Why you Shouldn't Move to Alaska

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  • @Slavesforsale1
    @Slavesforsale12 күн бұрын

    Videos like this that explain the cons of a highly romanticized thing are important to give people a realistic outlook on achieving their dreams.

  • @mikebutler4032
    @mikebutler40322 күн бұрын

    $250k for a home is actually pretty inexpensive compared to most places to live in lower 48.

  • @saginawdan

    @saginawdan

    2 күн бұрын

    The average home price in the United States was $495,100 in the second quarter of 2023, according to the Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development.

  • @jaadmaan8156

    @jaadmaan8156

    2 күн бұрын

    Not for that Piece of shit though…

  • @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    2 күн бұрын

    Interesting he was showing homes in Big Lake and saying they are expensive. Homes and land in the upper Susitna Valley are very affordable.

  • @Chris_at_Home

    @Chris_at_Home

    2 күн бұрын

    @@WhiteBreadThunder-op6inHave you looked at the prices in the Meadow Lakes / Big lake area lately? Willow and points north are less expensive. In our neighborhood the values have gone up over 25% and the last 4 years. $250k is a very small ranch with no garage.

  • @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    2 күн бұрын

    I’m painfully aware. Especially, when I pay my Borough taxes. Compared to other parts of the state, especially SE and ANC, it could be a lot worse. Look at Western Wa or Oregon.

  • @rheajones-bv7wu
    @rheajones-bv7wu2 күн бұрын

    Wise, honest words…I will continue to live in beautiful Kentucky, and adventure vicariously through you and your parents. 😊

  • @judychapman1868

    @judychapman1868

    Күн бұрын

    Well put!!!

  • @user-roadwander

    @user-roadwander

    Күн бұрын

    I love KY.

  • @Robin_Goodfellow
    @Robin_Goodfellow2 күн бұрын

    It's so hard in so many ways, but there is just a majesty and awe I experience here, a feeling like I'm in this undiscovered wilderness on the edge of the world and I'm the only one that knows how beautiful it is. The feeling you get when it's the middle of the night and it's bright enough you can see the mountains and everything is quiet except the robins calling to one another. The feeling of a warm fire on a cold night. The feeling of finally catching the northern lights or that mountain that's been covered by clouds for weeks. Sometimes cruel, but always magic. Always bigger than you.

  • @lavondacarter7228

    @lavondacarter7228

    2 күн бұрын

  • @jaybee608

    @jaybee608

    2 күн бұрын

    I understand that!👍👍✌️

  • @PulpParadise

    @PulpParadise

    2 күн бұрын

    Nicely said.

  • @user-ew9yc4zc8z
    @user-ew9yc4zc8z2 күн бұрын

    Ditto to all you said Mick. I have lived on the Kenai for the last 20 years. Moved up from Kansas City. I had my own computer business in Kenai and there is no way I could have done that in KC. Too much competition. We homeschooled our kids and raised them here as well. Great community of people that have been very good to us and my kids had a growing up experience that didn't involve mindless video games inside. It was fishing and hunting in season and getting out testing your metal and learning to use your mind and abilities. Today they are hard working responsible adults and well grounded. Winters do get long if you don't like Winter. But Alaskans love to party and socialize during the Winter so that really helps pass the time. Alaska is not everyone's cup of tea, It had to grow on me for sure but I can say in spite of the fact that for the first 5 years here I was ready to go back to KC, Alaska has been very good to my family and I have grown to love it here. Oh and yes, "Adventure is her but to get to it is expensive. You have to have the right toys. I have never seen so many big trucks, pulling trailers with two or more sleds or wheelers in season and also pulling huge mega expensive RVs to boot. People spend big bucks up here for that stuff and if you really want to do some serious hunting or fishing, be prepared to shell out mega bucks for fly ins and guide services. All that being said, I work in the oil and gas industry now and plan to retire in the next three years and we plan to head back to the lower 48 for all the reasons you mentioned, especially to make the dollar stretch farther. We are looking at Idaho because after 20 years here, we couldn't do the Kansas City Metro area. So, in the mean time we plan to do some Alaska vacationing and get to some of the stuff we couldn't afford to do early on before we move on. We may just see ya when we drive back down from Valdez. If we see ya out and about we will be sure to say hi. You are doing great son, you got what it takes to make a go of it here and you will be all the better for it where ever you end up. YOU will always have Alaska in your heart. Even if you move back to Michigan one day, hang on to your place up there. you just never know. God Bless. John V. =

