Well put. As a kid I’d go build forts in the woods instead of playing hockey. Im over 60 and still love the woods and the older I get the more I like the woods and a camp.
It sucks that I can't comment. Ive been living like this man. As I text on my homemade cabin.ive cut every tree and peeled them with my machete. It's cold. And my wool keeps me warm. It's not that hat hard folks. Just need. Need to have a place.. Need of shelter. I'd love to show you pic's butt it's not allowed. God bless anyone else who does the activity of building your own cabin. That's what I've been down for years and now. Canada please accept my humble request for the isotationi truly want.
@@Band_Aid_Man_ Dick lived alone, but he had plenty to occupy his time; he was content to be alone with the quiet of the land. Being lonely means that you long for companionship, well Dick had that in just the beauty of twin lakes.
Dick teaches some of us that there's a lot of gullible people. Especially people that think this is a true story as it's presented. You guys watched to much grizzley Adams as kids.
When he said "next, I made some hinges out of a tree stump" I had to pause the video and incredulously asked myself OUT LOUD "Did he just....😦" He says that like it's just a normal thing to be able to do, craft a perfectly smooth identical set of mechanical hinges out of a tree stump in like 1950 with no power tools.
Dick was a hero for all those who long for peace in the wilderness. He was really the first vlogger. Dick's final request was that the park rangers would rake his beach. The park rangers to this day meticulously will rake his beach in honor of his last request. He actually would rake the beach in front of his cabin because he wanted it to look great and didnt' want any garbage on it. He could tell you what animals would walk on it and if people had walked on it. His videos and notes were priceless to those studying the animals and the area. Because of him, twin Lakes is one of the most popular and sought out places in Alaska. It's the mecca for campers, hikers and outdoorsmen. Whenever I get really stressed I love watching the dvd's and rereading his books. Thanks Dick; we will never forget you.
@@springsogourne Well, that's fascinating since the PC wasn't truly born until 1981 and the internet (not the one you are used to) wasn't enabled until 1983.
I commented on this video years ago, and my fascination never changed… 1 year ago today I decided to make the move up here to Alaska and have absolutely loved it. I will say, the long, dark, cold winter is tougher than expected. The fact he went all winter without seeing a single person amazed me. I still, to this day, watch his films all the time. Dick, you’re an inspiration to me!!
He saw lots of people. The fly in pilot and his nephews, hunters, game wardens, hikers and of course the conjugal visits by the hippie women who followed his story.
Mr Proenneke was the ultimate wood shop teacher, metal shop teacher, Scoutmaster and great all around car/truck/equipment mechanic. Plus, he was kind and caring to other Humans and wildlife. He was the ultimate man's man. RIP.
@danieljliversLXXXIX I don't have a problem with you fairies fantasizing about your little utopia as a form of escapism, or whatever. But once you start curtailing individual freedom, boys WILL be dangling from helicopters, if you're catching my drift. Everyone can agree on that we should help the poor, but who do you little basement dwelling desk-jockeys think you are looking to, for example, nationalize private possessions (because you're too incompetent to earn your own)? People do not owe people anything. Just because your mother shat you out one day does not mean that other people should be forced to maintain you. And besides: how many times does communism have to fail before you dunderheads realize it doesn't work anyway?
@danieljliversLXXXIX No, I do not think it is okay to kill communists. However, I also don't think it's okay to let certain radicals violently seize power in order to install a totalitarian government. This should at all times be prevented, whether these radicals are communists, or dirtbags like Pinochet himself (let's be honest). So that we can continue to enjoy the benefits of liberal democracy as we have it in the West. Which still is the most inclusive system to date in which everyones opinion is heard, taken in consideration and can be realized provided there is enough support. But before we elaborate on this it is quite important to make the following notice: You can see that I said 'the West’, but considering that the economic and social situation is very different between western European countries (reciprocally) and the United States, it should be noted that my observations are coming from me as a citizen of a European country in which very robust social services are in place. We are doing extremely well in terms of securing shelter, food, work, benefits etc. to the less fortunate, even though a *classically liberal* party is in power! This brings me straight to the following question: Why do you lot think the equal distribution of capital is the only way to ensure that basic needs are met?
that line cut deep. Ive always wanted to go off up into Alaska, I know im not free here, nor as happy as I could be. My hikes out in the wilderness brings be a glimpse of that happiness though. Shame they removed the Magic Bus. RIP Alexander Supertramp
@@jordanmcree2603 ooooh....a conspiracy theory. so you're an expert on telescopes?? tell me what brand and model that one is, and the year it was made?
