Solo Quest in the Southwest Tasmanian Wilderness

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I head off on a 3 day solo quest into the remote Southwest Tasmanian Wilderness to throw the Wizard Bracelet into the Pigsty Ponds!
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@davef5916 25 дней назад

You went to Tassie to get outside, but when you got there, Tassie tried to get inside you. EXCELLENT EPISODE COBBER WE'VE DONE IT AGAIN

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hahahaa it sure bloody did mate 😂😂😂

@robfur 11 дней назад

I normally watch your videos as soon as u put them up , but I thought this one was just going to be another Tasmanian video like everybody else had made so I was in no hurry to watch it . I'm definitely glad I did watch it because I thought it was right up there with your best . Keep those videos coming mate and keep the silliness coming as well 👍 safe travels buddy

@JoChadwick 25 дней назад

Very commendable effort to push through that incredibly tough, and at times, unforgiving terrain, both mentally and of course physically, Mattsy! Looks like the clouds parted as soon as the bracelet was thrown into the Pigsty ponds, and the sun shone brightly to lift your spirits! Well done, now go and get some nice hot coffee, a warm bed and finish off the Lord of the Rings!

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hahaha thank you Jo! I certainly did get that hot coffee and a hot meal followed by lotr 😂

@nonlocalcommunication6161 22 дня назад

Those eagles were like bunjil giving you a sign. You passed the mission. Thanks for documenting all your thoughts and emotions. Pushing through and continuing on was such a show of your strength of character. Hearted melted when Grace rocked up with a welcome sign and flowers. What legends you both are.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Haha I think you might be right! It was so damn cool to see them, the GoPro didn’t really show it but he came so low and close to me as he circled. Kept turning his head in to look at me. It was wild. And Grace is an absolute gem 😊

@adamt9698 25 дней назад

Mattsy, you Sir are a bloody legend. I think you're my new " You Tube addiction." Love how genuine you are and the humour that you show us. Also how you keep it " real " talking about mental health issues. Keep up the great work fella.

@mrspontiac9174 25 дней назад

Loved, loved, loved that! The storyline, the reality, and the magnificent throw of the bracelet into the pond. And a good lesson about keeping going. Excellent stuff.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thank you! The throw 😂😂😂

@zedchannel 25 дней назад

I was bummed when you said you were gunna turn back but I understood. Then I was full of joy and pride for your decision to push on. Take that black dog, how you like some'o'that ya bastard. You're a champion mate. We've done it again.

@evoWoody1 11 дней назад

When I want to digital detox and reconnect with nature you are the journeyman I turn too. You do an important role in letting people access the things that matter most…nature…Aussie nature!

@miketofriends 25 дней назад

Not your favourite hike, but one of your best videos! You continue to outdoor yourself in providing us incredible entertainment. Thank you!

@olnutz 21 день назад

The throwing of the bracelet had me in tears 😂 great episode mate!

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Hahaha got me good too tbh 😂😂 Thought it’d go further but just look awkward as hell, more than I could’ve hoped for 🤣

@gushill1247 18 дней назад

You are a beast! Comfortable being uncomfortable! It's the infantry way! Thank you for bringing us along!

@stevespoor9163 25 дней назад

Hats off to ya mate. What you do is such an inspiration to others. The way you open up on your troubles hopefully helps others think is ok to be not ok. Love it. Thanks for the adventure 👍

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

I hope so mate! And thank you for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed this one 😄

@Br0ckUs1234 12 дней назад

HAHA! damn that throw got me good Mattsy! 🤣 We've done it again! 💪💪

@Trembly 26 дней назад

Mattsy with the rich fantasy lore!? Now we're talking!

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

I’m creating a whole new outdoor genre 😆😆

@randyhiggins9635 21 день назад

She's a keeper !! Cheers !

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

She sure is!

@thegoldgoat3638 25 дней назад

Well done Matsy. What a determined effort in a prehistoric wilderness of pristine beauty. The Eagles, swooping closer to find out if you were able to be prey had me mesmerized. Your wit, charm & charisma make u a special person bro. In such a challenging environment, It's lovely & warming to see your partner greet you so caringly when you needed it the most.. It's the mystique of the hills & the history from generations before that I love. Cheers for your Vid, just like in all the comments I loved it too. Tom

@zedman8720 24 дня назад

The best yet. “You’ve done it again” Well done and thanks for sharing your experience. Can’t wait for your next adventure. Cheers to you sir!

