IS SUPERIOR THE WORLD'S BIGGEST LAKE? 1:28:11 Superior is the world's biggest freshwater lake by surface area. Caspian Sea is bigger but it's just a part of the ocean that got disconnected and now has 1/3 of the salinity so I feel iffy about its classification as a lake. Some would argue that it's Lake Baikal which is much deeper and with more volume (though way less surface area) but that's not much good unless you own a submarine. "World's largest freshwater lake on earth by surface area" doesn't work in a title.
“I suffered another injury however. I sacked myself swatting a mosquito”. Best line of the video Jon. That beaver dam was a good size. Neat trip. Like another world out there on those islands it seems.
You just reminded me of something: When I hiked the Appalachian Trail almost 30 years ago, I got to a shelter in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. Biting gnats had been bothering all of us since we left Georgia. I went down to the stream pool water source, from the shelter to purify my night's supply of water for drinking and cooking. As I reached the pond, the gnats covered me from head to toe. It was miserable. Soon after, as my food was cooking, I wrote a limerick in the trail shelter logbook. It went, "The gnats are a problem, don't scoff. You need Deet, or some kind of Off. One little pesticle Bit my left testicle And now I am REALLY PISSED OFF!" A few monster hikers caught up to me and said they died laughing at my log post, and looked forward to catching up to meet me. They suffered the same thing as me. And appreciated my humor. I replied, "It's all what we make it. Gotta keep the goal in mind and laugh about the irritating stuff." Those guys finished. I didn't, because of a family event I stopped and got off the trail for. One day before I crap out, maybe, I'll hike the trail again. And finish.
***A LOT OF PEOPLE MYSELF INCLUDED*** would be curious to see you actually Prepare your food and hear you tell us about HOW you packaged your MEATS and how you pre prepared your food for travel . We Like to see how things are done as far as Packing Storing Cooking food for 1, 2, 3 or more weeks.
Your content is just "superior," literally! It just puts me at peace and in such a wonderful mood. You should consider turning your videos into Imax form. It would be splendid to see. With the music you add and the sound effects coming from the lake, birds, etc, it would be a hit. Thank you for letting me live my dreams vicariously through you. As a fellow nature lover, where I live, we don't have too many beautiful places like this. You truly are a master of your crafts, John.
Some people go to Disneyland and talk about the “magic” but these views and experiences on Superior were what I consider “magical”. Very well done, professional grade vid. I loved this!
Your videography and storytelling are wonderful! I especially enjoy the closeups of flowers and critters. You carried me back nearly a half century to my younger days exploring the lakes and streams of southern Yukon and northern B.C. in my Folbot. I can barely walk now, and my eyesight is so poor I can hardly make out a squirrel in a tree, much less the stars on a clear night. But on my large computer monitor and speakers, your video brings to me the sights and sounds of nature I so love. The call of the loon, the slap of a beaver's tail, the lap of water on a rocky shore, wind in the canopy, the roar of breakers on a troubled lake. Thank you for enriching my life! I also appreciate your setting a good example of managing risk. Adventures are much more rewarding when you survive them. Hopefully your example will encourage young adventurers to exercise better judgement and live longer to share their tales. This was the first video of yours I have come across, but I certainly look forward to watching more. And, I will watch this one again. I was delighted to take the opportunity to subscribe. May your excursions be many, safe, and rewarding. May your memories be warm and satisfying, and may you always have someone you love, and who loves you, to share them with.
Thank you, Fred Cox for such a rewarding writings of yours! Not native English speaker I just agree to every single word you have written above and truly you are telling almost every thought I also have thought during watching this amazing videography of John! I love his fine tuned verbal describing and story telling along his voyage and his language are a delight to listen to! Thank you so very much, sir, for taking your time to writing all this beautiful acknowledgement to honor John for his excellent job to capture his trip! God bless you both! Best regards from Sweden! 💯 👌 👍💝💝💝💖💝💝💝 👍
This title for a youtube video just appeared in my mind. Not sure if I came up with it myself or if I heard it somewhere, but here it is: Camping on an island on a lake that is on a island on a lake !! wuut 🙂
Thank You 😊 I enjoyed that very much. Will never make it there. Old and crippled now. I also watch a lot of this content and no ones been in touch with Mother Earth like you did . Your Love for Her came thru your video work. In the end I felt "" I "" had "" Finally been there . 🌺
Hey Jon, Dave here from Newfoundland, awesome stuff. I was having a hard time with my lower back, and ended up trying daily core workouts and it has changed my life. Getting a strong core is the foundation of a strong body, and therefore a strong mind. Cheers buddy. Keep up the good content.
Thanks for this Dave. Someone gave me a book called "Foundation" which I believe speaks to the same but it's large and I haven't read it yet...you're motivating me though, thanks man
Bravo! Another soothing therapeutic video. Im sure you have thought if this before, but i hope you know your videos help others with maybe depression, mental illnesses. These videos put one at peace. Thanks jon.
Having lived and grown up in Michigan till the military life at 18 in 1974, just listening to the sounds, and water against the canoe, the Loons, the breeze...I can actually smell the water and the environment...I sure miss those shores. Thank-you for your video...awesome. Proxy Miner Vote "Love IT", chuckles.
You continue to out do yourself. Love this trip, photography and music exceptional. My parents took us kids to lakes in Canada in the late 50's. Portaging between lakes, big fish moose, memories. I'm now 70 and can no longer even dream of doing what you do. So I can watch you continue to deliver outstanding content, good on you. Whats up with Erin? We miss her. Oh and some of the funniest parts are your short conversations with yourself. David and Peggy
I almost seldom leave comments on any videos. However, I am so grateful that you take us along on your adventures so we can take in the scenery that we may otherwise ever see. You make so many ppl happy. Your stories, scenery, everything is so fantastic!! Nothing is more satisfying than discovering that you have a new video uploaded. There are other channels that can compete with the beauty that your videography manages to capture. Thank you, Jon!!!
