VAN LIFE CANADA- 1000 mile DIRT ROAD to the ARCTIC OCEAN

Our van life adventure brings us to Dawson City where we have to decide should we really risk our beloved van driving all the way to the arctic?
Travel vlog 521 | Filmed July 2022 | Dawson city Canada | Country 33/197
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😀 A BIT ABOUT US:
We’re Marianne & Chris, a happily married couple from the UK. Marianne is a living kidney donor to her best friend, and realising that life was for living and never really knowing what’s round the corner - we decided to fulfil our dream of travelling full time.
So in March 2018 after the kids had left home, we sold our belongings, rented our house and moved into our campervan called Trudy. We set off to see the world and after vanlifing around Ireland and Europe, we grabbed our backpacks and spent 5 months exploring Central America.
Feeling like we needed a challenge, we planned the ultimate van life adventure! In Jan 2020 set off to drive around the World from UK to UK. But after arriving in Turkey, covid caught up with us and closed the borders, so we had a wonderful 18 months exploring this special country. Realising we were not going to be able to head further East, we decided to do a handbrake turn and go the other way and shipped our van to the USA.
We hope you enjoy coming with us, and we’ll continue to share our real adventures and hope you feel inspire to step out of your comfort zone and try something new.

[@TREADtheglobe]

After watching the video - let us know in the comments what you think - would you do it 💪???? Let us know in the comments 🙏 - and make you you subscribe to see what we do -. Thanks for watching Chris & Marianne xxx

[@nickergun4943]

Hello Ambassadors! Was I surprised that this would be a hell of a nice video to watch? No! Surprises, fun, funny you too. Toktoyaktuk..well pronounced MARIANNE. Thank you making my Sunday morning wonderful! By the way, I really loved your idea of the tour to TURKIYE. I do not want to say " I wish I was able to join you". One day that dream of mine will come true. I will meet you " insaallah" you heard this word in TURKIYE which means " with God's will". We love you. Thanks for the great videos. Hi from family and sending their loves💕💕💕💕🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@frontiermusings]

We live in Alaska and we’ve driven to tombstone Territorial Park and up the Dempster in my truck. 2 flat tires at the same time! The road isn’t dangerous. It just eats tires so you need to be prepared. Unlike the Dalton highway in Alaska. Glad you made the wise choice of not driving the Dalton and taking this easier driver instead.

[@kiez33]

If it was me, and I had the chance to go to the ends of the earth, I would. Better off trying than regretting not.

[@kathifoynm]

I’d go! The visitor center staff was remarkably helpful.

[@CLFL14256]

the First Nation people are awesome

[@Alifeofglory]

I did this trip in a 26 foot winnebago 30 years ago and it was horrendous. They don't say be prepared to meet your maker for nothing 😮

[@miriam2909]

I don’t think you could go that far and not give it a go. Looking forward to the next few episodes 😊

[@crivensro]

Yes do it! I am sure evrything will go OK!

[@GlenHarding]

Go to the ocean. I did it at the end of July this year. No problems. Wonderful people and scenery.

[@Peedee773]

Wow...artic circle, very exciting. Enjoy.....

[@Aaron-P]

Love that the agent at the visitor center was so encouraging! Your roadside hack for clamping the roof window down was very clever -- it's only a bodge if it doesn't work! 😆😉 ❤️❤️😎👍xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

We agree! And it is still ok !! woo hoo - Thank goodness for Gorilla !! xx

[@always.wondering.wandering]

I had my winshield cracked and luckily it held up till I got back home to have a new one put in. Also, when looking for a spot to camp one night I ran over a hidden tree stump and bottomed out the car, had to have a tow truck come and lift it off. You just never know what will happen as you're driving to and around Alaska, it's an adventure! Enjoyed seeing you Marianne having a wonderful birthday day and Chesca too. Cheers to another year.

[@janetmcfarlane2693]

Kudu's to all of you - you made my day getting to watch this with my morning coffee!

[@TREADtheglobe]

So excited to share this adventure !!

[@krogers17]

Having lived in NWT many years back very happy to see you are going up the Dempster!

[@bassamtravel]

Drive safe keep safe ❤️🙏

[@johnboy4067]

I HAVE NEVER ENJOYED WATCHING A VAN JOURNEY MORE THAN I DO YOURS , STAY SAFE I HOPE YOU GO ALL THE WAY WITHOUT ANY TROUBLE

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks John Boy !!

