Thank you so much Shannon!! 🥰 We're so glad we got to see Seldovia. Such an interesting way of life! Haha, Howard was cracking me up! At least he tried it 😂🥶
Sean, thanks so much! We would LOVE to visit Ireland, too. Maybe you can point us in the right direction when it comes time to plan our trip! 👍 -Howard
Thank you so much Debbie!! 🥰 We're so glad you're enjoying these videos, we love sharing the beauty of Alaska with everyone! We have so much more coming up! -Katelyn
happy birthday Katelyn!!! mines on Saturday ill be 36 and as a bday present to my self I just put a down payment on my first camper can't wait till it's done being serviced!!!its good to be a LEO!!!!
Happiest birthday to you Katelyn...wish you all the best, god health & more years to celebrate...it's nice to see spending your special day with FNAVanlife Alex, Frankie & Paco. Thank you for sharing the wonderful sceneries of Alaska hoping for more videos with you guys specially with your precious furbabies Scott, Ella & Piper I love them all give my hugs to you all. God bless & more power! 🥰❤🐾🙏
You guys are just too cute! Loving the beautiful tour, your photographic talents and your escapades at the spa! I can tell you I had a big smile on my face during the entire video. Thank You….I needed a lot more smiling happening in my life right now. Travel safely but have a fabulous time doing so. I am loving all your videos!…and happy 35th birthday, honey!
We go to Alaska next summer 2024. I am glad to hear you talk about gluten free food and where we can get it!! I was worried about that. Please keep talking about gluten free places to eat on your travels!
Thanks, Terri and excited for your trip to Alaska! Katelyn tries to keep her gluten intake low and she feels better when she does. We try to mention whenever we find places and GF meals, like Italy was quite the surprise! Lots of options throughout the country. 👍 -Howard
You're quite welcome Gene! Has it changed much since then or does it look pretty similar? ☺️ We're so glad we got to go this time! We missed it during our trip in 2019.
@@NewstateNomads It looks exactly the same, except a lot more money hanging. I left my business card there 30 years ago. You didn't see it did you? HAAA!
At the beginning of your video,that beach was beautiful,and add an eagle..perfection..🙂. Love how the puppies loved the beach,so cute. Also,a big happy birthday Sweetie,you don’t look your age!!.I hope you had a wonderful birthday. The food looked delicious as always,your friends are so sweet. Love the birthday hats,you and Howard are so cute..😘.Thé Wildlife tour was amazing to see. Actual Orcas in the waters,and Sea Otters,unbelievable!! So beautiful. To bad you didn’t have more time,but what you did see was amazing.Just to let you know,I still jump in puddles too.haha…So proud of Howard,he found sea glass!! Scout was so good,she waited for her treats. The spa looked so relaxing,the tub of cold water is something else.Bravo to you for jumping in,and for Howard ,who eventually did it..lol.I think Spa days are the best,you never want to leave. Love the face masks!! For sure,everyone needs a spa day. Thank you for this adventurous video,both amazing and relaxing.
Thank you so much!!! 🥰🙌 This was certainly an incredible couple of days. We couldn't believe we got to see Orcas! It really was incredible. Agree about the spa day, so nice! And it was a bargain too which is even better. Haha! Thanks so much for always watching! ❤️❤️❤️ -Katelyn
Yeah, I'm with Howard. No cold plunge for me. And an ice cream shop in Alaska? Those Alaskans sure are some show-offs about their toughness for the cold. Happy birthday Katelyn!
Happy Birthday! And this video is so awesome! This takes me back to the summer that I lived on the Homer Spit in the 90's. It was one of the best summers of my life. And I caught a 40lb King Salmon in that fishing hole too.
Thank you Marion! 🥰 Wow! That's awesome that you spent a summer living there, I'm sure you have some wonderful memories. That's incredible you caught a fish that big there. Wow! How hard was that to reel in?! 😳🎣 -Katelyn
@@NewstateNomads It took a half hour. My boyfriend at the time refused to help me reel it in but he went ahead and made sure to untangle the fishing line from all the other fisherman (as you know, it can be "combat fishing" over there with it being so packed.) I'm glad he insisted that I reel it in myself because it was such a great experience of accomplishment. Oh, and it was the first fish that I ever caught in my life. Alaska is a magical place for me.
