5 Days Winter Camping & Chasing Caribou in Alaska

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[@LalaWest]

They truly are so adventurous. I live vicariously in Alaska!

[@carolynmills513]

And the patches of blood on the snow add to the scary landscape.

[@zacharyarnold5805]

Have been diagnosed with stage 4 terminal brain cancer about a month ago. You're videos make me happy through these rough days. My dream before I leave this world would be to spend a week with you guys and the good Ole Alaskan wilderness. Thank you guys for putting a smile on my face. I don't know all but I love yall❤❤

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[@carolynlineberger1929]

You, two, are the most authentic Alaskan KZbinrs! What a delight to watch you enjoy every season and adventure that Alaska has to offer! Thank you for sharing your life! I look forward to every video!❤

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

ditto to that. I think your diesel heater is really nice touch on your chicken house too. Wow, what a nice quonset hut as well.

[@lissyadams6497]

Yeah, but I still can't quite watch when Ariel turns into a crazed butcher! ha ha ha ha ha That being said, I know if I had to I would and I could, but yeah can't quite watch on a full stomach ha ha

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I am the Brazilian who lives in Canada, I don’t speak English but I asked my daughter to translate what I am about to tell you… I watch all your videos even though I don’t understand because I like you a lot, you’re very nice, and I like it even more when you go hunting or fishing . Warm regards. Osvaldo Marconato Bosi.

[@djmollenkamp4363]

Next time you go on a trip like this take some of your lump coal you have for the shop. If you put a piece in before bed it will burn all night. We did this in our tent stove when I was younger hunting with my stepdad. It is nice to wake up in a warm tent and you don’t need as much wood or wake up to add more during the night.

[@shindoo2]

Your videos are the best, as an 80 year old dude, thank you for the best videos on the net, I feel like you are friends just because you are both so down to earth and real. Cheers, Michael in Montana

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Oni prizemljeni i stvarni...???? Oni su ludi, i nisu sa ovog sveta. Divlji i upadaju vec u nevolje. Mora da se smire i da prave decu.

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[@laura55987]

I can't get over Mother Nature's beauty! Thanks for taking us with you Eric and Arielle

[@suseyq4559]

I hope you know we appreciate the extra time you take to give us some incredible shots. First off….as you began your journey, the shot of Eric riding his snow machine with the light in back of him was fantastic! Thanks again for letting us come along! I think you guys are the #1 channel for most of us viewing!

[@joetri62]

The antler find was awesome even if you didn't bag a caribou! I expect we'll see it mounted somewhere cool sometime. Thanks for taking us along. 👍

[@gemigirl5521]

Truly beautiful! However it takes a special breed of people who can have that much fun in sub zero temperatures, lol. I love your channel and mad respect for your tenacity!

[@teresagunther6622]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup..delicious!

[@micbrenoel5459]

You are very blessed to have what you have, do what you do, give what you give, and work as hard as you play. Thanx for every video!

[@rocketmom60]

Seeing you uploaded a new video is a perfect way to finish out a Sunday. Thank you for including us in your adventures.

[@robertslusser6753]

The distances involved when hunting caribou seems overwhelming at times and I understand why you need to follow them and try to ambush them. However, with all of the sign around and near your camp it might be a could idea to plan your camp near an more open area and then spend a day watching and glassing nearby. I've never hunted caribou but I've found over the years that the more that I posted on a good trial or bottleneck in the woods, the more deer that I'll see. And most of the more successful whitetail deer hunters that I've known have almost always been those who scout before the season and pick a good spot (taking into account the wind that day) and spent the day quietly sitting and watching. Finding the shed was pretty cool, and I can't wait to see whether Ariel decides to can them or freeze them! Caribou antler alfredo!!

