Kayak Camping Texas - 2 Day Escape (Guadalupe River)

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  • Опубликовано: 9 июл 2022
  • The Guadalupe River is an amazing place to visit during summer (when there's flow!). Towering Cypress trees form tunnels along the river creating an engaging place to explore. We spent 2 days paddling and camping!
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  • @kalebgroves1317
    @kalebgroves1317 Год назад +71

    Gatewood, thank you for all you do. I’ve been living the worst 2 months of my life fighting with depression, suicidal thoughts, and losing myself worth. But watching your videos really help get my minds off of the things that I’ve been struggling with. So thank you!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +31

      You are worth it my man! I can promise you people are enriched by your presence. I know it’ll be a tough road to work through depression but you’ve got this! Hey shoot me a message on Instagram

    • @mianti69
      @mianti69 Год назад +9

      I feel you, bro...i really do. Hang in there and get in the wild for a couple of days... you'd be surprised what it can do to your heart and soul. Heading for lake Texoma in about a week from now.
      Best regards. Stay strong. God bless.

    • @missUn1verse81
      @missUn1verse81 Год назад +8

      Hang in there. This too shall pass. It always does. Go to the beach. Read a self help book. Speaking from my personal experience. Take care and God bless.

    • @MichaelMassie
      @MichaelMassie Год назад +17

      Kaleb, I've been there. Recently I was diagnosed with one of the worst cancers a person can have, yet every day I find so many reasons to be thankful. I never realized the extent of my blessings until I was forced to count them each morning. Hang in there, young man. This too will pass.

    • @renerogers6950
      @renerogers6950 Год назад +6

      Hang in there Bud. This rough streak will pass soon. Last year, I lost my older brother Rober to Covid and it devastated me. I felt like you do right now. But I realized that my brother wouldn’t want me to take my own life, but instead live life to the fullest. So I got his sons into kayak fishing this year and things have gradually gotten a lot better. There’s hope for you. You have a purpose. God Loves you. As do all of the People in your life. Even those that don’t even know you here on RUclips. You’ll get through this bud! Hang in there and never give up. 🙏👍🙌🏽👊

  • @angeldannyso
    @angeldannyso Год назад +9

    I’ve lived in Texas for all of my life and I never experienced it like you guys. It’s inspiring!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +3

      Oh yes there’s so much to see! Definitely a place full of wonder

  • @GatewoodBrown
    @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +3

    Those cicadas were relentless!

  • @renerogers6950
    @renerogers6950 Год назад +11

    Your parents raised you right. Love watching your videos. Keep up the great work bud! 🇺🇸👊👍

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +2

      Thank you Rene! I’ll be sure to pass those kind words on to them.

  • @Frozty
    @Frozty Год назад +13

    Ah, the trip where Michael forgot his sleepin' stuff finally makes it's appearance! lol. But jeez, hopefully that absolutely perfect morning with those birds and the river made up for the bad night. Those Cyprus trees are so friggin cool. Never thought tiny rivers in the middle of Texas would make it to my bucket list, yet here we are lol.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +2

      Yes! Michael rolled in to camp like…dang forgot my stuff lol. Seriously one of the most relaxing mornings I’ve had at camp. Had a half mile to paddle so there was no rush at all. The cypress have to be my favorite tree out there. Haha cheers to bringing Texas rivers some well deserved recognition!

  • @EmilyGiuffre
    @EmilyGiuffre Год назад +5

    I absolutely love your videos and they make me want to kayak all of these central Texas rivers! I only live about 2 1/2 hours away from them but feel I need someone experienced in kayak camping with me.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much! Yeah right now they’re all super low from the drought but hopefully that’ll change this fall

  • @meredithheath5272
    @meredithheath5272 Год назад +2

    A bunch of guys after my own heart - coffee connoisseurs...

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! If you’re going to have a daily beverage might as well make it delicious!

  • @FishAnything
    @FishAnything Год назад +1

    That paddling footage @6:00 so crispy

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thanks man! Chris always does a great job when I ask him to paddle in front of me haha

  • @taylorrobinson688
    @taylorrobinson688 Год назад +5

    your videos keep my mind healthy. i bought my kayak and paddle, camping gear and am planning for my first trip here in oklahoma! wish i could head south to join you guys!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Wow that’s very kind of you to say! Thank you! Eastern Oklahoma has some cool rivers like the lower mountain fork and beaver bend lake. Have fun!

