This is Harder Than You Might Think...

[@sonyahaley7350]

We purchased a 5th wheel horse trailer & loaded it with the items we thought we would need the most. Our hunting rifles were put in a lockable container that we put at the back of the trailer for access in case border security wanted to see them. Pistols were shipped from our local sporting goods shop to another in Alaska. Took extra tires & parts for trip up. Once here we rented for first year, sold the horse trailer for the same amount we purchased it for & have never regretted our decision. But I must say this, Alaska is not for everyone whether you are off or on the grid!❤

[@Chris_at_Home]

I sold everything except what fit in a small pickup when I moved here. I was able to find everything I need to live once I got here. The Alcan was mostly just a gravel road then.

[@hilltopgirl2665]

Alaska is safe from me- even if I could. I live in rural australia and our small town is overrun with folks coming from the city, only 3 hours away. They buy up big, try to make it look like a magazine spread then sell up again. There are no parking places for locals and it's difficult to get any handy men, traders or doctors' appointments. No one knows anyone now. They want animals they know nothing about. Progress, so called, happens but they dont stay to be part of what used to be our district. I wish we could move further away but land prices are crazy and away involves all the problems you mentioned. Moving is a huge decision and settling into a new community not always easy. While nothing like Alaska, our alpine winters are long and dreary too. God bless you, Alone.

[@bethgruenewald7463]

Important reminder to count the cost before making a life changing decision. Thanks.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I was able to do it pretty cheap. I had a brother that moved here before me and owned a property with a dry cabin my son and I stay in till I got on my feet. The first summer I did odd general labor jobs around the Mat Su. Then I got jobs using my electronics knowledge. It is expensive to live here if you want a quality lifestyle where you can get out and enjoy the outdoors away from the road system. I’ve been here 45 years now and winters are getting too long for my old bones.

[@ibislife]

Important reminder. Being born and lived on 60degrees north my entire life, I dont understand people wanting to move to this climate! 😂😂😂 I would love to move south, where gardening season is endless. But I agree with everything you say here. It is depressing to not see the sun for a little over a month during the winter. We are in another snow/ice storm right now. With risk of falling trees and power outages. I love to watch videos of properties in Italy, but will never buy one I believe. One can always dream. 💖 Happy weekend where ever you are.

[@lynzysconstitutionalcrashc7836]

Hey there! I'm someone that traveled North for this cold climate. I grew up in Phoenix. Had over 30 summers where it was over 110° for a month and a half. Not much grows in an Arizona summer that doesn't have thorns. I can recommend it if you need to thaw out 😉....I however, needed to congeal 😂 I spent several years in one of the Northern states before God lead me here...I did experience snow and negative temps before taking my leap 👍

[@rudolphferdinand3634]

Well, for me, I can not see living anywhere else. Yes, I wasn't born here, but I came here via the US Army in 1978; my birth state was stationed in California before coming to Alaska. I have known people who left the State of Alaska only to return 7/8 years later; they should have stayed.

[@darleenlime8012]

I have to thank you for a wonderful presentation on ill effects of living in Alaska. My wife and I have been here for the past 50 plus years and both of us being health workers have seen many folks suffering from family separation, light deprecation, loneliness and overwhelming other issues. You have highlighted many of these issues, but had not stressed the availability of local resources. There are few inexpensive stores for food, fuel and other necessities and often a great distance from your location.. Sometimes you find yourself traveling a half day to and from and the time, fuel and wear and tear on your vehicle is substantial. Additionally, you will need to provide some shelter for your vehicle and as you pointed out a battery charger, and also a engine block heater. Additionally you need to find medical providers near by that will accept your insurance. The list keeps getting longer as you examine all these issues. Plan well my friend. John in Anchorage

[@christinecortese9973]

Very good points. After a lot of study and planning for an off grid lifestyle my decision has been to continue enjoying my electrified, plumbed home. It’s cheaper and easier at this point. But I’ll know what to do if that ever changes.

