The Game is Afoot

[@christinebursey4976]

Your life is a dream of a lot of people,northern lights!sunsets,the fur you catch.Thks for taking us along enjoy every minute.🥰🇨🇦🥰

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@christinebursey4976 it has its beauty that’s for sure.

[@Mr880881]

Norm you inspire me. Not only are you bold enough to venture out on your own in that kind of cold to check and set traps ......... You take the time to setup and video the process of what you do. Hats off to you for the effort you put into taking us along on your journey. Very well done !!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very welcome and its a challenge at times but fun. For every shot I take only a few seconds are used. I want the best for you guys, by no means am I a pro, just doing my best. Thanks for the kind words once again Mr.

[@thecamocowboyoutdoors5693]

Thanks so much for the show, Norm. No good having those Critters working your line and eating your fur. I had a bear that was starting to work my line, but i caught him in a 160 Belisle on the snout. I put him down with the 22 Mag. Always an adventure on the line! Take care Brother.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I seen that in my subscription videos but haven’t watched yet. Once I get time I will.

[@larryhawkes1347]

Thanks again Norm you are greatly appreciated for bringing us along for these stunningly beautiful Adventures. You are a special friend even though we live so far apart. Larry

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks Larry, always kind words.

[@brenthouse9305]

Nice to see you out on the line, Norm. It always amazes me the type of habitat that marten live in . In your area they live in areas that are more open, in my area they want the thickest bush they can find and avoid the open areas. Love you channel keep up the good work thanks.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Brave around here running in the open with a snowy owl around.

[@davidingram353]

Nice adventure Norm, Those shots of the Lights are awesome. Thanks for adding them in. Stay safe out there.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

No problem

[@jamestboehm6450]

Such a beautiful and brutal place to play. You're a lucky man Norm.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@jamestboehm6450 I am lucky, love it out here

[@robertsimard735]

Good morning from northern Ontario. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride. Happy trails.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@robertsimard735 Good morning Robert and take care

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

A cup of coffee and a True north living video. What a way to start a day. Loved the through the snowshoe shot.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@SteveandSusiesHomestead thank buddy

[@MtMan146]

Thanks , Cold and snowing out great time to watch this video this morning with a cup of coffee, watching some of last years also

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I hope you’re staying warm out there.

[@godsoffspring4195]

Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for another weekly outing, Norm. A chunk of metal lathe coiling , vinegar, not too much of a heavy hand and maybe a good hockey game to watch might take that crud off for ya. See you next week buddy. :>)

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I appreciate it, see you next week.

[@pisom4314]

those sunsets were absolutely beautiful. as were the pics of the northern lights!!! thanks Norm for sharing with us!!!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thank you and your welcome

[@Evangeline01gnd]

Good morning Norm from Vancouver Island. Wow chilly days up at your cabin. Lovely video!! I second the Dawn Powerwash on your stovetop. That stuff works really well getting off baked on things.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I was using it in the video. I’ll let it sit longer

[@laurienortherngirl7452]

Great way to start my morning, watching a True North video and coffee and Bailey’s. ❤ Chunky monkey gorgeous red fox! Beautiful northern lights thanks for sharing. That’s cold especially handling metal.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I didn’t complain why my hands are really cold. It’s setting up the camera 😆 I have to be quick but not on that shot I wasn’t. I wasn’t happy with the angle and changed it up.

[@laurienortherngirl7452]

Bless you for taking us along. I definitely appreciate your time and efforts.

[@francismcinnis5995]

Thanks for the great video norm. happy new year Hope you get Mr wolverine soon. Good luck be safe.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Happy New Year! Thanks

[@rangepro]

Winter has officially arrived 32 below>>>>>>Thanks for posting Norm!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks for watching!

[@yanlap2183]

so many beautiful scenery. i really like the music at the end.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks

[@Shelbkip]

I still can't get over how gorgeous your northern lights are!!!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

They are beautiful, indeed!

[@davidcheverie7652]

Great country you have up there .thanks for the videos

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

You bet

[@charliefryer5184]

Norm, we do this in the summer but in may work for you on the front door deck (or take home for the summer). Need a heavy duty BLACK construction trash bag, at least 1/2 gal of ammonia and sun light. Place the stove top in the bag, add the ammonia then trap some air in the bag and seal it tight. Allow the bag to sit in the sunlight for most of the day, it should puff up a bit as the ammonia makes a bit of gas. The ammonia gas will loosen the crud so it can be cleaned off. Throw your grill grates in as well. We have cleaned this way for many years now and it works like you won't believe.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

That sounds like a good way to clean the stove top if the other ideas don’t work. Thanks

[@sfs122450]

Thanks, Norm, for sharing your adventures with us. It's a lot of work to film and edit the videos, and you make it look easy.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very kind, thank you sfs

[@RochBilodeau]

Nice shot at 19:50! Appreciate the effort to get those. Thx

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@RochBilodeau No worries at all. I have to work on better pictures and how present them better for you guys.

