WOW! Peter and Cathy. People travel all over this world seeking beautiful scenery and exciting things, and we have it all right here. Thank you for another video covering, what may be the best of the best. Be careful and have fun.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
We do indeed, Hayward.
@MoePoe777
5 ай бұрын
I really liked Peter's commentary on the Dawson City part of the gold rush. The scenic overlook of the city was really a spectacular backdrop for a wee bit of history. Both of your expressions when visiting the poets' cabins was touching. Cathy looked completely takin in sitting in the chair at the Service cabin. Very nice camera work with the scenic panoramas and the old town buildings.
@TheWoodlandEscape
5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, we appreciate your kind words. Gotta love the Yukon.
@robertwiggins4921
Жыл бұрын
Hi Peter & Cathy I am amazed that you have been able to continue posting on Friday, given all the travel you are undertaking in remote locations. I am loving following your adventure from afar. All the best to you both!
@rogerclyde2720
Жыл бұрын
They truly are doing a amazing job of it.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Our son Shane has been posting them as we go along.
@rogerclyde2720
Жыл бұрын
Watching these episodes really fires up the adventure spirit in one, your gift for sharing the History and Cathy’s gift for Cinematography makes the adventure you share come to life. I wasn’t aware the Rush only lasted two years 🤔 Have you met any subscribers along the way?
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Met a few. We are now north of the Arctic Circle with 2 flats.
@earlshaner4441
Жыл бұрын
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else thank you for sharing the live history videos
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Earl.
@earlshaner4441
Жыл бұрын
You are welcome my friend
@rickcooper6817
Жыл бұрын
Greetings, world travelers. Hope you and Ms. Cathy are having a grand time. Another beautiful place that you have shared with us, thank you!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
So many places, so little time.
@temokety5305
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter and Cathy! Can hardly wait for your videos each week. Almost didn’t recognize Peter in modern clothing!!!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Me neither. Can’t wait to get back into more comfortable dudes!
@TomCramer-xu8tx
Жыл бұрын
Brings back great memories. I was in that country back in 1970. Thank you for the tour.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
It hasn’t changed in the past 50 years.
@chuckroast7053
Жыл бұрын
Peter, I don't know how to describe the feeling I get when I watch your videos, and how you take us back in time on how people and towns have changed over the years, but I could watch your channel every day or life! Thank you for taking us through your journeys.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much , we appreciate your kind words.
@jamesellsworth9673
Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU BOTH for giving us a fine look at a different time in Canadian history.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
And thank you for your continued interest.
@viktorponomarev
4 ай бұрын
Hello from Dawson City, I've been here for over 6 months. Survived the winter, frosts were down to -50°
@TheWoodlandEscape
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful part of the world and you’ve survived your first winter, congratulations.
@viktorponomarev
4 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape they say there was little snow this winter and there was no -_60°😮🖐🖐🖐
@jackcook8613
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking us along on your trip, Peter. And for the wee bit of history that goes along with it. Looking forward to the next stop.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@aggieduke1
Жыл бұрын
Love the history you and Cathy are showing us Peter. Thanks
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
We’re glad you’re enjoying.
@2gpowell
Жыл бұрын
HI, Peter and Kathy! Interesting bit of history. Enjoy your adventures, take care!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@stevenbp101
Жыл бұрын
Hi Peter, I’m like everyone else I think this is a first for me seeing you in blue jeans. Beautiful country.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Indeed and these modern dudes feel a wee bit odd.
@nmelkhunter1
2 ай бұрын
Very interesting. I really like the phrase, “Mining the miners.” Very apropos.
@TheWoodlandEscape
2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@elwoodtaylor1092
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter for taking us along on your journey north, Dawson City Yukon as been on my bucket list for a long time but i am still hopeful on making the trek north someday
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Go for it, you’ll not be disappointed.
@beverlymichael5830
Жыл бұрын
What a great tour of the area and the history lesson. I am sure you were happy to see the blacksmith shop building. Be safe on your adventure and will be waiting for more great videos along the way. I almost did not recognize you in the clothing.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Didn’t recognize myself, lol. River trip will be on the next episode.
