Vanlife and Adventures on Haida Gwaii

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0:00 Settling in
5:32 Pesuta Shipwreck
12:03 Haida Canoe
16:31 Golden Spruce
18:44 Wild Food
I’m Amanda and Frank is my co-pilot. We have lived in a van for 10+ years. I am a photographer and forager. We enjoy hiking, camping, paddle boarding, climbing and being outside as much as we can. We have countless stories and lessons to share and are always trying to learn new skills and improve in many aspects of life. Thank you for coming along.
#solofemalevanlife #vanlife #travel

[@chrisharmon5453]

I’m a silviculture tech for the United States Forest Service. And my Forest burnt down 11 years ago so we are tasked with rebuilding the Forest. The biggest challenge is fighting against the old guard thought process which is creating tree plantations. Myself and my coworkers want to build a proper Forest back, which is hard because a lot of the science is not aimed at building an ecosystem and a community but at creating bigger conifers. We’re doing it tho.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Plantations are such a weird thing. Thank you for trying to build ecosystems

[@caseyjude5472]

That sounds fascinating. I especially like how you’re succeeding against dusty outdated ideas. Perhaps a children’s book, or an adult book lol, would be an interesting side project.

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

I love camping. The camping experience requires trees....lots of trees. Maybe a lake, river or creek. If the US Forestry Service really wanted to build an ecosystem outside of tree plantations, the US Forestry Service would enforce laws, and partner with Dept of Natural Resources to stop illegal stuff like the dumping of invasive ( not natural)invasive animals into the already established ecosystems.....

[@Life-combing]

Thank you for what you are doing. This last week I visited Yellow River State Forest for my first time. How amazing. The photos I took were of individual trees, open glades with delicate trees, wildflowers, mossy rocks, valleys, bluffs and rivers.Driftless stole my heart. Interestingly there was a sawmill.

[@chrisharmon5453]

@@outandaboutwithsamiam5034 if we had any funding that would be higher in our list. Right now all funding gets shunted into fire. My department used to have 25 people. Now it has three.

[@roadtriplover.]

Responsible logging and prosperity are not mutually exclusive. The imagery you’ve captured in this video is just stunningly beautiful. From the campfire, to the shipwreck, the forest canopy and the beach sunset. This place is just gorgeous and, I hope, will be protected for generations to come.

[@craigcottingham35]

Outstanding videos Amanda. They never fail to take my breath away with the beauty. Tourism Canada should be contributing to your content. 🙏♥️

[@kathydowns7559]

I spend quite some time on KZbin as I do not have TV service and this is my come to channel when I need some soul food!! You have the gift of a real story teller and share so much beauty for the eyes. I envy your life. Thank you so much for all you share👏🏻❤️

[@jeanineacree6355]

Your photography is amazing..

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you ☺️

[@cathiecollins7320]

Awe, Frank looks like he's struggling. Best to you and Flossy!

[@GaiaCarney]

Asleep on the moss Awash in golden sunlight Always remembered 🐕

[@TheRealJerseyJoe]

Brilliant episode Amanda, such an awesome place to visit. Thanks for taking me along on this adventure, enjoyed it thoroughly! Have a wonderful week ahead, very best wishes.

[@1954shadow]

I work on the For Better or For Worse cartoon strips, getting them ready for republication. Amanda, you you and Elly Patterson of the strip, look a lot like each other.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Interesting, I will have to check it out. It’s rare I’m told I look like anyone else

[@margueritemitchell1829]

I loved that cartoon ❤🎉😊

[@1954shadow]

@@margueritemitchell1829 I just worked up a batch and it is where Farley saves April from drowning and he passes away from the ordeal, I teared up big time, on that one.

[@river8760]

I love For Better or For Worse!

[@truckguy6666]

That shipwreck is AWESOME. I want to see so much more. You did a great job with the photography and narration.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you 😊

[@srrfounder1]

Frank has got the BEST life with you, Amanda 💚 Continued safe travels!

[@theonlyjoanmarie]

This is the best one yet! WOW!

