Regarding the dogs. I lived in Sisimiut for three years and got to know Alfred Olsen, the first Greenlander in Sirius. And one to survive the disaster in 1968. Greenland is... Greenland is extreme. I have lived in Norway's mountains, and spent a lot of time on the Faeroes and Iceland. I thought I was a master of cold, extreme places. Greenland made me feel small and insignificant and helpless. A good "Bass" (boss/lead dog), rarely needs to fight or beat up the others. Only the weak ones do that, and get constantly challenged, or fear constantly for a challenge and thus beat up the others. It is a nightmare to not have a good Bass. I am certain the ones in Sirius all are or they cannot be used for such extreme demands as they get. The Greenlandic Dog is its own breed and is the link between dog and wolf. It is a more primitive dog than all domesticated breeds. Huskies and Malamutes (and Pitbulls) seem weak compared to these absolute beasts. They are so extremely tough, but also primitive, and every year kids who walk into a team or drunkards falling over in one, gets mauled- often to death. I have seen teams fight and it is not pleasant to behold. I love these sweet dogs, but I am also wary of them as the predators they are. The ones used in Sirius are a sub-breed apart that is carefully selected for size, toughness and character, as they have to endure even worse conditions than others and still cooperate with the human. And when a team runs well and cooperates well it is a great sight and experience. My colleague and friend jesper often took me out, and his dogs were mostly great, sweet and cooperative, and he loves them. But they were also the ones fighting to blood spurted all over and we feared we had to shoot an injured dog. And yes, 85% or so of Greenland is above the Arctic Circle, dark all winter, light all summer. It is the light that drives you insane. This is Greenland, and it is a harsh place. And the most beautiful place you can imagine, with the kindest people.
My uncle was in Sirius, many years ago. He didn't talk a lot about, only when My brothers and I went to serve in our respective military branches, he just said that we should enjoy every second, be a good buddy, be honest, and accept that you're responsible for your buddies safety first, then your own, if he's a good buddy, he has your safety as his prime objective.
I lived in Sisimiut for three years and got to know Alfred Olsen, the first Greenlander in Sirius. And one to survive the disaster in 1968. Greenland is... Greenland is extreme. I have lived in Norway's mountains, and spent a lot of time on the Faeroes and Iceland. I thought I was a master of cold, extreme places. Greenland made me feel small and insignificant and helpless.
@@PalleRasmussen, It is correct that he participated in a trip in the year 2000, but the general fact is that the other ‘real’ members were very impressed by him. It is good to know that our king wears his uniform because he has earned it, not just because he is the king.
@@badfaceday7509 indeed. I happen to know both a Frø and an officer in Jægerkorpset. They both know people who trained him, and according to them he only pulled ranks once. Which was when someone went easy on him.
@@PalleRasmussen oh yes, when on base, he was just one of the guys. I have been drinking a couple of beers with him, when he got his training as a pilot i Karup on the old T-17. if you titulated him othervise than “Pingo” or “Frede” he was unhappy. He was just one of the boys. At that time I was a lieutenant myself, and therefore we often had 5-10 guys in either the sergeant's or the officers' mess.
@@badfaceday7509 Sgt Mess is always the best ;-) He probably knew that as well. I had a few beers in Karup's myself back in 1988 when I got HJV GF1 there.
The two matches pointing out of a matchbox, is so that it's easier to grab a match with frozen fingers. One Sirius Patrol member made it to a cabin in distress, but died because he couldn't get the matches out of the matchbox. True story from a Sirius documentary from the 80s or 90s.
Greenland dogs are known as the hardest breed of dog to train, globally speaking. They won't obey your commands unless you've established yourself as an alpha over their pack, even though they're akin to huskies and malamutes. Greenland dogs will only take orders from someone truly in control.😮
On meeting bears: if it’s black, fight back. Brown? Lie down. And if it’s white, goodnight. 😉 The dogs are also a big deterrent when it comes to polar bear encounters.
