The Border Dispute Revealed | Abandoned Stone Houses in Alaska | Destination Adventure

This story has been in the back of my mind for a year now, and I am so excited to share it with you all. Last year I explored a location that was supposed to contain remains from when Russia occupied Alaska. The location was fantastic, and the audience was amazed, but one viewer was not convinced. I received an email stating that the location could have been from the Canada Alaska border dispute, from the late 1800's. This was the first I had ever hear of this story, and after doing some deep digging, I believed the gentleman may be correct. This is a part of history between Canada and USA that is not taught, and rarely even discussed, so proving which story was correct would be a challenge.
The ruins I had filmed were from one of four apparent storehouses built in the 1890's by the army corp of engineers, so I thought a comparison to another of the structures would prove which story is correct. Finding this structure was a bit more challenging than the previous, but upon arrival it was obvious that the other gentleman was correct. The two structures are incredibly similar, with only one exception, the stone gable. I also stopped and filmed the one in Hyder Alaska, which is the only of the four that has been restored. At this point, I have been able to film storehouse 1, 3 and 4, so I think a visit to storehouse 2 will be necessary in the near future.
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[@thedrainjunkie5654]

I can't imagine all the prep, stopping, going, etc that it takes to get all these different shots.

[@gorillagoldhunters]

Absolutely incredible what he does!!!:)

[@d_rock_t]

I get tired just from thinking about the effort, let alone actually doing it.

[@lkg91011]

​@@d_rock_t Same here and just dreaming and living vicariously through him in every way!

[@milesandhikes]

it's a TON of work!

[@HeartbreakerRelics]

Congratulations on your success Dustin. This has been my favorite channel for a while and I've been pulling for you. Take care.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@PissBoys]

Sitting down with a hot cup of coffee and watching a new episode of Destination Adventure on my TV is the best part of my weekends.

[@jaydub1380]

That is literally how I start my Saturdays too LOL

[@eggberta]

Likewise! Sipping on a hot cup of joe as we speak! :)

[@calikdecalik]

Same here! 😁

[@MrCarltonv]

I'd like to hear more about your username.

[@landocafe]

Doin exactly the same here in North Vancouver.

[@Beeford101]

Thousands of years old ice cube in an ice cold drink!! Love it!! Thanks for everything you do!! Awesome stuff!!

[@FLMegan]

Been here a long time and staying around for the long haul. Just the best adventures and human doing it. Appreciate every ounce of hard work. It's soul filling and peace giving! ❤

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you so much. I’m honoured to have you along :)

[@silvionsaturday5754]

As someone who lived in Nass Camp, now in ontario, thank you for bringing me home. And my hunny is laughing at me because I actually teared up seeing the lava beds.

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

That's nothing to be ashamed of.

[@robertrichard2739]

been watching your material since its infancy, have to say the quality and your skills in videography have improved so much . Thank you for your record of our amazing Province. It is always a thrill seeing a different perspective on places I love to explore and others I have not yet. Keep it real and do not go the route of so many KZbin channels that resort to gimmicks and click bait.

[@lavondacarter7228]

AGREE,,,,,,,,,, he needs to stay the same !

[@lhollybow]

Gin and Tonic on ancient Rocks , so apropos. And the weather , just adds to the ambiance - living the good Life. Nass Valley - worth googling everybody. Another amazing video Dustin. Glad I got to experience this area in my lifetime too - definitely calls one back.

[@johnmuhic7360]

The only thing missing, was a slice of lime... Super-cool vid. Nice job trekking down that store-house. When you get to Rupert, go to Gary's Lock Shop at 617 2nd ave w. Get yourself some proper spare keys cut. Bring your camera. His store is like a museum. Then see if you can get out to Oona river on Porcher Island. That's an adventure. Nice job. Glad you got to eat. Safe travels... Cheers

[@geoffthiessen646]

Again excellent video buddy! What a great experience watching - I can imagine actually being there

[@dennymeyer7410]

That may be the coolest opening for an opening video I’ve ever seen taking ice from what appears to be a glacier with some Tangueray and tonic and just sitting there having a drink way cool this is what I love about the Canadians. Well done northern brother.