[@theonlyjoanmarie]

Amazing story telling, and fabulous video! KEEP DOING IT! :)

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I hope you are having a wonderful week ✨

[@tammyjantzen9004]

Ooohh. Those moon pics are beautiful & mesmerizing.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you ☺️

[@Rickyleehb]

They really are!

[@candyjacobus5746]

I totally agree with you on deforestation. Cut, but DON'T clear cut. I've driven thru a clear cut forest. It's heartbreaking to see what we do to this beautiful planet. The earth is getting back at us though, thru the work of nature, AND IT WILL WIN!

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Clear cuts define the BC landscape and I actually work quite hard to minimize them in videos. It’s pretty heartbreaking

[@Syl-Vee]

I love that shipwreck/monumental sculpture!

[@marianfrances4959]

"...better way forward..." YES! Humans have needs, but we also have greeds. Awesome video, Amanda, Frank and Flossy. 👍😎🇨🇦🌊🐾🔥🌿🌲💫

[@ruebennomura9143]

Great view and a nice day happy mother day yesterday

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you, I enjoyed lots of Frankie snuggles while editing this video.

[@apryason]

BTW this is the best of all the "van life" channels. You only use your own music, when it is there, and your photography is the best. Thank you for sharing and inspiring.

[@elizabethstrader6789]

Thanks!

[@tidelinetoalpine]

🫶🏻

[@terrilikens4975]

Beautiful. Great place to heal. I hope you are 100 percent soon.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you! I’m all better now ☺️

[@WanderingNature]

The G O V T know the great power these centurion trees hold for humanity and thus they want to destroy them 😢

[@SweetiePieTweety]

Wow Amanda, you look more relaxed and peaceful than I think I’ve ever seen you. That environment and pace agrees with you. Hi Frank!!! ❤❤❤. Hi Flossy!!! 💛💛💛

[@kimprocarione5473]

What a stunning place! Just gorgeous!! You put yourself down for being a hoarder of surplus supplies, but that part of your nature has come in very handy many times. Not just for yourself but for others. Your van seems to handle the weight and your van doesn't look overfilled to me. I love all forests! Especially old growth of any species! I mourn the enormous trees from when I was a small child, the enormous Valley Oaks of the northern Sacramento Valley and the giant coastal Redwoods ♥️ But, I know that I am blessed to have seen some and to still be among the coastal Redwoods that remain. 💫♥️💫

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Truck is a 1-ton and that was intentional knowing my prepared ways 😁

[@douglashoward5738]

A beautiful place to reflex and recharge

[@BrentsVanLife]

Def jealous of this trip Haven’t been there since the early 80’s Enjoy my friend

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thanks Brent! Hope you’re doing well ☺️

[@BeeGratefu1]

Beautiful photography.

[@blueamenaa749]

It looks so peaceful and beautiful.❤❤❤❤ take care.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you, it really is 🫶🏻

[@jK-yj2tl]

I could spend a lifetime drawing that ship wreck. Thank you for sharing your adventures .

[@user-ep4vf5ho7x]

Loved this video! Loved seeing Frank walking around and enjoying the sunshine! Self care is so important!! I am learning this now, having gone through a sudden break up, I am trying to take better care of myself and making time to relax and rejuvenate!

[@gailweeks4334]

I was there 25 years ago.....cool to see it again. You are kindling an urge to revisit Haida Gwaii once again. It is truly a special place on Mother Earth. Hugs to Frank!

[@twoforonecreativelife]

Wow!! Love the history on the ship and the beauty of area is incredible. 💖🤎🧡

[@Rosiehearts321]

Wow what a gift this video is! Your poetic descriptions at the beginning made my heart so happy. Your connection and presence to the land and water is truly inspiring. I greatly appreciate this style of video. May you continue to regroup & recharge along your travels ❤

[@DetoxProxy]

Haida Gwaii is such a special place I can't wait to go back to. The pace really slows down and most people are on the same level.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

It’s a good vibe here that for sure. You forgets the rest of the world exists and I enjoy that.

