Canyoneering and Camping in Misery Canyon outside Zion National Park
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- Опубликовано: 30 май 2022
- Canyoneering and Camping in Misery Canyon outside Zion National Park
I've had my eye on Misery Canyon for years now. Ever since my wife Tina and I backpacked Parunuweap Canyon, I had this one on the list. On a last minute decision over a holiday weekend, I finally decided to make it happen.
I'll get this out of the way. Misery is a technical canyon. It is not ideal to canyoneer solo. But there is inherent risk in everything, and I felt it was worth it. If you disagree, fine. It is smarter to go with at least one other person. If you DO decide to go solo, let people know where you are going and when you will be expected out. Carry a PLB. If you don't know what a PLB is, don't canyoneer solo.
Anyway, I arrived at Zion National Park around 8AM. On a Saturday. On a holiday weekend. The rangers were turning people around at the gate. The park was full. I had to explain my plan to both attendants and neither seemed to understand. I think I confused them to the point they just waved me through so they didn't have to talk to me anymore. But I was in. I took the 2nd to last parking spot at the pull out and was on my way.
You start the approach to Misery Canyon between Checkerboard Mesa and Crazy Quilt Mesa. There's a social trail with no signage, but there is really only one way to go at first. Soon enough, you meet up with a sandy climb up to a saddle that provides beautiful views of Zion National Park and the adjacent BLM land I was headed for.
After this saddle, its a trudge between sand and slick rock for a mile or so. You go into washes and climb out of washes. Social trails branch off everywhere, so make sure you know where you're going or you'll probably get lost.
My destination was actually the East Fork of Misery. It's a longer route and less popular than the West Fork of Misery (also known as Fat Man's Misery.) I chose the East Fork because I wanted more distance and heard that it had several beautiful sections of narrows. I heard right.
But I made the very poor decision to bring overnight gear on this trip. This essentially meant I was going into a technical slot canyon with a heavy backpack. This type of weight and bulk are not condusive to the obstacles of a technical canyon. Not even a beginner friendly one like the East Fork of Misery Canyon.
The canyon was more than happy to point out my mistake, and I struggled to make good headway. I probably would have given up at one point except for one vital concern; water. I could camp. I had the gear. But I didn't have enough water to camp and get ou the next day. It was shorter to finish the canyon and refill at the spring in the Barracks section of Parunuweap. So I continued on out of necessity.
I finally made it to the first rappel, maybe 7 or 8 miles into the journey. Knowing I was close to the river, I chugged my last bottle of water and rappeled down. At this point I linked up with the West Fork where I came across another group. We chatted for a bit and I continued down canyon while they ate lunch.
This section was absolutely gorgeous. The canyon started to have pools of water and got much deeper and darker. In one stunning room I was greated by not one, but two arches. This was just above where I had climbed up from below years ago, so I knew I was almost out. Now the water was running through the canyon, ending in a short slide into a deep pool.
Misery Canyon drops you directly into the Barracks section of Parunuweap. The Barracks look very similar to the much more famous Zion Narrows. With a couple distinct differences. One, due to their remote location, they are not nearly as popular. I came across a group of two hiking out, making a total of 5 people that I saw on this trip. Secondly, the Barracks are outside Zion National Park on BLM land, so no permits are required.
A short hike through the East Fork of the Virgin River and I made it to the Powell Plaque and the Misery exit. Finally, all that weight in my pack paid off and I was able to set up camp. I saw the group of three canyoneers on their way out, but otherwise the canyon was mine. I relaxed and tried to convince myself the hike out would be easier than the trip in.
All in all, it was brutal. I do not recommend bringing full camping gear through a techical canyon. I've always wanted to do it and now I have. I will not do it again. Next time, I'll just go light and do the entire route in a single day.
But like most experiences where you suffer greatly for scenery like this, it was worth it in the end.
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This tops the charts as one of my favorite vids of yours! I think we all felt your pain with the noise you made going into the water... and sloshing of the sand..ughh (hate hiking in sand!!) Great vid Jerry!!!
Yeah. His vids are cool.
