Here is the story of our times log rafting on the Yukon River, with our friends Neil and Lauro Eklund. An adventure 14 years in the making . Hope you enjoy it. Dave Whipple
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@rickharter3066 Жыл бұрын
Im disabled and watch a lot of outdoors videos on KZbin including yours and Brooks, Partially to live vicariously and partially to motivate myself. Of all the videos i have seem over the last few years, this is by far the most awesome. This is my dream. Thank you.
@atsushiikeda68823 жыл бұрын
First of all I have to say big thanks to you. I found this video about two weeks ago. Incredibly, I found myself 20 years ago in this video. I am the Japanese with black hair in the past two minutes. I was there exactly!! It’s my first solo adventure that kayaking Yukon. I could clearly remember my precious memories in this video. I appreciate you made this video. And thank you so much for Neil and your family. I had good sleep on raft cabin at that time. One more appreciate to you guys from Japan.
@FJB88852 жыл бұрын
The best to you and yours from America.
@larrysanxter63432 жыл бұрын
Dear Dave and Brooke, I have watched this raft trip several times and each experience is so entertaining and enriching. I was 77 on 12/27/21 and am still very spiritually vibrant. However, severe orthroartritis handicaps me such that my former normal adventures are mostly verboten. Thus, I very much vicariously enjoy every video you both produce. Just 10 years ago I was able to engage in all the exhiIariating activities I witness you doing. I ask not for any pity but joy that I so enjoy your wonderful visual productions. Thank and bless you and your wonderful son and daughter so much for the gifts you have given me. Blessings, Larry ductions. I cariously
@lynnoaks788411 ай бұрын
I have watched this several times. Never fails to make me smile.
@barbsteward51664 жыл бұрын
Dave, I’m a 76 year old lady sitting here thinking “I want to do this”. God has blessed you greatly.
@brendariley36033 жыл бұрын
Agree! I am 70!
@brendariley36033 жыл бұрын
Love the way you narrate.Brook send me a pie! What a great adventure!
@centauri94582 жыл бұрын
I think you ladies should do it. I see it's been a year so I hope you already have.
@b-radfrommalibu27022 жыл бұрын
@@centauri9458 same here. Hope they have as well.
@centauri94582 жыл бұрын
@@b-radfrommalibu2702 it's good for people to live their dreams no matter what age. I have a dream of taking an old boat I have that needs alot of work down to the Gulf Of Mexico. It's 490 miles down river from me, takes about 4 or 5 days one way. Would be an adventure. Great thing about my boat is that it's aluminum and light at 24 feet it's only about 900 pounds and trailerable. So My Uncle said he would drag my trailer down to Mobile or Gulf Shores and pick up me and the boat if I would like. But 10 days on the water doesn't sound so bad. Another good thing I have a four stroke outboard for it so good fuel mileage. Unlike the 2 stroke on it now.
@jimmiedore78883 жыл бұрын
Great story teller. What a life you live. Love "Girl in the woods"
@charoletlewis73516 жыл бұрын
At the end of your documentary I was wishing that I had grown up in Alaska. What a wonderful wonderful thing rolling down the river on a raft. With your voice, you should be speaking and doing documentaries all the time. Thoroughly enjoyed thanks!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Charolet. I enjoy narrating for sure.
@scotted31406 жыл бұрын
You are a very good story teller.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott.
@cuttheknot47815 жыл бұрын
What an amazing story. It is so refreshing to see great people doing great things, all the while making great memories. I can speak for all of us here in KZbin land when I say - we wish we were there with you all. Thank you, Dave. You are an exemplary narrator/story teller.
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Thanks CTK!
@domn4154 жыл бұрын
What an absolutely amazing adventure!!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us all!!!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@gatorflea2788 Жыл бұрын
It's 2023 now and this video is awesome to see in 23 ! Those youngins had the time of their lives I'm sure !
@alannickelson95653 жыл бұрын
A tale long in making, big smiles, pies and dogs. One river, some logs and a dream long on hold. All in all, damn well told.
