Road trip on the Kenai Peninsula to Homer, Alaska! (Hope, Skilak Lookout, & the Homer Spit)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

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[@richardbeee]

Excellent adventure. I wish to add a story about Hope (the name). I met this old-timer who had lived up there for years. He now resides in Arizona. He told me that the way he understood it was Hope got its name after the first people that lived there. It became a saying back then: Tomorrow we hope to see the sun. As the population grew so did the saying. In later years they had to think up a story about the name and glory be, here came Pierce Hope, just hopped off the train. He's been living out here now for a few years and now he hopes the sun will never go down except summer. Glad y'all are feeling better. Don't feed the bears!🙂

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh interesting! We like that story too! Thank you for sharing that!

[@LarryAnderson-jx7xv]

I have lived in Hope for forty-five years and have never heard that story.

[@jancross516]

Wow! It was so good to see the Kenai peninsula. I lived in Alaska in the '70s/80s for 10 years, six in Homer. You brought back so many good memories. Enjoy!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Homer and the Kenai are some of our favorite places so far on this trip!

[@jerryfrankierobertson8937]

Glad y’all are better. All I can say is more, more, more. We look forward to seeing each one of your adventures. Thanks!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! All good now! We're extra excited for the next handful of videos!

[@annette3488]

Oh my gosh! These videos just get better and better! AK is a beautiful state with so much to see & do! I’ve did 3 cruises to AK but next I want to just do land only! Thank you for all the videos! Giving me some great ideas what to do next time we go! I was thought Adam was going halibut fishing, nope just taco😂

[@tacrewgirl]

If you travel to Alaska by land, I recommend renting an RV. It's the best way to see the state.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes we highly recommend traveling by land in an RV if you can! There is so much to see and do and it's best to be able to do things at your own pace. The tacos were spectacular!

[@shuminfan101]

Oh I’m so glade to see both of you had speedy recovery from Covid. My husband also asked me to extend his warmest wishes to you. He is a typical IT guy without any social skills, even though he opened an KZbin account just to give you one more subscriber and he loves all the videos, he still finds himself out of courage or appropriate words to leave in the comments section.🙄 So I just want to let you know he loves you and he does click the like 👍 button every time 🥰🥰🥰🤣🤣🤣

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much to the both of you!

[@TheAverageTourist]

The town looked so beautiful and charming! Would love to spend some time there. Glad you're feeling better - but that sucks getting sick on the road. So much beautiful hiking... even the failed attempt.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a bummer, but thankfully it really just ended up being a minor inconvenience more than anything! Hope and Homer were so charming and fun!

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Thank you so much for taking us along your fantastic journey in Alaska. The views at the begining of the video are spectacular. Being out in nature is so good for the soul.i just don't have words for how I felt watching this video. Please accept my sincerest thank you for sharing these thrilling views and history of Alaska. 🥰🌻🐕🇺🇸

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're so lucky and thankful we get to do what we do and are able to share it for others to enjoy! Thanks as always, Guadalupe!

[@brendamountaingirl8354]

Wow I’m left in aww on the beauty of our Nation 🇺🇸 hope you both are feeling well and get some much needed rest 😌🙏🏼

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re all good now! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@AzulFyre]

I love when you guys visit the smaller towns and Hope is not exception. I also like that you don't skim over the small local museums too. Skilak lake is gorgeous, those colors are amazing! When people think of Alaska, I think most of think of snow and mountains. I had a friend go during the summer years ago and he couldn't stop talking about the wildflowers. It's really nice to see you guys experience them too.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That museum was high quality! And Hope was a nice little gem filled with very nice people. We're glad we got to do the Skilak hike...it was amazing! Ya you always think of snow and Alaska, but the summers are wonderful!

[@stephengarese9230]

You guys are awesome! You bring so much amazingness to so many! Huge thanks

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@joemorin6247]

Sorry you both got sick but am glad you have recovered from Covid. Thanks for the awesomeness & safe travels to you!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thank you!

[@g550guy]

Love your food critic spots!

[@jerrymaes9471]

Great job guys! Love seeing Kona

[@stargazer5073]

Great job, always go with the flow. So happy you are healthy again.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Gotta roll with the punches. Thanks!

