Alaska Jet Ski & Helicopter Tours to Glaciers, Adventures in Whittier & Anchorage | Go North Ep 16

Alaska Jet Ski & Helicopter Tours to Glaciers, Adventures in Whittier & Anchorage | Go North Ep 16
Jet Ski to Glaciers & Helicopter in Chugach Mountains
Episode 16 takes us to Whittier Alaska where we explore the towns living arrangements in the Begich Towers then go Jet Skiing to Glaciers in Blackstone Bay.
Whittier is only accessible by air, water, or the one way tunnel that shares traffic with a train. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel (aka the Whittier Tunnel) is a rough rock tunnel that is the only ground access to the city and until the early 2000's this tunnel was for trains only. Each end of the tunnel has long waiting areas where traffic lines up, and if no trains come street vehicles are allowed through the tunnel each half hour after the tunnel has cleared from opposing traffic.
We then head over to Anchorage first with a stop in Turnagain Arm to watch the Alaska bore tide surfers. In Anchorage a friend took us for a ride in a Robinson R44 helicopter into Alaska's Chugach Mountains all the way up to Lake George. Bob Kaufman spoke with us about life in Alaska before we head further north and get our first, but not last glimpse of the Aurora Borealis aka Northern Lights in Alaska.
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[@GoTerry]

that Dog broke my heart.... as it is a well known fact that dogs are better than most people. So it helps to think about the hike

[@catman8670]

Just beautiful! ❤️

[@steveisaacson7627]

I will be very sad to see the Go North Series completed. I've enjoy each moment!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Aww thanks Steve! We have a few more episodes left :)

[@tomaustin4526]

Amazing beauty 😊👍❤️🚌🎥🎈🎶🌎 thanks for sharing and safe travels

[@jiminalaska]

Worked in Whittier for the summer. Charlie and Dani are great guides. My truck is in your video. Glad you got to see Whittier. Nice small town.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Aewsome! Yes they are and we did enjoy Whittier. Would visit again for sure :)

[@jimp1941]

It's even more interesting to ride a motorcycle through the Whittier Tunnel. They make us go last because, if we fall, the cars can't see us, they said. The two big fans in there make it even more memorable. Your excellent video brings back some memories, to say the least.

[@MortonsontheMove]

That is very interesting! I had not thought of that.

[@jaywalker4127]

Another beautiful Vlog .

[@bradmack8953]

Alaska, it's a long way from Washington DC. That's why people live there.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Lol! There is something to that, there was definitely a different way of thinking up there.

[@TheTracystella]

I have missed you guys! I hope you are well. Wow! Parts of this video brought tears to my eyes...so much beauty! I was immersed in your adventure and felt your joy! As always thank you so much for sharing.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks Tracy, I am so glad you enjoyed it.

[@iamGC_PlantNation_Earth]

You guys are by far the most informative and adventurous couple i have seen on Rvs.pls keep share the nice videos, and its unfortunate to see lesser subscribers of your KZbin channel, deserve far more then better. All the best

[@johnmccaffery5186]

Really enjoyed all your guys videos excellent work! More more!

[@RVgeeks]

That was surely the most epic first helicopter ride anyone's ever had!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Lol, it doesent get much better than that.

[@catman8670]

Being able to fly helicopters and small planes would be a great way to make a living in the far north! ❤️

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

Glad you’re back! What an amazing adventure!!!🙌🏽🙌🏽😊

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks!

[@wanderingrocky1858]

Excellent filming. Stunning views.

[@marianaranjo8156]

excellent videos !!! thank you !!!!

[@41GarageandGrill]

What a great series!

[@jon.landry47]

Absolutly beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@SmoreCampingwiththeSchraggs]

So beautiful!!! New Subscribers here. Cant wait to catch up on the other videos.

[@onthai4946]

wow! Amazing!!!!

[@mannyk291]

What an incredible place to go....... you guys do such an excellent job at sharing the best experience’s in your video’s....... thanks for showing us how great Alaska is!

[@52Tracker]

Incredible! Loved your drone metaphor...perfect!

[@jerrydaminato743]

OMG. So awesome. Thanks 🙏

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

BREATHTAKING BEAUTY !

[@davidroth6704]

Outstanding, and beautiful. Wow

[@darrellwells6685]

Awesome way of life

[@philiptarnaski1667]

Thanks for sharing your travels!👍

[@gmac9956]

Just wow. That chopper ride looked incredible.

[@steveharkins279]

Once you get home [as it was for me], it probably won’t feel like it is home. Your just,,here. It’s hard to describe after experiencing so much silence.

[@bobneedham6224]

Great video

[@jameshodgins1937]

You guys have such a good time. I am glad you are sharing your adventures.

[@sandrafatland2843]

So beautiful!

