V4E7: Nooks and Crannies of Blue

After a pleasant stay in Skagway, Alaska, I take the ferry south to Juneau, where I rendezvous with my teenage son, Cole. Together, we explore the region by foot, by kayak, and by Jeep, and take to the air in a helicopter for an incredible surface tour of Mendenhall Glacier.

[@shurppa64]

That was a cool dad move, doing the helli tour with your son. Money means little compared to once in a life time experiences.

[@aguyhisdog9485]

You're an amazing father and human being, Chris. Those memories and experiences will last Cole a lifetime.

[@aj-qr6xc]

Well done!!! From all the dorky dads everywhere, we salute you! :-)

[@tfcooks]

Cole, you have a pretty cool dad. Chris, you have a pretty cool son. Great seeing you two adventuring together. Thanks for sharing.

[@Tajarski]

yeah , they are cool :D

[@justinbutera4580]

Incredible production value but it still maintains how real and breathtaking everything is experienced by real people. Thanks for sharing.

[@jackbauer9347]

Cole seems like he is coming into his own. Great father and son video. I really enjoyed it.

[@Engine1fire]

You're a great father. Cole is lucky to have you and I'm certain he feels the same.

[@HarryPalmer-P.I.]

Chris you're an awesome dad. I showed this one to my daughter. She said, "Lets do this". My daughter is about Cole's age.

[@ChrisScales17]

I was talking to my girlfriend about how cool it must be for your son to have these videos. My father passed away 11 years ago when I was in my late teens. I would give anything just to look back at videos of him enjoying his life, in a way I think it makes you immortal. Anyways I can't stop watching your videos and I've actually got my gf hooked also. Thank you for sharing your life with us

[@takayama1638]

Hey Cole. This is now January 2019, but we love what your Dad does! He’s an expert video maker on KZbin!

[@TheNotSoOrdinaryCarGuy]

This has to be one of the coolest adventures yet! Venturing into a glacier! I remember going to Alaska (Anchorage) for work back in 2008 and on the weekends I drove aimlessly just at the chance to see a glacier. I had no luck! This was awesome to see!

[@gentelsatori1342]

I really appreciate you not putting a soundtrack over your videos. It's relaxing to have natural sounds.

[@donewhiskey]

This is so true. The lack of a laugh track is what makes Chris' videos so engaging. Instead of being conditioned how to feel about a portion, we are allowed to just enjoy it.

[@joelfisher69]

Chris, Many years ago I was doing as you are. To watch your episodes are a glimpse into the most beautiful aspects of my life. I never thought one could relive such things , but you have given me many smiles and wonderful memories. Keep it up, you living your best years!

[@rogue109]

@24:30 This is why I'm a patrion supporter of your channel. I wish my father showed me the things you share with your son. Just don't try to hard to be his best friend...that's not your role. Be his father. He needs that and will appreciate that more than ever later in his life. My best memories of my father was when he was trying to teach me something about being a man.

[@thomasrsunday8945]

Always great to see Cole

[@jq8741]

That glacier tour is incredible. What a cool experience.

[@cmprvn]

Kids are always worth the money spent to experience adventure. Great video!

[@imcallingshotgun_vanlife]

Wow, if that's a grumpy teenager, I'll take him over mine any day. Lol. Epic venture.

[@hughwolfe1176]

Chris and Cole I write this in late 2020, not the best year in history, however watching the two of you adventure in Alaska makes me feel better times are still ahead of us... Love your work Chris, it just keeps getting better.

[@michaelshin69]

That glacier was awesome. Thanks for sharing. Its just me but zero reason to feel even remotely wasteful for sharing a great time with your son on a helicopter. Good job!

[@CHExplore1]

That kid is such a sport lmao! You guys are great

[@30smsuperstrat]

I'm going back to your earlier videos and as a father of an 8 and 6 year old, me born in the early 70's I found this video charming. I'm pretty sure you Chris, and I are similar in age. When I heard you ask if Cole wanted to "peace out" I chuckled to myself and thought. How bad will it be when my kids are teenagers and I'm sharing what I think their generations expressions are absorbed by my generations perspective. Really awesome episode.

[@Off-the-Beaten-Path]

Best ever photography...Thx for taking the time to do the little things in life and being a good dad too....

[@Jackalopestravels]

Your son usually works really hard to not show his emotions. He just couldn’t hide them on this video. Looks like an amazing time.

[@OverlandGeneration]

Cole is awesome! Chris is awesome! toss in Alaska and you have bliss! We Love You Chris!

