Solo Camping | Bear Encounter, Otters, Peak Spring Bird Migration
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- I get very lucky on a two night solo camping and canoe trip seeking out birds and wildlife in the Canadian backcountry.
Camera - Sony A74
Wide angle lens: Sigma 16mm f1.4
Lens: Sony G master 70 - 200 f2.8
Lens: Sony G 200 - 600 f 5.6-6.3
Second Camera - Sony RX100
Max, I came because of your brother, but I have stayed because of your amazing, peaceful videos. I watch these to relax and unwind. Thank you.
Hey, Marc! Thank you for the kind words - hearing that one of my videos helps someone relax is just about as good as it gets for feedback. Cheers and thanks for watching!
Best way to relax on a Friday evening…watch a Budnick brother.
I'm honored! :)
Or a Monday morning before work
Yes. 😊
Any day.... everyday 😊
We thoroughly enjoyed the birds and animals...your love for creation, and your ability to use the great equipment that you have! Thank you!!!
Hello, Paul and Hazel! Thank you for watching and for the kind comment. Cheers!
Amazing Captures Max. It did not disappoint and outdid my expectations as well. So many animals, creatures and beauty. Love how the camera makes you slow down, be patient and really enjoy and observe in a deeper way. Keep it up. Cheers
Thanks brother, it was a funny one to edit. Wasn't really sure how to approach it at first. Glad you liked it! On to editing our trip now. look forward to seeing your version
I kr.. how does he Jawst go to my homegrown essentially what I need to get a new guy in the future and then what is it worth for us to get something that already..
Our family loves your videos and appreciate the IDs you provide. The bird ID’d as a Robin was actually the “Drink Your Tea” bird, the Towhee, and the two waterfowl ID’d as snow geese were actually trumpeter swans.
Hello, John! Yeah I dropped the ball a bit on labelling the birds this trip. I did it late at night and wasn't too sharp. Will be much more careful in the future. Thanks for the comment - I really enjoy hearing you watch it as a family. Great vibes! Cheers!
This video was clearly made for Maxim to show off his photography skills - and I'm all for it!
Thanks, man!! :)
What an awesome video again Maxim. You have such a great eye for nature and taking pictures of them, like eternalizing(is that a word?..lols) it. And nature seems to allow you and want you to do it.
I keep your videos in a special folder and watch them sometimes on repeat, turn the volume up and chill and listen to the water splashing, wind, birds, and animals and appreciate the pristine Canadian wildlife...thank you for such amazing work...🌟💫❤️👍🇨🇦😎
Hey Fernando! Thank you for another wonderful comment. It's really wonderful to think that you would save my videos to enjoy on repeat like that. I am very honored! Thank you again!
@maximbudnick ..The honor is mine and everyone else that watches them, Mr. Maxim Budnick!.. Your videos are high-level frequency...🌟💫✌️🙏👍😎
Thank you again for the kind words, my friend!
How refreshing, an atypical video with a focus on wildlife and the environment, rather than fishing and cooking. Thanks!
Thank you, John. Glad you liked the focus - I was concerned it would be lackluster to views - compared to the more cooking/fishing centric videos. All the best and I appreciate that feedback. Cheers!
Watching your videos for the first time on a friend's advice. We have watched the Baird brothers for years. Great photography, especially for the bird lovers. Glad Noah told me about you.
Hello, Jack! Welcome to my channel - I appreciate you stopping by. Please send Noah my thanks for the recommendation :) I've also watched the Bairds for years and it's funny to be doing trips with them now. All the best!
Absolutely stunning, every detail perfect down to the steaming kettle. Loved it.
Thank you, Steven! Cheers
dude u have such a zen aura to your personality .keep doing what u love and more love and power to you cause im here for it .cheers!!!!!!!
Thank, man! I appreciate you stopping by. Cheers!
Awesome footage of the wildlife. The birds are my favorite!
Thanks, Ryan! Hard to choose favorites but the birds were so beautiful on this trip. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing all this wildlife, and adding the names to the birds seen. Really enjoyed it.
