Alaska Off-Grid Adventure ....7 months of isolation in the Aleutian Islands

[@boomerdiorama]

+ The life of a caretaker is one of the most unique experiences in life. My wife and I applied for this caretaker position to Shelly and Buck in the spring of 1999. They offered it to us. However, unforeseen circumstances arose and we were forced to defer the opportunity to this lovely couple (Dave and Brooke). We are now in our fifties and still caretakers to this day in British Columbia. What a great story. Thumbs up.

[@Bushradical]

WOW! You're kidding!!! That is some kind of coincidence. Well I guess you get to see what you missed that winter. I would love to sit down and share some stories with you and your wife of care taking.

[@boomerdiorama]

Yeah. That would be cool.

[@mmac6410]

Hi Dave , In my opinion you have a wonderful relaxing melodic voice so much so that when David Attenborough retires they should consider giving you his Job as I haven’t heard anybody else talk as soothing as you do ,all one needs is a BIG log fire crackling in the background & a rocking chair reading a good book & a delish., mug of Brooke,s coffee . Blessings to you both & your lovely family Thank you all . Marion

[@Bushradical]

Thank you very much. I would LOVE David Attenborough's job.....I'll wait for them to call me.

[@haroldholland1316]

The Aleutian Islands brings back memories of many years ago 1962 as a young sailor aboard a naval destroyer. I would make 2 more 6 month trips to to WESPAC. Our fleet of destroyers and an aircraft carrier got into a typhoon, the worse I would see. Our ship was running low on fuel the aircraft carrier was try to refuel us which they often did. It was the job of the young sailors to pull the fuel lines across. Suddenly a large wave swept across the deck sending everyone down the deck, my arms was grappling for anything to hold onto, suddenly I grabbed something it was the outer rail that saved me from going over board. It’s an experience I’ll never forget and I’ll never forget the Aleutian Islands! The fuel lines broke and we had to refuel later. Love your channel!

[@cindyedwards6924]

You have a nice way of storytelling.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks! I appreciate that.

[@lovemountains5517]

I agree.

[@saginawdan]

I could have listened to you talk for a couple of hours.

[@drq814]

It was nice to find this old Super video. I learned a lot watching it.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Jorge

[@scottsnyder8309]

Hi Dave, I'm Scott and I lived in Alaska for 15 years in the 70's and 80's. Ever since I left Anchorage, I've missed Alaska almost every day of my life. I never made it to the AK Penninsula or the Aleutians, but I have an obsession with the Islands, and I find myself researching them a lot. I came across your video that you and Brooke put together. I must tell you that I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I'm recommending it to my son, who also loves Alaska. Thank you putting this together......it brought me closer to a place that I so badly miss. You have a very pleasant way of telling stories. My best to you and Brooke...........stay well Dave, and thanks again! -Scott Snyder

[@ThatRandomBeast]

I hope you get a chance to go back at some point! :)

[@Bishop1987]

Dave I really enjoy your videos. From the story telling to your diy instructional videos. Don't ever change what you do. God bless.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Richard.

[@Bishop1987]

Oh I forgot to wish you my condolences on the loss of Jesse. Very sorry.

[@debbiecollins1154]

Loved hearing this story about you and Brooke.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@mtcarmelman632]

WOW........what an UNFORGETTABLE adventure! THANK YOU for sharing!!!!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks MC!

[@handsovereyes5631]

Absolutely wonderful story. Love all the pictures to go along with the story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!

[@Alaskadaily49]

I’m born and raised in Sitka! How cool to see this video. Love your videos.

[@jamescarne2599]

Great story! My wife and I are originally Yoopers and live in Alaska now. We have our outdoor adventure stories as well. We love Alaska, but hope to make it back to the UP someday. Thanks for a great video. I found it very entertaining!

[@Bushradical]

Right on. Thanks James.

[@kristophersmallsr.9395]

Dave , theres a great song in there trying to get out ! And the peanut butter jar is the Hook .

[@MsVeeTheVisionary]

I have binged out on your videos today while working. You have the most relaxing voice and you are an absolute amazing storyteller. I usually go to sleep listening to Brooke but its Dave tonight...lol

[@Bushradical]

LOL, thanks Vee

[@rangemasterken]

Great job Dave! More stories like this please. TV can't compare to a story like this with pictures.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks, I appreciate the compliment

[@BulletproofPastor]

Thanks for all the work you spent making this truly remarkable video. I loved it.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Tyler! I appreciate it. I'm really glad people liked it.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

I truly hope you folks have finally stocked up on peanut butter, lol. Fantastic story, you really allowed the listener to have a sense of being there. Well done.

