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We live in Campbell River! Thanks for showing off our town. We love living here.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We had a fantastic time! Thanks for watching!

Lovin it, you two! Your storytelling, video production and overall quality continue to get better and better. Great job!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jamie!

You guys explored soooo much around Campbell river! Made my husband nostalgic for his old town!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We loved it so much!

Dang! That scenery is breath taking!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It was!

as someone who lives in campbell river and doesn't get out much anymore this brought a tear to my eye because of all the memories I had in these locations

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 ай бұрын

We're glad we could share!

AWESOME VIDEO!! I love when KZreadrs I follow go and explore where I grew up! The firewood thing is a more common thing around BC. All provincial parks have firewood for sale and it's very rare that they won't have any. Also, because of all the fire restrictions during the summer, some people bring propane fires instead.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Ah good to know! We had a great time in Campbell River!

Wow! So much beauty on one island! (We like pork and pineapple together, too.)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Pork and pineapple is a dynamite combo!

I really need to get out of Ontario and over to BC !! Thanks for sharing the amazing aspects of our amazing country. Continued safe travels!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

BC is one of our favorite places! We are so thankful we get to experience and share Canada! Thanks for watching!

I never get tired of telling you that you two are so adorable and such an inspiration in showing us that there are kind, loving human beings. You love nature and love each other. I think you are living your best life 💘🌻🐕

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We never get tired of hearing it ☺️ thank you, Guadalupe!

Wow, looks amazing!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

💙💙

Love when you guys make the best out of your situation with the smores ;))) Way to go! Safe travels...always enjoying following your journeys!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Nothing was stopping us from having smores lol!

more beautiful scenery!! Great vid as always

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for showing us some more of Vancouver Island! It looks so beautiful there! Looking forward to some more!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We're excited to share more! Thanks!

Such a gorgeous area. I don't think I'd get tired of living there.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

Only seen three videos and I know your go to is Pork! Lol. Great Videos! I’ve been away from home (Nanaimo) for the last four months and these videos on my home have been a blessing! Have a sweet day you too! ❤

Another great video filled with tasty food, beautiful places, and good times.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I knew an old fellow who caught an 82 pound chinook at Campbell River... on 20 pound line!! Incredible place.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Whoa! As a beginner fly angler I'd love to catch anything...even a little tiny fish! lol

@bob_frazier

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK I am sure you will! And it's always the same... "just one" then "a whole mess of 'em!" Then you'll want " a monster". Good luck!

Yaaayyy new vid. Hope Canada is treating y'all well!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Canada is amazing!

Another great video. Stay safe and enjoy the journey. Thanks for sharing and providing me with more ideas for our trip in the future.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We are happy to share, thankful you watch, and thankful that we can be of value!

Ok, that’s it, we are going to Vancouver Island for some beautiful views and exploration ! Cannot thank you enough for your incredible inspiration! Hugs from your Oregon Buddy.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Book a trip ASAP, Mary! You won't regret it!

Love the videos about the island. Thanks for taking us along. It looks like a very interesting place to spend some time exploring everything. Until next time... Travel safe.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We’re thankful and happy to share our adventures! The island is a must visit!

Really enjoy watching y’all’s videos. Love the high quality videography!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Love your videos, Canada is such a beautiful country !

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed! Thanks!

I’m so glad you guys film these in 4k. I honestly feel like I’m traveling with you at times!😅

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Wahoo! We're glad the quality shines through! Thanks, Raye!

Beautiful video!! Beautiful lakes and waterfalls - especially the last waterfall! Campsite is amazing! Really enjoying your videos! Thanks for sharing. Bless you.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We were blown away by everything the island has to offer. Thanks and thanks for watching!

Thank you for another great video I finally caught up and watched every single video from the beginning all of them very enjoyable, can't wait to watch this whole video

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

You’re the best, Justin! Those early videos are a bit cringy for us 🙈🙉🙊😂!

@JustinBrehm

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK everybody has to start somewhere before you find your niche and they're still very enjoyable hahaha keep up the good work

You're killing me Smalls!! This island is amazing!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It truly is!

Beautiful! You just keep making one gloriously stunning video after another!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching!

Wow nicely done!!

Now you guys will be going along places I'm probably never going to go, thanks for sharing your adventures. 🙂👍

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We’re happy to share and thankful you watch!

