Dip Net Fishing Alaska's Copper River | Smoking & Canning Sockeye Salmon
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3 жыл бұрынPerseverance pays off on our annual dip netting trip to the quaint town of Chitina and the wild Copper River. These Sockeye salmon are well worth the effort loaded with extra fat for their long journey and the turbid waters they traverse. We take our catch and fire up the pallet smoker back at the cabin to preserve these prized Alaskan fish.
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@FlyingBeachman1 3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE that there is no music, no captions, no mention of Instagram, no ask for “like and subscribe.” Just pure Alaskan living. Thank you and don’t change a thing.
@hxhdfjifzirstc894 3 жыл бұрын
bing-gooo-ooooohhhh
@josephlutes5978 3 жыл бұрын
I really like watching your videos.Showing how you preserved your food and over coming the up and downs of living there.Good luck you two and keep making these !!
@madeleinec147 3 жыл бұрын
Why does everyone hate on captions, though?
@FlyingBeachman1 3 жыл бұрын
@@madeleinec147 Well, it takes away from the flow of the video if your channel is about day-to-day life or telling a story. If you're trying to tell a story, let it just happen. Also, it's redundant as the youtuber has likely already said what name/place/dish it is that they're about to show so what's the point of also adding in a caption. I think captions are only necessary if it's a non-speaking type of a channel.
@CONEHEADDK 3 жыл бұрын
And no waste of time intro - I hate intros...
@cazee100 Жыл бұрын
“The most beautiful thing, apart from Ariel, that I’ve ever seen” awwww Eric what a lovely compliment to your wife.
@MartinBettler 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. Your teamwork is really very impressive! As is your love and appreciation for food. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you.
@dt3306 2 жыл бұрын
man gota give you guys so much respect and admiration, you guys have fullly adapted to alaska living and being so efficient with everything you guys have learned. from moving from big city living in cali to oregon now to alaska..well done guys and thanks for taking us along with y’all
@RonRay 3 жыл бұрын
Guys, thanks for being _REAL._ I'm so tired of 'clickbait' channels, "acting" out a "clickbait" life for _views._ You are REAL and REFRESHING. Thank you!
@AlaskaPirates 3 жыл бұрын
It’s the best part about this channel.
@alaskafamilykitchen3203 3 жыл бұрын
I agree! As a lifelong Alaskan, they do an excellent job of capturing the real Alaska! Glad you are enjoying it! 🌺 Jen
@ChevieBabySalvatore 3 жыл бұрын
Yay!! Kudos too my fellow Alaskans 💙😂🤘🏽✌🏽
@Userxyz-z2d 3 жыл бұрын
I kno who you are talking about!👍 Yup these guys are the REAL DEAL.
@Loesters 3 жыл бұрын
Also no butt shots in tide leggings from the female part of the couple. So glad to see this couple acting real and "normal". Arial is great and super funny and real. Much more of a real out doors woman then many, many of these youtube off the grid legging girls.
@gustavobio 3 жыл бұрын
If you keep posting these longer videos I'm cancelling Netflix. I'd rather watch this!
@peacefulwife5199 3 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%. This is great information and entertainment. What more could you ask for? Loved the long video.❤
@carmelleabron4058 3 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@freda4336 3 жыл бұрын
Oh absolutely!
@charlenekociuba7396 3 жыл бұрын
LOL It's fun to be with them.
@blaahster 3 жыл бұрын
Who needs Netflix...... these two are gold!
@davidsmith5606 3 жыл бұрын
I cannot express to you how much my husband and I enjoy your stories. I love your appreciation for gorgeous Alaska; your respect for everything around you; animals, fish, edible plants,. Your respect for one another is beautiful. ( I love seeing your wedding rings!) The care that you give to your dogs, cat, chickens, gardens is lovely to see. I cannot tell you how much I've learned about preserving food and seeing you prepare your delicious meals. I could take baking lessons from Ariel. Thank you ever so much for your hard work in bringing us the true Alaska!
