Fishing Arctic Grayling | Alaska's Denali Highway

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  • We were fortunate to be able to take a quick summer trip from Cantwell to Paxson on Alaska's scenic Denali Highway. The views were spectacular and the fishing was a blast!
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  • @eiselbay
    @eiselbay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Its like christmas everytime a SLA video is posted! :D

  • @Alastair6
    @Alastair6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife and I (before she was my wife) made the same trip in 1997. We were in a class c rented motorhome. We weren't supposed to be there. It was extremely corrugated! It was the trip of a lifetime! This brought back a lot of memories. Thanks, I really like your channel.

  • @noocemiller6005
    @noocemiller6005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I sit here living my crappy lower 48 life, shut in my house worrying about coronavirus, not seeing my family, and riots, and hurricanes, and wildfires, and somehow it feels like you guys are on a vacation up there. So thanks for the videos. It’s like it’s normal out there somewhere.

  • @jptucsonaz8503
    @jptucsonaz8503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Love the drone shots! Gives such a "lay of the land" perspective!

  • @farmandforage8851
    @farmandforage8851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    My heart skips a beat everytime I see there's a new video. Love what ya'll are doing!! 👍

    • @Loesters
      @Loesters 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same! 😊

    • @lalalabuschagne2333
      @lalalabuschagne2333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same from South Africa

    • @mora7883
      @mora7883 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same from india...and I'm so proud of them.

    • @danielarossi770
      @danielarossi770 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same!!! My family has ditched Netflix for you guys.❤️

  • @kkaamils
    @kkaamils 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That quietness in nature. It is a therapy for those grinding life in bustling cities. For me at least.

  • @davidens8204
    @davidens8204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    the reason why domestic blueberries dont taste as good as wild is that in order to make the farmed ones more viable crop they crossbred them with another bush-berry not unlike the Saskatoon berry thus making the crop more viable and more of it but diluted the taste by at least 50 percent so wild blueberries are pure but domestic are a diluted crossbreed so its alot more work harvesting them but way worth it and its why wild blueberries are so much more expensive in the store harder to get and harvest.. great vlog of your trip

  • @MySav4Ever
    @MySav4Ever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I love watching your videos. I’m able to see and experience Alaska as I will never be able otherwise. What a blessing you are to many! 💕❤️🙏

    • @jigsawjunkie1398
      @jigsawjunkie1398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I totally agree. I dream of one day going to Alaska but I know that I probably won't get there. I am an all day buffet for mosquitoes and I dislike snow. lol So I am living Alaska through Arial and Eric. Such great Photography!!

  • @Neon-Kyle
    @Neon-Kyle หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love watching your world through your alls eyes, Alaska is my dream and I feel like I get to live it through you two…thank you for being 2 awesome humans 🙌🏽 you guys are rock stars ✨

  • @hanseoulohh9913
    @hanseoulohh9913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I subscribed when he said “it doesn’t matter if you win by an inch or a mile. Winning’s winning!”

  • @sophiefan2051
    @sophiefan2051 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is honestly better than a nature documentary

  • @kate_700
    @kate_700 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My husband and I have been binging all of your videos! He is from AK and we would love to move back there one day. Until then, we watch your videos while eating dinner and live through you both. Thanks for the great content. This is our happy corner of the internet. ☺️

  • @sailme2day
    @sailme2day 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    what a great family holiday !!! everything was a joy to see , hear and experience through your eyes. You 2 should try and get a gig with the state of alaska for a paid vacation series for visitor videos !!!! honest. The video skills just keep getting better and better. Great fishing clips and the drone footage , wonderful bonus birds eye view of each location. thank you :)

  • @nathan8418
    @nathan8418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Didn’t realize the sun shines on the Denali Hwy. Every time I go hunting there it’s a sponge. Great video as always guys.

  • @leeannfitch3596
    @leeannfitch3596 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for taking me with you on this beautiful journey. I've been driving my 2001 PT cruiser for 19 years 10 months. I'm 65. I used to travel but my bad back and old car keep me home.

