1,000 YEAR OLD VIKING CAMP | L'ANSE AUX MEADOWS National Historic Site Newfoundland

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In this video, we explore L'Anse Aux Meadows National Historic Site in Northern Newfoundland.
It is the first and only known site established by Vikings in North America and the earliest evidence of European settlement on the continent.
0:00 - Introduction
3:44 - Birchy Nuddick Trail
4:06 - Hiking in L'Anse Aux Meadows Newfoundland
7:31 - L'Anse Aux Meadows Encampment Site
11:20 - L'Anse Aux Meadows Visitor's Center
12:20 - L'Anse Aux Meadows History
12:36 - Parks Canada National Park Passport Stamps
12:55 - Difference Between Norse and Viking
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@GreenerGrass 2 жыл бұрын

L'Anse aux Meadows is so high on my list of places to visit. This video is awesome! Thanks!!

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeb, that means a lot to us 😀 Hope you'll make it up there soon! 🇨🇦

@melissarobinson9618 2 жыл бұрын

Yay! A moose! Finally! That is your reward for getting up without coffee I always love learning with you guys; closing the circle of humanity, that seems more important than who got to the Americas first.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha YES on the moose sighting! In fact, we saw three so far, although none of them were close enough for us to observe!

@nshanjeffery1668 Жыл бұрын

There is a saying in Nova Scotia, "Red in the morning sailor's be warned, Red at night sailor's delight." By the look of that sky it certainly looks like a storm is on the horizon Glad you had a wonderful visit!

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

That's the truth. We had a big rainy day following our visit in L'anse Aux Meadows, so that's an amazing observation!

@R32R38 2 жыл бұрын

It's quite interesting that the camp is *literally* 1,000 years old.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

It is! 😀

@robertokandal Ай бұрын

I thought houses in that camp were made 3 years ago,,

@allasonsev6858 Жыл бұрын

Great jobs both of you on presenting Newfoundland and Labrador. I feel love for history and nature as well as people who made places so significant. I will follow you more in your explorations of this remote but spectacular corner of Canada. I plan to be in both Labrador and N. F. In July 2023. 👍👍👍🙋‍♀️🇨🇦

@theRTWguys 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our presentation of Newfoundland and Labrador. It's a truly unique and beautiful corner of Canada with so much history and natural beauty to explore. I hope your trip to both Labrador and Newfoundland in July 2023 was absolutely wonderful and that you had the opportunity to immerse yourself in all the amazing experiences these regions have to offer. If you have any stories or insights from your trip, feel free to share them. Wishing you many more fantastic adventures in the future! 🌄🌊🚗🇨🇦

@erikturcotte 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us! I was wondering about going there next summer.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely - you need to visit it for sure!

@vanstertails6509 2 жыл бұрын

Soooooo interesting! You guys are delightful, love your style.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you 😀

@edcarter2952 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video and you have convinced me to put this I my itinerary when visiting the Rock!

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Oh absolutely! The whole island is a special place, but L'Anse aux Meadows is an extra special spot!

@melissathibodeau5816 Жыл бұрын

we were told that it was originally L'anse aux méduses - French for Jellyfish Cove and over time it became L'anse aux meadows. I adored my trip to Newfoundland in 2000. The province was in celebration mode to commemorate the anniversary. With Regattas comprising of Viking ships, originals and replicas... So awesome.

@theRTWguys 10 ай бұрын

That's a fascinating tidbit about the origin of the name "L'anse aux Meadows"! Language and names often evolve over time, and it's interesting to learn about the different interpretations and stories behind them. It sounds like your trip to Newfoundland in 2000 was quite special, especially with the celebrations and regattas commemorating the anniversary. The province certainly has a rich history and unique cultural events that make it a memorable destination for visitors. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your time there and had the opportunity to experience such unique celebrations.

@arby3856 Жыл бұрын

I am applying for a residency in Canada, Newfoundland to reside. your vids were very interesting and I am really glad I was able to get a hold of your channel. Thank you for the vids, it makes me love newfoundland labrador even more! stay safe guys and hope we could meet some time

@theRTWguys 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our videos have been helpful and enjoyable for you. Best of luck with your residency application in Newfoundland and Labrador - it's a beautiful place with a lot to offer. If you ever have any questions or need more information about the area, feel free to reach out. And who knows, maybe our paths will cross someday! Stay safe and all the best with your plans. 🌊🏞️🇨🇦

@lisapellitier2450 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful as usual.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lisa ❤️

@TheTravelLifeMama 2 жыл бұрын

That's funny that you mentioned not seeing moose. When I was in Newfoundland a few years ago I saw no moose at all. I see more moose where I am in Northern Ontario. I didn't have a KZfaq channel back when I went to Newfoundland so I would love to go back to document how beautiful it is. You guys do a good job at showing that. I am definitely adding Vinland to my list

@R32R38 2 жыл бұрын

I had heard that Newfoundland has a very large moose population because it has no wolves to keep them in check. Apparently not.

