Surviving Alaska's Wilderness Alone - I Broke Through the Ice at the Famous INTO THE WILD Magic Bus
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I didn't make it out to the famous Into the Wild bus site last time ( I couldn't find the site). Let's try it again...
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Timmy, I'm in my mid 50's & because of medical issues I likely will not get to experience Alaska for myself. I'm so thankful that you share your journey through life which allows me in a way to experience the beauty & wonderment of Alaska too. Thank you for all of it! 💜🙂
Hope your health improves. Take care
@str8cash113 thank you. I know there's always someone with harder challenges so I'm thankful. Take care friend. 💜
Me also.
Me too!😊
Same here but in my 40s and won't ever get to Alaska
I never get tired of seeing the BEAUTY and the RAW WILDERNESS of Alaska. Watching you accomplish your goals, dreams, and adventures is almost like experiencing them myself. As you probably know, there are a lot of old people with health issues that will never be able to experience Alaska the way that you do, but we can watch you with a smile on our face, joy in our heart, and sometimes, edge of the seat experiences watching you as you fulfill your goals and challenges. Thank you for allowing us to experience all those with you. Thank you to your parents for raising such and amazing, talented, and caring young man that has a heart of gold.
I lived in Anchorage when Chris was found. There was alot of news on his passing. Me and my boys were very serious into mounteering and climbing and all around survival. We did not understand that he did. After all these years knowing alot more i respect his drive but still the wilderness is no joke and requires alot of knowledge.
Going out with almost nothing and hoping to survive is not wise.
Timmy, just wanted to say. Your videos let me explore places I dream to go. It really helps because life is stressful with Work, life struggles, loneliness, money.... all of it leaves my mind when I'm watching one of your videos, full chilled and pretending I'm in the wilderness. The thought of just selling everything, burning everything and living free sounds incredible. Thank you for all the videos and the effort you put in my friend.
Hey was just curious where you are from? Your message resonated with me. For a few minutes i have no worries.
@@iansteward4708 I'm from the UK, living in London. It's funny, alot of us feel the same way as we do but yet nothing changes and people get more divided with all the nonsense in the world.
I love this channel, this should be shown in elementary school to kids, it's a down to earth wholesome show that will be embedded in the minds of young children, I think it would be educational and healthy for the youth of today!! Thanks for another amazing journey timmy! I can't wait to see the next one!
Yep there are a lot of kids that watch it so I try to keep it PG lol
"There's a lot more to life than being rational." Spoken like someone who truly understands how to live well.
Hey Timmy...old farmer here. Instead of cutting off that jack you could get a new one just like it and pull them both apart and put the new pieces into your square tube. New jack no welding!!
Timmy... you are a man after my own heart. I love the wilderness. watching you play the mandolin reminded me of my friends in Yosemite. we often had music night at my friends cabin. I played a djembe. I lived and worked 25 years in Yosemite. My health is gone and I live in Arizona now. I miss those days in Yosemite. Thanks for taking us along.
Timmy, you are not like that kid. You know the risks, you take plenty of precautions, have plan B, C, etc. This boy was an idealist-possibly someone
with mental illness-we will never know. But, burning money you may need for food and supplies, not becoming more familiar with the area and conditions-that’s not you at all. That is almost a suicide mission. Those who have died trying to get to the bus had romanticized the ‘adventure’ and were so determined to get to the bus they drowned in the river. Many others have had to be rescued costing thousands. That boy was no one to idolize. He was just someone too young to realize he did not have the skills or experience to back up his wilderness dream-until it was too late.
Thanks kid. You’re hard core. Respect
I was just up in Alaska last week !!!!Such a beautiful place and when I pulled over on the side of the road I had a guy stop by my vehicle to make sure I was okay 👍🏻. People are so kind and friendly. Love all your videos and one of the main reasons I decided to make the trek up was because of Tim’s videos. Thanks.
There’s something about a bunch of evergreen trees with. Snow on them. So peaceful. Wolves sure are smart. Thank you for this journey. To be able to see the original site was amazing. You can never fully understand why some people want to be in such isolation, but that is their decision. As you said, he was as prepared as he wanted to be.
Timmy I am watching your TH-cam video into the wild I think that you're probably one of the closest replica of Chris that I would ever be able to see I could imagine you being that young man that lost his life, you are by far more cautious and careful in your adventure and travels as Chris ever was thank you for that I'm 73 years old I live in Wisconsin but I enjoy every one of your videos God bless you and stay safe. 💕🤘
Godbless you
❤ Soothing and relaxing to watch after a difficult work shift here. Thanks Timmy🙏🏻 I liked the quiet ride along in the truck too listening to snippets of the podcast with you. It's all the little things that add up to a great video, having a meal, lighting the truck fire, making a coffee. Lots of different bits going on. Well, I know you're back home, ..stay cosy ☕ 🛻
I'm smitten, I'm bitten, I'm stuck like glue.... and absolutely love your videos too! Thank you, AGAIN!!