I was amazed to see him strap that log to his back and trott off with it. Watching him rip those boards with a hand saw is humbling. No gym membership necessary
I know I feel close to the lord when I'm in nature and when I go fishing. I find myself thanking God over and over again that I may be so blessed as to enjoy such a beautiful day.
With how loud, violent and angry society's getting, Dick's approach to life is looking more and more appealing and inviting. It's by no means easy but he had his own piece of mind. It was just him and nature.
@Deep Thinking True, and yet we believe the lie that we need the particular house, the certain car...education etc. We go into debt and take those kinds of risks, but never risks that truly reward the human spirit.
@@metalfingerz4203 What are you talking about?! This was the 60's 70's. I would trade our current f- up society for that era in a heartbeat. Vietnam War included.
Everything about this reminds me of my grandpa. That old blood mountain man with so much undying strength and endurance he seemed superhuman even in old age. It just feels impossible to imagine even as a young man
The effort he made was phenomenal.No power tools and no help. It takes great lengths of experience,strong health and a lot of courage to do something like this.
I remember watching this on PBS a few years back and was simply amazed by all the things he could do, most people now would never be able to do all that man did.
@@oldben1800 I saw video of this guy in the early sixties in Canadian public schools. We'd get a monthly "film Friday" package from District office, 1963. I'm sure it was him.
Lived off grid with my family till the age of 5...never knew what a tv or indoor plumbing was till 6....thought everyone lived like that at the time....served me well over the yr's and thought I was blessed having gone through it....now 70 and still look back with fond memories.
Seeing my grandfather pass away this year hurt me badly. We were best friends. But after watching this I’m hurt worse. To know that this ethic of work that was instilled on me is basically gone.
Your grandpa was only one man. Do you really think you're the only one he taught a good life lesson to? One great man leaves a trail of many more. Just ask him, I promise you he will answer.
1976 Bronx, I'm sorry the entire world doesn't share your narrow vision that only conservatives are good. Besides, this video has nothing whatsoever to do with politics.
I read that the pilot that brought him mail and supplies was always saying that he would bring the "mission girls " for a visit ! It never happened. Or if it did he did not write it in his journal. Who knows ? The pilot does !
This narrator’s voice, is absolutely the best for these episodes along with the tone and timbre for Mr. Proenneke’s filming and adventures while living alone in Alaska. I learned about Mr. Proenneke over 14 years ago when I was living in Montana. This series was on PBS one evening and I just happened to catch it one night and have been heavily influenced and inspired by his self reliance and self confidence, knowing that he could survive and not just survive but thrive, living on his own, literally in the middle of nowhere!!! Just so freakin amazing and a great way to learn about how someone can live on his own in Alaska. Lots and lots of lessons can be learned from this series and I sure have learned a lot. I could never get tired of watching these episodes! I especially love the little vermin’s sound of him trying to tear of the meat!! Just fantastic sound and growl coming from that little ferocious critter!! You can feel the isolation that exists up there. Anyway that’s all I’ll say, this is just awesome and awesome that he had the fortitude to film and document all of his adventures..👏🏻 😎🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@neildillon4177 One would like to think so but you are mistaken. Dick Proenneke was many things but a professional narrator was not one of them. Proennekes own voice can be heard in Alone in the wilderness: silence and solitude.
this man absolutely fascinates me. his story, his life in general are are epic in scope. the guy is very intelligent, tougher than woodpecker lips, yet gentle enough to hold out a leathery, calloused hand so a delicate little bird could perch on it and share bread with him. he was one of those people that you just wished could be immortal so he would never leave us,forever able and ready to impress upon us all his wisdome and his ideology. a true gem, a treasure to mankind. and to think, all he wanted to do was build a cabin and live in it. im sure he never gave any thought that his goal would make him a cultural icon.
Never gets old. I have all of his movies and watch them multiple times a year. A childhood dream lived out by a navy veteran and diesel mechanic in his 50s.