  • @hocvachoi8888
    @hocvachoi8888 Год назад +1

    The scene is very beautiful. Thank you for sharing to let me know more about this beautiful place

  • @BackpackingWithJason
    @BackpackingWithJason Год назад +2

    Going down the waterfall was really cool

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Haha it was a fun start to the trip! Chris was like…my dude why didn’t you tell me it was a 4’ drop! Haha

  • @texasgulfcoastoutdoors6870
    @texasgulfcoastoutdoors6870 Год назад +4

    Love your content! Getting back into kayaking and looking for new adventures. Very inspirational videos, keep em coming man!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you! Always cool to connect with fellow Texans pursuing the outdoors

  • @ryanmayberry1991
    @ryanmayberry1991 Год назад +6

    8:40, probably the most baller moment in this entire video! Another great trip!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Haha thanks Ryan! Thanks for watching again man!

  • @GiovanniBonanno-nv6du
    @GiovanniBonanno-nv6du Год назад +1

    Your coffee maker is like our Italian Bialetti and you should use a splash guard to avoid surprises 😂😂😂👍🏼 anyway great video and great friends as always 😃💪🏼

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Yes! It is just like your bialetti, which makes wonderful coffee! We thank our Italian friends for that device

  • @gilbertmal6033
    @gilbertmal6033 Год назад +1

    Just started watching your videos popped up on my search. I raft the nantahala in North Carolina with my two grand kids and my daughter it was wild. I'm a subscriber now you got great stuff.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Oh wow! The nantahala is pretty advanced. Kudos to you all!

  • @anthonycontrer
    @anthonycontrer Год назад +1

    As soon as that notification came in, I tuned in. I’ve watched it a few times today just dreaming of getting out on the water.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Always there supporting thank you my man!! I’m dreaming of rain lol. Everything here is so low right now

  • @debbiepalmer1094
    @debbiepalmer1094 Год назад +1

    I found your channel today, I'm so pleased I did. Your content is awesome. xx

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much Debbie! Glad to have you as a part of the community!

  • @exhale7873
    @exhale7873 Год назад +5

    man,
    first i’d like to say how refreshing it is seeing quality content in my recommendations for once lol, you know how it’s fucking done. You’re an outstanding filmmaker and storyteller and I could genuinely not stress enough how much these videos have motivated me to start and explore this little world of ours. I’m eager to. I just discovered your channel a few days ago and been consuming video after video with my mind completely blown by the showcase of what this world looks like through the lens of a man in the woods with his buddies. It’s fucking great let’s be real here. I see you’re fairly “small” in subs and will be rooting to see you go up from here. I’m stoked for your journey! I hope you’ll take in consideration shipping those wonderful bags to Europe as well as other parts of the world, TAKE OUR MONEY! They are too cool!! It’s dope what you guys are doing, keep it up good sirs!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +2

      Your comment literally made my week! Thank you for taking the time to both watch the videos AND drop those kind words. I’ll definitely pass it along to the buddies, they’ll appreciate it. We live in a spectacular world and it doesn’t take that much to get lost in it, even as city boys haha. Which country are you in? I’m always evaluating places to ship.

    • @exhale7873
      @exhale7873 Год назад +2

      @@GatewoodBrown Hey dude my apologies for not seeing your comment earlier! Glad I could give you my feedback. I’m currently situated in Belgium, not the greatest place for outdoor shenanigans but we definitely have some spots! On another note I’ve bought myself some gear to kickstart my explorations with and am currently in talk with some buddies to go to Guatemala for a backpacking trip. You’ve really sparked this want for exploring the outdoors that i’ve been ignoring for years getting stuck on what to do with life. Life is short and our world is fucking beautiful. I’m glad you got to instil the fuck it and go mentality in me, I’m beyond exited.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      @@exhale7873 you’re so spot on! It’s all about just going full send into the wilderness and seeing what’s out there. Guatemala will be so rad! Enjoy my man

  • @ParkerOutside
    @ParkerOutside Год назад +1

    Another great trip!

  • @MichaelMiddletonTBH
    @MichaelMiddletonTBH Год назад +2

    Ah, that's refreshing just watching the video! Unfortunately, it seems we're relegated to just watching river kayaking videos during this "dry spell!" It was great meeting you, Michael and Chris! We enjoyed hanging out for a bit. I guess I need to put together the highlights of our trip from this same weekend!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Yes! Took me so long to get this one out. Wish I could’ve included our whole interaction for memories sake but it was fun coming across the footage and reliving it all again. Cheers Michael!