@jimf1964
Жыл бұрын
You’re really blessed to be able to travel this historic route. Not just the physical part, but having a wife that enjoys is too. I don’t know which gold rush, Californian or Canadian, but some fellow, who was a Mormon, not only did the same thing you described, but also advertised down south about the gold, and largely contributed to the whole rush to sell materials.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Interesting, indeed.
@TheYukonnahanni
4 ай бұрын
Ah ! the Memories growing up in THE YUKON !!! ~~~Thank-you !! :))
@TheWoodlandEscape
4 ай бұрын
What a wonderful place to grow up!
@heru-deshet359
Жыл бұрын
What amazingly breath taking views! Exceptional backdrops for a great story.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
We agree!
@everettmaness5462
Жыл бұрын
Wow! Such a great adventure makes such an exciting video - beautiful... I live in Dahlonega, Georgia. (Lumpkin County) Twenty years before the 1849 gold rush to California, thousands of gold seekers flocked into the Cherokee Nation in North Georgia, beginning the nation's first major gold rush. The towns of Auraria and Dahlonega grew and prospered with this mining activity. Between 1838 and 1861. ....... The county next to Lumpkin County is Dawson county and its county seat is Dawsonville... the name of the Yukon Gold Rush city name.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Interesting coincidence!
@garyrichardt1496
Жыл бұрын
Another great story thanks for sharing.
@1951shelby
Жыл бұрын
Great video as usual, full of education, scenery, history , thanks for posting.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@halliwilljon
Жыл бұрын
What a view..........
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@kingrafa3938
Жыл бұрын
A very interesting wee bit of history.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir.
@theactonhenhousesessions8299
Жыл бұрын
Well done Peter. Great video. Looks like you're having an amazing adventure.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
We are indeed and appreciate your interest in our endevour.
@jameshall5784
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter and Kathy !!! Wishing you all the best. Like another comment said your garments have gotten modern not used to seeing you in Jeans.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
It feels a bit odd in modern garb,lol.
@8626John
Жыл бұрын
Another nice little history lesson! And another place I would like to visit.
@kathymoll7010
Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful place. I watched 2 times to take in the views. So happy to have your channel to watch.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
And we’re flattered to have you follow us on our journey.
@jollyjakelovell4787
Жыл бұрын
The farther Peter goes west his attire gets more modern.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Once home that will change, lol.
@1991trailmix
Жыл бұрын
Getting Déjà vu from reading Will Hobbs book "Jason's Gold". Great book
@josephinegibbs3902
Жыл бұрын
I was just trying to think of that title! Thanks.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation, I’ll check it out.
@richardliles4415
Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the wee bit m of history, very interesting. Also enjoyed Cathy’s footage of the bison and the bear, really nice stuff. Thank you so much
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@marieleopold1625
Жыл бұрын
Did the 'fever' (gold) get 2 U Emperor Peter or Empress Catherine? How many lives were affected in countless ways with the burgeoning of this wee spot on the map? = AMAZING! For 'better or for worse'. How many stories told and never written. Only a balanced man can outweigh the temptations to a lesser life in such a milieu...yes, like 'gold' tested in fire. The place itself is a gem of beauty...but how many could simply enjoy the 'observings' without the need to overwhelm? I find it interesting how writers were drawn to Dawson...surely there was more 'gold' to mine in stories than in any 'finds'. Now Joe Ladue, found fortune more as a 'developer' and even after all that fortune...lived only to the age of 45! I find the quotes of Jack London quite rich..."The proper function of a man is to live and not to exist." and then; "Life is not a matter of holding good cards, but sometimes, playing a poor hand well." Thanks 4 sharing young adventurers! Health and God Bless! :)
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Words can simply not describe the Beaty of this part of Canada. We are north of the Arctic Circle on the Dempster Hwy. Two flats yesterday. We have about a 4 day wait to get some new ones. Great place to be stranded!