@a.j.tennessee4898 2 жыл бұрын
My husband and I agree with everything in your comment we love them too and appreciate watching them every evening you're doing a great job
@Takirua66 2 жыл бұрын
Kia Ora from New Zealand, your love and respect for the land, sustainability, and utilizing every bit of what you catch makes me realize how much I waste every day and take life for granted, so much respect and Aroha to you guys
@lacefreak 3 жыл бұрын
As an elderly woman who has lived and worked my entire life in a major metropolitan city, it has been wonderful watching you both live a different kind of life. It’s a really magical partnership that you have. Thank you for sharing your experiences!
@ivansnegireff2919 2 жыл бұрын
Hi
@chrissyscornerforcollector524 2 жыл бұрын
I agree
@dylantrinder1571 3 жыл бұрын
Some of that scenery looked like it would fit in a Bob Ross painting. I think he was based in Alaska when he was serving in the military. Thanks as usual for sharing.
@michellemitchell5112 3 жыл бұрын
He was in Alaska, the Fairbanks area I believe
@sitioeb 2 жыл бұрын
I know I have said this before but you guys make such a great team! I love to watch y'all work together! Thanks for sharing your life with us.
@morristeeluk9962 Жыл бұрын
Yes, PLEASE post longer videos! Even if it's the same type of content every season, you don't follow a routine, you do it different all the time and learning new ways is always fun!
@kaycampbell8532 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite channel. Feels like I go on vacation every time I watch these two. Love them!❤
@lesleywatkins1172 3 жыл бұрын
I do too!
@bobbiek2960 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. I never want the video to end. >*)(((>
@brendag2891 3 жыл бұрын
They deserve an Emmy, Oscar, Grammy, and every other film award out there for the best scenery, best storyline, raw and real footage, for the strength of their relationship (with each other, the land, their animals), and overall best quality KZfaq content. Absolutely amazing adventure!
@sherryllynnjones7077 3 жыл бұрын
@@brendag2891 Absolutely the very best of all you said!!! 🙏♥️🙏👵
@bobbiek2960 3 жыл бұрын
@@brendag2891 I especially love when they cook in their kitchen, everything’s from scratch and looks so yummy. If they had a cookbook, I would definitely buy it.
@paigesteele4406 3 жыл бұрын
“Bo, Bandit! Please don’t cross the road by yourself!” Lol did they listen ?
@terrig5492 3 жыл бұрын
I loved when she said that ... makes me happy to know I'm not alone when I talk to my dogs like that lol.. As if they understand or ever listen to my advice 😆
@rogerward9492 3 жыл бұрын
@@terrig5492 you would be surprised what dogs do understand.
@kimkennedy8636 Жыл бұрын
Your channel alone has been my primary motivation for learning how to do more for myself from foraging, to gardening, canning and so on. Not hunting or fishing YET! I'm waiting for your gardening/cooking/preserving book soon.
@sherrymuzykazekestravels6793 Жыл бұрын
This is what living life in Alaska is all about. Harvesting and preparing food for winter and to sustain life! Awesome job you two! That was a lot of work!!!
@dinahquillen9380 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, the most beautiful thing besides Ariel. He's a keeper.
@Userxyz-z2d 3 жыл бұрын
I said the same thing!! Men like him are very hard to find. ❤️
@Hometerv 3 жыл бұрын
I melted too!
@johntrojan9653 3 жыл бұрын
In my next lifetime I'm coming back as Eric. (The 3 of you will have to share me) 😁 😁 😁 {*😘*}
@patriciaabell9393 3 жыл бұрын
No wonder the salmon seemed heavier than the actual... you worked so hard with the whole process...its a wonder you guys could stand up! Y'all are a great team, I'll tell you the truth! Nice job guys! Really!:-)
@carolinedenaro866 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with Jane H; Thank you for sharing your life experiences with us. I tuned in for the gardening and got hooked! You both do have a wonderful bond, and love for the outdoors, watching you both, make it magical for me! So please keep them coming! Your fan, Caroline
@princeofzion 3 жыл бұрын
I just live the way you guys are open when things don't work out the way you planned. Loved they way you guys revamped and killed it out there. Oh man, this was a lengthy video and I enjoyed every minute of it even rewinding at times. You guys are amazing.
@bybiddie 3 жыл бұрын
After watching all the driving, hiking, climbing, and fishing, I had to take a nap. That was before all the processing! You two are an amazing team.