Thank you. I HATE sand. I don't even remember going up in it to that saddle (luckily.) Funny enough, the water wasn't even cold. I just have that natural reaction when I'm in a canyon.
@@JerryArizona
What city do you live in?
I'm looking to move somewhere centrally located to all these beautiful places
What a beautiful and narrow canyon. I was biting my nails in a couple places...
Beautiful....and rugged. This one was tough for me. But, as always, worth it.
Wow! Jerry I have been watching your channel for a couple of years now and this one, is, well, wow. Your videography and story telling skills have taken a leap into a higher realm of cinematic art. And, yes….videos such as this one is why I attend outdoor/adventure film festivals. Bravo!
I absolutely love this comment, and agree 1000%!
Lori, where can i find more info about this outdoor adventure film festival? Ty
Wonderful. Very accomplished considering you were solo, doing a hard trip, and setting up the many shots you smoothly edited together. Inspiring.
This is a great depiction of what makes the technical side of canyons so enjoyable, beautiful places that would otherwise be missed. This one is on the list for a run with the kids.
This is a good one for beginners. (With experienced party members, of course.) The hike in/out makes for a long day, but the canyon itself is pretty straightforward. Note that the bolt on Rap 1 is questionable. Might be good to bring gear for a releasable anchor for that one.
Your vid has a great feel and flow to it. Well done Jerry👍 Impressive what you have done as a solo effort, especially with water, cameras, climbing, scrambling, etc. Tom-Surprise
Thank you. Luckily I love filming and editing almost as much as I love hiking. Otherwise, these videos would be really short, and only shots of the trail ahead of me.....
You are one of the only Tubers that I automatically go to full screen. You camera work is second to none. Like watching a National Geographic film. Great hike. Living vicariously through you. Thanks.
Love comments like this. Thank you!
It behooves me how something so incredibly beautiful could be named "mysery". Should have called it "mystery".
Jerry, your incredible story telling and ability to capture these things... just keeps blowing it out of the ball park!
If this was a standalone movie, I would have named it: "Lord of the Zion Rings" It had such a hobbit theme to it, like untold adventures of Bilbo Baggins.
What a really cool place. It has it all. Utah is like everything in one place place. My heart longs to return because it is just sooooo incredibly beautiful.
This was a great trip. Been wanting to do it for a while. It was rough, so I didn't feel like talking, but I like how the video came out. Glad you liked it too.
Thanks for taking us along Jerry! When you're already hot and sweaty that canyon water is extra cold. I did not know about the East Fork but wow was it beautiful and amazing. I popped into the East Entrance to Zion two weeks ago and it was a madhouse. They waived me through when I tried to purchase a yearly interagency pass. They were too busy to accommodate us.
You're welcome. Funny enough, the water wasn't even cold. That's just my natural reaction after so many cold canyon potholes. On this trip, the park was completely full when I got there at 8AM (it was a holiday weekend, after all). They were nice enough to let me in since this canyon is so obscure and not permitted (or even in the park.)
One of the most beautiful spots in the world and we can't wait to get back to try that hike. Thank you for the beautifully shot video and the music soundtrack. When you have scenery that amazing you don't need words to narrate! Spectacular job; keep up the wonderful work!
The scenery makes it easier, for sure. I need to do more of these style videos because despite what it may seem like, I don't like talking in them that much.
I also really appreciate you taking time to film and share your journey. The content is great. Thanks Mr. Arizona.
You're very welcome. It's a great that people enjoy the videos....and a nice bonus where I get to relive the trips.
Well done Jerry. The feel of this video gets my rank among top 5 of your videos . Great video, nice pacing, and absolutely well chosen soundtrack. I know this area well but have never canyoneered that far back. Only concern: Be careful buddy. By all appearances you were solo out there. Break a leg or snap an ankle and we could be reading about you in the MIA section.
Thank you. As far as solo adventuring, I always make sure people know the itinerary and timeline. And I brough along my Garmin Mini for communication and as a PLB. This route is fairly remote, but still gets traffic. Finally, I picked it because it was straightforward from a technical perspective. All things to consider when you go solo, because you're correct about the risks. Only takes one wrong step.
