Coastal Ghost Town With A New Life | Destination Adventure

Osland is a small "town" that I discovered last year, completely on accident. I was out fishing and exploring and I stumbled upon this island, with a boardwalk and a bunch of very old buildings. After releasing that video, I got so many comments and messages from folks, telling me what this place actually is. It is remote, it is off grid, it is hard to access, it is practically unknown, and to some it is home away from home. This is Osland, and this is the story of generations. People moved to this country and made this home. Europeans that took massive risks to cross the world and start a new life, and they chose this little island. Sometimes we take our history for granted, but just take a moment and think about that journey. From Iceland to British Columbia. Then they built homes, and boats and families here, in a location almost nobody knows about, in a spot most people cant access.
It was an absolute pleasure getting to revisit this location, and to get the chance to do it with locals, and family members of the original immigrants. These are the stories I really love to tell, because these are the ones that are so easily lost in time.
Great big thank you to the the folks that made this one possible.
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[@TwoSparrows2525]

You’re a treasure Dustin. Not just your videos, but who you are as a person.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you so much.

[@pappysproductions]

yeah, you're awesome. We love your jokes and sense of humor. Say hi to Mick. We love that guy too

[@leighsayers2628]

Fabulous again ...beautiful vision and history ..just awesome ..thank you for your adventures and humour ..love it .. Cheers from Australia .

[@cindiwalls3518]

He really is! I get a history lesson, I get to explore, and l get entertainment!

[@DanyBolduc]

Hey Dustin, I'm the owner of the blue cabin at 16:15 and one of your Pateron supporters. Love your work and will invite you to stay over once we're done the renovations!

[@GrannysGarage333]

You have a little slice of heaven!!!

[@heatherfritz4358]

I deal with severe depression but your videos are one of the few things i truly enjoy. I thank you from my heart for bringing your adventures into my life! I absolutely adore your sense of humor. Thank you for being you and doing what you do!!

[@Perun.Tha.Unvaxxd]

@@parkerottoackley6325 thank you for some reality checkonomics

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

@@parkerottoackley6325 Counting one's blessings for not going through what some have gone through does not "cure" chronic clinical depression. It's a real medical condition requiring ongoing treatment and counseling. I know because I too suffer from it. Shame on you for coming down on a lady who was just expressing her gratitude. Btw, I too have had multiple surgeries and blood transfusions and traumas from which I've recovered but guess what? It didn't cure my depression! 🤷‍♀️

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

@@parkerottoackley6325 Not worth anymore of my time trying to educate someone as close-minded, hard-headed, and lacking in compassion as you.

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

@@parkerottoackley6325 BTW, I am back in life thanks to treatment for a REAL MEDICAL CONDITION CALLED DEPRESSION. See, I can yell too!

[@sakmycnc5377]

I'm seeing a takeaway in every comment here . And I'm gonna steal reality checkonomics! Lol...The other is that even harsh constructive criticism can even be encouraging....I hope that's the intent.🤘

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

"...no cell service, no internet... just in the cottage with the family... it's great" - the way it should be. Outstanding.

[@daviddavidsonn3578]

how would I know about their happy life without internet? 🤔🤔🤔

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

@@daviddavidsonn3578 You raise a very good point, sir.

[@slotvalleyracing]

Dustination Adventure has done it again! Thanks Dustin, from one creator to another thank you for your great Canadian content!!!🍁🍁🍁

[@damansarajaya88]

Knowing that as a solo KZbinr you have to place cameras to get good vantage points, when I saw your boat going past around 2 and a half minutes into the video, I thought wow, that took a lot of effort. Thanks for your hard work.

[@elizabethmcintosh5238]

Whoever owns that cabin should give it to you so we can see what an adventure it would be to really do a doable fix up. Just dreamin" but what fun that would be. If we didn't know this was an edited video, it would cause us mama bears to worry.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Maybe the owners will see and have an offer for me. It’s a long shot, but you never know. Lol

[@LynnOddson-Franke]

The last home belongs to my family...

[@Mystic_Light]

​@LynnOddson-Franke , the one sitting on top of the stream? That's so sad. It's such a beautiful place, but still, nature lets us know just who is in charge.

