Adventure Alaska
Adventure Alaska
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My Flight Was Going Great Until a Major Mistake Changed Everything
What happens when Mother Nature throws everything she's got at you? Join me as I set out to fly the Hawkwagon, my trusty Cessna 170, from Alaska to the lower 48-a journey that's supposed to take just two days....But relentless bad weather turns it into a four-day ordeal filled with unexpected challenges and tough decisions.
Navigating low ceilings, freezing fog, and ever-changing conditions along the Alcan Highway, I face critical choices, like abandoning the iconic "trench" route due to deteriorating weather and instead crossing the continental divide-a move that pushes me beyond my comfort zone.
Throughout the journey, frustration mounts as delays pile up, and I begin to question whether I'll ever reach my destination. Yet, amidst the setbacks, I rediscover what this adventure is truly about-the journey itself.
Just when it seems like things are finally turning around, an unforeseen crisis threatens to derail the entire trip. Faced with a pivotal decision, I'm left wondering: Is this the end of the journey, or just another hurdle to overcome?
Don't miss this gripping episode to find out how quickly plans can change when you're chasing the horizon.
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Follow along for behind-the-scenes moments, epic photos, and updates from our latest Alaskan explorations: therealbrettbaker
Be part of the adventure: adventureak.com/FlyWithMe
Here's the gear we're using in this video:
Jackery Portable Power Station - amzn.to/4eS4wLv
DJI Mini 4 Pro - amzn.to/3LqGSsg
Bose A30 Aviation Headset - amzn.to/4cLosOo
GoPro HERO12 Black - amzn.to/3Ld901K
Re-Fuel Case for GoPro - amzn.to/3RWZYtE
Insta360 X4 - amzn.to/3W9VAd3
10' Insta360 Selfie Stick - amzn.to/4eUooh5
Apps that I use everyday while flying and adventuring
Flight Planning and Logbook - foreflight.com
Land Use and Ownership - www.onxmaps.com
Spotify, Music on the Go - spotify.com
SoundCloud - soundcloud.com
#bushplane #stol #alaska #bushpilot
Check out Geoff's Channel - @GeoffOliver61N
00:00 Intro
00:29 Whitehorse to Watson Lake
05:16 Adventure Roasters Coffee
07:34 Starlink Saves The Day
10:50 Dawson Creek
12:38 Inflight Entertainment Via Starlink
14:04 The Worst Turbulence of the Trip
17:00 Into the Mountain Wave
18:40 Back on US Soil!
20:25 Is this the end of the journey?
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  • @trevorclayton6247
    @trevorclayton6247 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Every flying day is a learning experience! 👍😎

  • @mikeryan6277
    @mikeryan6277 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Filmed in Wilmington North Carolina

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nope. Never been there.

    • @mikeryan6277
      @mikeryan6277 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ lol, I meant Dawson’s Creek was filmed there. You asked in the vid.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ ohhhhhh! Thank you! I didn’t think it was filmed in Dawson creek, but I’m wrong a lot!

  • @DebHill-n4e
    @DebHill-n4e วันที่ผ่านมา

    😊 ❤ 1:09

  • @josesbox9555
    @josesbox9555 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I need to mirror your trip soon in a PA-11. Slightly slower. 😂

  • @donlowe7093
    @donlowe7093 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Always carry an extra credit card in a separate pocket

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The irony here is that I USUALLY do. 3 weeks prior to this trip my 2 year old “relocated” my wallet and I had to grab that extra card from the plane until I found where she had hidden my wallet. I never put the card back in the plane.

  • @donlowe7093
    @donlowe7093 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You can find excitement in Dawson Creek!but life is like you make it!

  • @yellowcubdriver9545
    @yellowcubdriver9545 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’ve never bought anything from you tube. But tell me how to get your coffee

  • @pslaathaug
    @pslaathaug 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Let me know when you get K-cups! Please!

  • @kevinmichaeldoyle
    @kevinmichaeldoyle 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dihedral is what?

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Dihedral is the upward angle of the wings (or tail surface) from a horizontal axis. Dihedral makes aircraft more laterally stable, which means they are more stable when they roll left or right.

  • @michaelyoung1681
    @michaelyoung1681 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Geoff has the best videos!!❤❤

  • @JodelFlyer
    @JodelFlyer 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Enjoying the videos as I commented last time and yes, it’s about the journey!

  • @chip_malt
    @chip_malt 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the vids

  • @jeremystrout23
    @jeremystrout23 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What gorgeous views over the AlCan! Thanks for sharing your decision making process and the mistakes along the way. It's ALWAYS about the journey!

  • @GlensHangar
    @GlensHangar 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    12:55 It's about the Journey!!! Yes!

