The Locals Said To Do It, So Here We Go! Heading Up The Dempster Highway

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  • @sharonbaker2775
    @sharonbaker2775 2 місяці тому +130

    Oh my gosh! Putting out that fire might have saved a whole forest. Unbelievable.

    • @cboyle707
      @cboyle707 2 місяці тому +7

      Arsonists? (I have trust issues.)

  • @Herb-and-Harmony
    @Herb-and-Harmony 2 місяці тому +103

    Thanks for putting out that fire Chrome , who ever left that fire should have their license taken away

  • @georgewilder1076
    @georgewilder1076 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi from England 🇬🇧.. loving ❤ your videos.. wow.. Always an Adventure.

  • @mariewilson221
    @mariewilson221 2 місяці тому +75

    Bless you 🙏 ♥️ you saved wildlife . Those that left that fire don't value life.

  • @barbarakraxberger411
    @barbarakraxberger411 2 місяці тому +130

    Get your shovel out and bury that fire in dirt! Save your water. Safe travels.

    • @MyCleverHandle
      @MyCleverHandle 2 місяці тому +8

      That's not dirt he's walking on, it's gravel and rocks. Putting that on a smoldering fire would just protect the base fire and keep it going. Too many air pockets. Chrome is a smart guy and a caring one.

    • @Paulwallace1955
      @Paulwallace1955 2 місяці тому +3

      Use both. Shovel and water. Thanks for tending to this Chrome @vancityvanlife

    • @Paulwallace1955
      @Paulwallace1955 2 місяці тому

      @@thegoodtom1718 I get that, but with water and a shovel you can stir and turn and spread the coals with the water to quickly douse the hotspots. I agree Not to cover it. Roots do transfer the “fire” and can after days restart.

    • @Paulwallace1955
      @Paulwallace1955 2 місяці тому +3

      @@thegoodtom1718 I get that, but with water and a shovel you can stir and turn and spread the coals (not to bury as you pointed out) with the water to quickly douse and cool the hot spots. Just sayin…

  • @Z1ldjian2785
    @Z1ldjian2785 2 місяці тому +4

    Couldn't have been too far behind them.

  • @melisa8256
    @melisa8256 2 місяці тому +39

    It looks like the man who doesn’t need another hoodie… has got himself a new hoodie.
    Thank you for taking care of the still burning fire that, some lazy and entitled person left behind.

  • @leilayeseniam
    @leilayeseniam 2 місяці тому +62

    Keep nature safe, thank you for taking out that campfire. I’m looking forward to one day be able to do what you do. Seeing all that natural beauty in real life must be life changing.

  • @railworker8058
    @railworker8058 2 місяці тому +14

    The trip to Tuk is a little arduous in spot (been there twice) but well worth it. The Dempster is better than its reputation would have you believe, but still take care. It’s a highly varied drive from boreal forest to tundra and back again. The trees finally run out around Eagle Plains. The sense of solitude is quite amazing. You can hear a pin drop on a still day. Temperature at this time of year is around 10-15C.
    Tuk is lovely and very welcoming. The highway to it might be new and allegedly all weather, but it’s pretty badly frost heaved in places, again care being required.
    In a way, it’s a shame that humanity can commute so far north with all the contamination we bring. But, knowledge is power, and, if enough people see the pristine beauty, it’ll be easier to preserve it.
    Safe travels! We love your channel.

  • @lindapetersen2901
    @lindapetersen2901 2 місяці тому +3

    Hey Chrome Happy Birthday 🎉 when the fireweed is done blooming winter is coming! Oh how I miss Alaska

  • @fatmonet
    @fatmonet 2 місяці тому +14

    Wow....wow.....wow! Ok, hear me out, Chrome. You were debating about going home, they tell you about tombstone, but you were deciding whether to go or not. You decide to go to tombstone. You come across a campfire and put it out. A replay of your life is that you prevented a 🔥 that in an alternate reality, burns thousands of acres, and quite possibly, the life of living things. So......i believe you were put on that path chrome. You're saving the planet! ❤

  • @PattisArtInnaVan
    @PattisArtInnaVan 2 місяці тому +15

    I’m glad you happened by and saw that fire. Good on you and shame on whoever walked away from it without a care. Even if they didn’t have water they could have at least kicked dirt over it and put it out. You’re a good guy Chrome✌🏼✌🏼👍🏻👍🏻💜🩷

  • @MountainGirlwIPA
    @MountainGirlwIPA 2 місяці тому +3

    Remember when you started van life and your advice was just do it because you never know when you lose the option. Just saying ❤

  • @marcbloch1963
    @marcbloch1963 2 місяці тому +3

    It’s a shed antler of a caribou. They shed them every year and a new set of antlers is growing back.

