Svalbard Winter Struggles | Caught in a whiteout| Off-grid cabin trip Part 1

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Welcome back to a new video! This weekend we headed out to a remote cabin, but nothing went to plan... I hope you enjoy this part 1 from this cabin weekend, part 2 will be up later this week! :)
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[@CandycaneBeyond]

I think it's cute that you live in the middle of nowhere and feel the need to go further into the middle of nowhere to get away.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Haha! A nice off-grid weekend in our already remote life 🤩

[@TheKlh54]

I was thinking the same thing! I live in a big city and going to a remote camping area is always a treat. But then think about this...many vacations I’ve spent going to even bigger cities...so maybe Cecilia and Chris aren’t so nuts, eh?!😄

[@CallieMasters5000]

In reverse, I wonder if they went to somewhere crazy busy like New York City or India if their heads would explode from all the noise & people.

[@donnagehringer2949]

@@CallieMasters5000 I can’t imagine. I live in Kentucky and have no desire to visit a big city. I prefer the 20 minute drive to the nearest gas station. Who knows? Maybe they’d love it. I doubt it though. They live in paradise

[@masterofpuppets5072]

Wish I could do that

[@MarkGalbraithVideos]

Now that Grim has his own snowmobile carriage he will definitely be expecting his own games room and dressing room in the new cabin.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🤣🤣

[@marjswan7615]

Can you do an interview with Christopher!? We'd love to hear his story.

[@melissarobinson9618]

I know how stressful it is to drive on a road in a whiteout so I can only imagine how careful you have to be off-road. It's nice that you both are logical about turning around and staying safe. 👍 (And the construction looks like it's going well! Can't wait to see it finished! )

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Yeah it really is crazy weather!! Not something to take too lightly so I'm happy we turned around! I'm posting a cabin update soon! 🤩

[@blackcatsarecute3928]

Yay cabin update soon

[@donnagehringer2949]

I live in Kentucky. We have 4 seasons. Summer gets over 100 and winter can get -5 or so. Normal winter day is 20-30. Pretty basic stuff. I am absolutely fascinated with your home. The long , dark winters and the way you live. It’s like another world to me. It’s my dream to one day have the privilege of seeing the aurora borealis. ( I’m sure that’s misspelled, the one time I wanted spellcheck to jump in, lol). It’s like a magical fairy tale. I cannot get enough of seeing the day to day life and how everyone lives. The school fascinated me as well as the mall and all the people there. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world. The way you show us your home is very special and never dull. Recently we had an ice storm and I live far out a holler . Our area was so unprepared and I was out of power for 17 days!!! Literally the day after power was restored, it warmed up to the 40’s began to rain. As if now, I’m staying with my sister because we are flooded out. Idk why I felt compelled to tell you of this, I guess I wanted to share how wild our weathers been as well. Once again thank you for you fabulous content!!!🥶❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❄️🌨💧🌧☃️🌊⛈⛄️❄️❄️❤️❤️🎁

[@safe-keeper1042]

What a luxurious dog compartment you've got for Grim! What a lucky doggie, riding in style!

[@JaimieJo]

I got into a white out on the snowmobile once at night. Luckily we were with a big group. We found the snow groomer way off track. He was very lost! So we all made it back over the mountain. It's very scary stuff! I'm glad you waited! Can't wait for part 2! Thank you!

[@smurph4959]

Wow that was so white! Christopher seems like the most chilled person ever.

[@bemusedindian8571]

We need more of Christopher :)

[@ac9901]

Feels like he doesn't need more of us 😂

[@gavinreid7442]

I live in Canada and it’s cold all over the country in winter, but i can’t even imagine living in Svalbard in winter.

[@technoshaman001]

there is actually a part of Canada called the "Banana Belt" which is Salt Spring Island on the Pacific Northwest Coast. Rarely if ever snows there. check out Banana Joe on KZbin and youll see his videos on the palm tree's he grows in Canada year round!

[@melissarobinson9618]

🇨🇦❤ BC waves hello 👋 Svalbard makes us seem like the tropics, but I still love winter!

[@lindatait5326]

Awwww Grim looks so cute sitting in his Royal carriage 😂 I’m glad you decided to turn back, it was even making me stressed with that awful visibility. Does Christoffer ever get stressed? He seemed so calm even in the midst of a whiteout! I’m looking forward to the next episode. Take care xx

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Yeah the weather was not ideal!! Christoffer never gets stressed which is SO nice, but he respects the weather a lot and knows when not to push it. Which is also very good, because he is the one driving first! Thank you for watching 💙

[@lunaportia989]

I am glad that you came back home, and are safe. I once had to drive in a thick fog for 45 minutes to get to school, and had a headache due to constantly looking around and worrying about getting hit, especially between the fields. It was my very 1st experience with such thick fog and really cold weather. I love how quiet and peaceful it is where you live. Stay safe and warm. Grim just melts my heart.

