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Relaxing Canoeing and Campfire Breakfast
Good morning! Here I make a morning campfire after paddling my Swift Prospector 14 canoe to the beach. I needed a morning alone to get away for a while, relax and make some coffee and breakfast over an open fire. Every so often I need a morning such as this to take a breath of fresh air and relax. I hope you find some relaxation in this video and enjoy the longer un-cut paddling scenes in ASMR fashion. This video was filmed in 4K.
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Have a great day!
-Mark
#canoecamping #campingsolo #bushcraft
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Stranded Alone - Canoe Camping on a Frozen Lake...
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In this video, I head out solo with a canoe full of gear to go hot tent winter camping in a snow storm and test out my new Pomoly Hex Plus hot tent and Pomoly Dwellar wood stove. I paddled my canoe on a remote pond and found a beautiful campsite on the far end. After setting up the tent and getting a warm fire going in the wood stove I cooked an easy camping meal- Pizza dip! (try this if you ha...
Overnight Canoe Camping With My Dog | Relaxing Campfire | Solo Tent
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Come and join us on a quick relaxing overnight tent campout. It was a fun escape to the Allegeny Reservior for a night of tent camping with my dog Riley. She's the best canoe camping friend a guy could ask for! Unfortunately, I wound up camping next to some very LOUD neighbors. I hoped to film far more than this, but hey, sometimes things don't work out as planned, right? I cooked a HUGE tri-ti...
Canoe Camping Alone in the Adirondack Mountains
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Join me on this 4 day solo canoe trip where I paddle and portage through the Adirondack wilderness. I really enjoyed my time alone on this summer canoe trip, hearing nothing more than the rain on my tent and the sounds of the loons. The views were breathtaking! This trip gave me the best of both worlds - the ability to both push myself and also relax and unwind. On Day 1, I got to Adirondack Pa...
Packing for a Canoe Trip - My Gear List
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Hi my friends! This is my pre-trip canoe trip gear loadout where I show you what I'm packing for an upcoming solo canoe camping trip in the Adirondacks. I run down my camping gear and give a few tips on how to pack for solo camping. I highly suggest making your own canoe trip gear list so that you don't forget anything when packing! If you find this video helpful please hit the LIKE button and ...
Solo Paddling at Sunrise & Campfire Breakfast on the Beach
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Are we canoe camping yet?! For now, I'm enjoying beautiful views from a beach near home and getting out in my Swift Prospector 14 pack boat. I drive out early to be the first person out canoeing and cooking breakfast over a campfire on a beautiful beach that overlooks Lake Erie! I absolutely needed to take this morning to myself to get outside, relax and feel the sun on my face. Life has been h...
Bigfoot Bushcraft Firestarters - WORTH THE HYPE!
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Looking for an easy way to start a camp fire? Look no further! Bigfoot Bushcraft's fire starters make building a campfire as easy as it can be! Plus a kit that comes with a 1/2" high quality ferro rod? You'll want one! TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY CONTEST: 1). SUBSCRIBE ON UA-cam: Bigfoot Bushcraft: ua-cam.com/video/yFvX5pP0sJI/v-deo.html Backcountry Paddler: ua-cam.com/users/BackcountryPaddler 2). FO...
Canoe Camping Alone with a Solo Hot Tent and Wood Stove
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Join me on this early spring solo canoe camping adventure in a hot tent. I paddled my Swift Prospector 14 pack boat to a remote island campsite and set up my Luxe Hexpeak 2P tent and 3W titanium wood stove for an overnighter alone. It was a great time with a delicious morning breakfast. Spring canoe camping reminds me of the fall colors that I missed so much throughout winter. Please it that LI...
A Beer on the Beach Adventure
