Alone in a Remote Cabin in Northern Sweden (No Road Access)

When I found out that there's a remote cabin near to where I'd been staying in the Arctic Circle, I couldn't resist a hike there. Several hours through the frozen wild lands of northern Sweden, I finally got there, and what I found really surprised me.
P.S. You can stay in this cabin too! If you'd like to stay in this cabin or at the more accessible cabins of Vuoggatjalme, get in touch with Frans on vuoggatjalme.se/
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[@evazubeck]

Is this the kind of mini-adventure you'd want to go on? 😍

[@yourwifeslover]

We just love ❤️ your happy face and your beautiful energy! Thank you evea

[@mrstocks]

Build an igloo 🙂btw, 17k in the slow?! wtf, even my samoyeds would of given up. Stopping for drone shots etc... is crazy.

[@SupernovaRemodeling]

Wszedzie dobrze tylko nie w polsce!!!

[@jenpalazzo5728]

I am not a cold weather person. Give me the tropics!

[@patbrewer4205]

Nope😅

[@YouveBeenMiddled]

*ProTip:* if you're in a remote cabin with a woodstove, before you leave empty the ash and prepare a new fire lay for the next guest. You never know how dire their need for warmth will be.

[@Steevee14]

What a thoughtful, considerate act that would be!

[@kenardturner7173]

I have also heard that you are supposed to leave matches ready to use for the next person to start a fire.​@@Steevee14

[@Mr.Ekshin]

Yup... imagine being so wet and cold that your hands barely work. You make it to that shelter and find you only need to strike a match. There's kindling and some logs just waiting to be lit. Maybe even a few spare logs off the the side ready to feed in. That's a definite life saver.

[@GF-pc5bt]

Pro tip : Be Nice and considerate in all life situations… :)

[@jeansjostrand6632]

Please keep thing far-away from hot stoves

[@mhe8545]

I saw that bed when you saw the woodstove and thought you would have moved it. Nothing within 3 feet of a woodstove. You are definitely lucky.

[@CaptainArek]

love the extinguisher just right next to the bed

[@Far1988]

She did. You can see it's gone when she started the fire in the woodstove - but she must have put it back in place afterwards

[@zapatafa]

And the fire extinguisher was right next to the bed.

[@MichelleNovalee]

@@Far1988 I think that was the other fireplace. She showed both back to back

[@MichelleNovalee]

I know! I’m shocked she didn’t move it. I immediately thought to move it.

[@cyclepowered8799]

The bed too close to the fireplace was the first thing I noticed when Eva showed the bedroom. So lucky it was not caught on fire!!

[@pumata09]

Yes, me too.

[@geoca82]

For sure! Moving things away from the stove and locating the fire extinguisher is important when lighting fires. Hopefully, she and the viewers learn from this so they won't have to be lucky next time!

[@musubk]

I noticed it as soon as she showed the stove, but then I just assumed she moved it.

[@sketch5119]

Same. I grew up heating our house with a wood stove. Gotta give anything that could catch fire some distance from it.

[@MirandaWatsonArt]

Me, too! I was really hoping she would move it before she started that fire, but no such luck. Glad she found it in time!

[@robert_unterdeck]

first thing I was recognizing when filming the bedroom.... "the fold out bed must be pulled away from the oven" 😄

[@suspicious_white_van]

My dog, Henry, lost a sock on a hike. Several month later we were doing the same hike and he comes running back to me with his lost sock 😊

[@ernestomarquez6655]

Wow

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

That's awesome. 😁

[@andyeveritt9003]

Henrys a top dog what sort of dog is he

[@bobrieth4081]

One time my dog lost her tennis ball in the river camping. Now anytime we go back there she sits on the shore looking for her ball.

[@BigV96220]

Is your dog aa golden retriever 🤣❤

[@DaveShap]

Vilk just keeps digging deeper like "MOM IS THIS HELPING???"