@sandimatthews57034 жыл бұрын
You have a gift for storytelling! Love your videos and your lovely girl in the woods videos! You are my favorite you tubers! ❤️ So very sorry to hear of Brookes brother passing. Prayers for you all. 🙏🏻 I am a fellow Michigander. Looking forward to your trip back to the UP property. There’s healing in the Forest. May God bless you and comfort you all.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sandi. We both appreciate that
@mcmc84966 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dave for letting us be a part of the dream!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@SparksofOhio Жыл бұрын
Dave, this was probably my favorite video you’ve ever posted on your channel. Those memories you created with your family and friends will last a lifetime. Life at its best my friend. ❤️✌️😎
@melaniem13386 жыл бұрын
Your story telling is captivating. The memories shared are so much appreciated. Wish I were 21 and could start over, as this would be my dream. Thank you again for a glimpse of an extraordinary time.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks Melanie.
@TheSabinewalkden4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing opportunity to have your dream come true! An amazing video and so beautifully told. Thank you so much.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@michaelcondon85104 жыл бұрын
Wonderful story; the river, the raft, the sunsets, the friendships, and most of all, the wonderfulness it is to live out your dream.
@nathaliebernard66202 жыл бұрын
I'm so thankfull for you and Brooke sharing amazing wonderfull stuff , you guys are so generous . thanks a million . J'ai le sourire fendu d'une oreille à l'autre et le coeur léger chaque fois que je vous suit MERCI !
@cynthiashaw96682 жыл бұрын
Dave...I love the older pictures! Man I love u two! I've never seen two people so FULL in my life! As in whole!
@klawockkidd34266 жыл бұрын
That tugs at my heartstrings. I can feel the Call of the Wild. Thank you for sharing your story.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks KK.
@frankbennett36763 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved the story. Didn't want it to end. Thank you
@donaldbonack67864 жыл бұрын
Dave, what a very good time I had with you and the guys and also Brooke, GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@thecrew7773 жыл бұрын
Amazing time, amazing dream, amazing people. Thank you for sharing it.
@DanoLXF6 жыл бұрын
You guys lead a truly blessed life! Thanks once again for sharing Dave.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dano!
@therealgirlinthewoods6 жыл бұрын
LOVE this! Oh the memories! Can't wait to do it again babe....
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Me too!!
@alaskalograft5 жыл бұрын
Got a raft built now, waiting at the bridge. Seeing this video again tells me to "throw lines" (Joe) and head down river. Great job Dave! Missing you guys. B great to have you along again!
@brianbirc4 жыл бұрын
Need some big logs '? I donated a few I saw on his raft.
@briankleinkopf85574 жыл бұрын
I just seen this float video, OMG!! wat a good time, Loved Fred! awesome... Yur Blessed!!!
@diggahrockhounder64284 жыл бұрын
Great video guys! Would love to do this, bucket list stuff right there!
@deniecedonnafield47493 жыл бұрын
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Not too many voices keep me glued to my chair....
@larrysherk4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful tale of human dreams and human adventure. That is what life is made of.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@jacquelynhill15983 жыл бұрын
What an adventure! Good job. Thank you for a memorable, one-of-a-kind lifestyle adventure I hadn’t even imaged. You and Brooke are a great team, so much fun to watch. Neil (sp?) has to be a true pioneer: digging out Mammoth tusks in the Boneyard? Epic!!!!!
@glendasprague33344 жыл бұрын
You are a great story teller. Love this adventure.
@georgettewood88945 жыл бұрын
Before my husband passed we were so fortune to be blessed. With the northern lights which I never since seen them, but my memories I hold very close and dear. What a voyage you all had as a family.
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@user-to1to7ck8v2 ай бұрын
What an awesome adventure you've had. I have often yearned for an adventure such as this so I throughly enjoyed watching this 👍 thanks so much for sharing ❤
@christinemanning64613 жыл бұрын
What an amazing story!! You all looked like you had a wonderful time. It put a smile on my face, and hopes for a better tomorrow. Thank you for sharing. Chris from Massachusetts.
@robertalexander99314 жыл бұрын
I remember watching that show. I would have loved to have done that. Sometimes I think I missed my time in history. What a wonderful adventure.
