Alone In The Woods | Isle Royale Wilderness

Alone In The Woods | Isle Royale Wilderness
In this USA travel vlog, we begin our challenge of visiting every US National Park with a bang - with our first one being Isle Royale! This remote, island wilderness was the perfect first NP and exceeded all expectations.
As this island is so remote, it is only accessible via seaplane or boat - which we shared in last week's video. While we were here, we barely saw anyone else. It truly felt like we were alone in the woods.
In this video we explore Isle Royale National Park. Enjoying the gorgeous and varied hiking trails as well as having some bucket list wildlife encounters!
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[@Anberel]

I’m so thrilled that you were able to come back and have these adventures. I don’t think Americans realize how unique it is to have so many diverse landscapes and so much protected wilderness within our own borders. I cannot wait to keep experiencing my country through your eyes.

[@TsunamiKitten56]

That's probably because a lot of places make you pay money to see nature. I love America🙃..

[@TravelBeans]

Thank you! We are over the moon that it all worked out with this van and it has allowed us to go to some incredible places already 💛 You’re so right.. that’s what makes the US roadtrip so special and so exciting.. the variety of what you can see and experience!

[@childof70s1]

That's because Americans are two busy living their lives in their country. I too am glad you Travel Beans have been able to return to The USA and find a nice Class B Motorhome to enjoy The USA and I'm looking forward to your continued adventures of places in my own country I probably didn't know were there and haven't visited. Thank You from east central Ohio.

[@robertcolpitts4534]

I am certainly one who does appreciate the landscapes our country offers. One needs only to abandon the interstates and get on the 2-lane highways. I personally crave solitude and the wild places ever since I was a child.

[@Debra113]

Maybe some Americans don't appreciate our landscapes, National and State Parks and wildlife but many do. I know I do. When I'm able to vacation that's where I go. Give me the outdoors, my camera and I'm one happy woman.

[@CandySoulAndSoil]

omg you walk for hours and hours without seeing a moose and then one walks past your door. that's the universe telling you thank you for your appreciation and love put into the forest ❤

[@TravelBeans]

Ahh 🥰 the universe definitely has a sense of humour 😂💛

[@dineguru]

In my 68 years I have never even heard of Royal Island. Thanks to you my bucket list is expanding. What an enchanting place, especially when seen through your eyes. God bless you Beans.

[@TravelBeans]

So happy to have been able to share it with you!

[@HazMat1012]

Your reactions to seeing the moose was awesome. And the otters and sunset on the lake, then the morning mist on the lake and the moose a second time. All of it made my eyes watered up. Thank you guys for your appreciation of America.

[@TravelBeans]

Aw thanks so much Christopher 🙏 we’re so glad to hear you enjoyed it. It really is such a special place. So thrilled to be able to continue working our way around all the beautiful places around this country 🥰

[@borountree4539]

Who's mincing onions? Brilliant reactions, Love the videos. Also if that's your reaction to a Moose can't wait till you encounter a Buffalo.

[@fangsbites]

Your reactions to seeing the moose at your cabin and then the otters in the lake was just so genuine. This is why I love watching your videos. And your appreciation for nature makes it even better. Love this!

[@debmarie55]

As a native Michigander, I am amazed at the beauty of Isle Royale. I have never been there. Thank you for sharing the beauty of this wonderful island.

[@lottie2525]

If I ever go to America, it's the National Parks I'd head for too. The island was so beautifully peaceful and special. Funny how you walked for hours then Mr. Moose appeared just outside your door lol. Can't wait to see all the other National Parks with you. Thanks for sharing,

[@nativestand1]

My first trip there was 1977. I spent a summer on Isle Royale in 1980. With tears in my eyes I am comforted to see it is little changed in the 42 years since. 42 Years! I ought to go back.

[@susanlewis1875]

So the moose was hanging about the cabin, thinking "There should be humans here!" For seven hours she wandered in the woods and finally you drifted into her path. Great day for all!

[@joanbroadway759]

I'm originally from Michigan. It's been such a pleasure seeing the wonders of the state through your eyes. I'm so glad you've been able to experience it.

