As someone who lives in Salt Lake, has a cabin in Zion and spends nearly every weekend in the outdoors and in our parks, I've seen first hand how much the massive spike in foot traffic has impacted these areas. And frankly it blows. I don't geotag anymore. If everyone treated these areas with respect that would be one thing, but they don't. People ignore signs: They bring pets on trails they're not supposed to be on, it's usually for watershed reasons. When in Arches National Park, I saw people ignoring the signs to not climb on the arches, and fragile rock structures. It was like the sign wasn't even there. They litter. I've seen trash, doggy bags, and diapers left on the side of trails. I don't know if it's cultural differences, but it seems pretty common sense to not do those things.
The motion graphics in this video are awesome! I specifically like the example section where you showed the graph, and the subtle parenting with the text and the camera shake (smooooth). Also, I like the stark difference between locations from this video and a lot of the other videos on your channel- The Carolinas are a cool place but this video really shows how your color grading/cinematography works in different areas. The music choice is good too, its suspenseful and keeps you hooked, and goes well with the topic. Good job!
I respect the heck outta you for this video. As a Washingtonian for half my life now, this really hits home. I have witnessed firsthand the impact of social media on our beloved Cascades. I’ve had conversations with both sides, but I stand firmly in the belief that no remote locations should ever be geotagged. The key word in your video is Research. Do the research, find the place through trial and error. It’ll be that much more special in the end when you do.
Absolutely agree on this one. I think tagging a more vague location is a good alternative (like a national park). In this case people can go and explore by themselves, and maybe find even better spots!✌
This is especially true for the famous lago di braies in the Dolomites. Used to come there as a kid where literally no people were there. Now there's a parking lot with the size of a football field and 2 hour traffic jams every summer. And all that just to take the same picture over and over and over again...feels bad :(
So great to see you covering this topic, it is really overlooked by many people and it is important that we be responsible in this manner! Also, I'm loving these graphics you put in these videos, there's so much attention to detail and it just looks amazing!
As an urbex channel I agree with gatekeeping. So many places I’ve been to that have been advertised over socials have been demolished and/or ruined. It’s not about the destination as much as it’s about the journey! P.s. love the storytelling, updated editing techniques, and I would be lying if I said I haven’t learned so much from you already with my videos. You’re an inspiration bro.. and I know I’m not the only one who thinks that! 💯
Yeah that's a tough & complex issue. I don't know that I agree with you though. This same argument has been levied since the dawn of nature tourism. The issue is more about population growth and people having the flexibility to not be locked down to their jobs at any given time. The pandemic fast tracked that transition. More people than ever are educated on what life is like outside of their personal bubbles & travel/exploration in general has become more of a priority because people realize their perspectives are limited in one place. It's a way for more people to live an active lifestyle in a way that interests them when sports etc might not. I think the issue is more systemic where the parks & wildlife teams need more people & resources to manage popular spots as they become popular and not many years later. National Parks like Yellowstone would be good examples to go by. With increased foot traffic, they recognized that key spots were getting more traffic and implemented systems & rules to keep those spots protected. I don't know. I'm not as educated on the matter as actual experts. I've just lived in a lot of places & seen this same discussion happen many times over spots that weren't even that hidden in the first place.
Totally agree with you, I think the thrill of finding a cool location is negated when you already know what is at the end of the trail. Funny part is that I see some people getting mad at other local photographers in my area for not geotagging very obvious spots that only take a couple of minutes to research and find, shows me that some are just that lazy so I don't feel bad for them🤷♂🤷♂
Love your takes on this. The magic of exploring and discovering a place on your own is definitely lost when you already know what you are seeking. Sort of like the magic of going into a thrift store, you never know what you'll find.
Definitely my hidden gems in my city Pokhara, Nepal has this problem too. I being the local know some hidden gems but due to lockdown many people started to explore the place and now there's the problem of high traffic, high risk of viruses, unmanaged and expressive pollution. I can't believe in just a span of 1 year the entire location changed.