  • @vivianking8143
    @vivianking81432 күн бұрын

    Not for the faint of heart or ones past 40. This was very informative. In Joy

  • @grizzlyacreshomestead

    @grizzlyacreshomestead

    2 күн бұрын

    I'm past 40.... Wouldn't leave Alaska for anything... Came here 5 years ago

  • @UN_UrbanNomad66

    @UN_UrbanNomad66

    2 күн бұрын

    @@grizzlyacreshomestead❤

  • @jenniferc7005

    @jenniferc7005

    2 күн бұрын

    Over 40 and I can’t imagine living anywhere else. It’s not for everyone, but don’t agree with you on a lot of things.

  • @landoflibertychannel
    @landoflibertychannel2 күн бұрын

    It's all fun and games until the money and firewood run out in mid February! It takes a lot of planning and personal reflection to make the Alaska Choice!

  • @judithtripp821
    @judithtripp8212 күн бұрын

    Very sober assessment..glad you’re not sugar coating it. Hope you go home next winter.

  • @jerrycurls88
    @jerrycurls882 күн бұрын

    These usually list BUGS as a major downside. The nice weather that you get is short and loaded with insects.

  • @grizzlyacreshomestead

    @grizzlyacreshomestead

    2 күн бұрын

    I've seen worse.... 2000 mile south

  • @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    Күн бұрын

    The bugs are especially bad in a few areas, suck as the interior. The coast, not so much. At least we don’t catch dengue fever, Zika or Lyme disease.

  • @grizzlyacreshomestead

    @grizzlyacreshomestead

    Күн бұрын

    @@WhiteBreadThunder-op6in must be talking about Fairbanks as it ain't THAT bad around talkeetna.

  • @ScottBalkum
    @ScottBalkum2 күн бұрын

    When I think of Alaska, I think of a very sparse population and I love it.

  • @JG-ph3xg
    @JG-ph3xg2 күн бұрын

    Lived right there in Delta...had to move to care for a family member in the lower 48. Never made it back, but loved every minute i was there.

  • @margaretmcdonald-lawson7989
    @margaretmcdonald-lawson79892 күн бұрын

    That was a very honest viewpoint. You are young and clearly embracing all that your homeland has to offer. Thank you for sharing your journey with us . I look forward to your videos .

  • @Annie-49
    @Annie-492 күн бұрын

    I agree with all your points. For me, Alaska is a place for a vacation. I know I couldn't survive living there, but at least I can come enjoy the beauty and then tootle off back to the Burbs where I belong.

  • @Judy-fi7ce
    @Judy-fi7ce2 күн бұрын

    Sounds reasonable. Have you ever watched Simple Living Alaska? It's about a young married couple who are building their homestead. They don't give their exact location, but they're about an hour out of Fairbanks. They have a garden, chickens, a large work shed. They build everything themselves (except the cabin that they live in). They hunt, fish and garden and live off of that. You'd probably enjoy watching their videos.

  • @Janice-hu4sx

    @Janice-hu4sx

    2 күн бұрын

    I watch it every week!!

  • @AllSmiles006

    @AllSmiles006

    Күн бұрын

    One of my favorite channels!

  • @catherinegoldie6724
    @catherinegoldie67242 күн бұрын

    Hey Mick very informative video, but we are so glad that you enjoy living there, otherwise there would be no Channel of you and your wonderful homestead, take care.X🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💕

  • @TheFirefist13
    @TheFirefist132 күн бұрын

    Appreciate your honesty. Sadly places like Alaska that are away from urban sprawl feel like they are disappearing.

  • @earthangel8730

    @earthangel8730

    2 күн бұрын

    What do you expect when there's over 8 BILLION humans ravaging the Earth and trashing it too?

  • @drivingwithricks
    @drivingwithricks2 күн бұрын

    I live in California and if you think Alaska is expensive come to California. Everything is absolutely insanely expensive here. I grew up in the mountains of Colorado and I loved the solitude there. Sometimes I think we take things for granted in life. All that matters is that you're happy, nothing else.

  • @OneStrangeJourney

    @OneStrangeJourney

    2 күн бұрын

    yea was going to say California is way more expensive. Thank god I moved out of there! One of the beautifulest states but couldn't afford it.

