Boat Life in Alaska. Running into Bears & Catching TONS Fish!
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- Опубликовано: 27 окт 2023
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You can tell black bear scat from brown bear scat.... black bear scat has grass, and berries in it. Brown bear scat has bones, jingle bells, and smells of bear spray! 😅😂😂 Another great video thanks and enjoy the great state!! And for the fishing, we call it harvesting because that is what it is, we play baseball, soccer, and football for sport 😊
Hi to both of you. My name is Peter, I live on the Isle of Wight in the UK. Thank you for your wonderful videos, I didn't know much about many of the places you sail to but you've transported me to them. Maybe you are adventurous enough to do the things a lot of us would aspire to but for whatever reason can't or won't. So for us mere mortals we'll accompany you from your videos. My wife & I are boaters but of a different kind, we have a motor boat. You guys are travelling thousands of miles on your adventure, the biggest we've done was this summer was a 27 day trip in June to the West Country in the UK. A mere 400 miles but at least we did it. 😊. We are delighted when a new alluringarctic video is posted. You are inspirational and thank you. Peter & Dorothy
that's what bears like too...fish and berries.
they can get pretty unpredictable this time of year....so be careful.
once you're stocked up, do you plan on sailing further south for the winter ?
i think it would cost more to haul out, than spending the winter in cruise.
i just remembered that the Japanese current keeps coastal Alaska Warmer than Here !!!
i am in wisconsin, and the fresh water freezes quicker also....almost every sailboat, on wisconsin shores, needs to haul out in winter ....but you have salt, and the warm current.
the southern islands of the Alaskan archipelago seem like they would be a nice place to winter, if the sea state wasn't too rough.
I think I can speak for most of your viewers when I say how much we appreciate being taken along on your adventure, seeing sights that we would otherwise be unlikely to experience. Many thanks.
For those that don't know, Juho's last name is literally bear in Finnish (Karhu)
That's amazing to know!
In the U.S. we call that snag fishing. A lot of Alaskan's live a subsistence lifestyle, so they are constantly needing to stock up their root cellular and freezers. They are very aware and respectful to what wildlife mean to them, and are thankful to nature for giving them what they need to survive. I love your video's.
Great video, glad you are enjoying Alaska. We live in a Federal subsistence designated area and use the resources to offset the high prices of staples that we need. Some of the methods we use are different than sports fishing. Nothing is wrong about either method as long as it's a sustainable resource. We had a trail camera just up from our cabin that recorded a little over 1900 photos of bears in a months time when the pinks were running. We enjoy watching the bears and don't really worry about them to much. We enjoy the way you portray this part of the world without the hype of all the reality shows.
I crossed a couple Karhu's in the forest. Glad I brought my Finnish spray. Said a bear.
I don't see many cruisers pressure caning, it's a great way to preserve your catch in the boom times.
Maybe it's because of customs and other inspections.
A lot of people microwave bottling their preserves now instead of a pressure cooker. You leave the metal lids on in the microwave process. The mass of the glass to metal ratio allows this. This is a very fast process as it only takes a few minutes. Conversely the pressure cookers and bead makers are great to make jam in.
You guys are 1 in a million,this is an adventure not just sailing 👍
I like your approach to explaining the fishing and potential controversy. I also admire how you share your bear encounter while letting the drama of such a thing appear naturally.
LOL “and now we are going to turn them into alcohol…”
How weak you have to be as a person to need explanations for humans being on the top of food chain...
Lol! Hopefully for your sake, the bear doesn't get so close before you can spray and you produce Karhu poop. Ha ha.
Breathtaking......the berries, fish & bear too 😉. Thank you Juho & Sohvi for capturing this beauty.....not the bear poop 😑. Take care!
btw: It's a pleasure to listen while you both speak Finnish.
Yeah, snagging is legal in Alaska. They even let folks use dip nets up there.
Heres a tip. Keep your fishing rod at 90° to the fish when your reeling it in.. Dont point your rod directly at the fish.
Finally can't complain about you guys not catching any fish
one of the best videos ever seen on RUclips
13:53 “we did NOT can the dog” 😂😂😂😂
To me it’s odd that you call it canning, I wondered how you put fish into a can. We call it bottling in Australia because we do it in glass jars, like you do. I do a lot of preserving but mostly using a dryer, finding jars that seal well is the main difficulty, it is a humid environment and without a perfect seal the dried vegetables begin to rehydrate after about 6 months. I am a keen fisherman too and you’re perfectly correct about the inhumane aspect of commercially harvested or grown fish. Trawler fishing with nets destroys tens of thousands of bycatch fish which wash up on our beach when the trawlers are around. The prawn trawlers also destroy the sea grass “fields” and sea grass is the staple diet of Dugongs which are becoming endangered.
