A 35 year old note in the back of a cave said this...

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  • Опубликовано: 26 авг 2020
  • In the farthest reaches of the smallest passage in the back of the darkest cave... beyond where (we thought) any human could possibly go... we found a 35 year old hand written note. With a name and phone number listed in very faded ink.
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Комментарии • 1 тыс.

  • @delcosspdfreek
    @delcosspdfreek 3 года назад +572

    The note in the back of the cave? .....we've been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty.

  • @anlangms7860
    @anlangms7860 3 года назад +318

    This young man is mature beyond his years .His parents should be so proud they must be doing something right.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +72

      Yes we're taken him in caves! ; )

    • @casualbeluga2724
      @casualbeluga2724 3 года назад +1

      @@Bravo-Too-Much he's not 19

    • @DianneAlexander4858
      @DianneAlexander4858 3 года назад

      @@Bravo-Too-Much proof?

    • @prezlamen7906
      @prezlamen7906 2 года назад +5

      @@DianneAlexander4858 In some of the first caving videos they uploaded he said he is old enough to drive but just looks much younger.
      In his age i looked like a 1.70m baby. Heck im 30 now and i look 18 its nuts.

    • @marcmartel7542
      @marcmartel7542 2 года назад +3

      @@prezlamen7906 Im 37 people give me 25!

  • @bigfoot3866
    @bigfoot3866 3 года назад +93

    "It might not look that scary guys.".
    Yes it absolutely did.
    No thank you.

  • @matthewbanko3847
    @matthewbanko3847 3 года назад +155

    Dude fuck that. I'm damn near shedding a tear and having a panic attack watching this.

    • @vanessahiner1736
      @vanessahiner1736 3 года назад +3

      @Matthew Banko right? Me too.

    • @Jjacidburn84
      @Jjacidburn84 3 года назад +3

      Mee tooo

    • @Olga-ut8sm
      @Olga-ut8sm 3 года назад +2

      Heck yeah, my nerve is shot (I only have the one ya know) and my back is killin me!

    • @straponsandstuff93r99
      @straponsandstuff93r99 3 года назад +5

      It's videos like this that turned me to the smack

    • @mariagricius8994
      @mariagricius8994 3 года назад +2

      Why? I love caves! I would have been so ecstatic to have done this when I was his sons age.
      Soooooo cool!

  • @kissforthemiss
    @kissforthemiss 3 года назад +212

    Them: exploring
    Me: how they get the camera in front and behind them o.O

    • @kissforthemiss
      @kissforthemiss 3 года назад +7

      I also Love how you are helping Jacob up even if your really sore that is just so nice of you to help!!!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +107

      We go in, place a camera, go back out, go back in... it takes FOREVER! Sometimes we use an extension pole to place a camera in a passage and then crawl towards it.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +67

      Sometimes Jacob helps me. We have a pretty good system for climbing and getting around.

    • @Fish-gl6is
      @Fish-gl6is 3 года назад +5

      Caveman Hikes I though you just went first and had jake climb while you were recording.

    • @jellyt4967
      @jellyt4967 3 года назад +8

      @@CalvinHikes definitely pays off! Some great caving, really appreciate the information provided and awesome video work!

  • @thekmfdmmachine3919
    @thekmfdmmachine3919 3 года назад +68

    Dude, i literally can't breathe watching the kid squeeze into that small ending spot.

    • @minecraftpotato5736
      @minecraftpotato5736 2 года назад +2

      same, don't know why i watch these videos, they scare me so much

  • @vroomoon
    @vroomoon 3 года назад +125

    3:30
    Good god you have some core strength.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +30

      Correct.

    • @masters1ful
      @masters1ful 3 года назад +7

      @@CalvinHikes lol

    • @bigpicturethinking5620
      @bigpicturethinking5620 3 года назад +1

      Yeah I was surprised to see him just get on it like that.

    • @verifieduser6781
      @verifieduser6781 3 года назад +3

      I read this comment and skipped to there thinking it was going to be way more impressive lol.

    • @johnathanbodkin122
      @johnathanbodkin122 3 года назад

      I can do it but last time I did I pulled my rotor cuff

  • @archangel2437
    @archangel2437 3 года назад +350

    *does crazy laugh* *looks at jacob all serious* "i should have played the joker" i love it keep up the good content guys stay safe😂

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +38

      I turned the volume down for that section of the video because it is loud!

    • @potatolivesmatter3952
      @potatolivesmatter3952 3 года назад +3

      @@CalvinHikes thank you

    • @calimane7693
      @calimane7693 3 года назад +3

      Lmfaooo dude sounds just like Chucky 🤣🤣🤣

    • @HaloCarter
      @HaloCarter 3 года назад +2

      You guys should do an equipment video of what you bring down in the caves.

