I applaud the slower pace at the beginning of the video where you’re discussing the moment when you heard that your lives would dramatically change. Some people embrace change far better than others. No two people see the same obstacles before them. Every path for every person is unique in that way. When I saw the second plane hit the second tower on a small tv in Germany, and I heard the General announce, “Everyone back to your posts. We’re going to war.”, I knew I’d just experienced one of those moments. What would happen thereafter would change my life forever. Seeing the fall colors of your video, the subtle announcement Fall is there, while the clouds obscure portions of the mountains before you, really puts into perspective how that change came over so many people with the shut down of our world. The drone footage during the song certainly exemplifies the unknown laying before each and every one of us. For what lies in the shadows before us, is anyones guess. And yet, what did the drone do? It looked all around and resolutely moved toward that darkness undaunted. Those steps forward for each and every one of us are different. Some may be unable to take those steps forward without the helping hand of someone they trust, while others may march toward that darkness with reckless abandon. The blurry video when you put on your boots and open the door into the light is a perfect metaphor for what every person feels when we make it through that darkness and step out into the light. It’ll take time for our eyes to adjust. To take in just what lies before us in the light. And just what did you exclaim, “Look at how beautiful that is.” Would you have been able to make such a statement had you not just endured the unknowns of the darkness? I’d wager, no. And Ember playing in the water with her tail wagging a million miles an hour is just adorable. I loved the scene with you asking Jim, “Where are we headed?”, and Jim’s staring out the window for a moment going, “Ummmm. East Creek.”, like it was a bit of an unknown to him too. 😃. “As The Pond Churns” is absolutely awesome. When you write your first book, you’ll have to call it that. 😃. I’m confident that Mr. Beaver would approve. Your comment about the stereo system is an interesting one. Why is a vehicle that costs over $100k equipped with a stereo system less worthy than one that comes standard in a $24k car? Makes you wonder. Seeing Jim looking underneath the Revel made me wonder, did you bottom out on some of those craters you call potholes? Seeing Ember sitting in the passenger seat looking out the window was awesome. She’s like, “I don’t see any water here. Let’s get moving!”. Thank you for including a map of where you are! It’s so helpful to those of us always wondering where in Alaska you are. I pull up maps during your videos to try and visualize your location and what’s around you, and often times have difficulty finding the area you’re at. The map was an awesome inclusion! Seeing the truck/trailer combos along the side of the road makes me wonder why the Highway Dept. hasn’t put in a parking lot there to get them off the road? It’s not like there isn’t any space. The creek crossing went well. I love how clear that water was! I know you’ve been hesitant to push your Revel, but so far, it seems to have been a trooper! The underwater shot is the first I can recall that you’ve done in Alaska. I think you did one in Hawaii when you were there, but it was a fun perspective. I have to admit that I laughed when I saw Cynthia climbing the ladder with the camera in her hand! You know my motto, “Safety Third!” 😂. That campsite was spectacular, and Ember approved! The shot just afterward of Cynthia’s feet by the campfire with the setting sun is one you’ll have to remember when facing other obstacles that make you hesitant to push forward. It’s certainly worth it! And it must be noted that where you chose to park is at the confluence of swift and still waters. The reflection of your inner struggles to find balance between the known and unknown. The campfire being the light you’re putting before you to illuminate your path in life. Jim’s InstaPot creation looked amazing, as always! Thanks for making us all hungry!! 😂. As a closing note, Cynthia, your narration is perfect, and such a great addition to your videos! You’re doing a fantastic job you two!
When I read this I smiled. Your perspective of change is spot on. Whether it's change in our personal lives, changes in our careers, relationships, we not only handle it differently but we handle it differently based on the situation. Are we already in warrior mode when this change hits us or are we peacefully sitting with our family in celebration? This had certainly been on of those things we've all been forced to face differently. Everything is a cycle, and a circle of balance. We keep pushing through even though I can't plan next week, month or year. We see our lives in one narrative as we're doing the "life" thing. And suddenly, it changes, and it's not a simple, quick change, it's a subtle, stab you in the back and turn you in circles until you're disoriented, type of change. It's the Oh My God, I've been blind all this time, type of change, because I finally slowed down. I love what you said about the blurry waking up metaphor because that's what this time period has been. I've learned more than I can publicly express about friendships, family and love. Oh. Funny thing about the Sprinter stereo. I think because they aren't really built to be passenger vans or luxury vehicles, they're built to work, the stereo is basic. The center speaker needs disabled and we love music on the road so much1. It's one of those things that isn't that great but it's understandable as to why Thank you for all of your wonderful insight Brian. You see what others see but can't verbalize, or see and don't realize they see, and "hearing" you tell us what you seeing is heart warming. ❤️.
I Agree, nothing is permanent. All things will pass. I make the day as if my last. The only thing we could do is make the best of it. Enjoy each other, the people and nature. Be safe!
Just wanted to drop a note to let you guys know this has absolutely become my favorite channel. Those of us still working the 9-5 are inspired by your journey. The simplicity projected in your videos is wildly inspiring. Given the option of grinding day in and day out.. Or the simplicity of the mountains, a dog, and a campfire? I'd pick the latter. Every time.
Wow awesome video.I have seen several videos in TH-cam on van living and out of all your videos are highly matured and you present the video in such a manner as if we personally travelling.In fact I wished to travel Alaska and you solved my interest.You,your dog and your companion are all brilliant.Your selection of music for your. Videos are very entertaining.Cheers...
I feel like I'm right there with you guys,,your show is like my getaway from my surroundings where I'm at now,,I truly love watching your show,,thanks guys for the awesome content..
Preston, this is one of the sweetest comments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and hopefully we can continue to give you an escape. Have a great week!
The one thing I like better about your videos versus other van lifers is the mountains the rivers and just the beautiful views that you have be nice to be there with you .God bless and happy trails
Wings and Wheels Alaska - what’s crazy is my wife and I will be 100% full time in our Class b Zion SRT In about 3 months! Gonna be epic adventure and you guys are very inspirational to us. Thank you
I watch all your videos. I do not comment 95% of the time. I am planning a four or five month visit to Alaska in the next 8 to 20 months. You have great content! You are an inspiration and a great resource of information for back roads in Alaska. I am still building out my Transit van conversion. THANK YOU!
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! We are glad to be a resource for you and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. So many more places to see up here that most people don’t experience because they stay on the typical tourist path. That is a great amount of time to see a lot of this beautiful state. We still have a lot of places to explore of course and will continue to share what we find ❤️
A friendly little reminder, all the feels I was having in this video, the fear I was having over my job and being furloughed, the fear of going out into this with no cell service, the fear of this virus getting to my mom....all of it..... It passed and everything turned out okay, if not for the better. I'm glad we can bring you some comfort during these times. xo
Hi LW. It was so much fun trying to find the best of the best shots. It wasn't fun editing out the ones that didn't make the cut. 😂. Thank you for being such an awesome cheerleader for us. ❤️
I love your song selection today. I'm watching my great twin nephews age 5 and their 1and a half year old brother, watching the movie Wall-E, make me really appreciate what you film and all that this beautiful planet offers us. I don't want us to lose it.
We have made reference to Wall-E several times over the past few months. Love that movie but sounds like you needed a little peace. I'm gad you enjoyed the music today. I've added that song to my playlist because it feels like my theme song these days. Thank you for being here with us.
I spent my teenage years, as well as a few years more, in Alaska. You captured the essence of Alaska beautifully. It's a place of extremes. It's a place that takes your soul leaving you a little better afterwards. The music along with the scenic shots was/is spot on. Thank you for sharing. 👌✌
It's great you were able to have that experience. It certainly makes you a well rounded human being. We both tried leaving, but have always been drawn back. Thank you for being here with us. 😁
Amazing video. Inspiring to see such incredible scenery with great music! You really put the Revel 4x4 to good use on those trails!! You have the perfect rig for Alaska (and also the two perfect travel companions!). Safe travels. Hope all is well - watching from LA!
Thank you guys! I think Alaska gives us the paintbrush and it's impossible to mess of recreating how beautiful it is. It still gets frustrating to want to really show it but it just doesn't translate well on camera. I know you know the feeling. Hope you guys are staying warm up there and enjoying this beautiful fall. Have a wonderful day! ❤️
Hi Miles, It's funny, just when we think it couldn't get more beautiful, it does! The wind has been blowing strong the past few days. Winter is coming!! Thanks for your continued support!!