In Canada we call it canning when we use the glass jars too.
Definitely not a sailing related comment, but I listened to a performance of Finlandia last night, what an absolutely magnificent and inspiring piece of music by Sibelius. Everyone in Finland must know that music well. I was in an orchestra many years ago (in Canada) that performed Finlandia, with a choir, and I had forgotten how powerful it is. I never looked for an English translation of the lyrics until this morning. I'm guessing that music was inspired by gaining independence from Russia? Here is the English translation:
Finland, behold, thy daylight now is dawning,
the threat of night has now been driven away.
The skylark calls across the light of morning,
the blue of heaven lets it have its sound,
and now the day the powers of night is scorning:
thy daylight dawns, O Finland of ours!
Finland, arise, and raise towards the highest
thy head now crowned with mighty memory.
Finland, arise, for to the world thou criest
that thou hast thrown off thy slavery,
beneath oppression's yoke thou never liest.
Thy morning's come, O Finland of ours!
Awesome stuff, and all the more relevant given recent events on the other side of the Baltic.
Wow, that is a TON of nagoonberries! You lucked out on the collecting spot, as there is only one berry per plant ... so it's very time-consuming, but the most delicious berry in Alaska!. Bear spray is by far the most successful way to protect yourself, several studies have shown that it's a much better form of protection than guns, as your gun must be powerful enoughn to kill a bear, you need excellent marksmanship, and enough time to set, aim and fire (not always possible if a bear is charging!). Make noise as you walkalong rivers, and watch out for tiny poops (cubs! which mothers protect ferociously!).
No judgement on you fishing methods. You want it for food it's what we all used to do for food. It is sold at a super market, it does not come from a super market Sick show man!
PS: The doctor is is in the house and both of you looking happier for it. Thanks for this great content.
As he dangled from the rope deep inside the crevasse
I am late to the party here finding your channel, BUT I love it. Love the sailing. Your boat is rigged kind of like mine in that hoisting the main is done at the mast. Not the current method these days.
As far as the fishing in this current film, we don't eat meat for ethical reasons. If we did eat it, I feel what you are doing is a much more balanced approach. You are not killing or wounding things unnecessarily. You dispatch them quickly (thanks for not showing that BTW). You eat what you catch.
I also love the fact that you both seem undaunted by sailing around in winter. It seems like many humans in the north hibernate during the dark season. Great channel. My new favorite.
Remember that failure is an event, not a person.
Nicely done. And you are absolutely correct about the white noise from the water making bear encounters more frequent. Some hunters use that to cover their footfalls when snow is exceptionally crunchy. We don't carry a fire arm either, just bear spray. Maybe we'll see you out there.
Its generally advised to pre heat your jars before filling with hot jam and putting in the hot canner. If your not getting any cracked jars out of the canner then its not a problem.
Wow Juho and Sohvi so good to see more amazing drone footage from your channel showcasing the beautiful Alaskan wilderness - it make me yearn to book a trip and get back to good ole mother nature. Don't worry about comment from people criticising your fishing for sustenance - you do it legally and ethically and the meat does not go to waste. I think it is a great tip and showcasing how you preserve the food is bonus footage. Thanks for sharing!
As usual crisp images with great color and smooth editing down to the finest details and the exact right direction and amount of engaging and educational narration. Re salmon in that river mouth, it's legal in Alaska for a reason. Like spearfishing, it seems like a spectacular catch but doesn't even come close to the overall impact of any commercial fishing method.
weed bear is much more chill than the cocaine one ;-). Great episode again. THX
I'm so inspired, Was living in SF when you bought the boat, I'm now living in Seattle, and have dreamt about this sailing trip for over a decade. Currently boat shopping. Will be buying a print for inspiration!
Incredible worx u 2 put out , our native folk don’t do what you people are doing. The landscape is amazing, your talent to explore these lands and sea is without question simply fantastic. California native all my 60 years.
Oh look...this bear poop has a sailor hat in it
Remember that Echinococcus multilocularis is endemic in Alaska, so keep jamming those berries. Also, the bears are differend from our shy ones. Stay safe.
What an amazing journey. To find yourself in wilderness lands that maybe very few others have travelled through must be very special. I’m not sure how keen I would be to be sharing my journey with bears, but I guess it comes with the territory. I’m not a fan of guns for any reason either, but especially not dispatching wildlife that call these land their home. As always very thoughtful and reasoned dialogue about how you go about food gathering.
I don’t carry a firearm when I hike in bear country either. I carry a firearm when I hike in people country 😬😵💫
Bears are a joy to see.