  • @fighterbomberMiG27
    @fighterbomberMiG27 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I loved this video from the first second. Scenario, camera work and text are done so professionally . My support and respect

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you very much. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch.

  • @cedricaron3949
    @cedricaron3949 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I fly floats in Southern Québec. Less beautiful, but flying floats is really fun there too!!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's always fun to fly floats, no matter where you are!

  • @airlandnsea
    @airlandnsea 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Helicopter

  • @rickunruh8132
    @rickunruh8132 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What do you do for money?

  • @coreyjamesmccauley2103
    @coreyjamesmccauley2103 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very cool video my friend. I look forward to following the adventure.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching Corey!! I'll be down in your neck of the woods soon :)

  • @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom
    @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Husband win!!!! We're moving to Alaska next year and now I gotta do this!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hahah it was a win and now she loves to camp! You're going to LOVE living up here!

  • @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom
    @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Get that flight review done and jump in the HawkWagon!

  • @airlandnsea
    @airlandnsea 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video man, you got a new subscriber. Very inspiring

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for watching! I'm always looking for ways to make life more adventurous, and I'm glad it's inspiring others!

  • @pilot6932
    @pilot6932 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Glad to hear Geoffs storey. Go Geoff! ✈️

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching! It's a great story and we're so lucky to have Geoff on this journey for a few more days.

  • @TrevorRomo
    @TrevorRomo 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love your content, I’ve got a similar story about flying and how I got into it as well, I’m in NW Alberta , if you’re ever following the Alcan highway and need a place to stay I’m in Grande Prairie Alberta. I just sold my 170B and just bought a Amphib , can’t wait for next year to go do mountain lake exploring ! Keep the videos coming. Ps I’d love one of your hats !

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! In the latest video I actually went right over the top of Grand Prairie. We stayed in Dawson Creek, then Springbank. I'll keep you posted if we come back up your way in summer. I'd love to see the amphib! Also, working on getting the hats and other merch lined up for around the first of the year.

  • @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom
    @thefearlesspursuitoffreedom 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Big Johnstone Lake is so badass. I want some land out that way!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Big Johnstone is really awesome, this was at Little Johnstone... and I know of a parcel for sale there. You'd need to talk to Kurt, but it's on the market.

  • @WarrenKimpel
    @WarrenKimpel 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    another nice video THANKS

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much!

  • @rickunruh8132
    @rickunruh8132 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another Alaska flyer with a friend who chews gum with his mouth open. Stop it. 😡

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sorry, I'll pre-screen my friends with a pack of gum going forward.

  • @Flightstar
    @Flightstar 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If been 5 min plus into this and have no idea where your starting from. Be nice to include a map at the introduction so we know where you are.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re right, I should have included a map sooner, it’s hard to follow otherwise!

    • @Flightstar
      @Flightstar 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @AdventureAK ok. Where is the airport you departed? . I like most TH-camrs have a short attention span.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      On this journey I departed out of Merrill Field in Anchorage.

    • @KevinPaulineNeal
      @KevinPaulineNeal 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I believe this is all unacceptable behaviour. 🫡

    • @Flightstar
      @Flightstar 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@KevinPaulineNeal haha. Good one! I agree!!

  • @cmtelobo1146
    @cmtelobo1146 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m currently the “too busy” guy saying no to every opportunity. Thanks for the video! It’s time for me to say yes to things!😊

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I was that guy for years. Trust me, make the time. It's worth it. Thanks for watching :)

  • @ArcticMayhem
    @ArcticMayhem 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love hearing Geoff's story. It's great to see people winning their battles.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      As you know, because you know Geoff, he's an incredible human. I'm so incredibly lucky to get to be his friend, and to have him in my life.

  • @JodelFlyer
    @JodelFlyer 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really enjoyed this first part of your adventure. Thanks for posting

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

  • @JNakamura2415
    @JNakamura2415 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for sharing that Geoff!! You are so brave! Both of you please Keep saying Yes to adventure! ❤

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you John for helping me get that story out to everyone. :)

  • @deansibley5508
    @deansibley5508 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I watched the whole video i didn't hear you say anything about little Johnstone. Did i miss it. Is Kirk the guy that crashed the maule at Spencer glacier in 2006?

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No idea 🤷‍♂️ might have to ask him. Most of the time I don’t name the places I fly out of respect for the other Alaskan aviators.

  • @lawsadventures4155
    @lawsadventures4155 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What engine do you have in phil?

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Phil has an O-320-A2B with Borer prop. He's not the sportiest, but he gets the job done ;)

  • @dustindickerson
    @dustindickerson 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Like your shades. What model of oakleys are they?