@krishanson16392 жыл бұрын
You tube needs a love icon! I just love this. I will watch it again. Thanks for putting it all together!
@Bushradical2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@evgeniyabramov24906 жыл бұрын
С Большим восторгом увидел Ваш потрясающий фильм!!!Вся прелесть жизни в нем!!!Удачи вам и вашим Друзьям!!!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Sorry I can't read the comment.
@piscesrising6533 Жыл бұрын
Dave, you had my heart swelling through this entire video. Great job with your story and all the beautiful photographs. I’ve been following Brooke for almost a year now, so happy I found you two. Lots of love from southeastern North Carolina
@stephenbergeron4483 жыл бұрын
What an amazing story, what a great life
@RealChoice17764 жыл бұрын
Thank you for warming my heart and soul. I really am grateful to you for sharing your story that touch & burn the center of my bones. I feel like I will smile until the end of the year. God Bless You all
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome
@johnwayne39043 жыл бұрын
Now that, sir, was one fine story. What an adventure! Y'all are some mighty fine folks.
@donaldjohnson95663 жыл бұрын
This was really good, Dave. I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks for taking us on your trip!
@Dr.43863 жыл бұрын
Sept 26 2020.... Just had this in my recommended videos. Love the adventure and the story. This is what is missing in our society today. Adventure and real connection to our natural world and each other. Great story. God Bless
@Bushradical3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@zayoBIM11 ай бұрын
It's been awesome following you and Brooke over the last few years, and now Mick as he starts his channel. Going back through your videos and seeing baby Mick makes me laugh. Kid had one rad childhood. More adventure on that rafting trip than most adults have in a lifetime I'd bet.
@shaniaa92873 жыл бұрын
I lived in Anchorage in 1972. Loves the scenery but never knew people raft downriver like that. I enjoyed your story very much. Thanks so much 👍❣️
@zetacon44 жыл бұрын
Truly, a memorable adventure. What a joy to see your slides from that time. Thanks.
@woodyscabin3 жыл бұрын
This was amazing. I'm in tears. I learn SO MUCH from you and Brooke.
@judyschepp87482 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, My name is Judy and I'm from Wisconsin, USA. I just finished watching your video about men's mental problems. Wonderful video!! My husband served for a short time in Vietnam, just long enough to get prostate cancer from exposure to Agent Orange, PTSD, depression and anxiety☹️ This video is wonderful too. I love the pictures of your children when they were young. You and Brooke have given them a great adventurous life they'll always remember!!! Love you guys!!!🥰😍❤️🤗🤗
@centauri94582 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the story. And for a little time with you and your beautiful family and friends.
@ingridskitchengarden3 жыл бұрын
What a great experience I’m so glad you shared it. I could listen to your stories all day. Your a great story teller.
@judyschepp87482 жыл бұрын
Agree 100 percent!!!!
@obamagate48874 жыл бұрын
I remember this being on tv. Watched the whole trip y’all had. Great adventures!! I wouldn’t mind seeing y’all do it again.
@rogerkane5750 Жыл бұрын
Wow ..how cool ...just found this clip ...amazing people ...living life and enjoying every moment ...thank you for sharing all these moments ..
@dean05023 жыл бұрын
Man I just love this, I have watched it several times and it never ever gets old! From one off grider to another Thanks Dave! Preacher Dean.
@Bushradical3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@JoshuaSmithHomesteader6 жыл бұрын
I really loved the tv series from NG, and always wished for a season 2 to come out. This video was an awesome behind the scenes recap. Thanks Dave, what a trip. You are a great story teller. Cheers!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks JSH!
@karenzaller96594 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this trip Dave. How nice you and Brooke and kids could make lifelong friendships and memories together! Wonderful Wonderful!
@CraigBozart Жыл бұрын
What a Great Trip you all had. God gave you all some beautiful sunsets My wife and I love watching you and Brookes KZbin channels thank you Craiig and Marie Rainier Oregon
@jbennettkernan12113 жыл бұрын
What an amazing trip down the river. Thank you for sharing.
