got down safely but WHAT ABOUT THE BAT?!?
YA Jim ! :)
As one who has rescued my share of little brown bats...thank you! Bats are so misunderstood and vital for our eco system. They are quite docile and more trusting of humans than people realize. Another great video❤️
I was on the edge of my seat when you were rescuing the bat, then watching her get better, and cried when she finally was released. Oh my goodness - an unexpected emotional video. Love you guys for all you do!!
Just when I thought I couldn't love and admire you more....you rescue a suffering bat that most would have left to die. Thank you for being the human's we need in this world.~Peace and Love~
Ceril is so sweet “I’m so proud of that bat”
2:11 - that's a huge bug coming out of the box on the right side
"Hans ! get the flammenwerfer !"
I'm glad I'm not the only one who saw that!
it werfs flammen?
An army of cockroaches could have ridden on that thing!
What the heck? I totally missed that. Thanks for pointing it out - my gosh!!!
😮
"I thought for sure there'd be a hook or something" Garmin engineers all start looking at each other.....
😆😜
For some unknown unexplained reasons, which are all very good. Nikki and Jason seem to just find and help any person, pet, or animal in need. Just like true heroes, they prevail like angels from heaven. Add those touching facts that they care about and never run away from those challenges they face. Let's give credit to those close friends who drop in and help when called upon. So awesome they share with all of us who wait patiently for the next episode. You guys make this world a better place with acts of kindness and love.
Awe, really love what you took away from this. "Let's give credit to those close friends who drop in and help when called upon." It's easy to take a good friend for granted. Always a good reminder to say thank you.
NEVER would I have thought I would I'd feel sorry for a bat! Good job on the rescue. I teared up when he left. crazy over a bat! Good storytelling.
Me too!
Me too!
Bats have been treated very poorly by the media and education system. They are wonderful animals and should be protected to the same extent as migratory birds and large cats.
Lotta heart y’all have. The thing is with the butterfly effect you have no idea how many thousands of acres she and her offspring will repopulate thanks to your kindness. Think about that. A single act of kindness towards a wild creature in need has long lasting effects on our planet 🌎👍😍
I love all of your episodes, but as an animal lover, this one was one of my favorites. Thank you for taking the time to rescue her, rehab her and return her to the wild. It was out of love and care that you dedicated your time to her. Your rewards will be many....
Thank you for your kindness and generosity you show to all living beings needing a little help around the world!
I can’t imagine how much harder it is to do all these things AND plan around filming every part. “We need a close up here of removing the nut. And you need to fly the drone so we get some really long shots.” But goodness, Nikki and Jason, I love your sweet, tender hearts.
Ya'll are killing me with this bat ... I got a little teary eyed! Thank you for always caring so much about the creatures of our world. It's very sweet and heart warming!
Jason .....the batman 🦇. Great job with the radar. Also so kind to help out the poor bat.
When you send the Garman back a note suggesting they put a tie point on it might be a good idea.
They could have used a couple of bolt holes that are used to fasten the radome to the mast.
@CharlesHarper But then we wouldn’t have heard all the banana hammock jokes! It was way more entertaining this way!🤣
@@lauriemolzahn4823
It was also very effective...
Even a few tie points to hoist it & hold in place while attaching
Aww that bat is so *cuuute*
cuteness overload
We now know more about fruit bats than the average person, thanks!
So heartwarming to see these kind people save Miss Batty.... she must have been terrified when she was stuck high up on that pole in that heat. Wonderful you guys rescued and nursed her back to health. And now she’s all better and back to her life ❤️
Bats are much cooler than most people think and they offer a lot to our environment. Glad you could save this one from a certain death and release it as soon as possible. All of our lives are a little richer because you shared this experience!
oh my god, what a save! Ceril is a legend.
What an awesome , heartwarming episode. Humanity rules.
This was a great story well documented and narrated. Thank you for saving a precious creature.
What a fantastic little story with the bat. Such a great surprise of a video.
muyskerm Parkinson’s
Way to ruin it for the rest of us reading comments while watching the video! TIME OUT FOR YOU IN THE BANANA HAMMOCK! lmao
Hijacking top comment: Flying Foxes / Fruit bats are notorious disease carriers and are close to the top of the list of Australian animals not to interact with - Hendra Virus, Hemorrhagic diseases, Rabies. I love these Bats, I live next door to a colony in Brisbane but interacting with them is a hard no.
