What a special treat to wake up to a beautiful and gentle snowfall. I really enjoyed listening to you talk about what you hope your kids gain from having a connection with nature. It’s so very true. Great video! ❤❤❤
The sunset was amazing, and so was the moon!! Unfortunately, our GoPro doesn’t quite catch the depth or angle of the mountains and colors, so I’m glad that you could see it.
@@NualaFraxl My reflex was to duck and hide. I definitely felt like a deer on the edge of the woods - wide eyed and ears cocked. I pinpointed the guy and watched him for a bit. Then continued…
Thank you ❤ I do try to appreciate everything that I have, and learn from the tough lessons life has thrown me. I have had some really strong role models, to whom I’m forever grateful 😊
I was so scared 😳 I even hid in the tree brush and watched people crossing the ice, and head gun shots. Must have been hunters, but you know - my overactive imagination - thought I was in the Hunger Games for a minute there 😅 The good thing about going out in nature, is after a while you become so tuned into nature that every little thing doesn’t feel scary. It takes a few days to get to that comfort level. I hope I can get back to that state of mind…where being in nature feels like being home. It’ll take a few more trips.
What an amazing human you are, I have learned so much about you on this blog, I have a new found more respect for you. Thank you for sharing. Just love you and your family adventures.
Thank you 😊 I was surprised, because we haven’t had snow in a long time and there wasn’t any in the forecast. I even said that I wouldn’t need my rain fly (top cover) because there was no chance of rain or snow. I probably jinxed myself right at that moment 😂
@@NewYorksWorstDrivers Thank you! It feels like I’m living in a postcard here. It feels good to be out in nature, to be a part of it…even if it’s just a small part.
Wow Kelly 👏👏♥️♥️ You should be super proud of yourself .😁 I could feel how nervous you were to start with but what a absolutely brilliant vlog. Come morning you looked so confident and refreshed. Well done on your solo adventure! ❤❤👏👍
@@debyorkshirelass9674 Thank you, Deb! Yes, I was so nervous…I forgot my mittens, it was getting late, bullet holes in the sign, moose tracks, then huge dog tracks, strangers walking around, gun shots, my tent not going up correctly…my imagination was on hyper mode 😳 Once I sat down to set up my bed and make tea, everything calmed down and I was finally able to relax. I had shelter, food, a hot drink, and almost a full moon. Life was good.😊
you are truly amazing and make so many wonderful points in your video! heres one little thing we do when bringing string lights with us on camping trips is i roll them around an old paper towel tube...this way im not stuck trying to unravel, as simple as it can be at times...the papertowel tube is amazing....
Thank you! I was hoping for a dinner that was lightweight, but warm and filling. I have some ideas for something heartier in the future…I’ll have to see what I can make with one pot.
Wow you are so brave to be out in the cold and dark like that I'm freezing just watching this video brrrrrr 🥶 I think you & Jonathan are good parents to your wonderful kids they will grow to be great kids ❤
@@lisadonahue537 Oh no! That’s so painful. That’s how it is, one thing can throw the trip. I forgot my mittens. If Jonathan hadn’t taken the time to get them to me, it would have been a rough night. I hope your brother can finish his hike someday! He made it through the hardest parts, for sure!
Kelly what u said was so right.....my GF just had stroke and is in the hospital....its the first time i am ever without her ...i miss her so much...she does so many things for me.....i hope she recovers quickly ...shes still in coma.....PLEASE PRAY FOR HER and me.......I AM SO DEPRESSED......thanks for reminding me and sharing your thoughts on how we must go through something hard sometimes .....ITS HARD without her right now
Praying for you both 🙏 Wow, my heart aches for what you are going through. Life throws us curveballs, and we don’t always know why. Praying for a quick recovery ❤
Interesting, how so many people have not been camping....it's a lot of fun especially when you need down time....enjoyed your trip...that tofu Scramble looks good...I use garam Masala mix to mine....♥️♥️♥️
Hey, I love your suggestion!! Our good friends are bringing me some from their neighborhood in Seattle!! I am definitely going to add it to my tofu scramble this week. Thank you 🙏
Yes, we are hoping to!! We will do some cross country ski trips with camping, and the kids want to learn how to snowboard this year. We’ll try to capture as much of it as we can.
