I Drove to the Far North of Alaska (End of the Road)

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  • Опубліковано 21 жов 2022
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    After 6 months of driving, I've finally made it to Prudhoe Bay - the northernmost point of my expedition.
    Currently travelling with Mathilde and Nick of ‪@NextMeridianExpedition‬ ❤️
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  • @evazubeck
    @evazubeck  Рік тому +1323

    Would you jump into the Arctic Ocean with me? 😁

  • @GamerplayerWT
    @GamerplayerWT Рік тому +163

    Raising Vilk and losing sight of your own life is incredible. It goes to show how much love you have for him…and he’ll return it 10-fold throughout his life.

    • @aarongoodwin4845
      @aarongoodwin4845 Рік тому +12

      Exactly! You can already see his effection for her! He is happy and loves her! Always will!

    • @Darkest_Soul_187
      @Darkest_Soul_187 Рік тому

      Yeah, we'll see for how long. She's already bitching about it a lot, how draining it is. Wait till he gets sick, and the vet visits start, administering medication etc.

    • @HarryKuloh
      @HarryKuloh Рік тому +3

      @@aarongoodwin4845 affection

    • @Jayapullani
      @Jayapullani Рік тому +1

      It is very similar to being a mother parent, and for many years mother is the child's guardian angel protecting from what they themselves do not see the consequences of and kind of training them not to kill themselves and be able to survive.

    • @robertallen6028
      @robertallen6028 Рік тому +3

      i'm not sure it's a case of losing sight of your own life as much as the two being combined into one. my dogs become a part of me and the world isn't right unless they are with me.

  • @Matthewkh
    @Matthewkh Рік тому +151

    In March 2014 I was standing in the same location on top of 3 metres of frozen sea ice in the bitter cold and made the same statement that every step here would be a step south to Ushuaia. In May 2016 after 622 days I arrived in Ushuaia and burst into happy tears having travelled 43,000 kilometre…by bicycle. I’ll be watching your adventures with interest. Good luck.

    • @poppawheelie2
      @poppawheelie2 Рік тому +11

      All right! Everywhere I've been, The Haul Road, Argentina, Chile, Ushuaia, Siberia Road of Bones, the adventure bicyclists are there! Always the bicyclists! Congradulations.

    • @avgpiece
      @avgpiece Рік тому +6

      You rode a bike from prudhoe bay to argentina?

    • @ralphacosta4726
      @ralphacosta4726 Рік тому +1

      Wow!

    • @chrisheet523
      @chrisheet523 Рік тому +3

      Your insane but you have my respect.

    • @JoePAcalaughs
      @JoePAcalaughs Рік тому +1

      😳

  • @garytellep5392
    @garytellep5392 Рік тому +34

    I've lived in Alaska almost 50 years and have worked all over it including Barrow and Deadhorse and much in between. You are a strong, sweet spirit Eva, the sort of person that has always gravitated to and then stayed here in Alaska. You would do well living somewhere in our great state, there are never enough you's. I'm glad you enjoyed the ride. Quite by accident I found your channel, lucky me. You bring back some great memories when I was your age and this place was all new. You must come back someday!

  • @user-em2bq8bh8z
    @user-em2bq8bh8z Рік тому +2

    KERFUFFLE.....great word. Haven't heard it in decades. I'm going to bring it back!! Your ability to put your sights, sounds, emotions into words is a gift.

  • @rickyouthouse9583
    @rickyouthouse9583 Рік тому +39

    I worked in Prudhoe Bay for 25 years for Worley, Peak and Halliburton it is the best place i have worked in my 50 years in the oilfield i am retired now but miss working there and the good friends i had there, i have been to remote locations that only a handful of people have ever been
    Good luck on you trip and be safe and careful

    • @RemyCT63
      @RemyCT63 Рік тому +1

      It looks so isolated and depressing. Like being on a space colony on a far away planet. And it looks like there was absolutely nothing to do there other then work. What did you guys do during your time off? Were there cheap flights to other cities in Alaska to go and visit? Just curious to know.

    • @moosepasshippie
      @moosepasshippie Рік тому +1

      ​@@RemyCT63 The flight from Anchorage or Fairbanks to Deadhorse is provided by the company. It is a charter on a 737 and by far the fastest boarding. 15-20 minutes from opening the door to everyone seated ready to go; all oilfield workers. There are many people working up there that live in the lower 48. One guy I worked with lived in Hati. They have to purchase their own flights to and from Alaska. It seemed like everyone worked 12 hour shifts 7 days a week. The company I worked for they didn't pay travel time to the oil pads, so some days were long. Work schedules range from 6 weeks on 2 off to 2 weeks on 2 off. One summer I did 6 on 1 off. Many times, sometimes weeks at a time I had couple hours of work to perform in a 12 hour day. That made it boring and depressing. Housing, food, transportation is provided. My time off was spent catching up on chores and spending time with my family. There are only a few villages in Alaska not on the road system I would think about traveling to and they flights are sometimes more expensive than flying to Seattle. It was a cool experience working up there for 6 years, but I wanted to be closer to my kids as they grew up.

