Stranded in the path of a forest fire!! Can we get them out in time??

[@jennyrodriguez3993]

Incredible, amazing, above and beyond!!!!! Couldn't thank you enough for getting us out safely!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CaseyLaDelle]

I'm glad I was able to help out! It definitely turned into slightly more of an adventure than any of us expected, but it all worked out in the end! I also have to give a good bit of credit to the Crescent Ranger District for helping out with finding a route to get to you, even though it wasn't in their district

[@TheWestlandgirl]

So glad for all of you. How scary!

[@RockyMtnGobblers]

So glad you got out safely!

[@patrickeuler]

I know I'm way behind the times with watching this video. But I'm so glad you got Casey to get you out. You may still be sitting there otherwise. He's definitely one in a million when it comes to tow/ recovery guys (I personally know a lot of them). Again... glad you're all safe. Glad Casey was able to get you.

[@duwomaiishgabrielle9498]

I’m amazed at how ILL-prepared people are going out in these conditions! I love how you serve people, never making people feel foolish or stupid! Cool guy, cool profession! So good at it!

[@mountainguyed67]

People came to help me on a steep hill with loose boulders once, the one communicating directly with me was screaming at me and treating me like an idiot the whole time. My truck had a broken axle and couldn’t make the climb like that. I didn’t have a spare axle, but otherwise was well prepared. We were using two winches to pull my heavy truck up the hill, mine and one on a Jeep at the top of the hill. After we got up the hill and were winding my winch in, I told him not to bunch up all the cable in one spot. It was a PTO winch, so I had to stay in the truck to operate it. He said a nasty “Your winch is fine”! It wasn’t fine. He bunched it up in one spot and I couldn’t pull it out by hand, I had to hook it to a tree and back up with the winch free spooling. I saw him a couple years later on a multi 4WD club project, I was jump starting one of their club’s rigs when he walked up. That rig had electrical issues. I was in my same truck, no problems with my truck on that trip. I told him I came away from the previous encounter thinking his club were a bunch of jerks, he acted shocked at that. Then he started explaining that people try that hill that shouldn’t even be there. I said I’m usually the helper, not the helpee, but was pretty broke that time. Again he acted shocked, that I usually am the helper. I told him that weekend is why I joined the club, he said the name of the club I was with on that trip in a tone that questioned why that club and not his. I said yes, that club. Then he hung his head. Fast forward a few years and I hear he got voted out of his club for the way he treated people they encountered on the trail, of course I already knew what they were talking about. I told the member of his former club that told me about voting him out about my first encounter with him, he didn’t know about it. Said he was sorry that happened to me, and apologized. He said their club decided someone like that couldn’t be representing their club the way he acted. I’ve been helping people on and off the 4WD trail my whole life, and never felt the need to belittle them, be rude, etc. I have tried to educate them on whatever their shortcomings were. I never forgot the problems I had back in the eighties when I first started 4 wheeling, it’s just part of the process for many. I haven’t helped anywhere near as many people as Casey, it’s not my job like it is with Casey. Still, I’ve been involved in a good number of recoveries and repairs. Some in the snow, some not. I hauled dirt bikes off a 4WD trail twice, once in the snow. We had a surprise snowstorm when we were camped 11 miles from pavement, on a Most Difficult rated 4WD trail. It’s usually 4-6 hours to drive out of there, in the snow it took us 16 hours. We had to camp on the way out, it was 9° the last morning. The 3 dirt bike guys we were helping get out were all reported overdue. The Sheriff Search & Rescue Jeep Unit at that time was commanded by a fellow club member, the Sheriff told him not to go in after us because they didn’t want anyone else stuck in there. We had cell service at our last camp, because we were on top of the same ridge that had a cell tower. The overdue guys had already called their wives, who had already reported them overdue. It was when the Sheriff found out who they were with (Our club was well known) that he said not for anyone to go in after them. We were on a trail that was usually slow crawling, to not break anything. We had to bonsai run small uphills, and winch all the way up the big hills. No traction on that snow, that’s what took us so long to get out of there. The leader of the stuck guys paid for our lunch once we got out. I think all this is why I really like Casey, I can relate.

