Hello Spring, Goodbye Winter | Life in Alaska
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.พ. 2025
- Spring awakens in Alaska, everchanging clouds fill the sky and the annual thaw, known as spring break up, is rapidly taking place. We embrace the changing seasons and welcome Spring.
We appreciate you tagging along for our Alaskan adventure 😀
Thank you for watching and supporting our channel! 💙
Eric & Arielle Illia
Music By Epidemic Sound:
Realization - Valter Nowak
Deep In Thought - Sam Eber
(っ◔◡◔)っ ♥ 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐭𝐬𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐢𝐞 𝐃𝐲𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐞: ♥ www.etsy.com/s...
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐 𝑨𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒌𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐞! 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐲:
⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇ www.createphot...
Visit our Amazon store to see the products we use and recommend:
www.amazon.com...
Our Amazon affiliate link if you wish to support our channel: amzn.to/2Xi9CvE
Products used in this video:
Dji Mavic Pro Platinum Drone: amzn.to/3ki9hTQ
Dog Jackets: amzn.to/3v175WJ
Sap Spiles: amzn.to/3vAdZS4
Leatherman Wingman: amzn.to/3vKwGT8
Mini Camp Stove: amzn.to/3EPOJva
You can also support us through PayPal at: www.paypal.me/...
Don't want to miss an episode? You can 🅢🅤🅑🅢🅒🅡🅘🅑🅔 here: / simplelivingalaska
Our most popular playlist: • Eggs Benedict on the F...
𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐚 -
𝑊𝑒𝑏𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑒: www.simplelivi...
𝐹𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑏𝑜𝑜𝑘: / simplelivingalaska
𝐼𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚: / simplelivingalaska
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬 -
𝑀𝑎𝑖𝑙:
Simple Living Alaska
PO Box 506
Willow, AK 99688
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Spring has arrived in Alaska! We welcome a new baby chick to the flock and are looking forward to many more hatching in the upcoming weeks. For the chicken lovers out there, what is your favorite breed of chicken? 🐓
We wish you a wonderful day wherever you are in the world! Thank you for watching 😊
~ Eric & Arielle
American breese a heritage breed large breasted & go broody & raise their own!
Red comb
White body
Blue legs!
320 eggs a year average
Are fried and barbecued, breeds? 🙄
Greetings from Uzbekistan 🇺🇿 Samarkand city
Don't really have a favorite breed yet as I've only been into chickens for a year. I got some barnyard mixed chickens from a friend and I just love them! Hatched out my first batch of chicks this spring and am expecting a 2nd batch in a few days! In my batch coming up I have a salmon faverolle, lavender Orpington, Buff Brahma, Swedish Flower Hen and a couple of barnyard mixed eggs.
We here in Minnesota have lost many, many flocks to Avian Flu. Eggs are up to $3.00 per dozen. Seriously considering starting a coop. Looking forward to hearing favorite breeds.
I am absolutely in love with your guys' intros. It's insane how much better your cinematography has gotten over the years. Every video I just keep getting more and more impressed with how beautiful of shots you get. Thanks for sharing with us :D
Right? They just get better and better and they were already breathtaking to begin with
The inside of the glacier is just AWESOME.
It's sure easy to see why you love living in Alaska. What a spectacular, breathtakingly beautiful place! Your filming is A+++! Thank you😌
On point and so epic
My favorite part of the videos is when Eric sometimes says “it’s a nice warm day” while against the background of a snow covered mountain in Alaska 😂😂 beautiful shots Arielle! Captivating, truly. 💜✨
and hes all bundled up yep I thought the exact same thing haha.
It's a nice warm day... for Alaska
It's "Alaska warm" lol
Snowy, sunny days can give a pretty crispy sunburn. Ask me how I know, lol.
I agree! It's so funny! Eric's idea of "warm" and MY idea of "warm" is about 40 degrees off!
I swear Arielle looks younger and younger- I think it must be the huge smile you always have on your face; it’s so clear to see how much pleasure you get from the natural world, and it makes it so much easier for us viewers to share the joy that you’re so obviously getting from simple things in life. You two are both amazing, but as a woman I find Arielle’s whole vibe so inspirational ^^
Hey you two! Epic scene shots, as always. Awesome editing as well. Looking forward to seeing your garden grow once again!
I’ve enjoyed watching your channel for sometime. It’s crazy because I’m definitely a city woman, but I appreciate your lifestyle, your hard work, and the wilderness. Thanks for sharing your year round activities. I’m always thrilled to see how much your love for each other, your animals, and Alaska brings the beauty of this world to the rest of us.
