This is Why I Chase Mountains...

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  • Опубліковано 16 січ 2023
  • Returning to my home of Tasmania after nearly 5 years overseas, I revisited the place where I fell in love with the mountains. I took the opportunity to reflect on what I've done and where I'm going. I took the time away from UA-cam to discover the purpose behind what I do.
    I hope you enjoy a little insight into my past. Thanks for being patient and supportive whilst I had a little break.
    I got back to my roots and I'm feeling very excited for whats to come in 2023.
    Special Thanks to my Jess (Wild Bonde) for the help in making this short film.
    Check him out here: / wildbonde
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  • @swqueep
    @swqueep Рік тому +14

    I moved to Tasmania from Western Australia late last year to push myself to get out and climb mountains every week. I’ve been loving it. Thanks for the inspiration mate.

  • @davidbaer394
    @davidbaer394 Рік тому +23

    Great personal statement. I love the " be the person who picks up the phone", someone must provide the momentum.
    I would enjoy hearing your path from there to Barcelona and the Pyrenees. I discovered Torla-Ordessa a few years ago and was enchanted.

  • @eamonsrockymountainadventu2296
    @eamonsrockymountainadventu2296 Рік тому +12

    Awesome video Chase, glad we got to hear your story. I've been doing the mountainproof ankles program now for 11 weeks and I can't thank you enough. My ankles feel so much more stable and I've regained a lot of confidence because of it.
    Just a thought on Mentors. You are absolutely right, they are hard to find. I learned nearly everything I know about the outdoors from youtube and first hand experience. It is not impossible to be a self taught outdoorsman. I remember when I was in my mid teens and I would day dream about becoming a real adventurer and going on expeditions into the wilderness. I've now become that person I imagined myself becoming as a kid and I was able to do it on my own. It just goes to show that if you want something bad enough you can obtain it if you put in the time, energy, and in the case of mountains: footwork.

  • @doriswlongAgoandfarAway
    @doriswlongAgoandfarAway Рік тому

    We gave a wonderful group in Colorado - The Colorado Mountain Club - but even with that I benefit a lot from your channel. Thank you so very much.

  • @Rigus208
    @Rigus208 Рік тому +14

    Chase , you are my inspiration for staying healthy, I’m not too old to mountain climb, just to inexperience. However you have made me love hiking backpack and thank you. Keep up the good work, stay strong.👍😇🇺🇸

  • @kashhelp2372
    @kashhelp2372 Рік тому

    In last 5 years I have been to Tasmania twice ....what an amazing place.....

  • @skyblue-lb9kr
    @skyblue-lb9kr Рік тому

    Thanks for the call! It's time to start training for spring.
    A few new pieces of gear and maybe even a new canine companion...

  • @Longtack55
    @Longtack55 Рік тому

    My motivation is continuing good health and doing what my sweetheart and I enjoy, plus my disability benefits enormously. We had six hours to Mt Arthur hut then Lodestone yesterday

  • @zahavailan3782
    @zahavailan3782 10 місяців тому

    Beautiful may God bless you on your adventures and may He bring you super close to Him and His creations

  • @hannahv8903
    @hannahv8903 Рік тому +5

    Wonderful sentiments ❤️ I’ve been bush walking all my life and am working up at Cradle now, special place to get to live and work ☺️

  • @feetunes
    @feetunes Рік тому +5

    Lovely personal video. And a great call out to all of us to take responsibility not just for ourselves, and not just in the outdoor life (that's not my calling) but for others too, and in many walks of life.
    Brilliant thing your building. I'm going to be diving more full into your elements program shortly, but I really feel the difference in the work I've already done since I discovered your vids. Recommended, for anybody who's reading and wants to have a stronger and, specifically, a more flexible, functional body. I think Chase is the best online.

  • @notnyldier7150
    @notnyldier7150 11 місяців тому

    As someone who had the privilege of calling Tasmania home for several years, my love for that place runs deep. Even now, long after leaving, whenever I stumble upon images or footage of its magnificent wilderness, my heart swells with emotions. It's a bittersweet mixture of nostalgia, longing, and an overwhelming sense of peace that is truly beyond words.
    There's an enchantment about Tasmania's wilderness that captures my soul in ways I can hardly describe. I know it's a cliche but It's as if the very essence of nature's raw beauty jolts me back into an indescribable tranquillity. In those moments, I feel a profound connection to something greater than myself, something that washes away the trivialities of the frenzied rat race I find myself entangled in once again.
    Tassie, I hope to reunite with you someday and experience your magic once again.

  • @AaronGrayOutdoors
    @AaronGrayOutdoors Рік тому +1

    I just got back from doing the Southern Ranges in SW Tasmania. Absolutely love Tasmania, my favourite spot! Glad to hear it all started at Cradle Mountain for you. Cheers!