@PoliteTeeth 3 жыл бұрын
I can’t believe I get to watch this stuff for free. Y’all are out here putting together HOUR LONG VIDEOS. I feel so spoiled 😂 another great trip for the books! Thanks letting us tag along :)
@janetrodriguez-texeira9672 3 жыл бұрын
such a candid comment and thoughtful from all of us to A and E
@Userxyz-z2d 3 жыл бұрын
Agree! Theres a homesteader whos a bore, clickbait titles, creates drama for content, uses his kids like set props. since the Virus, hes up to 850,000 subs and now is charging to watch! He turned off all comments too. his tiers are $6mo, $15mo & for $30mo he will text reply w/i 24 hrs! The guy hires people to do everything for him on his homestead, so u kno it wont be him texting.
@sumanaraychaudhuri3188 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible! The fish looked gorgeous, smoked fillet looked inviting! The natural beauty of copper river and surrounding area, the drive was so nice, I wished I was there. Thanks for this and all of your videos.
@tomvanloon2150 3 жыл бұрын
I've enjoyed every episode I've watched. For two people who eat a lot of salmon, to hear your comments about how rich and delicious the Copper River salmon is says so much. I'm surprised that you were able to taste such a distinct difference. Thanks for sharing with all of us.
@patdavey2690 3 жыл бұрын
“The most beautiful thing, besides Ariel…” I love your videos and your lovely relationship. Thanks for taking us along.
@BehindTheMask_ 3 жыл бұрын
Eric: “pretty sure that is the most beautiful thing, besides Ariel, that I have ever seen” Me: ❤️💜 falls even more in love with channel than I already am. …. Yeah I know, all that beautiful scenery and gorgeous fish, and all I can focus on is unintentional mushy romantic stuff.. I’m a hopeless romantic give me a break 😂🤷🏻♀️
@emmacurwen8416 3 жыл бұрын
I laughed at that too 🤣
@davidsmith5606 3 жыл бұрын
@@emmacurwen8416 The sweetest
@patburgard2115 7 ай бұрын
Love that you feed yourself and the dogs and chickens nothing was wasted ❤
@simoneconsciousobserver3105 3 жыл бұрын
WOW how awesome to have all that fish on hand for yourselves and the animals. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous!
@bobjarrard 3 жыл бұрын
Arielle, your smile and enthusiasm are a joy to watch plus you carry your own weight, Eric is one blessed fella. Bob J. in Nevada
@nw_blessed1404 3 жыл бұрын
Dude she mans the camera and dogs she even said Eric has a lot of work to do and that he dip netted them all. It’s okay to give appreciation but don’t over due it for a pretty smile.
@bobjarrard 3 жыл бұрын
@@nw_blessed1404 Interesting viewpoint. Mine is not from one post but from almost all if not all of them. Arielle shoots the moose, cuts it up, carries the parts around and then cans/freezes. She lifts the logs, totes the loads as best she can at the new lake cabin. She gets up with hub, seems to be pretty busy with the day to day stuff, drives her own sled, and though not a perfect shovel user, never lets up. Watch her move gravel, compost, manure and the like. In all of this, she is generally enthusiastic, excited about life, hopeful about outcomes, is gentle with her words, kind to her pets, and by my book, I think she is a fine lass but I can find all the pretty faces I want here in Las Vegas that cannot shoot or run a snow blower. She is Eric's wife, I do my best not to covet anyone's stuff, most especially their wives. Not flaming on you, we try to keep it civil and nice on all forums where good folks hang out. Hope you stay around to get a year or more of this couples life in your memory bank. Have a great day. Bob J. in Nevada
@debbierade6598 3 жыл бұрын
This is where you take pictures for your next calendar. : )
@emmacurwen8416 3 жыл бұрын
I would buy one if they did one! As long as they ship to the UK 🇬🇧❤
@farisasmith7109 Жыл бұрын
That scenery is beautiful! That slope with the yellow flowers was just amazing. I really want to visit Alaska now.