The saddest part I have seen is the trash left behind from all those flocks... thanks for being responsible enough to consider this; I hope others follow your lead
For a very long time, I was looking forward to tell this thing to the people. But fortunately you did it. And when an influencer like you do this, it can impact a wide number of people. Thanks Aidin for this video🙆 And as always this was the great one.
Whenever I go on a hike with mom and sister, I often find them on their phones taking pictures of the landscapes, which is fine btw in case anyone is thinking im mad at them for taking pics. It’s just that I later see them on their socials with the location tagged and everything, and again, it’s fine posting them online but it just makes the whole trip feel cheap and rather forgettable once you get a picture of it and head back home. The end goal of a hiking trip shouldn’t be a cool picture on the internet but rather the fact that you found a place unlike any other that not a lot of people know about and just enjoy the moment.
Beautiful video and a great message. I want to inspire people to get out and explore, but always with an emphasis on responsible recreation. And to me, that means responsible geotagging.
I totally agree that it's unselfish to not share the exact locations of hidden gems. The sharing of them leads to their destruction or loss of character (such as good songs becoming "tiktok songs"). If people want to see these spots they can research and look into them, the information on the web does exist, and it's better to allow some amount of gatekeeping because tourism does destroy places if not regulated.
Agreed. I’m not sure if it was the case in the US but in the UK with COVID19 because travel was limited, people trended to explore more locally so that could have an impact on the increase in numbers
Ive seen this happen locally, a massive influx because it went viral, and its people who do not respect the outdoors at all. They ruin my favorite places. Now they are too busy, they require permits, are closed all together. Iove gatekeeping and i wish people would understand that them tagging places is ruining that area.
Yes, totally agree here. Recently made a pilgrimage to Utah from Texas, and ended up in Moab - hunting for different neat arches to photograph, which of course had me at Arches National Park. But in the day I spent rummaging through there, there wasn't a single moment where 100 other "mes" weren't doing the exact same thing. And the wear from the traffic from shoe rubber, for example, could be seen HIGH into the features themselves where folks had been relentlessly climbing into the different arches, onto cliff faces, etc. Definitely a conundrum because it isn't any one of "ours" to gatekeep, but collectively we're making it so that we aren't leaving it as we found it, from the damage we are inflicting with our presence at these places. So something like a National Park where there is a little better ability to upkeep is one thing, but remote places like Glacier Gulch that lack the infrastructure/funding/Ranger Presence to maintain to a better degree - there is a legitimate concern of the results of funneling swaths of folks in at the same time. The Earth is always in flux and constantly changing, but trying to mitigate the degradation of these spots is something I think should at least be in some consideration with everyone visiting and especially the very specific geotagging activity you're speaking to. Great video and excellent breakdown of both sides of the discussion. Cheers!
The late comment is due to how many times I’ve watch this video because of how accurate it is & how good it is ! It almost feels like we need to protect / hide these hidden gems from Big crowds ! Otherwise they will kill it. Btw banger of a video and sick shots as usual 👏
I hope this doesn't happen to my personal favorite local area, it consists of 6 small lakes, 3 large ones, a cliff, and 3 waterfalls. It's absolutely beautiful but there are usually a good bit of people there at midday anyway, it would be completely flooded.
SpaceX astronaut on Mars in 2034: "It's one small step for man, one... hang on, I've seen this 4k pano from Curiosity, this entirely thing is spoiled, thanks for nothing NASA"
Aidin…I struggle with this. I am 43 and have seen the changes first hand. I always expect more traffic in the summer, but the shoulder seasons were always mine. No more. Any place I go to that is a focal point (I.e. a peak, alpine lake, etc.) is always packed. I am simply blown away by the crowds. Part of the appeal for me is the solitude and not just the scenery, so I am now seeking less scenic places to hike. Part of the argument is that more people equals more protection, but I disagree. It’s not a high investment to scroll social media and find an appealing post with all the fact finding done for you. I used to have to search maps and hiking guidebooks for these places, which was in some way a barrier to entry. I don’t necessarily think that more people translates to increased conservation of these landscapes. They are just being abused. It is a high investment to attend meetings and pay for memberships to orgs and non profits that have roles in protecting these places. I’m not sure what to do, but it’s disheartening to me because I don’t think a lot of people actually care about these places as much as they care out being SEEN in these places.