My late dad....built our homestead all by hand..he cut timber from the land...for the two barns one for the horses..one for the cows..started in 1970...by 1972 all 3 buildings were done...all by hand...a tiny portable lumber mill....no electricity till 1973...no indoor plumbing till 1983....we planted gardens every year...hunted moose..dear..fished....picked berries for winter months ..i love my parents sssoooo much for making us work so bloody hard....the best life....thee absolute best...
@@fredgarvin9262 u sound like u like to stereotype people...i had no idea only natives ate wild meat but im sure i saw dick proenicke eating mountain sheep in the video...
@ My brother in law ordered it about 20 years ago on dvd. I’m sure it’s still available if you do a bit of legwork on the internet, or maybe even on Amazon.
This is a very old doc-film. I remember watching this guy's life story back in my late teens, about 17-18yrs old. I am 64 now. PBS has this in archive.
His woodcraft is amazing. I don't think I've seen another TH-cam video that equals it. Usually they have machines doing the work. But not this guy... so simple, yet beautiful.
I love this guy's videos. It so provokes me and inspires me to do something very similar. I have done slightly similar things in the past... Will than 10 years total under my belt living in tents, camping open air, or camping in vehicles. That time includes the 6 months I spent hiking the Appalachian Trail.
This man was vlogging even before vlogging had any existence... without kidding, besides his wonderful life style, he also knew very well how to write and thus create this voice over in a way that is close to be very poetic and rather novelistic, all in all his story is told in very lovely style and language use. Thanks for uploading this amazing footage, am very grateful for seeing this and other related videos. Thanks! Be safe and be with nature!
This intelligent, resourceful man lived my dream, building your own home with your hands, it's remarkable, the way he lived in harmony with his surroundings, taking just what he needed to survive.
“I wondered if there was anyone in the world as free and happy as I was” …no there isn’t that’s why we all watch these videos over and over again 50 years later. Rip king
This is how I want to live ...Free free of the troubles of modern life and big cities. Keep your fancy coffee and social media I only need the simple things
Everyday I'm alive, I agree more with Dick's lifestyle
Well put. As a kid I’d go build forts in the woods instead of playing hockey. Im over 60 and still love the woods and the older I get the more I like the woods and a camp.
Now that is a true American, if ever there was one
Yeah
It sucks that I can't comment.
Ive been living like this man.
As I text on my homemade cabin.ive cut every tree and peeled them with my machete.
It's cold.
And my wool keeps me warm.
It's not that hat hard folks.
Just need.
Need to have a place..
Need of shelter.
I'd love to show you pic's butt it's not allowed.
God bless anyone else who does the activity of building your own cabin.
That's what I've been down for years and now.
Canada please accept my humble request for the isotationi truly want.
He died from lung cancer.., smoking is the son of a b****
dude I used to sit in my front room with my grandma and grandpa like 20 years ago and watch this on PBS with a fire going. it was the best.
What a guy, amazing crafts man, they don't make em like that anymore
beautiful
The real dream.
That sounds like the best
Dick teaches us among other things that there is a huge difference between alone and lonely.
I respect it but I'd kill myself
I dont see it. what is the difference ? is this a riddle!!!
@@Band_Aid_Man_ Dick lived alone, but he had plenty to occupy his time; he was content to be alone with the quiet of the land. Being lonely means that you long for companionship, well Dick had that in just the beauty of twin lakes.
I would be miserable for 30 years alone. I’m not gonna play with myself like dick.
Dick teaches some of us that there's a lot of gullible people. Especially people that think this is a true story as it's presented. You guys watched to much grizzley Adams as kids.
I watch this every 4 or 5 months just to remind myself that you dont need a ton to be happy. Live simple, live in peace, live happy!
he's wearing a rolex
@@snusmumriken232 Nah - It's a knock-off. He made it out of metal scraps from canned food Babe had flown in.
Amen to that
Amen
Amen 🙏
Those hinges he makes out of wood are just something else. So neat.
true
When there is no home depot for a thousand miles you get creative quick ! Lol
Works of art
When he said "next, I made some hinges out of a tree stump" I had to pause the video and incredulously asked myself OUT LOUD "Did he just....😦"
He says that like it's just a normal thing to be able to do, craft a perfectly smooth identical set of mechanical hinges out of a tree stump in like 1950 with no power tools.