@TheTravelLifeMama 2 жыл бұрын

@@R32R38 I believe you are right. Everyone warned me about driving around in Newfoundland to watch out for moose but I didnt see any. I am sure they are there though I just didnt see them. Maybe next trip I will be lucky

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely come back to Newfoundland and see the Western Peninsula up to L'Anse aux Meadows 😀🇨🇦

@newfie1275 2 жыл бұрын

Night time is when you would probably encounter moose in Newfoundland especially between Corner brook and Gander. My wife hit one a few years ago coming home from work at night causing over $5000 of damage to our car.

@TheTravelLifeMama 2 жыл бұрын

@@newfie1275 oh I hope she was OK after that. We have alot of moose here in Northern Ontario as well, and yes at night time they are more of a hazard

@EdinburghFive Жыл бұрын

Great video

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@samanthaanderson5345 Жыл бұрын

I remember visiting this place back in 2016!

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

Beautiful, wasn't it? ❤️

@robertokandal Ай бұрын

for what you will seen no scientific or hsiotrical presence of vilkings there, cause vikings never been there.

@clubcocotravels 2 жыл бұрын

Love the circle of human life meeting up!

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

It's a fascinating fact for sure 😀

@EdinburghFive Жыл бұрын

There is a wee bit of an error with the idea that people finally closed the "circle of human life" at L'Anse aux Meadows. That would have occurred either in Greenland, Baffin Island, or even the Labrador coast before the Norse lived on the island of Newfoundland. Greenland had been settled for 35 years before L'Anse aux Meadows was established.

@andrewrolfe4334 2 жыл бұрын

Good video

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😀

@kasperkjrsgaard1447 Ай бұрын

When living in Greenland a 1000 years ago, Vinland was the closest source to timber and fur. I’m convinced that the Norse took several travels to and from Greenland to the parts now known as the United States. Follow the big rivers and I’m sure that more settlements will be discovered. I know that large pre-historic cities have been found in the Amazones by satelite pictures. It’s not impossible that the Norse settlements could be found in North America by using the same technique.

@nirupamaabalachander3735 Жыл бұрын

Such an amazing video. Thank you. I am planning this summer. I see you did the trail early hours. Is it 24 hours open? And how long do you recommend spending there. I am thinking 2.5 hours. Appreciate your response and can’t wait for more videos. Thank you 😊

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

The trail is technically part of the complex - while the visitor's center has regular opening hours, there were locals and users that are exploring the ground before its opening hour. It maybe technically closed, but it is not enforced.

@nirupamaabalachander3735 Жыл бұрын

@@theRTWguys thank you 😊

@annamosier1950 Жыл бұрын

wow

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

😉

@blaze7543 2 жыл бұрын

Yall should visit Clarenville :)

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

We did - although it wasn't a highlight in our video, it was a part of the Terra Nova video here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n6imYNiCx5fPhnk.html

@blaze7543 2 жыл бұрын

@@theRTWguys Another place is Carbonear its a small town but if you find the right spots its beautiful. Theres a trail nearby the entry of freshwater and when you get to the end you get a nice cliff of beautiful ocean water. I wish i could describe better but its beautiful when you find the spots. Have fun yall! ill keep supporting

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We will be back sooner than later ❤️

@blaze7543 2 жыл бұрын

@@theRTWguys Anytime yall. Stay safe!

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😀

@allanhumphreys4072 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing on the video considering that the location recently made the news as it is now verified to be as old as advertised. Sorry Chris, but we got here first 😎 Great video as always Guys ! Thanks for sharing !

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

LOL Absolutely 😹 Thanks Allan!

@aveekbh 2 жыл бұрын

Did they have replicas of the tree stumps that were used to establish the date? If not, I guess they will have them soon.

@allanhumphreys4072 2 жыл бұрын

@@aveekbh they were able to establish the date from a solar event that occurred around hat time and using carbon dating from some of the materials found

@mrBadTiming 2 жыл бұрын

I believe in the summer they have actors re-enacting how it was in days of old

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

You are correct 😃

@martihetrick609 3 күн бұрын

I wish have a van to live -travel

@theRTWguys 3 күн бұрын

It's definitely a completely different lifestyle than most people have 😉

@bonbonvegabon 7 ай бұрын

Dress warm, its freezing up there even in the dead of summer

@theRTWguys 7 ай бұрын

💯

@lc1371 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like it’s a fairy garden!