  • @RendiaX
    @RendiaX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Instantly recognized the spot you fished at around the 9min mark: The day use area/boat launch just down the road from Tangle Lakes Lodge :) My father and I went there every year on fathers day for years. Always camped in that spot along the creek before it was made a no camping area and the other one down the road opened up. We even took part in a fishing show there one year, good memories. He's passed, but I was just up there a few weeks ago with the family :)

  • @margaret8056
    @margaret8056 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so so much for taking us on your beautiful journey awsome scenery
    Love to BO AND BANDID BANDID BANDID BANDID BANDID BANDID

  • @DeanJohnson67
    @DeanJohnson67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    it's good to see you two get out with the dogs for a little R&R and adventure! you two are always working!!!

  • @jessicamermaid2438
    @jessicamermaid2438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! This is probably one of my favorite videos that you guys have done. I'm a huge fan and watch them all but recently asked for a wildlife video and you guys exceeded my hopes. Seeing the beauty of Alaska through your eyes was amazing!

  • @SequoiaElisabeth
    @SequoiaElisabeth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am reminded why I love your videos so much, the professional quality videography and awesome scenery! Thanks for all you do.

  • @kevinsrccrawlers5964
    @kevinsrccrawlers5964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We have a cabin at the 68 mile marker. So miss that place. what a joy to see all that familiar landscape again.

  • @mikeremillard275
    @mikeremillard275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love fishing the clear creek/tangle river every time I hunt the hwy for caribou. Greyling makes a great breakfast!

  • @Loesters
    @Loesters 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Every video is more beautiful then the previous. I dont know how you pull that off! You guys where born with a sparkle. Never let that go. Thanks for sharing so much about what you do. I hope you realise that your video's help others to selfcreate. What your video's did for me, is not a story to write down here in public but it is a story. So thank you from the bottom of my heart. 🧚‍♀️🌻

  • @nitaleach6816
    @nitaleach6816 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your beautiful State with me. I feel I have e had a real SPECIAL TRIP.

  • @elizabethmunroe3676
    @elizabethmunroe3676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just spent an hour or two doing errands, wearing a mask and where there's lots of new construction to figure out a path through. The video made me feel like I'd spent the morning on the open road, with all of the fresh air I needed. Thanks so much for taking us along. It is beautiful country, and the grayling are so pretty, too.

    • @bellajoella9919
      @bellajoella9919 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm on my break at work and it really does feel like a breath of fresh air watching this.

  • @wisconsinfarmer4742
    @wisconsinfarmer4742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I call this the mental health channel.
    Spiritual too, it is so uplifting for so many around the world.

  • @TheRocknrolla12
    @TheRocknrolla12 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy these Vlogs, mostly I enjoy seeing the beautiful Alaskan lakes & mountains

  • @PalCan
    @PalCan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Looks like a great time! I'm happy I found this channel. I went back and watched almost all your videos. So I'm now up to date :D

  • @gypsymomma3470
    @gypsymomma3470 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my gracious, you guys just seriously turned me on to the most magnificent scenery I've ever experienced in all my 50+ years of life. How could I ever repay you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Peace love and big Gypsy hugs ✌🙏

  • @rosslumayko5182
    @rosslumayko5182 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    🇨🇦Absolutely our favourite Channel. Thankyou.

  • @sweetmommyof5763
    @sweetmommyof5763 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You live an Amazing life! Thank you for letting us viewers take a peek.

  • @kimwenzel5575
    @kimwenzel5575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glaciers and scenery is so beautiful. Can only imagine how beautiful it is in person. Thank you for sharing your trip with us!

  • @jilldiebel3583
    @jilldiebel3583 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was stationed at Fort Greely/Delta Junction from 1978 to 1982. I miss Alaska still. Very nice and welcomed video.

  • @PatNetherlander
    @PatNetherlander 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great Tourist vid! I love those too! Great fishing the greylings! Lovely sporty fish. I love how you two keep enjoying fishing for fun! The scenery around Denali is breathtaking (as is almost anywhere in Alaska!)