Last Saturday it's Jonathan camping on its own now it's Wednesday it's Kelly's turn to camping on its own iam proud of Kelly she's so brave even her last camping in solo is last 18 yrs
@@ongkirvy8377 Thank you 😊 Yes, 18 years ago, I hiked all 2,175 miles on my own. Well, I set out to do it solo. That Trail has so many hikers, that I was lucky enough to hike with lots of people. I met Jonathan on that trail, and then I had my forever hiking and adventure partner 🙌 We didn’t meet until almost the end of the trail, we hiked 300 miles together (the state of Maine).
@Kelly.BagsPackedFamily what a nice love story of you with Jonathan I can't wait for your next solo hike or adventure Kelly and your fam happy holidays
Woot woot. Kelly Kelly.. 🎉 Brave strong woman Adventurous husband Makes a united proactive positive family But what u say about reflect and just go solo camping .I agree. That line is deep I stayed alone for over 20 years. Went for solitude and I found myself stronger and can think clearly. But recently I moved in my late dads house. I found that. I don't have that spark or determination like I did when I stay alone and away from memories. 3 years in now. I find my determination and focus is slowly going away. Can't sell.the house either. So I'm kinda stuck I need to kick myself stronger to.keep myself in gear May 2025 keep us focus mentally and physically and I'm sure anything comes along we can endure it. ❤❤❤❤
I’ll let Kelly do the honors of bringing this kind of adventure 😮 to me in the comfort of my safe and warm living room sipping an amazing cup of hot chocolate. 😊
Woo hoo, 🙌🏻 Wonderful vlog Kelly, so nice for you to take the lead this time. I like the change up from Jonathan, he’s good but you camping alone is AWWWWEEEEESOMEEEE. I would petrifed at every single creak in the night, I’m a Glasweigan. Scottish lassie ( 53yr old lassie) who doesn’t camp, can walk around a big city at 3am ( or used to) but camping and me just don’t see eye to eye. The kids & Jonathan will be so proud of you and I think it’s fantastic the life lessons that you want your children to learn. We should all take a leaf out of your book with nature soothing the mind. I hope we see much more of Kelly in charge vlogs. Much love to you all & Merry Christmas to you all. Did I miss a video? Did Jonathan campjng alone video go live and I’ve missed it?
Thank you 😊 That means a lot to me. I’m fairly introverted, so me taking the lead is terrifying 😳 I will keep working at it. Jonathan is so good on camera, I ramble, have half thoughts, get distracted (I have all this in person, as well 😂). Jonathan did a solo trip to test out the gear, too. ⛺️
Yes, I’m not sure I’d bring that genre again 😂 It is a good book, so far! Maybe no mysteries of people disappearing, nothing about adventures that turn into disasters, and definitely nothing about bears or big foot.
I have been mostly vegetarian since 2005 (age 25). I had decided that if I was going to eat meat, then I should harvest my own chickens 🐓 I couldn’t do it. I was too scared, the chicken looked at me and screamed. It was the defining moment. I figured if I wasn’t brave enough to do it, I didn’t deserve to eat it. Now, it has been so long that I don’t even crave it anymore.
I did that on my past trips in Alaska, but totally forgot about it. What I love about that, is that you get warm at night and in the morning you have a filtered bottle of non-frozen water for breakfast 🙌 I’m adding this to my list for the next trip.
