Face To Face, Life-Changing Alaska Caribou Hunting Adventure

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  • Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
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Комментарии • 257

  • @wendellbell6164
    @wendellbell6164 3 года назад +3

    In 95 my cousin and I did 5 week trip to the The Sagwon River east of the Brooks range for caribou then went west of the Brooks range to Coldfoot jumped into the river went down river for moose and wolf. Our trip turned out very adventurous, sunk boats, lost gear and struggled to stay alive. What a carichtor building time. I lost 42 lbs on that trip. The Lord Blessed us and brought us back home again. Love your videos. Thanks for sharing. You were very blessed on this adventure to. I could have never let go of anybody either it is how we are wired.

  • @jaredallen1149
    @jaredallen1149 3 года назад +4

    Wow... that was one of the best sermons I have ever heard.
    God bless you, Reverend Molls!!!
    This world needs more men like you.

  • @garyjenks1186
    @garyjenks1186 3 года назад +20

    Thank you Billy and Don for this story and your insights. Such an inspiring adventure. When we do hard things is when we learn the most about ourselves and grow the most. Glad you are both safe.

  • @mckenlee5464
    @mckenlee5464 3 года назад +11

    What an adventure! One of the best hunting videos I have ever watched.

    • @firewoodtime2
      @firewoodtime2 2 года назад

      I like Billy's hunting videos best. I was raised old time country. He seems like the type of person I was raised by and around. Honest.

  • @everlyespurrierjr3469
    @everlyespurrierjr3469 3 года назад +2

    Thank you Billy for such great videos. Thanks for sharing the great adventures of Alaska. I'm 77 and still hoping I am able and can get a hunt with you yet.
    I have watched every video you have put out. I have a few medical problems to get over, but I will come to you just for the scenery & pictures even if in a wheelchair. God Bless Everybody....I send Love & Light for All I AM LIGHT, I AM LOVE, I AM TRUTH, I AM !! A Spiritual Being in a Human Experience !!

  • @fbiz01
    @fbiz01 3 года назад +12

    It takes a great adventure to make a great hunting story. There were many lessons taught in this short film. Enjoyed hearing the story.

  • @dennisw9154
    @dennisw9154 Год назад +1

    God Bless You Billy Molly! Your videos are a inspiration for all of us who hunt.

  • @kotyk69
    @kotyk69 2 года назад +3

    I've watched ALOT of hours of youtube hunting videos. This was the only one that made me tear up. I'm 28 years old, not sure if Billy will still be guiding when I make my way north, but if he is I'm going with him. Incredible!

  • @rodtexpatriot1327
    @rodtexpatriot1327 3 года назад +4

    I’m so moved and inspired by the moral character of every person involved in this multiple life changing experience. From the single mom raising four young children after the tragic death of her husband to the hunters overcoming their own demons and of course the heroically humble guide . I have had the misfortune to be the last face seen by someone after a tragic, fatal event and have also been blessed to have been at the right place and time for god to work through me to help save another. I pray that I can continue to surround myself with such exemplary men and women such as these and others. So much to learn and emulate. Thanks for the opportunity to comment. God bless you all .

  • @irenemeno3585
    @irenemeno3585 Год назад +1

    Praise God Billy. This is such a vital and powerful ministry. God is using you. Amen.

  • @joelmcmahan7386
    @joelmcmahan7386 3 года назад +2

    Thank you MDMM Billy M, for sharing these on you tube. It’s the only way I will ever get to see the side of Alaska, that interest me s a hunter and outdoors man, as it should be instead of a show on tv that only shows the good of a hunt. Billy M MDMM is the kind of man that helps hold this world together ( thank you and god bless you all) 👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸

  • @johnoltrogge6333
    @johnoltrogge6333 3 года назад +7

    Special hunt and a special story. Found it very encouraging, not just for life outdoors, but every day.

  • @johnkraemer4647
    @johnkraemer4647 3 года назад +10

    Your stories are mesmerizing....as a hunter all my life, my faith....keep this stuff coming

  • @jimcurrie4031
    @jimcurrie4031 3 года назад +6

    I’ve just started watching Billy’s hunting videos..... I like how you adjust the hunt to accommodate the ability of your hunters. Don... you are a brave soul for throwing yourself into that hunt..... love the Directors cuts at the end... “ how many shots ....I want this on camera”

    • @jamesmonroe6291
      @jamesmonroe6291 3 года назад

      @Jim Currie this is the first video of his I watched. Quite the story. I was just going to tell you to check out How to Hunt on RUclips also. His name is Steve and he has some good ones. Grizzly encounters and Sasquatch.