[@Bushradical]

Than you. Its been great to put this story together and see all these old pictures again.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

@@Bushradical YW - I have also watched Cabin 1 and Cabin 2 and they were great as well. I am looking forward to viewing your other videos.

[@Bushradical]

Right on! Thanks

[@richardweiss8401]

Loved the story of your 7 months adventure. This is real life. That's what I love about your channel. Big thumbs up.

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@seispaul]

Great story to have lived and great telling. Thanks Dave!

[@halibut1249]

Great story, thanks for sharing your memories and beautiful photos of that very special place.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Halibut 1

[@TwoTracksOutdoors]

If I had to make an observation Dave, after viewing this video and others you have posted, it would be that although, I have had a few adventures in my lifetime, your's and Brooke's entire life has been an adventure. Keep living the dream, guys. Thks much for sharing the video as I wonder where your next adventure will take you. Wherever it might be, it is so nice to be able to sit here in my comfortable armchair in front of my computer desk, located in my nice cozy warm room, then just kick back, relax, order up one of your You Tube videos and proceed to watch you two tame the wilderness. Very refreshing.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you Mike. Brooke and I have had quite a time for sure.

[@tyrloki5999]

Simply marvellous... thank you for sharing.

[@Bushradical]

That you.

[@rbbaker4927]

Kudos to you sir. Living the dream. I am starting my adventure at the age of 57. You all Rock On .

[@Bushradical]

Thanks RB!

[@Bushradical]

And, good luck!

[@i-spy-ty]

Spent ages trying to find this video again! Honestly so beautiful!

[@Bushradical]

Glad you like it!!!!!!!

[@nosoupforyou4307]

Save it in a “playlist” for later 😊

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Totally cool! That was an awesome story! Thank you Brooke for taking all thoz pictures! So beautiful!!!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks C2F! I will tell Brooke you said thanks for the pics.

[@annbullard7657]

Thank you both, for sharing this with us! I really enjoyed this video.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks you, we're glad you enjoyed it.

[@whispersfromthedirt8649]

I loved listening to this video. Thanks for taking us back to this time in your life. You and Brooke could write an awesome book of your adventures!

[@ChuckPorterEverythingOutdoors]

Watched loads of your videos but this one has to be my favourite. So intrigued from start to finish. Great job Dave. You have the gift of story telling for sure.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you liked the videos...there are a lot of stories to tell about this winter that never made it to the video version, LOL

[@julieannst-onge108]

What a amazing video of your Memories and photo's.I loved it!

[@9252LIFE]

I’m gonna share this on a few different Facebook groups. Great video. It makes me think of what I was doing in 99 and 2000. Nothing but working a 9-5 wasting away! 😆

[@mississippigirl4193]

Beautiful, ur such a great story teller I was mesmerized, at the end I thought you were going to say " good night John Boy" ha ha ha

[@Bushradical]

LOL, thanks

[@renatedebruyn9612]

Dave thank you so much for sharing this extraordinary video it was such a pleasure to watch ❤️

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Renate!

[@stoutkm]

Great story Dave! I loved it. And now 20 years later a beautiful property in the UP. You and Brooke definitely "stay radical, eh"!

[@Bushradical]

That's the plan! Thanks

[@kylelastname]

Thanks for making this beautiful story. Well narated, my man! The guitar sounds good too.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!

[@eamsden1982]

Thanks for taking the time and effort to share your adventure with the world. Awesome 👍

[@Bushradical]

Thanks EA!

[@WoodcraftLeagueOfAmerica]

That was an epic journal of days past and reignited my desire to look through some old photos of my own. Thanks brother.

[@Bushradical]

You can get some good stuff from old photos!

[@EdwardKowalski]

Stellar! Thanks so much for sharing this awesome tale. The image a 12:36 is absolutely stunning.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Edward. I'll have to watch the vid again to see what you're talking about. lol

[@mamapetecooley7324]

Amazing story! Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@bradwatters9287]

What an awesome story. And such beauty. I cant wait to visit alaska some day.

[@comeandtakeit_bushcraft5705]

Hard to believe i just discovered this channel. Wonderful content just a real treat to watch great work bud...

[@Bushradical]

Welcome aboard!

[@bashfulbrother]

what an amazing video. it is so hard for us in the lower 48 to grasp the brutality and barrenness of those islands. Thank you so much for sharing that time with us.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks. It sure is an amazing landscape.

[@darlenewilusz]

Thanks for the great video and the great story! Love your channel!