@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb4180 25 дней назад

By the end of my Tassie adventures, i came to the conclusion that if you're walking in water, then you're on the track.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Mate! Absolutely! Funny how at that tiny section where it has the sign saying “fan out” there’s hardly a dent in the earth to be seen… makes you wonder why they won’t let me film offtrack

@mikegregory5620 20 дней назад

Awesome effort Mate! So glad you pushed through and recognised the Black dog for what it was! "what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger". Loved the humor too Top effort

@anthonymitchell6764 25 дней назад

Matty that was absolutely brutal. Well done. Great video mate. How cool was that welcome back. She is a keeper that one.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thanks mate! And she sure is. So spoilt by that welcoming party 😆

@marionprovan3938 25 дней назад

Wow what an experience bestof all you beàt blackdog and the hungry eagles well done.God bless you and Gracie loved the flowers toxx

@neilmitchelhill9388 22 дня назад

Had to watch one of your videos tonight given I wore your t-shirt today & what a gem it was. You have so much resilience and I know I appreciate the effort that took to do, keep going and film so we could watch - thank you. Grace seems to be a positive influence on you too, so I hope you are both happy.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thank you mate! Absolute legend rocking the shirt too, I really appreciate that support 😄 And grace is certainly a positive influence, she is an absolute gem!

@dsallai 21 день назад

Welcome to Tasmania! Looks Mother Nature gave you one hell of a Baptism into this relentless and unforgiving land. This is on point for so many people's experiences down there. Perfect!

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thanks mate! Haha it sure did 😂 reflecting on the experience I think the biggest issue I had was my conditioning for that steep/slow ascent right at the start after being fairly inactive for about a month. It just kicked my arse and was followed up immediately by wind, rain and lots of falls in the mud 😂

@kikicraige941 24 дня назад

First timer here. Thank you for an awesome blog. I love Tasmania ❤️

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thank you for watching 😄 Tassie is beautiful! I’ve fallen in love. Despite this video 🤣

@OutBushWithDaz 11 дней назад

Great vid Mattsy, Looked like the weather tried to get you off those mountains but You didn't let it beat you. Well done mate, Those damn Orcs eating everyone and leaving their shoes had me Laughing my ass off. Cheers for another great Video.

@joannagrimmer 13 дней назад

What a slog! I shivered with you!

@traceyneale5094 24 дня назад

Absolutely brilliant. Bloody loved that. Your channel is so unique. Adventure with humour is rare these days Keep it up and I’m still laughing 😂👍

@andyprice4696 21 день назад

Mattsy, I watched this video in two parts. My first stopping point was when you spent the night in the saddle. I fully expected to continue watching and see you go back to the car park. Much to my surprise, you didn’t let the black dog get you and we were rewarded with some enchanted looking views. Good on ya for having the grit and resolve to finish your goal. I know it was a struggle. That white mist and those mountains looked amazing. One of your best videos yet! PS. All that building up and then only throwing the bracelet a couple feet had me laughing. Lol. All that effort to throw it down basically at your feet. Hilarious.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Hahaha the throw for me good too while I was editing 😂😂 I thought the left hand would be a fun spin but it was wayyy worse than I thought haha!! Perfect. Love that you watched this in two parts and that things turned around when you continued watching. How good haha Loving Tasmania, will be better prepared for the next stint after taking a few notes 😄

@mj2745 25 дней назад

Sweaty shivering tired sore hilarious black dog booting bloody LEGEND! 🤗Marry her, she is your saving Grace.

@MissSassy79 25 дней назад

I wish there was a love button Mattsy! Kudos to you for finishing the Mission! ❤ Are we going to have a video with the lovely Grace? 🙏❤️

@kevgoes 24 дня назад

Thanks for bringing us along on that amazing journey. That was something else man! Cheers from Canada... Ps. She brought you flowers and made you a sign. Better keep her!