  • @moosepasshippie
    @moosepasshippie Рік тому +61

    I worked in the oil fields of Prudhoe Bay for 6 years. 7-12 hour days 4 weeks on 2 weeks off. The only things I miss is working “night” shift during the summer (sun is out 24 hours), many northern light displays, wildlife, and learning about all the unusual machinery that is up there.

    • @kakarabreu
      @kakarabreu Рік тому +1

      wow! tell us, how you deal with the loneliness there? how is your life there? i'm really curious

    • @AndreiBerezin
      @AndreiBerezin Рік тому

      Please tell me because I need truth. How to read Prudhoe? Is it Prud like in "stud" or Prud like in "understood"?

    • @lelaserruji6036
      @lelaserruji6036 Рік тому

      Yeah..tell us more...

    • @moosepasshippie
      @moosepasshippie Рік тому +1

      @@AndreiBerezin it is pronounced Pru-Doe.

    • @Harold710
      @Harold710 Рік тому

      @@AndreiBerezinpruuuuu

  • @meanderingmarley3910
    @meanderingmarley3910 Рік тому +12

    Tip: When winching, put your hood up. If that cable lets go, you don't want to add a busted windshield to the mix. Same goes for guarding your back window when towing someone out of a fix.

  • @lyfandeth
    @lyfandeth Рік тому +8

    Have you ever realized that dogs wake up smiling and joyful every morning? I envy them that.

  • @fittobetiedyed5315
    @fittobetiedyed5315 Рік тому +27

    Loved your comments about raising Vilk. You won't remember me encouraging you at the beginning of your life together, but I'm glad you realize how much a dog can enrich your life. Choosing a dog is one thing, but there's nothing more special than when a dog chooses you.

  • @lexihenny6589
    @lexihenny6589 Рік тому +129

    The desolate vibe here reminds me of my first night in Iceland last year, leaving the airport at 11 pm and seeing only an endless field of contorted grey-black stone receding into the gloom, and in the distance the flickering light of the volcano. It felt like entering Mordor, but was stunning in its own way.

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +26

      Mordor is the word!!! Glad you can relate :)

    • @mattp422
      @mattp422 Рік тому +6

      That was my first thought too! It reminds me of the rocky part of the black sand beach on the Southern coast (minus the basalt towers).

    • @jimgreen5788
      @jimgreen5788 Рік тому +2

      Lexi Henny, it's one of the black sand beaches of Iceland on which they filmed the opening scene of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.

  • @BimmerWon
    @BimmerWon Рік тому +95

    Alaska is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve gone further north than you were supposed to.

    • @bendalton5221
      @bendalton5221 Рік тому +13

      yeah, you don't understand the meaning of the word "remote" until you go somewhere like that. I was in Nome, Alaska once, which is supposedly one of the "larger" towns along the northern areas, and I felt like I was on the most remote spot on earth....

    • @308dad8
      @308dad8 Рік тому +1

      Haven’t been to Alaska yet. Would like to go at some point in life, not for a little 10 day cruise but get to stay and fish and hunt in Alaska.

    • @barques95
      @barques95 Рік тому +5

      Indeed. I got back to Chicago after driving to Deadhorse. I was shopping at a Target and saw a display of globes. I looked up Deadhorse and said "Holy Fu@#" that's on top of the planet!" On a map.....no big deal...on a globe, you get the real perspective.

    • @MitchJohnson0110
      @MitchJohnson0110 Рік тому

      I mean you can't even drive to the capital of Alaska for crying out loud. Boat or plane only

    • @djredrayne
      @djredrayne Рік тому

      lol

  • @johntoal9449
    @johntoal9449 Рік тому +51

    I've just found your channel about 24hrs ago and have watched a few of your videos, mostly since you've gotten Vilk.
    He has gotten so big and you have done an amazing job at training and raising him.
    A dog maybe a small part of your life but to them, you are their entire life.

  • @alexbarnes3912
    @alexbarnes3912 Рік тому +14

    Dogs pay back 1000 times what you put into them and the unconditional love is priceless.
    Love your travel blog by the way. Amazing adventure.

  • @bettybanaszak5748
    @bettybanaszak5748 Рік тому +160

    I'm an Alaskan since 1975. Wouldn't live anywhere else. Love your vjdeos and heartfelt narrations. You share your heart and soul right into the camera with the personal but intense gaze like you're talking just to me over a campfire.
    May the angels watch over you and keep you safe and healthy as you fulfill your dreams.

    • @anmahek
      @anmahek Рік тому +2

      What do you love about it?