[@TravelBeans]

Thank you Joan! You live in a beautiful part of the US 🥰

[@cindland]

@Joan Broadway, Can’t wait to experience Michigan myself. Waiting to retire, them I’M OFF!!!

[@BuckJones1909]

The moose came by to reward your dedication in searching for one! The sunset and otters were their way of thanking you for bringing attention to this wonderful island national park! I’m in my 70’s and I had never heard of this island paradise! Thank you for taking us with you!!

[@dscottnyc]

What a beautiful park! So happy that the moose found you! Have a great week.

[@julieofidaho]

How fun. So happy you enjoyed seeing the moose. She was a beauty. I grew up in Alaska. We had many moose visiting our home in our little town in the Matanuska Valley. You do have to be careful, they can charge you. Moose are my favorite animal.

[@kendallthomas6709]

This video was perfectly serene to watch on a normal Monday morning, I'm so pleased The Beans got to have a wonderful wildlife experience--moose, otters, and skunk, oh my! :D My favorite national park is in my backyard: Great Smoky Mountains! Can't wait to watch along when you make it down this way, whenever that may be! Cheers!!

[@pv6450]

You probably won't see this comment but that was a spectacular vlog. The editing and music captured the serenity that you must have felt. Great job!

[@deniseracine6788]

As a person from Rouyn-Noranda (Northern Québec, Canada) I smiled throughout your video. It was nice to see you two so amazed and happy to see things I saw regularly throughout my life. It brought back a whole new appreciation for the beauty of our Canadian wilderness.

[@worf7680]

Your canadian wilderness? This is a US national park.

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

You Guys discovered The Isle Royale what my friend Don did many years ago. Wildlife you can almost touch. What a way to start your tour of National Parks. Thank you for taking us along. Sending you much love😍😍😍 Harriet, Jim and Yuki. Richmond, Va.

[@jamiel264]

I can feel how much peace you felt staying here! You guys talk slower, lower, and the video is shot so carefully. I'm glad you had a great time!

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks Jamie 🙏 It really was such a special place. And although we were tired from all the walking and early mornings, our souls felt so rested! 🥰

[@karenmackie9665]

Your appreciation of the beauty of America gives me chills! Travel on Beans, and thank you for bringing us along.

[@ashwonders16]

This is my personal second best video after your dolphin adventure. Thank you for taking me with you guys. To see a breathtaking sunrise & sunset in a remote place is a longtime dream of mine💙

[@martycoggs1]

Great episode and Amazing Moose encounter!! Reminds me of the time I was at a Wedding at a resort in Uclulet on Vancouver Island. Having told the Hotel staff one of my bucket list experiences was to see Orca's in the Wild. I turned up at the Hotel Cocktail bar, sat at the window overlooking the bay Negroni in hand and lo and behold a pod of Orca (with baby) came swimming past before I even took a sip! They said that's never happened the whole 12 years they'd been there. That's the best Negroni I ever had. Felt like a lottery moment! 🤯🦨🦦🦆🐿🙌

[@nicoleforrester4254]

That was a perfect moment in time.

[@aliciagrennan1084]

Oh my!! That was wonderful!! Two favorite parts; Alex eating his sausage and Alex’s moose sighting face!! Also, your photography was stunning!! Fabulous job Beans. Love you guys!!

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks so much Alicia! 💛

[@JulieBeyerRDN]

What a gift after your fire. A gift to us after watching the funeral of your queen. God is good.

[@67mlb67]

Your faces when you saw the moose was priceless!

[@ruthuckardes7401]

The combination of your beautiful videography, your humour, your passion and choice of music, make for wonderful videos that I look forward to each week. That island takes the cake!!!

[@ginnamnz]

What an amazing experience, it was so beautiful 😍 to see the sunset 🌅 those incredible colors only Mother Nature can give you that experience, I’m in love with your channel thank you Emma and Alex for sharing this incredible video.

