Thanks a lot for watching everyone! Please subscribe to my channel. I had a few requests to put this adventure out in a single, full-length documentary and that’s exactly what I’ve done here. There’s not much from the whole trip that I don’t share. Enjoy!
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Will watch every minute of it! Thanks man, and a hello from Finland. You should come to our part of the world in Northern Europe sometime.
Thanks a lot for watching and yes, I definitely should come there some time. Seems there are some similarities too between the landscape and climate and more.
At 72 years old with a pacemaker imbedded in my chest, I can only wish I had followed my day dream and did what you are doing. So, for now & forever I will live vicariously through you. I choose to watch you for hours on end, as it is the best view available to me today. Thanks Jimmy!
Jim, I had been struggling with certain decisions in my life, and a few weeks ago randomly (or not) came across this video. As a result of watching your journey I was given clarity about what direction I should take in my life, which has provided a much-needed boost to me in moving forward from some difficult circumstances. I don’t know what your spiritual beliefs are, but I feel like coming across your videos was an answer to my prayers. Thank you for being who you are and taking the time and putting in the the immense effort to inspire others. It’s not so much the “adventures” that makes you special, it’s your character. Thanks Jim. Jeff
Thank you Jim for this. My husband and I canoed many of the rivers in BC fifty years ago. I could smell and hear exactly what you did when we watched. Hubby is 77, had 4 strokes, brain surgery from a bleed and while doing ok, can't do much of anything physically except exist. Your calm, even pace and tone of voice (he's pretty hard of hearing) and natural reactions to the environment took him back and he loved going on your journey with you. He is a "mountain man" so to speak and so being stripped of all that matters is not the golden years. Thanks to folks like you on you-tube, you all have enhanced his late years in ways impossible a few years ago. And yours (vids) are the best. And I must say, it is a wonderful thing for wifey to be able to get things done knowing he is content and happy. Heartfelt thank you's to you!
Your comment is making it all worthwhile! Thanks so much for sharing that and for watching. Please tell your husband I say hi and tell him I say thank a lot for watching too. Have a great evening
Jane,.. you're a good woman staying strong and By Your Man. Mine bailed on me right after I started having surgeries, so I've been battling on my own, 16 of the last 21 years. An Outdoorsman myself, I am challenged but still manage to do some things. It's all about inner strength, and mental power. Some days are tough, but I always tell myself they are not going to get easier either.
Wifey,😆🤗loved your comment and all that you shared. Good for you for sticking with your man through thick and thin, good times and bad. That's what love is about: STAYING!!! I also agree that Jim's videos are the best! Take care❤️💜💙
Me at the beginning of this video: there's no way I'm going to sit here and watch all 4 and a half hours. 4 and a half hours later: WHY ISN'T THERE MORE?! Great video and what a radical trip.
Great watch , how people watch normal tv with all the crap and ads is beyond me , when there is interesting quality stuff like this on youtube thankyou very much
This is hands down one of the best wilderness adventure videos of them all, epic scenery, professional camera work with excellent editing and Jim is such a compelling character, a must watch for anyone with a pulse.
I just finished watching this. Took me several days. The most impressive thing about this is the author's attitude toward all of it. Hard working, easy going, no hero complex. Very nice to see this attitude in a semi-public figure.
Thanks very much, I think that it is my love of nature that always feeds my passion and draws me back. It’s humbling and I think at times I could use a little more of that hero complex attitude as there is always so much more to learn and do that I sometimes feel like I don’t know much and have to remind myself that I have a lot of experience.
I am Bangladeshi soldier, noe i am in Kuwait mission. After my job i will make adventure journey in my country place . I like your journey brother. Now i download it.
Cannot express how impressed I am right now. Whatever you did on this trip was awesome! I love Yukon. But you made it much more lovely for me by sharing this adventure. We love you Jim. We wish you all the best in the trips to come. From BC, Vancouver
Yeah I've diamond drilled 4 summers up with Boart Longyear, our camp was at Elsa, and we drilled on Birmingham mountain for silver. Beautiful up up there. Wed do some galavanting around Keno City and check out the abandoned building in Elsa, kind of looks like Chernobyl, still papers on the desk at the schools. The town was abandoned in 1990 I believe
Its pouring rain on a cold November afternoon and I'm curled up and have never enjoyed a documentary film like this in a long long time. Thanks for letting me come along, what an awesome journey.
Absolutely amazing Jim. You do a fantastic job of bringing the wilds of Canada to those of us who can't do this type of adventure. Especially relevant while we've all been locked down for over a year. Thank you for sharing!
I would have to say this is the pinnacle of real adventure shows I have ever seen.Jim,your skill and stamina is so impressive.You are truly a gifted adventurer.My highlights were,obviously the beauty of the land,the wolves calling,you singing Lightfoots song ,the bears,the moose,your down to earth,no B S commentary.Thankyou for this,sincerely.🇨🇦👍🍁🚣♀️
Jim, I watched and enjoyed the entire documentary... while your wilderness skills and physical prowess were admirable, your outlook coupled with your attitude, set the true bearing for your adventure... you were humbled by the expansive challenges... and your accomplishments spawned authentic gratitude... thanks for taking me along... you are a man after my own heart... Peace.