I have learned at 72 that the only permanent things in my world so far is the love and saving grace of my Lord and Savior and my being alive in this aging body. “To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord.” Until then, Live, Love, Laugh! 🇺🇸👍❤️🤠🙏✝️
Hi Bob!!! 😁. It's been fun adding that extra element to the videos. It's been well received. Thanks for checking in on us and saying Hi! Adventure on!!! 😁
Really nice video! We drove the Denali Hwy for a week in mid-September 2016. The fall colors of Alaska are SO beautiful! Like seeing Jim’s recipes in the InstaPot-we’ve never had jambalaya, but reindeer sausage with shrimp just seems wrong! However...have to admit that it did look tasty! As fellow Revelers, we’re always wondering how much power it’s taking to cook in the InstaPot. We’ve added an extra solar panel, but we always have an eye on the Zamp Controller when using the induction stovetop.
Haha, it's a crazy good combination of seasoning and meat and because the shrimp is frozen it seems to not be very "shrimpy". However, I think Jim should have added this. Be careful carrying any frozen fish in any RV. We learned that the hard way! (I had to take out the carpet I put down last fall. 😂). Ok, so I'm sure you've heard the trick of starting the intantpot and putting it in your sink wrapped in a towel and cooking as you drive? I've done that when we hit construction and knew we'd be pulling into our spot late. I wish we knew how to test the instant pot and it's draw like all those smart folks in our group can. It doesn't seem to draw much power at all. The trick is finding the shorter recipes. If it says to "cook for 10 minutes" that means it takes about 10 minutes to get up to pressure and another 10 to release. I can't recall a time it's drawn too much but we also plan it out to try and do it after we've been driving or the sun is up. I think it's a great little addition but we certainly don't use it all the time, and I'm not sure we will be able to use it in the winter. We'll have to test it out. Thanks for watching!1
Very kind of you. We're happy you're here with us and enjoying the combination of both AND when I see that you've come in to say Hi I get really happy. Mostly because you've been with us for so long now. Thank you. and yes, we kinda like each other. I seriously don't know how he puts up with me sometimes though. I'm moody and he's just so.........level. 😂😂
Awesome video! I love the way it's presented. Great beginning and music. Also, wonderful footage with minimal talking and having the land speak for itself! What beautiful country. Seems like you're enjoying the journey! My journey is about to begin. I plan to retire in a couple years and getting out there is what I would love to do. So keep the videos coming y'all. Love learning what life out there on the road is all about, and how to tackle the ups and downs. I agree, nothing is permanent. And it's wonderful to appreciate what we have! Blessings and Peace.
Hallo Ihr beiden und euer treuer Hund 🐕 Ihr habt wieder ein schönes Videoclip von eure Alaska Reise 🇺🇸 gemacht. ( vor 3 Monaten) hat mir wieder sehr gefallen einfach super spitze wundervoll 🤙👍👏 Grüße von mir aus Deutschland/ Bayern 🇩🇪
Guten Morgen Hans! Wir hoffen, es geht Ihnen gut. Ember ist mit Sicherheit eine verwöhnte kleine Prinzessin. Sie ist sehr glücklich, solange wir in der Nähe sind. Dies war absolut einer unserer Lieblingsorte, die wir bisher gefunden haben. Bleib sicher!
We are fairly new or recent followers of maybe 4 - 5 weeks ago and have been binge watching ever since as we have time. So glad we stumbled onto your channel. That said, we are continually mesmerized by God's design and creation you are so fortunate to live in called Alaska. Yes one can see his handiwork everywhere. Traveling through there I would continually have to tell him Thank You for placing me in the middle of such beauty. Anyway we love the channel and have watched many of the videos several times. We are retired and live in Michigan and hope to someday make it too Alaska. May God Bless your travels and keep you safe. Dave and Joyce Hayford.
Hi Dave and Joyce, We are happy to have you riding along with us. We hope you had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! The camera definitely does not do it justice and you are correct we absolutely are mesmerized in each place we find and explore. We hope you make it up here also it is well worth the experience!
I loved every bit of this video from beginning to end. The music was great and you showing the beautiful parts of Alaska as always. It’s so nice and where you were with water running sounded nice and peaceful. Love seeing amber playing in the water and retrieving. I like how she looked at the food as it was cooking. She looked like she wanted some. It was cute. That meal too looked so good too! Jim you need to open up a restaurant. I would be there everyday. Or write a cookbook. It looks like you cook great food. Well looking forward to next video.
Hi Sherri, always glad to hear from you! We are glad you enjoyed this video and we have much more to come :). Ember just loves to stare at us hoping someone will step out and throw a stick for her lol. She also loves the cameras for some reason and even watches herself as we are editing. Crazy dog. Hope you have a great week!
Another FANTASTIC video - I so feel being there with you! In these times, to see such serenity is truly wonderful. We're on a cruising sailboat and soon to be Revel'ing too. You certainly make it inviting. Kitting out a Revel for boondocking is no different than us sailing off to some remote anchorage and doing the same thing...but Alaska certainly looks incredibly beautiful.
Change is a part of life, sometimes it can be incredible and sometimes it can be very scary. Either way it shapes us into who we are and helps us remember that today is the first day of the rest of our lives. Y’all be safe out there.
You guys are so brave just taking roads to nowhere and crossing rivers. Jim that dish looked amazing, now I have to grab something to munch on. Lol Cheers!!!
Haha, yeah these cooking videos on early Sunday mornings must be torture. This one was soooo good and I think he really wanted to be sitting by the river and not cooking. 😂. These roads have turned into more a feeling of "eh, what could go wrong". I'll be honest, there's times, that night especially where the remoteness does sink in. It's this weird feeling. Here, it hit me during the night. How far I'd have to walk out for service if anything happened etc. It can be an almost suffocating feeling that's hard to put into words. Thank you for being here with us. xo
Hello! My mum and sister are from Scotland and that's how I ended up in Alaska. :). You live in a magnificent part of the world. We love it here in Alaska and after this, we're ready to head your way...some day. Thanks for watching!
Wow what a great spot to cook. That looked so good. The song you folks picked really sums up my life these days. I'm doing what I can to get out more. Here in Colorado the mountains call. All the time. But I get caught up in day to day things and loose track of that. Life's too short. Thank you both so much for sharing with us all. It is so soothing to the soul to see where you go next. Stay safe. :)
BC we always appreciate you giving us some of your time. We always get caught up in the day to day items always but don't let that overshadow the things that improve your mind. There is nothing like breaking away from the world and just being you in the middle of nature. We hope you have a great week!
so so beautiful is the surrounding where you folks are, stunning amazing, thanks for sharing, we wish we could be there you make us jealous in a good way, i was wondering who is editing😀👍
Hi Rob, we both work together on the editing. Gives it both our touch when it gets to the final product . Thanks for watching and we hope you have a great week!
The truck camper is almost complete. We will be coming up in June for a few months. Looking forward to seeing some of these same awesome views. Thank you.
The truck and camper will be perfect on the Denali Highway. We talk about that in the next episode and how this loop we're doing is an absolute must and a trip to Alaska can't be done in a week or two. Keep us posted. 😁
Hi Martin. We are doing good. Seems the past few months everything happens in waves, all will be smooth and then we have to readjust. It's how our world is, planning or considering our future is getting more an more difficult. I'm certain it will smooth out in the next few months Thank you for begin here with us.
Great video is always . Really pretty scenery. I thought Ember can always entertain herself when I was water around to Splash in. Something I thought of as y’all were crossing the water, which was fairly deep. Your rear ends/axles, and transfer case and probably the transmission also, have vents to relieve pressure as they heat up and allow air to move back in as they cool down. They are warm and you drive into the cold weather and a cool off quickly and draw air in to them.You need to check and see if they have, or install tubes to the vent they go up high above any water level that you plan on crossing, so that water is not drawn into them.
Hi Terry we are constantly stopping to check on things under the van. So far so good. Thank you for helping us keep that in mind. We wish Ember would entertain herself but she seems to prefer to be on camera these days lol. she is a real princess and absolutely knows when the camera is pointed at her. She even watches herself when we are editing on the computer. Absolutely crazy. Hope you are doing well!
Hi Pat, We didn't leave ya'll. Sometimes we find a video takes much more time to edit than others and we really don't want to just push content that has very little meaning to us. We appreciate you being here with us and will be here for you also!
Thank you Alma. When we were at that first pond I think I kept repeating that. It's so typical that we find such beauty and leave in search of more. It really doesn't get any better. Thank you for spending your morning with us. ❤️
My wife has asked if you would share the hat pattern made of the buffalo yarn hat that your mom made for you. We really admire all the beautiful places you visit and share! Happy trails to you both!