Thanks and glad you found us! You do NOT need reservations for the Homer city owned camping (all first come), but there are private campgrounds with hookups on the Spit as well that DO take reservations. Just depends on what you're looking for in a campsite! 👍 -Howard
Happy belated birthday- Oh I am envious ( in a nice sort of way)! That was an epic video with fabulous content. Every activity had a wow factor. 🙏 🇳🇿 🙋♀️ 🇳🇱
Enjoying the videos, I really like seeing them on Alaska. Alaska is a good place to spend your birthday, Happy Birthday. Seeing the wells was pretty cool. Actually spent my birthday in Florida last year, don't know it's going to happen this year.
🥶😂 We were laughing so hard at his reaction! It really was freezing cold. Easily one of our favorite places in Alaska! So beautiful. But I feel like we say that every week 😆 -Katelyn
A very happy birthday Katelyn!! Very nice to spend it with good friends on adventures in Alaska. Awesome episode as always you two. That Spa at the end looked really cool. Peace and Calm. 👍🏻😎🇨🇦
Love us some Homer! As always great vid. Also we hit that Sub button, sorry thought we did it back when ya visited our little beach town (Ormond Beach FL). We really enjoy you’re vids and style of travel is very similar. Keep bringing that strong content!
Enjoying this series on Alaska. My husband liked the backpack you used in this episode. I did not see it in your Amazon store. Would you mind telling me what brand and style or “model” it is?
Happy Belated Birthday!! As a belated present, Canada is giving you a much more relaxed return to the lower 48 once your Alaskan explorations are done. Check out the hot springs. :-)
John, thanks so much! Alaska was shot entirely on GoPro and a little on our Pixel phones. Starting with Kauai, we switched to a Sony A7IV as our primary camera. 👍
@@NewstateNomads what model Gopro? We are planning an Alaska Vacation next summer and thinking about picking up a camera. I lived in Yukon for 2 years but didnt make it to Alaska. So hopefully all goes well and next year it happens. The following year it will be all the way East to Newfoundland.
Apologies, TH-cam doesn't make it easy for us to know when there is another reply (you have to manually go in and select "new replies" but no further notifications...)! It's a GoPro Hero Black 10. All our camera gear is in our Amazon shop, too! amzn.to/3QfIFE1
Hi Linda! The Spit campgrounds (dry camping) run by the city are first come, first served. There's ALSO a private campground (full hookups) on the Spit that takes reservations. 👍 -Howard
We are planning a trip to Homer in late June. How realistic would it be to expect to find lodging without a reservation? We want to have freedom and done care where we stay but want to find a place to stay.
For clarification, you are not traveling in an RV, right? There are several hotels both in town and along the Spit. Given how short the season is in Alaska, are you looking for flexibility in the dates? -Howard
Happy (belated) birthday Katelyn! Also Howard: I didn't know you had a potty mouth sir! Jokes aside, you guys look like you're having an amazing time!!
Same but different! We saw them side by side here in Alaska, and you can tell a difference. blog.nature.org/science/2015/12/23/holiday-treat-what-difference-between-reindeer-caribou/
@@NewstateNomads We are headed to Maine in October and hope if things don't get worst and they close the border, because we want to see the reversing river at St. Johns NB.
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I loved all the wildlife you saw, especially the Orcas! Alaska is simply pure beauty.
Couldn't agree more! Wildlife and incredible views everywhere you look. 👍 -Howard
Happy Birthday, Katelyn! Seldovia sure looked amazing. And Howard’s reaction to the cold pool was the right one! 😂 Loved the video as always.
Thank you so much Shannon!! 🥰 We're so glad we got to see Seldovia. Such an interesting way of life! Haha, Howard was cracking me up! At least he tried it 😂🥶
35 looks good on you,happy birthday! Good show
Really enjoying your trip to Alaska. I would love to visit there sometime. Keep up the Great Work. Happy Birthday Katelyn, from Ireland.