@J.......J Жыл бұрын
What a great intro. The scenery you capture is stunning. BTW I have a few favorite parts in this . Of coarse the scenery. Another, It took me a while to stop chuckling when Arielle was climbing up the path with 40 lbs of fish in a back pack . I like that Eric was making available and using a form of fall protection, and the wear life vest. Cutting and cleaning the fish was also a favorite too. It was very considerate of you all for showing this video with fishing. I know you have a lot of work to do with winter season on your mind. Thank you.
@susieast450 3 жыл бұрын
Yes! When I flew into Anchorage and we drove to Soldotna, it was the most BEAUTIFUL drive! We stopped every few miles to admire the view, the entire way home😆😆
@freda4336 3 жыл бұрын
You guys are the real deal. Absolutely genuine and down to earth, and that is why we all love you( gauging from the comments). You use every part of the fish or meat you hunt, that is showing so much respect to the living. No wastage! I don't think I can say enough for you guys. God bless you guys. May you find happiness and the adventures you seek where ever you go.
@christinej2358 3 жыл бұрын
That was awesome! That salmon looks delicious! I like how you showed processing the fish from start to finish product. I know you have some happy dogs getting to eat homemade dog food from all that left over salmon. Thank you for taking us along with you on your fishing experience.
@nalasackey7614 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice to see couples doing this. 👏 👌 Once again thanks for doing this shows. May great God keep blessing 🙌 you all including the beautiful Family dogs too 🐕
@sdole9448 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe build a rolling cart for gear and harvests, with something like jogging stroller or small bike wheels. Use a bike lock to tie it to the tree at the top of the cliff, haul stuff in and out. Save your backs.
@tornfeather1 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I could smell the scenery. How pretty the nature is.
@baptistavasconcelos4131 2 жыл бұрын
I love to see husband and wife working together and so friendly
@AngiesPantry58 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I am power watching your channel tonight. I don't all ways get notified when you upload. So I have to catch up on your videos. I will say it is so Beautiful in Alaska.. Thank you so much for sharing your life. I love that you take the dogs with you. Husband & I lost our fur babies in April of this year. They are in doggy heaven. They was all most 15 yrs old. We so miss them so much. At this time we don't think we could ever fill their spots with any other dogs. Yet it is nice to watch your fur babies enjoying life with their Ma & Dad.. You two are working machines.. We are Blessed to have found your channel. a few years ago. Have a great day or night which ever it may be for you. 😇🤗💞
@apostlepaulvining5688 3 жыл бұрын
Hey youngin's Rev Paul Eustis, Florida. You guy's are on my old stomping grounds, when you leave Chitna 1 1/2 miles past the School on the Chitna Rd. on the right is where I lived and worked on a farm.... So good to see this place again, I know it's changed in the 45 yrs since I was there, but thanks for the memories tho. When dipping a back eddie and swift water dip close to the bank first then work to deeper water that really works too.thanks again youngin's Reverend Paul M Vining Sr Eustis, Fl.
@bl4643 3 жыл бұрын
Scraping remaining salmon meat, faith in humanity restored
@kristyjones7657 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thanks for taking us along! Y’all are so adventurous & brave! I love watching y’all eat & describe the food flavors! It’s really awesome seeing you grow, raise, harvest & catch your own foods! God bless!🙏🏼🕊💙
@tannenbaumgirl3100 3 жыл бұрын
What you need is some sort tear drop trailer to pull along on your travels to sleep in.
@jojoply 3 жыл бұрын
I love that nothing is wasted on these fish. Made me hungry.
@gbpine 3 жыл бұрын
So nice to see how appreciative you both are of each other and the fruits of the land! And not wasting any part of the fish! That salmon looks so amazing!
@mynock250 Жыл бұрын
What a great person to give you a ride, i’m an ultra marathoner and trail runner I could never move 200 pounds of salmon 4 miles through rough trail. Absolutely amazing!
@allenflorindosr3058 3 жыл бұрын
Hi guys, you have shown me some of the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen. I enjoy your videos
@SaLmAn-rq6op 3 жыл бұрын
I love how respectful and nice they are with eachother . He gave her nicest complements just simple genuine words I can tell its from heart ❤
@bjhunt4ever 3 жыл бұрын
How amazingly exciting!! My wife and I literally started cheering out loud as we saw Eric pull that first fish out of the water. Then when we saw the other we cheered aloud again!!