@user-ArtsyVW 24 дня назад

wow that was a tense, exciting, exhilarating and challenging experience - and that was us all who watched your vid..! the challenging part was 'do you PLOD-on to Pigsty pond? or go back to carpark..?' well, quietly pleased for you that you did 'go on'.. wow again you've done it again..

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Haha thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the adventure 😂 But yep, I’m glad I pushed on too. It was a big first day and I think just having no chance to ease into the chaos it just knocked me about 😂

@jae4807 24 дня назад

Bloody awesome! You took us through a gamut of emotions, showed us a part of Tassie that most of us will never see and proved that going on a mythical quest is definitely worth it. Glad that the reception Gods blessed you, giving you the chance to touch base with Grace so that you beat the Black Dog once again. Get some Little Hotties hand warmers for your pack when you're braving the cold weather, half a dozen of those will warm you up super quick. Ps. Grace is an angel ❤❤.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Grace gave me those hand warmers just before I left, I did actually throw them in my sleeping bag when I got inside the tent but there was so much I didn’t film or mention. They’re so bloody good though you’re not wrong! Game changers even. Thanks a lot for watching too, I’m glad you enjoyed it. And yes! Grace is an absolute gem 😊😊

@torchandbucket4214 23 дня назад

Loved the walk mate - the persistent rain reminded me of an above average British Summer ☀️ ❤😘

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Hahaha Can’t wait to visit one day then 😆

@NoName-ds5uq 24 дня назад

Mattsy, you’ve again done wonders for my noggin! SW Tassie can be very challenging in summer, let alone this time of year. And those Wedgies… phenomenal! Tasmanian Wedgies are a recently recognised separate species from the mainland variety, growing bigger but only numbering hundreds of breeding pairs.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Glad to hear it mate! And yeah, no doubt! Thats awesome about the wedgies, I had no idea, thanks for that info! And thanks for watching mate 🙏😄

@kimrosenbychristiansen3914 14 дней назад

Epic - So glad you continued on! True infantry 💪

@corymcpherson201 24 дня назад

Thanks mate. I watched it my very warm hotel in Istanbul. 🇹🇷

@donwtsn 24 дня назад

You are a legend mate! You kick that black dog right in the dot! I would never have knocked ya for turning back

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hahaha thanks a lot mate 😆😆

@wombatbreath 21 день назад

Infectious positivity! Lovely jubbly mate

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thank you! 🙏

@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb4180 25 дней назад

I'm a little worried that my "buy me a coffee" subscription is being used for "buy me a certain kind of mushroom soup". I still love your sense of humour though. 😅

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hahahaha!!

@SurvivalSkills93 22 дня назад

This is really the experience of brave men

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Haha 🙌

@Stevej2013 23 дня назад

Hi Matsy, Tassy is a gorgeous place. Cheers for taking us with you. Great video again bro.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thank you! It is beautiful! And wild 😄

@leemasters8759 23 дня назад

Mate, that was a great one, so good to push on and complete as first intended. Trust me if you didn't do it it would haunt you. Me and my mates attempted a hike and had to stop short cause it was so brutal, we were saying we would never come back but a few months past and we realized we cant let it beat us and already we're planning our return.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

That’s so true! I’ve had a couple similar moments and always had to go back, and to be honest I knew deep down that even though I said I’d never come back… the real reason I kept going was because I knew I would and I thought… bloody hell, I may as well do it while I’m already up here 😂 But yeah mate, so very true. Good luck on your round 2!

@outdoor_mac 16 дней назад

I've watched this one about 5 times since you put it out - what a bloody great metaphor for life to have a crack... and... get rewarded... by eagles trying to... *Checks notes* eat you. Absolute ripper, looking forward to whatever comes next. Just hope it isn't the discover of a wedgetail big enough to have a crack.

@TheSillySwagman 15 дней назад

Hahahaha! 😂🤣 Have a crack, sun comes out all glorious like, and then eagles have a go at flying off with you. Heading off to film again this weekend for a few nights! 💪 Used all my fantasy points up on this one so will be interesting to see (yes for me too because it’s always on the fly) what spin I put on this average hike 🤔

@dianneroenfeldt5282 23 дня назад

Awesome effort!!!! Thank you so much for the beautiful footage. Absolute Legend

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thank you so much!!

