Road trip from Anchorage to Valdez (Eklutna Lake, Lion’s Head Hike, & GORGEOUS views!)

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  • @AdventuresofAplusK
    @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +10

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  • @susanwoodward7485
    @susanwoodward7485 2 роки тому +22

    As an Alaskan for the past thirty years, I must say you do a wonderful job of presenting the state, it's history and natural wonders. I have learned new things and seen new areas I want to explore thanks to your channel. Enjoy the rest of your stay. Looking forward to every episode of your travels.

    • @BPCalaskaCARYN
      @BPCalaskaCARYN 2 роки тому +2

      Agree Myself, I live in Chugiak and there is new hikes they did to explore.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much! That means a lot to us...coming from a local especially! We are thankful we get to do what we do!

    • @tacrewgirl
      @tacrewgirl 2 роки тому +1

      I agree. As an AK resident, you guys have done the best video series of the state of anyone out there. You videos leaving you wanting more. You actually learn about stuff before doing it and don't half-ass things. You hike, fish, and eat. And you share about the Alaska Native culture which I haven't seen from anyone else not targeting that niche.
      Bravo!

    • @shannoninalaska
      @shannoninalaska 2 роки тому

      As an Alaskan for the past 2 years (😄😄😄), I have learned new areas I want to explore through their channel too.

    • @Ckblab
      @Ckblab 2 роки тому

      I agree with Susan! You guys have truly captured the beauty of our State! Thank you!

  • @chrisgoldsby4103
    @chrisgoldsby4103 2 роки тому +8

    Kathryn was so on the mark-- "Just when you think it can't get better, it gets better!" Amazing beauty and amazing video!! Thanks!!!

  • @tch1225
    @tch1225 2 роки тому +10

    I swear every time you guys upload something gets added to my bucket list! Great video as usual!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      That’s the goal! 😊 thanks and thanks for watching!

    • @tombowe8930
      @tombowe8930 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusKThis is true for us as well, as we had a great lunch at the "Wich Haus" in Whitefish MT yesterday based on your suggestion. Heading to Big Mountain Resort this morning, also on your suggestion. Thank You!

  • @mindiwilhelm4322
    @mindiwilhelm4322 2 роки тому +2

    The only problem with watching this was feeling sad at the end when it was over! Awesome job. Excellent!

  • @weekendhappycamper
    @weekendhappycamper 2 роки тому +5

    I was very impressed with the beautiful scenery of Alaska. I really want to go and feel the beautiful scenery. Add this to my wish list too.

  • @karenk2831
    @karenk2831 2 роки тому

    Don't be a girlie man Hans! 😂 love the SNL snipit at the end! That was one of our favs from back in the day! Okay you guys the views are outstanding, the drone gets great shots and the top of the hike was like the best variety of views ever! The lake so pristine! McCormick spice pack of Mojito Lime is so great on chicken and veggies. I use it for fajitas, and when I make white chicken chili and wings too! Love all your content - from the views, to coffee, to food, to your complete and utter fatigue from all the hard work you all do! Keep dancing you are so talented and fun to watch!!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      That skit is an all timer! 😂
      Yes we love those seasoning packets too! We really like the Mesquite one as well. Sounds like you guys throw down in the kitchen!
      Thank you so much, Karen!

  • @michellerichardson4200
    @michellerichardson4200 2 роки тому +4

    This series has been amazing!! I find myself wanting to experience all the places you share. Our country is beautiful and has so much to offer. Y’all prove that every week! Love your email updates too!! Thanks as always!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Alaska was our most epic adventure yet! Thank you for being on our email list and thank you for watching!

    • @angelamckay2421
      @angelamckay2421 2 роки тому

      What she said! ⬆️

  • @jacobmathew8118
    @jacobmathew8118 2 роки тому

    In 2001, I used to work in Alaska and seen the majestic beauty of Alaska. Went to Valdez, was completely awed by the beauty of Valdez.