Sean, thanks so much! We would LOVE to visit Ireland, too. Maybe you can point us in the right direction when it comes time to plan our trip! 👍 -Howard
4-wheel low works really well and saves your brake. Thanks for sharing.
Happy Belated Birthday Katelyn 🎉🥳
I am really enjoying your adventures in Alaska. Thank you for sharing !
Thank you so much Debbie!! 🥰 We're so glad you're enjoying these videos, we love sharing the beauty of Alaska with everyone! We have so much more coming up! -Katelyn
I love how Katelyn commits to a sandwich...man she knows how to get a good bite. Happy Birthday
Hahaha! I don't mess around when it comes to food! 😂🤤 Thanks so much for watching Rebecca! And for the bday wishes 🥰 -Katelyn
Happy Birthday Katelyn! We enjoy your adventures.
Hi Howard and Katelyn! That spa looked wonderful especially with its beautiful views. Thanks for taking us along... Have a great week!
It was great, Dolly. So much fun! Thanks so much for watching!
Sorry about that!!!😂😜
Haha no worries Dolly! ❤️
This episode is just so fun.
Thanks and so glad you enjoyed it! 👍 -Howard
happy birthday Katelyn!!! mines on Saturday ill be 36 and as a bday present to my self I just put a down payment on my first camper can't wait till it's done being serviced!!!its good to be a LEO!!!!
Wow!!! Another amazing video. Thank you, love it.
Happy Birthday! What a special way to celebrate! Fun to just follow along even when we are not actually there. Thank you!
Thank you so much!! 🥰 It was a wonderful weekend!! We're glad you're enjoying coming along virtually with us ❤️ -Katelyn
It was so much fun exploring Homer with you guys!! Happy birthday all over again
Happiest birthday to you Katelyn...wish you all the best, god health & more years to celebrate...it's nice to see spending your special day with FNAVanlife Alex, Frankie & Paco. Thank you for sharing the wonderful sceneries of Alaska hoping for more videos with you guys specially with your precious furbabies Scott, Ella & Piper I love them all give my hugs to you all. God bless & more power! 🥰❤🐾🙏
I have been enjoying your videos. thanks for sharing your travels in AK.
You guys are just too cute! Loving the beautiful tour, your photographic talents and your escapades at the spa! I can tell you I had a big smile on my face during the entire video. Thank You….I needed a lot more smiling happening in my life right now. Travel safely but have a fabulous time doing so. I am loving all your videos!…and happy 35th birthday, honey!
Happy birthday! Such fun.
We go to Alaska next summer 2024. I am glad to hear you talk about gluten free food and where we can get it!! I was worried about that. Please keep talking about gluten free places to eat on your travels!
Thanks, Terri and excited for your trip to Alaska! Katelyn tries to keep her gluten intake low and she feels better when she does. We try to mention whenever we find places and GF meals, like Italy was quite the surprise! Lots of options throughout the country. 👍 -Howard
Happy Birthday Katelyn.
We love your video’s.
Safe travels to you and Howard and the pups 🐶
Thanks for showing The Salty Dog Saloon. We were there 30 years ago.
You're quite welcome Gene! Has it changed much since then or does it look pretty similar? ☺️ We're so glad we got to go this time! We missed it during our trip in 2019.
@@NewstateNomads It looks exactly the same, except a lot more money hanging. I left my business card there 30 years ago. You didn't see it did you? HAAA!
@@genesiesky3756 ah I wish we had known to look for it! That would have been a very fun scavenger hunt!!