[@TJ-cn9wq]

First time I heard anyone addressing mental health... Great info. thx

[@laksha_kotlu]

yep, with all day sun in California i become MAD 🤣

[@denisescull4227]

Before relying on the helicopter insurance - my parents live in rural Oklahoma. They didn't know that an EMT had to ok the call for the helicopter. The reason my parents got the insurance was because an ambulance wouldn't travel to their house. They finally convinced the ambulance to meet them on a larger road. Not to be too graphic but it went like this... My mother had a stroke in the yard, all of the calling and arrangements happened. My father and sister loaded my unresponsive mother in a van and met the ambulance on the highway. They drove her to the hospital that had the helicopter but not the services to take care of her. The helicopter took her to a larger hospital. They didn't know the questions to ask when purchasing the useless helicopter insurance. Had the helicopter come when my dad first called maybe my mom would have lived, but we'll never know. Check the details and make sure they'll actually come to your home and that you have a place for them to land. I hope this helps. Thanks for all of the info, very interesting

[@billysutton3337]

Great video Alone! So informative, and interesting even to those of us with no plans to move to Alaska. Something that occurred to me was that when the Michells In Alaska moved to Alaska from Missouri they drove through multiple Canadian Provinces/Territories. One had a law against tandem trailers, and one of their three pickups was indeed towing two trailers. They had to unhook one and leave it there while they continued on to the next province. Then the one truck unhooked the remaining trailer and returned for the one left behind, while the family waited. I'm sure they were wishing they had researched a little deeper than they had.

[@robertgraves3215]

That was very real and genuine. You probably saved 100 lives .

[@Lapizzafattaincasa]

dear Alone, everything you say is absolutely true and should be taken into due consideration before making the decision to avoid problems and disappointments. you are a truly strong woman and it shows in everything you offer us. you managed to organize yourself as best as possible and you carry on doing many things on your own. Please, always be careful and careful. stay safe, especially with that terrible cold you have over there. a dear hug from Sardinia (Italy). Sergio

[@livingintheforest3963]

A life-changing decision is just that I moved from the city all the way out into rural Oregon. It’s not Alaska but it is a complete culture shock and lifestyle change for ever. Sometimes I’m dying to go back home and I miss people but then I think what I would miss here and how I might regret that change. Before you make these decisions, think long and hard spend a lot of time because once you go, it’s never the same again. Your whole mind and body will be different!!

[@calisingh7978]

What is the negative moving to rural Oregon

[@livingintheforest3963]

Well, unfortunately for me, it’s the people and everyone has sort of said the same thing. Oregonians are super isolationist and very aloof. Living in the city I had many, many friends and it was really easy for me to make friends and be social all the time. Also, we had sunshine and everything was Easy and available, including going to school and working and doing all the things I was doing. Out here I’m very isolated it’s very dark and a very dank type of weather and again I am living rural, so I’m not in a suburb or a community. There’s also a lot of really, really older people where I live and they seem kind of bitter unfortunately. I’m not young but I look super young and sound really young so I think they just are angry in general? If you’re from Oregon, you might not feel this way, but if you come to Oregon, you will notice all this. Other people tell me the same thing so then I know it’s not just me.

[@ryanAk4983]

She is definitely right about the vitamin d I lived in Alaska my whole life work on the north slope oilfield 2 weeks on 2 off for 16 years where in the winter the sun doesn’t break the horizon and stays around-20 to-60 Fahrenheit The lack of sun doesn’t really affect my mood just because I’ve been doing it 16 years, but it definitely does cause vitamin deficiencies.

[@ScottsLifeOffGrid]

Another great episode, Thank you!

[@lynzysconstitutionalcrashc7836]

I recently moved (10 months ago) almost 4,000 miles from the lower 48 to this gorgeous wintery place. It was pricey...taking the ferry would have been more-so. The drive was absolutely stunning going through Canada into AK. I'm looking forward to having my 2nd AK garden this year and exploring more.

[@brucemartin2882]

Current prices in Pensacola Fl. Milk 2.75 Gas 3.00. Was 2.69 few weeks ago. 18 eggs..2.50 Cheap bread is 1.19 Home owners insurance is going higher and higher.. Average about 150.month for standard 3br.2ba.. Cigarettes 7.50- 9.50 pack. Thanks for the imfo.. I would love to visit for a couple months..

[@OurCabinInThewoods]

This was a great video. Thanks for sharing. Stay warm and be safe.

[@1968alaskan]

Second comment, never first! /grin You bring up a lot of good points, that I don't even think of anymore. Fresh perspective is always good! Enjoyed the show. You help many to be prepared. If there is nothing more to say about Alaska, it's be prepared! Plan for the worst, and enjoy the best!