[@yevhennesterenko5724]

I'm so glad I stumbled upon your channel. I'm from Ukraine and your videos are like a little trip to a magical corner of peace and beauty for me now. Very beautiful nature and good music create a wonderful atmosphere.Thank you for your videos 🤗

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you very much. I hope you are somewhere safe over there.

[@erikwolfarng]

In addition to your fantastic content, the fact that your "knuckle down" and continue the mission despite weather conditions that would keep most folks inside, is inspirational.

[@bluwtrgypsy]

Wow, you never disappoint. What a lovely place and such a nice man you spoke to. You amaze me when it comes to all the crazy water travel you do and some of the sketchy conditions. Brave soul. blessings and thank you.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@stephenrrose]

What a great adventure, done by a great guy!!! And you never let a "little" rain spoil your time! I love how you let the locals talk and don't barrage them with questions on camera! That is so well done! Thank you for sharing, thank you for getting wet to show us this adventure! I'm thankful for a successful search and rescue of the drone! Great job Brother!

[@jewelcopeland3374]

This place is amazing ! I'm so glad the gentleman in the video let you do this . I loved every minute of it . Thank you !!😊

[@wendyrobertson3899]

I absolutely love your videos. You've gotten really good since the beginning. You are in my top 5 every weekend! Happy trails and safe travels to you

[@thatguybuddy]

I would not be surprised if he gets a Gov of Canada film grant. These interviews are so well done and are important to the documentation of stories from communities that are usually overlooked and ignored.

[@Destination_Adventure]

@@thatguybuddy that would be really awesome. Either way, I’m happy folks are enjoying. :)

[@thatguybuddy]

@@Destination_Adventure always enjoy! Will never forget the toaster video. Sent yah a message on instagram.

[@mrandrat625]

Even in weather like that your cinematography is amazing.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@neebob2]

You really have this channel dialed in . ! One of the very few I can watch start to finish without feeling the need to fast forward 😄😄

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@LittleMountainRanch]

Such an absolute joy to watch.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@ronteljeur]

Awesome yet again. The fact that the boardwalk is a road was pretty cool.

[@JesusSaves473]

Thanks for the tour of Osland. Interesting history too.

[@elizabethw164]

I stayed out there every summer of my childhood life! Stayed in two of the cabins and explored that island like it was my own! That place will hold a spot in my soul forever❤ There is a book you can purchase about Osland my family is the last page!

[@bobmanzi7712]

That was a beautiful spot thank you for braving that nasty weather to bring us that great footage I look forward to your next post safe travel

[@RoxieDubbleU]

This is my favorite KZbin channel ATM, love the videos and thanks for sharing your adventures! Safe travels 🙏

[@susancraig4190]

Your videos make me homesick for Alaska. You show the beauty beyond ruin! Your videos are so amazing to show how beautiful life can be.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@briangarrow448]

Fascinating story! Well done sir, well done!

[@karengiorella2690]

Thanks for sharing another great adventure. Stay safe out there.

[@user-iamRobinV68]

Nature growing through the old boat is beautiful. Love this explore! And the rain made it better!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@KrazyMitchAdventures]

Captain D, I love your videos, always have. You make it worthwhile to wait for every adventure. I had to check the date, because I thought I was watching last years video, when you were on the old wooden boardwalk. As always thank you for bringing us along

[@bsomero10]

Thanks, Dustin for another AWESOME BC adventure!

[@JoeRocket-sf6qs]

That busted cabin is an awesome project, anything can be rebuilt/repaired.

[@Dale-sj6ru]

Another top notch film. The quality you put out is up there with the best. I usually get bored of channels and leave them for a while but not yours.

[@pennylaframboise2755]

Another great adventure. What a great way to start the weekend. Thank you Dustin

[@Destination_Adventure]

You’re very welcome, have a wonderful weekend.

[@alperry247]

Well done! Thank you.

[@rustynail2205]

Dustin, as always thanks for bringing us on another amazing adventure. Thanks to the people of Osland for letting take a journey down your “highway”. Simply put, an amazing lifestyle to be able to call this place you home/summer home. What a way to be connected to one’s historical past.

[@Destination_Adventure]

The feeling out at Osland is so nice. Hard not to love it. Thanks for enjoying the show :)

[@donaldfrazier5244]

Showing us this history is priceless, thanks Dustin!