    • @Xerc100
      @Xerc100 3 года назад

      @@CalvinHikes don’t you get imaginations of dieing there

  • @YesItsMeGuys68
    @YesItsMeGuys68 3 года назад +27

    THIS is my worst nightmare ....

  • @The_Big_Tan
    @The_Big_Tan 3 года назад +77

    I’m glad you guys do this so I don’t have to!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +31

      You don't have to go in a cave but you should go outside and find an adventure! Or even just go for a drive... always something fun to do. Anyways, Thanks!

  • @KpopOrigami
    @KpopOrigami 3 года назад +18

    Is it weird that every other cave channel makes me afraid of caves but these two somehow make caves seem inviting?

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +5

      Cool. That's interesting. Maybe because we show them as adventures?

    • @fritzyG.
      @fritzyG. 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@CalvinHikes because you are so down to earth with it. You dont do the things for us alone or to impress anyone. Theres no taking risks, going unprepaired or diving head first into situations you have no backup. The mindset you are taking us with is so well narrated and explanatory with an aura of fun, you practise to get out of stuck situations when you didnt even got stuck in the first place just to feel how it is and wont panic when it might happen for real. This all being so unspectacular making it so special. Hard to explain :D

  • @aimizonoroff9959
    @aimizonoroff9959 3 года назад +138

    You guys have a great forest, full of life, green and healthy. Our forests in Germany are dried out and dying in the heat of the relentless sun. There was no rain in 3 years.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +36

      Yikes that's no good. Yeah, we get plenty of rain in the Pacific Northwest corner of the United States. Mountains trees rivers waterfalls. It's very beautiful.

    • @aimizonoroff9959
      @aimizonoroff9959 3 года назад +8

      @@CalvinHikes That's nice to hear, all the rainclouds make like a kind of circle around Germany. That is called continental climate, another problem is, that we do not have an ocean near to southern Germany. Our meadows look like savannahs.

    • @s2v10r4
      @s2v10r4 3 года назад +3

      Caveman Hikes I found your channel today and I like it a lot.

    • @crystalz1839
      @crystalz1839 3 года назад +17

      In Germany the forests are really good what are u talking about lol.

    • @s2v10r4
      @s2v10r4 3 года назад

      Sofia Ariella Vivienne Ilina-Mironenko I’ve been to some. Rlly dry

  • @jxnaswrld8572
    @jxnaswrld8572 3 года назад +136

    I dont find joy in watching these but I do have joy in watching these if that makes sense

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +42

      Like a love-hate relationship. It's EXACTLY the same inside the cave. It's a nightmare we just keep returning to.

    • @refrigerator3660
      @refrigerator3660 3 года назад +4

      @@CalvinHikes so it's like drugs?

    • @noahsick7486
      @noahsick7486 3 года назад

      @@refrigerator3660 😂 I guess so

    • @BrdyBvll
      @BrdyBvll 3 года назад +3

      @@refrigerator3660 the people that don’t do drugs or alcohol are usually these types, if you aren’t getting a buzz off a substance you may aswell get high on life! I personally would choose drugs over this tho 😂

    • @Jdhdndjei
      @Jdhdndjei 3 года назад

      @@refrigerator3660 LOLOLOL

  • @rmj1672
    @rmj1672 3 года назад +69

    You're gonna make it big on youtube, and well deserved! Despite the claustrophobic nature of these caves, you make the videos oddly relaxing and very informative too. Keep it up!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +5

      Thank you. We'll see what happens! Here we go!

  • @13579alec
    @13579alec 3 года назад +124

    I feel like the guy that left the note didn’t really care all that much. Especially for someone finding his note from 35 years ago. I would be ecstatic, and probably would have forgot about the note in the first place.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +68

      That's what we thought And I'm glad you picked up on that. But we've also noted that most people who are avid cavers have a pretty calm demeanor. Nothing really excites them. And that calmness may allow them to not panic when they are in caves. We are about as hyper as it gets for people who are willing to go in caves.
      We actually edit it out a little bit where he was actually not real happy that we took the note with us. He wanted to see if somebody would have found it coming from the opposite direction. It was really a bizarre interaction.
      But a good reminder to be excited for people.

    • @fightingducks2669
      @fightingducks2669 3 года назад +3

      I'd go back in with a rc car and a camera, maybe the boy missed something, maybe that means belt was a little to tight

    • @thomas8099
      @thomas8099 3 года назад +12

      Especially with that big thumbs up, he wanted to end that conversation quickly lol.

    • @milowilson5482
      @milowilson5482 3 года назад +7

      Yeah., the guy's responses were super dull... I imagine the guy is pretty old by now though... The note itself was 35... The guy was likely to have been close to that age when he left it there...