  • @lienepowell8308
    @lienepowell8308 2 роки тому +3

    Out of all the places in Alaska during our road trip, Valdez area was also our favorite. It's such a stunning and tranquil place. We also went on a full day glacier cruise here (by Stephen's Cruises) and actually liked the scenery here more than on a cruise in Seward.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Valdez was so awesome! We're excited to share that video soon! We would've loved to have gone on a cruise from Valdez as well

  • @wellsonwheels457
    @wellsonwheels457 2 роки тому

    Excited to see the view. Glad to see the sillies n fun. That’s how we roll too.

  • @Klmeeks1999
    @Klmeeks1999 2 роки тому +1

    Loved the video!! I also loved the reference to Hans and Franz! My hubby and I always use that reference every chance we get, "We want to pump....you up!" Oh, I so want to travel Alaska, thanks to y'all! Just need to decide on an RV first :) Yall take care and stay safe

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      I love that SNL skit! 😂 We hope y'all can make it up there! It is beyond amazing. Thanks for watching!

  • @robingastonia9192
    @robingastonia9192 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, amazing and beautiful. thank you so much for sharing. I am really enjoying your adventures in Alaska. Be safe and take care.

  • @guadalupeknippen528
    @guadalupeknippen528 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful scenery, can't wait for the next video. What a trip of a lifetime you have shared not only with each other but also with us your viewers. Be safe out there. 🥰🌻🐕🇺🇸

  • @BackroadExploits
    @BackroadExploits 2 роки тому +2

    So the thing for me, is watching you guys try to come up with better adjectives to describe each new turn in Alaska and you do! Jaw dropping!! So now I want to visit Alaska. The unreal beauty is very captivating and you guys really show it very well. Loved the video. Hope the next segment wasn't rained out.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +2

      It's tough! We're running out of adjectives! 😂 We did have some rainy weather in the next one, but it all worked out for us!
      Thank you!

  • @stevedietrich8936
    @stevedietrich8936 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful morning kayaking on Eklutna Lake. Props to ATT to let people on their private property to do the hike. I imagine their concern is liability if someone falls. 1000 feet per mile is the same gradient as the last 3 miles coming out of the Grand Canyon on the Bright Angel trail, only the BA isn't scrambling over boulders.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Yes it is great they allow people on the property to hike because it gives such a great perspective of the glacier! 1000 per mile is no joke!

    • @golferpro1241
      @golferpro1241 Рік тому

      Truth

  • @javiervega3238
    @javiervega3238 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing it . In Valdez don´t forget to visit Solomon Gulch Hatchery. When i visited Alaska I saw a lot of wildlife there, including some grizzly bears fishing

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We did go to the hatchery a couple times! No grizz tho :/ Stay tuned for that video soon!

  • @BPCalaskaCARYN
    @BPCalaskaCARYN 2 роки тому +1

    Yes it is a gorgeous Drive, my Boyfriend has land/Cabin with a beautiful view of the Tazalina Glacier, cant wait to see your vids of the waterfalls before Valdez and the hikes around there. You 2 have done a great justice to Alaska in all these videos and so lucky with the weather. Right now we/AK(I live in Chugiak across highway from where you hit Eklutna Lake) is having record rains now, August 85% of the month was rain and it is still raining almost nearly every day. Third highest rainfall since 1989 right now. P.S. I am originally from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan....The Pasty, we eat them with Ketchup mostly helps with the dryness:) Glad you visited the UP! - Caryn

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We're excited to share our Valdez video! We're polishing it off now!
      We got so lucky with the weather! We experienced a lot of rain, but the weather worked with us when it really mattered!
      The pastys were tasty! We're not ketchup fans though, but a chipotle cream or something like that might go well on there for us. But we loved the UP!

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 2 роки тому

    My goodness what a video! The views were worth the stretch. Thanks for making this outstanding content available to us. 🔥

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We're thankful and lucky we get to do what we do! We're glad we could share!

  • @nicviv1165
    @nicviv1165 2 роки тому

    You're Videos make my heart happy.

  • @jahedberg
    @jahedberg 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful, just beautiful. Thanks for sharing your experiences. I’m keeping tabs on what I’ll do when I get there!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We're thankful we can share our adventures! We hope they're helpful!

  • @kimberlyshalaby1134
    @kimberlyshalaby1134 2 роки тому +1

    In hopes the weather is in your favor. Enjoyed hearing the history. I loved the view at the top of Lions Head. Beautiful! Alaska is more precious than we realize. Hope others will keep it clean. In hopes you have a nice week. Enjoyed seeing you both. Your funny when you get soap happy.

