No kidding! That's what kept me from bumping up for so long. There's lots of cheaper options these days, but I don't think they are as well constucted. Let me know if you have questions re: the Fisher.
@@ShastaBubba I've only seen the one short section of it in the Mallard Larkins, and if my memory is correct, it looked like it might be do-able in that section. I would imagine that it would get better the further down you got.
Thanks for all your videos. I am planning on purchasing the Gnarwhal due to my height and am looking forward to hitting the SF of the Flathead in 2025.
@@dansutherland1083 Hmmm, that's a tough one. I'm pretty sure there is a good campsite at the junction of the Hoadly creek and S. Fk of the Sun trails about 3+ miles in. When I crossed the pass, there was an outfitter with a bunch of tourists stopped for lunch at the top, so it seems to me there would be a camping option there (about 8-9 miles), but I couldn't swear to it and it might be dry; although the streams draining down either side aren't far. Despite the distance, I strongly suggest camping in the Basin just to experience that special place for a longer time than just hiking through. If you stopped at the beginning of that huge meadow, it might be closer to 15 miles for the day. Cheers!
Not your imagination, packrafts are like that, or at lease the two I've used are. I think it's due to the lack of rudder and the bulk of the weight (my butt) being in the back. ;-)
Way too much fun! Thanks for the great river scenery... and the giggles and whoops! I'd say the maiden voyage was a rollicking success.
Thanks John! Can't help giggling like a little girl when it's so much fun. ;-)
What a great "Big Kid" adventure ! It's awesome, you caught that train video footage, exactly, running down this river,... Kudos!
That was fun. Thanks so much!
Beautiful experience, area, and weather. Plus the danger thrill.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it!
I was surprised seeing how expensive that raft is. Glad you like it! That river looks like a fun float. Will have to try it.
No kidding! That's what kept me from bumping up for so long. There's lots of cheaper options these days, but I don't think they are as well constucted. Let me know if you have questions re: the Fisher.
Wow! That looks like a lot of fun! I could hear it in your voice too!
Thanks Travis, it is fun! I've always wondered whether the N. Fk of the Clearwater wouldn't be a great river to float, any thoughts?
@@ShastaBubba I've only seen the one short section of it in the Mallard Larkins, and if my memory is correct, it looked like it might be do-able in that section. I would imagine that it would get better the further down you got.
@@mountainwanderer Makes sense. Thanks!
Thanks for the maiden voyage....!
Thanks for coming along!
Thanks for all your videos. I am planning on purchasing the Gnarwhal due to my height and am looking forward to hitting the SF of the Flathead in 2025.
Sounds like a great time! Hope to hit the SF myself this year, if the water stays high enough. ;-)
@@ShastaBubba I know you’ve been over Stadler Pass, is there many/any places to camp going up Stadler Pass, say 8-10 miles from the trailhead?
@@dansutherland1083 Hmmm, that's a tough one. I'm pretty sure there is a good campsite at the junction of the Hoadly creek and S. Fk of the Sun trails about 3+ miles in. When I crossed the pass, there was an outfitter with a bunch of tourists stopped for lunch at the top, so it seems to me there would be a camping option there (about 8-9 miles), but I couldn't swear to it and it might be dry; although the streams draining down either side aren't far. Despite the distance, I strongly suggest camping in the Basin just to experience that special place for a longer time than just hiking through. If you stopped at the beginning of that huge meadow, it might be closer to 15 miles for the day. Cheers!
Nice!!
Woo Hoo!!
what river are you on?
The Fisher River.
Is this self-bailer?
Yes, and man, am I glad I went with that vs. the WW skirt!
Was it my imagination or did I see that the raft appeared to want to turn sideways and you had to paddle to keep it aiming downstream?
Not your imagination, packrafts are like that, or at lease the two I've used are. I think it's due to the lack of rudder and the bulk of the weight (my butt) being in the back. ;-)