[@rachellec5703]

Stunning island!! Definitely on my list of places to visit!! Hilarious that after walking for 7+ hours you didn’t see a moose until you were sat back at the cabin!! 😂

[@Bruce-ks7md]

Dear Beans; Welcome to America again. First, let me say that your breath WILL be taken away at every turn! They don't call us America THE beautiful for nothing. ENJOY!😀😀😀

[@ootsie601]

As a native of Michigan, it warms my heart that you're finding our amazing state so beautiful. Most people have no idea how beautiful it actually is. Looking forward to your next adventure!

[@6tyughj]

Same. Also, a Michigan native. Absolutely beautiful state. Our lakes and beaches are some of the best in the world.

[@melissamoeller9608]

I’m so thankful that you were rewarded for working through your traumatic experience with such a serene experience!

[@ginabaker9764]

If someone hasn't said so...the knocking on the wood that you hear is probably a woodpecker. It is a bird that digs holes in trees. And yes, the trees have probably fallen over naturally. I live in "the woods" and the trees fall naturally. I'm so glad you guys are here in the US enjoying the adventures! It is so fun to watch y'all!

[@snuglyfluff6969]

10 squirrel rating for this video! I loved it Emma & Alex! It was all so beautiful - I got tears in my eyes during the sunset. You are both truly blessed for having this experience!

[@michaelggraham]

This isn’t the UK…when you hike in N. America you need to be prepared. But this was a great video and thanks for sharing. It was beautiful and you left us with a sense of calm. I’m thinking your travels are going to keep getting better and better.

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

True

[@CandySoulAndSoil]

35,000 steps...it was inhumane! 😂 that sunrise with the mist on the water 😍

[@rt3156]

Can't believe you didn't see any bears. So happy you enjoyed yourself here. Love watching the two of you. God Bless from Bloomington, Minnesota

[@jackiephillips1677]

Wow ! That was amazing. Your 63 National Parks challenge is an epic one and that 1st one - how can you beat that?! Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

[@DavidandSarah]

"I'm just one of those people that would get skunked" hahahaha, this made us laugh so much! The Isle Royale wilderness is so beautiful!

[@luvyou-baby]

im watching their old videos from the last 2 years, and i must say this channel was highly underrated back than, ppl have missed out on really quality content . anyways i recommend going back to watch their old stuff as well, it 👌

[@andynightingale7335]

Watched this with a huge grin, how lucky to see all that with the sunset as a backdrop, and see you both so happy together. Living the best life. Thanks for taking us along.

[@jill179]

That was heaven….so enjoyed visiting with you. Thank you for all the beauty you captured…well done! And I am so thrilled that you got to see not just one, but two moose sightings!

[@peggydwyer8187]

You guys are so wonderful, enjoyed this video immensely! I've lived in Northern ONtario, and seen lots of moose, so you were too cute about seeing it! The otters would have had a thick large tail if they were beavers, that's how to tell the difference in that lighting. The sunsets are amazing here (I live in Windsor, across from Detroit, and we have those amazing sunsets every night....why you ask? pollution). So, your sunset was so amazing, with those colours, due to the refracting of light through pollution particulates. But it does give us amazing beauty! ps don't approach a moose, stay far away if you can. They are actually a dangerous animal, or can be.

[@strongenough333]

I haven’t been to Isle Royale recently, but I’m so thrilled to see it hasn’t changed. Even better that you both enjoyed your experience so much! I’ll have to make a trip soon ☺️

[@JOJOPHINE123]

Made me laugh when you said "I seen a moose drinking a beer and editing videos". That's a clever moose Alex 😂❤

[@lunabella606]

Sometimes I forget how beautiful our planet earth is🌎 Thank you!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jonludwig]

This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on KZbin in a long time. The only thing I would change is the thumbnail pic. A shot of you both while seeing the mouse for the first time would be epic. It was such a beautiful moment of two people who truly appreciate nature, the look on your faces was priceless. Happy trails, Beans!

[@rainsofhealing]

A veritable FEAST for the eyes, and the soul... and the ears as you paired such lovely music with it. So calming and peaceful! Blessings to you both!

[@threadstory]

Isle Royal and the stars at night! To see a moose or wolf makes it even better but now add in the Northern lights! Best place EVER!

