Alaska Wildlife Game Camera Footage | Rifles & Bear Burgers

After a tire change in the shop we head to the hills for an early summer adventure to test out our brakes, retrieve a game camera and sight in new rifles. We see wildlife tracks and beautiful skies along the way and end the day with black bear burgers at the cabin.
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- Eric & Arielle
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[@glugunkwen]

That last 2 minutes was GOLD! And the Oscar goes to . . .

[@lissyadams6497]

The vehicle 😂😂😂

[@billsmith5166]

I think we're starting to see some true dorkiness coming out in Ariel. You go gurl!

[@CharlenePink-Dufresne]

Agreed...lol!🤣🤣🤣 Wait till he sees the bill...lol!🤣🤣🤣

[@goingagainstthegrain]

Thank you. We appreciated that little skit at the end. 😂😂😂 Stay safe, y'all! 🫶

[@petev4030]

…that service garage inspection skit had me rolling 😂…thank you for sharing your experience…always enjoy learning new stuff! Good health to you both…

[@StGroovy]

If I ever see a trail camera in the woods, I will come back in a Bigfoot costume and make somebody's day.

[@j.l.7444]

please don't, that's how it all started 😂

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

Definitely don't do that in my neck of the woods. You probably will get shot. Bigfoots(feets) are not regulated, meaning it is open season year round!

[@annetjievz]

Love the ending 😂 Arielle's face: " What the fu...."

[@emilasmith4279]

That was priceless! ❤

[@ramaicacarper6281]

A curse word from either of them is rare. I love it!

[@paxaeterna8341]

😂😂I like how Eric went from stomping on the tire to using a hammer to immediately using the excavator.

[@jerrymckay2708]

Kinda cheating 😅

[@JOELCONLEY]

Smarter not harder as they say!

[@polhokustaa4989]

You can also cut the old tires with an angle grinder.

[@nancycowan6109]

When Eric jumped in the tire and the metal thing popped up, I could only think that those tools could lose some valuable jewels. Those two are amazing! Always!

[@thabo9861]

😂😂😂

[@donnam4612]

Your little skit at the end had me in stiches. Ariel...your quite the mechanic ,lol. I loved the "I have a list for you" part.

[@katiebowen2194]

Favorite part of my day is opening up you tube and there is a new video by you two. Your adventures makes me wish I were 30 years younger

[@Coyote-tc1ww]

You need to reevaluate your life

[@AliceLafleur-dl3rg]

Im 65 yrs old and i have learned alot from Ariel and Eric Eric from changing brakes and pads on a pick up truck and other vehicles they have Ariel baking from scratch and doing all the gardening from her and Eric And i cant wait for them to go fishing and camping at their cabin But i love their videos always have always will. . God Bless y'all ❤⚜️

[@mayokimmer]

I feel the same! Best channel on You Tube!!

[@vickysmith1435]

Ditto!

[@janeconnors1807]

Me too. I'm 69 and just had a new hip. Love watching these two. A credit to the human race

[@janeconnors1807]

You two are just the best; Hilarious end to your video. It's good to see you having such fun together. The amazing wildlife you have is wonderful and the various types of food available and how you process it is amazing, the scenery and weather extremes all make for a challenging and interesting lifestyle. Love it!

[@AlaskaNavigator]

You know what you won't be learning on this channel? GENEROCITY or GRATITUDE to all the people who have helped them get where they are today.......never seen it!!!

[@summrrain7]

5 second rule!!!! Extra flavor 😂

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

They say the average person eats a peck of dirt every year, so it’s just known about instead of unknowingly.

[@Aussiehomestead1965]

With the price of food now we have extended the 5 second rule to 15 seconds 😂

[@nanigoose]

Sunday treat from Alaska's cutest couple!

[@kdavis7525]

Headed to Alaska on Wednesday to spend two weeks reliving the good times. Homer, Seward, Talkeetna, Denali, then back to Anchorage. It’s only been eight years but it seems like a lifetime. A large part of my soul will forever belong to Alaska.

[@truthtalker4038]

That's awesome! Glad for you that you get to go back!

[@robreid6586]

I've seen all your videos. You feel like family. I wish couples having a hard time could see your videos. You both are a beautiful example of how it should be. ❤ God bless you both.

[@kristy4619]

Wow that wolf is collared. That's awesome

[@barbc3829]

Good catch.

[@heatherwanderer777]

That was so cool to see, I wonder where it was collared at and what the goal is for tracking it, bet they'd love to have the photos from the trail cam for their research and to just see it's general health...looked good and strong.

