This guy blows Discovery and the History channel out of the water with his filming and editing skills, he's an awesome creator, and also crazy for actually doing these extreme trips he's awesome, and thank you buddy ✌️
I live in Pa. I’m a Grandmom and because I’ve never traveled anywhere in this United States let alone Canada, I’m just letting you know I loved this trip you took all the way up to the Arctic Ocean. I loved all of your stops along the way and all your drone scenery. I was in awe of all of your trip, and me at 79 yrs old in November, would never or could never make. Loved it all and will watch more of your traveling. I had an Aunt that lived in Bellingham, Washington, and have 3 cousins with there families that still live in that area. My Aunt lived till she was 105 yrs old. She died of old age in 2020. I really miss her and looked up to her. I was surprised that you said you were from there. I now live alone in my old age near Hershey Park where they make all that wonderful Hershey candy. So I was with you on this trip and that little puppy made the trip all worth while to me anyway. You take care getting back home and a safe trip to you. By the way, my name is Betty and I loved it all. You take care.
I love this guy to. I have a niece around his age many times I’ve thought what a wonderful couple they’d make. She would enjoy his travels and would paint all that beautiful scenery. I too live in Pa
I stumbled onto this video because I follow a couple of other vandwellers, but I could not believe how great this single video was! The trip itself, the drone footage, Chad's positive attitude, and the array of visual and situational presentations was by far the best RUclips video I believe I've ever seen. Great job Chad. Rick
Wow! Thanks for the kind words, Rick! Hopefully you can find some time to check out some of Living the Van Life's previous episodes and travels. Cheers!
I'm 88 yrs old was a truck driver out of Bend, Ore. owned, and drove trucks for over 30 yrs. Ive. been to a few places myself, But this [Your ] adventure, I was just a passenger!! But what a great trip it was !! Thank You for your Fabulous work . I shall go with you again on this adventure. Thanks and God Bless !! KennyMan
Chad, I'm just floored. Absolutely outstanding work on this one! The shots of the mountains and ranges are mesmerizing. I'm surprised the Drone could handle the low temps. Thanks for enriching my life once again by taking trips I'd love to take, but simply can't due to life constraints. You're an amazing human being Brother!
During the watching video I always catch my mind, that I want to push the like button, but then I see that I did this. Why I can't give 100 more likes? Your journey is great, camera views, music, talks, everything. Man you did and doing phenomenal job. Thank you!
Congratulations Chad, on making it to the top of your Arctic mountain! As a 73 yr old grandma with an adventurer’s heart, I loved every minute of your trek!! Your cinematography & editing are spectacular!! Seeing the sunshine on the snowy landscapes were some of my favorite shots. Thank you for taking us along on a trip all of us will not soon forget! Blessings as you continue your travels & Happy Trails! 🙏🏻😊
Don't forget give this a 👍 Gives it a major boost and it's the least we can do for this epic, monumental adventure! Thanks for bringing us along Chad. Love from the UK 🥰
@@LivingTheVanLife the dog at the end of the road made me laugh . He's like, " what's the hundred thousand dollar van for? Why do you need a heater? What, you can't just walk and run for miles? " For you it was a big accomplishment and for him it was just another Tuesday. 😀 Very cool film. The dog was such a great commentary on relativism.. plus it sounds fun to pet a dog in the middle of nowhere at some random house or businesses after a long trip.
Genuinely one of the most beautiful documentary movies I have ever seen. The way you managed to drive over 2500 miles into the cold, snowy unknown while letting us in on the adventure, and all the while being a curious and respectful visitor… really well done. Thank you for this beautiful gift!
Dude them drone shots are epic great editing from the choice of the music to the cinematography it was a great movie what an adventure thank you for taking us along
Watching on my tv but pulled this up on my phone just to see like minded people enthused about the filming (especially the drone) how does he pilot it while driving? There must be a “follow” mode or something of the sorts
I have watched this video 3 times already, entirely. It is safe to say this is the best video I have ever seen. Such beauty,thanks for taking us along in this adventure.
He's fearless💕. He deserves ALL the awards, cinematography, editing, soundtrack, the "script," ALL of it!" I haven't seen them all, but he has to be one of the best film editors, etc on RUclips. 💕
Your a good dude Chad. You spending time with that pup was heart warming to see, as most would never do that. Im a dog lover myself and hope the little guy went back home and is nice and warm on a bed somewhere, where a dog belongs! Keep up the good work sir.
This man deserves a minimum of couple of million views, this video is a hidden 💎. I started sharing this video to all my friends to show some respect to his content. This is mind boggling
Just catching this now. Planning the "same" journey next summer. Lived in Whitehorse in 1968- 69. Returned to the Yukon in 2018 to Keno Hill to experience the Summer Solstice in the midnight sun (bucket list item). Heading to the Arctic Circle in 2025 via the Dempster during the Summer. You have learned about the North in North America. I admire your tenacity. I ice skated in the backyard ice rink in Whitehorse in 45 deg F in 1968. My wonderful mother kept repeating, "After 10 minutes, you've got to sit next to the furnace" (in French Canadian). A wonderful, privileged childhood living in many places in Canada. The Yukon was my favourite. It's all good to experience these adventures. Take care.