    • @kimberlyshalaby1134
      @kimberlyshalaby1134 2 роки тому

      That was "slap" happy. (when you get over tired.)

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Our Alaska trip was such a dream! We loved every minute! Thanks for watching!

  • @gregprince2523
    @gregprince2523 2 роки тому

    That water is so glass smooth!!!

  • @8starling
    @8starling 2 роки тому

    So glad you guys came here!!!

  • @Roadtosomethingnew1
    @Roadtosomethingnew1 2 роки тому

    this stretch of drive looks really pretty.

  • @alrichardson7027
    @alrichardson7027 2 роки тому

    Hello Adventurers😊😊, Wow! Just when you think you've seen the best scenery it gets so SPECTACULAR! The hike up that mountain was awesome to see. I'm looking forward to seeing what's next on the next drive and adventure👍👍👍👍👍!

  • @bobyonker8642
    @bobyonker8642 2 роки тому

    Beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing .

  • @marlystemen1875
    @marlystemen1875 2 роки тому

    Beautiful photography as usual but I loved the video on the lake. Having never seen a glacial lake in person I was surprised how crystal clear the lake is

  • @srameypr
    @srameypr 2 роки тому

    Wow, wow, wow!

  • @chrishoward4546
    @chrishoward4546 2 роки тому +2

    Spectacular adventure Thank you for all your detailed information Thank you!!!!

  • @aolkeriil
    @aolkeriil 2 роки тому

    oh my I want some of those fresh wild salmon. and happy belated birthday Katherine 🎂

  • @simplygrateful182
    @simplygrateful182 2 роки тому

    Wow!!!! So so beautiful!!! Alaska is on our bucket list! I want to see it all 😂. I keep telling my husband that we need a van like y'all so we aren't limited by hotels, budget, distance from airports, etc. Your videos are so inspiring! Keep up the good work!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Traveling by van or truck camper is definitely the best option we’d say! It gives you ultimate flexibility and affordability
      Thank you so much and thanks for watching!

  • @tammyhairston2468
    @tammyhairston2468 2 роки тому +2

    I’m living my adventures to Alaska through you two. Loving the videos and how care free you’all are. Be safe on your journeys and keep the videos coming❣️

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We're thankful we can share our adventures! Thank you for watching!

  • @jeffhampton2767
    @jeffhampton2767 Рік тому

    I watched so many Travelers, mostly people who are vanlifers who are traveling through the United States and Canada and Mexico, and so many of their videos have been so disappointing. Ninety-nine percent of these people tend to skip over so much and show very little, but you both show so much in each one of your videos, and you get spectacular footage. You both also have very nice personalities neither one of you are annoying. Everyone your videos are a 10++ 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @davepalmerton2429
    @davepalmerton2429 2 роки тому

    The mountains in Alaska are beyond beautiful, views from 360 degrees. I love the positive, fun, and goofy vibes you guys put out. Stay safe and keep up the great work.

  • @suzanneaydelotte801
    @suzanneaydelotte801 2 роки тому

    OMGOSH…the beauty just never a stops in this state…just WOWZA! Loved watching Kona climbing the trail. That kayaking trip was AMAZING as were your outtakes! Keep traveling safe❣️😘❤️❤️❤️🐶🥰
    Nice chicken dinner too! 😋

  • @ernietoews2077
    @ernietoews2077 2 роки тому

    You guys are doing such a great job of taking videos, thank you so much. It's hard to imagine what it looks like in person compared to the TV. Thanks for taking us along and sharing.

  • @Luna23tic
    @Luna23tic 2 роки тому

    YASSSSSS!! Lucked out SO much on weather for Lions head AND Thompson Pass! By far one of my favorite epic vista's to catch on a clear day. Hopefully the weather held out on your way back to the next destination that I'm really hoping you made the expedition to via the hint, hint, 60 mile dirt road. 😎 So stoked for your trip here and couldn't happen to better vloggers that know how to show off AK in its true glory!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Yes we really got lucky with our weather in Alaska. We had lots of rain, but it was good weather when we really needed it! We had some not so great weather for Valdez, but dry weather for our adventure after that! Thank you!