  • @dirtclodaz.1161
    @dirtclodaz.1161 3 года назад +9

    One of the best stories I have ever watched, Thanks, Billy.
    This story makes me take a different outlook on life.

  • @cphatts
    @cphatts Год назад +4

    Incredible story and thanks for sharing Billy. You’re words about facing fear are so true - I can’t believe how long in life it took me to figure that out - but I’m grateful I have. Every time we look fear in the face we grow - and you said it best - if we’re not growing, we’re dying. Better to life 30 years of adventure than 100 years safe in a corner.

  • @mamabear1260
    @mamabear1260 2 года назад +1

    I have watched video after video how you take responsibility for the people you guide...you are an amazing person. God is with you every time you go out on an adventure. May the Angel's continue to watch over you Billy. I have much admiration for what you do.

  • @rifleman1873
    @rifleman1873 3 года назад +5

    What a great hunting story! Actually, what a great life story!

  • @whisperingoutdoors
    @whisperingoutdoors 7 месяцев назад +1

    I know this is an older video .I just watched it, and I listened to the story you guys were telling, and it's got me crying like a baby! You saved his life and risked yours to do it! Awesome Billy! I just wanted to tell ya.....

  • @jeffereysampier6139
    @jeffereysampier6139 7 месяцев назад +1

    I have watched this many times and it still makes me emotional , wow

  • @brianmckenna1884
    @brianmckenna1884 3 года назад +7

    These are the stories that reaffirm one's faith in humanity. Superb.

  • @steveg1596
    @steveg1596 3 года назад +6

    As always faith based inspiration. Prayers go out to the Johnson family for healing and grace.

  • @kerrydavis5644
    @kerrydavis5644 3 года назад +2

    Your such a inspiration ,your hunting trip with Ron was ment to be ,it was a divine appointment, and Ron thought it was a hunting trip , he fulfilled a long time hunting dream but more importantly he grew as a man and became a better man because of this trip we serve a awesome God

  • @chriswright2870
    @chriswright2870 3 года назад +7

    This is the most reflect-full video I have ever watched. It really made me think about life. Thank you for sharing, Got Bless

  • @letsgobrandon5858
    @letsgobrandon5858 3 года назад +8

    This has to be one of the most inspirational videos I've ever seen!

    • @blackberrylady9265
      @blackberrylady9265 2 года назад +1

      Sure misses Donald Trump...💯👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

    • @firewoodtime2
      @firewoodtime2 2 года назад

      @@blackberrylady9265 we know China and Russia don't..

  • @sallyfrenette9643
    @sallyfrenette9643 3 года назад +4

    That is a trip none of you will forget. Billy, you are an exceptional guide. If my husband and I ever get to do a hunt in Alaska we want you to be our guide. Glad everything turned out okay.

  • @ronaldpretzel7170
    @ronaldpretzel7170 Год назад +1

    so true to face your fears great joy and courage even laughter comes to do even more. 50+ years in Alaska fondest memory with my Son was facing off our first Griz bluff we speak of it every time we meet. Glad your all safe.

  • @BrianSmith-gp9xr
    @BrianSmith-gp9xr 3 года назад +1

    Proud of your mom and you, Losing my dad at 50 was bad. at eight. devastating.

  • @jamesthompson6492
    @jamesthompson6492 3 года назад +5

    Wonderfully done. Great encouragement during these times. There's days are filled with fear but we must gain courage to move forward. This is the best hunting film I've seen.

  • @joelmcmahan7386
    @joelmcmahan7386 3 года назад +11

    Thank god for moms like Dons, and thanks to all the moms that are doing their best for who they love. Keep up the good fight for those you care for today, tomorrow may be to late. God bless everyone who had a hand in this story for us all to learn from and enjoy. Thanks to Don J. MDMM Billy M. And their families 👍🇺🇸

  • @ianschultz9383
    @ianschultz9383 3 года назад +2

    Praise the Lord that He had His guiding hand on all of you. Once again a first class video coming out from MDMM

  • @bjreed6088
    @bjreed6088 2 года назад +2

    Awesome insights, Billy. You are a catalyst who helps people change their lives...for the better!