@TRagin1212 3 жыл бұрын
@@bjhunt4ever thx
@SimpleLivingAlaska 3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@kbr6783 2 жыл бұрын
Their teamwork and love is amazing. As a divorced and now single man I am sooooo jealous.
@bigmamaskickche7594 3 жыл бұрын
That sock eye salmon is making me hungry you guys are doing such an amazing job living your best life in the last frontier ALASKA love the simplicity
@augustlindow1162 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve lived on the Kenai peninsula my whole life. You guys are more Alaskan than a lot of Alaskans I know. Well done my family and I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing.
@kimberlyandjimmybuckner3665 3 жыл бұрын
Dear Lord if my car ever breaks down, let me break down in front of their house. I'm purty sure I can get there from NC lol. Great job guys.
@iloveamerica3917 2 жыл бұрын
This was an awesome video. I feel like I'm actually there hanging out with you. Thank you for the window into your life and the beautiful scenery. I learn so much from your channel.
@cassmckinney9945 2 жыл бұрын
Also, it's extremely awesome how you both get along and do everything together. Keep posting 👍
@melissaspaulding2154 3 жыл бұрын
The two of you have been my saving grace through a very difficult time in my life. This channel is therapy for me. I hope you both know you have a far reaching impact on so many. Your videos are more than just informational. They bring joy in an otherwise struggling world. THANK YOU!!
@Rebecca.Robbins 3 жыл бұрын
The look on Ariel's face when she took that first bite of the salmon! It looked like she fell in love with Eric all over again! EVERY single video I think about how completely perfect you two are for each other. I have never seen Eric look quite so tired!
@Johnsoncrna 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, that’s an incredible amount of work! And your jars of salmon look amazing. Thank you for giving us a peek inside your Alaskan lives!
@gracechilcoat9075 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! I'm so proud of you both for all your hard work!
@kimberlyreilly4994 3 жыл бұрын
I am in awe of you both. Your hard work, the way in which you work so well together, as well as your genuine delight to be living the life you live is just so amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us!
@KelJayP 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! I read just yesterday that Copper River sockeye filets are $30/lb up there. Red gold!
@tornfeather1 3 жыл бұрын
Big grocery haul
@brendag2891 3 жыл бұрын
@Gillie Monger In a gift shop they stopped at, in one of their other videos, I think the canned salmon was $15 a jar? Was that when they went to the hot springs in the winter? 35 jars at $15 each is, like, a million bucks ❤️ 💰 🐟 OMG I just googled it, and one jar on Amazon is $121 www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjD87SJnc3xAhVUyrMKHZAdAqEYABAGGgJxbg&ae=2&sig=AOD64_2V6X5uVb-xPHuQqCp0C3NcLY2Wyw&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwiBk6eJnc3xAhUcGVkFHTMZCygQwg96BAgBECY&dct=1&adurl=
@kevinoliver8667 3 жыл бұрын
At Pikes Place fish market in Seattle, copper river kings were going for $100 a pound. Crazyyyy
@KelJayP 3 жыл бұрын
Crazy yes! Right now my grandson is on a Bristol Bay boat catching (bled) Sockeye for $1.28/lb.
@alaskafamilykitchen3203 3 жыл бұрын
The prices are ridiculous! My hubby fishes to fill out deep freezer for the year. Saves us so much money! 🌺 Jen
@jamestalagi7897 Жыл бұрын
So beautiful scenery and mouth watering salmon, wild salmons look great, and great to see great knowledge in processing it
@mtyhntr49 3 жыл бұрын
This is by far my best new Sub. Amazing footage, and epic dip netting. I totally got into the finishing and processing. 1 % wasted if that. Nice haul, great scenery.. Thanks for taking us along,
@bobbiek2960 3 жыл бұрын
That yummy beautiful salmon and I’m here eating a gross hot dog.
@AlaskaPirates 3 жыл бұрын
I like hot dogs.
