Hi Jon....yea that canoe was mine. I ended up hiking back to Hap’s the following day and was lucky enough to get a float plane out. It was quite the mis-adventure!
@LostLakes2 жыл бұрын
Aw no way... so sorry Brad ☹ Glad you're ok, but that is a tough loss. When did it happen? Pretty epic story, finding rescue at Hap's cabin of all places
@bradfenton2 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes It happened near the beginning of June of this year. I ran into Hap 2 days prior. He was loading supplies into his canoe to bring back to the cabin that a float plane had dropped off. I offered to help him for a couple of hrs and in turn he invited me to join him for a bourbon or two later on. We had some great conversations. I camped out at Bridal Veil Falls and left the site the following day and that is when I sacrificed my canoe to the river Gods. After the canoe incident happened I made a make shift camp for the night, gathered my thoughts and came up with a plan to hike back to the cabin the next day - which was certainly a challenge. I knew from the previous conversation with Hap that he had clients coming in on a float plane in a couple of days time. I borrowed on of his canoes to retrieve my gear I had stashed away near the disaster site. I was able to hitch a ride back to Temagami the next day with much appreciation! So all in all, I learned a valuable lesson and had a great adventure!
@LostLakes2 жыл бұрын
@@bradfenton That's quite the tale you got out of it! Thanks for sharing this. I bet that rapid looked much different in early June
@ryanswiggs2 жыл бұрын
great insight! I was wondering the story behind that canoe after seeing it in this video. really cool to get the full backing. glad you're alright!
@willminnery81982 жыл бұрын
I saw nice solo Kevlar canoe swift on sturgeon river loop . Looked new. In between upper and lower goose falls. Big hole in bottom . Sad
@robertstuart59993 жыл бұрын
As I approach my 79th year, my trips into God’s most beautiful creation of the beautiful north country are but wonderful memories. Your cinema photography is beyond outstanding. Thanks for bringing me along on your treks.God bless and many safe journeys.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that very much Robert!! Glad you can join me here
@jimjohnson68573 жыл бұрын
Amen
@20molecula3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Robert Stuart and may God bless you.
@nicholasmaxheleau94443 жыл бұрын
I’m 79 in 3 months; I’m in agreement with your comments about Mother Nature’s beautiful works of art. Love the north, love these trips. God bless
@henrythebasset87492 жыл бұрын
I'm turning 70 in January and I'm planning a ten day solo trip in Wabakimi next June. I've canoe tripped since 1977 and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. My appreciation for it grows every year.
@CanadianSledDog3 жыл бұрын
I couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry during that stirring rendition of Tolkien. So perfect for the times.
@mathewbowman2593 жыл бұрын
Came here to make this exact comment!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah!! My favourite movie scene of all time, so brilliant
@potcrak13 жыл бұрын
Sam Wise is a good dependable sort but he could use a pet dog to talk to, pet and share meals with.
@fireflyrocks13 жыл бұрын
Almost made me cry. It's so fitting for the times we live in. Let's save Canada.
@ontariooutdoorexplorer12013 жыл бұрын
How often to you watch LOtR to know that whole speech by heart??? Loved it and the going mad in the rain…
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Another vid without Erin...I'm about to unsub my own channel (well...you can't actually sub to yourself). An 8-day trip with her is already being edited and I think it will be worth the wait. I really want to say thank you for your beautiful comments on the last Superior video. They meant a ton and they always do. I've been struggling to keep up with social media this summer because when I'm home I'm trying to maximize editing time so, if I didn't say it directly, I am reading them and I appreciate them so much 💚 *Filming notes:* The drone shots at the beginning are shot outside of park boundaries at the NE end of Lady Evelyn L. Although if it were up to me, you could fly a drone wherever motorboats are allowed and I find that a bit silly. The camera was ok. Has been out on a couple trips since and seems to be no worse for wear.
@elizabethappleton36673 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen so called responsible people bother osprey, loons, eagles not to mention mammals and think they weren’t frightening them. So although I love drone footage, limiting the geography is fine by me.
@stevehoole98473 жыл бұрын
UK fan. Thanks for posting these clips. It's really clear you love what you do and your expertise is really insightful. Great watching from a part of the world that just doesn't have the expanse of wilderness that you have on your doorstep. You're really lucky.
@weirdribs3 жыл бұрын
Makes no sense to me. No drones but he'll you wanna drive a mobile blender that's fine. That's not gonna hurt the wildlife.
@Deceter3 жыл бұрын
Haha I've seen two of your uploads and both haven't had 'Erin'. Was starting to think you just made her up!
@forestcityfishing47493 жыл бұрын
"Why be mad" What if a group of people from outside your nation are trying their best to infect everyone with a virus, lock us all down, steal our freedoms and rights, and kill thousands of us? If your not mad about this stuff and more, your just another coward with his head in the sand, virtue signaling about the trash you pick up.