This one was a Marmot CWM -40 degree bag. Jonathan has a Raab -40 degree bag. They were both really expensive, so I hope I never have to buy another sleeping bag again 😂
Alaska what a beautiful winter wonderland and having the right gear is essential to servival so testing your new gear is very smart especially with kids involved your family is amazing keep doing what you're doing but please don't eat cows tongue again 😊
I meant to talk about this! Having to get up at night is the hardest, because you have to step into the darkness and expose yourself to the cold. Because I’m wearing snow bibs, I had to take off all my warm upper layers, just to go to the bathroom. I put all my used toilet paper into my garbage bag (which is a ziplock baggie). If you have to go #2 💩 We have discovered the convenience of the WAG Bag - it’s basically a study plastic bag, lined with white powder to absorb liquids and smells. You go in that, tie it off, and carry it home. In the winter, everything freezes so it’s much easier.
Kelly you guys get me nervous… hiking and camping in the wild you guys really need a gun to fight off the bears.. moose the big animals. Really think about it .. I think the spray will just get them angry.. bless you all …❤
I stopped bringing bear spray bc I figured with 3 kids in my life now with curious hands lol ( or using it with wind), it could harm us more than a bear. I carry a personal/rape alarm now. I don’t think the bear would like that sound + it could make them flee…what do u think? We only have black bears tho, they are not too aggressive.
When I led backpacking trips, many people would drop their backpacks on the ground and it would land on the bear spray trigger or puncture the can. Always an adventure!! You definitely have to be aware of the wind direction, too!! I’m not sure if you can ever get that stinging pepper residue out of your belongings 🌶️ I like the idea of the whistle!! I bet it would scare a bear, too. The people I have talked with about bears are more afraid of black bears than grizzlies. Maybe there are more curious about people? I’m not sure. I’ll use the bear spray on any threat: bears, wolves, moose, weirdos, etc. You just never know.
@ You are right, blk bears are curious! They have always steered clear of me when I back up + give them space. We only camp by boat in the summer so we put our food in the boat when we are tenting. The personal alarm i have is a keychain battery operated one, with a light too. Would be a good gift or stocking stuffer for the kids for camping to keep in pocket + make them feel safe. Good to sound off occasionally as prevention to keep away predators or if u get lost, ppl can hear where u are, and definitely handy for surprise run ins or middle of the night visitors outside your tent!
What you and Jonathan have done, solo camping in the snow, I really don't see the point in doing this, do you enjoy it or is it just a challenge taken up?
This first round of solo trips is to test out our new gear and get comfortable with it before being the kids with us. We love camping and hiking, since winter is so long in Alaska, we decided that we need to learn how to do it in the winter, too. There can be snow on the ground for 6-8 months. That’s a long time to wait for an adventure. Also, doing a solo trip is a great way to reflect on life and slow down.
Thanks for the breakdown! A bit off-topic, but I wanted to ask: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). How can I transfer them to Binance?
Women camping alone is good - peaceful, reflective, empowering. I know what you mean, though, it can be a dangerous world with many threats. I just can’t be paralyzed into not experiencing nature or traveling world because of other people’s issues. The best I can do is have good situational awareness, pay attention to what is going on around me and have an exit plan. I wouldn’t leave my house otherwise. You bring up a really good talking point about the world women live in, and anyone who wants to explore the world on their own. 🙏
Kelly, one small suggestion if you don't mind! since both Johnathan and you are have started solo-camping, you guys should consider owning a gun, just for safety...Again, just a suggestion...best wishes to you and your family..
I had the hot hands in my mittens, so any time I needed my fingers to warm up I put them on. I had to ration them, because I only brought two packets and I wasn’t sure how cold it was going to get that night. Luckily that one packet (with two hand warmers) worked all night 🙌 Jonathan definitely needed them for his feet.
One day, I hope to build a fort and sleep in it. I think the kids would like that, too. One time, we built a snow fort and had hot chocolate and popcorn in it, the kids still talk about it 💙
Woo hoo, 🙌🏻 Wonderful vlog Kelly, so nice for you to take the lead this time. I like the change up from Jonathan, he’s good but you camping alone is AWWWWEEEEESOMEEEE. I would petrifed at every single creak in the night, I’m a Glasweigan. Scottish lassie ( 53yr old lassie) who doesn’t camp, can walk around a big city at 3am ( or used to) but camping and me just don’t see eye to eye. The kids & Jonathan will be so proud of you and I think it’s fantastic the life lessons that you want your children to learn. We should all take a leaf out of your book with nature soothing the mind. I hope we see much more of Kelly in charge vlogs. Much love to you all & Merry Christmas to you all. Did I miss a video? Did Jonathan campjng alone video go live and I’ve missed it?