  • @mirobin
    @mirobin 2 місяці тому +22

    Chrome it is amazing to see responsible people like yourself that care enough to put out someones fire & report people having a campfire when it isn't permitted.
    Important message to anyone traveling out West.

  • @ronteljeur
    @ronteljeur 2 місяці тому +5

    Thank you for cleaning up that fire. Unbelievable that anyone would be that unaware. 🍻

  • @danthevandan
    @danthevandan 2 місяці тому +35

    Many sections of the Dempster are extremely rough, with the reduced speed you would be hard pressed to make it in 12 hrs ... we took 2 and a half days each way traveling around 8 to 9 hrs a day .. Yukoners thank you for putting out that fire Chrome 👍

    • @nn3514
      @nn3514 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for the info. Would you insist on lifted and 4WD?

    • @danthevandan
      @danthevandan 2 місяці тому

      @@nn3514 No just slow driving, we did it in our stock E150 with no issues

    • @bethgarrison1751
      @bethgarrison1751 2 місяці тому

      ​@@danthevandanAgree. I drove the Dempster in 1987 in a VW bus. No problem!

  • @janettebeck1120
    @janettebeck1120 2 місяці тому +5

    What are the benefits of fireweed?
    Fireweed is an herb. The parts of the plant that grow above ground are used to make medicine. Fireweed is used for pain and swelling (inflammation), fevers, tumors, wounds, and enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH). It is also used as an astringent and as a tonic.

  • @ahimmeroder5817
    @ahimmeroder5817 2 місяці тому +4

    Those rain clips almost put me to sleep

  • @lisamillerbuchert9447
    @lisamillerbuchert9447 2 місяці тому +6

    Rainy days are wonderful for a snooze

  • @goldensilverfox
    @goldensilverfox 2 місяці тому +6

    Smokey says, Chrome gets a thumbs up 👍
    Two actually, I was impressed when you reported those Muppets the other day... Hopefully something came of it.

  • @shaunwaff8946
    @shaunwaff8946 2 місяці тому +30

    Who leaves a campfire like that? Sad.

  • @shannonmcmahon3235
    @shannonmcmahon3235 2 місяці тому +5

    First time seeing the awning out, neat.

  • @deesandiego
    @deesandiego 2 місяці тому +23

    Cannot believe someone one left a flaming fire . Wtf

  • @michelewhite6109
    @michelewhite6109 2 місяці тому +10

    Chrome" you know Mother Nature is sure loving you for your respectfulness to her land👊... Enjoying the journey bro~be safe and well, kiss Cruzie bear🥰

  • @enchanter7382
    @enchanter7382 2 місяці тому +5

    Crome thank you so much for sharing Dawson City!
    What an amazing place!
    I will never get to visit there, but thanks to you it feels like I have had the experience of that town with you !
    That’s the sort of town you never want to leave!

  • @jdedmnds1
    @jdedmnds1 2 місяці тому +4

    It helps to spread the unburned wood out a bit to reduce the concentrated heat so it is easier to put it out.

  • @margarethutchens5463
    @margarethutchens5463 2 місяці тому +12

    Thank you gor being such a hood steward if nature. This is how it should be.

  • @olivierpichard79
    @olivierpichard79 2 місяці тому +3

    nice video 🤠thx for uploading so frequently! take care

  • @BruceVanlifeJunior
    @BruceVanlifeJunior 2 місяці тому +17

    Bro I just had to do this exact same thing in Campbell river , putting out unattended fires is crazy wild , so sad that people do this but Im Glad you caught it in time 😁👍🔥🚒💨

  • @RosrShafer
    @RosrShafer 2 місяці тому +5

    Thanks, Chrome, for putting that fire out. You guys dont need another wild fire.

