Alaska Log Raft Adventures .......... Yukon River

Here is the story of our times log rafting on the Yukon River, with our friends Neil and Lauro Eklund. An adventure 14 years in the making . Hope you enjoy it. Dave Whipple

[@rickharter3066]

Im disabled and watch a lot of outdoors videos on KZbin including yours and Brooks, Partially to live vicariously and partially to motivate myself. Of all the videos i have seem over the last few years, this is by far the most awesome. This is my dream. Thank you.

[@barbsteward5166]

Dave, I’m a 76 year old lady sitting here thinking “I want to do this”. God has blessed you greatly.

[@brendariley3603]

Agree! I am 70!

[@brendariley3603]

Love the way you narrate.Brook send me a pie! What a great adventure!

[@centauri9458]

I think you ladies should do it. I see it's been a year so I hope you already have.

[@b-radfrommalibu2702]

@@centauri9458 same here. Hope they have as well.

[@centauri9458]

@@b-radfrommalibu2702 it's good for people to live their dreams no matter what age. I have a dream of taking an old boat I have that needs alot of work down to the Gulf Of Mexico. It's 490 miles down river from me, takes about 4 or 5 days one way. Would be an adventure. Great thing about my boat is that it's aluminum and light at 24 feet it's only about 900 pounds and trailerable. So My Uncle said he would drag my trailer down to Mobile or Gulf Shores and pick up me and the boat if I would like. But 10 days on the water doesn't sound so bad. Another good thing I have a four stroke outboard for it so good fuel mileage. Unlike the 2 stroke on it now.

[@atsushiikeda6882]

First of all I have to say big thanks to you. I found this video about two weeks ago. Incredibly, I found myself 20 years ago in this video. I am the Japanese with black hair in the past two minutes. I was there exactly!! It’s my first solo adventure that kayaking Yukon. I could clearly remember my precious memories in this video. I appreciate you made this video. And thank you so much for Neil and your family. I had good sleep on raft cabin at that time. One more appreciate to you guys from Japan.

[@FJB8885]

The best to you and yours from America.

[@larrysanxter6343]

Dear Dave and Brooke, I have watched this raft trip several times and each experience is so entertaining and enriching. I was 77 on 12/27/21 and am still very spiritually vibrant. However, severe orthroartritis handicaps me such that my former normal adventures are mostly verboten. Thus, I very much vicariously enjoy every video you both produce. Just 10 years ago I was able to engage in all the exhiIariating activities I witness you doing. I ask not for any pity but joy that I so enjoy your wonderful visual productions. Thank and bless you and your wonderful son and daughter so much for the gifts you have given me. Blessings, Larry ductions. I cariously

[@scotted3140]

You are a very good story teller.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Scott.

[@jimmiedore7888]

Great story teller. What a life you live. Love "Girl in the woods"

[@sandimatthews5703]

You have a gift for storytelling! Love your videos and your lovely girl in the woods videos! You are my favorite you tubers! ❤️ So very sorry to hear of Brookes brother passing. Prayers for you all. 🙏🏻 I am a fellow Michigander. Looking forward to your trip back to the UP property. There’s healing in the Forest. May God bless you and comfort you all.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Sandi. We both appreciate that

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOVE this! Oh the memories! Can't wait to do it again babe....

[@Bushradical]

Me too!!

[@alaskalograft]

Got a raft built now, waiting at the bridge. Seeing this video again tells me to "throw lines" (Joe) and head down river. Great job Dave! Missing you guys. B great to have you along again!

[@brianbirc]

Need some big logs '? I donated a few I saw on his raft.

[@briankleinkopf8557]

I just seen this float video, OMG!! wat a good time, Loved Fred! awesome... Yur Blessed!!!

[@diggahrockhounder6428]

Great video guys! Would love to do this, bucket list stuff right there!

