Love this beautiful video! You did such a great job capturing the beauty of Great Teton National Park! One of the first things I thought when watching is thank God we seem to be past the worst of COVID. NO MORE MASKS! Well, there's a few that still wear them but for the most part we're past it. This video brought back so many great memories of my visit there in 2019. I attempted to hike to Inspiration Point. But my bad knee was starting to complain. LOL Never take your knees for granted. 😏 I've got some decent photos of Mormon's Row and that barn. I couldn't help but think how it must have felt to live there and wake up every morning to that view of the Tetons. Great way to start the day. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Phenomenal National Park. I'm so glad you made it to the barn this time- we still haven't been to that spot. This entire area is just gorgeous! Thank you for taking us along with you. String lake looked like a great hidden gem. 🥶 COLD 🥶 but lol addictive? Beautiful ❤️
Grand Teton looks amazing. We've not had a chance to get out west yet but your videos make us want to get out that way! The moose. What?! Incredible. Our mountains don't look like that in the southeast. Really cool that you came across new friends on the trail. Mormon Row. What a view. Can you imagine waking up and that is your back yard? Wow. The Tetons are just gorgeous!!
yeah it can take some hours to get in the gate depending on what your starting point is... Long Day wow... what a great time in the park! great that he went in the water, love that you always go swimming. cool you found some more remote spots, and Moose !! AWESOME!
Hello there! I’m a new subscriber who has recently found a new love in hiking during this whole pandemic. I recently spent about 5 days in Yosemite, and used your Yosemite videos prior as reference. And now I watch your videos as reference for future backpacking/camping trips. Love the channel. Keep it up and I’ll see you on the trail.
Love reading stuff like that! So encouraged to know of your passion for hiking the outdoors and the ways you have found the videos helpful! Have a super week!
Grand Teton National Park is someplace I've never been to yet so was cool to see on your video. Looks like you went during a really good time of year and the weather looked amazing. Totally beautiful park and I'm sure you wish you had more time there. Thanks for sharing your adventure brother.
I went to Grand Teton over the summer and it was beautiful. I did the Snake River float trip and loved it. Thanks for being such a big supporter of my channel! I might reach 50 subscribers soon.
The most beautiful and majestic mountain range in the US .. hands down!! Another great video! And... get Shane some food.. he’s going to wither away to nothing!!
hahha, loved it, Ed! In responding to comments this evening, the resounding theme echos your sentiments: Arguably the most beautiful mountain range in the US!
Awesome Footage, you are correct that your son go remember that cold Dip In a beautiful lake. My son and I were going to hike Mount Whitney last month but they close it down due to the California fires. Love doing stuff with my boys, keep up the awesome videos.
I am there right now. I ended up camping at a small nice campground about 30 miles from Jackson. This is my 4th trip to the Tetons and I always look forward to it. The scenery is hard to beat. I know you recorded this last year. The crowds here and in Yellowstone are crazy large this year, compared to last year when I visited. I got stuck in a ten mile long traffic jam leaving Yellowstone yesterday but it was still worth it.
Long time no see, friend! Been busy but havent forgotten about you and your wonderful adventures. This place is definitely on my bucket list and even more so now! Wyoming is just... amazing. Absolutely gorgeous videography and scenery. Great video! Thanks so much for sharing and hope y'all are staying safe and healthy🙏🗻
Very nice video with a different view of this great national park! It always remind me on the pictures of the great photographer Ansel Adams! Greetings from Switzerland and have a great day!
Hello America's Park's😊! Father & Son trips are awesome. My son Alex & I have have hiked and road tripped all over this beautiful country and it's great you & Shane get to experience that. I have been to Grand Teton and explored the lakes and trails, and also drove up to Signal Mountain. Grand Teton is such a breathtaking Park and will definitely get there again. Luckily, we didn't see any bears. On another note, guess what National Monument is now open...Rainbow Bridge, National Monument😊!! That boat tour starting at Wahweep Marina to Rainbow Bridge is now open. You got to check it out. Great video Randy, can't wait for the next one.
Nice... We skipped Grand Teton when we went to Yellowstone, but if we go back we're going to have to at least do one day to check it out. It looks lovely!
We really wanted to get back to GTNP this year. It was not in the cards. Lines stink! We just go to Gros Ventre Campground. Glad that you and Shane had a great trip! Cascade Canyon is one we want to do too! Friends from IA! Woot! We love all the historic structures! Thanks Randy!
Thanks, Kay! Sorry to hear about your inability to get to GT. It has really been a tough year on many accounts. Was supposed to leave today for Central CA. Sad to see the many wildfires out there.
I was in the shop when that sign was made. Bam. Camp up at the pass from Dubois. Its only 35 miles up to NF. Cascade is it. If you go up Death Canyon walk around and down it even better. Lots of animals. Anf they don't care about you. Moose Bears. Have walked into dozens at dusk dawn on Teton trails.
Nice one Randy ! Your son must of been happy 😊 to have you for himself !👍😉Great moments together that he will remember all his life ! We spent 3 days in the Tetons after spending 4 days in Yellowstone it was stunning ! We saw Jenny Lake also but didn’t do the boat ride and no hiking since Hélène is always having a hard time with her left knee . Did also 3 videos of this stunning area. Have a great upcoming weekend! H&S 👩❤️👨🇨🇦🌈
It's interesting to watch the subtle changes in national park visits during the Covid 19 pandemic. It looked like the Jenny Lake boat had about half of the seats removed. Our family including our four-year granddaughter also went swimming at String Lake. Great video.