  • @tgrif04
    @tgrif04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Your videos bring back a lot of memories. I was stationed at Ft Richardson from 1970-1976. Loved every minute of it.

    • @RatTaxi
      @RatTaxi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My grandparents were stationed there and I'm sorry my Grandma never got to return. She loved telling how when she put Grandpa's shirts on the line outside they were stiff as a board when she brought them in. For a West Texas girl she was overwhelmed by all that beauty.

    • @bclaverenz1
      @bclaverenz1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Things have changed a bit since the 70s
      🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

  • @U.S.ArmyVeteran
    @U.S.ArmyVeteran 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love you guys, I just so happen to be scrolling through and watching some of your older vids... Loving it! Thank you!

  • @bettinah.7429
    @bettinah.7429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You guys!!! Your life and your adventures are simply epic! That was stunning! Thanks for sharing.

  • @frankmonroe8320
    @frankmonroe8320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You put a lot of work into this. Very nice job. Thank you for sharing your Alaskan experience. A lot of us will never get there.

  • @susanapplegate9758
    @susanapplegate9758 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is nothing like Alaska. I did Paxson to Cantwell in the winter (back when the road was open winters). Completely dark; no light anywhere except from the stars. Quite an other-worldly experience. Thanks for the very cool video.

  • @ginacota9724
    @ginacota9724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Oh I miss Alaska so much! We’ve been taking a summer vacation there every year for the past several years and so sad we couldn’t do it this year 😢

  • @ASimpleLifeHomesteading
    @ASimpleLifeHomesteading 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love watching your videos! My best friend lives 4,400 miles away from me in North Pole, AK (I'm a south GA girl) and I feel like I'm able to visit her a little every time you take us on your road trips. Beautiful footage!

    • @susanapplegate9758
      @susanapplegate9758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My little sister is a teacher in North Pole. But I'm in Wasilla so it's just a 6-hour drive for me. Hope you get up to visit your friend...there is no place like Alaska. Drive up from Anchorage if you can, it's unbelievably beautiful. I say this as a life-long Alaskan :)

  • @vallovesnature8449
    @vallovesnature8449 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So beautiful! I think I’d be stopping every 5 feet to forage😂! Thanks for bringing us along with you guys!❤️

  • @digarcia1890
    @digarcia1890 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning photography of such beauty! Wish I was there. You have the best dogs!

  • @Jaynes-Path
    @Jaynes-Path 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the views! Linking this video with the Ice Sculpture video gave the opportunity to see some of the same roadways in a different season.

  • @RonRay
    @RonRay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this. I'm sure y'all get used to this scenery, but for an old Alabama boy, this is a real treat.

    • @Niccampbell629
      @Niccampbell629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m in the flat part of the Midwest and I agree! My jaw is on the floor the whole time I watch their vlogs!

    • @wisconsinfarmer4742
      @wisconsinfarmer4742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bama's no slouch for scenery either.
      Aww, they're all good. We're surrounded by beauty.

    • @RonRay
      @RonRay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wisconsinfarmer4742 - True.. The northernmost part of the state (where I live), is pretty nice, with the Appalachian foothills creating some scenic mountain. But I suppose I'm like most humans.. we get accustomed to our own back yard and long for "greener pastures". :)

    • @susanapplegate9758
      @susanapplegate9758 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been in Alaska almost my entire life. I never get used to it... most Alaskans don't either. It's remarkable every single day and I know I'm completely blessed to be here.

  • @mobile_noble4026
    @mobile_noble4026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I LOVE grayling. Had a chance to catch /eat them when I lived in the NWT years ago! Also Arctic char is pretty damn good too. Great video guys.

    • @MatanuskaHIGH
      @MatanuskaHIGH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In Alaska char and Dolly varden are considered basically the same fish. Char are stocked in many lakes here as well as wild fish in most rivers.