[@shawnfromportland]

Legend in the comments section 🖖

[@TheOnlyTaps]

💯😂

[@debsrealm7606]

Lappland is the most magical place I've ever been to. Im from Sweden and when I quit my adhd meds cold turkey, I went up there in the winter to live in a tent for a while to get my head straight. And damn, ever since, I've been going up there every winter and are now living there in my Van. A big city boy turned mountain man just like that, by a simple touch of raw nature presence. The winds up here are whistleing calm things and the mountains are telling you stories that go waay back since they formed while encouraging you to keep pushing. The rawness of the landscape are healing you in the most profound way. But also the animals, that was the first thing I noticed that the ravens were following us and was just hanging out with us. Moose and reindeers look at you with this welcoming face and hearing the wolves houl under the nordic lights man it gives you these goosebumps that takes you in to the deepest presence of this wonderful & spiritual planet. I've been around the world and its magical as a whole but NOTHING hits like Lappland does...

[@MsElin81]

Bra jobbat!!!! 👏🏼

[@haveaseatmarj]

A dogs loyalty is unmatched. You need no one else but a canine best friend

[@CaptainN80]

It's always impressive how you create such documentaries all by yourself. The time-lapse shots, drone shots, walking the route and filming yourself and then the video editing. Very impressive and extremely well done. 👏

[@seviregis7441]

Yes, agree, she does an amazing job with these videos and it’s not without difficulty, I’m sure.

[@wolfgangamadeus1246]

She is an outstanding story teller with excellent, apparently self-taught, video skills.

[@srellison561]

At least it's a little easier now with today's drones. Used to be, someone would have to walk ahead, place a camera, walk back and film the approach. Now they can just send the drone ahead and film the approach. It saves a lot of walking back and forth.

[@TonyaS]

Right?!? Like it's not hard enough just to do that adventure. The last thing I'd have the motivation to do is shoot and then edit! She gets EXTRA BONUS CREDIT!

[@BigV96220]

Here here we'll said 👏 🙌 ❤

[@scottmorin357]

When you first showed us that second wood stove in the bedroom I saw that fold up bed and thought to myself I hope she moves that. Guess you learned and fortunately didn't burn down the cabin. But you should never leave anything next to a wood stove.

[@enmorot]

Yeah, let’s hope that she and the viewers learn from this! Nothing close to the stove and always locate the extinguisher before lighting fire.

[@melissadsilva6062]

Vilk’s determination to help out mom is just adorable 🥰

[@JimAllen-Persona]

Anyone else love how Vilk is the perfect example of the first law of holes: “If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging”? Love that dog.

[@Sal_car88]

Eva, this is one of my favorite videos ever that you've made. I can't really explain why. Your physical and mental fortitude to push on, Vilk being the best boy, the peace of being there alone yet wanting to share it with someone, your choice of music, the amazing footage you capture. There's just too many reasons. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@lauraelise5095]

I definitely agree!

[@dreamthedream8929]

she can meet up with jonna jinton there. visit her. thats where she lives and makes content from there

[@yasinali7616]

I think she's the last human vlogger others have just become a robot I swear

[@dreamthedream8929]

@@yasinali7616 how about jonna jinton? Whom actually she can meet there and they can make a video together

[@yasinali7616]

​@@dreamthedream8929I'll check out her videos

[@EsteeWalts]

I live my life to the fullest....on my couch, eating a pizza, near my adventurous open fire place, with a good book after enjoying my sunny Spring garden, watching the squirrel visiting, hearing all kind of birds and even cranes flying over a few days ago, and a gentle walk in my friendly environment ( streams , fields, woods) . It is the beginning of Spring, my favorite season/.

[@EsteeWalts]

.........watching someone struggling through the snow ........my 2 lovely doggies nearby in their warm cosy dog beds...

[@rexx9496]

I like watching her videos while eating dinner or chilling in front of the fireplace.

[@michaelowens6572]

Where do you come up with this stuff? LOL 😂❤You're the best Eva! With that ice in You're hair you look like Jill Frost😊Keep on hiking!

