Epic Snocat Recovery! Stuck for a month and half!

After being stuck for a month and a half, we brought in the world famous @budnixon to help us out with his awesome Tucker Sno-Cat for a recovery job on a Chevy Silverado that trapped by a snowstorm while on a family Christmas tree hunting trip. The snow was about 5' deep with a 1' layer of crust ice on the top and the truck was frozen in place. My tracked Jeep would have been able to drive in and out of there, but I had serious doubts about it being able to pull the truck out. So Nik brought in his Snowcat to be the muscle for the job and after a lot of shoveling and winching, we were able to get the truck back to solid ground with no damage and reunited with it's very happy owner.
Here's a link to the greatest snowcat camping video ever made, that just so happened to be made during the same storm that buried the truck, and only about a mile away..
• Best Sno-Cat Winter Wh...
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Also a huge thanks to Ben with @406garage for helping out with the filming!
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[@BFVgnr]

I like that attitude. "There is no bad weather, only bad equipment" The weather is indifferent. It doesn't bear malice, it just is.

[@bradw6413]

I had a brother in law drive up a snowmobile groomed trail to go snowshoeing. Solid ice in morning, not so much in afternoon, buried it in up to doors. We got it out next day. That night it snowed 36”. He got lucky.

[@GMoby]

Algorithm.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

That's the most common scenario I have to go get people out of. They drove out in the morning and cruised all around no problem because the crust was hard, then when they tried to go home in the afternoon they broke through

[@tobylougee575]

OK

[@judyherman1249]

My son loves going out in the snow a lot. If and when he sees people and their vehicles stuck he helps them out every time. About a month ago he has up at Snoqualmie enjoying the snow with his 2 dogs. Two different people got stuck so he helped them out. After they left he went to leave but his front end dropped in a hole, broke his drive shift and he was stuck. Just then two guys with with two different trucks came by and pulled him out. Woo-hoo! I believe that when you help others God sends others to help you too. Kindness begets Kindness.

[@murrayf2890]

Nice when people volunteer their time and effort to help out.

[@Quacks0]

Yes, that is always very heartwarming and pleasurable to watch :D

[@kevinmoore6954]

It was an honor to be a part of this successful recovery. Huge shout out to Casey for the calls to odot and forest service to get the permission to get this done. Thanks again to Nikson for the equipment the sacrifice of time and the horsepower that was necessary for this to be a success! Til next time boys!!

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Thank you again for the help, it was very much appreciated!

[@RideRevival_Outdoor]

nice job kevin, missed your comment last night.

[@dawnmancell2330]

Casey LaDelle you are bad to bone little brother keep on doing what you are are doing love 💕💕 you for helping the people

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

@@dawnmancell2330 his father in law is the "owner" of the stuck truck. They staged this. It's fake.

[@michigandogman3060]

This is one of the pluses of social media, it can be used for the right thing! May God bless you guys for saving this guys truck. Bud brought out the big gun and got it done.

[@shanemolloy5538]

After 2 years Ive only now seen this video. Eric took me on my first rollover recovery as a tow truck driver and I was hooked.

[@williamlloyd3769]

Epic recovery! Incredible team effort. PS - Bud Nixon has one fantastic looking fur hat.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

I definitely need to step up my hat game

[@TracyRhodes27]

That Ushanka hat is seriously rad. "There is no bad weather, only bad gear."

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

@@georgevinson612 I'd say that when he really paid a top bill.. Beaver..

[@pauljoseph8338]

I’m obsessed with Bud’s SnoCat. That is the coolest machine I’ve seen in a long time🐱!!!

[@roliver64111]

YES BY FAR AN AWESOME GROUP OF PEOPLE!!

[@rjdestiny-mx4ir]

Got locked out of my car once when I first started driving as a teenager. To this day I don't leave the keys in the car unless I have a window opened enough to get my arm in

[@lenrenfro4563]

Same here. Locked out once with keys inside. Never again.

[@ginaallen3797]

Wow, Wow, Wow. What an awesome group of cool humans. Peace.

