RV LIFE in Seward ALASKA / Travel plans / RVing to Alaska / RV Fulltime Life

We've been planning this Alaska RV road trip for over a year and we're doing it. Enough talk, let's walk! Well...we'll drive but you get the picture.
Taking our Class C to Alaska so we can get to some remote areas and drive on roads less traveled. We've taken our Big Rig before but this time will be different. We're going to Denali and Tek campground but also the Dalton highway and so much more.
We head down to Seward, Alaska for a week in hopes of seeing Orcas this time. We missed them in 2017 so came up early in the season to catch them in Resurrection Bay. We have the campground to ourselves when we pull in so it's nice and quiet.
We check out the town and see what's going on as there is a cruise ship in port. We also want to try and hike to Exit Glacier. No joy as it's closed!
Whaaat?!? Kenai Fjords National Park is closed?!? We have to find out about this one since I want to hike the Harding Icefields.
Well, it's Sondra's birthday week so we go to where we know we'll see animals...Seward SeaLife Center! Looking for otters but unfortunately, they don't have them now.
A visit to a black sand beach and testing the water (it's tradition) is always a thing to do...and in Alaska it's usually cold!
A wildlife cruise is a special event and it's why Sondra got a new pair of weatherproof pants! The ocean is rough but the views are amazing. Alaska has such a diverse animal population that it's incredible.
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We like to Switch it Up between resorts and campgrounds.
Our journey is the destination. We want to share in our experiences in discovery of What's Next.
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Tracks:
Come Closer by Epidemic Sound
Six O'Pluck by Candelion
Staycation by Paper Twins
They'll build a statue of us by Adriel Fair
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We use the TSD card for diesel fuel and save a bundle each time we fill up our Big Rig. We also use it to fill up our Onan generator.
The big blue boards (XL version) we use sometimes to get us "un-stuck" is from:
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Our Class C is built by Thor Motorcoach on a Ford F550 chassis. It's a production build Magnitude model XG32. We tow our red Jeep Wrangler Sahara behind it. We've made some modifications to it so that we can boondock comfortably. Lithium batteries, Victron 3000w multi-plus inverter, dual alternators charge while traveling and mods to the water system greatly enhance it's boondocking capabilities.
Our extreme completely custom 5th wheel is built on a semi-trailer chassis with air suspension and air brakes. Completely loaded it weighs 42,000 lbs rolling down the highway. And we do roll down the highway nearly every week. You see, we believe that if your home has wheels they should be used.
Vehicles:
2016 Volvo VNL780 "Voyager"
2016 Smart fortwo "Pathfinder"
2019 SpaceCraft Custom built semi-trailer 5th wheel "Orion"
2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Class C "Curiosity"
2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara "Artemis"
Power system:
3250 watts of solar with Panasonic panels
30.1 KWH of Lithium batteries
2- 4K watt Magnum Inverters deliver power as if we are on shore power
2- 4K watt 240v Cotek Inverters deliver additional power for our LG Mini split HVAC and stove
Coachnet is our roadside assistance company we use but hopefully we don't use them too often. LOL
We are not sponsored by Whataburger but I do enjoy them anytime I can get my hands on one. They used to be just out of Texas but they have expanded.

[@paulmeinke9461]

Love watching. I grew up in Anchorage. Seward and Homer were our go to fishing areas. So many memories, so much i have forgotten though. THANK YOU.

[@ALongLongWaytoGO]

SO DID I…..I miss it soooo much. My dad and mom would take us every year down to the Russian River for salmon fishing. Best years of my life.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great area, appreciate you sharing your story. You're very welcome. Glad you are sharing in the journey. 😎

[@jeannealex2560]

Hi guys....thank you you for the video...we enjoyed watching from our warm...warm bed..😂...stay safe..J&A

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh, that's low, J&A... 😆 🤣... the sin is warm... when it's out! Appreciate the comments. 😁

[@sallytucker2354]

I was laughing so hard at the Sea Lion photo bombing behind you both. 😂😂😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol, that was funny, Sally. He was just sooo big! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@ALongLongWaytoGO]

