A Bit About Logistics | Remote Living in the Mountains

[@realist7190]

You have a great KZbin channel! Clean production, no trauma, no fake drama, just constant rewards for constant work! It is very refreshing to hear the simple facts and solutions to off the grid living! Not some woke idiots who swallowed a adjective dictionary with an UK accent telling the viewers how dangerous it is everyday! Thank you!

[@MountainMariner]

I try to keep the nonsense to a minimum as drama doesn’t get things done! Thanks for watching my little channel about living remotely.

[@rw3100]

Great to see you back on the mountain Ed👍🍻

[@MountainMariner]

Good to be back at home!

[@milosavorozovic5304]

Well done, you arranged everything beautifully

[@MountainMariner]

Thank you for watching my channel.

[@LV12800]

Wow! Another great video! Love the content...love your bits of humor...glad you didn't go much further out on the lake...was getting nervous for you! This is a rigorous lifestyle, and not for the faint of heart. You do it justice. Glad your home...love it when you post! See you on the next.

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoyed it! This way of life isn’t fit for most but I enjoy it. Keeps my old bones moving.

[@ontoitaussie7390]

You cracked me up Ed with the "oh better walk in front of the camera so it can catch my untimely death" Theres so much work involved in going home every month everything has to be planned to the letter. Its an amazing life you lead with a lot of challenges that the average joe couldnt begin to understand let alone do month after month. I get why you do it though. That view is heaven

[@MountainMariner]

The routine gets even more interesting in the winter when it’s -25° and only 4 hours of daylight. But yes, the view and lifestyle is worth all the effort.

[@Cons2911]

Funny how it works.. these videos, to some, like me.. it’s relaxing. Something I would very likely never do, nor could I… Is it the stress?

[@MountainMariner]

Might be stress, who knows? Best medicine for stress is to live simpler in every way you can.

[@rushd45]

Those shots of Denali are excellent. I made a trip from NYC to Alaska in 1996. Took a month to drive there, spent 1 month just driving around and then a month to drive back to NYC. When I wanted to see Denali, it was covered in clouds. Drove up the Haul Road to Deahhorse and since there were no public gas stations there, just gas companies, had to beg one of them to fill up my tank. Fantasitc trip, loved every minute, even the mosquitios.

[@MountainMariner]

The clouds hide Denali for weeks sometimes. Perfectly clear today though.

[@joannekeith9430]

Never would have guessed the ice was that thick...so clear! Thanks for letting us come along again!

[@MountainMariner]

And getting thicker by the day. It’s good that the ice is forming thick before the first snows. When that occurs the snow insulates, the ice forms more slowly and the weight of the snow presses down and splits the ice causing overflow. A layer of mushy wet snow which is very dangerous.

[@Will.i.am.777]

Hi Ed, welcome back home. It’s always a good day when I see you posted a video. I would have thought that you would of had a lot of snow by now.

[@MountainMariner]

Yeah me too. I’m ready for the blanket of white!

[@laruedouglas7972]

Yes that ice looked smooth., like a Zamboni went over it 😮.

[@financialadvisor1000]

This channel is a hidden gem. I have systematically been watching each episode….the music is great.

[@MountainMariner]

JASA Productions (James Armstrong from Norway) does the music. His stuff is top notch. I hope he gets some well deserved recognition and possibly some movie theme songs one day! He has a channel here on KZbin. JASA PRODUCTIONS.

[@buddy2767]

Good to see you home and posting so soon. As always - enjoyable content. Thanks.

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for watching!

[@denisfrancine3221]

The second time that I watch this video! Informative and funny! 🤣😂

[@MountainMariner]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@richnusser6079]

It’s always a great day to see a new video from the Mountain mariner. What a Magical place you have. So Beautiful in every direction. Thank you for allowing us to go along on this journey.

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@billyb.9878]

Young man your back in your paradise. I'm in Northern MI. & fall is my favorite season. ENJOY.

