Buck Bowden’s Life in the Alaskan Wilderness: Becoming a Hunter and Guide

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4 жыл бұрын

Steven Rinella and MeatEater in partnership with Yeti and ZPZ Productions are excited to share a collection of short films profiling three individuals whose lives are strongly connected to the natural world.
If you are interested in further exploring discussions around hunting, wild foods, and the natural world, watch Steven Rinella’s documentary, Stars in The Sky: A Hunting Story.
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Buck Bowden is a wild man. After a rocky childhood in Illinois he was shipped up to Alaska and found his calling first as a hunter, trapper, pilot, homesteader, and hunting guide. After a fire burned down his cabin, he was forced to start over and rebuild, but he’s never lost his passion for the great Alaskan wilderness.
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@ShowboatHK 4 жыл бұрын

Should have been a hour long movie. Most interesting guy ever.

@JakeShow10 4 жыл бұрын

“You’re a cool dude, Buck.”

@reguularram1343 3 жыл бұрын

Hell Yea

@willm678 2 жыл бұрын

That’s an understatement.

@davecollett-paule2360 4 жыл бұрын

Well I'll be damned. I was in the boy scouts with this man back in the 60s in Peoria Illinois. Saw him once briefly in Anchorage in the early 80s? Good on ya Buck!

@John_T96 4 жыл бұрын

You’re a cool dude, Buck is by far one of my all time favorite podcast that you have done and of any I have listened to man... So good

@akimbomo9331 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most well put together videos on KZfaq. I’m not even mad that it’s only 6 minutes, it’s beautifully concise

@hayesminor4474 4 жыл бұрын

You could have made that a full length film......I have a feeling he has stories to fill a vault.

@ethangarland8034 4 жыл бұрын

Johnny AppleStead ok bud

@alaskaoutdoorssupersite3523 3 жыл бұрын

@Johnny AppleStead well I guided for him for about 25 years and he and I hunted together for many years. He's not a liar, and he's certainly no Hollywood guy. If you've got a beard and you spend much time outdoors in below zero temps, you're gonna get frost and ice. I've had a beard for my entire adult life and I still do at 62. Lived in Alaska for 33 of those years, and spent much of that time outdoors winter and summer. Questioning something so basic calls into question a man's experience. It's just a reality, friend. If it hasn't happened to you, you are either clean-shaven or you haven't spent much time out in the cold.The only hair I know of that doesn't ice up in the cold is wolverine. That's why we use it for parka ruffs.

@holdenroberts7612 4 жыл бұрын

Not many folks around like Buck anymore. Cheers to you Buck, keep that fire alive.

@Sharkdog11b 4 жыл бұрын

Caught In The Rye yeah he wasn’t very good at making friends when I knew him haha he’s different

@zoodidwa 4 жыл бұрын

The knowledge in this man's head could fill a 1000 volumes. What a life.

@ADVANTURECO 4 жыл бұрын

great story, you can tell Buck has depth deep in his soul.

@kylewinter8766 4 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to hear more about this guy since the first podcast! You're still a cool dude, Buck!

@gamebred5662 4 жыл бұрын

This guy's living my dream. One day I will move out to the bush in Alaska an live this life

@tomschumacher5434 4 жыл бұрын

Air Force brought me up here to AK, can’t ever imagine leaving this place. Ever.

@mr.fisher3973 4 жыл бұрын

Living the dream - you don't realize how many of us that watch this would love to be in Buck's shoes. People like Buck are very few and far between, and for good reason. Living this type of life is hard to say the least, but like Buck says - if you have a great passion for it you'll do fine. Excellent video Mr. Rinella.

@karinnaturestuff 4 жыл бұрын

"You're a Cool Dude, Buck" was one of my all-time favourite episodes. This vid really confirms that. Be really cool to see more videos like this!

@terricjohnson6 4 жыл бұрын

I’m getting older and this is how I wanna live off the wild!!! The thing of it is I don’t know how to do anything but I love the great outdoors and looking at meat eaters make it look like it’s the easiest way to make it, but I know different

@kvburke3 4 жыл бұрын

Buck's episode on the podcast was one of my favorites. Would love to hear more about him!

@moneyandtimefreedom3352 4 жыл бұрын

We need more about Buck and his life.

@kirbycaraveo1312 4 жыл бұрын

You're the man Buck! Hands down my favorite Meateater podcast episode. Could listen to your stories all day. I hope you are featured again soon on the podcast so I can listen to more of your stories!

@Sharkdog11b 4 жыл бұрын

I worked for buck for a season in the alaska range guiding dall sheep he’s definitely one of a kind. Pretty cool to see this.

@nasircervantes340 4 жыл бұрын

Is it expensive to get him as a guide? Would be worth the stories heard over a camp fire i bet.