The hat pattern is a compilation but basic is the “ Yellowstone heaven skate ski hat” by Selena Miskin , sweater sisters.com, I continued to decrease to close it up into a hat, I take the general idea and mash it up along the way,
Looks good out there and the food looked great. Maybe someday I'll get to Alaska to see it. Now I'm just waiting for my Revel dealer to get my registration and license plates so I can get my new Revel and bring it home to start our local (Northeast) adventures and get to learn all the ins and outs of the Revel and touring in it. Any day now, I hope.
Hello from Fairbanks. Never been to that area and unfortunately do not think that my little class C can make it in there, but definitely intending in exploring some of that area next summer! Thank you for showing it to us.
Will definitely be a little tough with some rigs Jim but the main denali highway is easily done in a Class C. just take your time and go slow. Beautiful either way we just wanted to try this trail that we had never been on before. So many places to camp along the way we do not recommend staying at the "campgrounds" since you get the same services that you have to pay for as you get with more space and beauty that are absolutely free. Thanks for watching. Oh did you know we both spent a few years of our childhood in fairbanks? We are always excited and share so many stories as we pass through there :)
Thanks for the video. And yes I am looking at a life change event with in the next year. Also I took the first step and I made reservations in Tampa for the Super RV Show in Jan. so my wife Karen and I can sit in the vans and make out decision on with one to get. Also if you ever venture to the lower 48 please come to Cajun Country and I will hook you up with the best jambalaya. Please stay save and hope to meet one day.
Hi Brad, definitely try multiple options to find what works for you. We have a lot of family in Louisiana so yes we will be there at some point 😉. Will be happy to try yours 👍. Stay safe and thank you for being here with us!
I sure hope so. Was so weird having every plan we had made for the summer cancelled :(. We had so many events lined up this year and couldn’t do any of it. But things change and we all have to go with the flow. Hope to meet y’all at some point!
Good morning from NC. Mr Bill sends greetings to you up north. What a beautiful inspirational video. Yes, nothing is for certain in life. I am a person who enjoys my own comfort zone. Not a so called boat rocker. I do enjoy your videos, pushing the envelope. Jim, the recipe sounds delicious. Wish I was there to enjoy it with you guys. The song and scenery in the beginning of this video is so Beautiful. I see that you guys are wearing warmer clothes than me. We're still wearing shorts, tanks and flip flops. Well, let me sign off of here. I get too long winded at times. Please be safe, hold onto each other and as always I'm sending virtual hugs and ❤❤❤ to each of you.
Mr. Bill I was just thinking about you yesterday. Yes, we are having to layer up now. I'm going to brave a trip to Cabellas and get a new layer for my outer pants. (Cynthia) but otherwise I think we're fairly ready. This week we're having some upgrades done to the van so I'm hanging out in Anchorage for a few days, which makes Jim Happy because football has begun. 💁🏻♀️. All is well and we're sending you hugs back. ❤️❤️ Have a beautiful week.
❤ I wasn't going to mention about football. I'm a Miami dolphins guy. Glad he's got to watch some football today. My wife Belle is a Cowboys girl. So tonight I am watching Cowboys play at 8pm. I hope you don't get too bored since I am guessing you aren't a football fan.
S N I hope we didn't post something you didn't like. You can always shoot us a message if there was something different you would like to see. Thank you for your support and we hope you are doing well!
We were there in 2019. Loved the Denali Highway so much we travelled it twice that summer. The first pond reminded me of one we stopped at along the south side of the highway about 5 miles from the west entrance. The Jeep Tours stopped by every day. Love your videos! Thanks from Tim and Linda stuck in the lower 48.
Hi Tim! it is absolutely breathtaking. I think that is the same lake. A little further up from where we were was a few picnic tables etc but we wanted to be right on the water. We had no disturbances this year, think due to the lack of tourism in the area. very peaceful. Have a great week!
Hi Alex. Yes! We use a Thermacell, create smoke when we can, and have different "levels" of bug repellant from light scented to the hard core Deet stuff when we are in the deep woods. We avoid staying in spots with sitting water as well. My biggest concern is bees. Not much we can do about those. Some years are worse than others. Thanks for stopping in, but we highly recommend a thermacell. :)
Hamilton is amazing. It's also crazy how many people have no idea what it even is. Mind blowing 😂. I hope you get the chance to experience it as well. xo
What a good video. I’ll say I was a little scared with the beginning, I was thinking you two were going to stop making these videos. That’s wouils have been sad. I see more of Alaska watching your stuff then I have weaver sedentary anywhere else. ❤️ ❤️. Looking forward to the next installment. Nice looking stew. I bet that tasted divine. Live confidently and peacefully
Thank you so much John. We love sharing our journey with all of you and have no plans to stop anytime soon. As a matter of fact will become more frequent at some point but right now it takes us so much time to edit. We may take a week off here and there to focus in on improvements but we wont be gone long. We are constantly working on making our videos and memories better for all of you. Stay safe and we hope you have a great week!
I love the way she narrates the adventures of her family. There is a bit of sadness in her words. My question is why? Does she misses City life and her home? The dog is the star. She's awesome, just like my pup!
The beautiful thing about the city and home is it is always there to return to whenever I want. I think that's what separates us from many others is we have the option to return and we do, and it certainly doesn't make me happy. Being out in the middle of nowhere is where I'm most happy. There was a series of about 4 videos where I had to make some really tough decisions about my career and covid. No regrets now. Thank you for coming along. xo
I’ve missed you guys! Actually was getting a bit concerned and have had you in my prayers. Thank you both for such a beautiful video and sharing your adventures. As always ☘️Blessings☘️
Aww Tracy thank you. Your prayers have been working because we are hanging in there. Rolling with the punches and changes. Jim posts pictures on instagram that are a little more up to date very couple of days if you have an instagram account. We've slowed down to take care of things before winter comes and to adjust to me being in one spot when the majority of my adult life has been traveling. This is going to take some getting used to only being on wheels for the next year. 😊. Thank you for being here with us.
I love following your adventures and have watched many of your videos. I'm hoping to join the Revel club next year. I have a question: does the insta pot drain your batteries?
Hi Jasmine, no it does not unless cooking a really long recipe then we will either put it in the sink and cook while driving or turn the engine on so it doesn’t impact our power for the night. Most of the ones we show are pretty quick recipes.
YES! Ember's like "Hey wait!! I just spent the entire summer trying to get you to come in this darn river what are you doing??!!??" That made me smile JD. Thank you. 😁
going to do the recipe tonight looks awesome ...so nice to see ya all we all need a break once in a while I want to start doing lives but covid has made me look a little ruff right now I need to go get my hair did so bad lol... OH! we bought land 10 acres on a lake with trees and views of beautiful hills its perfect so excited one step closer to getting our dream done then we will be traveling again:) we want to make some boon docking spots on the property for friends and family so you will always have a place in Florida:) we are so excited to get filming again we want to figure out how to time lapse the cabin build also so many things going on we already sent in our plans for the cabin and then end of the year we will be buying a jeep and an new 4x4 class C hopefully all well go smoothly crossing fingers stay safe friends and live life because i am through your eyes so wishing we was there but it will happen eventually: ) take care love ya lots
Congratulations on your new land! That will be a nice little place to visit someday! We are looking a bit shaggy right now also. Just waiting for the case counts to drop up here before we go to unnecessary places especially in the bigger towns. Small remote places we have been going to aren’t as risky. Glad to know you guys are doing well. Let us know how you liked that recipe. ❤️
Beautiful photography! We plan on getting a Travato or an Irok and dream of going to Alaska. Your Revel seems like it handles the rugged road very well. We seem to have common interests so why not support each other's channels.
Beautiful filming and music! I can't wait... I will be in Talkeetna in 6 days!! I am usually there this time of year. I love the colors and sights. Your drone work is really beautiful. That creek driving made me nervous here in my bed!!!! Do you have a Chuck It for Ember? Ir really enables you to throw balls a huge distance. We had a golden that lived for retrieving. Love the cooking episode too! What a nice view while cooking. Love reindeer sausage. That fish sauce is a great idea! You do need to print your recipes here! Can't wait to get up there into the most beautiful place in the world!