[@ellasmommy9278]

Casey, I am so glad I discovered your channel. You give me faith in the human race by your kindness

[@autiemuse]

You are so patient and kind, Casey. I'm thinking Mr. MDX doesn't really know proper boundaries, capabilities and logistics.

[@utubestalker.dotcom]

He was probably testing out the VTM-4 AWD system

[@CommieHunter7]

Those MDXs are quite capable. Doing this in HT tires was probably his biggest mistake. Maybe a more experienced driver could have done a touch better in the exact same vehicle.

[@roastingpeanuts]

​@Adam Bower he had Falken wild peaks on.. they are specific for mud and snow........

[@jimbo3643]

You are one of the nicest people I have ever watched.I really hope an prey you’re U Tube Chanel takes off an you make a million dollars because you deserve it. Thanks friend..

[@kaitube77]

Great job! I think it’s worth noting that in the morning the snow is firm and easy to stay on top of. Once it warms up it turns into slush which is the worst snow to drive in. Thanks for the vid!

[@dennisjohnson8932]

It’s amazing to see these people driving cars,ill prepared in areas they should not be in. I spent50 years in Oregon as a salesman driving in every condition imaginable and pulled hundreds of “knuckleheads” out of trouble. DJ

[@RichBriere]

What I had to say has been said several times already. Your Kindness and Caring for others is truly a Gift. 🙏

[@cecilmckeithan5088]

I know it sure put y’all in a bad way with that fire but be blessed that you have good forestry in your area. Those burn offs really can save lives in the end.

[@Mosern1977]

That's some real dedication right there. Impressive stuff.

[@judithfairchild8620]

Wow! That was a wild ride snow and fire. Glad you got them and yourself out safely. The Forest Service deserves a huge thank you too.

[@CommieHunter7]

I do appreciate you mentioning the slack, not because I'd call you out for it, but because I'm trying to learn, and match behaviors I see in rescue videos, with best practices described in instructional videos.

[@chrisnelson3691]

I grew up off roading, both truck and atv, it's amazing the situations we would get ourselves in, in some occasions we thought we would never get the truck out, literally taking several hours to even days to get it out, we were not fortunate enough to have a guy who had specialized equipment for the job but part of the fun was getting stuck, I bet you enjoy your work Casey, you get to do some really amazing work and potentially save people's lives along with it, I would thoroughly enjoy that job, it's great to see you always keeping your cool.

[@geepeerces]

I never had a 4x4 when I was younger, and I used to get my cars (vw's mostly, both a bunch of old bugs/squarebacks/buses, then a 84 rabbit convertible and a 89 jetta gli) pretty deep on dirt roads where most folks would think 4x4 only. My 1992 Volvo 740 Turbo wagon was pretty darn good on a graded fire road, too, but it had grand touring tires. now that I'm old and retired, I'm on my 2nd 4x4 truck, but the current one is a F250 7.3 diesel longbed, thats waaaayyyy too heavy and big to do anything too tricky or adventurous in the dirt. I put A/T tires on my trucks, even tho I rarely can go off road. Love Oregon and the whole Pacific North Wet.

[@marxxs7626]

I love Matt's ORR but the fact that your vernacular in on point with mine in some spots is refreshing oddly enough

[@billreal76]

I thought you would NEVER find them! Glad you have a good relationship with the Forest Service.

[@3vil8unny]

so impresive how you do these videos by yourself and still such good content.

[@gayle4804]

What an awesome recovery and to get you out too but you get to go home and that's the important part

[@rackman5111]

It'd funny how they don't post signs in advance on the road with a date to tell people that they will be burning and the road will be closed. I know here that's how they do it. Well happy to see everyone came out good job to Casey finding his way through the donky trail👍

[@arthurpage3175]

New viewer. Thank you for you above and beyond efforts.

[@brendaallen1060]

I enjoy watching your videos ( no matter how long ago they r.) I have lived in Pa. All my life surrounded by mountains & seasonal weather... What you do is simply Awesome- not alot of guys would go above & beyond to Help people like you do! Good Karma shall come your way Sir & Thank u for All you do

[@easygoer1234]

Another amazing video from an amazing person always there to help others.