    • @jeremywalker1769
      @jeremywalker1769 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had char in iceland. Amazing tasting fish

  • @FrontierPreppers
    @FrontierPreppers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    We were there this past weekend, beautiful! Lots of blueberries.

  • @valoriegriego5212
    @valoriegriego5212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great road trip! Your fur babies sure had a good time!🙂 Beautiful fish! Thanks for taking us along.🙂

  • @nancyjean266
    @nancyjean266 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hugs to you two. Thank you for providing some fun and light in these tough times

  • @MrSymbolic7
    @MrSymbolic7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I fished the Outflow of Tangle Lakes 20 years ago and our best fishing for grayling was with a fly rod using a mosquito fly , they congregate behind boulders it was every cast ! If you do a canoe trip as we did the grayling get much bigger the further you go down river , I actually had to keep changing my tippet to a larger size to stop getting broke off in the faster water , good times !

  • @kathzygy
    @kathzygy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for taking us along on your trip!

  • @CutandShoot5x5
    @CutandShoot5x5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such a peaceful & wholesome way of living!

  • @paulsawyer4541
    @paulsawyer4541 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was fortunate enough to travel and camp along the Denale highway in 2018 a truly beautiful place ❤️💞

  • @shirleychapman2362
    @shirleychapman2362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love alaska. Went there a few years ago. Beautiful. If I were younger I would move there.
    Watching you guys and allowed into bits of your life gi es me pleasure.
    My advice to all dont put aside the things you will regret later in life. Maybe when you get your rental cabin I'll come back to the state i love.

  • @sharongodbout3275
    @sharongodbout3275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I feel like I'm on an adventure whenever you two are on the road! Keep the great content coming! Love your videos! 🚌👍

  • @P8intballhustler
    @P8intballhustler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful trip, beautiful place, beautiful couple. But wait no Super Trooper countdown LOL. Love you guys!

  • @ericroadking7564
    @ericroadking7564 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see you taking time to relax and enjoy that tremendous area!! Thanks for sharing be blessed!!

  • @darlenetate9553
    @darlenetate9553 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad that you guys brought your drone and showed us the beautiful footage. It’s amazing what you have when it’s not winter there. Gorgeous footage.

  • @patring620
    @patring620 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am suddenly a fan of camo. Beautiful trip. Thanks for sharing.

  • @KB-wk3th
    @KB-wk3th 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You passed 200K subscribers! Congrats on the growth of your channel!! Great video, as usual. Be well!

  • @jodejekab
    @jodejekab 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this years Vacation wonderful trip great filmography

  • @ainiarif6910
    @ainiarif6910 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful Alaska. Hopefully I’ll be fortunate to visit again. I like this side of America... Watching from the other side of the world, Malaysia.

  • @walterdanielswalter.r.dani7628
    @walterdanielswalter.r.dani7628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ben fishing the Denali Highway for almost 50 yrs and recognized so many places. A little bit of info if you plan on catching and releasing grayling is to make sure your hands are wet so as to not damage the protective mucus on the outside of the fish.

  • @Matt-qq2dd
    @Matt-qq2dd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was wonderful, thank you so much for all your amazing content!

  • @skrtskit1521
    @skrtskit1521 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another beautiful day. 💖🐱‍👤

  • @mandirose924
    @mandirose924 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy I found your channel! We will be moving to Alaska very soon, we are currently in WA state. Thank you for all your videos and garden tours. We are just so excited, this has always been are dream!

  • @dhansonranch
    @dhansonranch 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gorgeous! Thank you for taking us with. I see the grids running up on top of the ridges and all I can think of is the sheer magnitude of building those roads!

  • @chrisjohnson2569
    @chrisjohnson2569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    By Land & Air, Beautiful! Thank you for the visual & "mental" break! Yummmm....PIE!!!🥄 Take care🌞

  • @petalss5325
    @petalss5325 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    13:46 Wow those scales are a work of art!