[@charoletlewis7351]

At the end of your documentary I was wishing that I had grown up in Alaska. What a wonderful wonderful thing rolling down the river on a raft. With your voice, you should be speaking and doing documentaries all the time. Thoroughly enjoyed thanks!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Charolet. I enjoy narrating for sure.

[@SparksofOhio]

Dave, this was probably my favorite video you’ve ever posted on your channel. Those memories you created with your family and friends will last a lifetime. Life at its best my friend. ❤️✌️😎

[@melaniem1338]

Your story telling is captivating. The memories shared are so much appreciated. Wish I were 21 and could start over, as this would be my dream. Thank you again for a glimpse of an extraordinary time.

[@Bushradical]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks Melanie.

[@mcmc8496]

Thank you Dave for letting us be a part of the dream!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@domn415]

What an absolutely amazing adventure!!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us all!!!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@lynnoaks7884]

I have watched this several times. Never fails to make me smile.

[@alannickelson9565]

A tale long in making, big smiles, pies and dogs. One river, some logs and a dream long on hold. All in all, damn well told.

[@nathaliebernard6620]

I'm so thankfull for you and Brooke sharing amazing wonderfull stuff , you guys are so generous . thanks a million . J'ai le sourire fendu d'une oreille à l'autre et le coeur léger chaque fois que je vous suit MERCI !

[@michaelcondon8510]

Wonderful story; the river, the raft, the sunsets, the friendships, and most of all, the wonderfulness it is to live out your dream.

[@klawockkidd3426]

That tugs at my heartstrings. I can feel the Call of the Wild. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks KK.

[@TheSabinewalkden]

What an amazing opportunity to have your dream come true! An amazing video and so beautifully told. Thank you so much.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@larrysherk]

What a beautiful tale of human dreams and human adventure. That is what life is made of.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@cuttheknot4781]

What an amazing story. It is so refreshing to see great people doing great things, all the while making great memories. I can speak for all of us here in KZbin land when I say - we wish we were there with you all. Thank you, Dave. You are an exemplary narrator/story teller.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks CTK!

[@darincarlin]

This is a great story to watch on a Saturday morning while the house is quiet and the family is still asleep. It makes me dream of a river far away that I hope to see one day. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@Bushradical]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@DanoLXF]

You guys lead a truly blessed life! Thanks once again for sharing Dave.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Dano!

[@gatorflea2788]

It's 2023 now and this video is awesome to see in 23 ! Those youngins had the time of their lives I'm sure !

[@frankbennett3676]

I absolutely loved the story. Didn't want it to end. Thank you

[@evgeniyabramov2490]

С Большим восторгом увидел Ваш потрясающий фильм!!!Вся прелесть жизни в нем!!!Удачи вам и вашим Друзьям!!!

[@Bushradical]

Sorry I can't read the comment.

[@Dr.4386]

Sept 26 2020.... Just had this in my recommended videos. Love the adventure and the story. This is what is missing in our society today. Adventure and real connection to our natural world and each other. Great story. God Bless

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RealChoice1776]

Thank you for warming my heart and soul. I really am grateful to you for sharing your story that touch & burn the center of my bones. I feel like I will smile until the end of the year. God Bless You all

[@Bushradical]

You are so welcome

[@christinemanning6461]

What an amazing story!! You all looked like you had a wonderful time. It put a smile on my face, and hopes for a better tomorrow. Thank you for sharing. Chris from Massachusetts.

[@babysealavenger]

Thank you for putting this video together. What a great unique Alaskan adventure!

[@jacquelynhill1598]

What an adventure! Good job. Thank you for a memorable, one-of-a-kind lifestyle adventure I hadn’t even imaged. You and Brooke are a great team, so much fun to watch. Neil (sp?) has to be a true pioneer: digging out Mammoth tusks in the Boneyard? Epic!!!!!

[@brianjohnston9822]

Wonderful story Dave, truly enjoyed it.

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ingridskitchengarden]

What a great experience I’m so glad you shared it. I could listen to your stories all day. Your a great story teller.