@@hapkennerty305 what???
@@stephenclarkMr this was Tonga and they were VERY careful from what I could see.
This was one of your best videos. Saving the bat was the coolest!
I hope Cyril will be hence forth known as Batman?
That was a battastic video...I love that you saved it’s life and who knew such a horrible tear could so quickly heal...
The Wynns strike our hearts once again with one of their "highway to heaven" episodes where they help save the world, this time one bat at a time! great success!
OMG- yes Highway To Heaven , so funny so sweet is this comment❤️
This video was much more emotional and dramatic than I expected! I breathed a sigh of relief when the bat was in the bag. I learned a lot during the fact section, thanks for sharing. Good job, Bat Team! Best wishes back out in the wild, Batty McVane, live long and prosper. 🥭
Thank you for showing the best of Human Spirit 💚🌍 all of you - completely changed my view of Bats ! Polinating 80 % of the Rainforest - Wow ! Bats need PR like this right now - sharing 👍🏻
Literally belly laughing (LOL'ing)at the "banana hammock" and "24 inches" comments lmao
Aww, 🦇 Batty McVane, you cool cutie 😍! I love your sweet expression as you hung up side down looking out at the world. Cyril and Nikki were not the only ones getting teary eyed when you flew away but we're all so glad you could. Thank you, Bat Team!!! 💋
When she took off it’s almost like she squeaked “ thank you “
Thank you, thank you for rescuing the bat. Tears are flowing.......just love you guys❤️❤️❤️❤️
Well that 20 minutes flew by, literally 🦇
Two incredible human beings! Everywhere you go, you always find a way to give back, or make something better, change someones life, or rescue an animal. Not only are you fun to watch, but an inspiration on how people should treat the world around them.
5:25 "Is it gonna break my banana hammock?" THAT'S WHAT HE SAID!
😜😆🍌
🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🍌
24 inches is a lot for any banana hammock 😉🤣
Mr2 Reviews You just cracked me up. I missed it. My husband caught it. Now I get it. BAHAHAHAHA
Did you see that bug that crawled out of the box around 2:11?????? Huge!
Yes, I noticed that too! At first I thought it was a small mouse. It was huge!
yuck
I just rewinded three times to be sure I was seeing what I thought I saw. eeek
I caught that too!
Welcome to the tropics!
New show: the Wynns rescuing an animal in every country
Content just falls in your laps! Seriously though, at first I'm thinking "They're completely nuts. Let the bat die!". And by the end I had a lump in my throat watching Batty fly off. Well played guys. Another Wynn win.
What an especially wonderful episode. I actually teared up when you saved & cared for her and then set Ms. Batty McVein free... she was absolutely adorable!🦇🥭
2:12 monster crawling out of the box
Ya, I saw that too.
It happens 😂😂
I watched it 3 times just to make sure what I saw.
Boxes on boats 😉
it's a crew member now
"Da-da-na-na, Da-da-na-na, BAT TEAM!" (I so wanted to hear you sing it) Well done, you guys! How could you NOT try to save that poor little flying fox. I rescued a sickly bat from the small hoard (herd? flock? hmm, research needed, haha) that lived in my attic. I had the pleasure of watching a sunset departure of the insect gobblers and one fellow flopped onto the porch roof and tumbled to the ground. Same tactic - Bucket and towel! Then transferred (unceremoniously via slide-dump) into a Quaker oats container and off we went to local wildlife rescue. He didn't make it, rabies. :( And the onslaught of follow-up phone calls from the health department to ENSURE I didn't get bitten was over the top. Glad no one was hurt on the human side and that she healed and is back in her home. Bravo.
Slowly watching all of these backwards, incredible to see how much work and love you both put into your vessel and personal passions
A ”Gone with the Wynns, ” tactical fruit bat vane rescue, recovery mission. You both have enough content ready for Primetime! I’m looking forward to your premier series on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and all streaming services worldwide.
