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Andrew Skurka Guided Adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park (Colorado 1A)
My brother Phillip and I went on a guided trip through Andrew Skurka Adventures in Rocky Mountain National Park, Spring 2018. Our guides were Mike Clelland and Paul Magnanti.
Andrew Skurka: Author, The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide.
Mike Clelland: Author/Illustrator, Ultralight Backpackin' Tips
Paul Magnanti: Host, The Trail Show
Andrew Skurka: Author, The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide.
Mike Clelland: Author/Illustrator, Ultralight Backpackin' Tips
Paul Magnanti: Host, The Trail Show
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Fall Hike to Alta Meadow, Sequoia NP
Просмотров 3186 лет назад
I took my parents and my aunt to Alta Meadow. This is their first time backpacking, and they did a great job! I mostly copied the hike preparation from the guided Skurka trip I did this year in Rocky Mountain NP
Solo Overnight Backpacking in Emigrant Wilderness (Ultralight Style)
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One night in Emigrant Wilderness. Depart from Gianelli Cabin Trailhead, off trail connect to Crabtree Camp. Then make a big counterclockwise loop. Labor Day Weekend 2018. This was my first solo trip, and I also had a goal to not look at my GPS (I did log the trip on GPS though). I carried a satellite communicator for emergencies.
Ultralight Backpacking Trip during Family Vacation (Naples, Italy)
Просмотров 2706 лет назад
Phillip and I took our brother Andrew out on his first backpacking trip. We took a cable car about 3/4 of the way up Monte Saint Michele Molare, the tallest peak in the Lattari Mountains. We were visiting Naples and the Amalfi coast as part of a big family trip. One of the perks of having a light kit is that it's easy to fit it in my suitcase for an otherwise non-backpacking trip. It was great ...
Big Sur Backpack to Cone Peak
Просмотров 3967 лет назад
A 2 night backpacking trip to climb the tallest coastal peak in California.
Offtrail Backpacking to Moose Lake, Sequoia National Park
Просмотров 7037 лет назад
Chip, Chris, Phil, and Stefan tough it out on their way to Moose Lake. I lost my phone in the process.
Road Trip to Ochoco National Forest for the Great American Eclipse
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Three of us fight fatigue and forest fires to get all the way out to Oregon and view the Eclipse. We hiked to a great viewing spot, but later found there was a road directly to the top. No worries, the excitement from the other viewers was fun! Music: "Gemini" - Brice Plays Drums briceplaysdrums.bandcamp.com/
Backpacking Around Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Yosemite
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Chris and Stefan hike in 6.5 miles around Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Yosemite National Park. September 2-4, 2017.
Three Nerds Attempt to Climb Mt. Shasta
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Kathy, Kevin, and Chris attempt to summit Mt. Shasta July 21-23 2017. Thanks a million for taking me along! Resources: www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Hikers-Gear-Guide-Second/dp/1426217846/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501271148&sr=8-1&keywords=andrew skurka gear guide Music: "Planes & Trains" - On Ice "Lotto" - On Ice "Gemini" - Brice Plays Drums
Nighttime Mockingbird Visit (Mountain View, CA)
Просмотров 297 лет назад
I wanted to document this bird that has been visiting the past few days. Also a good chance to use my new microphone and fast lens. A friend tells me this is a Northern Mockingbird. The males are currently (March) establishing their territory in Mountain View, CA. He goes on to say that the first few calls in the video happen to be an impersonation of a Dark Eyed Junco. Lens: Mitakon Zhongyi Sp...
Seattle Tough Mudder 2014, Purple Cobras
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A video about my friends participating in the Seattle Tough Mudder. I Unfortunately, my battery died for the last two obstacles and finish line. Music is Desperate Graves by Mars Volta
Granola eaters
lol is he really explaining what a contour line is?!
huge respect to anyone who ventures off-trail and on top of that soloing.
I have to inquire, is this near San Pierre in Mountain View?
Bring back the hiking content!
Thanks Matthew! Maybe I’ll make more hiking vids now that covid is winding down
I think it's just funny that most people seem to be wearing the Skurka-designed Flex Capacitor backpack, except for Skurka himself, who is wearing the Osprey Exos.
Andrew loaned out those backpacks for free to people who needed them (many needed a bigger backpack than usual for the trip). Meanwhile Skurka was reviewing that osprey pack. You can see the review on his website and a picture of my brother Phil is in the review!