@Sharkdog11b 4 жыл бұрын

This was twelve years ago I’m not sure what his prices are now but look up hidden alaska guides and that may point you in the right direction it’s been awhile since I’ve looked myself

@nasircervantes340 4 жыл бұрын

@@Sharkdog11b much appreciated. Wish you the best in life.

@Sharkdog11b 4 жыл бұрын

Nasir Cervantes you as well my friend thank you

@nasircervantes340 4 жыл бұрын

@@Sharkdog11b didn't find him there. Drop me a line if you track him down. I'd greatly appreciate it

@drOBcity 4 жыл бұрын

Man I wish this was a 90 min video. You’re a cool dude Buck.

@akabillyba 4 жыл бұрын

Man, if Freedom wore blue jeans, his name would be Buck.

@andrewc7343 4 жыл бұрын

I could watch/listen/ hang out with buck for days.... that man is living a dream I’ve had since I was a young fella. He started in a time I wish I could have been alive through before the technology we have today

@jeckyll71 4 жыл бұрын

Took me back to the podcast with Buck. I can tell you where I was when I heard that, it left such an impression. Great video. Thank you.

@Artstein3 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers to men like Buck! This was a great production. Hopefully more to come.

@jay_pozz4222 4 жыл бұрын

Now that is the life wow! Absolutely stunning if everyone could wake up to that view everyday the world would be a better place👍

@bykrydr1380 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful. as an outdoorsman it is inspirational to know the connection with nature is 'natural'. It is where we all began; where we evolved from if you will; natural instinct. Buck's story connects to/with many.

@johnhinnen4489 4 жыл бұрын

Not many guys can say that Buck Bowden was their Boy Scout Patrol Leader. Glad I can and inspired to get this glimpse of your stories. Keep loving the life, Buck. Cheers and be well!

@jamesfeldmeyer9173 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best things I’ve ever seen. Thank you meateater crew!

@preyonadventure 4 жыл бұрын

What a life! We currently live the modern Alaska life but dream of a lifestyle like buck. Forget the hustle and bustle this guy has is figured out.

@thomasanderson1783 4 жыл бұрын

Bye far my favorite podcast! Wish this video never stopped! Clicked immediately. Hope to hear you again on the podcast

@RedDeckMarine 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, short film. Please consider doing more of these as well as more documentaries like stars in the sky

@farisdoherty7075 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful human being, God bless him..

@kevinharbach4901 4 жыл бұрын

Great story, well told/well shot/well edited. MORE PLEASE!!

@poet2772 3 жыл бұрын

Wish it was longer...an amazing story of just finding your niche in life and building on that dream. We don’t all fit into that peg in life, like society wants us to. Mike was one of those guys. What an amazing life he’s led. How devastating that fire must have been. So sad...glad to see it didn’t hold him back.

@WeBuildStuff 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the film guys! Would love more of his journey/story!

@jordanabel9762 4 жыл бұрын

These need to be much longer. Just like all episodes of meat eater.

@blainestockwell6957 4 жыл бұрын

I agree!!

@HuntandFish 4 жыл бұрын

Buck leaning against the entrance at the end. That's a vintage lean from a man truly content with his life. He's a cool dude

@Tanker39 4 жыл бұрын

You’re a cool dude , Buck. By far my most beloved episode of The MeatEater. Listen to your story repeatedly and every time I feel like a little kid sitting on the floor awaiting for his favorite story to retold.

@dianewetchler3559 4 жыл бұрын

What a great tribute to a dear friend. Love you Mike!!

@fishlexic 4 жыл бұрын

Great content piece guys. More like these..... i miss having a Das boat episode each week too!

@fearlessfrankie6479 4 жыл бұрын

The ultimate dream for any true outdoors man. I'd do anything for that life! You betcha life I would!

@travisleedom2083 4 жыл бұрын

What a cool frickin guy.

@Eric-gi9kg 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome story. I too have wished doing these things. His thoughts on the was way it was done by the old timers... spot on. Thanks for sharing

@richievallandingham4559 4 жыл бұрын

This is the best! Love this!

@fishnhunt3488 4 жыл бұрын

So envious of this man!

@SwampDonkey530 4 жыл бұрын

A remarkable man, indeed.

@DustyDad63 3 жыл бұрын

Best meat eater podcast to date can’t wait for a return episode

@jimsutton9143 4 жыл бұрын

There should be a movie about this mans life! Amazing story. Lived my dream

@markstuut4024 4 жыл бұрын

Need more it was awesome

@stevesoutdoorworld4340 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Buck!

@allenlarabie8854 4 жыл бұрын

Best Documentary video ever. I'm in the works and found me some milk & honey in the woods. Gonna finish the rest of my live in a cabin built by me in the woods

@TheSurfine39 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the podcast with Buck on it and this is a great short clip of his backyard

@rafaelviscash 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful story.