    • @Loveyouabdtakecares
      @Loveyouabdtakecares Рік тому +1

      @@anmahek happy life enjoy love life 😮❤

    • @lukaso7092
      @lukaso7092 Рік тому +2

      Eva it's from Poland and you got polish surname:) polish power! 😆🇵🇱❤️💪🖐

  • @MaiuLunekund
    @MaiuLunekund Рік тому +14

    I lived in a small van with two Alaskan huskies for 1,5 years and to be able to fulfill their running needs (as they come from pure working sleddogs lines) my whole driving and in general entire daily schedule revolves around them. I know how limiting it can feel. And at the same time, because of THEM I have gone to the most beautiful locations by accident, searching for a good training trail. So yes, they take up a ton of time (and even more with a puppy!), and they restrict a lot what I can do and where I can go. But the only way thru this is to lean in, to embrace it and see where your journey will take you two where you otherwise wouldn't have gone alone.
    And do not feel bad spending to much time on the training! First years are the worst, after that your work will pay off big time, because the older the dog gets, the more time they need to learn new skills compared to the same skills in their younger years. So, better spend these 2 years focusing on the training and then the rest 10 enjoying the fruits rather than being frustrated 5 years later and wishing you would have put in the work ;)

  • @ZaiyaKai
    @ZaiyaKai 11 місяців тому +8

    I know puppies are tough, but so worth it. I'm so happy you have a true companion on your travels. One that won't let you down like any human.
    Kids are 100 x the amount of responsibility... and losing yourself, your identity, your path - completely detours your life in a different direction. Also rewarding but you lose yourself for about 20 years or more just trying to provide a good life to another human that is completely dependent on you. XOXO You are doing great!

  • @24macuser
    @24macuser Рік тому +103

    This girl clearly knows how to live her life! She's an inspiration for many. Tak trzymaj, Ewa!!!

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +14

      Hehe dziekuje ❤️

    • @colormedubious4747
      @colormedubious4747 Рік тому +1

      @@evazubeck I'm at least 6 months late but, in case nobody has already told you, ULSD is Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel. It's a cleaner formulation than ordinary low-sulfur diesel.

  • @tchin2020
    @tchin2020 Рік тому +38

    Eva.. we are all so proud of your adventure from Mexico to Alaska….riding along with you was an amazing experience because you are so descriptive in your narratives (all your videos) which educate us at the same time… Prudo Bay was yet another destination on the map that you set-off to reach, and you did….what an amazing journey….

  • @Journeyadventuresoutdoors
    @Journeyadventuresoutdoors Рік тому +6

    As you have learned through your journey, those moments of feeling overwhelmed only make you a more complete person in the end. Enjoy the journey and embrace being an awesome Dog Mom. Never forget that it is okay not to be okay sometimes.

  • @athlene110
    @athlene110 Рік тому +23

    I really appreciate your honesty about how hard it is to raise a dog. I have never heard anyone talk like this before about their dogs and to me it shows such maturity and self-awareness. Good on you and thank you for sharing.

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is this womans baby? Does she just leave him at home?

    • @308dad8
      @308dad8 Рік тому +1

      Think raising a dog is challenging? Wait til you start raising children, but it’s so balanced raising children, more reward than work that most of the time it’s really good times.

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      @@308dad8 modern women kill their children in order to live a responsability -free life. Then they claim they are saving the planet, which is a lie because they dont work to save anyone from anything else.

    • @scarlettgrey1529
      @scarlettgrey1529 Рік тому

      @@308dad8 you parents truly think you have it harder than anyone else, you don't, you have it very easy compared to some people, humble yourself

    • @scarlettgrey1529
      @scarlettgrey1529 Рік тому

      @@michaelcook6483 she doesn't have one, she doesn't want kids, she said that herself, are you stupid?

  • @andreasweber7828
    @andreasweber7828 Рік тому +412

    Who can literally tell the true story of being to Antarctica and to the Arctic Circle in the same year. I’m excited to see your adventures to come. Crack on!

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +92

      Ahah I was just thinking about this the other day, so so lucky to have been able to do that!

    • @MountainMariner
      @MountainMariner Рік тому +18

      Guess I’m one of those few. Actually several times back and forth each year between Antarctica and the Arctic. But I know half a dozen others that have done the same.

    • @wileecoyote5929
      @wileecoyote5929 Рік тому +23

      I've been to Antarctica and to the North Pole, but not in the same year, I was a pipeline welder on the Alaskan pipeline starting in dead horse @ pump station # 1 in 1976, have a wonderful day

    • @mandaleemilly6367
      @mandaleemilly6367 Рік тому +7

      @@wileecoyote5929 I bet you have some pretty good stories! That job seems like it would be miserable and amazing all at the same time. My grandpa was a pipeline welder for years but he mostly did underwater lines.

    • @anoshakhan11
      @anoshakhan11 Рік тому +8

      @@evazubeck You are my freaking role model ,woman 💜ya n best of luck for future adventures 🙌

  • @jasondaniel918
    @jasondaniel918 Рік тому +9

    My vicarious experience of Prudhoe Bay through this video is as close as I ever will come to the reality. Thank you for the experience. Safe trip South.