[@joshdressler136]

Man you have one of my favourite channels on KZbin, I live not far from you probably 6 hours away in Alberta. I would love to see the places you go, what an incredible life. Anyways I've always wanted to tell you about the missed opportunity not calling your channel Dustination Adventure hah. Look forward to your Saturday adventure videos all week brother 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@lorip2109]

I find all of Destination Adventure episodes powerful. I feel a weightlessness sometimes to the breathtaking beauty you capture. I also laugh my keister off when I least expect it. Oh and the soundtracks are always perfect! Dustin your work is appreciated beyond measure. Thank you.

[@tobypg5542]

My wife for 51 years just pasted away this video lifted my spirits thanks for your wonderful videos.

[@braedonschweigert]

Amazing adventure thanks for bringing us along again will try not to scare the bears next time lol safe travels buddy

[@hughwolfe1176]

I’m wondering if someone absconded with that block of stone bearing the words “US PROPERTY DO NOT ENTER”… “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints”… Another enjoyable video as always, thank you for sharing.

[@Lazycat7854]

Wow those glaciers are beautiful it’s to hot here in Australia for glaciers

[@johnmclaren7059]

This was a epic adventure !Enjoying my coffee like other followers of your channel and can’t wait till next Saturday for yet another video! Safe travels 👍🇨🇦

[@Awsom47Merc]

* "Glacier Ice Gin+Tonic !!! And Drone Flying Over The Glacier Footage ! Coolest Intro In A While ! I watch your vids on my 75" 4k and it's amazing ! Sometimes your long shots bring tears to my eyes. Dustin You ARE Living The Dream ! 👊😎👍

[@wadelintick9538]

When i worked at Tenijon mine up the hill one of the glacier lakes broke and there was ice all the way down to Hyder and we would pick a chunk to keep our beer cold for after work, would last for days it was so dense.

[@billreinhardt3684]

WOW a drink made with glacier ice🍸Now that's AWESOMENESS!!!!

[@YamahaYz250]

Awesome video 📹 👏 Thanks for sharing 👍 with us Stay blessed

[@katherinespong]

Even though I live in the north (Rupert), I always learn something from your videos. Thank you!!

[@bc30cal99]

Hello from the somewhat less smoky south Okanagan, thanks for taking us along once more. My goodness I could tell a couple stories about locking myself out of the truck alright. It's easy to laugh about it now, less easy to laugh up on the side of the mountain for sure. All the best and safe travels.

[@lifewithconnie3738]

Ok Dustin!!!!! As usual WOW. My favorite Saturday morning ritual. When I see a new video, I smile and sit on the edge of my seat to watch!!! You are my FAVOURITE channel. You never disappoint! This one included. Thank you. I brag to everyone about your channel!!

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you so much 😊

[@endangeredmarmot4518]

Great episode! Love the north coast and the way you highlight it. Hope the dungie feed made up for the lock out!

[@andrea6421]

I hope all the people in BC & Alaska truly appreciate their surroundings. Unbelievable beauty going on there. Thank you for another awesome video. 😊

[@kevinleblanc6468]

Every time I step out the door.. Truly an amazing place.

[@charlescockerill5066]

Oh I do. I grew up in Stewart B.C. It's a place I'll always call home.

[@margaretdahl5511]

Excellent adventures and filming, thanks for sharing

[@EntropyPI]

In 1896, Captain David du Bose Gaillard of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers received orders to build four masonry 'storehouses' along Portland Canal. Later on, Lieutenant Colonel David du Bose Gaillard later went on to complete the notoriously difficult Culebra Cut through the central backbone of the isthmus of Panama during the Panama Canal Construction. Crazy neat adventure find.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I was interested reading his history. What a life he lived.