[@shooster5884]

Great episode... getting information prepared for the final push to the Arctic circle... And sea! Go get there... Good Luck Trudy 🤗🥰

[@carmenfigueroa8490]

This was something my late husband and I had planned to do go cross country we loved the outdoors but he passed away from cancer so I still have the dream and the desire to do it is on my boquete list so you guys are the best thing with out leaving my home. Thank you guys stay healthy safe and blessed my friends 🙏🏾💕🦋💙♥️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sending love and hugs 🌷💜

[@TeeJay300638]

I reckon you did it. Trusty Trudy won't let you down. Good luck guys.

[@RobertsBulgaria]

Fantastic that you're in the area of the Gold Rush and the author Jack London's really Boy's own stories. I've been inside the Arctic Circle in Norway. Enjoy your journey.

[@xhogun8578]

You've come so far, would be a shame not to go if conditions allow. Stay safe and looking forward to your next video.

[@levinawalsh2015]

Fabulous Marianne ,Chris & Trudy👍👍👍. Safe travels.☘🌺.

[@sharons6891]

That snow reminded me of polystyrene packaging

[@chrisfolkharmonicaplayer6292]

My dad drove us to Hammerfest Norway, as far north you can get. If he did it then, he'd do this too. As I remember, the roads in Norway were better.

[@vk33771]

I like your plan. NO FEAR!

[@Newalks.]

Wow we are so excited to continue this epic journey Stateside. It would be so amazing to go the full length, however safety and lives first. Like Andy said play by ear and go from there. Thank you to all in the convoy be well and stay safe 🙏💯💜

[@deb5710]

In all things, stay safe.

[@kirsimatikainen6527]

I hope you didn't stay there waiting when the winter is coming! Lovely video again😍 take care 😘

[@sandy89107]

I bet that cracked seal in the top vent was how those mosquitoes got in to attack you both at night.

[@TREADtheglobe]

LOL - you might be right !!

[@barbaragurgan7979]

I really appreciate getting to hear the lady at the visitor center explain everything about the road to the Arctic Ocean and then you two explaining why you’re going to Tuktoyuktuk (spelling?) and not Prudhoe Bay. Because I’ve been wanting to drive that trek and was wondering the same things as you, not sure, so now I feel confident about going! On the Canadian side!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yep Dawn was great !!

[@CLFL14256]

definitely go for it, if it gets dodgy weather-wise etc, turn back. I love Dawson City! Joe Black ferry is an adventure on its own, but walking and driving the ice bridge in winter is out of this world!

[@lindawoody8501]

Glad you made the ferry across the Yukon at Dawson City! Whew. Such a lovely drive so far. I am happy you went to the visitor's center and got accurate road information for the rest of the way up to the Arctic Circle and beyond if you choose to extend to the Arctic Ocean. Best wishes for a super nice rest of the trip!

[@janebrooking5232]

Have only recently found your vlog. I am LOVING it. This is such an exciting trip, to an area I know little about. Best wishes from a Brit living in W Australia.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks so much! 😊 And welcome !!

[@scumpert]

On my recent trip to the northern part of WA, many bits on my 4WD were held together with cable ties. I then discovered metal cable ties which were awesome! If you're using plastic ones, see if you can get metal ones!

[@kaymoore]

Take care keep safe ,

[@toddramsay977]

Tuktoyuktuk means Resembling a Caribou. Enjoying your travels in northern Canada.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Todd - that is great

[@marygardner6458]

Hi Chris and Marianne I am watching a programme on Discovery tv at the moment called Railroad Alaska which is all about the railroad replacing a length of rail in the tunnel leading to Whittier. The same tunnel I watched the two of you drive through. Talk about coincidence. Thoroughly enjoying your videos which are so informative with gorgeous scenery. Please keep them coming. Mary

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Mary - it sounds very interesting !! I will see if we can get it online xx

[@ianmckinnon4325]

Good to see you showing the spirit of adventure, go or it !

[@ritasmoot1823]

ABSOLUTELY WOULD !!!! How wonderfully helpful and knowledgeable that lady was! She was a pleasure to listen to as you were able to ask all the questions you needed in order make an informed decision!! And I love watching you interact with each other and your friends!! SO ENJOYABLE! Safe travels!

[@TheLvablebird]

Wow! Decisions to be made. If you have a convoy would be great. ..be safe and do what is best for you! 🙂 Angels all around you and friends.🙏

[@dilekbetts2680]

Good luck. Hope everything will go well.🤗😘

[@ilterverim]

I have bad news for you; you are a little too late to drive all the way to the arctic unless you have a Tucker Sno-Cat. :) I think it wouldn't be problem to arrive there but, returning would be a big issue at that time of the year. I recommend you to try to drive there around mid of July in 2023.

