14 Days Solo Camping in the Yukon Wilderness

14 Days Solo Camping in the Yukon Wilderness - The Full Documentary

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#yukonwild #aloneinthewild #bravewilderness
The Yukon holds some of the World’s last large expanses of wilderness. It’s, brave wilderness - deep backcountry camping, remote wild camping in the full sense of the word as it’s well off grid and far from the road system. This is the full documentary about my survival in the woods where I’m truly alone in the wild and exploring the Yukon. After bush flying into a remote mountain lake, I head out solo camping and fishing on a wilderness travel adventure for fourteen days by canoe. On the trip, I paddle the advanced level whitewater of the Hess River and then follow the Stewart River, completing the trip some 400 kilometres later in the community of Mayo. On this adventure, I catch Arctic Grayling and Lake Trout. What’s better than catching wild Trout for a catch and cook over the fire while in the Yukon? I also find a remote traditionally-built trappers log cabin, run multiple whitewater rapids, undertake long, bushwhack portages and see a lot of wildlife.
The Yukon is a place where dreams are made and where adventurers have been going to follow their dreams since the Klondike gold rush in the 1880s. As much as anyone, I went there to follow my dreams and they became a reality
0:00 Intro
1:04 Doc Start: Whitehorse
2:40 Float Plane Base: Alkan Air
8:22 Outfitting Canoe
12:18 Start of Trip
19:11 Morning Day 2
44:38 Morning Day 3
1:20:11 Morning Day 4
1:35:42 Morning Day 5
1:39:49 Trappers Cabin
2:10:29 Morning Day 6
2:23:38 Morning Day 7
2:44:38 Morning Day 8
3:23:50 Morning Day 9
3:48:38 Morning Day 10
4:02:15 Trappers Cabin
4:18:05 Morning Day 11: Final Day
This long documentary version is basically all of the episodes from this adventure back to back with a few edits to shorten it down. Still I wound up with the longest film I’ve ever uploaded by far.
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@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching everyone! Please subscribe to my channel. I had a few requests to put this adventure out in a single, full-length documentary and that’s exactly what I’ve done here. There’s not much from the whole trip that I don’t share. Enjoy!

4 жыл бұрын

Will watch every minute of it! Thanks man, and a hello from Finland. You should come to our part of the world in Northern Europe sometime.

@SchmutzieOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing us along for the trip Jim! Just what I needed while quarantined in Chicago.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching and yes, I definitely should come there some time. Seems there are some similarities too between the landscape and climate and more.

@sosteve9113 4 жыл бұрын

Great times

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

@@sosteve9113 thanks!

@pjreynoldsa1 Жыл бұрын

At 72 years old with a pacemaker imbedded in my chest, I can only wish I had followed my day dream and did what you are doing. So, for now & forever I will live vicariously through you. I choose to watch you for hours on end, as it is the best view available to me today. Thanks Jimmy!

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Well there’s certainly no harm in doing that! Thanks for the support and best wishes for your health.

@rodpasichnyk9140 4 жыл бұрын

As a handi-capped person, I can live vicariously, through you and your amigos, thanks for that!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome sir!

@WannabeAlpinist 4 жыл бұрын

Well said Rod!

@stevenholton438 4 жыл бұрын

Me three but I have done a lot of this in Alaska pre spinal cord injury!

@kekoamaunakea4473 4 жыл бұрын

Hey never give hope doggie!!🎣☝️😉🚣🏼‍♂️🚣🏼‍♂️🏕🏴💨🏳️💨

@Mike__james 4 жыл бұрын

@@stevenholton438 Check out jordansname on KZfaq older videos.

@Renligion Жыл бұрын

Jim, I had been struggling with certain decisions in my life, and a few weeks ago randomly (or not) came across this video. As a result of watching your journey I was given clarity about what direction I should take in my life, which has provided a much-needed boost to me in moving forward from some difficult circumstances. I don’t know what your spiritual beliefs are, but I feel like coming across your videos was an answer to my prayers. Thank you for being who you are and taking the time and putting in the the immense effort to inspire others. It’s not so much the “adventures” that makes you special, it’s your character. Thanks Jim. Jeff

@janemorriss3037 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim for this. My husband and I canoed many of the rivers in BC fifty years ago. I could smell and hear exactly what you did when we watched. Hubby is 77, had 4 strokes, brain surgery from a bleed and while doing ok, can't do much of anything physically except exist. Your calm, even pace and tone of voice (he's pretty hard of hearing) and natural reactions to the environment took him back and he loved going on your journey with you. He is a "mountain man" so to speak and so being stripped of all that matters is not the golden years. Thanks to folks like you on you-tube, you all have enhanced his late years in ways impossible a few years ago. And yours (vids) are the best. And I must say, it is a wonderful thing for wifey to be able to get things done knowing he is content and happy. Heartfelt thank you's to you!