You may be gone by now…..But I highly recommend the Railway Cantina there in Seward….The Blackened Halibut Burrito is AWESOME!!!!……And there are some amazing boon-docking spots along the river heading up to Exit Glacier.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We'll be back later and I think we may try to find those boondocking spots. We love being on the bay but up that road near or on the river would be cool! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@ALongLongWaytoGO]

@@bigtruckbigtravels as you head up the road towards Exit Glacier, you will see on your left, turn outs where people have gone through the trees and out onto the riverbed. Not all of these are in outstanding shape to get your motorhome through them. But there are several that are plenty good to get your motorhome through. I would suggest just taking the Jeep out there figure out which one you need to turn on to….mark it…. go back get the motorhome and all done. Glorious views with not a soul out there.

[@ffsrht]

Fabulous vlog and happy birthday Sondra from us 🎊 🎂🎂 Blair & Mel xx 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Blair & Mel. Sondra appreciates all the well wishes for her birthday. Thank you very much. We're excited that you are along on the journey. 😊

[@simonmills9427]

Thank you so much for sharing guys beautiful video and photos looking forward to the next one

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Simon. We enjoy sharing our experiences and glad you're along on the journey. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@harrisonchevy4452]

What a wonderful video. Full of beautiful adventures. I think this is best video yet based on content. Really cool 😎, thanks 🙏 so much. Happy Birthday Sondra.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Wow, thanks! Sondra enjoyed her birthday for sure. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@downtownbrowne77]

Happy Birthday!! Another banger video! Enjoy your trip!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks! I think she had a great birthday. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@marcomorissette7940]

Joyeux Anniversaire and thanks again for your great video and let us travel with you!! Used to cold from Quebec but still I prefer looking at whales when its warmer!! Stay safe and Thanks again! Travel safe

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Merci, Marco and we definitely enjoy viewing the whales in warmer weather...but sometimes you just have to grin and bear it. It was a fun day and we saw lots of wildlife which was "tres bon". Hope you have a great start to your summer and we'll see you next week. 😊

[@stephenglendenning1475]

🎉 happy birthday to you and thank you for show the photos. You be safe driving 🚗.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Stephen. I hope you have a great start to your summer and we appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@bradhowe5790]

Happy birthday Sandra I love you and David videos I wish I could be there with you have a good trip love you very much bye

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Brad. We're excited to have you along on the journey. This summer will be fun. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@rv2travel]

You all are fantastic! Thanks so much for sharing!❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're very welcome. We enjoy sharing our experiences. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comments and appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@cherylchamberland6744]

Happy Birthday! That was an amazing birthday present. Enjoying your trip so far, even all the closures. LOL.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Cheryl. The closures were definitely a little "thorn" in our side but I think we're over it now. It's June and places are opening up for the summer. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@louismartin8593]

I love watching your videos, thank you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Louis. We enjoy sharing our experiences. Thanks for the comments. 😃

[@garyjones5093]

Another great episode!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Gary. We enjoy sharing our experiences with everyone. Glad you're enjoying the journey in Alaska. More good stuff is around the corner. 😎

[@1sheinz]

Love these episodes. Brings back so many memories of my trip in 2016. For everyone who is wanting to travel thru CANADA and ALASKA in the shoulder seasons, PLEASE CONSIDER that CAMPGROUNDS ARE CLOSED TILL MAY LONGWEEKEND and then CLOSE ON LABOR DAY in the beginning of sept. Some stay open to OCT 1ST but not all. Also consider that public attractions and even resturants may NOT OPEN TILL THE KIDS ARE OUT OF SCHOOL in the end of june, and then again close after labor day in sept. KEEP up the great travel video's. CHEERS AND SAFE TRAVELS Steve h.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Steve. We knew we were taking a chance while driving through Canada before May Long but we wanted to get to Seward early. It worked out great. Thanks.