    • @caverpilot
      @caverpilot 3 года назад +1

      @@CalvinHikes It's also likely because you're not the first person to find the note; this is a very popular cave!

  • @bobpeters61
    @bobpeters61 3 года назад +17

    I though for sure that little boy was getting stuck someplace the adult couldn't reach to save him. Scared the daylights out of me.

  • @williamwarner6383
    @williamwarner6383 3 года назад +40

    I wish I had a dad like this :( maybe not one that goes into tiny caves, but I love your family. You guys are insane and just earned a sub.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +7

      Thank you, double W!

    • @williamwarner6383
      @williamwarner6383 3 года назад +5

      @@CalvinHikes I have some good initials, I have to admit

    • @quickbrick8538
      @quickbrick8538 3 года назад

      Rip ur dad

    • @s.tradeswoman2034
      @s.tradeswoman2034 3 года назад +3

      Amen, thats one lucky boy. God bless them both. I think its Uncle and Nephew

  • @Cgrant65
    @Cgrant65 3 года назад +61

    I love the idea of a father and son adventure more than anything!

    • @lindastrang6755
      @lindastrang6755 3 года назад +23

      Or uncle and nephew in this case.

    • @AlmaWells
      @AlmaWells 3 года назад +1

      Too dangerous ! What if an earthquake happened ??? What if their batteries died, and they had no light ???
      What if his dad suddenly suffered a " stroke, " or heart-attack ???
      This video was very disturbing ! What if they got lost, and couldn't find their way out ???
      I was so scared watching this video. No oxygen ! Too, too scary for me ! Much too scary!

    • @jev8665
      @jev8665 3 года назад +2

      @@AlmaWells their batteries won't go out because they would make sure their charges earthquakes are suprisingly safe in a cave you could say what if you have a stroke driving a car so you should not drive a car and they have a map most likely to find their way out also most caves only have one main path you can fit in

    • @2upacalypsenow
      @2upacalypsenow 3 года назад

      @@AlmaWells lol ok theres some legit concerns here but a heart attack or stroke? seriously? lol you know there's medications for what you have right? jking but really u need to relax a little lol.

    • @staticalphabetsoup637
      @staticalphabetsoup637 3 года назад +1

      @@AlmaWells Heya, so when people are responsible about this, they do a few things. It’s definitely scary, but not nearly as dangerous as you’d think. When underground, you’re actually quite safe from earthquakes, these places have stood strong for thousands of years through many earthquakes without collapsing.
      - Bring fully charged lights, and extra batteries.
      - Tell others where they’re going, and when they’ll be back.
      - They use maps, aren’t just going in blind to random caves.
      There’s plenty of oxygen down there, it’s mainly altitude that you’ve gotta worry about because eventually air gets too thin to sustain you.
      It is definitely spooky for those unaccustomed, but if anything went wrong, search and rescue would be on the way as soon as they missed their scheduled return time.

  • @shricz8766
    @shricz8766 3 года назад +29

    i'm claustrophobic why am i watching this

  • @josephstorm2819
    @josephstorm2819 2 года назад +7

    I love how imperfectly perfect the videos are. Way more genuine

  • @sneeringimperialist6667
    @sneeringimperialist6667 3 года назад +6

    When you are in a cave far from the surface, and the guy you're with starts laughing like a maniac...

  • @mccolewastaken
    @mccolewastaken 3 года назад +39

    get an rc car to push through small spots to see of the continue.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +42

      We do. That's how we know the passages are safe.

    • @refrigerator3660
      @refrigerator3660 3 года назад +10

      wow that's really cool

  • @fsdirtbear926
    @fsdirtbear926 3 года назад +5

    This is amazing memories you’re creating with you boy and I love it. You’re such an inspa

  • @clarrnceclark9482
    @clarrnceclark9482 3 года назад +15

    This kid has more courage and his little pinky and I do my whole body

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      Jacob lives to cave and explore. Our whole family is twisted in that direction. Someday we’ll video the waterfalls we climb in box canyons. Granddad.

  • @CalvinHikes
    @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +5

    *SECOND CHANNEL for a lot more in depth caving videos. ruclips.net/channel/UCG-kf7tBucTpW6vb-cmx64Q
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    • @3Dimen
      @3Dimen 3 года назад

      Si la financiación por anuncios ayuda a que se cree mejor o más contenido en este canal... Bienvenida sea la publicidad 🙃

  • @tack_dog
    @tack_dog 3 года назад +5

    Thanks for bringing us along. Can't do this stuff anymore, but so glad we have this opportunity. Bless you.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      So many caves...I’m sure one would fit your style. Caveman’s dad here...underground often at 73.