[@frontiermusings]

They drove this in July. If you follow their channel you’ll see that they post with about a 6 week delay.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi - thank you so much - we are pleased to say that we did the Alaska / NWT trip over July and early August - we drove so hard to get there and we have been staying in BC (with family) editing and putting out the videos until we catch up (only 3 left !!) Before we start the road trip again but we are so happy everyone is enjoying the adventure and sharing the journey with us 🌷🙌 Marianne

[@TheKombiChronicles]

Do it. The bigger risks often come with the biggest rewards 😊

[@mickandtrudie]

Polar bears 🤠❤️

[@CLFL14256]

no, not there

[@TREADtheglobe]

LOL !! miss you guys 😂🌺🙌 Yep we might if we go out far enough ... but swimming is freezing xx

[@idabustamante7081]

wow decisions 🤔 my friends you know the risks and you know your budget . . whatever you decide take care and stay safe 🙏 happy trails 👣 enjoy your day ❤️ 🙋‍♀️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks 👍

[@alanhowatson3462]

Great vlog guys and loved the landover setup that was parked next to you 👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes it was great to meet so many adventurers 🙌

[@NomadMonster]

Nice to meet you two in Chemainus. We have lots of tools if you need any repairs. What would you like to eat? Our first "dinner party" in nomad monster. Clayton and Teresa!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Both !! What a lovely time chatting to you both xx Yep - drop us an email ... and we will be around !! Email is on the card or on our website xx

[@suestone7791]

Go for it C&M 👍👍👍 , great vlog x

[@lorimajewski4592]

I just Love your channel , you All look like you're having so much fun. Good job Lori

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks so much

[@robertfisher7723]

Glad your going for it. I travelled the Dawson Highway in 2002. I have many happy memories of that time.

[@CLFL14256]

Dawson? It's the Dempster Hwy to the arctic circle or the Klondike Hwy from Dawson to Whitehorse

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds epic !! Maybe one day xx

[@kimberlydeprey]

Please use dicor sealant as it tolerates hot and cold so much better than silicone ever can!

[@dominicsquibb8670]

Looking forward to the adventure, and yes would most certainly give it a go!

[@stumchugh]

you guys are truly epic thank you :)

[@virginiawestcot3111]

How totally exciting!!! I am so enjoying your adventures the vista's in Alaska and Canada are just breaking. Love your channel love you two!! Stay safe stay Blessed ❤️

[@abhalimmohamed4313]

Greetings frim Malaysia. Move on Chris and Marriane. You're so close to complete your North America adventure. I really hope that your trip and adventure are being tracked by BBC for their future broadcast. Honestly, there's a lot of learnings and insights that we attain from your adventure . All the best to both of you. Stay safe and healthy. Remain strong, happy and maintain your resilience and composure. Looking forward to watching your next video.

[@JB-kd5uv]

So so so love!!!!

[@rustyhurdis847]

I would go on.

[@ritastiles24178815]

Do it all the way to the Arctic Ocean.

[@sammayet9002]

Awesome, spectacular and amazing 😻 best of luck

[@cathylintern4239]

Do what you feel safe with

[@davidwong9230]

It’s a long road…and it’s not the one to Tipperary

[@rph31015]

Definitely go for it! If you don't already, take a look at Living the vanlife KZbin channel. Chad drove the same route as you intend to during the winter. It looked spectacular. Thoroughly enjoying watching your journey 😊

[@christinamann3640]

I think I saw that one too. I think there’s a sign that says ‘Arctic Ocean’ where all the travellers put their stickers. Looks like it might get a ‘Tread the Globe’ sticker too.😁

[@ziggy_bandicoot]

You'll be fine.

[@mesutozsen903]

thanks so much marrianne and chris eline emeğine sağlık bu güzel vlog için kolay gelsin hayırlı işler....👍👍👍👍

[@lindataylor6093]

Wowzers, amazing. X

[@ziggy_bandicoot]

Go for it! 👍

[@WORCESTERTHATCH]

Snow graffiti ❄ nice one Marianne 👍

[@beachut]

Great trip Guys, love Gorilla products...enjoy the Arctic Circle🙃😁

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks John !! We will xx

[@TropicalZooms]

Looks like a great adventure. Always good to travel in numbers like you both. Some incredible scenery and experiences. I’m only new to motorhoming at the moment and still unsure about where I should and shouldn’t go. I found your video really inspiring. Safe travels & keep pumping out these types of vids. 😃👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks and welcome !! You will love the community - it is full of inspirational stories and wonderful people xx Enjoy your travels 🌺

[@mezanian]

ARTIC _______SEA, SEA, SEA. CHRIS, YOU DO MY HEAD IN.