Thanks so much Jim. I really enjoyed your journey. I needed to get out of the city (Phoenix) for a while and you gave me a great 3 or 4 day adventure. I was in the Yukon, like Dawson, Skagway, Whitehorse and Eagle with my grandparents when I was about 12; fond memories. My Grandfather spent 2 years at Fort Egbert in the Army in Eagle on the Yukon for 2 years back about 1906 and it was the highlight of his life. Now I'm in my 60's. My sister had a youthful adventure at 19 in the Yukon, Kluane area I think, with experienced First Nation guides for a summer about 40 years ago. Wonderful experience. So, I'm looking for folks like you, having adventures in these areas...wishing I could go too, but know it's too late for me but I am grateful that folks like you go out there so I can see what it's like. You did a great job filming with all your gadgets (sorry you lost your camera but glad you recovered your canoe. Yikes! A close call!). You're a fun guy, and knowledgeable, and really courageous to be out remote for so long. I enjoyed every minute of your great videos. Nice job and thank you so much. Your son will be sooooo blessed to get to go camping and adventuring someday with you. Blessings, Dan
I totally agree with you Mr. Ross, I'm so happy Jim made it out of that ALIVE!!! He has a lovely wife and two kids now, lots to live for!!! And future adventures with his family. Take care🤗🥰👍
Это лучшее видео о путешествии! Джим, позвольте выразить Вам свое восхищение Вашей отвагой, мужеством в преодолении трудностей, граничащих с риском для жизни. Далеко не каждый мужчина способен на такой поход в одиночку. Я прожил на севере Ямала, в Сибири 24 года, привелось выезжать в тайгу на рыбалку и охоту, но не в одиночку, вдвоем, и только на три-четыре дня. Как я теперь понимаю, эти мои "подвиги" - прогулки младшей группы детского сада по сравнению с Вашим испытанием.
Easily one of the coolest things I've seen in a while. The aerial drone shots, scenery, map visuals, and self filmed pov shots with the story telling mixed in make for an incredible documentary of this epic journey. Thanks for sharing the adventure and providing inspiration for my own adventure trips. Well done Jim!
Hey Jim, just watched 11 days solo wilderness camping in the Arctic watershed again. You are one tough man while maintaining a positive attitude and that Jim Baird sense of humor. In my best days I didn’t have your grit. Hats off to you a true adventurer. Sometime it would make an interesting video to hear about you and Ted’s early years and what made you into a beast adventurer. Looking forward to more of your Yukon road trip with the family.
Started watching your video and my girlfriend said "who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Well we just finished watching over the course of a couple evenings and we really felt like we were on the adventure with you! Great job making the video and we look forward to watching your other adventures!
"who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Not I said the cat. By 11 minutes I'd more than had it with all the TV commercial style jumping from scene to scene as in being blinked off, coupled with the over the top excessive hype. What I did before commenting was click the dislike icon from from 489 to 490. I trust that answers the "who" question. Any other questions why I will avoid Jim Baird's amateur adolescent jumped up sh*t? Suggestion: Give the methamphetamines a rest Jimbo.
I am only up to the point where he has to portage the canoe for a few miles cross country and I have decided this is the manliest man I have ever seen in my life. I am enjoying this video and it is inspiring so far! Makes we want to get out and do some adventuring.
I came here as recommended from watching a lot of joe robinet’s stuff. I must say that what I have just watched was truly amazing! How people get to watch this for free is beyond me!
Jim Baird.. what I have spent the past 4 hours 21 minutes and 14 seconds watching, Is the greatest and most jaw dropping , awe inspiring , life affirming film I have ever seen. You are as unique as Shackleton, have the drive of Scott And the skills of Cook,. Your "Take it as it comes attitude and self reliance , has been a marvel to see, alongside some great humour,(kicking a fire into life. ) Thank you. ATVB to your wonderful family ..
I found this more gripping and entertaining, not to mention therapeutic and educational, than anything I’ve seen Hollywood put out in a long time. Thank you for sharing your adventure.
This is quite easily the greatest paddling adventure I have ever seen documented- wow! You had me captivated and in awe from the beginning- thank you SOOO much for sharing this for the world to enjoy! And Ohhhhh, Canada…. What a beautiful country we live in ❤❤❤
Jim, I just wanted to thank you for the efforts you went to in order to film this. I'm in the UK and I've watched this over 4 nights. I really enjoyed seeing the mundane things you have to do every time you camp, and your love of everything nature really shows in your knowledge and delivery.
Thanks, Jim,for sharing your awesome dream and epic journey with us.Thank goodness your wife and son won't see this until you're home safe and sound with them!
Watched this last night all of it, very well done , your extra effort to record , edit and narrate was much appreciated . The trip was epic, as an older guy who has done some solo trips I can relate to the effort, personal concern with safety, on a solo trip. When people would ask me "was I scared" , or "why would I do it by myself" or the big one"what if something happens" my answer was because I can, and I enjoyed the challenge and not being responsible for others just my self. Life is good keep on trucking. Thanks Ron
Thanks for taking this old codger along on your adventure. I really enjoyed the planning, the scenery, the wildlife, continue on Jim it was great to go along with you. Cheers from NZ
Thank- you jim!! You allowed this old man to live his dream thru your eyes. My soul was with you in every stroke of the paddle. God- bless you for sharing my dream with the world. M.p. orlean, va.
This is the first video of yours I watched and friend, I'll carry that conoe for you every time and set the tent! Your positive attitude, knowledge, and the ability to film it to boot? I'm sold forever. Keep getting after it!
This is far better than normal tv or movies. The footage is great. Thanks for putting it together so beautiful. Experiencing God's beautiful creation through you footage is inspiring. Thank you
Was gonna watch a few minutes but got sucked right in and along with you. You are one touch mucker and your love of the Yukon and alone-ness is palpable. Comfortable with just yourself and that is admirable.
A wonderful adventure, well worth the half night's sleep I gave up! Thank you for what you presented. I look forward to watching some more of your videos.
Hi Jim- I have to say- your videos are AWESOME!!! 1st, your solo cinematography skills are incredible. Not only is it beautiful footage, but the multiple camera angles, etc is 1st class. I TOTALLY feel like I’m right there doing the adventure with you. I am taking a much tamer 14 day camping/canoe trip with my brother on the Susquehanna river in NY and PA in 1 month. I was researching canoe gear and accidentally found you and your channel- I am now subscribed. My excitement level for this upcoming trip is OFF THE CHARTS as I am binging your canoe vids. One last thing to sincerely commend you on- you attitude and positive outlook is totally infectious and refreshing. Congratulations on all of your successes!!