[@Guaicoboi]

At what point this adventurous life becomes one of self harm/death wish? Lots to unpack with a good therapist....my POV

[@EsteeWalts]

@@Guaicoboi I get the same idea. Besides that....what about her family worrying to death?? I should not sleep that well with a daughter/son or granddaughter/ grandson living and hiking in desolate places like this woman. Knowing that she is alone by herself in the middle of nowhere. I see her behavior as sucking energy out of others. I mean.....why the hell this awful walk to a lost cabin in the icy frost and snow in the middle of nowhere .....to sleep there for 1 night almost burning down the whole thing and struggling back again? I know she wants to train for a longer trip. But i simply don;t get this masochistic behavior. Trips like that are nice for a vacation of 1 or 2 weeks....but not as a fulltime way of living for years and years. Making her dinner in lost landscapes without any human company. Well she looks like she loves it. But i wonder.....It is too much smiles.

[@johnalmberg7512]

I have sailed across the Atlantic in my own boat, and done all sorts of adventurous things, but I have no idea how you do what you do. I don't think I've ever been that physically strong! Amazing.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I was raised in a big cabin with a wood stove. During the summer for some reason we would sometimes put the telephone (old style plastic rotary phone) on the stove, since we weren't using it. One year when winter rolled around I made the first fire of the year by myself. I think my mom was upstairs. At some point she yelled down, "What's burning?" Yep, it was the phone, which I somehow hadn't noticed, and it was literally melting. My dad wasn't too happy about that one, can't blame him.

[@pfutube4496]

I gather firewood with a human pulled sled here in Alaska. Love your films. Keeping my bees warm till spring. Snow is everyday life here.

[@scotthorns5576]

Ex Firefighter speaking. I noticed when you first walked in there was an extinguisher and then when you showed the bedroom and the stove. My 1st thought was that spare bed needs to be away from the stove. So glad you averted a tragic event.

[@deajansen5210]

That‘s a useful comment for people that don‘t have experience with fires. It‘s not arrogant and mean like so many others of these comments. 👍

[@deajansen5210]

How far away should burnable objects be?

[@scotthorns5576]

Radiant heat is tricky so it depends on each scenario. To be safe I would say at least 6 feet or put in another room. You can determine yourself by placing it away and if you stand there and can feel the heat then maybe further out. Just depends on how hot the stove can get.@@deajansen5210

[@88marome]

*averted

[@NandaK1]

Your four legged buddy is so adorable. He allows you to dress him up for the cold temperatures without making a fuss about it. I am in love with that over grown puppy.....

[@beasawade6032]

Wow you are a tough one , beautiful trip and you have the best compagnie and friend with you

[@seviregis7441]

Me, too, I must admit, he is really something, even the way he ran and found his own boot (sock) and brought it back.

[@markmitchell457]

All your hard work training worked out well. I love seeing Vilk in cold country, his element. He is such a a happy dog.

[@minnam275]

There is a saying in Finland that describes your feelings about the North: Lapin Hulluus. Translated: having crazies for Lapland or The spell of Lapland. Once you've been there, you always long to go back. The feeling is difficult to describe to anyone who hasn't been there before.

[@joppek77]

In swedish, I think the expression would be "fjällbiten". "Smitten by the mountains" or literally "Bitten by the mountains". 😄 I vividly recall the exact moment it happened to me in my adolescence as I accompanied my parents to "fjällen", and I long to go back there every single year. ❤

[@flibbertygibbette]

I can't imagine you'll see this comment, but I just want to appreciate for a moment not only your courage and tenacity, which is hugely inspiring to me as someone wanting to get back into adventure, but your visual storytelling skill. The drone shots, all the camera setups in the cabin, I don't think most folks realize how much thought and work that takes, which is completely invisible when it's done well unless you're actively looking for it. You're a master of your craft, and I'm so glad you do what you do. I'm here for it.

[@rods1379]

I've thought the same thing. It must be so much extra work. As if the adventures aren't difficult enough!

[@FINEST-uk8nc]

I agree and she does it so seem less her narration is so relaxing and moving … big fan !

[@micheleperfumista8363]

My thoughts exactly! Eva is the most artistic and intelligent person I have ever seen on KZbin, her filmmaking is extraordinary, especially as she is alone and her narrative is so engaging. A truly exceptional and one of a kind person.

[@courtney727ray]

Never act on self-reflective thoughts in a moment of stress. You got this!

