Winter Solo Camp & Fly Fishing in the Snowy Mountains

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  • Опубликовано: 2 фев 2025

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  • @ScottysGoneWalkabout
    @ScottysGoneWalkabout  Год назад +123

    Alright, as expected, it seems that my views on the issue of wild horses (Brumbies) got a few people riled up. What I said in the vid is only a fraction of what I think on the topic as a whole. But as I was walking I didn’t have the time to say everything I wanted to say. So here’s my thoughts:
    1. Yes, the horses have an important role to play in our modern day heritage. It's not their fault that they're here and it's a bloody shame that we have to cull such a beautiful animal. I would much rather see these animals re-homed than killed. But at the same time, the number of horses are exploding (the reason I even bought up the topic was because I saw close to 100 horses all within 1km from the car. That's a lot of horses.) We need to do something to keep the numbers in check, otherwise they will just keep expanding with no natural predators (except us). As Aussie’s, we should want to promote our unique native wildlife rather than introduced species that exist elsewhere in the world. Would you let pigs/foxes/cane toads/ feral cats etc go unchecked? Probably not. So why horses?
    2. I love the old stockman culture of the High Country, and want to see that heritage carry on. Kosciuszko NP still allows people to bring their own horses to go riding/camping, or you can go on one of the guided horse tours through the park. So the culture is still essentially living on (especially in the surrounding communities) we just don’t need the thousands and thousands of feral horses roaming the park.
    3. I’m not oblivious to the contradiction of me going to fish for non native trout. I would much prefer these rivers to have native fish such as Murray cod.
    4. Yes, we humans do way more damage to the environment than the horses will ever do. Just look at the Snowy Hydro system and the ski resorts in the park. Nothing is perfect. But if we see an issue (feral animals in the park) and have the means and opportunity to control it, then we should.
    5. Playing devils advocate, given that feral animals are here in Australia and most likely not going away, should we consider them apart of a changing ecosystem, soon to be considered native, just like dingoes? I don’t know. Perhaps. Perhaps not. But if we do allow them to stay, then we still need to keep their numbers in check by allowing people to hunt them, even in nationals parks, as we are the only apex predator.
    6. Lastly, quite a few people love to point out that I’m not from the bush and grew up in the outer suburbs of Sydney (I didn’t get to decide where I was born). At least I'm getting out there and enjoying the bush now and I have a strong passion for this country and the way it’s managed.

    • @frumencioreyes4654
      @frumencioreyes4654 Год назад +1

      Estoy de acuerdo con tus puntos de vista en cuanto a las especies invasivas, también aquí en Chiapas tenemos los apicultores enfrentaron la invasión de abejas africanas introducidas por humanos. Saludos

    • @elizabethscott7660
      @elizabethscott7660 Год назад +3

      The problem of excess numbers was solved in Guy Fawkes NP by allowing capture and re-homing of the horses after a disastrous and inhumane eradication program. The dedicated team that keep, train and sell them on are simply amazing. The horses make amazing rides and I can't see why the same strategy won't work in Kozi NP. Their plight is the fault of humans and they deserve a chance at a good life, not indiscriminate slaughter.

    • @djames1345
      @djames1345 Год назад

      Nungar Creek ?

    • @Cortezerino
      @Cortezerino Год назад +2

      I was born and raised in the high country and I agree with everything you said

    • @melissagoode151
      @melissagoode151 Год назад

      I don't disagree with you I just find it wild that you'd rather see kangaroos which are also pests that cause lots of damage

  • @rodgeorge7244
    @rodgeorge7244 Год назад +36

    If there's one thing I've learnt after 50 plus years of fishing and camping in that country don't take any notice of the weather forecast ,thanks for taking us along again Scotty to a beautiful part of our great Country.

  • @laurencetilley9194
    @laurencetilley9194 Год назад +25

    I have spent a lot of time in the bush, and I am with you Scotty, the brumbies, pigs, goats, and deer have to be strictly managed or they have to go. The destruction they cause to the bush is horrendous. Thanks for sharing.