I came across this video by chance, and was so impressed by the filming, the scenery, everything, in fact. I’ll defo be watching more of this guy’s videos.
Being honest, this is one of the most incredible documentary I’ve ever seen. There are less that 5 documentary that marked me, and this is one of them. Thank you so much for sharing your trip with us.
Chad - you probably won’t see this, but this is one of the most outstanding RUclips videos I have ever come across. The filming, the narration, the beautiful drone shots, absolutely second to none. I came across your channel 2 years ago and became a subscriber. I watch a lot of your winter camping videos around Christmas time. You truly make these so that we as viewers feel we are right there with you on your adventure. Thank you for all that you do, you are an inspiration! Cody
Sometimes I wonder if people who make these realize what a blessing they are to those of us who can’t travel. I have traveled all over the United States through these videos, and yet it’s hard for me to drive much more than an hour. So thank you so much for your amazing work, it is really wonderful. Keep up the great work.
One of the best things about your channel is that it appeals to every age group! When I have several generations of family over, I can play it knowing everyone will love it and be inspired to go out and find an adventure. ❤
Incredible! May just be my favorite youtube video of all time. I've watched hundreds maybe thousands. Thank you! So nice to be able to go an adventure with you, and just be warm at home. You deserve the joy of actually being there.
Having a van is my utmost dream, a dream that might have to stay a dream. I have rented vans for my holidays here in AU but just unable to afford one. This man is so skilled in cinematography and we are so lucky for him to dedicate his skills to people that love the van life. Thanking you is an understatement.
Chad I hope you read your comments. I just want to say that you’re an inspiration. I’m retired Military and have been through a lot and seen a lot. Your videos have helped me deal with those issues. I sit and watch your documentaries for hours into the early mornings. Thank you Chad, you have no idea the joy and inspiration you bring to many people. God Bless you my friend and God Bless The USA 🇺🇸 ❤
Insane. I don't even know what to say other than your years of knowledge gained through experience is what made this possible, and you made it look easy. That's the sign of a true master of his trade. This was very, very good. Thank you for sharing this experience with us.
I can say your channel and especially this film is one of the most breathtaking real life films I have watched. My friend I have watched several of your films and I am astonished. I have been watching you from Greece (Athens) for a couple of months. I have to say that I find the way you built your mercedes van, the way your organize you travels, the practicality of the storage spaces, the planning of the tools you carry with you depending of the places you travel, the well thought plans, the attention you pay, the proactive attitude on how you are going to deal with emergencies and of course the pictures and videos you present that to the viewer......is AMAZING. Congratulations my friend !!! You have a HUGE GIFT!!!
What an amazing and beautiful video, it was very relaxing to watch the beautiful raw isolation and to appreciate the community of the Northwest Territories. The northern light show was epic, must have been awe inspiring to experience it ! Great work guy and all the best from the UK
Your videography and editing skills are absolutely second to none. That was such a pleasure to watch, although I did find myself worrying about the van, but it performed flawlessly. 👍
Chad, I just spent a lovely evening being fascinated by your well-planned and well-executed adventure! Bravo to you, a modern-day explorer, and thank you for the huge amount of work you obviously put into this massive undertaking. -Kate
Dude, what an epic and cool documentary! This is one of the best video’s I have ever seen on RUclips. Wilderness, snow, Canada, vanlife, solitude, great shots and music. This is my dream documentary. 🤘🏻 Thanks man!
This is probably amongst the top of the most inspirational videos I have ever watched, and I never got sidetracked during the entire length. You show that anything is possible if you are dedicated and put your mind to it. Bravo brother, and here's to many more!
@@LivingTheVanLife I bet! I pass by a huge RV store once every couple weeks that has outfitted vans, and I have to muster up some self control to prevent making a bad decision until I'm retired and fully ready. But only 4 years left, so it'll be sooner than later!
Congratulations, Chad! Dude, you are the ultimate Van Life Hero in my book. I could not have spent a more entertaining and thrilling one hour forty-eight minutes and twelve seconds doing anything else. This video was a testament to your skills, your awesome capabilities as an adventurer, a photographer and a human bei g who is motivated
(Sorry, loose wild finger hit the button) and inspirational. I hope that MB Sprinter and TV execs pick up on this tremendous accomplishment of yours. I am 75 and now wish I had started living the van life years ago when the bug hit me after retiring from the military. Well done, Chad!
Thank you, Alexander. When I can transport my followers vicariously along on my adventures then I know I've accomplished my goals. And it's inspiring for me to hear from my followers on the channel just how much my travels mean to them. Thanks for the kind words. Happy to have you along and thank you for supporting the channel. Cheers!
