The Great Glen Canoe Trail - Part Three. White Water Rapids. Loch Ness Wild Camp. Broken Canoe.
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2021
- In this video, we continue our canoeing adventure along the Great Glen canoe trail in Scotland. Carrying all of our gear for the trip, we paddle along Loch Oich and into the exhilarating white water rapids of the River Oich where we bounce our way down to Fort Augustus and into the enormity of Loch Ness. Discovering a crack in my canoe that threatened to sink the boat, I had to stop and make an emergency repair on the rocks before continuing along the remote southern shore of this massive body of water. Eventually finding a suitable spot to camp for the night, we get things set up, refuel and enjoy some time around the fire, tucking into freshly caught trout caught on the line by Matt.
There are twelve of us on this trip, attempting to raise money for the Alzheimers Society. I would like to thank everybody who has already donated to this essential cause, we have already smashed our target, but with your help we can go further! - I’ll put a link below to the JustGiving page below.
I will also put links to the UA-cam channels and Instagram pages of the other guys who took part in this adventure - please go and check out their videos for their takes of the trip!
Drone shots by Simoneardleyart - thanks mate!
I hope you enjoy the video, part four will be up soon.
Thanks for watching.
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Another brilliant video Simon. Wicked shot of Rick fishing off the rocks 🎣
I've now watch two youtubers I follow make field repairs on this trip. One to a canoe and one to a fishing rod.
Rick T is da man for sure.
@@danieltaylor5231 I too was wondering how well the fishing rod repair worked out.
Thanks mate! It was such a stunning evening - that light made for some lovely shots 😁
Bummer about your Canoe.. Will you be filming a how to Hull Repair Video?
Great film Simon, captured everything we went through , the adventure, the team spirit and camaraderie that comes with a joint adventure . Every time I watch one of our films I cant believe how lucky we were and how the weather gods were looking down on us. A little bit of rain and dark skies, blue skies for most of it and perfect temperatures with that glorious tail wind that pushed us along and kept the midges down for the best part of it 😃. We were lucky and we made the most of that luck 😃. Was a great trip 👍
Atb Rick n Jack and Billydog
It was all in the hands of the gods mate and they shone down on us right from that rainbow pal
@ RickT Outdoor Adventure
Just subbed to you but wanted to say "hi" here 1st!
@@eventsotherthingswithchris9019 Hey Cheers, thankyou 🙂👍
Thanks matey! We certainly had some luck with us didn’t we! An amazing trip amongst amazing company - I can’t stop reflecting on it! 😁👍
thanks for bringing me along on your adventure, stunning! 🌅
someone has to get SImon fishing,🎣 its almost a crime he's missing out on the most relaxing part of the journey.
The entire family is watching as usual. Our hearts bleed for your canoe 🛶. She is so beautiful.
Best part yet mate! love the rapids shots.. did you use the go pro on the 'mast' or something?
Thanks dude! 😁 I bought one of those big Railblaza mounts - 600mm I think 😉
When they said to immerse yourself in the Loch Ness experience, they didn't mean literally! What an experience. Glad to have been along for the ride. Also loved the Mick Dundee whirly gig at the beginning, sounding like your in the outback there, mate, lol.
The old Aussie Bull Roarer. Perfected by our Aboriginal brothers. Next stop for Simon n Co the French Olympics ... lol. Awesome spot stunning scenery and cliffs. Fantastic voyage and adventure. Bushyboy Oz.
Hahaha - that was Ginge’s morning wake up call / shoulder stretch exercise 😁
Simon, I gotta' tell you mate.... hatless looks good on you man. I'm a 55yr old barber/photographer who sees the world in many aspects, and you've got that perfect rugged outdoorsman look about you. I say, hats off to you sir......and, more often.
That last p2c shows exactly how much you love what you do. A joy to see. Cheers.
What an adventure Simon , stunning everywhere you look . Pity about the boat , but like you say it'll mend and it's memories made .