@WAenduroman 3 жыл бұрын

I feel extremely lucky to have spent some formative years with Buck. My time at mosquito lake, the windy fork and swinging hammer before the fall hunts when I was 19 are some of my fondest memories. Still tell the story of shooting a 16d nail into Bucks leg the day before we flew out.

@ProjectUpland 4 жыл бұрын

Love this new series! Great stories

@PhoenixMountainAdventures 4 жыл бұрын

Inspiration 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@oliverreynolds7188 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’m happy you’re happy Buck! Beautiful video!

@damonghanayem9982 4 жыл бұрын

Big time thumbs up to buck! And to the mugs that posted this. Thanks and keep it up!

@billyconnelly6468 4 жыл бұрын

So Inspirational!

@chrisdeer5659 4 жыл бұрын

You have a great story many of us can relate to and would love to live a life like that. ...Hell I'd like to come help you rebuild!!

@wendellreich766 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video. A true mountain man.

@dankfrank3262 4 жыл бұрын

Bucks podcast was my favorite, thanks for the video.

@derekbushnell1309 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Totally enjoyed that. What a story.

@picklesgonemad4814 4 жыл бұрын

So cool! thanks for making this vid

@justins8086 4 жыл бұрын

Your a cool dude buck, one of my favorite episodes.

@jackswearhart6109 4 жыл бұрын

i could watch these for days... great video!

@dustindavis7499 4 жыл бұрын

You’re a cool dude buck.

@FranciscoGarcia-ni9eg 4 жыл бұрын

When I think the can't be nothing better you come with new awesome history tanks for you passion

@joedunn6523 4 жыл бұрын

Legend. Best Podcast guest so far I think 👍🏻

@boonrobiadek 4 жыл бұрын

That's the definition of success

@Rggrimes16 4 жыл бұрын

Great Story!!!

@steveelford97 4 жыл бұрын

Well, ya'll best be making more of these.

@braydonnichols2093 4 жыл бұрын

Love this so much. Would be awesome if you guys could do more profile videos such as this one on some of the other friends of Meateater.

@BowhuntingRoad 4 жыл бұрын

I can sure see so much of myself in him. Well done.

@sahir313 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. you must be our national hero.

@whanlon8 4 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I’ve seen in a long time

@TexasJungle 4 жыл бұрын

Steve your are a big reason I started my catch cook channel, just this week we made raccoon Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and Armadillo eggs out of actual armadillo meet!

@larryreid4785 4 жыл бұрын

Wicked story , cool guy and beautiful place.

@jonfuruseth6628 4 жыл бұрын

Let’s go!

@Citiglobal88 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful story Amazing life.

@fullyenvenomated757 4 жыл бұрын

Real deal stuff!!

@haudenc8165 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video! More like this please!

@davegingerich4808 4 жыл бұрын

Didnt hear this dude coming from college and bragging how much beer he can drink. He actually got brains and good sense.

@ClimptonDiddlehopper 4 жыл бұрын

I was heading for Alaska when I met my wife. Ended up settling for north woods Wisconsin. Not the same but she wouldnt go. I still dream of it and been obsessed since my uncle worked the pipeline and told me stories

@jake10373 4 жыл бұрын

I moved up to Alaska from Wisconsin about 5 years ago. Built my first log cabin when I was 23 and couldn't imagine ever moving back to the states. There's some kind of primal draw to this place that makes it impossible to leave. Simple living at its finest

@e4engineering654 4 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!

@thewarriorandthegarden1562 4 жыл бұрын

These are great for short series but I think showing more alternative and different ways of hunting,trapping,and fishing would attract more viewers from different communities even though yall main market is towards hunters but meat eater is good enough and entertaining that it can attract more than just hunters I would love to see meat eater become a household name

@shawndickmann8215 4 жыл бұрын

Living the life, true living...I can relate.

@tinysupreme6417 4 жыл бұрын

I was watching Stars in the Sky yesterday and was wondering who this man was. What a bad ass.

@lukepollard8503 4 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite video.

@romanizaboss6641 4 жыл бұрын

Could have stretch this out to a weekly series! Fascination!

@TemplesLongtailsandFurs 4 жыл бұрын

He made for a great digital radio show, and a great video!

@coopoutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool story true inspiration to the outdoorsman in all of us!!

@backwheelbandits2.0 4 жыл бұрын

Living the life 👍

@cozyrules6250 4 жыл бұрын

I love Steve rinella meat eater rules

@davekiss5145 4 жыл бұрын

Right on man.

@sctsct100 4 жыл бұрын

Buck, you know this will inspire other young men as Leroy Shebal inspired me in the 70's to move to Alaska and follow my dreams. And that's a good thing, right!