To the Edge of the Arctic: Preparing for the Northwest Passage
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
- We're about to embark on our biggest adventure yet - rowing the ENTIRE Northwest Passage in two rowboats we built ourselves! That's right, along with my fearless partner, Adam Riley, we're taking on one of the most challenging journeys on Earth: navigating the vast and unforgiving Arctic Ocean.
This first episode is just the beginning. We'll take you behind the scenes of the months of preparation that went into this incredible adventure. Witness the blood, sweat (and maybe a few tears) that went into building our rowboats, affectionately nicknamed "kittiwake" and "Dreamer." We'll also document the road trip north to Tuktoyaktuk, the official starting point for our 91-day odyssey.
Get ready for breathtaking landscapes, nail-biting challenges, and a whole lot of camaraderie as we face the unknown together. This is a story of human resilience, pushing boundaries, and the raw power of nature. Buckle up for an adventure you won't forget!
What questions do YOU have about rowing the Northwest Passage? Let us know in the comments below and we'll try our best to answer them throughout the series!
Here is the link for the full boat build and training run:
• Building An Arctic Exp...
A big thank you to the Skotes, KickStarter peeps and all the beauties that helped make this trip possible. ❤️
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Well Matty oh boy, I've been waiting a couple years for this unbelievable adventure ahead! For me i'll sit in my armchair and watch but for you to have experience something like that must have been otherworldly and emotional all at the same time! Thank God you're able to do it because the majority of viewers wouldn't be able to. I can't wait to see the next episode!! Godspeed!
Wow thank you Mr.Botwood, means alot sir. It was the greatest days of my life, this trip.
@@skoteoutdoors from a fellow Newfie to another....you've made the island very very proud! From a top-notch trapper, woodsman and pioneer to now a craftsman and a seafaring voyager you need a well-deserved million+ subs just to get all the exploits you've done out there!
I know possibly this is not the right thing to say but 'since you have now gotten your feet wet' (Lol) a journey for all the ages?.....how about rowing completely around Newfoundland?!
But whatever your next adventure will be, I'll be watching and vicariously living my life through your unmatched Herculean adventures....can't wait!!
Another video that looks like it was produced by a multi million dollar company. Absolutely amazing. Very excited to watch this season!
Naw thanks dude, really stoked to share the rest
Matty, can’t tell you the surprise it was to wake up and see you dropped a video. Hell yeah. So good to hear from you. I hope this series continues. Have a great summer !
Naw man makes me happy reading this. It's been a busy winter, was alot of time to sift through all this footage. Can't wait to share part 2 with you
Guys, you can't imagine how much I envy you for this trip! Can't wait for the next episode.
It really is a place everyone should try in see at some point in whatever manner they can. It's magic up there
Very, very well done, Matty! You are a quiet, humble, and most capable genius with wisdom way beyond your age! Adam and you deserve the best that life can give, and you make a great pair in bringing this to fruition. You take the bull by the horns and make it into the most meaningful ride! No doubt about this! Thanks for sharing the wonderful story which is inspiring and gives me the motivation to also do special things for myself which I often did in the past.
wow thank you Angel, really glad you took the time to watch.
Hey Matty, just trying to get caught up on some of my videos, was super happy to see you had a few put out with your trip. just wanted to give ya props for the narration, videography, editing, this is top notch and by far the best I've seen from ya. Can't wait to see some more, hope all is good my friend. Cheers from New Brunswick, CAN !
ehhh Maritimer! glad to see your name pop back up here. really appreciate that man, thanks for hanging in there. its been a spell. cheers sir!
Hey Matty, I was skoted to see this series finally begin. There was adventure with that flat tire even before the boats were in the water. Can’t wait for the next episode.
Thanks for taking us along with you !
ehh man ya its been a bit hasn't it. There is so much footage from this trip, this series is only scratching the surface. this Sunday morning another episode will be up.
Awesome Matty, I can't wait to watch the entire series. Eagerly waiting the next upload.
God love ya, next Sunday morning sir!
I’ve been looking forward to this. Right on.
Glad to see your name pop up here again, thanks for hanging in there
Absolutely amazing! I am so proud of you guys! The production is top notch! Can't wait for more!
Thanks willy my boy. Could go for a good visit in the lawn chairs right about now lol
Brand new to the channel. I hope this turns into a really long series, and if it does, I’ll eagerly be here watching.
glad to have you aboard! Sunday morning part two will be live.
Damn good job. I'm stoked to witness the journey!