  • @jasonmacclain9756
    @jasonmacclain9756 Рік тому +14

    Adventure of a lifetime..you and Vilk will become closer than you can ever imagine! Thanks for sharing...blessings on your journey south 🙏

  • @SiCrewe
    @SiCrewe Рік тому +250

    Wait' 'til Vilk matures and properly understands his place in this world.
    He's going to be your best friend, your therapist, your bodyguard and your big brother, all rolled into one.
    You're going to be so proud of him, and so proud that you taught him to be the dog he is.

    • @occupier1
      @occupier1 Рік тому +12

      When I first seen vilk, I was a little concerned they can be a handfull that breed but then I remembered what good guard dogs they make and I was relieved.

    • @aarongoodwin4845
      @aarongoodwin4845 Рік тому +9

      Well said! I agree! The bond only gets stronger!

    • @kgrobbins1764
      @kgrobbins1764 Рік тому +6

      You are doing a great job with Vilk and as you have probably realized you can hardly remember your life before him. Well done. He is so worth it.

    • @RenaudV
      @RenaudV Рік тому +4

      This is the answer I came here for :) This guy is gonna be at your side always, and you'll hardly ever have to worry about him.

    • @petrolo72
      @petrolo72 Рік тому +2

      She needs to train the dog to not constantly bark and Yap when she leaves his presence. You can hear this in many snippets of the videos

  • @CalixYukon
    @CalixYukon Рік тому +63

    In 15 years your going to be looking back at your time with Velk and realizing how special even the hardest parts you experience now. Cherish him he's teaching you as much as you're teaching him. I have tears rolling down my face, Velk is a mirror image of my Yukon and I miss him every day.

    • @hsoderberg6505
      @hsoderberg6505 Рік тому +9

      As she was describing how her attention is focused on raising a pup, I find my attention is now caring for my elderly dog. At both ends of their lives they're our all.

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is this womans baby? Does she just leave him at home?

    • @EloEast
      @EloEast Рік тому +1

      Wilk. Wolf in Polish.

    • @LOVEISTRUTH300
      @LOVEISTRUTH300 Рік тому

      Every adventure I have I want to share with my dog. I cherish every moment💖💖💖

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      @@LOVEISTRUTH300 modern woman have replaced having children with having a dog. Its less responsability....

  • @rj-zz8im
    @rj-zz8im Рік тому +11

    I'm blown away...and little jealous! What an amazing adventure. You must feel incredibly free. Most people wouldn't be able to put the fear of the 'unknowns' and 'what if's' aside in order to pursue such an adventure. I have great respect for those who have this courage.

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is her baby at? Does she leave him at home?

    • @majortom8047
      @majortom8047 Рік тому

      @@michaelcook6483 Maybe it's NONE of your business. So stop posting this question, eh!

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      @@majortom8047 is the baby killed or is he alive somewhere? She should make a video finding out where he is

  • @verdelljake5887
    @verdelljake5887 Рік тому +1

    Wow, the moment you got into the water. I found myself smiling and feeling you're excitement. Beautiful

  • @karolinamackiewicz514
    @karolinamackiewicz514 Рік тому +32

    Omg, Eva, I cried when you got into that Ocean! You made it to the North and now it’s a new beginning! Good luck!

  • @Dovid2000
    @Dovid2000 Рік тому +35

    Eva, your enthusiasm is addictive. You can make an otherwise plain site look like a major tourist attraction. Glad that you made it that far north, and may you have success in your remaining overland journey.

    • @johndaughtrey4115
      @johndaughtrey4115 Рік тому

      Hi your dog will become family and after 567 10 years that'll become the most important person in your life

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is her baby? Did she leave him at home?

  • @philfrancis3152
    @philfrancis3152 Рік тому +7

    i never comment on youtube before.but much respect to that lady

  • @cyan_aura
    @cyan_aura Рік тому +26

    Found your videos completely by accident, and I must say, it was a happy accident for sure. The last couple hundred miles of your journey through Alaska was truly breathtaking. To be able to see nature with all her grandeur and all that unsullied purity, it felt so surreal. Thank you, and thanks to all the people who helped you in this journey of yours. I wish you all the very best for future, knowing that you're gonna have many more of such adventures in the days to come. A quote from 'Into the Wild' comes to mind:
    "I know how important it is in life to measure yourself at least once. To find yourself at least once in the most ancient of human conditions with nothing to help you but your hands and your own head."
    Cheers.

  • @ckcnj9175
    @ckcnj9175 Рік тому +31

    You’re an inspiration! I started watching when you got Odyssey in Mexico & have loved following your journey.
    Parenting a dog is rewarding. Parenting a dog without decent training is exhausting it’s entire life. Parenting a well behaved dog is exhausting during the first year and half & then it’s only rewards, with a little work to feed, walk, and get regular checkups. You’re doing a great job. You really need to get him steps or a ramp to walk into the truck on his own.