  • @exploringthetributaries643
    @exploringthetributaries643 3 года назад +2

    This was another very enjoyable episode, thanks a lot for these awesome underground adventures!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      Thanks. Jacobs granddad here, and an avid caver still at 73. The crazier this world gets, the more we like down under!

  • @joshswimmerly7110
    @joshswimmerly7110 3 года назад +47

    Inherently I believe it when you say caving is only semi dangerous. But in my head and in my adrenal system, its a very different story. You guys are absolutely courageous and brave. Being brave is not about not feeling fear. Its about feeling fear and going forward regardless. And you do that. Doing this at your age is going to give you a tremendous tool box filled with the items you will find invaluable to survive the rest of this life and thrive. The knowledge you are gaining is priceless and along with focus and intent you can turn what you love to do, into an empire. Be safe and learn all you can. Because its about more than just caving. 💯

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +12

      It's ALWAYS about more than caving. Thanks for the excellent input.

    • @suestoons
      @suestoons 3 года назад +6

      Thank you Josh for eloquently describing my feelings and thoughts.
      I have some cognitive dysfunction that greatly hinders my ability to communicate effectively.
      It's nice when someone else can put in words that which is swirling in my head.
      ✔☺

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +4

      Having the sheer joy of being included on many caving trips, the charisma of Calvin is so uplifting. He reads caves like a book, and is teaching as we explore. Thanks for your kind encouragement. Bad dad

    • @davesmith5656
      @davesmith5656 Год назад

      What I notice is that they have no line. They're relying on memory? That cave looks different when exiting. Line is not that expensive, neither is a reel - or two - and cookies divers use. Edit: Seeing more of the cave and the path they took, the thing about not having a line or at least some kind of markers - preferably light-sensitive glow sticks - with all the interesting passages and formations, attention gets diverted away from noting exactly where they are. Heck, I've been to museums and airports I've gotten lost in. People have gotten into serious trouble lost in caves.

  • @juice1748
    @juice1748 2 года назад +19

    This kid is well on his way to have a great career in some type of geology or something along those lines. Awesome to see the youngsters getting interested in these subjects 👏 😀 👍

  • @jra2515
    @jra2515 3 года назад +14

    This is giving me heart palpitations

  • @czarusia5437
    @czarusia5437 Год назад

    thank you for everything you guys do for the community

  • @richardwalsh5458
    @richardwalsh5458 2 года назад +10

    Jacob is going to be a special kinda human when he is older. He is already but he will be a very productive adult and will be very successful. You can tell

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад +2

      The channel has really helped him become a super good communicator. As for the rest of his life hes just such an absolute gentleman
      And thank you!

  • @michelleesterhuizen4279
    @michelleesterhuizen4279 2 года назад +3

    That cave was beautiful!! And thank you for teaching us about the rock formations and the lava flow it makes the video even more interesting (ps i have been binge watching these caving videos😂 i love it)

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад

      That's one of the more beautiful caves around here!

  • @darryltaylor9916
    @darryltaylor9916 3 года назад +5

    9:34 ..."we've been trying to contact you about your extended car insurance" =oD

  • @michaelsalehi2702
    @michaelsalehi2702 3 года назад +51

    This is torture for guys like me with at least some level of claustrophobia.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +2

      Do the thing you fear, and the death of fear is certain. Grandpa

    • @timharper4246
      @timharper4246 Год назад +1

      @@billsanders9387 a tight squeeze about 800 feet long in RockCastle KY cured my claustrophobia.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Год назад

      @@timharper4246 That is cave heaven. Watching videos actually helps some people too. Our entire family caves to some degree…three generations in some cave videos. Thanks for watching

  • @instigatorobearga
    @instigatorobearga 3 года назад +1

    I couldn't breathe watching, but you two are an amazing father and son adventure team.

  • @carenxatu5962
    @carenxatu5962 2 года назад +5

    Wow! That is just so incredible! Cave spelunking is already thrilling as it is but to find a note in one? That sparks a very unique type of excitement and wonder. And Jacob is pretty amazing too. You guys look like you’re having so much fun.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much. It is very fun

    • @AnEnderNon
      @AnEnderNon 2 года назад +1

      webe been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty

  • @Nwwqofjfnskcj
    @Nwwqofjfnskcj 3 года назад +18

    These videos are awesome man, you’ve earnt yourself a sub

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +1

      Welcome aboard! We earn nothing! We're just having fun and taking videos. Not every cave is crazy! Some of these videos are gunna be like, welp, here's a cave. Lol.