[@TheScoundrel70]

Fantastic collaboration and recovery! Someone needs to get Bud a Yankum rope for his very cool Sno-Cat. Digging the trench, then breaking away the wall is a very wise way to dig out a vehicle without doing any unnecessary damage too. Well done guys!

[@donaldstenico5266]

That was amazing. Well done Gentlemen

[@calvin.miller]

Awesome video! Thanks for the ODOT shout-out! We're Happy to help. Glad it all worked out for you guys. Great work! You found a new subscriber!

[@CaseyLaDelle]

The help was very much appreciated! That staging area you built was quite literally the key that unlocked the whole operation!

[@calvin.miller]

@@CaseyLaDelle anytime! Keep up the great content!

[@Casinogirl56]

That teamwork was nothing short of amazing. And the scenery is absolutely breathtaking.

[@KyGun]

Russians have some of the most insane off-road vehicles, whether its snow, mud or ice they have a vehicle for everything. I have seen some of their tracked vehicles in mud that would swallow a house and they manage it like its nothing. I love watching those Russian mud video's. Great video and that Tucker Sno Cat was awesome.

[@byronwhitney665]

This video is full of very useful information. What an incredible effort to help out a fellow human being. It’s a clear example of how quickly extreme weather conditions can be become life threatening. Great job guys, I hope this video gets a million views. So informative and such an excellent example of the American Spirit and Team work.

[@vincecarnevale4406]

Years ago my friend and i took a logging road with my cj5, drifted too far to the right and dropped into plowed over shoulder,a logger in a 2wheel drive Chevy pickup with chains came by and pulled me out,what a humble experience.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

That's exactly how this guy got stuck. The ditch was plowed over and looked like level ground

[@thecapturban]

Casey... you did notice.. buried hood deep, drug out backwards, spun around and drug out frontwards over a huge bank, and the front bumper is all in one piece! Unlike a certain someones Dodge that wont be mentioned🤣🤣🤣🤣 Yall are awesome ppl.. Humans helping Humans

[@michaelmatchee]

Growing up poor we used what was around. Sliding down the hill on car hoods was good times. Use them.for off road recovery strap under each tire n it should slid out easy peasy. The older generation with a more rounded front ends would work best n they are typically smaller than many of the new flat hoods. Keep the vids coming.

[@nathankirschbaum3856]

The guy got lucky his truck wasn’t out there until the snow melted. Good teamwork.

[@richardthomas1743]

👍 Team work ! Nice job getting the Silverado out of it's ice coffin! It sure is beautiful there. The dead trees , are they dead from a fire? Seems like they all are broke off at about the same height too so maybe a wind storm? Thumbs up to everybody that was involved!

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Big fire

[@msheaver]

Many thanks for sharing the part about haz-mat recovery, freeze-thaw cycles, moisture penetration and mold; that was something I hadn't even thought about.

[@jonathonmason6394]

Awsome. Good thing that snow cat was there.

[@travisk5589]

Great job ODot. Luckily you caught them in between storms. I bet that they were happy to bust the equipment out and have some fun.

[@CaseysOffRoadRecovery]

These are always my favorite kind of recoveries.

[@vincentsmalley3073]

You guys rule the snow recoveries Sorry Matt lol

[@rjtumble]

I love how quiet that snow cat is, I'm used to them being much louder than that, the thing is a beast though.

[@roomwithapointofview]

My Dad always said, "There is no such thing as cold people, just improperly dressed people."

[@dennispalmer6007]

This was definitely an interesting recovery. Kudos to all the people that donated their time and labour to get the pickup rescued

[@chrismorgan1239]

I live in Medford Oregon I love watching your channel

[@arlitabeard7693]

I'm in Little Rock Ar I love watching my home state from Tigarf Oregon

[@thomascornelius510]

Nice job bro. I was stuck that bad before. Lol. A huge storm in the 80s. . I was in front of a farm and he helped me out after the storm. You really saved that guys bacon I'll tell ya. God bless.