  • @barbaranenn9696
    @barbaranenn9696 2 місяці тому +13

    Your body seemed to release tension during the video today. We don’t see many of these days lately. Take care of yourself and Cruzie! Seeing you smile is great!

  • @QChord4Fun
    @QChord4Fun 2 місяці тому +11

    It's hard to imagine the enormity of that area. Everything looks so big up there. I love the trees that grow there, it's a beautiful place. Thanks for showing it to us arm chair travelers. Just can't understand how someone could drive off and leave a fire like that. Glad you had enough water, and was willing to use it to dowse the fire. Enjoy the rest of your adventure.

  • @helene1779
    @helene1779 2 місяці тому +6

    Thank you Chrome for taking that ride to Tombstone And putting that fire out!❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼❤️🐶❤️

  • @kellystephens077
    @kellystephens077 2 місяці тому +24

    The glaciers ran through that area and black sand in a running creek is a great sign there's gold in that area.

    • @garyharnish2395
      @garyharnish2395 2 місяці тому +3

      Very interesting👍💯

    • @chriskeystoneadventures
      @chriskeystoneadventures 2 місяці тому

      That black sand is probably mostly iron which can be found with placer gold and from volcanic activity a very long time ago. Also fires can burn underground so dig it up water it and bury it cause there are just to many idiots out there that dont know F all and brain dead. Thanks Chrome.👍👍🐕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🚐👍👍

    • @rayvernon3534
      @rayvernon3534 2 місяці тому +1

      Didn't see your post but said the same thing
      But down to bedrock.

  • @IamN...
    @IamN... 2 місяці тому +4

    You know it gets very cold in the winter, when you see tiny trees. The black sand is from long ago volcanoes.

  • @nancypeplau9747
    @nancypeplau9747 2 місяці тому +2

    I’m grateful there are folks like you Chrome….thanks for putting that fire out! Beautiful country!❤

  • @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk
    @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk 2 місяці тому +4

    Hello Chrome and Cruze glad you're doing well on you're trip always amazing video how cool 😎 places that is be safe

  • @sharonoldham4374
    @sharonoldham4374 2 місяці тому +5

    Thanks for taking us to Tombstone. 😊

  • @bridgetbrown8351
    @bridgetbrown8351 2 місяці тому +7

    Thank you Chrome for saving the forest and the wildlife there.

  • @chellythompson
    @chellythompson 2 місяці тому +4

    ❤❤❤❤✌️✌️😊😊😊love this video thanks chrome

  • @mga7600
    @mga7600 2 місяці тому +3

    A beautiful outdoor of nature and those nitwits have the nerve to leave a campfire going!!!! Showing us all around smoky skies and that campfire could have spark a fire 🔥and made it worst!! - thank you for putting the fire out and yeah you had to use your own water - hoping you were able to get water at the camp ground. And you pick a awesome spot with a creek! The rain sounds so soothing. Just love your out door of nature just beautiful.

  • @mr.gregory6768
    @mr.gregory6768 2 місяці тому +3

    Enjoy watching this Adventure in the Yukon. Cool !

  • @FayHone-c3v
    @FayHone-c3v 2 місяці тому +3

    Love your dog he is gorgeous

  • @DebraDockler-os2sb
    @DebraDockler-os2sb 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank goodness you pulled over at the spot to put the fire out ❤and sharing the beautiful countryside with me 😊

  • @tcoopr2
    @tcoopr2 2 місяці тому +61

    Arrest these people who leave unattended fires!

  • @DawnLapka
    @DawnLapka 2 місяці тому +2

    Well, if you decide to relocate, and move to Dawson City permanently, you can say that it's definitely a beautiful place, for sure. ❤

  • @lindasteller
    @lindasteller 2 місяці тому +4

    Bless you, Chrome, for putting that out.

  • @debbywilde4500
    @debbywilde4500 2 місяці тому +5

    What's that tag line? "Only You Can Prevent Wildfires!" Go get 'em, Ranger Chrome!!