  • @Mrim86
    @Mrim86 Год назад +1

    I love the music and the edit

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thanks Marshall! Definitely went for a laidback vibe on this one

  • @lestompkins6119
    @lestompkins6119 Год назад +2

    Very nice, Gatewood. Enjoyed meeting you and your friends that day. We had a stellar trip, too.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +2

      Hey les! Yes it was great hanging out. Wish we had more time!

  • @austindost3358
    @austindost3358 Год назад +1

    Happy to see another video!! Keep them coming!! Hopefully I’m able to go kayaking again this summer!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Cheers AD! Yes I’ve got several more in the editing queue. Working hard to get them uploaded this summer! Hopefully you can get out there man!

  • @tarnananda1797
    @tarnananda1797 Год назад +1

    so fun. love that little river.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      The guad is great! So many good sections to paddle out there

  • @adventuringwithmk4219
    @adventuringwithmk4219 Год назад +5

    Looks like you guys had an awesome adventure on that river! Great video as always 👍

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      We did! Always great to get out with longtime friends. Hope your summer has been well!

  • @turtleheadboys5263
    @turtleheadboys5263 Год назад +1

    Awesome job, beautiful river!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thanks Josh! The guad is a mighty fine place for sure

  • @joeywilson9860
    @joeywilson9860 Год назад +1

    Always look forward to your vids ! Definitely one of my favorite RUclipsrs FOR SURE🤙

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      That means a lot Joey! And thank you so much for the kind words! Stoked to have you a part of the community

  • @katieburnell8663
    @katieburnell8663 Год назад +2

    Another incredible video! Some great shots and transitions - loved it 🙌

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you Katie! Always happy to see you watching the videos. Cheers!

  • @mianti69
    @mianti69 Год назад +2

    Always enjoy your videos from years past and now.
    Been watching just about everyday for a week, now.
    Thanks for sharing all of your awesome adventures. I was raised like that too.
    Best regards, Gate Brownwood and company!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thanks my man! I appreciate you watching all the vids. Means a lot to have you and others taking time to watch them. Cheers!

  • @BeckiandChris
    @BeckiandChris Год назад +2

    This looked like an absolute blast! I bet that water was so refreshing!

  • @cadenwu852
    @cadenwu852 Год назад +1

    Another amazing adventure with unreal quality! Keep it up man!👊

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you CW! I appreciate ya watching again!

  • @CalledCollectiveMedia
    @CalledCollectiveMedia Год назад +1

    Love it man!

  • @GarzaSLaura
    @GarzaSLaura Год назад +1

    Awesome video guys !!
    Thank you so much for sharing 🙂

  • @stevestory8483
    @stevestory8483 Год назад +1

    Epic vid as always

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much, Steve! Hope you’ve been well my man

  • @LilHanny
    @LilHanny Год назад +1

    YES! YES! YES!!!! KAYAK CAMPING VIDEOS FOR THE WIN!!

  • @Nath2007koala
    @Nath2007koala Год назад +1

    I love your video, make me dreaming and add river on my bucket list. You make a great quality and interesting stuff. Thank you

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much Nath! The Guadalupe has many wonderful stretches of river.

  • @Shamikabiridian
    @Shamikabiridian Год назад +1

    Love your videos!!! Please make more

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you shamika! I’ve got many more on the way. Just need to edit them up!

  • @huntstyle
    @huntstyle Год назад +1

    Great video as always Gatewood!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thanks my man! I’m always seeing creeks and rivers in your stories that leave me wanting to come paddling in Idaho!

    • @huntstyle
      @huntstyle Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown come on up!

  • @DrMott
    @DrMott Год назад +1

    Awesome video! Thanks

  • @swamp1990
    @swamp1990 Год назад +1

    i want more videos! i've watched them so many times. love these!

  • @missUn1verse81
    @missUn1verse81 Год назад +1

    Another awesome video. It's like watching a short movie clip. Please keep them coming. Thank you!