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Nothing beats canoeing and camping, but there's 2 things I like as just as much - BEER AND COFFEE! So, I'm considering starting a mini series on my channel called "Canoes & Brews" where I'll head out and paddle locally and bring along a beer or coffee to review. I work full time, so getting out and shooting camping videos isn't something I can do as often as I'd like to, but this is something I...
GIVEAWAY PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT - Katadyn BeFree & HydraPak Flux Bottle Combo
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We have a WINNER! I wanted to give back and say THANK YOU to my early subscribers and throw some love to a few channels who have supported me in starting the UA-cam journey. The Katadyn BeFree water filter paired with the HydraPak Flux collapsible bottle is my favorite way of filtering water outdoors. Check out my video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/NZwbhQcbLUo/v-deo.html Canoe tripping season i...
Making Cowboy Coffee in a Cave Behind a Frozen Waterfall
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Alright guys (I say that a lot, so might as well type it too...) I had a lot of fun on this morning hike where I stopped and make a cup of coffee under this amazing waterfall. PLUS, it's GIVEAWAY time! I'm giving away a Katadyn BeFree Filter & Hydrapak Flux Collapsible Bottle combo, which is my favorite way to filter and store water - Check out my recent video on it if you haven't seen it yet. ...
10°F Winter Hot Tent Camping in Snow
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We head hot tent winter camping in the snow to test out my new Luxe Hexpeak hot tent and 3W Titanium wood stove for the first time. This was my first time truly camping in winter! I wound up breaking my Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe in the process, but was able to keep warm all night and still had a fun overnighter with my buddy Mike. I cooked up a really good ribeye steak and we enjoyed a f...
The BEST Water Bottle for the Katadyn BeFree!
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Got or want a Katadyn BeFree water filter? Need a RELIABLE high quality bottle for it? Look no further than the HydraPak Flux! I found an amazing product (NO AFFILIATION, just an honest review!) I kept on having the stock bottles fail on me (Sawyer Squeeze & Katadyn BeFree bottles) so I looked for an upgrade on Amazon and found the HydraPak Flux. I've been using it on canoe trips and day trips ...
A $35 Canoe Paddle on Amazon?!? YES and it's Seriously Awesome!
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This beavertail canoe paddle on Amazon seemed too good to be true, but it is great quality! I was able to finish it and make it a one-of-a-kind custom paddle. Come to find out, this inexpensive paddle is actually handmade in Ontario, Canada by Redtail Paddle Company. I highly suggest getting one! PADDLE: Redtail Paddle Co. Canoe Paddle - 57" Beavertail Paddle: amzn.to/2KG4k8D OTHER PRODUCTS USE...
THE CANOE FLIP CHALLENGE: In Support of PROJECT CANOE. Hold up... Canoe SQUATS!?
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#canoeflipchallenge #squatgoals #swiftcanoeandkayak For more information or to donate to these fantastic causes, please visit: PROJECT CANOE: www.canoe.org PETS FOR VETS: www.petsforvets.com Thanks to Schultz Outdoors for challenging me to this great contest that Chris Prouse started. If you are watching this, you probably already know what an excellent filmmaker Chris is! I hope to eventually ...
Canoe Camping Alone on the Oswegatchie River - Storms | Freezing° | Rookie Mistakes & Success
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Canoe Camping Alone on the Oswegatchie River - Storms | Freezing° | Rookie Mistakes & Success
How to Cook & Dehydrate Chili for Camping
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How to Cook & Dehydrate Chili for Camping
Oswegatchie River 3 Day Solo Canoe Trip - Trailer
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Oswegatchie River 3 Day Solo Canoe Trip - Trailer
Solo Canoe Camping Trip in Adirondack Park
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Solo Canoe Camping Trip in Adirondack Park
Channel Re-introduction - Adirondacks St. Regis Floodwood Ponds Canoe Trip
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Channel Re-introduction - Adirondacks St. Regis Floodwood Ponds Canoe Trip
Backcountry Paddler: Channel Introduction Trailer
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Backcountry Paddler: Channel Introduction Trailer