Girl power Kelly! You're so brave and adventurers. John and your kids must be so proud! ❤
Thank you 😊
What a special treat to wake up to a beautiful and gentle snowfall. I really enjoyed listening to you talk about what you hope your kids gain from having a connection with nature. It’s so very true. Great video! ❤❤❤
Thank you 😊 I hope they grow up loving nature. You just never know what your kids are going to pick up on or take forward into their own lives 🌱
Salute to kelly..made me cry😢
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Love seeing you do your own thing. You shine as an awesome person as well as stellar mom and great wife. Kudos!!
@@rebeccahelga32 Thank you 😊
Gosh your so very brave, I couldn't stay there knowing bears could be about x ❤
@@jeanbaker6073 oh yah!! I put all my hope in the idea that they should be hibernating 🤞🤞 They do wake up and just wander around, though.
Yay Kelly!!!!!! You go girl!!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@JustKimberlyRM Thank you!! 😊
Beauty mountain views ✨
The sunset was amazing, and so was the moon!! Unfortunately, our GoPro doesn’t quite catch the depth or angle of the mountains and colors, so I’m glad that you could see it.
Wow you are very brave Kelly! I think I would've booked it out of there as soon as I heard the footsteps :D
@@NualaFraxl My reflex was to duck and hide. I definitely felt like a deer on the edge of the woods - wide eyed and ears cocked. I pinpointed the guy and watched him for a bit. Then continued…
What, Kelly solo camping? Wow😮 u so brave
Thank you! Working on building up my courage, one trip at a time 🎉
Kelly you are a great inspiration. I learn parenting from you and now your determination. You and your family are highly appreciated
@@ANITHAVATHSALA82 Thank you for your kind words. I’m still trying to figure it all out ❤️
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Great vlog Kelly
Thank you 😊
Great video Kelly! I learned a lot from you !
@@janemay8721 Thank you! I have learned a lot, too. I made many mistakes, and now I’m excited to get back out there and try it again (but, better!) 🙌
You are a passionate person Kelly ❤. I believe you love what you do.
Thank you ❤ I do try to appreciate everything that I have, and learn from the tough lessons life has thrown me. I have had some really strong role models, to whom I’m forever grateful 😊
Wow, Kelly solo ,great job . But you woke up to beautiful snow ❄️.
@@connieosburn6886 You know me, I love snow ❄️ It wasn’t suppose to snow, and then it snowed for almost 6 hours!!
Awesome Video, Can Hardly Wait For The Next Video. I've Been Winter Camping A;; I Can Say Is Buuuurrrrrr!!!!!
🥶 Hot drinks, hand warmers in the mittens, and a big sleeping bag…a definite must! My sleeping pad was amazing, too.
@bagspackedfamily hey Kelly are you not scared I could not stay by myself. Great job
I was so scared 😳 I even hid in the tree brush and watched people crossing the ice, and head gun shots. Must have been hunters, but you know - my overactive imagination - thought I was in the Hunger Games for a minute there 😅 The good thing about going out in nature, is after a while you become so tuned into nature that every little thing doesn’t feel scary. It takes a few days to get to that comfort level. I hope I can get back to that state of mind…where being in nature feels like being home. It’ll take a few more trips.
What an amazing human you are, I have learned so much about you on this blog, I have a new found more respect for you. Thank you for sharing.
Just love you and your family adventures.
@@lindafox1366 Thank you 😊 So glad you enjoyed it.
