Winter, Sea and Mountain Life | Off-Grid Remote Alaska

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Lots of distractions this winter, keeping me from home. Now that I have accomplished the zero debt mission, it's time to rest a bit and prepare for summer. And an Alaskans main summer mission is to prepare for the next winter!
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@Trampslikeusjb 9 месяцев назад

The close attention to detail has me in awe. Wind sock over the water access hole as an example. So well thought out and organized. I’m taking away and learning for my cabin.

@MountainMariner 9 месяцев назад

I do like things to be in a logical and orderly manner. Don’t think I’ll ever reach perfection but I work towards that goal everyday.

@Kreedogger Год назад

7:06 Great news. Congratulations on successfully completing your mission of gettin TF out of debt.

@Kreedogger Год назад

That was an absolutely stunning introduction sequence, Sir. Extremely well done. It was moving.

@johninalaska9563 Год назад

Hi Ed, truck is paid off, debt free? What a wonderful life. I have been debt free for many years, I pay cash for everything. I really enjoyed the snowmachine ride except for the last part. It happened to me a couple of weekends ago. Luckily I had my shovel with me but, it took an hour to get out. If you buy a new Skidoo, make it a double widetrack.

@MountainMariner Год назад

I’d love to have a Skandic SWT. Once I establish a trail with the Summit I use the Tundra for hauling/work. But a wide track machine would be nice. Except getting a heavy machine like that stuck wouldn’t be fun at all.

@denisfrancine3221 5 месяцев назад

Another wonderful ride! I find myself dodging trees and bushes , second viewing for this video also! Your drone footage is fantastic! Thanks for sharing your peace and quiet!

@TheDenny62 Год назад

When we would ride in to our cabins and knew we would not be riding for a few days, we would make sure the engine was cooled off we would raise the hood and cover the engine with a 5x8 tarp. we could really get to the whole engine wrapped up. Then close the hood. That way it was clear of snow. Then we would put the cover on. We didn't have the bear problem to worry about like up there.

@MountainMariner Год назад

Bears and high winds will do evil things to snow machine covers. But that being said I need to try a high quality cover for the winters at least. About a $350.00 experiment though.

@independentcontractor1633 9 месяцев назад

One of my favorite channels. The scenery, your place/ lifestyle and music superb. I lived similarly but as a defense contractor. Loved my time at home here in the mountains.

@MountainMariner 9 месяцев назад

I prefer the mountains over the sea. Thanks for watching and the compliment!

@marianfrances4959 Год назад

Awesome you have your month-long home times coming up again! Enjoyed the trail tour and the cooking! 👍😎🇨🇦🌲❄🌞

@michaelmitchell7170 Год назад

Your camera skills are top notch. An enjoyable view. Thanks.

@robertallan9601 Месяц назад

Love your uploads, an inspiration to us all.

@MountainMariner Месяц назад

I appreciate that!

@terriefirmin3190 Год назад

Having to play catch up with your beautiful vlogs..for some reason they are not automatically appearing to be viewed..good to know that you can freeze Sourdough..that's why i haven't tried starting any..didn't know about it would survive freezing 😊

@lonanakken1688 Год назад

Awesome to put the truck debt behind you. Always great to have the option to work less. I never get tired of your views and the landscapes around your cabin.Thanks for sharing. You'll have to let us know if your weak batteries/beeping alarms help deter the bears!

@MountainMariner Год назад

Thanks for watching! And I try everything to keep the bears out of the cabin, so far so good but I’m always trying to be one step ahead of the bears.

@MattAK Год назад

Was just thinking this afternoon about when you'd be getting back home this time. Some BBQ sauce would have topped those muffins off just right. Ed McMuffins!

@stevefisher2121 Год назад

Good to see you back safely. I still say that drone view from above your cabin is one of the best views I have ever seen!!! Are you planning on any reloading videos? God bless and take care Ed.

