I camped with BEGINNER BACKPACKERS in EXTREME weather 😳

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Extreme wind and rain. 50mph wind and freezing rain. New backpacking gear. How to stay warm and dry hiking and backpacking and camping.

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@robkyle39 Жыл бұрын

My motto is to have something and not need it than to need something and not have it. Your dedication, compassion, and love for what you do truly shows through your knowledge, wisdom, and spirit while helping others directly and indirectly. I've watched about 20 of your videos in the last week so that I could be prepared for my first ever hike on the AT. Thank you for all you do and especially for the lives you have changed in Africa, US, and around the world.

@evieantonetti7942 Жыл бұрын

Your videos of Lake Superior are INCREDIBLE! The waves crashing against the cliffs are beyond awesome, but I think I would have been blown off the trail. Glad the guys want to backpack again! Thanks for sharing!

@bernielamont825 Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan, that shot of wind driven waves on Lake Superior looks like a stormy Oregon coast! Good vid.

@_crane_7475 Жыл бұрын

I am leading a group of 8 beginners in a trip next weekend. Only 10 miles, so I'm hoping it goes smoothly. I will also be loaning out some gear to get some new-comers, but I'm super excited and can't wait to see how it goes! Love the videos Dan and hope to see you out on trail one day! Happy Trails!

@ForzaMonkey Жыл бұрын

This summer I am headed out to Philmont Scout Ranch, in New Mexico, to do a 32-miler in the southern Rockies with 4 of my fellow scouts from my troop, and 3 of my scoutmasters. Me and one of the scoutmasters (my dad) are the only two from our troop, who are going, who have done a trip out west like this before. That means I’m leading it. We’ll be on the trail for a WEEK, and given none of the other scouts have ever done such a trip before, AND given we’ll be on the trail just a week before monsoon season OFFICIALLY starts, I’m expecting the weather to be crappy, and our teamwork to be crappier. Anyway, hope you have fun!

@GTFBITK Жыл бұрын

I bet they did great, Crane.

@_crane_7475 Жыл бұрын

@@GTFBITK They did! We all had a great time and will be doing our 2nd trip this weekend! Cheers!

@ericsgonewanderin5455 Жыл бұрын

Kudos to you Dan for doing this. I absolutely love Michigan and Superior when they’re at their gnarliest. And it’s always special to see familiar ground on KZfaq videos. What a treat that they all loved it.

@user-gd6od6hz8o Жыл бұрын

It is CRAZY to me how much the lake shores do look like our ocean shore...I seriously thought you were in the PNW until I read the description. I had heard that they looked like the ocean, but I sure never believed it til now.

@smallrug2 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love hiking! There's something so peaceful about being out in nature, surrounded by beautiful scenery and fresh air. I find it's the perfect way to disconnect from the stresses of everyday life and just enjoy the present moment. Whether it's a short day hike or a multi-day backpacking trip, there's always something new to discover on the trails. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a little adventure and a lot of serenity. Happy hiking everyone!

@earlaungst3031 Жыл бұрын

So glad you made it. Michigan, beautiful at it’s worst. Magnificent at it’s best.

@ChadJohnston71 Жыл бұрын

Dan - Absolutely loved the video of the waves crashing against the Pictured Rocks and all the spray blowing up over top. Amazing! My wife and I hiked the Chapel Loop last August, but the waters were calm and clear. Much respect to the power of Superior! Thanks for sharing!

@maxh4195 Жыл бұрын

It’s pretty wild. I usually go up twice a year and the weather varies a ton! Last may it was 70 and sunny with giant blocks of ice on the beach

@DanielSpiegel Жыл бұрын

Such great videography, good job Emmett! And great job, Dan, leading a bunch of people new to the hobby.

@creation_outdoors Жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome! Great to hear of the men's fellowship as well. My wife and I are blessed to have a couple we backpack with from our church as well, and reference your videos quite often in our conversations. Great to have quality entertainment with Christian ties! I am also taking my family to Pictured Rocks and Michigan for the first time this year coming from West Virginia. Looks like it should be a beautiful trip. Thanks for the video.