  • @michaelcapeless3268
    @michaelcapeless3268 Рік тому +2

    VERY lucky for you that you got back into it -- life-changing, that's for sure - was for me, too... life ENRICHING, to be precise. Thanks for the reminders.

  • @DavidShephard
    @DavidShephard Рік тому +2

    Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing. I discovered your channel during the pandemic and have used many of the tips and tricks you have shared over the years. Hiking has become a healthy obsession for me. People, both young and old could use more inspirational leaders like you in their lives. And “The Outdoors” could certainly use more ambassadors like you. I wish you the best of luck on your journey, your mission is timely and noble.

  • @vdaryani
    @vdaryani Рік тому

    Amazing narration...
    Fabulous camerawork...
    Much more than that.. color grading is top notch

  • @pauljones5066
    @pauljones5066 Рік тому +2

    you are inspiring. somewhat fitter and younger than me, but there is hope yet

  • @donners66
    @donners66 Рік тому +1

    Ah… Cradle ❤
    Lovely story Chase. I was much the same. Took me an eon to realise the outdoors is who I am.
    I feel like I’m so far back from being able to do what I want and need. I’ve walked out the proverbial front door and I’m on my way 😊

  • @jhansolo2210
    @jhansolo2210 10 місяців тому

    Holy shit you just spoke to my SOUL bro. Loving the content, keep it up fella.

  • @marcushecht
    @marcushecht Рік тому +2

    Outstanding, Chase. I feel every bit of this video in my soul with similar life experiences. Bravo for highlighting these perspectives on outdoor life from a holistic view, it’s healthy & inspiring.

  • @TatevHayrapetyan
    @TatevHayrapetyan 5 місяців тому

    Getting ready for my first Kili and landed here. Love the videos and the energy. Keep chasing ❤

  • @omrigi
    @omrigi Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing this story ❤

  • @lenisteingen3036
    @lenisteingen3036 Рік тому

    The thoughts you share here resonate with me a lot. Thank you!

  • @MarkPharaoh
    @MarkPharaoh Рік тому

    Oh man, did a multi week trip to Tasmania, loved doing the overland track.

  • @Vicentecarmonagonza
    @Vicentecarmonagonza Рік тому +1

    Beautiful story!!! I felt quite identify with you. Mountains had the same effect in my life, in how I feel today inside.

  • @juliascheumer6700
    @juliascheumer6700 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for the wake up call! Made me burst in tears right away.

  • @woutermolevelt1507
    @woutermolevelt1507 Рік тому

    I doubt I will ever get to see the Cradle Mountains though I love that wild nature and weather. Like you I ended up in Barcelona and go look for adventure here .. mostly I make the plans and wander off alone which I have done since being a kid. Nice honoust message!!

  • @mlraub2010
    @mlraub2010 9 місяців тому

    Good one Chase. Found you by looking for trekking pole use. Im in my mid 60s now and decided maybe they might be useful. This video speaks to me and my love of nature since I was a kid. Cheers mate!

  • @adrienkulig
    @adrienkulig Рік тому +2

    Merci Chase, great inspiration! Hope to see you on the summit one day :)

  • @vmm44
    @vmm44 Рік тому

    Chase, your smile when you first started talking about your first hike. I know the feeling...Love your videos - thank-you. for sharing. I agree - nothing like it.

  • @Spacegoat92
    @Spacegoat92 Рік тому

    The Nebelhorn in the Bavarian Alps back in 2012. It wasn't my first hike, but it was the one that infected me with the hiking virus. The one that made me say "I need this in my life"...

  • @pepperbrett
    @pepperbrett Рік тому

    I relate to this so much... My "place of awakening" was Cathedral Peak in the Drakensberg mountains of South Africa. I too wish I had a mentor but at 35 I'm rediscovering the call to adventure!

  • @stephenfletcher6464
    @stephenfletcher6464 Рік тому

    I love living in Tasmania pushing myself at 55.....your knowledge and skills have helped me get back on the trial specifically knee strength

  • @antayl703
    @antayl703 Рік тому

    Wow, ths video has motivated me to be more adventurous and me being an 18 year old guy, I think I will be that guy that rgansess and inspired adventure in other people. Thanks man. This might just have changed my way of doing things

  • @PDogB
    @PDogB Рік тому

    Always looking forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing!

  • @Wildbonde
    @Wildbonde Рік тому +1

    An important reminder to be the person to pick up the phone and help get people outdoors! Awesome piece here mate 👏🏼 and good job warping my shaking hands 😂

    • @ChaseMountains
      @ChaseMountains  Рік тому

      Would you believe that I didn’t use warp stabilizer at all? You’re steadier than you think! Plus I kinda like it

  • @theawakenedheart8783
    @theawakenedheart8783 Рік тому

    Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @rozmcgarry7688
    @rozmcgarry7688 Рік тому

    Aw, made me pure emotional man! I am so glad your mate picked up the phone, your work has made a huge difference to me and countless others - Cheers bud x

  • @nomadicstrength
    @nomadicstrength Рік тому +2

    Really, really loved this, man.