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! They're the Oakley Holbrook. I've got far too many pairs of them, but these ones in particular have the Prizm Shallow Water Iridium Polarized lens that I love to use for float flying. I'm a bit of a sunglasses addict, but I justify it by saying that I always have the right pair for the day.

  • @AlphaKilo.Warrior
    @AlphaKilo.Warrior 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing views, nice 😎 bro. Great editing

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @bradgoff7301
    @bradgoff7301 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Helicopter

  • @trevorclayton6247
    @trevorclayton6247 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yeah, you are not getting any policy discounts this year…😂 Amazing place!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No kidding! It was a tight squeeze, but she was wrong! I told my insurance provider to never watch any of my videos :)

  • @trevorclayton6247
    @trevorclayton6247 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great shot! You make it look easy.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ha! That was actually my friend Josh flying! He does make it look easy! He is a FAR better pilot than I am.

    • @trevorclayton6247
      @trevorclayton6247 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ I have been getting a few instructed hours in a Citabria. I want to get some bush flying in when I come up but this spring I’m spending most of my time clearing some Alders. I have a dream of one day putting a small strip on my 80 acres. Looks like I can do about 2,300ft.

  • @scottfrank726
    @scottfrank726 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yes get the Grumman Widgeon. They are a great airplane for Alaska.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It is VERY high on my list.

  • @trevorclayton6247
    @trevorclayton6247 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! FYI I have some cool pics of your plane.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! I'd love to see them! If you're on instagram I'm instagram.com/therealbrettbaker or if you hit the "about" section my email address is in there. :)

    • @trevorclayton6247
      @trevorclayton6247 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@AdventureAK I left you a message on IG. Keep up the great content!👍✈️

  • @WarrenKimpel
    @WarrenKimpel 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    did I hear a hint that later this winter you will show some snow sky adventures?

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yep! We're putting Phil on skis to be able to go enjoy the snow. It's going to be a great winter!

  • @WarrenKimpel
    @WarrenKimpel 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    another nice video THANKS

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm glad you liked it!

  • @ArcticMayhem
    @ArcticMayhem 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I got just under 50 hours on floats in the 170 this summer. I would have flown more but weather and work made it tough. Hopefully ski season will be awesome this winter.

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The weather was tough this summer. 50 hours is honestly a great amount of time. Ski season should be epic this year :)

  • @HireHumansOfficial
    @HireHumansOfficial 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another super fun video... It's so much fun to watch Phil fly! Can't wait to see him on ski's! 🎿

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!!! I’m excited for skis too! I'll try to get some footage as soon as possible!

  • @ilyavirkovski3804
    @ilyavirkovski3804 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, I rarely get so excited about watching a video on TH-cam! You are doing something incredible and truly living life to the fullest. I’m eager to fulfill my childhood dream of flying, and I genuinely believe that Alaska is a magical place to make it happen. Hopefully, in the near future, I’ll find a way to make it a reality!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for taking the time to watch. I'm really trying to share my love of aviation and my love of Alaska with people just like you, so I'm glad you enjoyed it. Alaska is magical. I'm not from here originally, but just like you, I realized that Alaska was the place to truly enjoy aviation. Keep following that dream. Make it a reality. Let me tell you that it's 1000% worth going for. Until then, hopefully I can keep motivating you from the cockpit of my plane, showing you what you have to look forward to. Thanks again for watching. Seriously.

  • @justgoneflying
    @justgoneflying หลายเดือนก่อน

    Damn, dude! That's one heck of a trip and I'm so here for it!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's going to be a LONG trip. Can't wait to show you what I find along the way!

  • @2015bman9
    @2015bman9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where are you?😅

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not in Reno any longer :)

    • @2015bman9
      @2015bman9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AdventureAK I see because a lot of snow❄️⛄️⛄️

  • @aaronjohansson5877
    @aaronjohansson5877 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow!! I am from Washington State, but I was up where those dirt bikers and off-road vehicles were last month. Hard to beat that location for anything outdoors. We brought a tent sauna and used it on the glacier water as well. This video just convinced me to buy another plane ticket to Alaska! Great video!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's awesome! Glad you're enjoying the videos! Maybe we'll run into you next time I'm out there.

  • @patrickferguson5928
    @patrickferguson5928 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an epic adventure! I just got back last weekend camping with the family on the eastside. Fished the upper Owens and Hot Creek and landed a nice brown…maybe 16”. Enjoy!

    • @AdventureAK
      @AdventureAK หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'll reach out to you here shortly. I fished the east walker a couple weeks ago. That's incredible that you pulled a 16" brown out of hot creek! I think the most I've ever gotten out of there is a sub 12" native brown.