Pilot Flies 700 Miles for Prince Edward Island Clams

If you enjoy our content and want to help us to continue creating; consider buying us a couple gallons of AvGas: Ko-fi.com/glenshangar In this episode of Glen's Hangar, I'm flying my Cessna 172 on a mission to Prince Edward Island (PEI). This isn't just any flight; we’re battling low ceilings and flying an IFR approach right down to minimums into Charlottetown. Once safely on the ground, the real adventure begins as we head to a secret location in Cardigan to go bar clamming with a local expert, Keith. We explore the beautiful red dirt roads and tidal flats of Canada's East Coast, learning the generational secrets of digging for bar clams and spotting local wildlife like razor clams and lobsters. After a successful day on the sandbars, we talk local stories and find the best spot for a bowl of authentic PEI clam chowder. Finally, we gear up for a challenging departure with heavy headwinds as we continue the "Give Hope Wings" 2026 trip toward Halifax. To go clammin' or fishing with Kieth: https://www.peiflyfishing.ca/services/ In this video: Low visibility IFR flight and landing in Charlottetown (CYYG). Expert tips for bar clamming on the PEI coast. Exploring the heritage and family stories of Cardigan, PEI. Aviation insights on flight planning with heavy headwinds. Supporting Hope Air and the Give Hope Wings mission. Check out Keith’s excursions and tackle shop here: 00:00 Intro: Flying to a Secret Location in PEI 00:30 Taking Off: St. John to Charlottetown 01:45 IFR Approach: Navigating Low Visibility 03:52 Landing at Minimums: Touching Down in PEI 06:10 Why I’m in Cardigan (Mission Explained) 06:53 Meeting Keith: The Expert Clammer 08:12 Wildlife Spotting: Razor Clams & Lobsters 09:19 How to Find Clams: Signs in the Sand 11:59 PEI Heritage: Generations of Clamming 12:39 Digging for "Giant" Bar Clams 14:06 Success! My First PEI Clam Catch 15:40 Finding Clams Solo (Testing My Skills) 18:23 Where to Find the Best Clam Chowder in PEI 20:00 The Giant Lobster Encounter 20:34 Challenging Departure: High Winds at CYYG 21:32 Battling a 61 MPH Headwind 22:25 Next Stop: The Difficult Leg to Halifax & Beyond If you enjoyed this aviation and travel vlog, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more adventures from the hangar! #aviation #pilot #PEI #clamming #IFR #Cessna172 #GiveHopeWings #CanadaEastCoast #FlightVlog #HopeAir 🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. https://lickd.co Jane Says by Jane's Addiction, https://t.lickd.co/l/v3DNkOG5lNq More info about Hope Air: https://hopeair.ca/ 2026 Hope Air Donation: http://www.hopeair.ca/glen Glen's Hangar is a channel dedicated to aviation, DIY maintenance, and Canadian travel. From cockpit views and IFR flight experiences in a Cessna 172 to behind-the-scenes looks at iconic brands like Canada Goose, I document the journey of a pilot and explorer. On this channel, you’ll find: Aviation: Flight vlogs, aircraft maintenance, and pilot perspectives. Explore Canada: Discovering unique locations, local industries, and hidden gems. The Hangar: Hands-on projects and mechanical insights. New videos every week—hit subscribe and fly along! Sky-high adventures and ground-level discoveries. Join Glen at Glen's Hangar for a look inside the world of general aviation, Cessna 172 missions, and unique explorations across the Great White North. From the cockpit to the factory floor, there’s always something new to discover. Blue skies and tailwinds! Other products that I've used to rebuild C-FMVU - solid companies that I enjoyed working with: EarthX Lithium Battery: https://earthxbatteries.com/glenshangar Dynon Avionics: https://www.dynoncertified.com/ Six Pack Aero: https://sixpackaero.com/ WingX: https://www.wingxstol.com/html/produc... Pro Pilot Autopilot By Trio Avionics: https://www.thestcgroupllc.com/pages/... ElectroAire electronic ignition: http://www.electroair.net Helix folding bike: https://helix.ca ⚠️ NOTE: These videos are edited for time and entertainment. Editing removes context and can remove safety checklists in the interest of time. Do not use these videos for, or in lieu of flight training.⚠️ #CanucksUnlimited #GlensHangar