[@victoriaskuse118]

I appreciate the effort you make it getting some really amazing scenic footage. It’s a beautiful and brutal world up there. Many thanks and take care, Norm. From a very balmy (in comparison) Cornwall, UK 🇬🇧

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thank you very much!

[@keithcotnoir6331]

Great video again Norm, those tracks are a very happy moose with a long,,, and a good set of ,,,,

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@keithcotnoir6331 hahaha 😂

[@jasonlynch2919]

What absolutely beautiful area in winter. Thanks for sharing.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@jasonlynch2919 no problem at all

[@DiggsNWT]

Hey Norm. I really appreciate you posting up your adventures! I guess for you it's just life, but for many of us, your life is an adventure we'll never live. I've seen those tracks before when I lived in the NWT... definitely caribou and exactly how you described their gait.👌🏼

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks for watching. It’s great to hear from others who have seen the same things out there.

[@timvarner280]

Beautiful scenery and aurora shots, Norm! Thanks for sharing!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@timvarner280 you bet Tim

[@Lazzar1958]

Man that was a big, gorgeous red fox! It's a shame that silver fox was devoured, that would have been a gorgeous fur. Another very enjoyable video Norm! p.s. (SOS pads & a bit of hot water work well to clean crusty stove tops. Good for removing any rust as well.) Not even a frost here in Vancouver so far this winter, makes for lousy skiing! Cheers!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Yes that red fox was a beauty, Thank you!

[@davidpotvin-y6t]

I've had good luck with oven cleaner on the stove top. Really enjoy your videos!! THX!!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Glad you enjoyed the video David

[@Busy_Bill.K]

Excellent video Norm. Thank you so much.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

My pleasure

[@FireRescueHunter]

Awesome Video Norm. Loved coming along on this one 👍👍

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@FireRescueHunter Thanks Hunter

[@outpostcamp]

Beautiful northern light pics. Thanks from Hells Cayon, Frank.

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

The balmy snake R?

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Welcome

[@kellyensleyensley855]

Hello a small electric chainsaw is awesome for those little trees you are using an axe on they are cheap cheap also i use the one that takes dewalt batteries cause my tools are all dewalt multi uses for them love your show and the tea lol

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Funny you say that because its what I was thinking. I was thinking one more thing to carry though but it ight be worth it.

[@mistycreekboats]

Always cool Cheers Bud. 👍🇨🇦🇨🇦👍

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Cheers!

[@drewpackman2929]

Thank you for making the video. I very much enjoy watching and seeing what life is like on the trapline there. Cheers!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very welcome and cheers to you as well.

[@lindaredforth3899]

A great video, large area to enjoy. Love your choice of music, thanks.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very welcome

[@marksparkplug7758]

Thanks Norm, great video. Take care.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks, you too!

[@stevenrochon2513]

Hi Norm. What kind of setters are the ones you use. Thanks again for the awesome videos. Thanks from Ontario Canada

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Which ones? I bought them both from FHA.

[@redcanoe9810]

I think you're right about a caribou making those tracks. The marks are all uniform as if it's the animal's gait.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Agreed

[@borealmetalworx]

Great cinematography thanks for sharing.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Glad you liked it boreal

[@jamesschorey475]

For stubborn baked on stains, I use Dawn Premium Plus Powerwash. Spray it on and let it soak in a while. Then scrub.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I was using that in the video, maybe I need to let it sit longer. Give it a shot. Thanks

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

Thanks for the videos Norm, I know a lot of work goes into them, looks like we have some good luck on our side so far this year and yeah those are some odd tracks for sure but I think your right they are likely caribou tracks,, stay safe and warm

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks buddy, stay safe too!

[@EmerickKing-j4o]

Nice too see you happy norm , make some out of your fur . For boots. Take care my friend. ❤.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Interesting idea

[@marvmottl3975]

"A big chunk of fish, looks appetizing to me" Hahahaha I need to wipe the monitor. What brand 330's do you use Norm? the safeties on yours are better than my Dukes. Looks like you are good and settled in, safe travels Sir!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Hahaha to funny Marv, I use Bélisle traps.

[@davidgarner8990]

Really liked this one Norm !!……..beautiful scenery, this one had it all. Was so glad to see another video of your “life” out there. Take care my friend ! Dave

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Appreciate the kind words Dave

[@IcamanSogge]

Another good video thanks for sharing and Northern lights was a bonus

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Appreciate it, glad you enjoyed it.