I just found his channel while watching my own on the TV (best way to watch these type except you can't comment or like) and it showed up on the suggested feed. He does have some great video! Hopefully when I grow up I can compete 😄
Dude! I live in thunder Bay and my wife and I had the privilege of renting a canoe and driving to sleeping giant putting in at silver isle and checking out the sea lion. Epic. I told her I saw you on UA-cam camping out along the shores. I gotta say you definitely inspired me to get out there so your content is much appreciated!! I'll be right behind ya!! Beautiful photography!
Nice! I was going to try Silver Islet this summer in my kayak but settled for Pigeon Bay instead. I live in Atikokan so it was a little closer drive. It was a good day, landed a couple salmon. Cheers
Wow, John, WOW!!!! What a wonderful trip! Thank you for doing what you do. I’m from Michigan and have always been in love with Lake Superior, but you are capturing what I’ll never see in person. You are perfecting your skills and those who watch are benefiting from your dedication. Nat Geo can’t hold a candle to what I just watched. Again…thank you!
That was SO beautiful! All those rock cliffs, northern lights, sunsets and sunrises, beautiful flowers and caves. I collect rock an every one of them would go home with me. I have a old washtub for a table outside an i have small rocks on half of it. I do sit out there an play with them a look at them every day. Yep I'm pretty strange. You can put them in a glass bowl with water in it an floating candles. Thanks excellent video.
Jon, This was a magical video. One of your best. I love how your travel is dictated by the weather. You summed it all up with the last night's unreal sky. Definitely the best 1.5 hours I will spend today. It is so cool you see you put in the work to get out there and gain the rewards of all the beauty that nature offers. Lake Superior is unreal. Alex
@@LostLakes is there any possibility of getting your start point in rockport with pathing for the first set of islands? I would like to do a 5 day trip with my grandfather next summer to these island lakes, looks like an extremely scenic route, he loves climbing for views as well, these small peaks may add value for us. Let me know! Thanks
No problem. You can launch a canoe here: goo.gl/maps/3vC79jAGaTjfxLb49 and then cross to the islands anywhere but usually where the distance is minimized. BUT--given that I have no idea of your experience--keep in mind that this lake can be extremely dangerous to be on in any vessel and especially in an open canoe. And to make any open water crossings between islands you MUST have a dry or wet suit. The water is lethally cold even in summer and kills by incapacitation drowning in a few minutes as one's body loses control from the cold. So if you dump away from shore it can be deadly. Conditions change fast and it can be hard to plan a trip here if you don't live close because you might arrive or need to leave on a no-go day.
@@LostLakes thank you very much, and yes I promise I will over prep and then some, nothing will be pushed or chanced whatsoever. I appreciate your continuous safety conscience for everybody watching, not only myself. It translates, believe me ❤️ Thank you again, also for your work, it’s inspiring and promotes a different mindset for certain things some often overlook, I find you also help keep me focused as far as the small details of what’s really needed, where you can limit/use less/be more conservative etc, not only in camping but many aspects of day to day life. Best wishes
I truly enjoy watching your videos. I grew up in Michigan and like Canada it is gorgeous! I have to say that I ducked and swatted at the sight and sounds of those mosquitoes. Watching your videos I can see that you are a pretty cool guy and would be fun to hang around. Stay safe and thank you for sharing your adventures.
He has some good stuff! I just found his channel while watching my own on the TV and it auto played. I was surprised to find a "larger" hiking/outdoor channel!
Amazing job Jon, this video really demonstrates how far you've come with filming, editing, pace and keeping the viewer engaged. The superior videos are my favorite of yours for sure. Keep killing it brother! Viewership will really ramp up soon
Your photography and shot set-ups were EXTRA GOOD on this trip, and it made it even more enjoyable. I am disabled, and I can not get out in the wilds anymore. I live vicariously through adventures like yours. Your trip was wonderful, and I really hope you enjoyed it. I also hope your back issues stay away as well. Good portaging to you!
I started making videos for 2 reasons; in the event I myself can no longer get out there, and to share the adventures with others who can't get out there. We do a lot more messing around, but check out my channel one day (shameless channel plug 😄)
Man.. what a journey, thank you for taking us along. I was fully immersed and didn't notice time passing by. Your footage, editing, pace, storytelling, it's all superb. Thank you again and please keep at it!
I find myself completely invested with your Videos.You my friend have a talent of sharing your passion and knowledge. Love the subject matter . Keep living the Dream!!!
Of all your incredible videos, this one is the most beautiful and picturesque. I loved every rock and rock formation, every sky shot, every minute of this video!! Many thanks and congratulations on making a truly magnificent cinematic work of beauty!
First time watching one of your videos and I can't find the words to describe how amazing it was. Wow. Very proud to be a Canadian when I see what these hidden parts of our country look like. Will keep watching.
Jon your not kidding, the pure awe and wonderment of the shores of Lake Superior are truly mystical and religious. I am truly surprised Park's Ontario or Canada has not established a trail system on the islands. Such a rugged and beautiful place to explore. Your cinematography has improved leaps and bounds. That final night sky was a transformative experiance to say the least. Thanks for your continued mission to share your love and wonderment of the great outdoors. Looking forward to the next adventure Jon.
The videography excellent, scenery spectacular, your respect and admiration for nature, priceless! Approaching 85 and like the song says, "I would sail around the world, look for gold and dive for pearls, but I know, I will never get to go" and yet through your work, I can enjoy the journey! Thank you so much for what you do. I look forward to every video.
Yes! Well Jon I finally went out on Superior myself... for the first time in my life! It was mostly about exploration but did manage to catch some nice salmon from my kayak. I went south of Thunder Bay towards Minnesota in Pigeon Bay. That is my latest video. Anyway your Superior videos are some of my favourite! Such a beautiful lake. I regret not doing it sooner. I'll be exploring a couple new spots every year. Why not, it's only a couple hours drive from home 😎 Cheers!!!