[@LauraOnTheMove]

Isle Royale really is a hidden gem of a National Park! I took the boat last year. I also stayed in my tent which made me less eager to see a moose! 😅

[@mountainman3196]

Beautiful Special Experience! So much to see in the United States. Every state has very special places. Thanks for sharing with us. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Debra113]

You both seem so relaxed in this video. 😊 I smiled so big at your excitement in seeing the moose. So happy for y'all. Hopefully as you continue your National Parks adventure you'll see a bull moose. They're quite impressive and huge! Thanks for taking us along on this adventure. Oh! I think Yellowstone is my favorite National Park so far. With Zion a close second. Denali is wonderful too.

[@robertcolpitts4534]

Thank you for another splendid video. When I was a child, my parents took us all to small, housekeeping cabin on the Garden Peninsula in the UP. No electricity, no running water, an outhouse (y'all call it a loo), a pot-belly stove for heating and an LP gas stove and refrigerator (a concession to mother). No radio or TV either. The solitude and peacefulness is life-changing. Glad y'all had the opportunity to experience it first hand. You will never be the same. Safe travels, y'all!

[@theathjr]

I’ve only scratched the surface on the library of your videos Beans but this one has to be my favorite so far

[@dbb96ac]

It’s so lovley to see you enjoying this island so much! I work in Human Wildlife Conflict in a national park and I see bears, elk and moose almost on a daily basis. Sometimes I forget how meaningful it is for visitors to see these animals for the first time. Here’s hoping you have more wildlife sightings!

[@johnpagoto1054]

It was so cool seeing someone from across the pound seeing what Michigan has to offer. You actually did a better job of checking off boxes then I did in my 65 years. I enjoyed watching y'all enjoy it. Well done Beans!

[@ramblingrandall2389]

The Teton National park is my favorite. Gorgeous views, spectacular mountains, fabulous wildlife (moose in your campground), bison, grizzly and black bears, incredible hikes. Gros Ventre campground is a great place to see it all, right outside the park. The town of Jackson is fun. Moose Junction has the best “apre hike” bar ever (sit on the roof and look for bald eagles) and watch the Snake River lumber by.

[@patsysweat8536]

My second most favorite NP IS Grand Canyon. We spent a week there and I was in awe of the beauty God has created in this park. It is stunning.

[@wojecire]

This makes me so excited for the journey you guys are about to go on

[@radricster]

So glad you guys had a great experience on Isle Royal. Got to tell you, as a Canadian, it looks like pretty much every park we've got up here. If you get a chance, come north for lots more of what you saw in the UP.

[@Britishdave09]

Born & raised brit here, living in Alberta. So true in Canada. Can't wait till beans go to Glacier NP in Montana. Pretty much guaranteed to see a few black bears and likely a griz, unless they're hibernating.

[@vincentwiscombe5406]

Was just saying the same thing. Need to experience Coast to Coast Canada

[@missogyny4921]

A moose ‘drinking beer and editing a Travel Beans video’ must have been an impressive sight!

[@stephaniluebben8064]

I got goose bumps and almost cried because I am so happy for you two in seeing the Moose. She was beautiful! Congratulations....

[@rattusnorvegicus6936]

You two really make me smile. I look forward to seeing every episode you put out. You should have you’re own TV series. Keep up the great content.

[@NyreeAlana]

I'm in tears! 😭 That was so incredibly special and magical and I felt your awe and wonder! ✨ I feel like I would go to the United States just to go to this island! Even if I didn't get to see a moose or otters at sunset, it totally seems like my kinda place! Thanks for taking us with you Beans! 💚😘

[@oldworldobserver]

Great video guys. Really excited for the rest of this series…super excited for your future vid on Glacier National Park! 👍

[@annescholl420]

If you have ever wondered what a kiss from our creator feels like? This is what it feels like! Absolute pure pleasure 😍! You are going to experience many more beautiful moments in this big great country! I absolutely loved this video! Thank you for sharing! 🙏💕🥰

[@peacekelly1128]

I’m beyond happy for you that you got to see a moose! 🤗 You have found an absolutely beautiful area.