“Twenty-four inches” 😂😂 Jason tickles me.
Cyril is the MAN. I’m not crying, you’re crying! What a win for team Wynn+! Wow!
thank you guys for your kindness to that poor innocent scared critter.
This notification always makes my morning
Seeing the bat laying on the ground like that broke my heart. Glad it’s going to recover. Good job!
I have got to say that during these challenging times you have been an inspiration to me and to so many others. Instead of complaining about being stuck in a Fiji apartment, you inspired us by taking time out of each day to clean trash from the beach. Then there was Pip. Not only did you save this adorable little kitten but you also raised almost $18,000 to help the animal shelter in Fiji. But did you stop there? No, you took the time to tell the story of Mark's struggles with getting the drugs he needs. The part of this story that I found most inspiring was that it was never about what you and your followers were able to accomplish. Instead, it was all about Mark getting a new lease on life. And now today you rescue an injured bat. Not one that was injured on your boat but one that was injured on a neighboring boat. You could have ignored this situation, and most probably would, but you did not. You rescued this cute little bat. We see people getting awards for their accomplishments for singing a song or performing in a movie but we seldom see awards for people that truly inspire others with their goodness. Well I think if anyone deserves a reward it is you. You have had so many challenges and have had to work so hard for everything, yet despite it all, you continue to inspire all of us to be better and to take care of those that need our help. With all the strife in the world today, I am proud to say that I am a patron of your site and I take the opportunity whenever I can to share your amazing adventures and your inspirational actions with others! Great job!! I look forward each week to your inspirations. Oh, one more thing. You two are the most amazing story tellers. Without a doubt, the highlight of my Mondays (I'm in Korea so your postings are Mondays for me)
Aw man, thanks for that 💙💛💙
Great episode! Lol'd at Jason's banana hammock comments. Nikki being like nope. Nope. Don't need to see that as she drops camera.
Loved Serol talking to the bat - "I'm coming for you bat!" And "I'm Sry proud of that bat" so sweet.
When you zoomed in on her on the cage, I LOL'd again. I'm sure she knew you were helping her, but hanging there she looked pissed staring down the camera 🤣 She is a very beautiful creature, so sweet.
Jason's banana hammock has to hold 24 inches... 🤣🤣🤣
Crying like a baby over here! I'm glad Batty recovered. That fall really was upsetting. I watch other bat channels. And I was glad to see she recovered.
I know I gasped when she fell and thought OH NO!!!
@@barbaraknapp6970 these kinda of bats are known to get nasty concussions. And get dehydrated. I was glad they were able to help. I hope they get a bat care box ready so when it happens again. Glucose gel in a tube and fruit juice in a syringe it really critical in the first moments. But she did well. Phew!!
Ooh. I want to watch them now. Bat channel watching is going to be my new hobby.
@@spunkycat6144 it is very fascinating. They good channels are out of Tasmania, Australia
don't worry i was crying too like a baby it shows one thing we all have a heart
Wow! Fruit Bat what a wonderful thing to have done Nikki. Not getting away from the heroism of Jason swaping over the radar. He might as well have been up on the space station it was that tense and good old Cecil to the rescue ,Bat whisperer extraordinaire . 🦇
I never thought I would ever have such an emotional attachment to a bat...
Awww animal rescue is always rewarding and a worth while endeavor! Thanks to your crew, Batty McVane has a chance at life! Way To go!
OMG when the bat fell from the mast head we gasped out loud. Good to see that she was fine in the end. Well done you guys.👍
Stories like this one is why I watch these two cruisers and not many others. Somehow they almost always take the focus off of themselves and put it on something more important.
l know every one's comments were about the bat, but dang, my heart was in my mouth and stopped breathing while the Garmin was in the net coming down and the new one going up. I knew you guys would save the bat or you wouldn't have made her part of this episode. Well done all of you.
This episode has gone batty. Kudos to the Bat rescue team! And even got the radar replaced.
As a high-rise window washer/caulker, I can tell you the rope is GOOD! Worry about the moving parts.
I love how you were Whispering whenever the bat was in his convalescence. Like in a hospital.