We watched this in my wood working class in middle school and I have been searching for it ever since.
Call your pbs station
The woodworking is the most impressive part. That little cache is like perfect. And those boards he ripped too.
Dick was a hero for all those who long for peace in the wilderness. He was really the first vlogger. Dick's final request was that the park rangers would rake his beach. The park rangers to this day meticulously will rake his beach in honor of his last request. He actually would rake the beach in front of his cabin because he wanted it to look great and didnt' want any garbage on it. He could tell you what animals would walk on it and if people had walked on it. His videos and notes were priceless to those studying the animals and the area. Because of him, twin Lakes is one of the most popular and sought out places in Alaska. It's the mecca for campers, hikers and outdoorsmen. Whenever I get really stressed I love watching the dvd's and rereading his books. Thanks Dick; we will never forget you.
Can you imagine if gus legacy wasn't discovered?
Your comments and background are great but he was hardly the first vlogger. Adam Kontras started vlogging around Jan 2. 2000.
@@leonardramirezjr wait, what? Dick started filming 8:06 this series back in the 1970s
@@springsogourne Well, that's fascinating since the PC wasn't truly born until 1981 and the internet (not the one you are used to) wasn't enabled until 1983.
@@leonardramirezjr yes, I think his point was he was a “vlogger” before it became a thing.
This guy was fitter at 51 years than Most of us now. Incredible strength and stamina.
Out here he probably didn't have as much of a choice as you do these days. Things HAD to get done.
people these days are DONUT FAT AND DONT USE TOOLS EXCEPT SMARTPHOINES
He was in his 70s and early 80s before he left
holy crap i thought he was around 70
51? Looks like he's at least 70 . A hard life is not always a better life
I commented on this video years ago, and my fascination never changed… 1 year ago today I decided to make the move up here to Alaska and have absolutely loved it. I will say, the long, dark, cold winter is tougher than expected. The fact he went all winter without seeing a single person amazed me. I still, to this day, watch his films all the time. Dick, you’re an inspiration to me!!
Dick is my hero. When I retire, I will do the same. Maybe not in Alaska but definitely somewhere in the wilderness, perhaps in Oregon.
I hope you're doing well up there
He saw lots of people. The fly in pilot and his nephews, hunters, game wardens, hikers and of course the conjugal visits by the hippie women who followed his story.
Hope you get chance if you haven’t already to visit Dicks Cabin. It’s amazing
Fake story
I like how he’s never on his phone. Such discipline
ZZ???? phones had yet to be invented. portable ones, anyway. this was in the fifties.
@@thedwightguy Please read the original comment again, but slowly this time
Lol 😂
I also like that he never turns off the Holodeck, even when the going gets tough. Incredible self-control!
You can't blame him you guys, sarcasm wasn't invented until the mid 60's
Human beings don't impress much these days but this man was impressive.
if you miss content like this, watch “my self reliance” on yt
I always like to narrate little jobs i do with a bad impression of him. 😄
You spelled is wrong. Thanks to the net and yt, he is impressive.
Years ago, he was just ordinary. Now he's impressive.
Humans never impressed much, people look back with rose glasses too much
thie is a person people should admire ,not a football or movie star a man in the wilderness ....this was just awesome ....just perfect
I AGREE COMPLETELY.
Last thing I want is those people out in the bush ,they destroy ,litter and have no respect for noone not even themselves
That's dumb.
don't tell me what to admire
people should admire whoever they want to with their own free choice and opinions.
Mr Proenneke was the ultimate wood shop teacher, metal shop teacher, Scoutmaster and great all around car/truck/equipment mechanic.
Plus, he was kind and caring to other Humans and wildlife.
He was the ultimate man's man.
RIP.
Dick ripped those logs with a hand saw 💯👏💪. What a treasured retirement he had on a great spot.
Them hinges are just a work of art.
I feel my blood pressure dropping when I watch this. Wonderful.
I was just thinking the same.
I just said the same thing to my husband. Watching this is so calming!
@You Tube Noooo! my blood pressure is spiking!
I feel mine going up.
No ... going up because I'm not there
He had 100's of hrs of footage. We need more. Please! The man is a legend
Hear hear. I'm always bummed at the end.
They sell the videos at a hefty price. I don't think its what Dick would've wanted.