@beautyofthebackcountry Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, Dan...as usual! It's awesome that you bring new hikers along and show them some of the best practices that you have developed over the years. Hopefully it will translate into more hikes and camping on their part, and consequently more interest in the outdoors. We were on the north shore of Superior this very same weekend, and the waves were just as epic - what a gorgeous spot to capture the lake in her majesty!

@drcaduceus Жыл бұрын

I did a trip in the Porcupines and got pounded like this. Middle of the night I wake up to my black lab standing and shivering. The entire campsite was flooded including my tent even though I tried to pick a high spot. Also did a trip out to Isle Royale. Had great weather. You never know!

@mickeydyke392 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I thought for sure you were on the Oregon coast during a massive storm. I feel this was the appropriate time to see this at the time we lost Gordon Lightfoot. Thanks Dan, and yes I can believe they all want to do it again!

@Jemill13 Жыл бұрын

Yes please, more videos like this! Thank you for sharing.

@Jlundeen Жыл бұрын

I'm glad they all want to go backpacking again! Great group of guys!

@philsantillan Жыл бұрын

Love the format! Longer trip video. Minimal “background music” and just the sounds of nature. 😊

@paulahavens2764 Жыл бұрын

I liked this video because it showed how to handle bad weather, because not all hiking trips are with sunny and great weather . thanks for showing how to handle the difficult weather too. Happy trails from Ontario Canada.

@Chris_at_Home Жыл бұрын

Over thirty years ago my Dad, son and I were canoeing a river here in Alaska in the pouring rain. We stopped at a good place and set up camp including the two lightweight rain flys. An older man and his grandson came up landed next to us. They were both shivering and close to hypothermia. We built a big fire and got them warm staying up all night with them. Someone once asked my why I carry two rainflys and I told them I’d rather carry a couple wet rainflys than all my other stuff wet.

@barb0138 Жыл бұрын

I just love it, I have not over night camped since I was a little girl, I am taking up hiking, I am just so in love with nature I can't wait to get out there. This is awsome thanks so much.

@PaulBeiser Жыл бұрын

This was great, Dan - kudos to getting people out and experiencing all of Nature. Love to see more videos like this! Thanks for asking.

@bethfrazier6493 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, looks breezy. The good news...if you can make it through this? You can do anything. How can a person not LOVE the Great Lakes. Just beautiful! Gichigami always puts on a great show!

@jamesmurphy4431 Жыл бұрын

Always great to adventure with a willing group. Thanks for sharing Dan!

@freezinweasle1 Жыл бұрын

Nothing like a little adventure and discomfort to help people put things into perspective. Glad they all want to go out again, hopefully the wx will mellow for the next trip. Stay safe and God bless.

@mdsmd55 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Dan… I especially enjoyed the extended video of the wind and surf blowing in on the shoreline.

@aaronsloan1523 Жыл бұрын

Things like that make it memorable. I took a new guy and his 3 sons primitive hammock camping at Cowrock Mtn off the AT recently. 25° w sustained 30+ winds. Right as he hunkered down on night 2 his hammock ripped and he ended up on the ground. I heard nothing due to the wind. He survived the night barely but had bad windburn on his face. He loved the whole experience and can't wait for the next trip!

@willek1335 Жыл бұрын

That guy would survive a zombie apocalypse.

@99Unified Жыл бұрын

Great video, as always, Dan! And hearing this was a bunch of friends from Church, was an added plus for us! God bless, Dan!

@Mike_Blanda Жыл бұрын

Iv been following you for a while and I love how your actively talking about your church aka faith and working with Sawyer 👍 just returned from my 1st snow backpacking trip to Yosemite!

@bigguy3 Жыл бұрын

Love the videos Dan, keep up the great work!

@DaytonaShooter Жыл бұрын

Exciting encounter. Good to see your friends weren't afraid and just fair weather. Hard to believe that is the coast of a lake and not California. The sheer cliff line and size of the waves was impressive. Beautiful area.

@hurricaneshand Жыл бұрын

For real I just was telling my buddy that I can't believe that is a lake it's insane

@tonydejesus2134 Жыл бұрын

If you love nature, you love it in all of its forms. A good attitude is the key, and you guys all seem to have had it.

