Posted on 01/10/2023 9:03:19 AM PST by grundle
Nearly four years ago, I moved from Vancouver, one of the largest cities in Canada, to a remote northern community in Yukon Territory with about 90 residents.
One of the biggest things I had to adapt to was living a 10-hour round trip from the nearest grocery store, which is in Whitehorse. Believe it or not, I've learned to love this unique part of my life.
These days, I'm more confident in the kitchen and I've mastered the art of grocery shopping for up to two months at a time. Here's what it's like.
(Excerpt) Read more at insider.com ...
Sounds kind of romantic for a youngish couple, for a couple of years.
Lately I've been hooked on YouTube videos on winter camping. Seeing how people camp in tents in below zero weather and yet are still able to make themselves cozy and comfortable is fascinating. It's especially fun when dogs are involved.
It's all about having the right gear and some confidence in yourself.
Sounds like an EV would be a gamble for that grocery run on a cold day.
“I live a 10-hour round trip from the nearest grocery store.”
English as a second language.
Canadian Yuppie moves the wilderness, but does not know how to live off the land and subsistence hunt, instead drives 5 hours to grocery store.
Probable used to go on vacation with a motor home loaded with all the modern conveniences also.
If they can afford it, I suggest they get a piper super cub.
That is cool. Thanks for posting.
I use noscript. So many cross links at that webpage. Dangerous. Too bad almost all the photos won’t load.
From the link it looks like they drive a Toyota Tacoma crewcab....good choice IMO.
The one I had was overall the best vehicle ever owned.
Interesting that they decide to go rough it like that.
I did not notice any mention of what they do for a living or how exactly they pay their bills.
They must enjoy living in a remote location.
i guess they don’t have prime
I’d need to supplement the load capacity and add at least an 8’ pull behind trailer for beer. 😏
Sounds like something for a 20 year old...I’ll take a smallish town and convenience any day!
I love it....If it weren’t for some off roading adventures, I’d only put on 200 miles per year on my vehicles. I change my oil each year and the oil is still clear and gold on the stick! I feel guilty changing the oil... I can fill my tank and 6 months later I’m still using the same fuel, with Sta-Bil fuel stabilizer added of course.☺
Living really remote nowadays can cost big bucks and be a big pain in the butt.
I personally enjoy driving long distances, but dang...you wonder what it would be like on a ten hour drive if a storm blew in. Probably have to watch the weather closely and plan accordingly.
Never mind having reliable communication gear and emergency gear as well on every ride in case of the unexpected.
You need a barn for home brew. You could even make some “buck”.
A Sargeant from “Lower Alabama” told me how to make prison toilet wine…
“I did not notice any mention of what they do for a living or how exactly they pay their bills.”
Hmmm. .... Writer for Insider?
Too remote for me! Might be good info for prepping though.
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