Yes, thankfully the crowds weren't too bad which made for a short wait while accommodating limited seating on the boat. Neat to hear you went to String Lake. Sweet little hidden gem!
De cîtva timp am descoperit videoclipurile tale, sînt minunate , și coloana sonoră e ambientală mi-ar plăcea să pot vizita si eu celpuțin un parc național American felicitări , și multe alte videoclipuri !
Appreciate the very kind words! A warm welcome to the channel! Really hope you can visit a National Park in the USA one of these days! In my opinion, I'd recommend southern Utah!
Just for future reference, that particular Dubois is pronounced DOO'-boys, not doo-BOY' (my uncle's friend is the curator at the military vehicle museum there, and I don't live all that far from there) - I know it looks like it should be the latter, but it's not actually. Another point of interest if you're ever back that way, there's a giant jackalope inside the Exxon there.
I knew I was going to like this effort when I saw the famous barn at Mormon Row at the beginning of your travel vlog (& later as well). Shane was quite a trooper! Have you been on the dirt road that follows the Snake River in the park? It gives some great views of the river and the mountains as it dips & rises. Kudos, as usual!
Great video! Amazing scenery! Unsure why you flew into Denver vs SLC. It's a gorgeous drive but given the distance, this could have shaved hours of driving. Anyhow, thanks for sharing:)
Thanks so much and great question! Always base it on the cost. Can't recall the details, but the added fare to SLC was not worth forsaking the extra driving. Also, have a good friend in the Denver area that I was able to see on both ends of the trip. Have a super weekend!
OMG you are from Jersey! We are too and are going here next week. So frickin' awesome!! BTW, did you have bear spray? If so, where did you get it from?
Hey, super-cool to hear you are from the Garden State too! So few of us from Jersey make it beyond the Poconos! lol! And no, probably good to have, but we stayed on the popular trails. We rented bear spray in Yellowstone back in 2016. The negative with bear spray is you can't fly with it - so drop $50? and you'll need to leave it behind. Enjoy your trip!
Greetings from 42.0406° N, 87.7826° W. I bet you get this all the time, but I can see you as a National Park Forest Ranger or PBS/Travel Channel host. You already have your own catchphrase like Smokey the Bear.
I was there on September 14 and had a minor meltdown because there were so many people. I couldn't even find a place to park, people were parking on the sides of the roads for a mile out and walking into the visitor centers. I have now been to the park twice and have yet to make it inside to stamp my passport!
Amazing videos! Hope to get out to Grand Teton and Yellowstone next year. I saw in a previous video you use airline points to travel frequently. Which airline has the best reward system to accumulate points on purchases would you say?
Thanks, Ivan! For the longest time we used Southwest (until they moved their fleet out of NJ). Now we use United. So much for us is getting our bags (camping gear) to fly for free as well.
Hi Max, only the one way off in the distance that was pointed out by the boat captain. Whenever I am there I always hear about bear sightings, but never get the opportunity myself.
I love seeing you do this trip with your son! The Tetons are one of our favorites. Looks like you had a beautiful day. Blessings to your family - making the most out of the summer!
Wow -- those are some amazing views! I concur with the others: The editing of this video is amazing! I'm confident that those views and this father-son adventure will stick with Shane for a lifetime. Well done!
Wow the editing is stellar in this video! I would love to try the Cascade Canyon trail sometime, so pretty. I also love the western music accompanying the old barns.
Cascade Canyon just may be my favorite trail in the entire Parks system. Being in between all the peaks is incredible and the first turn you make when the valley opens up in front of you is breathtaking. I always recommend this one!
Another park for Shane’s scoreboard! So this is where the trip truly started... so magnificent. Remind Shane that this plunge won’t be his first and last... especially when traveling with Dad! Take care and thanks for your consistent high-quality work.
Another great video, Randy. You continue to be an inspiration with your travels to these wonderful parks and your interaction with your family. Much respect!
Great dad + great son = fantastic memories to last a lifetime...Have been teaching middle school for 25 years and only wish more parents would take that kind of an interest in their children...good on both of you and continue on more great journeys together...
That's the stuff that really blesses my heart! Thank you for the reminder and encouragement. And thanks for your service to the most precious age of Americans. It takes a special soul to teach Middle School (did it myself for 9 years - lol!).
Thanks for another great video, Randy! We visited Grand Teton this week and it quickly became one of our favorites. Haze from nearby fires clouded our views a little. We slept near Moran junction in covered wagons - quite a memorable experience! Keep inspiring us to see the parks and inspiring us to spend time with our family.
Beautiful! I enjoyed the Grand Teton National Park back in Sept. 2017. Didn't explore too much, but definitely saw plenty of beauty. Thank you for your amazing videos of your adventurous journeys.
Super great video. You and your son are making lasting memories!! I've been to the Tetons, but missed those areas you visited. Thanks for the pointing them out.
Hi Stefanie, yes, we went there back in 2016 - it should be in the Colorado playlist. (One of my first videos, lol! ). Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/oy4SrsaItbI/видео.html
I really enjoyed not only the gorgeous sights of your adventure but the palpable enthusiasm ... excitement of a father/son experience with nature. Absolutely wonderful! Again, your expertly shot content & editing brings it to life for your appreciative audience 😉 Stay safe and well 😷✌️🙏🏼
I think Grand Tetons is in my top 3 national parks I want to visit. Looks so beautiful! Looks like you and Shane had a great time. Surprised you got him to go underwater lol thanks for sharing!