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for watching, winter is my favorite time. Waiting for the snow, anytime now….

[@ashleyanderson2859]

The reflection on the ice was crazy. Really nice trailcam videos. Ed you are not alone, I have a PhD in d.u.m.b. Thanks for sharing

[@MountainMariner]

Except I spelled it dumm…

[@ashleyanderson2859]

@@MountainMariner got me on that one. Hahaha

[@theresebennett5372]

Beautiful weather for coming home. I hope your are enjoying this time. I realize there is always work to do, Yet see you are well suited to it. Cheers to you, and time home.

[@briannagorman3119]

Love your electric fence and cameras.

[@timjk32]

your place is great love watching what u do.

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@northidahodreaming5657]

Thanks for taking us along. Lots of details in your logistics for life and comfort.

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for watching!

[@wendyd1013]

It's some sort of wizardry how quickly you edit! Sure doesn't match the incredible quality of your videos! Logistics game is intense! Excited anticipation about what those new trail cams capture 😉 Glad you're home, enjoy it! ☺

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoy it and thanks for watching! If I grow my beard long I do resemble Gandalf…

[@wendyd1013]

@@MountainMarinerLol! Maybe if you were a hundred years older!...plenty of time to work on carving a really cool staff tho! (You know, in all your spare time...) You have that gorgeous knife, you should show that sometime. It's really nice!

[@marianfrances4959]

Must be the full moon! Sitting here eating bacon-wrapped scallops, watching you cook bacon.🌕🌊🎵🌄⚓🚁👍😎🇨🇦 Always awesome. 🙏

[@MountainMariner]

Sounds delicious!

[@raquelhernandez1733]

Welcome back, Ed. It was a bit nervous when i saw you walking on that ice. Probably you already know this, but keep a small sharp object tied on a piece of string, either hanging from your neck or put it in your coat pocket in case you fall in the icy water you can use it to pull yourself out . Thank you again for this video.(dumm or dumb, we all wear that label every now and then) 😊

[@MountainMariner]

Always best to be prepared for the unexpected polar plunge!

[@Suzie-he9ni]

You had me a little scared when you were out on the ice. The wildlife seem to stand in front of the camera like they know they're being photographed. Curiosity I guess. Good to see you home Ed.

[@MountainMariner]

A little scared myself standing on crystal clear ice until I know the thickness firsthand.

[@elainewood3987]

I am so glad you are home. I love this channel!

[@stephaniemcbroom9615]

There's nothing like living on top of a remote mountain ..😊❤ i certainly loved watching and the animals too...wow the music was awesome...great video for sure...my dream is to see Alaska and its beauty in person...thankyou so much..😊❤

[@MountainMariner]

Mountain living is the best! Thanks for watching!

[@BreakAwayTheChains]

Your blessed by sea and land, beautiful thank you for sharing this, love the cams. So far, I have wild rabbit, fox, turkey, owls, coyotes, bob cat and deer. Been here 4 years haven't spotted a bear yet, the old timers here said they spotted a couple around my mountain. I have a Great Pyrenees named Bear he takes care of my livestock; I think that is why maybe. Thank you! -Sharron

[@denisfrancine3221]

WOW! What a setup you have there! Love it! So peaceful and quiet!

[@MountainMariner]

Thank you kindly!

[@TheKDubW]

Glad you made it safely home. Thanks for the video.

[@MountainMariner]

You bet!

[@clintgilchrest1019]

Amazing how clear the lake was... like a mirror.....I would have never guessed the ice was that thick...

[@MountainMariner]

Clear ice is deceiving. Even when you know it’s over a foot thick you feel uneasy about walking on it.

[@willclark198]

As always, great video content and quality. It certainly is beautiful up there...

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoyed it. Working on the next video today! Snowing right now too!

[@MyAlaska12]

Congratulations on all of the subs. Your channel really grew in the last month or two.