[@SupernaturalBeingsofEarth]

Best comes from the West. Always a great watch. Ian Armstrong.

[@JasonDavey710]

this is one of the best channels on KZbin. I always get excited when he puts out a new video because we get to go somewhere new and learn some really cool things about that place.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you very much.

[@geobrannil]

Oh, man! Another spectacular video and story! Now if you did end up getting that house on the end, there's a series I'd love to watch - "fixin' up the old cabin".

[@Destination_Adventure]

I’d love to do that series. Bit of a long shot, but you never know.

[@jimb.942]

Good to see new life in the town. I hope the new generations learn those old skills again and become self sufficient

[@timothydockery534]

Man I love all them little cabins I wished I had one

[@joshtonry4291]

This is definitely one of my most favorite channels. I love what you do.

[@ledwardian1]

Another gnarly video Dustin. Keep em' coming!

[@beachball99]

he wasn't exaggerating about how beautiful it can be in the area. I have seen summers where it rained every day. But there are times that are spectacular

[@johnandargiesadventures4203]

Wow, really cool spot, thanks for showing us, great adventure

[@imsim6064]

I'm in love with this channel man. Thank you for sharing

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@johnmason5574]

Really appreciate your videos and I like your choices of music. Look forward to many more. Thank you.

[@Rachel-art-and-design]

Awesome job. Looked amazingly cold. Love it.

[@genekied]

Brittish Columbia is such an awesome place, loved this story. Thanks for sharing.

[@mavahuth5044]

Another interesting video. Be careful out there and stay dry.🌨️😊

[@xavierdavidson9293]

Dustin does it again folks. Was there even a doubt?

[@fredv7487]

Fantastic job as always Dustin. You never fail to keep us interested. Think it would be a fantastic place to take root. Thanks for all your hard work and stay warm.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@lordkiki347]

I’m glad I found this show

[@darlenemurphy4968]

Thank you for another beautiful adventure. Scenery and history from the past and present was very interesting.

[@mrmcfee154]

I really enjoy your content. Great editing, and always informative. Keep up the good work.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@gillwyatt8103]

Wonderfully professional as usual. Always look forward to your Saturday afternoon adventures. Gill 🇬🇧

[@gorillagoldhunters]

Awesome video Dustin !!! Another beautiful video, well done!

[@keestoft250]

Love all your videos Dustin, but this one was special. We all want a cabin in the woods. Canada is just so beautiful. I could see you living up there, go put a bid in for one of them do'er uppers 🖖

[@HoneyandMe]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful place!

[@michellepriest8823]

Finally got my husband to watch with me, he likes your editing style and will likely be tuning in again. We rarely have things in common, thanks for making ground lol.

[@shawnmurphy2047]

A little piece of heaven right here in British Columbia ❤

[@toddtraficanti4832]

Can say it enough, I just LOVE LOVE LOVE your channel, I enjoy escaping to the out doors and with your videos I can do it more often and to great places I can not get time to to go to. Thanks for everything.

[@Destination_Adventure]

🍻 thank you

[@tashav4686]

Oh, hey! Sorry I'm late! Got stuck in the wind! Osland is beautiful! Thank you for taking us along!

[@brendakrieger7000]

Always appreciate your videos💜🧡

[@amazinggrace392]

Thanks for taking us on your adventures from a fan in Perth, Western Australia. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@Destination_Adventure]

Cheers mate.

[@uxmal56]

Another great video Dustin! I especially love the North Coast ones. Always positive, funny and upbeat! Keep up the great work. Thank you

[@solidsabers]

Hello Saturday morning. Nice to see you here again. Cheers Dustin.

[@Destination_Adventure]

☕️

[@leslielutz6140]

That haunted house is a potential beauty !! What a wonderful place for you in this world Dustin.

[@joangravel2436]

That was a awesome place thanks

[@CherryCreekCanadiansKamloops]

LOVED our tour through the North Pacific Cannery. Looking forward to your feature on it!

[@classydays43]

I swear man. Ever since I discovered your channel I've been in awe with every video I've seen of yours thus far. Cheers from Australia 👍

[@jacobnorth4772]

Suburban moms are looking at that 100 year old door with the window *in absolute silence right now* watching their dream pantry door slip thru their hands.