  • @cwboydgo323

    @cwboydgo323

    2 күн бұрын

    Los ángeles rent is 2,900 for 2 bedroom

  • @OneStrangeJourney

    @OneStrangeJourney

    2 күн бұрын

    @@cwboydgo323 2 bedrooms outside of Sacramento can be more then that.

  • @joyswenson7941
    @joyswenson79412 күн бұрын

    I love these videos and am impressed at your mature articulation and thought process. Watching your journey gives me enough of that wilderness hit to appreciate an adventurous spirit! At your last comment in this video “stay warm out there”, I had to chuckle because I’m watching from Las Vegas, NV where our temps for the next week will soar between 113-119*F. If I can figure it out, I’ll sent some heat up your way! 😂.

  • @JennfamousartBlogspot

    @JennfamousartBlogspot

    2 күн бұрын

    I had a similar thought wishing I could trade some of my NC heat and humidity for his natural ac(cooling)!!!

  • @janetstonerook4552
    @janetstonerook45522 күн бұрын

    I live in WVa in the mountains and it's a 30 mile round trip for me also to shop for food or gas. And our prices aren't quite as high as there but nothing is cheap! My unsolicited advice would be NOT to buy a lot of that junk food stuff in the stores. It's overpriced, stale and filled with unhealthy ingredients, preservatives and chemicals that will weaken your overall health and immunity. Not to mention empty out your money jar!!!!! 😅 Learn to make healthy alternatives at home....even on your one burner or stovetop. Try to do at least 3 errands each trip out so you are not wasting gas. Write a list so you don't forget. Also, combining three trips into one could save you 2/3rds of your gas cost! And not lower your quality of life in any way. I do often and save myself time, money and aggravation and free myself up for more fun experiences! 🎉

  • @kiwilemontea4622
    @kiwilemontea46222 күн бұрын

    Food is definitely expensive up there, but those same homes would cost $750,000 where I currently live. I grew up in Alaska; like you, I consider it my homeland. I still hope to move back there in a couple years.

  • @destroy141

    @destroy141

    2 күн бұрын

    Honestly, I saw some of them and thought that's a steal!

  • @JP-NL
    @JP-NL2 күн бұрын

    I thought inflation in Europa was bad but the grocery’s in Alaska is bloody awful.

  • @cmw184

    @cmw184

    2 күн бұрын

    To be fair its always been like that. Canada is bad too, not a lot of manufacturers or farms for food

  • @bonneymoseley1159

    @bonneymoseley1159

    Күн бұрын

    Some places are that expensive, but places on the road system, like matsu valley, aren't quite as bad. Also, what stores you choose helps too.

  • @user-roadwander

    @user-roadwander

    Күн бұрын

    Those weren’t groceries. Show me the price of real staples.

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer96512 күн бұрын

    Bless you for bringing the realities of life in Alaska to your fans. Most of us barely make it here with the costs of living here in the lower 48, and your grocery store footage would give someone a great incentive to grow their own food IF you had a longer growing season. You’ve shared some of your hardships, but this video really drives it home that anyone considering relocating to Alaska needs to take an honest look at the pros and cons. I subscribe to another channel by a young couple who live off grid in Alaska. (Simple Living Alaska) They don’t sugar coat anything about their daily lives, and they share their mistakes, too. Right now they’re trying to get a garden established, and just trying to moose proof the fence was a major undertaking. Yes, you make most of it look fun, but in a lot of ways, you were raised for this. Both of your parents have KZread channels dedicated to off grid simple living. I’m sure you’ve learned a LOT from them-for example, the design of your outhouse looks familiar to fans of both channels. You also have the advantage of youth and good health, and trust me that those are BIG advantages compared to the toll that just living can take on a person who is older. Like many of your viewers, I’m not as limber as I was thirty years ago. There’s a popular saying that if I’d have known that I would live this long, I might have taken better care of myself!

  • @blb2020
    @blb20202 күн бұрын

    lol. I love my 300gallon saltwater fish tank, but you’re right mick, it’s not for the faint of heart! It’s alot of work to maintain a mini ocean 😂

  • @trcass1
    @trcass12 күн бұрын

    great segment. sincere and honest. I would have love to have gone, had i been younger. Now, i aspire to possibly visit. but at 71.....i think i'll just watch videos and dream. thanks for your perspective.

