Searching for Wildlife & Exploring Alaska

We head out for a summer adventure in the side by side, looking for black bears and caribou. Instead of filling our tags we fill our buckets with sun ripened wild blueberries high up in Alaska's scenic mountains. After three days of exploring we leave with knowledge of new terrain and eagerness to return for a future hunt.
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- Eric & Arielle
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[@sherryrorabaugh3359]

The blueberries made me think of Bo. His love for them was amazing.

[@marylouise890]

Yes. But everything makes me think of Sweet Bo….

[@beeamerica5024]

@@sherryrorabaugh3359 well if you girls miss bo think of how poor bandit feels he needs a new friend 👍💥

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Yes he was missed this trip

[@dan2545]

Why do you say the lettuce is gone south, it looks awesome

[@lisascott4314]

❤the worst deaths I've ever faced have been my fur babies my 2 doggys that's left will kill my heart I don't know how I will cope

[@heatherwanderer777]

I really enjoy when you show the flowers and then put their names on the screen ❤

[@ROCKPILEOffgridHomestead]

Same!!! 😊

[@journeywithnichole]

Agreed, I love that new feature of the channel!

[@braedentreon2838]

Y'all have singlehandedly built the one of the most interesting, informative, and adventuous channels on this platform. The poduction quality is unmatched. Thanks for showing us your way of life, from Florida.

[@icybar]

I absolutely agree. Thanks from me too, from the Cotswolds, UK

[@patriciacunningham5472]

I have to earn my right to watch your videos. When I see you have posted a new one , I straighten up an area, do my dinner dishes etc, before I allow myself to watch! You two are always working so much! It makes me want to do better.

[@ROCKPILEOffgridHomestead]

It’s literally what hubby and I are doing for our Friday night ❤ date night in Alaska from Australia 😂😂

[@flowersflowers473]

me too!😄

[@bsalii]

This is so great!!!

[@callumortiz6723]

Don’t ever question the life you have chosen even if or when it gets rough. You are what Americans started as and will hopefully always remain as. Thank you from all of us.

[@DoubleD19788]

I've commented a few times like this. As someone who's 45+ with chronic issues with my L4/L5 vertebrae, this life these 2 live is just a dream to others.

[@mllee2008]

Amen to that! ♥️🙏🏼🇺🇲

[@mitchellholroyd2837]

True 👍

[@amyhendricks3627]

​@@DoubleD19788all the best to you 🙏🏻 I've got severe spinal canal narrowing in the same area. It scares the hell out of me on those days I can walk properly. Watching these two allows me to accompany them on their amazing adventures!

[@JennyHogan-q1v]

Well said!

[@ModelJulieMadsen-k7e]

WOW!!! I knew Alaska was beautiful, but the mountain ranges is absolutely gorgeous!!! Love your channel. Never know the adventure ya'll are going take us on. Thanks for taking us along & keep on keeping on!!! Waiting for next adventure.

[@nancyfaircloth3224]

I love that you're one channel that hasn't changed. Love watching .

[@user-rx9gz8eh9k]

Ariel- your videos and photos are amazing. I was born here, still here. Thank you for showing the world what a beautiful state I live in and have called home my entire life!!

[@judycross8037]

Thank you both for taking us along. The scenery is spectacular in Alaska via your channel . We get to hunt, fish, forge, and ride the roads with you. I loved seeing Bandit in the water, because he loves it so. ❤

[@Cleo-h3x]

Hey guys! Your friendly Polaris mechanic from Minnesota here! That old Ranger has served you well! Awesome workhorse! Had one identical to it for several years. They do run HOT with engine under the seat but that’s a bonus in winter! Not so much in summer. Hope this finds you both doing well and getting prepared for winter! Looking forward to winter shop project videos! Take care!.

[@AuntieTrichome]

Little tip from someone from Brussels (and sprout to be). For the best taste Brussels sprouts should seen some frost (some, no minus 40). If no frost is in the near future, put them in a freezer for a couple of hours. You’re welcome. 😊

[@UpandSprout]

I’m taking notes!