[@hamishtheterrible]

Did you sit on your glasses Marieanne 👓!! loving your adventures

[@inekeroos9264]

❤️

[@rebekahsalt26]

💝💝💝

[@serdarcayan7691]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@peterrisbergs7156]

Gorilla Glue! Fantastic product. i just used it to glue my shoes together. I'm sure that you're familiar with the USA genius who used it as hair gel and had to spend $20,000 to get it removed.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Oh wow !!

[@nimaside]

Great stuff! I bet you guys are already in Mexico lol.

[@TREADtheglobe]

LOL - not yet !! we are in BC 👍

[@margaretr5701]

@@TREADtheglobe Beautiful BC, Lived there, but now back east. From UK originally... Love your travel video's, but only seen a few, will be viewing more!

[@adrianadrian255]

If you did make it up there, you will probably learn the correct way to say Tuktoyaktuk ! The woman at the visitor centre gave the English pronunciation - or the anglicized version. I occurred to me watching you trying to decide whether your van was up to the journey , that your engine is probably tiny? I think Fiats normal van engine is a 2 litre 4-cylinder? The smallest engine on a North American van - a Ford or Dodge of the same size - is going to be a 3.5 litre V6 - and the would be considered a fairly modern eco engine. Until relatively recently Ford/Dodge smallest engines began with 5 litre V8s. I know the UK has always mocked North America for its huge engines, but the main reason for them was the ability to do long drives, with a smooth ride and very little stress on the engine. I think North American distances must put quite a strain on a smaller engine, making them more prone to problems?

[@anothercheryladventure9387]

Won’t let me reply to your comment. Yes I would travel there

[@jesuscalvopuentes321]

-Hola amigos, termino de ver vuestro ultimo video y mira que casualidad, que los viajeros italianos de Stepover, Simone y Lucia con su camion Valentino acaban de llegar, bueno, su ultimo video, a Toktoyaktuk. A lo mejor os apetecía contactar con ellos para algo de info. Un saludo de un español incondicional de Tread the globe. --Hello friends, I finished watching your last video and look what a coincidence, that the Italian travelers from Stepover, Simone and Lucia with their Valentino truck have just arrived, well, their last video, in Toktoyaktuk. Maybe you wanted to contact them for some info. Greetings from an unconditional Spaniard from Tread the globe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Jesus 🙌

[@adnaneroglu2500]

👍🙂🙋👏

[@kevinw.2158]

👍😇🤗🍀

[@ayhankocabiyik]

👍🇹🇷👋🏻

[@feleciawallace8420]

The poor van Trudee is falling apart, it's travelled many, many miles... might be time to trade-it-in for a new van ???

[@TREADtheglobe]

OH NO !! We will not trade Trudy in ... the challenge is to get her around the world !! LOL

[@cigdemmertkol8989]

👍👍👍👍👍🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷👍👍👍👍👍

[@marryson123]

Wow Canada has bad roads.......

[@sereftufan6141]

Selamlar guzel gezginlere sizleri seviyoz mutlu dogum gunler guzel bayan gezmeye devam saygllar selemlar ingiltereden xx🎂

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Seref 💜🌷🙌

[@susannetoon2709]

This is a really difficult decision because Trudy is not a 4x4 big absolutely huge achievement if you did thos in Trudy.So you could ask for sponsorship of the company who engineered Trudy as what an advertisement for the strength and insurance of their motor vehicles and you could provide them with an array of photographs for their global magazines so very lucrative deal which you need because make no doubt that amount of mileage in that terrain In a vehicle that is not designed for it is a tremendous fete and their will be considerable wear and tear on Trudy you will need to find money for repairs and replacement. So you might also.suggest that they provide you with one of their New Motor Homes to further advertise for the company as you continue on your round the world trip.Little Trudy has carried to thousand of miles and will eventualy be a museum piece showing what can be achieved by a loyal and trustworthy little motor vehicle that many others fail to do.What a great advertisement though for the manufacturers .If you achieve this so many people will want same knowing they are investing in something they can Trust and rely on.Also as you may have heard .A New 3rd Prime Minister is internally elected today in Covid and economic cost of living and energy crisis.So this is the right time to continue your travels and to try to place yourself somewhere warm this winter.Many people look forward to seeing you and sharing your dream.So this should be in Newspapers and I think on TV a people need things to aspire to lifting them out of all the potty politics being served to everybody at the moment and with hope and Luck by March -April next year things might stabilise enough for everyone to heal themselves and our country.As matters stand the World needs people like you taking up the Gauntlet and attempting great things .The Turtle Sanctuary was a most amazing natural Conservation exersize in what can be done with the will and the way and the heart and the Love and good organising and planning.So well Done both and can't wait