[@debiseltmann7341]

I just can't get over how your cabin extension is coming along! 👏💙

[@sharonfoster943]

Was thinking the same thing, debi!

[@Wanderlust.428]

We need more Christopher!!😄 He seems so chill and relaxed. He doesn't seem to be bothered by anything. Cheers from Boston!

[@emmakeegs6766]

omg props to you for handling that whiteout 😮 it makes me claustrophobic looking at it 😆

[@saoirseryan2546]

Celcilia sees a town of 2000 and says 🥴 "too busy! gotta get out into the wilderness!!". But seriously, the more I learn about Norwegians and their culture, the more I understand the hyttur idea ❤️

[@RomanNavi]

Isn't she Swedish

[@Lovesongs-Deathdance]

@@RomanNavi Yep, you are right, she's Swedish 👍🇸🇪! (But Svalbard is "belonging" to Norway, maybe that's what the previous commenter meant, idk? 🤔)

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

Well Grim is enjoying himself! Nice little travel trailer for Grim, reminds me of a gondola ha ha. Your building project looks good so far. Driving in a white out just makes me nervous. I would freak over a sudden, unforeseen drop. Have a good time, be safe

[@lizleapin1835]

Yes, that dog was soooo excited to be going somewhere with Mom and Dad!

[@PhilBentley]

We watch these every day - the kids love it! Quite different from life in southern Sweden.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

I'm so glad you enjoy them!! 😍

[@chronicfish]

When -2 degrees is warm..

[@haleighnewth6293]

I think people in general can learn so much from these videos about having a more chilled out/ less hectic lifestyle

[@shawni321]

Good choice. Turning back and trying later. Live to vlog another day

[@Fitzy222]

Awwwww, Cecilia buys a sled chariot for Grimmmmm! ❤ Cecilia's Chris is a sweetie! Such a nice life. Thank you for sharing.

[@wendyb2304]

Love your channel! I’m very jealous of your lifestyle ❤️

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you for watching! 🤩🙏

[@julieobrien4056]

The mom in me was really glad you guys turned around. 👍🏻 My question is, do you ever let Grimm run alongside for exercise when you go on snowmobile trips? As a northern breed, does he need or love to do a lot of running like huskies or malamutes, or are lapphunds not like that? Or do you not dare to let him run alongside because of the fear of wildlife encounters? I remember you saying he loves to chase reindeer. Please thank Christopher for his appearance in your video. It was wonderful getting his input! Can’t wait for part two, as well as the cabin update!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

We do! :) Grim gets to hop out of the sluffe and run for a bit (as long as the weather is good so we can see him). His breed actually doesnt require as much excercise as e.g a husky, but he loves running and gets out a lot of energy that way 😊 I'm so glad you enjoyed this video! 🤩🙏

[@melaniem1338]

Please don’t stop posting as I love watching your life and adventures. Looking forward to the next. Mx

[@pamcomer5728]

Nice to see Chris looking much more relaxed on camera, Grim so cute in his special carriage!🌺 the work on the cabin is really coming on a treat, and @Cecilia riding like a queen,love these glimpses into your life xx💖

[@marsienewbold8349]

Oh, Cecilia...you and your bark! Grimm packed his "bark", too! xoxo

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Hahah! 🤣🤩

[@erxe2937]

This place is so beautiful! I’m always so excited when you post 🤩 Crazy how it snows so much there! I’ve never seen snow.

[@bianca.x0]

Glad you guys aren’t taking dangerous risks 😘 Grim looks so cute in his little trailer ☺️ and I love the intro logo 🌝

[@moonstoneway2694]

Good call to turn back because of the whiteout. I was getting nervous that you’d push on. Have to find Part 2 of this to see your continued adventure the next day.

[@davidbagley1783]

I'm a builder.. love the add on you guys are doing..

[@EmmaLennon8]

So early! These are truly my favorite videos and makes me so inspired to get out and see more of the world, me and my dad watch together!

[@harmonee2007]

Good Morning Cecilia, Christoffer and Grimm :) Always love to see the various places you go, the scenery is always so beautiful.