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

Container suggestion: Get several Mason jars with lids. Things stay fresher and more moisture-free in glass jars. I like to do most everything (cereal, rice, etc.) including fresh berries in glass jars with good lids (I buy plastic lids on Amazon that fit the jars) and fresh things last much longer.

[@mytamatime]

That dinner view!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😳💕

[@h.a.barker412]

Beautiful! The ocean calms me too.😌😍

[@stuartriley]

Great video and many as great photographs! The drone footage is also an addition to the story and your description of the travels. You should write a children’s book on exploring the peace of nature with your quiet by inviting stories. Maybe you might get more people to see the planet as their home rather than a “harsh” environment. Peace to you and Frank and Flossy.🎉

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you Stuart 🙏🏼💜

[@doopstoop4656]

You’re looking amazingly vibrant and healthy.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you, a little tan goes a long way 😆

[@TinyHomeCookingwithSherlei]

You should wrote a book your such a great story teller!!!! Narrator.

[@sarahoconnell7801]

I tried to check out the comments to see if anyone else had mentioned the book "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer. She is a native American who writes about the connection between science/humans and the land. I feel you will get her perspective. It's a beautiful book.

[@SparklingMyLife]

Thank you for the gorgeous places you've shown us and the history lessons. Very interesting!

[@Rickyleehb]

Awesome to see your journey!

[@lindadavidson1910]

Great video Amanda ! It looks so awesome there ! your descriptions are very nice and enjoyable to listen to you, and to Flossy as well. Take care out there !

[@stormdavies250]

Stunning moon/swirling cloud capture !

[@Dinsdale2020]

Another great video. I regretted never having gone there when I lived in the coast. Great photography and massive job of editing. 👍👍🙏

[@geogypsytraveler]

I so love seeing the beautiful places you visit, however also encourage the down time to BE. Jealously watching you eat fiddleheads while still hanging in the Arizona desert waiting for Yucca flowers and cactus fruit. Thanks for sharing.

[@NK-iv1ik]

Wonderful episode! So relaxing and inspiring! Thank you Amanda! ❤❤❤ to our favorite Frank

[@LaNette1]

Hey Amanda, that was a fun video. Definitely a beautiful place so happy you’re getting to hang out with flossy and Frank is such a happy boy. You guys always make my day. Thanks for sharing. I look forward to your next adventure. You guys be safe out there.🇺🇸♥️🫶🙏👍🐾🏔️🚐🇨🇦

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thanks LaNette, I appreciate you always take time to comment 🫶🏻✨

[@VEWNZ]

Beautiful glimpses of the island reminds me of here in New Zealand.

[@Ashlee1985]

Please do more videos of foraging and using the things you gathered in recipes please! Love to you and Frank from Texas!

[@kennethbailey9853]

Oh so Nice ! So wonderful to take plenty of time to heal and just relax. You have always deserved it. 😊❤

[@tidelinetoalpine]

We all deserve it 🤗

[@user-dr2js7bv2i]

It's so pretty there. The size of some of those trees is incredible! Very nice images, Amanda, thank you!

[@pollenhead]

My mother was born on December 11, 1928. Interesting video.

[@tammyjantzen9004]

Great views! Your video is so close to being there! Thank you!

[@TamiBlackburn-om9ky]

Loved it all like the info on the crashed ship and the pics of the moon.....beautiful

[@paigefrizzi7335]

This was a great video, Thank you for sharing cultural and historical stories. I'm glad you and Flossy are having a nice time together.

[@HannahsPOV]

what you did with the video around 19:45 was super cool to watch 😃

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you! I sat very still 😆

[@bernadettebockis4120]

Amanda, was Mossy supposed to meet you there? How did you get back in the dark? It was so dark?

[@tidelinetoalpine]

@@bernadettebockis4120 we had a miscommunication. They did come out but then I stay much longer to film the moonrise and had come prepared with a headlamp.

[@brandileeoutdoors8410]

💜🐶💚

[@carrolhenderson1555]

"OUR FOREST" Yes!