I used to kayak with Rick T at Ribble Canoe Club , him and Jack know their stuff . I'm surprised he didn't whittle you up a new boat from a tree he found on the bank .
Great video again Simon . Looking forward to Pt4 . ATB .
Hahaha - he’s a legend isn’t he 😁👍🛶
THIS PART 3 NEEDS TO GO DOWN IN YOUR HALL OF FAME ONE OF YOUR BEST VLOGS IN LIFE 5 stars the best
bugger about the canoe Simon - just typical - you were having too much fun. Looking at the positive - some new video content potential "How to repair a strip wood canoe" !!! Scenery is EPIC - I adore Scotland - so that's 2 things we have in common, Norfolk AND Scotland!
It's a beautiful place isn't it Ant 👍
Hahaha - Thank you! I think a repair video might be in order 👍👍
Definitely! I would love to see this as well as what other repair options there would be for the other canoes used on the trip. By the way, Simon, have you made more permanent repairs to your strip wood canoe since the trip?
"My Baby!"
I felt that pain... Looking forward to the repair video. I'm sure you'll bring her back to top shape!
Love the videos. Keep up the good work mate.
"don't worry, I WILL catch up, I've got a sail" 😂 😂 😂
That must have hurt you as much as the boat!!! Poor sod, look forward to the 'repair vid' :) Great effort, seen the others and well done.
What a place to pick up a ding. Adventures don't come without them.
Brilliant, beautiful and (as always) leaves me wanting more of your video content!! Thank you, Simon for working so hard towards this very worthy cause.
Simply amazing to watch. Your editing fantastic as is the drone footage. Shame about the damage to your boat but thank god for a bit of sticky tape other wise it could of been Simon swims the Great Glen canoe trail 😱😂😊
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Watched it from my tent this week. It was glorious and can't believe how fast the time went. You're an amazing director/editor/adventurer and seem a jolly awesome bloke too. Thank you so much again for sharing!
Thank you!
Bloody hell. Just wow 👏. These videos, all of them from this adventure are just amazing. That big by by the bridge where Rick T is shouting out advise is just fantastic. You could not buy that advise. You see that snippet in all the videos. Wow. A mate of mine who is an experienced sea sailor says of this adventure that very few can sail down those waters like that safely. Just bloody fantastic. Wow 👏. Just shows that duct tape is your friend in any outdoor adventure. I cannot say I ever want to go canoeing but wow these accounts of that trip are the best one can view on YT. JUST FANTASTIC.
Well done 👏
Thanks for taking us along, rich memories for life right there!
Ah...you are so fortunate to be with such wonderful friends! Makes all the difference. ATB!
Poor boat. All those scars. A sign of good times.
Absolutely gorgeous scenery, Simon! Thank you for taking us along.
Proper rapids 👍
I was holding my breath when you hit the rock 😳
Glad it was repairable
What high adventure you fellows had on this wonderful trip. Tears in my eyes for the comradery. Thank you for your version, looking forward to part 4.
Ah cheers Ginny 👍
Thank you!
Yes part 3. I've been waiting for this 👍🇵🇭
Pt 1 & 2 were excellent, bunch of good lads getting out for a good cause, well done lads, look forward to this instalment.
Thank you mate 👍
Holy cow that was intense ! Of all places to have an issue of taking on water...Loch Ness!! I did wonder when the "gravy" would make an appearance and sure enough :-) Gravy , mayonnaise and ketchup .....you wouldn't be British without em! Thanks for the journey along some lovely scenery Mr S. Safe journeys
Hahaha - we do love a bit of sauce 😁
Fantastic videos. There is nothing more relaxing than to be on the water.
That was just wonderful to watch, probably the best ever. Antidote to a miserable day at work. Thanks so much for taking the time to film and share your adventures. Weather looked perfect.
Thank you!