[@ryanvargas4889]

I’ve re-watched this video every now and then, Especially in the winter, It’s right up there with a Christmas story. Thanks dude.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Ryan, I sure appreciate the compliment!

[@jbennettkernan1211]

I love you videos. The detail that you put into them helps one to live life through your eyes.

[@georgettewood8894]

As usual I was not disappointed. Enjoyed it immensely. What stories to tell your grand children.

[@Bushradical]

thanks

[@wesrazz5874]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on youtube. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@Bushradical]

Wow! Thanks for the compliment!

[@scottlippert2988]

Dave, thank you for posting this video. I enjoy listening to you talk about your experiences.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks. I had a great time making it.

[@markgramlin105]

I think this is one of my favorite "videos" on your channel. I've watched it several times and it never gets old.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Mark. It was quite a time. Beautiful country, but we were so isolated and the water was so dangerous...it was stressful too. You sure had to be careful out there.

[@SDfisherman]

I really enjoyed your story Dave. What a great experience to look back on.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Phil. It was quite a time!

[@MatthewPosa]

Sounded like some good memories from a once in a life time moment. I also like the 10 dollar, wait no, 20 dollar, or was it 30 dollar peanut butter dream hahaha!

[@Bushradical]

Hey MP! What did you think of the great Hoolie! He was my first collie. I got him from a lady who drove garbage truck. he had been hanging out around a landfill for a week or so when she figured he must be a stray and she picked him up. I told her I would take him if he needed a home and she jumped on it. He had a spot that wouldn't heel on his stomach and we later had a .22 bullet removed from him. So somebody had shot a stray collie...........but he won the lotto with Brooke and I ! He was a pampered pooch the rest of his life. I had him 8 years, and he was the best dog you could ever want to have. watching your videos floors me. Its like watching a slightly different version of your own life. Its weird and awesome at the same time. Tell Monty we said hi!

[@Bushradical]

Where are you located Matthew? we all should get the dogs together and shoot a vid sometime.

[@MatthewPosa]

Hoolie seemed like a pretty badass dog. Bearing those elements like that. Nuts that he was a stray dog, collies are so great who could leave him like that! And who the heck could shoot him! He definitely won the jackpot with you two, spoiled dogs for life! Its also crazy that Hoolie and the Aussie didn't get along. Monty and Rueger are like 2 pea's in a pod hahaha! And you guys got bit trying to break em up. I've only had to do that twice. One time I got bit by my own dog cause he was being attacked and he was frantically defending himself and bit me on accident. The other time 2 dogs had locked up jaws on each other and we just had to hold them and throw snow in their faces til they let go. I know splashing water in their mouths and noses makes them stop safely. You guys did some pretty badass stuff in your day, I hope to be able to look back and say the same! I will tell him!

[@MatthewPosa]

I am over in Michigan. It's a pretty far drive from Alaska hahaha! Maybe in the future we can work something out. I am planning a road trip to Alaska for my friends move but I won't have Monty with me and am unsure if I will be going by where you guys are located.

[@Bushradical]

Matthew...Brooke and I spend our winters in Michigan, we both grew up here. I know its confusing. We lived year round in Alaska for 15 years and the last few years we "split " our time between Alaska and Michigan. We have a place near Reed City, South of Cadillac.

[@CliffManis]

Enjoying watcing all the ice and snow.. and seeing you paint the auto n show before... watched all. thanks...

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Cliff! I'm glad you like the channel.

[@sherryreiss2609]

I love the way you tell a story!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Sherry

[@joeljones4080]

That was excellent. Thanks for putting this together and posting it.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Joel

[@nathaliebernard6620]

Dave and Brooke You guys are the best , thanks so so much for sharing all this with me , you take my depression state away :)

[@aliciaembro4694]

I realize I’m late to the game here; but after discovering Brooke’s channel these last few months, I have been captivated to watch all videos I can of your adventures! Please don’t think I’m too weird, but THIS one brought me to tears! The majestic views and the way you told the story Dave of this experience in your life has truly captivated me! As you stated, Brooke’s forethought to take these photos IS INCREDIBLE! Thank You for sharing; I’m so glad I watched😊

[@crestaterrell5925]

I loved this video. It’s nice to see the life you two lived before KZbin. More,more more,please.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you! Will do!

[@pitbulld45]

Great video, thanks for sharing your story and pictures. What an adventure that must have been.

[@Bushradical]

It was an amazing winter

[@MikeLoweSurvival]

That was a fun trip down memory lane. Thank you, Dave. Beautiful scenery.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Mike!