[@Revelacion320]

I really enjoy these videos 💪🏼 I appreciate you guys don’t have all the other stuff that’s annoying. Commercials, commercials to sell stuff, or over dramatic thumbnail pics. You guys are genuine creators 👍🏼

[@mrfofff]

what a way to end my weekend, fresh cup of coffee and 47 minutes with my favorite TYers. Yes, I do live vicariously through you two. )

[@akneemoose3383]

Me too! But we have fresh choc chip cookies 😊

[@tammysmith7345]

I will never get tired of seeing the winter wonderland that they showed us bonus in this video

[@magnus9165]

Areial is such a good trooper. She is a real treasure. She is one in a million true adventurer. She is right there the whole way.

[@brianhagler4490]

Eric, your bolt freezing issue is probably due to grease/oil that’s on the gun currently. Clean the bolt completely of any lubricant as it will hold water and hence, freeze. I use Brake Kleen to remove and lube or solvents that can freeze- carb cleaner works well too. Just do it in a ventilated area. Run your bolt dry in below temps and I use a light touch of sewing machine oil in warmer weather.

[@Hawkeye308]

Also, the tent can be pretty humid (relative to outdoors) so water may condense just a bit on it and then when you leave the tent it will freeze. It might be worthwhile to leave the rifle outdoors overnight so it doesn't get exposed to the humid air.

[@canamrider7195]

And I'd take that bolt apart and polish the surfaces. Oil don't freeze except in extreme cases. Some moisture got in there for sure. That would have been maddening to have the rifle not fire with a bull in the crosshairs.

[@kevinheske7783]

No outside temperature is cold in the tent is warm that creates moisture on all parts of your rifle that is why your bolt froze up, been there done that if possible leave your rifle in the cold.

[@danmworsham]

I expect it's ice crystals coming off the track and getting into the action and trigger. It tends to happen when you have your rifle slung across your back while running at speed on a sled. I've had it happen to me beft, and it doesn't have to be that cold for this to happen.

[@andyroo8592]

There might also be arctic grade firearms lubricants available, pretty sure if they are a real thing most Alaskan gun shops will have it.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

The foggy & snowy weather you guys had reminds me of the time I nearly got lost on a mountain in Yellowstone. I was in the backcountry of Yellowstone during an off day from a week long wolf research expedition. The day started a little cloudy but nothing to worry about. I wanted to get out “hiking” in my snowshoes. As I started to head up the mountain the beautiful skies quickly turned to grey, snowy, and extremely foggy! I should have turned around right away but of course I didn’t. Sometime later, I realized I had gotten off the posted path and didn’t know where I was. My hike was supposed to be short and sweet so I didn’t carry a compass, emergency locator, or other emergency equipment. There wasn’t any cellular service in the area. I did my best to follow my previously placed footsteps down the mountain, but because it was snowy and foggy the snow covered my footsteps and I couldn’t see very well. Many hours later I happened to see the cabin the research crew was staying at off in the distance. To say I was happy I didn’t die alone on the side of the mountain was an understatement!! Wow, I hadn’t thought about that day in forever until I saw your video! Looks like you two had a good trip

[@randomguy5863]

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[@nonoddingdog4682]

That was one smart caribou buck. His generosity leaving the antlers where you could trip on them. ❤

[@sharonmaresh]

I'm so glad the two of you are experienced and have a great sense of direction. I think most lower 48 residents would be so lost in the Alaskan wilderness! 😂

[@sooperdt]

Love how these VERY dangerous circumstances are "a winter excursion to snow frosted hills" :)

[@appalachianmermaids]

What a beautiful and informative video. Our family has been meaning to leave yall a message somehow, so we'll leave it here 😊 Three years ago, my husband daughter and I started to watch your videos. At that time we were living off grid in Marion, NC. We had dreams for many years prior to us finding yall to move to alaska. After watching your channel as our nighty family TV show for about a year we as a family decided to do it. We sold everything in April this year and drove 5k miles to Alaska! We've landed in the valley and plan to move north of denali in the future. Yall have been such a huge and pivotal inspiration to our little family, and you never fail to inspire! And we as a family want to thank you for sharing your daily lives challenges and triumphs with everyone. We hope maybe one day our paths will cross as yall are so like-minded to us. We absolutely love Alaska and don't ever plan to leave! Thank you again! P.s. Thanks for teaching us how to make mayo 😉 Jon, LeighAnn and Ivy