  • @emeraldcoastbarb1161
    @emeraldcoastbarb11612 күн бұрын

    I lived in Anchorage for 4 years (quite a few years ago), and absolutely loved it. Alaska is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen/lived, and I’ve been around the world. Having moose and black bear in our yard was fantastic. The long winters didn’t bother me too much. I know it was very hard on others, and I wouldn’t enjoy it nearly so much at my more advanced age now. 😂 Enjoy it! Great videos. Keep up the awesome adventures.

  • @prabhjitsingh2478
    @prabhjitsingh24782 күн бұрын

    Make a video with outdoor boys. It would be really fun. Like this comment if anyone wants to make this collab happen.

  • @suzannest-laurentdvorak459
    @suzannest-laurentdvorak4592 күн бұрын

    Great eye opener for anyone contemplating on moving there. But I’m sure a dream for some one day. Thanks for another great informative video.👍🏻👏🏻🇨🇦

  • @richardmourdock2719
    @richardmourdock27192 күн бұрын

    Very fair Mick. I've been to Alaska a couple of times. Whenever I think of going there, I think the of Alaskan adage, "we have two seasons. Winter and construction." Then I think of all the highway dust I sucked in while riding a motorcycle. But it was a great trip. To visit there one experiences the "wildness" whether it is along the coast or in Fairbanks.

  • @MiscMitz
    @MiscMitz2 күн бұрын

    Fairly comparable to here in Washington state. Except for food. That's nuts. Almost double.

  • @kenr5249

    @kenr5249

    2 күн бұрын

    That’s what I was thinking. His gas price might be a little cheaper but we have longer winter days even if it is -20 with 3 feet of snow in the yard. And Home Depot is only about 135miles round trip for me.

  • @tm8747
    @tm87472 күн бұрын

    i know the feeling of alaska, 3 years back a group of miners made the trip to anchorage and then over to bethal, alaska, 4 trucks and trailer in all, 1 carried the food, enough food and drinks to last a month, 2 trucks with the equipment needed for the mining and 1 truck for the fuel needed for all the trucks and the equipment to run for at less a month, . your maybe thinking WHY? well in the end of the trip we saved on food, fuel, drinks, and even propane for the trip, over 5000.00 compared to the other group that ended purchasing everything there in alaska, they used 24,000.00 on everything and thoward the end we even were feeding them extra food and drink from our supply. alaska isnt cheap? p.s. all of alaska is a money making deal for travelers to alaska, some come prepared or pay the price,?

  • @truthsurfer6062
    @truthsurfer60622 күн бұрын

    I lived in Alaska for 28 years and loved every moment I lived 87 miles from Fairbanks….wonderful….great store Fred Meyers No more then Arkansas

  • @carnivoreinthewoods
    @carnivoreinthewoods2 күн бұрын

    🤣 it sounds and looks a lot like Norway 😁 but gas is even more expensive 🙈 But when you have 17 sled dogs and kind of don’t like a lot of neighbors, it’s perfect 👌 I pray I never have to live in a city again. So keep following your heart ❤

  • @Mimi2Two
    @Mimi2Two2 күн бұрын

    I’ve vacationed in Alaska and it was awesome … but, no desire to homestead there - THANK YOU for confirming my thought! ❤

  • @TyeWills
    @TyeWills2 күн бұрын

    Missouri is great for land prices and getting left alone.

  • @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    2 күн бұрын

    I agree. There are some nice places in the Ozark's. I’ll put up with a few more Alaska winters. I’m not a big fan of the ticks, chiggers, heat, humidity, snakes and tornadoes of Missouri.

  • @booboo7750able

    @booboo7750able

    2 күн бұрын

    Another option. Thanks

  • @jl2831

    @jl2831

    Күн бұрын

    I live in Alaska 10 months a year, I keep my farm in Missouri just in case. Its really not as bad as this video makes you think. I've never had my I own quote, except this. Alaska doesn't suffer fools or the unlucky. I love living here. Most of the year.

  • @jeanbarton4418
    @jeanbarton44182 күн бұрын

    I kind of had those same thoughts in the back of my head Mick. Years & years ago my husband & I were offered a job with Exxon , in the Yukon. Even though the salary was terrific, so were expenses trying to live there, so we opted out. Plus, I hate the cold weather, I would never do well there. I understand all your opinions here! Thank you for being so open about it!