A big and warm THANK, to you, John, for your skilfully video graphed great outdoor adventures and fishing trips, with your beautiful language, almost ready to be written into a book of yours, as you have uttered them! I so much appreciate your generous and friendly sharing from your outings from the remarkable most beautiful pristine Canadian wilderness and nature! God bless you and keep you together with with all your family members and loved ones! Greetings from north Europe, Sweden! 💯💝👍👌
Amazing as always John. You, Joe, and Xander all inspired me to get into canoeing, and now I can't stop! Its such an awesome adventure each time I go out. Keep up the great work!
In the video he says how much he would like to film for National Geographic but interesting enough has the natural ability to make the content and then channel himself. Amazing content and good filming/photography.
Being from the U.P. of Michigan currently living in Central Indiana. It's refreshing to see the North Side of Superior. Never have traveled up that direction - However, It is SO AWESOME to see your footage as it's a stark reminder of how much I miss home and the good old days of wintering just South of the Southern Shore. Thanks Jon !!
My Sunday just started off so much better. Another inspiring adventure. The photography in this one is second to none. Sometimes when I watch this stuff I wonder, will heaven be a let down for Jon?! If there were a separate channel of Lost Lakes drone shots and canoe bow shots, I’d probably leave that on loop on my living room TV. As an aside, in my work life I specialize in the area of joint pain and back pain. It sounds like you struggle with it a lot. If you can see my email on Buy Me a Coffee, feel free to connect. I’ll help you figure out who you should see about it if you’re not already plugged in. I looked for a way to message you directly about this but couldn’t find any.
Man I could use you! Crushed l4 and l5 disks and still fighting the insurance company to cover a surgery (just a nerve ablation through the facet). I try to still get out in the mountains every weekend though!
Beautifully done. I couldn't help seeing that you preferred using a kayak paddle with the canoe. My Dad with other engineering professors and graduate students from the University of Michigan used to take the train to river crossings on the northern shore of Lake Superior and canoe camp their way down to the lake. There were often several portages and once they got to the lake it was a long paddle back to a town on the lake.
Thanks John :) Yeah for solo, especially into the wind, I've come to much prefer the double blade. Except in whitewater where I still prefer the single blade
Our first experience with Lake Superior was at Munising. Hardly comparable to your epic outing, we did get to experience the beauty with which you regularly describe this amazing lake. We had Trout Cove on Grand Island to ourselves for an hour. We also wet our feet and skipped a few stones on the western shores of the island. Neither of us have seen such pristine waters. This is such an amazing video. We’re grateful for your dedication and tireless work to bring such incredible beauty to our lives. Be safe!! The video starting at 47:55 is stunning.
What a beautiful trip! The night sky on your last night.. gorgeous. That's the beauty of being away from city lights. I miss the Northern Lights. About 11 min in when you were in the caves, it loosely resembled an elephant drinking from the waters. You are a romantic and that's what I like about you. Thank you for sharing this with us!
After watching this all I could say is Bravo. Vlogging all these beautiful spots I’ll never seen in person is exhilarating. I think to myself how sad more people won’t see this beautiful scenery but they are through you! Thank you!
My favourite lake .What I wouldn't give to go again. I did that section of Lake Superior several years ago. It's all wonderful. I cannot resist adding to my Superior rock collection whenever I visit. I was a bit worried the waves would get you when camped under the rock overhang! Magnificent last night.
My favorite coast line...we have spent a lot of time the last 5 years exploring. We have headed to Pickle Lake for a 2 week moose hunting the last 4 years, Northern Ontario is world class beauty. Fantastic job as always John
Yes that North shore of Superior is breathtaking! I was up in Pickle Lake this spring doing some back country camping. You would drive past my home town every time you go up there. Ignace, ON on the south end of the 599. Cheers
Jon, you're truely blessed, to be able to explore such an amazing place. I'm glad you make these videos as I will never be able to do this, as I live in the UK. In my own opinion you have the best job. Keep it going, enjoy watching your well edited videos. 👌
First time i ever thought "lyrical" while watching your videos. Definitely a truly superior experience you gave us John. That was magic wrapped in magic drizzled in wonder and sprinkled with delights. Another level of filming and editing has been unveiled.
Wow your living a dream, being one with nature and seeing things that no person really gets to see. I fell in love with snowmobiling for that reason and to to love a season that most hate . You gained another subscriber.
Jon, NatGeo may have the camera skills but they don't tell a story like you do. Thanks for filling a necessary nature gap in all of our lives and connecting us with our historic roots living from the land and exploring. I totally understand your curiosity. As for those souvenir rocks you might consider incorporating them into something like furniture or a picture frame with some clear marine epoxy.
Oh Jonathan that night sky was one of the most beautiful I have ever seen, Breathtaking in every way. God really bless you for that last night of glory thank you so much for being there to share it with us. You know it's there whether anybody ever sees it or not the most amazing art so inprettable thanks again for sharing it with us. God bless you
Stunning night sky with northern lights. I've walked along Superior's shores and picked the colorful agate stones. I live along the shores of Lake Michigan and enjoy the beauty of the lake every day. What a blessing. I liked your poetic synopsis at the end.
All your videos are well done, but this one was one of my favorites. Beautiful videography as usual. What an exceptional summer exploration. As always, thanks for sharing.
Can't wait to watch all of this, im hiking the coastal trail at LSPP and the Casques Ilse trail near rossport in the next 2 weeks, you are really lucky Jon to live near such an incredible area!
What a dream trip, one day I'll do one like it I just feel it. I saw a cougar walk right through our campsite in Kenora district this summer. We caught micro perch like that too, on yozuri snap beans lures. I love those little guys.
Jon, another amazing video. All your efforts to create these masterpiece videos are appreciated!! Your trips along Superior are my favorites and I always look forward to watching your content. Spending time in that area and becoming fully aware of your surroundings and everything in nature is truly a religious experience. What an amazing last night….it must have been hard to sleep after that.