Another top notch video. Video was gorgeous looking and really captured the beauty of this park. This park is more beautiful than I remember. I went a few times as a child but really do not recall much except for Hidden Falls. That sticks out in mind because I was obsessed with waterfalls. Is it your preference to do short 1-week vacations or are you limited to that timeframe? Just curious as I am not sure I could travel like that and limit myself to just 1 or 2 days in some of these parks. We tend to fully explore parks for multiple days if the parks highlights, size, etc. warrant it. We usually do one big trip (~3 weeks) each year with some extended weekend trips sprinkled in for some of the more local sites. However, you are getting out west multiple times a year which is amazing. My thought process is that there are so many other destinations to see and that I have no idea when I may be able to return. Neither way is correct, just different philosophies and circumstances. Also, just finished up a four day camping trip my oldest son who is 12. We hit Friendship Hill NHS, Antietam and Monocacy Battlefields, and Shenandoah in order to hike Old Rag. Not sure if you have ever hiked Old Rag but it was an epic hike. Highly recommend. Beautiful views and a very fun 1 mile rock scramble to the summit.
Sounds like you had a great trip, Michael! Neat to hear about the memories you are creating with your son! I've hit that area, but it was the "pre-vlogging days" and limited in its duration. Hope to get back in the near future. Yeah, like you said, a personal preference. We have chosen short stays at a few parks over a 8-9 day trip - vacation time for 4-5 of these trips/year. It makes more multiple video opportunities and nice if I return to hit stuff I missed on an earlier visit. Take care!
Americas Parks we had an absolute blast and great weather as well. Most importantly, quality time with my son. Added bonus in knocking off Old Rag. I have had that circled for a few years but know it wasn’t feasible with the younger two sons. I’ve looked into flying to see if I can make the western parks more accessible and maybe do more than one trip per year. We are a family of five and just the flight alone puts us $1.5k - $2k in the hole instantly. Pretty big pill to swallow for multiple trips. So one big trip a year for us right now.
It is so sweet to see your interaction and encouragement with Shane so that he has memories that will last a lifetime with you. We were very grateful for the the no-reservation system and campground entrance line when our E. Glacier and Banff reservations got cancelled and we were just able to do first come first serve for a portion of our summer trip. Gros Ventre went out of their way to find spots for people to stay even if it took a little time in line. If reservations had been required, we probably wouldn't have gotten in and missed doing something we wouldn't have thought was possible. We took our 8 year old granddaughter on the Cascade Canyon Trail expecting to stop at the fork. When she found out there was snow at Solitude Lake, she wanted to try to keep hiking and she did her longest hike ever - 15.5 miles round-trip to make it to the snow. I will never forget her determination to see the snow and going far beyond what she ever thought was possible for her. She got a BIG reward playing in the snow and on the hike back to Jenny Lake by getting to see a black bear eating berries close by. That day will be one of the best memories a grandparent could ever hope for and so happy for you that you are having these experiences with your children.
That was beautiful, Anne! Thanks so much for the encouragement and sure did enjoy reading the story of your granddaughter. More determination than most adults! Beautiful!
The #1 favorite park for the Vawser family. We try and go there at least every other year. Glad you both got to enjoy the beauty of those mountains before all the smoke rolled in!
Hey Andy, crazy stuff! Last Sunday I pulled the plug on my CA trip to Yosemite and Sequoia - was scheduled to leave yesterday. Praise God, heard last night the two parks were just closed. So sad to see what's happening.
@@AmericasParks Yeah its getting crazy out here. The National Forest directly south of me is completely in flames. I can see the fire from our house tonight. Hopefully you get to go on your trip sooner rather than later.
Ahh man, that is one thing about the big parks, all the waiting...but I see why, beautiful place...man what a great place to walk. Cascade canyon seems to be the place to soak er in. Keep rockin the adventures!
wooooo 4 hours from your house by flight? its already take me from Bali to Maldives more or less.. but enjoy all the travelling rituals no?.. wonderful park always.. love the color of the video too
24 hours isn't much time in that park! It looks like it's fairly big with a ton of things to do! Congrats on getting in the water Shane, much braver than me!
Yeah, a few days would have been much better and a little more relaxed, but we didn't want to miss some other notable places in the region. Arguably the most beautiful mountain range in the US! Have a great week, Josh!
Photography was breathtaking. The landscape looked as beautiful, if not more beautiful, than any of the 16 parks I have visited. Maybe it was my mood but definitely want to see it soon. Thanks so much for all the time you spend creating and editing these. Really look forward to your videos. Hope to run into you and family some day. 15 of the parks
Ah, loved it. We drove out to Dubois from MN last summer. Then got up at 4am to get a spot at Jenny Lake Campground for 5 nights. We did the Cascade Canyon hike up to the fork (9 miles total). Saw 4 moose. It was my favorite thing we did in Grand Teton. Stay safe! Be well!
You guys did well! That Canyon trail was the best. Would love to hike the entire loop. And congrats on the JL campground. That one fills up the quickest!
One of my top 5 parks bud. We camped 2 nights at Gros Ventre campground as a base and also did the boat across the lake. Had Moose in our camp and checked out nearby Jackson Hole. You could spend hours just staring at those mountains. Great video! Have you finalized anything for Colorado yet?
Great video! Love watching your channel. We actually recently started a channel watching videos like this inspired us to share our travels. Thanks for the info in the video
Too bad you and your son only had 24 hours in one of the most gorgeous parks in the west! we live in Idaho Falls only so close to Craters, Yellowstone and Grand Teton. we are blessed. hope to see you o the trail!