[@barneygirl9643]

Incredible and amazing the amount of effort you put forth to help others out of what could have been a very dangerous situation!❤️🙏

[@BillSprague]

Well that was tedious and exciting at the same time. Thanks Casey! Boy tires sure do make a huge difference.

[@nunya8866]

You always get the job done.. Good man Casey!!

[@MrHappyZorro]

Stellar navigation and planning skills!

[@easygoer1234]

Another amazing video from an amazing person. Who always has a smile. You ROCK Casey.

[@tedfisk1211]

Trying to catch up on your videos, this was quite the operation and Casey, you dedicated yourself to helping that customer. Really good job and stick-to-it-tiveness.

[@Vile-Flesh]

This is one of the first, might be the very first, videos I saw of you. It was nice to rewatch it and I enjoy seeing how you go about things.

[@jmt8706official]

"When in doubt, Jeep it out!". Love the channel and content. 👍

[@cassiebell1483]

Right around the 4:15 mark there's a look on your face (while talking about the recovery) that yes clearly a "shit, what am I getting myself into 👀" You rock dude.

[@Krawlergarage]

Wow! Ice n flames . Glad you got them out.

[@lonhoschar1943]

Good job Casey!! Yup, the tow truck might have been a bit of an overkill but you handled things very well... as usual!! 🙂

[@billyjlk]

Damn, one hell of a trip for you to get out to them! Keeps life interesting though I suppose! Awesome video as usual Casey

[@anthonylee2099]

That was a bit of a scary rescue because of the fire. Glad you got them and yourself out🤙😎

[@WW-rm3cn]

That Ford is so beautiful.

[@donlowe7093]

I enjoy your site as I am retired and spent 39 years making straight lines or trails through all the western provinces for seismograph for a major Oil company. Hunters and poorly equipped tourisrs getting lost or stuck on our lines were a problem. We had to mark intersections of lines with flouresent flagging,as its dark most of the time.

[@toddjensen692]

Got to admit that I enjoy how humble you are. You don't belittle others. Therefore you shouldn't be yourself. That be said- could others have tips or tricks that might help you?

[@makapa2u]

While out checking out Crater Lake with my wife and parents was cruising the forest roads and ended up in a closed area just over the ridge was a control burn - but we where in my wife’s Ford Explore with Bridgestone ATs so no problem going off road and through snow ❄️ Forest ranger also came up and guided us out

[@cynturner906]

Great video. Thanks

[@dexydexa]

That's a journey and a half! Wow!

[@bobwoods5017]

We can relate, the Dixie fire burned every thing around our town and we were evacuated for 3 weeks! Like your videos!

[@garycasper2929]

Where does everyone go for three weeks.? Does FEMA put people up somewhere.?

[@ntme6506]

Great video Casey. You need to to a fleet review for us with pros and cons on each rig you have.

[@shawnmoore7841]

This guy has nerves of steel! Damn do u ever say no? Honestly

[@AR-ed3xw]

Other than the whole thing that went pretty good. Story of my Life!

[@leegoldeneagle9003]

Very good job you get a big 👍

[@johnsmart3587]

Very interesting, thanks for video.

[@maudwelford1843]

It amazes me how people go these journeys in areas that are soooooooooo intractable 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🙏🙏🙏🇬🇧

[@billdreher6613]

I love the truck. Best Diesel engine ever built.

[@BuggysTowJam]

What a mess to go through. And they were so close to pavement, that would've really irked me seeing it right there in front of me and unable to do squat but make a call and wait. The jeep would've been cool seeing it going through the forest roads and that snow. But the 4x4 wrecker did well too. It's really good looking truck! Take care stay safe! Liked

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Yeah they were 15' from pavement after going through all that dirt road. But the reality is that getting onto that pavement wouldn't have done them any good because one direction dead ends deeper in the woods, and the other direction is closed for the winter due to very deep snow, that even if we would have been able to get through, would have just led us back into the fire anyways. But yes, that simple little winch out turned into quite the adventure

[@BuggysTowJam]