[@hollandershomestead4481]

He’s a smart dog. Helping you dig for snow, and getting his sock. Love watching him 🐕

[@Peshiolini]

what makes this video so nice is you are two on a journey with Vik and Vik loves life like you and it is so endearing to watch both of you when you have a good friend to share with...

[@Steevee14]

The dog's name is VILK.

[@thomasmchugh1448]

A near miss, there. Yeah, the fold-out bed was much too close to the stove, clear stuff away from the fireplace before you start the fire. Lesson learned, I trust.

[@blancfilms]

Btw it seems counterintuitive but don't just melt snow on its own. Because of all the air trapped in it, it insulates super well which means you use more gas to melt it. Put the snow in water and continually add it to your water to melt more and faster/more efficiently!

[@vibecat4899]

i would find the largest pots, fill them with snow, pour a swirl of water into each, and put them on top of the wood stoves. go back in 10 minutes to give them a stir. keep checking back until you have nothing but water left.

[@elainedreamies7380]

That dog must love his life the amount of outside life he has must be fantastic for him.

[@itscarolinemary]

So glad nothing happened to the cabin or you two! Very scary! Lesson learned, always move everything away from a burning wood stove 😅

[@MrOhavlik]

OMG Eva, I just saw your program on the BBC about Slovenia! It's so awesome that you got such a project from such a prestigious TV!! Congratulations!! And good luck with your future travels, adventures, and life journeys, you are so inspiring!! ;-)

[@merklingassoc]

Have to say, so impressed with all that you've done. You are a remarkably brave young woman. I'm 70 now and well past wanting this type of adventure. OK, let's be honest, I've never wanted this hard of an adventure. I love to travel, actually love the snow, but to push myself that hard, never. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TheDonMateo]

Looks fun. Definitely good to have other people around from time to time. I love your videos.

[@eesko2000]

Eva you really do stand apart from most human beings, being the only person to have Walked to this Cabin in the winter. Very well done ! Enjoy the North ! 🌲❄️🇨🇦🇫🇮

[@teresakinney955]

I love Sweden - only from the videos I've watched. And your video was again proof how beautiful it is. Vik is a wonderful pup and congrats on your hike thru the snow. So so so so grateful you caught that bed on fire!

[@gwenifyer]

Loved the video! And I am happy nothing more happend with the fire 😳 I do understand having the feeling from time to time wanting to share some experiences with someone☺️

[@keyarawveg]

Loved this. Thank you for taking us along. ❤

[@jilliannoble00]

I love watching you and Vilk make these memories together. My old dog lived to 13 and I have so many incredible memories of he and I hiking and having adventures in any weather; best memories ever

[@kevingarman1367]

Wow, I’m so proud of the effort you gave to make this trip! Thankful nothing more serious came from your “hot bed” experience. That will serve to make you more aware on the rest of this journey. Now the truth… I’m so jealous and wish I could have experienced the hike and especially the cabin. I think I would just like to stay right there and see what the seasons bring. Thank you for taking all of us along with you; can’t wait to see the next leg of this journey.

[@LomanB]

Well done you. Great training exercise. Your boy is so cute, so clever! Glad your fire episode was not a disaster. Mesmerised by the additional effort you just invested to do all the filing you so, as well as the challenge you’re undertaking. All the best.

[@garybarr1045]

I've said it before, You have both courage and guts, kiddo. Love it! You are out there alone with nature and God. What more could one ask for? Time disappears and there is only the moment in an orchestrated warmth of silence. You are on the edge of heaven. Beautiful.

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Eva and Vlik. This was a epic short adventure truly it had so spectacular views of a winter wonderland. Thanks for letting us ride along with y'all on y'all's adventures.

[@brianparkhurst1019]

I love when you open the door, vilk is like, me first. Smart dog

[@headcrab4090]

He is like a bodyguard, without the sunglasses.

[@TravelwithTravelarii]

Wow! What an adventure! So captivating and real. Thank you for taking us along on your journey.

[@leighvrooman2824]

Thanks for taking us along. Many of us would never be able to do that long walk. Stay safe.

[@shakostarsun]

I always remember I first found her channel watching her ride horses on a wild trip through Mongolia, still addicted to her.