Hey Farren, you just about described our entire trip from last summer - three parks in Idaho, Fossil Butte, Yellowstone and Teton! You are blessed indeed... such an incredible area!
nice. so the jenny lake hike and the homestead can take a good day? im looking to see 2 days there and 3 at yellowstone. need to plan everything not to miss all the cool spots.
Yeah, we did everything in this video in one day, so one day to hit both of those location should be no problem. Get to Jenny Lake early for parking and boat reservations. Another option is to hike around the lake. Enjoy! Also, check out my 2 Yellowstone videos - the perfect 2-day itinerary!
You Need to invest in some trail shoes, too many people out there not wearing the proper gear and getting injured on the trail, then rescue teams have to come out to get, costing the parks money.
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These videos are edited so well it’s insane
Really encouraged to hear that... thanks much!
Glad you made it back to Inspiration Point while there. That was always one of my favorite spots!
Will never forget that fun hike we did! Shane and I basically copied our trip from 2016. Glad it brought back nice memories!
Wow !! Grand Teton National Park is so gorgeous.
Thanks guys! Hope you have a super week!
Love this beautiful video! You did such a great job capturing the beauty of Great Teton National Park! One of the first things I thought when watching is thank God we seem to be past the worst of COVID. NO MORE MASKS! Well, there's a few that still wear them but for the most part we're past it.
This video brought back so many great memories of my visit there in 2019. I attempted to hike to Inspiration Point. But my bad knee was starting to complain. LOL Never take your knees for granted. 😏
I've got some decent photos of Mormon's Row and that barn. I couldn't help but think how it must have felt to live there and wake up every morning to that view of the Tetons. Great way to start the day.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Happy to hear you've been there and how the video brought back so many wonderful memories! Such an incredible place!
Cool place! Glad you could share that with your son. Memories for a lifetime!
Thanks for the kind reminder, Jonathan! Enjoy your week!
Phenomenal National Park. I'm so glad you made it to the barn this time- we still haven't been to that spot. This entire area is just gorgeous! Thank you for taking us along with you. String lake looked like a great hidden gem. 🥶 COLD 🥶 but lol addictive? Beautiful ❤️
Happy to hear you had a nice time there! Such a gorgeous place!
Grand Teton looks amazing. We've not had a chance to get out west yet but your videos make us want to get out that way! The moose. What?! Incredible. Our mountains don't look like that in the southeast. Really cool that you came across new friends on the trail. Mormon Row. What a view. Can you imagine waking up and that is your back yard? Wow. The Tetons are just gorgeous!!
This was such a beautiful place! Hope you guys can get out there. Nothing like the Wild West!
The KOA in Debois is great !!!!! Love it !!!!
Thanks! That town was the perfect stop for us. What a great area!
Love that son/father adventure
Thanks so much!
yeah it can take some hours to get in the gate depending on what your starting point is... Long Day wow... what a great time in the park! great that he went in the water, love that you always go swimming. cool you found some more remote spots, and Moose !! AWESOME!
Such a memorable day! Incredible Park with so many cool activities and beauty. Thanks for watching and enjoy your weekend!
Hello there! I’m a new subscriber who has recently found a new love in hiking during this whole pandemic. I recently spent about 5 days in Yosemite, and used your Yosemite videos prior as reference. And now I watch your videos as reference for future backpacking/camping trips. Love the channel. Keep it up and I’ll see you on the trail.
Love reading stuff like that! So encouraged to know of your passion for hiking the outdoors and the ways you have found the videos helpful! Have a super week!
Awesome video, definitely makes me want visit the Grand Tetons again soon!
Nice to hear you've been out there! Such a majestic place!
Grand Teton National Park is someplace I've never been to yet so was cool to see on your video. Looks like you went during a really good time of year and the weather looked amazing. Totally beautiful park and I'm sure you wish you had more time there. Thanks for sharing your adventure brother.
Thanks, Eric! One of the most beautiful parks imo.
Beautiful footage as always. I am almost at 50 subscribers! Thank you for helping me work toward that goal.
Happy for you and your channel!
Those mountains in the back are absolutely stunning!! This place just moved up on the list!!
Good taste, brother! Many would say, most stunning mountain range in the US.
I went to Grand Teton over the summer and it was beautiful. I did the Snake River float trip and loved it. Thanks for being such a big supporter of my channel! I might reach 50 subscribers soon.
Keep enjoying the parks and the production of your vids!
The most beautiful and majestic mountain range in the US .. hands down!! Another great video! And... get Shane some food.. he’s going to wither away to nothing!!
hahha, loved it, Ed! In responding to comments this evening, the resounding theme echos your sentiments: Arguably the most beautiful mountain range in the US!
Awesome Footage, you are correct that your son go remember that cold Dip In a beautiful lake. My son and I were going to hike Mount Whitney last month but they close it down due to the California fires. Love doing stuff with my boys, keep up the awesome videos.
That's great, Jerry! Appreciate hearing about the time you are investing in your children!
I am there right now. I ended up camping at a small nice campground about 30 miles from Jackson. This is my 4th trip to the Tetons and I always look forward to it. The scenery is hard to beat. I know you recorded this last year. The crowds here and in Yellowstone are crazy large this year, compared to last year when I visited. I got stuck in a ten mile long traffic jam leaving Yellowstone yesterday but it was still worth it.
Hope the trip is going well, Jordan! Right on - lots of people, but everyone needs to experience these two NP gems!