Appreciate ya, thanks for stopping in for a look
Fantastic ,what an adventure yall had ! Cant wait to see all that happened on this journey.
Next Sunday morning. Also some exciting news... along with this youtube series, there will be a full feature documentary produced by PBS that will be available for everyone to enjoy on there network!
@@skoteoutdoors Hope you do in depth video of the food preparations and how the calorie count worked out for yall. Was it enough or not etc. Thanks for all you do,sharing this in my circles on the internet too.
Nice work on the editing! Looking forward to seeing more. Haha I remember stressing for you guys when the tire situation happened and just seeing your gps tracker dot stalled for a while in the middle of nowhere. At least it had a nice view.
Lol thanks Josh. Adam told me all about how keen you were on watching the tracker. Even messaging him to mention things you've seen in our areas on satellite maps.
This is unreal, love it!! Can’t wait for the next one!! ✌️
See you back here next Sunday for part two. Same time ❤️
Wow ! Guy's that's going to be an awesome trip of a life time :) Amazing out with Mother Nature & meeting some new animals 👍
It really is! More to come
Great video Matty ... keep them coming , can't wait until the next one !!
Thanks Craig! Sunday morning sir
The entire process of this video was thoroughly enjoyable.
From the preparation to the flat tire, it all contributes to the larger narrative of life.
I appreciate the dedication and effort put into creating these videos. It is inspiring to see individuals venturing out and exploring our magnificent country.
Well done to you and your team.
Really glad you enjoyed it, people like you are the reason we made these. Much more to come, thanks for watching
This is epic! I can't wait to watch this journey unfold!
My boy
I have been waiting for this adventure! Looking forward to following along. Thanks for sharing. :) :)
Our pleasure! More to come, thanks for watching
Thanks!
Holy shit Gorillagold!! Thank you for this, biggest tip this channel has ever seen. It will go to good use ❤️
@@skoteoutdoors many more to come, your channel is gunna grow:)!!!! What ever your up to, film it ;p
Lets gooo! Been waiting for this for awhile, just woke up to the notification. Cant wait to see all the new content you have Matty!
Yaaa boii stoked that your watching it, lots more coming down the pipe
I have been waiting a long time! Glad to see you survived the ordeal...
Yes sorry it was such a long wait, was alot to process from the trip itself little lone the editing. Thanks for hanging in there ❤️
Matty and Adam, this is so EPIC !!! You guys really did an amazing job with this project. The video is 100% captivating. I really enjoyed this and can't wait for the next episode!
Thank you big dog, means alot coming from the Og himself. Your warm hut crossed my mind multiple times during this trip lol
Rufo wants to know when you’re going to visit again.
Man this is insane the tire even adding to the store great job man can’t wait for the rest and what you have in store for us in the future
man that Dempster highway is a journey in itself, you'd love it.
@@skoteoutdoors yes man definitely what a crazy adventure you guys did here just watched the second one can’t want to see what’s next feels like I’m watching natural geo 😂
Well done, looking forward to the rest of the story. Big dreams.
Can't wait to share it with you, thanks for watching.
I just did a kayak trip in desolation sound. I ended it wanting to do another but think a row boat would make more sense. I absolutely love this video!!!! Thank you
Oh wow what a trip. Can't express how sweet those rowboats are for a big trip. Would highly recommend. The builder is out of Vancouver, you can find his company by searching Angus RowBoats. Tell him I sent ya maybe get a deal 😉
Very, very well done! Matty, you are a quiet, humble, and most capable genius! Damn good job! Adam and you really deserve the best and to work together on the best that life can offer us!
Very happy to get a video from both of you Have been wondering how you both are doing and progressing on your journey. Good video and the scenery was beautiful. Looking forward to another video. All the best and stay safe
Thank you for the encouragement, Susan. There are three more videos coming for this series, hope you enjoy the rest!
I was hoping to see some content from you over the summer😃
There will be more videos following this series that will share some summer fun on the island
I’ve been looking forward to this adventure!
Appreciate your patience. Thanks for staying with us
e p i c ! well done
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video I'm so looking forward to this
Thanks for watching, same time next Sunday part two will be out. Personally I like it better than this one since we are on the water
Hey Matty, OMG I was just thinking about you yesterday, and here your are. So happy to see another video and happier to know you are doing OK. So interesting to see the challenges you guys were faced with. Looking forward to more videos. Take care and be safe.