  • @KentuckyWoodsman
    @KentuckyWoodsman Год назад +1

    Enjoyed the video Gatewood! You are very lucky to have this river in your home state!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes it’s a very understated beauty! I think the cypress trees give Texas rivers such a unique feel

  • @BackpackingWithJason
    @BackpackingWithJason Год назад +2

    The race to find camp. Lol. I know that feeling.
    Getting some hammock time in too. Nice
    Cool video Gatewood 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Sometimes it turns to a grind to find that camp. Not ideal but a recurring theme lol

    • @BackpackingWithJason
      @BackpackingWithJason Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown I’m going to the rapids next weekend. Big South Fork river in Tennessee and Kentucky. Can’t wait

  • @HateTheGameTX
    @HateTheGameTX Год назад +1

    That drop off reminds of the drop off they have in Beavers Bend Broken Bow OK. It’s right under the bridge by the canoe rentals there if anybody ever goes. I did it when I was 15 so you can too. Just be ready to pull your flooded boat to shore.

    • @HateTheGameTX
      @HateTheGameTX Год назад +1

      And I mean the canoe rental place within the state park itself.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Oh yeah I think I know what you’re talking about. Definitely a kayak flooding event if you don’t have a sit on top haha

    • @HateTheGameTX
      @HateTheGameTX Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown I did it over and over despite lugging a water loaded kayak to shore 😂😂

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      @@HateTheGameTX we call that type 2 fun haha. Hard work but fun!

  • @Joshrwms87
    @Joshrwms87 Год назад +1

    Man I lived on the Guadalupe River for a couple years in New Braunfels. I loved it and miss it terribly!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      What a wonderful place to live! NB and the guad are such a great combo. We love visiting there

  • @donovannfite5317
    @donovannfite5317 Год назад +1

    Awesome 👏🏼

  • @kcanderson7982
    @kcanderson7982 Год назад +1

    I want to try that espresso w a Guinness now!! 🤤

  • @gerardohuerta6925
    @gerardohuerta6925 Год назад +1

    Great quality as always! I was planning on doing a kayak camp trip this summer with my 12 year old son. But this drought put a quick end to that. Luckily I'm less than an hour from the Guad, so we will get to do the trip once the flows return. Thanks for these kind of videos, they are inspiring!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you GH! Yeah the drought has really quelled our paddling this summer. So unfortunate!

  • @24k.purelife
    @24k.purelife Год назад +1

    Great content love the GoPro slo mo action!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      GoPro films the best slowmo! You can get in the action so well

  • @SouthernPaddler
    @SouthernPaddler Год назад +2

    Great overnight trip, Gatewood! Exceptionally done, as always! I'm gonna practice that PFD toss! :-D

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you SP! Haha the PFD toss is a staple for the launch lol

  • @alfredguajardo3562
    @alfredguajardo3562 Год назад +1

    Great vid

  • @JoeCharp
    @JoeCharp Год назад +1

    Great video as always. Glad to see y'all had enough water. My wife and I stayed near the San Gabriel and it was so low. The lady who owned the place said that was the lowest she could ever remember and she had been living on the property since the 70s.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      The rivers in Texas are so low right now. Even this section is bad now. I can’t ever remember drought being this bad in the hill country

  • @RandysMixtable
    @RandysMixtable Год назад +1

    I just watched a video of a guy standing in the middle of that river saying it's the lowest it's ever been, pretty wild.

  • @thathikingguy
    @thathikingguy Год назад +1

    Bro another banger video! I love the fanny pack! First thing I did when I got it was put my A6600 in it and submerged it. Dry as a bone. Thanks for making great videos of your adventures and great products

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Oh heck yeah! I’m glad it worked well for the camera. Time for some real world use!

  • @DRONIXAR
    @DRONIXAR Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing, so nice my friend

  • @joshpwnsnoobs
    @joshpwnsnoobs Год назад +1

    good content. i might have some 1 night kayak adventures in the next couple weeks but really im looking forward to 2nd week of august 5 night canoe camp trip. gonna be sweet.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Sometimes all ya need is a good ole 1 nighter! Lots can be packed in

  • @eriksaengerhausen
    @eriksaengerhausen Год назад +1

    Nice!! Need to do this. Looks like alot of fun :)

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thanks so much man! Yeah you’re close to the guad so when it’s running again ya gotta check it out

  • @MichaelMassie
    @MichaelMassie Год назад +2

    Gatewood Brown: Breaks out a coffee maker in the middle of the Guadalupe.
    Me: "Now there's a young man with his priorities in order."

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Haha yes! Good coffee is so nice on the river. Can’t be drinking bad stuff!

