Exploring Lake Superior by Land and Lake | Travel Series

Exploring Lake Superior by Land and Lake | Travel Series | A Long Time Coming EP. 05

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Жыл бұрын

We move yet further east and into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for our last two stops of the summer. First up, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! Here we hike a 42 mile section of the North Country National Scenic Trail that follows the coast of Lake Superior through Pictured Rocks. However, we add a little twist by packrafting a few sections of the trail to take full advantage of the beautiful and calm waters of Lake Superior!
*Warning: Paddling alone on Lake Superior is dangerous and shouldn't be attempted without the proper experience and equipment.*
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@edot2541 Жыл бұрын

I truly don’t understand how the Discovery or Travel Network haven’t reached out to these guys via production or tv series!! This is quality narrating and production.

@carolineludwig789 Жыл бұрын

One of y’all’s best videos yet…and they’re all phenomenal. The storytelling, music, and overall vibes in this one was pure happiness you guys. Thank you!! 😊

@KyleMielke17 Жыл бұрын

Much love from Michigan!!

@maybeerainmaybeesnow Жыл бұрын

Some of my fondest memories growing up in the midwest were spending time by the lake/forest in MI!

@FotosPDX Жыл бұрын

Cool intro animation with sponsors and transition with Jazz and voice over.

@markfancher5676 7 ай бұрын

Born and raised in Michigan excellent video there's so much to see out there you wouldn't believe it

@BoundForNowhere 7 ай бұрын

You got that right!

@lynnerikson3622 Жыл бұрын

Very inspiring! Love all the little details shot in the forest and on the beach. Great story.

@Jacobbunt Жыл бұрын

Every episode is so freaking good. I had no idea the UP was this good. Its definitely going on my trip list.

@ericrjennings Жыл бұрын

So cool to see my home state getting some love

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Hope we did it justice!

@markg3025 Жыл бұрын

Great area I visited Painted Rock 8 years and was struck by the beauty of the lake shore. I do enjoy your videos.

@tati113ful Жыл бұрын

Michigander here, you captured it beautifully!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

That is the highest of praise

@carolguezen5829 Жыл бұрын

I don't think I have the words to do you justice. Absolutely breathtaking...relaxing...and inspirational. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it and you are so very welcome!

@tjnewman1576 Жыл бұрын

Hello from California. Video beautifully done. Music perfect. Brought back warm memories when my family and I visited beautiful northern Michigan 50 years ago. Subscribed and looking forward to more of your travels.

@benhandley9739 Жыл бұрын

You tell such a great story and the photography/videography are always the best! Thx

@ginavloet9697 Жыл бұрын

I have shared this video with 4 friends. It’s beautiful!

@traveladventurexplore 8 ай бұрын

Well done guys! Love it!

@BoundForNowhere 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@Travelhiker520 3 ай бұрын

I've traveled to and through every State in America but I still haven't been to Michigan. I really want to take a trip now to Lake Superior. It looks amazing!

@lostinthewoodsproductions Жыл бұрын

I lived in the UP (Marquette) for 7 years! It's a special place. It's always cool to see if from someone else's perspective! Great Video!

@studiobrar1692 Жыл бұрын

Just epic in every sense!!!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much!

@jaeljade3609 11 ай бұрын

My family has a house on Madeline island. I haven't been up there for years, but I miss it and Bayfield so I really loved this.

@scottschwertfager9644 Жыл бұрын

We’ve been there and it’s one of the most beautiful places in our country.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more!

@sandraecker6463 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your wonderful anniversary trip with us. Now I have to go back and go kayaking at Pictured Rocks.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Yes you have to!

@janwaller3585 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful backpacking experience ❤️

@lillypatience Жыл бұрын

MAK and Owen complement each other for sure. Sometimes we all have to be reminded to be in the moment.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

I agree! We all have those moments and it is always so nice to come out of them fast enough to enjoy your surroundings!

@Sshroomy Жыл бұрын

I loved this episode! My "wow" count started from the beginning of the video. 🥰😊

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! HA jk, but same! Pictured Rocks is off the charts!

@user-nv8wh5je1t Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me reminisce on your travels. I lived here for 6 years and love the surrealness of this area! Great job capturing the vibes!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Surrealness is a great way to put it! Thank you!

@dorothypinckney885 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I have just began my research to do these trails. Your footage confirms why I want to go here!

@TehKithy Жыл бұрын

Isle Royale, next? Cool! That was our first backpacking trip, back about 40 years ago- hope to go back, again!

