We are Easy Day Adventures, a family of four taking one adventure at a time. In this video series we are pointing North to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to go swimming up in the Arctic Ocean. Why? Because its there. Plus, it will make a great adventure for our growing boys who are learning how to dream BIG. Why not come along for the ride? Sometimes we live on our sailboat, other time we explore Terra Firma with our OVRLND rig. Either way, its always an adventure! In this video we cross the border from British Columbia to Alaska. The scale of the mountains begins to grow and we take the opportunity to spend two days in Skagway, Alaska before taking the ferry to Juneau. In Skagway we explore the town, take care of errands, and visit the Dyea Flats. The flats were spectacular because it gave us an open view of the water and surrounding mountains. We only wish we had spent more time boondocking. Our ferry ride to Juneau held a bit of a surprise. About 2 hours into the voyage, we received notification of a huge earthquake near the Kamchatca peninsula in Russia. There was even a Tsunami watch issued for our area. With 5 hours left in our transit it did cause a bit of concern but shortly after the watch was lifted for our area. We arrived in Juneau around 10:30pm that evening. In Juneau we settled in at the Mendenhall Campground for five days. This was our basecamp to explore the Mendenhall Glacier, Nugget Falls, and Eagle Beach. We hope you enjoy.

We are Easy Day Adventures, a family of four taking one adventure at a time. In this video series we are pointing North to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to go swimming up in the Arctic Ocean. Why? Because its there. Plus, it will make a great adventure for our growing boys who are learning how to dream BIG. Why not come along for the ride? Sometimes we live on our sailboat, other time we explore Terra Firma with our OVRLND rig. Either way, its always an adventure! In this video we get some fresh tires in Grand Prairie, Alberta before heading up the Alaska Highway into the Northern Canadian Rockies. Along the way we find an abandoned campground where we setup for the night. We didn’t spend too long because the bugs drove us further North to Muncho Lake. We really enjoyed the campground at Muncho Lake. The water wasn’t too cold for a refreshing cold bath and there are so many amazing trails nearby. We chose to jump on the Stone Sheep’s Trail that heads up into the mountains near the Sentinel Range. This was a great hike to burn off some of the boy’s energy and after we relaxed just a bit further North in the Laird River Hot Springs. It was only $10 CAD for the whole family to spend the afternoon at the hot springs. If you find yourself passing through the Northern Canadian Rockies, this is a must do! We were able to pack so much into that one day that we decided to push a little further up the ALCAN before dinner. We discovered some tucked away camping along the Laird River just West of Watson Lake. After some great rest listening to the water flow past all night, we pointed West to the Alaska border with British Columbia. Thanks for watching!

We are Easy Day Adventures, a family of four taking one adventure at a time. In this video series we are pointing North to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to go swimming up in the Arctic Ocean. Why? Because i

In this video we depart Colorado on our 4,000 mile journey to the Arctic Ocean. We travel 10 hours North into Wyoming and Montana. Our first stop is at a campground called the Beartooth Lake Campground. We then went searching for a more remote campsite suitable for our OVRLND camper. We found the perfect spot at Lulu Pass, just North of Cooke City, Montana. We had planned to camp just outside of Red Lodge, Montana but the bugs were too intense. The boys had an allergic reaction to mosquito bites on their ears so we went searching for a hotel that night to let the Benadryl kick in. Since we are a retired military family, we can stay at military base hotels for very reasonable rates. In this case, we opted for Malmstrom Air Force Base because it was on our way to the Canadian border. We hope you enjoy. 00:00 – Intro 00:32 – Starting Out 01:16 – Chief Joseph Scenic Byway 01:45 – Beartooth Lake Campground 02:04 – Cinnamon Bears 03:04 – Lulu Pass 05:03 – Mosquito Bites 05:32 – Sunset from Lulu Pass 07:00 – Beartooth Highway 09:18 – Malmstrom AFB Detour

This video is the 4th and last in our Norwegian Roa Trip series. Here we drive from Bergen to Ålesund to take in Slinningsbålet, the largest midsummer bonfire in Norway. Along the way we stop at Huldefossen and Jølstravatnet for some epic scenery. We hope you enjoy.

Full video: https://youtu.be/MVsTdE7Cgv4 This is the full show of Slinningsbålet 20025 in Ålesund, Norway. If you want to see more amazing content like this, consider subscribing :)

In this video we continue our road trip up to Ålesund, Norway to see one of the largest bonfires in the world. Our third leg takes us to Bergen. Here we check out Fantoft Stavkirke, the Bergen Maritime Museum, Fløyen, Trollskogen, and Gamle Haugen. We hope you enjoy.