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Your comment is making it all worthwhile! Thanks so much for sharing that and for watching. Please tell your husband I say hi and tell him I say thank a lot for watching too. Have a great evening

@70stunes71 2 жыл бұрын

Jane,.. you're a good woman staying strong and By Your Man. Mine bailed on me right after I started having surgeries, so I've been battling on my own, 16 of the last 21 years. An Outdoorsman myself, I am challenged but still manage to do some things. It's all about inner strength, and mental power. Some days are tough, but I always tell myself they are not going to get easier either.

@imonoke7903 2 жыл бұрын

Of course you did

@catalhuyuk7 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely thing to write. I just found this video and always read some of the comments first. Hope you and your husband are well.

@judyschepp8748 2 жыл бұрын

Wifey,😆🤗loved your comment and all that you shared. Good for you for sticking with your man through thick and thin, good times and bad. That's what love is about: STAYING!!! I also agree that Jim's videos are the best! Take care❤️💜💙

@tennesseetrekker1951 4 жыл бұрын

Me at the beginning of this video: there's no way I'm going to sit here and watch all 4 and a half hours. 4 and a half hours later: WHY ISN'T THERE MORE?! Great video and what a radical trip.

@barbarakujawa320 4 жыл бұрын

Amen to that. I thank goodness I had a ⏸ to continue when needed.😂

@robonez 4 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking!!! :D

@ExhumedToConsume 4 жыл бұрын

I broke it up into four 1 hour long chunks myself haha

@the03mach1 4 жыл бұрын

Longest video I've ever watched on KZfaq..

@CabinDweller 4 жыл бұрын

Same!! Jim definitely keeps it interesting and entertaining!

@oldfart9287 3 жыл бұрын

Great watch , how people watch normal tv with all the crap and ads is beyond me , when there is interesting quality stuff like this on youtube thankyou very much

@HorsleyLandy88 3 жыл бұрын

TV is dead

@clarkloeffler6532 3 жыл бұрын

3:36 Me : "Wtf is that" Than I hear scary violin in the background

@michaelandrejewski5859 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah,just stip crap on TV,an to many commercials

@WilliamLaroche1.618 3 жыл бұрын

98% of my entertainment is from KZfaq. I don't have cable .. hate tv with a passion

@billdorthegreat265 3 жыл бұрын

Fuck TV, KZfaq is the sizzle my nizzle

@lanes8237 3 жыл бұрын

I just finished watching this. Took me several days. The most impressive thing about this is the author's attitude toward all of it. Hard working, easy going, no hero complex. Very nice to see this attitude in a semi-public figure.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, I think that it is my love of nature that always feeds my passion and draws me back. It’s humbling and I think at times I could use a little more of that hero complex attitude as there is always so much more to learn and do that I sometimes feel like I don’t know much and have to remind myself that I have a lot of experience.

@bear9923 2 жыл бұрын

IT WAS THE MOST AWESOME TRIP I NEVER MADE. THANKS FOR THE RIDE JIM...ENJOYED EVERY MILE WITH YOU

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome!

@tonyupham2340 2 жыл бұрын

This is hands down one of the best wilderness adventure videos of them all, epic scenery, professional camera work with excellent editing and Jim is such a compelling character, a must watch for anyone with a pulse.

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Big thanks!!

@13craj 4 жыл бұрын

“This statue is dedicated to those who follow their dreams” If that doesn’t give you chills I don’t know what will

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad you get it!

@CabinDweller 4 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah.

@masonbeaulieu3736 3 жыл бұрын

It is a nice state you take it for granted when you live here tho

@leservin4420 2 жыл бұрын

I’m an avid canoeist and outdoorsman. This gentleman is extremely skilled at what he’s doing and I’m super impressed.