@keliplourde5601 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys, stay safe ♥

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We are so appreciative!

@benanderson569 Жыл бұрын

Ran the pictured rocks north to south with a couple friends a few years ago; great ultra with amazing swimming along the way!

@fastgurrrl Жыл бұрын

WOW!!! Ty so much, how spectacular!!!!!!!!! Happy 7th guys. Many more and wish you both your dreams. Muah!!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jodie! It was a good one!

@chadwallinga2016 Жыл бұрын

Y'all did the UP justice, kudos!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

The highest praise we could receive!

@3tacoman Жыл бұрын

Another stunning video with top tier cinematography

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so muchhhhhh!

@amyheflin143 Жыл бұрын

Pictured Rocks and the state of Michigan should thank you for the influx of visitors that will result from this beautiful video!

@thomasquigley7040 Жыл бұрын

Um, wow! It's not just the travel, or the vlogging. It's the cinematography and photography. Oh and Mak, that dive at 18:33 tells me you probably swam competitively before.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

I sure did ;) So did Owen however that dive was no proof of it! HA

@omglolwots Жыл бұрын

I did that portion of the NCT in 2021 and loved it. Such a special part of my home state, and you captured it beautifully. We have a lot of beautiful places, and camping on Lake Michigan and Lake Superior are among my favorites.

@moosepeak Жыл бұрын

Just wow.

@stackpack1498 Жыл бұрын

10:04 Dude I can’t believe how clear the water is. It looks like you’re floating in the air

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Right?! It was so wild! It was blowing our minds the whole time we were out there!

@crj2day Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! My family and I spent three years living in Michigan and still to this day think it's one of the most beautiful places in the country. We very much miss living there.

@garyaaron8425 Жыл бұрын

You guys ARE beautiful! Happy Anniversary. Can't wait for more. Thank you!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You are too sweet!

@rickbrockthedog8017 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful and well done! Loved the music!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I loved playing with the music a bit more in this series!

@kleerogers Жыл бұрын

Very good video, beautiful area of the world!!!

@alc.571 Жыл бұрын

I liked the quick cuts you edited together whilst lighting the jet boil. Reminded me of several scenes in Edgar Wright's Cornetto Trilogy!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I thought that was pretty fun too!

@bountifuladventures Жыл бұрын

You guys do such a great job capturing the beauty in nature and telling the story of these places. What a wonderful way and place to celebrate your anniversary. Looking forward to checking out more of your videos.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ruth! As you can tell, we like to have a good time... our version of a good time anyways ;)

@MyraHart1943 Жыл бұрын

That "Life, uh, finds a way" line cracked me up. Clever girl! The photography and cinematography in this series is next-level btw!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

You really get me ;)

@calliespop Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank you.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@jenniferbates7656 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I loved your Alaska series and have watched all your videos since. We recently watched Owen interview you. We wanted to say you are a Travel Show host, the best kind, one of your own making. We felt like we to had been to Alaska and watching the bear and salmon and to see Lake Michigan the holiday beach vibe. Your truth, sincerity and Joy (love of eating)are why we keep coming back for more. Check out Itchy boots best wishes from Australia x

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! Owen said the same thing! I have realized my idea and desire of being a travel show host has matured and changed since then but I agree! It is really fun to know that I am essentially doing that but in my own way! I feel very lucky to be able to say that!

@cynthiaschwartz559 Жыл бұрын

I was right, my favorite Lakeshore. It is our little piece of paradise in the midwest. I am glad you enjoyed your anniversary there. I love chapel Beach, we always pick that campsite. I love to wake up early and enjoy the beach to myself. I actually have some pretty amazing photos from there. I know your next weeks destination, we are backpack that park I'm June. I can't wait!!!! Thank you for these amazing videos ❤ P.S. someday you will have to come to Door County, it too is very beautiful!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

oh how lovelyyyy! Yeah that is such a special area! I can't wait until we can go back... hope to do a winter mission there some time!

@brianhash3222 Жыл бұрын

The mellow beats and mellow music seal the deal.👌

@brianvandermeulen4775 Жыл бұрын

Nice job! As a native Michigander I've hiked that trail since 1975 several times. The road between GM and Munising was a two track back then. More people now but still a timeless beautiful region. Watch out for the black flies this must have been filmed in early to mid june before the big hatch.

@michaelfitzgerald434 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. My wife and I were here 40 years ago. Its good to see nothing has changes, right down to the porcupine. God Bless from Texas!