[@BonniesPlace]

Thank you for always including the names of the different flowers! So lovely to know exactly what you are showing us. Alaska really is a beautiful state!

[@pjurban3078]

I have not been in Alaska in over 40 years. Watching your videos reminds me of how nice it is up there. Thank you for the videos.

[@suzannesnow7485]

15:41 your “sea of mountains” at sunset is spectacular!

[@amyhendricks3627]

Breathtaking vistas!! Trying to discern between sunrise and sunset...while I am aware of all you do for self preservation and safety, it must be so overwhelming to be faced with the surprise of the secrets that nature holds! Oooph your trips are so hard for me to contain!!

[@reality_is_the_key]

I agree. What a beautiful view.

[@Judy-fi7ce]

The bears have a feast with all those blueberries and fish. Seems odd that it's so hot in Alaska, but then it's warmer everywhere these days. You guys can make some blueberry jam and pies now. When I was a child, my brother, sister and I would go blackberry picking in the woods about 5 miles from our house. We'd get up at dawn and walk the 5 miles and pick until our buckets were full. My mother would make blackberry pies and we kids would eat the berries with milk and sugar. Fond childhood memories.

[@judybonner8682]

This video is beautiful. I loved watching Bandit and seeing all the different kinds of wildlife. Y’all are truly blessed to live in God’s country. 💕💕💕

[@SagebrushRambles]

Wouldn't the whole planet be "god's country?"

[@katman1957]

A good quote I often use when looking out over Alaska's seemingly endless wilderness is "miles and miles of nothing but miles and miles".

[@skiplazauski1497]

I worked on a blueberry farm in the last 60's. We used a berry scoop and it made gathering the berries a lot easier. We always wore a pair of gloves because there were a lot of thorny vines with the berry plants.

[@deeplyyoung]

It's 0450 AM here and I can't stopped myself from watching you guys... Love from India 🇮🇳

[@tezcatlipocagrande2231]

The beaver slapping at the other one killed me. Lol

[@HistoryPanoptic]

Beautiful life for a beautiful family! I have been here since Oregon and I feel like part of the journey! RIP BoBerry we miss you!

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Yea! Everything is beautiful! Thank you for taking us along! Love your channel!

[@pisom4314]

with all the berries at their peak, it give the critters plenty of places to feast at!! at least you got some berries for yourselves!! the sunsets were beautiful.. thanks for sharing & be safe out there!!!

[@puirYorick]

Ole Bandit is On The Road Again. I think Willie Nelson is Bandit's spirit celebrity.🤩

[@puirYorick]

All those hares were fortunate it wasn't wabbit season! Thanks for sharing this surprise short episode with us.👍🏼

[@fringedwellermccatintyre730]

A schmorgasboard for birds of prey.

[@jamesgaul3544]

It was really cool seeing all those hares.

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Eric & Arielle! Love all the scenery that you guys get to enjoy so often. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@katiebowen2194]

I’ve said it before and i’ll say it again, I’m so jealous nothing better than a day just exploring and seeing beauty

[@rodneybaker5083]

Because of you I started my own homestead. Thank you so much

[@connielikens3415]

Tell us more!

[@Truestory6118]

It’s amazing how much the landscape has changed from winter to summer!

[@coventrywildeheart7108]

My excitement at seeing a new vid is equally countered at the end with the thought, "sigh, now I have to wait another six days ..." as I enjoy them so much. About growing potatoes in raised beds - maybe next season only HALF FILL the beds at planting time so you can keep mounding up within the bed as they grow. Thanks for another glimpse into your lives.

[@WesLovelace]

Simply some great examples of the local Flora and Fauna as you're hopping down the Bunny Trail!!😎🐰🐾🐻🐾🪶

[@KellyOrionLuke]

I look forward to your videos. No matter what you’re doing I find it extremely calming❤

[@MattAK]

regarding the skeeters, I used a rubber seal from TruXedo to close the majority of the gaps on my Tundra's tailgate. It's not perfect but I don't really get bugs or much dust in the back now.