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot

@behnammoradi1449 2 жыл бұрын

Cannot express how impressed I am right now. Whatever you did on this trip was awesome! I love Yukon. But you made it much more lovely for me by sharing this adventure. We love you Jim. We wish you all the best in the trips to come. From BC, Vancouver

@daniellysohirka5079 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I've diamond drilled 4 summers up with Boart Longyear, our camp was at Elsa, and we drilled on Birmingham mountain for silver. Beautiful up up there. Wed do some galavanting around Keno City and check out the abandoned building in Elsa, kind of looks like Chernobyl, still papers on the desk at the schools. The town was abandoned in 1990 I believe

@sebastiansadan5582 4 жыл бұрын

1:08:07 TFW you've run out of stuff to binge watch in quarantine but then you find this 4 hour masterpiece

@brandonbecker2848 4 жыл бұрын

What we need is a Drying rack! ...

@Paul-bw6eo 2 жыл бұрын

I would have to say this is the pinnacle of real adventure shows I have ever seen.Jim,your skill and stamina is so impressive.You are truly a gifted adventurer.My highlights were,obviously the beauty of the land,the wolves calling,you singing Lightfoots song ,the bears,the moose,your down to earth,no B S commentary.Thankyou for this,sincerely.🇨🇦👍🍁🚣‍♀️

@danross116 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Jim. I really enjoyed your journey. I needed to get out of the city (Phoenix) for a while and you gave me a great 3 or 4 day adventure. I was in the Yukon, like Dawson, Skagway, Whitehorse and Eagle with my grandparents when I was about 12; fond memories. My Grandfather spent 2 years at Fort Egbert in the Army in Eagle on the Yukon for 2 years back about 1906 and it was the highlight of his life. Now I'm in my 60's. My sister had a youthful adventure at 19 in the Yukon, Kluane area I think, with experienced First Nation guides for a summer about 40 years ago. Wonderful experience. So, I'm looking for folks like you, having adventures in these areas...wishing I could go too, but know it's too late for me but I am grateful that folks like you go out there so I can see what it's like. You did a great job filming with all your gadgets (sorry you lost your camera but glad you recovered your canoe. Yikes! A close call!). You're a fun guy, and knowledgeable, and really courageous to be out remote for so long. I enjoyed every minute of your great videos. Nice job and thank you so much. Your son will be sooooo blessed to get to go camping and adventuring someday with you. Blessings, Dan

@judyschepp8748 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you Mr. Ross, I'm so happy Jim made it out of that ALIVE!!! He has a lovely wife and two kids now, lots to live for!!! And future adventures with his family. Take care🤗🥰👍

@mdjewel5738 4 жыл бұрын

I am Bangladeshi soldier, noe i am in Kuwait mission. After my job i will make adventure journey in my country place . I like your journey brother. Now i download it.

@jailen461 3 жыл бұрын

Spring is in the air where I live. Just went out and bought another kayak today. I'm so pumped.

@collegedad8656 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously, what couch potato gives this a thumbs down? Great scenery, great commentary, and a great adventure. I really enjoyed 👍

@jenshiller4058 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always questioning that myself, no matter how good the content is there's always a couple thumbs down....

@evt718 3 жыл бұрын

Its insane, some people seem to have something wrong in the head!

@StephenStylesGoesVanCamp 3 жыл бұрын

If he says don't forget to comment and subscribe I'm giving it a thumbs down 😉

@jenshiller4058 3 жыл бұрын

@@StephenStylesGoesVanCamp ok, why would you do that? You don't like when people telling you what to do?

@jasonsymons987 3 жыл бұрын

People do it just to screw with KZfaq algorithms. Dislike stuff you like. Like stuff you don't. Throw big brother off your trail 🤣

@ashtonians 3 жыл бұрын

I am only up to the point where he has to portage the canoe for a few miles cross country and I have decided this is the manliest man I have ever seen in my life. I am enjoying this video and it is inspiring so far! Makes we want to get out and do some adventuring.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much and I hope you get the chance to get out there and adventure yourself in the future.

@edcarpenter6284 2 жыл бұрын

Jim, I watched and enjoyed the entire documentary... while your wilderness skills and physical prowess were admirable, your outlook coupled with your attitude, set the true bearing for your adventure... you were humbled by the expansive challenges... and your accomplishments spawned authentic gratitude... thanks for taking me along... you are a man after my own heart... Peace.

@TheRealTedBaird 4 жыл бұрын

Yes the full version!