[@glendaanderson1119]

Thank you for this valuable information! I have lived in Wisconsin for 52 years so its not the cold that would do it. But the amount of money involved to just get there and live there is nuts. Ive seen what food cost alone...my Gd! I cant see the pay out on being there, unfortunately, and I can get eaten by animals here for less money. 😄

[@connielipp8648]

Good Morning Alone, Thank you for another well-done video- Full of needed info before a life altering move. Lots of wisdom to chew on.. Til next time. Blessings

[@jburnett8152]

I think I would have thrived in Alaska in my younger years, but not anymore. Nice video.

[@carriann3725]

Definitely a Life changing decision making must take place before moving to Alaska. Thank you for your insight and advice about living in Alaska. Another great video my friend. 🏔️💖🤗❄️🐶

[@joanmerriken9216]

For me unfortunately I found Alaska too late in life, but I can live it vicariously thru you. Thanks for a wealth of information. Stay safe!

[@robertbartmann8470]

Great job giving the many important things to really think about before moving to Alaska.Going off grid demands that ya person is a jack of all trades, unless you want to pay through the nose, to have things done for you. We would love to move to Alaska, but leaving our family would be impossible, so we spend the money to visit Alaska to live out our dream that way., like we are presently doing. It has been awesome so far this week.A little to warm around Palmer or Anchorage. But here in Nelchina, it's perfect. Take care, Alone.

[@PandJsHomesteadAdventure]

Hi Alone! So many things to consider when visiting, or moving to Alaska. TY for all the great info, especially on the ferry, and firearms. See you on the next one!

[@Prairie7777]

I moved my family to Alaska in 1992. The company we used was Lynden trucking. They are exemplary and I have only great things to say aout them. They are an Alaskan company and if you plan to move to alaska, I advise first secure a residense in Alaska. Then ship your belongings via Lynden Trucking. You won't regret it. I know I don't!!!

[@ericschwepker2906]

As always, Alone, you have always given great advice, especially with this video. Your videos are helping Me getting prepared for my move to Alaska. Thank you and God Bless.

[@ramiromarin4002]

Wowwwwww, this was the most amazing video I have ever seen. I being thinking about going to Alaska for quite some time now. But it is very expensive I see. Sweet heart, I thank you so much for that. And just so you know. So far I have not seen any body more beautiful than you. With all respect.

[@NoOneUKnow-c3y]

Thanks for a very informative video. As much as I love watching other people live the Alaskan dream, I will be first to say that it is not for me. I do not mind living off-grid and have done that many times, but I don't like the cold or the no sun. I love the sun, it makes me so happy.

[@patriciaherman6499]

Great information really enjoyed the last few videos. Hopefully people who plan on moving to Alaska will heed your advice. Hugs to Kenai Blessings to you and the family. 😊🇺🇲

[@cosmicwings7211]

Hi Sister Alone. Again a very interesting video. You really put so much effort to collect so many important information. We lived in 5 different countries, including Asia...and it's really true, take your time to consider pro and con and money investment into the move...before you move. Mental stability is a very important point. Much love from Italy❤🎉

[@pamvancleave6722]

Wow - had no idea regarding all these xtra expenses. For example even the Ferry will cost ya. This is a great informative video. 🎉

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Watching now - have a great evening

[@BecomingVT]

This was extremely informative, my goodness I didn't think about all of these factors prior to your video. I am looking forward to catching up on your videos in Alaska, Alone. Someday I hope to visit Alaska. So happy to have found your channel. Coral

[@LeeInMaine]

Very informational, Alone! Thank you for you honesty!😊

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Great points Alone that I would have never known. Great video. You please be safe.

[@williamramey1959]

You presented very good points, information, and advice.

[@MitchellsInAlaska]

Good information for people interested in moving here

[@Perky39]

Thank you for making these informative videos !! Keep them coming

[@FoodForestPermaculture]

Fantastic content . Thank you kindly for sharing . Enjoyed your live stream . Good night

[@MsCar2008]

Another great video, some people don’t really think about the importance of due diligence. You a real trouper to take this journey on. Good luck.

[@davidriley8590]

Thank you, very interesting i would have moved to Alaska when i was younger, but not now im to old. you need to be very fit to survive out there

[@rushingwindmountain]

Great and helpful information and of big help for those relocation to Alaska👍👍👍

[@billwilliams1842]

Thank you for some new ideas IF I ever get to relocate. Good work!