Wow what an amazing trip, awesome video at first I thought it was a long video but couldn't stop watching till the end. Amazing and breath taking video the drone footage and the landscape being captured it was unreal I felt like I was there. Thanks for sharing this amazing journey can't wait to watch more of your videos and learn more about Canada ,the Yukon Alaska and wherever else you travel too. Need to watch all your videos Can't wait to see what the same trip would look like in summer? Well done Greetings from Brisbane Australia
I salute you, i felt sorry for that puppy almost like all he needed was companionship. That was a beautiful thing you did, bringing it inside to get warm and a hot meal
Man- I love your editing, the background music, taking drone footage while driving and the aurora you captured is out of the world. Enjoyed every minute of you video.
Chad - Wow! This documentary is phenomenal. So well made - kept my interest from start to finish. Thank you for creating and sharing such a masterpiece. All the best to you!
Your cinematography is something that takes you above the tv channels as well. I just love your editing and drone skills. God bless you Chad and cheers to you for acheiving such milestones. Love and respect from India.
You got me at about 17 and a half minutes when you opened your fridge and I saw your sticker that said ''Make America Kind Again''...I had only watched this for the Arctic interest, although I am a van lifer, and I hadn't subscribed until NOW...Indeed...lets make America kind again...from a Canadian neighbor friend and ally who loved loved loved visiting the USA until things got ugly...when I saw Nazi flags being proudly carried down the street in the USA, my heart broke...it was the final straw...and I haven't seen my American friends and family since as I refuse to cross the border until people have learned to be kind again...Love that sticker!...and yes, I subscribed...LOL...love the attitude too....travel safe my friend.
Just found your channel and viewed the artic travel. You are so calm and inclusive in you travels. Thank you so much for the vicarious experience of your journey.
Chad -- One of my favorite YT videos of all times. You deserve several million views for all this hard work and I'm sure you will get them. I know it was brutally cold out there; we sincerely appreciate you taking us along on this "journey of a lifetime". Your van was a real trooper too. Appreciate you looking after that pup. Honestly I have no desire to go to temps that cold but loved your trip there. Drone footage has added another dimension to videos ... especially yours. Finally, I see that global warming has taking noticeable effects on the Artic Ocean / Circle. lol. Great job overall.
Awe you should keep that baby I know he'd appreciate a nice loving warm home. That place is amazing doubt I'll ever get there. I'd try to bring him in again before I went to sleep. That adorable baby would love van life. Thanks for the amazing show of the northern lights.
This is the best video I have ever watched on RUclips, probably the best video I have ever watched on the Internet, and just maybe the best video I have ever watched. I was riveted for every last minute of it. Never stop doing what you're doing, Chad. You're an inspiration to all of humanity. I'm not exaggerating.
This trip has been amazing!!!! I’m new to your channel and I’m absolutely having chills (vicariously) while watching your Arctic video! Love, love, love it!!! Thanks for sharing your work and travel journeys with us!! 🖖🏾
Beautiful scenery, amazingly captured. To film it so well while harshing those conditions and making headway as well is a monumental effort. Enjoyed every bit of the adventure! P.S You look like king Harald from Vikings :D
Way to Go Chad, you did it just like a breeze, you’re so awesome in what you , your video are always enjoyable and this is just so incredible How you made it to the arctic Ocean just like a piece of cake, so smooth travelling, congrats and keep on trucking, may God bless your Every journey
Wow wow wow, this was incredible to watch. The footage is beautiful, editing is phenomenal and the journey was awesome. This was my first time watching one of your videos but definitely won't be the last as I'm now a new subscriber. Keep up the excellent work and best of luck on your travels!
Hey Chad, your documentary was an absolute pleasure to watch straight through. I even tried to track your progress on Google maps through the Yukon, which was incredibly challenging. Adding to the others comments, you are destined for the big leagues. To top this for your next adventure, you might consider making a similar VanLife excursion documentary to the Tierra Del Fuego “Land of Fire.” Very entertaining stuff man 👍
I really like the set up of your Sprinter Van. TIP: Here's a tip to keep your pan from boiling over. Just put a wooden spoon across pan and it won't boil over!
Definitely one of my favorite adventure travel Vlogs on YT. It’s just amazing and breathtaking these winter wonder Tour from LTVL. Chad you are an inspiration and I am tempted to follow into your footsteps. When I cross over sometime to the US and Canada from Europe with my camper I would love to share a Canadian Club with you and share some stories at a camper fire …. Fingers crossed .. keep on trucking … Wolle 🧶 from Sicily 👍🏼
I stumbled on this video today. Chad, you are an artist. This documentary of your trip was awesome. You captured and shared your spirituality with the beauty you felt while there. Nature is so powerful, beautiful, and scary at times. It conveyed all of that in this film. What an amazing trek, a real accomplishment. Life is nothing but wonderful, but you have to go for it and LIVE it. I will be watching more of your travels that are filmed. Thank you and safe travels.
