John Denver in Alaska / The American Child [09/03/1978] (Full) Rare!!

John Denver gets even higher on the Rockies in this visit to the 49th state, coping with polar bears, a whale hunt, a raft ride down the Alagnak River rapids and three of his own songs.
'Alaska, the American Child'
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[@devon6482]

What a privilege seeing this land through John's eyes ! Bless you John. ♥

[@gj3044]

Bravo to John for taking the chance on this show. He did it not for profit's sake, but to spread awareness.

[@yungkub119]

He really loved his passion for Music and the Great Outdoors. The Adventure this Man just took us is unimaginable. Fly High John, 🛩 🦅🦅🗻🐳🌅🌄🐻

[@marlenesullivan3113]

L♡VE JOHN'S ADVENTURES IN AUSTRALIA TOO🕺🏻❤

[@leepatchell6670]

just so you all know....I travel the world quite a bit and have heard country roads in many many country's and clubs...including thailand,vietnam, Spain,holland,Germany.. and more and more..some clubs in a remix that always makes people dance and sing.....it made my heart dance when I walked into a club in Magaluf and heard a remix and everyone knows the song(even young people)... John has single handed affected millions of people's lives..whether the people know it or not...p.s.. also many cafes I've seen called.. 'far out....I wish everyone well...

[@cyndyrobinson8781]

Cyndy Robinson I cried, the day he died. I think I was always a little bit in love with John Denver. He stood for animals who have no voice and what a beautiful voice he stood with. The world is shy a true hero! I think if he had lived longer, he might have been able to change the way we see life and the world that we've abused. Maybe even changed us. I will mourn his death till the day I die and hopefully I'll die before I see beautiful things like the Alaskan frontier, destroyed. God Bless you John Denver, there, up on high where the angels sing.

[@pibarrante6901]

Oh, i also was in lovew him! His appearance on the Muppets solidified it!

[@sleepingwithcats5121]

I FEEL the same about Denver..... and the Animals

[@kristingalvin7613]

What a wonderful person. Genuine, thoughtful, exciting, and so caring. So delighted to see this video. Thank you for sharing. and YES, I miss John's presence on planet Earth very much. But he was called home, his work on earth was complete.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼💕💕

[@kristingalvin7613]

@@andrerieumaastricht9811 I can only imagine how much you miss your Dad. I know without a doubt his spirit is with you every minute of every day. He was so excited to bring you home. Thanks for your response above, it was wonderful to see.

[@Dannycovich3401]

Fabulous documentary captivating all in nature and how they loved it. John was such an interesting and amazing storyteller too.

[@catherinenelson8351]

Was it? I think he had more music inside. Every part of his life produced more music.

[@gloriaertel5964]

JOHN DENVER,,,SOOO MISSED EVERY SINGLE DAY 9/20/20 LOVE

[@sallysullivan4463]

AMEN ! Even today on DEC. 6, 2023. 💖My son, Jerry Alan Ralston felt the same way about Alaska. Praise GOD that he was able to live there for many years ! His Daughter and her family are living in Anchorage even now ! I feel like Jerry left his heart in Alaska. His ashes are scattered on a remote Alaskan Lake. I Thank M Masassa for posting this wonderful film ‼

[@RULQQKN1959]

I am sewing face masks for people and medical frontline workers in the midst of the Corona virus pandemic. This was so a joy to watch this again. I was 19 when this show came out. And after all these years the message in still meaningful..... Take care of each other, our wildlife and Mother Earth. Thanks so much for posting this. Peace to you.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼

[@RULQQKN1959]

@@andrerieumaastricht9811 thank you for replying. It has been a joy watching you grow up over the years. My first son was born in 1983. I named him Zachary. You are truly an inspiration to all of us who loved and honored your father. I wish for peace, love and abundant blessings for you and your family. Polly

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

@@RULQQKN1959 so sweet of you, you do WhatsApp or hangout, so we get in touch

[@joh466]

@@RULQQKN1959 I hope you know Jesus Christ as your savior. If that’s true idk how you could learn anything from this film that we didn’t already know. Not to sound rude but not enough Christian’s are saved by faith these days and rely on their own good deeds like that means anything if you arnt saved. It sure is scary times. John Denver not once mention the gospel like most churches these days and that is concerning at the least. I pray for his soul.

