DON’T RV Banff! Do This Instead [RV Life Canada]

[@stevedenoyer5956]

100% peanut butter every time!, Craig you’re not alone bud. Done it all my life

[@wildrvlife]

haha it seems more popular than I realized

[@whatdafrog]

@@wildrvlife 10:15 Craig "sling blade": I'll put some good ol' peanut butter, hmm-hmm. 😆❤

[@questionmark4348]

Fun fact..... My mother used to work at the Lodge at Athabaske Glacier back when the glacier almost reached the highway. She grew up in Jasper her father was the "Station Master" at the CN rail station in Jasper P/S I'm 73 now that should tell you how long ago that was.... ;-) You gotta check out the Salmon Glacier it's epic!! and you can drive right to it, (not with the trailer though), Camp at Meziadin Lake Provincial Park and drive in with the pickup only

[@dianabrock2356]

Welcome to Canada! Where you can get every season in a single day.

[@wildrvlife]

haha we are surely learning all about that!

[@ourrvsunsets]

You officially hit the level of old married couple when you went to the Canmore Engine Bridge. Why you ask?? Because Y'all are dressing matchy matchy! Toni and I, about twice a week, get half way through the day before we realize we're matchy matchy. Fun video as always kids! Safe travels!!

[@aviationsafetyoversightgro9812]

You have to go to Lake Moraine at sunrise. Absolutely our best photo on our western trip. We camped in a Canadian park near Lake Louise. Took a bus to the lake at 4:30. On the bus back to the campground they told us that there are 68 bears in the park and most of them forage near our campground. The tour guide advised that there are 2 types of campgrounds where we were the “hard side” (trailers & class A, B,C) and the “soft side” (tents & popups). The soft side has a strong fencing. So we arrive back at our RV at 9 am where we were questioned by a ranger. Seems like our neighbors in the small trailer next to us were shaken at about 5 am accompanied by a loud “Woof”. So we missed our “visitor” that morning.

[@blakep4082]

As a Saskatchewan resident I was very surprised and impressed that you pronounced Saskatchewan properly. Another great video. Love seeing our country.

[@carolhak]

Rain is your friend 🌲🌲🌲🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@herewegoagainrv1363]

Ha! My hubby says he’s my pack mule all of the time! 😄 My octogenarian pack mule- and we’re fulltimers too. ❤️ We did the drive to Alaska two years ago and we were in Banff/Lake Louise last year. Wonderful memories!!!

[@michaelmuller4719]

I love Baniff and Jasper. I've been going up there since I was a kid.

[@dero9711]

What can I say? I'm a Canuck, JUST maple syrup on my pancakes EH!!! ( Craig, I was waiting for at least one EH, wazzzzzup Bud?) Lol, Victoria your nose is healing very well. Hope your IT band heals quickly. Happy trails.

[@royripkens5515]

I live in Alberta and am so pleased that you are enjoying the mountain scenery. Sometimes we take it for granted.

[@traci635]

I love natural peanut butter on my Kodiak pancakes! No syrup, only peanut butter. Can't wait to see where you and your friends take us, on the road to Alaska 😅 today was so beautiful! Thank you for sharing

[@wildrvlife]

And we are so excited to bring you along! Thanks for watching!

[@pamelamingus8991]

My husband eats peanut butter on his pancakes. Now, some of the grandkids do too.

[@pennee365]

We live in Wisconsin in the area of the Niagara Escarpment that was formed by a glacier. It’s a beautiful area.

[@Oldoregonnurse]

Gotta put PB on pancakes. Gives you some protein!! Also definitely going to lift our Lance before we go next year. Taco Bell hahahahaha

[@user-tya1212]

You four are going to have a blast in Alaska!

[@wildrvlife]

We definitely are!

[@michaelmuller4719]

Athabaske Glacier in Jasper use to come to the highway when I was a kid in 1965.

