V4E11: Area Family Takes to Wilderness Living

[@sharonjack7239]

I lived in Germansen Landing when your aunt and uncle first arrived. I remember the day they arrived. This would have been in the 1960's. They stopped at our house and visited on their way to their place. We admired their pioneering strong spirit. They lived about 6 miles north of us. They had 3 young children. Your uncle made snowshoes which were highly sought after for their high quality. Your video showed me areas that I had not seen. For many years my father built the 'north road' as we called it.It went on past your uncle's place. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful video of a very talented couple. I am happy to see them doing well. Love the kale garden. I wish you well in your travels!

[@SuperTiamarie]

I really enjoyed watching this video! It definitely took me back a few years. I spent my childhood up there, did homeschooling, and lived so very different than kids nowadays. I wouldn't change it for the world 🥰

[@ORflycaster]

As appealing as the nomadic "van life" is, I think I could be completely content in a secluded, self-sufficient, BEAUTIFUL location like this one. I could always take a short vacation on the road once in a while, but I honestly don't think I'd want to. Other than a little clutter (that I'd likely have too), this place is absolutely PERFECT. I hope you keep in touch with your aunt and uncle now that you've visited for the first time. They're living a life many of us dream about, and they've obviously got a lot to teach those who'll listen.

[@susieque7680]

I was their neighbour when I was little. We lived at 12 mile. I miss it so much. This was amazing to watch. Now I have to go visit, again.

[@toptouring]

Best NO DRONE/FANCY MUSIC channel on youtube.

[@adatshhc]

I actually wish that he would use a drone at times to get other perspectives. To each his own...

[@takayama1638]

Wow Lee, thanks for saying that!! Exactly why I love Chris' channel. Calm, great video, I immediately leave channels with "music." And I'm sick of all this drone mess too. I hate flying anyway,

[@RedRider1600]

But I like drones and fancy music. The fancier the better.

[@billtimmer2462]

AGREE Its not needed on this channel. We see footage from his perspective, this is what you would see if you were out there. Its raw and real.

[@myytchannel6632]

BEST EPISODE EVER!!! Your uncle and aunt live a great life. They are very well sustained. I mean, he builds everything himself plus a wife who loves gardening. Can't ask for anything better. Someday, when they are too old to stay there themselves or take care of it, I hope someone worthy will inherit that place and use it and not let it be abandoned and forgotten. I truly enjoyed this episode. It was epic! Great job and thanks for sharing.

[@jeremyg20R1]

Hey I grew up there! Ron and Ruth are the coolest. Ron is a legend up there. I grew up in a cabin at 12 mile and they live at 17 mile. That meadow you were overlooking on the cliff is 14 mile lookout. I miss it up there so much. It’s been about 10 years since I’ve been there. Great video!

[@jackbauer9347]

Uncle Ron is a bad ass. A man that does and just doesn't talk. Refreshing. Great episode Chris.

[@insaynbcr]

Your uncle did it right. Far enough away from EVERYONE, yet close enough to go visit someone (if needed). Man is Ron a treasure trove of ideas, creations and inspiration. True meaning of Get'R Done!

[@takayama1638]

Right on, old Ron got it right. Nice place.

[@Overland_History]

Wow, your Aunt and Uncle live like absolute KINGS with that amazing setup! I think a setup like that will inspire just about anyone! ❤️

[@sutluc1]

Just saw this. Good to see that Ron and Ruth Ann are still going strong. I grew up in Germansen. I was friends with their eldest son Chris. (He's my age within a few months) And of course Angie and Erik.

[@frontierfan1613]

Wow, their homestead is incredible! You uncle is a genius, he can build and maintain anything! So impressive!

[@amandahausot3053]

I had the pleasure of staying at your Aunt and Uncles place in 2013. Such an amazing experience.

[@billtimmer2462]

This is awesome. Auntie and uncle are an inspiration, and you are too.

[@tessaburkhamer3856]

Everything about this is wonderful....however, your uncle's wood splitter invention takes the cake! Love it & yes it's a dream life no doubt. Wait! The green house is just perfect 🌱

[@paulmckay4008]

Wow your Aunt and Uncles place is amazing, really inspiring. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@joeboswell4666]

Been working my way backwards through episodes and enjoying everyone of them. Learning a lot and stoking my fire to get out and find my own path, thanks for sharing your amazing journey with us! This episode has to be one of my favorite episodes yet!