The camper got up to 94 degrees. Speaks to how well Mr. Timmy insulated that place. Safe travels as always Sir
Thank you, Timmy, for the wonderful adventures and gorgeous scenery. I am an old Florida girl who can't take the cold, not to mention a spinal cord injury that has left me without the use of my legs, so being able to experience it through you is fantastic! Stay safe and happy. Many blessings..
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This was one of your best. Because you enable close caption, I was able to follow very well with the special audio you played.
I realized today what makes your videos so very special, it comes from the heart. The other special quality you make someone watching feel as thought they are right with you. Epically looking at this on a big screen. I felt as if I were riding in the cab of the truck next to you and we were having a conversation. You are the tour guide and I am the tourist.
I was dying to see the small bike work and you may have that on another video. I would almost kill to be along on some of these trips. I’m an excellent cook, as I have cooked all my life.
Tim thank you for making all this possible for thousands of people and many like me who are older and live alone. I have thought of having an RV just to travel around in at my pleasure and make it my home. There isn’t a place in the US that I wouldn’t have medical attention as I am a Vet. I have to set up a pay-pal account and I should have that complete by Monday or before.
One last thought, I was stationed at Minot, ND 50 miles from the Cadian border for close to 2 years, way back when. Minot was a SAC base and I fell in love with the winter there. Snowmobiling was awesome, I now live in VA at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you know of the TV program The Walton’s, I live 30 minutes from that mountain. It was here that I learned to snowboard and did try skis but skis where not for me. At almost 75 I continue to live a full life. I haven’t tried snowboarding in a long time.
Again, thank you for being so kind and loving.
Quite a feat that the old bus made it that far into the wilderness back in the day!
Yup!
The bus's engine was removed and it was pulled or pushed by a caterpillar tractor.
So cool to finally see the place where Chris spent so many months, and in winter, more or less the way it was when he got there, although it was spring as I recall. Read the book, watched the movie, tried to imagine the whole thing. And I don't think he was crazy, just a beautiful dreamer who was more courageous than most of us, he lived the dream. Yes, he lost his life, but he gained so much more in experiencing the wild, something city dwellers just don't understand. Current society is so wrapped up in safety that a lot are dead inside. Remember, rather die on your own 2 feet than live on your knees.
As always, your videos are super entertaining and full of beautiful scenery. It makes my day to see all that snowy expanse and I love that you never take it for granted. Be safe, Timmy! Can’t wait to see what happened in the Arctic Circle drive! Whether you made it or not, it’s the journey that satisfies the soul ❤
Thanks so much, Timmy, for taking us along with you on this amazing adventure. I saw the movie but everything seemed so much more real traveling with you to that spot. I’m sure it was something of a spiritual experience for you. Wow! Love your channel; be safe and keep up the amazing content! What awesome gifts left for you, too! Those were awesome!
Dude, big puppy, at least you’re not alone. 😂 There is something special about being in nature with no one around, hard to put into words. Good for the soul.
Hi Timmy, Thank you for that awesome adventure with all of us. Because of this video adventure, I'm stopping by a book store tomorrow to buy a copy of "Into the Wild".
I never ever saw it be as cold as you have shown us. The water straight to snow from a pot was amazing! Thank you.😊
I have the most respect for the effort and passion that goes into making these videos. Hat's off to you dude! I've experienced -45C/-49F temperature myself. I don't think anyone who hasn't experienced even trying to breathe in that kind of cold understands the insane challenge of messing with trailer hitches, jacks, etc., while filming it all at the same time! You're truly hardcore dude! I think you must have Swedish genes 😆
I could have sworn they airlifted that out 3 years ago ( They did, and the bus is being restored/ preserved in fairbanks at the museum of north alaska)
I thought so too.
It’s supposed to be at a museum. Heard government airlifted out the rotting thing out due to the deaths of other unprepared, idealistic people doing a kind of pilgrimage.
I coulve sworn i saw a video of the airlift. Maybe it was the movie prop they moved... hmmm
Bus was in fact air lifted out, it’s nearby museum in the woods
And there is a replica for people to see, probably why people get confused
“Oh it’s ONLY -40 maybe I should put a jacket on”!! I can’t imagine being in that cold. Do you ever worry about your belongings when you leave the truck unattended?
