Dying, Recovery, and the Channels in 2024.

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3 ай бұрын

On this episode we discuss what has been happening to me over the last few weeks and what the channel may look like in the coming months. From wreck, death, stroke, recovery and more.
Thank you for all your support during my recovery.
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Пікірлер: 637

@VABrowneMDPhD 3 ай бұрын

What a joy is to see you on camera again and to know that you are healing and recovering! While all of us value the amazing photography content that you produce, I think I can speak for this entire community in saying that the genuineness of your humanity, your deep respect and love for wilderness and wild animals, are among the most compelling reasons that we support this channel and join this community. Life is precious and fragile! As a person of faith, I believe that there is much more ahead for you to accomplish! There is much more that you will contribute to your family, community, and the world, and we are all blessed to be a part of that sacred journey with you!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Vaughn

@lbeetech 3 ай бұрын

Hang in there. There is a reason that you're still here. You have a purpose...

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@cathco9 3 ай бұрын

So good to see you, Scott. Thank you for this update. We've been wondering. Sending many blessings for your recovery. ❤

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@chrisbrown6432 3 ай бұрын

I am sad to find out what has happened to you. I wish you well in your recovery. You have been generous with posting information about photography and it is greatly appreciated.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

I appreciate that

@jameslarsen5106 3 ай бұрын

Your content is missed, but your health is the most important. Thanks for the update God Bless.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@jdhamilton4817 3 ай бұрын

My wife survived a blocked widow maker last April but required open heart surgery bypass. Glad you are ok and recovering…..

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@MrJas1455 3 ай бұрын

Scott, as a newer follower and viewer I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your content these past few months... Seeing this video makes me very happy you were blessed to have gotten yourself to medical treatment! May God bless you and allow you to continue with your recovery brother... We will all be praying for you 🙏

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thank you

@bigbassbazza8702 3 ай бұрын

Wishing you a speedy recovery Scott, we are all rooting for you your health is more important than videos we can wait, just get well and we will see you soon.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@CCishere 3 ай бұрын

Scott, what you have been through lately, my goodness! Wishing you all the very best in your recovery. God bless!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

@gcash513 3 ай бұрын

Scott, thanks for the update. Love seeing your storytelling through photos and videos. Prayers for improved health and a speedy recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@andygray7776 3 ай бұрын

A very brave video to make. Wishing you all the best, good health Scott. Looking forward to you being back with more videos when you feel up to it. 🙏

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thank you

@deanstainbrook2839 3 ай бұрын

Thankful that you are still with us, take your time to recover and do it right. Hang in there as we lift you in prayer.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@chrisgrabowski2678 3 ай бұрын

Wishing you the best Scott. I'm rooting for you.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@phillipkeath438 3 ай бұрын

Glad to see you're still with us, Scott. Look after yourself and take as much time as you need to heal properly. Nothing is more important than your own health. Wishing you a speedy recovery. We'll still be here when you're ready.👍🏻

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@robertvaningen 3 ай бұрын

I’m so happy to see you back. God bless.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@MaryarenaSalyarena 3 ай бұрын

Please take your time and no pressure on yourself!! So glad to see you better! In my prayers for a complete recovery! 🙏🙏🙏

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, I will

@jeffolson4731 3 ай бұрын

I am glad you are on the path to a good recovery. Please know that all of us just want you to recover so you can resume doing what you love. While we really enjoy your video content, your health is what matters.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks

@cindyweber4692 3 ай бұрын

Prayers for healing. So sorry that you have been experiencing so many health issues. Thanks you for sharing. Good luck and continued prayers for healing. Take time to heal and take care of yourself.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@isotechimages.9130 3 ай бұрын

Life can change so quick Scott so glad you still here and going to improve over time, love the channel and look forward to future content keep getting better my friend.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@michellekirgan9565 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the update. Wishing you all the best for a fast recovery. I am glad you will still be making content.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@mstorey83 2 ай бұрын

Scott, I am so glad you are still with us and are recovering. I will add you to my prayers. I love your approach to photography and your commitment to all of nature's creatures.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

@stripes_in_raw 3 ай бұрын

Stay safe & strong Scott. And don't feel anxious and rush anything. Everything will improve with time 💪🏽💪🏽