[@michaelmathis1961]

You uncle is ingenious at what he has built to enable him to live his life! I would have been throwing fits every summer as a kid if my parents would not let me go to my aunt and uncle's place in Canada! lol Just beautiful. Please visit regularly as they love seeing you!

[@garymoore3446]

Man your uncle is a "Master"...Wow what a tight ship he runs......years of experience...

[@hughwolfe1176]

Chris you’ve got yourself some amazing relatives, anyone would be proud of the life they’ve created.

[@dasgoat76]

This is what I look forward to most on Fridays, but I try to ration out the episode so I can enjoy it longer. Watch a little now and then finish it tomorrow over tea in the morning and then hot chocolate at night.

[@malifestro7596]

Your uncle is a true go getter! Some can figure out just about anything. Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@nickedshears]

I have been spending the last few months watching all the episodes on your channel to catch up to the point where I started. I only have a couple episodes left, but this is definitely the hidden gem of your channel. Your uncle's place is amazing, as an engineer it's so cool to see what he's been able to create.

[@rodneyvenzon7462]

one of my favorite episodes by far that i've watched. Love the family history and wonder where your name takes place someday like your aunt and uncle. Loved it!

[@lifelong5425]

Amazing....keep your cities. Work hard all, and then live outside of the craziness. I now live on an Island, enough services for safety and being attached to all that is needed. It's taken me 3 plus years to divorce my mind from the pull of city life....never going back...Always something to do, living on .62 of an acre...Peace and tranquility abounds.

[@tenmilechicks]

Yup, I remember, Fort St. James was "going to town". I noticed that the road to Germansen Landing and beyond was in really good conditon. I my teen years, my family use to live there. We lived not far from 10 Mile Lookout.

[@79FSB]

This is awesome. Im a manson girl myself. Germanson was only for visiting or when someone had a bbq party.. hope u go up more often and explore more fsr . The one road along germanson lake is teally overgrown but my 2dr wrangler handled it like a pro

[@SoberNomad]

LOVE this video, and I am both proud and envious of what your uncle has done here! That said...did I see him washing a cast iron pan with soap and water???? Goodness, what an egregious abuse of a wonderful tool!

[@backseatdriver406]

Man Ron is a HERO. Not an easy life but a rewarding one. Such a cool guy. Definitely a dream.

[@saidsaadat5645]

Your uncle is a golden man . He knows things and is able to do all these things is amazing he’s knowledgeable man .and sure the BC is a nice place to live .most of today’s men’s can’t change a flat tire or can’t cook eggs .old timers are awesome.

[@mr.hunter3722]

You are so lucky to have an Uncle Ron. What a great place to live.

[@nadkram1]

Your uncle and aunt are in the best place in the world.... cool people.

[@MarkVJenkins]

my favorite episode of the series. Well done Chris

[@xspaddriver]

I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this video. Your Aunt & Uncle are incredible and what a place they have, thanks for showing it to us.

[@410Expedition]

Great video Chris. Your Uncle is truly living the dream

[@broadsword6650]

Very special. Thanks!

[@georgebezzegh6383]

Most blessed people! Your uncle and family. Awesome!!!

[@windfallridge8425]

Hi Chris. Your videos are very inspiring And entertaining for my wife and I. We've been following you since I discovered Your channel on KZbin. Your journey through British Columbia simply amassed me when you pulled into Your uncle's place . Love it. I also am originally from PA. in fact , Boyertown. Graduated from BAHS, 1973. I know Ron. That is if this is the same Ron with the tree house in the hollow up behind Updegroves air field by Frecons orchards. My old stomping grounds. Ron was and is still an inspiration to me. I new that he moved to Canada and wondered how he was doing after all these years. I'm happy for him and his wife.And you.What a small world. I followed suit a few years later and now live in Montana. Mabe one day our paths too will cross. Thanks for the vids, Happyand safe travels for you always.

[@ramiromontoya9357]

Looks like your uncle & aunt are on vacation forever :-)Great video Chris. Thank you.