@mcbnj 4 жыл бұрын

said no one else

@TheRealTedBaird 4 жыл бұрын

@@mcbnj We will see

@ElkinsEric 4 жыл бұрын

Give Jim back his sawzall Ted! lol

@MiscMitz 4 жыл бұрын

@@mcbnj I say YES! Lol. Cool to rewatch these adventures. Expecally while we cannot go have adventures ourselves.

@kingbenjamin22 4 жыл бұрын

@@mcbnj Says almost everyone who left a comment- get a clue or get out of here!

@birdwatcherjean6293 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing Jim. You do a fantastic job of bringing the wilds of Canada to those of us who can't do this type of adventure. Especially relevant while we've all been locked down for over a year. Thank you for sharing!

@gwfotovideo 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jim, just watched 11 days solo wilderness camping in the Arctic watershed again. You are one tough man while maintaining a positive attitude and that Jim Baird sense of humor. In my best days I didn’t have your grit. Hats off to you a true adventurer. Sometime it would make an interesting video to hear about you and Ted’s early years and what made you into a beast adventurer. Looking forward to more of your Yukon road trip with the family.

@vladimirkiyashko3300 3 жыл бұрын

Это лучшее видео о путешествии! Джим, позвольте выразить Вам свое восхищение Вашей отвагой, мужеством в преодолении трудностей, граничащих с риском для жизни. Далеко не каждый мужчина способен на такой поход в одиночку. Я прожил на севере Ямала, в Сибири 24 года, привелось выезжать в тайгу на рыбалку и охоту, но не в одиночку, вдвоем, и только на три-четыре дня. Как я теперь понимаю, эти мои "подвиги" - прогулки младшей группы детского сада по сравнению с Вашим испытанием.

@bubbleillusion5968 4 жыл бұрын

Started watching your video and my girlfriend said "who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Well we just finished watching over the course of a couple evenings and we really felt like we were on the adventure with you! Great job making the video and we look forward to watching your other adventures!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear you enjoyed it so much. Thanks a lot for taking to time to watch and commenting too.

@craigstevens9734 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations you definitely accomplished something gigantic

@fritzstehr 3 жыл бұрын

"who's gonna watch a 4.5 hr youtube video?" Not I said the cat. By 11 minutes I'd more than had it with all the TV commercial style jumping from scene to scene as in being blinked off, coupled with the over the top excessive hype. What I did before commenting was click the dislike icon from from 489 to 490. I trust that answers the "who" question. Any other questions why I will avoid Jim Baird's amateur adolescent jumped up sh*t? Suggestion: Give the methamphetamines a rest Jimbo.

@mahoykabusk 3 жыл бұрын

me and my girlfriend also watched the entire video!

@donnydavid2344 3 жыл бұрын

Waaaaaaaw awesome video..I watched from start to end..exciting video to watch..I just love it.cant wait for your next video..👍❤🙂

@shaantoor3329 3 жыл бұрын

Its pouring rain on a cold November afternoon and I'm curled up and have never enjoyed a documentary film like this in a long long time. Thanks for letting me come along, what an awesome journey.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome and I’m truly glad to hear that you’re enjoying it! Thanks very much and I’ll hope for good weather for you!

@quazimotoscopick7085 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredibly brave and knowledgeable Not even 1 percentage of men could navigate a river trip with portage like that Jim , you are a great outdoorsman Also a very good filmmaker Thanks for putting yourself out there Time well spent watching every minute Good luck in future adventures

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching and for the great comment. All the best to you in 2022.

@imonoke7903 2 жыл бұрын

Good film maker yes. But theres nothing real in this content. All just make belief, byt good that you enjoy your fantasy tv show

@alanmeaden5725 3 жыл бұрын

Epic Journey Jim Thank you for some of the best 4 hrs + I have watched in a long time. Felt like I was there.

@scottroberts7875 4 жыл бұрын

Jim Baird.. what I have spent the past 4 hours 21 minutes and 14 seconds watching, Is the greatest and most jaw dropping , awe inspiring , life affirming film I have ever seen. You are as unique as Shackleton, have the drive of Scott And the skills of Cook,. Your "Take it as it comes attitude and self reliance , has been a marvel to see, alongside some great humour,(kicking a fire into life. ) Thank you. ATVB to your wonderful family ..

