12-Day / 375km Solo Canoe Trip in the Yukon Wilderness | Part 1: Logjams

Welcome to an unforgettable journey deep into the Yukon wilderness, just 500km south of the Arctic Circle! Over 12 incredible days, join me on this solo, unsupported 375km paddling expedition that will leave you breathless and inspired.

🚣‍♂️ With just over 2 years of paddling experience, I tackle the untamed wilderness, starting from Quiet Lake and concluding the expedition in Carmacks. This solo adventure is packed with awe-inspiring moments, from conquering 3 lakes to navigating 2 powerful river systems: the Big Salmon and the mighty Yukon itself.

🎣 Get ready for a true outdoor enthusiast's dream! I encounter and cook up beautiful fish such as trout, grayling, and pike, indulging in the taste of freshly caught grayling, fried to perfection. It's a wilderness culinary experience you won't want to miss!

🌦️ Mother Nature doesn't hold back, and neither do I. Experience the thrill of facing intense weather, including lightning storms, hail, and heavy rain, where setting up camp becomes a race against time. Some days, I succeed; others, I embrace the wild rain.

🦟 The mosquito-infested first 4-5 days will have you living vicariously through my bug jacket as I battle clouds of persistent mosquitoes attacking any exposed skin, a testament of resilience.

🪵 Logjams become formidable obstacles this year, requiring portaging through thick willow, brush, and undergrowth. These challenges test my mettle, making every paddle stroke a victory.

💫 My spirits run high throughout the trip as I discover breathtaking camp spots, including picturesque river islands that offer open-air bliss and respite from the mosquitoes. The deep silence and solitude of this pristine wilderness create moments of absolute bliss.

🌅 With the Yukon sun rising before 5 am and setting after 11 pm, the long paddling days are filled with opportunities to explore crystal-clear mountain creeks, go fishing, or simply bask in the purity of the wilderness. Sunny days mean swimming, laundry, and immersion in nature's beauty.

🔥 Distant wildfires add a touch of surreal beauty, filling the air with a hazy, smoky atmosphere that enhances your sensory experience. I take advantage of open sites to enjoy panoramic views and even set up my hammock in treed areas for stunning river views from my sleeping quarters.

🦅 Wildlife enthusiasts will be thrilled! Witness over 10 beavers, chipmunks, woodpeckers, otters, ospreys, and the majestic bald eagles. Plus a graceful black bear crossing the river!

🎣 Fishing enthusiasts, you're in for a treat! I caught over 15 grayling, trout, and several pike during this epic solo journey.

Join me on this exhilarating adventure of a lifetime as I shatter the boundaries of my comfort zone. The Yukon wilderness is waiting to be explored, and if I can do it solo, so can you! Hit that subscribe button, and let's embark on this unforgettable journey together!

SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Paddles used: Beavertail and Explorer Plus

Rod Used: X5 Travel Rod

Both kindly sponsored me with outstanding quality product. Please check them out, you will not be disappointed!

Content in Video:
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Day 1
13:36 - Day 2
36:51 - Day 3
1:08:39 - Day 4

GEAR I TRUST AND USE:

Sleep & Camp:
Tent Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 20D Grey

Sleeping Pad Thermarest NeoAir XTherm

Pump Tiny 2X

Sleeping Bag Thermarest Questar 32

Paddles & Fishing:

Cooking:
Water Filter SAWYER Squeeze

Titanium Pot Lixada 750ml

Cookware Kit Lightweight

Filming:
Drone – DJI Air

iPhone 15 Pro Max 512GB

GoPro Hero 12

Tripod K&F Concept Carbon Fiber:

Garmin InReach Mini

Battery Bank Anker 20000mAh

Solar Panel:

Saw Bahco Laplander Folding

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[PlayNowWorkLater]

You shall become an honorary yukoner. You’ve done a beautiful job of making our territory so cinematic. Thanks for coming up and making this, then sharing it. Great job!

[IshKartis]

These videos are simply otherworldly. The nature, the wildlife, the journey.... But the best part is your attitude! Love seeing and hearing your genuine reactions to everything along the way, makes me feel like I'm along for the ride.

[MnNative]

Eze, you are an absolute animal.... the bears should fear you. The effort and energy you exert are unimaginable. Your video work is gorgeous. Thank you for providing this epic for us.