@BentbrooksRambles 25 дней назад

lly magnificent. Extraordinarily beautiful terrain. You needed your Samwise for a bit, but you rallied. Total respect. Nature, baby!

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Haha I thought the same thing about Samwise 😂 Thank you so very much! I’m glad you enjoyed this one 😊

@colinmilky 25 дней назад

What an adventure! Definitely one for the story books! Props not letting the black dog get ya! Epic video as always

@BluepenguinAu 22 дня назад

So I was watching The Neverending Story with the kids, and the dad at the start of the movie is a spitting image of you, Mattsy. Also, great video as always. Thank you.

@TheSillySwagman 22 дня назад

Hahaha! I’m going to have to take a look now! 😂😂 amazing. And thank you I’m glad you enjoyed this one😄

@_Sil_ 24 дня назад

You're so much more chipper recently. Grace is having a positive effect on you, Mattsy. It's good to see. If it weren't for the fact the video was uploaded, I would have been worried about you part way into this one. That was one wet, cold, windy, nasty walk. I'm sure you've got a PLB on you and you're undoubtedly well-trained, but it doesn't make it any less worrying. Only you can say if it was worth it for that payoff when you finally made it, but it was a beautiful place and incredible achievement, and, as you said, you'd likely never be making another attempt, so get it while you can. When you started getting worn out, it really put into perspective just how hard this one must have been. It was not that long ago you basically power-walked the Viking Circuit with poor, exhausted Luke in tow as you pushed on seemingly effortlessly. You're a madman at times, but also an inspiration to the rest of us. One thing I'd like to bring up, given that you're in Tassie right now, did you look into the requirements/permissions from Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service for content creation in parks? A few creators have run afoul of them in the not so distant past, and while I'm not current on where TPWS and these creators are at now, I'd hate to see you on the receiving end of any grief. It's ridiculous, but worth checking.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hey mate! Yes, I agree, Grace is definitely having a positive effect on me. We’re very happy we found each other 😄 Definitely have a PLB and I’m not afraid to call it if it’s getting to dangerous or anything, I just knew I was rocked from a rough first day and I wasn’t actually in life threatening danger, just needed to refocus and get back on the trail and I’m glad I did. But you definitely do have to know your limits and know when you’re in too deep. And mate! I know! I can’t believe how destroyed my legs felt as I started to get closer to the top. I obviously missed filming loads because it would be repetitive but it took a couple hours at least to get up the top, probably closer to three, and I just put it down to not having done a hike for nearly a month and also the amount I was sweating in that humid forest. Shorts for the ascents next time, even if it is winter. Also, I was falling over from that mud up on the plateau literally every 20-50m, SO MUCH. So yeah, so much that doesn’t get filmed. It was chaos 😂 too long between hikes for sure. And yep, all over the Parks situation. I had to apply and pay for a filming permit for the year, it was approved and came with a set of guidelines which I’ve not broken. They’re stupid rules and I have no idea why if you don’t film you can do these things but if you are filming then you can’t?? Ridiculous. Anyway! Thanks for checking in that I was aware of it mate 😊 I hope you’re well!

@dernieduff 24 дня назад

So glad you decided to complete the quest!

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

So am I mate!

@ngurrubeckett-li7xx 24 дня назад

What a bloody slog! Legend.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

It sure was! Thanks mate!

@GlennPayne-z5x 25 дней назад

Love your work... fantastic places you visit and bring to life...

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thank you!!

@boarderz8275 25 дней назад

I wish Frodo didn't try to keep the ring at the end of lotr but instead tossed it in with the same form you did with that left handed throw and we got to watch it dribble down the side of the volcano 😂😂😂 Epic trip! Inspirational how you punched through after that rough first day, cheers for the amazing video once again!!!

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Hahaha I actually laughed picturing that scenario 😂😂 Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😄 I’m glad I pushed on too!

@AWombatonWalkabout 26 дней назад

Always love a good Matsy adventure, law and all!

@TheSillySwagman 26 дней назад

Haha thanks mate!!

@NayfenDublya 23 дня назад

That looked rough as hell - nice work mate! As always keen to see more of our beautiful state with you in it!