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA 2 місяці тому +1

      It has changed very little over the decades.
      Growing up it was "Only YOU can prevent *forest* fires."
      (And he was called Smokey *the* Bear, not just Smokey Bear.)
      HAHAHAHA!

  • @4runnerisfunner
    @4runnerisfunner 2 місяці тому +2

    This is a great summer road trip !! Thanks tons for sharing. !!!

  • @karena.williams4945
    @karena.williams4945 Місяць тому

    Yes! Rain on the awning and roof, a nice creek nearby, and two naps. Heaven!

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 2 місяці тому +4

    Heck, yeah beautiful place for breakfast chrome wow, what a spectacular scenery. Yeah, I’m here 3:52 PM Sunday, August 18.👍👍

  • @gailasgreatdanesandmanes1042
    @gailasgreatdanesandmanes1042 2 місяці тому +6

    I'm LOVING these episodes! Planning on driving from Yosemite to Alaska. I've never been to Canada.

  • @MikeMiller-rt7dv
    @MikeMiller-rt7dv 2 місяці тому +1

    Protip on the shower unit - they won't fire w out enough water pressure or a minimum - double check the particulate screen on water intake and clean if necessary.

  • @itssecure
    @itssecure 2 місяці тому +2

    Hey Chrome, so glad you listened and went to Tombstone. That spot that backs onto the North Klondike River was ours last year. This week we were about 3-4 sites further up the river in #16.
    As you know, we continued on to Inuvick & Tuktoyuktuc. So worth it.
    Let's start planning for a longer break next year and more exploring here.

  • @Hakliva
    @Hakliva 2 місяці тому +1

    Ohhh Tombstone! 🤩 when I drove up last year, the dempster was VERY washboard and potholed up to the park, then better the rest of the way up!
    I do believe #6 is the site I stayed in. That creek is charcoal creek, so makes sense! I didn't even notice it was sand... I just assumed it was mud lol!

  • @yoyo9001
    @yoyo9001 2 місяці тому +13

    Thank you Chrome for sharing your experiences with us and giving me hope of living my best life becoming a nomad. VV,s

  • @maryellencook9528
    @maryellencook9528 2 місяці тому +13

    Weeelll, Chrome; once you're established with Van Toys on Vancouver Island in Nano, open up a second shop and store in Dawson City as a summer location. 😊 That way, you have time to get The Beast kitted out with a lift, extra fuel tanks, etc. You can at least get the stuff wholesale 😊.

    • @christinamann3640
      @christinamann3640 2 місяці тому

      There’s certainly enough overland rigs going through

  • @fishaman7834
    @fishaman7834 2 місяці тому +2

    Chrome even on them short walks don’t forget the bear spray.. you just never know.. I say go all the way to TUK!!!

  • @LaNette1
    @LaNette1 2 місяці тому +2

    Hey chrome, it’s beautiful in tombstone. I’m glad you spotted that fire and you could play Smoky the Bear for the day. Thanks for sharing. You always make my day you guys be safe out there.🇺🇸♥️🙏👍✌️🐾🏔️🚐🇨🇦

  • @roxanne7943
    @roxanne7943 2 місяці тому +1

    ❤I'm so glad you came upon that fire that someone carelessly didn't put out... and took care of it. Dawson City is so cool looking. The people seem like alot of fun as well! I wouldn't want to leave there either! Have fun and stay safe!❤

  • @rrhopewell
    @rrhopewell 2 місяці тому +2

    Why can’t people just do the right thing. It’s really easy. That’s a beautiful place.

  • @Christine-h4k
    @Christine-h4k 2 місяці тому +1

    I’ve so enjoyed watching your adventures over the last couple of weeks. Quad bikes and then Dawson, awesome Chrome

  • @dougjones6823
    @dougjones6823 2 місяці тому +1

    Just a heads up never leave the doors open when you leave the van you might have a unwanted visitor to your van especially after cooking.

  • @MikePoole-dx3cb
    @MikePoole-dx3cb 2 місяці тому +2

    You call it your summer trip. September 22 is the end of summer. Keep going north baby!

  • @lynnnunezwhitlock1073
    @lynnnunezwhitlock1073 2 місяці тому +2

    Yes driving back east in the heat was brutal!!