@@CaseyLaDelle what is the purpose of doing those controlled burns? I live on the east coast so I don't get to see those type of events. It must be a regular for you in your area with all the different fire road trails. Pretty neat to see. On a call like that one where you had to hook on to him several times and being an hour and a half away from your home. How do you charge on a job like that? Is it a set fee, or just charge for the initial pull out and a fee to drive to them. Just curious how everybody does? We are starting a company hopefully just a few months a way. But trying to get add much knowledge and advice from operators and owners as possible.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

@@BuggysTowJam the controlled burns are done in the spring time when everything is still wet and green so that the fire burns in a slow and controlled manner. It only burns the dead fuels and brush on the ground and does not burn up into the healthy trees and canopies. What's left behind is a clean and health forest that doesn't have an abundance of dry fuels when fire season comes. So if a wildfire does come through, when it hits the areas that were already burned it either stops on its own, or slows down dramatically so that fire crews can get control of it

[@CaseyLaDelle]

@@BuggysTowJam and we far as price goes, it's based off of port to port hourly rate, which varies depending on how bad the terrain is and what vehicle (s) is required to get them out.

[@BuggysTowJam]

@@CaseyLaDelle cool thanks for the learning lesson!

[@JimsEquipmentShed]

It’s funny, I’ve been in that same position, zipped right in, the temperature rose a couple of degrees, the snow got soft, and I had to fight tooth and nail to get back out.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Not a good feeling!

[@bwright3943]

Your a good person!

[@mrtp1758]

u got the patience of Job.

[@fastjoe1560]

Lol Oregon is lucky to have a crazy person with skills

[@lockedin60]

I always question driving on these types of roads without a 4-wheel drive and a winch. But most people do not realize the perils of these types of roads. I did not realize the dangers they pose until watching you and Matt and Fab Rats(Paul) and the other Casey-Casey's Off-Road. He is another Hurricane Off-Road Recovery Operation.

[@seanconlin8712]

Don't forget the other issue here is they went out alone never go out wheeling alone cause if you have an issue someone is there to help you or if you break something take you to get parts and bring you back so you can fix it. Never go wheeling alone you are asking for trouble.

[@lockedin60]

@@seanconlin8712 True. I have seen enough of the Four Off-Road Recovery Channels to know that is a bad move. I always thought Wheeling was a group sport anyway. Were is the fun factor just doing it alone?

[@garycasper2929]

@@seanconlin8712 I seriously don’t think these folks went out “wheeling “ in a new Acura. These are “soft” trails. I think they where looking for a weekend getaway. I would like to know what the turn around time is between when the forestry service closes a section down & when they light it up..?

[@Louisiananews]

@@garycasper2929 1 week

[@bluegrallis]

@@Louisiananews Well, if they close an area down a week before a burn, they didn't close it ALL down, if these people drove in early the morning of the fire.

[@MF-rw3rb]

The forest service also started a forest fire here in KY. It was a controlled burn that got out of hand, resulted in a brush fire a couple of miles outside of the controlled burn area. Didn't make the news, I wonder why...

[@loggergal]

Pretty common with forest service "controlled" burns. They get away from them quite often.

[@danrussell3439]

Excellent video

[@edwardhughes3240]

Commendable job!

[@whollymary7406]

Slacked on the winch cable before you stepped over it, okay then good job I was worried

[@thunderrode1744]

Wow that's some sketchy stuff and they shouldn't be doing off roading with street tires they need good set of all terrain tires if they gonna do much more off roading that's so cool u went far and beyond the call many blessings keep walking tall and bless great healthy peaceful safe journeys travels and happy towing thankful yall made it out safely keep walking tall 🚌⛺🌅🌌🌄🏞🏖 👍👍💪🙂👍👍

[@MikeMartin-fj6vs]

Great job

[@lonpearson2134]

Good job

[@greyjay9202]

Who goes adventuring on snow-covered National Forest dirt roads, in a low slung front wheel drive mini van? There is a judgment problem here. Even your rugged, 4WD truck had a few problems, and its built for that terrain. About small to medium downed or standing trees: Katana, a Japanese saw company, makes a line of long-bladed, coarse-toothed folding saws that cut on the pull stroke. Very sharp, very fast cuts. High quality steel. I've cut through 10" thick downed trees with mine, but they make an even bigger model which will cut through very large trees. Cheaper than a chain saw, lighter by far, and no fuel or 2 cycle oil needed. Safer to use, too.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Most of these people are not prepared for the conditions they end up on because they never had any intentions of driving through those conditions. These people took what they thought was going to be a 30 minute drive to the lake, but due to a road closure google maps sent them on forest service roads that were still covered in snow