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@roncain6692 3 ай бұрын

Appreciate your content sharing your love of photography with us. Sending prayers for a speedy recovery for you Scott.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@guylorenzo5324 3 ай бұрын

So happy to see you looking well, Scott! Your determination to keep producing content is admirable and appreciated. That said, please take care of your health first. I think everyone of your subscribers will be here when you are ready. Take good care!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

will do and thanks

@ghlocal1 3 ай бұрын

You’re in my prayers brother! Glad to see you back in front of the camera. Wishing you a speedy recovery

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks

@SanJuanMountainBob 3 ай бұрын

Praying for your complete healing and return to health! May the Lord bless you abundantly. 🙏🙏

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thank you

@johnherzel718 3 ай бұрын

Welcome back! Stay awhile. We missed you. Every day is a blessing 😊

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

will do

@BobSouthDakota 3 ай бұрын

Slow and steady Scott, you'll be in our prayers.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks

@BenVogan 3 ай бұрын

So glad to see you. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@markhepples6365 3 ай бұрын

Wishing you a speedy recovery, your health is more important than social media ,

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@newdayinspirations5792 3 ай бұрын

I'm so glad to see this update. I was one of your channel subscribers who was so worried about you. Praying for your blood clot to clear and your health to improve. I am looking forward to whatever content you are up to posting in the weeks to months going forward.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@ballkd1 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful Scott! For a while, we’ll go ‘run that shutter’ around the world, while you go ‘walk that talk’ on your channel until you get stronger ❤ All the best.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Deal!

@vudo2555 3 ай бұрын

Just wanted to say I have been watching you since just after you started your channel. There was video yesterday I watched that really showed how awesome your content has become…it has continually gotten better and better including your level of production. Your Channel has a peaceful sense to it and at the same time has been greatly informative for me not only regarding creative concepts but also your honest comments on the gear you use (which by the way is pretty much everything I seem to use) has been extremely helpful. You are a good heart and my prayers are with you during this time of recovery and renewal. I will be looking forward to what you can get out there during this time and also far into the future. Thank you so much for all you do!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks for the kind words

@randyschwager2515 3 ай бұрын

So great to see you on my phone! Prayers of Thanks for the people who saved your life and more prayers for future full recovery! You are a gift to all of us who follow your channel! Take care of yourself!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@rogersedgbeer 3 ай бұрын

Good to hear from you Scott, looking forward to whatever content you release, till then stay safe and take care of yourself. God bless 🙏🏻

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@DonybrookandBray 3 ай бұрын

Good to see you man. Wishing you a swift recovery, will be staying subscribed, God Bless you and your family. Nice and steady as you go, recovery first.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@nigelpugh7003 3 ай бұрын

To to hear you are recovering take your time no good pushing yourself as we may loose you altogether 😊

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@williambakkernl 3 ай бұрын

Wow Scott... You surely have a guardian angel somewehere. Hope you will feel better soon, but take it easy while recovering! All the best, hope the rest of this year you will feel a lot better!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@donnancb 3 ай бұрын

Holy cow. I checked your channel most days and was getting worried. You’ve been through so much! Thank you for the update and dedication to this channel! I’ve really enjoyed your videos and they’ve helped a lot too. Looking forward to seeing the videos like from Nome,, but focus on your recovery first and foremost!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@Rudy.Pohl.Ottawa 3 ай бұрын

Hey Scott, so great to see you, you look good and sound great!!! Thanks for updating us even though it was hard to do, we really appreciate it. Take it slow and know that we're here for you and with you 🙂 Rudy

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@MoalemTeacher 3 ай бұрын

Glad to know you are ok. Your health comes first. God bless you! Take good care of yourself.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@alangilbertson8239 3 ай бұрын

Good to know you're recovering and I'm looking forward to you getting back to full health. I've been really enjoying your videos and I want to enjoy a lot more. Good luck with the future.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@paulsteward5622 3 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best for a speedy recovery Scott.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@user-hy5ju6ky2k 3 ай бұрын

Take care of yourself, Scott! We're all praying for your recovery!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you

@shelleystoneman 3 ай бұрын

Good to hear from you, thanks for the update, you are in our prayers and will continue to be throughout your recovery.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@labandjbify 3 ай бұрын