  • @vinnymig
    @vinnymig 2 года назад +11

    I am claustrophobic and the first time I saw your videos I couldn't breathe properly for a moment or two. Thank you for allowing me to see the tiny caves you explore as it helps me with my condition somehow. Although I don't think I'll ever get into one myself😃.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      Keep watching and you may start getting a strange desire to buy gloves and knee pads. Caveman’s dad

  • @philburr4075
    @philburr4075 3 года назад +1

    Another great video, I love it when you upload cheers

  • @Gerkola
    @Gerkola 3 года назад +4

    Been wanting to get into caving for so long. Watching your videos has officially got me into it! Also you could definitely play as the next joker haha

  • @sockrida
    @sockrida 3 года назад +9

    this is some really underated content keep it up

  • @tommyc9659
    @tommyc9659 3 года назад +1

    U guys r AWESOME thanks for all u do

  • @otm2002
    @otm2002 5 месяцев назад

    bro the caving and crowling is somthing and make a good filming out of it is a whole different level, I really appritiate it.

  • @horsewithnoname4157
    @horsewithnoname4157 3 года назад +30

    Imagine your about 2 enter a cave and you hear this echo 2:56 😂😂 love the videos lads stay safe

    • @kmprssr6922
      @kmprssr6922 3 года назад +1

      yea i get to the entranced of a cave and hear that echoing deep from inside I'm turning tail! LMAO

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      Cave echos are interesting, but so far, we haven’t heard that. The buzz of a rattlesnake in an entrance, however, we have heard. We left the cave for him and his friends. Caveman’s dad.

  • @digitalSixer
    @digitalSixer 3 года назад +8

    Great video and really interesting find, especially since you were able to follow up on the note you found!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +4

      We thought it would be way more fun trying to solve the mystery, but about 3 minutes after we got home and checked Facebook, it was over. And totally hilarious that Chris was just part of the original mapping crew and now the president of the Willamette Valley Grotto.

    • @joeytripp3474
      @joeytripp3474 3 года назад +1

      @@CalvinHikes will you ever do a Q&A about caves and cave experiences?

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      Great idea. Post your questions here and we just may have an answer. Granddad...still caving frequently at 73. Btw, every new caves gives new questions and new answers.

  • @corz6228
    @corz6228 Год назад +1

    awesome videos man, cant say i could ever muster up the courage to do any of this myself but thank you for sharing every inch of your journeys with us, amazing to be able to see these things without having to delve as deep as you, so again i thank you, keep up the vids man! subscribed

  • @samailmusaev212
    @samailmusaev212 3 года назад +11

    7:11 OH NO DONT DO THAT

  • @lperezduran
    @lperezduran 3 года назад +12

    This channel is amazing

  • @slimpoobs9830
    @slimpoobs9830 3 года назад +8

    I love watching your channel, I've never gone caving but ive always wanted to, and your channel makes it seem so much more fun and safe to do so, great channel and stay safe 👍

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +2

      Caving has it's dangers, but no need to be "afraid" of it. Even if you don't go caving... getting outside is almost always fun and adventurous.

    • @slimpoobs9830
      @slimpoobs9830 3 года назад +1

      @@CalvinHikes That it is

    • @jackiemack8653
      @jackiemack8653 3 года назад

      Visit Mammoth Caves in Kentucky and visit caverns also like Luray and Shenandoah in Virginia just to get your feet wet and see if u like being underground also Howe caverns are smaller caverns upstate NY but still cool

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      We’ve heard much about those massive caves, but they get many visitors. These super remote caves are rarely found, and are still being initially pushed byCaveman and the rest of the family. Grandad.

  • @notflanders4967
    @notflanders4967 2 года назад +1

    crazy to watch! Jacob had me panicking for a minute. I had to pause and breathe for a minute

  • @HighOnTheHawg
    @HighOnTheHawg 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for making this video, very cool!

  • @odingnarles
    @odingnarles 3 года назад +11

    Thank you for doing these adventures so we don’t have to.
    But seriously be as safe as possible.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      We appreciate the comments, sweaty palms and all. Safety is a constant part of our trips underground. Freeways cause us heart palpitations. Bad Dad.

  • @danielsalvatore45
    @danielsalvatore45 3 года назад +20

    Anyone else here during quarentine

  • @melodygodbey3092
    @melodygodbey3092 3 года назад +1

    Awesome.....I did this in central Texas.....with my dad in the 70s .......you made my heart drop in my feet a couple of times. So many memories......tyvm for sharing. Your nefew is awesome too.

  • @Dennis-rc4ld
    @Dennis-rc4ld 2 года назад +1

    Thank you ! Great Video

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад

      You're welcome and thank you

  • @WoodysAR
    @WoodysAR 3 года назад +10

    I can't imagine having something like this happen,. My parents just locked me in my room as a kid, wanted me to be quiet.... until they gave me away to the state at age 8... Then,. abusive group homes until age 18... I guess its nice knowing some people have non nightmare childhoods,. I am so used to adults that want what they shouldn't, I can't trust this guy I keep feeling suspicious ... but he seems honestly nice...