[@lynnsweeney4529]

I am in absolute awe of the shear beauty of the scenery. I also give you kids props with your extreme outdoor abilities. As always, thank you for taking time to share your wonderful videos with us all. ❤

[@SusanJones-d5e]

There is absolutely no way I could live in Alaska! Even when I was much younger. I've just never really enjoyed extreme cold. Hurts my bones! Always has. You guys are just perfect for each other. I get such a kick watching the things you get into. Keep on enjoying life!

[@lisacarman3547]

The scenery is coldly beautiful and surreal, it looks like you are on another planet!!

[@nixer8984]

My thoughts exactly. I thought they had switched to b&w mode till I saw a headlight. Again, you guys ROCK!

[@gregwright392]

Just watched my grandsons Hockey game from Anchorage and now watching you guys! A good 67th birthday!

[@michellegrew77]

It's like your standing on the edge of the world... absolutely stunning ❤

[@ruthiemay423]

I've been laying here in a hospital bed waiting all weekend!!! ❤🥰🥰🥰

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Get well soon

[@diannsmith4625]

Prayers you are better soon

[@ruthiemay423]

@diannsmith4625 Thank you so much. Just an old lady in heart failure 💔

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Get well quick! Best wishes! ❤❤

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​@@ruthiemay423God bless you and heal your body. Lean on our Lord and Creator.

[@AndyLong]

That sunrise 🌄 was stunning. But with that said, better you than me. That cold is just not my idea of fun.

[@janeconnors1807]

That was rather stunning. It's taken no time to change from summer to the beauty of winter

[@57bebe]

i so enjoy your videos. after thirty years in alaska, i bailed this last spring and am spending the winter in arizona. when i first arrived in alaska i was smitten and certain id stay there forever. after way too many concussions (i lost track at about 15) almost entirely caused by slipping on icy surfaces, and three in 2023, i happily drove out in may. what i love best about your videos is your lives feel so familiar, it’s a lot like watching videos from my kids and grandkids - except yours have masterful cinematography 😂 caribou is my favorite alaska game, yum. may your hunts be successful and your freezer be full! 💚💚💚

[@claudetterochon606]

Love to follow your Alaskan adventures. You never disappoint with your videos. Thanks for showing us the beauty of Winter.

[@JRR0013]

I have been bored to death today! Then I saw your video upload and I'm so happy!

[@snakepit101]

You guys started out with this channel so simply and now your lives have become more wealthy but more complex. I would love to hear your views on this newer life. I am sure the new cabin has been nice. Thanks for everything once again!

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Oh ya! Here we go! Thanks for sharing and taking us along! 😊 Love the channel content again! Funsville!

[@SuAnne-lc5rw]

I am amazed at the life y’all live in Alaska! You take such good care of yourselves and eat other! I am impressed with all you two do, seems as though you are both very happy and healthy together! You also have fun and enjoy your family time, working or playing! My husband was stationed in Alaska before he retired from the Air Force in 1993. I met him in 1994 on my 40th birthday and we have been together since then, I turned 70 in September and I am so grateful for him, 30 years ago! He is my best friend and hero! Between us we have 6 grown children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren, love all of them and our life! We always planned to go to Alaska but haven’t made it. We have been all over the USA 🇺🇸 and now we don’t travel as much as we used to. We did travel to Idaho 3 times this summer and took 2 of our grandchildren once, we love that trip and had fun times there! Love your videos, I admire both of you for your talents and your work and your passion for life is amazing and inspiring! Keep up the great job and l share your journey! ❤❤

[@NSRoots2024]

That is the most beautiful scenery!