In this video we continue our road trip up to Ålesund, Norway to see one of the largest bonfires in the world. Our second leg takes us to Stavanger. Here we check out Sverd i Fjell, Gamle Stavanger, the Norwegian Oil Museum, the old town and Norway's first immigrant ship, Restauration. We hope you enjoy. The Restauration needs all the support she can get!!!! Please consider supporting her 200 year anniversary voyage from Stavanger to New York via check out the following link: https://www.restauration.no/en/kontakt She sets sail on the 4th of July 2025 and can be tracked via this link: www.stavanger-newyork.no

In this video we start our road trip up to Ålesund, Norway to see one of the largest bonfires in the world. Our first leg takes us to Lysefjord and the cute village of Lysebotn. This fjord is famous for its huge cliffs and was gorgeous despite the clouds and rain. Oh, and we saw a lot of sheep:). We hope you enjoy.

If you're dreaming of an all-electric overland kitchen, you know that managing your energy is absolutely key. In this video, we're diving deep into the real-world energy consumption of electric cooking on the road…and how long it takes to recharge! Get ready to discover: • The true power draw of popular electric cooking appliances in a van. • How to accurately calculate your daily energy needs for an electric kitchen. • How much driving time it takes to charge back to 100% with a DC to DC charger. • Whether an all-electric, propane-free van kitchen is the right choice for your adventures! Stop guessing and start cooking efficiently on your van life journey! This video is a must-watch for anyone building or upgrading their camper van electrical system. 👍 Like this video if you're excited about going all-electric in your van! 🔔 Subscribe for more practical off-grid build tips, energy insights, and nomadic adventures on land and at sea! 💬 Let us know in the comments: What's your go-to electric cooking appliance in your van? This channel is all about exploring, and sometimes, that means recommending awesome gear. Just so you know, some of the links to products we share might be affiliate links. If you click 'em and buy something, we might get a small commission. It helps us keep adventures coming! Victron Energy Orion XS Smart DC to DC Battery Charger 12/12 50A (700W) https://amzn.to/4mq6uXz 6 QT InstantPot - 1000 watts https://amzn.to/4mOl3nN

Ever wondered what it takes to build an overlanding rig for a family of four heading to the Arctic? In this video, we're pulling back the curtain on our custom OVRLND camper! Get an in-depth look at how we designed and built this beast for our upcoming journey to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska (the start of the Pan-American Highway!). We'll dive into all the crucial details: what materials we used, the construction process, our electrical and plumbing setups, the rig's total weight, and the final cost. If you're planning your own build or just curious about overland life, this is for you! This channel is all about adventuring, and sometimes, that means recommending awesome gear. Just so you know, some of the links to products we share might be affiliate links. If you click 'em and buy something, we might get a small commission. It helps us keep adventures coming! Electrical 12V 300Ah Lithium LiFePO4 Battery, https://amzn.to/43r6NZh Victron Energy BlueSolar MPPT Solar Charge Controller - 75V, 10 amp, 12/24-Volt - https://amzn.to/3YZWU3s Victron Energy Orion XS Smart DC to DC Battery Charger 12/12 50A (700W) https://amzn.to/4mq6uXz Victron Energy SmartShunt Battery Monitor https://amzn.to/4mrBTIS Victron Energy 1200VA 12-Volt 120V AC Pure Sine Wave Inverter https://amzn.to/4jfOY5q Blue Sea Systems 8096 DC 6 Position https://amzn.to/4jkBcOS Blue Sea Systems 9003E e-Series Battery Switch, On/Off, Red https://amzn.to/3FuKTwd Blue Sea Systems 5191 Fuse Block Terminal 30-300 AMP https://amzn.to/3ZvVOfX 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4'' X 10 ft Split Wire Loom Cord Protector https://amzn.to/43dIejG Solar Panel End Clamp 30mm/35mm, Aluminum Z Brackets for Solar Panels https://amzn.to/4dsI9fn 25 Pack Plastic Waterproof 3.5-13mm Cable Glands Joints Wire Protectors https://amzn.to/4dwFSQy 18W 1260LM Flood Led Off Road Lights https://amzn.to/4kxmNQk Starlink Mini 12V Adapter https://amzn.to/3YYpoux 12V DC Outlet https://amzn.to/4kcgvpJ Hardware/Material T Slot Bolts for Yakima Cross Bars, https://amzn.to/3ZtIdWu Folding Shelf Brackets https://amzn.to/4k8nsYD Shelf Brackets https://amzn.to/3ZyyXAr Marine Carpet https://amzn.to/4mvAK37 M8 x 35mm Bolts (for securing panels) https://amzn.to/4mvyAR8 Rivet Nut Tool Set https://amzn.to/3Zx2vOK 12 Volt Refrigerator https://amzn.to/4kvyRSb Custom Sized Mattresses https://amzn.to/4kkeFms 3030 T Slot Aluminum Extrusion https://amzn.to/4kwtv9l Plumbing Drain https://amzn.to/3SkLnrQ Sink https://amzn.to/43bwLB9 Faucet https://amzn.to/4muDnC8 Water Pump https://amzn.to/4k5YrgL 30 Gal Water Tank https://amzn.to/3YXifuk 00:00 – Intro 00:31 – Quick Tour 01:53 – Floor 02:39 – Panels 03:02 – Templating 05:20 – Fastening 06:24 – Insulation 07:15 – Bed Platform 09:28 – Counters 10:17 – Battery 10:58 – Electrical Overview 13:11 – Solar 14:41 – DC to DC Charging 17:14 – Circuits 20:15 – Starlink 22:21 – Inverter 23:22 – Victron App 25:05 – Power Consumption 26:01 – Plumbing 28:34 – Fridge 28:53 – Weight 30:15 – Cost 31:10 – Final Comments