@rickseibel2069 10 ай бұрын

Awesome video Dan! Loved seeing the intense weather and heavy seas of the Great Lakes! You can show as many of these videos as you like. I really enjoyed watching this and always learn something from them.

@REASONFORTRUTH Жыл бұрын

Great episode. Yes Dan, show more like this one. Great to see you taking your friends from church!

@REASONFORTRUTH Жыл бұрын

Dan my son and I hike with our trail life troop and do some difficult trips and it’s great to see what your doing. A lot of brothers in our group follow you. Perhaps we can do a trip together some point. We are heading to the Grand Canyon this summer. We backpack places such as Carvers Gap/Roan Mountain NC to TN, Mount Mitchell in NC, Linville Gorge and we will hike Mount Mitchell when at the Grand Canyon. All the best and thank you for a great channel.

@phila1003 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful shots! I remember my 1st backpacking trip ended with a burger at a roadside trucker stop. Best thing I have ever tasted! Really enjoy your videos Dan and you are inspiring me to get back out there! Cheers!

@cairnscrow8713 Жыл бұрын

They want to go back again?? Adventure! Who wouldn't. Kudos 👏

@guiarnon Жыл бұрын

Loved this video, Dan! Definitely want to see more in this style. Hearing just the sound of the wind during most of the video was somehow really relaxing.

@kriswibbenhorstermeister9885 Жыл бұрын

I would love to see more actual backpacking videos Dan. Great video! I need a trip like this in my life

@micheleaday3902 10 ай бұрын

Wow I Live In Michigan And Never Have I Ever Seen Superior Up Rooted Like This Dan And Crew Thank God Your Safe And Protected With God Amen God Bless You All❤

@98GuitarTECH Жыл бұрын

Finally a backpacking video relevant for Scotland

@bootson_au Жыл бұрын

This video reminded me of my first backpacking trip a few weeks ago, it was also the first bout of bad weather i've had doing hikes/backpacking. I had an experienced friend with me, who was guiding me. the rain unexpectedly took a turn for the worst and didn't stop, to the point it started to flood my friends tent! We had to pack up and seek shelter by the freestanding toilet. The camp site was looking more like a river. The next part of the hike was a fair bit more difficult than normal, but with the weather and our backpacking gear we made the decision to call it, and hike back to civilisation. In the end I really enjoyed it, still had a load of fun!

@mhe8545 Жыл бұрын

That looks beautiful. But wind and trees scare me. I have been on a ridge with 50 mph gusts. Trees swaying. Couldn't wait to get down from there.

@ronaldrose7593 Жыл бұрын

Great video Dan, thank you for sharing this one.

@trianglechoke1 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Dan ! Sharing your passion! Changing lives backpacker great ambassador

@HikingwithGus Жыл бұрын

Nasty days always make you appreciate the blue sky days soooo much more!

@geo-6964 Жыл бұрын

Very relaxing b-roll even with the storm👌🏽

@1024Pete Жыл бұрын

Nice experience. Reminds me of a home I had a Bluff on the East Coast. Bad weather equals 50 MPH winds. Walking on the beach was a challenge. As long as you were dressed properly including Wynd Stopper Glasses, all was good. Seemingly, the hikers and a lot a gear on the outside of their packs. Not expected. Thanks for this video. I enjoyed!

@vipvip5356 Жыл бұрын

I loved this video ! thank you for sharing man ! you are so amazing guys ! 🙂

@exploringnewhites Жыл бұрын

Yes, enjoy these kinds of vids. Can’t believe that lake! Definitely looked like the ocean during a storm! 😮

@kimberlypenney7216 Жыл бұрын

Proud of you for taking all those guys out! I grew up in Mi and the UP is special. You got to do ISLE ROYAL some time. It’s one of my favorites.

@MichaelAndersen_DK Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this - keep em coming :)

@robs4516 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning scenery and video. I really like the concept of taking noobs backpacking, as I'm a noob myself. Hope to see one that's more in depth that shows the trials and tribulations, which I understand wasn't really possible given the weather.