[@DeadlyKnot]

Yeah, you're channel has grown! I found you last year and you've gained i think 50k subs since i've been watching. Way to go my man!!

[@gorillagoldhunters]

The cranberry is definitely a 4wd route lol lol I did it in a van!!!

[@schwags1969]

The gin and tonic with glacial ice is classic, well done sir, hats off.

[@chandradexter6444]

Another winner!! The locations you go to are so beautiful, and I love that you show off our amazing country!! Going North in Canada always leads to amazing adventures. I'm from Manitoba and just got back from Churchill. Man, is there some amazing wilderness and history in Northern Manitoba! Would love for you to explore here someday. Can't wait to see more of your adventures in Alaska/Northern BC. Also I'm gin kinda cat myself...the glacier gin and tonic...loved it 😂

[@brendo8434]

I saw your truck in gingolx! I was there fishing too

[@reynardgreenewood261]

Drone Footage and Scenic Vistas are the best I have ever seen !!! Left North Carolina for a job in Anchorage Alaska in 2015. Was advised by Visitors center in Edson, BC to take Scenic Route through Jasper to see the Canadian Rockies up close. Best advice I ever got ! Wound up driving the Cassiar Highway all the way to Watson Lake. That was "THE TRIP" of my Lifetime!!! Thanks for making New Memories of Beautiful British Columbia. Red Skies at night ! Bosun Bob.

[@LeahWriter]

Ahh dang. I would have loved to see how you got back in the rig! Lol. Glad you didn't strand yourself. Another beautiful , interesting video.

[@veniseriehl9995]

Love your videos from a flatlander in Manitoba. Very inspiring. Now looking for a truck camper to fix up and do some exploring in my first love northern Manitoba where grew up. To get a perspective geographically of where you are and the routes you travel it is hard to access this visually without going to a Google search or some other engine. I really like it when you give a very quick screenshot of a map and your route so I can have a better feel for your expeditions. Great work. Maybe see you on the road someday. Bruce.

[@chandradexter6444]

He needs to come explore in Northern Manitoba...started traveling up there 2 years ago and can't get enough! So gorgeous up there!!

[@tracydiltss56]

Bearitory, overcast, foggy ambiance = Priceless perfection! Another Stellar video filled with picturesque beauty at its finest.

[@favoriteswubby]

Two observations here. I'm glad that you included your nieces in the intro again. So sweet ❤. Also, how can you drink gin and tonic without lime?😮

[@sherriking7917]

I lived in Pr Rupert back in the late 60's, early 70's and hunted, fished and camped all over that area. In those days Bear Glacier came right to the lake Thanks for the memories !

[@travisadams4470]

I cleaned out my fridge, like Dustin asked and I didn't get dinner.But I'm not mad. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Whoopsies. lol

[@jonnieson9656]

Very cool video, thanks for keeping history alive, looking forward to our next ride together.

[@TroutSet]

Literally just took the exact same route for the first time these last two weeks to visit Alaska for the first time. Was super cool seeing you drive through the awesome places I got to experience! Safe travels dude!!

[@tallSycamore]

Your imagery is achingly beautiful! I don't know if it's just because you have an artist's skill for framing and composition, or if BC has such boundless beauty in every direction all you need to do is focus your camera and let it roll - but I sure appreciate looking at the world through your eyes...

[@miav785]

Just because the bay is shallow now does not mean it was back long ago. Shorelines change due to plate movements. And there have been some major earthquakes over the last 100 years along the entire coast. Plus older boats might have drawn less water.

[@GlacierPilotGst]

Southeast Alaska also has isostatic rebound. The weight of glacial ice that carved all these fjords was enough to actually flex the crust of the Earth. As the glacier's melted the crust flexed back up and raised shorelines. The town of Gustavus near Glacier Bay National Park is still rising out of the ocean about 1 in a year.