Long time no see, friend! Been busy but havent forgotten about you and your wonderful adventures. This place is definitely on my bucket list and even more so now! Wyoming is just... amazing. Absolutely gorgeous videography and scenery. Great video! Thanks so much for sharing and hope y'all are staying safe and healthy🙏🗻
Appreciate those kind words, Sara! This is indeed one of the most beautiful parks imo! Have a super Thanksgiving!
@@AmericasParks you, as well, Randy!! Take care my, friend.🙏
Amazing video! Such a beautiful area we are excited to visit this month :)
Thanks and have a wonderful trip!
Like the map edit in the beginning 👍 Can't wait to get back to their Tetons...Homestead area looked pretty awesome 👌
Thanks for the feedback! Has to be one of the most beautiful NP's. Enjoy your weekend!
@@AmericasParks I agree but havent been to as many as you 😉
The water is always so cold. Yet so refreshing. Especailly when you've been camping and feel so dirty. It makes me feel like a mountain man
Wonderfully said! Thanks for watching!
Excellent video!!! Beautiful and exciting!
Thank you very much, Tammy!
Very nice video with a different view of this great national park! It always remind me on the pictures of the great photographer Ansel Adams! Greetings from Switzerland and have a great day!
Hey! Warm greetings from the US and thanks for the kind comments! You folks in Switzerland sure do know about beautiful mountain terrain! :)
Hello America's Park's😊! Father & Son trips are awesome. My son Alex & I have have hiked and road tripped all over this beautiful country and it's great you & Shane get to experience that. I have been to Grand Teton and explored the lakes and trails, and also drove up to Signal Mountain. Grand Teton is such a breathtaking Park and will definitely get there again. Luckily, we didn't see any bears. On another note, guess what National Monument is now open...Rainbow Bridge, National Monument😊!! That boat tour starting at Wahweep Marina to Rainbow Bridge is now open. You got to check it out. Great video Randy, can't wait for the next one.
Thanks, Al...well said! Still bumming we had that trip cancelled! Lord willing, we'll get back to Rainbow Bridge one of these days!
Nice... We skipped Grand Teton when we went to Yellowstone, but if we go back we're going to have to at least do one day to check it out. It looks lovely!
As other have said, perhaps the most beautiful mountain peaks. Definitely worth a stop!
We really wanted to get back to GTNP this year. It was not in the cards. Lines stink! We just go to Gros Ventre Campground. Glad that you and Shane had a great trip! Cascade Canyon is one we want to do too! Friends from IA! Woot! We love all the historic structures! Thanks Randy!
Thanks, Kay! Sorry to hear about your inability to get to GT. It has really been a tough year on many accounts. Was supposed to leave today for Central CA. Sad to see the many wildfires out there.
Americas Parks We has a really great vacation to RMNP instead. I have cousins and friends in CA and OR. It is a sad situation. Take care.
I was in the shop when that sign was made. Bam.
Camp up at the pass from Dubois. Its only 35 miles up to NF.
Cascade is it. If you go up Death Canyon walk around and down it even better.
Lots of animals. Anf they don't care about you. Moose Bears.
Have walked into dozens at dusk dawn on Teton trails.
Nice one Randy ! Your son must of been happy 😊 to have you for himself !👍😉Great moments together that he will remember all his life ! We spent 3 days in the Tetons after spending 4 days in Yellowstone it was stunning ! We saw Jenny Lake also but didn’t do the boat ride and no hiking since Hélène is always having a hard time with her left knee . Did also 3 videos of this stunning area.
Have a great upcoming weekend!
H&S 👩❤️👨🇨🇦🌈
That must have been wonderful to have such an extended stay at those two great US National Parks! Enjoy your weekend!!!
Americas Parks
We loved this trip so much !
Stay safe Randy 👩❤️👨🌈🇨🇦
What an awesome video.
Thanks
Really appreciate that, Mark!
It's interesting to watch the subtle changes in national park visits during the Covid 19 pandemic. It looked like the Jenny Lake boat had about half of the seats removed. Our family including our four-year granddaughter also went swimming at String Lake. Great video.
Yes, thankfully the crowds weren't too bad which made for a short wait while accommodating limited seating on the boat. Neat to hear you went to String Lake. Sweet little hidden gem!
What a gorgeous place! God made such beautiful landscapes
Amen to that! Thanks for the encouraging comment!
De cîtva timp am descoperit videoclipurile tale, sînt minunate , și coloana sonoră e ambientală
mi-ar plăcea să pot vizita si eu celpuțin un parc național American
felicitări , și multe alte videoclipuri !
Appreciate the very kind words! A warm welcome to the channel! Really hope you can visit a National Park in the USA one of these days! In my opinion, I'd recommend southern Utah!
This was amazing, have you ever thought about trout fishing, fly fishing would be incredible where y’all go...... just a thought 👍
Have very little experience in fishing - but have to admit, seeing those crystal mountain streams - I'm sure it is an enjoyable experience!
Great video! I wish we could come there again! Last time was 2013. So it is really nice to see it through your eyes 😉
Thanks so much, Andaus! Neat to hear you've been out there. Nothing like that spectacular mountain range!
Hope you enjoyed! Nice one for sure!
Thanks so much! Have a super weekend!
Just for future reference, that particular Dubois is pronounced DOO'-boys, not doo-BOY' (my uncle's friend is the curator at the military vehicle museum there, and I don't live all that far from there) - I know it looks like it should be the latter, but it's not actually. Another point of interest if you're ever back that way, there's a giant jackalope inside the Exxon there.
Thank you... knew that, not sure as to why I mispronounced it in the video. Mind is in a million places when trying to film these trips. lol!
awesome NTL park and great vid..
Really appreciate that, Trey!