  • @FayHone-c3v
    @FayHone-c3v 2 місяці тому +3

    That’s why I love watching you you keep your country safe

  • @ImaBlack1969
    @ImaBlack1969 2 місяці тому +7

    You're a freaking hero! Had you not come along, Tombstone and Dawson City could have been wiped off the map in a few days.

  • @lynnef3297
    @lynnef3297 2 місяці тому +2

    👋😊 Thanks Chrome! You did the right thing putting that fire 🔥 out❣️👍 What an absolutely beautiful area in Tombstone Territorial Park. 😁

  • @loispolley6339
    @loispolley6339 2 місяці тому

    sorry I keep getting kicked off. Then I start over. I know that messes up your algorithm. your video was worth it.! Beautiful!! Thanks for putting out the fire.

  • @sacredstonecards9051
    @sacredstonecards9051 2 місяці тому

    Chrome, that cream color sweat shirt looks great on you. It's a beautiful dye color. 😊

  • @kenrankin4523
    @kenrankin4523 2 місяці тому +11

    Fair ply Chrome putting out this abandoned camp fire , it just shows most fires are man made & not this so called global warming , it makrs me so mad how people don't care about their surrounding & the impact

  • @ChristynaPatterson
    @ChristynaPatterson 2 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for putting that out, Chrome. I know for some people it's common sense to do so. The sweet sound of a propane tank out in the middle of nowhere, making breakfast.

  • @deultima
    @deultima 2 місяці тому +1

    Do it! Go all the way, you won't regret it.

  • @brockdavidson30
    @brockdavidson30 2 місяці тому +1

    Your black beans/ is it dog food brought back some bad memories 😂. I bought a bag of meat sticks at the truck stop one night. I cracked the bag open started into it and thought MAN THESE THINGS TASTE LIKE CRAP. So I flicked the interior lights and investigated the package turns I had bought me some Dog treats!

  • @SmilingBeaver-ou7nc
    @SmilingBeaver-ou7nc 2 місяці тому +7

    Cruzie smelling that bacon is adorable. Y'all enjoy the travels💙💙✌️

  • @JulieEnglish-sz5ns
    @JulieEnglish-sz5ns 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi, Just found your channel from Epic Family Road Trip, I’m a big fan of their channel so I thought I’d check you out, love the scenery from here in Pennsylvania 😊

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA 2 місяці тому

      Welcome aboard!😊

  • @shannonmcmahon3235
    @shannonmcmahon3235 2 місяці тому +2

    Love your content, go reset 🙏

  • @Phoenix_Adventures
    @Phoenix_Adventures 2 місяці тому +10

    Great job fireman chrome ...thanks for the views and bringing us with you ❤️

  • @anna-mariemarinelli3186
    @anna-mariemarinelli3186 2 місяці тому

    Hey Chrome, so I just did the Dempster Highway about a week ago. I went all the way up to Tuk. It was mostly wet and muddy. I didn’t have much of a dust problem at all. I am sure when it dries out it is dusty as heck, but I had more of a mud, sliding issue. I am currently doing the Dalton Highway as I am speaking to you. I am using my talk feature to do this post. And as compared to the Dempster Highway, the Dalton Highway is horrendous. Way more potholes and bad areas and a lot of construction. I found the Dempster to be remarkable compared to the Dalton, as far as the condition of the road. I do find the Dalton to be incredibly more beautiful. I think perhaps the Brooks Range is so much more spectacular than Tombstone. Although I did find Tombstone to be incredible as well. But, the condition of the road probably has something to do with the fact that the Dempster has native villages at the end of it. Whereas at the end of the Dalton is just oil companies. It’s a haul road so I don’t think they care as much about keeping it in great shape for tourist like me. The Dempster on the other hand you have people who live up there who need access to services so they keep that highway in amazing shape. This is all of my opinion.
    I missed you by a day or two in Dawson city. I wish I had seen you. I am stopping by your shop on the way through Vancouver Island to pick up a package. I had ordered the package but never had it delivered so Amanda refunded me my money but I told her I wanted it so we discussed the fact that I was driving out here and I should stop by and pick it up. So that’s what I’m gonna do. Maybe I’ll see you. Maybe you’ll still be traveling. Walki in peace my friend.