  • @linzimacdonald1580
    @linzimacdonald1580 Год назад +22

    Pretty impressed you drive all that way for one night camping in the freezing cold to film a video. 👍🏽

  • @ERIKOFFTRACK
    @ERIKOFFTRACK Год назад +13

    Hooking the dead cat was classic mate, thats about my level of fishing lol. 100% agree about the feral horses, its a shame the issue has become so polarised. Also a shame we dont hear more recognition of or interest in the rich indigenous history of the high country which goes back many more thousands of years.

  • @jeffgreene911
    @jeffgreene911 Год назад +11

    Great that you spoke out on the feral animal issue that rages across the landscape. The horses, pigs, dear have no place. When I saw you videoing the horse's I was hoping you would say something. Well done.

    • @djames1345
      @djames1345 Год назад

      The first nations people want the same
      Are you and your family history immigrants / non native - reflect on yourself and be honest to yourself / opinion post
      Do you have a place in australia

    • @MrEnroh
      @MrEnroh Год назад

      ​@@djames1345mate that is not in the same ballpark. Get off your figurative high horse and take your combative comments elsewhere.

  • @zackleclair5195
    @zackleclair5195 Год назад +24

    Seeing you camp in one extreme brings me joy. I'm from Canada and have spent 4 days camping in 3 feet or approximately a meter of snow at -45 Celsius. Your videos are amazing.

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 Год назад +1

      That's CRAZY !
      It never gets below -5 in 95% of Australia !

  • @mozdickson
    @mozdickson Год назад +2

    Agree 100% on your comments re proliferation of horses in what is supposed to be a National Park. Beautiful filming thanks.

  • @Nitroso_0
    @Nitroso_0 Год назад +4

    Love your vids right before bed, great way to wind down after a long day. Appreciate all you do to make these vids.

  • @robertcroll6546
    @robertcroll6546 Год назад +5

    What a pleasure watching you. From bushcraft to UL, your growing love for the Manaro and the high country.

  • @brianbuzzen
    @brianbuzzen Год назад +2

    The still shots near the fire are so beautiful, Thanks for this, great work.

  • @christinesouth547
    @christinesouth547 Год назад +2

    Definitely think we've grown to understand just how much damage the brumbies have done to the environment (and of course the feral pigs, deer, foxes, rabbits etc).
    Unfortunately when the conditions are great animals flourish, and it's the same with feral animals.
    Definitely a difficult conversation, but when it's an introduced species vs a native animal facing extinction we know what the right choice is.
    Great video. High country definitely looks like it is worth a visit!

  • @jenesisjones6706
    @jenesisjones6706 Год назад +1

    I agree wholeheartedly about the brumbies!

  • @elizabethscott7660
    @elizabethscott7660 Год назад +1

    I love winter camping and it has been most of the camping I've done. Often during hunting and pig capture and eradication on local properties. There's nothing quite as beautiful as winter's crisp air, clear night skies, bathing in ice cold creeks, and meals around the fire. Rabbit fur lined gloves are the best for keeping hands warm. I'm going to watch this video more than once. You're the best. Thank you.

  • @tjbrunson
    @tjbrunson Год назад +3

    Love to see a Benchmade in an Australian video! I'm from the hometown of Benchmade and I've been using that exact same knife for so many years!

  • @josephharding1327
    @josephharding1327 Год назад +1

    You always pick a beautiful place to camp. We’re so lucky to see your videos. Thank you

  • @GoingSoloOutdoors
    @GoingSoloOutdoors Год назад +4

    Great video as always. Can’t go wrong with the bugout. Such a fantastic lightweight knife!

  • @Greg-oq5vc
    @Greg-oq5vc Год назад +59

    Great video Scotty. Totally support your comments on the feral animals. The large brumby population is devastating to the fragile high country environment, especially around watercourses as you depicted.

  • @masodimontagna3771
    @masodimontagna3771 Год назад +3

    Wow what a spectacular nature, animals, very beautiful and diverse vegetation ☺👍🙏

  • @kevinho9544
    @kevinho9544 Год назад +1

    Beautiful photos. Thanks Scotty.