Scott really sorry to hear, such a nice guy. Here's to a speedy recovery and you getting back with the camera. All the best wishes going forward for 2024👍

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@Terrytheartist 3 ай бұрын

Hi Scott, I’m so glad to hear from you, it was only yesterday I checked your account to make sure I hadn’t missed any update on your well being so it’s good to see this update, I with all the other supporters of this channel will be sending positive thoughts from wherever we are, take care my friend 👍

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@FlokiXCII 3 ай бұрын

Hey Scott, I never actually comment on videos. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope you come back 120%. Take your time! Best regards from Germany :)!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@MooseManNaturePhotos 2 ай бұрын

Sending you heartfelt well wishes from New Hampshire!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

👍

@Lightsmith_UK 3 ай бұрын

Glad you are still with us - take care of yourself and don't push yourself too hard. 👍

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks

@markwiemels 3 ай бұрын

This is just devastating to hear, but it’s so nice to see you on here again.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark. I'll e-mail you soon.

@jordanmcwilliams5993 3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear you pulled through, I couldn’t imagine what it’s like knowing all of that. We are all here with you my friend !

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@kosowskj 3 ай бұрын

Scott - Keeping you in my thoughts for a complete and speedy recovery. I’ve learned so much from you and have referred you to many of my photographer friends.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@scottneumyer 3 ай бұрын

Thinking of you, dude. Wishing you an excellent recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@Joya5545 3 ай бұрын

Wishing you the best in a quick recovery, take the time you need Scott, we’ll wait. Look after yourself.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@npdesign8202 3 ай бұрын

So good to see your shining smile! Take it slow and never doubt that we will wait for you to be well and doing what you love!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@brshooter1 3 ай бұрын

Great to hear from you Scott. Glad things are headed the right direction. Continued prayers for your recovery.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@lmendezphotography1935 3 ай бұрын

I will pray for your fast recovery, Brother! and don't worry about nothing else right now....

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@4dancers 2 ай бұрын

So sorry to hear all that has happened with you. Wishing you a complete and quick recovery. We love your channel.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thank you

@markwalker8374 3 ай бұрын

Great to see you on the slow path to recovery. Your channel is one of my favourites wth your gear reviews and practical wildlife watching tips (albeit your wildlife is completly different to where i'm living in Thailand)

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@Walkinginthewoods 3 ай бұрын

Get well soon Scott. Looking forward to following your photography adventures in the future.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@jamesgolando8862 3 ай бұрын

Scott, great seeing you. Focus on you and your recovery, we are not going anywhere!!

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@megang1 3 ай бұрын

Hi Scott, I'm so sorry to hear about all your health challenges, and your near death experiences. I wish you a speedy and full recovery. Please take care of yourself.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@hstein27 3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear you're on the mend. My wife and I are pulling for you! Looking forward to whatever content comes down the pipe in the near future, and some fieldwork when you're feeling up to it!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks so much

@renaatmarchand5852 3 ай бұрын

Best Wishes to you Scott, I'm shocked to see you here telling us this, I was not aware of it. Sending you strength and energy from Vancouver Island Canada.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@rdphoto2 3 ай бұрын

Great one Dustin. Glad to see you are feeling better and out just in time for spring wildflowers.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

@tomdearie5165 3 ай бұрын

Sending a cheer from the sidelines in Toronto. Best wishes for a good recovery. 👍🦌

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@2224jnk 3 ай бұрын

Scott - So glad to see you are doing OK. You have been missed, I enjoy and learn as much from your channel as any photographer on YT. But, please take the time you need to recover and go easy on yourself. Cheers, brother!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thank you

@dalecunning868 3 ай бұрын

Just by you posting this. You are inspiring thousands of people. Thank you for that. Again, in thoughts and Prayers for a full recovery and to new adventures.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you

@cryptographerchris4856 3 ай бұрын

Thank God you survived this. Glad to see you again. Take your time getting well. We'll all be here no matter how long it takes.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

👍

@sreenathramanna8881 3 ай бұрын

Good to see you back, Scott! Nice to see you are recovering well. Can't wait for your next video. Take care and best wishes for your quick recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@susanfirth2279 3 ай бұрын

Nice to see you on camera again and to know that you are on your way to recovery. Take your time to heal and get better, we will all be here for you. Take good care.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@csayban 3 ай бұрын