    • @Makeitbymandy
      @Makeitbymandy 2 місяці тому

      Hey Anna-Marie! The package is super safe in the shop this time. We are not letting the post lose it again! 😂 Hope your travels are going well. See you in September!! ✌️

  • @h.h.legacydiesel6724
    @h.h.legacydiesel6724 2 місяці тому

    Package of lard, 👍😊 Thanks so much for putting out the fire 😮.

  • @Az_VanGo
    @Az_VanGo 2 місяці тому

    Hello Chrome! I definitely enjoy your camping adventures🐶

  • @RaivenBC
    @RaivenBC 2 місяці тому

    We did the dumpster highway in our truck and camper, drove to the Northwest Territories border and back. It was beautiful. We went in the beginning of sept, the tundra was stunning, so much red!

  • @tonihouston8745
    @tonihouston8745 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi chrome, I'm from the UK. My maiden name is Dempster.

  • @moethereseller
    @moethereseller 2 місяці тому

    Been watching you for 3 years and that is the first time I've seen the awning out

  • @TheSpiikeisme
    @TheSpiikeisme 2 місяці тому +4

    Thanks for putting the fire out. Crazy world.

  • @living2ndchildhood598
    @living2ndchildhood598 2 місяці тому +1

    I know what you mean by it smells like dog food! I like Campbell’s Split Pea and Ham Soup. It also smeels like fog food when it’s in the can.

  • @tammiemeadows5278
    @tammiemeadows5278 2 місяці тому

    I. Just. Can’t. With some people! 🤦🏻‍♀️ Thanks for putting out the camp 🔥

  • @jamestaylor8476
    @jamestaylor8476 2 місяці тому

    Dude just go up! You don't have to B-line it. Go to Eagle Plains, they have gas, a pub and cafeteria. Then you can hit up the Arctic Circle, Inuvik is a town where you can get some supplies, then it's like 2-3 hours to Tuk which is super worth it. When you do Alaska you'll be able to do the Dalton Highway which goes way up as well. Also don't forget to get your Sourtoe certificate in Dawson on your way back. Cheers!

  • @Skeetertravels
    @Skeetertravels 2 місяці тому +13

    After running into the same situation with a campfire left going after the family of campers left to go home. I keep 7 liters of water while camping just in case I run into a campfire left unattended.

  • @jillv4006
    @jillv4006 2 місяці тому +2

    lol. I read this wrong and thought you were on the DUMPSTER Highway. Anyway, glad you’re having fun.

  • @NotAllWhoWanderAreLost..
    @NotAllWhoWanderAreLost.. 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing your adventures.

  • @JoeyCactus1
    @JoeyCactus1 2 місяці тому

    I ordered more stickers!!!! It was so easy this time! Thank you

  • @vickyschoeneweis4036
    @vickyschoeneweis4036 2 місяці тому +2

    Black sand is an indicator of gold content. Just saying! Use that skillet as a gold pan and see if you can pay some on your trip. :)

  • @ChrisBoar
    @ChrisBoar Місяць тому

    You'd be surprised how hard it is to put a fire out. Twice now I thought I'd put out a fire, only to see it relight a few hours later. It happens if a large log is left partially burnt. Can still be hot enough inside to restart.

  • @kimprocarione5473
    @kimprocarione5473 2 місяці тому

    Our trees have been changing for a few weeks already. At 1st I thought there was something wrong with our trees,now I know, Fall is falling! In August! 😮

  • @TonyPhillips-jy7ev
    @TonyPhillips-jy7ev 2 місяці тому +7

    Great save

  • @rebeccazuckman9059
    @rebeccazuckman9059 2 місяці тому

    Chrome, I can see you designing a fold away chair with wheels especially since we’re creeping up in years to save on the ole body.

  • @markparr7224
    @markparr7224 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for being a decent hooman.

  • @navigatingthedestination
    @navigatingthedestination 2 місяці тому +4

    Thankfully, you showed up to that campfire when you did. Tombstone is a beautiful area. Thanks for sharing 👍