  • @susanalbone5101
    @susanalbone5101 Год назад +2

    Thanks again for sharing. Take care, be safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

  • @michaelibbotson1274
    @michaelibbotson1274 Год назад +3

    Wow that national park definitely need to make a donation to the glue factory.

  • @ladyadventurer5095
    @ladyadventurer5095 Год назад +2

    Scotty, you just have the magic, man.... I truly love watching your magic, so beautifully put together, so professional. You are indeed a ambassador for Australia. Dead Cat blues, eh? Haha! Cheers!

  • @danielcheffins3666
    @danielcheffins3666 Год назад +18

    Good on you for bringing up the subject of brumbies. A polarising subject that no one seems to have an answer to. Given the amount you counted on one plain, the overall population most be huge. Yes they have a place in the snowy mountains but the damage hard hoofed animals do to our fragile ecosystem is devastating. We have similar issues in Victoria with deer.

  • @TheSillySwagman
    @TheSillySwagman Год назад

    Hahaha holy shit 😂😂
    The dead cat… man, that got me so good 😂😂

  • @OldGoatStillGoing
    @OldGoatStillGoing Год назад +2

    A poor day fishing is still better than the best day at work:-)

  • @timchilman
    @timchilman Год назад

    Love it.

  • @OldBenjaminKenobi
    @OldBenjaminKenobi Год назад +1

    Just love these videos mate, feel like I’m alongside for the journey in everyone.

  • @MrBodhysatva
    @MrBodhysatva Год назад +1

    ❤❤love Australia with snow 😊thanks for share mate

  • @Joshhhdoddd
    @Joshhhdoddd Год назад +1

    We need to be across the board with feral animals. If it’s good enough to cull deer it’s good enough to cull horses, that also goes for trout, they’re non native after all.

    • @timandkylie6651
      @timandkylie6651 Год назад

      That is a very interesting point. I will say that poison should have no place in feral control

  • @ChrisIsOutside
    @ChrisIsOutside Год назад

    catching that deadcat was amazing! i have one too and I really understand the precision behind that

  • @sleepydutchie
    @sleepydutchie Год назад

    Music was amazing. Thanks Scotty for the new tunes.

  • @stevensclongberg6266
    @stevensclongberg6266 Год назад +1

    Same horse problem in Barrington tops unfortunately

  • @English.Andy1
    @English.Andy1 Год назад +5

    Fear not Scotty the days soon will become longer & hotter for you, as we in the UK begin our course to another winter. Beautiful country, the high country. So fortunate to explore these incredible places. Thanks for sharing buddy & take care out there.

  • @teeeff5179
    @teeeff5179 Год назад

    another good one Scotty, thank you. loved the stills of the night sky! 👍✌🖖

  • @EmceeZippy
    @EmceeZippy Год назад

    Love the addition of your photography in the vids Scotty! Awesome vid as always

  • @hanfiball4136
    @hanfiball4136 Год назад +1

    Your videos remind me to think about the important things in life, the little adventures along the way, and not to fokus on societies burdens like school, uni, work etc too much

  • @andytweed5651
    @andytweed5651 Год назад +7

    I went walking through the National Park over easter and the damage from the brumbies was immense.
    Over our 4 days we saw literally hundreds. The mountains if horse scat really ruined parts of the experience!
    The only feral animal protected in a national park in the world!

  • @cookscatapults
    @cookscatapults Год назад

    Hahahaha Awesomenessssss....Thanks for the Beautiful scenery and Great ending with the Wind Screen hahaha

  • @daffman1
    @daffman1 Год назад +2

    Awesome video Scotty! Love the photos 👍

  • @Max-lf4br
    @Max-lf4br Год назад

    Amazing video Scotty! Loving the addition of all the extra links in the description.

  • @swingsloth
    @swingsloth Год назад +1

    Nice video, Scotty. Almost enough to make me get off the couch again myself.

  • @liamsaunders7851
    @liamsaunders7851 Год назад

    Top stuff as always Scotty!! Thanks again for taking us along on another adventure!! Yewwww!!!
    -Liam 🇦🇺 🤙🏿🤙🏿

  • @Jimmcgregorphotography
    @Jimmcgregorphotography Год назад +1

    Well at least you caught something Scotty. Lol. Bad luck mate. Still a wonderful location, thanks for sharing

  • @wm6882
    @wm6882 Год назад +3

    a measured well thougtht out opinion that considers all angles will always get backlash from folks who run on emotion and not reason.... keep up the good work mate.