[@TravelBeans]

Thank you! 💛

[@kenziewenger6005]

Your visit has definitely moved Isle Royale up my bucket list. I live in Michigan and need to go. So glad you got to see a moose. My sister and I are crazy obsessed about seeing moose. Safe travels

[@bcb912]

I felt pure joy for you both. You really gave us the feeling of being there, as well.

[@efortunywhitton]

Dear Beans: love your enthusiasm for wildlife and the natural world. Two days ago, we returned from a nearly 3-week road-trip from Irvine, CA (in our Jeep with roof top tent) to: Nevada to see Grand Basin National Park (NP); then Wyoming: Tetons & Yellowston NPs; Montana: Glacier NP; Washington: North Cascades NP; Oregon: Crater Lake NP; with a finish in Monterey Bay, CA to see whales; then a drive down the 1 back home. National Parks are the best thing that humans have created (in any country); there is a palpable magic within them, as they still have the many beings that are now absent in most of the world (our planet now has less than 4% of mammalian wildlife biomass left on it). In Glacier this time we saw 6 bears in one day! One of the bears was a mother with two beautiful cubs; we saw a red fox in Tetons (the first I've ever seen in America); we saw/heard elk buggling (they do that in the Autumn); deer, pronghorn, many birds; gorgeous landscapes, hikes, winding roads; in-short, there is nothing more beautiful than feeling that emotion from within when in these places that connects you to all that is around you; I know exactly how you feel, as nothing makes me happier than seeing wildlife. This is the second time we visit Yellowston and Tetons (the first time we also saw grizzly bears & black bears, coyotes, wolves, moose & the list goes on; our first time in Yellowston & Tetons was in the spring) this time, in the Autumn. It makes me extremely happy to see that you are both so passionate about the natural world. :) My favourite NPs are Yellowstone/Tetons, Glacier & Yosemite. -- Based on your passion for wildlife, I am wondering if you've seen a documentary called "Eating Our Way to Extinction" (narrated by Kate Winslet). If we had a vegan humanity, we could rewild an area slightly larger than the entire continent of Africa, (if you'd like to see more stats, please visit a website/group called Climate Healers; research by Dr. Sailesh Rao reflects that 87% of global warming is due to animal agriculture) if we were to rewild the area the size of Africa, we could see National Park-esq ecosystems throughout the planet. I know that humans do not like to be told these truths (as they go against popular culture), but, as I can see how much the natural world means to you, I thought you may like to research these things further when you have the time. Another excellent resource: Glen Merzer's book: Food is Climate. (It is intact ecosystems that capture carbon; not Teslas, etc.) Hugs. x PS: we lived in Michigan for 7 years, and visited the Sleeping Bear Dunes nearly every other weekend from Memorial Weekend to October (camping)... we did not make it to Isle Royale, so it was lovely seeing its beauty through your lens!

[@sheshootssheexplores]

My goodness that sunset was just stunning! What a magical place. I have family in Michigan and have visited multiple times but not made it to the U.P. as yet. The island certainly looks like it is well worth a trip! Great video 👏🏻

[@jayinla310]

You two are awesome.Your joy for the simplest things is so calming. I wish everyone could feel that way at least once every day.

[@Christine.A]

Wow - I thought the sunset was amazing, but that last sunrise was breathtaking. Thank you for showing us this national park.

[@phillipvanvolkinburg4407]

Yes, Isle Royale is the least visited National Park, but has the highest rate of visitors who are returnees. My favorite place in the US and happens to be my home state. Lots to see in Michigan's UP as well if already up that way. As for staying in cabin like they did, they're only found by Rock Harbor and are often rented out early. There are a few privately owned cabins on the north end as well. Rest of the island there are 36 back country camp grounds which are accessed by hiking. Last time I went Daisy Farm campground was mud quagmire and were walking knee deep in it 😂

[@Diana-lo6cx]

This is the most beautiful and sincere video you’ve ever done. And I’ve been following you guys for about four years. Thank you for the great video!