I would have to strongly disagree with you because I really don’t think people travel to these spots just to be “seen” there. I don’t feel like typing a bunch ,but I feel these places are packed for different reasons such as the covid pandemic , population groth, ect.
@@Corvettemike209 well, maybe the point is that it’s not one specific reason overall but there have been forces that have been drawing people to these places for a while now. This has been going on pre-pandemic but the pandemic has definitely contributed to even more growth. Ad campaigns like the state of Utah’s “Mighty 5” is a good example. Its all marketing, and IG is just another form or source of that. Since the Mighty 5 campaign Utah’s national parks have seen unprecedented growth and visitation without concurrent increases in infrastructure or staff to manage this growth
One thing for me I noticed with social media and its relationship to landscapes is that the constant scrolling of feed seems to disenchant these beautiful places. They seem to become commercialized in a way that if they weren't, I'd feel more attached to them in a personal way. Maube this is due to the fact that people only post the most magnificent view at the end of the long trek in. Therefore the journey to many of these places seem disregarded and looked ovsr. There's so many reels and posts all over instagram of the same places and for me it just makes these locations feel less special. Don't get me wrong, they are special and beautiful. However, social media's impact on it seems to be just beating a dead horse over and over.
I get the point about protecting the environment, but I think it'll be better to share a bit of information, at least the park name or something, with some disclaimers like "Come well equipped, in a team, never alone etc" Regarding the researching of lesser known places, I'd argue that it is far more difficult, especially for beginners. I've seen a few spots in my local area that I want to try, but there has been warnings that only experienced people should try it since a trail doesn't even exists and people have had to be rescued in the past. I'm not about to go hike unknown places either without any experience, just to do research. So the only spots I have access to are basically places that are well documented, over-travelled, and to a certain extent, damaged by the number of people who don't clean up after themselves. And it just leads me to think, maybe I'll just give up. Which I did. I have no friends who share the same interests, and with awkward shift schedules at work, it's literally impossible for me to meet up with people from online groups. It's frustrating cos I understand both sides, but it just feels like I'm being banned from having fun, simply because I'm alone.
Just heard about your channel from " anithing" and I am amazed by hhow much underrated you are ❤️ I remember the last video I saw of yours was the timelapse tutorial . I must say you have gone to a next level . Thanks for Inspiring me ❤️🙂
I totally agree with you. But there's something to be said about privilege as well. I think that's where the concern about gate keeping comes from. I cannot claim to know anything about your background but mine is that of financial privilege (access to solid education) which I think has allowed for my exposure to travel and even knowing how and what to research when looking for rad spots. Great video, thanks for shedding light on this topic!
Missed you by just a few weeks bro! Just did Delta Lake and a handful of other hikes there. First I get Teton content from Cody Blue and now you, love to see It. Keep It up mane👍
Everything you said about Delta was true too. A local mentioned to me that a few years ago a magazine cover had some guys playing ice hockey on delta lake in the dead of winter and after that the spot just blew up. Would be surprised if they don’t build out an official trail soon
Great ideas and visuals. I agree with you and don't post exact locations either. I've been traveling for years and have noticed a significant spike in the number of people in the more prime locations. Sure it's fine for them to be there, but it sucks to have the over-saturation. Complex subject, and you execute it with style. Well done and god bless this country.
Yeah just look what happens when someone posts a mushroom forging location ,the area get trampled!! But why have every trail get blown up an destroyed because of a video of you post people .. love your work bro keep it up
I dont share my locations. I try and be Unique and different. So when i find a new spot that is off the beaten path i keep it a secret to myself that way i stand out among others and dont have locations get over saturated and overly used.
As someone who lives in Salt Lake, has a cabin in Zion and spends nearly every weekend in the outdoors and in our parks, I've seen first hand how much the massive spike in foot traffic has impacted these areas. And frankly it blows. I don't geotag anymore. If everyone treated these areas with respect that would be one thing, but they don't. People ignore signs: They bring pets on trails they're not supposed to be on, it's usually for watershed reasons. When in Arches National Park, I saw people ignoring the signs to not climb on the arches, and fragile rock structures. It was like the sign wasn't even there. They litter. I've seen trash, doggy bags, and diapers left on the side of trails. I don't know if it's cultural differences, but it seems pretty common sense to not do those things.