  • @jasonmcnamara1745
    @jasonmcnamara1745 Год назад +2

    In the last couple weeks iv seen more copper heads then anything else. I been fishing eucumbene 7degrees and seen 2 snakes almost stepped on one

  • @Intermax.Camping
    @Intermax.Camping Год назад

    Wow, what beautiful scenery, I can’t wait to get out to the vic high country

  • @cz287cj
    @cz287cj Год назад +1

    australia is so beautiful

  • @mspager6756
    @mspager6756 Год назад

    Love your work Scott

  • @GeoterricsOutdoorsAustralia
    @GeoterricsOutdoorsAustralia Год назад

    Great video Scotty - love the high country

  • @scottishalwaysdixie1638
    @scottishalwaysdixie1638 Год назад +2

    Beautiful only thing at the end was missing the rain however enjoyed that frm Scotland UK

  • @tcadz
    @tcadz Год назад

    Nice vid Scotty. I have explored the high country for 20 years and always enjoy seeing the brumbies.

  • @samtimms4560
    @samtimms4560 Год назад

    Awesome to watch mate. This is in my backyard now and hope to get out amongst it. You make it look so easy. Cheers.

  • @OutdoorsmanDave
    @OutdoorsmanDave Год назад

    Love that music from Josh Garrels, thanks for introducing it 🙏

  • @scottashley3830
    @scottashley3830 Год назад

    Your an absolute legend Scotty, keep up the good work ❤

  • @chrishayman1747
    @chrishayman1747 Год назад +1

    Beautiful long exposure shots Scotty!

  • @patsimon12
    @patsimon12 Год назад +1

    Great to hear some Josh Garrels in the sound track!

  • @tianikane3312
    @tianikane3312 Год назад +89

    I'm totally with you Scotty on the feral horses issue. We need to get rid of the 'brumbies' word and call them what they are. Feral horses. There are plenty of other places for them, not the National Parks. Horse culture is only the last few hundred years of Australian history, whereas the other animals represent thousands and thousands of years of our natural history

    • @popbear1976
      @popbear1976 Год назад

      Hi. Why are they called brumbies?

    • @popbear1976
      @popbear1976 Год назад +1

      @HerrKapitanSebas hi, thanks for the info. The more you know...

    • @paulcox9366
      @paulcox9366 Год назад +8

      Shooting them from a helicopter and leaving them half dead isn't The answer tho

    • @cameronprior6190
      @cameronprior6190 Год назад

      ​@@paulcox9366I'm with you but what do you prepose they do?

    • @djames1345
      @djames1345 Год назад

      TK
      Have a comment when you have been to the exact location
      I have - there is minimal damage
      Bet you live where the was once a paddock. Your dwelling is damage to the environment - but bet you feel deserving to own it and do want you self deserve
      If your not a first nation people, you’re non native

  • @4x4andfishing
    @4x4andfishing Год назад +3

    Not sure when you did this but egg patterns are the go this time of year.
    Still a great little adventure

  • @atcay81
    @atcay81 Год назад +1

    Top notch upload as always Scotty 😊...Grab some hand warmers to chuck in your sleeping bag at your feet and all around if needed 🙌

  • @marto_sauce9564
    @marto_sauce9564 Год назад

    Lol the fly hitting the deadcat was great 😂

  • @mickwatson2177
    @mickwatson2177 Год назад +3

    If you must remove the horses, trap them by mustering. As for pigs and deer allow Sporting Shooters Association Australia members into national parks to control this vermin. I am sure it wouldn't be that hard to set a permit system up that only lasted 2 weeks for example. We can't even carry guns in these parks. Perfect haven, no shooters. Need I say more? Cheers 👍 🐕 🤠

  • @perfectspotfishing
    @perfectspotfishing Год назад

    This is so beautiful and inspiring! good job🤘🤙

  • @bruceparr1678
    @bruceparr1678 Год назад

    There is some great canoeing in the Goodradigbee..