@JJKHaywood Жыл бұрын

Ah .. the sandy beach of Yooper Land. Congratulations on 7 years and sharing with us all 🎉

@markfancher5676 7 ай бұрын

What an excellent video

@BoundForNowhere 7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@StarshineInTHEnorth 9 ай бұрын

To all who travel near the Big Lake✨🌲🌊🌲 Once a Sea🐚 Take care of our once hidden gems ;) Our Sacred waters✨ Our Sacred land✨ 🪶

@jeanne-gord7685 Жыл бұрын

Great photography, very special. The vid moves from the minutia back to the grand overlook, from the life around to your life within. Thank you.

@bryancohn9406 Жыл бұрын

Brave indeed shooting film in those conditions. I LOVE your dedication to the craft of photography and filmmaking as I know just enough to know how hard it is to be as good as you are MAK at shooting film and both of you are at shooting video. Another fantastic film you’ve given us, thank you!

@chrishoward4546 Жыл бұрын

Excellent Great work!! Thank you for your continued top shelf entertainment!!!

@DrifterJourney Жыл бұрын

We loved our time there! It's so nice that you guys are able to capture the true beauty of these places for others to see that may not get a chance to go........and inspire many others to get out there!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Shucks guys, you all are too sweet! Thinking of you all during the move! YOU GOT THIS!

@d_rock_t Жыл бұрын

You're videos make me so happy... and jealous. Thanks for all you do, continually.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Thank you so much for being here for the journey!

@thomaspossien3898 Жыл бұрын

excellent

@Nowhere888 Жыл бұрын

You should see the Porcupine Mountains which is the other favorite hiking spot in the U.P. I got photos if you don't believe me and they are spectacular. I can tell you why the U.P. of Michigan is a secret because I lived there 2 years. The U.P. winters are ferocious with -30 days lasting for months on end with 60 mph winds and almost no day light. The summers are spectacular and the winters are horrendous. The U.P. is heaven and hell. I forgot to mention the snow totals: it is like 9 feet so get used to shoveling snow.

@casselnoel Жыл бұрын

Great video! Excited for next week🎉

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you! We are too!

@karppadiem7014 Жыл бұрын

Amazing scenery but that porcupine on the path was next level! Thanks so much for taking us along. 💞 -western NY Troy & Aimee

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

It was our pleasure! I wanted to keep that little cutie so bad... but I know the porcupine was happy where he was ;)

@misplacedoverland Жыл бұрын

The Pasty! Ketchup not Gravy 👍👍 Glad you enjoyed your time. As always this series is incredibly inspiring. Can’t wait until next week!

@rangerbatt275 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video. We saw you driving through Hancock 8/20/22.

@mapleleafdrifters Жыл бұрын

We are lovin the series, amazing as always. Nailed it again on the intro, right there with Lost & Found, we watch it every time 🙂🙂The great lakes are amazing, we went down the Canadian side of Superior this past summer, beautiful as well.

@yeshappynomad Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this! You're an inspiration and we love your videos. Much thanks 🙌

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed!

@alanjohnson2613 9 ай бұрын

I believe pictured rocks is one of the few areas where you must camp only in designated campsites.

@ParkerOutside Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Have wanted to visit Pictured Rocks for years!

@jenniferbates7656 Жыл бұрын

We also wanted to say being so connected in the Moment is very evident in your photos videos and you are both doing exactly what you were meant to do. The oneness comes thru in your videos. Pls make 2 videos a week 😊you are living your dream and inspiring other to venture outside the box even if Its just thought. 🏄‍♂️ my husband said the only piece of equipment you haven’t got is mountain bikes have you thought about 🚲xx

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you again! Seriously the nicest comments from you Jennifer

@mothermedicinemusic Жыл бұрын

Great to see you folks returning, and with awesome content as usual! Many blessings and happy anniversary

@philiptarnaski1667 Жыл бұрын

We also love the U.P. , Porcupine Mountain, Black River Harbor, beautiful water falls all over the area 👍 How were the mosquitoes! Thanks for sharing your travels.

@scottbalko672 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video. So wonderful to watch you guys wander through my backyard. I grew up in Munising and now live in the big city of Marquette. I spend a lot of time on the Pictured Rocks lakeshore. Either working as a captain on Pictured Rocks Cruises, or just wandering around the shoreline. The UP is a special place and I feel lucky to call it home. . I enjoyed the short conversation we had at Black Rocks and look forward to running into you both again.

@michellegrant5928 Жыл бұрын

Well, that's going on the hiking / kayaking list. I just checked, and it's an 11 hour drive from where I live. Thanks for the inspiration!