@dalemc82543 жыл бұрын
Pretty neat, I was on a 22-day solo when you passed me on your way to Sugar. I was sitting on a little island after you portaged from the south arm of L E . You warned me about the rain coming and rain it did. Cool to see this.
@Muslimeen777 Жыл бұрын
lovely expirience
@MrMicmac653 жыл бұрын
The summer of John dropping feature-length films on youtube. The hero we need, but not the one we deserve. #startapatreon
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha 💚💚 So much in backlog too. Started a Buy us a Coffee which is in the vid description, just don't wanna force it down people's throat so I haven't mentioned it :)
@tmoneyphresh3 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes you’re the real mvp
@magen2271 Жыл бұрын
Amazing work. My husband, 7 year old daughter, and I adore watching your vids before we retire for the night. It’s very calming but also inspiring. My husband and I hope to do what you and Erin do together sometime soon. Thank you for all your work.
@LostLakes Жыл бұрын
Truly appreciate that!
@rencougzip3 жыл бұрын
I used to watch a lot of movies, now I can get lost for a couple of hours with more epic camping trips like yours. The older I get, the more I appreciate the calm and gentle rhythm of life. Thanks for all your hard work to produce these films! :)
@tanyafindlay6092 жыл бұрын
Just incredible adventures! I really enjoy your educational tips along the way and love to see what you pack for food! I am new to the backcountry world but am getting more and more transfixed with the serenity of not having the covid now all of sudden paddlers around to make messes and leave garbage. It always makes my head shake when one paddles with loud music blaring..why are they even out there!!! I also will adopt your analysis on anger as I tend to like you say "let the anger be the master" I am interested on who you were quoting was it Frued? Thanks again for the outstanding scenery, adventure and lessons you offer!! Cheers!
@Canoecamper2 жыл бұрын
Well said, @Greg Renstrom; same here.
@jimburg62110 ай бұрын
me too, calm and easy. Avoiding the mess is easy if you choose to.
@ldg265510 ай бұрын
Same!
@jasonreid6113 жыл бұрын
Some people would call this roughing it…but those people might not have ever seen the pure luxury and beauty of the Canadian wilderness. Great video.
@id.7473 жыл бұрын
Just came here to praise your cinematography and excellent theatrical impressions. By god man standing ovation from me! Very entertaining stuff!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah very much appreciated ID!
@patrickkov3 жыл бұрын
I loved watching John slowly loose his mind in the rain storm. Great content. I actually can't believe this channel isn't bigger.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah thanks a lot Patrick, really appreciate it!
@icecycle41762 жыл бұрын
Just watched this video with my wife. Amazing camera work, great story telling, and humour. You have made an enduring document of the joys of backcountry canoeing. The shots of spider's webs, toads, butterflies, chipmunks, and of course fish. You also captured the moods of the weather, especially the rain storm. I really loved the ways you captured the light, and mixed up camera position, for example, the underwater photography,. I also loved your rant about slob campers, as I can never figure out, why people can portage full stuff in and not take empties out. What a wonderful and instructive video. Thank you.
@LostLakes2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that so much you two 💚 Thank you!!
@ericjenjohnson3 жыл бұрын
I am happy you decided to do this as a full time job! Your videos provide moments of zen in a world that feels like it’s gone mad. Thank you!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Greatly appreciate that E Jayz! 💚
@linaalin96392 жыл бұрын
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@richardwildeman12673 жыл бұрын
This is the "Shawshank Redemption" of canoe tripping videos on KZfaq!! I laughed, I cried, and I clenched my seat with my buttcheeks so hard with the rapids sections that I have hemorrhoid's now! Seriously, I've been binge watching these kind of videos for weeks now, as part of my research to finally make the transition form front country, to backcountry camping at the ripe old age of 54. People like Kevin Callan and Jason Eke have become my "wilderness heroes", and now you are too! I have to say your videos are the best, and I've been earning a living in animation and video production for 25 years now. Thanks so much for all your efforts, cheers!
@TimpTim3 жыл бұрын
These last two videos have, imo, elevated you to the level of Director/Cinematographer! Truly beautiful, creative, thoughtful work. Thank you!
@zimplanetearthsighting36563 жыл бұрын
I am just so much into hiking and camping...I live in Zimbabwe..and have always admired how you folks are blessed with such wonderful places untamed. I can only watch you go for it but can't really point a place I can do the same. This is beautiful!!
@SerpWerx2 жыл бұрын
You have some of the most beautiful landscapes in Zimbabwe. How do you not adventure ?
@jasonlp48693 жыл бұрын
Been a fan for a few years now! Can slowly see the progression in your videos since quitting your job, you made a good decision! Keep grinding
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Lap!!