What a beautiful area, 40 years ago l explored the same areas with my soul mate. Natural areas like that shout out in a loud voice to the Almighty and his wisdom. Thank you for letting us relive our old stomping grounds.
"Everyone else is fired." LOL! Really loved the star gazing and of course the borealis. Also loved seeing all those iris' going off on that inland lake where you saw the bull moose. Thanks for the video. Top notch as always sir.
21:37 prrof that Earth isn't flat! Awsome Adventure Jon, jaw dropping scenery, great food and a great person showing us nature as few of us can see. Thank you.
Jon I am a bit envious, so much canoeing opportunities, great camping and fishing! Great video young man. Looking forward to the next. Tell Erin hi and miss her sharing your trips.
What an amazing world. As I am older now I realize that once I am gone, this world continues on with the wild animals and the trees and all the rest. To be enjoyred by future generations to come. I really appreciate your videos because my days of doing this kind of thing are pretty well over. I can see now what I always wanted to see. I spent a coupe of years in the early 80`s in Thunder bay going to Lakehead university but never had a chance to explore like this. Thanks for the great videos.
Wow! Well done. Thanks again for taking us there with you. Your shots and audio are on point. I wish more people took the time to be quite and just listen, especially in the place you were/are. You are an inspiration and wish you the best with your Jontario mining company.😆
Well Jon, that was wonderful and amazing. Absolutely loved that magical night/morning with all the amazing skies. The gorgeous stones and the caves plus everything else. No wonder you love it so much. Thanks for sharing your experience,that’s what these utube videos are about from my perspective. So grateful for your picture stories and your heartfelt commentary. Wendy
@lostlakes Jon And Erin your videos are amazing. Your Love for Nature and protecting it is as deep as mine. I wanted to tell you Thank You for all the great content which i watch over and over again. Keep those videos coming. Also wanted to wish you both a Happy and Peacefull Holiday Season. We all Love you guys. Your awesome !!! Mike
Jon, I am so very grateful for your videos. I own my own videography business so I spend most days at my home office editing videos. I watch your videos while I am editing and it helps immensely. Thanks for taking us along on your amazing travels. Your wanderlust is inspiring. Keep living your passion.
Editing is truly the most dreaded part of making videos! I have an editor for my channel. He prefers music overlay though my preferred format is raw sound. If it keeps me away from the computer for days on end per video, I will take it. I keep all the raw footage in the event I want to ever recut my own though. Up to 32 TB on the hard drives now.
@@AnythingOutdoorswithSteve I had to look at what you have on your channel and can understand the editor. There's a couple of questions that needs to be answered when it comes to sound: Does it add to the story? Is it interesting? Is the audio of good technical quality, so that it can add to the story instead of distract from it? If you're serious about video, sound quality is a vital but hidden (thus often forgotten) part of it.
I'm a traveler myself. I'm older now, and my body still craves the move. Damn body can't cash the checks it once did. Your videos sweep me away, at times when this body tethers me. Thank you
I've only very recently found your winter videos online and have had such a throwback to my much earlier days of canoeing, fishing, cooking, portaging, backpacking etc. that I want to do it all over again. You are an inspiration and an amazing photographer and storey teller with a dry wit.
IS SUPERIOR THE WORLD'S BIGGEST LAKE?
1:28:11 Superior is the world's biggest freshwater lake by surface area. Caspian Sea is bigger but it's just a part of the ocean that got disconnected and now has 1/3 of the salinity so I feel iffy about its classification as a lake. Some would argue that it's Lake Baikal which is much deeper and with more volume (though way less surface area) but that's not much good unless you own a submarine. "World's largest freshwater lake on earth by surface area" doesn't work in a title.
Superior wins
im heading out to North Frontenac common camping spots. Lemme know if u wanna join :)Good times fishing and chilling in local ontario.
Crushing it dude! Great film
@@JimBairdAdventurer thanks again Jim! Really appreciate it
Bykal is bigger and deeper...
“I suffered another injury however. I sacked myself swatting a mosquito”. Best line of the video Jon. That beaver dam was a good size. Neat trip. Like another world out there on those islands it seems.
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I'd go with "you have Scotch?"
You just reminded me of something: When I hiked the Appalachian Trail almost 30 years ago, I got to a shelter in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. Biting gnats had been bothering all of us since we left Georgia. I went down to the stream pool water source, from the shelter to purify my night's supply of water for drinking and cooking. As I reached the pond, the gnats covered me from head to toe. It was miserable. Soon after, as my food was cooking, I wrote a limerick in the trail shelter logbook. It went,
"The gnats are a problem, don't scoff.
You need Deet, or some kind of Off.
One little pesticle
Bit my left testicle
And now I am REALLY PISSED OFF!"
A few monster hikers caught up to me and said they died laughing at my log post, and looked forward to catching up to meet me. They suffered the same thing as me. And appreciated my humor. I replied, "It's all what we make it. Gotta keep the goal in mind and laugh about the irritating stuff."
Those guys finished. I didn't, because of a family event I stopped and got off the trail for. One day before I crap out, maybe, I'll hike the trail again. And finish.
@@MissionaryInMexico hard enough to find a ryme for testicle!
***A LOT OF PEOPLE MYSELF INCLUDED*** would be curious to see you actually Prepare your food and hear you tell us about HOW you packaged your MEATS and how you pre prepared your food for travel . We Like to see how things are done as far as Packing Storing Cooking food for 1, 2, 3 or more weeks.
Your content is just "superior," literally! It just puts me at peace and in such a wonderful mood. You should consider turning your videos into Imax form. It would be splendid to see. With the music you add and the sound effects coming from the lake, birds, etc, it would be a hit. Thank you for letting me live my dreams vicariously through you. As a fellow nature lover, where I live, we don't have too many beautiful places like this. You truly are a master of your crafts, John.
Truly appreciate that Mikey!
Some people go to Disneyland and talk about the “magic” but these views and experiences on Superior were what I consider “magical”. Very well done, professional grade vid. I loved this!
I dread the suggestion of Disneyland! Give me an alpine lake and colorful sunset, that is truly the adventure.