At the beginning of your video,that beach was beautiful,and add an eagle..perfection..🙂. Love how the puppies loved the beach,so cute. Also,a big happy birthday Sweetie,you don’t look your age!!.I hope you had a wonderful birthday. The food looked delicious as always,your friends are so sweet. Love the birthday hats,you and Howard are so cute..😘.Thé Wildlife tour was amazing to see. Actual Orcas in the waters,and Sea Otters,unbelievable!! So beautiful. To bad you didn’t have more time,but what you did see was amazing.Just to let you know,I still jump in puddles too.haha…So proud of Howard,he found sea glass!! Scout was so good,she waited for her treats. The spa looked so relaxing,the tub of cold water is something else.Bravo to you for jumping in,and for Howard ,who eventually did it..lol.I think Spa days are the best,you never want to leave. Love the face masks!! For sure,everyone needs a spa day. Thank you for this adventurous video,both amazing and relaxing.
Thank you so much!!! 🥰🙌 This was certainly an incredible couple of days. We couldn't believe we got to see Orcas! It really was incredible. Agree about the spa day, so nice! And it was a bargain too which is even better. Haha! Thanks so much for always watching! ❤️❤️❤️ -Katelyn
Yeah, I'm with Howard. No cold plunge for me. And an ice cream shop in Alaska? Those Alaskans sure are some show-offs about their toughness for the cold. Happy birthday Katelyn!
Thank you Scotty!! There are so many ice cream shops in AK, it's pretty comical!🍦🥶 The cold plunge was definitely intense. Haha!
Happy Birthday! And this video is so awesome! This takes me back to the summer that I lived on the Homer Spit in the 90's. It was one of the best summers of my life. And I caught a 40lb King Salmon in that fishing hole too.
Thank you Marion! 🥰 Wow! That's awesome that you spent a summer living there, I'm sure you have some wonderful memories. That's incredible you caught a fish that big there. Wow! How hard was that to reel in?! 😳🎣 -Katelyn
@@NewstateNomads It took a half hour. My boyfriend at the time refused to help me reel it in but he went ahead and made sure to untangle the fishing line from all the other fisherman (as you know, it can be "combat fishing" over there with it being so packed.) I'm glad he insisted that I reel it in myself because it was such a great experience of accomplishment. Oh, and it was the first fish that I ever caught in my life. Alaska is a magical place for me.
Happy Birthday! 🎂🍹
Great fun! Thank you!
Do you need reservations in Homer for camping spot?
Thanks and glad you found us! You do NOT need reservations for the Homer city owned camping (all first come), but there are private campgrounds with hookups on the Spit as well that DO take reservations. Just depends on what you're looking for in a campsite! 👍 -Howard
Happy belated birthday- Oh I am envious ( in a nice sort of way)! That was an epic video with fabulous content. Every activity had a wow factor. 🙏 🇳🇿 🙋♀️ 🇳🇱
Howard in the cold pool. 🤣🤣🤣
It was SOOOOO cold. 😂 -Howard
Enjoying the videos, I really like seeing them on Alaska. Alaska is a good place to spend your birthday, Happy Birthday. Seeing the wells was pretty cool. Actually spent my birthday in Florida last year, don't know it's going to happen this year.
Thanks so much Denny! 🥰 Florida is also a great place to celebrate a birthday, I've celebrated many over the years there! ☺️
Little cold there Howard 😂😂 cool video and the scenery is amazing ✌🏼
🥶😂 We were laughing so hard at his reaction! It really was freezing cold. Easily one of our favorite places in Alaska! So beautiful. But I feel like we say that every week 😆 -Katelyn
A very happy birthday Katelyn!! Very nice to spend it with good friends on adventures in Alaska. Awesome episode as always you two. That Spa at the end looked really cool. Peace and Calm. 👍🏻😎🇨🇦
Thank you Gerald! It really as a wonderful birthday weekend. It's hard to not have a great time in Alaska!! ☺️🙌❤️ -Katelyn
Wow! You can bring your dog on the boat trip?!! The food looked amazing!
Love us some Homer! As always great vid. Also we hit that Sub button, sorry thought we did it back when ya visited our little beach town (Ormond Beach FL). We really enjoy you’re vids and style of travel is very similar. Keep bringing that strong content!
Birthday blessings Katelyn! 🎉🎂
Looks like you had a fantastic day!
Beautiful videos of Alaska!