@stanleygallman7800 3 жыл бұрын
Lawd have mercy the things that a couple of adventures soul's will do in getting a couple hundred pounds of delicious 😋 Red Sockeyes, and I'm so happy that this trip was a success including the beautiful Alaskan scenery thank you so much Ariel and Eric 💞.
@kwajmi79 2 жыл бұрын
What a great haul! My daughter had a good haul dipnetting this year. She ended up with 47+ lbs after processing. So proud of her. It’ll last her the year.
@truthsower4560 2 жыл бұрын
When you dip the net does it have to reach the bottom in order for the fish to go inside it?
@mathbrown9099 Жыл бұрын
Served a whole Copper River at my wife and my engagement dinner. Just like you said, Eric, best fish I ever tasted.
@Betty-qd8st 3 жыл бұрын
Awww he was drooling . I can definitely see them getting upset if not feed on time. WOW, very nice fish. It ended up worth it 👍
@Kreeper_kat 3 жыл бұрын
I like going on the road trip a lot, instead of just filming when you arrive. What a great adventure to watch
@poemsforgod2548 2 жыл бұрын
70 years here and thank you so much for an Alaskan adventure with you I thoroughly enjoyed it and your company is lovely. God love you love Him back Keep looking up
@sandymeier1972 3 жыл бұрын
Love the long videos. Thanks for sharing. You guys are awesome !👏 👍🤗❤️
@bobpeck8013 3 жыл бұрын
Love how you both are on the same sheet of music. Great teamwork Salmon looks awesome I’m sooo jealous. Very happy for you guys. 👍
@janhs3739 3 жыл бұрын
Totally enjoyed this video. You guys are so inspiring and brings back memories of growing up and living off the land where I was born and raised. So great to see Alaska through your eyes and all that you do to survive out there. Thank you so much for your hard work in providing us with your awesome videos.
@Mike-ef7xe 2 жыл бұрын
I have never visited Alaska. I live vicariously through you two. Thank you so much.
@desireeappier3031 2 жыл бұрын
My favorite way to eat salmon collars is by smoking them. You really should try it. It's the best treat. I really enjoy your show. It's makes my husband and I really consider going back.
@mayers19851ify 3 жыл бұрын
One whole hour!! Can’t wait to watch tonight. Having major Alaska withdrawals currently!!
@jaredbaux7119 3 жыл бұрын
Yes them and an Alaskan homestead are in my top KZfaq Chanel’s where I always watch
@bohemiangypsy99 3 жыл бұрын
Michael you will really enjoy this video when you get home tonight. It was exceptional to say the very least. I am in awe of these two young people and have been subscribed since the beginning. Love them both. Michelle
@blaahster 3 жыл бұрын
Same missing Alaska too first year for me living outside in years
@mikedeloye8060 3 жыл бұрын
This might have been one of my most favorite segments ever! From the road trip to the fishing to the prepping the final canning and the meal hey even the dog food. It was just so interesting. A outstanding show!
@terrigross2820 Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh... that had to be the best utube video I have ever watched, and because of my back surgery, I have had time to watch many! I love Alaska, my parents loved living there, and it would have been heaven for me to live there, but sadly they moved back to Ohio before I was born, as my one grandmother was kind of having a fit that she now had two grandchildren, and only had gotten to see them once! I was number four a couple of years later! I'm coming back as soon as I get my two places to where I can leave them!!! I do have to say it was great to come vacation for a couple of weeks with my parents and see a lot of Alaska while they were still with us! The stories and pictures I will remember forever! I do have to say that I still remember all of my great grandparents and grandparents, and not many can say that! I was so blessed to have grown up with all of them to a very rich, wonderful childhood! I guess you can't have it all, Ohio is a long way from Alaska! I wish I could have had both, but family is always more important!!! I got to grow up hanging out on wonderful farms with all of them!
@perrydesilva5323 Жыл бұрын
Respect, to your family values and true goodness of harvesting the bounty of nature.
@tonypainter6744 3 жыл бұрын
I rather miss being up there. I was a lot younger, your age i would guess. When I was there in the early 90's. Three years was not long enough to see all of Alaska. Loved camping of the Talkitna Road. The Ground hogs would try to get into every thing ! Love what you are doing.