[@jdfromsc3473]

Looks like there plenty of fox this year. Thanks for the ride Norm.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Appreciate ya watching and yes lots of tracks around

[@nothingstands]

I'd have to guess those odd tracks are from a couple otters? We see them similar to that in the snow, sometimes long ways from open water.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

We agree here there caribou tracks but you could be right. Different from anything I’ve seen

[@colbiecolbie6979]

I find myself thinking about the effort involved in some of your shots … you should have alot more subs . Thanks for your efforts . Would you have a hook up for fur hats made with your furs ?

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very kind words, thank you. no I dont get any hats made with my fur. Sorry

[@wbirch4028]

As fellow Northerns we agree those are caribou tracks. Also the Silky saw works great. Used one last the weekend clearing trail, faster, safer than an axe on our heavy weighed down bush covering the trails. Chuck at Everything Outdoors just got one too. Lol Great job on the video.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@wbirch4028 Totally agree it’s a caribou. The saw is a great idea and I have been thinking of one for a bit but I also was thinking of a mini battery chain saw. See where it goes. Thanks Birch

[@deanfromtrapline53-colwell61]

Great West Metal went under so take care of your airtights !!! When i found out i bought a couple of extras that i found online. Hope everything is well for you. Glad that the Starlink is working out for you, it's awesome being connected. Take care Norm.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Good to know. Thanks Dean

[@victorfortin542]

Thanks for the ride Norm, would those tracks be from a caribou with an injured leg. Looks like a consistent drag mark.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

We all believe it’s just a caribou trotting.

[@mainemagic4968]

Norm, My Grandmothers gas stove use to have small burner pans she made out of mini aluminum pie pans...she would alway have a stack in her pantry because like you, the burner deck always was a pain to keep clean. Aluminum Foil might help you keep the area easier to clean up....or just some gas stove spray paint you use when needed...like " Touch Up Stove Paint"...

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Aluminum foil might be a good idea, I'll try to find those liners. I forgot all about those things. Thanks for the tip!

[@geo8576]

Hi Norm, I really appreciate your efforts in putting these videos together, thanks. The northern light pics are awesome.Maybe try some easy off oven cleaner on that range top. Also, a suggestion for carrying a pair of loppers for clear willows up to an 1-1/2 diameter .Stay warm and safe out there.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I have some loppers at home and was honestly thinking about bringing them. I have a few ideas I’m thinking about.

[@gman77gas]

Ya ever think of putting some studs in the snowmobile for the ice and low snow conditions. Just enough for trail control. One of my sleds has them and i am installing traction screws in the other for ice conditions

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I have not thought of that. Have to be awfully long though, 1.5 inch lugs on that track.

[@bobstewart4342]

Time to get the duct tape and recondition the boot liners.. Appliance paint will work on the stove or leave it alone works too. I'm freezing cold just watching you.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

New boots haven’t arrived yet. Snail mail here in the North. I have gotten a few great ideas from you guys

[@darrellmusgrave887]

Thanks Norm highlight of acrappy week great video

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Glad to help out

[@edwardboone9403]

Good morning Norm!!!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Good morning

[@TheTed169]

Awesome Norm, thanks for sharing. Cheers from da ROCK!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

you bet bud

[@jackdubois5564]

Greetings all the way from Winnipeg. Did polar bear tours for 17 years. Try Windex on the stovetop Cheers

[@briansand1533]

Thanks for the video

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

No problem!

[@rackman5111]

Hey buddy nice catch to bad that wolverine got a gead of you. Hopefully his time will come👍 are you going to able to do something with the Marten tail or was it to mangled? And it was nice to see the tent frame ❤ and not eagnuf snow in some places to get up the embankments a shovel and snow wood fix that but when there isn't alot of snow well 🤷 stay safe and warm Norm 👍 from Northern Ontario

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

It was a trail I needed to move and yes I could shovel but it’s a poor trail. I’ll get that wolverine. The fight is on. lol

[@roderickletto957]

Keep videos coming,love it

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

You bet

[@neilnukapigak6130]

I use that type of set i seen on trapping inc few years back. They work well and i dont need to dig out boxes i used to usd box and buckets

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Never heard of trapping inc.

[@nanukbigwithe]

👍👍

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

👍👍

[@DimensionalHorse]

Try oven cleaner on the stove top. Great video!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@DimensionalHorse tried that also but thank you for the suggestion

[@DimensionalHorse]

@truenorthlivingmanitoba mayb some baking soda paste with some vinegar???

[@gman77gas]

And soak it over night.​@@DimensionalHorse

[@NorthernOntarioOutdoors]

Hey norm is that rear light on your skidoo new this year ? Can you show us how you have it wired up and where you got it . Thanks stay warm

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I’ll explain it for you. I put it on years ago.

[@neilnukapigak6130]

Not sure if you would like to try a fence set they call them chicken wire. Your bait is hanging and your would and bait wont get buried after blizzards

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Interesting

[@TerryAndrus-c9l]

To clean ur stove top try some cleaner and mix some ash from ur woodstove with it... hope that works for you it did for ours...

