This was a top secret town in Alaska [S1E45]
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ค. 2024
- We break camp on 6 Mile Creek and make our way to the once secret city of Whittier Alaska to explore a bit of its mysterious past.
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hi over land life style ooh yuck keep you're self clean for health reasons it go's double for the girl's including you're daughter so they don't end up with female problems that one of the big tricks when you live in a car or truck etc. is to not let you're self go yes I know from where I'm talking first hand for you're and you're wife and daughters sake pull you're self back together it's hard to get it together and keep it together on the road longer on the road the harder it is to not let you're self go ok but it's not just you so for you're wife's and daughters sake and help them ok you got a God family 👍C😎😎L
@@DRobb-zi2rj I've been to Alaska and Canada, yes internet is many times non existent for sometimes days or even weeks at a time. Unless your in one of the bigger cities you may get lucky and a small town night have satellite internet that good enough for email. Also your comment about the time between videos shows that you have no idea about what's involved in doing video and editing them so you can have a very good quality product.
you have a river,you have a bath
Lifestyle Overland I actually leave up here and love it but when I’m done with school I plan on going back to the lower 48 but that’s a different story. But have you guys picked up a mile post they tell you everything you need to know!! And you guys need to go to Hatchers pass ( this is my first vid I’ve watched of yours so idk if you have or not ) and heck if you want I could see if we can take you out and let you see sum up close to stuff and glaciers we can take you over mountains with cliffs on both sides lol but there hunting trails sooo I hope you and your family have an amazing time up here and would love to meet you some day
Great video, what fire arm did you carry to protect against bears and cougars and other predators?
Dude...your wife is Epic!! How cool is it to have a partner to share such a passion for the outdoors and EXPLORING Alaska. You are truly blessed...please don't take it for granted.
Im game! Haha
"Don't run, you'll just die tired." Never heard that one before....my new slogan.
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Someone please put that quotable quote on a t-shirt with a pic of somebody being chased by a bear. Thanks much. Hint, hint, Lifestyle Overland.
Thats a very popular U.S. Marine Corp saying!!! (Sniper School).
Trust me, you would't want to spend a winter in Whittier. The strategic advantage of the location was Japanese bombers would not be able to find it due to constant cloud cover, or as we say now, it's always shittier in Whittier. Great video - you made Whittier look cool.
Sounds like we caught it just right 👍
Hmm...I was snowbound more often in Anchorage than I was in Whittier. There was no road for cars through the tunnels from Portage to Whittier; just the RR track. From Anchorage I would drive up Turnagain Arm to Portage; then drive onto the flatbed RR car and let the train take me through Bear Valley and the tunnels on to Whittier. There, I drove off the train and parked at the Begich Towers where I lived in a 2 BR apt. facing the bay. Fantastic living, and view.
Winter wasn't so bad. I lived in the Begich Towers (the big tan building.) I worked in the school across the street, and we got there through a tunnel under the street. All the tourists were gone, and the people who were left hiked, skied, tobogganed, played with inner tubes... so much outdoor fun! We had a grocery store in the building, as well as the post office, the library, a little cafe, and others I don't remember. You only go out if you want to. And it was warm inside, unless the boilers broke down...
I was an educator in Whittier during the mid-1080s. I completely loved the experience. Great people and great students. Fantastic ourdoor activities. My wife and I thought about retiring there when I retired in 1998, but got enticed to Oregon, where we still live.
Go there, visit for a few days, relax and enjoy life
I don't know how you do it, but every video I've watched, the soundtrack is on spot! I'm glad to support this channel
I lived in Whittier from '83 to '88. I've always told people that it's the most beautiful place in the world, and this video proves it. When I lived there, there was no toll road. To get out of town, if not on the ferry, you put your car on a train and it takes you through the tunnels to Portage. Watching this, I got chills as the light at the end of the tunnel became more prevalent and Whittier came into view. I miss it dearly.
Welcome to The Great Land. You definitely got lucky with the weather in Whittier.
If you ever get the chance, head out to Unalaska (Dutch Harbor), or way up north to Utqiagvik (Barrow)… Totally different scenery but still amazing Alaska. Dutch looks like New Zealand, with no sheep and lots of WW2 / Cold War history all over the state.
I am a born and raised Alaskan resident. Your videos bring me some appreciation that often is taken for granted living here!
Did you ever find out the name of that particular trail you were on?
You're the luckiest person to born and live in Alaska. It's heaven on earth.
Thank you for acknowledging the fact that the land was occupied by the Chugach Alaskan Natives before colonization. All Alaskan land was preoccupied by its native peoples and knowing what and who's land you're on shows your respect to the land and it's people. Much appreciated and great video!