[@sreid9740]

Any trip through magnificent scenery like that is a success - thank you so much for bringing us along; enjoy your blueberries! Stay safe, be happy!❤

[@stevenwarner7348]

OUT AND ABOUT ~ As they say. ~Truly setting the standard. ~ And Of course ~ Eric on the frying pan there at the end. So cool. Thank you so much for sharing all of this. Wow.

[@sgrvtl7183]

Wonderful exporing! I am a wildflower gal and love that you have named some wildflowers you sited. Beautiful Blueberries! Thank You, I had a great time!!🥰😂🥰‼

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Arielle & Eric, YOU GUYS ROCK!❤❤

[@ablerae6588]

We had to trap beaver several yrs ago and the trapper said they were really good to eat. Said his wife was skeptical but is now a convert. Loved when Arielle asked "What was your favorite thing?" A question you've asked before. It's a def 'tell' about your personality. Once again, loved spending time watching y'all.

[@user-tb5lw9fb7k]

Just came in from taking a walk with my cat in the woods behind my house, and here you are. My 2 favorite people in Alaska. :)

[@sohailakhtar5474]

Greetings from Islamabad Pakistan.Good to see you guys are going on hunting trip and viewers will definitely enjoying filming outside homestead after long time. Thanks for taking us along with delicious food and amazing recipes as usual.Alaska is so beautiful having amazing scenery,stunning landscapes with different wildlife’s and birds. Keep working, traveling,hunting, fishing, camping,cooking, eating, gardening, canning and smiling.

[@kirstenrogers91]

I love your construction and garden videos, but then I love to see you two enjoying Alaska and each other. Great video 👍

[@JimmyHarmes]

I noticed that big rock on that pretty ladys hand and the genuine care & love you show to each other and your well behaved dog.Just beautiful.Peace from Miss Bree 54 in fairbanks dear couple.

[@johnensminger7675]

As always...one of my favorite Alaskan teams! God's amazing creative hand out there! Thanks for sharing and taking us along!😊

[@ferenchorvath8297]

I enjoy seeing Alaska through your eyes. Most of us will never get to see the places you venture to go. Eric is lucky to have Arielle, who enjoys the outdoors as much as he does. I wish my wife was into it... This has been one of my favorite channels for years.

[@cazee100]

Bandit in the blanket behind Eric is lovely bless his little heart. Glad you had him in the car with you, he must miss Beau. Nice trip out. Stay safe xx

[@tjs114]

The bugs that were everywhere look a lot like Ants (Alates) on breeding flights. Annually, ant hives will produce massive numbers of drones and queens which will depart the hive in a flying swarm. They'll mate and the drone will die; then the queen will find someplace to create a new hive and bite off her wings.July and August are often when the swarms occur.

[@thomascyrenne]

32 yr old electrician living in MTL, Canada here. cant stress how good your channel is. thank you so much for all this insane content!

[@lytieuanh1993]

Hi, the blue berries made me think of bo. His love for them was amazing 😮

[@KathyPetersonRealtor]

Throughly enjoy this channel. If I’m not careful, I’ll spend the entire day binge watching your channel, DIY Alaskan Lifestyle, and North to Alaska. All these channels are so intriguing.

[@br6021]

You don’t even need a fishing pole when you’re out scouting, just always keep a soda can, weights, fishing wire, and lures on board and you can fish.

[@BradnBunji]

I have been watching your channel for years now. Seen every high and low. The highlight of my day is where you post a video. It makes a world of difference to this retired Veteran. You are living the life that I dream about. I wish you both happiness and strength for the future. I am in Australia, Adelaide. My life is full of learning how to deal with the world when I want to be seeing the rolling hills, sleeping roughly, and being role models to the rest of the world. Hugs to you both and wishing you the best of the fall season ahead. Brad

[@kylecorrow702]

As soon as i see a video from you guys i drop everything im doing and watching it. Been watching you guys since the beginning. Keep up the amazing work guys! We miss you bo! 🐕 🐾 🫐 🫐