[@glennk.7348]

Those coats are awesome! They’re like a moving tent! 😄

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

hahaha

[@mrwse]

Love the fjällräven coat

[@daki222000]

me too

[@JohnAnderson-km1fb]

Watching Grim puts a smile on my face. What a joy to watch!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

😍🤩

[@Mizzy3030]

I'm so impressed by how fearless you are. I'm nervous just thinking about all the things that could go wrong for you while watching from the comfort of my (very safe) couch.

[@CallieMasters5000]

Eventually they'll all have to go to the moon to get away from the remote mining town that is away from the remote cabin that is away from the small village on Svalbard, and Grim will be there in his little space capsule riding in style. 😁

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Hahaha! 😍😍

[@safe-keeper1042]

I picture it easily. Cecilia riding her rocket sled on the way to the Moon, with Grim looking out of his space capsule in tow :) .

[@roysimpson9711]

It's great to hear you say its warm If you were here they would say it's far to cold to venture out And I love that Grimm is catered for everywhere

[@sallysampson628]

Wise decision! That looked really scary!! Hope the weather is better tomorrow so you can try again!! Xx

[@kristenleblond5047]

We always put a survival kit on our sleds. Bark, it's nature's paper....My husband has been an outdoorsman his whole life. If I had one thing to bring with me on an adventure? It would be my husband. Hands down!!!!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

We have that as well! A full on kit if something would happen, very important! 🤩

[@Americanmapping44]

I think you guys made the right choice, that was so scary to imagine you driving straight and then suddenly a drop off hill. I'd freak out so bad.

[@kathrynelkin1519]

Yea for Grim’s new seat😊

[@denisescull4227]

It's very interesting to see what you have to do to travel in such cold and snowy weather. Thank you for taking us with you!

[@annglaister]

Okay so I’m in the UK we have a few flakes of snow and the whole transport system comes to a close as do all schoools etc !! 😱😱

[@kellyk3933]

Glad you decided to play it safe, but looking forward to Part 2. I noticed the walls were up on the cabin addition, which I know makes you guys happy. And I don't think I've ever heard Christopher talk so much!

[@hugosstudiosdenver]

Navigating in the snow is surreal Wow ! Safe travels ! Thanks for sharing !

[@greekchickie]

Oh my gosh, how stressful it must've been for you both to drive in that! I was anxious watching it, but so glad you decided to wait a day! Safety first! :)

[@sallyhostetter2820]

Great video. Yes, looked like crazy weather. Certainly you both are very experienced snow mobile drivers.

[@caerlaveroc109]

Looking forward to part 2 - the map was magic Thank you! Keep safe and thanks for showing other parts of the island as well as your home ( and not forgetting Grim !).

[@mariacarrasco6394]

Hello from Spain!! Thanks Cecilia for your interesting posts!! I can't wait for them!!🤭😊 I LOVE your incredible Life on such amazing place so different from mine!! And....Your cute dog ....I LOVE !!!

[@rene3339]

Discovering Svalbard through your videos is awesome. Keep doing the good work.

[@adriennelee26]

It must be so easy to get lost and disoriented in white out conditions like that, so turning around was definitely the right move. But of course you guys know that. At least Grim still had a little luxury carriage ride! I look forward to part 2!

[@feabicyoplung]

“Noisy boys”! 😊

[@lizleapin1835]

You're a brave girl, Cecelia. Either that or nuts! Seriously, though, glad you guys didn't try to make it all the way in that.

[@thedemongodvlogs7671]

While i was up in svalbard i was only in longyearbyen, but since then i really wana go to svea and nualasund just didn'tknow how. Can you make a video about the big 4 settlements?

[@lynneanthony168]

I'm so relieved that you turned back!! Waiting for part 2.....

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Part 2 is posted 😍💙

[@ChubbyGranny]

please always stay safe! i'm glad you turned around due to the white out. and like always .. love the video!

[@kristenleblond5047]

OMG....You bought a Caboose for the sled. When my sister and I were like 6 and 7, my parents bought a caboose, it was attached to my dad's 2 up Scorpion? I think it was a ski-doo? which is what we call it here in the US. I mean that was a long time ago. I am 54 years old now and my sister is 55. Such fond memories. My husband and I were sledding up in Northern ME, US the past 5 days. We got home yesterday. We had such an incredible time. More memories to put in our bank of memories together as a married couple. We were less than 25 miles from the Canadian Border.

[@tracisnow5357]

Can’t wait to see another cabin update!!!