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +3

      Well I'm sorry you had a tougher upbringing. But I'm also thrilled that you don't consider what we are doing to be a nightmare! I guess it's relative isn't it. There are plenty of people who think that what we are doing is terrifying or even abusive... probably they have the kinds of lives where everything is easy.

  • @maleduardo7848
    @maleduardo7848 3 года назад +6

    I like the music at the end of your recent videos too very nostalgic, also if I’m ever in USA and round your way I need to come cave crawling with use, always a new adventure, brilliant again (Liverpool, England)

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      Thank you. It's hard to find good non-copyrited music!

    • @purpleduckybryn
      @purpleduckybryn 3 года назад +1

      :0 liverpool is where my favorite band is from! :D youre luckyyyYy

    • @jackiemack8653
      @jackiemack8653 3 года назад

      Visit Mammoth caves in Kentucky you can walk upright in caves then there are adventures on the side for cave crawlers

  • @tammyallen8205
    @tammyallen8205 3 года назад +1

    So, very Cool " The Story here & the Note & all. You have a Unforgetable Cave Hiking Climb & Trip here. And Good Times & Good Making Memories here.

  • @wesleyredmond3464
    @wesleyredmond3464 2 года назад

    That’s one brave kid 🤘 keep up the great work Jacob

  • @myeroku4182
    @myeroku4182 3 года назад +3

    Waking up this morning and watching you and your son work together so well and having such a great day just warmed my heart! *New Sub* aka

  • @katelynb4255
    @katelynb4255 3 года назад +6

    3:30 That upper body strength is impressive..

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +1

      Thanks. Jacob likes to say, our clothes get shredded just like our abs.

    • @l_crushmat
      @l_crushmat 3 года назад

      @@CalvinHikes love ur vids

  • @biscuit2075
    @biscuit2075 3 года назад +1

    Im really impressed with the editing and camera work , these couldn't be easy shots to get

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      Thank you. It is extremely and unexplainably difficult.

  • @Freepatriotism
    @Freepatriotism 2 года назад +1

    Y'alls videos and energy are awesome fellas. 👍

  • @shanehenderson630
    @shanehenderson630 3 года назад +4

    Damn near had a heart attack watching the boy crawl through the space his head barely could fit🥴😳😱 you all earned another subscriber!

  • @pixie7435
    @pixie7435 3 года назад +4

    I really enjoy watching your adventures. Your all amazing and I admire the passion , thank you for helping me face and conquer my insatiable fear of closed in spaces . Watching these videos have helped me find beauty and calmness in tight spaces . I actually managed to do a very safe , and rather easy cave for the first time in my life near my hometown in New Zealand. It was amazing, glow worms galore . And it was the best and most gratifying experience I’ve had

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      Glow worms sounds cool. Thanks for telling us about your caving experience. We only have these lava caves here so I don't know much about other caves. Glad you got to go and overcome some of your fear.

  • @tokyopp
    @tokyopp 3 года назад +1

    keep the videos coming i love this channel :)

  • @MyPetDeathclaw
    @MyPetDeathclaw 2 года назад +1

    Man, you climb like a champ!🏆💪 I hope I'm in as good of shape as you at your age!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад

      Thank you! 46 is the new 26!

  • @armsregkralkidna1359
    @armsregkralkidna1359 3 года назад +5

    03:00 When your dad tell dad jokes but you not laugh and he started do maniac laughter lol

  • @pennyburns3718
    @pennyburns3718 3 года назад +4

    Ugh. I am sick to my stomach 😩 you guys are something else man. Clostrphobic .. i was holding my breath and having a bit of anxiety. Stay safe

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      We’d hold our breath too, but have to let it out to squeeze in some of the tubes. Thanks for watching. Granddad.

  • @Dmowery5036
    @Dmowery5036 Год назад +1

    How cool was that!!! Really really neat!!!

  • @balarka3885
    @balarka3885 2 года назад +1

    You guys are insane! Like uncle like nephew, unhinged lunatics! Keep up the great work

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад +1

      Calvin is a two tour gulf vet and caves for relaxation. After you meet the rest of the family, you’ll understand. Thanks for watching. Grandpa

  • @helidude3502
    @helidude3502 3 года назад +7

    I’ve been in some tight places before.
    But this is all you.
    “To boldly go where no man has gone before.”
    And probably never will.
    The risk is high, but Jacob was able to experience something many others haven’t or never will.
    I caution him on not returning as growth might create a one way passage for him.
    A very unique lifetime experience for Jacob.

