Foraging In The Wilderness - Ep. 126 RAN Sailing

[@michaelmilligan3417]

I have a short comment......I love you 2. The National Geographic needs to hire you to do documentaries. Sweden should be so proud.....you guys are definitely a national treasure!

[@harryfritter8266]

I saved a bald eagle last summer. It flew out over the lake and dove to grab a fish and hit the water hard and couldn't get airborne again. So I grabbed a piece of driftwood and left my wallet and shoes on the beach and swam out to rescue the eagle. It knew I came to help because when I got to him, he let me help him onto the log and I pushed him back to land on the driftwood. We sat on the beach until he dried and I gave him a fish, then he flew circles over my head and calling out. I guess thanking me.

[@RANSailing]

Well done! Big thumbs up! 👍😀

[@jochenludewig8857]

Without a doubt you guys ARE the no 1 sailing channel.......You two never cease to amaze me (and I guess everyone else that sees your videos) with the spectacular, pristine places you visit! And NO humans in sight to spoil what nature has provided, it must be simply mind numbing to have such places to yourselves. Saturday mornings (here in Australia) is always a BIG coffee and sit back and enjoy RAN Sailing......as usual thank you so much for sharing!

[@rw5092]

I hope the Alaska Board of tourism is sending you a check:) Great videos

[@bja2024]

Malin, the pasta looked great, but the delight on your face was even better. Johann, you lucky guy, nice video as always.

[@stevehofmann9525]

I’ve been watching your videos since you left Sweden over two years ago when you made good interesting episodes. It has been fantastic to see you gradually and relentlessly turn the lowly sailing video into a legitimate art form , Seriously. On this episode I particularly liked the way you fit the music to the image. I also like the sense of calm you both project...It is contagious. See you next week.

[@RANSailing]

Thank you so much for the feedback, it makes us very happy! Thank you for watching and following us along ;)

[@dr.heididouglass9872]

I LOVED the footage of the whales...the close ups....wow....amazing. Thanks for sharing with us.....

[@dougvarvil6435]

As much as I do not like cold weather, your sailing/nature/adventure videos make me want to venture up to Alaska. Well done and keep them coming.

[@RANSailing]

Thank you! :)

[@Centers4health]

Do NOT rely on your fast rowing, or get too close to those Kodiak Bears!!! Enjoy them from a DISTANCE, WITH YOUR ZOOM LENS! THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY VICIOUS!! BEAUTIFUL, BUT VERY TERRITORIAL! WE ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS, AND YOUR KINDNESS TO EACH OTHER IS BEAUTIFUL!

[@Nails9inch]

For future reference...Spaghetti alle Cozze. (cozze = mussels, vongole = clams). Both delicious and yours looked lovely! Oh, and thanks for the great humpback footage!

[@geodesy2009]

This portion of your voyage has been absolutely enthralling. Your slow pace through the stunning coastal mountains, fiord like bays, glaciers and waterfalls is almost hypnotic.The eagles, otters and especially the lovely dance of the feeding whales against the misty backdrop of granite and firs. The quiet of the still waters and deep forests with RAN ghosting along is profoundly relaxing. Your joy in this beauty and very expert video production with a subtle soundtrack of water, wind and quiet voices transports us to this wilderness cathedral of natural wonders. Bravo!

[@michaelsamuel4159]

Isn't Alaska beautiful? When I think of a wild untouched place, Alaska comes to mind!

[@WaterFaucet24]

I remember a comment here a few months ago complaining that RAN shouldn’t go up to the “gray” North, and instead should stay in the tropics. As someone who has lived and worked in Alaska for six years, I knew your videos would prove that statement wrong.

[@catherinehackett7722]

I love all your episodes but these along the Alaskan coast and Inside Passage are particularly moving for me. The scenery, wildlife, music choices, and your obvious enjoyment fill my heart to bursting. Thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jtkilroy]

Imagine, approximately 5000 gallons per whale! That is a 16ft diameter round pool! What a gift to witness such a spectacular piece of nature. The videos just keep getting better. But Alaska makes everyone a great photographer.

[@tonys2957]

Not only is the locale spectacular, so is your story telling. Thanks very much for bringing it to us. I thought last weeks episode was 'magnificent', this one is right up there as well.

[@RANSailing]

Thank you so much :)

[@1kfarrel]

My favorite part was the way you turned off the engine and coasted along with the whales, getting a fantastic show from a distance. Where I live there are too many boats that get too close--whale watching tours are the worst about that, their outfitters put themselves into a position where they must deliver the experience or risk financial ruin. Thanks for sharing this experience and inspiring us to explore nature without disturbing it too much.