Awesome video, thanks.
“I’m not making breakfast this morning because fuck that shit.” -me when I go backpacking
I love the first words out of his mouth in this video is basically SKURKA BEANS! Cool video.
Lol it’s true, didn’t notice that
Thanks for this - I'm thinking of doing this hike next June. How was the confidence level / knowledge of when to start heading North toward Moose lake from Alta Meadows?
Hi Brian, the trail cuts out at Alta meadow. I think the hike from Alta meadow to moose lake is a good introduction to off trail travel. The hike from moose lake to pear lake was pretty sketchy and I don’t recommend it for beginners. If this is your first time going off travel I recommend that you read the intro chapter to “Sierra high route” by Roper and watch Skurka’s videos on map and compass. Have fun and be safe!
@@TheNormalUniverse Thanks. I will check those out. I actually have an old Sequoia/Kings Canyon NPS brochure from 1993 that shows the old trail past Alta Meadows to Moose Lake
Was that two day one night hiking?
Yup two days one night
nerds should know it's said "Gliss-ahd" not "gliss-aid" lolol
How long did it take to go from Alta meadow to Moose Lake?
I don’t recall exactly. It took us all day but this was our first off trail experience and we made a wrong turn.
thanks for sharing must have been such a great trip
Great video! I’m trying to get me mother to go out to Peak Lake with me. But please filter your water!
Governess ASemmaR of course! I use aqua mira
Congrats! Liked your edit, and using Cathy's mini-lecture as background narration. I may be on that summit in the next month :-)
Doing a 5-day trip with Skurka in Yosemite in less than a month. This video has gotten me even more pumped!
Sorry, my ocd kicked in when you tried to abbreviate Shasta by ending at the T. Writing the A was too much?
you know sometimes you made the wrong call but you have to roll with it
Beautiful scenery - would love to hit this mountain!🤙
Read a recent blog post on Skurka’s site - he’s assembled ridiculous talent for his guided trips.
5:30 Is Skurka carrying an Osprey? Surprising.
He was reviewing it.
Awesome, I'm camping up there in a couple months. cool video, though the big spider has made me uncomfortable. lol.
Great job!
So jealous. LEGENDS. Would love to go on one of these trips.
Red Paw Packs absolutely! What a great opportunity it was. I’m such a huge fan of Mags’ musings and Clelland’s drawings. It think it actually worked out well that I wasn’t in Skurka’s group.
@@normaluniverse2804 Would have been a harder pace or what?
synthesizerneil oh ya two reasons. First off all I was glad to get to have Mike and Mags as guides, I figure I can catch Andrew another time if I want to. Second, Andrew’s group this session was CRAZY fast
@@synthesizerneil Ya they were much faster than me, I'm only like 30% in shape. Also, I find that when you're filming it takes a significant amount of mental and physical energy. For example when everyone is relaxing enjoying breakfast, I'm running around filming. To get a shot of people walking by I have to leapfrog them. One of my goals for the trip was to make a nice video, so being in the intermediate group helped.
Great video full of outdoor legends, but definitely the best part is the Zelda fairy music.
FreerunTMac haha thanks. I did all the music myself except for the song that played on Day 4. For the Pika I wanted something that evoked fragile and beautiful nature.
Prancing away....lol
this is an inspiring video guys.great job. I would love to take the challenge one day, although im quite clumsy heheh, mount Shasta is amazing.
Queenezza thanks! I hope you do one day! Start early and walk slowly!
Nice vid and congrats on the summit. To clarify one point for safety, a self-arrest utilizes the feet as well. Kick in your toes/crampon tips after getting onto the ice axe and coming to rest!
From the instruction I've found on the internet, it's the exact opposite. You're supposed to keep your toes in the air, because if your crampons catch and stop moving your own momentum can injure your ankles or flip onto your back. Once you've come to a complete stop you can kick your toes in for stability.
Your crampons in a self arrest situation is the worse thing to do, quick way to break your ankles and or start tumbling. Never use your crampons
Ultralight backpacking is the best! Subscribed :)
Nerds unite! Congrats on the summit. Aside: it seems like we have a lot of similar gear.
Awesome hike, and awesome video!! I'm impressed and inspired!