Hey, my favorite peeps! I haven't even watched the video but I can tell you I really needed a video from you guys😊 You make the world better by just being a part of it. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. They are beautiful, peaceful, and fun. I'm always learning something from you two. Thank you💖
Woohoo! These vlogs make my heart happy😊💜
Same here!
Yes! 💖
I love that we all can go into a Simple Living Alaska bubble, and just for a moment all is right in the world 💚🌎. This family brings so much love and healing by sharing their lives.... it's so beautiful!
The footage took my breath away and transported me to a place I might never see in person. For that alone - I thank you so very much ❤️.
Really enjoyed the mountain top view. Simply breathtaking!! Arielle, the cinnamon rolls looked delicious. Eric sure loved them! Glad you have replaced the lost hive. Hope they make it thru the next winter. Hope the rest of the eggs hatch. Thanks for sharing another fantastic video with us.
You guys have heard thus many times..but again the scenery is absolutely breathtaking! I swear National Geo should be paying you! you guys have shown us Alaska in ways most of us would have never seen. I love this channel ❤️
I do not like cold that much BUT your open space, fresh air and relaxing lifestyle help me while I am watching but at the same time.. it HURTS so much to not have the same(similar) !!!!!!! Forgive me! I really wish you all the best!!!! I just want to stop crying.. and I am coming to conclusion that it doesn't matter HOW it could stop..
New chicks, new bees, Hooligan soon, birch sap coolers - Spring has Sprung!
Can't wait for Hooligan this year 😃
Never comment on yalls videos but I just want to say how much joy and relaxation these bring me 😌 I can’t wait to see the garden this year and watch all those chicks grow up! Sending love (and birthday wishes) from the RGV in South Texas !
I always love the view from Hatcher’s (in the 80s there’d be a zillion people up there to watch all the hang-gliders who used to jump down back then). Your take on this place is beautiful and much appreciated! I love how much you both participate in the wonder of Alaska.
I’m so excited to see the spring project and that beautiful garden come to life!
Happy birthday Eric. 🎂 This was just an epic video. Spectacular scenery, wonderful food & a new family addition. Of all the homestead videos I watch you 2 have the most beautiful chickens, hands down.
Thank you so much for that glorious intro. You bring everyone along with you to see some of the most beautiful vistas with a really nice musical accompaniment. Very calming in this crazy world. It’s much appreciated.
BTW: The State of Alaska tourism board should be sending you checks for the amazing job you’re doing spotlighting the state. I never knew Alaska was that gorgeous.
People if ur not watching this on the big screen ur missing the whole story! Amzing video guys! You sure are making some amzing memories to remember when ur old!!! 💜💕❤️
Never thought to use a marshmallow when adding our queens! So smart!
Everything you presented here was absolutely beautiful. I could feel your words, music, your hens, dogs, and cat, your baking, your fun together on top of the mountain was all done with love. You are both a blessing as you share your life with all of us.
Happy birthday Eric - may you have many more and all healthy and exciting. I loved the regal shots of Mr. Bandit. Great video, Bandit, Bo, Bees, Baby Chick (it's a B movie/video) and as always handsome Mr. Kitty.
3:10 mountains for days...makes my heart happy.
Your mama hen was so calm and allowed you to handle her chick. She is a chill chook! The cinnamon rolls looked fantabulous!! I love my Buff Orpingtons and Plymouth Barred Rocks are just as friendly.
I am so thankful you share your experiences with me ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I think your channel is the best on TH-cam. Your shots and the video editing are spot on - and the two of you are so inspiring. Thank you - this feeds my soul :-)
Happy new season! Awesome footage once again. It is always such a delight to see the beauty through your eyes. Thank you!
I was helping a friend install packages into 3 new hives. Had finished & taken off suite. Went back out to look at his raised bed, & there happen to be some old empty frames with honey & wax. The girls thought we wanted in on the action & did a Mike Tyson on my eye. So I looked like I went a MMA round. I’m sporting it like a badge of honor!! Still gotta love’em. SAVE THE BEES!!!
Love your photography! Alaska is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing with us.
THIS is the BEST off-grid channel on TH-cam in my humble opinion. Been following since your first video in Alaska. Inspirational. And I can’t wait to see you two hit 1 MILLION subscribers!
Oh I just love love to see the mean chicken...lol...when Eric trys ro check under her and she pecks him...I laugh every time. Tks guys for the many times ya have made my day. Love from NC
Last video I watched that part in slow mo 😅
Oh how beautiful
LOVE THE CONTENT!!!!!! KEEP IT COMING!!! FROM TEXAS LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!