[@DavidmByrd]

The thing I always admired about John Denver, He was a real human being in his life.

[@rondarawson6236]

Definitely a realist as well as very educated and wise..😁❤

[@ripme6616]

For anyone out there who's having a bad day or a bad life it's because you care.. For anyone reading this fight for our children

[@dougprentice1363]

I think he was an environmentalist before they all turned left wing political whack jobs.

[@TheDonnellymarie]

I love this mans voice. He was an visionary it is a shame that such an beatitful soul is over looked now days. I wonder what he would have to say about the modern attitude to the environmental issues and the losses of wildlife. God bless John Denver a true Hippy and anthropologist.

[@rondarawson6236]

Absolutely❤

[@cacatr4495]

One shouldn't wonder what John Denver would say about those things; shouldn't we know? Many wouldn't consider Denver to have been a hippy at all; that depends on one's definition.

[@gloriaertel5964]

Precious John Denver.......Miss him more every day.

[@karenwh2]

I first heard a John Denver song when I was 11 years old.. I remember when this was aired. I soaked up every minute and wanted more. This musician, the humanitarian, environmentalist and so much more shaped my young life and the person I would become like no other

[@rondarawson6236]

What a great storyteller....I could listen to him for hours...😁❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kimberlymartin5888]

Thank you John. The beauty in your heart and soul to the beauty of this world God created for us all to see. We got to see this through your eyes as you brought this film back to us. Thank you John for putting the word's to your music and song's that only you could do with such passion in your Heart. You are with God now and seeing more beauty then even you could imagine. Sing your Soul out John with all God's Angel's. Know you are always in our heart's and in our Soul's. Your never ending voice that will always be heard, touching each and every one of us all. You are truly Blessed and Loved.

[@rondarawson6236]

That was well said...😁❤

[@jenjung1090]

Yes you are so missed. We love you John. Thank you.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@melanieolson1319]

That was a beautiful tribute to John. Thank you for posting it. ❤️

[@gloriaertel5964]

Most beautiful song....John Denvers voice.....

[@Marimilitarybrat]

I am convinced that the reason John Denver so comfortably fit in with the native traditions & people is because of his childhood as an Air Force Brat. Every time we traveled to a new station or visited another family my father made certain we were all aware that we were guests in that place. We were to be a friendly and respectful guest so we would be welcome back.

[@rondarawson6236]

Obviously a great trait to aquire... he was so warm and friendly...😁❤

[@cacatr4495]

It seems very few anymore know what it is to be respectful, or friendly. Presumptuous, rude, attitudinal, antagonistic, yes, but respectful and friendly, no.

[@gloriaertel5964]

The wonderful voice of John Denver....Eternal

[@dianeway3955]

Oh !what a wonderful film and John ,one of the best, if not THE best love him 😘

[@billkrause4585]

The chasing John started was hilarious, I must say. John, you had the best voice for singing. .

[@leianathormahlen7165]

Your voice is missed. Thanks for all the songs and the advocacy for wilderness. "no one can fix all the problems of the world, but if we each do one thing we can make the world a better place for all" JD 1993

[@rondarawson6236]

Aaaaaawwwhhh....🤧❤ so true....so true...

[@brynmiller4232]

I used to live in Alaska, an extraordinarily beautiful state;;the people are beautiful as well.. Thank you for posting this special. John you are missed,. I hope heaven for you and I , is very much like Alaska.ie a beautiful state of mind. with few people,lots of animals and God's beautiful vistas.

[@jenjung1090]

Wow, what a beautiful incredible landscape of Alaska . What an incredible trip with the bears, fishing for salmon for their meals.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@gloriaertel5964]

Boy is he awesome..

[@lindashields489]

Love John DENVER GREAT SINGER lovely man 🎸

[@gloriaertel5964]

Amazing human being.......You are soooo misses my friend.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

I don't come online often, you can reach me on email address or add me up Google hangout [e-mail]💌💌💌

[@lorettaschaefer6652]

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful video . Everything going on now this is so refreshing as is every thing about John Denver Please keep sharing Thank You

[@fredoakes7441]

I was in basic training when this aired and my Drill Sgt. knew I was going to Alaska for my first post. He gave me CQ that night and left a note telling me what channel it was on. Thank you Sgt. Punska. You were a great Drill Sgt.