Thank you, Ellen! Happy to hear you enjoyed it :) I'll keep that in mind and do more of the bird labeling in the future. Cheers!
Thanks!
Thank you, Sandra!
Watching this at work, keeps me calm and from acting out towards my co-workers. Thank you. 😂
Haha so I'm doing your coworkers a service! Tell them you're welcome for me :D Cheers!
There is Magic in this piece. Finding a niche in Wildlife photography? Thank you for the pictures and bird songs. I live in the country with many of these same birds and animals - This is a good reminder to stop for a moment and look and listen.
I'm certainly developing an interest in the wildlife photography. I'm really hoping it's something people want to see . Thank you for watching, Dale!
yay, another video! Love it, there's so much soul in your production. I feel like I was there with you. Thank you Maxim
Thank you, K. It's wonderful to share and feel a connection with people who watched. I appreciate you taking the time to share your appreciation. All the best!
You certainly have the eye and the soul of a naturalist. Thanks.
Thank you, David. That's a very nice compliment. Cheers!
Bird and animal watching with Max! Thanks again for taking us along.
My pleasure, JB!
@@maximbudnick You've got well deserved 12k subscribers now! Congrats!! Cheers to you getting more.
Thanks, JB!
I love this aspect of your videos also. Bring ‘‘em on.
Thank you, Cindy :) Glad you enhoyed that one as well. Just started editing my next one - of a trip with my brother. Cheers!
Brilliant as always
Thank you, Alan!
As one of my favorite groups sing ...... Because I get a peaceful easy feeling! And I know you won't let us down! 😊😊😊.
My pleasure as usual, Michael!! Cheers! :)
Cheers Max!! 😊😊
This video is absolutely spectacular. You have some divine luck when it comes to wildlife sightings haha
Thank you! Luck seems to follow often (though not always) when you create the opportunity. Glad you enjoyed this one. Thank you again!
Some great wildlife captures there Max. Beautifully done as always.
Thanks Keenan! I saw your Instagram post of you going on a two week solo recently. Where did you go?
@@maximbudnick got back a few days ago from woodland caribou provincial park. You’ll have to go tripping there sometime. I’m sure you’d absolutely love it.
@@CanoeTheNorth Man I really have been meaning to. Especially after you spoke about it on our trip. Would love to do the bloodvein latter this year if possible.
@@maximbudnick looks like a beautiful river. Water levels seemed really low this year so you might want to make that trip as early as possible. Would be an amazing trip though.
Ah, the man revealed. A true connoisseur of nature. Right on.
Thanks Dave!
So many great shots... amazing video!👍👍👍
Thank you very much! Cheers!
New to your channel and live it. I spent 30 years and as many trips into the BWCAW of Minnesota and enjoyed the sights you shared. It is as much of a religious or back to nature experience as one can get. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Teri! I couldn't agree more. I love that there is a spiritual feeling in appreciating nature that we can all tap into - and that allows people with completely different beliefs to feel a connection and understanding of each other. Thanks for stopping by! I have not been in the BWCAQ per se, but Quetico is one of my favorite places of all time :)
Wow, Maxim Geographic 😂. Thoroughly enjoyed this footage. I just love the blue of the tree swallow, and orange of the oriole. Thanks.
Thank you, Derek! The colors on those birds really is unbelievable. Can't wait to get out there again. Thanks for stopping by :)
I love that you're a cool dude who's into birds
Cheers, dude! And thanks for stopping by
this is amazing and my favorite so far 💗
That's nice to hear! Cheers and thanks for stopping by!
Beautiful young Max
Thanks Patti 🙂
Best part about this vid is that you capture “the sound of nothing” you get in nature. All you hear is nature, nothing more, so sick.
Hard to describe to those who’ve never left the city…….
Fire upload as always Mr.Max 🙏
Hey Snuggles! Thank you very much for the kind words. Hope you've been well
Honestly man your quiet but very knowledgeable! In all yours and Xanders video you are well spoken! Hope you had a great time Max!