  • @waterwitch8902
    @waterwitch8902 3 года назад +7

    So yeah, that will definitely be something I will never do.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      C’mon. I may have said that once too, but at 73, still loving the cave explorations. Jacobs granddad.

    • @waterwitch8902
      @waterwitch8902 2 года назад

      @@billsanders9387 good on you, but not on my bucket list.

  • @elwa_chin8604
    @elwa_chin8604 3 года назад +2

    You guys are amazing, you should have 100k subs congrats Jacob, I'm 18 and would die inside if my dad told me to get in there I love what you do guys!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      It takes some getting used to. Jacob (nor I) started this with much courage.

  • @STEPHENBARRETT136
    @STEPHENBARRETT136 Год назад

    These videos gives me the opposit of anxiety i see a relatiomship that will give them so many memoroes and when there togeather i see safe travels.

  • @buzzbabyjesus
    @buzzbabyjesus 3 года назад +6

    I'm never spelunking. I can hardly watch this.

  • @kellz5135
    @kellz5135 3 года назад +6

    As a youngster our school used to take us caving in Wales, UK.
    I was petrified, we used to go through things they'd call "letter box" it was so thin and "washing machine" which was water.
    The most terrifying one was the "big dipper" where we'd have to drop 20ft headfirst and the teacher caught us at the bottom.
    I was so excited when I'd done it though, I was a mess all the way round but when I got out I wanted to do it again and again. Such a wonderful thing to do. Exploring the unexplored and almost untouched.
    Love your Nephews zest for it. He's gona be an adventurer for sure.

    • @mypfpisliterallyyou6126
      @mypfpisliterallyyou6126 2 года назад +1

      Is that the Ogof y Daren Cilau? I swear that cave is confusing….

    • @kellz5135
      @kellz5135 2 года назад +1

      @@mypfpisliterallyyou6126 oh gosh, I could not be sure tbh I know we went to the Brecon Beacons, but that's mountains.
      I honestly couldn't be sure, was 35 odd yrs ago.

  • @IslandBlaze8
    @IslandBlaze8 3 года назад +1

    Thats awesome you guys are super inspiring

  • @TywinLannister666
    @TywinLannister666 2 года назад +1

    It bears saying; its nice to see you acting as such a positive role model to your nephew. I wish I (and so, so many others) had one like you growing up, it would have done wonders for my mentality.
    Cheers.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад

      Jacob is my buddy and it is meant a lot to me that hes willing to hang out with his weird Uncle as well. And at this point hes a pretty reliable caving partner.

  • @andythurlow1614
    @andythurlow1614 3 года назад +13

    Awe ffs I cringing with claustrophobia just watching this 😂😂

  • @hyper.lethal
    @hyper.lethal 3 года назад +5

    3:30
    Jesus heck my guy you've got some strength

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +4

      Haha! Thanks. That's a cool compliment. I do a lot of work specific strength training at the gym. So I can pick Jacob up over my head. And I can also do a pull up while Jacob is attached to my body. It's very helpful!

  • @DeedeeandtheBeebee
    @DeedeeandtheBeebee 2 года назад +2

    3:53 this is why we practice when were kids...the floor is lava

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 года назад +1

      It's a permanent game for us now

  • @Harassed247
    @Harassed247 3 года назад +1

    Wow looked awesome... well done

  • @robloxnerd8510
    @robloxnerd8510 3 года назад +6

    The scariest part is that you can fit in but sometimes you can get back out.

    • @botskifani22
      @botskifani22 3 года назад

      just live there lol

    • @robloxnerd8510
      @robloxnerd8510 3 года назад

      @@botskifani22 you can’t really live there.

    • @michaelwoods3141
      @michaelwoods3141 3 года назад

      Nah. if a pro caver can get in they can get back out as long as they are smart enough to not go vertical or anything.
      These guys film everything ahead before they attempt it, if its not passable they don't go in.

    • @robloxnerd8510
      @robloxnerd8510 3 года назад

      @@michaelwoods3141 that’s why I said sometimes.

  • @aviation3310
    @aviation3310 3 года назад +8

    This guy deserves 1 million subscribers

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +1

      We're just happy with you! But thank you for the compliment.

  • @udoandre8664
    @udoandre8664 3 года назад +1

    Love your videos!
    We used to camp by New Cave for years (years ago) Never saw that crossing tunnel. Have looked for J.a.R. Cave many times. Such a big opening, how could we miss it?
    Those globular cluster speleothems are awesome.. Have seen others in Folger's Cave and Pillars of Hercules also great. We called them 'Little People'.
    Thanks for this video of a cave I have searched for so long. Been caving Trout Lake and Mt. St. Helens for over 45 years, can't do much caving anymore, in end stage COPD. So I live vicariously through your videos. (BTW- I've spent over 8 hours lost in Masochist Maze mysef!)