[@DragonflyenAmber]

One of my bucket list to do's, salmon fishing in BC and Norway. I bet that was frustrating not having your fishing gear with all of them popping up like that. Awesome video as always :D

[@normm]

Thanks Dustin, made my Saturday night so much better before heading to bed 😊

[@kenuber4014]

Well, atleast I'm not going to go hungry this time! Lol Thanks for the adventure Dustin!

[@mjmcomputers]

Where’s my crab? I emptied my fridge and now I’m hungry.

[@gorillagoldhunters]

Time to pick some matsutake up in the nass broski!!!

[@PS-Straya_M8]

Beautiful part of the world thank you for your video😂 hello from your friends in Australia 🙃

[@Destination_Adventure]

🍻 🦘

[@CanadianSledDog]

Great adventure as always sorry about your luck at the end there but sweet haul of crabs! Sounds like the only camera you don't have is a waterproof one that shoots close angles. Ironically that's one of the only cameras I have, a Sony phone, I like it.

[@rmf9567]

My family has land in Southeast Alaska, and it is by far one of the most intense and beautiful places on earth

[@clintterrill6886]

New to the channel, but I love your commentary. Keep em coming!

[@Destination_Adventure]

Welcome to the channel.

[@joannamarie_yt]

Good morning Dustin! I also enjoyed some gin in my last video😂 But tell me why I thought I needed to blur out my alcohol names 👀 Is this not something I would have needed to do? As always though, I love how everything is put together.(so far...because I always comment before the videos even over)

[@joannamarie_yt]

Lmfaooooooo😅😂😂 "he was just resting" 😂😂

[@joannamarie_yt]

Oh my God 😢😅 We trust that you ate all the crabs lolol. I'd be pretty frustrated as well.

[@nimocolombia]

I feel SO fortunate to have stumbled across this channel. It's rare to thank the YT algorithm, yet here I am. Thanks algorithm

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thanks for enjoying. :)

[@nimocolombia]

@Destination_Adventure Time to binge watch everything!

[@Herrdeskrieg]

Good morning!! Breaking off the ice for the drink was epic!

[@EvangelineAndrews]

Спасибо за качественый контент}

[@jeremycherny2041]

Good morning buddy. Local history is so fascinating to me. Thanks for chasing it.

[@gillwyatt8103]

Saturday with Destination Adventure - wonderful !! Gill 🇬🇧

[@Jedi_Order81]

Nice to see you having an ocean adventure. I was missing those 😄

[@RobsNeighbor]

Good morning amazing video Dustin keep up the good work

[@Laurel-zg8tn]

great way to start the day with you Dustin...having coffee and watching my favorite hometown boy...🥰

[@GlurglePop]

Dude your videography… chefs kiss

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@aprilwatkins6315]

New to your channel! Love it!! Great job with videoing & searching out places of history! Some extremely beautiful scenery!! Thanks! 😊

[@kevinmindel6897]

Ah…mazing up there!!! So quiet, so tranquil, so huge. Thanks for the adventure Dustin, looking forward to next weeks.

[@JohnHill-qo3hb]

Locked yourself out... HA!... all part of the ADVENTURE!!!

[@bartobuilt2601]

Love saturday mornings! reminds me of being a kid and the cartoons I looked forward too. Congrats on 200,000 Subscribers you deserve everyone of them Dustin 🙂

[@ccdodge6359]

Such Beautiful pics. Thanks for the Adventure. Love the water. Could taste your catch. Adventure on.

[@JustLou71]

Now that's a Gin and tonic!!

[@larrybourne4176]

I'm in love with the western Chilcotin/Stewart, etc., and have visited there several times ~15 years ago in my truck/camper/boat. (very similar to your setup) Just about drove (driving) myself crazy trying to figure where you were on this trip. You mentioned southern Portland Canal, but if so, how did you get there in your little boat ?? Coming back, there were buildings on the shore, so figured you left from Stewart and I mis-heard the southern part....?? It's what...??....100 miles....?? Then you went back to the 1st stone cabin and, IIRC, that was on Work (??) Canal out of Prince Rupert.