[@Tom-tt1vg]

John Denver, thats all you gotta say, listing to his voice just puts me at eas Boy that man can sing I'll bet nature is singing with him when his songs are on. he is the reason why i became an outdoors person. Thank You John For your music and that great video documentary.

[@janetdavies9612]

Wonderful footage of all that amazing, beautiful area ... !!😃❤️ Thank you for sharing this film & John’s wonderful voice ... 🎶🎤😌😊❤️💞💕

[@jenjung1090]

The white water was exciting. I am glad they made it. Way to go big guys. 🤗

[@catherinemcgrath630]

Why has it taken me so long to see this movie?! Truly amazing. John's thoughts and talent are beyond this world. He can narrate better than David Attenborough too!

[@marlenesullivan3113]

Both are AMAZING

[@lindamccall1560]

I often think about polar bears and their loss of frozen habitat. What a sad day when there are no more polar bears in the wild. Love this journey with John and friends.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼💞💞

[@RJCooper2]

Author, film maker, song writer, singer and performer; and an amazing friend to those who grew up with, or just behind him(like myself)-he cast a vision and stated a mission that many of us can pick-up on and work toward. As he said, "let's keep it, because if leaves it won't be coming back. We know well enough that once things change they are pretty much irreversible.

[@kathleenweidenbacher5533]

I whole heartedly agree!

[@rondarawson6236]

Takes alot of strength to change things back...but I believe we have to fix the damage that's happening today...yes things won't be the same, but we must try....

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@wildmountainthyme4123]

I'm so happy I discovered your wonderful John Denver videos. Thank you so very much for sharing them with all of us who love him always!

[@coltoncurlee5067]

I sure appreciate John's tribute to my home state. He will be missed as times seem to get worse and worse for the environment, especially the north.

[@troyottosen8722]

So Colton,how has the environment got worse in Alaska??? I live here,same great place,only Anchorage has gone to crap!

[@bethrushing5905]

McCarthy is my home and it’s so wonderful to see John running around the old mine (that’s now very unstable) the people are still just as friendly and free 💛

[@melanieohara6941]

So glad I found this-God bless you, Alaska, and John Denver. He is still with us. On my bucket list, for sure-before the snow and ice melt from Global Warming.❇️

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

I don't come online often, you can reach me on email address or add me up Google hangout [e-mail]💌💌💌💌💌

[@jenjung1090]

The filming is good. The underwater scene with the salmon trying to swim up river and the group of bears fishing for their lunch and feeding their young ones is exciting. The gulls are screaming to get their share of the fish. Then it was over.

[@rondarawson6236]

Right, how did they do that???😳

[@haleysharp1247]

What a treat to observe this documentary. It is made like no other.

[@laurenalacroix6143]

John... one of a kind.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@gloriaertel5964]

GREAT VOICE>>> LOVE>>>LOVE>>>LOVE

[@NeonFlare]

Loved it, really wonderful experience

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤

[@carolineullrich7323]

so sad he's gone. Losing all the great people too early. He will be dearly missed.

[@rajandseema123]

Damn right ..Its sad, world needs people like John

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@TheDonnellymarie]

Fascinating. Thank you for posting this documentary.

[@rondarawson6236]

Never saw this before....but he was a natural on film....I like how he says...Roots...are so important....❤

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Gkimbal]

Thank you

[@laurawebber6448]

Very cool!

[@rondarawson6236]

I SO LOVE THE BEARS...THIS FILM WAS AMAZING TO SEE...YES IT REMINDS ME OF THE "NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE"...WHICH I LOVED TO READ ....ALL THROUGH SCHOOL....MY FAVORITE MAGAZINE EVER...WISH THEY WOULD DO A REPRINT OF IT.

[@markzimmerman7279]

So did grizzly man.

[@mybluemars]

This is more real than any National Geographic film I've ever seen!