  • @rudyhachey7440
    @rudyhachey7440 2 роки тому

    thank you once again, such beautiful scenery and the view of the mountains on yur hike. that lake looked incredible and Kona did so well. Enjoy

  • @willneverrememberit1
    @willneverrememberit1 2 роки тому

    My wife and I have spent lots of time all over Alaska. Next summer we are "guiding" a family trip and you guys are doing a great job giving me even more ideas.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We’re glad we can share our adventures for others to enjoy and share more great spots to check out!

  • @donstravelsandrants.
    @donstravelsandrants. 2 роки тому

    You called it right Kathryn when you said " incredible" and " insane". Thanks for bringing us all along. 👍😊

  • @pebblesdd4947
    @pebblesdd4947 2 роки тому

    Superb, just really awesome. Thank you for letting us hitch a ride thru that gorgeous country. Hoping the storms we are hearing of down here in so cal are not impacting you. Safe travels!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We are long gone from Alaska so we’re safe from the storms. Thanks! Thanks for watching!

  • @peterdorn5799
    @peterdorn5799 Рік тому

    hi you 2, with my limited walking it's been great yo follow along, from seatle and love Alaska

  • @chrism1164
    @chrism1164 2 роки тому

    Bless you on your way!

  • @JazzBanjo
    @JazzBanjo 2 роки тому +1

    Enjoyed some of the new music you guys used in this video! Alaska looks like mountain paradise and the views keep gettig better and better. Looks like you guys really planned this trip well!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We've been using the same music service for a while now so I'm really having to scratch and scrounge for music I haven't used yet! It is getting tough! It was a jam packed trip!

    • @JazzBanjo
      @JazzBanjo 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusK I use Epidemic Sound and it can be a grind trying to find the right music. Other times I go there and find the perfect song right away. You never know...

  • @sandrafinney9925
    @sandrafinney9925 2 роки тому

    Absolutely Beautiful views and hike😃 The chicken dinner looked delicious. Love the bloopers😂❤

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers
    @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers 2 роки тому

    The drone shots at lions head looked like a movie intro , stunning! You are truly capturing the best of Alaska! Kona is a trooper what a hike. Great video guys ~Cara 😊

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We're giving it our all! Kona is our little mountain goat 😊

  • @nicolelangeland6679
    @nicolelangeland6679 2 роки тому

    Yesss!! So happy you guys made it to Valdez. I live in North Pole, Alaska and Valdez is my favorite.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We loved Valdez! We're excited to share what we got up to in our next video!

  • @glendasharp5057
    @glendasharp5057 2 роки тому

    So excited for you on this drive. When I went from Valdez to Anchorage in 1987, we saw nothing...no mountains whatsoever...due to severe fog cover. Hope you had much better luck. Looking forward to your next video.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      The fog is the only thing that would bum us out! It's a view killer! The weather worked with us just enough!

  • @damienbell3155
    @damienbell3155 2 роки тому

    When ur Thompson pass you can pick blueberries,,,,, Valdez has bears at Allison point. You must have went when that storm came there last Thursday to Saturday. Hopefully u didn’t. Yes I agree you’ll be amazed by the scenery going into Valdez. Enjoy. Loved the coffee shop never been there either you’ve opened my eyes up to a lot here and I’ve been here 28 yrs. I went to that ice cream place in anchorage too thank you.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      This was filmed about a month ago. We’re long gone from Alaska. We’re glad we can share!

    • @damienbell3155
      @damienbell3155 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusK oh that’s good cause there’s a lot of snow now up in the mountains. Back home in Washington st. I know y’all will be back one day. I never get tired of this place okay maybe a bit in the winters but that’s why I keep busy and never come home till after 9pm lol. Ready fore your next adventures whenever that might be cheers 🍻

  • @charleshicks3492
    @charleshicks3492 2 роки тому

    Amazing views from lions head,
    Totally awesome; thanks😎😎😎👍👍👍👌👌🤩🤩

  • @mariahadventures
    @mariahadventures 2 роки тому

    Crazy long drive, looks so worth it though!