[@MountainMariner]

It has!

[@alaskacutthecord769]

What a beautiful video. That atv seat is awesome! What a great location.

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoyed it! The duct tape is getting hard in the winter though.

[@Hollygilbert89]

You have such a beautiful mountain view. All those snow-covered mountains bit jealous of that wonderful view out here in New Jersey.

[@MountainMariner]

I’d have to agree the views here a tiny bit better than any found in New Jersey. I just looked up New Jersey and saw it ranks #1 as the mostly densely populated state. Which frightens me since the population right here is 1. 😂

[@dave6857]

Glad you're back and posting Ed. As to your logistics, do you have a master list for leaving and returning ...I would need it written down...I can't even imagine the frustration of that wrong part..love the scenery. Breathtakingly beautiful views all around. Thanks

[@MountainMariner]

No checklist. It’s all stored in my head. Which isn’t a problem because I’ve got lots of spare room in the skull. 😂

[@dave6857]

😂

[@theresebennett5372]

It's good to see you are home enjoying your amazing mountain setting. The ice on the lake was beautiful, the reflection shining so brightly. Enjoy your time home Ed!

[@MountainMariner]

The ice is crystal clear and smooth. Too bad I don’t have ice skates.

[@theresebennett5372]

@@MountainMariner i was thinking about that too.

[@rereelovingod412]

My God, what an amazing life you lead. Awe inspiring for sure. This was the first time I came across your channel. Thank you for sharing your life and Alaska's beauty. God Bless.

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for watching my channel and the compliments.

[@SEA-U2]

Another Great Video I find it Amazing how all the Animals look up at the Camera Even the 🦉 Owl You were so close to eating it on the ice Great Replay😅

[@myBIGtinyhouselife]

Majestic views AND comic relief 😂. But seriously Edmund, I have so many questions. Have you considered doing a Q&A? Maybe answering questions as you do chores? I have tons but I'll start with how the heck do you get internet out there strong enough to upload a video? I'm in the country on Vancouver Island and even with Telus Hub it takes me like 2 hours to upload a video. You have a very good eye for filming, where did you learn, or are you self taught? Thanks, Adelina

[@MountainMariner]

I’ll answer questions in my videos as they come in. Maybe I’ll do a Q&A video one day if there are enough questions. I am having to answer the same questions over and over already so maybe soon. I’m self taught with cameras, audio and editing. The first video on KZbin was the very first time editing. That used to be difficult but I’m getting better and faster at it now.

[@myBIGtinyhouselife]

@@MountainMariner good morning. Thanks for the reply. I'm sure you do get the same questions, sorry for adding to that. Still curious about the internet situation. I don't recall you ever mentioning that in a past video.

[@MountainMariner]

@@myBIGtinyhouselife whoops. So for internet I have 2 AT&T cell phones. I just hotspot off of them. Strong 5G signal up on top of the mountain because I have a direct line of sight to the nearest cell tower 15 miles away. And another 22 miles away. Once you leave the top of the mountain there is no connection.

[@myBIGtinyhouselife]

@@MountainMariner that's handy. I wish Canada had cheap internet options like you all do. Thanks for your patience with the questions Edmund. Have a good day.

[@kentzastrow3824]

Purple Mountain Majesty above the fruited plain...welcome back home. Who needs crossword puzzles when you have daily logistics to do! Great editing. Does elevation change affect your stamina the first few days back?

[@MountainMariner]

Yes. I go from sea level to altitude. That and the day I fly up here is incredibly busy and fast. I sort then load and unload all the supplies many times. By the time I get to sit down on my couch I’ve been moving fast for well over 6-8 hours, sometimes longer. Last year I worked 12 hours then immediately a 12 hour tug ride to the dock, jumped in the truck and drove 7 hours, immediately to groceries/supplies, helicopter ride and cabin start up routine. Over 36 hours non-stop and no sleep.