[@patricknorton5788]

Wonderful storytelling and photos.

[@donnamatheson3021]

Thanks for sharing parts of your life Dave!

[@lifeasitis7023]

You Sir, is a great story teller, genuine, and such a decent personality. Your children will grow up with a well-mannered personality. Thank you for sharing your story again.

[@Bushradical]

Well thank you, I really appreciate that!

[@dserp3907]

Wonderful video! Great pics! Great storytelling!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks D!

[@dingdingding7207]

Beautiful. Great work, thanks for uploading.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!!!

[@muskegonhunterscamp]

You are a helluva story teller Dave, armed with only static pictures and slow pushes & pans, great format.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@bushcraftbaxter]

I always forget how important it is to keep journal entry's and take pictures. You will regret not being able to see these wonderful places and remember how awesome your life was. I Love Life!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks BB!

[@MrRavenski23]

Great pictures, very well put together and great narration

[@landseavideoescapes4502]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience in Alaska! Very well narrated!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Gail! I'm having fun Narrating.

[@matthewlawrenz5055]

Wow this is amazing! Awesome job telling the story!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks ML!

[@jeffnotti9932]

Thanks for sharing the memories.. great video... good playing and narration... it has made me think about where i was that winter, and how i lived... i like to imagine when i am living my life that there are others out there doing the same in different places and in different ways. while i was sitting my by fireplace when i lived on Long Island, you guys were there in Alutians doing the same. Awesome.

[@Bushradical]

I totally get it. Its cool to think of what you were doing at a given time, when other things were going on. Its interesting to put things into a timeline.

[@mickmccormick8124]

Best spent 18 minutes of my day! Made me think of my past adventures... And how much i miss them now..

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Mick. Here is a fun fact ....Brooke's dad is named Mick, and so Is our our son.

[@ajaxtelamonian5134]

Awesome stuff! Reminds me of when I was in Canada in Prince Rupert and took the inside passage and seeing some of the homesteads round there on the Haida Gwaii coast there on the Queen Charlotte Islands to Vancouver island pretty epic.

[@Bushradical]

Sounds awesome!

[@Bushradical]

Ive been on the inside passage before....its amazing

[@domn415]

In the words of my 96 year old neighbor in Ma. WOWZA What an awesome experience for you and Brooke! Keep safe and healthy my friends!!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@mikekraemer383]

Great story, can't imagine how anyone could give you a thumbs down Thanks for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Mike. As for the thumbs down....go figure. Funny story: the very first video I ever made was one year ago. It was a knife review for the Condor "Woodlaw" knife..........I posted the vid and waited .....after a while I got one or two views and then I got a thumbs down! My very first response to my very first video was a thumbs down!!! Its funny now, but it wasn't funny then.

[@garynowicki6600]

Enjoyed the story very much, what a great experience traveling and living in the wild.

[@erroleabrown4317]

thank you l love Alaska and you portray it in a beautiful way, thank you so much for sharing your time there.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Errolea.

[@EdgewoodOutdoors]

Dave, that was an amazing storey. I did great job expressing the your guys feelings about the different stages of being there. So great to have that as part of your and Brooke's memories. Thanks so much for sharing that... huge thumbs up!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks EO! It was quite a time.

[@cksoutdoorsathilltopacresf1569]

What an absolutely amazing adventure it must have been!! Wow!! Thank you, Brooke, for all the photos! A memory like none other, eh? Thank you for sharing! ~Kitty

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Kitty, I'll tell you Brooke you said thanks for the pics.

[@ihaveatalkingpenisanditsay6699]

Any vagina pics given? Speaking of vagina my wife's vag stinks a bit like cat pee and sweaty socks mixed with rotten eggs, but that's not my biggest problem. I know I might have to listen to assholes who say " Well at least you have a woman to fuck you" but if you saw her snatch, you'd be sicked out too. My wife has these large puffy labia that when she is standing around looks like a huge ballsack. I hate having to part those thick meat curtains just to get at her clit, and when we have sex my balls get all slimy afterwards. Yesterday she wore yoga pants with no panties, as if that was going to turn me on. I mean minus the cock, it looked like she was packing male equipment. It was no camel toe, but more of a trouser meatball. I want to recommend laser surgery but don't know how to bring it up

[@AdairslivininAlaska]

You do a great job of telling your stories.

[@bobashmore6442]

You and Brooke have been providing some of the best content I've ever seen on KZbin lately and this one is no exception. Watching your story of this magical time was simply the best way to relax after work today I could have ever had, thanks.