  • @mcnater
    @mcnater 2 роки тому

    I'm impressed you knew the "Pump you up" line Adam! That seems a bit before your time...lol. Gorgeous views in this one...that Lions head hike looked amazing, especially for how relatively short it was. Wow.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      It was a little before my time. I just looked it up and it debuted the year I was born! Not sure where I saw it
      Lions head was awesome! What a view from it!

  • @michaelbecnel63
    @michaelbecnel63 2 роки тому

    That was another awesome adventure....Looking forward to what's next

  • @courtneykappel370
    @courtneykappel370 2 роки тому

    I shed a tear when you said your AK travels were winding down. And when you said your steaks went bad the mascara started to run down my face. 😂 But on a serious note, I have so much admiration for you both regarding how incredibly hard you work to create high quality content. Thank you!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Steaks going bad breaks our hearts too! ❤️
      We were very sad to leave but we ended it on a great note!
      That means a lot to us! Thank you, Courtney! ❤️

  • @richardbeee
    @richardbeee 2 роки тому

    That was awesome; but than again, it is Alaska.

    • @richardbeee
      @richardbeee 2 роки тому

      @@majoroldladyakamom6948 Thanks! I still have to stop and think when i write they're. there, and their, the English language is confusing. But, what do i expect; the Bible calls us Babylon. Babel=confusion.

  • @devilschild
    @devilschild 2 роки тому

    Luv your videos. We're going to MN's North Shore next week and we watched your videos to prepare ourselves even though we've been there before. Great work and you're a sweet couple.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      That's awesome! We hope y'all have a fun time! Thanks and thanks for watching!

  • @loeyminske3459
    @loeyminske3459 2 роки тому

    Beautiful.......again! Got my fingers crossed for your next video! Hoping the rain did bother it too much, but rain shots can be beautiful also!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      The rain held off just enough in the next video! Still had the moody weather, but the rain worked with us
      Thanks, Loey!

  • @joycemoses2411
    @joycemoses2411 2 роки тому

    Loved kayaking in the lake!

  • @Ckblab
    @Ckblab 2 роки тому

    We were in Valdez in winter and it was incredible! I can’t wait for you to show us what it’s like in the summer! I have to think the waterfalls will blow you away! We hiked on a frozen lake to a glacier, I would imagine you will kayak it. #cantwait

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      It was amazing! We didn’t kayak, but it looked fun! Didn’t want to risk popping the inflatable on an iceberg Titanic style and didn’t want to pay for a hard sided kayak rental. Plus just didn’t have time. Was beautiful from the shore! Thanks for watching!

  • @julessullys88
    @julessullys88 2 роки тому

    What a stunning area! Alaska is definitely on my bucket list!

  • @joyouslily2982
    @joyouslily2982 2 роки тому

    The views from this hike seem to me to be the most varied and spectacular so far. I’m not experiencing like you’s are so your opinion may be different. My sister lived in Central AK for 35 years & loved it. I’ve only experienced it in her pictures your videos & others. Blessings on ALL your journeys❤️😍

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      Yes it was quite a variety! Thanks and thanks for watching!

  • @terizumbusch8408
    @terizumbusch8408 2 роки тому

    So excited you guys did this ride when I get back to Alaska it's gonna be the 1st thing I do and by the time you read this you'll know what I mean it is phenomenal, Blessing

  • @mbrooks5555
    @mbrooks5555 2 роки тому

    Love those braided rivers!! Your drone shots continue to impress and show Alaska's majesty. And Kona is such a fearless hiker! Is there anything she doesn't like on trail?? Thanks again for sharing!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Braided rivers are so cool huh?! Kona slows down if it’s too hot, but other than that she is a mountain goat!

  • @SchoandJo
    @SchoandJo 2 роки тому

    I cannot believe the color of that water! Can we do a A+K Alaska v2 with Jo and Schmo?

  • @Ostrom38
    @Ostrom38 2 роки тому

    I wasn't sure you would make it to Valdez! I am excited to see the area in your next video!