Your videography and storytelling are wonderful! I especially enjoy the closeups of flowers and critters. You carried me back nearly a half century to my younger days exploring the lakes and streams of southern Yukon and northern B.C. in my Folbot. I can barely walk now, and my eyesight is so poor I can hardly make out a squirrel in a tree, much less the stars on a clear night. But on my large computer monitor and speakers, your video brings to me the sights and sounds of nature I so love. The call of the loon, the slap of a beaver's tail, the lap of water on a rocky shore, wind in the canopy, the roar of breakers on a troubled lake. Thank you for enriching my life!
I also appreciate your setting a good example of managing risk. Adventures are much more rewarding when you survive them. Hopefully your example will encourage young adventurers to exercise better judgement and live longer to share their tales.
This was the first video of yours I have come across, but I certainly look forward to watching more. And, I will watch this one again. I was delighted to take the opportunity to subscribe. May your excursions be many, safe, and rewarding. May your memories be warm and satisfying, and may you always have someone you love, and who loves you, to share them with.
Thank you, Fred Cox for such a rewarding writings of yours! Not native English speaker I just agree to every single word you have written above and truly you are telling almost every thought I also have thought during watching this amazing videography of John! I love his fine tuned verbal describing and story telling along his voyage and his language are a delight to listen to! Thank you so very much, sir, for taking your time to writing all this beautiful acknowledgement to honor John for his excellent job to capture his trip! God bless you both! Best regards from Sweden! 💯 👌 👍💝💝💝💖💝💝💝 👍
Man! Thank you for the norther light and what you do. I rather watch your videos than watching TV just junk on TV. THANKS !
Thank you!
I dont take medication for my anxiety. I just watch lost lakes ! Thanks
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It's no wonder why it's called Superior. Truly awe inspiring. Thanks Jon.
@Egon Musk Sharp as a tack buddy.
This title for a youtube video just appeared in my mind. Not sure if I came up with it myself or if I heard it somewhere, but here it is:
Camping on an island on a lake that is on a island on a lake !! wuut 🙂
Thank You 😊 I enjoyed that very much. Will never make it there. Old and crippled now. I also watch a lot of this content and no ones been in touch with Mother Earth like you did . Your Love for Her came thru your video work. In the end I felt "" I "" had "" Finally been there . 🌺
YES!!! Sunday rainy mornings and some new lost lakes. Time to watch this on the big tv
Easily one of your best yet! You're videos are so solid its hard to keep up
Thanks brother ☺️☺️
Hey Jon, Dave here from Newfoundland, awesome stuff. I was having a hard time with my lower back, and ended up trying daily core workouts and it has changed my life. Getting a strong core is the foundation of a strong body, and therefore a strong mind. Cheers buddy. Keep up the good content.
Thanks for this Dave. Someone gave me a book called "Foundation" which I believe speaks to the same but it's large and I haven't read it yet...you're motivating me though, thanks man
Bravo! Another soothing therapeutic video. Im sure you have thought if this before, but i hope you know your videos help others with maybe depression, mental illnesses. These videos put one at peace. Thanks jon.
Greatly appreciate that Dave 💚
Having lived and grown up in Michigan till the military life at 18 in 1974, just listening to the sounds, and water against the canoe, the Loons, the breeze...I can actually smell the water and the environment...I sure miss those shores. Thank-you for your video...awesome. Proxy Miner Vote "Love IT", chuckles.
Hahah much appreciated Chinta :)
Being a Minnesotan, Superior has been a part of my life since i was a wee little child😂 i love it the shorline is beautiful
You continue to out do yourself. Love this trip, photography and music exceptional. My parents took us kids to lakes in Canada in the late 50's. Portaging between lakes, big fish moose, memories. I'm now 70 and can no longer even dream of doing what you do. So I can watch you continue to deliver outstanding content, good on you. Whats up with Erin? We miss her. Oh and some of the funniest parts are your short conversations with yourself.
David and Peggy
Greatly appreciate that David & Peggy 💚 We did an 11-day trip in August which I'm editing this very moment :) Should be up in a few weeks
I almost seldom leave comments on any videos. However, I am so grateful that you take us along on your adventures so we can take in the scenery that we may otherwise ever see. You make so many ppl happy. Your stories, scenery, everything is so fantastic!! Nothing is more satisfying than discovering that you have a new video uploaded. There are other channels that can compete with the beauty that your videography manages to capture. Thank you, Jon!!!
Agree 💯
I just found his channel while watching my own on the TV (best way to watch these type except you can't comment or like) and it showed up on the suggested feed. He does have some great video! Hopefully when I grow up I can compete 😄
Appreciate that so much Darrah! 💚
Dude! I live in thunder Bay and my wife and I had the privilege of renting a canoe and driving to sleeping giant putting in at silver isle and checking out the sea lion. Epic. I told her I saw you on UA-cam camping out along the shores. I gotta say you definitely inspired me to get out there so your content is much appreciated!! I'll be right behind ya!! Beautiful photography!
Nice! I was going to try Silver Islet this summer in my kayak but settled for Pigeon Bay instead. I live in Atikokan so it was a little closer drive. It was a good day, landed a couple salmon. Cheers
Love to hear that man, thank you!
That sounds so fun.
choice of music for this was really subtle and beautiful. I know you work hard on these and I truly appreciate all that you do.
Wow, John, WOW!!!!
What a wonderful trip! Thank you for doing what you do.
I’m from Michigan and have always been in love with Lake Superior, but you are capturing what I’ll never see in person. You are perfecting your skills and those who watch are benefiting from your dedication.
Nat Geo can’t hold a candle to what I just watched. Again…thank you!
Appreciate that so much Angel 💚💚
That was SO beautiful! All those rock cliffs, northern lights, sunsets and sunrises, beautiful flowers and caves. I collect rock an every one of them would go home with me. I have a old washtub for a table outside an i have small rocks on half of it. I do sit out there an play with them a look at them every day. Yep I'm pretty strange. You can put them in a glass bowl with water in it an floating candles. Thanks excellent video.