@vitaloop Жыл бұрын

Great video, @danbecker! I am sure these are experiences first-time hikers have, and I can relate to when picking a new route. Impressive that you didn't scare them off :D

@Elizabethmoonlightchild Жыл бұрын

Lake superior is just stunning. Another great video Dan! Thanks for sharing ❤

@jet70 Жыл бұрын

Great video. We did a 4 person trip along pictured rock in 2021 and similar wind but a little warmer. 3 nights, great time. Plan your trip way in advance if you want good sites. I would like to hear more about the planning you go through with such a large group. Destination, route, camping spots, etc. The videos and sights are inspiring so I think they are a value add to get people out there.

@clwhite1127 Жыл бұрын

Great way to use your gift to serve others in your church, Dan! I bet it was the trip of a lifetime for most of these guys.

@gumbi8989 Жыл бұрын

Falls the best time to backpack. Not to hot, not to cold, not a lot of bugs; and the tree colors are gorgeous.

@doinadventures1282 Жыл бұрын

Hahaha I’ve done that same hike in similar conditions. Got down to 35°F and I didn’t have an under-quilt for my hammock. My butt was properly frozen all night!! 😂

@RedBellyRiverRat Жыл бұрын

That VIEW!!! Who wouldn't wanna go back?!

@EyeToob Жыл бұрын

Watching how strong the wind was gave me goosebumps. I wish I was there with all of you guys. It looked like so much fun!

@rkatrails Жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful place in very arduous winter conditions. It was nice to see you take guys from your church to give them a taste of backpacking. Glad to see the elements didn't dissuade them from future trips. I wish that place wasn't so far away, I'd like to hike it.

@davidfisch7654 Жыл бұрын

Loved it - please make more videos about promoting and celebrating the fellowship of men through backpacking! IMO, our society as a whole can benefit from groups of men getting closer to God and each other in nature where they can work as a team through a bit of suffering, then sit around a camp fire discussing how we as men can love God more, love our families more, and become stronger stewards of faith and protectors of our families, friends and communities!

@eda715 Жыл бұрын

My first backpacking trip was in weather like that in Pictured Rocks when I was 12. I will never forget it. Had a great time. Still love backpacking. I'm actually bringing my daughter on her first trip this fall to Pictured Rocks. I can't wait.

@lukeblankenship8424 Жыл бұрын

Looked like a blast!

@slick7209 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video Dan just pure survival lol

@ostekuste3646 Жыл бұрын

I really love being out in rough weather, understanding the risks added. Once I was in Ireland on the west coast at the cliffs of Moher. There’s some trails to an old watchtower at the edge of the cliffs with a substantial stone wall between you and the drop. The wind was howling with gusts up to 80 mph, so strong it was blowing seawater up from the waves below. These are not small cliffs either! Coming down off the high point I had to lean back against the wind so as to not get pushed down the trail. The trail inland across the Burren wasn’t much better as there’s no vegetation at all to break the wind. Still one of my all time favorite hikes, maybe because of the weather.

@LarryLMelton Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this so much. Obviously with the wind, conversation was not possible, but it would have been more interesting to hear them talk about the experience. I'm a southern boy, so the Lakes are a mystery to me. I love their beauty and the majesty of stormy waters. Larry from Texas

@chrismoore600 Жыл бұрын

This is why I like Dan just a great guy weekend worrier like me. Enjoying the great outdoors. Hope you are doing well.

@sallys2423 Жыл бұрын

Wicked weather but great scenery and the water hitting the rocks was spectacular. Glad I got to enjoy it from the comfort of my home.

@christinaskotnik Жыл бұрын

Wow, I hiked that trail the same month last year and the weather was perfect for us. Sunny and clear.

@piratelf4Him Жыл бұрын

I love that you took a group from your church! I brought a group of girls from my church last summer who were new to backpacking and intimidated to go on a trip with guys so we made it a girls only trip. I was also able to lend out gear and empower some awesome women to get out there and enjoy God's creation.

@Jaymz007 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. I love the UP. The coastline is so beautiful. I've done some minor hikes up there but no overnighters.

@jimscaccia5416 Жыл бұрын

Hiking and a church group. No better way to connect to the man upstairs then getting out and appreciating all the beauty he created.