  • @fatgirlsoutdoors831
    @fatgirlsoutdoors831 Год назад +1

    Hammock camping is the best! Looks like a nice little trip. I’m headed back to the Eleven Point in Missouri in a couple of weeks for some river time. Once you do it, you just want more!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! Huge fan of the hammock camping. Especially in summer since it is cooler than a tent. I’d love to visit Missouri for paddling!

    • @fatgirlsoutdoors831
      @fatgirlsoutdoors831 Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown I sprang for the warbonnet blackbird with zero degree under quilt. It was an investment but has been work every penny. I stay warmer in it than any tent for winter camping. I’ve been down to 28 degrees.

    • @fatgirlsoutdoors831
      @fatgirlsoutdoors831 Год назад

      *worth, lol.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      @@fatgirlsoutdoors831 yes! I’ve heard the warm quilts paired with a nice hammock are excellent options. Glad to hear it works well!

  • @ChaseBowers
    @ChaseBowers Год назад +1

    Great vid brother! It’s blazing here right now in Alabama.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thanks chase! Yeah seems like the whole country is in a heatwave and drought. Not ideal!

  • @BlueEffigy
    @BlueEffigy Год назад +1

    awesome planning a trip for September to celebrate 2 years of sobriety, going west where I did the backpack review time to finally review the fanny pack lol.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      September should be a great time to go! I appreciate the effort you put in on the reviews. Have fun heading west! I’ve started to contemplate going to Arkansas more lol. They get better rain

    • @BlueEffigy
      @BlueEffigy Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown Im down to go, lets do this. Im going to dallas next week for a ministry conference thinking about bringing a yak and staying the weekend.

  • @lilivicordero8077
    @lilivicordero8077 Год назад +1

    Awesome

  • @ryanmcguire3328
    @ryanmcguire3328 Год назад +1

    WELL DONE SIR

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      THANK YOU, Sir McGuire. Finally churning through trips from a long time ago lol

  • @marlonxxi1
    @marlonxxi1 11 месяцев назад

    Nice video amigo

  • @paddlepedalproductions5452
    @paddlepedalproductions5452 Год назад +1

    Ah yes, those damn thorn bushes! Those things are vicious. Great trip bro. My crew and I are waiting for a little cooler weather before we camp, but planning a trip back up to the Buffalo in late summer with a cabin for home base and several day trip floats.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes the thorns are real! Yeah we need some rain and cooler weather for sure. This lack of rain is a deal breaker

  • @jasonjohnson3164
    @jasonjohnson3164 Год назад +1

    I needed this one, need at least one or two more to make it through this month lol not able to do anything with the club till next month. Hopefully me and my buddy will be able to get out on the weekend at least once between now and then. Cheers Gatewood!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Haha thanks Jason! Yeah I’ve got plenty of trip footage just takes awhile to edit them up lol. Started on another edit today! It’s hot everywhere so you’re not missing too much man!

  • @bonesrhodes3762
    @bonesrhodes3762 Год назад +1

    ------- another nice float trip / another nice vid: interesting to see how others approach a float trip - I don't know if I'm amazed/amused/appalled by the amount and variety of coffee making apparatus y'all haul - in 60+ years of canoeing I can't remember anyone even taking a coffee pot. Also noted in a couple of vids, y'all start by working upstream - that has to be strenuous. I've only tried going against the flow once, and that was during the monkey rescue during the infamous Lost Monkey Float Trip - I'm just too lazy. Your rivers there in Texas are gorgeous - we have nothing like them here along the Louisiana-Mississippi-Alabama area. It would be great if you could add some map shots showing the areas you are floating - Texas isn't too far to travel for a good float trip. z

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Haha it’s so worth it considering the items some people bring. Everyone brings their own device which is probably why it looks so egregious lol

  • @WildLife_Perspective
    @WildLife_Perspective Год назад +1

    Just found your channel. Absolutely subscribed!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Stoked to have you a part of the community my man!

  • @mikalstratz7039
    @mikalstratz7039 Год назад

    Still trips me out when I see you take out your blue hammock, as I have the same exact one. Best deal I've come across in a while. You gotta get that Dutchware suspension, brother! Makes set up so so easy.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! Really enjoyed the ROG but they can’t get their stock situation figured out which is unfortunate

    • @mikalstratz7039
      @mikalstratz7039 Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown I do see it's available on Amazon right now, but I totally get it. I've suggested it to several friends but all of them said it was unavailable at the time. Hopefully they can pan it out.. Looking forward to seeing more of your adventures this summer. I've done 5 big trips on 4 different rivers so far this season up in MI. It truly is an art, filming and adventuring at the same time, as you do! Really thankful for the content.