Jon,
This was a magical video. One of your best. I love how your travel is dictated by the weather. You summed it all up with the last night's unreal sky. Definitely the best 1.5 hours I will spend today. It is so cool you see you put in the work to get out there and gain the rewards of all the beauty that nature offers. Lake Superior is unreal.
Alex
Really appreciate that Alex 💚
@@LostLakes is there any possibility of getting your start point in rockport with pathing for the first set of islands? I would like to do a 5 day trip with my grandfather next summer to these island lakes, looks like an extremely scenic route, he loves climbing for views as well, these small peaks may add value for us. Let me know! Thanks
No problem. You can launch a canoe here: goo.gl/maps/3vC79jAGaTjfxLb49 and then cross to the islands anywhere but usually where the distance is minimized. BUT--given that I have no idea of your experience--keep in mind that this lake can be extremely dangerous to be on in any vessel and especially in an open canoe. And to make any open water crossings between islands you MUST have a dry or wet suit. The water is lethally cold even in summer and kills by incapacitation drowning in a few minutes as one's body loses control from the cold. So if you dump away from shore it can be deadly. Conditions change fast and it can be hard to plan a trip here if you don't live close because you might arrive or need to leave on a no-go day.
@@LostLakes thank you very much, and yes I promise I will over prep and then some, nothing will be pushed or chanced whatsoever.
I appreciate your continuous safety conscience for everybody watching, not only myself. It translates, believe me ❤️
Thank you again, also for your work, it’s inspiring and promotes a different mindset for certain things some often overlook, I find you also help keep me focused as far as the small details of what’s really needed, where you can limit/use less/be more conservative etc, not only in camping but many aspects of day to day life.
Best wishes
I truly enjoy watching your videos. I grew up in Michigan and like Canada it is gorgeous! I have to say that I ducked and swatted at the sight and sounds of those mosquitoes. Watching your videos I can see that you are a pretty cool guy and would be fun to hang around. Stay safe and thank you for sharing your adventures.
Haha hope you're not scratching your phantom bites. Thanks a lot Tina :)
He has some good stuff! I just found his channel while watching my own on the TV and it auto played. I was surprised to find a "larger" hiking/outdoor channel!
Amazing job Jon, this video really demonstrates how far you've come with filming, editing, pace and keeping the viewer engaged. The superior videos are my favorite of yours for sure. Keep killing it brother! Viewership will really ramp up soon
Thanks so much Mack :)
The magnificent stars, northern lights and beaver slapping it's tail..magic indeed. Thanks John.
Your photography and shot set-ups were EXTRA GOOD on this trip, and it made it even more enjoyable. I am disabled, and I can not get out in the wilds anymore. I live vicariously through adventures like yours. Your trip was wonderful, and I really hope you enjoyed it. I also hope your back issues stay away as well. Good portaging to you!
Really appreciate that 💚
I started making videos for 2 reasons; in the event I myself can no longer get out there, and to share the adventures with others who can't get out there. We do a lot more messing around, but check out my channel one day (shameless channel plug 😄)
Just like the trout and the pike, im hooked. Cant get enough.
Man.. what a journey, thank you for taking us along. I was fully immersed and didn't notice time passing by. Your footage, editing, pace, storytelling, it's all superb. Thank you again and please keep at it!
Truly appreciate that! 💚
I find myself completely invested with your Videos.You my friend have a talent of sharing your passion and knowledge. Love the subject matter . Keep living the Dream!!!
Of all your incredible videos, this one is the most beautiful and picturesque. I loved every rock and rock formation, every sky shot, every minute of this video!! Many thanks and congratulations on making a truly magnificent cinematic work of beauty!
Thank you so much Pete!
Heaven on Earth, Jon. Thank you for showing us this glimpse.
First time watching one of your videos and I can't find the words to describe how amazing it was. Wow. Very proud to be a Canadian when I see what these hidden parts of our country look like. Will keep watching.
Beautiful. I am so grateful to be li ch ing and paddling this amazing country. Great video, loved it!
Jon your not kidding, the pure awe and wonderment of the shores of Lake Superior are truly mystical and religious.
I am truly surprised Park's Ontario or Canada has not established a trail system on the islands. Such a rugged and beautiful place to explore.
Your cinematography has improved leaps and bounds. That final night sky was a transformative experiance to say the least.
Thanks for your continued mission to share your love and wonderment of the great outdoors. Looking forward to the next adventure Jon.
This was a movie. Absolutely beautiful. Great work.
Thank you so much!
The videography excellent, scenery spectacular, your respect and admiration for nature, priceless! Approaching 85 and like the song says, "I would sail around the world, look for gold and dive for pearls, but I know, I will never get to go" and yet through your work, I can enjoy the journey! Thank you so much for what you do. I look forward to every video.
Truly appreciate that Deanna 💚
Jon you captured so much beauty and awe inspiring scenery.
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Yes! Well Jon I finally went out on Superior myself... for the first time in my life! It was mostly about exploration but did manage to catch some nice salmon from my kayak. I went south of Thunder Bay towards Minnesota in Pigeon Bay. That is my latest video. Anyway your Superior videos are some of my favourite! Such a beautiful lake. I regret not doing it sooner. I'll be exploring a couple new spots every year. Why not, it's only a couple hours drive from home 😎 Cheers!!!
Right on Joe, you've got the bug now man
A big and warm THANK, to you, John, for your skilfully video graphed great outdoor adventures and fishing trips, with your beautiful language, almost ready to be written into a book of yours, as you have uttered them! I so much appreciate your generous and friendly sharing from your outings from the remarkable most beautiful pristine Canadian wilderness and nature! God bless you and keep you together with with all your family members and loved ones! Greetings from north Europe, Sweden! 💯💝👍👌
Amazing as always John. You, Joe, and Xander all inspired me to get into canoeing, and now I can't stop! Its such an awesome adventure each time I go out. Keep up the great work!