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  • @travisvanalst4698
    @travisvanalst4698 11 днів тому

    I never go on any trip without the In Reach Mini. Able to send my wife a text every night and morning. Never have gotten lost with a map, compass, and the in reach.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 11 днів тому

      @travisvanalst4698 definitely the smart thing to do! I'm curious, do you pay for it every month or do you just activate it in months you have a trip planned?

  • @alexround9028
    @alexround9028 25 днів тому

    Good job, very beautiful places, like and subscribe 👍

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 25 днів тому

      Indeed it is and thank you!

    • @alexround9028
      @alexround9028 25 днів тому

      what kind of backpack are you using on this trip? looks very roomy

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 25 днів тому

      That would be the Seal Line Boundary 115L dry pack.

    • @alexround9028
      @alexround9028 25 днів тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler Thank you!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 25 днів тому

      You're welcome. It's a great pack but it's pretty bulky. Might go without saying since it's 115 liters!

  • @dougpacanoemanburns4294
    @dougpacanoemanburns4294 Місяць тому

    One - maybe two dogs....... lol

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler Місяць тому

      @dougpacanoemanburns4294 Haha wow I forgot I even made this... Happy Thanksgiving!!

  • @dougpacanoemanburns4294
    @dougpacanoemanburns4294 Місяць тому

    Really enjoyed your camp list. We did the Whitney wilderness loop a few years back and you enjoyed our photos

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler Місяць тому

      I really would like to do that trip! How many days was it to do the loop?

    • @dougpacanoemanburns4294
      @dougpacanoemanburns4294 Місяць тому

      @BackcountryPaddler it was at least 7 days maybe a little more but we took two layover days.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler Місяць тому

      @dougpacanoemanburns4294 good to know.. think it's doable in 5? If not I probably can't do it for quite some time. God only knows when I'll have 7 days.. Haha

  • @AdamRomanoExplores
    @AdamRomanoExplores Місяць тому

    Awesome video bud. Looks like a nice area. That fish really wasn't happy lol. Thanks for sharing!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler Місяць тому

      Lol, no it was not. Keep me in mind if you ever do want to paddle the ADK. I'm in...

    • @AdamRomanoExplores
      @AdamRomanoExplores Місяць тому

      @BackcountryPaddler will do buddy.

  • @rogersamson7952
    @rogersamson7952 3 місяці тому

    I have done this river about 10 times. My favorite time is Memorial day weekend as the warblers and other bird song are amazing. Not to be missed is the hike into the old growth up the 5 ponds trail. It's a 40,000 acre old growth area, biggest in the NE. It's not very difficult this trip to paddle. It does feel like real wilderness when off season.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 3 місяці тому

      I'll have to try this around Spring/Summer one day! I'll keep that in mind about the old growth forest too. That sounds amazing.

  • @raymondlittlejohn1524
    @raymondlittlejohn1524 3 місяці тому

    Which lake or pond is this ?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 3 місяці тому

      @@raymondlittlejohn1524 hi, it's a bunch of pounds in the St Regis Canoe Area in the Adirondacks

  • @thomasbortscheller8156
    @thomasbortscheller8156 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for showing and sharing your fun and your mistakes. I was inspired to get out there and I will bring more socks! Also, that was a lot of beaver dams.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 3 місяці тому

      @thomasbortscheller8156 thanks for checking in! Glad to hear you will be getting out yourself!

  • @David-e6d6n
    @David-e6d6n 4 місяці тому

    Great video nice trip any day in the adk is a good day

  • @ozzy2637
    @ozzy2637 4 місяці тому

    Born and raised in the adk, please don't visit here. Nothing special..

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      I will assume that's either sarcasm or you want to keep it secret with less visitors 😆

  • @fhhddvhhddyh2376
    @fhhddvhhddyh2376 4 місяці тому

    What was the name of the park im sorry i couldnt find it im in md and id like to go with my son i dont know much about that area

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      Conewango Creek. It's near the western PA / NY border.

    • @fhhddvhhddyh2376
      @fhhddvhhddyh2376 4 місяці тому

      @BackcountryPaddler thank you so much im learning a lot from your videos thank you for all the time and effort that you put on your content

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      That's always so cool to hear...be safe out there and email me or comment here with anything else I can maybe help you with!

