Slim, your camerawork makes it really seem like you have a crew following you. I really appreciate the work that must go into setting the kayak down, going to set up a camera, going back, walking past the camera, going back for the camera, and repeating that over and over. Same with the shots of the car going through the puddle in the "road" on the previous video. You put a lot of work into getting those angles and you do it so well that you could almost not even think about it as a viewer.
I see that greeney and think, poison Ivy, :) can't wait to get back myself, soon. Maybe you should look into Fraconia Notch NH. Not on a weekend or Holdiay, lots of trails and Moose. Thanks for sharing Slim we appreciate it.
Buy a kajak they say...it be fun.... nobody said anything of carry the damn thing.... Take care Slim and thanks for all the work u put in doing your videos... thank doesnt say it cloes to what i mean.... 👍🤙💚🙏
Seeing you dragging that kayak and also being aware how much goes into stopping, setting up a shot, then backtracking to walk through a scene makes me realize how you stay in great shape. No Gym membership for you. Thanks Mr. Slim.
You keep outdoing yourself and bring me so much enjoyment…you make me feel as though I am right there seeing what you are seeing; walking where you are walking; watching you come into view from around the corner or disappear in the distance: love these shots. Realizing the planning and time it takes while also being a viewer is just plain special. Thank you, Slim.
Loved your picture of the mountain with clouds so pretty. The underwater photography was interesting. That trail you hiked was something else, a real obstacle course but the features along the way and the waterfalls were beautiful. Your wild flower shots are so nice. Love your sense of humor Slim. Happy Trails.
IT'S RAINING - I'M GOING TO STAY IN THE CAMPER - said Slim NEVER! Thanks for a "normal" rainy day video of outstanding beauty and some chuckles! Was in Maine last fall and the fall time is a great time to visit the state, Slim. Hope you make it back.
Great video. There are wheels that you can attach to one end of your kayak. They're good for most terrain and not expensive. BUT I want to tell you about my sasquatch experience there. When I was about 8 years old my family went to Katadin. My father, older brother and me went for a hike. About an hour into the hike my father froze in his tracks when heading around a big boulder. We all came to a screeching halt. My father turned around, looked at us and said, "Let's go back. No talking." He was pale as a ghost. My brother and I were disappointed but did as told. My brother asked why several times but my father wouldn't answer. Back at the site my mother was surprised to see us. She asked what happened and my father said he'd tell her later. Evening came and my brother and I went to sleep in the tent. I could hear my brother snoring and my parents talking. My father told my mother that he saw a tall hairy man, looking like an ape, coming down the trail. Needless to say we packed up early the next morning and left. This took place in 1967.
Awesome recovery to your stay! I found it easier to shoulder carry that style of kayak...especially on a haul that long...which took some serious determination! Slip a sliced pool noodle over the cockpit rim for some padding if desired. Also, if your tie down straps hum, give them half a twist to stop the fluttering in the wind. I hope you make it back in the fall, that could be incredible if you time it right.
Part two, time to start the morning with some awesomeness 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 If it’s not a hassle and you have the room, I would make a small one or two wheeled trailer to help with the kayak.
I thoroughly enjoyed the waterfall shots near the beginning, but at the same time was saddened knowing so many water resources are all dried up here in Northern Nevada. I hope to see more underwater photography with your new waterproof camera.
That shot of those mountains peeking through the fog is spectacular, it would be a gorgeous painting. Beautiful trillium. Sometimes the state parks need to be reserved a year or more in advanced. We have to do that for the Pennsylvania state park we use for our family reunion. Try Killian’s Red beer sometime, my favorite.
I have to admit, you go through a lot in the placement of your camera's. We watch and forget all the work that you guys do to allow us to watch Nat Geo type films. Thank you, Slim.
I have to admire your perseverance, but I would have run screaming out of the woods after 1 hour in Part 1 from the bug attack. I don't live in Maine/NH but I think I remember that the fly season is at its worst for 3-4 weeks right about now every year. Camp on!
Yess...we went up North one year up along Baxter and decided to pull over and have a quick picnic and MAN, we jumped in the car so fast! By the time we left Maine we looked horrendous. I think the bugs only bite people who are NOT from Maine.