[@gregboyd7356]

There are a couple of things y’all need to have 1 never forget your generator 2 some communications for backing up hand signals sometimes don’t work and3 tire-minders hate blowouts maybe you have them I just never see them in the videos great videos ya’ll

[@BradLMN]

Peanut butter on pancakes, waffles, & French toast! Craig, you are not the only one who enjoys peanut butter on pancakes. I have a hard time eating them without & almost never do..👊

[@shawnbeerens4292]

Try it on toast with eggs, it's amazing!

[@marciacoker2968]

Hi Craig and Victoria! Lovely video and all the places you visited, althoug the cave was a little creepy 😅 glad you are enjoying your friends of Open Roading 🙌💛💛

[@jayner3981]

When you r in the rockys in spring, expect rain and snow. Come back through on your way back from Alaska, and then you will more likely hit our hot / dry summer. The Rocks r beautiful in every season.

[@MrYoup11]

The hot spring you should check out, is Liard Hot Springs which is on the Alcan Highway on the BC side, not too far from the Yukon. On the Highway just past Liard hot springs and into the Yukon, there are almost always Buffalo grazing along the side of the road.

[@gregboyd7356]

Y’all are just so entertaining

[@badgerpa9]

People forget the 5th grade science experiment of putting an ice cube out and seeing if it melts faster as it gets smaller. If you go back through Wisconsin sometime take Highway 14 between Madison and LaCrosse it goes through the area they say is unglaciated in the last ice age. The bluffs and valleys are a nice view. You got some excellent shots in the cave and that was a quick shot getting the mad goat running past. Hope your trip goes great and you stay safe and healthy.

[@gregboyd7356]

Get some walkie-talkies😊 20:01

[@stevedenoyer5956]

That glass bridge was wild!

[@wildrvlife]

right?! What a crazy feat of engineering!

[@keving4792]

It's not just Canada being far north, you're in the mountains so you are at altitude. I live in Colorado and I have experienced snow in every month of the year in the mountains. So I would expect that when you are well north of the 49th.

[@ChrisStudebaker-v7e]

Excited to go along with you to Alaska! Your vids are always fun and uplifting. It's great that you two understand that life is short, so you need to make those memories sooner rather than later! ❤

[@tahnetastroh4679]

I live in Alaska and you are really going to enjoy it! South central Alaska is one of the most beautiful places on earth! Be sure to make camping reservations early, they fill up fast.

[@sleahy4082]

I just found your channel and very much enjoyed it, especially as you started in the Kootenays (where I'm from and my heart is, though you weren't in my area). I'm glad you enjoyed it. I smiled as you drove through and shared your comments. You'll be interested to know that much of the area gets quite hot in the summer, even past 100'F in July and August. And how that you have been to the ice fields you get to call knit hats by Canadian name of tuques (too -ks) and call it learning a strange language. ;-) Honestly the entire interior region between Banff and the coast are full of hidden gems that are often overlooked by people rushing to go straight through to the bigger most advertised destinations. If you do happen to stray from the fast track a good trick is to ask locals about what they know about. I hope you both/all enjoy yourselves well and get your money's worth during your time in our country. And P.S. Tim Hortons A.K.A. "Timmies" is no joke. Or, wait. Maybe it is a really big one. Any time a coffee/donut shop makes national news for the outrage of raising coffee prices by $.10 could very possibly be a joke. He was a hockey player BTW. This is serious business. It is as serious as the question of whether you are team Timmies or team Starbucks. Can't be both. Sorry about the rain. Blame the cat. Cheers

[@wildrvlife]

Thank you so much and great info!

[@paulab984]

I tried to explain Tim Hortons to a friend in NC and said that it's like Dunkin Donuts, Panera and Starbucks had a baby...

[@KalynBrookeCo]

I agree-it’s entertaining to “spy” on other rigs and see how they do on the bumps! 😂 Loved seeing all the unique places in that area!

[@DeborahDishong]

I really enjoy these videos. I love the trips, views and adventures. The company is fun, too!

[@wildrvlife]

So glad you enjoy them!! We love getting to share our adventures with you

[@Livin_inRVA]

Fun facts with Craig! (May or may not be totally accurate…but definitely fun!)

