Life on Alaska’s WILD West Coast! A Vanishing Frontier? Sailing the Gulf of Alaska

We set sail along the untamed edge of the Gulf of Alaska - where the wild Pacific Ocean meets steep, forested mountains and weathered islands that feel like the end of the earth. In this video, we navigate exposed coastline, offshore swell, and narrow passages to remote Alaskan outposts — small, isolated communities clinging to the rugged shoreline. Accessible only by boat or floatplane, these towns feel like a step back in time — part of what many call “The Last Frontier.” If you’ve ever dreamed of sailing to the edge of the map — this is it [Filmed August 2024]

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We're Allison & James 👋 a Canadian Aussie couple who left the conventional life behind to live an adventure-based alternative lifestyle here in the Pacific Northwest! Exploring far reaching fjords & remote anchorages of the Inside Passage charting course North through Alaska (slowly) on a small 'no-frills' sailboat, Uintah! Adventuring off the beaten path with the purpose of living a more sustainable, self-sufficient life connected to nature. Subscribe! We'd love for you to join us on the journey North!

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We set sail along the untamed edge of the Gulf of Alaska – where the wild Pacific Ocean meets steep, forested mountains and weathered islands that feel like the end of the earth. In this video, we navigate exposed coastline, offshore swell, and narrow passages to remote Alaskan outposts — small, isolated communities clinging to the rugged shoreline. Accessible only by boat or floatplane, these towns feel like a step back in time — part of what many call “The Last Frontier.” If you’ve ever dreamed of sailing to the edge of the map — this is it [Filmed August 2024]

🔔 Subscribe to follow our full Alaska sailing series!

We’re Allison & James 👋 a Canadian Aussie couple who left the conventional life behind to live an adventure-based alternative lifestyle here in the Pacific Northwest! Exploring far reaching fjords & remote anchorages of the Inside Passage charting course North through Alaska (slowly) on a small ‘no-frills’ sailboat, Uintah! Adventuring off the beaten path with the purpose of living a more sustainable, self-sufficient life connected to nature. Subscribe! We’d love for you to join us on the journey North!

These videos are crowdfunded! Help support their continued creation✨
► Become a Patron! Our pals on Patreon get access to ad-free videos, real-time updates, private chat and more https://www.patreon.com/allisonandjames
► Don’t want to commit to subscription billing? Consider making a one time donation via our PayPal link https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jamesandallison
As a small channel your generous support really goes a long way in keeping the show afloat,
Thank you for your support!

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram
https://www.facebook.com/AllisonandJames.Youtube
A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/allisonmcisaac
J Instagram https://www.instagram.com/james_stce

Binge the Alaska Season👇

⛵Want MORE sailing content? Watch from the beginning

~We respectfully acknowledge that the lands and waterways on which this film was created is the traditional territory of the Tlingit people. They are the original caretakers and stewards of this land, and we honor their ongoing connection and protection of it. We are grateful to be visitors here, to learn, share and honor their rich history and culture~

#cruisealaska #sailingalaska #highlatitudesailing

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