[@stillridingtrav6251]

What an awesome episode!! Think my favorite so far. 👍

[@charlieporch3181]

Family is everything, Live life.

[@chingon_grandpa]

You can definitely see the appreciation and love your uncle has for his surroundings. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@kayak77]

I love going through the backlog of episodes since I only cane across your channel in the last year. This is great content.

[@udp1073]

Sir, this is one of the most incredible videos I have ever seen. Kudos to your uncle as well, thanks for sharing

[@nowayjose6195]

I've only watched half so far and am loving it! Your Uncle and Aunt show the true pioneer spirit and ingenuity that clearly runs through your family . You are kind of the Vlog version of Ron. I hope they live to 110 and continue to enjoy life like few of us ever will. I am grateful for a glimpse of such beautiful, strong people.

[@turkey4957]

Ron is awesome, this video has inspired me big time. I think he's got a little Ron Swanson in him

[@billt2352]

Seen a LOT of your videos but this one might be my favorite. So impressive.

[@the.magnus]

Thanks for sharing your uncle’s amazing story and life

[@danielbrix1982]

A wonderful episode. Thanks for sharing this moment!

[@Mookiethedog]

Great video.....I just heard about Germansen Landing today......I live in the Bella Coola Valley....not as remote but pretty cool lifestyle! Hope you one day get yourself in a place you love!

[@venture4wd]

I appreciate that, Bella Coola is stunning!

[@lyndadentry1833]

Unbelievable your uncle reminds me of someone I know brilliant can come up with anything just about with his own mind amazing thank you that was totally amazing I'm keeping this for future reference

[@golferbird1975]

Your family's property is just awesome. Thanks for the tour.

[@FriendlyManitoban]

BEST episode yet. I loved everything about it from start to finish. Keep up the great work!

[@Jackalopestravels]

Wow. Your aunt and uncle are just friggin awesome.

[@sanzquerol]

i am from Barcelona Spain and i had the oportunity to live in the beautiful british columbia around that area and all i can say is BC its the greates place in the whole world now living in the great state of colorado its also pretty awesome but not even close with BC and its soul !! i miss BC every day. great great video

[@DirtShy]

There is no words I can say for this episode, your uncle is a treasure for survival. Im going to watch a lot of your videos tonite,

[@JCintheBCC]

That kindling catch is really clever. I'll be building one of those for myself this weekend!

[@jsowers21]

While all of your adventures are really cool to watch, I found this one particularly cool. I enjoyed seeing the ingenuity of all the things your uncle did to make their life livable out there was really neat. Obviously a very intelligent man. Thanks for sharing that content!

[@ajr5195]

That life style is amazing. Your aunt and uncle awesome... So cool how they make or grow nearly everything they need! So smart and resourceful

[@chicagotom2006]

one of your best episodes. @0 years from now when you look back at this the memory's will come flooding back. Well done.

[@johnfishlock22132]

Cool videos. Beautiful landscapes must be tough out there on your own. My best to you!

[@takman0516]

Wow! Awesome video!

[@catzuk]

Great episode. Fantastic to see you connect with family. Love how your Uncle and Aunt live up there. Keep up the great travels.

[@robertongradi1567]

Wow, what an awesome episode! They are all great for sure, but this one was phenomenal. When you said you didn't want to leave there, I also didn't want you to leave! Truly awesome the life they have made for themselves. Hopefully you are able to return to see them soon, they are as you said, truly inspirational! Thanks for sharing, safe travels as usual.

[@bartcornelius7717]

My favorite video so far! Watching from Alabama.

[@texassky9706]

This is by far my favorite episode. There's not many folks left like your Aunt and Uncle.

[@cheechFLHTK]

Another great video. Your Aunt and Uncle have an awesome place. Stay safe. Thanks for sharing

[@jlopes68]

great episode, neat seeing your aunt and uncles place. really beautiful country up there.

[@keithfortson667]

Great, great video! Your Aunt & Uncle are amazing.

[@vernsampson3584]

Great episode! Again! Glad you like Canada. Cheers.