What’s next? We’re headed to Congaree (never been) and Smoky mountain NTL in oct..
I’m going this weekend!! I cannot wait!
Super cool! Have a great time!
I knew I was going to like this effort when I saw the famous barn at Mormon Row at the beginning of your travel vlog (& later as well). Shane was quite a trooper! Have you been on the dirt road that follows the Snake River in the park? It gives some great views of the river and the mountains as it dips & rises. Kudos, as usual!
Thanks, Bob! No, haven't been on that road, but I added it to my notes if I ever get back. Have a super weekend!
Great video! Amazing scenery! Unsure why you flew into Denver vs SLC. It's a gorgeous drive but given the distance, this could have shaved hours of driving. Anyhow, thanks for sharing:)
Thanks so much and great question! Always base it on the cost. Can't recall the details, but the added fare to SLC was not worth forsaking the extra driving. Also, have a good friend in the Denver area that I was able to see on both ends of the trip. Have a super weekend!
Awesome share 💯👍🏻those waterfalls 😍
Thanks do much for the kind words!
OMG you are from Jersey! We are too and are going here next week. So frickin' awesome!! BTW, did you have bear spray? If so, where did you get it from?
Hey, super-cool to hear you are from the Garden State too! So few of us from Jersey make it beyond the Poconos! lol! And no, probably good to have, but we stayed on the popular trails. We rented bear spray in Yellowstone back in 2016. The negative with bear spray is you can't fly with it - so drop $50? and you'll need to leave it behind. Enjoy your trip!
@@AmericasParks WOW! thanks! And I was going to buy some and pack it. Thanks for the save!
Please read "Undaunted Courage" about the first exploration of the Lewis & Clark expedition. It may give you unique insight to the area
Thanks for the "heads-up." Love this era of US history!
Great video. Have to note it is "Dew-boys". :)
Thanks so much! :) Have a super weekend!
@@AmericasParks You as well! I just subbed here and on insta btw. Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Waaaay to go Shane.
Right on! Always tough for my kids on their first day away from mom. Shane was no exception, but he pressed on! Thanks for the kind words!
Greetings from 42.0406° N, 87.7826° W. I bet you get this all the time, but I can see you as a National Park Forest Ranger or PBS/Travel Channel host. You already have your own catchphrase like Smokey the Bear.
haha... love it, Mark!
I was there on September 14 and had a minor meltdown because there were so many people. I couldn't even find a place to park, people were parking on the sides of the roads for a mile out and walking into the visitor centers. I have now been to the park twice and have yet to make it inside to stamp my passport!
Yeah, really need to be selective at this one in terms of attraction and time of visitation. Same here, Jenny Lake was packed! Take care!
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Yes, sure is a beautiful place indeed!
Amazing videos! Hope to get out to Grand Teton and Yellowstone next year. I saw in a previous video you use airline points to travel frequently. Which airline has the best reward system to accumulate points on purchases would you say?
Thanks, Ivan! For the longest time we used Southwest (until they moved their fleet out of NJ). Now we use United. So much for us is getting our bags (camping gear) to fly for free as well.
sangat cocok untuk tempat rekreasi teman .;.;.;.
Thank you!
Great stuff😊
Thanks so much, Mark!
Great father/son trip. ‘Glad to see you got rid of the face masks. Face masks outside? Really? Loved the String Lake plunges.
Thanks so much! So many good memories on this first National Park trip we did together. Take care!
Had to type this before I forgot - one, Shane is a natural and two MOOSE!
Thanks, Heather! He'll be encouraged to hear that!
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Thanks for watching!
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Greetings from the USA!
did you ever see a bear at grand teton？
Hi Max, only the one way off in the distance that was pointed out by the boat captain. Whenever I am there I always hear about bear sightings, but never get the opportunity myself.
Americas Parks Last time I saw a mother bear wondering with her baby bear at grand teton！I wish I could visit there once more！
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Thanks for watching!
I think that's child abuse. That waters cold. Good job.
Yeah, but knew he'd be thankful he did it! lol! Have a great week, Mike!
I love seeing you do this trip with your son! The Tetons are one of our favorites. Looks like you had a beautiful day. Blessings to your family - making the most out of the summer!
Thanks, guys! Looks like you are having a great time in Alaska! I'm happy for you and taking notes! :)
Wow -- those are some amazing views! I concur with the others: The editing of this video is amazing! I'm confident that those views and this father-son adventure will stick with Shane for a lifetime. Well done!
That was well-said, Chris! Means a lot... thank you!
these videos are so wholesome
Thanks, really try to aim for that. Happy to hear you notice it!
Wow the editing is stellar in this video! I would love to try the Cascade Canyon trail sometime, so pretty. I also love the western music accompanying the old barns.
Thanks, Hailey! That trail was the best. You can take it deep into the wilderness and then join up with other trails for a big backpacking loop.
Cascade Canyon just may be my favorite trail in the entire Parks system. Being in between all the peaks is incredible and the first turn you make when the valley opens up in front of you is breathtaking. I always recommend this one!
@@stjohn92 Right on - same for me! Hope to return and backpack that entire loop one day!
Another park for Shane’s scoreboard! So this is where the trip truly started... so magnificent. Remind Shane that this plunge won’t be his first and last... especially when traveling with Dad! Take care and thanks for your consistent high-quality work.
That was a great comment, James! Shane will be encouraged to hear that (I think...lol! )!
Another great video, Randy. You continue to be an inspiration with your travels to these wonderful parks and your interaction with your family. Much respect!
Thanks for warm sentiments! Means a lot to me. Hope you have a super weekend!