[@guyfrawley9662]

What an amazing humbling video, I feel extremely fortunate that I found your YT postings. Well done, an amazing video, from the content to the photography and the location. Congratulations!!

[@RANSailing]

Thank you so much!

[@Lostmissionary]

Johan is just so cool. If he relaxed anymore I'm sure he'd stop breathing. Wonderful style of these two. Would love to see them jointly host Attenborough type television they both ooze charisma.

[@blueskyredkite]

Truly wonderful to see the whales, so many, so close and for so long! I've had dolphins pass me when I've been sailing, but only twice, and I know how wonderful it is to see them. To see whales, in those numbers, must be many, many times better - I am envious!! Thank you for sharing.

[@emilybh6255]

We used to pick mussels at low tide several times every summer when I was a kid. They'd cover the southern RI shoreline in front of our house. We'd go out and pick enough so we each had 3 or 4 dozen. We'd simply dip the bodies in melted butter or garlic butter or white wine or dry vermouth and butter and garlic. Tarragon in melted butter with garlic is also a great dipping sauce. Next time you pick mussels, pick a lot more and eat them the same day and have them prepared like this. There is no need to cover their flavor with strong spices. They have a great flavor of their own just dipped in butter. Thanks for the great footage of the marvelous whales!

[@rerolley]

Lovely video. I will never understand how anyone can click on the thumbs down for one of your videos. I really think you produce the best content on KZbin.

[@briancliffordsteele188]

Great footage of the whales, thank you. Fresh food for free, fantastic.

[@rj7411]

Do they give awards for KZbin channels? Ran has GOT to win something for this!

[@christianestories]

Best whale watching footage I’ve ever seen! How lucky you have been!

[@RANSailing]

It was amazing!

[@betty-loucreamer112]

Thank you so much for the beautiful Humpback Whale footage! It’s like watching a synchronized swimming routine! Amazing 💞💞💞💟🇨🇦

[@deibertmichael]

When we were harvesting clams and Muscles we drilled holes in a bucket and put corn meal in it! Tie a line to the bucket over the side over nite! They loose the sand and little added flavor!

[@erichcollar9810]

Mimi and I are cuddling on the couch and enjoyed this episode so much that we watched it twice. Fabulous scenery with great editing and perfect background music. Fans from Montreal

[@louisakling9616]

Best video ever. I got chills watching the whales bubble feed. That was amazing.

[@pricedives]

Your vlog is getting better each episode, the calm tranquil mood and mix of music is outstanding.

[@bartwesp4303]

Spectacular footage! What a privilege to be able to be so close to those animals. Thank you for sharing. I was previously a Captain on a Whale Watch vessel on Massachusetts Bay, and seeing them never grew old!

[@andypennybrown6848]

These are getting better and better, oh to be with you watching the whales, it puts our world into perspective! Thank you!

[@montymontano8618]

Great job capturing the grace and majesty of the humpbacks.. Moments worth traveling around the world for.

[@nealbirch9462]

Whales feeding vs mussels with noodles... WHALES! Unless you can have both together the same day! awesome!

[@normanboyes4983]

Just wonderful.👍😀👏

[@Jfwr2010]

Wow the footage of the Whales was magnificent! Stunning contrast of light and shadows caught towards the end! Bravo!

[@wcvailster]

14:40 omg or 15:18 that should be the thumbnail. How nice to experience that

[@misterprofessor3511]

What spectacular footage! I gasped around 15:38 when the mouths of several huge whales emerged from the water. You're really making amazing videos on this Alaska trip!

[@crismoore6811]

How fascinating how the whales hunt together. Then surface together. Amazing. Never saw this before. Hm... I am hungry seeing your meal. Thank you for sharing 🍝

[@billb.6109]

Such a beautiful spot, bubble feeding,...........I learn something new with each Ep. You two are the best, thank you.

[@annewinning5151]

Awesome footage &15:40+ of the hump backs - such powerful creatures

[@knobbiesshreaded3137]

Thank you for bringing us along on this beautiful journey. You are so lucky to share it with each other.

[@RANSailing]

Thanks for following us along :)

[@musFuzZ]

You guys inspire me more than i can express. The video quality I went to Nanaimo in canada this summer and helped Finding simon with his wharram catamaran. The north american west coast is insanely beutiful. I am looking for a sailboat right now, while having saved up a bunch of money, and saving more.