This is awesome. As an avid fan of Into the Wild and his story, this is one of my favorite adventures of yours. Thank you for sharing.
As someone who is stuck here in the Hot and Rainy Queensland Ausrtralia, I look forward to your videos to get a glimpse of the opposite end of the temperature spectrum. love your vids mate!
Australia is pretty cool too. Haven’t been there in forever.
@@TruckHouseLife Ohh cool, you have been here? where did you go?
You are one of the most resilient people, impressive. Nothing seems to be a problem, just another challenge. It's like tne answers just come to you.
Thank you for all your videos Timmy! They've gotten me through tough times, mourning a family member and through health issues!
Fantastic video as usual!....i just recently came across your channel about 2 months ago and became instantly hooked...I even got my wife loving your channel as well. Thank you for all you do to create some awesome content for all us viewers!! can't wait to see your next adventure! stay safe brother!
Be safe driving!…man your vids remind of my life 20 years ago in Colorado! I miss the snowblind nights after driving a pass in whiteouts…putting the bright lights on only made the snowblind worse!
So much fun! 🎉
Tim did you know that wolves and Ravens work together to get food and they also take care of the wolves Young! The Ravens do while the pack hunts. Now that blows my mind!😮
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Cheers from Toronto Ontario Canada! Hope you're having a good day eh?! Always great to see you Timmy!
Watching you experience Alaska alone makes me wish. I live in a country where it never snows. I really thank you for letting me experience winter through the computer screen. Wishing you and everyone always happy and healthy
Looks like a GREAT time is being had by all!! So glad you all are following the rule for the most part that there is safety in numbers! Glad you got your sled fixed and got to have a blast!!
That's crazy seeing you throw a cup of water in the air and it turns to powder instantly. That is extreme and hard to comprehend for the likes of me from New Zealand 😮
awesome gift bro. lovely drawing and great to see you inspire youngsters and you are what I consider a true influencer. No bs, just real deal. keep up the great channel content Timmy. You absolutely rock and roll. Love your vids. Regards, George - Cape Town South Africa
Hi Tim. Looking forward to watching you do the interior of your house.
Timmy, never a boring video. Thanks for taking us with you on an amazing adventure! That was gorgeous but my heart sank when you broke through the ice. Glad you didn’t stay out longer and the sled teams were an added bonus.
Howdy Partner ! So glad that you enjoy and take so much pride in your homeland of Alaska! Saddle up and plow on! 🤠🇺🇸🇨🇱🥃
That's how it is here in Maine, too. I've been stuck a few times and without fail, someone always comes to help. I love that. 🖤 Love your channel, Timmy! So glad I found it.
Very cool Timmy. Thank you for bringing us along on your adventures. Keep the videos coming. Safe travels.
your videos are so relaxing. they make me feel like I'm a part of your experience. Thank you for doing this
I have watched you over several years but this was your best yet. Great storytelling and what a trip out to the bus site. You are gnarly, dude!
Another great vid brother 💯 thanks for taking us along 👍
Man that was an awesome video. So inspiring to see you get out for a rad adventure like that despite the brutal cold. My wife and I really look forward to your videos, keep up the awesome work!
Thx for all your amazing & beautiful videos Timmy! Stunning!!!
❤ my childhood home… I miss it so very much and your videos make me smile. The Late 60’s through the late 90’s was a great time to experience Alaska from a kids/young adult perspective. Seeing the solitude and great expanse of what you film restores so many emotions of my own adventures. You know how lucky you are being there, but thank you for sharing. The East coast is ok but not the same as “home”. Can’t wait for more of your videos.
New York City!?
Into The Wild tugs at my heart strings, every time. Thank you for sharing the (your) adventure!
@18:54. Just a thought exchange Jack oil for thinner weight to work in -40 weather.
Another Brilliant Video Mate, really enjoyed it!
I bet Chris would not be excited about being such a icon today… it was obvious that he was not out for the attention that he gets today…. I believe that had he survived that at some point he would have reentered society a better,man from his experiences and went on to live a extraordinary life ✝️
These episodes fly right by, thanks for sharing the journey!
I never get tired of seeing the views of Alaska! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for taking me on another adventure went to Alaska two years ago for a wedding only had two weeks wasn’t enough time have to go back and see more . Thanks for making these beautiful videos makes me feel like a kid again
Great Video, Stay safe, Thanks for the ride along.
Timmy you make me so nervous doing these things alone! Glad you made it and are safe!!