[@jamessteffey7146]

Oh y’all are making me miss Alaska so bad. In the summer there in Kenai, Alaska, and Soldotna the light poles that are beside the road has huge flower pots that are hanging from them and the colors are amazing. I fished the Kenai river and caught pink salmon but we would be setting in the boat and a seal would pop up out of the water with a salmon hanging out it’s mouth like nothing to see here folks. 😆

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...that is too funny, James. And totally Alaska! We have some friends in Soldotna and may try to get back down there in August for a little salmon fishing. Thanks for watching the channel and appreciate your comments. 😊

[@waseemmughal343]

OMG, Why KZbin didn't recommend me your channel before. Just Amazing. I wish someday, I'll taste such a luxury. Love You Guys. A lot of Love from Pakistan ❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We're excited you finally found us! I hope you're doing well over in Pakistan and let's explore Alaska together. 😊

[@waseemmughal343]

@Big Truck Big Travels For a subscriber, it's always a lovely experience if you get a reply from the person you like. So, yeah, I'm super excited. Thanks, stay blessed

[@pvdogs2]

Sondra, Happy Belated Birthday!!! Sometimes those wrong turns (we call them the scenic route) can be fun or atleast give you a laugh when you remember them years later.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. Usually a good story...later on when you remember....in the moment, it can be frustrating sometimes. This turned out great since we spotted the moose! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@skistrycharski6999]

It’s changed a lot since the 70’s 😱❤😊

[@Chris_at_Home]

I moved here in 79 and the Seward Highway was narrow and had narrow shoulders. I remember all the corners by the Hope Cutoff with the old bridge. There was very few places to pass. There wasn’t near as many people.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...it's changed a lot since 2017! They are making Seward Hwy better with more passing lanes and/or slow vehicle turnoff lanes.

[@tedtowle6300]

We've been watching your videos as we are leaving this weekend for Alaska and pretty much following the route you've been taking. Thanks for giving us a preview of what's to come!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome, Ted. You should have less snow, more open campgrounds and lower fuel pricing (maybe). Enjoy the journey, glad you're along on ours too!

[@rodlappin6147]

Happy Birthday Sondra. You got some great gifts.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks so much, Rod. It was a lot of fun. Safe travels...

[@futrade1]

Another great video, and belated happy birthday to you Sandra. Be safe folks 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Ed. Sondra had a great day...a little wet but it was lots of fun. We're glad you're along on the journey. 😊

[@petem6846]

Wonderful views of Seward! When we drove to Seward in a car, we stayed in Seward for 5 nights--best decision we made! Interesting that you choose to spend several days there as well. Not only did our stay in Seward give us a nice break from the constant driving (and a chance to do laundry) but, as you've showed, there are a wide variety of really interesting things to enjoy in Seward. Thanks so much for continuing to make these videos!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're very welcome, Pete. Seward is a nice area with lots to do. Beautiful around Resurrection Bay. Glad you enjoyed the video and your stay in Seward!

[@ptwhd]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@scottmulrooney8483]

Well, happy birthday Sondra! Good call on wildlife center, you guys Otter be able to see wildlife there!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Bahaha! That's a good one, Scott. I may steal it next time! 😏 appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@marilynjw367]

I love watching your videos. We went to Alaska in 2004 and 2010, and watching you reminds me of the places we visited. Thank you for the memories.❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is awesome, Marilyn! Good memories and we're glad to be able to rekindle them. Thanks for the comment. 😃

[@chrishoward4546]

Great video They just keep getting better Happy Birthday it sure looked like a phenomenal day THANK YOU for sharing this wonderful adventure

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Chris. It was a lot of fun...a little wet but a lot of fun. Sondra really did enjoy her day.

[@RVLifeSoaringTogether]

So much to photograph, I know you are having a blast. You will have to turn some of those shots into wall canvases for your spacecraft.