[@janetdavies9612]

Absolutely wonderful, beautiful film ... 😃😊❤️💕

[@darlasteele7398]

My Favorite song is thank God I'm a country boy You are missed john

[@rondarawson6236]

I LOVE THAT SONG TOO😁❤

[@catherinenelson8351]

So happy to see him happy, like a kid. ❤

[@katherinecollingwood7303]

I have always loved the Autograph album so much and this shows so well what inspired John

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@JS-fg4ns]

Beautiful. The ending brought me to tears. Gosh

[@marlenesullivan3113]

Me Too, It Doesn't Happen Often 8-((

[@user-gy1xc4dx4h]

John Denver is sooo0000 incredible 🎉 in voice and song in all of his music and just captures your soul in all you see and ever to hope to dream of , thank you John Denver 🎉❤😊 for sharing your Historical story of your LIFE AND LEGEND , GONE TOO SOON BUT FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS 💕 💞

[@kristie7146]

Thank you !!!! Love John Denver and Alaska

[@freedomsquareretirement1229]

Kristie Ann

[@freedomsquareretirement1229]

Kristie A

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@dannielson2946]

I didnt know Angel's were allowed too be on earth john denver definitely slipped by . He is a blessing yo

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@LittleBird777]

Beautiful :)

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼💕💕💕💕

[@Doggitobella]

I can’t get over this show . I can’t get over this guy. What a sweetheart!Now I actually think I love bears and mountains. and where I’m from it’s pretty flat and we got lots of squirrels.and wild turkeys. Thank you John!🌹❤️🇺🇸

[@n555jd5]

Farrr- out !

[@gloriaertel5964]

Amazing footage.......WOW!

[@barbaraguilartemarquez1191]

Adoro john Denver, para mi significa pureza, nobleza y espíritu maravilloso de ser humano,!!🌹🥺, recuerdo de mi adolescencia en compañía de mi hermano Isaías, su música llegaba a unirnos en una maravillosa magia de sentimientos fabulosos de hermanos.. Gracias John...🙅🏽‍♀️🙏🏼🕯

[@elisabethquercy3295]

C'est génial d'avoir de tels documents.. c'est comme s'il était toujours parmi nous bravo ! J'adore ce chanteur, je l' écoute en boucle 😍

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@trawlins396]

So they were making a song called "We are the world" but they told JD he couldn't participate because basically he didn't "fit in"?? Wow. The hypocrisy is laughable!

[@shellhammergallery]

Wow, what a raw and isolated life up there in Alaska.

[@rondarawson6236]

But so breathtaking....quiet....nobody around to bug you...or judge you....peace....like John says...its far out😁❤

[@smarmar400]

I spent a summer up there in McCarthy 24 years ago and it was lonely at times. But it was also one of the most memorable times of my life. I'll never forget it--the people, the wilderness, man I miss it.

[@akmtgirl]

Not every place in Alaska is raw and isolated! Some places are actually civilized!

[@cacatr4495]

A lot has changed in the last 30-40 years. One shouldn't consider it to be as it was then.

[@1bol390]

Such a treasure! Thanks for sharing :)

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@BPRoche]

Thank you so much!!!! This helps give a whole lotta meaning to his Autograph LP

[@janellekirkland3023]

What A Great Man💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫😇🌹💫

[@paulinepelletier7697]

Janelle Kirkland pkInryi

[@janellekirkland3023]

Pauline Pelletier yeah we still have the same chair in the living room John sat in . My uncle knew him and used to drink a beer with him every now and then 😇

[@kjmuller6081]

Watching this in the town of McCarthy right now!

[@marlenesullivan3113]

MOST BEAUTIFUL TALENTED SOUL🕺🏻🎸❤THX M masassa

[@leocanhotoedinosantossanto5509]

Quanta falta ;;;Faz um maravilhoso cantor e ator..!

[@stormmary1]

💓💓💓💓💓💓

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼💕

[@katherinecollingwood7303]

absolutely incredible to see☺

[@MacClashy]

That's awesome I've never seen this film before although I've heard of it, thank you for sharing it!

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@jaycie7720]

So deep n so beautiful heartwarming deep his music capture ❤ 💕

[@jaycie7720]

O this is Alaska the bears his experience so much wildlife..n story wow

[@margannaful]

Never saw this before. wow, thank you!