The "Natives" don't seem to mind too much as they spend their large sums of cash at the bars in downtown Anchorage.
Love this!
Well done covering such a beautiful landscape. Can't wait until the next episode arrives.
Keep up the good work.
The food at the Whittier inn was amazing! Reindeer eggs Benedict is where it’s at y’all!
"You'll just die tired" lol!
Wow, breathtaking views...
I am lucky enough to call this place home! You captured Whittier wonderfully!
Guys another incredible video. All take care and be safe out there. Thumbs up everyone!
Great family video i grew up in sand point Alaska it was the best time and the air is so fresh alaska is always epic
That hike was worth every effort , the scenery is unbelievable .
spectacular as always!
Can't thank you guys enough for sharing your adventures!
The work you must put into these productions could only possibly be matched by the amount of joy you must experience actually being there!
Thank you again, take care of yourselves, we love you guys!
Thanks so much for the support! We love reliving and sharing these stories with you!
when I lived in Alaska the only way in to Whittier was by train I miss Alaska would love to go back for a visit, Been gone for 20 + years it has changed so much I wouldn't reconize it. Thanks for the video I am now home sick lol
“Don’t run, you’ll die tired”. Lol. Such epic footage Kevin. Keep it up my man!
Thanks! Will do!
I'll be watching this one again just for the beauty and the music, stunning/awesome/majestic/mysterious/historical, one could go on and on. Love Sarah's monologue too, neat to see the world through her eyes as well, not to mention all the one liners and exclamatories from little Miss Caroline. Hit another outta the park peeps!
You guys are super lucky. Seward & Whittier are notoriously pouring rain, cold, socked in with fog, and horribly un-fun. (I've lived here for ~ 40 years, and seen them both in sunshine only a few times.) So glad you were able to enjoy them both during dry days!
Thank you all, for sharing! Awesome, Awesome stuff!
Your video/music was epic, best one yet I thought. Humor and camera time from your wife added to our enjoyment. Safe travels!
Watching your video from Pakistan. Thank you for educating us about Alaskan wilderness and nature.
Omg y'all rock! This place looks awesome/amazing/fantastic ! My wife and I envy the wonderful footages that both of you delivers and would challenge ourselves to be like y'all soon. Be safe and happy travels!
"You'll just die tired" Saw that on a sniper T-Shirt. Classic line! Thought you might see Big Foot. Nice adventure. Safe Travels and God Bless!
As soon as I saw the title of this video I knew it had to be Whittier. Used to be that you drove your vehicle up onto a flatbed railcar, set the parking brake and just sat tight as the train transported you through the tunnel. I made the trip many times back in the 80's. We went there in winter to, wait for it,..........scuba dive! I worked for Sunshine Sports in Anchorage and we would take students there for their first open water dives. Dive season in Alaska is actually winter because all the streams and such freeze up and the visibility goes from zero to twenty feet in summer to 80 to 100 feet in winter.
What a beautiful place Alaska! Just a magnet for overlanding, thank you for the work you do to put such great footage together guys, travel safe, kind regards from Scotland
I had the privilege of spending 4th of July in Whittier in 2012. Its a wonderful place to visit and explore. Surrounded on 3 sides by snow capped mountains and amazingly blue water in the harbor, its just so beautiful. Glad you guys got to stay and relax for a little while. Keep up the awesome videos!
I can't tell you how much I love watching your videos! I always wanted to explore Alaska & being disabled this is the only way I get to do it. You have a beautiful family & I can't get over how well behaved your little girl is. I've gone back & watched all your videos since I found your channel. I hope to join your Patreon community soon! Keep up the good work!
Another GREAT Video ! The boards primary purpose is to keep the trail from eroding with all the foot traffic plus the bushes will over take the trail after a while!
Thanks, Larry!
Thanks for showing us this. I lived in AK for twenty years and never made it to Whittier. Finally got to see it!
Absolutely loved my experience at Portage Glacier.. amazing to see all the things I missed.. thank you for giving me a reason to visit it again
Lance we definitely plan on going back too!
I am new to your guys channel and have spent the last few days binge watching about 8 episodes and I have to say this is one of the highest quality channels I have come across in similar categories. Amazing footage, great editing, music and fantastic content. You guys have truly found your calling in this medium and I hope you continue to be able to create content like this. I have shared with friends and family.
Who in the world would give this a thumbs down, this was a sweet video. Nice job 👍 guys. You are truly blessed in an awesome way for all the effort you put into this.