[@stephenbreckenridge6009]

Great video super pictures just like we were with you. Every step of the way. We just don’t see that in the lower 48. Can’t wait till what’s next.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Stephen. What's next is going to be some cool and unusual shots with some unique and very Alaskan activities. It will be fun. Glad you're enjoying the journey with us. 😎

[@jeffreycharles4211]

I'm not even an RV person, but am absolutely fascinated with the lifestyle. I am so thankful KZbin recommended me your channel. I've been addicted ever since. You two are truly entertaining, and seem like such wholesome, upbeat folk. I started off with the tour of Orion, and haven't looked back. The way you constantly handle adversity with positivity and optimism has truly been a joy to watch, and an influence on my own life. Y'all are just so clever, responsible, and fun loving, and the production quality is great. You both have such good qualities that complement each other. Better than most any "reality show" I've ever seen on TV. I'll stop now with my overly effusive praise lol, just wanted to fully express my appreciation. Looking forward to your future adventures 👍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Wow! Thank you, Jeffrey. We're glad you found us and appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃 We enjoy RV traveling and seeing the sights this beautiful country has to offer. Our home has wheels, so I guess we figure we'll use them! Really appreciate your kind words and looking forward to this journey together. 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@jeffreycharles4211 we just haven't gotten there yet. We used to live in the Carolinas for 25 years so we've been on the East Coast and Midwest for many visits. Next year, we'll visit a little further east than Utah. The Appalachian region is beautiful and we'll get to more of it. Thanks.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@jeffreycharles4211 lots of fun to see the National Parks. We're in good company and we're flattered for the compliment. Thank you so much.

[@edwardmcgowan5044]

Happy Birthday. Great pictures!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much 😀Edward. She had a great day on the bay. 😊

[@priscillasimon6169]

Love Alaska, went in 1998, 2005, 2012 and would to do it all over again but now we are in our 80’s Spent the summer each time and explored that most beautiful place. Love your videos because they bring to life once again our journeys. We pulled fifth wheels. Enjoy ‼️

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Priscilla. Our first time was in a 5th wheel as well. We wanted this trip to be a little different. Glad you're enjoying the journey with us.

[@josieruiz3946]

It's a little late UT Happy Birthday. LOVE HOW YOU TREAT EACH OTHER WITH LOVE.❤😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You are so kind and we appreciate it.

[@rgore35047]

Happy Birthday Sondra from sunny warm Florida

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...we're missing the warm temps that we had in Jan-Mar in Florida but the scenery up here is spectacular. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@SteveHorne]

Happy birthday Sondra! 🎉🎂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Steve. Sondra really enjoyed it with all the wildlife pictures she was able to take. Lots of good ones. And we saw Orcas! Thanks for watching. 😊

[@josieruiz3946]

It just relaxing watching your videos this really was nice watch all kinds of animals in the lake. Lord Bless You and Keep You Safe. 🙏

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Josie. Really appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@josieruiz3946]

Love the music at the end emptying the tanks 😅

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Josie. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Chris_at_Home]

40 years ago there was no gate and the road to Exit Glacier wasn’t paved. I camped near the river in early October many years ago. There were many places you could drive off the road to go down by the river. I always like going down there in May and then late August early September. You have the place pretty much to yourselves.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Later this summer, I think we'll check those out for some boondocking. Thank you. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@Chris_at_Home]

@@bigtruckbigtravels A nice campground on the Kenai is Captain Cook State Recreation Area at the end of N Kenai Rd. There is good agate hunting there along the rocky beach.

[@schpoe123]

You guys rock. I watch your videos all of the time. You guys are doing what my wife and I were getting ready to do, but unfortunately, I lost her to cancer in 2019. Who knows though maybe one of these days I will hit the road... keep it up

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. Sorry to hear about your wife but you never know what lies around the next corner. Appreciate your comments and watching the channel. See you next week.

[@lienepowell8308]

You must do Harding Ice Field! The hike up and the scenery (once you emerge from the woods) is just stunning. We did it last summer with our 5 and 7-year-old boys. If they could do it, so will you! :-) Bring your camera, snacks, lots of water, and bear spray and enjoy the journey! I think you'll love it.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh...we're definitely going to hike Harding Ice Fields later this summer...we want to make sure the snow has melted on the trail! I'll tell Sondra about your boys making the hike! Thank you.