  • @Zoomdak
    @Zoomdak Рік тому

    Brilliant! Really great to see your roots, where it began and how it has influenced where you are today.

  • @ab4690
    @ab4690 Рік тому

    In this era of narcissistic focus it's very important to be reminded to take initiative, lead & help out. Thanks Chase! I needed that.

  • @anitasyvalahti1730
    @anitasyvalahti1730 Рік тому

    Thank you, Chase for sharing your story with us ☺❤.

  • @andremichel2892
    @andremichel2892 Рік тому

    Love your videos Chase. You've been a huge inspiration for me these past few months as I've been preparing for my first thru hike over in NZ! Keep up the videos mate; love em

  • @licb1
    @licb1 11 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for sharing all this. I'm just starting to hike on my own, and I actually feel quite alone and not knowing who or where to ask, only internet search, but not real community. So grateful for your channel and your respectful vision for mother earth, ourselves, and the surrounding community. Wish me luck in Switzerland for my first solo hikes :)

    • @mubeenali5972
      @mubeenali5972 10 місяців тому

      same case here. doing hikes alone. keep hiking in the hope finding a community.

  • @amartingomez
    @amartingomez Рік тому

    Love it man! Keep up the good work

  • @andrewksadventures
    @andrewksadventures Рік тому

    Great sentiments Chase. I can relate to this.

  • @alicjanka100
    @alicjanka100 Рік тому

    Love this video

  • @alishaaustin1262
    @alishaaustin1262 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing, very inspirational 😊

  • @ironmonkey27
    @ironmonkey27 Рік тому

    I love your videos brother. Especially this one. Its so relatable. In my case as well, mountains have become a way of life. As I go through this video, I am reliving my first ever mountain hike. Thanks n keep up the good work.

  • @gnobulixpurple7494
    @gnobulixpurple7494 Рік тому

    and thanks for sharing. Love what you're doing. Keep putting out this great content! it has helped me a lot to be able to tackle the mountains like I want to.

  • @jonashill6406
    @jonashill6406 Рік тому

    I needed to rhear that. Thanks! I love the idea of being the leader that other people need in the outdoors.

  • @Everydayer
    @Everydayer 7 місяців тому

    loved it mate! ❤

  • @annabroad3728
    @annabroad3728 Рік тому

    Great video Chase, awesome to recently find your work and educational videos while searching for barefoot advice and knee strengthening. Thankyou; to create more leaders for the outdoors what an awesome personal statement! I support you

  • @JCrozier1
    @JCrozier1 Рік тому

    Very cool. I appreciate your story.

  • @stuart6613
    @stuart6613 Рік тому

    Proud Tasmanian here. Awesome story

  • @adventurousbec
    @adventurousbec Рік тому

    I loved Cradle Mountain! As a Canadian, it had enough of a challenge and I was lucky being used to the snow as I approached the summit (December 2019). Great video.

  • @TheBarefootStrengthProject
    @TheBarefootStrengthProject Рік тому

    Brilliant, heartfelt video mate!

  • @toddy7140
    @toddy7140 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this, Chase. As someone who struggles with getting out there and meeting my fitness goals, it's honestly an inspiration to hear anyone can still do it even after some long while spent on other distractions. My main struggle is building up the muscle and fitness I need to overcome my disability, club foot. Kinda makes training more difficult, because my ankle comes up when I do squats for instance, but I'm still getting stronger and making progress. I'm very interested to hear your ideas and where you go with it this year. I love your hike leadership idea! I definitely want to be part of that. Cheers! Todd

  • @carolanilsson7745
    @carolanilsson7745 Рік тому

    So glad that you got to experience hiking in Tassie again! Having started hiking late in life after moving to Melbourne from Berlin I feel like it is hard to catch up with all the stuff I have missed out on in the outdoors being indoors too much of my life up to now. But I am giving it a go and your videos are helping.

  • @CaseyRoff
    @CaseyRoff Рік тому

    I'm so glad I watched this to the end. It made me want realise I want to be that same friend to someone. Maybe it's just certain people, but I think we have this desire to teach and enable others as a species. Thanks for being that person for so many, Chase.

  • @KarlDeckerPresents
    @KarlDeckerPresents Рік тому

    Looking fresh Mate! Glad to see you back on the Tube! Go Big and show us something that exhilarates you, maybe not difficult or dangerous but. . . Exhilarating for you. I've had several of these adventures in the desert this winter but I do miss the summer high mountain climbs. Cheers!