Oh my gosh the little baby chick is adorable!!
I had to chuckle at driving for an hour and a half with a beehive in your lap!
I think that one of the coolest things Alaska has, is you. 🧚♀️
I can't wait to see the rest of your new chicks! It's so hard to pick a favorite breed. Our barred Plymouth rocks are very social and friendly, we have a copper Maran that's an absolute sweetheart, and our Easter Eggers are soo smart & clever. Breathtaking footage at the beginning..What an amazing adventure to celebrate spring!
Happy birthday Eric, thanks for the ride on the mountain was just like being there!
You know what we love about you guys living in Alaska??? The answer is you sharing all your adventures with us !! Love you guys !! Thanks for all you do !! Take care of your wonderful selves!!
Hooray! A new video! Love your content...and lifestyle!
Your life is so pure, it is hard to explain how beautiful I find it in this day and age! Guess I am just getting old! Love your videos!
I love that I get to see a state that I will probably never get to visit…I am treated to your stunning videos and feel like I’ve almost been there! Thank you so much…and I love watching you both working on your home, garden, your dogs and just everything! Hugs from Texas!
baby chick, sooooo cute!
Today 64 degrees high, mid thirties low tonight. Half inch hail thunderstorm. Our greens are growing crazy. Tomatoes going in next weekend. How we do in Virginia. Alaska is awesome.
These standalone trellises are gorgeous and perfect for supporting those huge sunflowers. Imagine seeing these beauties in your garden just overflowing with gorgeous sunflowers! They’re really easy to build
Thank you for showing us the beauty of Alaska
Im only a minute into the video and I swear you are good enough at cinematography that you could film for National Geographic. What you film/produce just looks fantastic and the nature scenes are second to none.
Ariel I am experiencing Alaska through your eyes & channel. Without this I will never see it so Thank You both so much. Now back to the video Cheers Denise- Australia
Oh my god what a view
It has been SO difficult days, one after another!! And then, I've found your video and it has been SO conforting!! So, thanks a lot. God bless you both.
Wow 😯 that intro gave me goosebumps in the best way possible! Absolutely breathtaking
The colors on your chickens are my favorite...LOL! Take care kids, as always stunning video!
Cannot wait for the garden content!
Great videography. Alaska is beautiful in all seasons.
Opening scenes are spectacular!💜
The last of our snow just disappeared over the weekend, now hope we don't get a May long weekend blast. Used to love Mountain House chili but haven't seen it for decades. You probably know this, the higher the altitude the longer you have cook it. And finally you need to build an snow cave the next time your up that high and stay overnight. Lots of fun. Many, many years ago we would camp on the Alberta, B.C. border and watch the very first satellites pass over will while lying on the snow often with a small fire. Stay safe and have a great spring and summer.
Cuanta riqueza en ese lugar.. felicidades desde sur de América saludos
I just ❤️ Beau! He always has the most interesting looks on his furry face!!
The first time I went to Alaska was in 1975 when my father went to work on the pipeline. We traveled by ferry from Seattle to Valdez. The majority of the trip was misty and gloomy. When we got close to Valdez I was shocked to see how green it was. It was the most intense green I have ever seen, along with it was the first time the sun was out the entire trip. While in the Navy I have been to South America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and all over the USA, I have never seen any place as bright green as Southern Alaska in the spring. My childish expectation was it would be snowbound.
Excellent cinematography of all things nature!!
I commented almost a year ago about moving to Alaska in 2023. We’ve enacted phase 1 of our plan and we’re half way there. We should be there next spring!
Bo knows... Bandit's ready!... Pepper's like: Is it nap time yet?
I miss all those mountain ranges in Alaska. People think we have 'em here in WA State. What a great/healthy thirst quencher that birch sap must be.
BIG load of bees! Hope they're strong and able to endure winter.
Yup, .45-70 is GOOD medicine out in the wild this time of year. HONGRY Yogis out and about, not to mention wolves too.
Mmmmm... great lookin' baking there girl !
I love the Brahma Chickens, & Rhode Island Reds.
What a beautiful way to say goodbye to Winter & Hello to Spring. Eric, dinner looked amazing! The sweat rolls with a berry topping looked delicious Airial! Really loved your video with the aerial views. So beautiful, peaceful there. Cute 'lil chick. I hope you get lots more!
I always wanted to visit Alaska, through your videos I can experience Alaska the way I would have wanted. I bought your calendar last year and have enjoyed it. God bless.