The Wynns need to create and start wearing there own line of full black tactical camo gear so they look like a Navy Seal Team doing a special extraction mission. I'll bet their sales would go bat shit.
Thank you for saving Batty McVane she is beautiful! Such a kind thing to do we need more people like you, Jason, and Cyril in this world!
Thank you for saving the bat. You all rock!!!
Thanks for saving the bat, you're good people.
Thanks for taking such good care of that beautiful creature.
Totally cried when the sky puppy was released. Ty for saving the little thing!!
Sky puppy 😁
I really enjoyed the part with the bats🦇I always maintained that flying foxes are cute. Thanks for confirming it. And Nicky is always beautiful 16:13>💖
One of the reasons i watch every episode, your guys humanity and heart warming attitude always shows through, from picking up trash on the beach while waiting for covid to break, to saving bats, and educating us about them, to amazing sailing videos, foreign ports, and interesting people who could ask for more?
Crazy how the world and nature just naturally makes content for you. 😄
That was amazing. Kudos for taking care of another animal in need.
way to go ! first a cat, now a bat, you guys are so awesome, thanks for sharing :)
Great video you can imagine batty going home and her husband saying “what time do you call this “ batty says “you will not believe what happened to me “ 👍👍👍
Great story about the bat, Cyril is such a beautiful gentle soul bless him.
One of the best recent episodes - a sombre reminder 'we' are ALL creatures of 'value' on this planet and NONE of 'us' is more 'important'
than the other 😌
Except mosquitos!!
@@karpiedewlap3654 And that cockroach at 2:11.
One of the many reasons i love y’all is your caring personality fo any creature. You guys are truly amazing. Keep posting the amazing content. Love y’all.
Oh my goodness Batty McVane you are so wonderful!
Thank you so much for rescuing that little guy.
I laughed when he said “I’m coming bat” speaking to the bat
Awesome job with the bat. Well done, and Merry Christmas.
I wouldn't expect anything less than compassion and care from Nikki and Jason, just awesome stuff here.
St. Wynns to the rescue! You guys are awesome!
2:11 that was a FAST bug that came out of that radar box!
Glad someone else saw that !
I was thinking the same thing.
I've been following your journey since you were still in the RV. As a veteran sailor I was a little skeptical of your skills - and the wisdom - of embarking on your seagoing odyssey. Im pleased to say that I've watched your skills and competence and confidence grow. You are a remarkable couple. Kudos.
Even though it was risky thank you for taking care of the bat. Shows how compassionate you both are. Love your channel have been following you since back in the RV days!! Excited to see you get back on the water, I know it’s your home!
Well, I was super impressed with the radar mission -- great job! But then the bat rescue and rehab; over the top for content. Seriously, great rescue, great filming/editing. Thank you so much for sharing this incredible day.
We were so happy that y'all were able to save the bat! Our hearts sank when the bat fell to the ground. We were happy to know that it was okay and is doing well now!
What you must understand is the "banana hammock" would never fail while lowering the old radome. It would have failed when raising the new radome.
Came for the radar, stayed for the bat! Thanks for caring so much, and for taking the opportunity to spread great information about these often misunderstood animals.
😁 There should be more memes based on Jason's pearls of wisdom. Like when faced with tricky tasks, ask: "Is this going to break my banana hammock?" 😂. Or, why one should do something because it's "Good for the bat, good for the boat!" 🦇
Tony & Susan here, you never fail to amaze. We laughed and enjoyed all the new info on fruit bats. Never thought we would like bats.
Awww that was so amazing that you all cared to that bat .showing the world even little things matter .Nice job 💙
You guys are awesome saving that helpless little bat😢 That brought tears to my eyes and now I don't despise bats like I used to lol!
Applaud the never ending lessons of mother nature. A treasure.
Once again your love for living things makes this my favorite sailing channel. May the sea gods bless your journey for the good things you do.
Sunday am ☕☕☕ with Nikki and Jason!! Love you guys! 💖✨
My favourite bat fact. Bats hang upside down to launch into flight - they can't fly off the ground like birds. If they land on the ground they will climb a tree to launch again.
I never would of thought of a bat as cute....you guys are spreading love and kindness to all