[@briannagorman3119]

Live your dream while you can. Happy that I can get to come along. Blessings from Idaho

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks so much

[@Sprouty7]

Mountain view- check.. thanks

[@Storm-rp9xe]

Great video explaining the work and daily events, love the moose plate at breakfast!

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

You have one of the best views I've ever seen. You have bunnies. Lol That moose was beautiful..

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@karenr67]

Always enjoy your videos

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you like them!

[@lonanakken1688]

Beautiful views in both your worlds...work and home. A bit of work to get settled in, but I bet it feels great to be home again.

[@MountainMariner]

Always good to be home. Thanks for watching.

[@jbsanger696]

Great video... Be safe! Thank you for your service!

[@MountainMariner]

Much appreciated. Thanks for watching. 🇺🇸

[@offgridhomesteadingmcgarve1494]

How long is your stay this time? 3-4 months…. To wait for the right parts..Oh my hell.. wow more cameras. That view of you on the ice was amazing. No ice cleats needed.😂 All the animals like your trail. Hope you have an adventurous and fun time while your there. I’ve always thought that music sounded familiar. It hit me tonight Game of thrones….😂 close…

[@MountainMariner]

I ordered the part Oct 8th so it would be here on time. Now I have to return it around Nov 22nd, and then the next time I can pick anything up at my P.O. Box is Jan 3rd. (If they don’t listen to me and ship when I tell them the post office will mail it back to them after two weeks) That happens frequently because people can’t comprehend anymore nowadays. In that case I’ll be into mid February or later for the right part, that I’ve already paid for….🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FlatTireFarmHomesteadingAlaska]

You have a really great place up there friend. Thanks for sharing. 😊Happy New Years.

[@MountainMariner]

Happy New Year to you also.

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

That was the clearest ice I've ever seen it looked like it was maybe less than an inch thick I couldn't believe it.

[@MountainMariner]

Getting thicker by the day now!

[@debbiemiller7342]

Made me nervous to see you walk on that ice but it was much thicker than I thought. Thanks for sharing!

[@MountainMariner]

Yes it was!

[@fruitcake4508]

It's Ed time!!! Informative and interesting video. Loved the cooking and water. That would be great to ice skate on❤️👍. Thank you for all the work you do to being us fabulous video's.

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks! I really need to get ice skates…

[@fruitcake4508]

@@MountainMariner and I'm sorry I have been sick and I'm still sick but I'm trying to get back to you to let you know I am somewhat behind on your channel also if I do comment it's just going to be a thumbs up or something and no no dialogue from me at the same probably for the time being. Oh wait no I watched your last two videos I just didn't call me cuz I felt so bad. Okay Edward on the ice skates, I really don't believe you'll get any, LOL. Oh gosh my battery is running out I got to get off here. I've left my phone and plug too long I'm just not on the ball. I do want to ask you something but you don't have to comment to me every time I comment to your whatever I can't think lol. But you told me there were no fish in that Lake cuz I asked you did you fish now were you joking with me or not because you got that really nice boat so I don't know what to do with the boat but you could get in that darn boat and slide darn that would be fun. Okay I'm out of juice got to turn this off and let it charge up. My best to you my good man! I need to add you make some of the best content on KZbin.! Okay I don't have the battery power to check and see if I spelled everything right or what may be wrong with this so please Overlook it if you need to. PS we had about 2 weeks of really cold temps here so I'm not in a hurry to see snow right yet but I did see that you made it snow in one of your last videos I don't know how you did that but thank you for a producing that bit of snow for us it was very enjoyable haha

[@gilmoreHappy22]

I've watched all your videos and get lost in the excitement of trying to plan my own journey and dreaming of the endless possibilities and challenges to come. Something so stoic about watching a man in his element and getting it done. I once was obsessed with the primitive approach but after learning from your videos I see so many modern amenities why anybody would not try to live this way is insane. Finding this sort of property is hard for somebody here in the lower 48 where to begin...