Thank you for filming that decent to the pond for us, it had to made it much more difficult for you. What a pretty park! I loved your potty humor, very funny. Thanks Slim!
Just fell on your channel. The words Baxter State Park caught my eye. You're hilarious! I live in southern Maine and have camped and hiked Katahdin many times..... always IN THE FALL!! No bugs! Early September. You're kayaking....how peaceful was that!!?? Katahdin is gorgeous even in the clouds. Enjoy!
I really enjoyed trying to ID the bird calls as you hiked, I recognized a few of them...One tip is on a paper map just the little Tent symbol, normally means primitive campsite the one with a tent and a tree beside it normally a little more developed you probably already knew that...take care.
Thanks for the PSA reminder for helping keep America trash-free and for hauling out that left behind by the non-caring. Some people don’t seem to realize that a single piece of trash left behind impacts the visuals of the next person hoping for a true wilderness experience. I appreciate you.
Slim, checkout strap-on kayak carts. They are just wheels strapped to the kayak and weight little. I can put 80 lbs of"crap" on it and tow it with "little" effort. I'm 67 and can lug 100lbs. with it over 3 miles to camp in one trip (mileage may vary).
Slim, I started out thinking I liked IPAs, then moved to Pilzners. Then I was turned onto stouts and porters. Now these have some flavor! Any cholocate or peanut butter stout I've tried now have been top notch. Maybe give those a try.
Nice video, I’ve never been there. I’d like to see you go to Northern Minnesota or the UP. I had a job in Nashwauk and also Empire MI and really love the area. P.s. the rhododendrons are awesome!
What a great paddle you even if it was raining. Mother Nature is so awesome, the trees take hold of anything they can and keep right on growing, falls gurgling around the rocks was wonderful. You sure take us on some fabulous camping trips!
No wonder you’re slim! You have to walk the hike 3 times just to film it! Love your videos and from the comments the effort you put in is clearly not going unnoticed! Thanks for picking up the beer can!
Get yourself a kayak portage cart. You can buy one ready made or catch a few RU-vid tutorials and make one from PVC. Use golf cart wheels, they seem to be the perfect compromise over not getting stuck in terrain and being able to easily be pulled over terrain. I'm in my 70's and a bit beat up yet can still kayak the wilder spots due to not having to carry my boat.
I grew up in Portage Lake about 1 1/2 hours north of Baxter up in Aroostook county. It was a great place to grow up as a young fellow in the 70’s and early 80’s. I live in San Diego now but I still remember the black flies in spring were known to drive folks insane. Thanks for sharing. It brought back a lot of great memories.
Great video Slim, the IPA beer can is that 330ml or 440ml, is that the only size's available? But nice to have a beer or two after a long day enjoying nature it a great shame some folks feel the need to discard their beer cans in the woods, complete morons.👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
Your kayak is made of rotomolded polyethylene, which is the heaviest of materials to make a kayak out of. For a durable, light weight kayak that won't break the bank, you want one made of vacuum molded ABS plastic sheet with an acrylic top surface. They are extremely light in comparison to the rotocast or rotomolded ones. For example an Eddyline Sky 10 is 32 lbs and a Hurricane Santee 116 with a XL cockpit opening is 37 lbs, vs an Old Town 106 very similar to what you have is 45 lbs. A little shopping will find you a good used one.
I love when you wax poetic Slim. I must say I get incensed when I see garbage in a natural area. I spent Memorial Day in a state park preserve in Connecticut. When I opened my van cargo doors I had such a beautiful view of the valley and marshes framed by the hills as the hawks circled above. Unfortunately some people pulled up right next to me with their music blasting. I kept my patience until they left a little later but they left trash all over the parking area. I picked it all up and it filled half a trash bag. I just don't understand how some people think it's okay to do that.
Nice spot but you have more tolerance of the bugs than me, I think! Doesn’t help that I get a lot where I live so if I’m going somewhere, I try and avoid them as much as possible. How are they around your cabin? 👍🏻
Part 2 loving it!!! Love your photography Slim,, Wow you had to walk along way! I have never been kayaking so this is really fun to watch,, the views are awesome,,thank you again for sharing.