@pamalvestad3848 Жыл бұрын

WoW the wind I thought we had wind here in Iowa. Truly looked like a great group of men making trail to future hikes. Lake Superior is on my bucket list.

@zafiradaima Жыл бұрын

You left the new guys in the woods to grab a burger!?! 😂 Amazing scenery, so beautiful! Kudos to you for taking the newbies. I'm going on my first trip the beginning of June, could only find another newbie to go along. We can't wait!

@wolfpackmanko0668 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for getting people out there

@terryt2910 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video, Dan, especially since I've camped along Lk Michigan (Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area) in similar conditions; cold, a little wet, and intense wind. Tough times make good memories.

@ldn0224 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful videos of the waves!

@kenyoung3585 Жыл бұрын

I live near the Pacific Ocean and your video of the waves on Lake Superior just blew me away.

@carriemainquist757 Жыл бұрын

Lake Superior is amazing you are at the mercy of mother nature. The wind. Wow. Been there, its a mighty force. The beauty is amazing! Try Crisp Point Lighthouse outside Munising. Worth the drive!

@emmonschmucker9945 Жыл бұрын

Great vidio and I hope to be able to hike the same trial sometime soon!

@markrico1917 Жыл бұрын

Yes please, would love to see more videos of b-roll from hikes where you talked about gear.

@christinenoelle7568 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you’re ok!

@HikingwithWalter Жыл бұрын

"Breaking away from screens, work, and life and general then putting yourself in nature can be one of the best ways to get to know someone." I loved this quote and couldn't agree more! Dan, what if you created a discord to facilitate a place for others to share/learn knowledge with all things regarding hiking/backpacking?

@JustMikeH Жыл бұрын

My first backpacking trip - also my first solo backpacking trip was insanely windy like this! 30mph sustained winds. Much stronger gusts. Pouring rain (about 2in total) Was /fun/ setting up my tent and the first night was really restless sleep. Second day was nice weather. Tear down was back in stormy conditions. That sucked packing. Overall the trip was great! Nice to see y’all had a good time. Prepping for my second trip now.

@kirkharrington5592 Жыл бұрын

Talk about out of the frying pan and into the fire. That weather, hehe. 😮

@MySide Жыл бұрын

Wow! I new the great lakes were big but actually seeing it in this video makes it look like the ocean! Crazy!

@lorismith8479 Жыл бұрын

That’s a great one!

@loricox6670 10 ай бұрын

We were on vacation that week and drove by pictures rocks from the cabin to Copper Harbor. My wrangler was being thrown around. I can’t imagine hiking out there in that weather! They were saying 18-20 foot waves.

@Pepe46873 Жыл бұрын

Great planning that someone had a useful size axe. Definitely an essential in cold weather

@adamhudson2511 Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan, I’ve got a group of 7-8 friends who have never gone backpacking before and I was wondering if later on this year, once hurricane season is in full swing, you would take them on a backpacking trip to Florida? 😀In all seriousness though, you must have had a group of really good guys to tolerate that weather on their very first trip and still want to go again! God bless you all!

@mariedereniewski2583 Жыл бұрын

this is awesome! hike the Porcupine Mountains next!!!

@andresarana724 Жыл бұрын

That was awesome video, thank for sharing, God bless your.

@__cypher__ Жыл бұрын

8:38 Grumpy Face Rock

@davidcressey Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you had a great time. We're planning on doing the same from our church in Scotland!

@amywert8088 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful along our North shore! I've camped with my kids often in MI but not made it to the UP.

@owenjahn Жыл бұрын

As do all the Great Lakes, Superior demands to be taken seriously. I've done the Chapel rock 10 mile loop as a day hike in the summer but am dying to do it in the fall! Although it's gaining its respect, Michigan continues to be underrated for exciting camping/backpacking. Oh, and go lions to the guy in the lions hat!

@sherrierifenberg2199 Жыл бұрын

Hi there, Dan Been to LS /PR many times…gotta love the wind! makes it a wee bit challenging getting water, though! Was there this past year the first week in nov! 30’s at night , 50’s during the day. 30k plus N winds. Been up the E side…it is truly beautiful also. Pretty rugged with great sunsets.