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Boat Life in Alaska. Running into Bears & Catching TONS Fish!
October 28, 2023 · 21 min · 204K views
What this video covers
Juho Karhu and Sohvi Kangasluoma harvest and preserve wild food while anchored in Resurrection Bay, Alaska.0:29 The crew catches pink salmon using a snagging technique in saltwater near river mouths, noting that the method is legal in Alaska but controversial elsewhere.7:06 They also catch halibut, cod, and lingcod, which they process using a pressure canner to store in jars without refrigeration.13:23 The pair gathers nagoonberries and salmonberries, infusing them with vodka, honey, and sugar for long-term storage.14:18 During shore excursions, they encounter black bears and navigate areas with significant bear activity, evidenced by frequent tracks and scat.4:41 The landscape features dead trees resulting from the 1964 Alaska earthquake, which caused ground subsidence and flooded root systems.3:37 The crew carries bear spray for protection while hiking near glacial basins and streams.19:49 Pressure canning provides a reliable way to store protein for winter without the need for a boat freezer.12:19
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