[@1sheinz]

So Glad you got out too the Columbia glacier! For reference when I was 14 the toe of the glacier was about 1/4 mi from the Jasper Banf highway. And Yes peanut butter and strawberry jam and MAPLE syrup. CHEERS AND SAFE TRAVELS Steve h.

[@ohioclassCcamper]

Great adventure, hope Craig's hip heals up soon.

[@BenjaminMedlock]

Random Craig at 22:50 Tim Horton's!

[@StevelsCamping]

I'm from Calgary, the weather in the spring, you can get anything.

[@michealkerr2064]

We are in Tok Alaska today, drove Alcan all is good to Whitehorse. After Whitehorse first rough road is washboard gravel for miles then rough repair patches. Be extremely careful in the areas of frost heaves, many miles of them 150 miles of bad road between Whitehorse and Tok

[@romantower]

Craig, I’m just healing from that same hip pain that you had, from my back to my inner thigh down my front thigh to my knee in pain. Went to the chiropractor put my back in and now I’m getting over this pain after three weeks. good luck praying for you, have a blessed trip.

[@jjones5424]

Our family was so lucky to visit these same sights, from Lake Louise to Jasper NP.........back in 1971.!!! Not as many high tech attractions but the mountains and the views are the same........great memories!!!

[@gregboyd7356]

Y’all are just so entertaining 18:33

[@richgollihur9585]

PEANUT BUTTER FOR THE WIN!!! Craig is so right!! If you have never tried it, you are not living yet!

[@lilylangman5620]

Always put peanut butter on our pancakes and on our waffles too

[@franky-11636]

In Canada you have to call your winter hat a tuque. It’s a must!

[@randywade389]

I follow both of you guys, So, it will be fun to see the differences in your videos.

[@roxyg74]

In 2023 you would have been in Alberta there was smoke from forest fires so thick you couldn't see any mountains. So rainy days are welcome. 😁 enjoy Canada.

[@kbcoggin]

"Fun fact: something about horns!" hahaha I love your channel!

[@wildrvlife]

LOL we only kind of share facts 🤣

[@mikeray6898]

I sent this same idea ro Open Roading. I dont mean to overstep, but my idea is this, and maybe your already doing it. Maybe in your videos, have everyone, all four of you, in the forfront of your individual videos. Everyone be together on both channels? My late wife and I travelled with friends often. It adds an element of fun; some conflict; prayer; and ultimatlely Love. People i believe need to see this . Enjoy your friendship and travels. Your frindship makes for awesome viewing. You have an opportunity here.🥰

[@danielbarrett6026]

We were able to go to Banff and Jasper a couple of years ago. It was a beautiful drive though the mountains.

[@itsyagirleli]

hey friends!! have a great week! good to see you!🫶🏻

[@wildrvlife]

Thank you so much for joining us!!

[@joshlindsay2639]

Yes. I’ve been putting peanut butter on pancakes and waffles my whole life.

[@dougstinton1622]

100% put PB&Jam (homemade raspberry) on my pancakes! I also make my own pancakes from scratch. They’re so good!

[@johnluce-lg5zt]

You guys should check out Glacier National Park. Having just traveled to Banff last summer our takeaway was that while Banff is spectacular Glacier is somehow more enjoyable.

[@nunyobizkneez]

sharkbite ball valves for the fresh tank overflow drains will keep water from siphoning out 🙃

[@beagledog5094]

Before I became allergic to peanuts, I used to put peanut butter on baked fish, pike in particular. You should try it. Craig, you are in Canada now, use maple syrup on your pancakes. It's been nearly 50 years since I was in Banff and up to Jasper. I still miss the beautiful scenery and the sound of a thunderstorm in the mountains. The icefield has been shrinking for many years. When I was there, in the 70's, it almost reached the highway.

[@snaphappee]

I love watching videos with two of my favorite RV couples!!