I'll be honest there is a lot more of the less articulate stuff - it just gets cut haha. I appreciate it though, thanks man!
@@maximbudnick Haha I’m sure, I’m planning a trip to do the Mississauga River gotta drive all the way from Tennessee.
@@BeauVanHooser Amazing Beau! thats awesome brother. When you say Mississauga do you mean the 5- 7 day trip down the mississagi river or the 1- 2 day trip down mississagua river in the kawarthras?
@@maximbudnick probably the 1-2 day trip would love for you join if you’d be able to! Haha I’m joking but it would be cool to learn camera shooting and camping skills from you!
This was such a beautiful film. You’re finding your special interest spot. Loved it. Please do more❤❤❤
Thank you for the kind words, Wendy! :)
I haven't seen a back country birding photography video before. This is super well done. Nice job!
Hey there, Jason. Glad you enjoyed it! Was worried most people would be interested primarily in camping, and might find the wildlife shots dull. All the best and thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Cheers!
Very nice ☺👍🙏
Thank you, my friend! Cheers!
The passion and deep respect that you have for wildlife is palpable. Thanks for taking us along.
My pleasure! Hope you've been well!
Wow, Max… I found you from your brother. It boggles my mind that you don’t have a better following. Xander surely has the personality for a big subscriber base but your filming and editing is some of the best I’ve seen. You capture nature in a different way than Xander and other creators. Keep doing what you are doing because your films are beautiful. Budnick brothers for life baby!!!
Hello, Cole! Yeah it's easy to see why Xander does so well - he really has that larger than life personality thing going for him. I'll be happy if my growth continues slow and steady... Thanks for watching and for the encouraging comment - it is very much appreciated. Cheers!
That was a Blanding's Turtle, it's on the endangered species list. Wonderful video ❤
Hello, Kelly! Yes it was a joy to see it! I reported the sighting to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. :)
Great video! You got wonderful footage of wildlife and birds. I especially enjoyed the otter. What you called a Snow Goose (has black wingtips), though, is actually a Trumpeter Swan (all white). Awesome find!
Hello, Sue! Thank you for letting me know about it being a trumpeter swan. A bit of a careless mistake on my part! Glad you enjoyed the video! Cheers!
Great video Max ... at 15:36 Trumpeter Swans 👍🏻
Yeah I know... My bad :/ I should add errata to the description on this on... Thanks for watching though, and glad you enjoyed :)
Thanks for sharing, that was a joy to watch.
My pleasure, James. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful filming.
Thank you, Jonathan!
I love it when you get into artist mode, Maxim, you’re so good.
You are too kind, Michael! Thank you!
I’ll second the opinion of “Triple G”; absolutely nothing beats Mother Nature and all her creatures, big and small! Loved the way you captured the playful otter, that’s their profile; playful, curious, gregarious. That’s your power animal Max, bravo on your excellent photography.
Thank you, Nicholas. Yes there is something very special about otters - one of my very favorites. Thanks for stopping by!
Beautiful video.
Thank you very much, John!
One of my favorite videos 😊 the relaxing vibe with the beautiful wildlife! Thank you Max for your time and work
Thank you, Saiyan! My pleasure :)
Really enjoyed this 👏 good work Max 🤙
Thank you, Colm! Cheers! ✌️
I thoroughly enjoyed the nature video. I do that on my property in AZ. I've photographed bird varieties , ground squirrels , rabbits , lizards , desert tortoises , Roadrunners, Gamble Quail with their babies etc..
Thank you for sharing ! 😊
Natures great !
That sounds like a dream! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello, Annemarie!
National Geographic has nothing on you, Maxim!!! Bravo for a very professional and inspiring wildlife video….
Haha not quite, but I'll take it as a high compliment. Thanks for stopping by, Scottie. Much appreciated!
l loved this video...very relaxing
Thank you for the kind words, Barbaranne! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Great stuff. So often we just don’t take the time to really look, listen, and appreciate the wildlife around us.