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the great comment. That inspires me to do more. Really glad you enjoyed it!

@adambrigham5905 4 жыл бұрын

I came here as recommended from watching a lot of joe robinet’s stuff. I must say that what I have just watched was truly amazing! How people get to watch this for free is beyond me!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Great to have you here.

@Birdcreek34 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!Fantastic video. I cant get enough of your adventures. Please keep 'em coming.

@RonRon52 2 жыл бұрын

Watched this last night all of it, very well done , your extra effort to record , edit and narrate was much appreciated . The trip was epic, as an older guy who has done some solo trips I can relate to the effort, personal concern with safety, on a solo trip. When people would ask me "was I scared" , or "why would I do it by myself" or the big one"what if something happens" my answer was because I can, and I enjoyed the challenge and not being responsible for others just my self. Life is good keep on trucking. Thanks Ron

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

I share those sentiments too Ron, thanks for watching

@Forgehammer 4 жыл бұрын

You, Sir, have life figured out. It's about the journey. Thank you so much for allowing us to share in yours!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. A canoe trip is as much about the journey than anything, so I suppose it’s a good metaphor

@pgerry9400 3 жыл бұрын

Never have watched a video on KZfaq as good as this one. Tough adventure but to video it too alone, OUTSTANDING I watched it all in one sitting.

@billiejoboyd2022 Жыл бұрын

This is quite easily the greatest paddling adventure I have ever seen documented- wow! You had me captivated and in awe from the beginning- thank you SOOO much for sharing this for the world to enjoy! And Ohhhhh, Canada…. What a beautiful country we live in ❤❤❤

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton for the great comment and for tuning in to give the video a chance. I’m glad you liked it an indeed, it really is beautiful and wild.

@barneyrubble5801 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 35 minutes into this great video and all I can think is this .... drone. Wonderful content - - Can't imagine all the brute force effort you went through. Thanks for putting this out there.

@barneyrubble5801 2 жыл бұрын

Finished the video and it was a fantastic adventure. Thanks Jim for the excellent video, and I'm glad you survived with canoe in-tact. Keep paddlin'.

@TJackSurvival 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this whole thing. Ate it up. Was a great epic adventure! I love stuff like this. Well done.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@hardeepsingh2505 4 жыл бұрын

Jim's got a sense of humour.... Gets u far in life...

@dangermouse. Жыл бұрын

Jim, I just wanted to thank you for the efforts you went to in order to film this. I'm in the UK and I've watched this over 4 nights. I really enjoyed seeing the mundane things you have to do every time you camp, and your love of everything nature really shows in your knowledge and delivery.

@burlingtonpark4136 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim,for sharing your awesome dream and epic journey with us.Thank goodness your wife and son won't see this until you're home safe and sound with them!

@HalfPaceOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

when the only thing to be said is "Bravo!!!" this was AWESOME!!! Just saw the new video where you cut your hand... hope all is as well as can be. Being a cripple in the woods isnt easy but its doable! Ive lived with a spinal cord injury for 14 years and finally got back outdoors about 6 years ago running a trapline and camping. Great channel man!!!

@lgwjrwhite588 4 жыл бұрын

This was a terrifc documentary scenery was spectacular absolutely grand trip

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!!

@roelfiest3890 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim. This was a fantastic four hours. Made me remember a 4 hour trip I once took on some river in Colorado, but that was in a rubber raft, and it included a stop for a catered lunch. Different trip, but same memories.. thanks for sharing.

@greensmart7 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful adventure. The vastness of the landscape, and the nature, so wonderful. Thank you for sharing Jim! I enjoy it so much!

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear and yes it is, we’re lucky to still have some places left that are thus wild

@youtubeuserUCVuhjgRB1 3 жыл бұрын

Easily one of the coolest things I've seen in a while. The aerial drone shots, scenery, map visuals, and self filmed pov shots with the story telling mixed in make for an incredible documentary of this epic journey. Thanks for sharing the adventure and providing inspiration for my own adventure trips. Well done Jim!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

Big thanks! Glad you enjoyed it and found some inspiration.

@tonyanddeb1012 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loving living that adventure vicariously through you Jim. We live in France now but love Canada. We've been many times up to Yellowknife and beyond. Stay safe.