  • @RImudlark
    @RImudlark Рік тому +25

    Such an amazing journey! This internet stranger is proud of you. This trip took an immense amount of courage. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. Be well.

  • @johnalden5821
    @johnalden5821 Рік тому +4

    This is the most epic journey I have ever seen and followed on YT. Eva, you have a ton of courage and love of life!

  • @mindymurmur8125
    @mindymurmur8125 Рік тому

    I'm so happy to see Eva living her best life. I've been watching her videos for quiet some time now and she is making and doing one of my dreams come true. Congratulations on your new dog, such a lovely boy 🤍

  • @theSawyerSolution
    @theSawyerSolution Рік тому +21

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! I've gone with you along the way as a fellow adventurer/traveler. I've only been 31 expeditions to 19 countries. My biggest adventure was being shipwrecked after boat capsized bringing humanitarian aid to Honduran refugees. It's so cool to watch your excitement and wisdom as you face each challenge.
    GOD'S SPEED ON YOUR SOUTHBOUND!

  • @jamesstevens9394
    @jamesstevens9394 Рік тому +16

    YAAAAAAYYY! You made it!! Not afraid to admit seeing you in the Arctic ocean brought a few tears to my eyes, sooooo happy for you!!!! Really looking forward to now joining you on the "Southern leg" of your trip, THANK YOU for sharing, you ROCK!!! Just remember what i said before about being a true traveler not being intent upon arriving, ENJOY!!!

  • @GagaPOD
    @GagaPOD Рік тому +1

    Congrats Eva! 💙 Thank you for sharing your adventures with us and I'm so excited to see your journey to Argentina. Wish you happy travels 💙

  • @NLaBar
    @NLaBar Рік тому +3

    Your whole trip was amazing. You are now someone I greatly admire , respect & look up to for following your dreams and making them happen

  • @jonathanfryer4277
    @jonathanfryer4277 Рік тому +6

    I became a Dog Dad just before the nation wide lock downs. I have since spent many hours training my pup. We have gone through every class Petsmart offers for dog training and we are repeating one of them starting this week. I can say it has fundamentally changed the way I think about every trip I take. Even the short drives to get errands done. I take him with me. Of course he ends up spending alot of that time in the vehicle ( yes I keep it running so he has the proper temp). However it enriches our lives to have one another. And I look forward to as many years as I am blessed with his love in my life. Taking the time to ensure he is a well behaved dog has been worth it. Keep taking the time, keep putting the effort in.

  • @Charlton_Kekston
    @Charlton_Kekston Рік тому +35

    I wish I had the courage to do what you're doing. You're such an inspiration, hopefully I'll get out to Alaska one day.

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +8

      I hope you do! You'll love it!

    • @oldsoldier4209
      @oldsoldier4209 Рік тому +1

      @@evazubeck You've been to places that some can only dream of, and to places many fear to tread. More adventures, and many miles, still await you. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us, and always showing us things we might never have expected. Vilk is learning quickly, and seems well suited to a life of adventure. You're doing a wonderful job with him. He's teaching you things, too, maybe even some things you haven't realized yet. It's a wonderful relationship, that will subtly change how both of you interact with the world. And, yes, I would TOTALLY dive into the Arctic Ocean with you, given the chance, even though it's been over 30 years since the last time I did it. See you next week. 🤠👍💕

  • @manolishatzidakis4271
    @manolishatzidakis4271 Рік тому +2

    Good luck to your new journey!
    You are not alone!
    We, your friends (if you can say so) are with you looking forward for a new video that travels us to these places, makes us fell like we are there, gives us happiness and a moment of freedom. Feelings that we want that bad but unfortunately for some reasons we are not able to accomplish.
    Thank you and be safe❤️

  • @misterbean29
    @misterbean29 Рік тому +3

    Dear Eva, you did it. You jumped in that cold water and that makes you special. That is why I love your stories and watch them all. You have so much energy, so much power, amazing. Vilk will be what you make out of him and I can already see he will be a fantastic dog and companion. You do a great job, you make great stories, let's go south.😍

  • @cglynne
    @cglynne Рік тому +10

    The first two years with a dog are indeed the most difficult.
    You're doing a fantastic job raising him.
    Keep with it and don't give up on him.
    He will be your lifelong companion and bring you so much more joy and love as he grows.

    • @robertallen6028
      @robertallen6028 Рік тому

      only 2 years??? my shepherds were a challenge for about 5 years. not that they caused problems, besides eating my house when i had to work, it was just the constant need for attention and all the energy that had to be burned off. it was fun most of the time but going out in the rain, snow, sleet, and hail wasn't much fun for me buy they loved it. the one thing you can be sure of with a dog is if there is mud anywhere near they will find it.

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is her baby? Does she leave him at home?

  • @kitbram2033
    @kitbram2033 Рік тому +5

    So true about the energy involved in proper care of a dog. The fact you are going through that indicates you are doing right by him.