Well said Kevin I totally agree!
Awesome ! 👍😎🇨🇦
Thank you, Marian! :)
Just came back from an overnight canoe camping trip and saw your video. The moment I saw the moon scene I knew this was going to be a great episode and I clicked the like button without even finishing the entire video. :)
haha thanks a lot, man ! Really appreciate the support! :)
That was a super video Max. Can't wait to see the next one.
Thank you, Maggie! I am currently editing the next one - a really fun river trip with my brother, and two friends who are also brothers! Cheers!
@@maximbudnick Yes, I saw Xander's version of the canoe trip. It was super awesome and again, can't wait to see your upload from that trip.
It's coming along... Half edited at the moment, but I'm off on yet another trip with Xander. Will try to finish the last video quickly when I am back in a couple of days. Take care, Maggie!
Very good video! Lots of great wildlife shots. The birds you have listed as snow geese are actually trumpeter swans, and the bird near the end you have as a robin is actually another towhee. Keep up the good work!
Hi Jason! Yeah, I know... I left the labels to the end of a long stretch of editing and got a little sloppy with it. Will definitely be more careful in the future. I actually almost labeled on of the duck incorrectly on the video I posted last night. I clearly have to keep an eye out for these kinds of details... Glad you enjoyed the shots, and thanks for watching!!
Max this video was absolutely magical,I was frightened to breath in case I scared the otter. I really loved this it’s very different from your camping trips with Zander and your friends this was beautiful thank you. ❤ sending best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺
Hello, Debra! Thank you for that nice comment! Yes, a lot quieter (and less funny) when Xander isn't around :) Next video is a river trip with Xander and two of our friends who are also brothers. Best wishes from Canada! 🦫
Absolutely stunning. That makes two of us, now!
Thanks for highlighting the natural beauty of the Otter scene… amongst all the other incredible encounters you captured.
The otter really was such a treat! Thanks for watching, Mark. Hope you've been well!
Beautiful video. Really love your nature inspired vision. Peaceful, delicate, exquisite ❤
Thank you, Terrie! That's a very nice comment :)
Therapeutic for sure. Ready for part 2
Hey Blake! Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for stopping by :)
I’ve watched many of your videos and finally felt the need to comment. After a lifetime of work, family, and other commitments, I have finally reengaged in canoeing and photography from my teenage years ( now pushing 60). The technology is completely different- no rolling my own 35mm canisters, developing film in a basement darkroom and learning dodging and burning techniques. Your photography and videography is excellent and inspiring. You are what I would call an “old soul”. Keep at it and I hope to cross paddles with you some day. Cheers.
Thanks a lot for you kind words! Super happy to hear that you are back at it canoeing and photography. There is an endless world to explore through the lens. See you out there!
Your videography is so pure , I feel like I'm there.💛
What a nice comment! Thank you so much!
Didn't know you had such a nice telephoto lens and were so into wildlife videography :) Great trip!
Hi Chreys! It's my first video using it! :)
I always find it amazing spotting animals out in nature. But then I think for every animal I spot how many see me that I don't see.
Absolutely. A great example of that is shining a headlamp on the ground at night and observing all the little reflected lights of spiders eyes - you'd never know they were there even if you were looking for them
What a beautiful video, Max. Nature in action. Such a rich habitat. You can't help but to have a smile on your face. I just love otters. Naming those beautiful birds was so helpful. Thank you so much for this soulful experience. I almost felt like I was there. Safe travels and blessings.
Thank you for your kind words!
Thank you for sharing this beautiful video. Nothing beats nature. The scenery, the sounds and the sights are absolutely stunning! Take care. Much ❤
Thank you! All the best!!
That Oriole was a good catch there at the end. I’m glad you were able to see one. Such a striking bird to see in the wild.
It really was! Such an incredibly bright orange - I was blown away!