You are very brave Kelly! Great vlog! I love how you get to wake up with that beautiful snowfall
Thank you 😊 I was surprised, because we haven’t had snow in a long time and there wasn’t any in the forecast. I even said that I wouldn’t need my rain fly (top cover) because there was no chance of rain or snow. I probably jinxed myself right at that moment 😂
You are a brave woman. Great video Kelly.
@@MaryFoster-m5i Thank you!! 😊
Well done Kelly!! Hope you made it back home safely 😊
@@sshhh2 I survived to tell the tale 😅
Great job! You're brave! ❤
@@angelasofia7726 🙌🙌🙌
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Wow you are smart amazing and very brave !
Thank you! I made a handful of mistakes, but I think I know how to switch things up next time 🙌
Great video!!!
Thank you 😊
Awesome adventure! The views are stunning in Alaska. You did a great job kelly!!
@@NewYorksWorstDrivers Thank you! It feels like I’m living in a postcard here. It feels good to be out in nature, to be a part of it…even if it’s just a small part.
Tough mama! 💪🏽💫🙏🏽
Thank you 😊
Wow Kelly 👏👏♥️♥️
You should be super proud of yourself .😁
I could feel how nervous you were to start with but what a absolutely brilliant vlog.
Come morning you looked so confident and refreshed.
Well done on your solo adventure! ❤❤👏👍
@@debyorkshirelass9674 Thank you, Deb! Yes, I was so nervous…I forgot my mittens, it was getting late, bullet holes in the sign, moose tracks, then huge dog tracks, strangers walking around, gun shots, my tent not going up correctly…my imagination was on hyper mode 😳 Once I sat down to set up my bed and make tea, everything calmed down and I was finally able to relax. I had shelter, food, a hot drink, and almost a full moon. Life was good.😊
Good job
Thank you 🎉
you are truly amazing and make so many wonderful points in your video! heres one little thing we do when bringing string lights with us on camping trips is i roll them around an old paper towel tube...this way im not stuck trying to unravel, as simple as it can be at times...the papertowel tube is amazing....
Great suggestion!! I really struggled with those lights 😂 What a mess! Also, they kept getting caught in my knitted hat while I was sitting up.
Wow you are so brave ! Fantastic scenery
Merry Christmas to you all xx
Thank you! Merry Christmas 🎄
What a sweet lady you are Kelly. Many hugs to you. Great video by the way. I absolutely love reading myself. ❤❤
@@Erinlogan-t4j I love getting lost in a book 📚
Kelly your a brave woman. Love you guy's ❤❤❤❤
Thank you 😊
How fun! Your breakfast for dinner looked amazing! I’d love to read that book, too! You picked a great spot! ❤
Thank you! I was hoping for a dinner that was lightweight, but warm and filling. I have some ideas for something heartier in the future…I’ll have to see what I can make with one pot.
Amazing vlog Kelly! and so brave of you showing us what can be done! Great to see more Beautiful Alaska Adventures!🎉🎉
@@jayshreedave1007 Thank you! Next time, I will do a better job but I have to start somewhere 🙌
Wow you are so brave to be out in the cold and dark like that I'm freezing just watching this video brrrrrr 🥶 I think you & Jonathan are good parents to your wonderful kids they will grow to be great kids ❤
Thank you ❤
My brother walked part of the Appalachian Trail. He made it from GA to VA but broke his ankle. Safety is key when you’re out there, especially alone.
@@lisadonahue537 Oh no! That’s so painful. That’s how it is, one thing can throw the trip. I forgot my mittens. If Jonathan hadn’t taken the time to get them to me, it would have been a rough night. I hope your brother can finish his hike someday! He made it through the hardest parts, for sure!
Your awesome Kelly. Your brave as well. I loved Alaska when I worked in Kenai and Juneau. Its so beautiful where you camped.
Juneau and Kenai are both amazing places! I can’t wait to explore both in the future.
Kelly what u said was so right.....my GF just had stroke and is in the hospital....its the first time i am ever without her ...i miss her so much...she does so many things for me.....i hope she recovers quickly ...shes still in coma.....PLEASE PRAY FOR HER and me.......I AM SO DEPRESSED......thanks for reminding me and sharing your thoughts on how we must go through something hard sometimes .....ITS HARD without her right now
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@@SBpray thanks .....