  • @tammydee9700
    @tammydee97002 күн бұрын

    My Uncle has lived in Alaska for 45 yrs. Things would be easier if a real job is had. My Uncle worked so hard and is now enjoying retirement. You can't depend on KZread for a job unless you have another job where you can afford where you're living. If you only depend on KZread, you won't get far. You also need a real job to help you out. Money doesn't fall into anyone's lap. I've worked hard for 39 yrs to get where I am today. I started working at 17. I'll be 57 in Aug. 40 yrs and counting. Working for my husband's business he worked hard for. We started out with nothing.

  • @brandonaaron2665

    @brandonaaron2665

    2 күн бұрын

    What a stupid comment. You have no idea what a persons potential earnings are from KZread and social media. You are completely out of touch.

  • @diegofondoo1780

    @diegofondoo1780

    2 күн бұрын

    @OP-- Yeah, his channel name should be "Betting on KZread" It's like a new Gold Rush -- a few strike it big, but most strike out. As aspiring actors are known to say, "Don't quit your day job."

  • @diegofondoo1780

    @diegofondoo1780

    2 күн бұрын

    @@brandonaaron2665 -- Why be so rude about it? If you're the future I'll gladly stay in the past.

  • @beckyumphrey2626
    @beckyumphrey26262 күн бұрын

    Lived in Ketchikan for.35 years as a bush pilot. It was amazing. My health declined and had to move to lower 48 closer to family. Miss Alaska.

  • @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    @WhiteBreadThunder-op6in

    2 күн бұрын

    I enjoyed my time on the rock.

  • @clayjay3648

    @clayjay3648

    Күн бұрын

    Sounds like I may have flown with you! I flew on Beavers and Otters out of Ketchikan alot back in the early 90s. Best wishes.

  • @thegrimspartan2806

    @thegrimspartan2806

    6 сағат бұрын

    hey, if you dont mind my asking, what does it take to become a fully fledged bush pilot, and what kind of person would enjoy it? asking as an 18 year old who utterly wants to move to alaska but doesnt know what to do to earn money. i worry of a job taking my freedom away, especially freedom of time, i couldnt stand a 9-5, 5 days a week. any advice you have, if you'd share it, i'll absorb like sponge.

  • @rie20100
    @rie201002 күн бұрын

    This was a much appreciated video Mick, thank-you! You mentioned things that can be overlooked. Much love to you & to all who are enjoying your journey. ❤️🇨🇦

  • @KPHVAC
    @KPHVAC2 күн бұрын

    Alaska is beautiful but you can live in middle of nowhere in Wyoming or North Dakota!

  • @virginiavilas
    @virginiavilas2 күн бұрын

    Exceedingly articulate !!! What a fabulous format and formula for your channel. Honestly, Mick, one of your greatest gifts is your ability to speak fluidly and with passion about subjects close to your heart. Keep it up!! We are ALL the better for it. -V

  • @maureenwilliford8985
    @maureenwilliford89852 күн бұрын

    Very well thought out and presented. I would love to visit to experience the wild beauty but I know better than to think I could live there for all of the reasons you mentioned. Great presentation.😊

  • @smcghee372
    @smcghee37220 сағат бұрын

    Finally got caught up with all the episodes. I love the way you tell a story. Very talented. Insanely handsome, and that voice…. I appreciate the honesty, watching you experience your achievements and seeing you recognize places you want to improve. I really get the feeling that I’m joining you on this adventure. What sets your channel apart from a lot of others, is that it’s a reflection of real life we all experience with life’s high points and life’s disappointments. That is another brilliant talent. The way you can tell a story that a real person can relate to, instead of some lofty dream life that is entertaining, but not realistic. Can’t wait to see the next episode

  • @Shrubcrafter
    @Shrubcrafter2 күн бұрын

    Mick I watch a lot of KZread and this is hands down one of the best videos I've seen on KZread in months! And absolutely the best Whipple video I've seen in a couple years. You've raised the Whipple bar to new heights!!🎉. Keep up the good work; I'll be back!

  • @matthewsbushcraft
    @matthewsbushcraft2 күн бұрын

    Alaska is a beautiful state. But it isn't "all" good. I would still love to move there. Good video

  • @andrewlorah1524
    @andrewlorah15242 күн бұрын

    hey mick i dream of homesteading one day, I love your content!

  • @15Montrano
    @15Montrano2 күн бұрын

    This was a great entertaining video. Do more of these… about anything. Your articulation, your photos, your editing are on point and they are a joy to watch!