[@DoreenGregory-sj3df]

Thanks for speaking out!! Yes,it’s time to protect our forests! We all need to work at helping Mother Earth protect our beauty for future generations

[@rhoneyfi]

Great video! Thanks for bringing us along!

[@kellyriddle9915]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, you’ve been an inspiration ❤

[@heatherinsf]

I keep my Maldon salt in a smaller mason jar. I love the little market umbrella shapes they have!

[@staceymigash8467]

Can you take us shopping with you from time to time. Thanks take care and God bless.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a haul eh? Can definitely share again in the future.

[@caseyjude5472]

I love your drone footage.

[@christinawilliams6078]

Frank looks so content, take care out there x

[@heathenhedgewife7208]

Those trees are amazing! Thank you so much for sharing them with us. It's very sad that these forests are being irreplaceably damaged for money. Watching the beautiful trails made me think it would be nice to have a trail to watch while I walk my daily 3000 steps, which sometimes must be done inside. Perhaps on your ambient channel with the added sound of soothing water or maybe even a Steel Tongue Drum accompaniment . Have a great trip!

[@thepursuitofhappiness1062]

you are an excellent story teller, I can't tell if what your saying is your life journeys or a story out of a book.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you ☺️ it’s my story but I would love for it to be in books someday ✍️

[@user-hb2wq2zq6w]

Check out your video at 11 minutes in during your LMNT talk, with your hair in a ponytail you look 15 years younger and awesome girl! Your rocking thoes bangs! 😊 loved the beautiful landscapes wonderful video

[@RescueDogTreats]

LMNT sparkling is amazing! Especially. The Black Cherry Lime!!!

[@jomicheleseidl2033]

My grandaughter really likes the sparkling LMNT. I thing the Black Cherry Lime is her favorite. We feel so special in receiving this gift from them!

[@itscarolinemary]

loved this video!! It looks so beautiful there. The shots of the trees truly show how big they are! 😍 I want to go to BC sooo bad!

[@silliesallie302]

I wish I could many thumbs up. Wonderful.

[@GypsyJvan]

thanks..

[@IndecisivePsycho]

Oh man, in 2019 I was there on the islands. I went to so many of the spots you highlighted in this video. I hope you made it to a hike I believe is called "the edge of the world", as well as agate beach and the spring! Drinking from the spring is supposed to lead you back someday. Oh man I'm dreaming of the day I'll be back. I was up there during chanterelle season in the fall. Wild weather. It makes me so happy that you are there enjoying it!

[@tammycruz8189]

WOW your pictures are absolutely Beautiful 😍 🤩. I Love Your Photography U R Brilliant At It . God Bless Ya'll. Mucho Love Always ❤️ ❤

[@AlexejSvirid]

The problem is Devil runs the world. He is lier and murderer. This is the reason why deception and violence are everywhere. That's why we've got the Gospel about the God's kingdom. Jehovah would put everything in order. The dead will be resurected and we'll meet our beloved ones again! :-)

[@otis3357]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing made my day. Food looks so good. To live for.

[@markhuber8345]

I was wondering if you had been able to enjoy any of the northern lights recently…🤔🐕❤️‍🩹

[@tidelinetoalpine]

I sure have!! I filmed and photographed the big show that just happened and I also saw them a couple weeks ago.

[@markhuber8345]

@@tidelinetoalpine I hope that’s something You might share. I didn’t get to see them in Illinois . I’ve only seen them on a tv screen. :(

[@CeCe-fo2ov]

Awesome trees!

[@sharonoldham4374]

Enjoyed the forest. I'm like you I feel there's a better way to treat and harvest from the forest. How's Feank doing? Enjoy your time on the island.

[@tidelinetoalpine]

He’s doing pretty well. His foot is slow to heal but he’s happy.

[@FairyGirl984]

Your videos are amazing with all the views you get to capture. I cant wait till I get to Canada at the end of this month. Ill be going to Bruce Peninsula and have never been and looking forward to it.

[@DonnaBMacK]

Wonderful!

[@scottmcfarland2149]

This might be your best video. 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻

[@Just2HepCats]

...wow!