Another great video. Great that you get to experience the various parks with your kids. Glad your son took the plunge. :-)
haha... Really didn't think I'd talk him into that one! Take care!
Another awesome video!! Good job, Dad!! Your son is adorable
So kind of you, Amy! Thank you and have a great weekend!
Pastor Randy, please know that so many of us truly appreciate the effort you put in to share these beautiful images with us. Thank you!
Appreciate that, brother! Means a lot to me!
Thank you again for another inspiring video. Beautiful scenery!
Really appreciate that, Joe!
Great dad + great son = fantastic memories to last a lifetime...Have been teaching middle school for 25 years and only wish more parents would take that kind of an interest in their children...good on both of you and continue on more great journeys together...
That's the stuff that really blesses my heart! Thank you for the reminder and encouragement. And thanks for your service to the most precious age of Americans. It takes a special soul to teach Middle School (did it myself for 9 years - lol!).
Thanks for another great video, Randy! We visited Grand Teton this week and it quickly became one of our favorites. Haze from nearby fires clouded our views a little. We slept near Moran junction in covered wagons - quite a memorable experience! Keep inspiring us to see the parks and inspiring us to spend time with our family.
Hey guys, really appreciate that! Wonderful to hear of your memorable experience at GT! Have a super weekend!
Beautiful! I enjoyed the Grand Teton National Park back in Sept. 2017. Didn't explore too much, but definitely saw plenty of beauty. Thank you for your amazing videos of your adventurous journeys.
Glad you are enjoying the videos, Chelsea!
Super great video. You and your son are making lasting memories!! I've been to the Tetons, but missed those areas you visited. Thanks for the pointing them out.
Enjoyed your kind words, Rick! Have a super week!
I really love your videos! Is it possible that you never made a video over the Rocky Mountains National Park? I couldn‘ find one in your channel.
Hi Stefanie, yes, we went there back in 2016 - it should be in the Colorado playlist. (One of my first videos, lol! ). Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/oy4SrsaItbI/видео.html
I really enjoyed not only the gorgeous sights of your adventure but the palpable enthusiasm ... excitement of a father/son experience with nature. Absolutely wonderful! Again, your expertly shot content & editing brings it to life for your appreciative audience 😉
Stay safe and well 😷✌️🙏🏼
So beautifully stated! Blessed to read your kind, thoughtful and encouraging words!
I think Grand Tetons is in my top 3 national parks I want to visit. Looks so beautiful! Looks like you and Shane had a great time. Surprised you got him to go underwater lol thanks for sharing!
Definitely get it on the list! Neat thing is Yellowstone is only about an hour north. Only drawback is they get busy during the summer months.
Another top notch video. Video was gorgeous looking and really captured the beauty of this park. This park is more beautiful than I remember. I went a few times as a child but really do not recall much except for Hidden Falls. That sticks out in mind because I was obsessed with waterfalls. Is it your preference to do short 1-week vacations or are you limited to that timeframe? Just curious as I am not sure I could travel like that and limit myself to just 1 or 2 days in some of these parks. We tend to fully explore parks for multiple days if the parks highlights, size, etc. warrant it. We usually do one big trip (~3 weeks) each year with some extended weekend trips sprinkled in for some of the more local sites. However, you are getting out west multiple times a year which is amazing. My thought process is that there are so many other destinations to see and that I have no idea when I may be able to return. Neither way is correct, just different philosophies and circumstances. Also, just finished up a four day camping trip my oldest son who is 12. We hit Friendship Hill NHS, Antietam and Monocacy Battlefields, and Shenandoah in order to hike Old Rag. Not sure if you have ever hiked Old Rag but it was an epic hike. Highly recommend. Beautiful views and a very fun 1 mile rock scramble to the summit.
Sounds like you had a great trip, Michael! Neat to hear about the memories you are creating with your son! I've hit that area, but it was the "pre-vlogging days" and limited in its duration. Hope to get back in the near future. Yeah, like you said, a personal preference. We have chosen short stays at a few parks over a 8-9 day trip - vacation time for 4-5 of these trips/year. It makes more multiple video opportunities and nice if I return to hit stuff I missed on an earlier visit. Take care!
Americas Parks we had an absolute blast and great weather as well. Most importantly, quality time with my son. Added bonus in knocking off Old Rag. I have had that circled for a few years but know it wasn’t feasible with the younger two sons. I’ve looked into flying to see if I can make the western parks more accessible and maybe do more than one trip per year. We are a family of five and just the flight alone puts us $1.5k - $2k in the hole instantly. Pretty big pill to swallow for multiple trips. So one big trip a year for us right now.
We love Grand Teton National Park! It's one of our all-time favorite places. Cascade Canyon is gorgeous! Great video! ❤
Love y’all, I think y’all are doing amazing things 👍
You are a fine encourager! Thankful for your heart!
It is so sweet to see your interaction and encouragement with Shane so that he has memories that will last a lifetime with you. We were very grateful for the the no-reservation system and campground entrance line when our E. Glacier and Banff reservations got cancelled and we were just able to do first come first serve for a portion of our summer trip. Gros Ventre went out of their way to find spots for people to stay even if it took a little time in line. If reservations had been required, we probably wouldn't have gotten in and missed doing something we wouldn't have thought was possible.