[@digzdirt]

Smurfs English muffin... lmao! Great vid and to experience that with your son while he's still young... Excellent impression for the rest of his life.

[@CHExplore1]

Those glacier shots are gorgeous

[@justinbutera4580]

Also as I continued watching I loved the simplicity of the moment of sharing cheez-its with a breathtaking background.

[@robertongradi577]

Rain or no rain, that's some good father/son time there! Love it! He's a lucky guy, as are you!

[@sfgirly64]

I so appreciate the detail in the videography and the great story telling, your a natural, and so inspiring to get out and see this beutiful country! including our great parking lots. lol.

[@vaiav]

Just wanted to say thank you for letting us follow you along on this awesome journey. Well wishes from Sweden.

[@ettaplace6716]

Wow what an adventure !!😱 thanks so much !! So glad u got to share it with ur son ..

[@brianperticari]

These videos keep getting better and better. Love it. Keep on keeping on Chris.

[@xspaddriver]

Incredible photography and what landscapes. Thanks for letting us ride along with you on these adventures.

[@PickTeej]

Very cool dad. Keep up the great work Chris

[@nosnerd1967]

WOW . What an adventure 👌

[@robertmarsh3861]

He speaks! Lol. Yet another great video. I bet your kid had a blast.

[@valknutoverland3370]

Love watching your videos. Keep up the great content

[@nhanpham4376]

You are such an amazing father!

[@texlee1640]

I enjoy your videos when I need something relaxing and soothing to watch. Your production style has a very PBS docuseries feel to it and I love that the episodes aren't product and sponsor driven. Keep up the great work and safe travels.

[@charlesdetailn8514]

What a great video!!! Stay awesome 😎

[@johndiaz7240]

Very hard to impress a teenager ,congratulations.

[@nowayjose6195]

Your vlogs are a delicious visual feast and boost my happiness Chris! Thank You! I look forward to every one. You are such a thoughtful, funny and caring Dad. Your son will remember every moment. I still want to see you market yourself better. This is for you, but it is selfish too since I want you to be financially able to continue. Get with a company to make unique hats, t-shirts, and hoodies. Sell stickers. Do anything to keep this channel solvent! Be safe.

[@shawngreenwood7825]

Thank you for sharing this special limited time with your son Cole. Hopefully he understands your job is this vloging, thanks again for sharing your Alaska time together. Love to follow along your adventures.

[@mcgrath274]

Great thing to do with your kid and he seems like a nice kid

[@somethingclever182]

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!

[@montebeerbower7796]

Thanks all. Cole glad u are spending time with you dad and enjoying the beautiful outdoors. I've never been to Alaska and I'm 55 and to me that is a lifetime experience. Again thanks for being us along

[@3beepslater512]

Good call on the helicopter tour.

[@ralphkeith501]

We need to take up a collection and Chris a new sporkula. Awesome content as always.

[@nak4651]

Putting that yellow water nozzle on the ground....yeech....the ground may look clean but may contain who knows what type of contaminants...FYI. Having said that, thanks so much for posting this video. The sights, sounds, and flavors you must have experienced are incomparable. Vivre pleinement sa vie!

[@timberdogz]

Always nice to see you spending time with your son.... and to share Alaska with him , will definitely be memorable.

[@rodspov1915]

Chris. Inspirational, you are a great father. Thanks for sharing your moments. Big fan of your channel!

[@terrybuckley12]

Awesome to see you and your son, thank you for sharing these moments of your life.

[@timweimar8768]

Great video!! So happy you and Cole are spending some great time together!! Memories that will last forever, thanks for taking us along.

[@jcxj-yy6dx]

😂 that duo ending though 👌🏼 👌🏼

[@strokerace4256]

What an amazing adventure you took me on. I have never wanted a jeep until I started watching your videos. My wife would be pissed if I even brought it up.

[@jimt2316]

1st time watching your vids... Love it!... Haha... Coleman stoves... two modes Scorch or Off. GO GO .. Banana for scale!

[@POTHOLESURFERS]

Keep it up man I’m working on a few cars I’m planning on using to overland with my kids in the summer in a couple of years when they are a bit older they are 2 and 3 now seeing your videos I always makes e more eager for that time to come

[@davebailey2296]

You're an awesome dad..

[@jamiemink3379]

Fantastic work, again. I have those same trail hikers... love my Oboz. Mine have taken me across Africa, many trips to Haiti, and countless northern Michigan stomps and they STILL look and feel like new. Keep up the great documentaries, they're awesome.