Praying for you both 🙏 Wow, my heart aches for what you are going through. Life throws us curveballs, and we don’t always know why. Praying for a quick recovery ❤
Wow Kelly ❤🎉 I love your solo camping. It's amazing content.
Thank you 🎉
take care always madam..your so brave...
Thank you 🎉 I need to get back to Dubai and head out on more dessert wadi camping trips!!
I wish you had those heated tents with them with a woodburning stove in it made for the winter❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yes!! We need that next 🔥
Interesting, how so many people have not been camping....it's a lot of fun especially when you need down time....enjoyed your trip...that tofu Scramble looks good...I use garam Masala mix to mine....♥️♥️♥️
Hey, I love your suggestion!! Our good friends are bringing me some from their neighborhood in Seattle!! I am definitely going to add it to my tofu scramble this week. Thank you 🙏
Girl power Kelly watching from Australia 🇦🇺
🎉🎉🎉 Thank you!
When are you guys going on a ski vacation with the kids? Can you film that too?❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yes, we are hoping to!! We will do some cross country ski trips with camping, and the kids want to learn how to snowboard this year. We’ll try to capture as much of it as we can.
Last Saturday it's Jonathan camping on its own now it's Wednesday it's Kelly's turn to camping on its own iam proud of Kelly she's so brave even her last camping in solo is last 18 yrs
@@ongkirvy8377 Thank you 😊 Yes, 18 years ago, I hiked all 2,175 miles on my own. Well, I set out to do it solo. That Trail has so many hikers, that I was lucky enough to hike with lots of people. I met Jonathan on that trail, and then I had my forever hiking and adventure partner 🙌 We didn’t meet until almost the end of the trail, we hiked 300 miles together (the state of Maine).
@Kelly.BagsPackedFamily what a nice love story of you with Jonathan I can't wait for your next solo hike or adventure Kelly and your fam happy holidays
Woot woot. Kelly Kelly.. 🎉
Brave strong woman
Adventurous husband
Makes a united proactive positive family
But what u say about reflect and just go solo camping .I agree.
That line is deep
I stayed alone for over 20 years. Went for solitude and I found myself stronger and can think clearly.
But recently I moved in my late dads house.
I found that.
I don't have that spark or determination like I did when I stay alone and away from memories.
3 years in now.
I find my determination and focus is slowly going away.
Can't sell.the house either.
So I'm kinda stuck
I need to kick myself stronger to.keep myself in gear
May 2025 keep us focus mentally and physically and I'm sure anything comes along we can endure it.
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🙌🙌🙌 Thank you!
Sending you good vibes as we head into 2025 ❤
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Love 🇮🇳 Hey, we would love to do some hiking trips in India someday!!
I’ll let Kelly do the honors of bringing this kind of adventure 😮 to me in the comfort of my safe and warm living room sipping an amazing cup of hot chocolate. 😊
Now, that sounds delicious ☕️
No, not me, Kelli. You are one brave soul.
Thank you 🙌
Amazing shoot and camera take kelz.
Thank you!! 😊
Loved your solo trip. Very brave Kelly.
Thank you 😊 I love camping and hiking. It’s just been a while since I’ve done a solo trip. It will just take practice to get back into it.
I would have a hot meal Kelly,vegetable stew or pasta
Woo hoo, 🙌🏻 Wonderful vlog Kelly, so nice for you to take the lead this time. I like the change up from Jonathan, he’s good but you camping alone is AWWWWEEEEESOMEEEE. I would petrifed at every single creak in the night, I’m a Glasweigan. Scottish lassie ( 53yr old lassie) who doesn’t camp, can walk around a big city at 3am ( or used to) but camping and me just don’t see eye to eye. The kids & Jonathan will be so proud of you and I think it’s fantastic the life lessons that you want your children to learn. We should all take a leaf out of your book with nature soothing the mind. I hope we see much more of Kelly in charge vlogs.