[@Neverenoughsunsets]

Happy Birthday! We will be sure and bring warmer weather as we leave from Florida soon

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much...and yes, bring lots of warm weather...hurry! LOL Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@katebarker5612]

Thank you for sharing your trip. Alaska is somewhere I'll never get to. Too cold and wet for me. I hope your rig has good heating! I'm looking forward to the next episode. Happy Birthday.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Kate. It's a beautiful state and one we will return to again. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@ileanaadams6874]

Love watching your videos. Happy birthday!🎊 🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much. It was a great birthday. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@AmericaBound]

Happy Birthday!! Just a FYI for your husband diamonds make great birthday presents. Lol❤😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...that's a great idea. Appreciate your comment...maybe?!? 🤔😂🤣😎

[@MrCheddah13]

Thank you so much for sharing your adventures with all of us! These videos bring me so much joy!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're very welcome. We're glad to have you along on the journey. 😊

[@TheGrayLifewithJimPearl]

19:44 you got to see your otters. They were so cute

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes, she got her otters...she wants more though! Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@dougswife29]

Recipes please! Grilled pizza with homemade dough? Yes!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...it's on FB group, A Passion 4 What's Next

[@krisklopf1901]

The Sea life Center is pretty cool!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Pretty cool, Kris. Some unusual animals than what you'd see in another aquarium. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@crissybutterworth292]

Happy Birthday Sondra mine is on the 11th of June I love your videos I have watched them all and it makes my day when you upload on a Thursday have fun stay safe

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks so much, Crissy. Glad you can enjoy the journey with us. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@cathygriffith1641]

Beautiful video. I’m enjoying the scenery very much!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Cathy. The scenery is beautiful and we really enjoy trying to capture it's essence. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@skistrycharski6999]

The SeaCenter is 😱🤯❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We enjoyed it. Some really unique animals. Great setting too! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@Sushi2735]

When I live on the Georgia Coast, those little stinker Otters that I love so much, love getting up on you dock to hang out! Hanging out is so cool, but they also use you dock as their cat box. You hose it down, get it clean and the next morning, yup, you got it. Full again! I swear they get out of the water to get on the docks to do their business. But, Lord, they are so cute!! And the babies 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 rather have the otters and clean the dock. 🤣

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I'm sure they can be a nuisance but, man, they are cute!

[@Sushi2735]

@@bigtruckbigtravels , they are worth evert bit of hassle. And the babies ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@LindaLawton]

Happy birthday Sondra. 🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much, Linda. She had a wonderful birthday and really appreciates all the glad tidings from everyone. 😊

[@loydalexander154]

Hea guys looks cool ah happy birthday Sondra 🎉😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Loyd. It was a great birthday. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

What a great episode! The boat ride was a winner, glad you got to see your beloved otters Sondra. The scenery is outstanding up there, thanks for taking us along with you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Carol! Really appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching the channel. 😊

[@suesmith4436]

Thank you for taking us with you . Loved the wildlife, but scary about glazier

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Sue. It's probably a good thing that we are waiting on the icefields/glacier hike but it should settle down by later in the summer. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😎

[@annewold]

It's nice to see someone enjoying the state as much as I do. I also enjoy the unexpected glimpses of wildlife!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Beautiful state, Anne. In a weird sense, a lot of connections to Hawaii. We really enjoy catching a moose now and then. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@screddot7074]

I enjoy your videos. I get to be a part of the journey, see all the interesting places and things and no drama. Thanks and Happy Birthday.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Awesome! Thank you! We try to be drama free and do a little bit of planning up front so our days are stress free. We enjoy RV travel so for us, every day is a good day. We're very fortunate to be able to enjoy this lifestyle. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@jeffellis383]

I so enjoy watching your adventures in Alaska. Everything you did in this episode , my family and I did in 2020. Of course it was June not May… Had plans to go back this year and had numerous reservations in hand until life changed. Pink ribbons is our little FS right now. Next year. Thanks for the visual reminders of the awe inspiring beauty of Alaska. Cannot wait for the next installment…

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Jeff. We hope everything works out. That's not easy to deal with but try to keep a positive attitude. So very glad you're along on the journey and hope that it rekindles some great memories. Our thoughts are with you guys. ❤️

[@Sushi2735]

Happy Very Belated Birthday, what a way to spend it. The Aquarium is stunning! Such a treat on your birthday 🥳 🎊 🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🍨🍨🍨

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much 🤗. It was a great way to spend a day.