[@michaelmrtonkaryan3192]

Amazing Video as Always

[@michaelmrtonkaryan3192]

I have been bindge watching you for over a week!!

[@Snickerdoodle407]

Thanks Chris for the great video ,love the shots of the glacier run off!

[@golferbird1975]

Awesome video. Love it when Cole joins. Enjoy!

[@BBbB-wl3gz]

"I wish I had a Banana for scale."

[@gareman9417]

....that's what she said :)

[@Matt02341]

like a Smurf's English Muffin

[@broadsword6650]

The well known Standard International Banana! :-)

[@brianruff1133]

Great idea to use the helo trip, I could tell Cole was blown away. Plus, when he's ready for Everest he'll know what to do.

[@yandhew]

very lucky to be able to enjoy nature in this way. the best and awaited next content 🙏

[@jeffhuschitt5654]

So great to see you having such a blast with Cole

[@happy_hartshornes]

That helicopter glacier tour was epic!

[@ariesred777]

All I know is he loves his Dad.Big smile at first meeting

[@swexplorer]

Excellent content!! Glad you and Cole got to hang out. Can't wait until next week.

[@davewalkerden]

I have an Orange Crush JK unlimited too (without the roof tent) and my son and I go overlanding in Australia every chance we get. We love watching your channel for inspiration and count the days until your next upload. This coming weekend we're fitting the side awning and we plan one day to get a rooftop tent. One thing though, you should further develop your bush cooking skills on the campfire. You're missing out on an amazing part of the overlanding experience. Check out what Aussies Jase & Simon are doing on "all 4 adventure cooking" for some inspiration

[@apsfst69]

Great Video, look forward to them every week!

[@ГригорийХовер]

I'm becoming a fan of your channel... The order in which you make things is astounding.

[@PetesJeepAdventures]

Thanks for showing us around ! Beautiful views and scenery.

[@solitude335]

We need more Cole adventures :)

[@ajlafferty9694]

Chris, if there’s an address we can mail you a care package, my wife and I want to send you a new spatula. 👍😊

[@nowayjose6195]

AJ Lafferty, I thought the very same thing!

[@Tajarski]

welcome in club hahaha

[@darrylb4048]

FULLY agree. They aren't that expensive.

[@swkohnle08]

Another great video. Inspired by your travels.

[@billynunns]

Simply amazing. Alaska.... Wow

[@ipdjbt]

I was just binge watching your 2nd season when this episode popped up. It felt like Christmas seeing a new episode to enjoy, lol.

[@nicolasberchoux3782]

One word : Amazing !!!

[@flymindful2194]

So cool, love watching your vids. Greets from germany

[@davegardiner3097]

Having used that same shower and laundry mat and enjoyed the coffee. Great vid

[@marcsutter2842]

Super sympa merci

[@stevetheleave2374]

Man your videos are awesome, I am from South Africa and, Alaska is just a whole different kind of beautiful.

[@johndiaz7240]

Thanks we like your life.

[@jneil78]

Get that young man some hiking boots!

[@BBbB-wl3gz]

Thumbs up to the new GoPro install!

[@jayfoster5756]

He snags the family size Cheez-it - "Yoink"!

[@co4x4]

Great stuff. Perhaps someday I'll get to experience this as well. Love your vids.

[@shroomintrucker4766]

Another awesome video

[@JohnMason-Hill]

Outstanding B-roll, Chris!

[@229Reaper]

Nice video,awesome job,i mean about you trying to keep your relationship with your son,you do great.

[@COGirl444]

Great use of funds for sure!

[@dmwi1549]

Need to frame that pic of you and Cole sharing a box of Cheez-Its by the fire ;). Great stuff, thanks for sharing.

[@ShishaniTaimour]

cool video man, i really enjoy it and i hope to visit Alaska soooooooooooon

[@Rocki5pr]

What supermarket was that footage shot at --- those have to be the lowest prices I've seen for any food in Alaska in years ... Another great video!!!! Thanks for taking us along!!

[@kanaloa38]

Epic adventure!

[@kirk189]

Great video👍🏼👍🏼

[@Tajarski]

Realy like your video material. Realy nice shots of nature and enviroment, little cities, some light mitoves. You look so chilled and relaxed. Keep going with your channel, its amazing! :D Greetingz!

[@MrSupertim996]

Cole smirking when you said “ nugget falls” classic 😂💦💦