@andrewfallak7572 Жыл бұрын

Well today is the last day of my stress leave been off 2 months and I want to thank you for helping me get through a tough time. Your wilderness journeys have been way better than any doctors prescription you rock! Oh and I love watching how methodical you are at preparing your meals you eat like a king out there. Ive learned a lot about how to cook in the wild.

@raypitcher908 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking this old codger along on your adventure. I really enjoyed the planning, the scenery, the wildlife, continue on Jim it was great to go along with you. Cheers from NZ

@havenlew 4 жыл бұрын

This was the longest thing i've ever seen on youtube. Also, one of the best. Thanks Jim

@shugemery 3 жыл бұрын

Was gonna watch a few minutes but got sucked right in and along with you. You are one touch mucker and your love of the Yukon and alone-ness is palpable. Comfortable with just yourself and that is admirable.

@dewayneearley7298 3 жыл бұрын

The Shug watches camping videos! Awesome!

@JJard88 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing adventure. I absolutely love the Yukon and visit as often as possible, but this is a whole different level. Great work and thanks for sharing!

@Liendoelcm 3 жыл бұрын

A wonderful adventure, well worth the half night's sleep I gave up! Thank you for what you presented. I look forward to watching some more of your videos.

@wileywilly4548 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like I need to make multiple KZfaq accounts to like this numerous times. Fantastic job and thank you for sharing!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, awesome and thanks a lot 🙂

@billshivelbine5279 4 жыл бұрын

Man, way to go! Throughly enjoyed living this adventure through your eyes!

@alanmctavish3628 2 жыл бұрын

What an effort. Not only the paddling but all the hidden work you have done to create the footage we view. Thank-you. Bravo!!

@sophiaspaul7471 Жыл бұрын

I think this is my favorite episode so far. Loved all the wildlife sightings and the wildness of that part of the country. Your mishap in that rapid was VERY scary. Glad you survived it.

@ADVENTUREKM Жыл бұрын

This is the whole adventure not just one episode. Lol

@buckan8r999 4 жыл бұрын

I'm only in this for an hour with FULL expectation to watch the entire thing and I am engrossed in this documentary. This is amazing. Beautiful shots, great video editing, a showing of the human element. Thank you Jim Baird for sharing this, I'm sure there was very much planning for this endeavor alone, but to document this for all to see? I'm incentivized to get out there and enjoy nature to its fullest. Kudo's to you sir. I can't wait to watch the remaining part of this very well done documentary. LIKED and SUBSCRIBED!

@yooper6161 3 жыл бұрын

Having a good lockdown watching your old videos and planning trips of my own. Thanks for the content and I hope you and your family the best in these crazy times. Northern Canada is one of my favorite places.

@berrypayton8156 16 күн бұрын

I did a 58 day journey down the Mississippi. You have motivated me to do more. Thank you for sharing, so much respect. I’ll be watching all your videos for idea

@danishdalvi01 Жыл бұрын

We really are thankful to you for giving the experience of something we could never imagine to do by ourselves. Your efforts for the mission are highly commendable. What a journey it was. Thank you again Jim🙏🙏🙏

@poulidor69 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so, so much. What a fantastic movie, you really are a modern day Jeremiah Johnson. Loved every minute of it and spent a great afternoon watching it. Thank you again.

@ajrob2888 4 жыл бұрын

I love this video Jim! Wasn't able to watch them when they first came out, but I took the evening off to finally watch the whole thing. Wish I was out there with you. Just fantastic scenery and adventure as a whole. Jealous! Keep em coming!

@lindahuante 2 жыл бұрын

Loved your video. The scenery is simply stunning. I’m glad you didn’t lose your canoe. I love all the bits of information and details, so much to learn. You’re so knowledgeable, thank you

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome, thanks for checking it out snd I’m glad you enjoyed some of the things I had to share.

@michaeljones8952 2 жыл бұрын

Thank- you jim!! You allowed this old man to live his dream thru your eyes. My soul was with you in every stroke of the paddle. God- bless you for sharing my dream with the world. M.p. orlean, va.

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for the great comment and I’m glad someone gets it the way you do, all the very best to you.

@KvltKrist 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first video of yours I watched and friend, I'll carry that conoe for you every time and set the tent! Your positive attitude, knowledge, and the ability to film it to boot? I'm sold forever. Keep getting after it!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@GavinMorris1 4 жыл бұрын

Short tailed vole swimming across the river, I think. And Sand Martins in the cliff. Awesome.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

I think so, I’ve also heard a couple other possibilities for the vole, such as a water vole but I don’t know for sure.