The motion graphics in this video are awesome! I specifically like the example section where you showed the graph, and the subtle parenting with the text and the camera shake (smooooth). Also, I like the stark difference between locations from this video and a lot of the other videos on your channel- The Carolinas are a cool place but this video really shows how your color grading/cinematography works in different areas. The music choice is good too, its suspenseful and keeps you hooked, and goes well with the topic. Good job!
The cinematography here is brilliant. I really love how you combines a location, an activity, and a message into one beautiful clip🙏🏼😍
I respect the heck outta you for this video. As a Washingtonian for half my life now, this really hits home. I have witnessed firsthand the impact of social media on our beloved Cascades. I’ve had conversations with both sides, but I stand firmly in the belief that no remote locations should ever be geotagged. The key word in your video is Research. Do the research, find the place through trial and error. It’ll be that much more special in the end when you do.
Absolutely agree on this one. I think tagging a more vague location is a good alternative (like a national park). In this case people can go and explore by themselves, and maybe find even better spots!✌
This is especially true for the famous lago di braies in the Dolomites. Used to come there as a kid where literally no people were there. Now there's a parking lot with the size of a football field and 2 hour traffic jams every summer. And all that just to take the same picture over and over and over again...feels bad :(
So great to see you covering this topic, it is really overlooked by many people and it is important that we be responsible in this manner! Also, I'm loving these graphics you put in these videos, there's so much attention to detail and it just looks amazing!
As an urbex channel I agree with gatekeeping. So many places I’ve been to that have been advertised over socials have been demolished and/or ruined. It’s not about the destination as much as it’s about the journey!
P.s. love the storytelling, updated editing techniques, and I would be lying if I said I haven’t learned so much from you already with my videos. You’re an inspiration bro.. and I know I’m not the only one who thinks that! 💯
Yeah that's a tough & complex issue. I don't know that I agree with you though. This same argument has been levied since the dawn of nature tourism.
The issue is more about population growth and people having the flexibility to not be locked down to their jobs at any given time. The pandemic fast tracked that transition. More people than ever are educated on what life is like outside of their personal bubbles & travel/exploration in general has become more of a priority because people realize their perspectives are limited in one place. It's a way for more people to live an active lifestyle in a way that interests them when sports etc might not.
I think the issue is more systemic where the parks & wildlife teams need more people & resources to manage popular spots as they become popular and not many years later.
National Parks like Yellowstone would be good examples to go by. With increased foot traffic, they recognized that key spots were getting more traffic and implemented systems & rules to keep those spots protected.
I don't know. I'm not as educated on the matter as actual experts. I've just lived in a lot of places & seen this same discussion happen many times over spots that weren't even that hidden in the first place.
I agree
I feel like if they just get an exact location they wouldn't really want to explore anywhere else, and that would be moments missing for sure
Totally agree with you, I think the thrill of finding a cool location is negated when you already know what is at the end of the trail. Funny part is that I see some people getting mad at other local photographers in my area for not geotagging very obvious spots that only take a couple of minutes to research and find, shows me that some are just that lazy so I don't feel bad for them🤷♂🤷♂
Love your takes on this. The magic of exploring and discovering a place on your own is definitely lost when you already know what you are seeking. Sort of like the magic of going into a thrift store, you never know what you'll find.
Definitely my hidden gems in my city Pokhara, Nepal has this problem too. I being the local know some hidden gems but due to lockdown many people started to explore the place and now there's the problem of high traffic, high risk of viruses, unmanaged and expressive pollution. I can't believe in just a span of 1 year the entire location changed.
Absolutely amazing message! And the cinematography and grading were spot on too. Great work, Aidin. 🤘🏽
Some amazing shots in here bro, per usual 🔥🖤
The saddest part I have seen is the trash left behind from all those flocks... thanks for being responsible enough to consider this; I hope others follow your lead
For a very long time, I was looking forward to tell this thing to the people. But fortunately you did it. And when an influencer like you do this, it can impact a wide number of people.