[@sakmycnc5377]

Hi Dustin! I just wanted to hollar. I've been a avid follower for quite a while. I'm basically disabled and homebound. So, I live vicariously thru adventure vids like yours and yours are some of the best! It's been a pleasure to watch you advance the talent of this craft. All are good, a lot are great, this one is exceptional......good job! And a huge thank you!👍👍👍👍

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you for the kind words, and for enjoying. :)

[@raymondcoggins297]

Another awesome adventure beautiful place

[@msdjdj6635]

AS ALWAYS THANKYOU DUSTIN.. LIKE VE THIS

[@marygoodsell3602]

I just found you and i love your videos! So inspiring, you do such a great job, and the music is amazing! Thank you for bringing joy!

[@TomJones0065]

Ah once again, Coffee With Dustin on a chilly Morning. My Friend You NEVER stop Amazing US/ME! Sad about all them little houses, I would love to find a small place in the woods like that. Maybe NOT there being as my Old Body does not like to much cold anymore, but I would STILL Ruff it and LOVE IT! THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO! I can not wait for the Story On the Cannery! Bless You for all YOU DO! Thank You with all my heart!

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you so much.

[@dodgeguyz]

And yet another amazing video Dustin. You do an amazing job of showing us these places.

[@kathyrountree4567]

Another great adventure, my Saturday morning starts with your new destination

[@bettybrigance6784]

You seem to have an old soul with a spark of humor...love your videos, hope you eta piece of this place...

[@LittleCabinintheYukon]

Wow! What a lovely place! Having grown up on the wet west coast, I could feel that rain in my bones. Gotta love it! Sitting here in our cabin, up early in order to get enough signal to get online, and enjoying your video was a perfect way to enjoy my coffee. Thanks so much!

[@michelleleonard2421]

So beautiful and thank you for sharing your adventures with us!

[@randybooth9192]

Thanks Dustin that was a great explore even with the rain🤘

[@bobbiesox6289]

That was beautiful! I would love to live there, so peaceful and just amazing! Thank you for taking us along!

[@deborahfarr2201]

So glad you could go back. It's a beautiful place.

[@ruthwierenga9305]

you always have such interesting music.

[@iancasidy9951]

This was one of the "best of the bunch" really enjoyable and informative video on Osland, what a trip and we got to stay dry.

[@Jake-yx7ct]

What an adventure. Nice explore of a quiet spot on this planet. You are very respectful of the homes in your comments. Oh and you are a true explorer and discoverer of historic and forgotten places. Keep sharing I for one will keep Watchin. 🖤🖤🖤

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@stanorlowski6797]

Just awesome .

[@sheriewelsford]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@timh.499]

all of your videos are awesome. thank you for sharing your adventures, dustin

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@sheridagg4017]

Thank you again for taking us on your great adventure again Taking us to places we may not be able to. Looking forward to the next

[@rhondaburke5700]

Excellent 👍

[@kasiesimonson7208]

You are my favorite content creator I love your channel thank you so much for all of your hard work to give us these adventures to go on with you

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you very much

[@DannoM_]

What a great and rainy adventure! I love learning the history and seeing the beautiful landscape.

[@terrymcleod5651]

Great adventure as always Dustin. A little boat tip with all the rain water in the boat once you get going pull the plug and it will drain the boat.

[@dbirchwood3732]

Dustin I’ve been watching your adventures these last couple of weeks and they are phenomenal!! Thanks new friend!!

[@robertbartlett6876]

Thank you for the adventure

[@jontooke846]

That was a incredible story and exploration of the town. Thanks so much I really enjoy all your camera work and stories and history by everything you do

[@cherylsibson2529]

Very impressive work Dustin Great work! wow, so that's where all the rain has gone? Not a drop on the coast but I think you had the better time with the rain, than without the rain. Let it rain!

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@mamasinger49]

You have such a great eye for beautiful camera shots. It really feels like being there. Wonderful as always!

[@LynnOddson-Franke]

I grew up in Osland, My grandparents place was the last home , with the boat shed...

[@NerdRageEnt]

Ever since finding your videos I have absolutely loved your channel. Keep up the awesome work.

[@ctd92dad]

Love this video. Yup weather and season can cause frustration. Hey I love that little jewel of a cabin. Totally off grid. Yeh man, that would be my choice.😊