  • @stevenlcotney5577
    @stevenlcotney5577 3 года назад +5

    Outstanding! Billy, thank you for sharing the adventure and the inspiratiom!

  • @brucewohlers317
    @brucewohlers317 Год назад +1

    I needed some inspiration today and came across this great story....Ive watched it before, but for some reason I listened more intently than ever and it made my day....thanks guys

  • @curtisstickler9667
    @curtisstickler9667 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for sharing the hunt, I pushed my uncle like that this year doing the same thing and it almost turned out bad too. But we made it through the terrible few minutes. He is terrified of water also. Your a awesome man Billy and super person and don’t know you but through your videos what we see is alone hell of an amazing man. Good luck this coming seasons and thanks again for the videos.

  • @deltaf222
    @deltaf222 7 месяцев назад

    Billy & Don, this is a phenomenal video, story, lesson and adventure which has reached out and touched millions of people.

  • @ak_5698
    @ak_5698 3 года назад +3

    I really enjoyed this vlog story. Really tells the story we face in Alaska on every adventure. It can be a life and death choice many times in an hunt. Thank you Billy

  • @hardthornedoutdoors7961
    @hardthornedoutdoors7961 3 года назад +6

    The end cracks me up. That’s why I never talk to much BS when someone misses haha it comes full circle on yah

  • @bonniebratvold5419
    @bonniebratvold5419 Год назад +1

    I've always had a passion for sheep, and can see your an awesome guide. Enjoy all your videos.

  • @fhazen01
    @fhazen01 3 года назад +1

    God is good. Thank you God for the gravel bar. Thank you God for Billy.
    Thank you God for being able to experience these great adventures from the comforts of my living room.

  • @scottcofer942
    @scottcofer942 3 года назад +1

    What a truly challenging hunting trip... the best kind! Billy, having strong faith always helps guide us through our most difficult endeavors however impossible they may seem! Keep that faith!

  • @robertpettit2636
    @robertpettit2636 6 месяцев назад +1

    Just found your show can’t quit watching greatest

  • @mr1alta1keys
    @mr1alta1keys 8 месяцев назад

    What a truly remarkable story and thank god it turned out for the best. Two very humble people

  • @jaycroyle8761
    @jaycroyle8761 3 года назад

    Don, man, I am so utterly proud of you, stepping into that river, knowing you might not come out the other side, that had to be horrifying. On top of everything, you lost your 270!!! I have a 270, a Rem model 700BDL. I have hunted whitetail with it since 1969, killed over 50 deer since way back then. If I lost it would be awful, but your attitude was "I can buy another rifle" so proud of you Don, you are the man. Billy, proud of you too, thank you for keeping your guys safe. My heart was in my throat living this hunt through this video, thank you Billy for documenting and sharing with us all. Jay from Pa.

  • @SteveSnowman
    @SteveSnowman 2 года назад

    Another Great Hunting Story (w/clients from mid-west) and Production/Cinematography from Billy. Thanks.

  • @CutandShoot5x5
    @CutandShoot5x5 Год назад

    What an incredible man & God fearing Guide! I’m proud of a lot of your clients and their ability to put the whammy on their targets!!!

  • @colinjohnston5465
    @colinjohnston5465 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Billy and Don, this brought a tear to my eye.

  • @mikaelwidmark8617
    @mikaelwidmark8617 3 года назад +3

    That was a great storie, i can truly understand Dons feelings about the rivercrossing because i am too a really bad swimmer. Big thanks for all the great films and stories you put up here on youtube Billy.

  • @tommybarrios3307
    @tommybarrios3307 3 года назад +2

    Inspiring story, thanks for sharing.

  • @stanleybuck4195
    @stanleybuck4195 3 года назад +1

    Wow. What an experience. I applaud you Billie as a great guide and even better human being. You are a champion.

  • @Acidman131
    @Acidman131 Год назад

    Awesome story telling and you know the old saying, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

  • @kyleshepherd9130
    @kyleshepherd9130 3 года назад +1

    Great video Billy! God was definitely with you all. As a hunter and in every day life we confront our fears. You are correct...there in no way to conquer those fears without taking them head on, learning from it, and turning 8t into a positive.

  • @leetaylor5958
    @leetaylor5958 Год назад

    Superb story of overcoming fear and redemption! Thank you for sharing 👍🙏

  • @williamhubbard8470
    @williamhubbard8470 2 года назад

    Something learned that day was safety is more important than filling a tag. Hindsight is 20-20. Amazing adventure!

