Alder is my choice too for smoking Sockeye. Probably have smoked hundreds of them over the past 43 years living in Alaska. Most of them from the the Russian River on the Kenai Peninsula or from dip netting the Kenai River. I've been so fortunate to be able to live here and enjoy the bounty of fish and game from this incredible place called Alaska. Continue to enjoy your adventure as I watch for the second time.
I am in awe of your wisdom and breadth of knowledge. From the mechanics of the seine boats, to choosing an appropriate smoke wood. I guess you have had mentors and time between adventures for research. I would still be in the shop trying to figure out how to reinforce and gelcoat my hull. Maybe there is a book there...A DIY KAYAKERS GUIDE TO ALASKA.
Good to see you back in action, Todd & please keep going. I'm inspired by your activity to kayak and fish in my close to home water bodies. At least once per week. This is really "gorgeous" (your phrase) to feel free on the middle of 2km wide and wild Vistula (Wisla) river in central Poland. So far the entire local aquatic ecosystem makes fun of my fishing efforts, but it is going to be changed....
Love your videos. I want to get my sea kayak out and do some more paddling but located inland and only lakes. Ops, not thimble berry but Salmonberry Rubus spectabilis, Thimble berry is same genus but different species. If my memory serves me correctly Salmonberry fruits first and thimble berry is later in season,
You're right. I meant to edit that out but passed over it and forgot about it. I got into trouble eating a green berry - got sick - I'll mention that in my next video.
Thank you Todd, I’m enjoying the series tremendously! Question what is your background in the immense knowledge that you have? Did you just grow up around outdoorsman? Do you have a video that mentions your path to this point in your life? Would be very interested if you could reply on this. Thanks
I'm an oceanographer, that helps with the coastal tidal circulation, fishing and weather. Also I was raised camping and did my first kayak camping trip at about 10 years old. My father drew the plans for the first SOT kayak made in the US (Royak kayaks), I've been in a kayak since I was 7. I get out as much as possible, but work gets in the way of my fun at times. Still Alaska is large and new for me, I don't think I have enough years left in me to explore it the way it deserves.
Todd Switzer Thank Todd for your reply to my questions. Very interesting background and since you make it seem so easy, your explorations that is, it now makes total sense.
Alder is my choice too for smoking Sockeye. Probably have smoked hundreds of them over the past 43 years living in Alaska. Most of them from the the Russian River on the Kenai Peninsula or from dip netting the Kenai River. I've been so fortunate to be able to live here and enjoy the bounty of fish and game from this incredible place called Alaska. Continue to enjoy your adventure as I watch for the second time.
You are very lucky to have that supply of sockeye in your backyard.
I am in awe of your wisdom and breadth of knowledge. From the mechanics of the seine boats, to choosing an appropriate smoke wood. I guess you have had mentors and time between adventures for research. I would still be in the shop trying to figure out how to reinforce and gelcoat my hull. Maybe there is a book there...A DIY KAYAKERS GUIDE TO ALASKA.
Thanks, I had a lot of great teachers along the way and I survived a lot of bad choices. I still make mistakes but none are life threatening.
Im really enjoying the series so far Todd.
Good to see you back in action, Todd & please keep going.
I'm inspired by your activity to kayak and fish in my close to home water bodies. At least once per week. This is really "gorgeous" (your phrase) to feel free on the middle of 2km wide and wild Vistula (Wisla) river in central Poland. So far the entire local aquatic ecosystem makes fun of my fishing efforts, but it is going to be changed....
That's great to hear. I can imagine Poland is fairly cold this time of year.
I really enjoyed this. Absolutely breathtaking and I thank you for sharing this fantastic adventure.
I'm glad so many folks enjoy it, that's what makes it worth it for me.
Amazing series! You definitely know what you're doing out there! Keep up the quality videos. I learned a lot from these!
Thanks...and if you watch the next couple videos and you'll see me make big some rookie mistakes.
Todd Switzer haha we all do it. If you're still posting videos they couldn't have been that big of mistakes 😃 keep up the good work 👍
Great job Todd...beatiful...very inspiring...many thumbs up🍳☕
Thanks.
I need smoked salmon NOW ! Man that looked great! Thanks so much for sharing ! Peace
It's tough to beat fish that fresh.
Your videos are the best!!
Thank you very much.
Another great video.
Thanks.
Love your videos. I want to get my sea kayak out and do some more paddling but located inland and only lakes. Ops, not thimble berry but Salmonberry Rubus spectabilis, Thimble berry is same genus but different species. If my memory serves me correctly Salmonberry fruits first and thimble berry is later in season,
You're right. I meant to edit that out but passed over it and forgot about it. I got into trouble eating a green berry - got sick - I'll mention that in my next video.
That's as fresh as it can get! Hungry now .... So, why the Alder and what would be second choice?
It's a lighter tasting smoke than fir or cedar. Fruit woods are a good choice too like pear.
How long did you leave that salmon over the smoke? I like that you're seeing a lot more wildlife this trip than you did the last one.
It spent about 4 hours on the smoke, it came out a bit under done. I did a second one with more heat and it last longer.
Thank you Todd, I’m enjoying the series tremendously! Question what is your background in the immense knowledge that you have? Did you just grow up around outdoorsman? Do you have a video that mentions your path to this point in your life? Would be very interested if you could reply on this. Thanks
I'm an oceanographer, that helps with the coastal tidal circulation, fishing and weather. Also I was raised camping and did my first kayak camping trip at about 10 years old. My father drew the plans for the first SOT kayak made in the US (Royak kayaks), I've been in a kayak since I was 7. I get out as much as possible, but work gets in the way of my fun at times. Still Alaska is large and new for me, I don't think I have enough years left in me to explore it the way it deserves.
Todd Switzer Thank Todd for your reply to my questions. Very interesting background and since you make it seem so easy, your explorations that is, it now makes total sense.
I still make mistakes, I've just been luck to survive them.
fish looks good
Lived on that for a few days. I've never tasted anything like it that I bought from a store.
Nice one Todd.
Stream to plate, doesn't get much better.
Salmon Berries dude!
I could never set up camp and sleep where you are, with all these bears and critters running around..
I bet you could if you had too.
You found the honey hole!
Sure did. Looking back on the trip I regret not spending a few more days at that spot.
@@toddswitzer6799 I wouldnt share the location of a spot like this haha
Sockeye!
Lucky a Mink did not get that fish!