@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning6 жыл бұрын
Excellent commentary and making this video with all the pictures. Interesting life style and story.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jude.
@pablocruise6784 жыл бұрын
I need another half an hour of this ..thanks Dave!!!
@ndfleet3601 Жыл бұрын
Dave, what a FANTASTIC video! Thank you for sharing this part of your lives' with us. Those pies looks DELICIOUS too...! Leonard & Pam
@davidjones86802 жыл бұрын
A beautiful story, and so beautifully told. Thanks for letting us share your fabulous memories. David in the U.K.
@stephenpearson25214 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, great story, great story teller, been binge watching your videos the last few days. A great way to end my day! Thank you for posting
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@BJBDF4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing adventure with an incredible group of people.
@swiftcaution51703 ай бұрын
You my brothers..my survivor brothers.. thank you for sharing this time.. and it's true, these ARE the good ol days..
@canuckchris5733 Жыл бұрын
Dave your a great narrator. I’ve followed you for a few years and this came up in my feed. 05/10/23
@leftslopemedia35644 жыл бұрын
I can't think of the last slideshow-only video I watched on youtube entirely through. A true testament to your story-telling abilities, an ability that is somewhat lost even with the best videos these days. Great work!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@pacificbushcraftandfirecra63586 жыл бұрын
I remember watching the show when it originally aired, thinking to myself, What a group of characters. Very much enjoyed your story of the Yukon River Run Days... TFS
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
like Paul Harvey used to say....................and now you know...........the rest of the story.
@MaineUSA Жыл бұрын
I just love listening to you stories!
@marilynb81364 жыл бұрын
Wowsers!!!! Raft camping on the river!! Who knew!!!! Fascinating!!! Great story!! Thanks so much!! Blessings...
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marilyn.
@jeffro4kag2064 жыл бұрын
That was the coolest thing I've ever seen! I was mesmerized all the way to the end. Man, Ive got to get to living!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Eagleone9747one6 жыл бұрын
Wow, that's an amazing adventure with friends and family, beautiful scenery, and fantastic weather. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Bob. I glad you liked it.
@bellablackblackish1132 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful story! God is good! Where are the beautiful men like this!
@dragonfly80808086 жыл бұрын
A fantastic journey,well told. I've watched a few videos of smaller rafts journeying down rivers in northern Europe. Personally I used to go canoe camping on rivers in the UK, the kids loved it and the dogs never stopped smiling. The kids all promised that they'd take their kids one day. Running down a river with no noisy engines nature comes to visit such a tranquil journey. Many thanks for sharing made my day.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul. Your canoe trips sound awesome.
@sierradayhiker6 жыл бұрын
super well done thank you , your kids have a life like no other kids . lots of smiles !!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks SH!
@underthecarolinasky23636 жыл бұрын
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this! I feel like I've had no adventures in my life worth talking about lol. But maybe some day! What an awesome experience! And great story telling Dave. Just an awesome job!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks UTCS!
@tWoforgamenot1 Жыл бұрын
ditto
@bmunday2 жыл бұрын
This story has staying power Dave. Thanks so much for producing and publishing.
@EvanLax956 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing these incredible memories. It shows how truly blessed we are as Americans do be so independent in a frontier landscape like this. Just out on the water with friends, enjoying the scenery and each other’s company
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
well said.
@goldendreams42154 жыл бұрын
That was well done. Thank you for the best 31 minutes of screen time I’ve had in a long time. I think I need to go up there.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Downeastwaves6 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Totally enjoyed this. (Loved the show as well) thanks again!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks D.E.W.s.
@Gemini84 Жыл бұрын
this is by far one of my favorite stories of yours.. such memories!
@robertelwell4417 Жыл бұрын
Just one more glimpse of life well lived,,, that so much of the human race has rejected for a plastic -coated life of emptiness. The land and all its beauty for those with eyes to see,, and contentment so easily found. Thanks so much,,you Bushradicals,, for sharing it all with us.
@Downeastwaves6 жыл бұрын
Oh such great memories! Thanks do much for sharing with us.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@carlm.72006 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this KZbin! I love God's country.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Me too. Thanks for watching!