  • @grantohalloran1667
    @grantohalloran1667 4 месяца назад

    Great video mate - u have inspired me to get back out there

  • @BlackshacksBushcraft
    @BlackshacksBushcraft Год назад

    Wow. That night sky! ❤edit: catching the mic cracked me up. 😂🤣

  • @rachelhilfers6953
    @rachelhilfers6953 Год назад +1

    agree on the brumby issue, no predators except humans to kill them so there is no natural way to keep their numbers low enough to keep the feed available for the rest of the wildlife going forward, not to mention being hard footed animals they will overtime degrade the land.

  • @jchai1343
    @jchai1343 Год назад

    Another beautiful video!!

  • @zacsfishingchannel4917
    @zacsfishingchannel4917 Год назад +1

    Awesome video man beautiful scenery 👍✌️

  • @michaelreppion5
    @michaelreppion5 Год назад

    Hi Scotty. I know the region you were talking about. Nungar Ck . I also have tried and found the fishing tough here. The upper Murrumbidgee nearby plus other tributaries can be easier.
    I agree the destruction of the river banks in the upper M is horrendous. The horses feed in the river itself and destroy the banks.
    Tough issue and a problem around Tantangara is the commercial horse trekking and the brumbies are a major attraction.
    The mythology stands against the reality of feral horses.
    Love your trips.

  • @DirtFishMish
    @DirtFishMish Год назад +2

    Great vid! That moment of hooking the deadcat was quite the incident to capture on film - I too am glad that your whole rig didn't follow suit into the water, but what a clip!! Lovely scenery up there. Cheers Scotty :)

  • @brendenmannix3665
    @brendenmannix3665 Год назад +1

    Understand comment as on brumbies but should apply to trout then also....

  • @nixferguson7323
    @nixferguson7323 Год назад

    Love yr videos thks man 😊👌👍 waiting for those yummy cooked breakfast like you did before 🤞

  • @lenlemaic7849
    @lenlemaic7849 Год назад +1

    Scotty don't know whether that small stream is classified as fly fishing only, if it isn't, try a few worms on a bubble float and I'm sure you won't be disappointed. In my heart the Australian high country is a religious place. Thank you for sharing your adventure.

  • @scottashley3830
    @scottashley3830 Год назад

    Yep Scotty feral horses must go!!😮

  • @harvosau1996
    @harvosau1996 Год назад

    you have the best aussie fly content

  • @simonford3970
    @simonford3970 Год назад +3

    I have never "commented" on social media in my life though you pretty much just summed up the brumby issue for me.

  • @MartindAvoine-xu4jh
    @MartindAvoine-xu4jh Год назад +1

    Awesome episode ❤🇦🇺

  • @LundysWildcampBushcraft
    @LundysWildcampBushcraft Год назад

    Cracking video scotty you live in a fantastic place atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍

  • @jackmac2252
    @jackmac2252 Год назад +4

    Your a good fella scotty. If more people had an umderstanding of ecosystems they may understand your view on the horses.

  • @nathantaylor41
    @nathantaylor41 Год назад

    Awesome videos mate :) please keep it up :)

  • @OG-Paul-Valentine
    @OG-Paul-Valentine Год назад

    In the winter when the water temps are colder your best bet for catching fish is going to be nymphing right on the bottom. Most fish will be holding deep in the deepest runs and pools. Use a strike indicator with a heavy beaded Nymph. Skip the dry dropper. Unless you see fish rising or flies coming off the water a dry fly isn't going to be effective.

  • @marto_sauce9564
    @marto_sauce9564 Год назад +1

    Someone already said it but eggs and nymphs are the go this time of year unless u see fish rise. The cooler months they tend to eat subsurface. Awesome vid as always Scotty!

  • @robertmadramootoo822
    @robertmadramootoo822 Год назад

    Great video, I really enjoyed the still shots you took of the stars. I also started eating Kiwi with the skins within the last few years, it taste great!