[@tonygreen4285]

This one was so good, I couldn’t just Watch it once.

[@sandym4875]

Beautiful!!! Alaska is on our bucket list. Thanks for such a professional video!

[@jodymooney255]

Incredible footage in the helicopter! Amazing job guys!

[@lueri5659]

Best video yet!!! Makes me want to go back again and see more!!! Great views, experience and editing!!! Thanks

[@emersonkk33]

Merry Christmas Tom and Cait. 🎄 God bless you two and I appreciate all your videos and look forward to your every post.

[@MortonsontheMove]

:) Thanks Kirk

[@kenpeterson327]

I envy you guys. this is also on my bucket list!!

[@EverythingRVbyPat]

Been missing your videos. I can't wait for each episode. So envious of your trip. Can't wait to see how it all ended. All the best, Pat

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks Pat!

[@cumminsdieselgt]

Awesome episode, as usual! Thanks for sharing your talents and adventures!

[@donjohnston3776]

Super video, your best yet in my opinion. Great storytelling!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks Don!

[@ionecuff6323]

I fell in love with Alaska when I was there, but I didn't get to see all that I was hoping to see. Thank you for fulfilling my dreams and going to all the places I wanted to see. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, you two do amazing and awesome photography. Thank you again!!

[@MortonsontheMove]

:) Aww thanks. Glad you were able to see some of AK tho. It's worth it!

[@vijayabalaji4499]

One word "Wow"

[@peterpope7582]

Your discussion on Kokonee salmon brought back memories of 1963 fishing on Chambers lake in Colorado just west of Fort Collins. Chambers lake has been a hatchery release for Kokonee salmon and lake trout for 60 years or longer. When you finish this adventure you should make Chambers lake one of your destinations. The entire area is absolutely gorgeous.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Awesome!

[@cderekgowilken9251]

By far the most interesting KZbin video EVER!

[@randylee2050]

What a awesome adventure love the jet ski ride all of it is great Also love your how you put it all together

[@stevelandsberg6951]

... your recording and editing skills shine in each production... thanks for sharing ~ S

[@wellsonwheels457]

How incredible was this?!!! Helicopter 🚁 is like taking a ride in your drone!!! Your videos are worth the wait!! Thank you for sharing your journey in such incredible videos! I KNOW this takes many hours of hard work! Its much appreciated

[@MortonsontheMove]

Aww thanks for the support!

[@johnelliott8971]

Another awesome episode!

[@GamerplayerWT]

Many live in Alaska until the winter hits. Then you have so little sunlight and such cold temps that many over-winter in the lower 48.

[@MortonsontheMove]

I can understand why!

[@johnnylightning1491]

Crazy, crazy cool things. I'll never get my wife in a helicopter, but that doesn't mean I can't go. Thanks for the vicarious adventure.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Ha! Very true:)

[@Gr8LakesCamper]

The most difficult part of this whole trip must have been the editing. I can't imagine how much wonderful footage didn't make the cut!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Ha! You got it :) we have about 12TB of footage and probably only 500GB will be used.

[@TSinRM]

Awesome video Kate and Tom! The videography, narration and music were all top notch.

[@jwrappuhn71]

Awesome vid guys.

[@bradwilliamsphoto]

If you ever fly in a helicopter again, bring a lapel mic and put it in the headphone between the speaker and your ear. Easy way to capture the audio from the flight.

[@MortonsontheMove]

That's a great idea!

[@davidmcconnell8690]

Excellent. :-)) :-)))

[@SylvainsShipyard]

Sooo sooo niiice!

[@JHA6100]

💚Love the video, education, and experiences. Appreciate your efforts & contributions.

[@MortonsontheMove]

:) Were glad you enjoyed it !

[@CaDi_leE]

My dream!!

[@warrenscorner]

Well that was certainly worth the wait!

[@allanwarmflash5165]

just great pics and vids well done safe travels

[@SergeCousineau]

Amazing Alaska ! Great capture and editing ! Always a pleasure to look at your videos. ATB Hélène et Serge 💑 👍😉🏔🎥

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks guys!

[@AdventurousWay]

Another excellent episode! I (Diana) have been in a helicopter just once, but I would love to go again! Especially to such beautiful places as in this video.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks guys! After that experience I don't think that will be our last helicopter ride :)

[@DavidGarcia-zw5ly]

Man you guy's have the best life i wish i could do what your doing i want to go to Alaska so bad

[@laurawgarts]

Wonderful video, as always. So many more things and places to add to my list when we take our motor home to Alaska in Summer of 2021! Not sure if we will fit through that tunnel at Whittier though - will make the trip in our tow vehicle! :-)

[@MortonsontheMove]

That's not a bad idea, lots of people do that!