We really are thankful to you for giving the experience of something we could never imagine to do by ourselves. Your efforts for the mission are highly commendable. What a journey it was. Thank you again Jim🙏🙏🙏
Fantastic documentary, really enjoyed every minute of it. Many travelers never put the effort of filming their adventures - that's fine, those who share their experience are truly doing heroic work and honestly it humbles me to know that people like that exist. Big thank you big guy!
I'm 35 minutes into this great video and all I can think is this .... drone. Wonderful content - - Can't imagine all the brute force effort you went through. Thanks for putting this out there.
Thank you for allowing me to experience your adventure...I truly loved every minute that I watched...One of the absolute best things I have ever experienced while watching the internet...Again, Thank You!
Having a good lockdown watching your old videos and planning trips of my own. Thanks for the content and I hope you and your family the best in these crazy times. Northern Canada is one of my favorite places.
Absolutely incredibly brave and knowledgeable Not even 1 percentage of men could navigate a river trip with portage like that Jim , you are a great outdoorsman Also a very good filmmaker Thanks for putting yourself out there Time well spent watching every minute Good luck in future adventures
Well - I just finished watching this video for the 2nd time and was thoroughly entertained throughout. An epic adventure, indeed ! At age 65, I no longer hope to take such an adventure but it sure is fun to experience the vast Canadian wilderness with you, Jim. Thumbs up and subscribed. Keep the faith and stay safe.
Thanks a lot and will do. Great to have you here and great yo can live vicariously through the vid. There are a some rivers in the Yukon that are far less demanding which you could still probably tackle
I think this is my favorite episode so far. Loved all the wildlife sightings and the wildness of that part of the country. Your mishap in that rapid was VERY scary. Glad you survived it.
By fun I mean not fun. Nobody likes the thought of hard work ahead of time. After it's done, looking back, the feeling is worth it. Great videos, thanks for the effort.
Three types of fun. 1. Fun when you do it. 2. Not fun when you do it, but fun when you remember it. 3. Not fun when you do it, and not fun when your ember it. I’d say the swim and self rescue was the only type 3 fun.
Wow. Just finished watching 14 days canoeing on the Elliot and the Hart. Have done a fair amount of canoeing in my life (now 85) and appreciate what you accomplished. Perfect way to relax and detox from all going on around me here in Los Angeles. Thanks. Found myself following the 'Jim Baird Diet' - except for the smoked mussels (prefer sardines) - ate lots of salmon. All good. Even made tortilla pizza this morning. Now to check out your other adventures. Again thank you!
This was a awesome adventure. Thanks for taking me / us along. You put in a lot of time and effort to do this and it shows. We can only learn from our experiences that teaches us how too make it that much better next time.
Absolutely loving living that adventure vicariously through you Jim. We live in France now but love Canada. We've been many times up to Yellowknife and beyond. Stay safe.
Hi. I’m a Tennessee outdoor country boy. Wanted to say that I really enjoyed your video / movie. Very cool. Living vicariously through you until I make it up there myself. Good job. Cheers 😊
I've read so many books about the Yukon. Following you on your journey was a vacation adventure and brought back many memories of my youthful readings. It was a pleasure to see the sights and get a small feel of this wonderfully wild land with such a storied history. Excellent footage, editing and narration. Thank you for your courage and sharing, wish you and your family all the best.
Just finished watching this brilliantly put together content. I cant stress enough how much I enjoyed and how much I appreciated all the shots. Alot of work and planning went into this obviously. Thank you for sharing.
I'm para Used from the waist down. I use to be an avid outdoorsman but almost 10 years ago I became paralyzed and can't walk from MS . I'm living life thru ur eyes . Thank you !
Absolutely a joy to watch from start to finish with all the little goodies along the way. The cabins and such, the wildlife, stunning scenery and camera work, the added danger with the river and canoe, plus the little songs you sang! Well done!!
Watched the whole vlog for 3 consecutive nights right after my duty in the hospital. Watching you conquer the river and had gone through some obstacles along the way and survived it, somehow makes me feel like ive done it myself. Thanks for bringing us all in your adventure. 🏕🛶👍😊
Wow !!! What an adventure !!! Everything was magnificent , the views,the videos,the editing of those vids ,the challenging you've faced along the way ,etc. The fact that every aspect of the journey was done by yourself is just amazing . Hats off to you Jim ! Cheers from Argentina .
Thanks! It truly was amazing and I went back for another adventure like this this summer. It’s the current series that’s running on my channel if you want to check it out.
This video came recommended. Your presentation is very refreshing. Lot of videos out there where people are like : " I have MY sleeping bag and I have MY tent, MY campfire, MY mosquito screen, MY this, MY that".. You don't do that and it makes me appreciate your videos over many others i've seen. I'm an hour into it.. I'll be happy to watch the rest .. in parts. Thank you for sharing you adventure !
This video was incredible. I really appreciate how much work went into the filming and editing, on top of just getting through the arduous trip itself.
Well today is the last day of my stress leave been off 2 months and I want to thank you for helping me get through a tough time. Your wilderness journeys have been way better than any doctors prescription you rock! Oh and I love watching how methodical you are at preparing your meals you eat like a king out there. Ive learned a lot about how to cook in the wild.
I thought No way am I watching a 4 and half hour vid lol. Guess wot. I put it on and couldn’t turn it off. I watched the lot all in one go. Best vid Iv ever seen. I felt like I was there with you. When you fell out I was like “omg” is he gunna make it. Iv now subscribed and am working my way through your vids. Keep it up Jim and if you want to put another 4 hour + vid on I’ll deffo watch it till 2am again. Cheers Jim stay safe and take care
Thanks a lot for taking the time to watch and the amazing comment. Really glad you enjoyed it! I hope you enjoy my other videos too. You may like my Across Baffin Island series “man and his dog alone in the Arctic”
Thanks so much for this, Jim. Beautifully made. Some great photography, and really well-edited. (Man, you must have a load of material to sift through post-trip! And I can only imagine how multi-camera set-ups and retrievals add to your daily travails)… Your paddling and camping experience is obviously vast and I learn a lot from you and what you share so openly and generously. Your Canadian humility and humanity shine through loud and clear, as well. I’m a kayaker/tripper myself and your videos are just the perfect thing to watch on a snowy January night. Safe paddling.