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Haha! What a grind 😂 Glad I decided to “dip my toes” into the southwest, learned a bit and will be back a little wiser. And thank you! Love Tassie!

@carlworrall 10 дней назад

Enjoyed every minute, you got a keeper there buddy

@cookscatapults 25 дней назад

Hahahahaha That was Freak'n Awesomenesssss...The Highs ,Lows and Beauty.....And a Freak'n Great Way to End an Epic Journey....Hahahahaha Aint Nothing but LOVE

@daniellobb7995 26 дней назад

There's some pretty epic glow worms in that cave. Its worth heading in a little deeper if you ever return. Magic spot!

@TheSillySwagman 26 дней назад

Oh really?! Good to know! I’m actually keen to head back to those caves with company just to see what they’re all about, at least now I know the glow worms will be there 😄

@johnny69rwood 26 дней назад

Love your work mattsy, cheers mate.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@harryridley2714 24 дня назад

Love ya kiddo , WHAT a slog 😅another hum dinger

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Haha thanks mate!!

@OldGoatStillGoing 25 дней назад

GREAT video! Always enjoy your treks. You have a passion for humor. I can relate to the leg cramps. One time had them in both legs at the same time. The pain was unreal. That sign was a nice touch from your girlfriend. Happy trails.

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Haha ah man, unfortunately they were in both legs 😂 Thought I was in a bit of trouble there for a couple of hours And yes, Grace is the best, I’m very lucky to have found her 😊 Thanks for watching mate!

@budget-adventure 25 дней назад

Ha ha classic mate. You tried as long as you could before the lotr names/places came out. What a epic trip

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Haha I did 😂

@moe_1886 26 дней назад

As quoted from The lord of the Bracelet: Oneship of the Bracelet..."One does not simply walk into Mattsy crac... I mean, Pigsty Ponds!" 🤣 That was definitely some hard yakka Mattsy!! Thanks for taking us to Middle South West Tassie Mattsy! 😂

@TheSillySwagman 26 дней назад

Hahaha! You’re welcome mate 😂 Thanks for watching brother! Foolishly already excited for round two of the Southwest 🤣

@robertwalker8479 24 дня назад

congratulations on saving the forests and harnessing the powers from the pond 😂💚💙🤎💜

@meturns4666 25 дней назад

Ahh Mattsy Baggins , out onto the Plains of bogsville on his way to Mt Desolation where Smaug (wegtailed eagle ) and Gollum in winter coat (Wombat) are ready to take his "precious " off him at any slip.... Well Sir quite the battle, to say the least . We all sit around camp-fires talking about that one hike that nearly beat us , but not you mate . Mattsy you get to sit around the gas camp-fire sharing your adventures with Grace and all of us in youtubeland who appreciate your sacrifice and commitment. Bloody good onya mate , the ramblings sure helped put that black dog back in its kennel . oh and Grace , your definitely a keeper with flowers , coffee n a smile. ❤.. So is our boy ! Cheers Matts , from Melbourne.

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Mattsy Baggins 😂😂😂 That’s going to stick I think haha! I’m glad you enjoyed this adventure mate, and Grace sure is a keeper! It was the best morning to wake up to after that slog 😂 and thanks for saying I too am a keeper 🤣

@ERIKOFFTRACK 14 дней назад

Mate what a sufferfest, that was awesome!

@sharonmoon5355 24 дня назад

Bloody classic mate best one yet your an absolute legend .. .. Jamie

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Haha thanks a lot Jamie! I appreciate it mate 😄

@davidunderwood9863 25 дней назад

Man. Tough hike. Only yesterday (Monday) I came back from the hike with a mate to Pigsty Ponds. We had 3 nights 4 days. We camped just below that lake where you tossed the bracelet. Pretty much constant wet and at one point we thought the winds were about 120 km/hr. Hated putting on cold wet clothes in the morning and setting off again. The weather cleared for us for a few hours Sunday. Very tough hike. Great work sir.

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Mate, I believe the winds did get up to around the 100k/hr mark on Saturday arvo I think it might’ve been?? Absolute wild men 😂😂 Glad to hear you made it out! Beautiful location, maybe a little more sun would make it more desirable 😆 Thanks for watching mate!