[@joybeekingston6472]

So sorry you two got Covid, but also so so happy you recovered ok! Great video, loved the filming❤

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thank you!

[@johnlenart597]

Glad to hear you're recovering from Covid., and continuing with Alaska. Best buy $$ the US ever made. Most of us are lucky that you can show us the Alaska views that only we can dream of. Plan 2 was not disappointing. Waiting for the next episode. 👍👍🏍🏍🏍🙋‍♂️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes the US got quite the bargain out of this state! 😂 We're all good now and fully recovered! Thanks!

[@sonny1172]

Wow, that music and scenery brought tears to my eyes! What beauty.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@johnnyboy262]

I have been praying for your Safety while in Alaska from the wildlife, I never thought to pray for COVID-19 😳. I praise God you both came through it and that there will be no lingering affects 🙏🙏🙏💖

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thanks!

[@my4hvids]

I skip around watching your videos and see that you got Covid-19 while you were in Alaska. I had my first case of it lately. Glad you recovered well

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yep that was our one and only bout with it. Thanks for watching!

[@aolkeriil]

What an adventure guys. It's so beautiful. Love the nature. Be safe and stay well ✌

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@markwilson2699]

What a great time you had visiting Homer and the beautiful hikes and views (we all) took in with you. Hope, AK is such a beautiful place, would of never seen it had I not been here watching !!!!! Thxs.

[@mariamjehn7071]

Thank you precious loves!! I’m happy!!

[@10jdaugh]

You two are my favorite KZbinrs!! Hands down the best! Love what you do and it creates joy for me. Thank you for being you!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is a very kind comment! Thank you so much! We are lucky we get to do what we do!

[@sharonswink3234]

I loved the alternate hike the best, such a gorgeous lake!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a great plan B that maybe should've been plan A!

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

I L❤️VED the intro to this video…Kathryn yelling “I Love Alaska!” So much beauty…love the coastal towns…they look like what I think Alaska looks like! The coffee stand, tacos and EVERYTHING else was fabulous! I also loved your music choices and all of the history! I could go on and on…just love you three…you are so real and talented❣️😘❤️❤️❤️🐶🥰

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We'll be screaming it from the mountain tops before we leave here! We love sharing what we learn along the way!

[@amycuaresma]

Well Guys, I must admit as a lifelong Anchorage resident, I thoroughly approve of your representation of the Kenai Peninsula. I love hope, I have been whitewater rafting down Six Mile more times than I can count. You guys must be exhausted at the end of a day - you really packed a lot into a short amount of time. Homer is so fun. Did you happen to go to The Salty Dawg? Our family has a cabin on Halibut Cove...so I am excited to see where your next adventure lands you. I must admit, I have never eaten salmon skin. How was it? And don't feel bad, I don't really like any salmon except fresh reds (sockeye salmon). We are a bit of salmon snobs up here. Currently the silvers, or Coho Salmon, are starting to run on the Kenai. You guys maybe should just move to Alaska, we would welcome you with open arms! Thanks for supporting out local tourism industry. Will you be back through Anchorage? If you ever need a free place to park overnight - or a warm shower - we live on a large one-acre property in Sand Lake Area, with plenty of safe and quiet parking where you can rest uninterrupted. I am sorry you got COVID, I am an ER RN at Providence in Anchorage, let not meet there ok? Take care of yourself and safe travels...wherever you may be!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you Amy, that means a lot! We are definitely constantly exhausted, but so much to see and do! We did visit The Salty Dawg with some RVer friends a different day off camera, but as non-drinkers, it was more of just a "neat to see the dollar bills" stop for us. The salmon skin was really good! I love crispy skin on chicken, so it added the same type of feel for me. We definitely would love to live in Alaska if it wasn't so far from family, we have truly had the best time here. We appreciate the parking offer as well, Kathryn is flying out of Anchorage for a wedding this week, but I plan to hop back down to the Kenai Peninsula to fish while she is gone. And hopefully no ER visits for us!

[@MegansiCast]

The splotches on the lake make Skilak look like a different planet!

[@ronaldmak8823]

Yessss, Kathryn and Adam. Seward, Girdwood, and Hope!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Three of our favorite places!