[@philp7648]

Its wild how clean that truck still looked after coming out of there!

[@ridemtb2656]

love seeing all the awesome people you work with and help out!

[@billclisham8668]

You've just got to love the classic old snow cats!

[@ElectricDanielBoone]

Super job by the entire team! Very pretty county! I believe Tucker still makes their Cats down here in my home town of Medford OR.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Yep, they are still in Medford

[@rogermontee8264]

Great recovery Casey!!!!! Thanks for sharing.☺️☺️☺️👍👍👍👍

[@shultz550]

Awesome job.. loved the longer video as well.. God Bless and keep em coming casey

[@ambulingadventures-stan1050]

Great recovery! Thx for sharing!

[@travissweeney788]

Snow cat was awesome,great volunteer work,good karma,I been saving that one

[@mikecowan8762]

Proud of You Casey...Great Job

[@mwp597]

Epic recovery! Great job to everyone involved.

[@NaturesMagik406]

You guys are so awesome!!!

[@edgarrogers3706]

Great recovery, keep the videos comeing, we really enjoy your channel.

[@douggrunberg]

That was awesome! Thanks.

[@cliffordkellerhouse5408]

What an awesome sno cat..... beautiful beast!!!!

[@jimwest3891]

Well done by all of you!!! ODOT and Casey... Great teamwork!!!

[@allergictoasphalt11]

What an amazing recovery and beautiful Tucker.

[@h.h.legacydiesel6724]

You guys are awesome 👌 Thanks Casey, ✌🏻 Nick? And everyone else. That is a great snow Cat. To all the volunteers out there, THANK YOU!!!. You make the world 🌎 a much better place . 👌✌🏻👋🏼👍♥️ ❄ 🇨🇦 😎.

[@budnixon]

Thank you 🙏🙏🙏

[@kirkslack]

MORR is tuning in!!!! Nice recovery. Thanks for filming and sharing.

[@tlaughlin1969]

Well done, a great group of people doing great work.

[@adventureswithducky4088]

Nicely done! It's interesting how you were discussing moving from Russia or California and the differences. I moved from Canada to the USA and ended up moving North. Yeah ....... from basically the north shore of Lake Erie to Mid-Michigan ........ it's north, not much but it's north.

[@Annie6460]

That was a wonderful recovery video! You are all absolutely amazing caring people. ❤️🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@marcuscorvain1204]

Nice seeing a good group of people coming together

[@pvjohnson52]

This was the most amazing video. Kudos to all those who helped. I enjoyed this along with a couple more of your videos. I got behind in my viewing. Thanks for sharing.

[@virginiasattler5513]

I luv the way everyone is willing to help. Have a great day

[@barbarabrand190]

Great video! Nice rescue in a beautiful setting. Really enjoyed it.

[@AlsterJW]

Very satisfying to watch! Excellent Job!

[@MegaRpgPlayer]

Love the channel Casey glad I stumbled upon it! Great content, you're a very generous guy and always willing to help someone out!

[@EatCarbs]

Wow.. that was badass. Great job helping him out. Thanks for the video

[@loose-arrow-garage]

I was anxiously awaiting this video and you didn't disappoint. Great job by all!

[@mikelang4191]

This was a ton of fun! And an excellent example of the crust you talked about.

[@williamlulay7982]

Great rescue! Puts a whole new spin on the words "winter wonderland!"

[@hmty2002407]

Love the video man. And more is the positive attitude all the time. . Great job guys.

[@jamesbigham9036]

You guys did an amazing job definitely had the right crew to get the job done. The fact everyone volunteered there time is a great thing people helping people the way it should always be.

[@MrJordanwain]

Wow! Stunning scenery and awesome to see everyone working together to get that guys truck out!

[@Quacks0]

4:31 Snow-Cat to truck: Don't worry, Little Buddy --- help is on the way --- we'll get you out! :D

[@paulwatts6736]

nice work guys ! thanks for video..