[@MountainMariner]

Nothing written in stone on how each individual should build their vision of a cabin.

[@gilmoreHappy22]

What I mean is that just because its off grid does not mean it has to be primitive..@@MountainMariner

[@MountainMariner]

Yup, that’s the way I read your reply! No need to go old school. Do things your way as it suits you alone.

[@dianemurillo6017]

i think your videos are great thats why i watch. marinar is in the name of your channel and i for one would LOVE to see a whole video on just that. just one . i have no idea what you do on that ship but it must be interesting . i mean i don't know anyone that works on a ship of any kind much less where you go. i think your missing a great opportunity. ill keep watching and hoping. you live a fantastic life thank you for sharing it.

[@MountainMariner]

I can’t do a video on my work life. But I can show the beautiful areas I go to and the wildlife. I’m the master of a 400’ oil spill response vessel. They prefer we keep maintenance and training to a high level rather than their employees making videos. Rightfully so.

[@MountainMariner]

And thanks for watching!

[@dcranch4820]

Hey glad your back. The only thing worse than walking on glare ice is walking on it with a fresh skiff of snow on it. If fallen many times on the ice with conditions like this. A broken arm, leg or tail bone would not be good when your all alone!

[@MountainMariner]

That’s exactly how it is right now. Snowing lightly and the lake ice now has 1/2” of snow on it. And I have to cross three lakes to do my next chore. Hopefully you didn’t jinx me! 😂

[@dcranch4820]

@@MountainMariner I sure hope not. Just be careful. When I was a kid I was beaver trapping with my dad. We were about 2 miles from the truck and I fell through the ice on the Chippewa River in February. My dad pulled me put but I was wet from the waist down. After my dad.gave me a boot on the ass and chewed me out for walking where I shouldn't we headed for the truck. My pants froze solid and it was like walking with stove pipes on each leg. Will never forget that!

[@SuzanneHarden]

Guess it wasn’t a big deal that your new snow machine wasn’t ready for pick up since there’s no snow! Beautiful footage from work. Coming home is always wonderful but you literally need a vacation once you hit the door. Held my breath while you were walking on the lake. Yikes!! So much wildlife on the trail cams. That porcupine was huge! Just wondering how you will get the new snow machine to the cabin when it’s ready. Sling load?? Anyway, I’m glad you’re home safe and sound and really enjoyed the video.

[@MountainMariner]

Yes, the new snowmachine will come out by helicopter sling load. I definitely need a vacation after getting here from work. (12 hour work days x 7 (84 hrs week) times 4 weeks straight. I am used to it but I’m not getting any younger…

[@SuzanneHarden]

@@MountainMariner You’re as young as you choose to be. It takes a lot to live your type of life. I’ve chosen to be 29 for several decades and now have a son that’s older than me. Lol I think you’re doing great!

[@PaullaWells]

This was so interesting. Thank you for sharing a glimpse into your life. Looked like the cameras are already catching interesting sitings. I'm looking forward to see what more it catches in the future.

[@MountainMariner]

It’s snowing right now, will have more critter cam footage in the next video. Thanks for watching!

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

And here we are again , all here to welcome you HOME ❤👌👍👏 Must say im surprised how brown it is , had a good few hard frosts thats killed everything off but no snow to follow up the frosts. It's been cold to get 6in of ice on the lake. Love your dumm humour, tends to happen a tad more than I'd like at my place also.😂 Your wild animals are so good at posing fir the cameras. Theyre pretty astute, knowing the click and light arent normal for their habitat. Thought you were harvesting ice cubes for your freezer !!!! Cant say I'm unhappy the camera didn't need to capture your untimely passing. Was glad it caught your almost undignified bum ice plant at the edge tho. LOL Great to have you home Ed, and till the next one , ENJOY WITH ALL YOUR HEART ❤🇦🇺🤗🙏💞👌👍✌️👏👊🇺🇸

[@MountainMariner]

Enough with the brown! Bring on the white already!