Hi Sassy. I've been thinking of you and your visit up here. You must be so excited! We did have a chuck it!!! Ember lost that ball on the Dalton Highway and it was the best ball ever because she couldn't chew it up. Jim really Tries to make her retrieving just her duck but I've ruined her with sticks and the ball. OMG it makes her insane. I was a little happy when it disappeared. 😂😂😂. As you know she is totally obsessive! It's funny you mentioned that because as you can see we don't plan this out. I bet you can ever hear us behind the scenes. Like "wait, how did the peppers get in there?" I mean, Jim is impossible to film and I mean that in the best way possible. He just starts talking and throwing stuff in and kinda sorta looks at a recipe. So anyway, afterwords I have to go back and figure out what he did and put it into writing and I forgot to take a picture of it! We will get this worked out but the things he decides to throw in there are pretty darn amazing. Also, working with what we already have... Have a great flight up here, maybe we can meet up? Keep in touch okay? ❤️
Wings and Wheels Alaska , I often cook like that too! I have to lay everything out when I am filming. Looks like Jim did a pretty good job of Mise en place in this one! I know retrievers can be OCD! Even my little Cavalier is a she is a distant relative. You are living the perfect life for Miss Ember! She has so many great places to swim! What I want to know is how you keep your camper clean!!! She is always in the sand and mud! I would love to get together! My son has 11 acres, plenty of room for you to park and camp! I don’t know what he has planned yet or if the state will make me get a second COVID test and wait for results, I should know on Thursday. I leave Friday. I will be there a week. I will send you my phone # on FB messenger.
Hi I'm new to your channel, I just want to say the main reasons I subscribed besides the beautiful scenery it's just the calmness of Cynthia voice when she tell the story of your adventures it's just really soothing and it's just nice and peaceful! It makes the whole experience really relaxing along with a beautiful scenery and the good food and recipes.. Safe travels, now I have to go binge watch your videos have a good one..✌️💕🚐🐾
Good afternoon Deb. My name is Cynthia. It's nice to meet you!! This is a wonderful compliment and it was nice to wake up and read this today. Thank you for being here with us! ❤️😊❤️
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska you're welcome Cynthia I fixed your name in the comment...I don't know why I put Amber because I knew that was your dog's name, my mistake sorry! Thank you very much for your reply and Merry Christmas🎄
Beautiful...the water was like glass and you guys going outback even further was really nice...I can imagine how peaceful it was sitting there by the stream with the fire going. Ember was having a good time as usual...At one point you were quite far from the Van did you have your bear spray or a weapon with you? Tell Jim to entertain Ember so you can check the stream for 'GOLD" :) Wow that's a lot of food for just 2 people...looked really nice... Thank you both for sharing...
Hi James.Yes that was a ton of food right? We went back for seconds and I think Jim snuck in the left overs to Ember. In a spot like that with shrimp and sausage we had to make sure it was cleaned up really well so it went in our bellies. Yes, I had protection on me. Generally about 90% of the time. Were I have it is completely comfortable to me and having been taught well to never show it is ingrained in me deep. So yes, had it on me while filming this time because he said "off road and river crossing" I hear "Oh, okay, I'll be walking and filming". 😂. Thanks for being here for us and with us James. Hope all is well in your part of the world. (I tortured myself researching Iceland last night, this is the longest I've had my feet on the ground in.......wow, I can't really remember). This loop we're doing is really helping ease that part of me that's very much like Ember to water. have a beautiful week. xoxo
Love this channel! Do you guys use 6 or 8 quart Instapot? Thank you for sharing your thoughts and philosophy behind the things you’re seeing and doing. You’re inspiring.
We do a combination of both. We will use stream water lake water etc to get the big stuff off then use our sink to soap clean everything. We also use purified water from rivers and streams through our life straw system.
Hi Miles, We don't currently carry extra fuel and have never had an issue with running low on fuel. When we start taking our adventures out of country we will carry a couple rotopax just in case. Stay safe!
Found your channel a couple of weeks ago and love seeing your travels! A couple of questions, first how tall is Jim? I'm 6'3" and don't know if my wife and I would fit in that bed. Second does Ember know not to jump in the river when it's moving really fast? I can see how much Ember loves the water and that makes me a little nervous. Any way keep up the great channel and stay safe.
Hi Patrick, Jim is 6'2" and we are totally comfortable in the bed but we would totally recommend trying it before you make the purchase. Wether it is seeing one on the show room floor or renting one always try before you buy. Ember has learned fast water and what she can and can't swim in which is nice. She completely avoids the fast water and we are still paranoid and holler at her to come pretty often even though we really probably don't need to but we never want to take a risk. Great questions and we hope to see you on the road some day!
I applaud the slower pace at the beginning of the video where you’re discussing the moment when you heard that your lives would dramatically change. Some people embrace change far better than others. No two people see the same obstacles before them. Every path for every person is unique in that way. When I saw the second plane hit the second tower on a small tv in Germany, and I heard the General announce, “Everyone back to your posts. We’re going to war.”, I knew I’d just experienced one of those moments. What would happen thereafter would change my life forever. Seeing the fall colors of your video, the subtle announcement Fall is there, while the clouds obscure portions of the mountains before you, really puts into perspective how that change came over so many people with the shut down of our world. The drone footage during the song certainly exemplifies the unknown laying before each and every one of us. For what lies in the shadows before us, is anyones guess. And yet, what did the drone do? It looked all around and resolutely moved toward that darkness undaunted. Those steps forward for each and every one of us are different. Some may be unable to take those steps forward without the helping hand of someone they trust, while others may march toward that darkness with reckless abandon. The blurry video when you put on your boots and open the door into the light is a perfect metaphor for what every person feels when we make it through that darkness and step out into the light. It’ll take time for our eyes to adjust. To take in just what lies before us in the light. And just what did you exclaim, “Look at how beautiful that is.” Would you have been able to make such a statement had you not just endured the unknowns of the darkness? I’d wager, no. And Ember playing in the water with her tail wagging a million miles an hour is just adorable. I loved the scene with you asking Jim, “Where are we headed?”, and Jim’s staring out the window for a moment going, “Ummmm. East Creek.”, like it was a bit of an unknown to him too. 😃. “As The Pond Churns” is absolutely awesome. When you write your first book, you’ll have to call it that. 😃. I’m confident that Mr. Beaver would approve. Your comment about the stereo system is an interesting one. Why is a vehicle that costs over $100k equipped with a stereo system less worthy than one that comes standard in a $24k car? Makes you wonder. Seeing Jim looking underneath the Revel made me wonder, did you bottom out on some of those craters you call potholes? Seeing Ember sitting in the passenger seat looking out the window was awesome. She’s like, “I don’t see any water here. Let’s get moving!”. Thank you for including a map of where you are! It’s so helpful to those of us always wondering where in Alaska you are. I pull up maps during your videos to try and visualize your location and what’s around you, and often times have difficulty finding the area you’re at. The map was an awesome inclusion! Seeing the truck/trailer combos along the side of the road makes me wonder why the Highway Dept. hasn’t put in a parking lot there to get them off the road? It’s not like there isn’t any space. The creek crossing went well. I love how clear that water was! I know you’ve been hesitant to push your Revel, but so far, it seems to have been a trooper! The underwater shot is the first I can recall that you’ve done in Alaska. I think you did one in Hawaii when you were there, but it was a fun perspective. I have to admit that I laughed when I saw Cynthia climbing the ladder with the camera in her hand! You know my motto, “Safety Third!” 😂. That campsite was spectacular, and Ember approved! The shot just afterward of Cynthia’s feet by the campfire with the setting sun is one you’ll have to remember when facing other obstacles that make you hesitant to push forward. It’s certainly worth it! And it must be noted that where you chose to park is at the confluence of swift and still waters. The reflection of your inner struggles to find balance between the known and unknown. The campfire being the light you’re putting before you to illuminate your path in life. Jim’s InstaPot creation looked amazing, as always! Thanks for making us all hungry!! 😂. As a closing note, Cynthia, your narration is perfect, and such a great addition to your videos! You’re doing a fantastic job you two!
When I read this I smiled. Your perspective of change is spot on. Whether it's change in our personal lives, changes in our careers, relationships, we not only handle it differently but we handle it differently based on the situation. Are we already in warrior mode when this change hits us or are we peacefully sitting with our family in celebration? This had certainly been on of those things we've all been forced to face differently. Everything is a cycle, and a circle of balance. We keep pushing through even though I can't plan next week, month or year. We see our lives in one narrative as we're doing the "life" thing. And suddenly, it changes, and it's not a simple, quick change, it's a subtle, stab you in the back and turn you in circles until you're disoriented, type of change. It's the Oh My God, I've been blind all this time, type of change, because I finally slowed down. I love what you said about the blurry waking up metaphor because that's what this time period has been. I've learned more than I can publicly express about friendships, family and love. Oh. Funny thing about the Sprinter stereo. I think because they aren't really built to be passenger vans or luxury vehicles, they're built to work, the stereo is basic. The center speaker needs disabled and we love music on the road so much1. It's one of those things that isn't that great but it's understandable as to why Thank you for all of your wonderful insight Brian. You see what others see but can't verbalize, or see and don't realize they see, and "hearing" you tell us what you seeing is heart warming. ❤️.