@marieleopold1625
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape It may B a 'forced' vacation...but a wonderful one of which U shall not 'tire' recalling! LOL! Health and God Bless dear ones! :)
@Vikingwerk
3 ай бұрын
Having read ‘To Build A Fire’; and having some understanding of winter, coming from Montana, my reaction in the first few pages was ‘This stupid bastard is going to die out there.’ I agree, it is a heart wrenching tale.
@TheWoodlandEscape
3 ай бұрын
Indeed!
@guyinacoffeeshop2239
Жыл бұрын
A wee bit of history! Thank you for the awesome frontier aura of your videos. They truly bring me peace and happiness with my morning coffee checking out your latest video. Go west young man!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
We’re north of the arctic circle now.
@guyinacoffeeshop2239
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape stay safe my friend 👍
@doughoback5226
Жыл бұрын
Another beautifully documented video. Thank you!!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@therealhellkitty5388
Жыл бұрын
I read To Light a Fire when I was in 8th grade… it made an indelible mark on my literary memory.
@rogerclark9285
Жыл бұрын
Must have been about then that I read it.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
A great story indeed!
@ianandresen2326
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful scenery! Good luck on the paddle! Good story!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. We are in Fort McPherson waiting for new tires … 2 flats yesterday.
@johnlea8519
Жыл бұрын
Loved the wildlife shots at the beginning and interesting to see the actual buildings and where the gold was first found. I have read Call of the wild and White Fang and will now find a copy of To Light a Fire. Good luck to you both with the canoe trip, can hardly wait to see the next video.
@alanpinn2266
Жыл бұрын
Fascinating history in this one Peter! I don't know much about that gold rush - but it certainly must have been an interesting and difficult time for those risky enough to try and strike it rich! Keep up the great adventures! Cheers my friend!
@joeseabolt3922
Жыл бұрын
Nice walk….I think “To Build a Fire “ is one of Jack Londons best works.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
It is definitely my favourite.
@ricklarade3593
Жыл бұрын
it is simply beautiful up there, ive worked off and on over the years mining around the area, i am stunned by its beauty and ruggedness
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
It really is!
@josephmaschari1073
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the history. Looking forward of hearing more.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
More to come! Thanks for watching.
@sheilam4964
Жыл бұрын
Thx for sharing.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@smoothvern165
Жыл бұрын
That was so cool! GREAT video!!!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@davidb8872
Жыл бұрын
Very interesting, keep ‘em coming 👍
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
More to come! Our river journey will be out tomorrow.
@Simon-talks
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking us along this journey
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure, Simon.
@victortuten4399
Жыл бұрын
You guys take the best trips! I hope you took some panning gear with you!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I do have an actual gold pan but, left it at home. We are currently parked on the north shore of the Peel River in NWT waiting for the ferry to open.
@scottmcfarland2149
Жыл бұрын
Another top-notch video as well as a wee bit of history! Safe journey. 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻🛶
@shaynew7899
Жыл бұрын
Fun fact... a Long LONG time ago way back in 1989 I took part in the Midnight Dome run at Dawson City. I placed third, from last. haha I was young and the road was long for short legs. haha Beautiful provincial camp ground on the other side of the river. I remember the fireweed fondly.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. We spent a few nights in that very beautiful campground as well.
@stephankramb204
4 ай бұрын
Very interesting, once more. Thanks!
@TheWoodlandEscape
4 ай бұрын
Thanks again!
@lae52
Жыл бұрын
As usual another episode loaded with history. I'm really curious what will develop when you get on the water.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
You’ll see it on the next episode, thanks for your interest.
@gregoryleuelling3826
Жыл бұрын
Mighty odd clothing you're wearing there sir. Best of luck on the river and stay safe.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@alexs3447
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the history lesson
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@milliebanks7209
Жыл бұрын
Peter, if you and Cathy can wait a few minutes I will slip on my jeans and grab my paddle and met you on the Banks of the Dawson! Then we can get down to some serious gold hunting! Good luck and safe journey!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the well wishes.
@PAUL-pz3rz
4 ай бұрын
I am a gold miner in the lower forty eight. I very much so, want to make it to Dawson.