In 1986 I bought a thrashed kayak for 100 bucks in whitehorse, borrowed a jigsaw from the seller, hacked a hole in the top for my backpack, went 1 month and just over 600 miles down the Yukon river. No cameras, no phone, no GPS..... Going back in two years when I retire to do a 1000 miles...... Fun city man
Thanks Jim. This was a fantastic four hours. Made me remember a 4 hour trip I once took on some river in Colorado, but that was in a rubber raft, and it included a stop for a catered lunch. Different trip, but same memories.. thanks for sharing.
Very cool video. Great to see a true solo adventure. It took some serious guts to go out and do this, let alone create an entertaining documentary of the entire trip. Great job.
Wow! That was epic. What an amazing adventure and experience with nail biting episodes. It was interesting how your mishap really changed your perceptions and attitude to the river and understandably shook you up. Many thanks for sharing. Kept me riveted for a long time during this awful lockdown. Stay safe
Thanks a lot for watching everyone! Please subscribe to my channel. I had a few requests to put this adventure out in a single, full-length documentary and that’s exactly what I’ve done here. There’s not much from the whole trip that I don’t share. Enjoy!
Will watch every minute of it! Thanks man, and a hello from Finland. You should come to our part of the world in Northern Europe sometime.
Thanks for bringing us along for the trip Jim! Just what I needed while quarantined in Chicago.
Thanks a lot for watching and yes, I definitely should come there some time. Seems there are some similarities too between the landscape and climate and more.
Great times
@@sosteve9113 thanks!
At 72 years old with a pacemaker imbedded in my chest, I can only wish I had followed my day dream and did what you are doing. So, for now & forever I will live vicariously through you. I choose to watch you for hours on end, as it is the best view available to me today. Thanks Jimmy!
Well there’s certainly no harm in doing that! Thanks for the support and best wishes for your health.
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Jim, I had been struggling with certain decisions in my life, and a few weeks ago randomly (or not) came across this video. As a result of watching your journey I was given clarity about what direction I should take in my life, which has provided a much-needed boost to me in moving forward from some difficult circumstances.
I don’t know what your spiritual beliefs are, but I feel like coming across your videos was an answer to my prayers.
Thank you for being who you are and taking the time and putting in the the immense effort to inspire others. It’s not so much the “adventures” that makes you special, it’s your character.
Thanks Jim.
Jeff
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Thank you Jim for this. My husband and I canoed many of the rivers in BC fifty years ago. I could smell and hear exactly what you did when we watched. Hubby is 77, had 4 strokes, brain surgery from a bleed and while doing ok, can't do much of anything physically except exist. Your calm, even pace and tone of voice (he's pretty hard of hearing) and natural reactions to the environment took him back and he loved going on your journey with you. He is a "mountain man" so to speak and so being stripped of all that matters is not the golden years. Thanks to folks like you on you-tube, you all have enhanced his late years in ways impossible a few years ago. And yours (vids) are the best. And I must say, it is a wonderful thing for wifey to be able to get things done knowing he is content and happy. Heartfelt thank you's to you!
Your comment is making it all worthwhile! Thanks so much for sharing that and for watching. Please tell your husband I say hi and tell him I say thank a lot for watching too. Have a great evening
Jane,.. you're a good woman staying strong and By Your Man. Mine bailed on me right after I started having surgeries, so I've been battling on my own, 16 of the last 21 years. An Outdoorsman myself, I am challenged but still manage to do some things. It's all about inner strength, and mental power. Some days are tough, but I always tell myself they are not going to get easier either.
Of course you did
What a lovely thing to write. I just found this video and always read some of the comments first. Hope you and your husband are well.
Wifey,😆🤗loved your comment and all that you shared. Good for you for sticking with your man through thick and thin, good times and bad. That's what love is about: STAYING!!! I also agree that Jim's videos are the best! Take care❤️💜💙
IT WAS THE MOST AWESOME TRIP I NEVER MADE. THANKS FOR THE RIDE JIM...ENJOYED EVERY MILE WITH YOU
You’re very welcome!
As a handi-capped person, I can live vicariously, through you and your amigos, thanks for that!
You’re very welcome sir!
Well said Rod!
Me three but I have done a lot of this in Alaska pre spinal cord injury!
Hey never give hope doggie!!🎣☝️😉🚣🏼♂️🚣🏼♂️🏕🏴💨🏳️💨
@@stevenholton438 Check out jordansname on TH-cam older videos.
Me at the beginning of this video: there's no way I'm going to sit here and watch all 4 and a half hours.
4 and a half hours later: WHY ISN'T THERE MORE?!
Great video and what a radical trip.
Amen to that. I thank goodness I had a ⏸ to continue when needed.😂
That's what I was thinking!!! :D
I broke it up into four 1 hour long chunks myself haha
Longest video I've ever watched on TH-cam..
Same!! Jim definitely keeps it interesting and entertaining!
Great watch , how people watch normal tv with all the crap and ads is beyond me , when there is interesting quality stuff like this on youtube thankyou very much
TV is dead
3:36
Me : "Wtf is that"
Than I hear scary violin in the background
Yeah,just stip crap on TV,an to many commercials
98% of my entertainment is from TH-cam. I don't have cable .. hate tv with a passion
Fuck TV, TH-cam is the sizzle my nizzle
This is hands down one of the best wilderness adventure videos of them all, epic scenery, professional camera work with excellent editing and Jim is such a compelling character, a must watch for anyone with a pulse.