[@judyschepp8748]

Agree 100 percent!!!!

[@waynelewis881]

Possibly the best thing I've ever watched on KZbin.

[@Bushradical]

Wow. I'm truly honored that you would say that. Thank you.

[@piscesrising6533]

Dave, you had my heart swelling through this entire video. Great job with your story and all the beautiful photographs. I’ve been following Brooke for almost a year now, so happy I found you two. Lots of love from southeastern North Carolina

[@PavlovsBob]

Thanks for taking us along. Hell of a story. Hell of a storyteller. Love you guys. RIP Scotty.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks R.A. !!!

[@woodyscabin]

This was amazing. I'm in tears. I learn SO MUCH from you and Brooke.

[@davidriley8590]

Great story, what a fantastic way to spend time building rafts living in tents floating down the YUKON it's a memory that will stay with you guys forever I felt that I was there with you thank you for sharing this story, you people would have made a bond between you that will last a lifetime God bless you all.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@zetacon4]

Truly, a memorable adventure. What a joy to see your slides from that time. Thanks.

[@donaldbonack6786]

Dave, what a very good time I had with you and the guys and also Brooke, GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@donaldjohnson9566]

This was really good, Dave. I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks for taking us on your trip!

[@Julie-l7r]

What an awesome adventure you've had. I have often yearned for an adventure such as this so I throughly enjoyed watching this 👍 thanks so much for sharing ❤

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Excellent commentary and making this video with all the pictures. Interesting life style and story.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Jude.

[@scottsherwood8555]

Thank you Dave & Brook for putting together this awesome adventure of your trip down the Yukon! What an amazing adventure with a lifetime of stories to tell. Good on ya for sharing it with me.

[@JoshuaSmithHomesteader]

I really loved the tv series from NG, and always wished for a season 2 to come out. This video was an awesome behind the scenes recap. Thanks Dave, what a trip. You are a great story teller. Cheers!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks JSH!

[@cliffmounts7878]

Storytelling your one of the best and i say Thank You the videos was a blessing to me more than anyone will ever know.GOD BLESS you and yours.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you

[@robertalexander9931]

I remember watching that show. I would have loved to have done that. Sometimes I think I missed my time in history. What a wonderful adventure.

[@oneofmanysouls]

This has become my most favorite video. What an amazing story. Thank you for sharing this part of your life!

[@glendasprague3334]

You are a great story teller. Love this adventure.

[@krishanson1639]

You tube needs a love icon! I just love this. I will watch it again. Thanks for putting it all together!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!!

[@obamagate4887]

I remember this being on tv. Watched the whole trip y’all had. Great adventures!! I wouldn’t mind seeing y’all do it again.

[@thecrew777]

Amazing time, amazing dream, amazing people. Thank you for sharing it.

[@stephenbergeron448]

What an amazing story, what a great life

[@rogerkane5750]

Wow ..how cool ...just found this clip ...amazing people ...living life and enjoying every moment ...thank you for sharing all these moments ..

[@karenzaller9659]

I really enjoyed this trip Dave. How nice you and Brooke and kids could make lifelong friendships and memories together! Wonderful Wonderful!

[@dragonfly8080808]

A fantastic journey,well told. I've watched a few videos of smaller rafts journeying down rivers in northern Europe. Personally I used to go canoe camping on rivers in the UK, the kids loved it and the dogs never stopped smiling. The kids all promised that they'd take their kids one day. Running down a river with no noisy engines nature comes to visit such a tranquil journey. Many thanks for sharing made my day.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you Paul. Your canoe trips sound awesome.

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

I remember watching the show when it originally aired, thinking to myself, What a group of characters. Very much enjoyed your story of the Yukon River Run Days... TFS

[@Bushradical]

like Paul Harvey used to say....................and now you know...........the rest of the story.