  • @brendaalvarez2426
    @brendaalvarez24262 күн бұрын

    Believe me I won’t be moving there. I looked into it. And heard how expensive everything is. Plus I don’t like the cold. I wouldn’t like the 24 hours of daylight or being in darkness all day. I will stay in Iowa. I’m happy here.

  • @longwildernesswalks
    @longwildernesswalks2 күн бұрын

    What a great episode! Seriously, you did a fantastic job on just laying out the facts, straight and simple. Bravo.

  • @carolwhisenhunt7504
    @carolwhisenhunt75042 күн бұрын

    Ty Mick. This was very informational.

  • @FirstFallFilms
    @FirstFallFilms2 күн бұрын

    Been following you since the start! You're a tough dude and very honest. That's hard to find these days. Keep up the good work buddy, All good things take time.

  • @thecrew777
    @thecrew777Күн бұрын

    So glad you did a video on this. I follow a different channel that pushes their thing, which is what you expect with a channel, but years and years after going strong, they FINALLY told the truth: the bad news included. I'm very glad you did this so soon, Mick. Good job keeping that conscience clean.

  • @crystalgolden9492
    @crystalgolden94922 күн бұрын

    So interesting to watch! Thank you for sharing! I am getting ready to move from denver colorado to a more secluded place in colorado and you touched on a few things I have been thinking about, increased winter season and location to town bring to big concerns after 7 years in the populous of the city. Honestly feels really reassuring to hear you talk about it all!

  • @brando7381
    @brando73812 күн бұрын

    I’m so happy you uploaded again! Love from SC!

  • @meathead585
    @meathead5852 күн бұрын

    I bought the Ozark Trails camp kettle from Walmart yesterday. It was around 9 dollars and $10.12 with tax. Thanks. How much in Fairbanks ?

  • @natalielebron5532
    @natalielebron5532Күн бұрын

    Happy 4th of July Mick!!! Enjoying your videos your homestead is beautiful. Sent u a little something keep posting and God bless.

  • @brentwentfishing
    @brentwentfishing2 күн бұрын

    All fantastic points. Thank you, Mick! 😎

  • @jand1558
    @jand15582 күн бұрын

    Insightful video Mick, well done!

  • @SimplerTimesHomestead
    @SimplerTimesHomestead2 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the video, Mick! Appreciate your candor!

  • @OneStrangeJourney
    @OneStrangeJourney2 күн бұрын

    I think people in Alaska have a big misconception about the cost of living in other parts of the country. None of the prices surprised me, and real estate is still cheaper than in the last few states I've lived in, including California, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Additionally, I've experienced similar, if not longer, drives to big cities in some of those states!

  • @allen9069

    @allen9069

    2 күн бұрын

    I live in Alaska (Kodiak Island) and I visit California quite often. I was planning on retiring down there but the costs there are as high or higher than here. So I decided to stay up here.

  • @OneStrangeJourney

    @OneStrangeJourney

    2 күн бұрын

    @@allen9069 I would too. California has those high costs and a million other issues!

  • @goldenspear8854
    @goldenspear88542 күн бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I am planning on doing what you're doing so its very informative to know the cons as well.

  • @gaylewest7140
    @gaylewest714023 сағат бұрын

    I like your honesty. Thank you and God Bless

  • @BreakingBarriers2DIY
    @BreakingBarriers2DIYКүн бұрын

    So well done. Explaining a shocking statement style used in perfection. I really appreciate when people show reality especially since we often are living vicariously your adventure. :)

  • @annieamiguet7356
    @annieamiguet7356Күн бұрын

    Thanks so much for that Mick. I know I could not stand the freezing temperatures - and I doubt you could stand our summers of in the 40sC every day for months! But I love to see how you all live up there, so different from my world. I think we each treasure our homes and way if life. I love seeing things through your eyes. 😊🙃❤👩‍🦽

  • @Regina-mz9ju
    @Regina-mz9ju2 күн бұрын

    I really like your videos and the honest way you present yourself…

  • @brendalee4072
    @brendalee40722 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the realistic talk😊

  • @fayepotts3279
    @fayepotts32792 күн бұрын

    Thank you for your on hands perspectives on Alaska.

  • @KyAngel1954
    @KyAngel19542 күн бұрын

    Love your video and the beauty of Alaska. A Great state to visit and then come back home to a warmer climate.