@mikePNW 25 дней назад

Was waiting for that wombat to jump on your back and bite your finger off just as you went to throw the bracelet in. 😁

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Hahahaha

@hamham_182 24 дня назад

Epic video mate! And super impressive hiking that trail. It looked so difficult!

@bennydubya1 2 дня назад

Footing front! Last man!

@WollemiAdventures 25 дней назад

Awesome video man. Can’t wait to get down to Tassie myself for some hiking and climbing 😊

@sunnyrivers 25 дней назад

Loved this SO MUCH👏🏼🌲🤗

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Haha woo hoo! 🙌🙌

@moveoolong 24 дня назад

Mate you're a dork! Good effort, great video, excellent stuff!!

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Yes I am😆 Thank you! 🙏 🙌

@danielcheffins3666 25 дней назад

Watching you self flagellate was painful at times, and I’m sure none of your viewers would have been disappointed if you had taken the easy path of not filming the uphill sections or skipped the ponds. But watching you finish what you set out to achieve was very satisfying and enjoyable to watch. Good on you Matsy for kicking the black dog in the guts

@PKrangerdanger 25 дней назад

Awesome video mate, so glad you didn’t turn back. Appreciate the effort ya go to to film your content

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thanks a lot mate! So am I. Need to start training again I think 😅

@johncahill1587 25 дней назад

Nice one Mattsy 👍🏻. As always really enjoyed that. It’s amazing what you can achieve when you put your mind to it and kudos for not giving in to the black dog. As you said you’d never have seen those mountains and those eagles if you gave up. I can relate to that as many times I’ve been suffering and dragged my myself out to take photographs and I’ve captured some things that’ll live long in the memory. Looking forward to the next adventure already 🙌🏻

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Thanks John, it’s so true isn’t it! It’s not the first time I’ve made a last second decision to push on or just see what’s around one more corner and how an incredible experience out in the bush. Bloody awesome 😄 Glad to hear you can summon the willpower to push through as well, mate. It’s not always easy. Thanks for watching!

@johncahill1587 24 дня назад

@@TheSillySwagman Thanks mate. It’s hard sometimes but you just gotta fight through and also realise that sometimes when you don’t that’s ok as well.

@rodgeorge7244 25 дней назад

I'll just skip that hike Mattsie I'll leave it to you ,Rob and Levi if that's ok.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Hahaha no worries 😂

@jamesrich2790 21 день назад

Amazing effort mate. Enjoyed that one for the adventure and determination of spirit. Don’t do yourself a mischief though be careful man.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thanks mate! And yep, absolutely, I chose a smaller stint into the Southwest because I wanted to get a feel for the conditions and learn what I could. Not about to throw myself in the deep end out there 😄 Thanks mate!

@tropicsandoceans7945 25 дней назад

Just discovered your channel from here in the States and seeing Aussie wildlife is such a surprise. Here we see deer, marmots and raccoons, you wombats and wallabes!! Have to ask about your jacket/parka and that pack, brands? Dont think i have seen a pack that long and narrow. The video was well done with the addition of the Tale, give Gracie a peck on the cheek, you gotta keep her.

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

It’s pretty awesome how the plants and animals vary around the world isn’t it! The jacket is a Helikon-Tex Pilgrim Anorak and the Pack is handmade in New Zealand by Southern Lite Packs. This one is great because the material is tougher than a typical lightweight pack as he designed it to be used by hunters, so it’s still light but won’t get a hole every time it snags. I actually gave Grace that peck on the cheek as I read that haha She sure is mate! And don’t I know it! Thanks for watching 😄

@waynemcmillan5970 25 дней назад

Epic journey Matt, good on ya! I was hoping a Tassie Tiger might show up, but who knows next time …… YES !!!😊

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

I did too! Haha maybe next time. Maybe. Thanks for watching!