[@MitchellsInAlaska]

Great video

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks!

[@livin_life_321]

You definitely have a good routine set up for return trips. Surprised there's no snow on the ground. New rails for your sawmill? Boy, I'd say you have enough ice to walk on . Those first test holes have to be a bit nerve-racking.

[@MountainMariner]

Yup. Granberg Easy Rail system for the chainsaw mill. Got to have a system for everything out here, makes your hard work much easier if you have systems in place.

[@elginradtke]

Ed, the bear seat seems to be holding up well on your 4 wheeler.

[@MountainMariner]

The duct tape gets incredibly hard though. It feels like concrete now. Thanks for watching!

[@gfranco3361]

You're living the dream man! Great videos i enjoy watching them and would one day like to have a cabin in the mountains away from everything

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for watching and I hope you do one day!

[@AKcabins]

Love your content. Thanks for sharing. I’m getting my remote cabin ready for full time living. Appreciate the ideas

[@MountainMariner]

Glad you enjoy it! Good to hear another person doing a full time remote! Most AK remote cabins seem to be for vacationers.

[@evanmanners6928]

I just discovered your channel and have watched most of your videos. Very interesting and entertaining sir. Your intro and exit music is BURNED into my brain. Just sayin.

[@MountainMariner]

The music is by JASA Productions here on KZbin. (James Armstrong from Norway.)

[@terriefirmin3190]

Home sweet home...your food looked so delicious. How far by crow's flight are you from Curmudge Inn ? Always love when you show the process of coming and going.

[@MountainMariner]

I’m 10 miles to the east from Rob’s. Much difficult terrain between him and I so it wouldn’t be easy to visit him.

[@Rudymom]

Enjoy your videos. You have a great place. Love the peace and quiet and the views. Did you build the place yourself?

[@MountainMariner]

It was not built by me. I just renovated the complete interior of the cabin. But I will be building a new shower/sauna and workshop starting next year.

[@Cons2911]

I’m not American, I did work in the US for a few years. My stay was pleasant, beautiful place, good people. One of the few regrets I have..wish I traveled more (tho pandemic was part of the reason). One wish that I have..that I wasn’t able to do.. and this might sound silly to s lot of you..but I wanted to stay, even just for a couple of nights, in a what is it called, wood cabin? I think it’s very relaxing, and no, not winter. Fall maybe..but I wasn’t able to..hopefully I can go back

[@MountainMariner]

Log cabin. I’d like to build a log cabin but it would be an insane amount of work compared to framing with dimensional lumber. Glad you enjoyed the USA and hopefully you get the chance to come back!

[@Cons2911]

@@MountainMariner yes sir I did sir. And yes if I ever have the chance to go back, I’ll make sure to travel more. I also like small town vibe..seems peaceful

[@rickeymcelyea8175]

Awesome video new subscriber

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks for the sub!

[@dingc.velasco6038]

Thank you for sharing with us the exciting wilderness life you live in Alaska, but l kinda notice your wheezing may be worsening from the last video.

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

That's breathing at altitude. Not wheezing.

[@MountainMariner]

Getting over a little cold and it’s the first day back at altitude from sea level.

[@lipsticklodge7526]

I took my trailcam down...I think I should put it back up again..we had 2 moose pass thru the other week and some wolves went thru again..

[@MountainMariner]

Definitely get the wolves on video or photo!

[@bigal7125]

Beautiful as always. Ed, how long have you got before you retire? Looks like you are planning for the long-haul.

[@MountainMariner]

I’ve got about 6 years until retirement. Always planning ahead!

[@billwilliams1842]

Looks like you have a well-planned set-up. So do you work in the fishing industry? Thanks

[@MountainMariner]

Thanks! No, I work in oil spill response.

[@pjpanda572]

Beautiful! I got all the animals except the one at 23:46. Badger?