Thanks Aidin for this video🙆
And as always this was the great one.
Whenever I go on a hike with mom and sister, I often find them on their phones taking pictures of the landscapes, which is fine btw in case anyone is thinking im mad at them for taking pics. It’s just that I later see them on their socials with the location tagged and everything, and again, it’s fine posting them online but it just makes the whole trip feel cheap and rather forgettable once you get a picture of it and head back home. The end goal of a hiking trip shouldn’t be a cool picture on the internet but rather the fact that you found a place unlike any other that not a lot of people know about and just enjoy the moment.
Beautiful video and a great message. I want to inspire people to get out and explore, but always with an emphasis on responsible recreation. And to me, that means responsible geotagging.
As both photographer and someone who really likes to hike nature I respect protecting nature and Outdoors.🔥🔥
man, your color grades and sound design are just next level.
Amazing aidin.. Love your videos. And you're the one who inspired me for this amazing passion.. thank u so much... keep going... love you so much💕
Means the world!
Haven't posted on ig in years, best decisions ever
Well put, I really struggle with people abusing this amazing land.
I totally agree that it's unselfish to not share the exact locations of hidden gems. The sharing of them leads to their destruction or loss of character (such as good songs becoming "tiktok songs"). If people want to see these spots they can research and look into them, the information on the web does exist, and it's better to allow some amount of gatekeeping because tourism does destroy places if not regulated.
Mann, your thumbnail always be OG. And you get too good topics which makes sense. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed! 👊
2:50 - wonderful background music !
Agreed. I’m not sure if it was the case in the US but in the UK with COVID19 because travel was limited, people trended to explore more locally so that could have an impact on the increase in numbers
Ive seen this happen locally, a massive influx because it went viral, and its people who do not respect the outdoors at all. They ruin my favorite places. Now they are too busy, they require permits, are closed all together. Iove gatekeeping and i wish people would understand that them tagging places is ruining that area.
Yes, totally agree here. Recently made a pilgrimage to Utah from Texas, and ended up in Moab - hunting for different neat arches to photograph, which of course had me at Arches National Park. But in the day I spent rummaging through there, there wasn't a single moment where 100 other "mes" weren't doing the exact same thing. And the wear from the traffic from shoe rubber, for example, could be seen HIGH into the features themselves where folks had been relentlessly climbing into the different arches, onto cliff faces, etc. Definitely a conundrum because it isn't any one of "ours" to gatekeep, but collectively we're making it so that we aren't leaving it as we found it, from the damage we are inflicting with our presence at these places. So something like a National Park where there is a little better ability to upkeep is one thing, but remote places like Glacier Gulch that lack the infrastructure/funding/Ranger Presence to maintain to a better degree - there is a legitimate concern of the results of funneling swaths of folks in at the same time. The Earth is always in flux and constantly changing, but trying to mitigate the degradation of these spots is something I think should at least be in some consideration with everyone visiting and especially the very specific geotagging activity you're speaking to. Great video and excellent breakdown of both sides of the discussion. Cheers!
The late comment is due to how many times I’ve watch this video because of how accurate it is & how good it is ! It almost feels like we need to protect / hide these hidden gems from Big crowds ! Otherwise they will kill it. Btw banger of a video and sick shots as usual 👏
I missed your new videos😣😣😣
finally its here.😍😍😍
Thank you soo much😊😊😊😊
Hope it delivers!
Me too bro
I hope this doesn't happen to my personal favorite local area, it consists of 6 small lakes, 3 large ones, a cliff, and 3 waterfalls. It's absolutely beautiful but there are usually a good bit of people there at midday anyway, it would be completely flooded.
A ticking time bomb
@@wcamericanmade9828 Yeah, I might be cooked.
Absolutely gorgeous views in Wyoming! Love hearing your thoughts about this topic, it definitely is a give and take! 💯✔️🔥
Wyoming didn't disappoint! Glad you enjoyed this one :)
Your reasoning makes a lot of scenes , especially for the bigger social media accounts , some stunning images and video mate top work
Glad you enjoyed!