LOL. Richard, is that you???? Great video; it looks so beautiful there!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 thanks for watching!

Vancouver Island is one beautiful island!!! Thanks again for capturing the beauty of this wonderful place in Canada!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

You got that right! Hopefully we're doing it justice!

@chrisgoldsby4103

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you are!!@@AdventuresofAplusK

Another great video. Thanks for letting us tag along- safe travels!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Joe!

Looks like an amazing place. Glad the borders are opening back up

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The whole island was amazing!

“Her name is Richard.” :) Good ole one-eyed Richard. :) Thst area is jaw-droppingly beautiful. Those waterfalls! Thanks!

Loved the Kathryn and Adam Cam, so cute! That fish looked delectable!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It was fun to make!

You guys are awesome & such an inspiration to us! Keep up the great work! 🤩

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Loved the video.Its Absolutely Beautiful there and the waterfalls are Beautiful.I have always dreamed of going to Alaska and i am with yall.Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We're so happy and thankful we can share our adventures with you! Thank you for following along!

Your videos are amazing! I stumbled upon your KZread site when I was planning a two week trip to the National Parks in Utah (Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol reef, Canyonlands, and Arches) a few months ago and I subscribed and have been following ever since. I completed the trip with a friend in May and your videos were sooooo helpful!!! Now I’m looking forward to your future videos of your adventure in Canada and Alaska! Thanks!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching and following along! It makes us really happy to hear that we are helpful! Make sure to check out our website as well for any future trips you have planned. We can be much more detailed and thorough on our written content! Thanks again!

Hi Kona I’m glad you and your humans are enjoying this beautiful island I get to call home 🐕 🌊🏔 My mom enjoys watching all the adventures of your humans too Ranger 🐾

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Kona is so happy to hear that! Thanks for watching our adventures and we’re a bit envious you get to live there! Thanks Ranger and mom!

It's awesome you came to the island! It's beautiful here, glad you enjoyed your stay!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Oh it’s such an amazing place! Thanks for watching!

Hey Aand K. Thanks for the Campbell River video. The west coast is truly a remarkable creation. I used to live in Campbell River in my teens. I miss the west coast. I will return to C.R. in June to visit family and friends. My cousin runs a fishing tour and has been doing it since he is 14. I am really looking forward to it. I usually go every year. I will also be going to Victoria as well. Thanks for all your videos. I saw a recent video of your favourite spots and I agree that Vancouver Island is my favourite. Sorry for my rambling on. Happy New Year.

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

Oh man Vancouver Island and CR are so epic! We're jealous of your trip! Thanks for watching! Happy New Year!

Another great videos y'all keep the good work up y'all take care

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Wayne!

Highly recommend anyone watching, watch from your big screen, you truly will appreciate these beautiful hikes & the outstanding videography! Great job guys! ~Cara 😊

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Thanks!

Fried salmon. Never heard of it either but anxious to try it. May change our travel plans and leave early so we can add my bucket list item, Vancouver Island. Got my notes from watching your videos! 😍

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It was tasty! If you can fit the island into your schedule do it because it’s a must visit! We’re so glad we could be helpful! Thanks for watching!

Loving this trip....Beautiful land...Stay safe.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Up until Covid we used to gather at Foggdukkers once a week in the evening to play music. it was open to anyone who wanted to play whatever instrument they wanted. Lots of people came to listen and drink coffee. It will likely start up this summer again. Love living here.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like an awesome time and great community resource! We'd love to experience that one day! Thanks for sharing that and for watching!

Our family hope you've enjoyed your visit to our beautiful city by the sea..we love living here in Campbell River B.C..happy travels :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We LOVED our time there! Can't wait to come back and do more!

@vanessademinick1659

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK we welcome you back :)

That place looks so nice, thanks for posting the awesome video

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It was super duper nice! Thanks!

Vancouver island has got to be the most beautiful place I've ever seen! It looks like a Northern island paradise! By the way it's nice to know that I'm not the only person who doesn't like salmon!

@scottcampbell6360

2 жыл бұрын

More for the rest of us! YUM, salmon.