  • @joshb-8810
    @joshb-8810 Рік тому

    Eva, your videos are inspiring. The way you connect with your viewers, it’s as if you’re making the video just for me.
    May your travels be safe and you and Vik always have a place to rest at night.

  • @reddirtdruid2345
    @reddirtdruid2345 Рік тому

    What an amazing journey so far! Thank you for bringing us along with you, can’t wait to see what is next!

  • @banjomechanic
    @banjomechanic Рік тому +14

    I’ve been watching your adventures since before Odyssey. I vote you the most amazing person in the world. This episode here is just incredible. Thank you so much for documenting and sharing your very interesting life with the world. It is the escape and inspiration that is so beneficial to those of us fortunate enough to have discovered you here. Safe and happy trails to you!

  • @chaspullen3544
    @chaspullen3544 Рік тому +17

    I would jump in in a heartbeat
    Your dog will be the best friend you ever had Over time it's like having a kid You have memories now that a lot of people will never have A heck of a journey Congratulations On to the next part And be careful out there

  • @BKMDano17
    @BKMDano17 Рік тому +7

    I do believe you are accomplishing something that many people including myself would like to do. I'm very grateful that you are taking the time to film all this otherwise I wouldn't be able to see it. Unless of course I retire and I can do some traveling but then again I'm not so sure I'm as Brave As You Are!

  • @honeymarrie
    @honeymarrie Рік тому +1

    so excited to watch your videos every single week. I've watched all your previous videos and that's my one way of exploring places virtually. After watching this video I open my world map to scan where Argentina is. So happy that you reached Alaska after 6 months, Eva. God bless you on your journey to Argentina. 💚💚💚

  • @starrynightskiess
    @starrynightskiess Рік тому +53

    I loved watching this journey! So proud of how you overcame every challenge and made this an amazing adventure

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +10

      Yay, happy you're coming along for it. This is only the beginning!

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is her baby? Did she leave him at home?

  • @llee888
    @llee888 Рік тому +6

    Of course, you know this: Infinitesimally small percentage of people are able and willing to do what you do. Millions are travelling with you in their minds - like me. Thank you for sharing!

  • @johninnz
    @johninnz Рік тому +2

    What an amazing adventure, it would be impossible to express how life changing a journey like that would be and to do it largely on your own takes heart and an immeasurable amount of courage.

  • @loneapple440
    @loneapple440 Рік тому

    The world is lucky to have because of your sincerity, love of adventure, and lovely commentaries of your experiences. Great channel!

  • @AmandaGreenman
    @AmandaGreenman Рік тому +59

    When I was living in Chile and Argentina about a decade ago, I started to wonder if it was possible to drive all the way up to Alaska. At the time, there were only a few blogs that I found documenting attempts, but they didn't really answer my question. You are about to show us this epic journey and I am so, so excited for you, and thank you for doing such an amazing job telling the story along the way and taking us with you. I am cheering you on from Canada :)

    • @chrisdconant85
      @chrisdconant85 Рік тому +1

      Itchy Boots is a solo female traveler who is doing that trip on a motorcycle. Her UA-cam channel is pretty awesome.

    • @toro6389
      @toro6389 Рік тому

      It's possible to drive anywhere

    • @monokoteman
      @monokoteman Рік тому

      Darien gap prevents driving from South America to North America.

    • @ChileVuela
      @ChileVuela Рік тому

      A friend of mine biked from Alaska to Argentina. He paddled the Darien Gap in an inflatable boat.

  • @LorenaSchuth
    @LorenaSchuth Рік тому +4

    Watching your videos has become my favourite Saturday evening activity. 😍

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +2

      Yayyy! Hope you enjoyed this one too!

  • @KensKorner
    @KensKorner Рік тому

    So proud of you! You are doing stuff that only a handful of people have done! Keep the journeys coming!

  • @PAIVAN23
    @PAIVAN23 Рік тому

    WOW 🤩 no words to describe this. Thank u Eva!

  • @WoyLad
    @WoyLad Рік тому +21

    I actually teared up to see you jump into the Arctic Ocean. What a fine trip you are on Eva. Looking back at your first videos, I think I find you are now finding yourself more genuinely, more real. All your productions, from the beginning, are wonderful. I just think that today you are finding yourself. For real. Thanks for sharing your journey.

  • @juliechaput1084
    @juliechaput1084 Рік тому +11

    Very inspiring Eva, bravo, this is brave bathing in the Arctic sea! Youhoo! 💪thank you for the alive courage and liberty! I appreciated the sharing, the authenticity, the introspection, and the letters of your grandfather, the explorer who is an mentor for you. 😍

  • @fretless05
    @fretless05 Рік тому

    Amazing story and video! I think it's a big life lesson to learn that the end of each adventure or journey marks the start of the next. Congratulations on reaching the end of your trek north, and best wishes on your travels south!

