Bringing My Kids Back to Where I Grew Up - Towing Canoe with Motorboat & Portaging into Private Lake

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Bringing My Kids Back to Where I Grew Up - Towing Canoe with Motorboat & Portaging into Private Lake:
This past weekend (early May 2023) my wife Tori and I took our kids camping. Our new National Geographic show Home in the Wild has premiered in the US. I decided to take the kids back to the area I grew up to camp, fish, and hike in the places I've been going to ever since I was a little kid. We towed our canoe with a motor boat for the 8km boat ride to a trailhead, a portage trail into a spring-fed, backcountry trout lake. It was quite the ordeal portaging into it, particularly with my son who has disabilities as he needs to be wheeled in in a collapsible wagon. The weather was good and we enjoyed several meals cooked over the fire, Trout fishing, and hiking, including a trek up to a beautiful lookout point. In this video, I share a lot of the beauty of the area as well as some interesting things about nature. You'll probably get a few laughs too. Enjoy!
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Chapters:
0:00 Towing our Prospector Canoe with our Motorboat - Family Adventure
01:05 Canoe Portage into Backcountry Lake with Kids
04:40 paddling Canoe on Backcountry Lake to Find Campsite
07:06 Setting Up Camp & Cutting Firewood & Cooking Stew for Dinner
13:30 Going Speckled Trout Fishing Early in the Morning
19:38 Bacon & Eggs for Breakfast & Playing with the Kids in a Hammock
25:40 Hike With Kids out to a Lookout - Nice View! & Small A-frame Cabin
33:15 Roasting Hotdogs Over the Fire at Beautiful Campsite as Kids Nap
37:20 Back to Campsite & Fishing with Kids while Tori Cooks Over the Fire
42:04 Osprey Calls & Soars Overhead, Cooking Moose Steaks Over the Fire
48:15 Breakfast Time for North & Catching Bull Frogs with the Kids
56:49 Pancakes & Home Made Maple Syrup for Breakfast
58:17 Packing Up Camp
59:09 How to Rig a Bridle to Effectively Tow a Canoe with a Motorboat
1:02:23 Loading the Canoe, Paddling Out & Towing Canoe with Motorboat

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@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching! Please let me know what your favorite part of this video is and have a great day!

@lipsticklodge7526 Жыл бұрын

I liked the hike most..I need to do more of that myself.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

@@lipsticklodge7526 thanks, ya that was a lot of fun and not bad before the bugs get bad

@kaohtix420 Жыл бұрын

The family time is amazing

@freywayne6574 Жыл бұрын

My favourite part was near the end, when Wesley Responded to Huddy with that great big smile

@JohnDoe-hs7ml Жыл бұрын

My favourite. That hotdog cooking. Toris cooking style brought back childhood memories. Here in Finland that style is called "naurava nakki", which translates to laughing hotdog. 😀

@reetsmrl7358 Жыл бұрын

When Wes smiles so big, I end up smiling back, that young man makes my day, love Huddy and his Baird Yeah.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agreed!

@SJC49 Жыл бұрын

Wesley smiling and waving into the camera - my heart just melted! Hudson doing The Baird Battle Cry! Thanks for a great evening of viewing. So appreciated!

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. Those are easily some of my favourite parts too.

@jannie690 Жыл бұрын

Favourite part? Huddy imitating his dad makes me smile. Wesley standing! Jim and Tori - you are a team that works so well together. Beautiful video of an awesome family.

@lipsticklodge7526 Жыл бұрын

Yes I was also happy to see Wesley standing...I knew he would do it!

@tammydee9700 Жыл бұрын

Love how much fun the boys are having. Huddys dad call Yeah! Gets me every time, lol. Wes's smile says it all. Huddy is talking so much now! ❤️💙

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

They are! So much to keep them engaged. Huddy is defiantly learning new words all the time.

@pawlah1 Жыл бұрын

Tori, "I overpacked" next t-shirt? I'll prepay!

@erikahergenreder5090 6 ай бұрын

Same!

@kenc1800 Ай бұрын

I agree…., “thank God we packed alcohol!” So beautiful and wonderful family adventure. Tori you are a “rock star”

@lindavanaalst5634 Жыл бұрын

Tori you’re the bomb …….climbing with Wesley in front and a backpack 👏👏👏👏

@rogerbrownart Жыл бұрын

Great to see the kids enjoying real outdoor adventures.