Great video, Jerry. I've been away from my adventure game for about a year while I work toward the next chapter of my life. Thanks for the inspiration. It's good to know that it'll be waiting for me out there when I'm ready to get back at it.
Rick - Scottsdale
Glad to help. Get back out there! There's always time to squeeze in a quick adventure.
Wow. Just an absolutely awesome video and perfect music choice also. What an amazing place and you did a spectacular job showing it. Wow, just wow
Thank you. Once again, the scenery did the heavy lifting.
It’s hard to beat the beauty of Southern Utah. I’ve said this before, but your choice of music couldn’t be better. And your editing is on par with anything I’ve seen on Nat Geo. Your climbing skills are evolving nicely. All in all, a very nice video
Love comments like these.
I can’t thank you enough for taking us along on this trip. It was beautiful! It was scary! It was peaceful! It was a great adventure! It means a lot to me, thank you!!!
Wow that was awesome. Thank you so much for all your efforts 🥰🥰
the music + scenery in this is unreal. hauntingly beautiful.
Thank you! This was such a great trip. I love that area.
Good way of explaining the risk of solo I'm about to that point where I'm going solo. Thanks for the reminder to get to that area of Zion. Sad to see what looked like cyanobacteria In the creek. Great music choices
Didn't see anything looking like cyanobacteria colonies...what was the time stamp? Park doesn't even monitor the East Fork so tough to say.
www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/toxic-cyanobacteria-bloom-in-the-virgin-river-and-the-streams-of-zion-national-park.htm#:~:text=Since%20a%20reported%20pet%20fatality,Creek%2C%20and%20La%20Verkin%20Creek.
Thank you. In addition to cyanobacteria, last time I was here there were two dead animals (a cow and a sheep) in the creek. Luckily, there are a lot of springs. I always carry a Garmin In Reach when I go solo. It actually saved my butt this weekend. Also nice to have people who know your route and in and out dates.
Jerry, you've out-done yourself. This was mesmerizing.
I've been hiking around Arizona since the late 70's but you go to places I never knew about. Thanks for showing me there's always more in life than you can imagine. Keep on hiking!
The 70's? I bet you know LOTS of cool places. I'll never get to everything on my list....It's nice to know there is so much out there.
Thanks Jerry for the vid. I enjoy your adventurous spirit. Keep them coming, I love the west and it’s beauty and remoteness. Bronco
You're welcome, and will do!
Great video
We live an hour away from Zion’s and never get tired of visiting it.
I'm lucky to live close enough to drive. 1 hour would be better, but hey, I'm not going to complain.
Amazing video of a spectacular place.
Thank you so much for sharing!
awesome video, very cinematic! I love that area of Zion, you never see a soul, and Paranuweap is just like the narrows. Def a cool feeling to crest the saddle a mile into the hike and look out south
Thank you and I agree completely. I need to explore more out there.
Really moving video; had it all. Scenery and scenes that took my breath away. Some with their beauty and others with the knowledge you're doing this alone and all the heart-stopping "what ifs" that filtered through my mind. Wow. Topping it all off with tequila and Dots. Perfect.
Always need a treat after a rough day! There are always so many what ifs out there....experienced a couple of unpleaseant ones this weekend. That's why I make sure people know where I'm going, when I'm supposed to be done and I carry a Garmin Mini everywhere.
Your filming was very beautiful and I really appreciate you sharing your experience! Thank you!
Amazing trip! So peaceful!
Ha! Peaceful to watch. This one was extra hard on me. I'm quiet because I was suffering. The magic of editing. I wanted a challenge, and Zion/Parunuweap said "Hold my beer."
Well done Jerry. It shows how much you guys love and respect our natural world. Hope Tina is getting better every day.
She is. Thanks for the concern.
Dude don’t let the secret out about that back side of Checkerboard! 😜 Awesome video.
That is one of the most amazing and beautiful videos I have ever watched.
Thank you!