3:18 you forgot to say FRESH BEAR poop🎉
"We did not can the dog." Hahahahaha
I'm following you and I admire your travel . I had a French boat RM 1270 i left La Rochelle in 2017 solo sailing and i was stop by the covid in New Zealand . I write you first to thank you for the dream you give me and also to tell you that this way to conserve the food is excellent I at the last box with tuna coming from the Pacific Ocean 2 years later. In fact if the vacuum is still in place the food is good for a long time and it's delicious because you prepare with spices and olive oil .
I admire your self control in front of these huge bear . You ski also so nicely where nobody has gone before you . Sailing and skiing were also two passions for me but the Parkinson disease decided a complete changing of life that's why i like so much your adventure . Thank you
I think being bear aware is the best safety strategy. You guys clearly know the risks and are aware of your surroundings. Bear spray is just as good as a gun, and honestly, having a gun would complicate sailing without really having any net benefit.
I don’t need a gun, I’ve got a donk
The future is completely open, and we are writing it moment to moment.
Great to see some more videos of beautiful landscapes and awesome adventures
10:45 yes. Take the fish for food. Sport is secondary to food.
Stunningly beautiful scenery 🤩
Some of the best fishing in the world. Good work. The rockfish, cod and king cod are my favorites of what you caught.
All types of fishing… spear fishing, netting etc. don’t see a problem
It’s a few fish for eating, I don’t see a major issue 👍
Spray the lids with oil to prevent rust. Also make sure to remove the rings.
There have been 4 bear encounters this fall around me. A few bears were killed. The hassle of dealing with the Government after isn't worth it. Keep in mind if a bear is charging you defending his territory he will be coming at you at about 30 miles an hour. You will only have a few seconds to react. Be aware you can read the body language, The bear that gets you is the one you don't see or hear. They run through the woods in total silence.
20:35 This shot of Juho and Sohvi sitting together is so cute
Wonderful.. Beautiful .. Enriching and Tasty episode Par Excellence 😊😊😊😊 The bears had a lot to say too in the form of bear Pooooop!!😂
Wonderful adventures, guys. Thanks for posting.
Love how down to earth this is, so chill.
Glad you have plenty of bear spray. From everything I’ve seen bear spray works every time.
Loving this channel, the nature and photography is terrific. Would you consider adding a date to your episodes? As most of us sit in our warm houses, it would be great to think that (for example) last week when I was working or -whatever, at that time or at least day, you guys were checking out bear poop! Or skiing or making alcoholic jam ( there's a thought). I think it would bring you guys and your subscribers closer.
Yes. I agree and we’re also like if you told us your current temperature and your current position on a map. I know you’ve used Maps before but then you move and I lose the adventure. Excellent photography. Thanks for sharing.
You can sing the “hey Bear“ song.
It's interesting to see that you planned in advance to do canning by the utensils you use. Carrying Bear Spray is far better than a gun. Killing animals should be avoided if possible. Very nice and beautiful Video as always. Stay Safe !
Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.
Exceptional photography.
Another fantastic episode. big difference between sport and survival fishing…
Ive gotta say that the Pacific NorthWest of Canada and Alaska has got to be the most beautiful, idyllic and serene place on planet Earth. I've seen some truly beautiful places (I grew up in Far North Queensland in the rainforests and spent a lot of time on the Great Barrier Reef....and that's one of the most amazing places on our planet), but the Pacific NorthWest of the North American continent is truly a cut above the rest. It's given me a truly intense desire to visit....even move there permanently. It's been calling to me for years now. As I get older, the heat on the East Coast of Australia just gets harder to deal with....Canada and Alaska are looking really nice.
_Passage To Junea_ is a GREAT book.
@@dancarter482 I'll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion.
@@VincentNajger1 Bit of a favorite of mine, quite profound. Hope it works for you. _Cheers!_
I love Canada, but honestly, Alaska is the place to be. It's harsh, unforgiving, the weather often sucks, the daylight is manic, 5 months of snow, the wildlife is dangerous and the mosquitoes... You must embrace the suffering. It's beautiful though, and the people are kind and generous.
This place called to me once, I got on a ferry in Washington state and never looked back. That was 25 years ago.
Nice Episode. Thanks for sharing your food preperation. Beautiful scenery.
don't fully submerge your jars when canning. Half or 3/4 up the jar is sufficient.
Drone’s are a game changer far as travel vlogging . Before it was done by helicopter.
Very good storytelling backed up by great video
Great editing!
Love the preserving efforts! Love that you two are working together, love the whole adventure! Nice vieo!
You know, you're one of the channels (in my opinion) to work to commit to! The content is nice, if you really are into the content! But if you are, it's absolutely facinating!