I just got this recommended in my feed. I do not know if you are aware of it but the process to be elected for Sirius are described in separate programs. That selection process are a serious needle eye for the extremely few.
As a dane myself, i admire these young guys joining the Sirius Patrol. Im a former soldier, but would never have the strength or mental capabilities to do this job.
The male polarbear is the largest and weighs an average of 500 kg, but can weigh up to 800-1000 kg. From snout to tip of tail, it measures up to 2.9 meters; standing on its hind legs it can reach a height of 3-4 m tall. So yes, better to keep a distance;o)
Well most of the Nordics get little darkness during the summer in Denmark at the height of summer we only get a couple hours of night which is why curtains are very important here XD
these dogs are really the core of this operation. they are not house pets. working dogs doing what they love!! 😀 insanely strong and they love to pull 😀 you have to dig deep in yourself in order to do this. Greenland is no joke! beautiful and terrifying at the same time...
Me and another guy rode dogsled in greenland. He just "took over" the dogs so they dident really respect him yet and defently not me. Was a very tough ride were we had to work harder than the dogs haha
The Malamut breed is one of the few species that are closely related to its ancestors, the wolf. They are not easy to have as a pet, think of them as a work animal. Also better as a pact than solo. Across the polar circle no other dog species are allowed in greenland.
The Sirus patrol don't use malamutes, they use the "greenland dog", which is the Original Inuit sleeddog, and is actually closer to the wolf then the malamute. All non-native animals are forbidden to brink to the national park, which most of Greenland actually are.
In Greenland no other dogs than the sleigh dogs are allowed north of the artic Circle, to preserve the race as pure as it is. An impressive dog you need to respect. But the pups are soooo cute and they love talking to you, if the owner a lows.
A dog with a really thick fur, and the harnesses are tight, i got frostbite in all my finger tips trying to help putting on the harnesses. And that was after just 30 mins with only a thin glove on and just minus 20 degrees, you need to respect the weather in the winter.
As you probertly allready know by now, King Frederik of Denmark. Had gone throug first Frogmen and then Sirius Partol selection on equal terms with ordenary people …no royalty discount, and made both forces. His is both a Frogman and Sirius specialist for life now, have done 5 years as a frogman and 2 years in Sirius patrol. That what makes a viking warrior King, giving all for god and country -material not like King Charles, just being born into it. Who would you follow to the Worlds end, Frederik or Charles No royalty there, the People’s King as we celebate him. Danes still got the spirit and currage dictated by their viking heriage, as well as some of the northen of the British Islands. You got the beserk bloodline from the north, where we would rather die a gloryus death than of age
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It's two years because it is highly specialized. The first year you are the new guy in a two man team. The second year you are the experienced one.
as from Denmark it allways making me pround to see stuff like this
Regarding the dogs. I lived in Sisimiut for three years and got to know Alfred Olsen, the first Greenlander in Sirius. And one to survive the disaster in 1968. Greenland is... Greenland is extreme. I have lived in Norway's mountains, and spent a lot of time on the Faeroes and Iceland. I thought I was a master of cold, extreme places. Greenland made me feel small and insignificant and helpless.
A good "Bass" (boss/lead dog), rarely needs to fight or beat up the others. Only the weak ones do that, and get constantly challenged, or fear constantly for a challenge and thus beat up the others. It is a nightmare to not have a good Bass. I am certain the ones in Sirius all are or they cannot be used for such extreme demands as they get.
The Greenlandic Dog is its own breed and is the link between dog and wolf. It is a more primitive dog than all domesticated breeds. Huskies and Malamutes (and Pitbulls) seem weak compared to these absolute beasts. They are so extremely tough, but also primitive, and every year kids who walk into a team or drunkards falling over in one, gets mauled- often to death. I have seen teams fight and it is not pleasant to behold. I love these sweet dogs, but I am also wary of them as the predators they are. The ones used in Sirius are a sub-breed apart that is carefully selected for size, toughness and character, as they have to endure even worse conditions than others and still cooperate with the human. And when a team runs well and cooperates well it is a great sight and experience. My colleague and friend jesper often took me out, and his dogs were mostly great, sweet and cooperative, and he loves them. But they were also the ones fighting to blood spurted all over and we feared we had to shoot an injured dog.