@angelahall6461 Жыл бұрын

I am amazed at how stable Hudson is on his feet. Must be all the outdoors exercise! And Wesley standing up is wonderful. You guys are doing such a great job. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us again.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. Ya, at his last check up, the doctor asked me if he could walk while supporting himself with furniture. I showed here a video of Huddy snowshoeing and she was amazed. She says it probably because of him getting used to walk over routes and rocks on our camping trips.

@rebeccahutcheson599 6 ай бұрын

Have you guys ever thought about getting like a Johnny jump up? You can put that sucker up anywhere with a little ingenuity and that would be so good for Wesley’s legs And keep him up and busy . Hell both kids will love it. It is a great little thing to have check it out if you have time. It was so great to see Wesley standing. And if you had two Johnny jump ups, you could fix these things with the tree limb across two trees and keep both of the kids active and safe while you’re trying to load up or even fishing cooking or anything it’s like a little jungle gym .I’m telling you they are bad ass. And they’re fun for the kids. My daughter left all the time in it because you can jump up and down spin around and you exercise with your legs , check it out from Love love love you guys.👊💖

@judyschepp8748 Жыл бұрын

Hello Family, It's wonderful to see the whole family again. Those boys are adorable!!!! I love Westley's smile and Huddy's cute "YEAAAHHH" call!!!! ⭐🌟✨💚♥️

@christinecote4639 Жыл бұрын

Favourite parts of the video? Huddy waving hi to the frog. And, the huge smiles from Wesley. (But honestly, the video was loaded with favourite parts). Your boys are adorable, and you guys rock as parents.

@fathertomoutdoors6579 Ай бұрын

Really want comments on perfectly good dad and mom letting their kids know what nature is about. Scream this to the world!

@JimBairdAdventurer 29 күн бұрын

Thank you! We love doing stuff like this with them and we can see that it is good for theme.

@wendyoutdoors2230 Жыл бұрын

“Thank god we brought alcohol !! “I laughed and laughed!! A cool Drink is a reward for so much hard work. Totally deserved and understood. Hats off to you both.

@stephenboyd3321 29 күн бұрын

Huddy’s cutest episode!!! This family is great to watch. Jim thanks for your great content. I love all these episodes.

@JimBairdAdventurer 28 күн бұрын

Much appreciated! More of this type of stuff to come :)

@danielsyner5915 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your family with us . I'm enjoying watching the kids grow up

@lipsticklodge7526 Жыл бұрын

Your kids r so lucky to be able to enjoy nature at such a young age..my family was too poor to do that when I was young..I sure made up 4 it when I grew up!

@scotyfilms Жыл бұрын

Its just amazing watching your kids growing up. Hudson is such a baby Jim.

@williamvanevera1441 4 ай бұрын

at the 22.33 mark NORTH IS WATCHING JIM EAT AND HUDSON TELLS HIM TO SIT AND NORTH DOES...HUDSON THEN TELLS HIM HES A GOOD BOY WHICH HE IS.....THIS IS AWESOME.. THOSE TWO ARE CONNECTED ...IM SURE YOUR BREAKFAST WAS GOOD BUT SOMETHING ELSE WAS GOING ON ...DOG TRAINING BY A 2//3? YEAR OLD...LOL WAY TO GO HUDSON....WESLEY LISTENING TO THE BIRDS WITH SUCH A JOYFULL LOOK ....AWESOME. YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS MAKE MY DAY WHEN I VISIT....LOOKING FORWARD TO TORI S NEW CHANNEL

@freywayne6574 Жыл бұрын

Tori, Jim Thanks for sharing, It's great watching the boys bonding and developing. Great parenting and partnering.

@nauticalnae2328 Жыл бұрын

I love the episodes with your family. The boys are adorable! I have enjoyed seeing them grow!❤

@tWoforgamenot1 Жыл бұрын

as i :)

@pawlah1 Жыл бұрын

Ditto! Salve to my soul!

@mikefleming8352 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jim. Great campsite,adorable kids,nice chill dog,top notch wife,what else could a man need.Peace brother.🇨🇦

@SJC49 Жыл бұрын

Me again! Seeing Wesley standing is joyful. I know it seems strange to say thank you for being such great parents but it’s just the way I feel!

@sandramatthews3382 Жыл бұрын

I loved when Hudson said hi and just seeing Winston smiling.