  • @sambostwick1416
    @sambostwick1416 Год назад +6

    I found your channel this morning and I have literally been watching your videos for the last 4 hours! They are such amazing production quality! This is definitely motivation to get out and see what our beautiful state has to offer! Do you use a website to help plan your trips? I would love to know how you find where you can camp, where you can leave your vehicles/launch from etc. Thanks for the amazing content!

    • @parttimeyoutube
      @parttimeyoutube Год назад +1

      Welcome to the club.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +3

      Man thank you so much for the kind words! So stoked to have you a part of the community. Texas has some hidden gems for sure.
      99% of my planning is done on 3 sites, 1. Google earth, 2. RUclips and 3. USGS flow rate gauges. I’ll make a video about this one day!

    • @parttimeyoutube
      @parttimeyoutube Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown 👀

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      @@parttimeyoutube sup my dude

    • @parttimeyoutube
      @parttimeyoutube Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown hey hey. I know you’ve done trip planning videos in the past. But we have also seen you mature and grow. So I’m sure an updated trip-planning video will offer us more insight than your previous vids.

  • @makena76
    @makena76 Год назад +1

    Супер. Моя мечта.

  • @jobeaty
    @jobeaty Год назад +1

    I wish your vids were longer.... thx for sharing

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! One day I’ll experiment with longer videos but RUclips gives great analytics about view duration. You’d be surprised how hard it is to hold someone’s attention!

  • @brandonsunadventure
    @brandonsunadventure Год назад

    Awesome vid! This looks so much fun I'm definitely heading out to the water soon 👍🙂 From your new friend 🙂

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much! Yes we are needing rain here but hopefully your local waters are more full!

  • @ThatBassFishingDude
    @ThatBassFishingDude Год назад +1

    Man I want to do this run again!! Killer trip brotha!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Same man can’t wait for some rain to bring flow back!

    • @harlankraft578
      @harlankraft578 Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown when was this filmed??? Looks like y’all got in near Comfort?? More info please brother?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      @@harlankraft578 that’s it! Yeah this was filmed awhile ago. Flows have been so low recently. Definitely not ideal!

  • @adventurebuddydad
    @adventurebuddydad Год назад +3

    Dude! That life jacket move, ha ha! Great video! So I subscribed with my other channel, Brian Morgan: we had chatted about me going to do a kayaking trip with some friends this summer up in Idaho and you said send you the edit: Well, I went down on the Snake River with a little sun dolphin to check out the rapids we were going to hit and I did a 11 mile stretch solo to see if my friends would be ok. I decided it was a little much for our first trip, so now we’re just going to raft it with a 14 footer and do some camping at a local hot springs. Some of the rapids were just a little too big for guys with zero experience. I flipped twice, but I had a blast. This was my first time on the river and it was inspired by you! Such an amazing experience. Since then I’ve been doing little travel and adventure videos and I’m going to try and grow my channel - it’s more like the adventures I go on with my family and friends rather than nitching down to just kayaking. But I will be doing a ton more river kayak camping, it was such a fun experience. Lots more rivers to explore in Idaho. I envy your cameras skills, but I’ll be catching up on the outdoor adventures, keep up the good work! Enjoy your summer. ruclips.net/video/pOV6ApxOpGM/видео.html

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Man thank you for the trip report! The snake river sounds like a blast and definitely one I want to check out one day. Glad you all had fun out there!

    • @adventurebuddydad
      @adventurebuddydad Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown ruclips.net/video/AGX57wr52uo/видео.html Just finished the edit - we had an awesome trip! Totally inspired by your videos - #lovenature

  • @TBassFactory
    @TBassFactory Год назад +1

    Dang, I knew that spot right away. That’s under i10 there is some amazing fishing in there. I know of some really good spots in the area for hitting up give me shout some time bud

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! That starting point is definitely a popular place for river access

  • @theonlyhappyone123
    @theonlyhappyone123 Год назад +2

    Your content and videos are awesome!! Any tips for getting started or finding people to paddle with?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Check out local paddling groups. Seems like Facebook is a common place for them to organize trips

    • @theonlyhappyone123
      @theonlyhappyone123 Год назад +1

      Thanks for responding! Also wondering how you got started in filmmaking and editing? You make amazing videos and curious how you got started!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      @@theonlyhappyone123 mainly just bringing GoPros on the trips and making recap videos! Overtime the gear expanded and editing got better. Still have a lot to learn!