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +1

      New Cave has that great camping area.
      The caves are easy to miss because 1) no road or trail 2) SUPER brushy. We have GPS coordinates and still had a tough time finding the opening. There are several other caves in the area as well.
      Interesting about being lost in the Masochist Maze. I tell people, either you've been in there, or you haven't, cuz there's no explaining it.
      Glad you got some caving in. There's already times where I think... Jacob's gonna have to continue this because my back hurts!

    • @udoandre8664
      @udoandre8664 3 года назад

      @@CalvinHikes Yeah, been through many many caves in that area. So at least I have some wonderful memories.
      Can't thank you enough for those great videos.
      You are the Man!
      (The Caveman, that is!)

  • @Tyler-jy3sn
    @Tyler-jy3sn 3 года назад +2

    I get so jealous watching these videos, Exploring caves is probably my favorite hobby but seeing as how I live in rural South Carolina I don't get the opportunity very often

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      I bet there's hundreds of caves around you!

  • @aidatec1256
    @aidatec1256 3 года назад +5

    I’m feeling claustrophobic just watching!!! 😫😫😫

    • @catdar6692
      @catdar6692 3 года назад

      Creepy cave.Strong earthquake,wild creatures,and cannibals.Risk !

  • @zoobieloobie3646
    @zoobieloobie3646 3 года назад +13

    What a great dad.
    Some parents don't understand that the time you spend with your kids are more important than the money you spend on your kids.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад +4

      Thank you. Yes these jungle adventures are free! And in a weird twist of fate, now they pay.

    • @pupture9328
      @pupture9328 3 года назад

      @@CalvinHikes I mean.. but you have to but pay for all that equipment

    • @zoobieloobie3646
      @zoobieloobie3646 3 года назад +1

      @@pupture9328 even just taking a walk with them or playing some old boardgames will create a memory that'll last that kid their whole life.

  • @jonathancats9085
    @jonathancats9085 3 года назад +1

    Really cool channel
    Guys, keep it going. Stay safe

  • @Travelgirl0224
    @Travelgirl0224 3 года назад +1

    Holy 💩- my heart is racing! Jacob fits into super tiny places! Oh my gosh!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 года назад

      Poor Jacob has literally grown 10 inches in the last year, and is bulking up. We gotta find another cave rat for tight crawls. Granddad.

  • @tammymcpherson9982
    @tammymcpherson9982 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for your bravery!!! During the time in that tiny space, all I could think of was that young man who was in his 20's, that lost his life being stuck upside down in a cave. As a matter of fact, he is there for eternity, bc they weren't able to remove him. It was heartbreaking to hear someone die that way. It has to be the one of the worst ways to die!!!
    Anyhow, thank you so much for your curious explorations, and stay safe!!
    God bless, and Merry Christmas!!🎁

  • @drooliezager8724
    @drooliezager8724 3 года назад +10

    I don’t do caves ! To claustrophobic for me personally.

  • @jc-ul8ip
    @jc-ul8ip 2 года назад +1

    Will never ever ever ever Eva try this,but love watching your videos,kid got balls of steal

  • @madrussianbodybuilder5076
    @madrussianbodybuilder5076 2 года назад +1

    Great channel

  • @robinpie5457
    @robinpie5457 3 года назад +5

    oh my gosh this video is so cool I saw the title and I was like
    “ *i need to see this video* “
    I clicked on this video for a good caving experience and was not dissapointed
    And you guys are so brave! I would never be able to do something like that. If I am not able to stand, I want nothing to do with it. Lol

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  3 года назад

      Haha! Thanks. ; )

    • @robinpie5457
      @robinpie5457 3 года назад

      Caveman Hikes ahhh I can’t believe my favorite youtuber responded to me >w< 😭😳✨✨🥺🥺

  • @scavanger1000
    @scavanger1000 3 года назад +13

    7:32 and that's how I lost my third son

    • @jogibär73
      @jogibär73 3 года назад +1

      the father is sick , to do this with his son!! i´m so sorry for you, kyle!

    • @CipherDorito
      @CipherDorito 3 года назад +3

      @@jogibär73 He is actually not.

    • @lindastrang6755
      @lindastrang6755 3 года назад

      @@jogibär73 the boy is not his son. His nephew.

    • @Fuzzmo147
      @Fuzzmo147 3 года назад

      Doesn’t matter! The kid loves it.........

  • @Greg-df4bx
    @Greg-df4bx 3 года назад +1

    what a cool uncle for a nephew to have! fun channel, subscribed.

  • @NUGGETSHOOTER
    @NUGGETSHOOTER 3 года назад +1

    Enjoyed the video, neat cave