Much love to you all & Merry Christmas to you all.
Did I miss a video? Did Jonathan campjng alone video go live and I’ve missed it?
Thank you 😊 That means a lot to me. I’m fairly introverted, so me taking the lead is terrifying 😳 I will keep working at it. Jonathan is so good on camera, I ramble, have half thoughts, get distracted (I have all this in person, as well 😂). Jonathan did a solo trip to test out the gear, too. ⛺️
Ha… I was thinking, “Why is she reading a MYSTERY when she is camping alone!?” You are very brave, Kelly!!
I thought the same...will freak me out 😂
Yes, I’m not sure I’d bring that genre again 😂 It is a good book, so far! Maybe no mysteries of people disappearing, nothing about adventures that turn into disasters, and definitely nothing about bears or big foot.
You did fantastic! How long have you been vegan and what was the defining moment that made your switch?
I have been mostly vegetarian since 2005 (age 25).
I had decided that if I was going to eat meat, then I should harvest my own chickens 🐓 I couldn’t do it. I was too scared, the chicken looked at me and screamed. It was the defining moment. I figured if I wasn’t brave enough to do it, I didn’t deserve to eat it.
Now, it has been so long that I don’t even crave it anymore.
Kelly! Brave one🎉 will you share the ingredients for the red bell pepper n tofu meal? Thanks!❤
Some people use water termos bottle with hot water inside and put it in their sleeping bag to get a little warmer.
I did that on my past trips in Alaska, but totally forgot about it. What I love about that, is that you get warm at night and in the morning you have a filtered bottle of non-frozen water for breakfast 🙌 I’m adding this to my list for the next trip.
Bring water in Stanley thermos to avoid water being frozen
I really need one! One of my water bottles froze and became unusable. The other one I put in my sleeping bag to keep warm.
What kind of sleeping bag do you have that you use for those cold temperatures?❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This one was a Marmot CWM -40 degree bag. Jonathan has a Raab -40 degree bag. They were both really expensive, so I hope I never have to buy another sleeping bag again 😂
Oh forgot to add, I’m pinching your brekkie idea, not a vegetarian or vegab but that pot of sweet potato looked mighty fine to me. 🎅🏼🤶🏻🧑🏻🎄❤️❤️❤️
I hope you like it! Let me know. It was delicious, I will definitely have that again. 😋
Alaska what a beautiful winter wonderland and having the right gear is essential to servival so testing your new gear is very smart especially with kids involved your family is amazing keep doing what you're doing but please don't eat cows tongue again 😊
The right gear seems essential. It is taking us a while to acquire all the things we need/want, but we are getting closer to having it.
I have to ask. What do you do if you have to use the bathroom in the middle of the night while camping out? Enjoy watching your videos
I meant to talk about this!
Having to get up at night is the hardest, because you have to step into the darkness and expose yourself to the cold. Because I’m wearing snow bibs, I had to take off all my warm upper layers, just to go to the bathroom. I put all my used toilet paper into my garbage bag (which is a ziplock baggie).
If you have to go #2 💩 We have discovered the convenience of the WAG Bag - it’s basically a study plastic bag, lined with white powder to absorb liquids and smells. You go in that, tie it off, and carry it home. In the winter, everything freezes so it’s much easier.
Kelly you guys get me nervous… hiking and camping in the wild you guys really need a gun to fight off the bears.. moose the big animals. Really think about it .. I think the spray will just get them angry.. bless you all …❤
We do have these conversations a lot. It’s so common up here, so we will be researching what makes the most sense.
nice video fiddlehead
Thank you 😊 Makes me want to tackle another long distance trail!! 🥾 🥾
I stopped bringing bear spray bc I figured with 3 kids in my life now with curious hands lol ( or using it with wind), it could harm us more than a bear. I carry a personal/rape alarm now. I don’t think the bear would like that sound + it could make them flee…what do u think? We only have black bears tho, they are not too aggressive.