[@TexasRoadrunners]

One of the best parts about Alaska is how dog friendly it is. I'm enjoying your videos, thanks for posting.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We love that too! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@bobyonker8642]

Glad you two are feeling better. We are loving you loving all your adventures in Alaska. Thanks again for a stellar video.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now, Bob! Thank you!

[@craftytraveler9238]

Thanks for another great video. Sorry you both were ill, glad you are feeling better. We love salmon too especially fresh. Be careful about feeding salmon to your dog it is fattier. My husband usually grills it outside. I thoroughly enjoy your hikes because I wouldn't be able to do them.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thankfully it didn’t affect us too much! It was only a minor setback. That salmon was delicious! Kona only got that little nibble. Thanks!

[@selenecopelin-bilko51]

I grew up in Sterling so it was really nice seeing this video of places that I used to see as a little kid and haven't seen in 25 years thank you

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisgoldsby4103]

So glad you are both well again and continuing your adventures with an another super and wonderful video!!! Thanks!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thank you!

[@robingastonia9192]

Wow, amazing. This is the way to see Alaska. Beautiful, I love your videos. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@annewhelan2437]

Beautiful job, the scenery is stunning and you guys are a great team. Just discovered your van tour and this lead me to your channel.. Lots of vids to watch and you are both really good communicators. I look forward to working my way through your journeys.👍

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@ConnieZDodd]

Wow how beautiful! I'm glad you got to do the second hike. Worth it for sure! Can't wait to see what's next!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That second hike totally made up for the miss before it! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@oelabed1]

I love road trips. And from all the travel channels on KZbin, yours is my favorites. Keep up the good work

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much!

[@Zookeeper101]

Ya'll making me homesick! Born and raised there, haven't been home in a few years but I'll never give up my home there!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

I wouldn't either if I were you! Thanks for watching!

[@northcarolinalee1441]

You guys are my inspiration and motivation life. God bless you both.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks for watching!

[@josephwilson4074]

Glad ur over covid and back to ur adventures! God bless and enjoy, thanks!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thanks!

[@gregprince2523]

wow and I mean wow!!! what a neat place!!

[@ronrose2322]

Love this series.

[@AaronPressman]

The drone shots in this video were particularly gorgeous. So well done. Sorry about the Covid and glad you made it to the Kenai Peninsula.

[@jasonburns9488]

Word on that 🤙🏽

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Our new drone made its debut in this video! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@donnaschilling7690]

Wow, it's all soooo beautiful!! We're so enjoying your trip!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Donna!

[@richardengelhardt582]

I'm from Minnesota where the summer bugs are, in my experience, much worse than in Alaska!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We totally agree with that so far from our experience!

[@kosanmr2]

Thank you for sharing your adventures - videos are well organized and tell us a great story! ty.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! That means a lot to us!

[@traildirt]

So happy to have discovered you two. Been binging on your adventures and have absolutely no regrets 😆. Love your channel, your honest take on your situations, and mostly your way of traveling. Not just about “van life” or “travel” for the sale of travel. You both have this rare quality about how you present your adventures that is just so lovable. My wife and I are grateful for your work and we thoroughly enjoy every second of your videos. Keep it up and stay uniquely you. We so enjoyed our latest trip to Redding area thanks in part to your Redding episode.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That means a lot to us! Thank you for that very kind comment! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great time in Redding!

[@HankMiner]

Bring back many great memories of my 30 days adventure by land and water in Alaska Jun/Jul 2022

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks for watching, Hank!

[@richardengelhardt582]

Hope isn't much changed since I first visited in 1971. Same charming vibe. Great local donation museum! Of course, beautiful scenery everywhere.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was sort of like going back in time and it was awesome!

[@williambrown1337]

loving the drone shots. great way to enhance your experience.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Our new drone made its debut in this video! Thanks!

[@judimoyer2671]

Glad you're feeling better! Absolutely beautiful! I think Alaska is the hidden gem of the US. Love the clips with Kona

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Alaska has been a dream trip come true! Thanks!

[@judithscott618]

Still loving your excellent videos. Just think how much fun you will have reliving these adventures in your old age......well when the number gets a lot bigger. I have a feeling you will still be on the go but this documentation is just stunning. Thank you for sharing with us and making me wish I was still there.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes we look forward to rewatching these with loved ones later down the line! Thank you!