Big thanks!!
I just finished watching this. Took me several days. The most impressive thing about this is the author's attitude toward all of it. Hard working, easy going, no hero complex. Very nice to see this attitude in a semi-public figure.
Thanks very much, I think that it is my love of nature that always feeds my passion and draws me back. It’s humbling and I think at times I could use a little more of that hero complex attitude as there is always so much more to learn and do that I sometimes feel like I don’t know much and have to remind myself that I have a lot of experience.
Seriously, what couch potato gives this a thumbs down? Great scenery, great commentary, and a great adventure. I really enjoyed 👍
I'm always questioning that myself, no matter how good the content is there's always a couple thumbs down....
Its insane, some people seem to have something wrong in the head!
If he says don't forget to comment and subscribe I'm giving it a thumbs down 😉
@@StephenHartleyBrundrett ok, why would you do that? You don't like when people telling you what to do?
People do it just to screw with TH-cam algorithms. Dislike stuff you like. Like stuff you don't. Throw big brother off your trail 🤣
I am Bangladeshi soldier, noe i am in Kuwait mission. After my job i will make adventure journey in my country place . I like your journey brother. Now i download it.
Spring is in the air where I live. Just went out and bought another kayak today. I'm so pumped.
Cannot express how impressed I am right now.
Whatever you did on this trip was awesome!
I love Yukon. But you made it much more lovely for me by sharing this adventure.
We love you Jim. We wish you all the best in the trips to come.
From BC, Vancouver
Yeah I've diamond drilled 4 summers up with Boart Longyear, our camp was at Elsa, and we drilled on Birmingham mountain for silver. Beautiful up up there. Wed do some galavanting around Keno City and check out the abandoned building in Elsa, kind of looks like Chernobyl, still papers on the desk at the schools. The town was abandoned in 1990 I believe
“This statue is dedicated to those who follow their dreams”
If that doesn’t give you chills I don’t know what will
Nice! Glad you get it!
Hell yeah.
It is a nice state you take it for granted when you live here tho
Its pouring rain on a cold November afternoon and I'm curled up and have never enjoyed a documentary film like this in a long long time. Thanks for letting me come along, what an awesome journey.
You’re very welcome and I’m truly glad to hear that you’re enjoying it! Thanks very much and I’ll hope for good weather for you!
Absolutely amazing Jim. You do a fantastic job of bringing the wilds of Canada to those of us who can't do this type of adventure. Especially relevant while we've all been locked down for over a year. Thank you for sharing!
I would have to say this is the pinnacle of real adventure shows I have ever seen.Jim,your skill and stamina is so impressive.You are truly a gifted adventurer.My highlights were,obviously the beauty of the land,the wolves calling,you singing Lightfoots song ,the bears,the moose,your down to earth,no B S commentary.Thankyou for this,sincerely.🇨🇦👍🍁🚣♀️
You, Sir, have life figured out. It's about the journey. Thank you so much for allowing us to share in yours!
Thanks a lot. A canoe trip is as much about the journey than anything, so I suppose it’s a good metaphor
Jim, I watched and enjoyed the entire documentary... while your wilderness skills and physical prowess were admirable, your outlook coupled with your attitude, set the true bearing for your adventure... you were humbled by the expansive challenges... and your accomplishments spawned authentic gratitude... thanks for taking me along... you are a man after my own heart... Peace.
1:08:07 TFW you've run out of stuff to binge watch in quarantine but then you find this 4 hour masterpiece
What we need is a Drying rack! ...
I’m an avid canoeist and outdoorsman. This gentleman is extremely skilled at what he’s doing and I’m super impressed.
Thanks a lot
Thanks so much Jim. I really enjoyed your journey. I needed to get out of the city (Phoenix) for a while and you gave me a great 3 or 4 day adventure. I was in the Yukon, like Dawson, Skagway, Whitehorse and Eagle with my grandparents when I was about 12; fond memories. My Grandfather spent 2 years at Fort Egbert in the Army in Eagle on the Yukon for 2 years back about 1906 and it was the highlight of his life. Now I'm in my 60's. My sister had a youthful adventure at 19 in the Yukon, Kluane area I think, with experienced First Nation guides for a summer about 40 years ago. Wonderful experience. So, I'm looking for folks like you, having adventures in these areas...wishing I could go too, but know it's too late for me but I am grateful that folks like you go out there so I can see what it's like. You did a great job filming with all your gadgets (sorry you lost your camera but glad you recovered your canoe. Yikes! A close call!). You're a fun guy, and knowledgeable, and really courageous to be out remote for so long. I enjoyed every minute of your great videos. Nice job and thank you so much. Your son will be sooooo blessed to get to go camping and adventuring someday with you. Blessings, Dan
I totally agree with you Mr. Ross, I'm so happy Jim made it out of that ALIVE!!! He has a lovely wife and two kids now, lots to live for!!! And future adventures with his family. Take care🤗🥰👍
Это лучшее видео о путешествии! Джим, позвольте выразить Вам свое восхищение Вашей отвагой, мужеством в преодолении трудностей, граничащих с риском для жизни. Далеко не каждый мужчина способен на такой поход в одиночку. Я прожил на севере Ямала, в Сибири 24 года, привелось выезжать в тайгу на рыбалку и охоту, но не в одиночку, вдвоем, и только на три-четыре дня. Как я теперь понимаю, эти мои "подвиги" - прогулки младшей группы детского сада по сравнению с Вашим испытанием.
Easily one of the coolest things I've seen in a while. The aerial drone shots, scenery, map visuals, and self filmed pov shots with the story telling mixed in make for an incredible documentary of this epic journey. Thanks for sharing the adventure and providing inspiration for my own adventure trips. Well done Jim!
Big thanks! Glad you enjoyed it and found some inspiration.