  • @vittoriavigni9473
    @vittoriavigni9473 Рік тому

    Thank you Eva for letting us see through your eyes these incredible corners of the world. Thank you thank you thank you!

  • @Jtothethird
    @Jtothethird Рік тому +4

    When I worked in Tuktoyaktuk over a winter driving the ice roads, it was amazing to me that if I stood in the Northern part of town towards the North Pole, there was nobody infront of me for thousands of KM.

  • @Sal_car88
    @Sal_car88 Рік тому +21

    Your joy going into the Arctic ocean and coming out of it, I felt that. Pure emotion. I can't imagine what that would feel like but you made me shed a tear of joy. Best of luck on your journey south.

  • @lericasplaylist8600
    @lericasplaylist8600 Рік тому +2

    Congratulations Eva... I'm literally crying in this episode.. I'm so happy for you... I hope you can visit here in the PHILIPPINES someday....

  • @87yugo74
    @87yugo74 11 місяців тому

    Beautiful dog. Just remember that you are everything to him. True meaning of unconditional love comes from him. Happy and safe travels. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

  • @bountifulbinx7327
    @bountifulbinx7327 Рік тому +7

    From one wandering woman to another, congratulations Eva! Stay wild🌲

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +3

      Yay! Vilk sends hugs back!

  • @KevIsOffGrid
    @KevIsOffGrid Рік тому +9

    Its good to hear that Vilk is the #1, he wont be a puppy forever, and as somebody that lives on the road with a dog (Wired haired pointer) the effort early on pays itself back in the bulk of their lifetime. I'm over 6 years in now, and she's just so integrated into my lifestyle I don't have to expend all that mental energy thinking about her, or if she'll be OK. Keep it up, the rewards - especially once you are a year into this 2-3 year Pan American trip.

  • @shanc3734
    @shanc3734 Рік тому +1

    Wow! You are such an inspiration and remind me to be strong and fearless. Wishing you every luck,health,happiness and success Eva! Will be rooting for you all the way and watching your journey! ❤

  • @easein
    @easein Рік тому

    Beautiful. My heart melts with warmth and joy from you're inspiration and fearlessness.

  • @Pixture2
    @Pixture2 Рік тому +11

    Congratulations on reaching this achievement! I relate to your discussion on raising a pup, since I raised one myself when I was furloughed from a job in 1991. Mine was a lot simpler as I was at home and not traveling. Your choice of a German Shepard is ideal for your adventures - he will be protective and able to tolerate the wide range of climates you encounter. And from what I can tell in your videos, you are doing an excellent job with his training. Now for that new adventure - all the way to the southern tip of South America! Having taken 6 months to reach Prudhoe Bay, I imagine the next leg will require more than a year. I would guess roads in Central and South America will be much more challenging as well so maybe a year and a half. Best wishes and safe travels! We look forward to following your adventures!

  • @praveen_sinnur
    @praveen_sinnur Рік тому +37

    How can u not jump in the ocean after that journey??? And no words can explain the feeling after reaching there... Kudos Eva ❤❤

    • @Soulstreamcollective
      @Soulstreamcollective Рік тому +1

      You have to get approved to get escorted through the oil fields. Definitely a simple process but you have to reach out to tour companies

  • @joemorales643
    @joemorales643 Рік тому +3

    I started watching you from your previous video! The photography, the narration, the animations, you are an amazing story teller :D

  • @philderrick9429
    @philderrick9429 10 місяців тому +2

    Such an incredible sense of adventure that you have. I am enjoying your videos immensely. Best of luck in your journeys!

  • @robertregis2470
    @robertregis2470 Рік тому +4

    I can’t even explain the amount of happiness I experienced seeing you run into the water. What an amazing and beautiful moment in life. Kudos and blessings to you on your amazing journey. You did it. Can’t wait to follow the rest of the journey south 💜

  • @CodeHappy01
    @CodeHappy01 Рік тому +7

    Your journey to the north has been absolutely enjoyable and inspirational to watch! I’m so proud, congratulations!🎉

  • @darlenegriffith6186
    @darlenegriffith6186 Рік тому +2

    Eva, your enthusiasm and love of life is beautiful!! You are a true adventurer. Safe travels on your journey to Argentina.

  • @stephaniescott3412
    @stephaniescott3412 Рік тому +1

    You are living your life girl!! Cried when you jumped in the ocean! Well done you, what a journey!! Love from Glenorchy, New Zealand x

  • @davidjohns1884
    @davidjohns1884 Рік тому +5

    Congratulations Eva and Vilk, what an adventure. Thank you for taking us along on this beautiful trip. Safe travels back south, I will be following along so be safe. Can’t believe you took dip in that freezing water, if it was with YOU I would jump into Arctic Ocean. 😮🌹🌹

  • @lisatash3951
    @lisatash3951 Рік тому +12

    AVA! Thank you for taking us with you on your journey. Your strength, courage and adventurous spirit inspires me so much. I share your love of adventure, nature, travels and being a dog mum but due to health reasons, have had to remain at home. Your videos are so special to me and you and Vilk have given me the encouragement and hope that one day I will have my own adventures. We are so proud of you Ava! Maybe one day you'll come to Australia! Much love and stay safe! Cant wait for the next chapter. xx

  • @MarionJInce
    @MarionJInce Рік тому

    Fantastic! Glad you made it!