Most people dream of tropical climates - the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, the South Pacific. Not me. I long for Antarctica. Canada has become a more realistic and manageable stand in. So when I saw Foresty do this trip, I almost lost my mind. And now I get to do it again. The first scene of you with the beer is now my background. And I really appreciate you showing some love and respect to the dog by making sure he was accounted for. Just because they are bred for the weather doesn't mean he couldn't have been abandoned, so I'm glad you made sure he got home. Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻💙❄
That was one of the best adventure video I've even seen. I've crossed Canada and Alaska and took a flight to Barrow because I didn't have the courage to drive that road. You inspired me.
You absolutely pushed it to the limit, I watch a lot of climbing videos, aid, high alpine mountaineering, and Everest, and what you did on those remote roads in those nasty conditions rivals the HA expeditions. Thanks for a wonderfully produced and edited video. Bravo!
That's a big compliment and I'll take it as such. The climbing and mountaineering videos are a real inspiration to me. Those guys push through some incredible conditions and are so determined to reach that pinnacle. Relatable for me. Thanks for the kind words, J. Cheers!
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This guy blows Discovery and the History channel out of the water with his filming and editing skills, he's an awesome creator, and also crazy for actually doing these extreme trips he's awesome, and thank you buddy ✌️
agree 100% wish we had more content but realize that to make this type of video takes a lot of time
yes awesome channel
@@hdc2766 also quality>quantity
💯 agree, the dron shots are crazy.
Im Watching it on 230" projector screen in cinema mode.🤯🤯.
One of the channels I never skip adds on.
Thx Chad.👍
Do you need a napkin? He's ok.
I live in Pa. I’m a Grandmom and because I’ve never traveled anywhere in this United States let alone Canada, I’m just letting you know I loved this trip you took all the way up to the Arctic Ocean. I loved all of your stops along the way and all your drone scenery. I was in awe of all of your trip, and me at 79 yrs old in November, would never or could never make. Loved it all and will watch more of your traveling. I had an Aunt that lived in Bellingham, Washington, and have 3 cousins with there families that still live in that area. My Aunt lived till she was 105 yrs old. She died of old age in 2020. I really miss her and looked up to her. I was surprised that you said you were from there. I now live alone in my old age near Hershey Park where they make all that wonderful Hershey candy. So I was with you on this trip and that little puppy made the trip all worth while to me anyway. You take care getting back home and a safe trip to you. By the way, my name is Betty and I loved it all. You take care.
I love this guy to. I have a niece around his age many times I’ve thought what a wonderful couple they’d make. She would enjoy his travels and would paint all that beautiful scenery. I too live in Pa
In love in Lancaster PA let’s travel together 😂😂😂
@@Hustlerfrr that’s not funny, your a young buck and I’m an old married lady
@@lisamillerbuchert9447 I am buying an Earthroamer soon. How old is your niece? I am looking for a good woman. Do they still exist?
@@metalman69201 they do still exist 😊
RUclips needs to bump this up their Algorithm. It should have millions of views. Amazing filming and narration Chad.
Thank you!
I totally agree.
The production value of this guys videos are as good as any documentary I’ve seen, dare I say even better. Absolute joy to watch the adventure.
I stumbled onto this video because I follow a couple of other vandwellers, but I could not believe how great this single video was!
The trip itself, the drone footage, Chad's positive attitude, and the array of visual and situational presentations was by far the best RUclips video I believe I've ever seen.
Great job Chad.
Rick
Wow! Thanks for the kind words, Rick! Hopefully you can find some time to check out some of Living the Van Life's previous episodes and travels. Cheers!
Me also Lol
@@LivingTheVanLife What was the overall price of this build? This looks like a close to 100k build tbh
Thank you so much. !
Absolutely spellbinding!
Awesome footage! Great job,Chad!
Chad filming is out of this world! Congrats man, you are second to none! I must say, Canada is majestic! Thank you! 👍
His channel blows discovery channel easy. Hopefully chad don’t sell his skills the “doohickeys channel” 😂😂his maverick one of kind.😎👍🤙
I'm 88 yrs old was a truck driver out of Bend, Ore. owned, and drove trucks for over 30 yrs. Ive. been to a few places myself, But this [Your ] adventure, I was just a passenger!! But what a great trip it was !! Thank You for your Fabulous work . I shall go with you again on this adventure. Thanks and God Bless !! KennyMan
Chad, I'm just floored. Absolutely outstanding work on this one! The shots of the mountains and ranges are mesmerizing. I'm surprised the Drone could handle the low temps. Thanks for enriching my life once again by taking trips I'd love to take, but simply can't due to life constraints. You're an amazing human being Brother!
Thanks so much, John, for coming along on the adventure and the kind words- Cheers!
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During the watching video I always catch my mind, that I want to push the like button, but then I see that I did this. Why I can't give 100 more likes? Your journey is great, camera views, music, talks, everything. Man you did and doing phenomenal job. Thank you!