[@evalynnebudzinski3228]

When you go back to Seward in August, do a city tour of their beautiful murals. Pick up a guide at the information center. Nice city parks for camping, even if you aren’t right on the bay where they are packed like sardines.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Evalynne. We may try another dry camping spot closer to the river. That would be neat to tour the city for the murals. Appreciate the info.

[@supershuffle]

Wonderful episode. Thanks for sharing your fabulous journey to date in Alaska. Loved your many still images. Stay safe you guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome, Todd. Sondra likes to take pics, so that's usually hers. Glad you enjoy it.

[@billstoys8324]

When you are on the Seward Hwy next have dinner at the Double Musky Inn in Girdwood. Great food and a beautiful view of the ski area. The airport is interesting as well. Another great video. Thanks so much.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Bill. Great info on the restaurant. We may be passing by there with some time later this month. Appreciate your comments and time watching the channel.

[@joycewayman5907]

Thank you for taking us on your Alaskan adventure 🙋‍♀️

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're very welcome, Joyce. We're excited to have you along on the journey. 😊

[@edwardsweeten4152]

Awesome pictures. Thank you for taking us on that boat tour

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it. You were drier than we were on that trip!

[@steveddavis]

I'm with David, what a cool hike 😎 Great video, thanks!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh yeah, Steve. I'm going to do it this time around... should be super cool.

[@robingastonia9192]

I am really enjoying your videos. I wish yall would go to Katmai National Park to Brooks Falls and see the Coastal Brown Bears fishing for salmon. The fish are late this year. I watch the cam all the time, love those bears. No roads there only sea plane or boat, no cars at all.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Well, Robin, you may get your wish. Our name's were drawn to stay at Brooks Lodge by the falls so we hope to be there in several weeks and stay a few nights. We hope we're not too late in the season so a late running of the salmon is a good thing for us. Thank you very much.

[@martysmith-BonneyLake]

Great footage and relaxing to watch! Happy Birthday Sondra…sticker, chai tea and brownies! It’s the little things in life. Also, I’m betting the Exit glacier is a done deal. David seems determined!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

So true, Marty. I'm definitely going to hike it! Sondra was in her happy place that evening! Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@davidwilliams6645]

So glad y'all are enjoying yourself. And Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much 🤗, David. Alaska is a fun trip. Thanks for watching.

[@thousel9325]

H🎂ppy Birthday You have talked a little about about making journals with your daughter. Could you please share some of them? Your creativity, please. We are enjoying your videos.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's a joint venture between her and our daughter each week. She uses a lot of stickers and tries to theme each week based on where we are located/visiting. We're thinking of incorporating some of her journal decorations in some future video's but we're still working on how to do it. Thank you for the comment and appreciate your time watching the channel. 😎

[@thousel9325]

@@bigtruckbigtravels just a short video. And extra video. Looking forward to seeing her creativity

[@aeconsulting1]

Great video! We would like the hike up too. Nice boat tour, reminded me of a boat tour in the Fjords in Norway near Stavanger. Beautiful even when it’s colder and cloudy. Safe travels!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...oh, we're doing the hike! Thank you very much. The landscape on the boat tour is really cool to see. I'll bet the fjords in Norway are really spectacular! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@dianedarcy4812]

Great birthday 🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It was great! Thanks, Diane. Appreciate your comments.

[@mrsjudys]

Each week is better and better! Fantastic scenery! Thank you!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. Lots of fun and more to see! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@billdavis2466]

Happy birthday Sandra I watch your videos every week looks like you are having fun This is my first time leaving a message you both are great enjoy the journey and be safe

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much, Bill!! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@scottashe8463]

Happy belated birthday 🎉Sandra

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

She had a great one, Scott. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@badgerpa9]

Happy Belated Birthday Sondra. What do you use for a camera and lenses for your photography? Looked like a wonderful boat trip. Stay safe and healthy.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. She had a great day on the bay. She uses a Nikon 5500 with a 300mm lens. She really likes Canon and may upgrade...one day...she's kind of cheap...LOL. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@YTLaShHaQu4]

All your adventures are beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome...and thanks for watching.