[@spencerford2134]

You aunt and uncle are good friends. 30 years ago they were true bad asses. I still have a patch from his hat I talked him out of. DOG HUSKY POWER

[@jseb2847]

wonderfull people thank you for sharing ... funning when he said to you "yeah you can get wyfi in here" you know you need spend more time with them as after driving all over home-stead might be in your ....

[@richardsanders2794]

What a great week you’ve had, one of your best videos.

[@seanfrank4158]

OK....I'm pretty impressed by your aunt and uncle. It's not the lifestyle for me but its still quite the accomplishment. I've been up to Germansen Landing and Manson Creek a few times now and it never fails to impress.

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Wow incredible video. Every one of these just keeps getting better. Your Aunt and Uncle are amazing. This adventure into Canada has just been a solid jump to the next level. Now I'm inspired to explore up there. Thanks for documenting such beautiful videos of your and these travels. Got to be one of my faves or maybe my favorite channel. Cheers and stay safe Chris.

[@gilvietor1918]

Guys like Ron can sharpen a knife with only a couple passes on that stone on his bench. I wish I could have that skill, my dad has it but I cannot do it. Very cool, very cool video.

[@d.brucelambert2196]

Hi Chris, I don't recall if I ever met you but I felt after seeing your video I had to touch base with you. I went to High School with Ron and his wife Ruthann was my first wife's cousin. After Ron and I graduated we both started working at Dana Corp, in Pottstown Pa. Ron and I road back and forth to work for about a year and a half and one morning on the way home he said to me Bruce I am leaving I said what do you mean you're leaving? Ron said I'm taking the family and moving to Britsh Columbia. Knowing Ron the way I did I knew he was serious. Chris if you know the entire story you have to tell it, your video is great but it is only the tip of the iceberg. This family journey is simply amazing.

[@tassosngr]

new subscriber from far away, love your videos i tried to take them from the start, trying to catch up. thank you for all your effort in making them.

[@JohnDoe-xm9ql]

Your Aunt and uncle are the real deal.. 🙏👍🇺🇸

[@patrickplamondon6699]

I love these practical diy systems from self sufficient people like your uncle.

[@UBRLND-X]

Loved your Aunt and Uncle's place. Really amazing the life they have carved out for themselves there. very cool.

[@zionpope9491]

This is awesome.

[@venture4wd]

Thank you!

[@ariesred777]

Your aunt and uncle are the real deal.Very capable and disciplined.Work hard and love their life out there in nature.Truly inspirational.Runs in the family.Thank you

[@yohanfu2807]

Man,,👍👍👍Thats a BEAUTIFUL Place,Thank You for the video❤

[@petervollers]

Fantastic, Chris. Thank you for sharing your family's wilderness home. So cool.

[@thomasrsunday8945]

Awesome!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@phillip1115]

Love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@tfcooks]

Dude! Your Aunt and Uncle ROCK!!! What an inspiration. Best content so far..

[@BrianGlassEOD]

Your aunt and uncle are great!

[@trooper2221]

All of your vids are darn good, I especially though enjoyed seeing the wilderness lifestyle of your aunt and uncle. Beautiful

[@bigkemna87]

This was really cool....People in the cities just can't understand how this way of life is even possible. It's like a mental block that happens due to having everything you want or need right around the corner at all times. I especially like the .22 barrel for the stove weight and the stove burner cover on top of the wood stove so that you can cook or leave your coffee pot.

[@HudsonZRoamer]

Best episode yet! Your uncle is a badass he’s living the dream.

[@di557dianebritson]

PLEASE Thank Your Family for sharing this lifestyle with us! Love it 💖💞💖.

[@JKsouthwest]

I do like your style of storytelling video! Looking forward to whats next.

[@OttoMatieque]

I like the sprinkler system for dealing with fires - I thought about that also

[@visualoverland8345]

That's the dream! Thanks for bringing us along into your families home! Beautiful place!

[@wanderingtundra6310]

Your Aunt and Uncle truly have something special.

[@brennanj6405]

It’s become my weekend ritual at this point; brew a pot of coffee, sit back and relax and enjoy another amazing video! As always thanks for the great content!

[@kelbyjprice1]

You should get more views. I love your videos.

[@ehbee4707]

Uncle Ron is the man!