[@stacyo8701]

I’m originally from Alaska and moose are a dime a dozen up there! They walk through town on the roads! I had one stick it’s head through my bedroom window when I was a kid and it let us touch its nose (don’t recommend, had the window open for air and it walked up!) Was nice to see how excited you got to have one walk right in front of you!

[@KODoch48]

Yah … I lived in AK for 50 years … NEVER saw one that tagged! What was that all about! Hmmm 🤔

[@pattysheldon656]

Just wait... Every National Park has its own reasons for being spectacular.

[@naturalflow157]

You have been my true inspiration and just how to never stop chasing your dreams. A few years ago I crushed myself to the bottom of the darkness, completely lost my way and how to continue in life. You helped me find the balance, I have been slowly getting back into feeling what's like to be me again. It is a slow but steady process. Thank you so much and don't stop creating. Sending much love.

[@4WhatItsWorth]

That was a truly BEAUTIFUL video ❤ Delicately handled, expertly edited.... Just so haunting and magical. I really felt like I was there with you guys 😍🥰 I even teared up when I saw the Moose! Your reactions just made it so real. As someone who is around your age but too unwell to travel anymore.... it breaks my heart that I can't experience this sort of wonder first-hand anymore...... but through your video, I came close. So thank you for giving me that gift 🙏 My favourite National Park that I've been to so far is probably Pltivice Lakes in Croatia/Slovenia. But there are so many aren't there! And they all offer something unique. So I can't wait to see the rest that you guys get to! :) P.S- You were super brave going out into the heart of the wilderness with literally NO-ONE around for help 😶😵😱 Growing up in Australia with all our massive snakes 🪱 & spiders 🕷.... I would not have been keen on walking around with grass that close to my feet where things that crawl & slither could be hiding! LOL Xx

[@davcox100]

Hi guys, I’m from England so have spent the whole day watching the Queens State funeral . It’s been a wonderful, but emotional occasion. So when I realised the beans had posted their vlog, I thought great, something to end the day on a high. What a beautiful, peaceful island. The lesson I’ve learnt from you guys is, don’t hike for miles and miles. Lie in bed all day and let the wildlife come to you. Brilliant 😂👍

[@debgunson2967]

I was a bit disappointed that they didn't acknowledge the passing of their Sovereign. 😔

[@davcox100]

@@debgunson2967 Hi Deb, most vloggers record their contents 2,3 or 4 weeks in advance. So they’re always somewhere else for security reasons. Some vloggers in the past have been stalked. There might be other reasons. They may well acknowledge the Queen on the next post.

[@catmandubh]

@@debgunson2967 Perhaps they're republicans. Not all Brits worship the monarchy.

[@tweakyuk]

I can't believe that you saw a moose drinking a beer and editing your videos, who knew they were so clever 😗

[@pamelabennett9057]

Regarding how thrilled you were to see the sunset with the otters frolicking in the water in such a beautiful, peaceful place, I love how a book I read years ago described such moments as "God's kisses". And yes, I believe that our Creator does orchestrate such moments just to give us one of His "kisses". Very special indeed! Thank you for sharing this amazing journey with us!

[@bethdaly8079]

Best moose sighting ever, but was the moose drinking the beer or were you?!:) Love your reaction!!

[@dananorris6242]

Lol! It did sound like he said there was a Moose walking up drinking a beer while he was editing.

[@bethdaly8079]

@@dananorris6242 the former Language Arts teacher in me has to laugh!

[@CraftsmanontheLake]

So glad you're enjoying yourselves. You guys are so funny. The wife and I have been to most national lands in the US in our cargo camper. I think you'll find that even with all the cities in this country a vast part of the US is just as rural as this, and not just with national parks. We've done 60,000 miles over the past 12 years and there's still much more to see. We live in Maine, and Sylvester, our moose visits us once and awhile here.

[@TravelBeans]

That’s awesome! Love that there is always going to be more to see.. it never gets boring! 🤩 So cool you have a local moosey visitor! We are excited to visit Maine - Acadia in the autumn is high on our bucket list!

[@joannegillespie3467]

This is my favourite video. I’ve watched 3 times. When you return….come back when the leaves are turning.