We took our 8 year old granddaughter on the Cascade Canyon Trail expecting to stop at the fork. When she found out there was snow at Solitude Lake, she wanted to try to keep hiking and she did her longest hike ever - 15.5 miles round-trip to make it to the snow. I will never forget her determination to see the snow and going far beyond what she ever thought was possible for her. She got a BIG reward playing in the snow and on the hike back to Jenny Lake by getting to see a black bear eating berries close by. That day will be one of the best memories a grandparent could ever hope for and so happy for you that you are having these experiences with your children.
That was beautiful, Anne! Thanks so much for the encouragement and sure did enjoy reading the story of your granddaughter. More determination than most adults! Beautiful!
Such crisp footage. The mountains and waters are amazing. Fun first father son trip!
Thanks, Julie! It was a nice start to our trip!
The #1 favorite park for the Vawser family. We try and go there at least every other year. Glad you both got to enjoy the beauty of those mountains before all the smoke rolled in!
Hey Andy, crazy stuff! Last Sunday I pulled the plug on my CA trip to Yosemite and Sequoia - was scheduled to leave yesterday. Praise God, heard last night the two parks were just closed. So sad to see what's happening.
@@AmericasParks Yeah its getting crazy out here. The National Forest directly south of me is completely in flames. I can see the fire from our house tonight. Hopefully you get to go on your trip sooner rather than later.
The videos you make are very detailed!!! this channel is soo underrated !! I just subscribed. Keep up the good work
Really appreciate hearing that, Stephen! Have a super weekend!
Amazing and so peaceful. Just what we need during these turbulent times 🙏
That's nice to hear, Emily!
Ahh man, that is one thing about the big parks, all the waiting...but I see why, beautiful place...man what a great place to walk. Cascade canyon seems to be the place to soak er in. Keep rockin the adventures!
Good taste, my fiend! Would love to do some backpacking in Cascade Canyon. Amazing! Hope it was a great summer for the fam!
wooooo 4 hours from your house by flight? its already take me from Bali to Maldives more or less.. but enjoy all the travelling rituals no?.. wonderful park always.. love the color of the video too
Hey, thanks for commenting on the color! Working hard to get the color grade right - still a lot to learn! :)
24 hours isn't much time in that park! It looks like it's fairly big with a ton of things to do! Congrats on getting in the water Shane, much braver than me!
Yeah, a few days would have been much better and a little more relaxed, but we didn't want to miss some other notable places in the region. Arguably the most beautiful mountain range in the US! Have a great week, Josh!
Lovely, just lovely. Let me know if you lend Shane out. He might just surpass the girls in this whole vlog thing.
haha! He would love to travel with you guys and then sleep in the boat! :) He'll be encouraged to know you said that!
Photography was breathtaking. The landscape looked as beautiful, if not more beautiful, than any of the 16 parks I have visited. Maybe it was my mood but definitely want to see it soon. Thanks so much for all the time you spend creating and editing these. Really look forward to your videos. Hope to run into you and family some day.
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Thanks, Nancy... would be great to cross paths on a trail one of these days! We'll get you in the video! :)
Ah, loved it. We drove out to Dubois from MN last summer. Then got up at 4am to get a spot at Jenny Lake Campground for 5 nights. We did the Cascade Canyon hike up to the fork (9 miles total). Saw 4 moose. It was my favorite thing we did in Grand Teton. Stay safe! Be well!
You guys did well! That Canyon trail was the best. Would love to hike the entire loop. And congrats on the JL campground. That one fills up the quickest!
One of my top 5 parks bud. We camped 2 nights at Gros Ventre campground as a base and also did the boat across the lake. Had Moose in our camp and checked out nearby Jackson Hole. You could spend hours just staring at those mountains. Great video! Have you finalized anything for Colorado yet?
So true about those mountains - perhaps the most beautiful range. Will text you regarding CO.
o only 2 of you in this trip? .. father son bonding
yes, the first trip with Shane!
Great video! Love watching your channel. We actually recently started a channel watching videos like this inspired us to share our travels. Thanks for the info in the video
Appreciate that guys! I'll have to stop by and take a look!
@@AmericasParks thank you very much!
Was raised in NJ until I entered service in '71. Lived in Passaic Co. and attended Co. Tech. in Paterson and Wayne.
Nice, Larry! We presently live in NJ, near the shore. Thanks for watching!
Too bad you and your son only had 24 hours in one of the most gorgeous parks in the west! we live in Idaho Falls only so close to Craters, Yellowstone and Grand Teton. we are blessed. hope to see you o the trail!
Hey Farren, you just about described our entire trip from last summer - three parks in Idaho, Fossil Butte, Yellowstone and Teton! You are blessed indeed... such an incredible area!
nice. so the jenny lake hike and the homestead can take a good day? im looking to see 2 days there and 3 at yellowstone. need to plan everything not to miss all the cool spots.
Yeah, we did everything in this video in one day, so one day to hit both of those location should be no problem. Get to Jenny Lake early for parking and boat reservations. Another option is to hike around the lake. Enjoy! Also, check out my 2 Yellowstone videos - the perfect 2-day itinerary!
You Need to invest in some trail shoes, too many people out there not wearing the proper gear and getting injured on the trail, then rescue teams have to come out to get, costing the parks money.
Foot issues - have tried many shoes, these are the only ones I have found that work. Never any issues with traction or lack of ankle support.
We didn't get a chance on our short stay last summer to do the hikes by Jenny Lake. Need to go back here! Thanks and travel safe!
Jenny Lake is incredible and therefore can be a bit overcrowded. Get an early start. Let's hope for a better 2021 for traveling!
@@AmericasParks Yeah, that is why we skipped it. The lot was packed!
What a trooper and great traveling companion!
Thanks, Regina - that will really encourage Shane. So kind of you!