"Enough for my needs" no one talks like this any more
We learned to fish this way. Only keep what you need.
*thinks
I remember watching this documentary every year around Christmas. Some of the greatest film you’ll ever see.
I bought this VHS tape decades ago...still resonates today
never lonely when you work hard in natures beauty.i bet he slept well without any demons
With no snapper?
@@ronsmith251 the problem is a mouth that never shuts comes with the snapper
One eye open for bears
@@humphrey4976 yep, I'd be loving it out there but if I heard a twig snap at night I'd be crapping myself for hours 😂
That's why our ancestors were real men
If I tried to live this lifestyle I’d be dead in about an hour. Much respect to this man.
I grew up in a rural community that sort of thing was normal sawing building fishing writing. I feel very displaced in a modern city setting.
@@CRACKBONE7317 🙄🙄🙄
I could probably go 2 hours. 3 at the most 😉
Just exactly what I was thinking.
When labor has value a door hinge is priceless.
yes comrade
@@fredgarvin9262 And those supplies were created by laborers, and sold to him by laborers
@danieljliversLXXXIX I don't have a problem with you fairies fantasizing about your little utopia as a form of escapism, or whatever. But once you start curtailing individual freedom, boys WILL be dangling from helicopters, if you're catching my drift. Everyone can agree on that we should help the poor, but who do you little basement dwelling desk-jockeys think you are looking to, for example, nationalize private possessions (because you're too incompetent to earn your own)?
People do not owe people anything. Just because your mother shat you out one day does not mean that other people should be forced to maintain you.
And besides: how many times does communism have to fail before you dunderheads realize it doesn't work anyway?
@danieljliversLXXXIX No, I do not think it is okay to kill communists. However, I also don't think it's okay to let certain radicals violently seize power in order to install a totalitarian government. This should at all times be prevented, whether these radicals are communists, or dirtbags like Pinochet himself (let's be honest). So that we can continue to enjoy the benefits of liberal democracy as we have it in the West. Which still is the most inclusive system to date in which everyones opinion is heard, taken in consideration and can be realized provided there is enough support.
But before we elaborate on this it is quite important to make the following notice: You can see that I said 'the West’, but considering that the economic and social situation is very different between western European countries (reciprocally) and the United States, it should be noted that my observations are coming from me as a citizen of a European country in which very robust social services are in place. We are doing extremely well in terms of securing shelter, food, work, benefits etc. to the less fortunate, even though a *classically liberal* party is in power!
This brings me straight to the following question:
Why do you lot think the equal distribution of capital is the only way to ensure that basic needs are met?
@danieljliversLXXXIX Oh my word, stupidity at it's worse!!! Go live in China or Russia then.
I like how the boards he "rips" with a handsaw are straighter than the ones they sell at Lowe's.
yeah keep buying them at Lowes i bet ur T-levels rise!
With the same amount of bark on them too.
Lowe's sells wood that was cut when it's still wet so as it dries it warps even further
Don't kid yourself. Dick was a very seasoned and experienced ship's carpenter. The man had a lot of skills that most people just don't have.
@@bladder1010 he was a seabee if I'm not mistaken.
"I wondered if there was anyone in the world as free and as happy as I was"
No, Dick there wasn't
And there certainly isn't, not today
i got netflix , ps4, 75in tv, my girl , some cash yea im very happy
@@yenkodavi3573 the fact you have to point out you’re happy to strangers suggests you’re trying to fool yourself
that line cut deep.
Ive always wanted to go off up into Alaska, I know im not free here, nor as happy as I could be. My hikes out in the wilderness brings be a glimpse of that happiness though.
Shame they removed the Magic Bus. RIP Alexander Supertramp
@@RolIinStoner420
I actually know exactly what you're talking about and I mean everything
@Schrodinger's Snuffleupagus lol
He did all this, and here I am, watching TH-cam.
Compair and despair... focus on YOUR mission
Not yet man, wait until you turn 51.
this video is so fake...I used to be admired too.....But look at that telescope at 7:22 ....that shit is straight out of 2018
@@jordanmcree2603 bro are you aware that we were launching space ships while this guy was up north?
@@jordanmcree2603 ooooh....a conspiracy theory. so you're an expert on telescopes?? tell me what brand and model that one is, and the year it was made?