[@EatBeefBeHealthy]

I noticed that, too, and was hoping someone on here would say why.

[@TsiRoadkill]

@@EatBeefBeHealthy They collar them to study their movements and stuff.

[@rocketmom60]

You guys remind me of my husband and me when we were young and capable of doing things ourselves. I was always his assistant with his various projects which were a result of country life. He always assumed I knew a lot more than I did.

[@surlyGir]

I don't know why the word assistant caught me. Came to the comments.

[@gonuts1]

Bandit is such a good boy.

[@12dwaggoner]

nearly 11k views in under an hour. I am so happy for how successful the two of you kept this channel. I look forward to your videos weekly.

[@howwitty]

"Oh my knees" - Eric

[@elteescat]

Use your knee pads! - Ariel

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

Getting old ain’t for sissies.-Bette Davis

[@carolranigler6912]

OH MY GOD, You had me busting with those last minutes….I love when you have fun with it! I must say that those burgers had our mouth watering with envy! I am always amazed how beautiful the scenery is that you capture for all of us. Another amazing video! Thank you both so much !

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

Their Alaskan scenery shots are always so breathtaking !!!! I bever have fast forward theirs like I do some others. Arielle most def is born with the gift, she can capture the essence of things not just visual of it. Your skit was worth a zillion replays, as watching you both have fun together is so uplifting for those following you with love in our hearts. I guess you are the epitome of what I'd hoped and tried to raise my kids to be. Your parents must burst with pride at each video you produce together. From an Aussie Nan THANKYOU and GOD BLESS. 🇦🇺🤗💞🙏👌✌️👏✝️🇺🇸

[@katiesan865]

Nobody could ever say you didn’t work hard and deserve this beautiful life you both share. Thank you for sharing it with us. I hope you both know how amazingly inspirational you are.

[@nicolasbertin8552]

Wolverines have jaws so powerful they can crush and eat even frozen bones. So I'm guessing you got the culprit right there.

[@adamyoung480]

Aloha. Used to work at a remote fishing lodge in Alaska. Told my boss I wanted to see a wolverine. He said, no you don’t!

[@kathryndavidson5056]

They are BADASS scavengers. Do not mess w these creatures!!

[@misolgit69]

Nice to see an elder dog still enjoying the outdoors

[@fredquinn3919]

That skit at the end....perfection!!!

[@jamiekendall7245]

You two crack me up, love watching your adventures ❤

[@letssummondinner]

I was filling out papers and when Eric said, "want yours medium rare?" I said WHAT?!?!?! lol. Don't scare me like that 😂😂

[@susie.goodwin1356]

Me too! 😳 Was my face a long with "nooooooooo". 🤣🤣🤣

[@letssummondinner]

@@susie.goodwin1356 😜

[@lloydadams2918]

He tried to play a little trichinosis with the medium rare comment. Hahaha. Carnivores end omnivore are a great dish served well done.

[@OurCabinInThewoods]

She's a rookie. I love it. Great video guys thats for sharing.

[@desertfairychickres4021]

Eric to Ariel 1) Birds 2)"Your a ROOKIE". Dyin laughing. Blessings

[@rogertemple7193]

More awesome adventures in Alaska with the most beautiful countryside in the world take care and Thank You.🇺🇲🗻🗻🇺🇲

[@rachelponce8655]

This has to be my favorite bloopers thus far 🤣🤣 y'all's dynamic is golden !

[@suzannaplinke7784]

Made my favourite coffee and sat down to watch. I was waiting for a bear , wolf and a caribou looking at your tracks and saying Arielle and Eric bought new tires see the tracks. 🐺🦌🐻

[@mrfofff]

perfect timing, just made a fresh coffee for my Sunday afternoon break, and I blessed with 30min from SLA )

[@nathanclay9694]

Liked before I even watched this! 💯 percent it’s going to be awesome!

[@phyllisroark8526]

We have 2 highlights. 1. Seeing the wolf that was tagged, super cool 2. The ending was PRICELESS! Thanks as always for sharing!

[@Justice1911A1]

I was so patient today, your video dropped just as I was leaving for work and I had to wait ALL day before I could watch it, then life happened and I had to wait a few more hours, it ended up taking me two hours to watch your 25 minute drop but it was worth it. I loved every minute and then end had me in stitches. Thanks again 💜 from 🇦🇺

[@valeriemurdick2484]

ahaha your blooper reels at the end are enjoyable. enjoy the summer

[@julieking4828]

It’s a duck. It’s a magpie. It’s a duck. I love you guys!

[@virginiaquintal]

Omg I just love you guys. I love that you can be silly sometimes keep it coming.