[@donbob449]

Dustin, sorry you got locked out, what a bummer, another great video , thanks buddy! 🦀🦀🦀🦀🦀🦀🚚

[@Drater87]

Love your videos Dustin! Keep up the great work! When are you going to come to Colorado for an adventure? We have a lot to offer here. Can’t wait till the next episode.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Filming in USA comes with a lot of issues, so I’m not sure if I’ll make it to Colorado. I’ve heard it’s beautiful though.

[@judlol5074]

That was quite a journey...to see some great historical huts. But, more importantly, to catch some wonderful fresh ..as you say;"dungies". Starving for them here. No crab to catch in south Idaho (At least not the edible kind..lol). Keep on "truckin", youngin'.

[@KrazyMitchAdventures]

my key chain hangs around my neck, for a very specific reason... I've locked myself out too many times (haha).. Another excellent adventure Dustin.

[@1954shadow]

Dang, Dustin, we’ll do better next time: Lens clean; check, gas tank filled; check, spare key works; check, eat lots of crab; check!

[@raktoda707]

Beautiful video Say we have an old stone building very much like your three .It's in a state forest in Burlington,CT.Theyvused it an a jail.The road thru park used to be a dirt thorough fare in the early 1900's.Our has I door ,1 window,...but a few bars in the window for the prisoners "ambiance ". Those crabs are huge,throw them back they said...or we'll lock you out of your truck And they did.☺️ Seriously sir fine outdoor adventure great shots and editing.

[@seanlynch5116]

Hi from Arnprior Ontario, Dustin, really enjoy your episodes especially the bear in the Winnebago, and the 17 Km train tunnel, really gripping videos. For your workshop Wednesdays could you give us a look into your safety gear / precautions? I see you use a SPOT. Do you also use GPS, maps, sat phone, cell whatever. Do you leave an itinerary with someone and other fall back measures etc. Thanks again for the wonderful adventures. Cheers

[@gerardfitzpatrick3031]

Another day and another Great Adventure. I really enjoy watching your videos and being a part of your Adventure's. Who would have thought to open a bottle of Tangueray London dry gin, and chip ice from a historic Glacier to chill a relaxing cocktail, and enjoy Beautiful Mountain Views. Another great show. Thank you Sharing Destination Adventure's Dustin!

[@mikebrownell309]

My grandparents in the early to mid 60's traveled from Central New York through Canada to Alaska..on something they called .the sunshine skyway...or something similar...very few pictures were taken..your Adventure brings their adventures to me in wonderful ways. Thank you for what you do❤

[@bradmantle3393]

Just reading James A Michener's 'Alaska' .. brilliant timing.. and a brilliant story of Alaska!

[@kathleenmouat8499]

I lived up there for 6 months while my husband taught grade 4 in Laxgalts’ap , and I drove the high school kids to New Aiyansh. Beautiful part of the world. We landed there January 1997 days after the snow storm of 96 !! In a Toyota 4 runner with a 18 month old boy in the back seat , from the gulf islands . What an adventure, learned to snow shoe ,exploring the the Lava field, fishing in Lizard lake. We left at the end of the school year via cranberry connection. The roads have drastically improved ❤. Planning to return in my teardrop next year 🙏

[@sharlettedavidson81]

Nice ice…well…I didn’t know we were going somewhere chilly and I didn’t bring the right gear….so I was chilly the whole trip. What a wonder to see the salmon and the bears doing what bears do…..congratulations on your crabs…. and😮locked out….ooops…sorry….that might have been my fault as well…😊 I was cold. We still loved the trip and appreciate being able to go with you . Excited for next week. Stay safe my friend……enjoying what you do is a blessing in my life.

[@GlennO1961]

A shame about the crab boil but I'm glad you were able to get back into your rig. Great video, anyway 👍 P.S. My "Destination Adventure" trucker's cap arrived...great merch! 🧢

[@jimjim753]

Another epic adventure...thanks for sharing, from Minnesota

[@brendancurl01]

100-percent love the gin and tonic! I did that on the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia! Love your channel man, if I were in a place in life that I could be adventuring as you do I would be, jealous! But I love watching your content- don't stop, it gives me the Escape I need!