  • @southronjr1570
    @southronjr1570 4 місяці тому

    I am an adult leader with a youth development program that incorporates lots of outddor trips and community service projects and we take the boys out on week long hiking and canoeing/kayaking trips and I cant find anything wrong with your setup. I do carry the exact same hatchet and even have some survival gear stashed away in a tin foil wrapper in the handle and have a long piece of fishing line to pull it out geld to the outside with a wrap of high quality duck tape. Being a retired Paramedic I do carry a few more items and recommend you add a tourniquet and/or an Isreali bandage to your kit along with some blood clot stop powder or bandages. I also carry a small colapsible shovel for digging worms and for calls of nature (150 ft minimum from water) along with a machete for clearing a spot for camping if needed and a package of immodium for just in case.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      @southronjr1570 as a first responder myself I totally agree with your assessment. For one thing, I really should have a tourniquet in my first aid kit. Thanks for bringing that and your other suggestions to my attention. It's appreciated!

  • @Jenevershed
    @Jenevershed 4 місяці тому

    I love your videos!! We need some backcountry recipes!

  • @dontall71
    @dontall71 4 місяці тому

    Life is like a beaver colony, just one dam thing after another!

  • @jshepard152
    @jshepard152 4 місяці тому

    No offense, but a Garmin InReach is a 2-way satellite messager, not a PLB. PLBs transmit to satellites operated by government entities. InReach transmits to a private network that piggybacks on the Iridum private network. PLBs have certain advantages in a real emergency, especially in signal reliability and speed of rescue.

  • @Jenevershed
    @Jenevershed 4 місяці тому

    Mmmm I want that smoked queso dip!! Love this video and the ADKS.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      @Jenevershed thank you! That was an incredibly simple but delicious camp meal. I still remember just how good it tasted that night.

  • @rawveganfoodforthought2333
    @rawveganfoodforthought2333 4 місяці тому

    Can you address the reviews that mention the chemical plastic taste? Thank you

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      @rawveganfoodforthought2333 sure can. I just got a comment the other day that mentioned rinsing the bottle with a little lemon juice. They said it works perfectly! Hoping to try it out before & after my next trip.

  • @OregonMikeH
    @OregonMikeH 4 місяці тому

    HI YA MARK, PARDON THE CAPS TEXT, IT'S JUST A VISION CONVENIENCE FOR ME. I CAME ACROSS YOUR CH. TO FOR THE FIRST TIME & I'M REALLY ENJOYING THIS VIDEO, RELAXING AS I WIND DOWN FOR BED. YAP, GONNA APPRECIATE GRANDMA'S CHILE RECIPE, GOD BLESS ALL THE GRANDMAS & GRANDPAS IN THE WORLD, MINE RAISED ME. IT WAS SHARP, USING ONE NESTED CONTAINER LIKE THAT. THIS VIDEO HAS A GOOD VIBE, I LOVED THAT YOU INVITED YOUR PERSONAL FRIENDS TO JOIN YOU IN THE FUTURE, EXCELLENT GOING TO INCLUDE THAT! I HOPE YOU'LL RESPOND TO THIS QUESTION: WHAT ARE YOU USING UNDER YOUR SLEEPING BAG TO PROTECT IT, DID I MISS THAT? I SCROLLED BACK BUT DIDN'T SEE IT. REALLY LIKE YOUR HOST DEMEANOR BUDDY, I'M SURE I'LL BE BACK, YOUR FILMING AND EDITING WERE BOTH EXCELLENT!! BLESSINGS YOUR WAY FROM OREGON BUDDY, ... MIKE.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 4 місяці тому

      @OregonMikeH HI MIKE, I GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR KIND WORDS! I BELIEVE I USED A KLYMIT STATIC V SLEEPING PAD ON THIS TRIP (IF IT WAS ORANGE). IT WAS EITHER THAT ONE OR MY EXPED. BOTH HAVE A HIGH R VALUE FOR THOSE COLD NIGHTS! HOPE TO HEAR MORE FROM YOU, MY FRIEND! CHEERS, MARK

    • @OregonMikeH
      @OregonMikeH 4 місяці тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler I'M SUBSCRIBING MARK, THANK YOU.