[@lshawndavis]

Loved this video! We live in Calgary (about 45 mins from Banff) and it was so fun to see our backyard through your eyes! I’ve never been to the Exshaw bunker, and it looks like a place to check out :-) As for the weather, you hit one of the coldest springs I ever remember - but September and October are usually pretty warm. Depending on how long you stay in Alaska, you may want to come back and try a few more amazing Rocky Mountain hikes.

[@bstaf]

Peanut butter on my pancakes for 50+ years. Thought to me by my grandma. Only way to eat pancakes. Almost like a Snicker's bar when you add the maple syrup.

[@KU9L]

We just requested a quote from Brinkley on the Z 2900 as now is near the end of the 24 season where they can start posting sale prices that make your heart rate increase. Suddenly you go from depressed to impressed. We are also requesting a quote for the 4500# Gen-Y pin box & the offset gooseneck ball. Now to find the dealer that can deal with us taking delivery the latter part of October when we are done camp host managing for the summer.

[@walterrafolski5662]

Y’all have fun and be safe, you seem to find the neat places to go see! I’m glad to see y’all are traveling together.

[@B3NNYO4383]

That Canmore engine bridge is a filming location from The last of us TV show.

[@wildrvlife]

That's what we heard. That's pretty awesome.

[@B3NNYO4383]

@@wildrvlife keep up the awesome content love it. Next time you in Alberta stop by Drumheller the Royal Terrell Museun & Dinosaur Provincial Park. All within in close proximity of each other.

[@FLWeekendWarriors]

Great video, we reserved a class “C” from CanaDream and will be camping in Banff at Tunnel Mountain in August. We meet you at the Tampa Show, enjoy your trip and stay safe.

[@rollingwiththebolings]

As always, we loved the video. We agree with peanut butter on the pancakes. Don't listen to the naysayers. Such beautiful views. We can't wait to make it to Canada someday.

[@wildrvlife]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it and hope you get to explore this area one day!

[@05MaryBeth]

I put peanut butter on my pancake 🥞 too 😊

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Early summer? It isn’t officially summer until June 21/22😁. You’re in the Canadian Rockies so it’s not warm until the real summer months-July & August. The Icefields Parkway is our shortcut from Calgary to Prince George BC. I’ve been taking photos of the Athabaska Glacier since 1976 & so have quite the record of the glacier receding. Saskatchewan is Sa-skat-cu-wan And we’ve been on the road since April 20 & it’s only been warm & sunny for pockets of hours. Even when we went Boise,ID! I’m so over the wind rain & cold!

[@beckiegodby]

We enjoy your videos so much!! Everyone in my family uses peanut butter on their pancakes!! 😋

[@mountainsintomemories]

I messed up my IT band years ago, it’s no fun. Hopefully it gets better, I had to get a cortisone injection because it kept bothering me. Anyways, Canada looks awesome! We want to get up to this area someday!

[@wildrvlife]

It seems to be doing a lot better. just taking forever to fully heal.

[@MrYoup11]

Probably the beautiful short hike in Banff is Johnston Canyon, finding parking and squeezing through the people is not what I call fun.

[@thetorotek4659]

You HAVE to have PB on pancakes with Syrup.... LOL. It's too sweet without it... LOVE IT...

[@claytonleckie9924]

If you guys like Hot Springs should check out the Nakusp hot springs or ainsworth worth Hot Springs. Little bit out of the way, but definitely worth it. Way better than radium.

[@wildrvlife]

Ooh ok thank you for the tip! We always like to have a good hot spring to be ok the lookout for

[@blackberrythorns]

@@wildrvlife on the western side of the rockies and throughout the kootenays there are lots of hot springs, some are completely undeveloped but you need local knowledge.

[@JayandJulieD]

Great Video Guys ! Your editing game is on point! Thank you for Sharing your journey.

[@chrisrichardson4632]

So cool to see you in my area!

[@skigeek]

Corn (dump small can of sweet kernel corn) pancakes with peanut butter and jelly... nothing better!