@TheWoodlandEscape
4 ай бұрын
You’ll not regret the trip.
@michaelgoolman918
3 ай бұрын
I enjoy uall, travels,,(from KY),,,
@stime6472
Жыл бұрын
Very CooL!
@gregbradford3739
Жыл бұрын
Good information, well told.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it
@gijoe508
Жыл бұрын
Very cool episode! Having watched the White Fang movie and listened to Call of the wild audio book this is very interesting
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed.
@JanTrewhitt
Жыл бұрын
Very interesting, Peter! I thought the gold rush" lasted a lot longer than 2 yrs. Blessings to you and Kathy.
@josephinegibbs3902
Жыл бұрын
Gold was discovered at Nome, Alaska in 1899 shifting the gold rush focus away from Dawson City.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍. We are north of the Arctic Circle with 2 flat tires. 4 day wait to get some new ones.
@calebfoster552
Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Thanks
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@ronnyber
Жыл бұрын
Just came off an Alaskan Cruise and the train ride from Skagway to Carcross. Was looking for more history on the Klondike and this is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
They say it’s all in the time. I suspect you saw some amazing scenery.
@ronnyber
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape for sure!
@TheYukonnahanni
4 ай бұрын
at one time the WHITE PASS RailWAY ran from Skagway to Whitehorse, & vice versus,, picked up the Ore from , Faro Yukon, CYPRUS ANVIL MINE ( trucked down to Whitehorse ) & then Loaded onto the Trains & off to Skagway to the Ships ,,,
@mikesherman4565
Жыл бұрын
Wow interesting you look so different with blue jeans and shoes
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
😊. They feel a wee bit odd.
@danthevandan
10 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this, my wife and I just got back to Ontario after working in Dawson City from May to mid September, with the folks we met and all the historical sites it was the best summer we ever experienced ❤ Cheers, you have new subscribers 👍
@TheWoodlandEscape
10 ай бұрын
That sounds like an awesome summer … pity we didn’t meet up there. Thanks for your interest and support of our channel.
@InfamousWolf89
Жыл бұрын
A rare moment you aren't in buckskins and moccasins :D
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I know and it feels rather odd.
@rogerclark9285
Жыл бұрын
Now Sam McGee was from Tennessee..
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Your going to like the next episode, Roger.
@rogerclark9285
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape That goes without saying.
@lindaSee89
Жыл бұрын
1896 a good year for my grandma.
@snort455
Жыл бұрын
me too
@louisknapp265
Жыл бұрын
Very cool. Hope you have a great trip and looking forward to hearing about it. I was in Dawson for the first time a few years ago, had some time to kill so found a trail at the edge of town leading up the side of a mountain. I was a bit surprised when I reached the summit and found a paved parking lot there! I'm pretty sure that's the same view point you were at in the beginning of the video. Hope to get back there sometime before this summer is over. I grew up listening to Robert Service. My Mom memorized "The Cremation of Sam McGee". "The Spell of the Yukon" really speaks to us who are drawn to the north country.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
You’ll get a kick out of our next episode if you enjoy Service.
@akpatriot6398
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter. In 1976, I was able to make the Chilcoot Pass trip and paddle the Yukon to Eagle. Tracing the steps of those tough prospectors. It was a very different trail compared to these days but it was a wonderful adventure. Thank you for sharing your video for those who have never seen it or like me, enjoy reliving it.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I wanted to hike the Chilcoot Pass but, was warned it has almost become a destination place with line ups on the trail … Not my cup of tea. Glad to bring back some good memories for you.
@Ilikeit616
Жыл бұрын
Howdy Peter Nice story .... how close were you to the buffalos and the bear ? The cabin Cathy walked up on ... the stairs reminded me of a " roll top desk " ! Could you have walk in to the old buildings ... were they safe ? Felt so much going back in time .
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
A lot of the historical buildings are open and safe.
