Alaska Log Raft Adventures .......... Yukon River

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

[@rickharter3066]

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.

[@barbsteward5166]

Dave, I’m a 76 year old lady sitting here thinking “I want to do this”. God has blessed you greatly.

[@brendariley3603]

Agree! I am 70!

[@brendariley3603]

Love the way you narrate.Brook send me a pie! What a great adventure!

[@centauri9458]

I think you ladies should do it. I see it's been a year so I hope you already have.

[@b-radfrommalibu2702]

@@centauri9458 same here. Hope they have as well.

[@centauri9458]

@@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.

[@atsushiikeda6882]

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.

[@FJB8885]

The best to you and yours from America.

[@waynelewis881]

Possibly the best thing I've ever watched on KZbin.

[@Bushradical]

Wow. I'm truly honored that you would say that. Thank you.

[@larrysanxter6343]

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

[@scotted3140]

You are a very good story teller.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Scott.

[@jimmiedore7888]

Great story teller. What a life you live. Love "Girl in the woods"

[@mcmc8496]

Thank you Dave for letting us be a part of the dream!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@charoletlewis7351]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Charolet. I enjoy narrating for sure.

[@larrysherk]

What a beautiful tale of human dreams and human adventure. That is what life is made of.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@SparksofOhio]

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. ❤️✌️😎

[@gatorflea2788]

It's 2023 now and this video is awesome to see in 23 ! Those youngins had the time of their lives I'm sure !

[@alannickelson9565]

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.

[@sandimatthews5703]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Sandi. We both appreciate that

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOVE this! Oh the memories! Can't wait to do it again babe....

[@Bushradical]

Me too!!

[@alaskalograft]

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!

[@brianbirc]

Need some big logs '? I donated a few I saw on his raft.

[@briankleinkopf8557]

I just seen this float video, OMG!! wat a good time, Loved Fred! awesome... Yur Blessed!!!

[@diggahrockhounder6428]

Great video guys! Would love to do this, bucket list stuff right there!

[@TheSabinewalkden]

What an amazing opportunity to have your dream come true! An amazing video and so beautifully told. Thank you so much.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@domn415]

What an absolutely amazing adventure!!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us all!!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@donaldbonack6786]

Dave, what a very good time I had with you and the guys and also Brooke, GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@melaniem1338]

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.

[@Bushradical]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks Melanie.

[@judyschepp8748]

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!!!🥰😍❤️🤗🤗

[@cuttheknot4781]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks CTK!

[@lynnoaks7884]

I have watched this several times. Never fails to make me smile.

[@michaelcondon8510]

Wonderful story; the river, the raft, the sunsets, the friendships, and most of all, the wonderfulness it is to live out your dream.

[@TheRealTedBaird]

Dave I hadn't yet watched this and I'm glad I did absolutely loved it..Now thats living Life. Gald Scotty got to realize his dream wish I could have met him what a guy. What a memory for the whole family. Stay free my man ✌

[@Bushradical]

Thanks brother. It was a great trip and an amazing time!!! You and Jim would have loved it.

[@TheRealTedBaird]

@@Bushradical Ya 4 sure right up our ally glad u guys got to do it.

[@frankbennett3676]

I absolutely loved the story. Didn't want it to end. Thank you

[@Julie-l7r]

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 ❤

[@klawockkidd3426]

That tugs at my heartstrings. I can feel the Call of the Wild. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks KK.

[@zayoBIM]

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.

[@Dr.4386]

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

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cynthiashaw9668]

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!

[@piscesrising6533]

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

[@darincarlin]

This is a great story to watch on a Saturday morning while the house is quiet and the family is still asleep. It makes me dream of a river far away that I hope to see one day. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@Bushradical]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@donaldjohnson9566]

This was really good, Dave. I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks for taking us on your trip!

[@dean0502]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@jacquelynhill1598]

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!!!!!

[@nathaliebernard6620]

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 !

[@stephenbergeron448]

What an amazing story, what a great life

[@babysealavenger]

Thank you for putting this video together. What a great unique Alaskan adventure!