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

It was! 😁

@rvboondocker2559 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys! This place has been on my list for about 20 years and still have not made it out there. It sounds like most things are reproductions? Is there much that is authentic?

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

Nothing is authentic, as far as the Viking village. They found authentic artifacts, and all are on display inside there museum. Definitely a must see sight!

@janelaughbaum8265 Жыл бұрын

what time year was your trip

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

August 😁

@VikingNorway-pb5tm829 6 ай бұрын

We did :) Hei å hå

@theRTWguys 6 ай бұрын

😂

@VikingNorway-pb5tm829 6 ай бұрын

@@theRTWguys Vræææl.. hehe.. thanks for smile.

@joenicholas449 Жыл бұрын

We have the same camps in nova Scotia , I live very close to one .

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

Oh nice - which camp is it in NS?

@joenicholas449 Жыл бұрын

@@theRTWguys yes , they are several , even workshops that were only for that reason . It was said that all elders who couldn't travel no more would stay in this village tell there passing along with 7 to 10 family to stay yearly with them , people will travel far and wide to get knowledge at this camp , and our Island that's shaped like two pyramids has a burial ground on top of it , few kms down is a very large burial mound .

@EdinburghFive Жыл бұрын

There are Viking camps in Nova Scotia?

@joenicholas449 Жыл бұрын

@@EdinburghFive market as unknown

@EdinburghFive Жыл бұрын

What does that mean?

@carolynadams1249 Жыл бұрын

Your Newfie comedy hasn’t diminished in all the years you lived abroad….lol

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

LOL 😹

@pissgremlinpissgremlin9677 8 ай бұрын

Newfie representation!!! Wooo

@theRTWguys 7 ай бұрын

😁🇨🇦🍁

@thomasucc Ай бұрын

It was the Irish who got there first and the vikings took all the credit

@theRTWguys Ай бұрын

It definitely wasn't something I've ever heard before. Any links to the articles of Irish connections that you mentioned?

@mikekenney8362 Жыл бұрын

If you pursue the the theory that Columbus was Portuguese, maybe even native born, and a disciple of Henry the Navigator, you’ll understand he could have come to America by design, not mistake. He may have had maps that could trace to the Templars presence in the Crusades. There’s evidence of such, but hardly conclusive. Vikings dragged their ships across the Russian steppes, from river to river. Why would we think they would stop at the mouth of the St Lawrence? Poppycock say some. Yeah but they said the same thing about L’anse aux Meadows

@EdinburghFive 11 ай бұрын

Columbus was not Portuguese.

@theRTWguys 10 ай бұрын

You've brought up a fascinating and widely debated topic in history! The theory that Columbus was Portuguese and potentially had access to advanced navigation knowledge is intriguing. The possibility that he intentionally reached the Americas, possibly with the assistance of maps related to the Templars' activities, adds an element of strategic planning to his voyages. The parallels drawn to the Vikings and their settlement in L'Anse aux Meadows show that history often surprises us, and what might have once seemed unlikely can indeed have substantial historical roots. Such debates and discussions contribute to the ongoing exploration of history's mysteries. The quest for a deeper understanding of Columbus' journeys and motivations continues to captivate historians and enthusiasts alike. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this intriguing subject! 🌍📜🗺️

@EdinburghFive 10 ай бұрын

Where is there evidence the Templars were in the the New World? Writings from Pohl, or Bradley, the Newport Tower, or even the Curse of Oak Island nonsense?

@michaelgill5673 Жыл бұрын

Your in Canada and you should be drinking Tim Hortons Coffee eh,

@theRTWguys Жыл бұрын

Lol the nearest one from L'anse Aux Meadows was in St. Anthony - about an hour away north ⬆️

@JVsMusicalSoundscapes 2 жыл бұрын

According to the Norse sagas, the glorious 'circle of humanity' was closed when these Vikings surprised and murdered a handful of indigenous people discovered under a bunch of canoes. That's something to be proud of.

@theRTWguys 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that's brutal 😔

@EdinburghFive Жыл бұрын

Doubtful the event of closing the 'circle of humanity' took place at L'Anse aux Meadows. Given the Norse had been in Greenland for 35 years by the establishment of L'Anse aux Meadows, they would have encountered Dorset people either in Greenland, Baffin Island, or even Labrador first.