[@RANSailing]

Thanks a lot and best of luck with the boat hunting!

[@MrPaulcm1]

Wow, whales are amazing creatures. What a great moment to watch in person.

[@georgegulden5819]

Just when you think they can’t top the previous video. Wow.

[@notwhatiwasraised2b]

I've been watching nature videos for all of my 50+ years (eg. Mutual of Omaha Wild Kingdom) and you guys are in the running for my favorite

[@SailAwayVlog]

Wow. Just beautiful. Your whale footage is fantastic!!

[@grantpritchard7492]

My view of this video is perfectly echoed by Johan @15:43.

[@dianneerickson1262]

Once again, another beautiful video! So enjoyable!

[@HopeOfJoe]

Beautiful vlog guys !!!! The wale part was exceptional. I have seen humpbacks many times in our earlier cruising life, yet never bubble feeding, breaching up with mouths wide open. Just fabulous !!! - We love muscles and pasta and tomato sauce. Have never tried chili and I am intrigued to give it a try. Way to go Malin. 😊❤️️⛵️⚓️✨

[@dand.6065]

Absolutely amazing! Living my dream thru you guys! Thanks for the great footage, over and over!❤️

[@dillonjohnston4012]

Wow! Those whales feeding were amazing! What a great experience that must have been.

[@RANSailing]

It was so incredible!

[@AshleyManning1]

Wow this is incredible to see. Amazing

[@austingode]

Malin if you save the water that comes out of the mussels and then strain it you can put it in the tomato sauce ..... makes a great base ! Beautiful video again

[@michaelch5060]

Just wondering how on earth 5 people gave this video a Thumbs Down, and why?? Another great video, thanks for sharing

[@jimjenkins673]

The most beautiful bay ever. Loved the waterfalls and calm water. Thanks for another fantastic trip you two. You literally lower the blood pressure and warm our hearts with your videos. Soooooo incredible....,,,,,,,,,,,,/),,,,,,,,,,,,fair winds as always. And the whales.......no words.

[@davegood1751]

You are very privileged to see such magnificent sea mammals like those humpbacks. Absolutely fabulous.

[@BastienKoert]

Johan and Malin, you are getting so good at the videos. The footage is amazing, the editing is top notch. Keeps me coming back

[@frankrice5364]

You guys do a great job with the camera thank you for SHARING

[@austingode]

Ooooffff ! When a Swedish person says it's cold .......

[@christinec1928]

The footage of the whales was magnificent. Absolutely amazing.

[@jimmcdonald9244]

You are both very fortunate to see such wonderful sights in that part of the world. Enjoy!

[@suzanneouimet6977]

Best footage of whales we've ever seen!

[@MrJoeMJ]

I still have goosebumps. Wonderful mother nature. Thank you!

[@hartfischer5509]

Incredible whale video.

[@vraymond108]

So glad you stopped in Red Buff. The scenery and serenity is hard to beat. We have have bears come almost right up to the boat in that little cove near where anchored. I should have also mentioned that mountains can sometimes be seen on the rocky cliffs above the anchorage. We have tried following the river up but our small outboard did not make it far. The water gets very fast moving a short ways up and turning around in swift water was an experience. Your whale photography is the best I have seen so difficult to capture the exact moment when they surface but you have done it beautifully. We have been several times to Portage Bay also. One we sought refuge there from a gale just outside. Fortunately as you say the holding is excellent sticky mud and if stick to the east shore the waves are minimal. It is a perfect stop both coming and going to Petersburg. Until next week.....enjoy. BTW we will by back in the Seattle area for Thanksgiving so if you are still around perhaps we can meet again for lunch or dinner. Our treat.

[@MOTORVESSELFREEDOM]

What a show the whales gave you.........Nice job on the pasta and mussels......

[@hb0292]

Great great episode loved the views and whales 👍

[@andycarr4847]

Thank you for taking me along with your journey, that footage is National Geographic worthy. 👍

[@RANSailing]

Thank you so much! :)

[@JCAJCA3]

What a great, wonderful video. I caught myself with a big smile as the whales breached over and over. Also glad at your meet up in Seattle the other day you meet Onboard Lifestyle (Teal and his family). Two of my favorite channels! GOD bless you guys. JC

[@imassakin1607]

Best sailing channel by far.

[@mickmccrohon]

Beautiful... thank you for sharing.

[@amarieshearer7613]

It is beautiful there, loved seeing the Wales again! Thank you for getting so excited, I love it.