  • @melpotvin8771
    @melpotvin8771 2 роки тому

    Until you added the weather forecast at the end I planned to comment on the amazing weather with blue skies yours had. But you’ve overall had great weather. Beautiful views, some muddy challenges and a little rain. Any complete rained days we don’t know about? I heard a comment on another UA-camr channel that their friend had an awful experience while in Alaska. Rained hard every day while he was there with complete cloud cover that he couldn’t see or do anything. Can’t predict weather but it can ruin an experience. Glad you’re enjoying your trip.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We got really lucky with the weather. We had enough flexibility to move around our adventures for "better" weather days. Just about every day we weren't filming it was raining pretty hard all day long. In our next video the weather wasn't very pleasant, but again the rain held off just enough for us to be able to film, but the views weren't what we had hoped for much of it. We definitely experienced lots of rain while there!

    • @melpotvin8771
      @melpotvin8771 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Definitely a place I couldn’t live with so much rain and half the year in complete darkness. Tough folks who call Alaska home. Sure is pretty though.

  • @Himachalbasi
    @Himachalbasi 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful and nice video

  • @amycuaresma
    @amycuaresma 2 роки тому

    Responding to your viewers comments makes me love you guys even more than I already do.

  • @OneLeggedTarantula
    @OneLeggedTarantula 2 роки тому

    Gorgeous trip! thanks for the video!

  • @funzeevanzee
    @funzeevanzee 2 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @Rollout123
    @Rollout123 2 роки тому

    Biggest storm in 10 years approaching Alaska...be safe!

  • @OutdoorMS
    @OutdoorMS 2 роки тому

    My favorite valdez

  • @daisygolden3311
    @daisygolden3311 2 місяці тому

    great video! Thank you, which month were you there at Valdez? I heard it is raining most of the August? thank you,

  • @babyblueyoshi
    @babyblueyoshi 2 роки тому +2

    This whole Alaska series I’m just screaming “It’s so pretty!!!” But how long did it take to inflate the kayak?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We were screaming that too! It only takes about 15 minutes for it to be pumped up and ready to go!

  • @jerrymaes9471
    @jerrymaes9471 8 місяців тому

    I’ve heard Valdez is great…. But it’s great views just like the other spots you shared….. thinking this is too far out of our way to get to…. We’re so be happy with our south to north plan

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  8 місяців тому

      There are wonderful views all over Alaska, the entire drive to Valdez is incredible and the surrounding area of Valdez is top notch.
      In this guide we share our top recommendations for Valdez: adventuresofaplusk.com/things-to-do-in-valdez-alaska
      And this video from Valdez as well: ua-cam.com/video/tJSSXEcXh0c/v-deo.html
      We thinks it's worth it, but it is a drive!

  • @PTPhotography
    @PTPhotography 2 роки тому

    Big day = big coffee... truer words were never spoken 😂

  • @stormybeckerfalso4331
    @stormybeckerfalso4331 2 роки тому

    I noticed this was filmed in early August, but gosh I hope you are out of the way of the big storm hitting Alaska!

  • @PatrickRU1992
    @PatrickRU1992 2 роки тому

    you guys have had some occasional bad weather in AK but in general it seems like you really lucked out! What an amazing day that was

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We experienced a lot of rain, but thankfully the weather was really good when it really mattered for us!

  • @gregprince2523
    @gregprince2523 2 роки тому

    Konami says Mom n Dad what did you get us into!!!!! That hike was steep!

  • @cmichaelhaugh8517
    @cmichaelhaugh8517 2 роки тому

    Too much fun 😎

  • @jameswaldecker1236
    @jameswaldecker1236 2 роки тому

    When you were loading up this video, you were probably thinking, 'Some jerk is going to say he has Verizon and got through to AT&T at the Lion's Head Trail.' Well, um... I'm that jerk! But I had totally different weather when I did it back on July 11, so maybe the cell reception was affected. It was really overcast, and I was rained on coming back down the trail (yep, serves me right :) ). But the sunny weather you had for Lion's Head was what I had for Pepper Peak, which is definitely a trail to be done when you first get to Alaska, not after lots of intense hiking, so I think your instincts served you well there. My legs were fresh for Pepper Peak, and they needed to be, especially when you're staring at another 1500 feet elevation gain with a mile to go. I love all the footage on the drive to Valdez! Everything about driving around that whole Glenallen to Chitina corridor along the Richardson Highway is magical. I went by that Ahtna HQ a number of times. I didn't go south of Chitina / McCarthy Road, so I'm looking forward to what you discover next!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      What the heck! haha we drove past that area several times and never had service!
      Pepper Peak looked like a beast!
      We're pumped to share the rest of the Alaskan adventures!