[@lisaogg6337]

Enjoyed the whole video. A lot of excellent information. Thanks. Huge and kisses to sweet Kenai. Take care and God Bless

[@huntingandstuff9489]

Really good info

[@weedeater6946]

Awesome :) thank you for sharing Alone !

[@AnneHeyns]

Great info and video! I subscribed.

[@63Clocks]

Interesting and helpful information, thanks Alone!

[@cabracove]

Wait what? The Cassiar isn't mostly gravel. It is all paved, where did you get that from? I was born and raised in AK and travel the Alcan or the Cassiar every year. The only bad thing about it is there is no cell service from Kitiwanga to the 97 Junction and fewer services

[@CordlessTool907]

Great video again , and some really good advice!😊

[@jiminalaska]

Taking firearms through Canada is ok as long as its pretty much hunting firearms, no black plastic is a general rule. Shotguns, bolt action and lever action are generally OK, they charge 25$ Ca. at the border.. I have driven the Ak highway 11 times and had firearms most of the time and no problems, but I followed there laws. 50k rounds of ammo is allowable.

[@joanntwiss4429]

Thank you for the video it was interesting. Take care and stay safe.

[@myreasonforlife.9511]

Other channels actually gone in stores and showed prices, nawww I'm good to much for me, plus i hate being cold. Don't get me wrong it's mouth dropping beautiful, I'd visit and thaiit. Hug pup for me.❤

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Great information as always!

[@annahoover5296]

Good afternoon alone,good information.

[@H2R5GSXR]

All that snow fell on my street.

[@yoop177]

Excellent info

[@laruedouglas7972]

Very good information 😊.

[@Home2Alaska]

Thanks for this episode! I purchased my cabin almost a year ago and have a truck that I need to get there from Florida. This has been very helpful! I’ve enjoyed the several visits I’ve made to my cabin there and moving to the next steps with getting a vehicle in place to prevent renting each time I’m up. Thanks again for this video and the others that have given me ideas, helpful information and made this adventure easier and more fun!!!

[@DynamiteDaynaD]

Excellent video!

[@franklinfx]

this is one of the reasons I eliminated AK from possible states to move to, as fascinating as it is, I have wayy too much booms and seeds to legally transport to AK, plus the cost of the ferry was insane. I also couldnt give up whitetail and turkey hunting even for a chance at a moose

[@LottieMatiskella]

Thank you for this information.

[@kathyw1710]

OMG you are so informative. No one has ever given such resourceful information such as you and what it takes to get there. I thank you for your videos. I look forward to subscribing to your channel. Thank you we need more people like you.

[@alaskacutthecord769]

Lovw the video! Great advice!

[@danielcalabrese5798]

hey if its your dream...live it...and i love the way you try........you go girl....lol..tc

[@marianfrances4959]

Awesome info! 👍😎🇨🇦

[@sheilabundren2037]

Thanks for sharing.

[@johnboggan4390]

Very good video and thank you much. 😅

[@Plimothrock]

Great info-Thank You.

[@patdavis8018]

Thank you😊

[@ReneeBrown-k1r]

Alaska is my dream! Thank you for sharing the cost of everything. I really want to staÿ in WINTER. I want to see all the snow! Do you know of a place with reasonable prices??? I just found you,Thank you!

[@Jana-j6d5w]

Are you working on the stairs,interior???????? Waiting!!!!!😉

[@OldSchoolAlaska]

Alone in jeans? Do I have the right channel? 😂 In all seriousness wonderful information and thanks for doing your best to educate your viewers.

[@DanielL-ee7fe]

It's not that you want to live that type of life. One need to think deeper. Need to think whether want to live through one's life and die there. It's the same for any life styles. I grow up in high altitude. Short winter days always give me such a warm feeling.

[@DebbieDee-lx6uk]

I'm too old to start my dream. Maybe in another life. Love your channel. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@judyoliver533]

Great job!

[@sarahschlosser1203]

Double check with "flight insurance" because not all are created equally since regulations have changed. And verify what they will cover land or air. Look at MASA they are a true insurance company.

[@gloriamoore766]

I have MASA but it's $29. monthly!