[@sucieanila2769]

Ohh,as always,I am fascinated by how brave and adventurous you are. More than anything else,i love the way you narrate it...sharing the depth of your thoughts and feelings. I feel like travelling with you,too! Thank you for sharing the love of life no matter how challenging it is. You are such an inspiration.❤

[@truckcampinglifemag]

Eva I have watched your adventures for a long time and you never cease to amaze me.

[@Mozzie322]

I love that you are at peace (most of the times) with what you do. Doing something just because you love to do without worrying about the “what ifs” it is a rare trait and I am glad that you have it.

[@BobSmith-dk8nw]

When it comes to moving heavy loads up elevations - one thing that helps is having some rope. I prefer Parachute Cord - because the Nylon is light and strong. What you don't want to do - depending on the situation - is move yourself and the load up the elevation at the same time. This wasn't that much of an elevation. So this is more for future reference. I only mention this because of your doubt that you could do it. What you do - is get yourself up the elevation - with a line attached to your heavy load - then you pull the heavy load up after you. That way - you're only fighting against the weight of yourself one time and the load the next. Anything like this - is something you want to practice a short distance from home - so you aren't in the middle of nowhere trying to do something you haven't done before. .

[@ReneeRidgeway]

What an incredible journey you're taking us on! Vilk is such a great supportive travel buddy! I just love him and you! You are both so strong and adventurous! Thank you for inspiring and sharing this with us! Be safe out there 🙏🏼 💖 🐾

[@theicangram]

What an incredible journey you are taking us on!! Be safe and strong on girl! Love it! And Vilk!

[@therealronswanson]

just for clarification, a "Mile" (Mil in Swedish) is 10 km, so "two miles" in Swedish would equate 20km

[@stepasidejesus286]

Who would’ve thought a bed next to a fire place would be fire hazard

[@justinburley9223]

I am so proud of you for doing this, it’s such a long way to go and just the two of you. Your dog is amazing ! Your vlogs are so interesting and funny.

[@amypatterson-bocchi2514]

I just love your adventure stories. I live vicariously through them. I’m not sure I’m as brave as you!!! What an amazing experience.

[@davidwollpert5276]

What a beautiful video!!! And funny too! With the sled tipping, Vilk and his holes and ambushes, leaving your poles then Vilk leaving his sock. You two are a colorful pair! But what a place you were in! Amazing serenity, and the oxygen rich cold air! Perfect!

[@brettteets8242]

What a great adventure. Really enjoy Vilk's energy and the ambush. My Czec Shepard does something similar. Thanks for taking us along.

[@justme-dm7sb]

I lost a home to fire. There is nothing quite like sitting down and watching your house burn to the ground and mourning every single loss right then and there so that I could walk away from it looking forward, not back. I have rarely thought about anything I lost that day. My dogs were all outside, I lost 5 kittens. The mother got out. I knew that if I held on to everything I lost that day I would never be ok. Because it really was EVERYTHING. There are few things in this life quite like that experience. I always check whats around before I build a fire anywhere. I have a very healthy fear of fire.

[@anmnou]

She was a complete dumb*ass here.

[@jeansjostrand6632]

Me too jatmland Christmas eve -37 worse time of my life . But we had smoke alarms ..saved our lives ..glad you got out ..we lost everything

[@justme-dm7sb]

@@jeansjostrand6632 Sorry that happened. I can honestly say I know what thats like. I am glad you got out too. Peace and light to you always.

[@bovutest7580]

Eva, you two are absolutely adorable together! Your pup's boundless energy is a joy to watch, and the way you both interact is heartwarming. Your adventures in chilly Northern Sweden look incredibly serene and beautiful. It's quite a contrast to my cozy spot here, but I admire your strength in taking on these journeys solo. Kudos to you! And I must say, your photography is truly stunning. Keep up the amazing work!

[@livebravely1980]

Eva u are a very brave woman. Kudos to you. Keep following your heart.