Nice..i love u both brothers xamder and maxim...over powerful bros ❤️
Thank you very much, my friend! Cheers
Awesome footage man
Thanks, Rob! Cheers buddy!
You had me at, "Peak Spring Bird Migration"! Congrats on your first Baltimore Oriole! I was hoping that the Rose-breasted Grosbeak was going to pop out for you. Gotta say, I was drooling over your equipment Lens envy is very, very real!!! I shoot Canon and have a 400mm prime, but it has given up the ghost. Really enjoyed this and hope to see more wildlife in the future!
Thanks! I recently picked the Sony 200-600 up and absolutely love it.
Love the Video , Can watch it over and over and over etc It was fun to watch because brought out my Book of birds.
My favourite was the Great Blue Heron. Around 7:12 Nicely Done Your videography is unmatched , I enjoy the narrative also.
Hey Darrel! How are you? The blue herons never get old! They're such elegant lanky creatures. Thanks for watching! :)
I'm only halfway thru this, but must stop to thank you for how your artistic eye captures beautiful nature to share with us! And what a treat to hear my very favorite birdsong from the red-winged blackbirds! Okay, on to the rest of the show haha!
Hello, Kel! How have you been? You are so kind - thank you! Hope you enjoy the second half as much as the first! :)
Such a chill vibe. You certainly were able to see an abundance of wildlife on this little trip. As an avid bird watcher myself, I appreciate not having to deal with the moquitoes and blackflies this time of year by watching videos like yours.
Thanks, Ponds! I felt really lucky on this trip!
Hey there Found
Ponds! Did you finally evict those messy robins? I think mine will be here another 2 weeks or so. I laugh so hard when I come home from work to have Mom and Dad yapping at me to stay away from MY house!
Also, do you know if robins will re-use this same nest a few times or can we hose it down from the bay window roof? Sorry for the interruption Max lol
Haha love that - they're yapping for you to stay away from your own house
Man you deserve more subs! Your consistency and kindness is admirable. Much respect to you Max
Thank you! You're very kind :)
You're living my dream. Keep doing what you're doing so I can live vicariously through it!
Makes me happy to hear! :) Thank you
I truly think you and your brother are kicking butt when it comes to nature/canoe camping/adventure stuff in our Canadian wilderness, god bless you!
Thank you very much!
Beautifully captured as always! Nice to see you back in the land of lakes, connected by rivers, with the occasional stream/swamp thrown in for variety. 😅 Also liked the reflections on patience, vhich of course is a virtue, but means so much more when you're feeding the evil vampire airborne the whole time. 😮
Haha thanks Gord! The real reason I go out there at all is to feed the vampires 🤣
Love this. Nature immersion and appreciation. You captured it so well, not easy to do.
Thanks! You've got some really nice fishing videos. Cheers!
Loved your video, very relaxing and stress reducing. I have been watching for a while and had to tell you that I enjoy watching your videos!
Hello, Jim! Comments like yours mean a lot to me, so I really appreciate that you took the time to stop by! Hearing that my video was stress reducing is one of the best compliments I could receive because I think of all the times that someone else's video did that for me when I felt trapped indoors, and I was grateful. Feels like paying it forward in a way. Cheers and thank you again!
Beautiful video! I’ve lived in Maryland for years and have never seen a Baltimore Oriole!
Such a beautiful little bird! Thanks for watching, Bushpony!
Good to see you Max! What a special trip full of sightings and observations. I love otters as well so that was really great! My Mum knew her birds so well but her passion was wild flowers. She created such beautiful rock & wild flower beds / walkways ( her flower beds were also gorgeous) and this video very much reminds me of her. She was also a patient observer. Didn’t miss a thing about the natural world which is one of the greatest gifts she gave to me. I thank you for your passion in sharing it all with us and hope your trip to states ended well. Safe and happy journeys Max.💜 Barret
Thanks Barrett, its so valuable to have someone like your mother in someone's life. It's amazing how much a little knowledge and passion can add depth to someone else's world. I still have 2-3 videos of Utah to edit. Look forward to starting that process :)
@@maximbudnick She was a terrific human and the things I love most, I got from her! Lucky me 😌
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I’m running out of adjectives to describe your work. The best out there. Thank you!!