[@laurie6853]

Spectacular whale footage, gave me goosebumps watching that 🤗. Thank you for capturing that and sharing it.

[@marcusornroth6388]

It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos! I enjoy them and they give me a smile on my face and positive and good feeling. Thank you so much!

[@thomasjohns8184]

Great video. You can put grated parmesan cheese over those mussels! Yum!

[@marclanglois7546]

WOW, goosebumps watching that vid on a 4k big screen... thank's again both of you!

[@donfranky9494]

Wow what a nice episode. ...Danke schön

[@selsyn73]

Thank you for sharing another beautiful video. I eagerly look forward to your shared adventures. The whales were magnificent indeed. Peace and safe travels.

[@RANSailing]

Thank you!

[@bunkosquad2000]

Ouch, Johan - better learn your lesson...When she asks you what was the high point of your day, THINK! Did she prepare something for you? That’s #1. The whales are #2!

[@christianvonleckstergaard1301]

Pussy, be the man you are, say the things you have on youre mind and live life with youre loved ones

[@Rottingboards]

You are correct...I have been married over 30 years. Always think of your spouse first...and they will always put you first.

[@sandbarbob1]

lol...I’d be willing to bet Christian is very single or in a loveless marriage.

[@Cedandkikisailing]

Rule #1 on a boat: Happy wife - Happy life! 😅

[@Frindleeguy]

@@christianvonleckstergaard1301 your* your*. If you don't understand words, you probably shouldn't be trying to use them ;)

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Spectacular scenery in all directions. Sailing in Alaska incredible beautiful.

[@shirleybaker-jones9191]

Beautiful scenery and so glad that you are going into many coves to see all of Alaska you can see. The whales did put on a show for y'all .

[@donb4386]

Simply magical!

[@arthurkettle3010]

Incredible video....I literally gasped out loud at the whale footage.

[@californiakayaker]

Wow, some of the most breathtaking footage of wales I've ever seen. Especially from sailors ! Bravo !

[@HopeOfJoe]

opening scene gets a thumbs up..... BOM !!

[@RenegadeADV]

I have to laugh because that boat that was behind you is on the dock behind me now! That is sure some beautiful country up there.

[@nessuno1948]

"They are the dogs of the oceans" Always appropriate, Miss Malin..........Spaghetti alle vongole is not what you eat, as vongole are clams, buried under the sand. Spaghetti alle cozze is the appropriate dish you are eating in this episode. (From Italy)

[@kristaready8812]

Another fantastic video! You two really enjoy the nature and it shows! Always so calming and soothing to watch your vids. Top notch!

[@johnmurphy1109]

Absolutely RANtastic!

[@RANSailing]

Haha love that! :)

[@1958pobs]

Like a ballet of whales 🙏 so much for sharing

[@skwyrz1]

Fuel these days won't last,HINT: draining helps but remember to run the fuel out of it too and put a good shot of WD-40 into carb/tank to expel moisture and make easy re-start later,I am a retired small engine mechanic of 45 years trust me.

[@gsp49]

Also, two stroke oil works like stabil, helps keep fuel fresh.

[@jimanderson2518]

Aaahhhhh yes WD40 miracle solution I concurred

[@kennyshepherd8311]

WD-40 is not a petroleum additive, go with Sta-bil or something similar!

[@Frindleeguy]

@@kennyshepherd8311 it is if you add it to patroleum ;)

[@maureenb7399]

Beautiful anchorages and fascinating whale footage!

[@davidgiles5030]

Thank you. Beautifully videoed.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I think I just watched the perfect KZbin video...great job Malin & Johan!

[@pjd2709]

I loved seeing the whales too! Thanks for sharing your sailing travels! Always excellent video's.

[@edrosenberger6947]

It would great if every ocean island had a Red Bluff Bay to hunker into....what a beautiful place! I wish my mind was good enough to learn other languages beside my native English.....I covet other minds that can....you know, minds like yours. This was another neat story, thank you both!!

[@garysouza2277]

I found it amazing that Red Bluff Bay, four miles in, and they still weren't the only boat there! Really surprised me. Still beautiful, but definitely trawler territory.

[@muskymac4063]

Spectacular !!!

[@owlnationlegal4228]

I see the weather is kicking up where you are. Stay inside and sail cautiously. Short hops.

[@mikeelmore4721]

Thank you for sharing this spectacular video. Just beautiful scenery in today’s video.

[@jamesedwards1588]

Excellent