  • @martykitson3442
    @martykitson34422 күн бұрын

    I've lived here 2/3 of my life, it takes a total commitment to become an Alaskan, some people step off the plane and belong some people could be here for a year and never make it they'll go away eventually

  • @elizabethhageman7822
    @elizabethhageman78222 күн бұрын

    You have a fabulous voice. If you ever get tired of living remotely no doubt you could build a career using it.

  • @marciaolson4878
    @marciaolson48782 күн бұрын

    Tx Mick for this vid! Many things one just doesn’t think about, great advice for sure,❤❤

  • @rabidseabee7229
    @rabidseabee72292 күн бұрын

    I do want to move to Alaska but I want to live in a frozen tundra or frozen swamp. I know that sounds weird but I like the vibe.

  • @TyeWills
    @TyeWills2 күн бұрын

    When I think of Alaska I think of bugs and mud.

  • @rclrcl462
    @rclrcl4622 күн бұрын

    Interesting video. I've been to Alaska twice...while on cruises. In addition, my husband has been there twice to go fish with the guys. We love Alaska, but you would never see us living there! I'm a born and raised Californian. I would never adjust to Alaska winters. And I'm 70 years old. So I will continue to watch your adventures. You are very wise Mick. And I love your parents!

  • @iyone7
    @iyone72 күн бұрын

    An excellent and informative video. BTW, your voice is incredible in its tone and timber.

  • @BrakesBake
    @BrakesBake2 күн бұрын

    Excellent episode Mick, Happy 4th for tomorrow. Have a wonderful day.

  • @shiammi907
    @shiammi9072 күн бұрын

    As a generational Alaskan, whose family goes back centuries upon centuries, I can tell you the number one reason why some folks ought not to move to Alaska. But I don't want to be censored by yt or banned from your channel ( *not that I think you or your family should not be here* ). Man, how I wish we were allowed to express ourselves.

  • @karenbrest187

    @karenbrest187

    2 күн бұрын

    Hello Mick 🤗 this was a very helpful & informative video on moving to Alaska 😉 sure your parents are very proud of all you've accomplished ❤ Take Care 🙏

  • @karenbrest187

    @karenbrest187

    2 күн бұрын

    Oops put in wrong spot 😉

  • @AlaskaBackyardTimeLapse

    @AlaskaBackyardTimeLapse

    2 күн бұрын

    Exactly... Not one video to date about subsistence, the Natives from many different Tribes, this kid throws Anchorage, Fairbanks under the bus. Many of us might live and work in Town. We have the road system, boats of every make and model, Air access... Before some hauls off and says those things are too expensive, many of us count on and are in service to each other. What a dick video. We tell people not to move here because we don't want disrespectful people in our communities.

  • @shiammi907

    @shiammi907

    2 күн бұрын

    @@AlaskaBackyardTimeLapse I just wanted to say if freedom loving folks want to move here because their state has become a pile of **** ----then figure out how to keep our Alaska from becoming another pile of **** by leaving behind all the Socialistic mindset when making the move. I *don't* want Alaska to be another poop filled Los Angelos, San Franscisco, Seattle, Portland, NYC, etc., where only ill eagles, BruhLivesMadder or Antipants ^^^^holes thrive.

  • @teresasing8404
    @teresasing84042 күн бұрын

    Great video I appreciate your honesty definitely Alaska is not for everyone! It is still on my bucket list. I absolutely love cold weather cannot handle heat or humidity love all the outdoor camping hiking Etc thanks again for another awesome video

  • @toddm149
    @toddm1492 күн бұрын

    Great video and th one thing you have so many looking at moving to Alaska is you have friends there! For someone with no friends in Alaska moving there then I would imagine the winters are even worse becasue of lack of contact with friends. Keep it up!

  • @thechickenwizard8172
    @thechickenwizard81722 күн бұрын

    I think that anyone seriously considering living off grid/starting a homestead really needs to prioritize and research which ocation is best for them. It's really hard to just pack up and move if a place doesn't fit your needs, especially if youve already started to lay down roots, so choosing your home region wisely is super important. In my case, I want to settle somewhere with lush forests and mountians, a milder, humid climate for growing crops, and more rural/small town vibe. I've pretty much narrowed down the northern California/southern Oregon coastal ranges, Olympic peninsula in WA, or blue ridge range in western NC as the best places for me when the time does come to find my own land. I love Alaska but its definitely way too cold and harsh for me. Those who manage to thrive and triumph up there are really made of something else.