[@Rvlove]

Wonderful! What incredible adventures on the jet ski and helicopter. Just WOW! I was wondering what kind of camera Tom was brave enough to take out there on the Jet Ski! Gorgeous scenery right by the glaciers and on the heli ride... also enjoyed the interview with the pilot...he had some great insights as to why people live in Alaska. Another amazing video guys - looking forward to more of those Northern Lights! Keep on being awesome!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Aww thanks guys! We took 2 gopros, a phone and the Sony cx900 on the jetskiis,. Our A camera did not go for sure!

[@Rvlove]

Thanks!

[@dwhite1282]

I live in Fairbanks and I’ve been to Whittier. It’s pretty cool but I don’t like the fact that they lock the doors of the tunnel at 21:30 and you have to wait till the morning to leave...it’s like something out of a horror movie

[@MortonsontheMove]

Lol, very true.

[@bobshaw4063]

What a fantastic vlog . You were so fortunate tofly in a helicopter . Does Bob own the helicopter ? Decades agomwhile on an Alaskan cruise I got to fly through the Misty Fjords on a Sea Plane from the harbor in Ketchican . It was great being able to see Alaska from the Air . During the flight the pilot landed in a mountain top lake & he got out and stood on one of the pontoons to eat his lunch & so did I to take pictures & video w/my Sony 8mm camcorder . Before we took off I got to sit up front in the right seat w/the pilot . It was scary while the plane was getting up speed to take off the plane kept getting closer & closer to the end of the lake I didn't think the plane was going to clear the tops of the trees at the end of the lake my heart was in my throat I was so scared it seemed like the plane wasn't going to clear the tree tops but it did luckily . We all had headsets on like ya's did in the helicopter . The plane was an old single engine De Havilland . Also while in Juneau the group went on a morning whale watch in a jet powered boat w/o propellers so none of the sea life was harmed . It was foggy & exciting . In the afternoon that day the group we were suppose to fly on a helicopter that afternoon toa Glacier but the fog never cleared so all flying was cancelled for the day . The helicopter was suppose to land us on the glacier to walk around w/a guide in heavy jackets & other gear . I was so bummed out not getting to do it . I was told it's an experience that I would've remembered for the rest of my life .

[@greygoose4x46]

It’s been forever since your last post ! That was an awesome episode

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks! Yea we had lots of trouble with this one including getting crazy sick and loosing my voice for 2 weeks which doesent make narration easy :/

[@greygoose4x46]

Mortons on the Move glad you guys are back up and running ! Merry Christmas

[@auroranite]

Loved this episode. Interview with pilot was really enjoyable. Thank you for getting his perspective. Caitlin will you share tge brand of sunglasses you’re wearing with blue lens? look great👍

[@ShellymanStudios]

I'm thinking about going to Alaska next summer for a summer job.

[@MortonsontheMove]

That's a great way to experience it!

[@rolaro100]

Guys I am not sure I like your videos....... since I start listening to them all I think about is to get myself a Camper truck and leave for Alaska.......😁 Congratulations, I am retiring in a year and know know where will be my first destination!, so thanks for doing a specially high quality video series like no others did so far! Enjoy Roger from Montreal, Quebec Canada 🇨🇦

[@TheHungryCubanAdventures]

Another great job. Really enjoyed the scenery. Hope to see you in Tampa.

[@TravelswithYoly]

I listened to your interview closely as I really wanted to learn about the differences between living in Alaska versus the lower 48. I found it interesting yet can't understand why you didn't ask the most prevalent question anyone who hasn't been there would want to know ...... how do you adjust to the relatively extreme winters ? All the talk about wonderful outdoor adventures but I'd would have liked to hear about the actual length of that season ? I was born and raised in a place that has snow on the ground 6 months of the year and could never do that again no matter how wonderful the potential.

[@MortonsontheMove]

We interviewed for an hour and did talk about that. His interview was great and I hope to put it together for a long form video eventually :)

[@ShajiCee]

Really nice and you upped the ante with very good science class with animation 😁👌👏👏

[@MortonsontheMove]

Glad you enjoyed that!

[@rickpierce475]

Hello Mortons, I really enjoy much of your adventures. I was originally drawn to your channel through your detailed installation of your PV and Tesla battery installations. Now that it has been some time, and you've spent time with your current northern adventure, I am curious whether you would consider the Tesla installation again, or if you would choose/recommend the Battleborn batteries instead. My wife and I are prepping to purchase a trailer or small 5th wheel and do plenty of travelling, and do so on the cheap. We would greatly appreciate and respect your input and suggestions. Thanks, Rick P

[@MortonsontheMove]

It really depends on your needs and experience level, the Tesla's are cost effective, but challenging to safely operate . We love the drop in and safety of the BB. Personally I would stick with the BB's unless you need enormous power in a tight space and have the knowhow to safely install them.