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Agree, nothing is permanent. All things will pass. I make the day as if my last. The only thing we could do is make the best of it. Enjoy each other, the people and nature. Be safe!
Words of wisdom right there. Thank you!
Just wanted to drop a note to let you guys know this has absolutely become my favorite channel. Those of us still working the 9-5 are inspired by your journey. The simplicity projected in your videos is wildly inspiring. Given the option of grinding day in and day out.. Or the simplicity of the mountains, a dog, and a campfire? I'd pick the latter. Every time.
Thank you Seth! Those are very kind words. We are glad you are along on the journey with us. Stay safe!
Wow awesome video.I have seen several videos in TH-cam on van living and out of all your videos are highly matured and you present the video in such a manner as if we personally travelling.In fact I wished to travel Alaska and you solved my interest.You,your dog and your companion are all brilliant.Your selection of music for your. Videos are very entertaining.Cheers...
This is such a sweet comment. Thank you for the kind words and we are glad you enjoyed the video. We appreciate you adventuring with us! Stay safe.
I feel like I'm right there with you guys,,your show is like my getaway from my surroundings where I'm at now,,I truly love watching your show,,thanks guys for the awesome content..
Preston, this is one of the sweetest comments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and hopefully we can continue to give you an escape. Have a great week!
The one thing I like better about your videos versus other van lifers is the mountains the rivers and just the beautiful views that you have be nice to be there with you .God bless and happy trails
Thank you so much. We are glad you enjoy the views! That is our goal is to show amazing places. Stay safe!
That meal you cooked.... oh my!!!!! Yummy. And the views were incredible. Thank you for sharing your adventures.
Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. The food was aaaaammmmmaaaazing... was that enough vowels lol? Have a great week!
Wings and Wheels Alaska - what’s crazy is my wife and I will be 100% full time in our Class b Zion SRT In about 3 months! Gonna be epic adventure and you guys are very inspirational to us. Thank you
We hope you guys love it! Embrace the slower pace of things :)
Stunning views! Love the driving through the water. Great video!
Thank you Lynn. Love you guys ❤️❤️❤️
Outstanding !! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing journey with us.
Thank you Al, I see you're making your way to more recent vids. I'm SOOOO happy you're enjoying them! ❤️
Wow, wow, wow! Very inspiring. Beautiful way to chill and be in the present. Well done!
Thank you wendell. We try to be as transparent as possible throughout our videos. Hope you are well! Have a great week.
Andouille? We don't need no stinking andouille! Great recipe! And the location, WHOA!
This is probably one of our favorite places now! that recipe was absolutely amazing!
Wow, what a wonderful place to stay.
I asked Jim if we could live in that spot 😁
I watch all your videos. I do not comment 95% of the time. I am planning a four or five month visit to Alaska in the next 8 to 20 months. You have great content! You are an inspiration and a great resource of information for back roads in Alaska. I am still building out my Transit van conversion. THANK YOU!
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! We are glad to be a resource for you and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. So many more places to see up here that most people don’t experience because they stay on the typical tourist path. That is a great amount of time to see a lot of this beautiful state. We still have a lot of places to explore of course and will continue to share what we find ❤️
So absolutely beautiful. You have such a soothing voice and the scenery is drop-dead gorgeous. I’m moved by the spiritual aspect of your presentation.
Thank you Cathy! 😁❤️
Another great video. Thanks for sharing your adventure and recipes.
Hi Todd, Thank you for leaving your thoughts and most importantly being a part of our adventure!
I love you two....I and my daughter needed that.
A friendly little reminder, all the feels I was having in this video, the fear I was having over my job and being furloughed, the fear of going out into this with no cell service, the fear of this virus getting to my mom....all of it..... It passed and everything turned out okay, if not for the better. I'm glad we can bring you some comfort during these times. xo
God's handiwork never ceases to amaze, the vistas you captured this week are truly breathtaking.
Hi LW. It was so much fun trying to find the best of the best shots. It wasn't fun editing out the ones that didn't make the cut. 😂. Thank you for being such an awesome cheerleader for us. ❤️
I love your song selection today. I'm watching my great twin nephews age 5 and their 1and a half year old brother, watching the movie Wall-E, make me really appreciate what you film and all that this beautiful planet offers us. I don't want us to lose it.
We have made reference to Wall-E several times over the past few months. Love that movie but sounds like you needed a little peace. I'm gad you enjoyed the music today. I've added that song to my playlist because it feels like my theme song these days. Thank you for being here with us.
Pretty extreme...pull up on a rock bed in the middle of a stream and cook a jambalaya. James must have some cajun somewhere in him
This was probably one of our favorite places ever so far 👍
The rainbow was for you. GOD be with you.
Thank you Kathleen❤️
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska you are so very welcome
I spent my teenage years, as well as a few years more, in Alaska. You captured the essence of Alaska beautifully. It's a place of extremes. It's a place that takes your soul leaving you a little better afterwards. The music along with the scenic shots was/is spot on. Thank you for sharing. 👌✌
It's great you were able to have that experience. It certainly makes you a well rounded human being. We both tried leaving, but have always been drawn back. Thank you for being here with us. 😁
Thank you for sharing!! Loved the video!!
Hello Linda! Thank you so much for watching today. We appreciate you taking the time to post your thoughts. Stay safe and have a great week!
Amazing video. Inspiring to see such incredible scenery with great music!
You really put the Revel 4x4 to good use on those trails!!
You have the perfect rig for Alaska
(and also the two perfect travel companions!). Safe travels.
Hope all is well - watching from LA!
We're happy you enjoyed it. It really has been an amazing experience. Thank you for being here with us.
You guys capture Alaska so well. ❤️
I always get excited when a new video comes out.
Thank you guys! I think Alaska gives us the paintbrush and it's impossible to mess of recreating how beautiful it is. It still gets frustrating to want to really show it but it just doesn't translate well on camera. I know you know the feeling. Hope you guys are staying warm up there and enjoying this beautiful fall. Have a wonderful day! ❤️
BEAUTIFUL ALASKA..WHAT SCENERY!❤WILDLIFE AND STREAMS! REVELL DOING WELL IN TERRAIN!👍
Hi Miles, It's funny, just when we think it couldn't get more beautiful, it does! The wind has been blowing strong the past few days. Winter is coming!! Thanks for your continued support!!
IM BEHIND..I WAS ON VACATION IN FLORIDA..MISSED YOUR POST..YEP ITS GETTING COLD IN BUFFALO TOO! STAY WARM KIDS..ITS GONNA BE A COLD ONE!❤
Beautiful colors ,Blue sky ,Crystal clear river, cool walk in the water .... Wow. I was almost transported there.
Happy to hear that. It's our ultimate goal to transport you here with us. Next time I'll work harder on that transporter machine. 😁. Have a great day!
I have learned at 72 that the only permanent things in my world so far is the love and saving grace of my Lord and Savior and my being alive in this aging body. “To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord.” Until then, Live, Love, Laugh! 🇺🇸👍❤️🤠🙏✝️
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience :). We hope you are doing well and have a great week!
Exactly
Wow the start is so touching and reflective.
Hi Bob!!! 😁. It's been fun adding that extra element to the videos. It's been well received. Thanks for checking in on us and saying Hi!
Adventure on!!! 😁
I miss my home, Alaska. Thank you for the great videos!
Hi Rob. You're going to have to come back and visit okay? Thanks for hanging out with us this morning.
What an epic journey! Beautiful scenery all around. You guys are living our dreams!
It's really amazing. Thank you for being here with us. xo
Wonderful video. Love your spoken word.
What a life
This is living
Covid hugs
Sheila Vancouver BC🇨🇦
Awww Sheila. Thank you for the kind words and Covid hugs. Totally needed right now. Hope you're well. xo
Really nice video! We drove the Denali Hwy for a week in mid-September 2016. The fall colors of Alaska are SO beautiful! Like seeing Jim’s recipes in the InstaPot-we’ve never had jambalaya, but reindeer sausage with shrimp just seems wrong! However...have to admit that it did look tasty! As fellow Revelers, we’re always wondering how much power it’s taking to cook in the InstaPot. We’ve added an extra solar panel, but we always have an eye on the Zamp Controller when using the induction stovetop.