Seriously dude, You make the BEST HIKING videos!
You are an ar...TEEST.
It takes talent to make videos like this.
Thanks! I love doing it, and really appreciate when people actually enjoy them.
this was amazing to watch! thank you for sharing.
Great video of yours with lots of great shots…..sequencing without talking to tell the story well!
Thank you! It was really fun getting creative and trying a new style. I'm going to do this type more often.
Beautiful. Stunning. Wondrous.
Beautiful, meaningful and so inspiring!
Beautiful video!! Thanks!!!
Thank you for sharing this. Absolutely breathtaking place and you do an amazing job of putting everything together Jerry!
Nice video Jerry. Looked a bit sketchy in places to be there on your own, but I know your are very experienced. Enjoy following along. Safe travels.
Thanks. I made sure people knew my itinerary and took my Garmin Mini. Had recent beta from Nick C on the route, and he was also in Zion this weekend, so close by if help was needed. I also chose this route because it is very straightforward from a technical perspective with no complicated obstacles or places that eat ropes.
This video made my day!!
Gracias Señor AZ! 😃!!
Sensational, good job on the music, wow, the colours
Excellent production Jerry!
Thanks for sharing this great adventure.
Wow! Amazing!
That was some good video, loved it! Felt like I was there.
Definitely one of your best vids, and certainly one of the best that I have ever seen, thanks for posting , (Banff film festival?)
Thank you! Had to go in a different artistic direction with this one, mainly because I was suffering too much from that pack weight to want to talk. (For the record, I do not recommend taking a backpacking kit through a technical canyon!) Banff....I wish....
Stunning. x 2. Thank you for sharing.
You told a good story any created a great video. No much else to say! 😀👍
Amazing video. My husband and I are watching it right now in awe. You’re indeed a true artist and a heck of an athlete.💖
..cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…
I absolutely love watching your videos and learning all about these amazing places that A) I never knew existed and B) I’ll probably never get to see in person. Thank you so much for taking all of us with you on your adventures!
It was cool meeting you out out the trail! Just near the Misery exit. We did East Fork same day, your footage much more pro! Thanks for sharing!
It was good running into you too. The group behind me caught up with me at camp and said you did Misery. Rock, Misery and French? You guys are beasts!
@@JerryArizona it was an intense two days for sure! Dropped into Rock Cyn at about 2p on Fri, made it to Powell for camp, then East, and back out and up French. Spectacular!
Looking forward to more great content. Stay safe!
5 Thumbs-up, Jerry. Awesome scenery and photography, great music, (and very little talking).
Thank you! This one wore me out so I was too tired to talk. But I liked the result. Zion scenery says it best.
Best Video yet bud.
Thanks, man. I like how it turned out too and will be trying this style more, especially on solo trips.
You captured a piece of Zion perfectly.
One of my favorite places on earth.
@@JerryArizona yeah it's a beautiful place. When I lived in Page I used to be all over southern Utah. It's a shame its way too crowded nowdays. Checkout Zion Pizza and Noodle next time you're in the area.
Loved how you showed your feet climbing and walking.....awesome video!! Happy hour soon?! Lol. Timmy C Arizona
Amazing footage Jerry, especially going through the slot canyon.. it felt like being there, I actually felt claustrophobic and scared for you! How difficult it must have been filming and canyoneering solo. I truly appreciate the hard work you put into this video. 👏👏👏
Best one yet- THX
Loved it Jerry! Adding another Jerry Arizona spot to my to-do list!
You'd love it, man. I just attempted something else close by that I'm sure you'll want to add to the list as well. Have you done the whole AZT? If so, what are your favorite sections?
@@JerryArizona Oh, good question. I’ve completed 580 miles so far, from the Utah border to around the town of Oracle. Just north of Mt. Lemmon. This fall, I plan to take a couple of weeks off to finish. Other than the Grand Canyon, my favorite section is between the Gila River and Picketpost. It’s about a 38 miles stretch. With superstition-like ruggedness, and about 15 miles along the Gila, nothing really like it on the whole trail. Gorgeous and super convenient for both of us.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
Wow loved the video! It was awesome
Thank you.