[@alwayscuriousalwayslearnin]

the bed is the first thing I noticed when you walked into the room and as for myself would have been the first thing that I would have moved before I even left the room , my rule of thumb is when I go to a new place look fort possible dangers ;) another one is tha tI hop that you brought decent sunglasses just in case the sun comes out and starts to reflect off the snow causing snow blindness

[@banitesscruz9771]

GO GIRL!!! 👏👏👏You and your dog are super strong hikers. Hats off to both of you! My wife and I did the Camino de Santiago (French route) Oct to Nov 2023 and we normally did 22-25km in 6 hours and that's without any snow. It's like a walk in the park compared to what you just did.👏 More power to you and God bless!

[@akossarfo-kantanka7231]

Eva I am always in awe of your willpower and drive!❤

[@gsus111]

I love the fact there it's something called a "Swedish mile". We have the word "mil" in Swedish which is 10km, but most of us Swedes don't realize that it's not translated to "mile". Hence, two "Swedish miles" are in fact 20km.

[@jeansjostrand6632]

My Swedish family have for ever spoke about Swedish miles .... not the same as uk Miles or usa ..

[@MartinVesiaidNilsson]

You don't think about it too much but many units gets a bit lost in translation. Yes, an acre is sort of best translated to a hectare (in Swedish, hektar). But it uses different units so the acre is about half of the hectare.

[@Vinterfrid]

Most of us Swedes definitely realise there is a difference between a Swedish "mil" and a "mile". Where did you get that idea from? Speak for yourself please!

[@gsus111]

@@Vinterfrid From more or less every Swedish person I've met in my life trying to explain a distance to a non Swedish speaker. I myself know the difference, as you could see in my comment.

[@bovutest7580]

Swedish Mile for Swedes and Norwegian Mile for the Norwegians, when you live there and not talking to a worldwide audience of course it's just a mile.

[@sahoyte]

You are an amazing woman Eva. You have my admiration.

[@jamesbeaman5944]

Thanks for taus 9n this beautiful journey. You’re awesome. Best, Jim

[@sammylg22]

Eva! Your endurance is impressive. Seriously remember, when you say if you’ll be strong enough for the race, it’s perspective. It looks beautiful there. Did you bring those lights in the room? I love the ambiance. I agree that a cabin trip like that is so much better with people. It’s good to be alone away from social media. But social media gives us a false sense of comfort or connectedness. Then in the wilderness you realize how alone you are. I also think it’s fulfilling to finish such a long and tiring day of walking, then eating with others. I’d be so scared if my dog was barking in the night! We all have stress in life but I feel like that is one of the only times your fight or flight response kicks in. You get so much natural relaxation for the amount of time you spend outdoors. Your skin and hair are beautiful! maybe it’s because you spend so much time in nature.

[@larion3296]

I am happy that you get to experience this, Eva. For many people living up here in Northern Sweden this is the best time of year. Very sunny and and not so cold. Usually people use skis for this type of excursions, but walking is certainly more training (snowshoes would just be more difficult than walking)! And the dog would perhaps help you too much on skis. Vilks would probably manage without socks (frostbite is unlikely for a dog with that thick fur coat).

[@al2eken]

You're absolutely right! Forget snowshoes, but absolutely use backcountry skis. Either have skins for them or built in skins, and steel edges.

[@Steevee14]

Is the dog's coat thick on its feet?

[@larion3296]

@@Steevee14 Dogs release heat through their paws so when exercising it is little risk for frostbite. In particular at these temperatures, only a few degrees below freezing. And German Shepherds probably have relatively thick fur coat on top of their paws. Socks will mostly be useful to protect against sharp/icy snow over longer periods that could hurt the foot pads. Up here in Northern Sweden German Short haired pointers are used for ski races, where one dog is pulling one human that do crosscountry skiing. GSPs have much thinner fur coat and the strain on their feet while pulling will be much much higher than for a german shepherd that only run slowly on the snow.

[@kristofferhellstrom]

As a person living in the south of Sweden I often wish I live up north where we got real winters! This winter have been OK though :)

[@intheether313]

Glad to see that you made it back in one piece. May God keep you safe always.

[@myaccount2604]

Incredible vlog Eva. You have tremendous tenacity. Vilk's little snow shoes are so cute!