Every shots in this video is Amazing Myan🔥🔥
Thank you for sharing about this topic and for doing so in a balanced way, exploring both sides of the debate.
One of the problems too is that people who come just for the photos for the gram don’t care about practicing proper hiking/outdoor etiquette.
No matter what but this man is better at shooting more then any travel filmmaker.
Real nature lovers and real crators will never damage the beauty of mother earth.
I think if you find a place that clean, quiet, empty - do your part to keep it that way.
Great message dude and the cinematic shots are incredible :)
Thank you! Glad you dig this one 👊
Great video my guy! Always good to see videos from the one and only Aidin Robbins ;)
SpaceX astronaut on Mars in 2034:
"It's one small step for man, one... hang on, I've seen this 4k pano from Curiosity, this entirely thing is spoiled, thanks for nothing NASA"
amazing vibes!
Aidin…I struggle with this. I am 43 and have seen the changes first hand. I always expect more traffic in the summer, but the shoulder seasons were always mine. No more. Any place I go to that is a focal point (I.e. a peak, alpine lake, etc.) is always packed. I am simply blown away by the crowds. Part of the appeal for me is the solitude and not just the scenery, so I am now seeking less scenic places to hike. Part of the argument is that more people equals more protection, but I disagree. It’s not a high investment to scroll social media and find an appealing post with all the fact finding done for you. I used to have to search maps and hiking guidebooks for these places, which was in some way a barrier to entry. I don’t necessarily think that more people translates to increased conservation of these landscapes. They are just being abused. It is a high investment to attend meetings and pay for memberships to orgs and non profits that have roles in protecting these places. I’m not sure what to do, but it’s disheartening to me because I don’t think a lot of people actually care about these places as much as they care out being SEEN in these places.
I would have to strongly disagree with you because I really don’t think people travel to these spots just to be “seen” there. I don’t feel like typing a bunch ,but I feel these places are packed for different reasons such as the covid pandemic , population groth, ect.
@@Corvettemike209 well, maybe the point is that it’s not one specific reason overall but there have been forces that have been drawing people to these places for a while now. This has been going on pre-pandemic but the pandemic has definitely contributed to even more growth. Ad campaigns like the state of Utah’s “Mighty 5” is a good example. Its all marketing, and IG is just another form or source of that. Since the Mighty 5 campaign Utah’s national parks have seen unprecedented growth and visitation without concurrent increases in infrastructure or staff to manage this growth
One thing for me I noticed with social media and its relationship to landscapes is that the constant scrolling of feed seems to disenchant these beautiful places. They seem to become commercialized in a way that if they weren't, I'd feel more attached to them in a personal way. Maube this is due to the fact that people only post the most magnificent view at the end of the long trek in. Therefore the journey to many of these places seem disregarded and looked ovsr. There's so many reels and posts all over instagram of the same places and for me it just makes these locations feel less special. Don't get me wrong, they are special and beautiful. However, social media's impact on it seems to be just beating a dead horse over and over.
wow!! amazing landscape aidin!!! good video today dude!!! tks!!
great video and important topic! you always inspire me. thanks Aidin
Agree with you, but with Covid I would think all of the parks saw an increase of visitors.
Man I really wish you weren't as unrecognized as you are. Absolutely great video-essay with insane editing and visuals, yet only 7k views..
Means the world! 🙌
Such great video guys, awesome footage and trendy !
I get the point about protecting the environment, but I think it'll be better to share a bit of information, at least the park name or something, with some disclaimers like "Come well equipped, in a team, never alone etc"
Regarding the researching of lesser known places, I'd argue that it is far more difficult, especially for beginners. I've seen a few spots in my local area that I want to try, but there has been warnings that only experienced people should try it since a trail doesn't even exists and people have had to be rescued in the past. I'm not about to go hike unknown places either without any experience, just to do research.
So the only spots I have access to are basically places that are well documented, over-travelled, and to a certain extent, damaged by the number of people who don't clean up after themselves.