[@90barns]

My mouth literally watered when I saw you guys eating those yummy fish tacos. Oh, I wish I was there with you guys enjoying that.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

They were outrageous!

[@kathyhepler382]

Gorgeous place. Beautiful video 📸📸. HOPE your feeling Better 🙂😘. Safe travels

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now! Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@Ostrom38]

You guys surprised me, going to Homer first and I am glad you did! Thanks for showing us and I am looking forward to your next adventure.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're extra excited to share the next handful of videos!

[@maryspiering1205]

Your Alaska adventure is so fantastic ! Have enjoyed every moment and can appreciate all the work you put into planning, researching, and recording so we can all enjoy it with you. So glad you are recovered from your illness and can adventure on ! Hugs from your Oregon Buddy !

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much, Mary! That means a lot to us! We're all good and healthy now!

[@MrfiX725]

Ooo, those halibut fish tacos looked GUUUUD!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

They were super GUUUUD!

[@afluna5417]

Another beautiful video! Tips from a chef when cooking salmon: season with soy sauce, pepper, bit of salt. Cover with pesto paste. Cook and Enjoy!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ooooo thanks for the tip! I'll try that on my last piece!

[@kimprocarione5473]

I met a couple from Homer while in Arizona! Newly retired snowbirds. Amazing people! I guess they had known Bob Wells from before hie nomad life began! I'm excited to see where they are from! 🎉

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

How cool!

[@yongyos2004]

Wish you both recovery from Covid as soon as possible.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're all good now! Thank you!

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Adventurers😊😊😊, this was an AWESOME watch hiking those scenic trails. The views are absolutely amazing. Now, you guys still won't share those delicious fish tacos...not fair! I'm Looking forward to your next Alaska adventure where board a boat. I can't wait for that! OUTSTANDING VIDEO👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ooooweee those tacos were delish! Skilak Lake was a treat for the eyes! Thanks, Al!

[@MajorAddiction]

Glad y'all are doing better.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

All good now, thank you!

[@hedycohen9804]

Glad you are feeling better. Yum fresh salmon and halibut fish tacos. Doesn't seem like you can take a wrong turn in Alaska when it comes to the views. Thanks for another great video.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

No wrong turns here! That's right!

[@shiladityabanerjee115]

Your videos are so uplifting. Great locations guys, lucky y'all

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are very very lucky! Thank you!

[@jpadicecoffee9812]

great effort on drone footage at Palmer trail and the Skilak view is what I imagine Alaska to be. Want the fish taco

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! This was our new drone's debut!

[@amerrickanhoney]

Beautiful video! My Aunt lives along the Sterling Highway near Cooper Landing overlooking Kenai Lake. I visited once when I was 8, but would love to go back. Glad you got to enjoy that part of the state!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is a gorgeous area! We can't wait to go back again one day!

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Fantastic as usual! Can’t believe you two are out hiking mountains so soon after COVID.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Luckily it was a minor case! Thank you!

[@shannoninalaska]

Watching your channel so I can get ideas on where to go on weekends now. 😄

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're glad we could help! Get out to Hatcher Pass if you haven't been!

[@debrabalawajder2617]

Sorry you got Covid and had to put a “delay” on the itinerary. You’re doing an excellent job of sharing the amazing scenery; we enjoy watching your posts together. I enjoy reading a lot of the other comments, too!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ya it was a bummer, but thankfully only a minor set back! Thank you so much!

[@eprohoda]

Hiya!!mr~ love itf!antastic sharing- farewell.

[@angelarodriguez4116]

Wow! I’d love to check out Hope on my next visit to Alaska! Glad you guys are on the mend. So glad I found your channel! I loved your NH videos… my home state! 🙌🏻

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s a must stop if you ask us. Thanks and thanks for watching! ❤️

[@karenk2160]

Sorry to hear that you got COVID - but thankfully you recovered well and are ready for new adventures! Just gorgeous views on those hikes!!💕💕

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Good as new now thank you!

[@berkandrem]

Another awesome video! Looking forward to the next adventure!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're excited to share more!

[@jamiewalters4]

LOVE IT! Another awesome episode. So jealous.... want to be there too!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Jamie!