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼

[@sixtoomanycats9769]

John Denver is the most beautiful soul to ever walk this Earth. ❤❤❤ Thank you so much for your channel and for uploading this movie, it makes my heart smile. I've loved John Denver since I was 4, he was my first musical influence, and I always wished he was my Dad.

[@MistyMcNally]

Red Dodge fed 55 of us--Methodist kids and counselors in Alaska for work at the Jesse Lee orphanage--a feast of his just-caught salmon steaks, potato salad, bread, and more in August 1978. He had photos of JD all over their house. I have never forgotten him, his hospitality, and his influence on and friendship with John Denver. Glad to have watched this again after 40 years.

[@dianemoose9982]

He lived such a fulfilling but too short of a life. 😢

[@rondarawson6236]

Wow, the salmon must of tasted AMAZING!!!!! WHAT A FISHERMAN😁

[@rudyandrian1553]

WOW !!! FAR OUT !!! THANK YOU ALSO !!!

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼

[@sebring1960]

Great stuff there! Although John certainty isn't no Rex Allen, but he did a wonderful job! I could listen to johns story telling all day long........Thanks!

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼

[@jimlewis6746]

The Guy Next-door just jumped on a Broomstick with Nails the sound was Oh Ahh

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼

[@carolkline7185]

Chase scene ....so funny! What fun that must have been.

[@morphius6078]

The only version of the song, American Child to exist. It is much better than the studio version.

[@belindaintexas8789]

Love you JD but the ban on whaling should NOT apply to the Eskimos ...

[@jacobishere5189]

Yes, the whaling ban has been partially lifted on the eskimos; they have a limit on how many they can kill, but they can still do whaling.

[@elsalisthrop847]

Thank You!! Beautiful!!

[@Getbackjojo]

Love all these guys!!! Their hearts are beautiful! They have the technology to clean up film like this - how I wish someone would! Is their a JD foundation that might fund a project like that!? I’m sure it would be well received by SO many !

[@KIMYSarang]

TRANSCENDENT !!! Thank You for posting (*~_~*) ~ March 22, 2019

[@hanuladsihwulan9553]

please dont stop sharing video about him :

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@janetdavies9612]

Your Dad was such a wonderful human being ... 😊❤️ Thank you for sharing him, his wonderful music & words with us all .... 🎶🎤😌😊❤️💞💕

[@Janice327]

Fantastic!!! ❤️

[@GrumpyOldMan9]

20:56 Denver is having second thoughts about his trip here

[@summer45able]

Sad bears get killed when a human goes into their territory and gets attacked. It’s their instinct, just like it’s our instinct to protect our families and homes from home invasions.

[@user-gy1xc4dx4h]

John Denver is and Always will be Forever FAR OUT ❤️ ♥️ 🎉🎉😊😊 THANK YOU JD FOR AN AWESOME AWESOME 👌 FAR OUT VIDEO 🎉🎉🎉 😊😊😊❤❤❤ RIP 🙏 SWEETHEART HEAVENLY PEACE THAT IS , YOU ROCK 🪨 🎸 YOU ARE AMAZING 👏

[@laurafratini5349]

❤Bellissimo documento,veramente prezioso!!! John Denver oltre ad essere un grande cantautore è stato una grande,grande persona,il suo amore per le montagne ,per le terre selvagge lo ha sempre manifestato,ha sempre profuso impegno ed energie per la salvaguardia dell'ambiente,quando ancora non veniva percepito come una necessità da mettere in pratica ,grazie veramente a chi ha condiviso questo bellissimo e prezioso documento che ci ricorda il nostro amatissimo John!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@user-gy1xc4dx4h]

My youngest granddaughter was born in Alaska 😊❤🎉 and I would ❤ to see Alaska one day before I become to Ancient 😅

[@ambersalcove]

Wow this must have been filmed right after he did the movie "Oh God!" the year before

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the love and support all these years 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@richkeeshan9757]

30:56 not without a .375 H&H Magnum. Nope, that would be TOO close!!!

[@vintagelife3504]

any one no where there is full vids with better quality

[@laurenalacroix5114]

I am still upset, loss of Mr. Denver

[@andyhiggs6932]

That comedy chase scene was epic!

[@janetholloway4972]

John didn't seem to be scared of anything!!