Captivating serenity of pure nature. Thank You again, for sharing!!
My pleasure, May! :)) 🌺
Thank-you for sharing, with those of us stuck in the city.
Really appreciate that. I spent a few years when I was stuck in new york city without a car watching outdoor vids a ton. From that experience I always have people like yourself in the back of my mind. Really glad you enjoyed.
Grrrrr those damn robins wake me up every morning at 4:00 am now in Michigan. Then I am wide awake and they finally shut up at 6:00 lol. I have never seen or even heard of that blue Tree Swallow!! Can't wait to ask my birdie friends tomorrow! We have the red-breasted bluebirds, but this one is totally new. Thank you!
Haha someone just commented that they have the same problem - but in his case with parrots. Sounds rough!
So enjoyable, Maxim! Just returned from my first visit to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Canadians are so friendly!
Hello David! Hope you enjoyed the trip, and I'm glad to hear you ran into lots of friendly people. Cheers!
Such a quiet and beautiful nature video. Enjoyed it very much. 🐻🦦🐤🐢
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind comment. Cheers! 🦫🌿🐇🌼
I really enjoyed this. The similarity to your usual way of shooting trips like this with a focus on the wildlife was awesome. I hope this summer you shoot some more northern Ontario videos like this. Really liked the naming of the birds too
Hi Tate! I will definitely be doing lots of Northern Ontario this summer :) Thanks for the feedback on the focus on wildlife and naming the birds. Glad to know its enjoyable for the viewer. Thanks again and cheers!
Thank you so much for this Maxim. The photography was not only breath taking, but it was also relaxing to watch. You did a wonderful job and we're so thankful you share your trips with us.
That's very kind! Thank you!
Awesome! Really appreciate your patience and efforts to film this video. It was really good. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it Ken! Thanks
Amazing footage…thank you for taking us on your journey 😊. New fan here 😊
Thank you, Janet! :)
So glad to hear you’ll continue to focus on wildlife in future - I think you’ve really found your niche!!
Hi Lindsay! Glad you think so :) It's such a pleasure to focus on the wildlife
Good job young fella. Truly enjoyable and the volume of video production is amazing.
Thanks, Thomas! I appreciate you stopping by and the kind words. Cheers
What a great video, such great photography. So enjoyed it, but enjoy all your videos.
Thank you, Pamela! I appreciate you stopping by :)
Thanks for the escape. Very engaging perspectives.
Otters are cool! Curious, playful, agile, interesting.
Hey there Dog! How ya been? Glad you enjoyed! They really are cool animals - water weasel-dogs
Beautiful shots! Super well done!
Thank you, Matthias!
Awesome video Max!! I love all your outdoor content, and love that you are doing more bird related videos! Just a quick note on species, the "Snow Geese" were Trumpeter Swans, the "Juvenile Tree Swallow" was a Northern Rough-winged Swallow, and at 17:25 was an Eastern Towhee!
Thanks Kevin! Really appreciate the feedback. Some of these mistakes have come to my attention and you did a great job summarizing them here. I hope to do better in the future! I have much to learn about birds I have just begun my birding journey.
@@maximbudnick No thank you for putting out incredible content! Can't wait for more!
Cheers!
thank you for your beautiful videos - love the wildlife and the water patterns. keep up the good work
My pleasure, Susan! Hope you are having a great weekend :)
Beautiful video Max
Thank you, Paul!
Thank you for your work Maxim, beautiful video realy. I'm a wildlife photografer in France and it's not too simple to see animals here. Your country is still wild, I hope it will remain so. The human takes up so much space in this world... I can't wait to see what you'll meet in the future.
Hey Alex, thank you so much for your kind words! I am very grateful for the wildlife around me. France is very beautiful though 🙂