[@sandrafinney9925]

Awesome video and gorgeous views!! The hikes were Beautiful and the water and seal was gorgeous.The fish tacos looked delicious.I love halibut.Im so enjoying the Alaska videos.Cant wait to the next videos.Im so sorry yall got covid but happy yall are better.Stay safe my friends...

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're extra excited to share the handful of next videos! We're all recovered from being sick now thankfully! Thank you!

[@biddierepellent]

At this point I literally look forward to the dancing scenes. 😂

[@leightonoc]

Great videos! I just missed you in Hope. I’m on a 300 day trip in my Jeep and have been up in Alaska and Canada for about a month now. Heading back down to the lower 48 in a couple days. I left Massachusetts June 6 to help the homeless in 50 cities in North America. Keep up the great work!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Wow that is awesome! We hope you had a great trip! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@leightonoc]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Thank you! Seven more months to go on my trip. Be back in Massachusetts the end of February.

[@timbryant5514]

Another awesome video! Thank you for sharing. Never made it to Hope or Homer during our time in AK. Was great to see it.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're happy we can share! Thanks for watching!

[@sheafan1971]

Another Awesome video from Alaska, Hope you both feel better.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're all good now thanks!

[@annvarley9204]

I just found your Alaska travel vids! So much fun, information and enthusiasm! Thank you. I'm headed up there next month July 2023, with emphasis on Denali, Seward and Brooks Falls!!! It's my 2nd trip and I'm determined to do everything I missed last time. BTW, I love your Oakleys!!!!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Awesome! We hope you have a great time! Kathryn has had the Oakleys for so long and still loves them!

[@garybryansjr6054]

Nice job. Thanks for videos

[@kelvinyschun]

Awesome video... what an experience in Alaska... many driving hours ... but worth the journey!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The hours fly by when the scenery is gorgeous everywhere you go!

[@kelvinyschun]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Driving and living the experience is so much better than a cruise ship. You feel the experience rather than looking from a far away ship. Maybe the future will develop a portal to just walk through and be there like a Star Trek transporter.

[@javiervega3238]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing with us your adventure. What I like the most is your positive attitude and your good mood. You are great. I went to Alaska with my family in 2016 and that trip was insane. I love Alaska. Please consider Harding Icefield Trailhead. It´s one the best hikes I have ever done in my whole life

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for your comment. That means a lot to us! We hiked the Harding Icefield...stay tuned for that!

[@wellsonwheels457]

Salmon is my favorite to cook. So quick 5in side or less!!! Salt pepper n little butter

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yum!

[@nextchapteradventurewithjo3475]

You're both living the dream we hope to realize some day now that we're empty nesters 🙂 Thanks for sharing your journey! Best wishes from Johnny & Shauna in Ohio!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@lynnnorthrup8914]

Sorry that you got Covid! Thank you for another wonderful video highlighting you Alaskan adventure. The halibut tacos looked tasty. The same towns have so much character. Thanks again for sharing. Make me want to make the journey.😀😀😀😀😀

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We can highly recommend the journey! We hope you can! Thank you! We are fully recovered now

[@RoadLessTraveledWI]

Great video. You guys have been inspirational to us!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@courtneykappel370]

I enjoyed seeing both Skilak Lake and Homer. Thank you! Are you warming up to seafood more through your travels? Those Halibut and Rockfish tacos looked delicious! Kudos for another wonderful video!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

I'm so proud of Kathryn! She is really warming up to it! She'll definitely still choose a good steak over any seafood, but she has really branched out and tried lots of seafood! Thanks!

[@sherbjorn]

Hi, just started following you guys, appreciate the videography, amazing destinations and also history / stories of the area. Thanks for sharing!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@tacrewgirl]

Happy that you're recovered from Covid. Hope you were able to get a hotel or Airbnb to have more space while sick. Wow, you went to Palmer Lakes Trail. Many locals don't even know about that trail. Sorry that it was cloudy at Slaughter Ridge. The photos from the top are amazing. Looks like you too are having quite the adventure with your salmon, halibut, and hikes. If you thought that otter was cute, wait until you get to Seward. They have LOTS of them there. No idea how you've missed the mosquitoes but they are abundant and around. You've been very lucky! Happy travels!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are fully recovered now thank you! We hunkered down in the van at a campground until our quarantine days were up! Palmer Lakes was amazing! I was bummed to miss out on Slaughter Ridge, but Skilak Lake made up for it! We saw tons of wildlife on our boat tour we took from Seward! Can't wait to share that video soon Ya we really haven't been bothered by the mosquitos some how!