@jackwalsh1468 Жыл бұрын

Owen and MAK, enjoyed the video very much and look forward to the next episode. Cheers, Mate?

@BuccaneerOverland Жыл бұрын

Had no idea how beautiful the UP was! Will be hitting the road full time when I retire in the next two years. Will be adding the UP to my list of destinations. Greetings from Florida.

@sian_richardson Жыл бұрын

That water is insane 😮😍 def never would have guessed this is where you were!

@hopeulikenudes Жыл бұрын

Beautiful and well done!

@davidw5629 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely hike and paddle. BTW, you guys sure have the equipment.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

HAHA that is why our rig is so big!

@WildBlueDiscovery Жыл бұрын

Good video! Was up there in 2018. It's definitely a gem of a place that plenty of folks have never seen. Pure Michigan has alot to offer! I lost an action cam at the bottom of a river up there while kayaking! Tightlines and safe Travels

@farbeyonddriven8173 Жыл бұрын

Ya'll have serious skills!! Always enjoyable. Ticks bad?

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And not a one! Well on us anyways!

@big-russ5037 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video thankyou! I have rented a 23ft travel trailer and will be spending a week the UP with my family and painted rocks is one of our stops looks beautiful.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Oh how lovely! I bet that was so much fun!

@SasukeUchiha-zu6dw Жыл бұрын

My home state

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

You lucky dog!!

@bobhewlett3633 Жыл бұрын

Another beautiful episode. We loved Pictured Rocks NL when we were there a few years ago. It was later in the year, so there was some early fall foliage. Gorgeous area. MAK, from your diving, you must have been a swimmer in school. Hopefully you did Sleeping Bear Dunes NL on your trip. I’m guessing next week is Isle Royale NP?

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

You guessed right ;) on the Isle Royale and me being a swimming. Owen and I met on the swim team in college which is why I was so disappointed by his dive ;)

@thewaywewander4136 Жыл бұрын

another great video!! That color grading around 13:00min...AMAZING!!

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so muchhhhh! Wanted to do something a little different to highlight the lush forest!

@thewaywewander4136 Жыл бұрын

@@BoundForNowhere well it absolutely worked!!

@Tom48317 Жыл бұрын

Great Northern US series. Your Pictured Rocks NL footage is awesome. You should also take a look at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in the lower peninsula; some great vistas and nice camping on the NL’s Manitou Islands.

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

We've actually been! A friend and I almost got stuck at the bottom of a dune looking for petoskey stones

@Mannix007 Жыл бұрын

REALLY enjoying this series, guys! Would you mind sharing which months you took the awesome adventure? Thanks!

@larryheiny5287 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again! Another very well done episode beautifully shot and edited with thoughtful dialogue and music. A banal question, why did you switch from the Kokopelli in Alaska to Alpacka pack rafts in this series? Looking forward to the next episode!

@kristinlambert8323 Жыл бұрын

I normally don’t make comments but wanted to compliment you on your videos. Michigan has become my favorite vacation spot and looking forward to another trip this summer. Your video brought back good memories and making me excited for this years trip. Glad you are able to showcase it and do it justice. Beautifully shot and edited. May I ask what brand of sandals you are wearing in the video?

@tahosrfr Жыл бұрын

Thanks for opening my eyes. Looked amazing. How were the skeeters?

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Oh you are so welcome! Pretty special right! And they were not bad at allllll somehow!

@Phuong.Nguyen- Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed image ❤😊

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@zsuzsannahiczko Жыл бұрын

Happy anniversary for you!!:) I found your channel just now,you are really inspiring! May I ask what is the brand and type of your boat?:) Thank you very much for your answer and take care:)

@BoundForNowhere Жыл бұрын

Thanks! They are Alpacka Rafts.

@SummitForWellness Жыл бұрын

That water looks amazing! I've been to Michigan many times but never have explored the lakes, it looks so much different than I expected! How did you determine which section of your hike to packraft? Did you have previous info about that section or did you randomly pick that 4 mile stretch to packraft?

@foolthepity Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video. What month was your visit? How were the bugs and mosquitoes?!

@bethanygriffith7078 Жыл бұрын

Not sure when they went, but mid-June through July is black fly season. They migrate across the UP based on wind. So a wind out of the south takes them all north to this shore and a northern wind takes them to the southern shore. We used to drive across the UP based on wind forecast if going during black fly season. It's far worse than mosquitos haha. Mosquitos aren't really bad by the shore. Also snow can still be there in May/June and returns in September/October. So it's not much of a season in the border of summer for bugs.