Hey Jim, just watched 11 days solo wilderness camping in the Arctic watershed again. You are one tough man while maintaining a positive attitude and that Jim Baird sense of humor. In my best days I didn’t have your grit. Hats off to you a true adventurer. Sometime it would make an interesting video to hear about you and Ted’s early years and what made you into a beast adventurer. Looking forward to more of your Yukon road trip with the family.
Never have watched a video on TH-cam as good as this one. Tough adventure but to video it too alone, OUTSTANDING
I watched it all in one sitting.
Started watching your video and my girlfriend said "who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Well we just finished watching over the course of a couple evenings and we really felt like we were on the adventure with you! Great job making the video and we look forward to watching your other adventures!
Awesome to hear you enjoyed it so much. Thanks a lot for taking to time to watch and commenting too.
Congratulations you definitely accomplished something gigantic
"who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Not I said the cat.
By 11 minutes I'd more than had it with all the TV commercial style jumping from scene to scene as in being blinked off, coupled with the over the top excessive hype. What I did before commenting was click the dislike icon from from 489 to 490. I trust that answers the "who" question. Any other questions why I will avoid Jim Baird's amateur adolescent jumped up sh*t?
Suggestion:
Give the methamphetamines a rest Jimbo.
me and my girlfriend also watched the entire video!
Waaaaaaaw awesome video..I watched from start to end..exciting video to watch..I just love it.cant wait for your next video..👍❤🙂
I feel like I need to make multiple TH-cam accounts to like this numerous times. Fantastic job and thank you for sharing!
Haha, awesome and thanks a lot 🙂
I am only up to the point where he has to portage the canoe for a few miles cross country and I have decided this is the manliest man I have ever seen in my life. I am enjoying this video and it is inspiring so far! Makes we want to get out and do some adventuring.
Thanks very much and I hope you get the chance to get out there and adventure yourself in the future.
I came here as recommended from watching a lot of joe robinet’s stuff. I must say that what I have just watched was truly amazing! How people get to watch this for free is beyond me!
Much appreciated! Great to have you here.
Jim Baird.. what I have spent the past 4 hours 21 minutes and 14 seconds watching, Is the greatest and most jaw dropping , awe inspiring , life affirming film I have ever seen. You are as unique as Shackleton, have the drive of Scott And the skills of Cook,. Your "Take it as it comes attitude and self reliance , has been a marvel to see, alongside some great humour,(kicking a fire into life. ) Thank you. ATVB to your wonderful family ..
Thanks a lot for the great comment. That inspires me to do more. Really glad you enjoyed it!
I found this more gripping and entertaining, not to mention therapeutic and educational, than anything I’ve seen Hollywood put out in a long time. Thank you for sharing your adventure.
Thanks!Fantastic video. I cant get enough of your adventures. Please keep 'em coming.
This was a terrifc
documentary scenery was spectacular absolutely grand trip
Thanks a lot!!
Epic Journey Jim
Thank you for some of the best 4 hrs + I have watched in a long time. Felt like I was there.
This is quite easily the greatest paddling adventure I have ever seen documented- wow! You had me captivated and in awe from the beginning- thank you SOOO much for sharing this for the world to enjoy! And Ohhhhh, Canada…. What a beautiful country we live in ❤❤❤
Thanks a ton for the great comment and for tuning in to give the video a chance. I’m glad you liked it an indeed, it really is beautiful and wild.
Jim, I just wanted to thank you for the efforts you went to in order to film this. I'm in the UK and I've watched this over 4 nights. I really enjoyed seeing the mundane things you have to do every time you camp, and your love of everything nature really shows in your knowledge and delivery.
Thanks, Jim,for sharing your awesome dream and epic journey with us.Thank goodness your wife and son won't see this until you're home safe and sound with them!
Epic...... thanks for taking us along again. Love it. Stay safe man cheers....
You’re welcome
Jim's got a sense of humour.... Gets u far in life...
Most underrated outdoor channel. Period. Get after it, bud.
Thanks a lot man, I’m keeping on with it for sure
I watched this whole thing. Ate it up. Was a great epic adventure! I love stuff like this. Well done.
Thanks!
Watched this last night all of it, very well done , your extra effort to record , edit and narrate was much appreciated . The trip was epic, as an older guy who has done some solo trips I can relate to the effort, personal concern with safety, on a solo trip. When people would ask me "was I scared" , or "why would I do it by myself" or the big one"what if something happens" my answer was because I can, and I enjoyed the challenge and not being responsible for others just my self. Life is good keep on trucking. Thanks Ron
I share those sentiments too Ron, thanks for watching
Thanks for taking this old codger along on your adventure. I really enjoyed the planning, the scenery, the wildlife, continue on Jim it was great to go along with you. Cheers from NZ
Thank- you jim!! You allowed this old man to live his dream thru your eyes. My soul was with you in every stroke of the paddle. God- bless you for sharing my dream with the world. M.p. orlean, va.
Thanks very much for the great comment and I’m glad someone gets it the way you do, all the very best to you.
This is the first video of yours I watched and friend, I'll carry that conoe for you every time and set the tent! Your positive attitude, knowledge, and the ability to film it to boot? I'm sold forever.
Keep getting after it!
Thanks a lot!
This is amazing. I’m 37 minutes in and just realised that if I’m not careful I’m going to watch this entire thing end to end in one sitting!
This was the longest thing i've ever seen on youtube. Also, one of the best. Thanks Jim
This is far better than normal tv or movies. The footage is great. Thanks for putting it together so beautiful. Experiencing God's beautiful creation through you footage is inspiring. Thank you
You’re very welcome and very glad to hear you’re enjoying it!
Years of subbing to bushcraft guys and I finally come across a guy that is just a normal cool dude 👍🏻 you are the alpha bro 🤓
Thanks a lot!