  • @Workingcockers
    @Workingcockers 5 місяців тому

    Do you ever do any fishing while on your canoe trips?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 2 місяці тому

      I do. If you want to see some "good" fishing footage check out my Canoe Camping Alone in the Adirondack Mountains video. 😉

  • @robertbennett6697
    @robertbennett6697 5 місяців тому

    A little practice with a pole and you can push right up many of those beaver dams with the "fast" water. It's great for changing positions on long days. I probably pole about 60%-70% of the way going up and down the Oswegatchie.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 5 місяців тому

      @@robertbennett6697 poling sounds like a great idea on the Oz!

  • @CanadianHardwoodPro
    @CanadianHardwoodPro 5 місяців тому

    What do you use for footwear in colder waters?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 5 місяців тому

      @CanadianHardwoodPro traditionally always wore a pair of Merrell Moab 2 waterproof hiking boots, but I wouldn't mind trying muck boots this Fall.

  • @Drew.Joseph
    @Drew.Joseph 5 місяців тому

    There's no way I would go into the back country without a knife.

  • @karenrobinson1819
    @karenrobinson1819 5 місяців тому

    I wanna know what you heard at that campsite….

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 5 місяців тому

      @karenrobinson1819 so.. my buddy and I were there one night and we kept hearing this loud bang every couple minutes which sounded like someone swinging a baseball bat at a tree. There was no wind, there was nothing in the water and it was coming from the woods. This went on for an hour or 2. 😬

    • @karenrobinson1819
      @karenrobinson1819 5 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler sounds like there’s a squatch! I would love to go on a trip like that. I’m trying to convince my sister to go with me. We have kayaks not canoes though. Your videos are great!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 5 місяців тому

      There's lots of amazing lakes you can access with kayaks. Just avoid the portages...and sasquatch.... 😆

    • @karenrobinson1819
      @karenrobinson1819 5 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler good advice! Keep having great adventures and keep posting. You’ve got a new follower. 😀

  • @sspice8934
    @sspice8934 5 місяців тому

    Enjoyed this, thanks for sharing. What pot is that?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 5 місяців тому

      Thank you! It's a Toaks. I believe it's the 750ml..

  • @robertdodd9623
    @robertdodd9623 6 місяців тому

    I thought that Deer was going to ask for a cup of coffee , nice video 🔥

  • @robertdodd9623
    @robertdodd9623 6 місяців тому

    Your Perseverance paid off, the Lamb and Beer looked Awesome 🔥

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      I swear I'll never forget that rack of lamb. It was sooo good! I've tried replicating it at home and it never turns out that got. Campfire for the win!

    • @robertdodd9623
      @robertdodd9623 6 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler Yes, they say the presentation is half the meal, I would say your environment had to be 75 percent .

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      That was a rough little trip but roasting that lamb made it worth it... haha. I remember it took me about an hour to get that fire started too. Everything was soaked. So even sweeter.

  • @robertdodd9623
    @robertdodd9623 6 місяців тому

    A very enjoyable video and a nice Trout 🔥

  • @TobyAnderson-d9r
    @TobyAnderson-d9r 6 місяців тому

    Really enjoyable content! Great vid and great set up!! Wish we had places like this in the UK!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      Yeah but, you have double decker busses! 🤣 I will keep my outdoors!

  • @YeshuaT-bm6ss
    @YeshuaT-bm6ss 6 місяців тому

    Great video and I agree you definitely need a great pillow

  • @Juanlu.
    @Juanlu. 6 місяців тому

    Un vídeo muy clarificador. Saludos desde España!

  • @sureleyyy
    @sureleyyy 6 місяців тому

    do you know if any cheap plastic bottles fit the be free water filter threading? My be free bag also broke, and i’m looking for a quick cheap fix, the bottles you mentioned seem like a great purchase, might grab one.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      Yep get any of the Hydrapak ones. I do like the Flux for the durability. Also, in a pinch, a Gatorade bottle works!

    • @sureleyyy
      @sureleyyy 6 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler sweet thank you! didn’t know the gatorade bottles fit, thank you!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      Welcome!