[@robsadventures4653]

Absolutely love watching you Eva! As always fantastic ❤

[@stefanie2090]

Eva get in contact with Jonna Jinton would be awesome to see you guys together, my 2 favourite youtubers ❤

[@_mark1]

Looks like a great sidequest. 1 Swedish 'mil' is 10km, so 20km seems to be as expected. Probably some miscommunication. Good luck on your ultra.

[@bittersweet3-]

It seems like a translation of Swedish 2 km woulda helped.

[@mariojsworld]

Great. Brings back good memories of my trips to Sweden.

[@enexified]

You’re such a storyteller Eva, I love the way you piece your narrative together. And I love how much of a good partner Vilk has been to you - all that training and the tough early days paid off handsomely. Hang in there! We’re rooting for you.

[@Kent.]

You should not ask why the bed was there... You should ask yourself why did you light the fire and not move the bed!!!

[@Jessica-oy8zs]

For the past day or two I would refresh my feed to see if you had posted or not- love watching your videos and learning from your experiences.

[@mackiemadepapercreations]

WOW!!! Your strength is amazing and inspiring!! ❤❤❤

[@suziesparkle2260]

I LOVE these adventures you take us on!

[@EsmaTabak55]

Woman, how could you start the fire in the woodstove and leave the bed just next to it?! 🤔

[@ronaldrodriguez6371]

Truly an amazing adventurer! Your strength and abilities are truly impressive.

[@cindybruin4888]

You are amazing! So enjoying your adventure!

[@TravelerHelena]

Loved this video Eva, you are such an inspiration! Can’t wait to see the following Sweden videos❤

[@LJSpit]

What a magical mystery tour. You are truly a child of the universe. I believe you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

[@monyyyka10]

I love watching your videos !! So inspiring! You are amazing ! Keep travelling ❤

[@johnnovak3560]

I am duly motivated!! Thank you EZ!!

[@graemetowner7257]

loved the super wide drone shots with Vilk and you being a tiny spec within the vast landscape, just beautiful and very humbling ....been following your adventures for a number of years now and this has to be one of my fav eps. Stunning photography, your strength and resllience to tackle the unknown, your wise words and story telling from one of the best in the world. Eva you are a true inspiration to many, thank you for sharing your amazing adventures.

[@josephmayo3253]

Excellent video Eva. You are amazing.

[@76playful]

Behind and catching up when I can on your videos. You’re amazing Eva! It’s not the first time I’ve said it or you’ve heard it! 😊 love the way you’ve captured the beauty of the place ( breathtakingly beautful) the way you’ve communicated your thoughts and the story telling in this experience! Love Vilk- his energy in bounty, his digging and his ambush and above all his love, guarding and company for you! Thankyou for sharing with us!! Best wishes!

[@kristofferhellstrom]

You're a very inspiring person! It's just lovely reading all the comments about how everyone loves your videos.

[@davefabian2942]

You are truly a remarkable person, may your life be filled with great adventures, joy and good health 🐶🥶♥️

[@badinage0]

Hello Eva! I have been watching your travel videos for some time now. I just watched your long walk to a cabin in Northern Sweden. I greatly enjoy your lively badinage as you describe your experiences and how you feel about them and am envious of your adventures! And, of course, it doesn't hurt that you have such a pretty smile 😘

[@meghnalakshminarayanan578]

I am blown away by how we see you taking all this in with Vilk, going through these paths that are just so adventurous and scary for some of us and you record it all with a camera! You are great and I love to hear your voiceover when you talk about perspectives and realisations!!!

[@frankenstein3163]

Crazy. very inspiring. Beautiful.

[@user-nb3bm4qq8t]

Your very brave Eva. Really enjoyed the glimpse into another side of the world.😮

[@Saricelina]

Eva, great video!!! I loved the way you talked... to my soul

[@northsidejeff9551]

Wow! Alot of Walking in the Snow. I just love your Puppy. Such a Good Guy. Stay warm Eva. Jeff ❄️

[@jeffsharpton1421]

What an awesome adventure! I’m so envious and want to plan some similar trips! You inspire me!

[@coryabes9394]

How I wish I did this kind of adventure when I was younger. I just love your channel, Eva! You are AMAZING!

[@gumersindogomez1393]

another adventure another day and its all yours and vilk . never quit and you are getting stronger.