@bilahn1198

2 жыл бұрын

@@scottcampbell6360 I know, everybody I know loves it. Just the smell of it makes me sick to my stomach.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

I want to like it so badly! My taste buds are evolving, so maybe someday! But in the meantime, Adam isn’t mad he doesn’t have to share haha

Beauuutiful scenery and added these places to my bucket list! Thanks for sharing :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We're happy to share! Thanks for watching!

I moved from Toronto to Vancouver Island last summer and your videos on the island are so great. It's even been helpful for me to scout out some of the places we haven't visited yet. Also... my name is Kathryn too and I hardly ever meet anyone who spells it the same. So hi! 👋

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

Hi! You spell your name the best way! 😊 Color us jealous! We'd move there if we could! We also have guides on our website that might be helpful for exploring the island! Thanks and thanks for watching, Kathryn!

Wow beautiful video

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gary!

Another awesome video. What a scenery. Beautiful natures. And that fish and chips made my mouth watery. ✌

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The fish and chips and pizza were spot on! And the scenery was magnificent!

Hi there! Love your videos and sooo happy you are enjoying yourself. There is so much to do here in Campbell River and surrounding area. I have lived her for over 45 years. It was a great place to raise my kids and they all stayed. I also have 17 grandchildren here that have all started their careers here. Hope you get up to Mount Washington next time you are here. My daughter manages the two lodges up there. The sking and boarding is great. There is also night skiing. Lots to do up there in the summer too. Well I won't chat your ear off any more so have fun and be safe.❤

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Wow that's fantastic! Campbell River would be an amazing place to grow up and have a family. We're not big into skiing, but we're hopeful to give it another go over the next few winters. It would be fun to check out those lodges your daughter works at! Thank you for commenting and thanks for watching!

@ElsaDewitt

3 ай бұрын

There are more activities in the summer, biking, hiking some great trails and a zip line.

Wow what a beautiful area 😍 loved the suspension bridge and waterfall. Can't believe that beach you had your coffee on. And your camp 🏕 for 22 a night was amazing. Adam cracked me up who needs an air guitar 🎸 when you have an air 🎣 fishing pole...hahaha 🤣. Can't wait for smore good times 😀

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Campbell River was an amazing place! We had a great time! You can make anything air guitar I suppose! 😂

Wow seeing that snow on the mountain and you guys wearing jackets when it’s 100 in Florida has me rethinking life.. fantastic vid friends

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The Northwest is the place to be!

All I seem to do is say how beautiful the places you explore are but I cannot lie! 😁 Campbell River was gorgeous…the falls, waters while kayaking, the suspension bridge…all just WOW! Kathryn, I have to agree with you…the pizza looked SO yummy! Although Adam’s fish looked good and I’m sure was good for a fish loving person! I would have eaten all those fries though! 😋 You two make me smile so big with your personalities and I just love to see my Konie Bear! 😘❤️❤️❤️🐶🥰

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We're on gorgeous beauty overload right now! We've seen some of the most beautiful scenery in the world day after day! We had a ton of fun in Campbell River and the food was delicious too!

That coffee shop does have the best view(beach) and I want that pizza. Like that inflatable kayak idea. Thanks for sharing.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That's our top coffee shop view of all time now! We love getting out on the kayak! We highly recommend it if you're looking to buy one. Thanks for watching!

I gain weight watching these 🤣 but seriously what an amazingly beautiful island! ❤️ As a longtime Oregon camper, those kickstarts are great for fires, that and a bag of tea light candles 🙌🏻

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Haha! I tried everything I could think of to get the fire going. I think what I needed to do is chop the wet wood into smaller pieces. That might’ve helped, but I only have a dull hatchet. It was still fun and a good time!

Thanks for the video. A beautiful place. Loved the waterfalls and scenery . Looks like the food was delicious, especially the pizza.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The Campbell River area was a ton of fun! The food was very 😋

Great video of this area. We live an hour away and enjoy camping in that area. We also have the exact kayak. So handy. We love it.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We love the kayak! Thanks for watching

Awesome to watch! born and raise on Vancouver Island. So awesome to see this :) now i want to go camping and will for sure get on the wood before hand!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Get out there and camp! Thanks for watching!

That waterfall was so beautiful. I'm behind and catching up on the videos tonight.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Thanks for watching

Ohmysgosh! So glad We watched to the end to see you rap!! 🎶🎤 Drop it like it’s hawt! 🔥 🔥 🔥 and those burgers looked amazing! 🍔

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

hahahaha we'll try to work that in a little more! Drop it like it's haaawwttt!