I was amazed to see him strap that log to his back and trott off with it. Watching him rip those boards with a hand saw is humbling. No gym membership necessary
You get a pretty damn strong neck having that strap on your forehead.
He might not look it But He's was probably Stronger than 10 Men
@@trentdabs5245 No need to exaggerate here.
Imagine if internet conversations were this nice and sincere and humble. There would be world peace.
humble, what a trigger word.
If you're in the right place it's a possibility
This man is a treasure to the woodsman. I watched this on PBS when I was a kid back in MI.
Hey so did I back in Taylor Michigan
I know I feel close to the lord when I'm in nature and when I go fishing. I find myself thanking God over and over again that I may be so blessed as to enjoy such a beautiful day.
That's the attitude to have.
The hinges were amazing!
The entire door assembly was just to remind you that he is BADASS!
Unreal
Dick, my respect and gratitude! ❤️
Bought the dvd and book years ago and still watch it over and over
Never gets old
Great story
Van Inn where can I get the dvd to buy ???
camille games Amazon
What year was this filmed my friend?
Me too
I am 45 years old and I've been watching these videos since I was a teenager.. I share your sentiment my brother..
60's yrs of age and this would be heaven for me too! Merry Christmas and a wonderfully peaceful New Year!
With how loud, violent and angry society's getting, Dick's approach to life is looking more and more appealing and inviting. It's by no means easy but he had his own piece of mind. It was just him and nature.
It's an impossible dream for most people
Back then life was way more violent, angry and dangerous
@Deep Thinking True, and yet we believe the lie that we need the particular house, the certain car...education etc. We go into debt and take those kinds of risks, but never risks that truly reward the human spirit.
@@metalfingerz4203 What are you talking about?! This was the 60's 70's. I would trade our current f- up society for that era in a heartbeat. Vietnam War included.
@@snaphaan5049 A different era's problems aren't necessarily easier problems.
This is the guy that really motivated people to want to come to Alaska
Dick was a stud! Look at what he could accomplish with what is now “long forgotten” skills and know-how!
This dude is nothing short of amazing!!!!
old school all go no show
Everything about this reminds me of my grandpa. That old blood mountain man with so much undying strength and endurance he seemed superhuman even in old age. It just feels impossible to imagine even as a young man
“I talked myself out of climbing up there, I had a cache to build!”
I love this man
So peaceful to watch. This guy is one hell of a man.
Yes he is.. I only wish that I could have an opportunity to do that.. or just try to do that it must of been a great experience..
My god I remember watching this as a kid on pbs. I always wanted to be like him
Me 2 I'm 50yrs old next Friday 23 of July I still love watching this show on PBS also. Always after MI outdoors miss those days God bless everyone.
No words to express my gratitude for having this available. Thank you.
I always thought Dicks' movies were fascinating. That was until I did it myself for nine years.
He makes it look easy.
This man is the definition of a craftsman. Amazing work with what he had to work with.
The effort he made was phenomenal.No power tools and no help. It takes great lengths of experience,strong health and a lot of courage to do something like this.
Very few people if any have this skill set/level
I remember watching this on PBS a few years back and was simply amazed by all the things he could do, most people now would never be able to do all that man did.
Amen.
He Lived a Dream out!..PERFECT!
I love his creativity. I’m learning a lot from this.
When you realize this guys was vloging at 50 years old..... in the 1970's!!!!
that's when my mam was born🤣🤣
Exactly he was the original TH-camr he would put them to shame these days
What’s a vlog
and actually vlogging real stuff
@@oldben1800 I saw video of this guy in the early sixties in Canadian public schools. We'd get a monthly "film Friday" package from District office, 1963. I'm sure it was him.
Lived off grid with my family till the age of 5...never knew what a tv or indoor plumbing was till 6....thought everyone lived like that at the time....served me well over the yr's and thought I was blessed having gone through it....now 70 and still look back with fond memories.
Unbelievable! Such an amazing person! A true survivor! Saw this years ago! I am glad I got to find it again!
Me to, fascinating & Impressive, ripping the logs with a handsaw & straight as well, an extremely difficult task to say the least.
One of the most inspiring films I’ve ever seen.