@SJC49 Жыл бұрын

Wesley

@happysmile1185 Жыл бұрын

MOM IS AWESOME WITHE THE BIG BOY LOVE HER! God Bless you two

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

She really is amazing. Thanks you 😊

@user-zf1qi7cd8b 5 күн бұрын

You have the most precious boys!!! Wonderful family trip. Thanks for sharing it!

@admirableawesome2317 Жыл бұрын

you and your family are so bad ass love watching these amazing adventures!

@area51ray Жыл бұрын

Huddy’s YEA when you got on shore before setting up camp put a big smile on my face! He’s the ‘Mini Me’ of you Jim for sure 😊

@pawlah1 Жыл бұрын

It's about time!!!!!! My Wesley-Huddy battery was running low and needed a recharge!

@dsbmaximus406 3 ай бұрын

Huddy my buddy

@ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim, beautiful film

@patti3447 Жыл бұрын

Well my favourite part umm can’t think of one loved it all .. smiles from Wesley and Huddy fishing were pretty cute.

@shauna5466 Ай бұрын

I have to say you have the perfect wife for you. She’s amazing woman. I watched your winter camping and thought omg I don’t know if I would have done that back when my kids were little. We camped from Ontario to Calgary in June with two children and hit black fly season. Oh my gosh, it was terrible. But the camping was beautiful , one of my fondest memories. I’m 79 now my husband’s passed but a wonderful memory.. You’re making a lot of wonderful memories for you and your family..

@dyannejohnson6184 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I enjoyed early morning attempt to get a fish breakfast!

@marinacalabrese1218 Жыл бұрын

When God blessed you two as parents he new what the hell he was doing ? There is nothing better then giving your children the great outdoors. Mine were camping at 6 months. Nothing like this but awesome and much love and respect to you both.

@WS102 Жыл бұрын

Hi little buddy! He always cracks me up and it's always great to see him exploring around and saying Hi in your videos.

@marinacalabrese1218 Жыл бұрын

Favorite part of video is between Wesley standing and Jim taking Huddy fishing, all I gotta say is Tory your a rock star. With your children.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

She absolutely is. I love those parts, glad you did as well. Thanks for watching

@marinacalabrese1218 Жыл бұрын

@@JimBairdAdventurer would not miss it for the world. I love what you do for your family and you have the perfect wife, like I said you we’re blessed. Great video

@Danclimb1989 4 ай бұрын

So much inspiration for me and my young family. Thanks for sharing a moment of bliss ❤

@JimBairdAdventurer 4 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome and I’m glad we can help inspire!

@maritimegirl3612 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful images. Beautiful family.

@TLAR24 Жыл бұрын

Hudson is talking so well. Love hearing him yell his Yeahs and he told north to lie disown and then said good boy. ❤️🇨🇦

@CarnivoreStork Жыл бұрын

What a delight! Spring camping & fishing with the whole family !

@sandramatthews3382 Жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for this. YAY.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope you like it!

@KelJayP Жыл бұрын

Your family videos are the best yet! I love them!

@TheFloridian5 10 ай бұрын

Exceptional parents 😊

@michelled4634 Жыл бұрын

It's a joy to watch the videos you all create,,,those children are so fortunate to be experiencing all they do:)

@peterg.3292 Жыл бұрын

You have a beautiful family Jim! God bless!

@MAJJJJJJ Жыл бұрын

That camp sight is just one the MOST BEATIFUL sight ever. Lots of trees a lake right next to it . man thanks for showing us. Your kids are getti g huge. And your dog is great.

@normarobertson3909 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful camping spot! I have to say when you and Tori were enjoying a cold beverage and Huddie was standing there enjoying his drink in the sippy cup , it was precious 😂 And as always, Wesley's beautifil smile is always special. Also , Wesley standing beside his Dad was awesome. Way to go Wesley ❤

@ronniekotler9265 Жыл бұрын

Jim, I have been following you and your brother for years. Always interesting and entertaining. You have a family family.

@NancyS-qx3ez Жыл бұрын

My favorite part of the video was Tori making her crab dog. :) Learned a new way to cook a hotdog! You guys are great! Awesome scenery.

@joycebailey1211 Жыл бұрын

Huddy will Clear yhe camp site of all the sticks & Wesley w his Big Beautiful Smile make all the rain go away.. Video needed w just Wes & Huddy doing their thang👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

That is a great idea on the Huddy and Wes specific vid. They are such a joy these little guys.