I wish I had the heart to do even a tenth of this. So amazing. Thank you for taking us along!
@@overlandecuador4872 With someone experienced like him, sure! On my own? No way.
@@winter_s_44 I am buying an Earthroamer and would love to have a companion. Are you interested?
that doggo welcoming you at the atlantic ocean was the cutest thing ever🥰 And the northern light time-lapse looked unreal. good stuff!
Yeah, taking a dog for his evening walk. Real adventure I'll say.
Atlantic Ocean? I thought it was the Artic? Oh well. I'm still trying to figure out what parts of Alaska borders Canada lol
Where did the poor dog go ? I love dogs.:)
@@maryscavone5622 I was wondering too. I hope he took the dog with him. Seem super sad to just leave him there.😢
@@maryscavone5622 The owners came and got him.
Congratulations Chad, on making it to the top of your Arctic mountain!
As a 73 yr old grandma with an adventurer’s heart, I loved every minute of your trek!! Your cinematography & editing are spectacular!! Seeing the sunshine on the snowy landscapes were some of my favorite shots.
Thank you for taking us along on a trip all of us will not soon forget!
Blessings as you continue your travels & Happy Trails! 🙏🏻😊
Thank you, Judith, for the kind words and your support of the channel- Cheers!
I cried at the end of this video because of how freaking astonish I was. You should be really proud of yourself and what you’ve accomplished 🧡
It was that good .... ❤
What an amazing filmmaker this man is. Over the years watching this man's journey has been amazing.
Don't forget give this a 👍 Gives it a major boost and it's the least we can do for this epic, monumental adventure! Thanks for bringing us along Chad. Love from the UK 🥰
Thank you!!
@@LivingTheVanLife the dog at the end of the road made me laugh . He's like, " what's the hundred thousand dollar van for? Why do you need a heater? What, you can't just walk and run for miles? " For you it was a big accomplishment and for him it was just another Tuesday. 😀 Very cool film. The dog was such a great commentary on relativism.. plus it sounds fun to pet a dog in the middle of nowhere at some random house or businesses after a long trip.
Genuinely one of the most beautiful documentary movies I have ever seen. The way you managed to drive over 2500 miles into the cold, snowy unknown while letting us in on the adventure, and all the while being a curious and respectful visitor… really well done. Thank you for this beautiful gift!
Dude them drone shots are epic great editing from the choice of the music to the cinematography it was a great movie what an adventure thank you for taking us along
Watching on my tv but pulled this up on my phone just to see like minded people enthused about the filming (especially the drone) how does he pilot it while driving? There must be a “follow” mode or something of the sorts
I don't see how you manage the drone so far away and driving. How do you do that? I am A 74 Grandmother. Stay safe . Yes you are blessed 🙌
I have watched this video 3 times already, entirely. It is safe to say this is the best video I have ever seen. Such beauty,thanks for taking us along in this adventure.
Wow! Thanks for your support of the channel, Gloria- Cheers!
Amazing video! Hello from Belgium ! Thank you sharing this!
He's fearless💕. He deserves ALL the awards, cinematography, editing, soundtrack, the "script," ALL of it!" I haven't seen them all, but he has to be one of the best film editors, etc on RUclips. 💕
Fearless? I thought that word was reserved for ghetto rat poets.
Your a good dude Chad. You spending time with that pup was heart warming to see, as most would never do that. Im a dog lover myself and hope the little guy went back home and is nice and warm on a bed somewhere, where a dog belongs! Keep up the good work sir.
I thought the same thing I would have took it with me it seemed to like him perfect dog for van life he stayed right with him.
Love your winter van videos...especially those you do during snow storms....hope you do more!
This man deserves a minimum of couple of million views, this video is a hidden 💎. I started sharing this video to all my friends to show some respect to his content. This is mind boggling
Just catching this now. Planning the "same" journey next summer. Lived in Whitehorse in 1968- 69. Returned to the Yukon in 2018 to Keno Hill to experience the Summer Solstice in the midnight sun (bucket list item). Heading to the Arctic Circle in 2025 via the Dempster during the Summer. You have learned about the North in North America. I admire your tenacity. I ice skated in the backyard ice rink in Whitehorse in 45 deg F in 1968. My wonderful mother kept repeating, "After 10 minutes, you've got to sit next to the furnace" (in French Canadian). A wonderful, privileged childhood living in many places in Canada. The Yukon was my favourite. It's all good to experience these adventures. Take care.
Oops, ice skated in mi us 45 deg F.
I came across this video by chance, and was so impressed by the filming, the scenery, everything, in fact. I’ll defo be watching more of this guy’s videos.
What a well documented adventure, I didn’t want it to end, great job Chad!!
Thank you!
Being honest, this is one of the most incredible documentary I’ve ever seen.
There are less that 5 documentary that marked me, and this is one of them.
Thank you so much for sharing your trip with us.
Chad - you probably won’t see this, but this is one of the most outstanding RUclips videos I have ever come across. The filming, the narration, the beautiful drone shots, absolutely second to none.