That moment when you absolutely DUNKED the bees on top of the hive. My heart DROPPED so hard... Guess I'm not used to watching that kind of process, I was scared they'd just rage hard!
Your videography and music is mind blowingly awesome! In awe of the beauty Mother Nature delivers.
Sooo breathtakingly beautiful. Oh man I can't wait to see your garden spring to life. You guys make me want to taste that birch sap pretty badly, lol. Not to mention those giant honkin' cinnamon rolls! Drool! Those looked breathtakingly beautiful, too! Lol
I enjoy all your videos, this one is one of my favorite. Seeing the little feathered one put a smile on my face. I sure appreciate you both and your furry ones.
I get so excited when I log onto TH-cam and see that you guys posted a new video 🤩
I really want to go to Alaska and explore all of these beautiful places you show us!!
You always have Awesome videos and drone footage and music and especially wildlife footage.
Happy Spring, from the Upstate of SC. Always glad to see a new video. The winter scenes in the intro are what my mother would call "picture postcard perfect"! You guys are living the life! 👍😍
That scenery is beautiful!
Thank you so much for sharing your adventures with us. You are a refreshing respite. So appreciate your love and gusto for life and food. 🤗
Happy Birthday, Eric! 🎂
Thank you for gifting us these gorgeous shots of the mountains! Absolutely amazing. I also love the music you chose. 🥰
My favorite kind of video. A little bit of everything.
What a wonderful video, the scenery is absolutely beautiful. Great job on the videography. And oh my my, those cinnamon buns, I can smell them here in North Carolina. Yummy
Spring is here in New Hampshire, at least South of Franconia Notch. It snowed North of the Notch today. We're 45 minutes from the Atlantic coast and get some pretty good seafood here, but salmon, we have shipped here from Soldotna, Alaska! Your intro was breathtaking. Alaska! truly is a spectacular place. Thank you William H. Seward! ("mean broody hen" lol) 🐤
Your videography is always wonderful. This time it was over the top. Wow!!!
Happy Birthday Eric, y'alls cinnamon rolls look amazing
This video…the drone footage is over the top amazing photography! I feel like I went on a fabulous vacation trip on a snow mobile. The Mountain Views are spectacular! Susan
Looking at the ice shield is massive and the scenery is amazing. That is a lot of bees and will do the pollination this summer. The cinnamon rolls look yummy. It will be great when you can start planting. Until the next video take and be safe. (Judy NB)🌲🇨🇦
"Installing bees"... I don't know why, but that phrase amuses me to no end!
Happy spring!
Great views, thank you for sharing the 360 views of this beautiful state. As always love the 🐝 🐝. Thanks to you both.
There exquisite, absolutely beautiful, and breathtaking. Thank you sooo much for sharing the beauty.
Tip on your bee smoker. Any old cotton cloth material (100%). My dad liked to use burlap sack cuttings also. Makes GOOD smoke!
You guys always choose some of the most beautiful music for your videos and it goes so well with the breath taking scenes❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍
Some amazing cinematography and editing there, you’re very talented. Really lovely shots. Thanks for sharing.
I’m always bummed when your videos end. Thank you for sharing your life and the Alaska wildlife. Nothing cuter than a baby chick. Blessings to you both.
I like the look of the cinnamon buns but I once had birch beer and broke out in a Christmas tree rash. The thought of drinking and eating birch sap scares me now. Love the video.
Just a lil advice on the beekeeping, when you have a queen to introduce in one of these boxes make sure to keep the fense facing the colony. If they are struggling to take off the marshmallow (wich can happen with the cold) the queen would be starving as she can't eat by herself
Yah, spring is here! Awesome videos guys!
Now!! How did you know I needed this?! 😃 you made me smile!
Feliz Aniversário Eric, te desejo muita saúde e paz, abraços Julio Cesar- Porto Alegre city- sul do BRASIL.
Opening to the glacier was stunning! Thanks!
I could literally smell those cinnamon rolls.... OMG they looked incredible with the berries on top!!! Great video!!!
You two have so much fun!
Great video like I showed and stalled the bill the bees keep up the good work always enjoy your vids 💯🔥🔥💯💯💯💯💯😁😁😁😁
I have watched every video again ,again and again. There are addictive like most viewers will agree and just plain clear... almost like sitting in a theater. Call Disney here in Florida and do a movie. When you get to Orlando I'll take you both out to dinner
Beautiful views of Alaska (part of)!! Thanks for taking us along!