@alessandro519 24 дня назад

Thanks mate❤

@Lee-astrololee 25 дней назад

Matt, this one has left me speechless, incredible journey where your wizardry got you through! I hope the bracelet being cast into the pigsty pond can save our forests from being lost to us all! 😊

@PerspectiveAustralia 24 дня назад

I think it’s all been said here in the comments. What an expedition in every sense of the word. Such struggle, overcoming and triumph. We were cheering you on. You earned that LOTR viewing session post hike for sure. Take care of each other you guys.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thank you! It certainly felt like it. And only two days. That first day was an absolute slap in the face 😂😂 And we sure will. Thanks 😊

@TasHikingAdventures 25 дней назад

The feeling of self achievement is bloody awesome esp down here in winter....you challenge yourself and commit and it friggin pays off hard....done well dude, those wedge tails were awesome, now you can always remember that black dog chasing your arse always pays off when you beat it.....beers up from Hobart 👍

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

That’s so true mate! Onwards and upwards! 🍻

@TasHikingAdventures 25 дней назад

PS, rob parsnips ain't been down the SW, he can't fill his pockets up with gold and make money 😂😂😂@@TheSillySwagman

@Kirsty-q7f 25 дней назад

Cheers for doing that shyte walk for me. 😂 Not going there anymore. Painful watching you do it. Thanks again😅

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Hahaha you are welcome make 😂😂

@faredinkom5830 22 дня назад

just found your channel and by god its bloody good. cheers for the content your creating and inspiration to go out and do some bushing around.

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Thank you mate! Happy to hear that 🙌

@byron_photography 23 дня назад

What an epic journey, looking forward to ticking of these hikes now that I’m living down in TAS. Loved the story and the build up, how good was that throw of the bracelet 😂

@TheSillySwagman 20 дней назад

Hahaha a valiant throw 🤣🤣 And yeah mate, tassie is amazing and I’ve only just scratched the surface 😄

@andrewpolzin8489 25 дней назад

Love the humour in your commentary. You have a knack. "I just realised I'm not getting paid for this...." 😂

@terryvogel5252 25 дней назад

You know it's amazing what you guys put your self thru to make a episode total respect enjoy your channel.

@amalgam5107 24 дня назад

Thanks for taking us along on another adventure!

@drewlisasidecar2893 25 дней назад

Awesome video dude. Loved it. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Thanks a lot mate! I certainly will 🙏🙏🙏

@andyprice4696 24 дня назад

YESSSSSS!!! He’s done it again! Back for another much needed nature emergency!

@nathanconstable 25 дней назад

Best ending ever

@TheSillySwagman 25 дней назад

Haha thanks mate!

@foxdengaming9949 24 дня назад

That ending really did put a smile on my face! what an adventure! You smashed it mate! Great job keeping the forest safe from Orcs.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

Haha I’m glad it did! Thanks a lot mate! And thanks for watching 🙏

@mattiyogi1018 24 дня назад

Thanks

@andrewcornelius8656 25 дней назад

This is my favourite video that you have filmed. Now you understand why most Tassie boys join the Navy, not the RAR. You are tougher than most other humans which you meet daily. Being a former infantryman, the feeling of weakness and being 'less than' probably follows you like ancient guilt. Hopefully not, However, it sometimes affects me thirty years later. I am proud of your self-expression and how you deal with life. Please Keep it up. (Ex-old faithful)

@Asdf-789 25 дней назад

That's what I remember of Tasmania - you captured it all quite well. But an absolutely fantastic ending. Lucky man.

@officialtassieboysprospecting 25 дней назад

Good on ya for continuing mate, the colds a bitch when it soaks through only usually a small window of time to set up camp and all that. Things are always better the next morn… usually 😂 thanks for the laughs too you got my young fellas going.

@TheSillySwagman 24 дня назад

That bloody uphill slog topped off with no respite once I got there with the wind and rain plus falling over constantly just bloody took it out of me 😂😂 really wish I had filmed the battle with the tent up in the air though in raging winds 😂 just needed to get dry and warm though haha

@darynwilson8330 25 дней назад

Welcome back, i have been waiting patiently for your latest video. Keep doing what you do you are living the dream many others wish they could be living. Amazing content 😊

@mspalding 25 дней назад

Mattsy that was so entertaining ……so entertaining!! Only you could have made light of such a difficult situation. That black dog can drag you down if you weaken , …… been there … pulling on an inner strength that is there , and mate it is there believe you me . If one allows it ( the black dog ) to win and control you down you go further and further. Push on , it’s hard , bloody hard but rise on over the rim . Always looking forward to your next ‘ We done it again’. !!!😉😉……