[@krisklopf1901]

I love Sea Otters!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sondra's favorite for sure!

[@jeanneprice6736]

Some of those ducks are so perfect in color and design that they look manmade. Beautiful.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I know, Jeanne. Natures colors are amazing for sure. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@Porkie71]

You have a new subsriber here! Fantastic videos and pictures!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Richie. Glad you found us and excited to have you along on the journey. This summer will be fun in Alaska.

[@piushorning4869]

I know you work hard at putting these videos together but I have one problem with them. when I'm really getting into them, they end. Guess I just enjoy watching all your adventures. Thank you

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sorry about that...Sondra agrees with you...she keeps lobbying for 60 minutes! I really don't try to hit a certain time...just end each one when it feels right. Really appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@IanDoberman]

Great video and Happy Birthday 🥳

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you!! 😁 Appreciate your comments.

[@deborahhuckaby4623]

Hi guys. I was wondering, how do you come up with the names for all your vehicles? They're very unique!! Happy belated birthday, Sondra❤🎉. Alaska had its first snowfall in August last year so hopefully you guys will have better luck and it won't snow so early.

[@hotladyleo]

All names of space craft. They mentioned in a past video😊

[@deborahhuckaby4623]

​@ladyleo65 Oh okay, thank you!!

[@billhill8570]

Ninilchik - 30 miles before Homer - JJ Smart fishing charters and campground - great people. Also there is a State Park right on the Cook Inlet a mile away. First Class Thia Restaurant there too!

[@billhill8570]

I watched alittle more and there you are going up the hill to JJ Smarts - cool

[@tonycathyhickman2512]

Happy Birthday, Sondra! Beautiful video & pictures. Could you put a link to the Orca Tour you used? Thanks so much for all the great content!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It was a lot of fun. Good weather helps but it was a great day nonetheless. Here's the tour we took. majormarine.com/tour/7.5-hour-kenai-fjords-national-park-cruise/

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We really enjoyed the campground we stayed, Bill. Great burgers at the Blue Bus in Anchor Point. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@billhill8570]

@@bigtruckbigtravels the Cheeky Moose laundry mat has Speed Queen washers and driers - best in AK - (across from blue bus)

[@gailthompson4102]

Sondra, I know its nothing to do with Alaska but the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California has otters or at least they did when we were there.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Been there and they were awesome.

[@aquablue3803]

Thank you l feel like l was in A laska

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome. And as long as you're with us, you are in Alaska sharing in this journey! See you next week.

[@hotladyleo]

I have a sister lives in Seward. She has been tryn to get me to come visit but I dont take cold weather too well after living in Louisiana for past 40 yrs

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Try visiting in August, it's your better chance for good weather. The bay at Seward is beautiful. You should visit her. Neat town with some personality.

[@damienbell3155]

The reds come into confluence June 14th. The sanctuary opens then reds push up Russian ,,,, did u catch the mount marathon on July 4th in Seward. If your here at end of august Valdez will have a silver salmon halibut derby. 2nd run of reds will push through Kenai river july 17-22 hope u get to fish. 1st silver was caught in ship creek today in anchorage

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Good info, Damien. We were in Seward over the 4th of July on our first trip. Very unique experience with the race, festivities and the fireworks going off at midnight! We'll be back on the KP in mid-August so hope to fish with some friends who live up here. Salmon were "late" this year but it sounds like it will be a good run. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@damienbell3155]

@@bigtruckbigtravels luv your ch binge watching currently. Luv the humor you two are awesome 👏🏽

[@tonyjohnson3396]

You guys were standing on the banks of the Kenai river, left and up river was what is called the sanctuary and it opens later than the rest of the river. Above the sanctuary is the confluence where the Kenai flows from the left and the Russian flows from the right. If you get back down and get the chance you can camp in the Russian river campground and hike to the Russian river falls.

[@tonyjohnson3396]

You can actually see the salmon trying to make it up the falls if you are there later this summer.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey, Tony. Thank you. We may be back in August to the KP. Thanks for the info. We wanted to see the ferry operate but it was too early. Hope you are having a great summer so far. Appreciate your comments.