Was gonna watch a few minutes but got sucked right in and along with you. You are one touch mucker and your love of the Yukon and alone-ness is palpable. Comfortable with just yourself and that is admirable.
The Shug watches camping videos! Awesome!
Great Show Jim. I am a Disabled Veteran unable to ambulate well. Thanks for bringing me along on your adventure.
You’re very welcome! Thanks a lot for watching
Just figure it out and go.
What an effort. Not only the paddling but all the hidden work you have done to create the footage we view. Thank-you. Bravo!!
A wonderful adventure, well worth the half night's sleep I gave up! Thank you for what you presented. I look forward to watching some more of your videos.
What a beautiful adventure. The vastness of the landscape, and the nature, so wonderful. Thank you for sharing Jim! I enjoy it so much!
Great to hear and yes it is, we’re lucky to still have some places left that are thus wild
Hi Jim-
I have to say- your videos are AWESOME!!! 1st, your solo cinematography skills are incredible. Not only is it beautiful footage, but the multiple camera angles, etc is 1st class. I TOTALLY feel like I’m right there doing the adventure with you.
I am taking a much tamer 14 day camping/canoe trip with my brother on the Susquehanna river in NY and PA in 1 month. I was researching canoe gear and accidentally found you and your channel- I am now subscribed. My excitement level for this upcoming trip is OFF THE CHARTS as I am binging your canoe vids.
One last thing to sincerely commend you on- you attitude and positive outlook is totally infectious and refreshing.
Congratulations on all of your successes!!
Thanks a ton for the great comment! I hope you get a couple ideas through watching these vids and I hope you have a blast on the Susquehanna too!
We really are thankful to you for giving the experience of something we could never imagine to do by ourselves. Your efforts for the mission are highly commendable. What a journey it was. Thank you again Jim🙏🙏🙏
Fantastic documentary, really enjoyed every minute of it. Many travelers never put the effort of filming their adventures - that's fine, those who share their experience are truly doing heroic work and honestly it humbles me to know that people like that exist. Big thank you big guy!
Well said Jarek!
Was as we es as
Im sure you have a busy life and all but i cant get enough of the canoe videos
This is my passion man, lots more canoeing vids to come!
@@JimBairdAdventurer sweet!!! Bc your producing quality content. I feel as if im there. You makebit real. Thank you.
Absolutely incredible video adventure Jim! Subbed and the bell is on man....looking forward to more!
Watching this for a second time, it just never gets old.
I'm 35 minutes into this great video and all I can think is this .... drone. Wonderful content - - Can't imagine all the brute force effort you went through. Thanks for putting this out there.
Finished the video and it was a fantastic adventure. Thanks Jim for the excellent video, and I'm glad you survived with canoe in-tact. Keep paddlin'.
I wish I could like this a few times because it's entertained me for a few nights
Thank you for allowing me to experience your adventure...I truly loved every minute that I watched...One of the absolute best things I have ever experienced while watching the internet...Again, Thank You!
Wow, awesome comment, thanks so much!
Impressive, resourceful, beautiful and thank the Lord your alive and safe back home! Thank-you for the wilderness adventure!!!!
You’re very welcome and thanks a lot for watching
Jim, Thanks for taking us along on this trip. Didn't have to paddle a stroke but wish I had. Loved it :)
You’re very welcome
Having a good lockdown watching your old videos and planning trips of my own. Thanks for the content and I hope you and your family the best in these crazy times. Northern Canada is one of my favorite places.
Absolutely incredibly brave and knowledgeable
Not even 1 percentage of men could navigate a river trip with portage like that
Jim , you are a great outdoorsman
Also a very good filmmaker
Thanks for putting yourself out there
Time well spent watching every minute
Good luck in future adventures
Thanks very much for watching and for the great comment. All the best to you in 2022.
Good film maker yes. But theres nothing real in this content. All just make belief, byt good that you enjoy your fantasy tv show
Wild adventure, beyond epic beauty, stunning camera work, those wolves towards the end, wow! Gave me chicken skin! Happily a new subscriber!
Thanks a lot and greet to have ya here!
Well - I just finished watching this video for the 2nd time and was thoroughly entertained throughout. An epic adventure, indeed ! At age 65, I no longer hope to take such an adventure but it sure is fun to experience the vast Canadian wilderness with you, Jim. Thumbs up and subscribed. Keep the faith and stay safe.
Thanks a lot and will do. Great to have you here and great yo can live vicariously through the vid. There are a some rivers in the Yukon that are far less demanding which you could still probably tackle
You spoke my thoughts perfectly. Thanks.
I think this is my favorite episode so far. Loved all the wildlife sightings and the wildness of that part of the country. Your mishap in that rapid was VERY scary. Glad you survived it.
This is the whole adventure not just one episode. Lol
By fun I mean not fun. Nobody likes the thought of hard work ahead of time. After it's done, looking back, the feeling is worth it. Great videos, thanks for the effort.
Three types of fun.
1. Fun when you do it.
2. Not fun when you do it, but fun when you remember it.
3. Not fun when you do it, and not fun when your ember it.
I’d say the swim and self rescue was the only type 3 fun.
Wow. Just finished watching 14 days canoeing on the Elliot and the Hart. Have done a fair amount of canoeing in my life (now 85) and appreciate what you accomplished. Perfect way to relax and detox from all going on around me here in Los Angeles. Thanks. Found myself following the 'Jim Baird Diet' - except for the smoked mussels (prefer sardines) - ate lots of salmon. All good. Even made tortilla pizza this morning. Now to check out your other adventures. Again thank you!
Awesome! Thanks for tuning in and that’s good eating haha. Glad it was a good escape.
This was a awesome adventure. Thanks for taking me / us along. You put in a lot of time and effort to do this and it shows. We can only learn from our experiences that teaches us how too make it that much better next time.
This is true and experience trumps all.