[@michaelbecnel63]

Spectacular...

[@barbaramcnaney3247]

I love salmon but I don’t eat the skin. What a wonderful adventure you are on. I love the beauty of the state. Thank you for sharing all the scenery.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The skin has the highest concentration of omega-3s in the whole fish. Omega-3s are great for your skin, brain, heart, and eyes. Plus, your body can’t produce omega-3s. When cooking with the skin on it also helps keep other nutrients in the fish instead of losing it in the pan. Wild caught Pacific salmon is considered some of the least contained salmon so the skin should be safe to eat compared to other areas salmon are caught. I can understand that concern. Our Alaska trip has been a dream come true! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@barbaramcnaney3247]

@@AdventuresofAplusK I do cook with the skin on but haven’t been able to bring myself to eat the skin. Maybe I will get brave sometime! I always try to get wild caught but I think most restaurants have farm fed.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

I haven’t had a ton of salmon so I just thought everyone ate the skin 😂 I thought it was normal. I didn’t know that about which restaurants serve, but that doesn’t surprise me

[@mbrooks5555]

Another part of Alaska I now want to visit - thanks for sharing! Those fish tacos looked scrumptious! Also, once you have super-fresh salmon like you made, it's incredibly hard to eat it any other way. I can still taste the grilled salmon from when I was there - caught, grilled, and eaten within an hour. BTW, love your drone shots! Even though it's probably not capturing the full experience of what you're seeing in person, it certainly helps us see the true majesty and splendor of Alaska - thanks again!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ya you can't beat the freshness of that salmon. It was so good. I have one more piece in the freezer. I'm curious how different it'll be. Still good I'm sure! This video was our new drone's debut! We love using the drone when we can! We love the perspective it gives also! Thank you!

[@steveblankenship5474]

The Kenai was also my favorite when visiting Alaska. In Homer I caught two 50 lb halibut on my last day there and I was able to have the fish cut and taken home on the plane. A warning about Turnagain Arm around Hope. The waters there have the second highest tides in the world and do not venture off from the road like beachcombers. When I was there just a day before a woman got stuck walking out and couldn’t be pulled out in time by onlookers and drowned.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Wow that’s quite a haul! That is scary and sad! We didn’t venture too far out there. We heeded the warning signs about the terrain. That is sad and unfortunate about that woman

[@cwil7252]

Oi. Covid while traveling is the worst! My vacay ended after we came down with it on day 2. I'm still struggling with it almost a month later. I'm glad y'all rebounded quickly and were able to get back to adventuring... such beautiful places this week! Man that lake was amazing!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes it wasn't ideal, but thankfully it was just a minor inconvenience! We hope you feel better soon! Thank you!

[@kimfrommn7162]

I love Alaska!! Been up there four times!! The only time fishing was out Homer, I caught a108 pd Halibut!!! His name was Freddy, I started calling for Freddy about 30 minutes before I caught him!!!! Four of us went up that time, my spouse, my brother and sister in law !!! We had split the Halibut up and we had enough to feed all of our friends that summer!! It was great!! They would call us over, all we had to do was bring our package of Halibut over, they made it their way and we got to eat it!!!! You cannot describe Alaska to its real attributes!!! The people are so very friendly up there, pictures still don't show the beauty you see by actually being up there, and wherever you go, you can do a 360 deg and it's beautiful all the way around!!! They seem to mention that quite often!!! Great Videos showing off our 49th State!!!!! 🤗♥️🙏🏼

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh wow! What a deal that is! You're right...everyone has been very friendly here and the scenery never ends or gets old! It's been a dream trip! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@donyagura6971]

If you haven’t spent any time in Girdwood yet, do so on a future visit. Another quaint town, with good eating places.

[@Kind_Traditions]

WOW! Nice 🌮 taco 🌮 find!

[@deannawehrli559]

Y’all are helping me plan my trip. We are going to Alaska in sept. Y’all are doing the route that we are planning to do.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Awesome! Most of our Alaska videos will be out by then! We hope y'all have a great trip!