    • @jameswaldecker1236
      @jameswaldecker1236 2 роки тому

      Haha! I also have an Android. Maybe that factored in? Perhaps? Ah, we'll never know! :)
      I was proud to conquer that beast! I could see Palmer up there on Pepper Peak, as well as the Matanuska River (Lion's Head was a closer view of the river, of course). Eklutna Lake was waaay down there. :) The Twin Peaks and Knik Arm were off to the west. It was gorgeous!
      Can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to all things Wrangell, and reliving that whole region!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Wow! We wish we could’ve done that one. It’s high on our list for next time!

  • @jamesenloe2791
    @jamesenloe2791 2 роки тому

    I thought that stretch was the best too.
    Other than a horrible halibut fishing trip, I had the best time in Valdez.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      That drive was gorgeous! We're excited to share the rest of it in our next video!

  • @peterbu2817
    @peterbu2817 2 роки тому +1

    I’m curious what do you do for work?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We earn money from our UA-cam videos and our website. This blog post explains in more detail 😊 adventuresofaplusk.com/blog/travel-budgeting

  • @MajorAddiction
    @MajorAddiction 2 роки тому

    Don't now how you guys manage to get such "clean" footage from inside the car. Any bugs/debris is hardly noticeable and little to no reflections. As always, thanks for sharing. 😁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We try to clean the windshield often and almost always film in slomo when driving. Kathryn does a great job with it! Thank you!

  • @wendysuperfan1014
    @wendysuperfan1014 8 місяців тому

    thanks A+K

  • @glory5918
    @glory5918 6 місяців тому

    Most informative, scenic and enjoyable vid. Great air pump, could you recommend? You two might be too young to remember the Exxon Valdez 'Oil Spill' (more like a total oil dump) that occurred in Prince William Sound's Bligh Reef (off Bligh Island) at the mouth of the channel leading to the port of Valdez. ~ "The Exxon Valdez oil spill occurred in Prince William Sound, Alaska, on March 24, 1989, when Exxon Valdez, an oil tanker bound for Long Beach, California, struck Prince William Sound's Bligh Reef at 12:04 a.m. local time and spilled 11 to 38 million US gallons (260,000 to 900,000 bbl; 42,000 to 144,000 m3) of crude oil over the next few days. It is considered to be one of the most devastating human-caused environmental disasters. The Valdez spill was the largest in US waters until the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, in terms of volume released. However, Prince William Sound's remote location, accessible only by helicopter, plane, or boat, made government and industry response efforts difficult and severely taxed existing plans for response. The region is a habitat for salmon, sea otters, seals and seabirds."

  • @shuminfan101
    @shuminfan101 2 роки тому

    Just came back from our trip to Utah, sooo happy to see three new episodes! Your Alaska adventure is getting better and better, sometimes I feel it’s like a mixture of Banff, Jasper, Glacier NP…… Mountains, lakes, glaciers, just amazing! Can’t believe it has been almost two months, curious to know how many miles have you covered so far in Alaska? 🥰🥰🥰

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We hope you had a great trip! The summer has flown by for us. Probably around 6k miles! 😅

  • @DaniG2018
    @DaniG2018 2 роки тому

    Sooooo Beautiful 😍 ❤️🦋🌼 Did someone say coffee? Did you run into Juan 🤭 lol. Thanks for taking us along 🍂🍁🌻

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you and thanks for watching!
      Who is Juan?

    • @DaniG2018
      @DaniG2018 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Juan Valdez the Columbian Coffee maker. You were in Valdez and got Coffee ☕️ 🤭

  • @myjourneysinfaith
    @myjourneysinfaith 2 роки тому

    Awesome

  • @like2befishing197
    @like2befishing197 2 роки тому +1

    That was the shortest food review you’ve ever done!🤓

  • @connor401
    @connor401 2 роки тому

    Have y'all looked into the new Starlink for RVs?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      We are looking into it and are hoping to get it when we get back to Texas over the holidays! It wouldn't have helped us much for our Alaska trip because it doesn't work north of about half through British Columbia

  • @mountainmanwannabe9495
    @mountainmanwannabe9495 2 роки тому

    Oh man, spectacular! BTW, have you done any more fishing lately?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      I have! I fished a bit in the Yukon and caught two more grayling!