[@genegoodman5233]

And I’m at home. Good night

[@OWK000]

So glad that turned out to be a MDX and not an NSX

[@sharonbull4483]

Sometimes you must think to yourself. What were they think’N

[@elizabethliska5377]

Looks like the fire roads we have in south eastern Manitoba Canada were I used to drive my atv's on. Crazy adventures.

[@tomstradinger5958]

You need patience galore good luck.

[@sostrucking]

I think if the guy had a shovel he'd have gotten out. I've used a shovel when getting my semi stuck and got going. A lil planning can be a big help.

[@Alan-bn6ii]

you should get a cb with sideband not a am only or as well a baofeng vr5 handheld it will cover what you need if urgent help is wanted oh handhelds are only around $30

[@PerfDayToday]

Where do you buy those? Outdoor stores? Sounds like a good idea!

[@FILIPFROMSALMO]

nice work

[@FaradayBananacage]

Don't worry about an MDX. It's like a Subaru but it costs twice as much.

[@ButterSpider3]

Wow! What a disaster he got into!! That was a very involved rescue you accomplished. Well done! Why would anyone drive their family car into an environment like that?!?!?

[@davidwoermansr]

You'd be surprised I've seen less capable vehicles in worse predicaments

[@Rat-Builder]

@@davidwoermansr LOL I have had way worse vehicles, in much worse places. I was younger then. I was always bullet proof when I was younger. Not so much any more, but I still get out there with my quad, dirt bike, and off road T bucket. I DO get all little more selective now days though. (It takes longer to heal up.)

[@davidwoermansr]

@@Rat-Builder I hear ya I don't heal fast anymore at all but I had a bunch of metal put in my spine to get me out of a wheelchair after a dirt track accident and getting banged up around the farm puts me down for days sometimes so I have to be extra careful in days leading up to wheeling events and make sure at least make sure 1 of my kids can go with me unless I take the RV as my tow pig then I can camp a few extra days and recover before the drive home but we usually plan events together as my kids are all into mechanics and fabrication and have all built really solid toys and since we have a salvage yard as a side job we've got plenty of parts and other than my RV we usually roll in our convoy of square body Chevys I've got a 76 dually converted to 4x4 with a 6.0 and the granny 4 speed came out and a 6 speed went in and being a bicentennial truck I had to go stars and stripes for paint the 4 speed went in the wood truck that totes the skidsteer to the treelines and we just top the trees load them in logs to cut up and split behind the barn

[@Rat-Builder]

@@davidwoermansr It is good that you can do that with your kids. Mine are scattered all over the west. At least we are still on the top side of the daisies. I am really enjoying my new little TW200, and I am impatiently waiting for warmer weather.

[@davidwoermansr]

@@Rat-Builder I love playing in the snow and all but my arthritis limits my winter activities so on good days I'll fire the old wood hauler up and go out in the pasture and have some fun or take it to town for my monthly supply run she's a beat up 83 Dodge 3/4 ton 4x4 with a 318 out of my oldest daughters derby parts pile so as long as the greasy side stays down I can't hurt her but most my winter is spent in my rocker by my wood stove

[@charlesahon]

That was quite the recovery.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Definitely more than I bargained for!

[@eddiecabrera1408]

Lesson #4 take a chainsaw with you when going into the woods or forest. Good job on the recovery Casey. Keep recording, so I can keep watching. Thanks for taking me along...

[@coopercovelo]

I think this was lessoned learned #2 (or was it #1) to take the jeep, which if I recall, has a chainsaw on it.

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

@@coopercovelo Does he also bring a small pack of bug-out gear for worst-case scenarios? Sorry, only found this channel recently.

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

11:45 I imagine the one riding passenger saying 'lmao full-send it' to the one driving. Followed by chaotic hollering as an itty bitty street car takes the bank like a first-time drinker taking a shot of straight vodka. This right here is the meme-y energy I live for.