  • @monana1711
    @monana171112 сағат бұрын

    Yeah, Alaska is beautiful, rugged, and unforgiving if you're not prepared. I in really easy Florida. Sunshine almost every day. Even when it rains, it is not all day. I love the sunshine, my pool, and the easy way of life. I am not in one of the more populated touristy areas, which suits me fine. But, that easy way of life makes me more appreciative of all that you do, Mick! And gives me more time to watch videos like yours! I can't wait to watch the next one!

  • @lawaincooley6788
    @lawaincooley6788Күн бұрын

    Excellent message, as always!

  • @f.d.english5677
    @f.d.english56772 күн бұрын

    I really appreciated this informative video, Mick.

  • @janetkoball44
    @janetkoball44Күн бұрын

    Mick....some very helpful insights into trying out Alaska. This state is no joke. Hope you are enjoying your summer so far. Have you considered a garden? I think you could really do a small one and enjoy it. Thanks from Central Oklahoma

  • @HankeyMountainGarage
    @HankeyMountainGarage2 күн бұрын

    Are you planning on staying there all winter this year?

  • @JETHO321
    @JETHO3212 күн бұрын

    The wife and I took our honeymoon there in 2016 in June. We stayed in Fairbanks for a week and drove to Denali. I absolutely LOVED the lack of population density and the 24 hours of daylight but it sure was nice to head back home after a week. I could live up there, except for the cold.

  • @BarbaraCJ
    @BarbaraCJ2 күн бұрын

    You should become a radio host with that voice. Try, you'll never know.

  • @miffoivan
    @miffoivanКүн бұрын

    Places with 3h sunlight in winter are considered lyxury sun-vacation spots for people in the true north of the Scands. ;) Greetings from 70° North!

  • @suecook3714
    @suecook37147 сағат бұрын

    You shared good reason to come toAlaska and good reasons not to. Thanks for your words of wisdom..

  • @ildiko1vt
    @ildiko1vtКүн бұрын

    my son relocated to AK over 25 yrs ago when he was close in age to you Mick.... and one way he beats the winter blues is snow skiing, or surfing Mexico or Hawaii. I had considered moving there myself, but the properties were way above what a retiree could afford.

  • @Wintersnow147
    @Wintersnow1472 күн бұрын

    Beautiful scenery

  • @uffda
    @uffda2 күн бұрын

    What a great video to hear Alaska from your point of view. I think the biggest draw back for me would be the distance from family in the lower 48. I had a friend who moved to Alaska after she married. Her dad wrote her a FB post, “Where have you been all my life.” He missed her as she grew older and raised her family. I can relate as a military family member. So make sure you take the time to go back to see family often. But anyway, I enjoyed your realistic viewpoint. I have been in Alaska only once when I went to the North Slope. We flew over Denali. It is a beautiful state.

  • @ginnysulya9805
    @ginnysulya98052 күн бұрын

    I’m happy for you Mick and would love visiting but as I get older the long cold winter just doesn’t sound appealing to me! Enjoy your time for however long you decide to live in Alaska! Peace and blessings 🤗

  • @tammygifford7831
    @tammygifford78312 күн бұрын

    Great video,thanks for the truthful information

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances49592 күн бұрын

    Well done, young man! I lived in the Yukon in the past. There is no place like the north. Nothing compares to VAST wild places. 👍😎🇨🇦

  • @jaynewarriner7214
    @jaynewarriner72142 күн бұрын

    Thanks for sharing that that was wisdom. I’ve heard people say Alaska is a great place to visit, but they would not want to live there. That pretty much sums up what you were saying.

  • @onepix3371
    @onepix3371Күн бұрын

    Hi, I’ve been watching your channel from the beginning, great content! Make more videos about outdoor activities that you’re mentioning on the end of your video, people really like to watch it, I would love to watch it!

  • @lukasfuchs3386
    @lukasfuchs338621 сағат бұрын

    Currently live in anchorage but want to move out to the valley sometime soon! I work in Prudhoe Bay so I get it about the winters XD I love skiing and winter sports so the cold keeping the Californians out is a plus for me!

  • @Melancholy1966
    @Melancholy19662 күн бұрын

    The grocery prices are pretty similar to Eastern Oregon, no kidding $8 for a can of Quaker oats...

  • @elleisme8565
    @elleisme85652 күн бұрын

    Loved this Mick! So true!

  • @dizzious
    @dizzious2 күн бұрын

    Glad to see a video from you, man