Seeing my grandfather pass away this year hurt me badly. We were best friends. But after watching this I’m hurt worse. To know that this ethic of work that was instilled on me is basically gone.
Never forget him and don't forget to keep doing the things that would make him proud
Your grandpa was only one man. Do you really think you're the only one he taught a good life lesson to? One great man leaves a trail of many more. Just ask him, I promise you he will answer.
Its not gone, its your turn to pass it along now.
this is how man is supposed to live
Yeah. If you hate people.
@@mtntime1 just liberals maybe
1976 Bronx, I'm sorry the entire world doesn't share your narrow vision that only conservatives are good. Besides, this video has nothing whatsoever to do with politics.
I read that the pilot that brought him mail and supplies was always saying that he would bring the "mission girls " for a visit ! It never happened. Or if it did he did not write it in his journal. Who knows ? The pilot does !
mtntime1 not if your not a millennial pussy like you he was a man that enjoyed nature and like living off the land
While we all admire Dick for his survival skills, the only reason we know about them is that he was a helluva good film director
One of the few videos ive happily watched dozens of times and will happily watch dozens of more.
I have watched this countless times
I could watch this forever
A true dream life. That’s a man who has found true happiness. Hard to find in this world these days.
This narrator’s voice, is absolutely the best for these episodes along with the tone and timbre for Mr. Proenneke’s filming and adventures while living alone in Alaska. I learned about Mr. Proenneke over 14 years ago when I was living in Montana. This series was on PBS one evening and I just happened to catch it one night and have been heavily influenced and inspired by his self reliance and self confidence, knowing that he could survive and not just survive but thrive, living on his own, literally in the middle of nowhere!!! Just so freakin amazing and a great way to learn about how someone can live on his own in Alaska. Lots and lots of lessons can be learned from this series and I sure have learned a lot. I could never get tired of watching these episodes! I especially love the little vermin’s sound of him trying to tear of the meat!! Just fantastic sound and growl coming from that little ferocious critter!!
You can feel the isolation that exists up there. Anyway that’s all I’ll say, this is just awesome and awesome that he had the fortitude to film and document all of his adventures..👏🏻 😎🙏🏻🙏🏻
Sounds like Reagan
That’s his voice, that’s Dick Proeneke
that’s his voice, no hired narrator…like everything else takes care of business hisself 😤
@@neildillon4177 One would like to think so but you are mistaken.
Dick Proenneke was many things but a professional narrator was not one of them.
Proennekes own voice can be heard in Alone in the wilderness: silence and solitude.
@@meepmeepziptang nope the narration is done by Bob Swerer.
this man absolutely fascinates me. his story, his life in general are are epic in scope. the guy is very intelligent, tougher than woodpecker lips, yet gentle enough to hold out a leathery, calloused hand so a delicate little bird could perch on it and share bread with him. he was one of those people that you just wished could be immortal so he would never leave us,forever able and ready to impress upon us all his wisdome and his ideology. a true gem, a treasure to mankind. and to think, all he wanted to do was build a cabin and live in it. im sure he never gave any thought that his goal would make him a cultural icon.
Easier to split and hack back down but do you man
Tougher than wood pecker lips haha, I'm gonna use that one
These videos should be a requirement to be shown as part of curriculum for all public high schools.
Never gets old. I have all of his movies and watch them multiple times a year. A childhood dream lived out by a navy veteran and diesel mechanic in his 50s.
I was a kid when this was filmed, last time I saw this I was in my 20s, now I'm as old as Dick was here. Time flies fast.
I am in awe of his hard work and effort.
How old are you..most people born from 1990 to present are in awe...
I feel so at peace when I watch this.
My late dad....built our homestead all by hand..he cut timber from the land...for the two barns one for the horses..one for the cows..started in 1970...by 1972 all 3 buildings were done...all by hand...a tiny portable lumber mill....no electricity till 1973...no indoor plumbing till 1983....we planted gardens every year...hunted moose..dear..fished....picked berries for winter months ..i love my parents sssoooo much for making us work so bloody hard....the best life....thee absolute best...
@@fredgarvin9262 u sound like u like to stereotype people...i had no idea only natives ate wild meat but im sure i saw dick proenicke eating mountain sheep in the video...
Love this series. His craftsmanship is second to none. His food was delicious. He should release a cook book of his back country meals and desserts.