[@Berry_N]

Winter, where we get a reprieve from the fires for a bit. Off to watch the video, being cornered by these fires would be a nightmare.

[@tomgosy]

It's crazy to think that there's snow piles feet high and wildfires in the same area

[@CaseyLaDelle]

Welcome to Oregon lol

[@falcon3268]

Hey @Casey LaDelle, do you mainly work around Oregon or other states? The reason why I ask is did you have any tows during the Gorge Fire? I live in Oregon myself and I remember how smokey it was even where I live from that fire.

[@jackrabbit442]

10" 18V Cordless Chainsaw by ryobi could help you a lot it’s helped me get others and my self and it’s safe to have in the truck not gas

[@Nik-gh6gz]

Maybe its just me, but it seems like the forest service should close the area and put up some notice about the controlled burn and make sure there is no one in the area before they light it on fire haha.

[@nodttiurp]

Thank you for you very prompt replies. For those of us unfamiliar with the term, what is accomplished in a "controlled burn"?

[@brutonbill]

Removal of fuel through the use of controlled burning in place

[@texasslingleadsomtingwong8751]

Is it a car or an suv , well it's definitely not a full frame suv , it's a little turtle that should have been in town buying groceries like it was built for.

[@Solocat1]

Amazing what type of vehicles people take on logging roads

[@jasonharrison25]

When you asked, how can a car go so well one way through the snow and so bad the other way, I immediately thought, directional tires. haha 😆

[@livewithnick]

Apparently a lot of city folks think getting an AWD crossover SUV means they’re ready for off-roading lol. They’ll learn like everybody else though.

[@RockyMtnGobblers]

These people could have been in Dire Straits with that fire coming. I always keep an air compressor, battery jumper shoveling first aid in my vehicle. I'm sure if these people had a Jack, if they had a shovel they could have gotten themselves out.

[@darrylphipps2221]

Good job on the Recovery 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Diggit7979]

Chainsaw always 100% of the time. I learned the hard way.

[@dougwhite6767]

I’ve noticed you debating about a vehicle being a car or a SUV , they are now classed as crossover’s

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

26:55 Friendly reminder that smoke isn't just bad for people- it's also bad for cars. Oxygen is a crucial part of almost any fire, and that includes the internal combustion engine in a car. Without enough oxygen, your car's engine *will* stall, much like a turbine jet engine at too high an altitude for its rating. It does take a significant amount of smoke to choke out an ICE (more than in this clip, certainly), but it's still a very real thing. Avoid driving through forest fires if you can, and keep your wits about you if you can't.

[@michelleodwyer2271]

That tree has been down awhile. There where dozens of tyre tracks around it.

[@BenBosker-o8p]

Casey, what bumper where you running on this truck? I have the same body style, and really like the look!

[@JCKDTV]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 keep doing what you do brother. Where’s your little helper?

[@CaseyLaDelle]

She was at preschool on this day. I'm glad I didn't take her on this one though, I wouldn't have wanted to be in the burn zone with her in case something would have gone wrong

[@Gnarnia.]

Thought the customer was Abner off 60 days in for a sec 🤣🤣

[@lindaromar2824]

I think the forest service messed up by not giving more notice or checking to be sure no one was in the area. Not your fault but someone could have been been killed.

[@NameNaameNameeNaamee]

25:40 Isn't there legislation that demands forest services to close down the roads a reasonable amount of time prior to the burn? Like at least 24 hours? And put up warning signs before that? If they hadn't even closed the roads early in the morning, it's a wonder no one else got hurt... Anyways, great video! Quite a nail biter :D Subscribed!

[@mahbriggs]

Don't know the circumstances, but a wind change can catch anyone by surprise.

[@kennethcoburn7327]

Hey Casey only if you want to nice videos love to see the area again let me know

[@nospam626]

The lesson for the rest of us to learn is that an Acura MDX is not suitable for off-pavement travel with adverse road conditions.

[@rickinoakville1549]

LOL, is that a Canadian reference I heard "Safety Mounties"?

[@richardreid6377]

He went up early morning when the snow was still frozen. By the time you were coming out it had warmed up leaving slush and a lot slicker surface.