I for one am not going anywhere. Glad to hear you are recovering and looking forward for whatever you choose to share.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@goofinOff235 3 ай бұрын

I am so happy you made it through that ordeal. I am fairly new to wildlife photography and your advice has really helped me. Thank you so much for what you have given to the wildlife photographer’s community. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@rdallen9211 3 ай бұрын

I've been praying for you and will continue to do so. So glad to see you and know that you're recovering. God bless you Scott.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

@alricci 3 ай бұрын

Sending positive thoughts your way, Scott. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Take care.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thank you

@henrievankleef 3 ай бұрын

Hi Scott, nice to hear from you ! Hang in there, stay alive and get beter!! ❤

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@rodrigoshariff 3 ай бұрын

Get outside, go run that shutter never felt so meaningful. So glad to see you alive and on your way to full strength and thanks for sharing your crazy experience.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@Maskl1n 3 ай бұрын

Get well, big man! Take good care of yourself! We will be here waiting for whatever you decide to do next, no worries

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@chimpy9823 3 ай бұрын

Wow Scott, I'm so glad to see you and that you are on the road to recovery 🙏 take it easy mate and concentrate all your efforts on getting better and fighting fit. My prayers and best wishes go to you and your family.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, I will

@relaxingtherapeuticnaturevideo 3 ай бұрын

We're all pulling for you for an excellent recovery!

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@dmakiphoto 3 ай бұрын

Good to see you back. Take care of yourself

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

will do

@DavidPinkus2309 3 ай бұрын

So sorry to hear about your health issues. Take it easy over the next few months and make sure you are not too stressed. Speedy recovery And look forward to watching more of your videos.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Will do and thanks

@user-qv3fd1jc7f 3 ай бұрын

Hey Scott!! So good to see you. Thank you for the update. Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

👍

@MartianCitizen 3 ай бұрын

4 stints and double bypass...I feel you brother. Just keep fighting this and you will come come back. All my prayers. The good lord didn't need you just yet. As always, keep up the good work keep'em flying.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thanks

@DennisMook 3 ай бұрын

Had no idea of your personal challenges. I’m glad to see you’re doing as well as you are. Prayers for a quick and complete recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks

@timnichols3795 3 ай бұрын

Take good care of yourself, and go as slow as you need to. Everybody who follows your channel is relieved to hear you’re okay.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@brianrose2487 3 ай бұрын

Scott just take your time! I will continue too keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Bear print back from the frame shop turned out awesome every one there just loved it! Take care

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for that

@ShannonGraves-nd5mp 3 ай бұрын

Best wishes on an easy recovery. So glad you have a plan for 2024! Sending prayers, love and light from Kentucky.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@TomT-bo1yr Ай бұрын

❤️‍🩹 hope you are doing well. Love your channel and advice. Rest, heal and cherish your blessings brother 🙏🏼🪷

@WILDALASKA Ай бұрын

Thank you, I will

@mariannejohnson5357 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting us know how you’re doing! Have been thinking about you, for sure. Take care, heal, enjoy life.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@toddleech1055 3 ай бұрын

praying for your quick, speedy, and complete recovery......take care of yourself first, the rest will fall into place later...we'll all still be here when you're healed up.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@GB-AK 3 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear about what all happened. Glad you are doing better. Take it easy and only do what you can. Your viewers will still be here.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

than k you

@johnjackson9601 25 күн бұрын

I hope you are recovering well. Take your time returning to work. I will pray for your healing.

@WILDALASKA 25 күн бұрын

thanks

@KingLoopie1 3 ай бұрын

Keep up the great work. Keep healing! Sometimes you find treasures and new ideas in old footage and stuff! 👍

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

will do

@VinceNysse 3 ай бұрын

Speedy recovery buddy, all the very best from the UK! Rest up and get back to your fantastic photography when you’re fit, well and ready.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thx

@barrypage4090 3 ай бұрын

Get well soon all the best take care

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

thx

@PhilThach 3 ай бұрын

Best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.

@WILDALASKA 3 ай бұрын

thanks Phil

@douglasgriffith393 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the update, Scott. Great to see you looking well and hearing that you are on the road to recovery. Best wishes for the coming days and weeks.

@WILDALASKA 2 ай бұрын

Much appreciated