  • @tomdyer4144
    @tomdyer4144 3 года назад

    Such an amazing story. Not everyone would of shared this for fear of what others would think. It speaks to the honor and courage you have to be able to tell this story. What a hunt and adventure!! God bless you Billy!!! Thanks for sharing...love your videos!!

  • @brandonboand
    @brandonboand 10 месяцев назад

    Billy is truly an Angel from heaven 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼thank you for sharing

  • @jefferywine6249
    @jefferywine6249 3 года назад +1

    Awesome story....awesome results. Awesome video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @tracyscheuermann9959
    @tracyscheuermann9959 Год назад

    Got to be the very best story of human will from you and your clients....Salute!

  • @tmalcolm6138
    @tmalcolm6138 3 года назад

    Don you are an amazing man buddy and you make me happy knowing men like you exist. Billy you are a true warrior bud and the worlds a better place with you in it.

  • @billmoore6349
    @billmoore6349 Год назад

    Billy i love it how you are always encouraging and complimentary in the best of times and the worst of times regardless if the quarry is the best or just mediocre. Not everybody comes after Mr. giant but its the experience that we all are after.

  • @edsmercina7157
    @edsmercina7157 2 года назад

    This was completely awesome to watch!!! God bless you all.

  • @handiman5
    @handiman5 3 года назад +1

    A big big Thank You!

  • @chetmcdonald
    @chetmcdonald 5 месяцев назад

    I know how that guy feels, my grandfather was a hunter of the highest order and I never hunted with him a day in my life. He died at 53 and I miss him every day. I have hunted Alaska since 2016 every year and I bought a place up there. I really wish he was around to hunt with me at least once. 😢

  • @deltafoxtrot6092
    @deltafoxtrot6092 2 года назад

    The best Videos on the web. This content is so real. Great work Billy ❤️🇨🇦

  • @jeremiahholmes8445
    @jeremiahholmes8445 2 года назад

    Thank you, guys, for sharing this story. I am glad that you al made it out safe and sound.

  • @tikkathreebarrels
    @tikkathreebarrels 3 года назад

    Superb story. What a great shot at 1hr 03 mins: trotting away and straight down! We all dream of excellent adventures like this one.

  • @tragicmushrooms209
    @tragicmushrooms209 3 года назад

    Hey, you and billy made it through and what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, learn from it but don't dwell on what could have happened because it didn't. I've been there and everyday I smile to myself because I'm still here. Always great films from Mr Molls, please keep them coming. CBS from England.

  • @mschmidt9150
    @mschmidt9150 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for reminding me, I can't really live in the now and face the future if I'm controlled by my past failures and fears.

  • @whooplife9785
    @whooplife9785 4 месяца назад

    Billy, you are an extraordinary human. My dad always said you can count on one thing besides taxes, extraordinary people surround themselves with extraordinary people.

  • @yahstiperkinskiller8907
    @yahstiperkinskiller8907 2 года назад

    Probably one of the best videos I’ve watched.

  • @woolwichmanagement
    @woolwichmanagement 3 года назад

    Hey Billy, another Christian brother here, appreciate these vids,
    I’ve done a couple these trips up into the Alaska Range for sheep, moose and griz.
    It is exactly how you depict it in your films, adventurous, uncertain and adrenaline filled.
    Good job brother

  • @twixme1ster524
    @twixme1ster524 3 года назад +6

    Thank you for sharing your experience, both of you! I can't image how scary that was.
    One question Billy, have you ever guided in the Yukon?
    Greetings from Norway

  • @sonyou98
    @sonyou98 3 года назад +4

    As I kept watching, I started to feel as though this might be the best video I've ever seen. I cried three times and talked to GOD. Thank you Billy. Thank you, Chris Garland, Tacoma Wa.

  • @milesboulton9885
    @milesboulton9885 Год назад +1

    Hey Billy, awesome. Thank you for sharin this with us. I'm thankful for your faith in the Lord Jesus and the testimony you are for His sake. God bless, Miles

  • @mrgboxx
    @mrgboxx 3 года назад +1

    Wow, what a story! You're the best Billy. What a hunt.

  • @patriot2164
    @patriot2164 2 года назад

    Amazing Story to say the Least ! Thanks for Sharing !