[@Chris_at_Home]

If anyone has ever had a DUI going through Canada may not be an option. I know a few people that were denied access because of this. I had a coworker that was working on getting passage after having a DUI almost 20 years ago and he was denied passage.

[@tonylam9548]

One key point you totally failed to mention in all your videos, and that apply to any remote areas from civilization. They are best suited to younger people with no known medical issues. If someone is over age 55, need regular doctor appointments and cannot do much physical work, Alaska is not for you, unless you have a death wish or do not mind your time on earth terminate a few years early. That point was driven home to me when I lost 2 people living alone in a big city, they had strokes and were not discovered for 30+ hours. One case were discovered earlier because neighbor discovered snow were not cleared as fast as normal, if this person was in remote Alaska, he can stay there almost as long as the "Iceman" in northern Italy. Home life are not as regulated, but in work places, Canada had long ago banned people working alone. In any emergency , it will take an ambulance hours to reach someone away from the cities. That is if they can find the place or did not get stuck themselves. Alaska have one advantage, few illegal migrants made it up that far to over whelm your medical services and eat up all your tax dollars.

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

How did you manage dog on ferry?

[@larryshipley7645]

Alone do your friends you worked with still give you a hard time about wanting to go to alaska

[@codya8684]

❤❤

[@marlamartucci6071]

Any updates as to when the cross gulf service will return?

[@j.r.3215]

Alaska Marine Highway Information Phone number [phone]

[@JayBirdsDay]

👍🏼

[@davefisher1417]

poor caribou😧

[@inge191157]

OMG poor poor pets on the ferry 🐾🐾😢😢

[@j.chriswatson6847]

First comment. First for everything...... Good reality check video.

[@mikeh2772]

Good advise for anyone considering moving to north. I grew up 50 minutes north of 60. Been down here at 38 degrees for the last 40 years, like it a lot.

[@lljl5310]

SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!

[@Deb57C]

We drove up from the East Coast with a pickup towing a front end loaded that we used to build a house. Now we fly up annually since we snowbird. I flew up with my firearms, no problem. I bring up whatever I can’t readily get in AK. Everything else, we bought up there. It was far cheaper to buy new dishes than to ship up my old ones.

[@joycewedel9084]

Excellent video & once again extremely thorough. Perhaps you could put ALL that information into a booklet that people could buy to support you but extremely helpful to them by having to be able to refer to it rather than having to write it all down from your videos. You could even include a checklist and also a "Bugout Bag" to keep handy while living in Alaska especially due to sperratic weather conditions & power outages, etc. You explain things so perfectly so you'd be supplying a great service to others as well as making an income for yourself & maybe could list it on taxes as a donation rather than sales on your taxes if that can benefit you. I don't know a thing about that & taxes. Plus.... A booklet could easily be mailed & since that's considered media mail it will be cheaper and even better would be that anyone could print it out themselves for a little cheaper price. You could even have CDs made,... Whatever way is more cost effective for you & the viewer/subscriber. You really would be providing a great service!

[@joycewedel9084]

You could also offer a series of booklets like lists of all campgrounds/RV prices & most travel time to get to stores from remote areas as well as the higher prices of groceries & being prepared & prepping for road closings & rules on hunting/keeping wildlife & those costs & foraging edible plants/weeds in Alaska & so much more.

[@smurfman6377]

AS a single male that hunts, fishes garden and traps. What would be a rough guess of moving to Alaska? I am a hermit type, all my belongings fit in my van.{including 4 firearms and ammo for them} .What would you reamend for necessary income for food, sanatory supplies, fuel for lamps and travel to shop bi yearly? I am checking remote off grid locations

[@craiglittle7367]

You sound like you’re getting frustrated with off grid life. I hope I am wrong. Enjoy your videos.

[@lisacooper6681]

Uh. Interesting. All this time I thought we lived in a free country. 😂

[@lorrainedunbar4274]

I appreciate your warnings on all levels. But you come off as you not wanting people to go or move to Alasksa !!!

[@Fer-b1d]

"Most wonderful one !" 😮😁 No offense; NO way ! To travel yes; but DEFINITELY not to live !! 🇺🇸🙏

[@marvinhare]

sounds like living in hell to me ,

[@patriciag.6395]

How many times in one video can you say Alaska....😂😂.

[@commonsense3895]

i thought it was in the states..............sounds more another country