[@joannrabideau1657]

I’m sitting here watching this video and I am shivering!!! Too cold for me 🥶

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤ I’m under my heated throw as I watch

[@davidschlett9352]

It is such a pleasure to join your nature/hunting journeys. As a German I never experienced such an unfriendly climate before and i almost startet a campfire in my flat. It looked freezing! Thank u guys so much for letting us join!

[@VernonBoone-s5m]

I just love when you both eat your food you have to compare what it taste like 😉

[@hardenmama1800]

What gorgeous scenery! Thanks for taking us with you.

[@selvarajabraham9608]

Sometimes we living in this part of the glob think that you people over there are lucky, but the ice all around, we are lucky with Sun all round year, no snow, you have more challenging life. Im 70, can't imagine ice around me, you have to toil a lot to find good food, you have to find them, they avoid you for suvival, amazing how God has assigned life for us all. Keep rocking, God help.❤

[@the-reading-lemon]

'We're looking for someone in a size 11 bunny boot' cracked me up 😂 The antlers are amazing, what a great find!

[@ciberbri59]

You guys were playing peekaboo with the caribou all around you. I think there's maybe a native guide in your future. Can you herd them with your snow machines towards a partner laying in wait? I find inspiration in your down to earth narrations and your upbeat attitudes after long hard days. That shed will stay with you longer than any caribou steak ever would. Congratulations.

[@TeresaEdwards-kw3np]

That was so exciting to find that shed and such good condition, what a good find!!!

[@shirlydejarnette]

The countryside is beautiful but scary. Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@jimmyandlindamagner6716]

That trip was the definition of "A Winter Wonderland"!!!

[@Suni_Hassan]

This channels comment section is the most wholesome. Love yall. Happy new year 🎉🎉

[@laurieweideman9607]

The snowscape was stunning!

[@GardenRetriever]

Just when I think you have captured peak beauty, you completely reset the standard! Great camera. It was lovely to see you on your excursions. Xo kiddos 💕

[@rogertemple7193]

It definitely is winter up there already with all of the snow and great places for camping, hunting and have a great week Thanks Eric and Arielle.🏔️🏔️🇺🇲

[@royolstad8532]

Sleeping good when you're out hittin it. When I go up fly fishing here in N Idaho w my boys,wading and fidhing and climbing banks, and walking a lot each day, we sleep like 11 hours!

[@backcountrylakes]

Great to be back in the internet world to watch and catch up on your amazing videos !!

[@Ubette-th7kw]

It’s called hunting for a reason. It was a successful trip even if you didn’t get your targeted food. Thanks for taking us along.. The scenery is beautiful!❤

[@br6021]

Y’all should consider getting covers for your snow mobiles to keep them protected from extreme weather while y’all are out scouting.👍

[@dantuhs]

As an 99 year old, your Videos are the best.

[@CatMindy2187-o4v]

Hauntingly Beautiful Scenery in the dull light...

[@michaelmcgrath7712]

No caribou, no problem for us watching , good video.

[@LiveAboard]

Your videos bring something to me I don't find in my own life. Quiet. Your photography is beautiful and combined with the brief moments of quiet...it's like meditation to me. Bless you for sharing the beauty of your home.

[@VMc828]

Thank you for taking us along. Beautiful scenery❤️🙏🙂

[@Timon5130]

Coming from the Canadian army, leave your rifle outside as much as possible and cycle the action periodically. Instead of using an oil based lubricant you can try graphite grease. It’s a powder and a little goes a long way. At -70F it won’t freeze but it will feel a bit sluggish. We enjoy your peaceful content. Keep it up!

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[@nancyrea3863]

Finding that rack was fabulous. Nice trip, I sure wouldn’t want to do so many of the things you do without a husband like Eric. God bless and keep you both safe.

[@starlight-0503]

Ariel, you have got to be the bravest lady. I don't think I'd be able to snowmobile down that

[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

What a fun video,,,,you guys are a blast.

[@tannenbaumgirl3100]

All I can say is....wow! Please stay safe. Thanks for another great video.❤❤❤

[@jeb3415]

Thank you for once again taking us on your hunting trip in one of our most beautiful states. I would never get to understand and appreciate our wilderness without the time and talent you have used to film, edit and share it with us.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

You are amazing! Thank you for taking us along! Love your Channel!