[@normaevett]

I like your foraging tips!

[@candyjacobus5746]

You are an amazing artist. You write beautifully and you have an awesome eye for photography. I love listening to you! I cracked up at "the meeting of the eating of the fiddlehead." Hope I got that right. 😂😂😂

[@tidelinetoalpine]

Thank you Candy, I appreciate it 🫶🏻

[@rachadventuresinliv]

I appreciate you sharing the history throughout your video. I will pick up the book. I have enjoyed all previous books you have suggested. So much nature beauty out there, I must explore for myself one day. 💜🐾💛

[@episodicandfilmsy]

We're in Plumas County, which very recently held the record for 1 million acre wildfire! There is a ton of public land that is poorly managed and absent landowners with too much acreage to their greedy selves. These lands were once not owned, and people lived all amongst them, using fire and selecting species, and animals moved freely and seasonally. It is nice to be close to how it was, but at the same time there is still so much burn and stupidity. I'm happy to vote yes on a tax for homeowners who don't live in those homes, here and Tahoe, has plenty of those and it doesn't not serve nature or nurture. Houses are hard to come by and if you've got more than you need...share! That's the way of the world.

[@bernadettebockis4120]

Frank is such a lovely friend.

[@Guidancewithgrace777]

I would love for more information on how to divorce when there is a restraining order. Tell people that if they buy a house and it’s all there money to not put them on the title! CONTRACT A video on self care - what helps to do mind body soul as you go through a divorce. What emotions and what’s normal feelings as you go through a contentious divorce? Am I normal for feeling this way? A video going into detail on this binder!!! I am just starting the process and I am not even familiar with some of the documents I need to hand over. Love what you’re doing! Never thought I would be going through this, non less glad to have your channel. I loved what you said about keeping it tight and not telling the entire world. Nobody cares! 😂 I felt that!

[@juliebelize4285]

Amazed by the history of the old ship and the extraordinary weight and volume of material used. Your thoughts on forrestry are important. When the ancient forrests are gone, we loose a treasure that will take hundreds of years to rejuvinate, if at all. Thanks for your thoughtful sharing of the gorgeous Western Canadian Coastal Region. It's good to know you, Frank and Flossie are out there drinking in this beauty ~

[@jadeddingoling6976]

Wow

[@suzanneethier1450]

hi thank you for the butifull seenery

[@adamcfmacdonald]

Love Frank Keep him close

[@elizabethmunroe3676]

Can Frank ever pick a good place to have a nap ...

[@tidelinetoalpine]

He’s a master 💤

[@lyric8006]

I agree with you about the importance of maintaining our forests for the survival of all life on this planet. I was saddened to hear that the fires have restarted in BC. The forests are getting bombarded from all angles. 🕯️🐚😢🕊️

[@elizabethapfelbaum1240]

Hi Flossie!

[@racebanning6390]

Such a Kool place, kool Spruces, Shipwreck, great friend to share it with and FRRRRRRANNNNK sawing logs ...Zzzzzz Snore🥰😁😁😂🤣👍👍🙏🙏🙏🤙🤙Be blessed ya all.

[@lyric8006]

The best boy Frank is pure love 💗

[@kimpeasester]

My sweet Amanda...I know this is a sensitive subject. And I also know that you are well aware of everything going on around you. When I watched Frank walk, he looked so rigid. Im guessing it might be arthritis or perhaps just tight muscles because hes not walking as much...just wondering about the last vet appointment. We all love Frank like hes our family so I'm just inquiring. With that being said, please please know that I really understand the feelings and emotions you're going thru. I just went thru this exact thing 4 months ago with my precious Lulu. She was 11 yrs old. It was not easy watching my best friend age. Im disabled and I relied on her company. I still call her name to lick my plate. I still think shes waiting for me outside of the bathroom door. And so on. I swear I hear her paws pitter patter around my apartment. So many noises remind me of her. Just know Amanda that I will continue to pray for you and Frank for strength physically and emotionally.

[@freddie8518]

I see that Flossy is enjoying my favorite Austrian brand, they don't sell it hear😐