  • @VisasCambodia
    @VisasCambodia Рік тому

    Hello you 🤗❤️

  • @randallwolff8124
    @randallwolff8124 11 місяців тому

    very nice, what month was this I dont see mosquito nets???

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  11 місяців тому

      This was late August/early September!

    • @randallwolff8124
      @randallwolff8124 11 місяців тому

      thank you much appreciated.
      did you by chance need canadian money going through canada?
      @@AdventuresofAplusK

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  11 місяців тому

      We used card everywhere we could. Which was most places we went. But we did have some Canadian cash on us

    • @randallwolff8124
      @randallwolff8124 11 місяців тому

      thank you. Am going to drive there from AZ May 1st.. Last time I drove the alcan was 1979. Started that trip May 1st as well, I expect things are different now.
      @@AdventuresofAplusK

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 2 роки тому

    Are ticks a problem for you or puppy?????? great job

  • @tacrewgirl
    @tacrewgirl 2 роки тому

    You can see the Sphinx shape of Lions Head only when driving West towards Anchorage. I like how two highlight to call AT&T for that hike. So many other bloggers and vloggers skip all of the details.
    The Wrangell Mountains viewpoint is great on a clear day. I think I've only seen all of them twice. 😂
    As always great cinematography and sharing some Alaska Native culture at Eklutna.
    Are you guys going to McCarthy afterwards before leaving the state?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +1

      Ah ok. We were trying to look back at it when we were driving away and thought mayyybe we could see it, but still weren't sure. Ya we had to try to call a couple times and almost gave up on it and thought we were going to have to skip it. Thankfully the phone rang!
      We were a little bummed on that drive when there was so much cloud cover, but that's how it goes!
      We wished we could've visited Eklutna and shared it more, but just didn't have time. We're glad we could at least highlight it a bit.
      Yes, we went to McCarthy and Wrangell-St. Elias. Polishing off that video edit this weekend!

    • @tacrewgirl
      @tacrewgirl 2 роки тому

      @@AdventuresofAplusK You can see a beautiful view of Mt. Drum just above the highway with 12k ft of prominence about 20 miles heading east towards Glennallen on a clear day. It's beautiful and quite the sight.
      Yay for the McCarthy video. Excited to see it.
      I also just noticed that you haven't been north to Delta Junction, stopped at the roadhouses, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, Arctic Circle, Atigun Pass, Prudhoe Bay, the Denali Highway, or Top of the World Highway.
      This state is HUGE and that's just the road system.
      Unfortunately western Alaska is being ravaged by hurricane-like winds and flooding right now and under a state of emergency. Many in these Alaska Native communities have lost their houses and boats (livelihood) as they are sheltering in schools. It's only accessible by air.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому

      We would've loved to have seen it! I don't think we were able to that day.
      We did go to Delta Junction at one point in our journey, but weren't vlogging that day. We weren't able to visit some of those areas you mentioned due to lack of time. COVID took some of our time unfortunately.
      Actually our first adventure in the state was the Denali Highway and we had planned to make a video about it, but we were having a rough day and it was foggy and smoky and didn't think it would be a very good video so we ended up cutting it. We did one hike off the highway and will share it in our Alaska recap video in a few weeks.
      Stay tuned for the Top of the World Highway and Arctic Circle (but in Canada).
      Yes we're thinking about Western Alaska and hope there is a quick recovery!

  • @bugginout23
    @bugginout23 2 роки тому

    Dang! I gots to go to Alaska!

  • @luannvandenberg5384
    @luannvandenberg5384 2 роки тому

    You missed the Spirit houses in Eklutna.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 роки тому +2

      As much as we’d love to do it all we unfortunately cannot. All the more reason to come back 😊

  • @koumongvang2982
    @koumongvang2982 2 роки тому

    So you guys skip the artic circle ?