Thank you so much Susan! It was a wonderful birthday! 🥰 -Katelyn
Enjoying this series on Alaska. My husband liked the backpack you used in this episode. I did not see it in your Amazon store. Would you mind telling me what brand and style or “model” it is?
Happy Belated Birthday!! As a belated present, Canada is giving you a much more relaxed return to the lower 48 once your Alaskan explorations are done. Check out the hot springs. :-)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎉🎊🥳☺️🎂
Now we need to go back! We missed the spa, hot dogs, and crepe......we failed!
Happy Birthday! Wish I was thirty something!
my parents own the flagship creamery
Land of the Midnight Sun!
What did you do with Scout when on the boat to Seldovia? Thanks. We'll be travelling with our dog.
Just discovered your channel yesterday.Loving your videos so far. What did you use for cameras on your Alaska trip?
John, thanks so much! Alaska was shot entirely on GoPro and a little on our Pixel phones. Starting with Kauai, we switched to a Sony A7IV as our primary camera. 👍
@@NewstateNomads what model Gopro? We are planning an Alaska Vacation next summer and thinking about picking up a camera. I lived in Yukon for 2 years but didnt make it to Alaska. So hopefully all goes well and next year it happens. The following year it will be all the way East to Newfoundland.
Apologies, TH-cam doesn't make it easy for us to know when there is another reply (you have to manually go in and select "new replies" but no further notifications...)! It's a GoPro Hero Black 10. All our camera gear is in our Amazon shop, too! amzn.to/3QfIFE1
Happy Birthday
Thank you! 🥰
"what good are special boots if you can't do that" ...thinking I need to go back in time and try that line on my mom ;)
Hahaha exactly, Dean! 😉☔🥾
On that hill, did you use low gears and your e-brake? Usually gears are enough (and safest) when going down hill.
How far out did you book the Homer Campground on the Spit...or did you just wing it?
Hi Linda! The Spit campgrounds (dry camping) run by the city are first come, first served. There's ALSO a private campground (full hookups) on the Spit that takes reservations. 👍 -Howard
Thanks so much for your helpful reply!
We are planning a trip to Homer in late June. How realistic would it be to expect to find lodging without a reservation? We want to have freedom and done care where we stay but want to find a place to stay.
For clarification, you are not traveling in an RV, right? There are several hotels both in town and along the Spit. Given how short the season is in Alaska, are you looking for flexibility in the dates? -Howard
Happy belated bday! 🎉
Thanks so much Troy!! 🥳
You guys are just too cute❤️
🥰🙌 thank you Dave!! We had so much fun in this episode!
could a regular minivan get into this location? i will be working in seward but may want to return with my minicamper van. lol
Happy (belated) birthday Katelyn! Also Howard: I didn't know you had a potty mouth sir! Jokes aside, you guys look like you're having an amazing time!!
Thank you for the birthday wishes! 😅😅😅 I maayyy have added a few more beeps... Hilarious though! Thanks for watching as always! ❤️ -Katelyn
@@NewstateNomads Anytime Katelyn and Howard!
Homer- Doh
That mask did wonders for the beard.
😂 really gave it a good conditioning!
Reindeer and caribou are the same animal..
Same but different! We saw them side by side here in Alaska, and you can tell a difference. blog.nature.org/science/2015/12/23/holiday-treat-what-difference-between-reindeer-caribou/
The swearing was therapeutic right Howard?😂
Exactly! It just flowed out... Like the warmth from his body. 😂🥶
Too funny! You guys all make us laugh! The dogs are adorable too! 💋🐾
Glad we can bring some laughter! That's what life is all about. And cute dogs alwayssss help! ☺️
You should be glad now you can travel in Canada on your way back since they have opened the border to us who are vaccinated:)
YESSS!!! 🙌🎉 We are very glad and looking at our fall schedule to see how we can squeeze in some Canada sightseeing on the way! 🤞🇨🇦
@@NewstateNomads We are headed to Maine in October and hope if things don't get worst and they close the border, because we want to see the reversing river at St. Johns NB.
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