@sitioeb 3 жыл бұрын
I love watching the two of you guys! You are such a great team together and the videos shows the respect you have for each other. You are a wonderful role model to others. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Did you make your salmon eggs special like you did last time?
@becomingwildandfree8647 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite thing about your channel is that you do everything together! Love your partnership❤
@alannagilmore8982 2 жыл бұрын
We just got back from the Smokey Mountains and I swore I would never go back! I felt like I was going to fall off the Earth but only while in a vehicle. On my own two feet it was beautiful and breathtaking! Ariel is such a courageous and powerful woman! A role model I would be proud to show my children!! oh yes and Eric too lol!!
@juliesimpson3729 3 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable episode you two! Loved every single moment! Beautiful scenery, fishing segments, awesome canning, dinner etc. Mostly I love how you two love and communicate with each other. A true family channel that there just isn’t enough of!
@joharmon2148 3 жыл бұрын
So much to see along the way to salmon fishing. ALASKA is so gorgeous.
@lakeangel100 2 жыл бұрын
When he said the salmon was the most beautiful thing besides aerial he had ever seen was the nicest thing to hear
@mikestonerhere Жыл бұрын
Third time I’m watching this one now and I’m not kidding Eric’s face on that ATV trailer with all that fish was Priceless! 😂 I love you guys!
@jessicamermaid2438 3 жыл бұрын
What an amazing video!!! I can't believe it was over an hour long! The scenery was stunning and the video was vibrant and steady. The amount of work you guys do is unreal. Where do you get all that energy? It is so impressive how well you guys work together, also. Just wow all around. I never miss a video but so super stoked over this one. -Jessica from Florida 😊
@AlaskaPirates 3 жыл бұрын
The energy comes from eating moose and salmon🤣
@sandraengstrand2784 3 жыл бұрын
The scenery is absolutely stunning!!!
@AlaskaPirates 3 жыл бұрын
It truly is, no matter where you go in this beautiful state.
@alaskafamilykitchen3203 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, we are truly blessed to live here! 🌺 Jen
@goyonglo4807 2 жыл бұрын
I love the simplicity of the smoker. It made me realize that you don't need an expensive complicated smoker to make wonderful smoked fish! Love the couple!
@candih5636 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for bringing us along on your outings. I am so jealous of your views on this trip. It must be so majestic and meditating. You guys rock!
@mauricerodriguez5133 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!! you covered the whole project and fun in a very effective and interesting film!! Well done guys!! Thank you
@billc3405 3 жыл бұрын
That was a enjoyable video. Scenery is awesome. Fishing looked like alot work, sure it was alot of fun once you started catching them. Best part was watching you work together putting up the fish. Being as tired as you both must of been you still made it seem like a pleasant job. Thanks for sharing
@Perseverance4477 3 жыл бұрын
Your guys' life is a constant vacation living in Alaska, truly blessed.
@kthompso43 2 жыл бұрын
Loved being able to relive identical experiences in the 1980s. Thanks for posting your video.
@carmelleabron4058 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy that you use every part of the fish, wasting nothing. That is so awesome! You 2 work hard for your food, that's for sure. Thank you for these videos as I've always wanted to learn to can, and it blows me away how much food you harvest for yourselves. Thank you so much for what you do.
@MyHumbleNest 3 жыл бұрын
AN HOUR LONG VIDEO! MADE MY CHILLIN TIME PERFECT! Those jars will be so pretty on the shelves! Thanks for sharing, you two are living a lovely life.
@rodwoods2108 3 жыл бұрын
Typical fishing, just have to keep trying. Then bam! And In seventy years of outdoors, I never met another American sportsman that would not go out of the way to help fellow sports. I have also passed on the favor. I would have expected no less. I have spent a good amount of time in Alaska. No strangers in the outback. I could tell a great story of my own about sharing with another pair of hunters on a trip that turned hungry for both teams. We supplied the the sheep loin for a great breakfast and they had the rest, of the needs in the middle of nowhere. We ate a whole loin rain and shine. As good as I ever had! Laughs and all! Thanks two those Alaska hunters.
@scottburbridge3170 Жыл бұрын
thankfulness the kind person who gave you a ride.❤
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