Reese’s on s’mores!!!😍😍😍 I just KNEW there was something I really liked about you two!

Just finishing a trip around Vancouver Island with the highlight being the salmon run in Campbell River - we were thrilled to see so many black bears right in our campground and along the river! We ate at Dockside (salmon and snapper basket was great!) and coffee at fogg duckers was also great! Thanks for the video to help us plan our trip!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

10 ай бұрын

That is so awesome! Glad y'all had a great trip! Thank you and thanks for watching!

so cool to see people explore my home island where i grew up :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We LOVED it!

In Canada its almost always the campground that has the wood ( because we have so much here).

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That is good to know. We weren't sure. We were at that campground the night before and didn't see any park operators around so we weren't sure how to buy it. That campground was amazing! We've really been impressed with all the Canadian campgrounds we've stayed at!

Loved the video on Campbell River! I was able to explore along with you as I was born and raised on the island (live in Nanaimo) but haven’t seen a few of those places yet even though we are in the area every couple of weeks. The ferry that you saw in Campbell River goes to Quadra Island which is a 10 minute sailing. If you ever get a chance to go over there it is worth it! We have vacation property on the northern part of the island in Granite Bay which is pretty remote. If you do get a chance to visit Quadra island, I highly recommend Rebecca Spit as it is stunning with gorgeous views and there are so many beautiful hiking trails over there. Happy travels!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We’re so glad and thankful we could share and experience it! We would love to visit Quadra Island. It looked like a lot of fun and very beautiful. Hopefully one day! That’s nice you have some property out there!

Never thought of peanut butter cup Smores... I'll have to try that on my next trip into the wilds. As far as getting a campfire started with wet wood, a propane torch attachment that fits on the same tanks as your stove works wonders under those conditions. I keep one in my RV for just such occasions as it takes up very little space.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That propane torch would've come in handy big time! I think if I could have chopped the wood into smaller pieces that would've helped also! All I have is a dull hatchet, though. Oh well it made for a funny moment. Thanks, John!

Still amazing; seems like the videos are better and better; thanks 👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Charles!

Yeah here I find the gas stations usually have firewood as well as any rural road. The other thing depending where you are I usually just go right into the woods and get my own firewood. If you guys come back, I would say try ripple rock trail, and Menzies lookout. I absolutely love the campsites, trails and lakes on the sayward canoe route. No where on there is a bad place to call home for the night. Even with your van you can fit comfortably ❤️ good luck on the rest of your travels can't wait to see your adventures!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We were looking all over! We called a few gas stations and were told no. If we drove by one we looked outside, but maybe they keep it inside. Thanks for those tips on places to check out! We'll definitely be back and we want to check out this canoe route! Thanks for watching!

My Suspension Bridge List: Capilano, Royal Gorge, Brooklyn, Golden Gate, George Washington, San Francisco - Oakland and the bridge at HEB Camp in Leakey, TX. Gonna have to travel to Elk Falls some day to experience that one too. Very cool, A+K. Great video…I loved the two perspective cam shots. “One, Two, Three…Break!” Lol 🤙🏽🦭🍕

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That's a solid list of suspension bridges! We had a lot of fun with the two perspectives!

Just watched the video while on vacation myself in Colorado! Going and doing some of the things y’all did in CO! Vancouver Island looks like a beautiful place! Great job guys! Adam just wait to you get to Alaska for salmon hey maybe you can even catch your on there! They are huge!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! We hope you're having a great time! If you need more ideas of things to do check out our website (if you haven't already). We have a lot of guides for southwest Colorado. adventuresofaplusk.com/category/colorado I am so excited to fish! I don't know if I'll go for salmon as I don't think I have the right rod for it and you have to buy another stamp to legally fish for it, but I'm hopeful to catch lots of other fish! I'll definitely be eating some salmon though! 😋

Wow that scenery is absolutely incredible! Looking forward to the fly fishing in Alaska that Adam alluded to.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

I'm pumped also! Hopefully I won't get snagged in too many trees and brush! 😂. I'm looking to catch some Arctic Grayling and maybe some trout

@BopjoWebDesign

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK dude, fresh trout straight from an Alaskan river to the grill…that would taste so good!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping to do it before I leave here! I'm keeping my expectations low! haha I've fished only a handful of times and have never caught anything. So I'm keeping my expectations low so that if I don't catch anything I'll still have a good time! I have a feeling I'll catch a few though

@mcnater

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK I have faith!!!