[@tonyjohnson3396]

@@bigtruckbigtravels we were just in Seward and went out on one of our camping buddies boats. We caught some halibut, pacific cod, and other rockfish. We also hooked a couple of stingray, long drawn out fight for disappointing results lol. Hope you are enjoying yourselves.

[@lindawalker404]

Happy Birthday Sonndra and so sorry that l have been calling you Ronndra in the last 2 videos. And you have been sending reply to me for A guy called Bo🎉 ..

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Linda, we know it's a different spelling for her name, so many people get the spelling wrong. We appreciate your checking in on us weekly, and hope that your summer is starting off great. No sure who "Bo" is but there is a restaurant chain in the South called Bojangles with good fried chicken. Be safe.

[@rodstanley881]

Happy birthday

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Rod. She had a great birthday and really enjoyed all the heartfelt greetings from everyone. 😍

[@barbarastegen2657]

Happy birthday Sandra the boat ride was wonder I have question for Sandra what kind of chai tea do you drink the name of the chai tea

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Barbara. I use Tazo Chai Tea bags and mix with some twinings tea. David will use a splash of the Tazo concentrate for a more "peppery" flavor when heated up to temp. Thanks for watching.😊

[@barbarastegen2657]

@@bigtruckbigtravels thank you going to try it

[@rhondaswan516]

You are here very early. The ferry on Russian River runs later. We had a very hard long cold snow winter with record snow falls. Not sure if your exact dates, but fishing might not be open on the Russian.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Rhonda. We talked to a few people and they said the salmon are running later. No fishing at Russian River until later in the summer. Appreciate your input. 😊

[@rhondaswan516]

@@bigtruckbigtravels when fishing is open on the Russian, parking is difficult. There are five different salmon in Alaska and they don’t all run/spawn at the same time.

[@daverussell9875]

We have enjoyed watching your videos. I was wondering what type of water filter that is that you have?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's on the Amazon page of ours under RV items but it's a Kintim 3 in 1 water filter. Space was a concern in our Class C but I still wanted a multi-stage type filter. This one has been great. Thanks for watching the channel.

[@edwardashworth5195]

Looked at your Amazon site for what brand of pole you use for the satellite dish but no luck. Thanks

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sorry, Edward. This is all very new to me. I have updated the Amazon site. The pole is under "Communications". It's a flag pole buddy rv kit for starlink. works well. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😊

[@cherylchamberland6744]

Gone back to rewatch Alaska. Did your friends separate from you? I haven’t seen their rig in drone or from the water videos in a few episodes.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes. They were people we met at a rally and were afraid to drive to Alaska so asked to tag along. Once we crossed the border, they said "adios" which was a complete surprise to us.

[@shanedeveley731]

Really enjoying all your video's!! Curious because you only seem to have a single solar panel, how can you boondock for seven days without shore power?? Do you need to run your generator a lot to charge the batteries??

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes. We had to run it about 2 1/2 hours a day when we didn't travel and only about 1 hour on travel days.

[@steverobbo55]

Mate 😂👍👍🇬🇧

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Cheers, Steve. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@stephanleslie]

History of naming Resurrection Bay??? Did you find anything on that? Beautiful part of our country. Hoping I will be doing just what your doing in another year! P.S. Happy Birthday!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you and yes, we saw descriptions and history at several places. This kind of sums it up: "The bay received its name from Alexandr Baranov, who was forced to retreat into the bay during a bad storm in the Gulf of Alaska. When the storm settled it was Easter Sunday, so the bay and nearby Resurrection River were named in honor of it." Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😎

[@stephanleslie]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I have to laugh, was on a crab boat for two years in the Bering Sea and trust me if you've been through one of Alaska's storms, you can say you are "Resurrected" !!! LOL

[@stephanleslie]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I had to laugh, spent two years on a crab boat in the Bering Sea, and yes if you can last through one of Alaska's storms, you are "Resurrected" LOL

[@lesliemoushey]

What drone are you using for some of your shots? Great info for our trip planning!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I've been using a DJI Mini2

[@lesliemoushey]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Thank you. I will look into that!