Some people have big thumbs and miss the thumbs up button 😉👍
Sad but there are always people who will hate. Haters gonna hate!
Oh well, let some us keep enjoying these videos and keep on giving them thumps up because they deserve it.
Haha, the black helicopters and "you'll only die tired" had me rolling. Whittier looks incredible, I've really enjoyed much of the Alaskan small towns you've driven through. It's like jumping back through time almost.
Nice video. I just found you for the first time. As a lifelong Alaskan I can say you did Whittier proud 🙌
Same
Just wanted to say I recently started watching overlanding videos due to the fact that i recently bought a Tacoma but I must say you guys are so much more than just overlanding videos you guys are a lifestyle and yet you seem so normal I respect what you have done ✅ and I hope you keep it up I tapped the bell so I’ll be looking forward for the next adventure ✌🏼✌🏼
As always, another great video. Thanks for sharing. :)
Another AWESOME episode, thank you, THANK YOU for bringing us with you!!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video!! I really like the way your family is enjoying the adventure together and am looking forward to your next adventure! Thanks for sharing..
Great video. The drone shots were epic and good point about being north like that and the compass on the drone. Never would have thought of that. Also nice to see Sara take the camera and do some vlogging. The "don't run you'll just die tired!" made me laugh so hard. That's definitely a dad saying.
Really enjoyed sharing your day with the family. I came here after watching you change out Toyota wheel bearings.
Keep up the good work! When I visited Whitter in the mid 70's you drove onto the train, flat car, and road it through the tunnel; very interesting.
You should let momma bear do more filming and talking, she has lot's of energy and smiles to go with it!
Once again another amazing video. Just love the scenery, music and commentary. Well done.
It was a pleasure to meet you at Expo West. You probably won't remember me, given the 100's you spoke to, but I was the one that bothered you for probably 30 mins Sat morning. Hey, it was early, so I took advantage. Anyway, thanks for the conversation. It was awesome and one I'll always remember....and continue to share with others. When they ask about Expo West I just start right in. Great times and hopefully I'll get that chance again. Thanks for the photo. Safe travels!
Thanks for another great video, love the nature scenes..... They are amazing.
Lol I ate there back in 2002. I was raised in Alaska, Anchorage to be exact. South Anchorage in fact. Lower Hillside. I left to serve my country. You did a great job highlighting some of Alaska's treasures. I am very homesick now. Why no cruise while in Whittier? My wife has never seen Alaska so maybe I can use these videos to really inspire her. Also love the off-roader you have. You survived the tundra from the looks of it. My dad had a 1950s model Willy and we used to have a blast off-roading in Alaska. Anyhow... Look forward to your continued explorations. Be safe.
Great video! Wish i had all the time in the world to explore alaska. Amazing! Thank you for this.
Great video, lovely family! And I can't get over how adorable your daughter is!
Great video and scenery as always. Really enjoyed it, and hair looks good lol
From the END what i watch now its really Luxury video about pure nature and the music is really perfect chosen
Thanks aloooot
“Treat yo self” and “peace out dudes” were the best!👍🏼👍🏼
16:46--"I could live here". In 1991 I flew my private plane (BE-V-35-B) to AK with my father who was 75 at the time. While in the hotel in Fairbanks at the end of June, the weather guy on TV said "we're down to 21:37 of daylight. After considering that for a few minutes it meant that in 6 months it would 21 hours and 37 minutes of dark. Thus ended my dream of moving to AK.
Thanks for chatting with us during Expo Kevin, Sorry we couldnt visit with the ladies. hope our patch finds a good home in the truck we would be honored.
Thanks for stopping by! Great chatting with you!
As always unreal scenery really enjoy it. 👍👍🇨🇦
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
As always your videos are all inspiring to get out and explore loved this one.
Absolutely amazing guys we so look forward to your videos as you show case these amazing places "treat yourself" will now become the next catch cry of campers all around the world god bless from Australia
Another wonderful video you've done. We were in Whittier the summer of 2018 and I would say that your drone shots of the glaciers across the sound were indeed beautiful.thanks for letting us know about the effects up there on the drone's navigation system, other video I've watched of area up in the far North never mention about this effect on their drones.
We did some one-way tunnels like that on our Iceland trip. They didn't switch directions but instead had pullouts cut in every 300ft or so for traffic to pass in opposite directions. Almost all of the many bridges in Iceland are also one way and require you to give right of way to whoever arrives at the opposite end of the bridge first.
Oh my god i remember that place. Last time I visited that place was when I was 9 I think. After I turned 10 my brain couldn’t handle the long drives anymore. I can barely make it from Muldoon to eagle river without feeling like I’m going to puke.