@MountainMariner Год назад

Doubtful with the reloading videos. For reasons you are surely aware of,...Unfortunately.

@stevefisher2121 Год назад

@@MountainMariner yeah - RU-vid has pretty much screwed up that whole thing!!!

@AloneinRemoteAlaska Год назад

Welcome home Ed! Always a fun time to zoom around your property. Soon it will just be a jungle again. Rest up and cook a bit. Get some chores done and some projects accomplished and then we do it all over again! Debt free is the best way! Now you are really free! Congrats! You buying a helicopter next? 🤣

@MountainMariner Год назад

No helicopter purchase in my future plans. Unless I accidentally get very rich. Summer jungle will be here by June, then getting around becomes even harder than the winter.

@minab7390 Год назад

Again, stunning cinematography! Excellent!

@MountainMariner Год назад

Thanks for watching my channel!

@livin_life_321 Год назад

Nice looking muffins. I usually put my sourdough in the frig when I need a break from baking. Never knew you could freeze it! Good to know! Welcome back.

@peerzechmann5253 Год назад

Hey, welcome back!

@enigmaticgwichin1630 Год назад

Ah man getting me hungry at midnight. Just an awesome view from your house

@MountainMariner Год назад

The view never gets old here! Thanks for watching.

@paulhunter546 8 месяцев назад

Always good to hang out with you Ed 😁👍

@MountainMariner 8 месяцев назад

Always! Thanks for watching!

@LifeinAlaska Год назад

Glad you are back!

@MountainMariner Год назад

I’m glad to be back! Thanks for watching!

@amandaspear3373 Год назад

Welcome home! Nice to see you back. You really seem to thrive on this lifestyle…thanks for sharing your perspective! Enjoy your home adventures!

@theresebennett5372 Год назад

I bet home feels really good for you. Beautiful intro on this video. Thank you! Enjoy your short stay home to the fullest.

@MountainMariner Год назад

Thanks for watching! I always enjoy my time here on the mountain. I’d never leave if given the opportunity.

@rw3100 Год назад

Is it me you haven't had as much snow as last year? Good ride on the snowmobile. Good to hear from you take care 👍🍻

@MountainMariner Год назад

Very little snow this year. This time last year I had over ten feet. Right now only about 3 feet average.

@conniebarnes7383 Год назад

As always gorgeous video..enjoy your time off. Congrats on being debt free.

@MountainMariner Год назад

Thanks!

@PaullaWells Год назад

Where does the trail lead? Did you see the epic journey Ariel and Eric took? I don't wanna spoil it for you in case you haven't seen it yet. Do you have four wheelers to use in summer? I know I could go back and watch stuff instead of asking probably, but it's more fun to ask. 🤣

@MountainMariner Год назад

The 4x4 ATV can only go between the lake and cabin. Also one other trail I’ve been working on for years for logging purposes. The other winter snow machine trail leads back to town, and I’m only aware of one other person that uses it. I did see Ariel and Eric’s video. I’ve been watching their content since they got here to Alaska!

@PaullaWells Год назад

@@MountainMariner - Me too! Well, "there" in Alaska. Isn't that exciting?!? I can't wait to see what they accomplish with that new equipment. Ok, so I wondered if the trail led to town and if one was for logging. I look forward to more videos from you during your next month off from work.

@bobuncle6962 Год назад

Welcome home. I am sorry to hear that the experiment of parking down at the landing site failed. Summer project to build a storage shed down by the landing site.

@MountainMariner Год назад

The only problem with a shed is I’d end up having to dig the shed out of the snow. I’ve contemplated a shed built up on stilts about 5-7 feet off the summertime ground level. Ramp in and out to make entry and exit easy.