Naw thanks gypsy, funny how that works sometimes. Think of something then it happens. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for being patient with us
I did the road trip part of your journey in August 2022. I know right where you were when you got the flat.... oh man. Good luck can't wait for the next video.
Wow you really are one of the few then that has experienced that beauty, the dempster highway is unreal isn't it? Another video coming next sunday
What an incredible series I've just found! This is so much more ambitious than the average trip it's awesome! Why did you decide to eat so much protein while paddling? Technically protein doesn't help during an athletic endeavor I actually find it slows me down a lot if I eat it while I'm working. I stick to mostly carbs and fat while working, then eat 2 high protein meals after work and pass right out in a "protein coma" lol.
We were attempting for a balanced macro equation given the scale of the task. Keep in mind, this wasn't for a week or two, but rather four months. Leaning too heavily on carbs and fat could have provided short term energy, but we really needed the protein as well. Overall we were very happy with the food rations and found that we were satiated and generally energized throughout the day. Thanks for watching!
I hope a book comes out of your journey. Victoria Jason’s Kabloona in the Yellow Kayak sparked my interest in the far north.
working on a book now!
commenting to support
Back at ya!
Can't wait for part 2. The kids are going to enjoy this!! Thanks Matty
Makes me happy to hear! Get them dreaming young.
Looking forward to this
Every Sunday for the next bit we will have another one for you to enjoy
hell ya boys cheers from good old rocky mountin
Ehh eh rocky mountin house whata att. Glad to see it pop up, hope you enjoyed +
Here we go boys!!
Thanks Matty
Hope you enjoy!
I would be really interested in all the recipes for the food you had on the adventure
That's a really good idea. I'll try and make that happen
Beeen waiting year n but for this!!!! OMG!!!!
Yes its been awhile, thanks for hanging in there
@@skoteoutdoors no worries bro!!! Your content is next level!!! Well worth the wait!!
Great editing and camera work. Amazing trek!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Can’t wait for the rest!
Can't wait to share it with you! Thanks for watching
Epic!
Wowoo, next Sunday part two baby
May the force be with chew.
Hope someone signs you to a move deal. This would be a documentary worth watching. Stay safe out there.
Well actually there will be! We have partnered with pbs and will be producing a full length documentary premiering later this year
@@skoteoutdoors wow. Thanks awesome brother. Take care
Crazy cool
Glad you liked it Jim
Good work 🍻👨🏻🏭🇨🇦
Thank you! Cheers!
Ahhh yeah, bout time hahaha
Better late than never
I drove to tuk 4 years ago, I brought 4 spare tires. I used them all lol lol
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2500 views!!!! 16hrs in!!!! Common everyone, LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE, let’s help him grow this amazing journey he’s on .
Your a legend gorilla gold. Thanks for the support, does not go unnoticed
Miss your videos brother
Glad to see your name pop up here again, it's been awhile.
Buddddddy
Waaaa
@@skoteoutdoors absolutely epic journey!!! Sooo excited to see this series!!!!
What did you use to grind up your meat for the pemmican? I tried a blender and it didn’t work, so I was thinking a food processor?
we used a very high powered vitamix style blender. If worked...OK, but there were definitely still little chunks of jerky mixed in with the pemmican and it could have done to be a little finer of a powder. But it got the job done!
@@adam_riley So when that happens, do you think heating the whole mixture for a little while would help everything get saturated? Cuz I only have a food processor, amd I’m sure it’ll still be chunky. As soon as the weather cools, I’m gonna dry up a bunch of meat and try it.
@@jimf1964 yeah heating it may help. I think using regular dried meat vs jerky will make a difference as well. We didn’t have the time or capacity to dry all our meat so we bought several pounds of bulk jerky from Costco. I think it was a little harder and thicker than if we had done it ourselves. Back in the day they just used a mortar and pestle so I’m sure it’s possible to get it to a fine powder with a food processor!
@@adam_riley Ahhh, yeah. Jerky is no where near enough dry. You could have just put it in the oven at around 175deg for a few hours to make it drier. I dry a lot of food for camping, and to have preserved food, so I got a pretty good drier.
Even with the drier, I tried it recently and found out it has to be very lean meat though, because it never really dried enough to be "crispy"…..made it into a plain jerky instead.
Thanks for the advice!
@@jimf1964 we did indeed put it in the dehydrator for a while to get it drier. Just wouldn’t bust up to quite a fine enough powder. Didn’t bother us one bit though.
Lord tunderin Jesus captain matt sparrow
Bahahah thats a good handle