@joycebailey1211 Жыл бұрын

And Huddy doing your YEA!!! w his hands n the Air.. oh my Gosh.. Love Tori Creative Cooking & she seens so at her Peace w she's doing the Hardest & Dirtiest Part of Camping.. Strong Woman. Jim I'm 55 & you remind me of my Daddy. 6'5 250 curly hair also, never complained, he just figured it out. See ya next Thursday....

@bettesimmon166 9 ай бұрын

Hudson steals the video every time .and Tori cooking those delicious meals.

@andreww8941 Жыл бұрын

Excellent vid as always, Jim!!!! Excellent adventure and great scenery. You and the Mrs are truly a great team, and you have a beautiful family sir! Thanks for the awesome content, and stay safe.

@esmekapea4298 6 ай бұрын

Can't get enough of this family so amazing

@wendypederson243 Жыл бұрын

Hard not to love this little family❤

@derekwalters4980 Жыл бұрын

That was great! Reminds me of camping trips with the kids when they were little (especially the blowouts just before you're ready to head out!!). My favorite part was Huddy crying because you put the frog back in the water without a life jacket or boat. Absolutely adorable!! When Wesley laughs, his whole face lights up and you can't help but feel the joy radiate onto you. Yeah, brings back lots of memories.

@julietthaxton6600 9 ай бұрын

I love to watch a happy family go camping with their two little ones. The memories that are being given. It is refreshing to see such wholesome parenting. Thank you. It was fun. Congratulations Tori and Wesley for bringing in the most money. What really new thing I learned was how to roast a crispy hotdog. Can't wait to try it. 😊

@JimBairdAdventurer 9 ай бұрын

It’s delish! Thanks for watching and yes, Tori crushed it with that fund raiser. Thanks a lot for tuning in :)

@erniescabin4256 Жыл бұрын

gotta love the bush

@lillianfirth5993 Жыл бұрын

Huddy's giggle & happy face while Tori finishes cleaning him up after his "explosion." Also, the scene of the whole family & North sitting intently focused on Jim as he lays a grill across the fire in the rocks. Suitable for framing!

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed those parts particularly.

@zinnia3684 Жыл бұрын

Those kids gesture and sound like their dad. I can smell the pine needles. You truly capture Northern OntArio.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mcbnj Жыл бұрын

that music is like the theme song for the canadian jake the snake roberts

@erikawilliams8840 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I have been watching you and #Tori for quite a long time. We love how you adventure with your whole family.

@1stcavw247 Жыл бұрын

You guys have beautiful lucky children 😊

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. They are just awesome

@lovegodlovefreedom2535 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful extraordinary down to earth family❤️👍🏾🙏🏽💯

@cinderella23queen37 10 ай бұрын

Jim Baird, Torie, y'all are so well protected of the kids and that's good parenting

@spinningrodfisherman Жыл бұрын

the kids are way too cute. so much joy in their eyes being outdoors.

@sylviabradley7355 Жыл бұрын

I loved how Huddy was eating his steak like a baby bird🥩What a beautiful area to camp and hike.

@jacqueline7118 Жыл бұрын

I always love these family adventures but especially Wesley's smile, Huddy's Yeah's and his looking back and forth at you both with his mouth open at supper time, looking for more food. What a riot! lol Isn't that the way, a last minute explosion! lol Thanks for sharing your adventure. :) :)

@jasonlynch2919 Жыл бұрын

What a cool family camping adventure

@krijnkrijn Жыл бұрын

Even the kids know the power of a good Yeeeeeeeaaaaaah! You guys raise them well

@Lwof1025 Жыл бұрын

Delightful and sweet! I love the babies.

@JasonMcCann841 Жыл бұрын

Awesome spot Jim! Nice to share that with your family.

@mikerogers9736 Жыл бұрын

I don't think I have a favorite part. My heart was filled from start to end. You are a stud! You are now one of my heros! I don't have many. And Torrey you are a queen! And your family is the most amazing I've ever seen. And you guys make a guy like me that is putting a bit to much into his career sit down and ponder life a little deeper. Thank you

@williamweiss6128 Жыл бұрын

Simple joys of life with family. Yeah!! So cute.