@bobuncle6962 Год назад

@@MountainMariner maybe some kind of drop down ramp if it could be done with it filling with snow. I have seen one, I just have to remember where and see if I can find it. I will see what I can find

@bobuncle6962 Год назад

Called my brother as he had sent me the video and think s it won't work in your climate. It was trailer ramps welded on to a metal bar and they flipped up and and had a latch. He thought they would freeze closed and not open when you needed them to.@@MountainMariner

@cham3784 Год назад

Absolutely stunning and so envious of where and how you live. We never get much snow here in the U.K. and when we get a couple of inch the country grinds to a halt 😂😂 Glad you’re now debt free and able to halt any overtime and spend more time at home in the cabin. 🙏🏻👏🏻✨

@MountainMariner Год назад

Thanks for watching my little channel! It’s been non-stop snowing since last night, another 6 inches of snow already on the ground! And another 8 hours of snow forecasted.

@bigal7125 Год назад

Glad all is well for you. As always thanks for taking us along.

@dcranch4820 Год назад

Thanks for sharing. Glad your back as ive been looking forward to your videos!!!

@MountainMariner Год назад

Glad to be back!

@wendyd1013 Год назад

The trail ride/work was a bit of a nail biter. Nice to see you have some good "stoppin'-sense". I never knew northern lights could be red!?! Just magnificent! You're quite the connoisseur... Surely that was to your satisfaction! ☺🖤

@MountainMariner Год назад

Red is rare. Generally only seen during the sun’s intense coronal mass ejections or significant solar flares. Exactly which caused that particular light show.

@wendyd1013 Год назад

@@MountainMariner well dang... that exceeds my understanding of the complexities of the universe...but it sure was a beautiful light show ☺

@Nannygoat Год назад

Could you hike out of your place? New subscriber here so l wanted to ask. May be an old subject. Beautiful home! English muffins looked good! Cheers.

@MountainMariner Год назад

Yes, you can hike out back to town. It takes about 12 hours on snowshoes. In the summer when there is no snow it’s much more difficult. You need a packraft to float down the river to town. The terrain is very difficult in summer. And the bears are out.

@Nannygoat Год назад

They seems to thrive in your mountain top area too! I am very rural and often carry a firearm. We don't have bears but snakes, coyotes, cougars, bobcats...mostly unaffected by wild life but l feel safer carrying a firearm....small caliber.

@bobuncle6962 Год назад

Idea is good, execution just needs refining!

@offgridhomesteadingmcgarve1494 Год назад

I’m sure it’s nice to be back. Quite the adventure just roaming around the yard.👍 Nice to have the truck payed off. Hopefully you won’t have to work much overtime and you can get a lot done this year. How many inches do you have? My buddies in Utah said they have over 300 inches where they been snowmobiling. Over 6-800 inches at the ski resorts. You make it a wonderful week my friend..!!

@MountainMariner Год назад

Right now there is only about 3 feet of snow on the average. Snow drifts much deeper than that here and there, but the average is three feet. Last year this time there was over 10 feet still on the ground.

@ashleyanderson2859 Год назад

Debt free is the only way to be! Glad for you. How many miles of trail do you maintain?

@MountainMariner Год назад

24 miles to town by trail. 🥴

@ashleyanderson2859 Год назад

@@MountainMariner how often do you make that trip

@MyAlaska12 Год назад

getting stuck is never fun especially by yourself. really sucks about your snowmachines with the windblown snow.

@MountainMariner Год назад

100% My fault for that happening. I should have known better.

@MyAlaska12 Год назад

@@MountainMariner it happens lol

@MountainMariner Год назад

Turbo Summit 165” SkiDoo next year. 180 horsepower. I won’t get stuck much but I might die in a fiery blaze of glory! 😁

@gaselekrauss415 Год назад

Can you put a small snowmobile hut closer to the helicopter site?

@MountainMariner Год назад

Remember sheds, outhouses etc, when built upon the ground in summer will disappear in the winter. So having my snowmobiles nestled nicely inside the shed would still require me digging the entire shed out. There is really only one spot that the wind keeps the snow away and that’s where my cabin sits. There should be 10 + feet of snow but this year it’s only around 3.