  • @mackjenkins7721
    @mackjenkins7721 Год назад +1

    Hey buddy how you doing? What an awesome video man. I can see you had a lot of fun on the Guadalupe river with your buddy man. I seen a lot of videos on this River and I would love to go kayak camping on it one day. Hopefully we can make plans me & my family , you , & your buddies to go kayaking down the Guadalupe River one day. My 6 boy's would definitely love that. They cannot get enough of kayaking. It definitely will be good memories for sure. Next weekend my family was invited bye my wife's coworkers family to go on a kayak trip next weekend. I know it's going to be a good time cuz every time we go kayaking with them we always have a blast and my kids love kayaking with them. Gatewood did you know I have a new family member now a grandson? It was awesome seeing a video from you buddy I really been missing them lately. I hope You are doing well you and your family.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Hey Mack! Yeah the guad is like ole reliable. Always a good time! Your boys would love it but right now there’s a drought so no flow!

  • @markweldon1228
    @markweldon1228 Год назад +1

    Another great video! Wow, there's actually water in the Guad? What section did y'all run?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you! This was from before the flow rates plummeted. We did it at about 75cfs which was plenty

  • @Goosenator636
    @Goosenator636 Год назад +1

    Great video as always. Gatewood would you be able to share with us your put in take out location for this trip?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much! This is up by comfort

  • @keithnixon2269
    @keithnixon2269 Год назад +2

    Where did you put in and take out on this one? Would love trip mapping. Keep the videos coming, elite work. I bought a kayak because of your videos! Headed to the Guad next month.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +6

      This was near comfort! I’ve considered doing a mapping video and a general how to plan a trip video. Just been so busy getting these trip recaps out the door. Probably this winter! Man that’s awesome, which kayak did you go with?? Make sure to check flow rates as the guad has gotten really low recently. You may need to pivot over to the San marcos

    • @keithnixon2269
      @keithnixon2269 Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown I saw your video about GIS and mapping you’ve done before. Just a simple put in and take out spot is helpful for all of us planning trips around your adventures. For beginners like me, it’s helps to know good trips that actually work. I live near Big Bend and will be doing the Santa Elena canyon one you did also. I’m getting me a Remote Designs bag now. Too good not to!

  • @lalelandadventures
    @lalelandadventures Год назад +1

    You must have picked the perfect time. By spring branch it was under 50 cfs in late April and hasn't been above 20 for months. Looks like you put in further up, by Comfort maybe?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Yep fortunately went before it got too low. We need rain so bad these days!

  • @TexasFishinGal1
    @TexasFishinGal1 Год назад +1

    You are still on the Sportsman 120! That’s great. I love my 106. There are not enough videos of these paddle versions out there and it’s always refreshing to see your videos…do you have any concerns about snakes when you stop to camp or take a break?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Yes! Loving the sportsman 120 still. I actually have a 106 getting delivered on Wednesday! Really excited for that one. No concerns with snakes. Just stay away from snakey looking places and you’ll be good. We haven’t seen many in the years we’ve been paddling

  • @buildthedream77
    @buildthedream77 Год назад +1

    1st off, incredile video and channel.
    2nd, just got your large dry backpack. Seems like great quality and the zippers make it more conveniant!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much BTD! Means a lot that you’d trust me with gear selection. The zipper is key for quick access and a water tight seal

    • @buildthedream77
      @buildthedream77 Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown No problem! Your videos also help alot showing how well the drybags hold up after jumping waterfalls!

  • @adamfinkelman3986
    @adamfinkelman3986 Год назад

    Hey Gatewood. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! What was your entry and exit point on this trip?

  • @devankhanore7867
    @devankhanore7867 Год назад

    Gatewood your videos capture a different kind of peace. You can really encapsulate all the feelings and experiences of your trips! Curious, what camera do you use?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words! Always happy to hear the videos convey peace and show the true experience. I mostly use GoPros and then the actual camera is a Sony a7iii

  • @taylorhickman84
    @taylorhickman84 Год назад +1

    Looks like so much fun, wish my kayak buddies weren't too chicken shit/lazy to do one of these trips.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Dude check out some local kayaking Facebook groups!