  • @nitaleach6816
    @nitaleach6816 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for my outing today.
    I have been down with Covid, my only outing has been with you. This is beautiful 😍❤

  • @johnmccormick175
    @johnmccormick175 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful place,awesome photography and great fishing,thanks for sharing,take care and stay safe folks,love your videos!

  • @jonathanaristone2468
    @jonathanaristone2468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just like being home in Canada..........Nothing like the wilderness to un-stress Lovely thanks

  • @nhhuntfishdiy6452
    @nhhuntfishdiy6452 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i love your videos and the way you two are so down to earth. im looking forward to your next video. and all the ones after that.. keep up the great work .. im living my dream through your videos..

  • @kennethparker5628
    @kennethparker5628 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for Showing beautiful country

  • @Onubense-zu4ei
    @Onubense-zu4ei 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Impresionante que lugar, las gracias de nuevo por compartir esas imágenes y los momentos. Saludos desde España....

  • @michaelhunt7494
    @michaelhunt7494 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The scenery is breathtaking.

  • @leahness3588
    @leahness3588 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful!! You two are blessed to be in Gods country.❤🙏👍

  • @MrBadger236
    @MrBadger236 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow !! That's the longest wooden bridge I have ever seen.. That was a great trip.. Looks like y'all had a great time.. A little jealous here...lol

  • @goldprounlimited1750
    @goldprounlimited1750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like Fun!
    Thanks for sharing!!

  • @utoobcandy
    @utoobcandy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nothing beats a nice drive through the hills.

  • @jcbaily5559
    @jcbaily5559 ปีที่แล้ว

    A beautiful video...thanks...rhubarb pie with strawberries and apples, hmmm, that's a new one!

  • @ruthiemay423
    @ruthiemay423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Work hard...play hard...🥰🥰🥰

  • @brendabest9086
    @brendabest9086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you both for sharing another piece of Alaska with us . Absolutely beautiful ❤

  • @hutchlinda9
    @hutchlinda9 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for taking us along on your trip.If you ever get up to Twin Lakes National Park, you can see Dick Proenneke's cabin. He use to catch and eat Grayling to have with his beans.

  • @valh9858
    @valh9858 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gorgeous. You two really have a talent for making videos. I loved the drone shots. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @jeanneamato8278
    @jeanneamato8278 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Think of the sweat, tears, lives and hard work that went into the Dinali highway.

  • @michellesmith6610
    @michellesmith6610 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning! Thanks for sharing your trip

  • @lmb0123
    @lmb0123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always look forward to your next adventure!! ❤

  • @andreeadumitru4764
    @andreeadumitru4764 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on hitting 200k subscribers! Thank you for showing us not only the beauty of Alaska, but also the beauty of living a simple and happy life!

  • @SalLeeHolland
    @SalLeeHolland 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great views of your trip. While not getting out, it's nice to see the world through your eyes. Loved the wooden bridge!

  • @LMGM5
    @LMGM5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for showing us how beautiful Alaska is
    Blessings from Rockawzy Park, New York😊

  • @jeffbee6090
    @jeffbee6090 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    love...Love...LOVE the drone footage! what fun you two have!

  • @Bamaman14k
    @Bamaman14k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That place is absolutely beautiful. Your aireal shots, and your b roll footage is amazing. What a beautiful video, thank you for checking us along on your short vacation.
    Jimmy

  • @josephmaschari1073
    @josephmaschari1073 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful scenery, great trip, looking forward to see more.

  • @philipkuriger3420
    @philipkuriger3420 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW !!!!! Beautiful lands all around

  • @robinhodges7321
    @robinhodges7321 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing...

  • @kingrafa3938
    @kingrafa3938 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice road trip and some fun fishing with stunning views along the way.

  • @peggygerovac2928
    @peggygerovac2928 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the drone footage. It was fun watching you drive along the way.

  • @sallyfrenette9643
    @sallyfrenette9643 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You live a great life! I'm so glad you got away for some fun. ❤️

  • @toothaching
    @toothaching 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So gorgeous. Thank you for taking us along. ☺️