I have watched his show at least 4 times it never gets old.Even the wife enjoyed.
I’ve got the entire length documentary. Amazing…
How do you find it?
@ My brother in law ordered it about 20 years ago on dvd. I’m sure it’s still available if you do a bit of legwork on the internet, or maybe even on Amazon.
What a wonderful and inspiring person, pure example of perseverance thank you so much for sharing may he rest in peace
One of or probably the smartest man I have ever watched..may you RIP my friend
"I wondered if there was anyone in the world as free and happy as I was" - Mr. Proenneke
This guy is so heartwarming, god bless his soul.
I love this. This came on tv one early rainy morning and it was just so peaceful and interesting, it was a good start to a cozy day off. 😊
Jaw dropping when he made the hinges! 😊 Legend!
7:30 sawing ..... DAMN!!
I'm mid 60s life long carpenter, this man has a great talent with wood working. Love the design and the story.
Blew my mind 20 or 30 years ago, great to see it again.
Defines fit as a fiddle. Master wood craftsman too. Great rare man.
This is a very old doc-film. I remember watching this guy's life story back in my late teens, about 17-18yrs old. I am 64 now. PBS has this in archive.
Bobby Rogers im 63 i watched it on PBS probably 20 yrs ago
I could watch this program once a year and not tire of it,,,
The narrator couldn't have been better. What a great voice for this!
Saw this many years ago on PBS, it actually brings a tear to my eye knowing what an amazing man Dick was, I wish PBS would play it again...
Might just be one of the last guys to live his life the way it is supposed to be lived.
RIP Dick
His woodcraft is amazing. I don't think I've seen another TH-cam video that equals it. Usually they have machines doing the work. But not this guy... so simple, yet beautiful.
Check out " My Self Reliance channel " that guy does a really good job as well .
Shawn James has a video where he travels and tours Dick Proneneki’s Cabin. This year.
2:19 LOOK AT THOSE FREE HAND SAWN BOARDS, THIS MAN IS AN ARTIST.
How about those hinges
craftmanship for sure,i don´t think many of us can do it like he did.
This should be a mandatory watch for every human during their teens !!!
My dad used to force me to watch this every so often as a kid lol. This man was insanely knowledgeable
I love this guy's videos. It so provokes me and inspires me to do something very similar. I have done slightly similar things in the past... Will than 10 years total under my belt living in tents, camping open air, or camping in vehicles. That time includes the 6 months I spent hiking the Appalachian Trail.
Im.too.old? To even consider it? But even 40 years ago I could do that? Or wouldnt? But great video!
Extreme master woodworking skills and a great deal of patience's.
I am so amazed he could saw the log in half straight! There is no way I could do that.
This man was vlogging even before vlogging had any existence...
without kidding, besides his wonderful life style, he also knew very well how to write and thus create this voice over in a way that is close to be very poetic and rather novelistic, all in all his story is told in very lovely style and language use. Thanks for uploading this amazing footage, am very grateful for seeing this and other related videos. Thanks! Be safe and be with nature!
I love watching this man's documentaries he's a true outdoorsman very intelligent man
This intelligent, resourceful man lived my dream, building your own home with your hands, it's remarkable, the way he lived in harmony with his surroundings, taking just what he needed to survive.
“I wondered if there was anyone in the world as free and happy as I was”
…no there isn’t that’s why we all watch these videos over and over again 50 years later. Rip king
And this all took place AFTER his 51st birthday.
He stayed at Twin Lakes up until his 80's, if I recall correctly.
82 correct passed away short time later why you ask well he got very bored use too working very hard body shut down
@@davidstinson5095 He died of a stroke.
This is how I want to live ...Free free of the troubles of modern life and big cities. Keep your fancy coffee and social media I only need the simple things
Simple coffee... my favorite 🤤👍👍
Says the guy watching videos on his portable electronic device using WiFi
@@BudFuddlacker Doesnt mean he enjoys it.
@@BudFuddlacker that’s what he needs now, he’s saying he wouldn’t out there.. don’t you get it?
I'm watching again 2nd time in 12 hours!!
His building and craftsman skills seemed second to none. I've been in awe watching these shows since I was a teenager.
Amazing. No one has ever built a home from raw materials except this guy. Amazing.
good stuff, hard as nails this bloke