@alandean9323 3 жыл бұрын

There were water voles on my local river when I was a lad. You mentioned that it dived and swam below the water. I remember them being just as much at home underwater as on the surface, so that would be my guess, too.

@dyannejohnson6184 9 ай бұрын

At 4:10 I just realized after watching again …your amazing mind set to night paddle ….in your eyes….Jim that is such a hand in glove with northern wilderness survival

@dafeinstein 6 ай бұрын

Wow. Just finished watching 14 days canoeing on the Elliot and the Hart. Have done a fair amount of canoeing in my life (now 85) and appreciate what you accomplished. Perfect way to relax and detox from all going on around me here in Los Angeles. Thanks. Found myself following the 'Jim Baird Diet' - except for the smoked mussels (prefer sardines) - ate lots of salmon. All good. Even made tortilla pizza this morning. Now to check out your other adventures. Again thank you!

@JimBairdAdventurer 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for tuning in and that’s good eating haha. Glad it was a good escape.

@jasonbeaugrand5382 4 жыл бұрын

Epic...... thanks for taking us along again. Love it. Stay safe man cheers....

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@whippet71 4 жыл бұрын

I've read so many books about the Yukon. Following you on your journey was a vacation adventure and brought back many memories of my youthful readings. It was a pleasure to see the sights and get a small feel of this wonderfully wild land with such a storied history. Excellent footage, editing and narration. Thank you for your courage and sharing, wish you and your family all the best.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome and yes, the Yukon is indeed legendary. Thanks a lot!

@experimental8806 2 жыл бұрын

This was a awesome adventure. Thanks for taking me / us along. You put in a lot of time and effort to do this and it shows. We can only learn from our experiences that teaches us how too make it that much better next time.

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

This is true and experience trumps all.

@johnocallaghan3867 2 жыл бұрын

Jim, thank you so much for such a marvellous trip! I’ve watched it in Ireland. The beauty of the vistas, your bravery, skills and optimism a treasure to see.

@cherryseventeen 3 жыл бұрын

Jim Baird - Adventurer I love it! Thank you for sharing this Jim! May God be with you on all your adventures! Keep safe and greetings again from Japan!

@TheTk1971 4 жыл бұрын

Following you all the way and loving the wilderness and freedom..

@shaneroper5470 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent adventure! Amazing scenery, some wildlife sights, a close call with the dump, and hearing the Wolves calling during your night marathon paddle was icing on the cake. Well done!

@sardispomice 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing tour - this is the way to travel - we get all the joy and Jim does the suffering!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks a lot for watching?

@janeconnors1807 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! That was epic. What an amazing adventure and experience with nail biting episodes. It was interesting how your mishap really changed your perceptions and attitude to the river and understandably shook you up. Many thanks for sharing. Kept me riveted for a long time during this awful lockdown. Stay safe

@bradswanson8515 3 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching this brilliantly put together content. I cant stress enough how much I enjoyed and how much I appreciated all the shots. Alot of work and planning went into this obviously. Thank you for sharing.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! Thanks a lot for watching and for the comment too. Happy New Year.

@Trevorinfamous Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this, Jim. Beautifully made. Some great photography, and really well-edited. (Man, you must have a load of material to sift through post-trip! And I can only imagine how multi-camera set-ups and retrievals add to your daily travails)… Your paddling and camping experience is obviously vast and I learn a lot from you and what you share so openly and generously. Your Canadian humility and humanity shine through loud and clear, as well. I’m a kayaker/tripper myself and your videos are just the perfect thing to watch on a snowy January night. Safe paddling.

@margoburns9085 2 жыл бұрын

What amazing scenery! That sky is so blue, and the emerald stream flowing into the silty river. Breathtaking.

@tizziejames9040 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing. I’m 37 minutes in and just realised that if I’m not careful I’m going to watch this entire thing end to end in one sitting!

@Dzidekification 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic documentary, really enjoyed every minute of it. Many travelers never put the effort of filming their adventures - that's fine, those who share their experience are truly doing heroic work and honestly it humbles me to know that people like that exist. Big thank you big guy!

@WannabeAlpinist 4 жыл бұрын

Well said Jarek!