In this video we recap the last year of preparations and discuss some big plans to come. We also cover some larger recent boat jobs including a rudder refurbishment and a full bottom job. 00:00 – Last Year Recap 00:57 – Short Term Plans 01:32 – Big Plans 02:55 – Rudder Refurbishment 05:50 – Bottom Job 11:44 – Future Stainless Project

In this episode we work our way to the Northern end of the Sea of Cortez. We stop at a nice anchorage called Puerto Refugio only to find out the bugs would drive us crazy. An early departure from this anchorage then took us to Puerto Peñasco where we prepared for our haul out. Once prepped, we hauled, then drilled a hole in our rudder to check for water, and finally had the boat sandblasted at the Cabrales boatyard. We then drove to the border crossing and on to our home in Colorado USA. 00:00 – Intro 02:03 – Puerto Refugio 03:33 – We got to go! 06:12 – Pulling into Puerto Peñasco 07:32 – Around town 09:46 – Hauling 11:26 – Drilling a hole in the rudder 12:38 – Sandblasting 15:01 – Heading home

In this episode we explore the central region of the Sea of Cortez. During our travels, Daniela gets a nasty infection and seeks medical treatment from the Mexican Navy. We spot Orca on the way to Santa Rosalia, catch 70% of the solar eclipse, see a Starlink launch, have a bonfire, and later enjoy some amazing wildlife in an awesome anchorage named Puerto Do Juan. 00:00 – Intro 00:44 – Playa Santispac 01:17 – Can I get a doctor? 03:43 – Orca! 05:31 – Santa Rosalia 11:20 – Up the mast 12:52 – Solar eclipse 14:10 – Bahia San Francisquito 14:54 – Puerto Don Juan

In this episode, we sail North to Isla Partida where we explore the island with our friends from @sailingmarmoris . We then continue the journey North to Isla San Francisco, Bahia San Marte, Bahia Agua Verde and Isla Coronado making more friends along the way. All of this progress is to arrive at the North end of the Sea of Cortez for our haul out date at the end of April. @easydayadventures 00:00 – Intro 00:37 – Caleta Partida 02:57 – Isla San Francisco 03:39 – Bahia San Marte 04:19 – Bahia Agua Verde 07:06 – Isla Coronado

In this video, I rebuild our NAVTEC hydraulic backstay tensioner while at anchor in La Paz, Mexico. Just want clarification contributed in the comments below: "When reinstalling the piston into the bore, you need to place a piece of shim stock inside the tube that covers the NPT oil port. This prevents the lip of the piston seal from being nipped off as it passes the port." For ordering the correct rebuild kit for your unit, first reference the stampings on your unit then check for the correct seal kit at the following website: https://navtechydraulics.com/navtec-hydraulic-seal-kit-price-list/ Then reach out to a NAVTEC dealer who can send you the kit. https://navtechydraulics.com/dealer-list/ I recommend reaching out to Alan at Seatek Yachting in Long Beach, CA. He was extremely helpful. https://www.seatekyachting.com/ 00:00 – Intro 00:26 – Removal 01:25 – The Rebuild Kit 02:04 – Disassembly 05:56 – Reassembly

In this episode, we sail North from Banderas Bay on mainland Mexico, to La Paz on the Southern end of the Baja Peninsula. Our friend Cathy joins us for the trip passing through Jaltemba, Chacala, Mazatlan, Los Muertos, and La Paz. 00:00 – intro 00:39 – leaving Banderas 01:41 – broken backstay tensioner 02:53 – Jaltemba 03:29 – Chacala 04:45 – lost drone 06:41 – Mazatlan 07:37 – parasailing near miss 09:26 – crossing the Sea of Cortez 11:34 – Los Muertos 13:30 – La Paz

In this episode, we set sail from Cabo San Lucas bound for mainland Mexico. Our route takes us past Isla Isabela, a wildlife sanctuary for sea birds. We explore the island marveling at the abundance of life. Check out the Jacques Cousteau documentary on this amazing place: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEE2HpPoUyI Our destination on the mainland is La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, on the North side of Banderas Bay. Here we realize how large the sailing in expat community is and all the social activities the area has to offer.

In this episode, we anchor in Bahia Tortugas, Bahia Santa Maria, Bahia Magdalena, and Cabo San Lucas. During these stops we explore an estuary, come face to face with an endangered species (green sea turtle), and we observe several gray whales.

In this video we cross the border into Mexico, Daniela has a tooth extracted, and our autopilot fails 80 miles offshore. If any cruisers are in need of a fabrication shop in Bahia Tortugas, we recommend Gonzalo’s Fab Shop. Here is a link to this business: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8xJ81gteRyWpRCfV9