You guys are awesome 😎

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching!

We camped at Loveland for may long weekend, probably out there close to the same time! Cheers love your videos.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Yep we were there Victoria Day weekend! We were in site 9. Thanks and thanks for watching!

This was a beautiful vlog in every sense of the word! Vancouver island looks amazing! I like the way you're ok to get food from two different places when not in the mood for the same thing. Helen and I have done that already. Adam your fish and chips looked so good! Katherine's pizza looked really good as well minus the pineapple. Sorry I have to differ with you on that...Pineapple doesn't belong on pizza. 🍕 We'll see if that gets my comment a dislike. 😂 Always fun to see Kona having a good time... You guys are truly brilliant at researching your adventures, capturing them and telling beautiful stories! You will forever hold a special place in my heart.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Your comments are always the best, Brad! We had fun filming the two perspectives for the different foods! Kathryn said your commenting privileges have been revoked for that pineapple comment! 😂😂 jk!

Adam👍👏😄 excellent dance moves 👏👏👏👏👏

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Gotta work it! 😂

So glad you guys loved it here! It looks like you chose the perfect day to be here too! It's hard to figure out what the weather is going to do here

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Campbell River was a ton of fun! We do feel like we lucked out our whole time on the island with the weather!

Looks like you got lucky and hit a rare sunny day this year.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We were happy with the weather!

Love me some waterfalls

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Heck ya!

Oh Katherine, I'm afraid salmon is one of the only fresh foods you can get in Alaska! (The other is berries). Hope you like pizza and burgers, because they've got those aplenty up there. It's not a foodie destination but the scenery more than makes up for it. Love the series, guys!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

She’s warming up to salmon! Hopefully the berries will be in season before we have to leave! 🤞. We’ve got our eye on a few places, but you are correct the scenery will definitely be amazing!

My Home Town Home Town Proud

Haven't watched the video not going to watch the video but I lived in Campbell River my whole life and it's a beautiful place the whole island is

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Hello Adventurers😊😊😊, the kayaking ride was AWESOME with the beautiful mountains on both sides. I see y'all ate really good too. Adam, you didn't share me any of your crispy salmon and Kathryn, that pizza looked really good...and y'all didn't share any of that for me? Not Fair😣😣! This was an OUTSTANDING Video!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry we wolfed those meals down mighty fast! You could've called us Hoover Vacuums!

Maybe Memorial Day isn't a holiday in Canada? I loved this video. You guys are the best!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That’s correct, they don’t celebrate Memorial Day. It was Victoria Day when we were there which is the weekend before the US Memorial Day. We were expecting places to be a lot busier! But thankfully they weren’t. Thanks for watching, Mindi!

You skipped right over Courtenay/ Comox valley, we sell firewood everywhere. We have Mount Washington and lots of places to visit.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Didn't have time for it this trip with limited time and budget. Wish we could do it all.

I just had a camping adventure where I couldn’t get my fire going due to wet wood, humidity, and a wet fire pit. So happy we aren’t alone in the struggle 😂

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It's so frustrating too! You just want to enjoy it and it's becomes a bunch of work. Grrrr haha

Just a suggestion for starting a campfire when the wood is damp…..pick up a self-lighting propane torch and a small bottle of propane, or two, from Canadian Tire or just about any hardware store. It helps to split the damp logs into smaller pieces or use dry kindling, then blast it with the flame. This method has worked for me many times.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The propane torch would have been really nice to have! I thought I needed to chop it up smaller, but I just have a dull hatchet. 😡. Thanks for the tips!