Takk! Love your videos❤ looking forward to the next😊
"The lagoon awaits..." According to Google™ Earth, that lagoon is actually *called* Bear Lake! The imagery I'm seeing was taken when it was much colder, though. The channel that the dinghy is in at 2:43 was completely iced up when it was taken. 59°54'9.00"N 149°34'58.69"W
Fantastic photography and editing as always. Stay safe!
Back in the day , we used to get realy big sea mullet the same way. No longer legal in Australia. Was ok for pure meat gathering . We smoked them & they were also full of row which was the best part also smoked.
We cannot direct the wind but we can adjust the sails.
Wow, I had to stop 40 seconds in on the video and comment on the beautiful scenery. Well done!!!
Bro the good mushrooms are in the cow poop! Not bear poop! 😊😅😅😅
To know your purpose is to live a life of direction, and in that direction is found peace and tranquillity.
Vegetarian bear right up until it runs in to you two. Thens its CARNIVORE bear.
❓️where does a BEAR POOP in the woods ?🙋♂️ Anywhere it wants.🙃😂🤣🤣
I don't particularly like any salmon, but Cod I do like a lot. I don't mind snagging for fish as long as one keeps the fish for consumption. Thank you for the video.
Is it cruel to catch the salmon? No. Just like it’s not cruel for a bear to them with their teeth. And well I agree that using the bear spray to ward off their threat.
19:53 I loled so hard at the hundred thousand comments bit😂😂
Another beautiful video. Like you stated in your video, the pink salmon are on the lower end, here in Washington state we just call them "Humpies" they migrate up the rivers on odd numbered years. In summer when the water level is low you can wade out and will bounce off your legs there's so many of them. I've even caught them bare handed but released them right away.
They are usually smoked or as you have done canned as their a very oily fish.
Sometime if you get a chance put pie cherries with vodka in a jar that also a nice winter treat.
Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with me. Until next time may the wind always fill your sails.😊
I am interested in hearing your "comparison between northern Alaska vs. northern FInland". Does it look the same? Is the wildlife the same? Are there more marinas?
Depending on how north you mean, Northern Finland doesn't really have marinas as we are land locked from the North. If you count the area between North Western Finland and Sweden, there are marinas, but the landscape is very flat.
In general, in the lack of a better English word, the mountains in Finland are much more eroded and older, so the landscape isn't as jagged with high cliffs and tall trees.
@@TeemuSa we dont have many marinas in northern alaska either. Just north of where this was filmed is valdez its our furthest north port that stays ice free in winter
Spectacular!
Great pictures. your doing a great job.
Thanks
I love this guy. He's so honest.
Great video. Thanks
Patricia found the meaning of life in a bowl of Cheerios.
Best bear poop video on RUclips ever! I used to make qumquat jam. One year I thought I'd make healthier jam so I used half the sugar. It all went bad. Don't scrimp on the sugar.
So happy to se that. you are adjusting to Alaska and that nature is rewarding you with some of its riches. It only takes one bear to be interested in you to ruin your day--if not your life. Better be prepared for that one bear, just in case.
I'm an "ethical fisherman" and I yank fish out of rivers for fun on a fly rod and release them, harvesting no benefit but the thrill and fun of the catch. You're honestly causing much less suffering than I am and with good success too! Thanks for sharing. It's awesome to think y'all are out there making it happen right now as I type. Good job living life more or less exactly how y'all want too. It's powerful to manifest your intentions like that. Cheers!
Goodness I was getting Bear nervous from here in New Zealand , we don’t have any such creatures snakes Lions Bears what have you , this place was designed as a bird sanctuary , our national bird the Kiwi forgot how to fly , Great video thanks :-)
Give whatever you are doing and whoever you are with the gift of your attention.
The US Department of Agriculture, USDA, have published scores of comprehensive guides on pressure canning, fermenting, pickling and storage of dried foods online. US universities in agricultural States also have guides published to contribute to safety and productivity. Looks like you already have the equipment.
Oh that rock fish soup is so delicious you should try it
May I say, that this Lady is the most lovely serene woman that I have ever seen
Fabulous outing gathering good food ! Thanks!
Superbra filmer och jag gillar verkligen hur du filmar! Tack för det du gör!
⛵your videos of beautiful landscapes and wildlife always gives a nice sense of peace & joy for which i am always most very thankful🛶♥🌅🌄🕊🙌💖⚓
Thanks for taking us along with you : )
Pink salmon is perfect for making salmon chowder!
If you do not have bear spray, you can get a can of hairspray and a lighter to use it as a flame thrower to keep bears away. Nice canning love it. Any Halibut?
Just stunning footage. Thank you.