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@TerryAndrus-c9l very interesting. Thank you

[@TerryAndrus-c9l]

@truenorthlivingmanitoba u can clean the glass on ur woodstove with wet news paper dipped in ashes ...might want to do that when it's cool .. let me know how it works

[@stevedemers4124]

Track looks like it might be a Komodo dragon….

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

😂

[@maukamaki]

wolverine & fox sniffing a bit too close to the line! great vid!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@maukamaki Got that right

[@outdoorsinthecounty2150]

Love the adventure. My wife says baking soda and vinegar. Lay paper towels over it and let it sit. Also oven cleaner might work.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I will give it a shot, thanks!

[@williammccleary5878]

Sure looks like you’re getting a decent winter so far!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Yes it’s been pretty good so far

[@desiremontgomery2762]

You look after your machine..some guys just leave their machines out in brutal cold expecting it to start the next day... Not good

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

I look after all my gear and I hope in return it gets me back to camp. I’ve seen guys buy 20k sleds and just let them rot slowly in the outdoor environment. Mine looks new compared to some sleds the same year(2019).

[@freightdawg6762]

💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks dawg

[@woodstacker5241]

Nice video, thanks!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

No worries!

[@jeffwiseman1368]

TRY A BRILLO SCOURING PAD FOR CLEANING THE STOVE TOP.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Tried that too. Cooked on good I guess. Maybe I’ll let the oven cleaner sit longer.

[@wolftrapper829]

I nails my traps on up as far as i can reach seems work well. Cheers

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Don’t usually have to worry about that. Lots of foxes around this year

[@scottwolfe3333]

Thank you, beautiful!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

My pleasure.

[@NSTRAPPERHUNTER]

Hope you don't mind me chasing you around Norm. I'm having a blast so far. Later

[@ClarenceOlsen-o2g]

Amazing video bro,awesome content.happy trapping cheers

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Appreciate it and cheers

[@wolftrapper829]

Hi norm glad your back at it buddy. See your losing lots fur to foxes. Might be good idea put your boxes up higher.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Gawd that would be a lot of work. Thanks for the advice trapper. See how things go

[@coopdephil1586]

Great edit. Be safe.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Appreciate it.

[@haroldb9262]

get some done spry foam for dishes it seame to work great for cleaning top of stove

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@haroldb9262 I got it clean but thanks Harold

[@cedricgates9976]

are there any other trappers with a line anywhere near yours?

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Yes. The guy south of my line borders my line.

[@txsviking]

Looks like a good season so far. Exiting at least.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Lots of fun tx

[@dalelangila9274]

Wood ash from your stove wet Rag great all around cleaner

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Sweet...try it out

[@charlesbey8636]

Hey Norm,maybe ask Santa for a new pair of boots next year! Not that you need em now but...............just sayin

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@charlesbey8636 😆… I have a new pair. But they were stuck in the mail because of the mail strike. Should be here anytime.

[@charlesbey8636]

@truenorthlivingmanitoba was kidding Norm. You're definitely always prepared. Love the vids!!

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@charlesbey8636 I know bud....cheers

[@bryanjelinski8036]

Use oven cleaner or Carb. cleaner.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@bryanjelinski8036 interesting… I’ve tried oven cleaner. I’ll try the carb cleaner

[@dklipper9939]

For sure caribou tracks

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Agreed

[@jocelyncritch7280]

Try soap pads on the stove

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks for the tip

[@bcnewfie494]

looks like your having fun out there. ice and snow on bent over trees is never fun. i see a wolverine catch in the future !

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@bcnewfie494 agreed my friend

[@thomasmoeller2688]

Elbow grease soft pad

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

My elbow is falling off 😆

[@dennis56]

🌄☕🥧

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

👌

[@jeffwiseman1368]

YOU COULD TRY SOME EASY OFF OVEN CLEANER, ALSO.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Tried that also but thanks Jeff

[@toddak47]

Easy off oven cleaner don't leave on long will eat the paint .

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Tried that Todd

[@toddak47]

@truenorthlivingmanitoba that stuff removes just about anything

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@toddak47 I’ll leave it on longer.

[@sparky-pp4dq]

Stove top... try bar keepers friend...

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Never heard of it. I'll look it up. Thank you

[@sparky-pp4dq]

@truenorthlivingmanitoba try canadian tire

[@SierraOne]

Oven cleaner, put it in a plastic trash bag for 4 or 5 or more hours I guess that could be an item for next trip

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@@SierraOne That’s a great idea. I’ll give it a shot. I have oven cleaner but never thought of putting it in a bag.

[@kentuuri8272]

Easy off oven cleaner✌️

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Thanks for the tip but I’ve tried it. Maybe I need to let it sit longer.

[@bryanjelinski8036]

Could have used the length of your axe to measure with.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Very true