[@MountainMariner]

Porcupine.

[@thomastnt4788]

l love your vidéos. I have a question : why don't you build a shed for your quad bike or your snowmobile next to the helicopter landing pad? It would allow you not to carry everything you bring back?

[@MountainMariner]

That’s exactly where the new workshop will be built. It will have double doors wide enough to get 3 snowmachines in there. Or the ATV and 2 of the snowmachines. Thanks for watching!

[@12oldman]

Great content, but from Valdez to Talkeetna in 6 hours? I lived in Glennallen for a little more than 4 years and in summer would travel to Anchorage and back weekly for work, early 80’s. Best I could do was 4 1/2 to 5 hours. You must be flying low.

[@MountainMariner]

From Valdez to Talkeetna takes 6-1/2 hours if the road conditions are perfect and you don’t stop. I usually stop at 3 hours and stretch out a little bit. Midpoint for me is the Nelchina area. Thanks for watching!

[@kenaidog6974]

That commute must be spendy.

[@MountainMariner]

It is but when you’re debt free it isn’t so bad. I have this expenditure 6 times a year. The other six are free room and board while at work. The helicopter is $800.00. But where can you live for $800.00 x 6 months ($4,800) a year??? You can’t even get an efficiency apartment for that $$$$.

[@anitahendershot3754]

Seems like you changed up your video a bit. Even more enjoyable. Lots of critters this time. Been curious for a long time about what you do at sea. Never heard you say. You’re not allowed to video at sea?

[@MountainMariner]

I keep my work mostly out of the channel due to the policies and it’s not what this channel is about anyway. Thanks for watching!

[@TheChrisRichard]

Just found your channel and am really enjoying it. How far from other folks do you live?

[@MountainMariner]

I’m not sure who is the closest “neighbor” that lives out there year round anymore. Far as I know I’m the only one in about a ten mile radius.

[@billwilliams1842]

What was the latest on the bear? Were you able to harvest it?

[@MountainMariner]

The bear is MIA. The shot was far back as I didn’t want to hit my ATV. I looked for almost ten hours and found no blood either.

[@rfalberti]

Hey Ed how are you doing sir getting ready for winter....

[@MountainMariner]

Yes I am! Doing well. It’s actually snowing right now too.

[@wilber4rce]

What altitude are you at when you're home? Thanks for uploading this one its interesting for someone in a completely different situation

[@MountainMariner]

I’m at 2000’ elevation. Thanks for watching!

[@remoteandrestless]

Seems like alaska is all about logistics. That and everything taking 5x as long compared to about anywhere else

[@MountainMariner]

It takes awhile to get things up to the 49th State. My sea, then mountain life adds to the complexities.

[@remoteandrestless]

@@MountainMariner the challenge is part of what makes it fun

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

I have mild autism so if I seem enthusiastic it's why I'm not stupid. So are you flying that helicopter because that's amazing. It must be so awful using a outhouse in the winter oh that gives me the shivers. I don't feel well tonight so I'm going to watch some of your videos You don't have to respond to me just ignore me, That's what most people do.lol

[@MountainMariner]

I don’t fly the helicopter, just charter it for flights in and out. The outhouse isn’t so bad. Thanks for watching and enjoy!

[@danmitchell3758]

Do u hav a vid that tells ur story ur job in Valdez why Talkeetna what was property like when u started Really like ur story

[@MountainMariner]

Sure. I’ll touch on that during my next video.

[@ryanbacon3442]

I take that’s McKinley in the background of those aerial shots?

[@MountainMariner]

Yes. It went from Denali to McKinley and now back to Denali. It stands proudly dwarfing my “Mount Ed.” 🤣

[@leelynn659]

What kinda bears we talking about?

[@MountainMariner]

Black bears and grizzly bears.

[@leelynn659]

@@MountainMariner 🧸👀

[@Cons2911]

Sorry, I’m new. Is there a video about the back story, like how it all started, did you buy the land, or is it family owned for years?