[@jeanettejuarez294]

Thanks for entertaining ending, lol 😆

[@BarbraAllbritton-bs7qy]

Yeah! A new video from my favorite channel. Love you guys ❤

[@stanleygallman7800]

After all of these years I can say that you two continue to hold the spot for being my favorite KZbinr 😁 Thanks

[@JohnShalamskas]

It's great to see you both able to have some fun instead of racing against the clock to get buildings ready before the winter returns. Now you are able to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

[@Brushwhacker]

The transition from backing your Polaris out of the shop to off the trailer was awesome

[@user-sy4df3xh3t]

Сильні духом, працьовиті, винахідливі ще й повеселили. Дякую.❤

[@janetkoball44]

When you were laughing so hard I believe a lot of us were too. Some great photos!! Bear burgers....sounds good. Thanks

[@BTCarpentry]

man, I never thought id see the day that Ariel, of all people, would drop and F bomb!

[@user-lp6ps2kp4i]

Love it!!!!!

[@joannemazza1657]

Hey Arielle and Éric, well we find now new talents that you both have, apart from ALL the things we have seen you do through the years (hunters, fishers, farmers, cooks, mechanics, carpenters, photographers, video producers, renovators, painters, sawmill operators, truckers, electricians, plumbers) last one surprising, comedians!!!! Please advise if we miss one.....cheers 🙏💖🇨🇦😂😅😂

[@wg146]

So cute when Eric said It’s gone. 🤭🥰

[@user-rj5dj6rz3n]

the photos were way cool.thank you guys as always.

[@julianosilva6862]

I guess now we know who the real professional is. The one take and done king lol. Being able to have fun and laugh at yourself is the key. Keep up the great work kids 👍🏻

[@dfoltz268]

Do yourself a favor and buy a tire changer! The out takes on this one were PRICELESS! I was laughing so hard at Ariel playing the “service technician” 😂 ❤

[@douglasbooker8330]

And the grind continues! Hardworking couple A&E God Bless

[@pamelavl2523]

It's amazing how nature just takes care of cleaning things up. You two are one of my favorite utubers. I don't comment often but I watch every video I run across. Love your life style.

[@user-vh3gk9cf5c]

My husband and I always say,”lefty losey” , “righty righty”. Every time!

[@kmonalisa584]

You guys are living the life! Thank you for sharing bits of it with us.

[@bobpeck8013]

YAy just what I needed!!! Great video guys. 👍👊

[@woolymittens]

Sorry to say Ariel was totally unbelievable as the Service Writer - she didn't even upsell to replacing the headlight fluid or sharpening the windshield wipers .....like they do at my dealership every time I come in.

[@tinamincheski2195]

You guys are just delightful ! That one paw print was very strange! Thanks for the trail camera photo's ! They are wonderful AND the music was perfect !

[@annamschnetzer4036]

Growing up, until cancer took my father's life in 1998, I was Daddy's assistant... from handing over tools to iced tea in the summer, Eric... thank you. I now know why I pumped the brake when Daddy was working on the brakes!

[@barbaragriffin869]

It’s raining and you are able to work undercover. That’s got to feel great!

[@lifgrenj]

Wonderful video. All that work to get the 6 Polaris tires changed, with genius use of tractor equipment. Your joy siting in the new rifles. Loved the photos from the winter sight of the elk bone drop off. The slog through the swamp, very adventurous. I almost expected you to get a bear. I was talking to my sister in California, I am in TX. about your new garden build and planting the other day, plus all the other things you get up, and I told her about your hunts for bear. We just couldn't imagine how it would taste. Next time I will tell her how wonderful it looked and how much you enjoyed it. I wouldn't pass up a taste after that. Another memorable and enjoyable visit with you. Thank you and God bless.

[@nancycowan6109]

Not sure why but when I see Eric making his way through the mucky water, it reminds me of Waterworld. You know, “There’s nothing free in Waterworld!” That movie. Probably just me. 🤣🤣 Fun video as always. ❤️

[@downunderfulla6001]

I love that video/movie

[@nancycowan6109]

@@downunderfulla6001 I know. It’s a weird classic. ❤️

[@nancycowan6109]

@@downunderfulla6001 and I have absolutely no idea why this movie came to mind when Eric was driving his vehicle through the water. It just did. 🤣

[@colleensnyder8943]

Absolutely loved the ending…still laughing 😂

[@tanyacouchman6534]

Yes, you two can do a skit anytime. Made me laugh so hard!! True naturals, loved it. And thank you for sharing your amazing adventures with all of us!!! Thank you, keep it up.