Love to hear that Brian, thank you! 💚
In the video he says how much he would like to film for National Geographic but interesting enough has the natural ability to make the content and then channel himself. Amazing content and good filming/photography.
Being from the U.P. of Michigan currently living in Central Indiana. It's refreshing to see the North Side of Superior. Never have traveled up that direction - However, It is SO AWESOME to see your footage as it's a stark reminder of how much I miss home and the good old days of wintering just South of the Southern Shore. Thanks Jon !!
Much appreciated Troy!
Your words at the end of the video were 'magical'...matched your surroundings.
My Sunday just started off so much better. Another inspiring adventure. The photography in this one is second to none. Sometimes when I watch this stuff I wonder, will heaven be a let down for Jon?!
If there were a separate channel of Lost Lakes drone shots and canoe bow shots, I’d probably leave that on loop on my living room TV.
As an aside, in my work life I specialize in the area of joint pain and back pain. It sounds like you struggle with it a lot. If you can see my email on Buy Me a Coffee, feel free to connect. I’ll help you figure out who you should see about it if you’re not already plugged in. I looked for a way to message you directly about this but couldn’t find any.
Thanks so much Sean 💚 I'll shoot you an email now
Man I could use you! Crushed l4 and l5 disks and still fighting the insurance company to cover a surgery (just a nerve ablation through the facet). I try to still get out in the mountains every weekend though!
Fantastic, you really conveyed your experience to me, I have great admiration of all your trips.
Love the bump in resolution to 4k. It really does add to the viewing experiencing for us audience :). Appreciate it! Keep up the amazing content!
Much appreciated Eugene! :)
This is wonderful. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. I love the eye you bring to the filming.
Really appreciate that :)
Beautifully done. I couldn't help seeing that you preferred using a kayak paddle with the canoe. My Dad with other engineering professors and graduate students from the University of Michigan used to take the train to river crossings on the northern shore of Lake Superior and canoe camp their way down to the lake. There were often several portages and once they got to the lake it was a long paddle back to a town on the lake.
Thanks John :) Yeah for solo, especially into the wind, I've come to much prefer the double blade. Except in whitewater where I still prefer the single blade
Our first experience with Lake Superior was at Munising. Hardly comparable to your epic outing, we did get to experience the beauty with which you regularly describe this amazing lake. We had Trout Cove on Grand Island to ourselves for an hour. We also wet our feet and skipped a few stones on the western shores of the island. Neither of us have seen such pristine waters.
This is such an amazing video. We’re grateful for your dedication and tireless work to bring such incredible beauty to our lives. Be safe!! The video starting at 47:55 is stunning.
Really appreciate that
What a beautiful trip! The night sky on your last night.. gorgeous. That's the beauty of being away from city lights. I miss the Northern Lights. About 11 min in when you were in the caves, it loosely resembled an elephant drinking from the waters. You are a romantic and that's what I like about you. Thank you for sharing this with us!
After watching this all I could say is Bravo. Vlogging all these beautiful spots I’ll never seen in person is exhilarating. I think to myself how sad more people won’t see this beautiful scenery but they are through you! Thank you!
Thank you so much Joy!
Thw weather in Ontario has been beautiful this summer. Thanks for capturing this footage
You are magic Jon, thanks again for another amazing video and bringing us along on your adventure, keep up the great work!
My favourite lake .What I wouldn't give to go again. I did that section of Lake Superior several years ago. It's all wonderful. I cannot resist adding to my Superior rock collection whenever I visit. I was a bit worried the waves would get you when camped under the rock overhang! Magnificent last night.
My favorite coast line...we have spent a lot of time the last 5 years exploring. We have headed to Pickle Lake for a 2 week moose hunting the last 4 years, Northern Ontario is world class beauty.
Fantastic job as always John
It's paradise :) Thanks a lot Steve
Yes that North shore of Superior is breathtaking! I was up in Pickle Lake this spring doing some back country camping. You would drive past my home town every time you go up there. Ignace, ON on the south end of the 599. Cheers
Absolutely beautiful. Growing up in northern Minnesota spent time on the north shore of lake superior.
Wow! Stunning shores. What a lake, it is superior. 🙌
Took me a minute, but I’m definitely “hooked” on this channel.
Jon, you're truely blessed, to be able to explore such an amazing place. I'm glad you make these videos as I will never be able to do this, as I live in the UK. In my own opinion you have the best job. Keep it going, enjoy watching your well edited videos. 👌
Thanks a bunch Anthony, I'm a very, very lucky guy
First time i ever thought "lyrical" while watching your videos. Definitely a truly superior experience you gave us John. That was magic wrapped in magic drizzled in wonder and sprinkled with delights. Another level of filming and editing has been unveiled.
Is there something that the eyes can’t see that you look for with these adventures?
Wow your living a dream, being one with nature and seeing things that no person really gets to see. I fell in love with snowmobiling for that reason and to to love a season that most hate . You gained another subscriber.
Jon this is such a great video. Thank you for always making my life fuller. I’m not sure you know how much joy you bring to people.
Truly appreciate all your kindness ÐƦǻꀨꋊōḝÐ 💚💚
Jon, NatGeo may have the camera skills but they don't tell a story like you do. Thanks for filling a necessary nature gap in all of our lives and connecting us with our historic roots living from the land and exploring. I totally understand your curiosity. As for those souvenir rocks you might consider incorporating them into something like furniture or a picture frame with some clear marine epoxy.
Simply amazing thank you for sharing this with us
Oh Jonathan that night sky was one of the most beautiful I have ever seen, Breathtaking in every way. God really bless you for that last night of glory thank you so much for being there to share it with us. You know it's there whether anybody ever sees it or not the most amazing art so inprettable thanks again for sharing it with us. God bless you
Thank you so much Teri! 💚
Nice one Jon!! Just what I need here today on wet & windy west coast of Ireland a good lostlake binge 👍
Right on, thanks Tony!