  • @orogenicman
    @orogenicman Рік тому +3

    Moments that you will remember all your life.

  • @PhinClio
    @PhinClio Рік тому +5

    Congrats, Eva and Vilk! Thanks for sharing this incredible journey with us.

  • @jessicavallee159
    @jessicavallee159 Рік тому +3

    So proud of you Eva (and Vilk). Thank you for taking us along on this wondrous journey ❤

  • @patrickyork2975
    @patrickyork2975 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations on the culmination of your trip to the North! What a travel achievement. Safe ventures as you head back south.

  • @kevinh6833
    @kevinh6833 Рік тому

    I found your vlog as you drove thru my home state of Texas. I am thoroughly entranced and love your enthusiasm and sheer energy. Your videos are truly from your heart and I commend your adventurous (sp) spirit. I have a lot of catching up to do and look forward to the rest of your journey. Bless you my dear!

  • @birdgirl2182
    @birdgirl2182 Рік тому +9

    Eva, I'm so proud of you! What an accomplishment, and all while raising a puppy. You are a seriously cool women. Here's to more adventures heading south! xx

  • @Gigi-ik3br
    @Gigi-ik3br Рік тому +6

    Congratulations, Eva and Vilk! I am truly happy for you!

    • @evazubeck
      @evazubeck  Рік тому +2

      Thank you! So excited :)

    • @rascal211
      @rascal211 Рік тому +3

      @@evazubeck Vilk is such a good boy riding so long in Odessey.

  • @glokanadh
    @glokanadh 10 місяців тому +2

    It happened to me see your travel videos in random youtube recommendations and but i really liking your travel experiences and the way you explain the details and in fact i am able to see them as life achievements and really inspirational to others to travel to see the god's gifted nature. thank you

  • @shinjusmith5293
    @shinjusmith5293 Рік тому

    Super happy that you achieved the goal you set out to accomplish. Looking forward in following your next adventures!

  • @daydreamer4775
    @daydreamer4775 Рік тому +4

    Well, that's gonna be a journey. Congrats on making it all the way up there and stay safe on your journey back down.

  • @dylanb_2011
    @dylanb_2011 Рік тому +3

    Vilk is a great dog! You will appreciate him so much more the longer you are with him. It will be well worth it in the end to have Vilk.

  • @mysteryfoxmusic
    @mysteryfoxmusic Рік тому

    Oh that was adorable. Congratulations! And your doggie is so cute!

  • @charlesfinnigan3904
    @charlesfinnigan3904 Рік тому

    Awesome as always!

  • @rockzhard2009
    @rockzhard2009 Рік тому +7

    this was definitely anything but 'anti-climatic'. it was joyful, exuberant, and quite fulfilling. the only thing is, i'm sitting here in teXas watching and i can't really explain why i am tearing up as i watch. glad you brought us along on this portion on the journey, now, on to Argentina. and the adventure continues......

  • @ewalton001
    @ewalton001 Рік тому +64

    I am so moved by your content. I am a female traveler and journalist myself and your adventure and storytelling is extremely powerful and resonates with me in a very special way. Good luck on your travels, may they be full of crazy stories to tell. I know I'll be watching the whole time.

    • @mcgaugh57
      @mcgaugh57 Рік тому

      Go watch Itchy Boots, that is a fearless women, not a whining girl.

    • @wes52101
      @wes52101 Рік тому

      @@mcgaugh57 oh shut up you pot of moldy hot dog water.

    • @mcgaugh57
      @mcgaugh57 Рік тому

      @@wes52101 truth hurt ? little girl

    • @michaelcook6483
      @michaelcook6483 Рік тому

      Where is her baby? Did she leave him at home?

  • @knittingggg326
    @knittingggg326 11 місяців тому

    You explain wat it’s like raising a dog so well! I did a lot of research before I adopted my dog and I remember feeling prepared and confident when he got here. I had planned out how everything would go, the training I would do, which methods I wanted to use and the challenges I might face. However, I had no clue how much it takes mentally on the level you speak of. Like you said, often times you don’t even have space left to have thoughts for yourself. They do become the center and even though I wouldn’t want to miss him for a thing, it is quite taxing too. Thank you for putting it in words so well! I’m glad I’m not the only one going through that :)

  • @chrispeaslee4841
    @chrispeaslee4841 Рік тому +9

    I'm so proud of you. As a father of a daughter your age, I think I understand how we all are on the same journey. The journey to find ourselves. Thank you for letting us live vicariously through you. All my love to you and your family, who helped you endure.