@CC-zc8xs
Жыл бұрын
Another great video! Always enjoy your excitement when sharing your "Wee bit of History". There was one distracting part of this video though, you were wearing jeans! Ha Ha... Just kidding.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thank you and I do feel a bit odd in modern clothes … soon back into the 18th century!
@claudebernardin1096
Жыл бұрын
What a great video! Just awesome! Thank you! And screw the gold! 😜 but Old bottles??!!!!! 😜❤️
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words.
@Kaioexperiences
Жыл бұрын
Hi Peter ! It’s Julien and Samuel. See you later ✌🏻
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I hope our paths cross again. We are now north of the Arctic Circle. Two flat tires yesterday.
@stephencritchley9355
Жыл бұрын
What incredible scenery - especially if you're not slugging it out thru that snow. The "service industry' hasn't changed much, a lot less work for a lot more money!! Considering the relatively simplicity of the build, is the maintenance & reconstruction cost & skill level prohibitive? Enjoy the trip!! It's great from my end.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
The river trip will come out tomorrow… appreciate your continued interest.
@patrickobrien8060
Жыл бұрын
So happy to have found your channel. I just finished reading "Klondike Fever," by Pierre Berton, for the umpteenth time. If I were only forty years younger!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I loved that book and for that matter, pretty much anything Pierre Burton wrote. We’re glad you found us and thank you for your interest.
@danvanhorne4086
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter and Cathy...great history and so many colourful characters. Jack London aside, would love to know the story behind Diamond Tooth Gertie 💎 😊
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Great idea, I should have included her backstory as well.
@JohnGotti-jn9hr
Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for sharing
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@mstuartjones7800
Жыл бұрын
Peter, great footage of the woodland byson, where did you shoot your opening scene in this video?
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Northern BC and lower part of the Yukon Territory.
@uriah-s97
Жыл бұрын
This is so cool!
@lancehenderson7249
Жыл бұрын
I've yet to watch a video of Peter and Kathy that I never enjoyed, or learned from. Thanks to both of you. Keep your powder dry
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you and watch yer top knot.
@craigcook1571
Жыл бұрын
Damn, he does own modern clothes! 😂😂
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Not many, thank goodness… kinda like my 18th century attire.
@craigcook1571
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape Lol, y’all be careful on that river, hope it’s a good float
@riverrockproductions
Жыл бұрын
Who's this man in blue jeans and what has he done with Peter?! 😄 Great video and beautiful country!!
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Good question, not sure myself … home in a couple of weeks and totally back into my normal 1700’s lifestyle.
@viktorponomarev
9 ай бұрын
Hi, I've been living in Dawson City for 1.5 months now. Stayed on your channel, let's be friends🤝🤝🤝🖐🖐🖐
@TheWoodlandEscape
9 ай бұрын
Sure 👍. We appreciate your interest and support.
@viktorponomarev
9 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape thank you, I'm going to visit and continue watching😊🖐
@ant-1382
Жыл бұрын
Chilkoot pass, your putting in an extra I.
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I sometimes get tongue tied, lol.
@jtsterry
11 ай бұрын
❤😊😊
@milliebanks7209
Жыл бұрын
Wish you could just reach down into the water and come out with a fist full of gold,
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
Yup!
@sethwalton2008
3 ай бұрын
Like Dick proenneke books
@TheWoodlandEscape
3 ай бұрын
That’s flattering… someone inspired too.
@larryreese6146
Жыл бұрын
Think I like TO BUILD A FIRE best myself. But wasn't Sam Mcgee a hoot?
@TheWoodlandEscape
Жыл бұрын
I have reread that story numerous times as well.
@mogerry
2 ай бұрын
Just a note on names that you are having trouble pronouncing. Many years ago,my son and I walked the Chilcoot Pass ( not Chilacoot as you pronounce it) leaving from Dyea (not Dye as you call it). The correct pronunciation for the mining of loose gold in streams is like the sound of plasser not placer. As an old geologist I cringe when I hear such gaffs.
@TheWoodlandEscape
2 ай бұрын
Sorry to offend and I thank you for your corrective comments. Most times I do know the proper pronunciation, but get a wee bit tongue tied!
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