[@user-hp2il6su8r]

Bo was such a a good blueberry picker! We loved that. Beautiful trip

[@whaeaphyllismarie8636]

You’re my action movie tonight. Your you tubes help me to unwind. Thank you guys and miss old fella still 😢 but he’s still with ya. X

[@melodychrist8078]

Okay, the fact that the two of you get along so amazingly well is really nice to see! 😊 It's so cool that you have a wonderful relationship AND live the way you do.❤ The husband says "And we love the videos." ❤

[@HistoryPanoptic]

The bugs looked like termites?? eeek Bunny Apocalypse..omg I jumped out of my skin when the beaver slapped the water! WOW what a beautiful trip!

[@dmj660]

It looked like swarming termites 😮

[@d2w173]

That's exactly what I thought too. Ours swarm in May and that's is what it looked like to me.

[@emilyneal7888]

It’s beautiful on camera and cameras never do it justice.

[@BradTatro-z8g]

Thanks Again For The Ride...Luvs To All 😘😘😘...The Vermonter 🍁

[@nomorehate9176]

"OMG, Eric, it's like a bunny farm!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@heathersullivan8494]

I absolutely love s that you gave us the name for all the flowers. I love wild flowers. I love to press them as well. Still a great trip even if you didn’t bring a caribou back. Lovely scenery too. 😊

[@CC-Rider4564]

ONE OF MY VERY FAVORITE ALASKAN OFF GRID KZbin COUPLES ! 😁👍🏼

[@ginaturek8268]

Haven't posted in awhile and Thanks for all the enjoyment and recipes. Our Juno is around the age of Bandit. After reading and talking with vet older dogs appetites can increase. When your dinner was ready and Bandit was watching you we had a good laugh because that's our Juno.

[@david-dy4ie]

It was fun watching this trip. The crystal clear water with the fish swimming was cool and the stills of the flowers with text for information was nice...

[@HurricaneHeather]

Ariel, just noticed your new, beautiful smile! Thank you both for another full screen worthy video.

[@amyhendricks3627]

Wait! Her smile is new? Looks like the same blessed smile we've all seen forever! Smiles n hugs always!!

[@oshelld]

I also noticed it right away

[@wandagordon6453]

Love your trips! Always love seeing God’s amazing creation! Take care & God bless y’all! 😀❤️🙏🏻

[@koololdster]

Love the ‘ocean‘ of mountains. The wilderness and the expanse of it seems so amazing! Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@billhatcher2984]

You should check on a Thermacell it repels biting bugs and it's odorless it runs on butane and lasts a long time I love the one I have and I've had it for 6 or 7 years

[@donjohnsonlivesgood]

COME ON ERIC - no pole? Not even a little mini or a survival line with hook ... that fish kept swimming back and forth laughing at you - taunting you - sticking it's tongue out at you ... teach him better Arielle .... heheehe always a pleasure watching you two - the most epic scene for me was when the both of you were on the hill as the dusk was upon you and you both had your glasses scanning ... and then Arielle says something - what a doll!

[@bruceg5729]

I love how you practice tennis before you go to sleep😂

[@karencatalano4349]

😅😅

[@theresamriley956]

Another amazing video guys ❤ Thank you for always including the wildflowers and berries! I always include you in my prayers for safe travels 😊

[@glorialange6446]

Thanks for sharing this!! Reminds me of our family going on road trips" just to see" we almost always had an agenda but in the main it was the trip that counted most.

[@gusviera3905]

That was a great trip! Scouting and berry harvesting done! And a granddaddy grayling waiting for your next trip! Thanks for sharing your beautiful summer, guys. Cheers.

[@robcappa]

PBJ 🙌😻. We always look forward to new videos. Thank you for sharing your lives with us and taking us on the journey with you.

[@cjames282]

You found Fiver and the gang!!! LOL. Amazing scenery and my mouth was watering for those blueberries. Thanks for taking us along.