[@Sabby899-qp1dw]

The scenery is so Amazing. Alaska looks different with every season .

[@knis01]

Great trip! I just enjoy hanging out with you two.

[@Beachwriter]

Hate cold weather, but love watching your videos from sunshine and warmth of Clearwater Beach.

[@mohaddock1080]

Sunday adventure through a snow forest !!!!!!!! Thanks for the video, made my day😊💜👍🏻

[@lynnpike988]

Thanks!

[@stevefisher2121]

Excellent adventure!!!!! Thanks for taking us along.

[@turtle2212]

Time runs so fast watching your wonderful videos, dankeschön ❤😊

[@bradtatro8718]

You Two Are Simply...." THE BEST "......LUVS !!!!!!!!

[@melvinmccoy9830]

You guys are going to have some unbelievable memories when you get old. But always think young.

[@leesnow343]

What an incredible find the shed was so huge❤

[@toliveischrist950]

Your world of off-grid living is fascinating to me since I don’t know anyone like you two. I get to learn and be entertained! Thank you❤

[@maryellensunflowergirl8132]

Wow what a fun hunt. I really love watching you camp. I camped as a child and still love it. Great try guys❤

[@kathrynrodlun8514]

The snow on the trees, so beautiful

[@gailbrault9251]

Love caribou hunting videos.. That big rack was cool. Great find!

[@gilliandejong1459]

Love love love this!! Your braver than I am at winter camping. I'm such a wimp

[@donaldfitzgerald8950]

Hey Eric, the shed is good for stirring the stew Lol! But they'll look good mounted on the new building, what a find! 😮 ....I myself have never been on a snowmobile, lots of motorcycles in my life, but they seem just as awesome and just as dangerous, shot many a deer in my life, but they wanted to get back at me by jumping in front of my Harleys, hitting two during my life, fortunately I never got seriously injured, but they did lots of damage to the scooters, but after trimming off the coagulated meat, ate them also! 😋 Be safe, out there, miles from anything... Ariel is one tough cookie! You're blessed! Thanks for taking this old-timer along, keep it happening... 🏔️💪👍❄️🤠

[@marietupper5265]

Totally enjoyed this video! I held my breath when Eric crossed the open water.

[@noyopacific]

Thanks for the video Eric & Arielle !

[@kathryndavidson5056]

Your energy levels NEVER cease to amaze me….I’m so impressed by your go-get-‘em attitude! Thank you as always for sharing your lives with us! ❤

[@kathryndavidson5056]

P.S.: here in MT we call those beautiful snow covered trees SNOWGHOSTS…. Is that an AK thing too?

[@elmerwright8662]

That's so beautiful thank you both I pray you get one 🙏 ❤️ 💕

[@PatriciaBetsuie-e6e]

Wow! The view is so Beautiful. I just love it when the both of you get to go out hunting, fishing and enjoying the area.

[@sharonaicken1585]

Thank you so much you guys!

[@chrisjones-ys5zg]

oh man i felt that.. sending your knee some healing vibes over the airwaves... gosh i was ducking down under those trees when you took the 'short cut'.. great trip out.. bit grueling but very rewarding.. thanks to you both.. much love xx

[@haou132]

Time goes sooo fast ! Already caribou season ! Blessings +++!!!

[@sreid9740]

That was some adventurous trip, but you took it all in stride!! And you know what, you didn't get a caribou this time, but you will the next time - you done good!😁 You gave sooo many people some top enjoyment with this video. Thank you so much for that, you guys are tops!👍👍 Stay safe, be happy 💖💖

[@frugalgrandma]

I love watching you. Is it just me or does anyone else think of the film polar express every time you say caraboo 😂

[@richardclaus4751]

Beautiful snow! Love watching you all traipse through the snow like that. Only 87 here today....but, it did rain all morning.