Excellent bed time viewing sorted. Great to see all of your videos, same trip yet all videos giving such a good yet different point of view :)
Brilliant sir. I am really enjoying this series. A good trip with good friends and beautiful scenery is the best way to spend one's time.
Thankyou Simon. Beautiful video. Best wishes from Australia. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Thankl you , Simon .
🐺 Loupis Canis .
Mate I felt for you when you exclaimed “ohh my baby!’’
Wonderful third part---when you went over that rock on the rapid...I could almost FEEL the bump on the bottom---been there---done that myself. It absolutely sucks. Hopefully, the old girl is okay.
This seriously has looked like you gents have had a wonderful time together, and I look forward to part four soon.
Awesome trip for sure. I have used the black colored T-Rex duct type tape for building tents out of poly tarps and am very impressed with it. Excellent tape. Looks like at least the colored tape held very well as a temporary repair for the canoe. How did the clear tape replacement work out?
I really enjoyed this instalment of your journey. Sorry your boat took damage but you obviously managed to keep the ingress of water at bay. Thank you for the shot of your camp spot at Loch Oich as you left. It’s good for folks to see your ethical and responsible approach to immersing yourselves in the wild, even as a large group. The river section looked fantastic! Your films are always an inspiration Simon. Best wishes.
Thank you Nick!
Simon, a bloke in the Workshop! A video on repairing your awesome craft, please. Love the series so far; safe and enjoyable travels for all.
I really enjoyed this ! You looked like you had a great time on the rapids, it's annoying about the damage to your boat, but you took it in your stride.....and an adventure wouldn't be an adventure without something challenging happening! 😁
You can't beat Scotland when the sun is shining. It's wonderful. I would recommend the Isle of Arran.
Heartbreaking to see you hole your pride and joy but on the other hand it made for compelling viewing! Glad it appears repairable.
'All's Swell that ends Swell' as far as the canoe goes. You displayed the proper 'cool head' and managed the situation! I have been enjoying watching a flotilla of canoes and canoeists work together on a cruise. This sort of adventure is seldom seen on UA-cam Bushcrafting. And I always like to listen to the Mini Vandals' LAUGH AND CRY. I found the tune through your channel and have saved it to replay whenever...
Cheers James! 😁
Most enjoyable throughout, I just hope every other comment, good or bad, brings a donation with it ! Tremendous effort, well done.
Thank you Ashley 👍
I don't know how many times I have watched this video....
Honestly you’re just an amazing team player. You show everybody going out there it’s not just about you you you and it’s just amazing the whole time I was watching I was waiting for Nestlé to come out LOL
Love the fish and chips , they are the best in the world . ❤️ Great fun on the river today such a wonderful sport , white water and all . Very entertaining video , thank you for sharing your adventure .
Simon, such a shame about your baby. I'm sure you'll fix it. Loch Ness is not to be taken for granted, having only had a short cruise on a Nessy sight seeing boat, the view from a canoe is so very different, it looks bigger than ever. Another brilliant video. Thanks for sharing.
fierce beauty captured once again; i'm sure you already have your boat fixed better than new. Thanks Simon. Stay well.
A great video Simon. So glad you had the things to repair your boat, like you said tho. Wonderful memories were made and it came out wonderful for All . So glad for you!!
Can't wait for part 4 !! Thank you for sharing this beautiful memory you've made. Best of luck on your new adventures young man. Take Care 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💜🕊💜🕊🕊
Absolutely superb! What a story to tell about springing a leak in the boat on Loch Ness -- I would have struggled to stay so calm. Will now be ordering that tape....
Thank you for taking us on your adventure Simon. I hope the fish and chips tasted better than they looked.
😂😂😂 The fish was actually haggis, but I was a bit disappointed with the chip portion size!
You're really doing a good job of making my back garden look beautiful. 🥃👍
Chap, I felt that crunch from here!!