I came across your channel 2 years ago and became a subscriber. I watch a lot of your winter camping videos around Christmas time. You truly make these so that we as viewers feel we are right there with you on your adventure.
Thank you for all that you do, you are an inspiration!
Cody
Hey, Cody, glad to have you along for the adventure. My pleasure! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel-
Sometimes I wonder if people who make these realize what a blessing they are to those of us who can’t travel. I have traveled all over the United States through these videos, and yet it’s hard for me to drive much more than an hour. So thank you so much for your amazing work, it is really wonderful. Keep up the great work.
I definitely felt like I was along for the ride. A rather unique opportunity.
One of the best things about your channel is that it appeals to every age group! When I have several generations of family over, I can play it knowing everyone will love it and be inspired to go out and find an adventure. ❤
One of my goals when creating episodes, so glad to hear it's coming through in the content. Thank you!
Incredible! May just be my favorite youtube video of all time. I've watched hundreds maybe thousands. Thank you! So nice to be able to go an adventure with you, and just be warm at home. You deserve the joy of actually being there.
I, too, feel that this is my favorite RUclips video, period!
Having a van is my utmost dream, a dream that might have to stay a dream. I have rented vans for my holidays here in AU but just unable to afford one. This man is so skilled in cinematography and we are so lucky for him to dedicate his skills to people that love the van life. Thanking you is an understatement.
Cheers!
@@LivingTheVanLifewho was that dog and is he alright? Whe you were at the sign
Chad I hope you read your comments. I just want to say that you’re an inspiration. I’m retired Military and have been through a lot and seen a lot. Your videos have helped me deal with those issues. I sit and watch your documentaries for hours into the early mornings. Thank you Chad, you have no idea the joy and inspiration you bring to many people. God Bless you my friend and God Bless The USA 🇺🇸 ❤
Chad, you are the best. Thank you for years of great content and amazing cinematography.
Insane. I don't even know what to say other than your years of knowledge gained through experience is what made this possible, and you made it look easy. That's the sign of a true master of his trade. This was very, very good. Thank you for sharing this experience with us.
Hey, thanks for the kind words and support- Cheers!
Quality worthy of being on prime time on Nat Geo, absolutely amazing production quality.
I can say your channel and especially this film is one of the most breathtaking real life films I have watched. My friend I have watched several of your films and I am astonished. I have been watching you from Greece (Athens) for a couple of months. I have to say that I find the way you built your mercedes van, the way your organize you travels, the practicality of the storage spaces, the planning of the tools you carry with you depending of the places you travel, the well thought plans, the attention you pay, the proactive attitude on how you are going to deal with emergencies and of course the pictures and videos you present that to the viewer......is AMAZING. Congratulations my friend !!! You have a HUGE GIFT!!!
you have no idea how much i appreciate your hard work doing this amazing documentary in Canada, simply love it!!
I am so happy you combined the three part series into this documentary! Enjoyed every moment! Ty!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Chad. What an adventure. Thank you for all your hard work taking us along!
Epic!! Congrats for crossing off something on your to-do list! But also for doing more with less than many. Simply a great trip.
What an amazing and beautiful video, it was very relaxing to watch the beautiful raw isolation and to appreciate the community of the Northwest Territories.
The northern light show was epic, must have been awe inspiring to experience it !
Great work guy and all the best from the UK
They say photography reflects one’s souls. Mind blowing cinematic shots. Respect.
Your videography and editing skills are absolutely second to none. That was such a pleasure to watch, although I did find myself worrying about the van, but it performed flawlessly. 👍
Thanks for watching!
Chad, I just spent a lovely evening being fascinated by your well-planned and well-executed adventure! Bravo to you, a modern-day explorer, and thank you for the huge amount of work you obviously put into this massive undertaking. -Kate
That has to be the most inspirational video I have ever seen !
The planning , guts and determination to make that journey
Is an incredible feat 👍.
This should be in mainstream television everywhere, absolutely absorbing entertainment. Thank you for this. I dare to dream!
The Narration and filming of your adventure, is pure bliss to watch. What a great watch! Kudos to you ! 💯🙏
Dude, what an epic and cool documentary! This is one of the best video’s I have ever seen on RUclips. Wilderness, snow, Canada, vanlife, solitude, great shots and music. This is my dream documentary. 🤘🏻 Thanks man!
This is probably amongst the top of the most inspirational videos I have ever watched, and I never got sidetracked during the entire length. You show that anything is possible if you are dedicated and put your mind to it. Bravo brother, and here's to many more!
Thank you, Fridlz. It was a heck of an adventure!
@@LivingTheVanLife I bet! I pass by a huge RV store once every couple weeks that has outfitted vans, and I have to muster up some self control to prevent making a bad decision until I'm retired and fully ready. But only 4 years left, so it'll be sooner than later!