Haha, it's a crazy good combination of seasoning and meat and because the shrimp is frozen it seems to not be very "shrimpy". However, I think Jim should have added this. Be careful carrying any frozen fish in any RV. We learned that the hard way! (I had to take out the carpet I put down last fall. 😂). Ok, so I'm sure you've heard the trick of starting the intantpot and putting it in your sink wrapped in a towel and cooking as you drive? I've done that when we hit construction and knew we'd be pulling into our spot late. I wish we knew how to test the instant pot and it's draw like all those smart folks in our group can. It doesn't seem to draw much power at all. The trick is finding the shorter recipes. If it says to "cook for 10 minutes" that means it takes about 10 minutes to get up to pressure and another 10 to release. I can't recall a time it's drawn too much but we also plan it out to try and do it after we've been driving or the sun is up. I think it's a great little addition but we certainly don't use it all the time, and I'm not sure we will be able to use it in the winter. We'll have to test it out. Thanks for watching!1
We learned that Jim is such a good 👨🏻🍳 chef! I love your storytelling. You have a ways with words. You two are a perfect match for each other :)!
Very kind of you. We're happy you're here with us and enjoying the combination of both AND when I see that you've come in to say Hi I get really happy. Mostly because you've been with us for so long now. Thank you. and yes, we kinda like each other. I seriously don't know how he puts up with me sometimes though. I'm moody and he's just so.........level. 😂😂
Thank for the wonderfull pictures à plus Norbert de France
Thank you Norbert for riding along on our adventure. Hope you are doing well in beautiful France! Stay safe.
Watching your video brings me a good day for sure, thanks!
Thank you Amy. We're happy you enjoyed your morning with us and your day continues to be wonderful. ❤️
Thanks ....love the driving and cooking along. you's are easy on my mind n easy to watch ;-)
We are glad you enjoy them. We are happy you are along on our journey. Happy Holidays!
Awesome video! I love the way it's presented. Great beginning and music. Also, wonderful footage with minimal talking and having the land speak for itself! What beautiful country. Seems like you're enjoying the journey! My journey is about to begin. I plan to retire in a couple years and getting out there is what I would love to do. So keep the videos coming y'all. Love learning what life out there on the road is all about, and how to tackle the ups and downs. I agree, nothing is permanent. And it's wonderful to appreciate what we have! Blessings and Peace.
We are glad you are enjoying the journey with us! What type of rig are you planning on? Thank you for watching!
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska The Casita travel trailer looks very appealing right now. But who knows.
Hallo Ihr beiden und euer treuer Hund 🐕 Ihr habt wieder ein schönes Videoclip von eure Alaska Reise 🇺🇸 gemacht. ( vor 3 Monaten) hat mir wieder sehr gefallen einfach super spitze wundervoll 🤙👍👏 Grüße von mir aus Deutschland/ Bayern 🇩🇪
Guten Morgen Hans! Wir hoffen, es geht Ihnen gut. Ember ist mit Sicherheit eine verwöhnte kleine Prinzessin. Sie ist sehr glücklich, solange wir in der Nähe sind. Dies war absolut einer unserer Lieblingsorte, die wir bisher gefunden haben. Bleib sicher!
We are fairly new or recent followers of maybe 4 - 5 weeks ago and have been binge watching ever since as we have time. So glad we stumbled onto your channel. That said, we are continually mesmerized by God's design and creation you are so fortunate to live in called Alaska. Yes one can see his handiwork everywhere. Traveling through there I would continually have to tell him Thank You for placing me in the middle of such beauty. Anyway we love the channel and have watched many of the videos several times. We are retired and live in Michigan and hope to someday make it too Alaska. May God Bless your travels and keep you safe. Dave and Joyce Hayford.
Hi Dave and Joyce, We are happy to have you riding along with us. We hope you had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! The camera definitely does not do it justice and you are correct we absolutely are mesmerized in each place we find and explore. We hope you make it up here also it is well worth the experience!
I loved every bit of this video from beginning to end. The music was great and you showing the beautiful parts of Alaska as always. It’s so nice and where you were with water running sounded nice and peaceful.
Love seeing amber playing in the water and retrieving. I like how she looked at the food as it was cooking. She looked like she wanted some. It was cute. That meal too looked so good too! Jim you need to open up a restaurant. I would be there everyday. Or write a cookbook. It looks like you cook great food. Well looking forward to next video.
Hi Sherri, always glad to hear from you! We are glad you enjoyed this video and we have much more to come :). Ember just loves to stare at us hoping someone will step out and throw a stick for her lol. She also loves the cameras for some reason and even watches herself as we are editing. Crazy dog. Hope you have a great week!
Another FANTASTIC video - I so feel being there with you! In these times, to see such serenity is truly wonderful. We're on a cruising sailboat and soon to be Revel'ing too. You certainly make it inviting. Kitting out a Revel for boondocking is no different than us sailing off to some remote anchorage and doing the same thing...but Alaska certainly looks incredibly beautiful.
Tony I think sailing would be pretty darn inviting right now lol. We are landlocked after all 😂😂😂. Stay safe and thanks for watching!
Change is a part of life, sometimes it can be incredible and sometimes it can be very scary. Either way it shapes us into who we are and helps us remember that today is the first day of the rest of our lives. Y’all be safe out there.
Very very well said! Thank you for sharing that wonderful wisdom! We always appreciate you being on this journey with us! Stay safe!
Thank you for your narrative, I like them on all your post. You don’t go overboard it about you, let the camera say what “YOU” feel !
Hi Ski, we appreciate that. Thank you! xo
Loved your channel. It's the best on TH-cam. Thank you for taking us along on your adventures. That gumbo looked awesome.
Hi Mae, you're very kind. We love that you're here with us. ❤️
You guys are so brave just taking roads to nowhere and crossing rivers. Jim that dish looked amazing, now I have to grab something to munch on. Lol Cheers!!!
Haha, yeah these cooking videos on early Sunday mornings must be torture. This one was soooo good and I think he really wanted to be sitting by the river and not cooking. 😂. These roads have turned into more a feeling of "eh, what could go wrong". I'll be honest, there's times, that night especially where the remoteness does sink in. It's this weird feeling. Here, it hit me during the night. How far I'd have to walk out for service if anything happened etc. It can be an almost suffocating feeling that's hard to put into words. Thank you for being here with us. xo
The scenery is mind blowing! What a beautiful place. Definitely on my list of places to visit.
I think of all the places we have gone this was our favorite place!
I live in Highlands of Scotland and it's Stunning..Canada takes Stunning to the next level..Happy trails x
Hello! My mum and sister are from Scotland and that's how I ended up in Alaska. :). You live in a magnificent part of the world. We love it here in Alaska and after this, we're ready to head your way...some day. Thanks for watching!
Another lovely video in a truly stunning location. Wow! Thank you for allowing us to come along. And even learn some instapot cooking!
Hi Don. You're welcome and thank you so much! Have a great weekend.
Great video folks! Thank you.
Hi James, thank you for watching. Have a great week!
Wow what a great spot to cook.
That looked so good.
The song you folks picked really sums up my life these days.
I'm doing what I can to get out more. Here in Colorado the mountains call. All the time.
But I get caught up in day to day things and loose track of that.
Life's too short.
Thank you both so much for sharing with us all. It is so soothing to the soul to see where you go next.
Stay safe. :)
BC we always appreciate you giving us some of your time. We always get caught up in the day to day items always but don't let that overshadow the things that improve your mind. There is nothing like breaking away from the world and just being you in the middle of nature. We hope you have a great week!
so so beautiful is the surrounding where you folks are, stunning amazing, thanks for sharing, we wish we could be there you make us jealous in a good way,
i was wondering who is editing😀👍
Hi Rob, we both work together on the editing. Gives it both our touch when it gets to the final product . Thanks for watching and we hope you have a great week!
I just love to watch the scenery,mother nature must be respected and taken cared of.
Hello Eleanor! Completely agree #packinpackout . Always respect the area you are in and don’t leave a mark. Hope you have a great week!
The truck camper is almost complete. We will be coming up in June for a few months. Looking forward to seeing some of these same awesome views. Thank you.
The truck and camper will be perfect on the Denali Highway. We talk about that in the next episode and how this loop we're doing is an absolute must and a trip to Alaska can't be done in a week or two. Keep us posted. 😁
Amazing video. Maybe, life-changing. Cheers!
Those are some very kind words. 😊❤️. Thank you!! xo
What an amazing nature! I love the way you show respect to it. I hope you and Jim are ok!?Great video again. Greetings from Germany.
Hi Martin. We are doing good. Seems the past few months everything happens in waves, all will be smooth and then we have to readjust. It's how our world is, planning or considering our future is getting more an more difficult. I'm certain it will smooth out in the next few months Thank you for begin here with us.