WOW....thanks for this one...be safe
Well that’s an absolutely beautiful place!✌️
You're a beast for this one. Top notch content!
I cut out most of the parts where I had to take a break. Would've made the video waaaaaay too long. Worth it though.
that was Great! Thanks for taking me along. Haven't done that one yet...
It's a beautiful canyon and the Barracks are icing on the cake. The hike in and out are pretty long by most canyon standards, but worth it.
Beautiful video. Well done. Thanks for sharing the great adventure.
Glad you enjoyed it! It was a fun (but hard) trip.
Jerry this was the first video I saw of you after the one of Make Everyday Count, it gave me more than a want to go and get out there more than I can or have been plus learn more than I already know. Thank you
Go for it! Best way to learn is to go out and do it. (Well, hiking and backpacking. Maybe take canyoneering lessons before getting on rope!)
Really cool running into you at REI. It was the wave video that I was watching and had it paused when I went to REI and ran into you. We are really excited to try out West Clear Creek.
Nice running into you too. Hope you enjoy. I was there this weekend and it was packed. Never seen that before. Just something to keep in mind.
Really liked the style on this video/editing. When out alone I'd much rather just film and not talk as much. You did a really good job in putting together these clips.
I enjoyed not talking, to be honest. It happened accidentally. I was just having a rough time and didn't feel like saying anything. Like all my trips, I film what I film and then have to deal with it when I get home and get it on the timeline. I like how this turned out and will being doing more this style, especially on solo trips.
Again, that was awesome! Thanks Jerry, I so enjoyed that so,so much. My son is going to teach me climbing as he learned it from a University Outdoor Group to know and do it safely and properly. After watching your experiences it is so important to be well prepared hiking canyons. Thank you so much again!
You're welcome. I recommend canyoneering classes as well. I know a lot of rock climbers who became canyoneers.....But strangely, I don't know any canyoneers who became rock climbers! Great skill to have though. It's always nice having a rock climber in your canyoneering crew to help you with tricky spots.
@@JerryArizona Thanks Jerry, interesting to hear about canyoneers not going to climbers. My son is up to canyoneering but for sure I will take a course on the canyoneering. We are in Canada and avalanches are the most unpredictable killers of winter outdoor activities and yet the most avoidable with proper training. Realizing the risk and dangers is key to outdoor activities regardless of terrain, location, elevation and environment - in my opinion.
This was so awesome!!! I love your usual banter but this one done in 'mostly' silence was very special. Thanks for sharing this with those of us who are living vicariously through your adventures, lol.
Thank you. This was completely experimental; this trip was really difficult for me and I just didn't feel like talking. I like how it came out and will probably do a lot more of this style when I go solo.
Beautiful!!
It's an incredible place.....
Beautiful😯
Love this! This edit captures your emotion so well. You could cut the type 2 fun with a knife on this one.
I did the barracks with Wasatch Will a couple weekends back and loved it! We referred to your video a few times and tried to see where you camped at rock canyon. We found ourselves across the river from rock canyon for our first night. Thanks for sharing this!
Ha! I've used both of your channels as references for stuff too. That's an incredible area, huh? Hopefully you made it to the falls. I really wanted to this time but was beat after lugging overnight gear through a technical canyon.
This was so good that I feel it.
Thanks! The scenery made it easy on me when it came to filming and editing.
Thank you
I love slot canyons. So beautiful. Looks difficult. amazing places in this great land. Have you ever worried that you might not be able to get out?
It's always a risk. This was a straightforward canyon from a technical perspective. I'd never go into a difficult one solo. And I make sure that people know my itinerary and I bring a Garmin with me for communication in case of emergency. A Plan B is essentially too....Had to implement Plan B this weekend, actually.
Great piece of filmmaking, Jerry!
Thanks! Wanted to try something different. Plus I was suffering from all that pack weight (do not recommend carrying an overnight pack through a technical slot canyon), so I didn't feel like talking much. Luckily, the scenery more than made up for it.