Absolutely loving living that adventure vicariously through you Jim. We live in France now but love Canada. We've been many times up to Yellowknife and beyond. Stay safe.
Yes the full version!
said no one else
@@mcbnj We will see
Give Jim back his sawzall Ted!
lol
@@mcbnj I say YES! Lol. Cool to rewatch these adventures. Expecally while we cannot go have adventures ourselves.
@@mcbnj Says almost everyone who left a comment- get a clue or get out of here!
Hi. I’m a Tennessee outdoor country boy. Wanted to say that I really enjoyed your video / movie. Very cool. Living vicariously through you until I make it up there myself. Good job. Cheers 😊
Nice! Glad you’re enjoying it. I have some cool subscribers. Hope you get up to a big trip yourself soon!
I’m watching from my easy chair, and my back is killing me while he portages that canoe!
I've read so many books about the Yukon. Following you on your journey was a vacation adventure and brought back many memories of my youthful readings. It was a pleasure to see the sights and get a small feel of this wonderfully wild land with such a storied history. Excellent footage, editing and narration. Thank you for your courage and sharing, wish you and your family all the best.
You’re very welcome and yes, the Yukon is indeed legendary. Thanks a lot!
Just finished watching this brilliantly put together content. I cant stress enough how much I enjoyed and how much I appreciated all the shots. Alot of work and planning went into this obviously. Thank you for sharing.
You’re very welcome! Thanks a lot for watching and for the comment too. Happy New Year.
I'm para
Used from the waist down. I use to be an avid outdoorsman but almost 10 years ago I became paralyzed and can't walk from MS . I'm living life thru ur eyes . Thank you !
Absolutely a joy to watch from start to finish with all the little goodies along the way. The cabins and such, the wildlife, stunning scenery and camera work, the added danger with the river and canoe, plus the little songs you sang! Well done!!
Watched the whole vlog for 3 consecutive nights right after my duty in the hospital. Watching you conquer the river and had gone through some obstacles along the way and survived it, somehow makes me feel like ive done it myself. Thanks for bringing us all in your adventure. 🏕🛶👍😊
Wow !!!
What an adventure !!!
Everything was magnificent , the views,the videos,the editing of those vids ,the challenging you've faced along the way ,etc.
The fact that every aspect of the journey was done by yourself is just amazing .
Hats off to you Jim !
Cheers from Argentina .
Thanks! It truly was amazing and I went back for another adventure like this this summer. It’s the current series that’s running on my channel if you want to check it out.
This video came recommended. Your presentation is very refreshing. Lot of videos out there where people are like : " I have MY sleeping bag and I have MY tent, MY campfire, MY mosquito screen, MY this, MY that"..
You don't do that and it makes me appreciate your videos over many others i've seen.
I'm an hour into it.. I'll be happy to watch the rest .. in parts. Thank you for sharing you adventure !
This video was incredible. I really appreciate how much work went into the filming and editing, on top of just getting through the arduous trip itself.
Thanks!!
Truly,truly fantastic and inspirational.
Man, way to go! Throughly enjoyed living this adventure through your eyes!
Well today is the last day of my stress leave been off 2 months and I want to thank you for helping me get through a tough time. Your wilderness journeys have been way better than any doctors prescription you rock! Oh and I love watching how methodical you are at preparing your meals you eat like a king out there. Ive learned a lot about how to cook in the wild.
I loved this, especially the porcupine footage :D Thanks for taking the time to film this and put it all together
You’re welcome!
I thought No way am I watching a 4 and half hour vid lol. Guess wot. I put it on and couldn’t turn it off. I watched the lot all in one go. Best vid Iv ever seen. I felt like I was there with you. When you fell out I was like “omg” is he gunna make it. Iv now subscribed and am working my way through your vids. Keep it up Jim and if you want to put another 4 hour + vid on I’ll deffo watch it till 2am again. Cheers Jim stay safe and take care
Thanks a lot for taking the time to watch and the amazing comment. Really glad you enjoyed it! I hope you enjoy my other videos too. You may like my Across Baffin Island series “man and his dog alone in the Arctic”
Thanks Jim that was fantastic viewing. im watching in Ireland and this has inspired me to get back on the river.
Very nice! Enjoy
Thanks so much for this, Jim. Beautifully made. Some great photography, and really well-edited. (Man, you must have a load of material to sift through post-trip! And I can only imagine how multi-camera set-ups and retrievals add to your daily travails)… Your paddling and camping experience is obviously vast and I learn a lot from you and what you share so openly and generously. Your Canadian humility and humanity shine through loud and clear, as well. I’m a kayaker/tripper myself and your videos are just the perfect thing to watch on a snowy January night. Safe paddling.
I can't believe I just sat through a 4-1/2 hour video. Wonderful!!! Thank you for all your effort and trouble filming this.
You’re very welcome. Thanks a lot for watching!
In 1986 I bought a thrashed kayak for 100 bucks in whitehorse, borrowed a jigsaw from the seller, hacked a hole in the top for my backpack, went 1 month and just over 600 miles down the Yukon river. No cameras, no phone, no GPS..... Going back in two years when I retire to do a 1000 miles...... Fun city man
Thanks Jim. This was a fantastic four hours. Made me remember a 4 hour trip I once took on some river in Colorado, but that was in a rubber raft, and it included a stop for a catered lunch. Different trip, but same memories.. thanks for sharing.
Rock on doing big solo stuff. A lot of people will whine about the danger but you got stronger and smarter because of it.
Thanks a lot
Your soundtrack editting is great! You're a man of many talents.
Very cool video. Great to see a true solo adventure. It took some serious guts to go out and do this, let alone create an entertaining documentary of the entire trip. Great job.
Wow! That was epic. What an amazing adventure and experience with nail biting episodes. It was interesting how your mishap really changed your perceptions and attitude to the river and understandably shook you up. Many thanks for sharing. Kept me riveted for a long time during this awful lockdown. Stay safe