Congratulations, Chad! Dude, you are the ultimate Van Life Hero in my book. I could not have spent a more entertaining and thrilling one hour forty-eight minutes and twelve seconds doing anything else. This video was a testament to your skills, your awesome capabilities as an adventurer, a photographer and a human bei g who is motivated
(Sorry, loose wild finger hit the button) and inspirational. I hope that MB Sprinter and TV execs pick up on this tremendous accomplishment of yours. I am 75 and now wish I had started living the van life years ago when the bug hit me after retiring from the military. Well done, Chad!
Thank you, Alexander. When I can transport my followers vicariously along on my adventures then I know I've accomplished my goals. And it's inspiring for me to hear from my followers on the channel just how much my travels mean to them. Thanks for the kind words. Happy to have you along and thank you for supporting the channel. Cheers!
Shortest 1hr and 48mins of my life. Thanks for sharing your trip with us.
Most satisfying video of my life..pure peace of mind..keep the great work going..just amazing 👌👌👌
Wow what an amazing trip, awesome video at first I thought it was a long video but couldn't stop watching till the end. Amazing and breath taking video the drone footage and the landscape being captured it was unreal I felt like I was there.
Thanks for sharing this amazing journey can't wait to watch more of your videos and learn more about Canada ,the Yukon Alaska and wherever else you travel too.
Need to watch all your videos
Can't wait to see what the same trip would look like in summer?
Well done
Greetings from Brisbane Australia
This is absolutely amazing. A life so many dream of but aren’t brave enough to do it.
Someone needs to give you a series. Unbelievable as always mate.
Great to see a winter video again. Safe driving buddy 🤙🏻
You really need your own show on the Discovery Channel…Amazing work I watched this from beginning to end and loved it all!! Bravo! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I salute you, i felt sorry for that puppy almost like all he needed was companionship. That was a beautiful thing you did, bringing it inside to get warm and a hot meal
Man- I love your editing, the background music, taking drone footage while driving and the aurora you captured is out of the world. Enjoyed every minute of you video.
Much appreciated! Thanks for watching-
This played out like a full blown documentary, I loved it! Some of your best work yet!
Chad - Wow! This documentary is phenomenal. So well made - kept my interest from start to finish. Thank you for creating and sharing such a masterpiece. All the best to you!
Thank you!
You are awesome man... it is like you take all of us with you. Please keep it up man. Live the dream
I just watched your journey from beginning to end. I loved every minute of it. Not a dull moment.
Your cinematography is something that takes you above the tv channels as well. I just love your editing and drone skills. God bless you Chad and cheers to you for acheiving such milestones. Love and respect from India.
Wow, thank you!
This is incredibly high-quality work by one guy alone !! Amazing ! BGM, picture, editing all come together perfectly to become one master piece !
Thank you for the kind words!
Thank you for sharing this journey with us. It's truly one of the best pieces of content I've seen in a while!
Thank you!
You got me at about 17 and a half minutes when you opened your fridge and I saw your sticker that said ''Make America Kind Again''...I had only watched this for the Arctic interest, although I am a van lifer, and I hadn't subscribed until NOW...Indeed...lets make America kind again...from a Canadian neighbor friend and ally who loved loved loved visiting the USA until things got ugly...when I saw Nazi flags being proudly carried down the street in the USA, my heart broke...it was the final straw...and I haven't seen my American friends and family since as I refuse to cross the border until people have learned to be kind again...Love that sticker!...and yes, I subscribed...LOL...love the attitude too....travel safe my friend.
Your work is phenomenal. I love how you capture the perfect outdoor moments. And you have good music and narrate. Bless you to be safe AT ALL TIMES.
SPECTACULAR, that trip takes more courage than I could ever muster. Thank you for taking us along.
What an incredible experience, you’re definitely living the van life and life! Very inspiring, thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just found your channel and viewed the artic travel. You are so calm and inclusive in you travels. Thank you so much for the vicarious experience of your journey.
Chad -- One of my favorite YT videos of all times. You deserve several million views for all this hard work and I'm sure you will get them. I know it was brutally cold out there; we sincerely appreciate you taking us along on this "journey of a lifetime". Your van was a real trooper too. Appreciate you looking after that pup. Honestly I have no desire to go to temps that cold but loved your trip there. Drone footage has added another dimension to videos ... especially yours. Finally, I see that global warming has taking noticeable effects on the Artic Ocean / Circle. lol. Great job overall.
Awe you should keep that baby I know he'd appreciate a nice loving warm home. That place is amazing doubt I'll ever get there. I'd try to bring him in again before I went to sleep. That adorable baby would love van life. Thanks for the amazing show of the northern lights.
This is the best video I have ever watched on RUclips, probably the best video I have ever watched on the Internet, and just maybe the best video I have ever watched.
I was riveted for every last minute of it.
Never stop doing what you're doing, Chad.
You're an inspiration to all of humanity. I'm not exaggerating.