Hi, every time I see the canoe I can't but admire it, the workmanship that's gone into it is a true mark of a craftsmanship every time I hear the canoe bottom out or hear it being dragged I think of the damage being done to the Hull and when I heard and saw you hit that rock, I cringed as if the boat was my own during the video you're canoe stands out like a sore thumb because it's the nicest one there. Anyhow l look forward to the next installment of you're journey see you soon.
A Great Video, They all Escaped the Loch Ness MONSTER.
Except When You Sailed Over it & Broke Your Yacht.
Man, what a bummer! Great trip but cracking up the most beautiful canoe I've ever seen! Thanks for the great video of a canoe trip, but, ouchy cabouchy! Take care of that boat. Most guys will never have one that nice, including me.
Glad you were able to repair your boat. So frustrating that it got damaged.
Love* Love* Loved this* What a treat* Thank you Simon :-) *
👋👋👋Simon, Great vid!! what a way to add character to the canoe amazing memories to your vid history and chance of a lifetime to paddle waters the most of us will only see through you 🙏 making that statement no matter what we go through in life there's ways to keep going"Keep paddling" Brother 👋
Thanks mate! It’ll bring back fond memories every time I see the repair 😁
Well, Simon, you said it, obviously by the look on your face, you loved it there. I know you will put your pride and joy in the shop when you get home for proper care and treatment. Looks like your quick repairs should get you home. Home, even after a wonderful time on a supreme adventure, stepping into home, is my refuge, my place of security, comfort and much love. I wish it could be so for everyone. Thanks for taking us along. Thanks for the great videography. Thanks for your support of Alzheimer’s treatment. Texas
Absolutely the best video yet! The scenery, sound of the paddle, waves licking into the shore and Doing it All with Great Minded People Along. Thank You Simon And Friends!
What a beautiful Trip! Simon I’d say you outdone yourself. About halfway through this video I got worried about the canoe 🛶 making it back. Your resourceful skills remedy that one. Once again the Loc Ness is stunning. Nice video can’t wait for part 4 carry on Mates! 🚣♂️
Thanks Simon for taking us along. Shame about the canoe but just a battle scar that will bring back memories and it not as if you haven't the skills to fix it. I can predict a repair video coming....This is arguably the best video I've watch, loved it......
Thank you Andrew! Yes, I think a repair video might be on the cards! 😁
Just beautiful. Love your positive attitude with a broken boat and saying it was worth it :-) thanks for sharing and keeping up the good spirits to film your repair. At that point I would have put the camera down and would had started cursing. Can’t wait to watch part four.
All this enjoyment ha ha great fun, thanks for sharing it with us
The whole repair I was thinking flex seal tape would fix it for the rest of the trip. That stuff is incredible 🙂
Simon, your series of vids coming slowly one by one is simply outstanding ❣️ Now patiently awaiting part four 😍
Hopefully you will bestow your fans another vid of the final repair please? Didn’t look as critical as expected after all.
Thank you! I think a repair video might be in order 😁
Another great video! Love the sounds of the white water. So sorry about her booboo but what great promo for the ‘bandaids’! (Haha) Exciting fun, glorious scenery and marvelous mates. Thank you for sharing! ❤️
I can see that paddle holding up good. Great video you making two paddles
The man is still smiling but i feel his pain such a beautiful boat . hope she can be restored .
Brilliant series of videos Simon. Bet you were more gutted about your baby than you let on but one thing is for sure, there's no-one better to repair it than the bloke who built her. Looking forward to more.
I cringed when I heard the rock in the Rapids. Great vid, as always
What can I say, I'm gutted about the boat Simon but hats off to you, you took it like a pro, no moaning just got on with it.
The rapid section of this video was emmense mate, the speed which you hit them was class pal. Looking forward to the 4th episode next week matey.
Just who are the sad fukces who down thumbed this epic video, while all these guys are raising funds for worthwhile Charity ?. Well done guys and God bless you all.