[@sharonbull4483]

What an amazing story and recovery. Enjoyed watching. Looks so peaceful and calm up there.

[@bonrodgers4096]

Love what you do do fun to watch. Really cool helping John the vet. I go one of your shirts long sleeve love it.

[@bobpearce3665]

Great video, well done to all for helping the guy out.

[@clivehorridge]

I broke a shovel just like that and bound it with duct tape (temporarily) about 15 years ago… it’s still doing just fine. “No worries about finding the truck, I marked it with a Christmas tree sticking up outa the bed… Oh wait…” Good work guys ❤️🇷🇴👍🏻

[@mitchc5594]

I'm impressed that the pickup still has all its windows and stra body panels. Where im from the trashy people usually find and smash stuff like this

[@jabjab1010]

Well played. thanks for the vid.

[@-sstevens5444]

Brilliant... learned a lot about what to do "if"...

[@1amazingj]

Absolutely Fantastic Gentlemen. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 You all are Amazing. Thank you for some valuable information you gave us.

[@hillfamilyfarm4056]

Good Job Guys!!! Awesome that you guys did that! That guy was super Happy!

[@williamr.kirkland6317]

Thanks - very entertaining and educational - never seen a vehicle in that much snow and/or need for recovery.

[@dirkditmer453]

In the early 80s, I was a groomer at the ski areas in Tahoe. We used Tucker Sno-Cats. Spent a ton of hours in those old girls, love them to this day. The one job I had in my life that I would pay THEM to do again. Great vid.

[@SeanFillner]

Great seeing you two collaborate. Wish I could have been there... Keep up the great work!

[@paulsmallriver6066]

I could notlive anywhere else. I love it here.

[@bobwoods5017]

Too cool! Always wanted to live in the snow! Still do!

[@TheTulerie]

I always enjoy these channels in the winter. The places & ways that people get stuck in when the snow is there is kind of amazing.

[@johnsmircic6650]

You are correct! Bud Nixon puts out top notch content!!! Enjoy EVERY SINGLE vid!!!👍👍👍

[@marchmckinlay6796]

Grate recovery, that was a very beautiful day to do that recovery

[@richardelliott9511]

Great teamwork, awesome job. Another graphic example of the superiority of tracks over tires, while also showing that even a big tracked vehicle can get ito trouble. Thanks to everyone involved!

[@clarisamorales5358]

Great video and good lessons learned all round. I always feel pretty invincible in my 4x4, but this shows where that can getcha.

[@sturnie1]

Great recovery well planned out bring in a small army makes it easier too! Thanks Casey

[@derekdee9592]

Snow cat is fantastic old school kit , great job guys !

[@mrfarmer532]

Beautiful scenery and very informative video 👍🏼🤩👏👏

[@prestonvandivier1379]

nice to see people using line dampers on the tight winch lines. Seems like a very easy way to stay much safer

[@lkharley82]

It shows the guy with the winch knows what he's doing.

[@UtahOutlander]

That Tucker is such a cool old machine! Great recovery, guys! That's some gorgeous country up there, too! 👍👍

[@edwinschlee8374]

Now that is a Snow Cat! But that is what you needed to get that truck out of there!

[@JackSenna888]

Really enjoying these winter vids Casey and the geographic stories! Great stuff.

[@drandisol]

Gosh, this is where I grew up as a kid. Great memories! Beautiful country.

[@cliffordkellerhouse5408]

Awesome volunteer effort......props to you all for giving your time and equipment to help someone in need!!!

[@brookieant]

Cracking video i wouldn't if thought you would get it out but you all did a great job 👍🏼 👌🏽🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@kevincomeau2035]

That was awesome to watch start to finish ! Everybody is a star in this video great job 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 But the Tucker is the one that steals the show 🤩 ! Loading up on way out was pretty cool 👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks

[@MissCV]

People think the same when I say I’m from socal. “How do you like the country”. I’m like “I AM from the country and mountains. Ever heard of Idyllwild”? It’s colder there. My lullaby was the snowplow in the middle of the night.