[@traceyparker1407]

From someone who lives in southern Mississippi where it is so very HOT & HUMID most of the year. It is so very nice to see how other peeps live!!! It's absolutely gorgeous up there!!! I absolutely adore your videos ❤❤❤

[@vernareed2692]

I loved your former sweet cozy home,but I am so happy for y'all with your new home,the great quonset building to work in and store things,to put vehicles in,etc!! Now you have the wonderful garden started,to work on along to get where you need it,the fantastic fence!! of course the nice chicken house and run,your sawmill,all you have accomplished since your move few months ago!!

[@joesphbest3120]

My favorite couple, hard at work again, it looks as it's work around the barn today because all the rain and some work on the machines to keep them in tip top shape, tire changing, new brake fluid. I know all will get done.👍👍❤❤and it great shape. Keeping the work as always. love you and the hard work you do.

[@joansmith3492]

last part was cute!

[@sequoiawarner6756]

Changing tires via tractor shovel! Use what you’ve got, but this is something I never imagined to see. Love the trail cam photos, thanks for sharing.

[@RatdogDRB]

Bandit's ready!! A tip. Before bleeding, use a turkey baster to suck out all of the fluid from the master cylinder, wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth, fill with fresh fluid and THEN bleed. Do NOT allow the master cylinder to go dry or you'll suck air into the system and have to start over. You are correct to begin with the furthest bleed valve. By starting with clean/fresh fluid in the master cylinder, when you get clean/clear fluid coming out the bleed valve, you KNOW it's flushed and has only clean fluid in it. Move to the next one and repeat. Another tip which can aid in knowing all the air is out is to use a stick to hold the brake pedal fully pressed overnight. Air rises, so any residual bubbles should migrate UP to the master cylinder. Also, if you don't already know about "Speed Bleeders", study up on them. They use a spring-loaded check ball to close the orifice when the hydraulic pressure is released during bleeding. They're slicker-n-snot on a greased pig. Yes, wolves will devour the bones. That bird's kin folk are sayin': "Why don't he write???" Yes, the lighter the weight of the rifle the harder the felt recoil. The heavier the rifle the less felt recoil. Also, put the tiniest dab of anti-seize on the threads for the barrel so the muzzle device doesn't seize up on you. Also, now that you're much further north, KNOW which lubricants will NOT freeze up on you in the middle of winter. Some local forums may help but will net you a lot of opinions. For wintertime a thin coat and lightly wiped off will lessen the chance of your firing pin freezing in place, or your trigger mechanism, or possibly even the bolt. Also, do not bring your rifles inside the heated tent/cabin. Leave them in the cold so they don't sweat (condensation) and then freeze up on you. And that way your scopes don't fog/freeze too, but I'm certain you've learned that by now. Helpful for those new to the severely cold climates from a more temperate one. Cleaning the barrel doesn't need to happen every time you shoot, when accuracy falls away is when you clean it. The other time is if you switch from a lead bullet to a solid copper bullet, the accuracy can go away on you. A squeaky-clean barrel's POI will differ from a "fouled" barrel (having a few shots through it, powder fouled). Once fouled it should remain pretty consistent. So, you should verify your accuracy after a few "fouling shots" after a thorough cleaning. "Back in the day" when people shot "black powder", it was critical to clean immediately after shooting. It's turned into a tradition passed down from generation to generation. However, today, with modern (smokeless) powder it's NOT corrosive, therefore there's no need to clean it right away. Anything using "black powder" still needs to be cleaned immediately after shooting. Another tidbit is to know your distances at which you "Point of Aim" is also your "Point of Impact". Since the bullet travels in an arc, there will be two distances in which the "POA" will intersect the "POI". For example: my 6.8 SPC caliber can be sighted in at 50 yards and it'll also be on for about 200 yards and be only a couple of inches high at 100 yards. Also, know the drop at distance to help you know what your POI will be for a given distance (in relation to your hold/POA). Also, on a low magnification scope you won't "see it" so much, but if you have a 24x (for example) HIGH magnification scope you'll be able to SEE your heartbeat due to the crosshairs moving with your heartbeat. So, for long range, don't grip the stock using your thumbs, your thumbs have a pretty strong pulse and will transmit that to your crosshairs. Rock on you two, God bless you both!

[@ciadaclark9110]

My favorite couple

[@leoratriden8757]

hey favs!! i love to see your playful side. and bandit will always be puppy-like. i love his pep & playfulness. thanks for sharing!