[@Bushradical]

WOW, thanks Bob! We really appreciate that.

[@484848474]

A great story told by a master story teller. Very enjoyable Dave,thanks.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you Al.

[@marlaf1545]

Wow this was quite a story , what a life you two have lived. And so glad Brooke got those pictures.

[@davidgeorgebeanland3674]

You really tell a fantastic story. I felt like I was there living it with you whilst listening to your narration. You are right, Brooke did so well taking those amazing photos. I really enjoyed this 😊

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GDTractor]

Great .... really enjoyed the tour .. we are debating on whether to go this summer or not .... this is INVITING !!! thx Gary

[@robertallen2326]

Very nicely told. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Robert.

[@thenorthstargirl]

Watching this makes me realize technology has made things go way too fast. I'm 28 and sitting in the Walmart parking lot after picking up our film was one of my favorite things to do when I was a kid, really. I loved looking through shoeboxes of all of our pictures. Part of me really wants to give up my phone, it's good for some things, but not good for everything. I think I want a different way of life! :) This was incredible to watch, and inspiring for real life. You two are beautiful together and hold a lot of richness in life.

[@MichaelElmore03]

Well done Dave. Great story and reflection.

[@Bushradical]

Hey Mike! Thanks brother.

[@Mnrusty1]

An amazing story - you are a fantastic storyteller. Can’t imagine the depths of isolation you felt there for so many months. Thank you for sharing this incredible video.

[@Bushradical]

it was a LOOOOOOOOOONG 7 months.

[@DanoLXF]

You're an awesome story teller Dave, that was some adventure. The moral I got from this story is "never stop your woman from killing Caribou".

[@Bushradical]

LOL!!! Totally spot on! Thanks Dano.

[@DanoLXF]

You got it bud.

[@jamestravassos3747]

it's always better to have to much meat than not enough. as you know, your wife is awesome!

[@kaurikartmann]

Wow, what a great story! Thanks for sharing this.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@troydavidson1803]

Nice Story, Your Awesome. Love your videos

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Troy

[@saginawdan]

Wow Dave, what a story. You were just kids too. Thanks for sharing 🌲❤🌲

[@Bushradical]

Yeah it was along time ago..LOL

[@linklesstennessee2078]

Awesome story and video boy that was a ruff go there for sure seems like I read just a little bit about this journey in Brooks book lol that was a fun book to read glad you took me along on some of this journey awesome photos thanks Dave

[@Bushradical]

Thans LT! I couldn't tell the whole story of these 7 months if I had another 7 months to do it!! What a time out there.

[@SpiritForest]

I love these stories.. wow.. you guys have an amazing adventure life. Thank you for sharing.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks SF!

[@albertobalsalm1124]

That was incredibly nostalgic, even if I was not there! Thank you for the video It was really well done the narration and the guitar background

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Alberto! I played all the guitar in one take......if you could hear it by itself its full of mistakes and bad notes, LOL.

[@albertobalsalm1124]

Bushradical Oh I didn't know you were playing the guitar, that's even better! I didn't hear any mistake and i play the guitar too, I think It is the best choice between silence and maybe music that distracts people from the narration

[@Bushradical]

Thanks AB! If you could hear just the guitar it wouldn't be pretty, lol. Its actually a great way to do youtube video music, because you can switch to a minor chord whenever you want to "bring things down" and you don't need to go find the music that fits. What do you have for a guitar? All this music was recorded on a Seagull.

[@albertobalsalm1124]

Bushradical Yes that's a beatiful way to match the narration tone with the music. I play classical guitar (Ramirez). Sorry for my English, actually it's not my first language (I'm from Italy).

[@timdouglass6491]

Thank you for taking the time to make this wonderful video. It was a pleasure watching it.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Tim. If you like this video check out my Alaska log Raft video. You would probably like that one too.

[@margeryk6596]

Great story! Thanks for sharing.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks MK!

[@candyclemens4432]

You both have so much info and adventure and life to share....hope you both have books coming out soon!!!!😁🤗🥰👍

[@alabastardmasterson]

I never think to take pictures to document life while I'm living it. Need to try though. Great photo journal and stellar story telling

[@Bushradical]

Almost all these pictures were taken by Brooke. For years I didn't take any pics or shoot film.....Now I try to grab all the good stuff on film if I can.

[@grannygusbear5271]

Awesome Adventures and Awesome Pictures...Thank You for sharing..

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@texasgirl9873]

Wow that's Amazing Dave. What an incredible experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Deb!