Great video is always . Really pretty scenery. I thought Ember can always entertain herself when I was water around to Splash in. Something I thought of as y’all were crossing the water, which was fairly deep. Your rear ends/axles, and transfer case and probably the transmission also, have vents to relieve pressure as they heat up and allow air to move back in as they cool down. They are warm and you drive into the cold weather and a cool off quickly and draw air in to them.You need to check and see if they have, or install tubes to the vent they go up high above any water level that you plan on crossing, so that water is not drawn into them.
Hi Terry we are constantly stopping to check on things under the van. So far so good. Thank you for helping us keep that in mind. We wish Ember would entertain herself but she seems to prefer to be on camera these days lol. she is a real princess and absolutely knows when the camera is pointed at her. She even watches herself when we are editing on the computer. Absolutely crazy. Hope you are doing well!
So glad you are back.
Hi Pat, We didn't leave ya'll. Sometimes we find a video takes much more time to edit than others and we really don't want to just push content that has very little meaning to us. We appreciate you being here with us and will be here for you also!
Man life doesn't get any better than this.
Thank you Alma. When we were at that first pond I think I kept repeating that. It's so typical that we find such beauty and leave in search of more. It really doesn't get any better. Thank you for spending your morning with us. ❤️
As always another great video. Thanks for sharing this adventure with us.
Thank You Cindy, Happy Sunday. I hope you have a beautiful day. ❤️
My wife has asked if you would share the hat pattern made of the buffalo yarn hat that your mom made for you. We really admire all the beautiful places you visit and share! Happy trails to you both!
The hat pattern is a compilation but basic is the “ Yellowstone heaven skate ski hat” by Selena Miskin , sweater sisters.com, I continued to decrease to close it up into a hat,
I take the general idea and mash it up along the way,
Catherine said it best. Thanks mom! ❤️
Thank you we love your creations!
Looks good out there and the food looked great. Maybe someday I'll get to Alaska to see it. Now I'm just waiting for my Revel dealer to get my registration and license plates so I can get my new Revel and bring it home to start our local (Northeast) adventures and get to learn all the ins and outs of the Revel and touring in it. Any day now, I hope.
Congratulations Ken we are so excited for you! We hope you love that Revel. Did you go with a 2021? So many great additions to the new model ❤️
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska Oh yes, it is a new 2021 - I posted some photos of it sitting at the dealer's on Facebook.
Hello from Fairbanks. Never been to that area and unfortunately do not think that my little class C can make it in there, but definitely intending in exploring some of that area next summer! Thank you for showing it to us.
Will definitely be a little tough with some rigs Jim but the main denali highway is easily done in a Class C. just take your time and go slow. Beautiful either way we just wanted to try this trail that we had never been on before. So many places to camp along the way we do not recommend staying at the "campgrounds" since you get the same services that you have to pay for as you get with more space and beauty that are absolutely free. Thanks for watching. Oh did you know we both spent a few years of our childhood in fairbanks? We are always excited and share so many stories as we pass through there :)
Thanks for the video. And yes I am looking at a life change event with in the next year. Also I took the first step and I made reservations in Tampa for the Super RV Show in Jan. so my wife Karen and I can sit in the vans and make out decision on with one to get. Also if you ever venture to the lower 48 please come to Cajun Country and I will hook you up with the best jambalaya.
Please stay save and hope to meet one day.
Hi Brad, definitely try multiple options to find what works for you. We have a lot of family in Louisiana so yes we will be there at some point 😉. Will be happy to try yours 👍. Stay safe and thank you for being here with us!
Safe travels as it gets colder🙏🏻
Thank you Pat. We are swapping out gear and getting prepared for that!
Absolutely beautiful. We hope to be able to go back up to Alaska next summer.
I sure hope so. Was so weird having every plan we had made for the summer cancelled :(. We had so many events lined up this year and couldn’t do any of it. But things change and we all have to go with the flow. Hope to meet y’all at some point!
I love everything about this video and most of all Amber and the love she has for water. ✌️🐩❤️
Hi MArina, she is definitely the star of the show! Have a great week!
Good morning from NC. Mr Bill sends greetings to you up north. What a beautiful inspirational video. Yes, nothing is for certain in life. I am a person who enjoys my own comfort zone. Not a so called boat rocker. I do enjoy your videos, pushing the envelope. Jim, the recipe sounds delicious. Wish I was there to enjoy it with you guys. The song and scenery in the beginning of this video is so Beautiful. I see that you guys are wearing warmer clothes than me. We're still wearing shorts, tanks and flip flops. Well, let me sign off of here. I get too long winded at times. Please be safe, hold onto each other and as always I'm sending virtual hugs and ❤❤❤ to each of you.
Mr. Bill I was just thinking about you yesterday. Yes, we are having to layer up now. I'm going to brave a trip to Cabellas and get a new layer for my outer pants. (Cynthia) but otherwise I think we're fairly ready. This week we're having some upgrades done to the van so I'm hanging out in Anchorage for a few days, which makes Jim Happy because football has begun. 💁🏻♀️. All is well and we're sending you hugs back. ❤️❤️ Have a beautiful week.
❤ I wasn't going to mention about football. I'm a Miami dolphins guy. Glad he's got to watch some football today. My wife Belle is a Cowboys girl. So tonight I am watching Cowboys play at 8pm. I hope you don't get too bored since I am guessing you aren't a football fan.
Always support.. no matter what.
S N I hope we didn't post something you didn't like. You can always shoot us a message if there was something different you would like to see. Thank you for your support and we hope you are doing well!
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska Not at all. It was really only a affirmation of my support for you both.
Thank you ❤️
SPECTACULAR!
Thank you Tresha!
We were there in 2019. Loved the Denali Highway so much we travelled it twice that summer. The first pond reminded me of one we stopped at along the south side of the highway about 5 miles from the west entrance. The Jeep Tours stopped by every day. Love your videos! Thanks from Tim and Linda stuck in the lower 48.
Hi Tim! it is absolutely breathtaking. I think that is the same lake. A little further up from where we were was a few picnic tables etc but we wanted to be right on the water. We had no disturbances this year, think due to the lack of tourism in the area. very peaceful. Have a great week!
I was looking for camping steak cooking in the next video!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
We just did a steak one in the last video but nothing wrong with steaks all the time 😂. We will see if we can come up with a different steak idea 👍
Love the scenery! How do u deal with mosquitoes or insect in the wild? Any tips
Hi Alex. Yes! We use a Thermacell, create smoke when we can, and have different "levels" of bug repellant from light scented to the hard core Deet stuff when we are in the deep woods. We avoid staying in spots with sitting water as well. My biggest concern is bees. Not much we can do about those. Some years are worse than others. Thanks for stopping in, but we highly recommend a thermacell. :)
Such beautiful scenery. Fall must just be spectacular to see there. Lord, I hope I get to Alaska someday! And, isn't Hamilton the BEST??!!
Hamilton is amazing. It's also crazy how many people have no idea what it even is. Mind blowing 😂. I hope you get the chance to experience it as well. xo
What a good video. I’ll say I was a little scared with the beginning, I was thinking you two were going to stop making these videos. That’s wouils have been sad. I see more of Alaska watching your stuff then I have weaver sedentary anywhere else. ❤️ ❤️. Looking forward to the next installment. Nice looking stew. I bet that tasted divine. Live confidently and peacefully
Thank you so much John. We love sharing our journey with all of you and have no plans to stop anytime soon. As a matter of fact will become more frequent at some point but right now it takes us so much time to edit. We may take a week off here and there to focus in on improvements but we wont be gone long. We are constantly working on making our videos and memories better for all of you. Stay safe and we hope you have a great week!
That’s my kind of comfort food. Great videos.
Ours as well. Jambalya is the best. It tasted even better on day 2. Thanks for watching William. :)
thanks for share.... so beautiful
Thank you for the kind words. We appreciate you watching!
Oh yes cooking time!!!
Thank you for watching Norman. Hope you enjoy!
I love the way she narrates the adventures of her family. There is a bit of sadness in her words. My question is why? Does she misses City life and her home? The dog is the star. She's awesome, just like my pup!
The beautiful thing about the city and home is it is always there to return to whenever I want. I think that's what separates us from many others is we have the option to return and we do, and it certainly doesn't make me happy. Being out in the middle of nowhere is where I'm most happy. There was a series of about 4 videos where I had to make some really tough decisions about my career and covid. No regrets now. Thank you for coming along. xo
I’ve missed you guys! Actually was getting a bit concerned and have had you in my prayers. Thank you both for such a beautiful video and sharing your adventures. As always ☘️Blessings☘️
Aww Tracy thank you. Your prayers have been working because we are hanging in there. Rolling with the punches and changes. Jim posts pictures on instagram that are a little more up to date very couple of days if you have an instagram account. We've slowed down to take care of things before winter comes and to adjust to me being in one spot when the majority of my adult life has been traveling. This is going to take some getting used to only being on wheels for the next year. 😊. Thank you for being here with us.