Stunning night sky with northern lights. I've walked along Superior's shores and picked the colorful agate stones. I live along the shores of Lake Michigan and enjoy the beauty of the lake every day. What a blessing. I liked your poetic synopsis at the end.
All your videos are well done, but this one was one of my favorites. Beautiful videography as usual. What an exceptional summer exploration. As always, thanks for sharing.
Really appreciate that SBG
The water so clear and beautiful
Can't wait to watch all of this, im hiking the coastal trail at LSPP and the Casques Ilse trail near rossport in the next 2 weeks, you are really lucky Jon to live near such an incredible area!
Sweet. Making some good video content? I cant wait to see that! I haven't hiked the Casques trails yet. It's on my list.
@@differentfins Definitely joe! can't wait to share it, hopefully I can edit the footage before years end if i'm not too busy, Cheers!
What a dream trip, one day I'll do one like it I just feel it. I saw a cougar walk right through our campsite in Kenora district this summer. We caught micro perch like that too, on yozuri snap beans lures. I love those little guys.
Wow that's amazing!
Jon, another amazing video. All your efforts to create these masterpiece videos are appreciated!! Your trips along Superior are my favorites and I always look forward to watching your content. Spending time in that area and becoming fully aware of your surroundings and everything in nature is truly a religious experience. What an amazing last night….it must have been hard to sleep after that.
Thank you so much IM! It was indeed...especially wondering if the lights might kick up again :)
Your Superior videos are always magical. I would watch them endlessly. What a special place and such a perfect night to end your journey. Thank you.
Love the chill vibes every time my man, take it easy with us :)
Wish we had this kind of wild in Nebraska… alas, everything is farmed right up to the water’s edge. Navigable but hardly remote. You are blessed.
Awesome photography, Awesome scenery, Awesome trip
N. E. U. S. A.
Thanks a lot Sam
Another great trip and what a fantastic place to be wind bound.
1:25:04 is outstanding!!
Love that you do longer videos and longer trips. These are the best imo.
Bom dia amigo!! lugar lindo!! felicidades!!👍😘😍
What a beautiful area, 40 years ago l explored the same areas with my soul mate. Natural areas like that shout out in a loud voice to the Almighty and his wisdom. Thank you for letting us relive our old stomping grounds.
You just fired me!? You can't fire me I quit.
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"Everyone else is fired." LOL! Really loved the star gazing and of course the borealis. Also loved seeing all those iris' going off on that inland lake where you saw the bull moose. Thanks for the video. Top notch as always sir.
Hahah thanks so much Shane :)
I don't see Littlefoot.
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21:37 prrof that Earth isn't flat! Awsome Adventure Jon, jaw dropping scenery, great food and a great person showing us nature as few of us can see. Thank you.
Much appreciated!
Jon I am a bit envious, so much canoeing opportunities, great camping and fishing! Great video young man. Looking forward to the next. Tell Erin hi and miss her sharing your trips.
Thanks a lot Mark :) Working on an 11-day trip with Erin right now
What an amazing world. As I am older now I realize that once I am gone, this world continues on with the wild animals and the trees and all the rest. To be enjoyred by future generations to come. I really appreciate your videos because my days of doing this kind of thing are pretty well over. I can see now what I always wanted to see. I spent a coupe of years in the early 80`s in Thunder bay going to Lakehead university but never had a chance to explore like this. Thanks for the great videos.
Really appreciate that 💚 It is truly amazing
Thanks for bringing this to my living room. I understand the silence and awe.
Finally 4K - Thanks, this makes your journeys even more enjoyable!
Wow! Well done. Thanks again for taking us there with you. Your shots and audio are on point. I wish more people took the time to be quite and just listen, especially in the place you were/are. You are an inspiration and wish you the best with your Jontario mining company.😆
Well Jon, that was wonderful and amazing. Absolutely loved that magical night/morning with all the amazing skies. The gorgeous stones and the caves plus everything else. No wonder you love it so much. Thanks for sharing your experience,that’s what these utube videos are about from my perspective. So grateful for your picture stories and your heartfelt commentary. Wendy
@lostlakes Jon And Erin your videos are amazing. Your Love for Nature and protecting it is as deep as mine. I wanted to tell you Thank You for all the great content which i watch over and over again. Keep those videos coming. Also wanted to wish you both a Happy and Peacefull Holiday Season. We all Love you guys. Your awesome !!! Mike
Thanks so much Mike and same to you! 💚❤️
Jon, I am so very grateful for your videos. I own my own videography business so I spend most days at my home office editing videos. I watch your videos while I am editing and it helps immensely. Thanks for taking us along on your amazing travels. Your wanderlust is inspiring. Keep living your passion.
Editing is truly the most dreaded part of making videos! I have an editor for my channel. He prefers music overlay though my preferred format is raw sound. If it keeps me away from the computer for days on end per video, I will take it. I keep all the raw footage in the event I want to ever recut my own though. Up to 32 TB on the hard drives now.
@@AnythingOutdoorswithSteve I had to look at what you have on your channel and can understand the editor. There's a couple of questions that needs to be answered when it comes to sound: Does it add to the story? Is it interesting? Is the audio of good technical quality, so that it can add to the story instead of distract from it? If you're serious about video, sound quality is a vital but hidden (thus often forgotten) part of it.
I'm a traveler myself. I'm older now, and my body still craves the move. Damn body can't cash the checks it once did. Your videos sweep me away, at times when this body tethers me. Thank you
I feel for you my friend...thanks for joining me :)
Beautiful, thanks for taking me...
That night sky at the end was unreal.
I've only very recently found your winter videos online and have had such a throwback to my much earlier days of canoeing, fishing, cooking, portaging, backpacking etc. that I want to do it all over again. You are an inspiration and an amazing photographer and storey teller with a dry wit.
Truly appreciate that Clarence 💚
The rocks at38:17 remind me of the rocks at the giants causeway Ireland,beautiful video,we are blessed to live in Canada!🇨🇦👍