[@prieten49]

I think dogs like the wind in their face when they ride in vehicles. Your addition already looks like an addition!

[@lxiaspb]

Dear Cecilia! I am a senior scientist from the Music University of Graz in Austria. As soon as the situation with Covid will be normalized, I would like to give an Erasmus-lecture at the University there in Svalbard on Music and aurora boralis (made for non-musicicans). Your very nice videos are for me a beautiful introduction to this marvellous place. I appreciate your work very much, and I am a subscriber of your channel. All the best and stay healthy. Charis

[@DawnieRotten]

LOL.....Grim was SO happy that you were riding in HIS sled with him.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🤣🤣😍😍

[@beejensen]

Man that backpack looks great with all of those pockets.

[@antonioflati639]

Looking forward to seeing the rest of the adventure...

[@joycejames8461]

I think that you made the right decision to turn back and I hope that Part 2 is more successful. It did mean though that we saw inside Grim's chariot and at 10.45 it really looks like he's driving you back home!

[@ingenuity168]

Scary terrain! All white.

[@amirboroujani9099]

I had a huge relief when I saw you back to safety

[@ddlarue]

Glad to see more of Christopher on the videos.

[@charlenechua6073]

Love your caption

[@yamin_mv7949]

Cant wait to see the part you guys actually do the trip

[@RDPproject]

Ive watched so many of your blizzard videos...and everytime I see the snow storms it feeds my want to come for a visit. Norway and iceland are also on my list as im so desperate to see the northern lights. Rob.

[@shabacocina1046]

Hello Cesi: very beautiful place!! 🤩🤩🌼🌼

[@ersin0han570]

U have very nice energy, confident, know what u want

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

I appreciate that! :)

[@nilofarbawa2377]

Love Grim! Love your channel. Be safe!

[@valerieducauze2706]

Still enjoying yours videos 💙💙

[@michelelynn6914]

Wow I hate driving on a road in a whiteout and can't imagine the trip your taking. You two are very brave.

[@dirceuluizmanfroramos9988]

Crazy and happy people!

[@GR-ol1vp]

I've had a dream last night, in which I visited Longyearbyen and thought to write to you to meet up for a coffee 😊

[@Alex-jl6xl]

I love your videos, they always make me smile 😊

[@technoshaman001]

awesome, can't wait to see part 2!

[@pierretafany9122]

Good decision to come back home. What a weather! ;-)

[@johncooper3392]

this channel is addictive London

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🤩🤩🙏🙏

[@Liezjeuh]

Holy cow, that looked very scary. Good call to go back home.

[@lindseyadams1718]

Hello from Baton Rouge, Louisiana USA. Love your channel.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

I'm so glad you enjoy it! 🤩🤩

[@Julian_Kurt]

I have a Tipp for you. There are battery banks that can act like handwarmers . For you battery pouch it would be perfect so keep the charge in the batteries

[@CLOUDTHOUGHT]

It really was a chariot for Grim! ❤

[@vdiitd]

This is the first time I have seen a whiteout and it looked horrifying. Can imagine, it would be so easy to get stressed and disoriented when there are no distinguishable land features. I mean, I got stressed by just looking at it on my screen, lol 😅

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Haha yeah you can't even tell what is up or down! 🙈

[@elisa7881]

OMG! I was worried!

[@stellita884]

Where we are going, we don’t need roads. True words!

[@carmensantana1374]

Good morning 🌄. warm winds and safe travels from Florida 😎. Namaste enjoy peaceful day. 🌞

[@janadawn68]

I’m glad you’re getting christofer talking more 😉...he’s quite funny...and just like a man only packing underwear and a toothbrush 😄😄. Great trip, y’all have so much fun😎. Your house edition has walls!!! Hooray!!! Have a wonderful week, Cecilia, and thanks for sharing your days with us!!🧡🧡

[@tomgorney8868]

Still better than driving down the Dan Ryan in Chicago. LOL

[@bernardclarke1199]

Love your videos From North Carolina

[@aliciazagelbaum8347]

So scary driving in a whiteout! Be safe

[@lizsharpe1031]

Love it...thanks Cecelia

[@alansmith2197]

Grim makes it sound like you're riding a steam train! 😂😂😂🇬🇧

[@neeko4676]

Yay, new video!!!

[@gaill7908]

Glad you turned around because that just seemed too dangerous!!

[@bwillan]

Are snowshoes or back country skis a common item to use for winter in Svalbard? In the winters of Canada, those are necessary for travelling around in the snow.