  • @dtaylor4200
    @dtaylor4200 Рік тому

    Love the message. I appreciate the inspiration you’ve given me through your videos, my dude. I actually watched this while eating a bowl of lentil curry from one of your cooking videos ❤

  • @trailandtravel
    @trailandtravel Рік тому

    This was an inspiring video, thank you for sharing. just subscribed to your channel!

  • @ufcpa1
    @ufcpa1 Рік тому

    Nice video, and like some others, I appreciate your initiative to encourage others to take the first step, be leaders, and “make the call”. Reminds me of a saying that I interpret as part of the same genre -
    “Rarely do we remember and regret attempts we made that ultimately failed. The things we regret are those that we thought we should do, but didn’t try. “

  • @mats6219
    @mats6219 Рік тому

    Thx for sharing 🤩

  • @jonathonshaw6688
    @jonathonshaw6688 Рік тому

    Love it, Chase!
    Kudos to all the instigators out there :)

  • @arinah
    @arinah Рік тому

    Lovely

  • @matttcameron_
    @matttcameron_ Рік тому

    My experience is similar. My grandfather was a Scout leader and my dad and his brothers were outdoorsy guys when they were younger so I had a few cool experiences camping and hiking when I was a kid but then did do much when I was a teenager and young adult. Rediscovered and fell in love with hiking and the outdoors in my late 20s and now I'm catching up with my fitness. I'm always the one initiating the hikes and adventures now, and I have 2 kids so I'm trying to get them out as much as possible.

  • @DavidPMcEntee
    @DavidPMcEntee Рік тому +3

    Always love your videos mate! Hope we can get out on a hike sometime 😁 Epic video!

    • @ChaseMountains
      @ChaseMountains  Рік тому +2

      Dude I could have never done this on my own. Had some big help from a good friend. I’d love to get out with you this year. Come check out the Pyrenees! DM me!

  • @sw5315
    @sw5315 Рік тому

    You got to head to Colorado, looks like we stomp the same type of ground💪

  • @Arbie812
    @Arbie812 Рік тому

    Right on.

  • @ssweeney3968
    @ssweeney3968 Рік тому

    Cheers pal.

  • @alexanderwinkelman2316
    @alexanderwinkelman2316 Рік тому

    New to your channel, found you thought searches of barefoot shoes. This hit different today, I needed to hear this. Thank you

  • @stevemclaughlin8517
    @stevemclaughlin8517 11 місяців тому

    Chase, thank you very much for your recent comments about fully guided climbing. The costs in terms of life to the Sherpa people is inexcusable, just for the sake of getting some rich, spoiled client to the top of Everest, or another 8000er. Mountaineering is an individual sport that requires individual skill and competency. Hand holding and route finding by one’s servant doesn’t qualify you as a mountaineer.

  • @religionofrunning253
    @religionofrunning253 Рік тому +1

    Nice

  • @JosiahFilm
    @JosiahFilm Рік тому

    Dude! Get yourself to Colorado. I need to get you up a few 14ers.

  • @ermo2004
    @ermo2004 Рік тому

    Really nice video to watch.
    Do you think it is possible to make a video about gear you need if you one to go a little bit further with hiking. Like which shoes for crampons to cross a glacier, stuff like that....?

    • @ChaseMountains
      @ChaseMountains  Рік тому +1

      I’ve done one already but it’s quite a few years old, I’ll put it on the list!

    • @ermo2004
      @ermo2004 Рік тому

      @@ChaseMountains Found it !! Don’t think it needs much updating ;-) thanks!

    • @ermo2004
      @ermo2004 Рік тому

      @@ChaseMountains Perhaps a weight update ;-) What lightweight stuff is still useful

  • @WS_00
    @WS_00 Рік тому

    Hey Chase, so do Silverlight still pay you? And if not, would you recommend their socks?

  • @TheHikingChick1
    @TheHikingChick1 Рік тому

    🌻💛

  • @eric_festinger
    @eric_festinger Рік тому

    Would you have any sizing recommendations for Vivobarefoot shoes, compared say to Altras or Xeros?

  • @brycewalburn3926
    @brycewalburn3926 Рік тому

    Chase: "Snow, in December."
    Me, from the Northern Hemisphere: "Uh...yeah, so what? Wait...ohhhhh...yup."

  • @mrspringseason2897
    @mrspringseason2897 Рік тому

    Whats difference do you find between mountains in nepal and aus?

  • @6millionLiesRememberHolodomor
    @6millionLiesRememberHolodomor 3 місяці тому

    What you said at the end; "I wish to inspire leaders that lead in the way i lacked as little" is the EXACT sentiment i thought of when i first discovered your videos "How can i become a better leader for the inexperienced by watching these? I must grow so i can teach the young so that misfortune may not be the teacher as it was mine"

  • @PaklenicaAvanturist
    @PaklenicaAvanturist Рік тому

    Top 🏔️👍

  • @emonty62
    @emonty62 Рік тому +1

    get a dog, you will never stop....