And yes, 85% or so of Greenland is above the Arctic Circle, dark all winter, light all summer. It is the light that drives you insane.
This is Greenland, and it is a harsh place. And the most beautiful place you can imagine, with the kindest people.
My uncle was in Sirius, many years ago. He didn't talk a lot about, only when My brothers and I went to serve in our respective military branches, he just said that we should enjoy every second, be a good buddy, be honest, and accept that you're responsible for your buddies safety first, then your own, if he's a good buddy, he has your safety as his prime objective.
I lived in Sisimiut for three years and got to know Alfred Olsen, the first Greenlander in Sirius. And one to survive the disaster in 1968. Greenland is... Greenland is extreme. I have lived in Norway's mountains, and spent a lot of time on the Faeroes and Iceland. I thought I was a master of cold, extreme places. Greenland made me feel small and insignificant and helpless.
The ropes they are using are breakropes, look how he puts it on the front end of a sleed to slow it down a bit
Quite certain they are for steering. as a dane, i heard him say that the front man steers.
No , they are acting as a break. Throw it around the front end of one of the sled runners and it acts as a break.
Becoming a member of Sirius is one of my goals for the future. I hope I'll someday make it. Would be incredible🤩
The ropes are for braking down the sleigh by throwing them under the slides making it heavier for the dogs, like at 15:55
Our king Frederik was in Sirius and he was also in frogman corps.
He was not in Sirius. He "just" went on a patrol with them.
@@PalleRasmussen, It is correct that he participated in a trip in the year 2000, but the general fact is that the other ‘real’ members were very impressed by him. It is good to know that our king wears his uniform because he has earned it, not just because he is the king.
@@badfaceday7509 indeed. I happen to know both a Frø and an officer in Jægerkorpset. They both know people who trained him, and according to them he only pulled ranks once. Which was when someone went easy on him.
@@PalleRasmussen oh yes, when on base, he was just one of the guys. I have been drinking a couple of beers with him, when he got his training as a pilot i Karup on the old T-17. if you titulated him othervise than “Pingo” or “Frede” he was unhappy. He was just one of the boys. At that time I was a lieutenant myself, and therefore we often had 5-10 guys in either the sergeant's or the officers' mess.
@@badfaceday7509 Sgt Mess is always the best ;-) He probably knew that as well. I had a few beers in Karup's myself back in 1988 when I got HJV GF1 there.
The two matches pointing out of a matchbox, is so that it's easier to grab a match with frozen fingers. One Sirius Patrol member made it to a cabin in distress, but died because he couldn't get the matches out of the matchbox.
True story from a Sirius documentary from the 80s or 90s.
Greenland dogs are known as the hardest breed of dog to train, globally speaking. They won't obey your commands unless you've established yourself as an alpha over their pack, even though they're akin to huskies and malamutes.
Greenland dogs will only take orders from someone truly in control.😮
The rope is the break... they have it ready at all times, and they throw in over the howes of the sled to break it down... handbreak
On meeting bears: if it’s black, fight back. Brown? Lie down. And if it’s white, goodnight. 😉
The dogs are also a big deterrent when it comes to polar bear encounters.
I just got this recommended in my feed. I do not know if you are aware of it but the process to be elected for Sirius are described in separate programs. That selection process are a serious needle eye for the extremely few.
The new Danish king has done this and the frogmen 💪
As a dane myself, i admire these young guys joining the Sirius Patrol. Im a former soldier, but would never have the strength or mental capabilities to do this job.
The rope circles are for breaking.. They throw them on the rime of the sledge.. You see it in the video 15:05 ->
You know,when selected to SAS,you are special. But elected by,who served in Greenland as a very few selected you are a unique serviceman.