[@ingridskitchengarden]

What a great experience I’m so glad you shared it. I could listen to your stories all day. Your a great story teller.

[@judyschepp8748]

Agree 100 percent!!!!

[@judyschepp8748]

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!!!

[@woodyscabin]

This was amazing. I'm in tears. I learn SO MUCH from you and Brooke.

[@thecrew777]

Amazing time, amazing dream, amazing people. Thank you for sharing it.

[@JoshuaSmithHomesteader]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks JSH!

[@krishanson1639]

You tube needs a love icon! I just love this. I will watch it again. Thanks for putting it all together!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!!

[@DanoLXF]

You guys lead a truly blessed life! Thanks once again for sharing Dave.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Dano!

[@hydropat2003]

Dave, I have to say that you and your family have had an exceptional life through the years! The adventures that you and Brooke have had are going to be an awesome biography someday. Or, maybe just killer stories to tell the grandkids while your setting around the campfire, Love it!

[@glendasprague3334]

You are a great story teller. Love this adventure.

[@brianjohnston9822]

Wonderful story Dave, truly enjoyed it.

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@christinemanning6461]

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.

[@canuckchris5733]

Dave your a great narrator. I’ve followed you for a few years and this came up in my feed. 05/10/23

[@zetacon4]

Truly, a memorable adventure. What a joy to see your slides from that time. Thanks.

[@CraigBozart]

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

[@carlm.7200]

Thanks for making this KZbin! I love God's country.

[@Bushradical]

Me too. Thanks for watching!

[@evgeniyabramov2490]

С Большим восторгом увидел Ваш потрясающий фильм!!!Вся прелесть жизни в нем!!!Удачи вам и вашим Друзьям!!!

[@Bushradical]

Sorry I can't read the comment.

[@Eagleone9747one]

Wow, that's an amazing adventure with friends and family, beautiful scenery, and fantastic weather. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks for watching Bob. I glad you liked it.

[@PavlovsBob]

Thanks for taking us along. Hell of a story. Hell of a storyteller. Love you guys. RIP Scotty.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks R.A. !!!

[@obamagate4887]

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.

[@shaniaa9287]

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 👍❣️

[@leftslopemedia3564]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@rebeccahutcheson599]

You know, I absolutely love the voice over I love all the pictures and how you put them together. Damn, this was just as great as a perfect video. And you have the perfect voice for this. You could literally be a professional narrator. This was rocksolid. And I absolutely loved being able to go along this journey with you guys. And seeing you with your wife and your kids and all these wonderful friends this was just an amazing adventure. Thank you for sharing and you absolutely have beautiful kids. You have a beautiful wife, beautiful children and you are a handsome individual yourself. You’ve worked hard but God surely has blessed you guys as well.👊💖

[@stephenpearson2521]

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

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@robertelwell4417]

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.

[@karenzaller9659]

I really enjoyed this trip Dave. How nice you and Brooke and kids could make lifelong friendships and memories together! Wonderful Wonderful!

[@davidriley8590]

Great story, what a fantastic way to spend time building rafts living in tents floating down the YUKON it's a memory that will stay with you guys forever I felt that I was there with you thank you for sharing this story, you people would have made a bond between you that will last a lifetime God bless you all.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

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

[@Bushradical]

like Paul Harvey used to say....................and now you know...........the rest of the story.

[@bertlbarm4374]

thank you dave for taking me on this trip, l can only say THANK YOU SIR, greetings from austria

[@Bushradical]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@johnschunk97]

Imagine doing that during Yukon gold Rush before outboard motors.

[@underthecarolinasky2363]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks UTCS!

[@tWoforgamenot1]

ditto

[@David-mi8rw]

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.

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Excellent commentary and making this video with all the pictures. Interesting life style and story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Jude.

[@jbennettkernan1211]

What an amazing trip down the river. Thank you for sharing.

[@jeffro4kag206]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!

[@deniecedonnafield4749]

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Not too many voices keep me glued to my chair....

[@sierradayhiker]

super well done thank you , your kids have a life like no other kids . lots of smiles !!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks SH!

[@janetiholland2355]

Not many can say they have lived their dreams so well done.