[@georgettewood8894]

Before my husband passed we were so fortune to be blessed. With the northern lights which I never since seen them, but my memories I hold very close and dear. What a voyage you all had as a family.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@leftslopemedia3564]

I can't think of the last slideshow-only video I watched on youtube entirely through. A true testament to your story-telling abilities, an ability that is somewhat lost even with the best videos these days. Great work!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@dean0502]

Man I just love this, I have watched it several times and it never ever gets old! From one off grider to another Thanks Dave! Preacher Dean.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@sierradayhiker]

super well done thank you , your kids have a life like no other kids . lots of smiles !!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks SH!

[@EvanLax95]

Thank you for sharing these incredible memories. It shows how truly blessed we are as Americans do be so independent in a frontier landscape like this. Just out on the water with friends, enjoying the scenery and each other’s company

[@Bushradical]

well said.

[@Eagleone9747one]

Wow, that's an amazing adventure with friends and family, beautiful scenery, and fantastic weather. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks for watching Bob. I glad you liked it.

[@DOGakaDefenderOfGems]

Thank you for having me along...what a wonderful time...and thank you for inspiring me to revive my own dream...of finishing my schoolie bus and seeing beautiful Alaska with my grand daughters along ... many more happy memories for you ahead...loved the adventure.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you

[@BJBDF]

What an amazing adventure with an incredible group of people.

[@zayoBIM]

It's been awesome following you and Brooke over the last few years, and now Mick as he starts his channel. Going back through your videos and seeing baby Mick makes me laugh. Kid had one rad childhood. More adventure on that rafting trip than most adults have in a lifetime I'd bet.

[@jeffro4kag206]

That was the coolest thing I've ever seen! I was mesmerized all the way to the end. Man, Ive got to get to living!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks!

[@TheRealTedBaird]

Dave I hadn't yet watched this and I'm glad I did absolutely loved it..Now thats living Life. Gald Scotty got to realize his dream wish I could have met him what a guy. What a memory for the whole family. Stay free my man ✌

[@Bushradical]

Thanks brother. It was a great trip and an amazing time!!! You and Jim would have loved it.

[@TheRealTedBaird]

@@Bushradical Ya 4 sure right up our ally glad u guys got to do it.

[@underthecarolinasky2363]

I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this! I feel like I've had no adventures in my life worth talking about lol. But maybe some day! What an awesome experience! And great story telling Dave. Just an awesome job!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks UTCS!

[@tWoforgamenot1]

ditto

[@Adventures-with-Sisters]

This has to be the best video on KZbin. The experience pictures narrative and the general story. This is amazing.

[@carlm.7200]

Thanks for making this KZbin! I love God's country.

[@Bushradical]

Me too. Thanks for watching!

[@cynthiashaw9668]

Dave...I love the older pictures! Man I love u two! I've never seen two people so FULL in my life! As in whole!

[@stephenpearson2521]

Awesome video, great story, great story teller, been binge watching your videos the last few days. A great way to end my day! Thank you for posting

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@bmunday]

This story has staying power Dave. Thanks so much for producing and publishing.

[@goldendreams4215]

That was well done. Thank you for the best 31 minutes of screen time I’ve had in a long time. I think I need to go up there.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@judyschepp8748]

Hi Dave, My name is Judy and I'm from Wisconsin, USA. I just finished watching your video about men's mental problems. Wonderful video!! My husband served for a short time in Vietnam, just long enough to get prostate cancer from exposure to Agent Orange, PTSD, depression and anxiety☹️ This video is wonderful too. I love the pictures of your children when they were young. You and Brooke have given them a great adventurous life they'll always remember!!! Love you guys!!!🥰😍❤️🤗🤗

[@Downeastwaves]

Excellent! Totally enjoyed this. (Loved the show as well) thanks again!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks D.E.W.s.

[@shaniaa9287]

I lived in Anchorage in 1972. Loves the scenery but never knew people raft downriver like that. I enjoyed your story very much. Thanks so much 👍❣️

[@Marco2710x]

What a great Story! Just sitting in Front of my Computer, watching and listening to your Story! Thank you very much for sharing! I guess I found some inspiring Ideas for my big Canada Trip in 2-3 Years!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Marco, I'm glad you liked it.