Phenomenal Simon!! You have a real eye for framing your shots, very pleasing. The opening with the music and your visuals makes your work stand out. Keep it up. I cringed when your cedar canoe raked over the boulder, so glad your field repair held through the remainder of your excursion. Looking forward to your fourth edition.
Reminds me of my childhood in Tn shooting down rapids in a wheel barrow of all things. We were dirt poor lol
A wheel barrow!! That’s extreme that is!! And it’s got it’s own portage wheel attached! 👍👍
Fantastic adventure. Glad your broken boat is not stopping you.
like the other 131 thousand, thank you for documenting your endeavors..... well worth it mate. Just Quality like a good simple loaf of Artisinal bread
Good old Duck Tape . I had an Airboat it was Fiberglass running down a small canal and side swiped a tree about 4 inches in diameter good thing I had some Duck Tape with me . If your not Familiar with an Airboat mine had an Airplane motor on the back of the boat and that pushed the boat . Thanks enjoyed it Simon .
Another lovely video full of gorgeous scenery and that sound of the water lapping constantly is brilliant. I always appreciate your videos and seeing all the sights you show us all. It's a bummer the canoe got damaged but I reckon it would have been worth it for the joy you got out of doing the rapids. Glad it can be fixed. Take care.
That is some the best film I have ever seen of Loch Ness. You did an awesome job filming it and it what a great cause to do this adventure. My hat is off to all of you adventurers.
Lovely, just lovely! When you thank it's as good as it gets, it gets better. How I'm enjoying the journey with you all.
Thanks mate!
As we get old and abused we do start to form a few cracks from time to time. I quess it is all about how we repair them... good to see you are keeping up with yours.☺
Thanks for the video Simon. It's a great escape for many of us :)
👋 awesome journey to raise funds for a good cause..we really enjoyed watching your vlogs..thank you Simon 😀..💜💚🧡💛 🤠 👍
I would love to paddle Loch Ness. What a great adventure!
Brilliant video, thanks for sharing your adventures. You, and your mates are making the journey that every outdoorsman dreams of :-) :-) Have admired your canoe for so long, that seeing the hull damaged caused me a bit of pain :-) It is truly a work of art.
I knew I heard a scraping back there on the white water rafting. Oh that sucks. But that Duck Tape is the wonder invention it’ll hold!
Loved it! Thanks for taking us all along
I just left a comment but I ran out of room anyways Simon the bloke you kick ass we love you here in Northern California peace and God bless Simon I will never stop watching your videos
How much fun! I am not a great canoeist. Pity about the boat, but better that than you. And as you said, it can be repaired. Thank you from the bottom of our lockdown. Your videos are helping me stay sane at week 10 of lockdown in Sydney, Australia.
Good camera shots Simon . Man what a ride in the water, bet that was fun. It’s nice to get out with friends and go on trips like that. Thanks for the grate video, can’t wait for part 4 and watch out for Nessie !!! Cheers.
Oh how I miss kayaking of my younger days
Amazing ❤️
Oh your poor baby ..cracked and banged up.. I feel a "Repair video " coming up next !! Great footage !! Keep up the good work Simon !
Dear Simon ..please tell us outdoor people your tape used to repair your canoo in the footage..The clear one I mean . The duck tape ( black seemed to save you to get ashore ) but then ...the repair !!
The Jolly Boys Outing.... Wish I was there! 😍
Oh wow, those rapid sections really bounce you about! Your heart must have sank when you found the damage to the canoe. So glad you managed continue with the trip and I'm looking forward with much excitement to next episode 😁👏
Excellent fella when they've all been uploaded I'm going to watch them all again one after the other
Thanks mate!
You did well in the rapids which I believe you said you were concerned about doing. Congratulations, you looked like a pro out there.
Sweet! Lovely touch at start leaving no trace and a pile of wood for the next group! Thanks for the info today for the irish kayakers potential 2022 trip!