[@Bushradical]

thanks

[@robertalexander9931]

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.

[@Adventures-with-Sisters]

This has to be the best video on KZbin. The experience pictures narrative and the general story. This is amazing.

[@goldendreams4215]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@tWoforgamenot1]

A Truly Beautiful Story ! Thank You For It . And for sure i'll look at it Again Maybe Even A Few Times Again Thank You . Roger hug.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Roger.

[@BJBDF]

What an amazing adventure with an incredible group of people.

[@bmunday]

This story has staying power Dave. Thanks so much for producing and publishing.

[@pablocruise678]

I need another half an hour of this ..thanks Dave!!!

[@DOGakaDefenderOfGems]

Thank you for having me along...what a wonderful time...and thank you for inspiring me to revive my own dream...of finishing my schoolie bus and seeing beautiful Alaska with my grand daughters along ... many more happy memories for you ahead...loved the adventure.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you

[@Marco2710x]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Marco, I'm glad you liked it.

[@Marco2710x]

Popcorn Entertainment! Realy big Movie Feeling! But it´s a real Life Story

[@Bushradical]

I think its my best video , personally.

[@Marco2710x]

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!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Marco. I really appreciate that. It took the longest to make for sure! I have a couple more long vids to do.

[@brendakunkel2684]

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.

[@angelakm6753]

Brilliant - what an experience for your children :)

[@bellablackblackish113]

Such a beautiful story! God is good! Where are the beautiful men like this!

[@Downeastwaves]

Oh such great memories! Thanks do much for sharing with us.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks.

[@georgettewood8894]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@Downeastwaves]

Excellent! Totally enjoyed this. (Loved the show as well) thanks again!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks D.E.W.s.

[@johnwayne3904]

Now that, sir, was one fine story. What an adventure! Y'all are some mighty fine folks.

[@sargeoutdoors]

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.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Sarge.

[@oneofmanysouls]

This has become my most favorite video. What an amazing story. Thank you for sharing this part of your life!

[@Butterflybreakfast]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video.

[@rogerkane5750]

Wow ..how cool ...just found this clip ...amazing people ...living life and enjoying every moment ...thank you for sharing all these moments ..

[@scottsmit1115]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you.

[@cliffmounts7878]

Storytelling your one of the best and i say Thank You the videos was a blessing to me more than anyone will ever know.GOD BLESS you and yours.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you

[@josephlawrence6873]

What a awesome video I would love to take a trip like that down the Yukon.

[@LoveShackBBQ]

Joseph Lawrence. Maybe we could all do a BushRadical meet up. Build a raft and dedicate it to Scotty. 😁

[@Bushradical]

Thanks KM. I know you watched it to the end if you know about Scotty. Scotty was the real thing. like Neil. I would love to build a raft and dedicate it to Scotty. Scotty wrote a book about his years as a hunting guide.....I don't recall the name of the book but I read it while we were floating the river and it was really good.

[@LoveShackBBQ]

Bushradical lets do it then! This Michigan native needs to get up north and get Radical! I’ll be in Carson City Mi in May for a Guys only retreat. Maybe we can meet up and make a plan for a Yukon raft.

[@Bushradical]

Brooke was born in Carson City. I really doubt I'll be up for building a raft this summer, but I do love the thought KM. Scotty was a really cool dude and he needs a tribute like that. It may be a few years down the road for us though, we still have both the kids in school. Brooke and I might go boat down the yukon for a couple days though.

[@LoveShackBBQ]

Bushradical I hear ya. I’ll put it on my bucket list for sure. I bet Brooke knows my family. Anderson family is who I’m visiting. We’re going to camp at The Deckers camp. I’m from Midland. Good to know ya! So cool.

[@raymondluna1556]

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.

[@mrsamzero1]

I miss Alaska and my friends there, sadly they have moved on. But I have some wonderful memories.

[@tWoforgamenot1]

me too :)

[@ndfleet3601]

Dave, what a FANTASTIC video! Thank you for sharing this part of your lives' with us. Those pies looks DELICIOUS too...! Leonard & Pam