And it just leads me to think, maybe I'll just give up. Which I did. I have no friends who share the same interests, and with awkward shift schedules at work, it's literally impossible for me to meet up with people from online groups.
It's frustrating cos I understand both sides, but it just feels like I'm being banned from having fun, simply because I'm alone.
As always, great cinematography and message man 🙏 couldn’t agree more!! well done
What an amazing piece you have here bro. Totally inspired! Keep it up!
Amazing cinematography, excellent topic.This was great Aidin 👌🏾⭐️
These places are unreal❤️
Great video. Great message. 💯 agree. 👌
TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU.M GONNA DO THAT IN HK IN MY POST FROM NOWON,THX.
Some dope shots ❤️🔥
Just heard about your channel from " anithing" and I am amazed by hhow much underrated you are ❤️ I remember the last video I saw of yours was the timelapse tutorial . I must say you have gone to a next level . Thanks for Inspiring me ❤️🙂
Interesting topic, not that I'm influencing a box of rocks, but i also don't want people finding my hidden gems either lol.
Beautiful shoots brother 🌻❤️
Damn. Well done. Solid thoughts & questions.
Mkbhd , Aidin Robbins , Nikals Christ...Ohh Man What A Day !!!! ❤❤
I totally agree with you. But there's something to be said about privilege as well. I think that's where the concern about gate keeping comes from. I cannot claim to know anything about your background but mine is that of financial privilege (access to solid education) which I think has allowed for my exposure to travel and even knowing how and what to research when looking for rad spots. Great video, thanks for shedding light on this topic!
this was really well put together I loved it
Great message!
too much traffic in a delicate ecosystem, could be traumatic
Loved it soooo much! These timelapses muah
Thank you!
Woow, that's amazing cinemotography and what a beautiful spot.❤️
Thanks for subtitles. Brazilian here.
Of course!
Missed you by just a few weeks bro! Just did Delta Lake and a handful of other hikes there. First I get Teton content from Cody Blue and now you, love to see It. Keep It up mane👍
Everything you said about Delta was true too. A local mentioned to me that a few years ago a magazine cover had some guys playing ice hockey on delta lake in the dead of winter and after that the spot just blew up. Would be surprised if they don’t build out an official trail soon
this reminds of the We Bare Bears private lake episode
Great ideas and visuals. I agree with you and don't post exact locations either. I've been traveling for years and have noticed a significant spike in the number of people in the more prime locations. Sure it's fine for them to be there, but it sucks to have the over-saturation. Complex subject, and you execute it with style. Well done and god bless this country.
Great comment. Thanks!
I totally agree with you, let's keep it anonymous. Cheers from Patagonia!!
Wonderful video, Aidin
Color looks amazing. Please make tutorial on how you graded these footages.
Check through my other videos- I talk about color grading pretty frequently!
These days we do not lack possibilities and technology, but education - this applies to the outdoors as-well.
This is so meaningful
Ohhhh man , Amazing 🤩
I just watch other's videos, but I feel your videos ❤️❤️🌺🌺🌺 thankyou for inspiring
Means the world!
Hi @Aidin Robbins, I am fan of your work. Please make a video on camera's you use and also give your suggestions on camera(s).
love the topic of the video
As usual, rocked🤘 and was that aj with u?🤔
Answer to the title of this video: YES! ABSOLUTELY! There is no such thing as hidden gems anymore.
Finally!
Yeah just look what happens when someone posts a mushroom forging location ,the area get trampled!! But why have every trail get blown up an destroyed because of a video of you post people .. love your work bro keep it up
AniThing ARMY is here....
Totally agree with you Aidin!! Amazing video also!
Wow the location is very beautiful. Great share my friend. Watching from Germany.
we should honestly only visit places barefoot so that nature gets minimal erosion
Without a doubt, YES. Instagramers are a pain in the rear - misbehaving, yoga posing, and doing other goofy stuff.
Couldn’t have said it better myself
Please make a video on typography
Please please please
Great video!!!
Nice video good points there
I dont share my locations. I try and be Unique and different. So when i find a new spot that is off the beaten path i keep it a secret to myself that way i stand out among others and dont have locations get over saturated and overly used.