When I led backpacking trips, many people would drop their backpacks on the ground and it would land on the bear spray trigger or puncture the can. Always an adventure!! You definitely have to be aware of the wind direction, too!! I’m not sure if you can ever get that stinging pepper residue out of your belongings 🌶️ I like the idea of the whistle!! I bet it would scare a bear, too. The people I have talked with about bears are more afraid of black bears than grizzlies. Maybe there are more curious about people? I’m not sure. I’ll use the bear spray on any threat: bears, wolves, moose, weirdos, etc. You just never know.
@ You are right, blk bears are curious! They have always steered clear of me when I back up + give them space. We only camp by boat in the summer so we put our food in the boat when we are tenting. The personal alarm i have is a keychain battery operated one, with a light too. Would be a good gift or stocking stuffer for the kids for camping to keep in pocket + make them feel safe. Good to sound off occasionally as prevention to keep away predators or if u get lost, ppl can hear where u are, and definitely handy for surprise run ins or middle of the night visitors outside your tent!
What you and Jonathan have done, solo camping in the snow, I really don't see the point in doing this, do you enjoy it or is it just a challenge taken up?
It's "me time"....away from everyone and everything.....we all need that...to contemplate and meditate...on the self...👍👍🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️
This first round of solo trips is to test out our new gear and get comfortable with it before being the kids with us. We love camping and hiking, since winter is so long in Alaska, we decided that we need to learn how to do it in the winter, too. There can be snow on the ground for 6-8 months. That’s a long time to wait for an adventure. Also, doing a solo trip is a great way to reflect on life and slow down.
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You got nerve sleeping out there by yourself. I couldn’t do it
It’s great sleeping outside, but it does take practice so it doesn’t feel so scary or unusual. Once you get past that, it seems more natural.
Woman camping alone can be dangerous! Don't take risks in future!
Women camping alone is good - peaceful, reflective, empowering. I know what you mean, though, it can be a dangerous world with many threats. I just can’t be paralyzed into not experiencing nature or traveling world because of other people’s issues. The best I can do is have good situational awareness, pay attention to what is going on around me and have an exit plan. I wouldn’t leave my house otherwise. You bring up a really good talking point about the world women live in, and anyone who wants to explore the world on their own. 🙏
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Kelly, one small suggestion if you don't mind! since both Johnathan and you are have started solo-camping, you guys should consider owning a gun, just for safety...Again, just a suggestion...best wishes to you and your family..
Great suggestion, it is a conversation that we have a lot.
Where are your hot hands? Johnathan needed the ones for his feet.
I had the hot hands in my mittens, so any time I needed my fingers to warm up I put them on. I had to ration them, because I only brought two packets and I wasn’t sure how cold it was going to get that night. Luckily that one packet (with two hand warmers) worked all night 🙌 Jonathan definitely needed them for his feet.
@Kelly.BagsPackedFamily good!
I am pretty sure Kelly sometimes watching solo bushcraft and camping by women.
One day, I hope to build a fort and sleep in it. I think the kids would like that, too. One time, we built a snow fort and had hot chocolate and popcorn in it, the kids still talk about it 💙
Woo hoo, 🙌🏻 Wonderful vlog Kelly, so nice for you to take the lead this time. I like the change up from Jonathan, he’s good but you camping alone is AWWWWEEEEESOMEEEE. I would petrifed at every single creak in the night, I’m a Glasweigan. Scottish lassie ( 53yr old lassie) who doesn’t camp, can walk around a big city at 3am ( or used to) but camping and me just don’t see eye to eye. The kids & Jonathan will be so proud of you and I think it’s fantastic the life lessons that you want your children to learn. We should all take a leaf out of your book with nature soothing the mind. I hope we see much more of Kelly in charge vlogs.
Much love to you all & Merry Christmas to you all.
Did I miss a video? Did Jonathan campjng alone video go live and I’ve missed it?
Scrub that last part, I forgot I had already watched it, I’m sorry 😔