Great video. Our son's have done "Fat Man's Misery" several times and talk about it still.
Great canyon. I need to get back and do the West Fork one day.
Keep safe! Jerry.
thanks for the views & all the work it takes to make the video.
You're welcome. It's a beautiful place....and rugged enough to keep the crowds away.
If someone asks what you love about canyoneering, all you have to do is show them this video. Sums it up very eloquently ❤️🔥
Right? I can't count how many times I've been in a canyon and thought how lucky I was to be in these places so few people get to see.
Well done.
Great video, missing just two things, your sarcasm and wit. Not the same in the comments text. Take care and thanks for the video.
Ha! I was too beat on this one to talk. Turned out well though. The video makes it look like it was a piece of cake.
Wow! Really great video Jerry! Only thing better would have been that Tina would have been up to joining you on that one. Not sure if she would have liked the repelling portions? Thanks!
I wish she could've gone. But she would have absolutely hated this one. I didn't talk because it was extremely difficult for me. The weight of the overnight pack, the sand, the ups and downs, the obstacles in a technical canyon.....The rappels (only 2 around 40' max) were the easy part. She had to work that weekend, but she would have absolutely hated it.
This looks dangerous!
It's always more wise to have partners with you on these trips, especially through technical canyons. But I had my Garmin, recent first hand beta, friends in Zion at the time who knew where I was, and this is a beginner friendly canyon. Still, I would never recommend doing a technical canyon solo.
My dream: Some day to accidently come across you. Do you realize I have watched and spent more time watching you than Brad Pitt and George Clooney in movies combined! I really liked the vibe of this video post.
Glad you enjoy the videos! I'm out there. Maybe one of these days we will cross paths.
I’ve been meaning to ask about the anchors that you use in these canyoneering videos. You can see one clearly at 4:56, which is the first time I remember being able to see one. Looks like a permanent one, which I assume somebody else set and you rely on. How comfortable are you with these? Do you do some sort of inspection of an anchor before using it? Have you ever had one fail? Who places them? Thanks for all the effort you put into your videos! They are fodder for my traveling dreams.
Thank you. Canyoneering anchors are....complicated. This canyon was bolted. People go through (I believe just independent canyoneers) and place bolts in the rocks at rappeling locations that you can use. But you never really know who placed it or what they used, so it can get questionable. There was one bolt on this route that was old and fairly loose. So questionable if you should use it or not. I alway bring webbing and quick links so I can build my own anchors if needed. There are tons of ways to make anchors. Then there are some areas that don't allow bolting, so you really need to make sure you know how to make anchors and bring the gear to do so (and enough of it.) Then there's always 'ghosting' where you go 100% retreivable, which means you make the anchor so you can pull and it'll come down once you're at the bottom of rappel. I definitely need to spend more time learning and practicing anchoring techniques and ropework in general.
My palms were facing out, touching the sunlit stone walls as you hiked through, so beautiful, so smooth. But, Jerryee ~ I know you are a grown man - just wished you had your crazy buds with you on this one. What would Tina say? Some of those tight sections and rappelling ~ yeah ~ I was nervous for you and your safety. Please keep showing us these films, also I appreciate your comments reviewing equipment. Nice selection of music. Do you read music or play an instrument? or maybe just whistle? x000.
I worry about him all the time, but when he goes canyoneering (especially solo), I can’t fully breathe until I get the text from him saying he’s out of the canyon.
That being said, I know how capable he is. He is both logistic and safety-minded (which is what makes him such a great engineer). I trust him and his abilities. And as much as I hate thinking of him alone out there, I also know that his adventurous spirit is part of what makes him who he is, and one of the many reasons I love him so much. I could never hold him back.
He does his safety checks, and leaves me his itinerary. I know when he should be checking in with me, and if he doesn’t at the appropriate time, I know when to alert the proper authorities.
I will fight until my last breath to make sure he’s home and safe. But until that point, I have to trust him and let him be free to explore all that he can, with AND without me.
I love you, Jerry. With all that I am.