[jacqueline]

Absolutely wonderful Part 1. Enjoyed the kissing of the fish, had a good chuckle. Love that you thanked your family for making the trip possible, appreciation is the best! You have to watch those Canadian mosquitoes, they will carry you off if your not weighted down! haha! Thanks for sharing and am heading now to watch Part 2! :) :)

[KuldaevaWatercolor]

I love how you take care of your mind and body by picking up on signs of exhaustion and letting yourself to rest, Eze. Thank you again so much for taking us along! I fell in love with your content and looking forward to see you other adventures!

[WhenNaturePauls]

Absolutely epic! What an undertaking and solo!
When you was away I was waking up every morning and checking your progress on the map, so good to actually see it now. The landscape and the adventure is even better than I imagined. Great work! Proud to see my sticker on the barrel.
Can't wait for the next episode!!

[Simrata_]

I love you let the fish go…. you were so gentle with them…so respectful…
Love and Light ❤

[davebarney]

So… my brother and I did two days on Wye. Camped one night. We made tea and coffee on Trangia but ate dinner and breakfast in the pub. Did 30 miles probably less. We were absolutely knackered and my joints ached for nearly a week!!!
You did 12 days in an incredibly challenging environment with the added danger of bears on your own! Cooking and camping and doing portage.
Absolutely incredible bravery, resilience and determination. I take my hat off to you!
You’re probably fed up of me saying this, but I cannot fathom why the quality of your videos don’t get a larger audience. I follow you and a guy called Wiltshire Man and occasionally view Wildbeare and a few others. They would make this epic adventure in to 4 or 5 smaller chunks. Just a suggestion as what I know about YouTube and making videos you could write on a postage stamp. Anyway, tremendous effort and quality video 👍👍👍

[cliffkelsey]

What a wonderful, multi-faceted delight! I am drawn right into this excellent video as you share your thoughts with the viewer and I feel that I am along on the trip. There is so much to learn about preparations for an adventure of this magnitude and it is shared along the way. Expert videography really makes this a winner!

[JS-rene]

Absolutely epic! I really enjoyed your respect and enthusiasm for nature. Looks like we’re all out there just trying to make Jim Baird proud. Lol 🇨🇦

[earthbender]

Without a doubt you're making the best wilderness content on YouTube buddy. Cheers! This is great footage

[jens]

I recently discovered a new interest in camping as i never really did it before. I am so happy that i found your videos. They really make me hungry to go out there and discover the world like you are doing. It is really inspiring to watch you do everything so swiftly and easily! I am looking forward to learn more of you and your ways and to watch more of your videos! Best wishes!!

[markmccusker]

This is just excellent! What an epic adventure! Thanks so much for sharing! Can't wait to see the rest

[patandandrea]

Great video my friend. I just found you on YouTube. I’ll watch your video for sure. Thanks for sharing with us.

[michaelschuetz]

Great trip Eze awesome videography. I love the beautiful Grayling. We have town here in Michigan named after that fish bc they were once plentiful there. Unfortunately, during the lumber boom they wiped them out 😢. Thanks for letting us tag along. I cant wait to watch the rest of the river travel in the next episode. Cheers

[Kalvin]

My favourite YouTuber, your videos are by far the best out there! Thank you for the content Eze!

[davebarney]

Great! Just spotted this. Will watch tomorrow and enjoy it with a cup of tea. Went two days down Wye with my brother; was fantastic. Not quite as big as this 😂…watch tomorrow
Cheers mate 👍

[DWA]

I absolutely loved this. Thank you for sharing this experience. Bravo 👏🏼 looking forward to the next batch.

[TonchyShultz]

Interesting adventure, in start of your video I think.. Omg.. T. Cruise .!??🤔🙄😎Amazing nature you show to us, you are free as a bird.! I like similar action, good to see pathway trough this nature. Only one things, but don't be angry, when you fishing, you beat (shaking) the pole too much while pulling the fish towards you, this is reason why they escape, again I say sorry buddy. You have big LIKE from me ok..! Best regards from Alberta - Canada . ✌🍁🌿🤠🍷🌲💕👏

[lauriebloggs]

JUst I haven't yet watched this in full!! And I was just talking about you