[@kimmoore9862]

Beautiful mountains ❤❤

[@mistisalzwedel8457]

Peanut butter on pancakes, waffles and French toast. Along with bananas and a little maple syrup!

[@lisalewis2456]

Great views! I love that you’re giving us ideas a little more of the beaten path. Also, love that roll top backpack! What’s the brand?

[@jeremywilson2735]

Yes!! peanut butter on pancakes is the only way to eat them… slice up some bananas as well

[@dougwest1523]

I put peanut butter on my pancakes too! We are going to be in Banff and Jasper this summer too!

[@rongray4847]

You have to love the Rockies, beautiful scenery. 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@wildrvlife]

The are GORGEOUS!

[@hank1527]

YES, peanut butter all the way and always!!!

[@danyceroppe463]

If it’s Sciatica, you can do some easy excercises for some relief. Rain and snow (barometric pressure) really do make you feel it more. Sorry you’re not feeling your best.😕

[@wildrvlife]

ahhh I wonder if the rain has been making it worse then. Hopefully it'll heal soon, thank you for the well wishes!

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Early summer? It isn’t officially summer until June 21/22😁. You’re in the Canadian Rockies so it’s not warm until the real summer months-July & August. The Icefields Parkway is our shortcut from Calgary to Prince George BC. I’ve been taking photos of the Athabaska Glacier since 1976 & so have quite the record of the glacier receding. My favourite memory of my first visit is a classmate sliding down the aret saying “I’m faaallling”. He was fine. Just got to the bottom of the ridge faster than the others. We walked up the path to the edge of the glacier & past all the year markers as it receded. Sad. Saskatchewan is Sa-skat-chew-wan

[@SpykersB]

She said saskatchewan like me born n raised there. Give the girl a trophy man she nailed it! 🏆 🍻

[@lindalowry150]

Enjoyed very much and it looks like a beautiful place. Craig I hope your hip heals soon.

[@wildrvlife]

thank you! and thanks for watching, we got to see some really good views this week

[@smallbore7025]

I almost drowned in the Saskatchewan river when I was a kid. That was a experience I’ll never forget.

[@thomasjones-mb4br]

Yes peanut butter on pancakes and waffles 👍

[@ronnienobles6678]

I put peanut butter on everything!!!

[@jim87vette]

Very beautiful up there. We are headed to Idaho and Oregon next week. Off roading and kayaking should be nice.

[@wildrvlife]

Oh that'll be a great trip. We explored Oregon some a couple summers ago and really loved it. Went rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park!

[@olebloom1641]

Don't worry Craig I was old since I was 21. You get used to it...

[@RalphBleam-g3d]

Another great viedo,Enjoy an safe travels🎉

[@wildrvlife]

thank you!!

[@stevedenoyer5956]

So cool this adventure you guys are on. Def on my bucket list

[@wildrvlife]

It's already starting out so amazing!

[@wandamccord9097]

PB is amazing on pancakes. It gives you some protein for the morning.

[@j.l.o.racing]

You should try the sky walk over Grand Canyon. The one you are on there looks better. But the Grand Canyon one is ok.

[@cindycierlik8162]

So Beautiful 🤩 Canada is spectacular 😮 Enjoy ‼️😊

[@wildrvlife]

It really is so beautiful, we are really enjoying the scenery!

[@grayfox9911]

Looked like fun! Be careful!

[@wildrvlife]

we had a blast, thanks for watching!

[@DJ63phx]

No tap shoes on the glass bridge.

[@Btrfly1765]

Peanut Butter on pancakes and waffles is the best.

[@wildrvlife]

I agree

[@carolhak]

Come back through Osoyoos..you won’t be cold

[@christinapittsley786]

Tim Hortons is awesome love Timbits and hubby loves a double double

[@thereidss]

love your videos! I wish you would mention what month it is in your videos so future me can plan my Alaska trip.

[@josephyoung5395]

been there about 7 years ago/ great views

[@wildrvlife]

Such gorgeous views! haven't ever been anywhere like it!

[@DanDaMan007]

Peanut butter on pancakes is a must Craig!