@koertoosterhuis Жыл бұрын

Mother day special 👌🏾

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@1PaJoe Жыл бұрын

Watching you take care of your family is great - God bless you -

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@vickiesizemore6486 Жыл бұрын

My grandchildren watch this video and really liked it that you take your children on you such an amazing Adventures

@JohnDoe-hs7ml Жыл бұрын

Great family adventure. Thank you for sharing. 👍

@enmajiskon4943 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Camera angles by the way. :)

@mottom2033 Жыл бұрын

Now that how you tow a canoe , learn something every time I watch you guys . That’s coming from a commercial fisher . Thank you for sharing!

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, ya, the system works great. Where do you fish out of?

@mottom2033 Жыл бұрын

@@JimBairdAdventurer you missed us by little bit on your lab city/nfld adventure. Beautiful New Brunswick . Grew up on campobello island.

@patti3447 Жыл бұрын

Awesome footage .. awesome parents .. going to watch it again ❤

@susanrogers917 6 ай бұрын

I love it when you take your family because Wesley mostly, both boys really, is so happy ❤😊

@cinderella23queen37 Жыл бұрын

Wesley just melts my heart

@kristennoelle9447 8 ай бұрын

My granddaughter and I are thoroughly enjoying watching your videos and getting to know your beautiful family! Ty so much for sharing your adventures with us!🙏💜

@traceyneale5094 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely killed me when your hotdog slid straight onto the bun with your sly little glance and smile for the camera 😂😂 pure golden moment 🍻

@darrendavidsonoutdoors Жыл бұрын

Ahh, Wesley's smile is so contagious and Huddy's "yeah!" makes you want to scream it too. Parenting done right. If there was an award for parents of the year, I'd definitely nominate you guys.

@tWoforgamenot1 Жыл бұрын

Very cool We Enjoy Pls Gave Hugs From Us Jim ! :) .

@margoburns9085 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Like father like son Jim...Huddy yelling...yyyyyaaa! So good.

@loin897 Жыл бұрын

that hike up with the family and views .. loved seeing you share a childhood place with your own boys.

@JimBairdAdventurer Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lpschick7237 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness…Hudson. So stinking adorable. The fish & talking into the camera. ❤

@rumaniaurbina5979 6 ай бұрын

Awesome trip!!! Every one was happy!!😄😄😄😄🐕. My favorite part was the outstanding view atop your mountain hike!!

@shawnjustice7886 11 ай бұрын

Hey Family! I have been watching you guys for such a long time.... I'm so glad you both have been just pressing on with the boy's.... Wes is just as handsome as he can be! Huddy is just a little cutie and such a great little helper. Lots of love, prayers and many blessings!

@randychenoweth3874 Жыл бұрын

ABSOULATLY FANTASTIC video. One of your best. I luv watching the Baird family!

@bettesimmon166 Жыл бұрын

Hudson is just like dad ,he always says like his dad Yeah.... then drop his line on a stick . He often says Yeah 😮 plus he looks so much like dad so does Wesley cute kids.

@traviswalker-restrepo Жыл бұрын

F’ing love your adventures. Good man Jim.

@tWoforgamenot1 Жыл бұрын

he's a little Jim :) hug

@joannegillespie3467 Жыл бұрын

I’ve replayed the vid starting at 44:30 with Jim talking about the great family day, steaks going on grill, a bird that looks like a “plane” according to Hudson, Wesley chit chatting with Tori,….but around minute 46:00, i swear Hudson is saying “Montreal” after Jim asks Tori about the steak seasoning. A lovely end of the day with family. Great video.

@tomcooke1853 10 ай бұрын

I did the same thing with my kids even before they could walk. In Queen Elizabeth 2 park Best memories of my life my kids are 30 and talk about it a lot sad but there husbands are not like you or me .I would do it with my Grandkids but pushing 60 with bad back problems 😢😢😢 great to see hopefully get 2 watch the kids grow up on film i have video's of most of the trip 👍

@gwenagar7189 Жыл бұрын

Love your adventures and your kids thanks much.😊

@lucyb15 Жыл бұрын

Favorite scene is Huddy asking for bites from mommy and daddy...too cute!

@bettesimmon166 10 ай бұрын

You know Wesley is going to be fine he looked in the camera and waved. I am a former Vice Principa and I had several students like Wesley by the time they graduated from the 8th grade I saw great improvements. We had a wing division in my school..

@JimBairdAdventurer 10 ай бұрын

Amazing

@bettyhudson979 Жыл бұрын

I think I have gotten hooked on you and Tori and those handsome boys of your. I got a little tearful seeing Wesley standing. That was great to see. And don’t let me forget the little man Hudson, OH YEAH ‼️