  • @donovannfite5317
    @donovannfite5317 Год назад +1

    Let’s do a SUP Adventure 👊🏽

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Ya know I’ve never SUP’d actually haha

  • @joshlong9673
    @joshlong9673 Год назад +1

    Just discovered your channel & I love it. How do you find where you plan to float & campsites? Are these highly trafficked rivers?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you! I use Google earth and RUclips to watch people who have done particular sections before. We map out mileage and then stop somewhere that has legal riverbed camping. Target islands as there’s less grey area with them

  • @Matt-rt9ws
    @Matt-rt9ws Год назад +1

    great video as always my man!! Been so busy I have yet to get out on a good kayak trip this year. Gonna get some in this fall. How is remote designs going?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +2

      Thank you so much my man! You need to get out there! I like fall the best though so you’re definitely not too far behind. Designing a duffel right now which is going good!

    • @Matt-rt9ws
      @Matt-rt9ws Год назад +1

      @@GatewoodBrown ahhhh snap thats legit dude! You got any release dates? cant wait!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      @@Matt-rt9ws nothing firm but hopefully before year end!

  • @anhtu.nguyen
    @anhtu.nguyen Год назад +1

    Wow

  • @taylortorno4235
    @taylortorno4235 Год назад +1

    Another great video! Do you mind sharing your input and take out locations? I’m planning a trip on Guadalupe for the fall with a small group of friends and we are looking to do a two day trip.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you! This is up near comfort but right now everything is so dry. Can’t do basically any section at this point. So sad! Need a lot of rain by fall

  • @bbrraadd7
    @bbrraadd7 Год назад +1

    Great videos definitely want to go and kayak these rivers! Where do you go to find where it’s legal to camp along the river banks in Texas ?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you! Check out Texas navigation laws, helps to clear up the grey area

  • @abdulkhadir1808
    @abdulkhadir1808 Год назад

    This is one of the best travel video i have seen it seems so Raw that anyone can have a trip like that if proper knowledge
    by the way how many takes did u take to put that vest on

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Wow thanks AK! Really stoked you took the time to watch and leave a comment. This is true, anyone can do a trip like this if you just dedicate the time to plan and execute on it. Dude surprisingly I can get it first time every time haha

  • @AdrianaACalk
    @AdrianaACalk Год назад +1

    I’m here for the slow-no coffee. ;-P How are the mosquitoes for camping in the warmer seasons on the river?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Haha yes! The coffee shots are key when brewing on the river. Got a little crazy with this one!

  • @obijuankenobi420
    @obijuankenobi420 Год назад +1

    Munster cheese is so underrated

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Agreed! It is delicious on everything haha

  • @carsynjarosz3419
    @carsynjarosz3419 Год назад +1

    Absolutely love this content, I actually went out and got all the gear and kayak for these trips and I have just been watching ur videos for tips and tricks bc u have all the local rivers I do, but my main question is how do u get back to ur truck after a 30 mile trip down river?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      Thank you so much! Haha that’s so rad you picked up the gear. The most expensive part for sure!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      We usually do 15 miles over 2 to 3 days and bring multiple cars. If you only have one car then you’ll have to do a boomerang trip like we did in big bend

  • @LUISNIPER
    @LUISNIPER Год назад +1

    It's an amazing video!! one question, what type of sneakers are you using on?

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад +1

      Thank you! These are the astral loyak AC. Love them

    • @LUISNIPER
      @LUISNIPER Год назад

      @@GatewoodBrown Thanks for replying!

  • @imtooflimzy
    @imtooflimzy Год назад +1

    do you like the sportsman 120 or the crescent crew tandem better? im a tall dude looking to get into some chill kayaking and maybe camping and was wondering if you could share your opinion.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      I like the sportsman 120 better, sold the crew since I no longer have a use for it. The seat on the 120 is much more secure so I get better stability. However, the crew has a better hull shape and goes faster. But it’s also a massive boat so it is ever so slightly hard to store and transport.

  • @fishyfishycoral
    @fishyfishycoral Год назад +1

    Great video! A word of ⚠️Warning⚠️ the waterfall you slide over in the beginning can be very dangerous and has been fatal. There is a deep pocket and a strong undertow that one can hold even the strongest of swimmers under. Stay safe, use good judgement . God bless.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  Год назад

      I appreciate the warning! Yes we made sure to have two people ready for rescue in case of an emergency. Luckily all went well!