The rope they carry is a brake for the sledge
Cool that you react on this :D
Thank you, glad that you are enjoying it
The male polarbear is the largest and weighs an average of 500 kg, but can weigh up to 800-1000 kg. From snout to tip of tail, it measures up to 2.9 meters; standing on its hind legs it can reach a height of 3-4 m tall. So yes, better to keep a distance;o)
Insane, that is huge and definitely stay away. Thank you.
They do breed their own, heavy dogs, and the risk that all dogs die at one time, is limited, unlike some mechanical, transport equipment!
Well most of the Nordics get little darkness during the summer in Denmark at the height of summer we only get a couple hours of night which is why curtains are very important here XD
It is actually possible to go there several times x 2 years. A few have done it. My mom's husband were there for two years 40 years ago.
these dogs are really the core of this operation. they are not house pets. working dogs doing what they love!! 😀 insanely strong and they love to pull 😀 you have to dig deep in yourself in order to do this. Greenland is no joke! beautiful and terrifying at the same time...
Going on a dogsleigh is something everyone should try, you feel the nature, you feel small and it's quite meditativ...
You forgot the constant farting coming your way.
Oh yeah 😂 small price to pay 😉
Me and another guy rode dogsled in greenland. He just "took over" the dogs so they dident really respect him yet and defently not me. Was a very tough ride were we had to work harder than the dogs haha
Really interesting to watch!
I guess I spent too much time on TH-cam to have noticed this on Danish TV.
It’s a great series so far isn’t it, really enjoying it
It's on DRTV app for free.
@@akyhne I know, but didn't get into it before I saw this on TH-cam. I think I saw part of the last episode on TV. Ellers tak!
The Malamut breed is one of the few species that are closely related to its ancestors, the wolf. They are not easy to have as a pet, think of them as a work animal. Also better as a pact than solo.
Across the polar circle no other dog species are allowed in greenland.
The Sirus patrol don't use malamutes, they use the "greenland dog", which is the Original Inuit sleeddog, and is actually closer to the wolf then the malamute. All non-native animals are forbidden to brink to the national park, which most of Greenland actually are.
In Greenland no other dogs than the sleigh dogs are allowed north of the artic Circle, to preserve the race as pure as it is. An impressive dog you need to respect. But the pups are soooo cute and they love talking to you, if the owner a lows.
A dog with a really thick fur, and the harnesses are tight, i got frostbite in all my finger tips trying to help putting on the harnesses. And that was after just 30 mins with only a thin glove on and just minus 20 degrees, you need to respect the weather in the winter.
2 years are correct. its highly specialized
Det er simpelthen FOR sjovt; 100 danskere der skriver på engelsk - for at forklare Sirius patruljen til hinanden 😂😂😂
Yeah, odd to write in Danish to each other, so that others with the same questions can get an answer. Really odd, right?!
@@akyhne but here’s the thing; There are really no questions asked - only Danes like yourself explaining stuff to other Danes…in English…🇩🇰
Danish Frogmen applicants burn 5000 calories during Hell Week. Sirus? 8000!
Not true. Frogmen apprentices are fewd 12.000 calories a day, just to keep up.
yea they are allso pretty badass
As you probertly allready know by now, King Frederik of Denmark. Had gone throug first Frogmen and then Sirius Partol selection on equal terms with ordenary people …no royalty discount, and made both forces. His is both a Frogman and Sirius specialist for life now, have done 5 years as a frogman and 2 years in Sirius patrol. That what makes a viking warrior King, giving all for god and country -material not like King Charles, just being born into it. Who would you follow to the Worlds end, Frederik or Charles
No royalty there, the People’s King as we celebate him. Danes still got the spirit and currage dictated by their viking heriage, as well as some of the northen of the British Islands. You got the beserk bloodline from the north, where we would rather die a gloryus death than of age
Danish dogs they call them. Just a little too freindly and cute. I have seen sleddogs living in quite different conditions and being a lot less petty
omg awesome
Hey. Let's get it.
Hey how’s it going
Cool 🆒😎😊
2:06 i believe it 2 year's 1 year for Apple Computer's and 1 year for Apple Mobile's.🫡🤑🤩🤗