[@MountainMariner]

Hmmm. Not really. I’ll have to make a video on the background story. I bought the cabin and land.

[@Jasonrcsd]

@@MountainMariner yes please make a backstory video or do a video where you answer the most asked questions. I'm curious how long you've lived this lifestyle etc. Has your snowmobiles, ATVs ever broke down and left you stranded? When you go to the bathroom at night do you light your path up like a Christmas tree or do you just use a flashlight to see the wildlife?

[@northernsky6117]

No bigfoot?

[@MountainMariner]

The only time I see Bigfoot is when I’m putting my socks on. 🤘🏻

[@Cons2911]

I’m not American, I have a question, since this is up north right.. what is it like when it’s summer?

[@MountainMariner]

Summer is short (July-August) and lots of mosquitoes. Unless you live on top of a mountain with a nearly constant breeze!

[@wobdeehomestead]

Snow late this year? I thought you’d have a foot of snow on the ground by now?

[@MountainMariner]

Me too.

[@scottfeatherstone7156]

Is it possible to drive your truck from Talkeetna to your cabin and how long would that take?

[@MountainMariner]

No wheeled vehicle could ever make it out here.

[@charlottekomenda2353]

Perfect!!😊

[@celsofinhodt]

HEY O QUE ACONTECEU COM VOCE CARA???

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

You make the best pancakes. I want to send you something for Christmas do you celebrate it?

[@MountainMariner]

I do celebrate it as best as I can. This year I’ll be at work though.

[@celsofinhodt]

PQ VOCE SUMIU DAQUI???

[@bobuncle6962]

Welcome home. It will take a few days to get your land brain up and running. Take care until then. 911 is not an option!

[@MountainMariner]

Definitely. 911 is not a good option in remote Alaska. But if I had to die somewhere I’d rather die here than in a hospital bed in a city.

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

13:09 You made me laugh but you're not dumb come on. You made a mistake I do them daily.

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

You're not a dumbass You're not very nice to yourself. I think you're awesome. That's the only problem with being off grid by yourself you have to think of everything and sometimes we forget and that's okay.

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

Do you well this is going to be stupid but I'm being serious. Do you miss talking to people? I would want to feel by myself but I wouldn't want to feel isolated I'm not a fan of people but I wouldn't want to be that alone. I'm going to guess that you don't have cell phone reception? You must have internet? Can you Skype or whatever they're doing these days. No more questions I'm done. Scott

[@MountainMariner]

I talk to plenty of people at work for the month there. Then I get a month off. Plus I can always talk to myself out here. It’s almost like I have ESP because I always know what I’m going to say! lol.

[@jarkkolouhe11]

A fine episode!I could watch hours and hours of these videos.Glad u didnt die on the ice back there xD.In Finland we have this sayin that 3cm(1.2inch) ice is enough to carry a hungry fisher man and 4cm can carry a dog xD I love the element of danger in your daily life, inspirided by you i will now carry my gas air pellet pistol(Dan Wesson 8inch replica.air pellet) when winter comes and im doing firewood in the forest with the snowmobile, though no real threats here i guess.xD We spotted some lynx marks only 30meters from our yard 5days ago when the first snow did fall.

[@MountainMariner]

Good thing I have plenty of food at the cabin and no dog! Lol. The ice is quite thick and safe (?) but it’s still eerie walking on such clear ice. Be careful with the pellet pistol, you’ll shoot your eye out!

[@LaneGiesler-KL5PK]

Awesome location, great setup!! Have you ever thought about a Ham radio setup? You could setup an NVIS antenna that would reach easily 300 miles. Prolly a DX setup would work awesome from that location too! You have Starlink or something like it? Great videos by the way. I live in Kenai.

[@MountainMariner]

No starlink. My cell phones get great 5G connection here. I also don’t have any plans for a HAM radio setup right now but maybe in the future.