[@Marco2710x]

Popcorn Entertainment! Realy big Movie Feeling! But it´s a real Life Story

[@Bushradical]

I think its my best video , personally.

[@Marco2710x]

Well, it´s a great Story, it´s nice and long but you´ve got some other really good Videos, that first Cabin build, the one about your Alone Axe, But overall this one is your masterpice so far. It´s your Style, the Composition, your Voice that makes them all great!

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Marco. I really appreciate that. It took the longest to make for sure! I have a couple more long vids to do.

[@lewispond9876]

Great video. For many of us, it doesn't get any better than experiences like this.

[@pablocruise678]

I need another half an hour of this ..thanks Dave!!!

[@angelanichols4891]

What an amazing story by a great author and story teller. Thanks for sharing this wonderful memory with the rest of the world. You are a great man.

[@Downeastwaves]

Oh such great memories! Thanks do much for sharing with us.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks.

[@judyschepp8748]

Dave, it's me again😁 And I have to agree with most everyone else: you are one wonderful story teller. Great story🥰 Great video❤️😉THANK YOU!!!

[@sargeoutdoors]

Guys this was an awesome video. I really enjoy and appreciate these story vids that you put up. Some of my favorite content you guys put up. It is my goal and dream to move to Alaska and live. You truly motivate and inspire me to get it done and each time I see one of your Alaska vids it only confirms my goals. Thanks as always.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Sarge.

[@jbennettkernan1211]

What an amazing trip down the river. Thank you for sharing.

[@angelakm6753]

Brilliant - what an experience for your children :)

[@darlenegripshover6042]

Didn’t know till now what a great story teller you are . God’s blessings for you and your family and thanks for sharing.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you so much!

[@mrsamzero1]

I miss Alaska and my friends there, sadly they have moved on. But I have some wonderful memories.

[@tWoforgamenot1]

me too :)

[@marilynb8136]

Wowsers!!!! Raft camping on the river!! Who knew!!!! Fascinating!!! Great story!! Thanks so much!! Blessings...

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Marilyn.

[@Butterflybreakfast]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video.

[@David-mi8rw]

You guys are awesome and living my dream, I have always regretted leaving Alaska,I still own property in Alaska and hope to live long enough to return.

[@scottsmit1115]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@Bushradical]

Thank you.

[@hrothgarb9104]

Beautiful story. It taught me a lot about one part of Alaskan culture. Being that I was born in Ketchikan, and have lived most of my life on the East Coast, that's a special gift. So thank you, I like your story and I hope that many others hear it.

[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@unsilencedman]

This looks so fun, wish I could do something like this.

[@bertlbarm4374]

thank you dave for taking me on this trip, l can only say THANK YOU SIR, greetings from austria

[@Bushradical]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@johnschunk97]

Imagine doing that during Yukon gold Rush before outboard motors.

[@scuttledog]

Best damn vid I've seen on YT in a long time!

[@Bushradical]

Thank you SD!!

[@tWoforgamenot1]

agree

[@martjebicker9168]

I love your stories. Right now I am healing from falling off a ladder as I was coming off the roof. You and Brooke are giving me hope and great relaxing content. Thank you, love both you guys. We spent the fall in Wisconsin Northwoods bird hunting with our dogs. My goal is to get back up there with Ann Jandernoa of Northwind Setters this fall. By God's grace I was not paralyzed with pelvis fracture(hurts themost) and explosion of my L1. It was just reduced to bone shards. We got this.

[@danieljones1981]

That was sooooo awsome!!!! Im wanting to float the Kanawha to Ohio to Mississippi to gulf of Mexico.. Always thought it be a houseboat of sorts. But maybe Ill make it a LogRaft!!

[@johnwayne3904]

Now that, sir, was one fine story. What an adventure! Y'all are some mighty fine folks.