[@bruceadams9542]

Great Production. 👍👍👍👍👍You guys make the wonderful food look so easy to make out there. I love it plus every time you guys cook I have to go eat.👍👍👍👍👍

[@larrylamb5462]

Folk tale in NC; the Indians didn't get the Lost Colony, the mosquitos did. Constant on shore of about 20 mph on the outer banks, wind blows them in to the glass of your window, they grab hold and walk up the glass until they find an opening.

[@donaldfitzgerald8950]

Pickled baby brussel sprouts are amazing, we called em pickled frog balls!🙃 Lol! Great adventure, thanks for taking us along, the wild flowers are beautiful...👍🤠

[@driverguy7]

Those jackrabbits reminded me of the book " Watership Down", its about conscious rabbits, I remember one named " Fiver", who had a harar of 5. Have a good week.....

[@steveknittel6660]

Thanks for showing the names of the flowers.

[@goingagainstthegrain]

Thanks for taking us along! Between the wildlife and the mountain range. Wow! Alaska never disappoints. We're assuming those were hares, right? Well, rabbits or hares, they stole the spotlight! ❤

[@sherisherman1502]

Thank you for taking us along on this adventure. 😊

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

Funny, watching you swatting the state birds in your camper before bedtime!

[@lindahill9215]

Look forward to your video every week. Can't get outdoors like I use too. Love you enjoy life and are each others best friend. Thank you😊

[@lindag4484]

Thanks for another interesting adventure! Wild, low-bush blueberries! Worth the picking and I love them! 👍

[@douggarland4138]

Love all your videos I grew up around sawmills all my life and we cut slab wood in a x design slab holder that makes it much easier for you to cut the slab wood use a ratchet straps to hold the wood in secure

[@dnmpatriot]

Alaska is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing your adventures and thanks for giving us the names of the flowers. You will get a bear or caribou on the next trip.

[@suzannesnow7485]

Thank goodness you are on… 💞

[@veramcglaughn5663]

I love your videos and can't tell you how much I look forward to each one every week!

[@leobaltz2057]

Better luck next time. Sometimes they just aren’t out. Love the early morning light shots. So beautiful!! Please safe out there. Til next time! Much love!!!

[@kgt5442]

I have a suggestion for the next home project. Remove that big wood burning stove and replace it with a rocket mass heater or better yet a masonry heater. With the masonry heater you can add a cook top and an oven. Both options would be more efficient, burning less wood and heating the cabin better than the stove you have now. Just a thought because I would love to watch you do it.

[@joannewolfe5688]

Exceptionally beautiful footage, as always. Love the wildflowers. And those berries look delicious.

[@mrdean7206]

Beautiful garden!!! If you let the b sprouts go you can wait to harvest until after frost and be amazed at how good they will taste, nor to mention that it's exciting to harvest when there's snow on the ground. Give it a try!

[@kellyrosenthal2821]

Those same looking flying ant things are also hatching here in Michigan. The barn swallows are so cool to watch them eat the bugs.😊❤

[@Carol-sr8my]

its a pleasure to hear the description of the land

[@patriciafuchs5970]

You always share knowledge, adventures and beauty

[@rachelfrees1268]

Everything you two do is just so fine. Your wild blueberries are premium. Great video. I’ve learned whose tracks belong to what animal by watching you two. Blessings.❤

[@bernadettesingh6148]

It’s great to get outdoors even if you didn’t harvest a moose or bear. Was so envious of those blueberries. Here is Sydney, Australia they’re $6 a 300grm punnet. 🙌🇦🇺 fan.

[@karen6778]

I was just thinking they would get rich selling those here. 😂

[@christinefox9075]

That Dwarf Fireweed was beautiful! Amazing and beautiful country! I love Alaska! Thanks again for taking us along! ❤

[@honeybadgers1996]

I used to camp at the back of my Tundra with my two Jack Russells and a bear-sized dog many times. That was fun. Seeing Super-Bendit wearing his blanket on his back was too cute. Seems like he really enjoys the camping💕 Beautiful scenery, guys. Thanks for sharing this awesome video👍