@brendakunkel26842 жыл бұрын
Dave, I truly enjoyed watching and listening to your narration. I could almost feel like I was there with y’all. You should consider being a narrator for books on tapes about Alaska adventures.
@judyschepp87482 жыл бұрын
Dave, it's me again😁 And I have to agree with most everyone else: you are one wonderful story teller. Great story🥰 Great video❤️😉THANK YOU!!!
@Marco2710x6 жыл бұрын
What a great Story! Just sitting in Front of my Computer, watching and listening to your Story! Thank you very much for sharing! I guess I found some inspiring Ideas for my big Canada Trip in 2-3 Years!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marco, I'm glad you liked it.
@Marco2710x6 жыл бұрын
Popcorn Entertainment! Realy big Movie Feeling! But it´s a real Life Story
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I think its my best video , personally.
@Marco2710x6 жыл бұрын
Well, it´s a great Story, it´s nice and long but you´ve got some other really good Videos, that first Cabin build, the one about your Alone Axe, But overall this one is your masterpice so far. It´s your Style, the Composition, your Voice that makes them all great!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marco. I really appreciate that. It took the longest to make for sure! I have a couple more long vids to do.
@angelakm67535 жыл бұрын
Brilliant - what an experience for your children :)
@williamlee26664 жыл бұрын
Like each life itself, a one-of-a-kind adventure. Don’t get any better than this!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@barrb61345 жыл бұрын
Thanks David for sharing your adventures. An adventure I had in Alaska was back in 1959 when the town of Fairbanks only had 3 roads and all were dirt. Ahh the memories. Your memories will serve you and your family for many years. I had returned to Alaska in 2014 and that same hotel you folks finished in we also finished that excursion. I recognized the bar and the background. By chance did you folks ever raft the Yukon up to Circle. In 59 that was the furtherest point in North America one could drive. Great little village. Again David Thank YOU!! really enjoyed ....
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barr B. Ive been up to Circle dozens of times. Back in 1998 when I first cam to AK, I was working on Eielson Air Force Base finishing Concrete and I would drive up to Circle for the weekends and hang out on the river. No, we never did raft up that way...we always started farther down river. The river by Circle would be tough, as its very braided and always changing.
@sargeoutdoors6 жыл бұрын
Guys this was an awesome video. I really enjoy and appreciate these story vids that you put up. Some of my favorite content you guys put up. It is my goal and dream to move to Alaska and live. You truly motivate and inspire me to get it done and each time I see one of your Alaska vids it only confirms my goals. Thanks as always.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sarge.
@Butterflybreakfast5 жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed this video.
@David-mi8rw Жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome and living my dream, I have always regretted leaving Alaska,I still own property in Alaska and hope to live long enough to return.
@philbrown76113 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for sharing that AMAZING story. I cant wait to get back to Alaska.
@scottsmit11156 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@mrsamzero14 жыл бұрын
I miss Alaska and my friends there, sadly they have moved on. But I have some wonderful memories.
@tWoforgamenot13 жыл бұрын
me too :)
@raymondluna155611 ай бұрын
Hi Dave, You are an amazing story teller and I really enjoyed listening and seeing this adventure.Thank you for sharing. I was stationed in Galena Air Force Station back in 1983/84. I really enjoyed it. Hi to Brooke I watch her videos also. take care.
@cjc90886 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! What a great adventure...great food...great company...and beautiful kids to keep y'all feeling young! I know I will watch this again. Thank you
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks CJC.
@unsilencedman10704 жыл бұрын
This looks so fun, wish I could do something like this.
@georgettewood88945 жыл бұрын
Fancy leather boots for super devoted dogs....🇨🇦
@bertlbarm43746 жыл бұрын
thank you dave for taking me on this trip, l can only say THANK YOU SIR, greetings from austria
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@johnschunk974 жыл бұрын
Imagine doing that during Yukon gold Rush before outboard motors.
@Denver1976Man Жыл бұрын
Wonderful Story, And told so well Dave. Thank You.!