I, we, all of us ~ LOVE ~ that you've got each other's back. And like a good team - these films just keep getting better & better. Good wishes always for you both. A Maryland fan! xooo.
It's a good thing you love me. Otherwise I'd be stranded in the wilderness outside Camp Verde right now.....And I love you too.
Wow. That's one heck of a solo adventure. I'm jealous of the spring water you stopped at. That was my intent to fill up there too, but got caught up with filming and picture taking. Ended up just taking our chances and filtering water straight from the river right the exit and packing up about 4 liters for what would be our 2nd and final camp up on the rim. Water actually tasted better than what we got out of Rock Canyon which had an earthy taste to it. Maybe I'll get cancer someday from having drunk that water, but not today, haha. So far so good over a week later.
Definitely have to watch the water in Zion! Glad you guys got to check Parunuweap out. That climb out was fun in spots, huh?
@@JerryArizona Yep. I was a bit nervous about it but there was only one short spot that gave me any hesitation. As for the water, I don't remember seeing any evidence for any toxic algae blooms down there. I think that becomes more of a risk when there's been lots of recent rains to wash fertilizer from farmlands down into the river from upstream. What was and is more worrisome was all the trash caught up along so many corners there in the canyon, especially early on upstream from Rock Canyon. Even containers of insect repellent and who knows what else.
Did you make a margarita? What was the powder? Awesome video!
Yes! It's Moonshine Margarita mix from Packit Gourmet. I take that and their queso dip on most overnight trips. Really good stuff and a nice treat after a rough day.
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Amazing video of an awesome place. Do you make it up to canyonlands much ?
Not enough. After Salt Creek, I added a ton of hikes up there on our list. But the drive is fairly long so it makes PTO involved, which limits our access. Still, I hope to get back at least once this year.
@@JerryArizona Just a few I would recommend there: Chesler Park, Druid Arch, Syncline Loop and the Confluence.
This looks to be the same filtered water bottle that you used in the Longest Rappel video. Can I ask what brand/kind it is? Thanks!
It's a Camelback All Clear. Tina and I have used them for years. We have two, but just in case one breaks, which hasn't happened yet despite serious use. I forget the details, but I think UV is superior to mechanical filters for some organisms. (Don't quote me on that.) The only drawback is that it does not mechanically filter the water, so if it's muddy or silty or whatever, all that gunk stays (even though it's safe to drink.) So sometimes, if the water sources are dirtier, I bring a mechanical filter instead. But for clear water, it's awesome.
@@JerryArizona Thanks so much for the detailed response, I'm definitely going to look into it more! Great video too, love the different vibe and style on this one! Thanks, Jerry!
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What month did you do this in? I saw that a wetsuit should be used in all but the hottest times of the year. Is this true or could I do this canyon in April without a wetsuit?
This was may, I think. You don’t need a wetsuit for Parunaweap. If you go in through misery canyon I don’t think you’d normally need one either. There are two branches of misery and I can’t remember the one I did but I don’t think you’d need a wetsuit most of the time on that route. Not sure on the other. If you hike in the misery exit you wouldn’t need one either.
If you’re doing this as a technical route, I’d recommend reading the most recent beta you can get your hands on and take their advice over mine though. It’s been a while since I’ve done it and water levels were pretty low when I went.
@@JerryArizona thanks for the response, I plan on being in the Zion area mid to late April. All of you videos are great!
I see you’re giving us the silent treatment now…fine, but you should know that we like listening to Tina better away. Hahahaha
Tina agrees with this comment. I guess I do too, actually. I was way too beat to talk on this trip, and it ended up working out perfectly.
Damn
That about sums up that area. Amazing place.
I have a confession however… I try on my channel Bunda Feliz, to shoot my videos following your artistic compass.😜
Haha! Follow away. I definitely used others for inspiration and to get ideas. For this video, for instance, I watched some Kraig Adams vids. That guy is brilliant.
Tina is not with you. Is she doing better from her medical scare?
She is. But now her work is crazy. This was a last second trip that was supposed to be something else entirely, but she had to work. Hopefully she can get back out there soon.