[@geraldmerkel7145]

Yo Beans, Pure Michigan 🇺🇸 USA. Born and raised in the state of Michigan was gone 4 years when I was enlisted in the USMC. Came back home as soon as I was Honorably Discharged. I will be 67 in October never get tired of this State

[@Dutchbelg3]

Hey my Bean-buddies! That was just pure serene magic! Those were scenes from a nature documentary! Especially the sunset and the shots from the waterplane! But believe me! You are soooo in for a treat! There are some incredible spots in the USA! This summer we were at the Mesa Verde National park with the unique historic buildings while you can spot eagles and lizards and deer and more if you are lucky. And we toured the Rocky mountains National park over route 34 (which is only open from June to September) which is the highest road in the USA ! We saw moose and elks and marmots and squirrels there. The we also visited Great Sand Dunes National Park. Totally different from anything else you can visit. Absolutely unique! And ehh Grand Canyon of course. There is SOOOOO much out there and you will see animals you did not know they exist 🙂 About snakes: They are fine.. They will not bother you as long you keep in a distance they can not bite. Most of them are harmless ! And even the rattlesnakes , cottonmouthes, copperheads and coral snakes are not aggressive as long you won't bother them. The ones you have seen until now are garter snakes and they are harmless ; they only poo on you when you grab them ;-)

[@TravelBeans]

Wow! Loved hearing all the places you’ve visited.. it’s getting us excited for when we go to these places!! We are so excited for the variety there is to see here! It will keep us entertained for years!

[@mountainman3196]

The state if Maine is loaded with moose, also Arcadia National park, whales, lobster, and like 95% of the state is empty.

[@elbow7991]

So cool moose sighting! Amazing sunset and epic sunrise! Loving this vlog!

[@nicoleziegler6112]

As a Canadian I find it so cute how much you guys marvel at moose, and otters and beavers which are just so every day for us! Lol

[@jeninewatts5320]

Oh i loved your faces when you both saw the Moose so funny x

[@Bronwyn031]

No joke, I almost cried for you two when you finally got to see your moose! 💖💖💖

[@fabulouspinkmk10]

Oh one more thing, I was watching another video, where this person was just entering Canada and a local told her that he had lived in Canada for 25 yrs or more and never saw a moose. So I am so happy that you and Emma had that opportunity. Yippy .... amazing!!!!!!!

[@clarenced.950]

Seeing wildlife life moose and deer in their own environment never gets old but it sure was fun to see their excitement of seeing their very first one.

[@StephSancia]

I love Emma's *ALONE IN THE WOODS* facial expression on the video thumbnail 😰 Have a blessed week the 2 of you'se luvverlies

[@katiewilson1795]

Guys, that was spectacular, even more so seeing your reactions! We’re currently camping in our van near Glasto and saw a Heron take off and a Falcon just sitting in a field today, it reminds us what we are part of. Keep being our intrepid duo!

[@ellyntallon2255]

I ♡ how the universe taught you a lesson... You set your intentions of what you wanted to see.. BUT.. you kept trying to control it, even walked 35,000 steps looking for what you asked God/universe to provide... so when you finally gave up control... he turned your focus to his gift... just learn to chill and go with the flow ~~~~ and in divine right time your dreams and wishes will come true... have faith n trust.. peace out beans

[@TheSmdl]

The moose in the mist looked magical.

[@fabulouspinkmk10]

Alex!, I appreciate that you started at marker 4:38 with what you disliked about yourself and the reason behind it being impatient. I say this because I have been married to my wonderful husband for 41 years and I can relate with you. I recognized this in myself later in our marriage, and it was for my good. Maturing in patients is a blessing and it couldn't have come in a better way. I enjoyed watching this Tuesday evening and I hope you both have many more animal encounters.

[@megs_holland]

Alex's Moose dance is my new favourite thing!

[@autumvaught2660]

I cried when you saw the moose! Best day ever!

[@mommaj2758]

Such a beautiful and fun video! So happy you guys got to see a moose and such cute otters. The look on your faces was priceless 😊😊😊