  • @thewildernesswanderer140
    @thewildernesswanderer140 6 місяців тому

    Interesting to see what you bring. It was fun to watch you cook on the twiggy stove. Thanks for sharing!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      Thanks for commenting! I was just watching the new season of Alone and remembering just how much I love doing this stuff.

  • @CristiNeagu
    @CristiNeagu 6 місяців тому

    0:50 What a convenient cut... Hope your car was ok.

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      I had to go back and see what you meant. I actually didn't hit my car, but I can see how it looks that way.. Haha

  • @schecterguitar08
    @schecterguitar08 6 місяців тому

    You ever worry about bears?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 6 місяців тому

      I hang my bear bag, so not really. I can't say I've ever really been concerned about it. I don't bring bear spray, but it's also never a bad idea to have it just in case.

  • @MrTuckyboy
    @MrTuckyboy 6 місяців тому

    Where is the lean to?

  • @JM-Roslyn
    @JM-Roslyn 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for the map view of the itinerary! I, otherwise, would have no idea where you are and I don't like when videos give no geographic context. Thank You! John

  • @danconlan8735
    @danconlan8735 6 місяців тому

    Hey Bud, I’m hoping that you are going to post some more content soon!? Slainte, DC🍀

  • @AdamB93-rh9ey
    @AdamB93-rh9ey 7 місяців тому

    Are you still using this system? Just got back from a canoe trip using the Lifestraw Go bottle. It was really difficult to get a reasonable amount of water through and almost ruined the trip. It was so hard to get any water out that it felt like I was constantly drinking in order to maintain any hydration. Does this have an adequate flow rate?

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 7 місяців тому

      The flow rate on the BeFree is the best thing about it. I've had trips ruined by a bad water filtration setup (Sawyer Squeeze) but everything changed when I went this route. I just suggest keeping a separate bottle for after you filter the water. When the water sits in the Hydrapak for a while it can taste "plasticky"... hope that helps! Mark

  • @Canal-gi8di
    @Canal-gi8di 7 місяців тому

    Better a bigger pack then to small

  • @ForestRiver-pw7qy
    @ForestRiver-pw7qy 7 місяців тому

    Great stuff!

  • @jonathanmunk1697
    @jonathanmunk1697 7 місяців тому

    I really like a jet boil or rocket stive for the mornings that i want to get moving if i have to lay down some distance i can quickly make some coffee and some oatmeal with out having to get a fire going

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 7 місяців тому

      I agree! Even a twig stove can take a little too much time.

  • @ZackStubbington
    @ZackStubbington 8 місяців тому

    Man you’re the first guy I’ve seen with the same solo stove as me. Awesome little unit eh 👍🏼 great video. I just got back from my first Algonquin solo and definitely need to reconsider everything I packed due to the weight … lots to learn but glad there’s video like yours. Thank you!

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 8 місяців тому

      That really reminds me of my first trip there! Amazing experience nonetheless. I love that little Solo Stove it's just a good as the Bush Buddy and about half the cost of less.

    • @ZackStubbington
      @ZackStubbington 8 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler ya man… I really over did myself by packing too much and trying to carry it all over a nasty portage 😂 I will be back and I will do better for sure. 👍🏼

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 8 місяців тому

      Haha.. hey at least you made it. Out of sheer curiosity.. which portage was it?

    • @ZackStubbington
      @ZackStubbington 8 місяців тому

      @@BackcountryPaddler St. Andrews to high falls… I honestly struggled just walking it without gear plus raining and wet rocks/mud… I actually was concerned I’d break a leg. Wasn’t even that long just the elevation was all over the place

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 8 місяців тому

      That kinda thing is a killer. Glad you and your gear are in one piece though!

  • @derekfoehr9264
    @derekfoehr9264 8 місяців тому

    Heaven on Earth

    • @BackcountryPaddler
      @BackcountryPaddler 8 місяців тому

      Indeed my friend. I hope to visit here again in better weather next time.

  • @rangerdoc1029
    @rangerdoc1029 8 місяців тому

    What an epic trip