    • @sonyavincent7450
      @sonyavincent7450 Год назад

      Once you've crossed to the dark side there's no going back! From New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • @jasonreid611
    @jasonreid611 Год назад

    Those nighttime photos alone were worth checking in.

  • @seanharwood974
    @seanharwood974 6 месяцев назад

    Great clip and I agree with you 100% on the feral animal issue

  • @frankvehafric5062
    @frankvehafric5062 Год назад

    Starting to look like a proper fly fisherman now. It's addictive.

  • @dgrad
    @dgrad Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this great video. Did you check the water temperature? a small thermometer would fit easily in your fishing pack. Sometimes cold water temps like after a recent snow melt will slow the trout down and bunch them up in the deeper holes.

  • @Judy-fi7ce
    @Judy-fi7ce Год назад +5

    Greetings from Wisconsin, USA! Loved the nighttime view of the stars and Milky Way! So beautiful. The other highlight was when you hooked your mic muff. So funny. We're just coming into summer here so it will be interesting to watch your snow camping. Your videos are always great! Hoo Roo!!

  • @timandkylie6651
    @timandkylie6651 Год назад

    First time watching your channel.
    Great vid. Loved it.
    Josh Garrels 👍 very nice touch.

  • @camhaines5482
    @camhaines5482 Год назад +1

    Nice one Scotty. I don't know much about fishing in Australia but its winter there so I am not sure how many flies would be available for the trout. I would use a Wooly Bugger this time of year. Remember - "Match the Hatch".

  • @claressarichardson1374
    @claressarichardson1374 Год назад

    Insanely jealous of this short video. Camping in fresh snow is still my #1 fantasy. Pretty sure I live in the only place in the world where seeing real snow is like seeing an Australian Pine in one of your videos….never happens ever😅

  • @djames1345
    @djames1345 Год назад +1

    Scott is fishing Tantangara Creek or just very very nearby. One view in the vid you can see what appears to be Tantangara creek
    Go there and see the damage horses aren’t doing - its very minimal compared to what the human can do
    Remember theres approximately 300 horses up there and 3 million people enter that national park a year.
    The human proves to be selfish by wanting access but keep what they want out

    • @ScottysGoneWalkabout
      @ScottysGoneWalkabout  Год назад +2

      Not you again. There is waaayyyy more than 300 horses in the high country. If you think that's true then you're delusional haha. I saw close to 100 on this trip alone. Also, this wasn't Tantangara Ck.

  • @mudgutzadventures436
    @mudgutzadventures436 Год назад +2

    2:14
    When you've gotta go 😂

  • @gavinpeters6402
    @gavinpeters6402 Год назад +2

    We should be trying to rid this country of all pest and introduced species and bring back our amazing natives, bring back our landscapes to how they should be.
    Great video.

    • @djames1345
      @djames1345 Год назад

      The first nations people want the same
      Are you and your family history immigrants / non native - reflect on yourself and be honest to yourself / opinion post

    • @gavinpeters6402
      @gavinpeters6402 Год назад

      @@djames1345 I am quite familiar with what First Nations people want. I am also quite familiar with what has been lost over the past 250 years. Maybe you could reflect on yourself,

  • @ImDizzo
    @ImDizzo Год назад

    Bit of Josh Garrels in the background 👌. Love it mate!

  • @MoonKnightH8
    @MoonKnightH8 Год назад

    I’m so glad you say hooroo. I say it all the time but a lot of Australians nowadays don’t know the word or what it means haha

  • @brektuss
    @brektuss Год назад +1

    would love to tag along on a walkabout.
    Thank you for the awesome content!

  • @ColinMcCormack
    @ColinMcCormack Год назад +2

    You're right about the feral horses. We need them culled in the NP

  • @budget-adventure
    @budget-adventure Год назад +1

    Do you have a issue with your titanium fork scratching your titanium pan? It’s a shame city slickers punt on the horses yet Champaign for wild brumbies to be left alone but they are a destructive force and should be culled.

    • @ScottysGoneWalkabout
      @ScottysGoneWalkabout  Год назад

      I actually find it's quite often people from the bush who want to keep the brumbies around. And nah no real issue with the titanium fork scratching the pan.