I love your adventures and the thrill that you bring to the challenges. Keep up the great work. I do have to provide an opinion though. As an addicted snowmobiling enthusiast and rider, I cringe everytime that I see you not wearing a helmet while riding, especially, alone. We want you around for many years to provide us with great entertainment. Hope you understand that I care. Blessings to you.
Great video Tim and thanks for the adventure. Always look forward to seeing a new video from you. Stay safe and warm. Love from Ohio
So sad!! Thank you for paying tribute to this young man.
A lot of people speculate why Chris took off...into the wild. He simply had an adventurous soul. One that couldnt be contained. He had the courage to do what a lot of people won't. Rest in peace Alexander Supertramp.
Thanks for taking us along on another awesome adventure, love your stories.
Hey Timmy, thanks for all your videos! Even though I’ve never been to Alaska I still love the Alaskan wilderness you show us in your videos. Good job editing them all. Gotta take several hours per video to get them as good as you do. Keep up the good the good work!!
Another excellent video,thanks Timmy🎉
Glad your back, your content style is really fun to watch - Dave
What a beautiful gift and the fact that it was made by hand makes it even more special. How rewarding!
Excellent video. I would have never seen the site otherwise. Thank you!
Great video Timmy! Beautiful scenery and I loved the story. Thanks Timmy. You're awesome
Great video as always, Timmy. Thank you for giving us this view of your world up there.
Timmy keep up the good work!👌 I absolutely LOVE the content and look forward to every single one of your uploads. Keep up the grind and hard work man! Love you man
Thanks for taking us out there Timmy. Made me emotional. Read the book and seen the movie so many times.
Thanks Tim! Interesting history about the 🚌 . Looking forward for your next video.
Awesome video as always Timmy. You always show the most incredible and inspiring places in Alaska. Thanks for letting us ride along with you on your adventures.
Love the Channel Timmy, glad I came across this. 💯
I just love your videos. You make me feel like I am right there on the adventures with you. I am 70 and will most likely never get to see Alaska, so thanks for taking me along through your videos! 😊
What a wonderful video in gorgeous country. So happy to see a video where the sun is shining. 😊
Thank you for taking us along. I watched the movie a number of years ago so it was very interesting to see the area that Chris lived in. Looking forward to your next adventure. Stay safe.
I will definitely come back to watch this adventure be safe.
Thankx for another awesome video timmy!!!!!
Timmy love watching your adventures - thank you. I am not totally getting the reverence of folks for the bus though - the book and movie was very good, but now even a “replica bus”, interesting…
I read the story on Google and am better prepared to get into Timmy's vid.
Love watching your travels! Been to Alaska once and want to go back so bad! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
Weather is everything no matter where you are.
Tim another great video double thumbs buddy
Thanks Timmy for that adventure! I never heard the story and I appreciate that you've brought it to my attention. I likely will never make it to Alaska as I'm in my late 60''s now. But I've always had an adventurous heart chained by responsibilities. So thanks so much for showing me what is out there and how beautiful it is. It's great to sit here in my cozy space and watch! You're such a cool dude :D
Thank you Timmy for sharing this beautiful video and history of the bus.
Because of this episode i only learned of Chris and immediately went to prime and rented it. I was glued to the screen. His passion and drive is so inspiring. He was a magical being with beautiful energy and people gravitated towards him and i completely understand that because i have very similar experiences. But an amazing show and poor guy. To go out that way. Made me cry when Mr. Franz wanted to adopt him.. ❤
Love the wilderness. Wish I was young again to try it myself. Since I'm not, I enjoy it through your videos. Be safe and keep enjoying life.
Best video yet! Thanks
I find just looking at the beautiful scenery & listening to the music so relaxing, thank you. 😍🎵🏔️
Gonna rise upppp burning black holes in dark memories ❤
Gonna rise up turnin' mistakes into golddddd ❤
I remember reading that book years ago when it first came out. Still remember parts of it. Love your adventures. So glad you're doing it and not me. Loved my week in Alaska in SEPTEMBER. Spent many winters in Michigan and that was about the limit for cold. Thank you for sharing with us here in Southern CA where the traffic is sometimes unbearable.
Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for showing me how beautiful Alaska is.
That is great info. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍💯
Awesome video!!!
Awesome adventure Timmy!
43:00 Out there in the middle of nowhere and you come across a wolf's paw that's bigger than your hand--I don't think I'm built for that kind of thing, Timmy.
Which is why I watch you lol
Great video like always looking forward for more of your amazing adventures ❤
Such a wonderful sled ride ... Thanks for showing us.