I remember when my family and cousins would go to to go fishing there and we’d all bring food and have a huge picnic. Those were the days. If I remembered correctly there was an abandoned building nearby and we’d make up stories about how it was haunted and stuff.
You’re lucky to have good weather in that area, every time I visit that place it would always rain after a short while.
Still living in Alaska of course. I’m still a high school student. Alaska will always be my home, even if my allergies says otherwise.
No other place compares to Alaska. Definitely going to retire here once I’ve grown old and wrinkled and have explored the places I’ve wanted to. I’ll always come back to Alaska, back to my home.
My wife and been there I love place so peaceful there and we go back in July we are going there again Love your videos have a good day
Can't wait to go back to Wasilla Alaska...good video thank u for sharing..
In live in wasilla currently, it’s growing fast
Valdez is beautiful, mostly rainy though I hope you catch the sun. Watching from Wasilla Alaska!
Welcome to our state! Whittier is really pretty. Check out Portage Pass Trail. Its a short but rewarding hike, right near the tunnel.
Hey you all great video, lots of laughs great personalities all of you. Yes that was a bunker back in the time it was built there was a lot of asbestos used in the construction. The trails with planking are going to become more and more common for many reasons. It keeps hikers on a trail less impact on the environment. It also reduces risk of injuries so less resources need for medical calls. Thanks for the very entertaining videos and stay safe on your travels.
Found your channel through this video! What great filming, love the content :)
I also love to stick my adventure patched to the ceiling of my roof! My family think its weird, but its good to know im not the only one :)
Hi another great clip it looks fantastic on the video it must be wonderful to be there in person.
Safe travels.
I have watched all your videos now and i keep going to wrong door on my 4wd and travelling in right-hand lane .Take care and be safe.all 3 off you.
So glad this was in my reccomend. Great video🤙🏼
Always look forward to these videos 👌
Welcome to The Last Frontier 🤟 watchin from Anchorage, and it still looks amazing even living here in state and being there time to time to ferry out of there.
I would love to be able to do stuff like this. This is some great scenery, just found this channel and now I wanna watch your journey to this point!
I live in Anchorage alaska Whittier is good for fishing sometimes. you can just walk out there and pick them up
Would definitely recommend taking the ferry to Cordova! My hometown.
Beautiful place awesome video really enjoyed it. Subbed
beautiful footage-well done.
Loved this one! Thanks for sharing.
That Tunnel Looks Awesome!
Every city in alaska is a secret to anyone who hasn't been here.
Joel McKinney yup
I can agree to that, currently living in Kake at the moment which is a small town
Thank you for picking up the trash man! We need to take care those treasures.
Whittier is a awesome place, i spent 4 days there last September fishing and sightseeing.
Outstanding hiking and drone footage!
The planks minimize environmental impact. Great footage!
There are many trails throughout SEAK that are built that way, mostly to keep the trails from becoming mud bogs. The wood can get pretty slick though!
Beautiful scenery !!!
"Don't run, you'll just die tired." 😂 Such a dad comment.
Beautiful place and l love the music too.
Thanks!
I live in Wasilla, and I’m in Texas rn and this is making me so homesick. And omg y’all got lucky with the weather there!
We really enjoyed your videos! Great family!
Amazing nature, nice vids, thumbs up! Helicopter scenes lol)
Haha, glad you liked that!
Hola , saludos desde Costa Rica , también me gusta disfrutar del camping he aprendido mucho con sus videos,muchas gracias .
Nice video, thanks for sharing ✌
Essa região com esse conjunto de montanhas ao fundo com esse rio no início do vídeo e fenomenal,parabéns e obrigado pelas paisagens!
Really enjoying your adventures!
My husband and I drove a Mercedes convertible through the tunnel while we were on our honeymoon 😁. That was 16 years ago this July, and you can't drive a convertible through it anymore. (I'm glad we didn't encounter any falling rocks)
Alaska born and raised.
You sure got that EPIC Drone footage!! I'm worried to fly my drone after it lost compass and crash landed in Big Bear CA.
what a lovely family you look so happy,
great video thanks for sharing! Safe Travels.
We're headed there to overland our 1969 International Scout and teardrop from Alaska to Virginia this summer. Did you ever figure out what trail you were on? Was it actually horsetail falls or was it another trail? I'd love to hike that while I'm there. Excellent footage and videos.. I've watched for hours this morning! We're just starting on the video side of things but it's a lot of work to do that and travel at the same time. Excellent job!