  • @ardavazdazizkhani4153
    @ardavazdazizkhani4153 2 года назад

    you are awesome Billy what HEROES are made out of

  • @johnselli9417
    @johnselli9417 2 года назад

    People need to share these videos get him more views. One of my favourite hunting/ film makers

  • @waynegraham7611
    @waynegraham7611 2 года назад

    Billy’s so inspirational, everything he does is to perfection, one thing I gotta do in this life time is a hunt with billy !! Great hunt guys, congrats on a great time as well ✌️🙏🇨🇦

  • @matthewlamb9658
    @matthewlamb9658 2 года назад

    I am speechless, This really touched me.

  • @johndemuth4282
    @johndemuth4282 Год назад

    I’ve been in that very same situation before. We almost went down on the way over. On the way back we decide to lock arms, side by side and that work really well. Much more stable.

  • @optimoprimo132
    @optimoprimo132 3 года назад

    I loved that story! Life experience, words of wisdom and reflection. Thanks guys! I'm glad you are all safe. I'm going to share this with my dad and brothers.

  • @Cuz411
    @Cuz411 3 года назад

    What a great story and story teller. I've produced thousands of episodes of hunting shows and story telling is the hardest part and a dying art. So well done, thank you Billy, hope to meet you some day

  • @johnpomazi9587
    @johnpomazi9587 3 года назад

    Another amazing story. No words really to describe how I’m feeling about this story.

  • @406highlanders
    @406highlanders 3 года назад +4

    Another great film, thanks for sharing. Brings back memories of a trip my dad and I did to Alaska in '97, we got into a tight spot and almost didn't make it home. I think about that trip a lot

  • @joshtaylor1646
    @joshtaylor1646 6 месяцев назад

    AMAZING, so glad I watched this one!!!!

  • @jimherron5540
    @jimherron5540 2 года назад

    Great episode Billy, thanks Don. God Bless y’all. Y’all both have a beautiful family.

  • @donniesceroler63
    @donniesceroler63 2 года назад

    What a story. Thanks Billy and Don sharing this.

  • @RandyHunt19
    @RandyHunt19 3 года назад +1

    Billy one of your best videos well done sir!!!!
    I get so excited to comment always forget to check spelling sorry everyone

  • @champagnewalkersequinemass3568
    @champagnewalkersequinemass3568 3 года назад

    Thank you for sharing. Courage, grit, what people can be capable of. Refreshing and inspiring in this time of selfishness and greed. Thank you.

  • @shaynelhta
    @shaynelhta 2 года назад +1

    last time I went caribou hunting it changed my life also. I left wasilla around 0300, got to Cantwell a couple hours later and stopped at the Chevron for a last coffee and fuel up. My teenage daughter was with me and decided to get the Bomb burrito. Back on the Denali Hwy and an hour later she shit her pants... Changed my life forever. She stunk so bad I started gagging and ended up puking all over the side of the truck... I will never eat or allow a passenger to eat a Bomb burrito before a bumpy trip. After she changed her clothes we shot our caribou just off the road within the hour. We were back to Wasilla that night. The Bomb almost ruined the trip.

  • @frankmarullo228
    @frankmarullo228 2 года назад

    This video was the best one of yours I ever watched.. I am new to your channel , and I hope there ain't to many more like this,,, I don't think I can take it. THANK you Frank from montana....

  • @trainrecked
    @trainrecked 3 года назад

    Excellent hunt and story..I feel certain that Don actually had the most memorable experience of his hunting career...even though all the added trauma of a near diaster..Stories for the years.

  • @ScottRauber
    @ScottRauber 3 года назад

    Sooooooooooooooo thankful everyone survived! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat video. Thank you Billy!!

  • @mathewleben8081
    @mathewleben8081 3 года назад

    What a great story and a testament to the guide life.

  • @feelsgooddoit
    @feelsgooddoit 3 года назад

    I'm a greenhorn guide and your videos are very inspirational and informative, thanks alot!

  • @kerryhurd7738
    @kerryhurd7738 2 года назад

    Wow what a great adventure you guys all rock God Bless you all

  • @Brainmalfuction
    @Brainmalfuction 2 года назад

    thats one hell of an adventure thanks for sharing it.

  • @barrytree6666
    @barrytree6666 3 года назад

    Billy, I when you started across the river I prayed for all of you. Don was so scared. My prayers were answered minus a gun and a few clothes.

  • @kickapootrackers7255
    @kickapootrackers7255 3 года назад +1

    Just watched with my son, a great share brother. 👊💥👍🔥 thanks to all involved, great hunt yall.