@mariaadamez8813 2 жыл бұрын

Was as we es as

@Notorious_Nate 2 жыл бұрын

This video was incredible. I really appreciate how much work went into the filming and editing, on top of just getting through the arduous trip itself.

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@alainvosselman9960 2 жыл бұрын

This video came recommended. Your presentation is very refreshing. Lot of videos out there where people are like : " I have MY sleeping bag and I have MY tent, MY campfire, MY mosquito screen, MY this, MY that".. You don't do that and it makes me appreciate your videos over many others i've seen. I'm an hour into it.. I'll be happy to watch the rest .. in parts. Thank you for sharing you adventure !

@jamesmcphee6406 4 жыл бұрын

Years of subbing to bushcraft guys and I finally come across a guy that is just a normal cool dude 👍🏻 you are the alpha bro 🤓

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@eddie555able 4 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching this wonderful documentary. Thanks so much Jim for producing this!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! Thanks for checking it out!

@fredreck8686 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jim- I have to say- your videos are AWESOME!!! 1st, your solo cinematography skills are incredible. Not only is it beautiful footage, but the multiple camera angles, etc is 1st class. I TOTALLY feel like I’m right there doing the adventure with you. I am taking a much tamer 14 day camping/canoe trip with my brother on the Susquehanna river in NY and PA in 1 month. I was researching canoe gear and accidentally found you and your channel- I am now subscribed. My excitement level for this upcoming trip is OFF THE CHARTS as I am binging your canoe vids. One last thing to sincerely commend you on- you attitude and positive outlook is totally infectious and refreshing. Congratulations on all of your successes!!

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton for the great comment! I hope you get a couple ideas through watching these vids and I hope you have a blast on the Susquehanna too!

@TBlack99 2 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching your epic adventure…. Wow! Words can’t even begin to express what this journey must have been like in person…. Thank you for sharing with us…. Truly amazing

@JimBairdAdventurer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome, ya it was an amazing experience.

@Bungwirez 4 жыл бұрын

4:16:50 "It did get darker" LMAO!! you the man Jim. thanks for putting out the whole shebang.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Ya, it got darker than I thought there haha. No problem and thanks for watching.

@raysboatingandadventure1277 3 жыл бұрын

By fun I mean not fun. Nobody likes the thought of hard work ahead of time. After it's done, looking back, the feeling is worth it. Great videos, thanks for the effort.

@alexmcneily 3 жыл бұрын

Three types of fun. 1. Fun when you do it. 2. Not fun when you do it, but fun when you remember it. 3. Not fun when you do it, and not fun when your ember it. I’d say the swim and self rescue was the only type 3 fun.

@kootsrootsdustyboots Жыл бұрын

This is a piece of art Jim, the amount of filming you did is amazing. I can only imagine how many hours of footage you have. Thank you

@patriciawoods7628 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe he carried all that gear. OMG. What a beast.

@ToolsForMotivation 3 жыл бұрын

This was one of the coolest things I've ever watched on KZfaq. Thanks for sharing your incredible journey and awesome videos/shots! Very inspiring!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, thanks for watching and for the encouraging comment.

@garynichols8186 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, it took all afternoon but I finished watching your trip! Enjoyed every minute of it. Had me sitting on the edge of my seat a couple of times. Thanks!

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and glad you liked it!

@rami939 Жыл бұрын

Wow !!! What an adventure !!! Everything was magnificent , the views,the videos,the editing of those vids ,the challenging you've faced along the way ,etc. The fact that every aspect of the journey was done by yourself is just amazing . Hats off to you Jim ! Cheers from Argentina .

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It truly was amazing and I went back for another adventure like this this summer. It’s the current series that’s running on my channel if you want to check it out.

@shaunmcintyre8996 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim that was fantastic viewing. im watching in Ireland and this has inspired me to get back on the river.

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Enjoy

@buteos8632 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Jim!!! watched this adventure for the 2nd time and it was just as thrilling and peaceful, with a some laughs...great stuff man! Yukon is breathtaking, thanks 😉

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated and it sure is a beautiful place!

@autumnleaves2766 3 жыл бұрын

What a great adventure, thanks for sharing it with us. Very scary when you capsized. Great shots of the Yukon wilderness. Amazing that you found your camera again !

@rnika2874 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for allowing me to experience your adventure...I truly loved every minute that I watched...One of the absolute best things I have ever experienced while watching the internet...Again, Thank You!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, awesome comment, thanks so much!