[@LivingTheRVLocaLife]

cant wait till we go in may so looking forward to seeing Alaska can I ask you when you caught the northern lights we was wondering when and where you did it

[@WDG993]

Who is the løser that does not like this video ? Feed him to the bears !

[@MortonsontheMove]

:) Lol, Thanks DV

[@Rvlove]

We were thinking the same thing! (4)

[@kenaidog6974]

The tunnel opened to vehicle traffic in 2000. Before that vehicles were put on train cars. Green Peace blocked the opening and gave up in the first hour of protest.

[@larryburnell7913]

It wouldn't let me get to where I could enter the sweepstakes!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Seems to have been an issue on mobile, there is not a button that will take you to a mobile friendly site.

[@wilderrick2042]

Just wanted to ask a quick question, could you possibly tell me when your new TV series start and what network?😁

[@chellecoffee7459]

Awesome video! We are going to Alaska in 6 months and will be there all summer! We really want to see the northern lights. What was the date you saw the lights? We want to be sure to stay long enough into fall. Thank you!

[@MortonsontheMove]

That was near the first of September... Basically any time there is darkness and your far enough north you can see them. They are active all year and all day, but if just needs to be dark.

[@raymondschneider5217]

Oh, my goodness, Tom and Cait, what a production!!! Seems everyone gets better and better with more and more sights to see and things to do! You guys are the best: ya' rock! Ques: How's the truck/camper holding up? Any changes you'd make? How's the solar system working? Keep up the GREAT work and Y'all Be Safe!

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks Raymond! We're going to try and wrap up the series then cover these topics in some follow up vids.

[@francoispanneton609]

Great video as usual guys. Small comment (constructive I hope...) concerning the soundtrack. The imbalance level of the music vs. narration makes it difficult to find a good compromise. The music is too loud compared to the narration. Thank you.

[@pegwhite6533]

Francois Panneton We agree! We’re older so when we turned the TV up enough to easily hear the narration the music nearly blasted us out of our chairs!

[@kenpeterson327]

By any chance will you be at the RV show in Houston?

[@MortonsontheMove]

No we will be at the Rvillage rally they weekend.

[@jimp1941]

Hard to say what is your "best" video but this one could be it. Thank you! Quick question: Which drone did you use?

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks Jim! We had both a phantom 4 pro and magic pro with us. The phantom 4 is my preferred for image quality but the magic is hard to beat for flexibility

[@charlesmetherd9136]

Awesome adventure. What did it cost you to go through that tunnel?

[@MortonsontheMove]

We fell into class A so $13 that was both directions as they only have tolls on the way in (since there is no other way out :)

[@charlesmetherd9136]

Also I think it's interesting they are charging school buses and government vehicles.(I'm a retired school bus driver).

[@ScottVenier]

When you get to a wrap up video, could you address how it was not being able to sit up in bed for so long? How long did it take to adjust and not bump your head every morning?

[@MortonsontheMove]

Ha! will do.

[@harold1316]

Love your videos but why so far apart

[@MortonsontheMove]

Thanks! It takes 60-80 hrs editing for an episode like this, and unfortunately I got crazy sick halfway through this edit and couldent narrate. Just life!

[@normnilsson7208]

when did you get the truck camper ?

[@MortonsontheMove]

We were in it for the whole summer.

[@lindasimcoe5836]

Do you have coordinates or directions to your boondocking spot in Whittier?

[@MortonsontheMove]

we were just at the end of shotgun road, but it was a construction site, not sure its there anymore

[@seand5517]

wow where is the shot in the beginning of the video at 00:20?

[@MortonsontheMove]

Marathon mountain Seward.

[@coloradonative4997]

One month between videos? I would have thought Alaska had more to see.

[@MortonsontheMove]

More to come!

[@jmccracken491]

You probably never do but I think you should thank the LORD everyday for what he has allowed you to see. After all he is the CREATOR of it all. It is his and only his he just allows us to enjoy it. GENESIS Chapter 1 Verse 1 . In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. So that proves it is his and he has full ownership. Enjoy your journeys but give the LORD his due credit.

[@beyondhorizons9758]

Great video, but - if you are going to complain about glaciers retreating, maybe you should skip your CO2 spewing jet ski / helicopter "adventure" - and, perhaps, your incredibly "climate change" unfriendly 4x4 truck - just saying.

[@wilderrick2042]

Just wanted to ask a quick question, could you possibly tell me when your new TV series start and what network?😁

[@MortonsontheMove]

Hey Wil, the show is on the discovery channel Sunday mornings called the RVers. Will start airing on PBS this spring too and is available now on Amazon and Google play! :) www.thervers.tv/