Oh my word, the coffee shop seating area on the edge of the water was just stunning! Trying to work out a timeline, what with the snow on the mountains, but you said it's a holiday weekend so I want to guess it's the May Two-Four? I've had salmon shallow fried but never deep fat fried / breaded/battered, but after watching this video, I want to try it pretty badly! Red snapper over here is a pretty expensive so I can't imagine that ever coming from a fish and chip take-away. The Loveland Bay campsite was ridiculously beautiful, it felt like what brochures that persuade you to camp show 😍 So interesting to hear that in the US you can pick up firewood from grocery stores. We have a log burner in our living room and go to a garden centre to buy it in bulk as it's cheaper, but otherwise gas stations are good for all fuels including charcoal for BBQ's, firewood, kindling etc. I always love your videos, but I'm especially loving these ones in Canada!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

The view from the coffee shop is pretty hard to beat! We were the weekend of the 21st of May. The fried salmon was super good! The red snapper too! I've been loving all the fish and chips lately. The campground was one of the nicest we've ever stayed at. We really wish we could've spent a few chill days there just kayaking and enjoying the campground. Firewood in the US is pretty easy to come by, but we had a tough time finding it in Campbell River. The campground had it, but it was just so dang wet. We are loving Canada too so we're glad that's coming through in the videos!

thanks A+k

I’ve camped many times in Canada and they always have piles of firewood at each campground. That’s the way it used to be in the US. You do need an ax however as have not ever seen it broken down enough to start a fires with.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they had a lot at our campground, but it was soaked. An ax would have come in handy big time. I think I could've made it work if I could have chopped it up into smaller pieces. Thanks!

As soon as July/August comes around, we get hit with campfire bans in most places on the island (and BC). So, selling firewood is not a very lucrative business! If campfires are still legal, we all just buy wood from the campground, so you did what the Vancouver Islanders do :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Ok good to know! We’re glad they had wood it was just so wet. I wish they’d throw a tarp over it or something

@AT-im6rh

2 жыл бұрын

​@@AdventuresofAplusK It does take some getting used to!

@jackcrosby11

2 жыл бұрын

What are you talking about? Buying wood? That’s almost as stupid as buying bottled water. I’m from Campbell river and everyone I know just goes and cuts it themselves, we live in a forest! 😅 I can assure you, that’s NOT what many Vancouver islanders do.

@tallyho7287

2 жыл бұрын

@@jackcrosby11 most don’t because it’s illegal unless you personally own the forest yourself. Life long islander here.

I really enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for all of your hard work! Stumbled upon your channel while doing some research on South Dakota. Now, I'm working my way through all of your great videos. I especially love the parts with Kona. We travel and camp with our two dogs so I am curious about the "Kona Cam". How is it working for you?

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for watching! The Kona cam is a lot of fun to film. We just strap a go pro to her back. It doesn’t always stay on straight, but it provides some fun footage!

First off, I just have to say that I so look forward to your videos! They bring me peace and joy in the middle of my day, just watching the scenery and your adventures. Thank you! Dancing was great on the suspension bridge! Fried salmon? Never had that either! Just wait til you get that fresh salmon in Alaska, though, right? Also, I'm team pineapple on pizza. :) Those falls were stunning. And Buttle Lake looks amazing. About your inflatable kayak: Worth it over a standard kayak, even if you could store one in/on your van? Finally, I've never heard of the Reece's peanut butter cup on a Smore's. Will definitely have to try that! And I live about an hour from Hershey, PA. Have you been there yet? If not, put it on your list! :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That makes us happy to hear! We're so glad we could be a bright spot in your week! Fried salmon was new for us too! I (Adam) can't wait for more salmon in Alaska! The inflatable kayak is great! We love using it! If space were no issue we'd rather have a regular kayak or canoe, but the inflatable is great because it packs down and we can store it easy. It's very easy to set up, then deflate, and stow away. Reese's on the s'mores is a game changer if you love Reese's! We drove through Hershey last year, but didn't have time to stop and explore. What we saw looked super cute and fun and we are excited to properly explore it one day! Thank you so much for watching!

It’s been a totally weird spring on VI this year . It’s been so cool and rainy, haven’t seen it like this for 20+ years.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We’ve heard it’s been a late/weird spring from many people around the PNW. Weird! Thanks for watching!

Beautiful Vancouver Island and all of its various sights and campgrounds, not to mention places to eat. Yum! You guys are rockin' on that suspension bridge. Have you ever checked out Hollyhock on Cortez Island? You can catch the ferry near Campbell River I think? Have fun on your next adventure episodes. Jenny Seattle

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That bridge was so fun! We haven’t been to Cortez island yet. Hopefully one day! Thanks, Jenny!

@jennyfulcher8035

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK You're welcome. :o)