Your drone footage was incredible. Thanks for taking us on your journey with you. The puppy!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This trip has been amazing!!!! I’m new to your channel and I’m absolutely having chills (vicariously) while watching your Arctic video! Love, love, love it!!! Thanks for sharing your work and travel journeys with us!! 🖖🏾
Welcome aboard, Sandy, and thanks for watching! Cheers!
What an awesome documentary! An amazing adventure! Thanks for sharing it with us. 😊👍🏾
I’ve been following you for a year or two and I’m always blown away by the amazing shots you get. I truly love it man. Keep it up
Fantastic!!! I loved every moment of this. So well shot, the audio is crisp and exciting as well. Truly a great experience to behold.🤘
Beautiful scenery, amazingly captured. To film it so well while harshing those conditions and making headway as well is a monumental effort. Enjoyed every bit of the adventure!
P.S You look like king Harald from Vikings :D
Way to Go Chad, you did it just like a breeze, you’re so awesome in what you , your video are always enjoyable and this is just so incredible How you made it to the arctic Ocean just like a piece of cake, so smooth travelling, congrats and keep on trucking, may God bless your Every journey
Cheers!
Wow wow wow, this was incredible to watch. The footage is beautiful, editing is phenomenal and the journey was awesome. This was my first time watching one of your videos but definitely won't be the last as I'm now a new subscriber. Keep up the excellent work and best of luck on your travels!
Thank you so much for having us along with you. You've got some serious mad skills and talents!. Stunning, awe inspiring, and gorgeous scenery!
Thank you so much!
What incredible bravery, throughly enjoyed going along for the ride to the top of the world. From down under New Zealand. 😊
Chad, you’re inspirational. A wonderful doco. What an extraordinary trip, I’m envious. 😊 Oh and that pup 🐶
Thank you!
Hey Chad, your documentary was an absolute pleasure to watch straight through. I even tried to track your progress on Google maps through the Yukon, which was incredibly challenging.
Adding to the others comments, you are destined for the big leagues. To top this for your next adventure, you might consider making a similar VanLife excursion documentary to the Tierra Del Fuego “Land of Fire.”
Very entertaining stuff man 👍
Oh, yes, M M, been looking at that one... Thanks for the kind words and supporting the channel. Cheers!
I really like the set up of your Sprinter Van.
TIP: Here's a tip to keep your pan from boiling over. Just put a wooden spoon across pan and it won't boil over!
This is not just living life in a van but discovering yourself, stay blessed. 🎉
Definitely one of my favorite adventure travel Vlogs on YT. It’s just amazing and breathtaking these winter wonder Tour from LTVL. Chad you are an inspiration and I am tempted to follow into your footsteps. When I cross over sometime to the US and Canada from Europe with my camper I would love to share a Canadian Club with you and share some stories at a camper fire …. Fingers crossed .. keep on trucking … Wolle 🧶 from Sicily 👍🏼
Best of luck to you, Wolle. Safe travels. Give me a shout when you make the crossing and we'll see what shakes out- Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Great adventure!
He's living in a van...down by the river?
I stumbled on this video today. Chad, you are an artist. This documentary of your trip was awesome. You captured and shared your spirituality with the beauty you felt while there. Nature is so powerful, beautiful, and scary at times. It conveyed all of that in this film. What an amazing trek, a real accomplishment. Life is nothing but wonderful, but you have to go for it and LIVE it. I will be watching more of your travels that are filmed. Thank you and safe travels.
Most people dream of tropical climates - the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, the South Pacific. Not me. I long for Antarctica. Canada has become a more realistic and manageable stand in. So when I saw Foresty do this trip, I almost lost my mind. And now I get to do it again. The first scene of you with the beer is now my background. And I really appreciate you showing some love and respect to the dog by making sure he was accounted for. Just because they are bred for the weather doesn't mean he couldn't have been abandoned, so I'm glad you made sure he got home. Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻💙❄
Cheers! Thanks for joining the adventure, ninjabookitty!
I’m so glad you took care of the dog and made sure he had a home!! Thanks again for sharing your sunset and wonderful journey!!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching!
Oh my gosh that’s so beautiful. I bet for you being there the lights are amazing. Beautiful
At a certain temperature snow gets so cold it is like sand, easy to drive on. My homeland. Good job, this video shows it all.
That was one of the best adventure video I've even seen.
I've crossed Canada and Alaska and took a flight to Barrow because I didn't have the courage to drive that road. You inspired me.
That was insane! Happy for you and appreciate you taking us with you! No way could I do that trip! God bless you brother and keep you safe 🙏
You absolutely pushed it to the limit, I watch a lot of climbing videos, aid, high alpine mountaineering, and Everest, and what you did on those remote roads in those nasty conditions rivals the HA expeditions. Thanks for a wonderfully produced and edited video. Bravo!
That's a big compliment and I'll take it as such. The climbing and mountaineering videos are a real inspiration to me. Those guys push through some incredible conditions and are so determined to reach that pinnacle. Relatable for me. Thanks for the kind words, J. Cheers!