I love following your adventures and have watched many of your videos. I'm hoping to join the Revel club next year. I have a question: does the insta pot drain your batteries?
Hi Jasmine, no it does not unless cooking a really long recipe then we will either put it in the sink and cook while driving or turn the engine on so it doesn’t impact our power for the night. Most of the ones we show are pretty quick recipes.
Thanks you guys! Happy travels! See you on the road
Thank you!
Excellent views and narration 👍😊👌👏
Thank you so much!
When enjoying God’s creation no words are needed 👍
Thank you Philip!
Exactly :)
17:02 Dog wondering, “Hey mom, what are you doing playing in the water without me?”
YES! Ember's like "Hey wait!! I just spent the entire summer trying to get you to come in this darn river what are you doing??!!??" That made me smile JD. Thank you. 😁
going to do the recipe tonight looks awesome ...so nice to see ya all we all need a break once in a while I want to start doing lives but covid has made me look a little ruff right now I need to go get my hair did so bad lol... OH! we bought land 10 acres on a lake with trees and views of beautiful hills its perfect so excited one step closer to getting our dream done then we will be traveling again:) we want to make some boon docking spots on the property for friends and family so you will always have a place in Florida:) we are so excited to get filming again we want to figure out how to time lapse the cabin build also so many things going on we already sent in our plans for the cabin and then end of the year we will be buying a jeep and an new 4x4 class C hopefully all well go smoothly crossing fingers stay safe friends and live life because i am through your eyes so wishing we was there but it will happen eventually: ) take care love ya lots
Congratulations on your new land! That will be a nice little place to visit someday! We are looking a bit shaggy right now also. Just waiting for the case counts to drop up here before we go to unnecessary places especially in the bigger towns. Small remote places we have been going to aren’t as risky. Glad to know you guys are doing well. Let us know how you liked that recipe. ❤️
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska It was great we just used beef sausage but great in the instapot:)
I loved it! Your dog is sooo cute!
Hi Aiza, She is the star of the show and she knows it :). Thank you for watching our journey! Have a great week!
Beautiful photography! We plan on getting a Travato or an Irok and dream of going to Alaska. Your Revel seems like it handles the rugged road very well. We seem to have common interests so why not support each other's channels.
We are always happy to support people. We will stop by :). Have a great week!
Stay safe. See you soon!
Have a wonderful week!
Now I need to go get some Ak sausage at store. You r a great chef ,,,,
our absolutely favorite sausage is the spicy reindeer!
Beautiful filming and music! I can't wait... I will be in Talkeetna in 6 days!! I am usually there this time of year. I love the colors and sights. Your drone work is really beautiful. That creek driving made me nervous here in my bed!!!! Do you have a Chuck It for Ember? Ir really enables you to throw balls a huge distance. We had a golden that lived for retrieving. Love the cooking episode too! What a nice view while cooking. Love reindeer sausage. That fish sauce is a great idea! You do need to print your recipes here! Can't wait to get up there into the most beautiful place in the world!
Hi Sassy. I've been thinking of you and your visit up here. You must be so excited! We did have a chuck it!!! Ember lost that ball on the Dalton Highway and it was the best ball ever because she couldn't chew it up. Jim really Tries to make her retrieving just her duck but I've ruined her with sticks and the ball. OMG it makes her insane. I was a little happy when it disappeared. 😂😂😂. As you know she is totally obsessive! It's funny you mentioned that because as you can see we don't plan this out. I bet you can ever hear us behind the scenes. Like "wait, how did the peppers get in there?" I mean, Jim is impossible to film and I mean that in the best way possible. He just starts talking and throwing stuff in and kinda sorta looks at a recipe. So anyway, afterwords I have to go back and figure out what he did and put it into writing and I forgot to take a picture of it! We will get this worked out but the things he decides to throw in there are pretty darn amazing. Also, working with what we already have... Have a great flight up here, maybe we can meet up? Keep in touch okay? ❤️
Wings and Wheels Alaska , I often cook like that too! I have to lay everything out when I am filming. Looks like Jim did a pretty good job of Mise en place in this one! I know retrievers can be OCD! Even my little Cavalier is a she is a distant relative. You are living the perfect life for Miss Ember! She has so many great places to swim! What I want to know is how you keep your camper clean!!! She is always in the sand and mud!
I would love to get together! My son has 11 acres, plenty of room for you to park and camp! I don’t know what he has planned yet or if the state will make me get a second COVID test and wait for results, I should know on Thursday. I leave Friday. I will be there a week. I will send you my phone # on FB messenger.
Hi I'm new to your channel, I just want to say the main reasons I subscribed besides the beautiful scenery it's just the calmness of Cynthia voice when she tell the story of your adventures it's just really soothing and it's just nice and peaceful! It makes the whole experience really relaxing along with a beautiful scenery and the good food and recipes.. Safe travels, now I have to go binge watch your videos have a good one..✌️💕🚐🐾
Good afternoon Deb. My name is Cynthia. It's nice to meet you!! This is a wonderful compliment and it was nice to wake up and read this today. Thank you for being here with us! ❤️😊❤️
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska you're welcome Cynthia I fixed your name in the comment...I don't know why I put Amber because I knew that was your dog's name, my mistake sorry! Thank you very much for your reply and Merry Christmas🎄
Beautiful...the water was like glass and you guys going outback even further was really nice...I can imagine how peaceful it was sitting there by the stream with the fire going.
Ember was having a good time as usual...At one point you were quite far from the Van did you have your bear spray or a weapon with you?
Tell Jim to entertain Ember so you can check the stream for 'GOLD" :) Wow that's a lot of food for just 2 people...looked really nice...
Thank you both for sharing...
Hi James.Yes that was a ton of food right? We went back for seconds and I think Jim snuck in the left overs to Ember. In a spot like that with shrimp and sausage we had to make sure it was cleaned up really well so it went in our bellies. Yes, I had protection on me. Generally about 90% of the time. Were I have it is completely comfortable to me and having been taught well to never show it is ingrained in me deep. So yes, had it on me while filming this time because he said "off road and river crossing" I hear "Oh, okay, I'll be walking and filming". 😂. Thanks for being here for us and with us James. Hope all is well in your part of the world. (I tortured myself researching Iceland last night, this is the longest I've had my feet on the ground in.......wow, I can't really remember). This loop we're doing is really helping ease that part of me that's very much like Ember to water.
have a beautiful week. xoxo
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska Hey guys, just received the sweat shirts and T-shirts, their great thank you...
James Bonafilia yay we are glad it made it so quickly and most importantly we are glad you like them. Stay safe my friend ❤️
Nothing like a natural release by the river brother
We have a toilet in the van for that :)
Beautiful and inspiring🌈
Hi Christine. Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave us a message. 😁😊
Best one yet =)
Thank you Michael! :)
Love this channel! Do you guys use 6 or 8 quart Instapot?
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and philosophy behind the things you’re seeing and doing. You’re inspiring.
We use a 3qt. Perfect size for just the two of us. Thank you so much for the kind words!
You guys are beautiful!! 💕 🐾
Ahh thank you so much that is sweet. Have a great week! ❤️
How do you wash your cooking stuff? I expect you don't want to use too much on-board water, yet don't want to risk stream water either.
We do a combination of both. We will use stream water lake water etc to get the big stuff off then use our sink to soap clean everything. We also use purified water from rivers and streams through our life straw system.
As she was driving out of the fuel station, I was wondering do you carry extra fuel with you?
Hi Miles, We don't currently carry extra fuel and have never had an issue with running low on fuel. When we start taking our adventures out of country we will carry a couple rotopax just in case. Stay safe!
Found your channel a couple of weeks ago and love seeing your travels! A couple of questions, first how tall is Jim? I'm 6'3" and don't know if my wife and I would fit in that bed. Second does Ember know not to jump in the river when it's moving really fast? I can see how much Ember loves the water and that makes me a little nervous. Any way keep up the great channel and stay safe.
Hi Patrick, Jim is 6'2" and we are totally comfortable in the bed but we would totally recommend trying it before you make the purchase. Wether it is seeing one on the show room floor or renting one always try before you buy. Ember has learned fast water and what she can and can't swim in which is nice. She completely avoids the fast water and we are still paranoid and holler at her to come pretty often even though we really probably don't need to but we never want to take a risk. Great questions and we hope to see you on the road some day!
@@WingsandWheelsAlaska Thanks for the quick reply & great information!