[@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510]

My dad has always been a very active outdoorsmen. He's just past 80 now and becoming very frustrating with how he has to slow down. I just gave his wife the name of your KZbin channel, in hopes that he can spend some time watching you guys fishing and hunting and doing all your activities, so it can perk him up. Thanks for all your really great content.

[@brianscherman]

The tire transition at 7:49 was 👌🏻

[@stevenm8429]

Loved the skit at the end! her giggling and laughing had me cracking up lol.

[@BrLambert]

Always informative, always learn, and most always have a good laugh with your videos.

[@karynefagg209]

Birds..... another fantastic video, Ariel's mehanic shop would be full....and Eric's burger shop would be full....love your shenigans xxx

[@ollieenvriendjes]

You two are the most inspiring people i know. Really living your life to the fullest! The last minutes are gold!! Always a bright moment in my pretty boring weeks. Keep on inspiring

[@russhayes4882]

Can't wait to see the garden

[@cbass2755]

Rain daily here in Michigan. And if not daytime, night. Cold too…in the low 50’s to mid 50’s at night, windy! So much wind….going down to 48 according to my phone Tuesday. Idk if my garden will even produce anything this year. What a terrible start to summer

[@kgonzalez5641]

That last bit had me in tears 😅 ... Arielle, you're hilarious!

[@captaindrizzle9449]

The transition with the Polaris was smooth af

[@raytower5041]

Clip a pair of Vice grips to the flange of the wheel and it will hold the bead of the tire below the flange.

[@maryanndise345]

Your filming has gotten very professional with the mix of drone and video!! Great episode🏔️

[@scottnorton9471]

The end of the video was great stuff, perhaps bloopers at the end of every upload? Very relatable and makes us all realize it’s not easy working with a camera in your face.

[@gator1959]

You know, with the number of wheeled vehicle's and trailer's and the side by side you may want to consider picking up a tire machine. You both are persistent and don't give up. That 1st tire and rim would have had been enough to send me in to town. We love you guys...

[@Surviving_patriot]

You always take me away to Alaska right when I need it ❤️❤️❤️

[@k.p.1139]

A couple of nvts! 🤣🤣You guys are the best! And those crows, you can sure count on them to show up to any party! 😆

[@lynnsweeney4529]

Hey guys. I can't say it enough, and that is how much I love how well you too young people work together. As always thank you for taking time out of your extremely busy day's to make the videos that so much of us enjoy.😊

[@gottafly125]

Another great video. Someday I hope you guys have a little AIRBNB rental. You'd have lots of people interested.

[@chrisbrackett9779]

0:13 hey guys! Good to see you. Happy to see you!!!

[@hulusiakn945]

Hello friends, I am writing to you from Turkey. You are really a very hardworking and good couple. By the way, I would like to ask you to turn on Turkish subtitles on smart TV so that you can be watched more in Turkey.

[@athomewithjenny]

This is great idea! ❤️❤️

[@suzannesnow7485]

I loved every part of this video, but Bandit won my heart this time! He so loves to surf your quad… such a dear old man! 💞🐾💞 I’m still smiling though, from your skit! Arielle, you’re such a comedian! SNL may have their sights on the both of you! 😂

[@AZJH8374]

You guys will definitely reach a million subscribers by Christmas ❤❤❤

[@Paulookingatyou]

Great to see you back 😂

[@quilt848]

I love your videos SO much that I am watching reruns!!😂

[@JohnyMac-tb6ms]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I know YT frowns on anything about firearms and you folks took the time to show us the acquisitions and the sighting in of each. Thank you. Noticed you switched from a wheel gun to a semi auto for bear avoidance. I use to carry a 10 mm for bear loaded with wheel weight bullets during the spring while gardening. Long and exciting story there for another day. Great job folks. 73 & God Bless.

[@cathyrhodes9157]

Oh my gosh loved the end,laughed right along with you two goobs!!! The burgers looked soooo good and the animals were awesome…. Doing life and just having fun……👏🏼👏🏼🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@raytower5041]

Duck bill hammer for breaking the beads on any tire

[@terryelston685]

Medium rare! 🤣😂🤣😂 Eric is full of jokes Love y’all’s videos

[@user-bs1bk1lz9d]

God I love you to. You make my day. I watch your videos over and over. 😂❤😂❤😊. God bless you both and stay safe. Please make a cookbook.

[@rascalsmom05]

I would love to see a video about what kind of community you have there. Living so remote seems very isolating but you’ve mentioned neighbors and friends. How has it been developing relationships and how often do you hang out with other people? And what are their properties like?

[@tibetfruit2324]

Great video with many different subjects covered. Nice Rifles!!