[@lkg91011]

Now that's a MAN drink right there and if I'm completely honest I'm a bit jealous! Cheers buddy, love the content, enjoy, and be safe!

[@DirtyFeetHappyHeart]

Don't have a fridge. practice to see what I will require on the road. Waiting for supper. Always enjoy all you discover. this community is amazing. A feel good story; Jeffie Bear a van dweller who lost his legs, while living in his van, just got his new home. a van equipped with wheelchair lift. Empty inside so he can build to his needs without destruction. Chrome a friend started a givesendgo. 24 hrs later shut down. In 1 hr he had the 10 thous Chrome asked form..24 hr mark 30 thous. Shows how generous people can be to this community. Sticks and Bricks sure would never dp this. Safe travels.

[@liztowers2058]

youre my fave!! you need 5mil subscribers! not these idiots doing eating contests and random nonsense, this is QUALITY WORK and entertainment !! awesome intro.

[@ksokie63]

Hey Dustin 👋, thanks for a great video. Interesting things and knowing that other people lock themselves out 👍 . Have a great weekend ahead 🖐

[@mikeranfurly1135]

Your videography is a amazing. To follow you down the road to places in BC that I have been, as a 72 year old life long resident, refreshes in me, what a beautiful province we live in. Off to the Nechako tomorrow to catch up with friends and explore where home was for 18 years. Thanks, Dustin for going down those roads less travelled

[@mightymouseofnyc]

Good morning Dustin! This is beautiful and thank you, again, for the glaciers. Was wondering with all the bear activity you are around, do you carry any bear protection or bear canisters for food when you are out and about? The scenery is again absolutely beautiful.

[@ragnargranum7374]

Nice videos , greetings from norway. I would love to be there with my boat, but it’s a bit far away from the fjords . For now I’ll just keep on watching your realy cool videos. Fantastic nature ! Thanks for great videos!

[@MountainCuban]

Haven't you seen the movie "The Thing"? Great now you've released the E.T. from the ice right into your blood stream... haha... Great intro man!

[@spongebobsqueeze]

I lived in Alaska for 15 years when I was much younger. I was a bartender and worked 8 tens so I could have 6 days off in the summer. I would pack up my car with fishing and camping gear. After I closed the bar at 3:30 am I would grab a bottle and take off. I always made it back half hour before work so I could take a shower. This makes me miss Alaska so much!

[@GBodyJames]

Real liking your videos these days, total good find by accident or KZbin suggestion lol grew up on van island

[@surfing4theloveofit]

It's so beautiful there, wish I was there too. Very cool video, good place to get lost.❤ from rick in Australia 🇦🇺

[@avap2677]

Super nice to see your Video's and your nice material . I have one question : why do jou not keep your boat/dinghy on the top of your car ? You can make a slide for takeoff and pull it up with a winch . Or is that to high?(sorry for bad English but I'm Dutch)

[@davidrussell8795]

Q: what's your escape plan if your motor dies,your boats plastic hull is shredded,or your GPS dies or falls in the water,or your in need of emergency evac? Also a floating case for your gps would be ideal,or a piece of styrofoam glued to the back of it! Boaters use a floating device to keep keys from going into the bottom. What is the the make of your drone?

[@pezbudy]

Dustin! What an amazing adventure as you do what most dream of doing! Long story short as I saw one of your videos a long time ago and loved it as it was the one about Georgetown I think. Ever since then I could never find your channel until recently about The Build Documentary! Loved it as I too have that same truck which is my fathers and I can’t tell you what a truck that is! We do landscaping in Alabama and it has lasted through the years. I also locksmithed for 10 years and I can tell you to keep a Fondu fork handy as it will act as a spare key. 😉 love the content and keep being an inspiration! Fan forever, John