@ScottRauber3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE the split screen shots whil running the rapids! BUT, then again, I love all your excursions....PERIOD!!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scotty!!! Split screen will be the play on rapids henceforth! :)
@Mr880881 Жыл бұрын
Hats off to you. Being alone like that in the areas you travel through takes a pile of courage and bush craft skills. Good for you.
@tdawg47563 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Temagami... And the areas that you were travelling, the fishing has always been terrible. In fact, a lot of the area’s fishing isn’t that great, unless you’re fishing one of the bigger, stocked lakes... Very nice to watch this video. I’ve done those routes plenty of times while growing up. But it’s been almost 10 years since I’ve been back home, excellent to see you do it!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah that's very reassuring! Such a tough bite
@forestcityfishing47493 жыл бұрын
My family on my Dads side is from there. (Vasseur)
@flyinacircle63983 жыл бұрын
i wonder how much ice fishing goes on? we see john arrive at some lake after a portage and think “there will be plenty fish here” cus most people are too lazy to portage. but in winter access is a snap via snow machine.
@tonycotto80733 жыл бұрын
I never knew 1+hr videos can be so addicting. I'm hooked like a fish on a barbed hook.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah thanks a lot Tony!!
@stephendouglas63283 жыл бұрын
Pinch your barbs Tony!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
*PSA about Jeff's Map (the big one I was using) and maps for Temagami:* Jeff left the business years ago and yet his former partner will take the money for orders and ship out nothing. Do not order from that site. Jeff started a new map business called Unlostify, but they haven't recreated the Temagami map yet. Digital copies of the old Temagami map are still available for free. They're posted in the Ontario Backcountry Camping Facebook group under "Files": facebook.com/groups/822052151232319/files *Ottertooth* has great free digital maps for Temagami including Donald Lake: www.ottertooth.com/Temagami/Sites/chiniguchi.htm Just click on the map for the larger scale portions. Or if you want a beautiful wall piece and to support *Friends of Temagami,* they offer an overview map: www.friendsoftemagami.org/store/temagami-adventure-planning-map *Hap Wilson also has a guidebook to Temagami*
@jimmyjeboutdoors16243 жыл бұрын
I believe that gnawing sound you are hearing at night is likely a type of burrowing wood-eating beetle that is munching on trees!
@davidmoore99453 жыл бұрын
I rate this video 10 out of 10! I actually felt like I was on this trip with you. It is outstanding. Your camera work and editing touched on every aspect of your journey. It is educational, recreational and entertaining. I “bonded” with you during this video meaning that I’ll not miss an episode and will anticipate the next. You gave us a full hour and 44 minutes of pure enjoyment. Thank you, be safe and looking forward to the next time!
@shugemery3 жыл бұрын
I know that feeling that you alluded too at the top. I've had on some backpacking trips a feeling of melancholia for the first hour. Not sure either what it is but once deep in the woods it turns to elation. Yes....anger is wasted energy. But a bit of disappointment is apropos. Be nice to have High Tea with Lady Evelyn Smoothwater. Pinkies out. Naan-Man you. Frank Falls fishing. Alliteration is Awesome~~ Thanks for filming portages as it is some of my favorite footage. Would be easy and excusable to not film. But glad that you do. Hellacious Helen. Amok lightweight! Surround view. I think you're eating better than Erin. Morning Moose Magic. Nice. Salt tablets have really helped me in hot weather but electrolytes is more fun to say. Ouch....paddle strike to me noggin after white pine dam. Shadow-Rap is my hip-hop moniker.... An angry rain and 12 hours nod. Lollygag power. My camping has been nil since Meg broke her knee-cap on July 4th. I'm man-servant and driver for a while. BWCA closed due to fires and they just closed all camping on Superior Hiking Trail here due to fires. So not the Summer we had planned. Are you not a coffee drinker? Your Lord of the Rings is like Sling Blade me. Yessir. I enjoy when you speak bait/lures/fish. Respect Mon.... Shug-er Lake. My kinda lake haaaa Smitten. A word not played enough. Spirited Introvert Society. That red squirrel was my cousin. Again, I have Nova Craft envy. Camera calamity...the price we pay. I sometimes sniff Meg's pillow if she is out of town. So enjoy Erin's toothbrush. And yes...the Good is worth the battle. The donnybrook. And it does exist. You went there. Into the Good. Enjoyed your trip on my big TV. Needed to see a good trip. Thank you too.
@canesser13 жыл бұрын
The most colorful film critic have ever run into Shug. Like that poetic synopsis! Hope Meg enjoys and quick and full recovery, that would be nasty. No paddling here in eastern Manitoba either with the epic fires, between eastern Manitoba and NW Ontario there was probably 1500 sq miles of wildfires in the Boreal. Sucked a lotta smoke not being far to the south and west of the infernos. Prime canoe routes now carbonized skeletal jack pine forests over top Canadian Shield. Tragic but necessary with a fire driven eco system. Will be too old to enjoy them by then but nothing a longer drive won't cure. I recognized that squirrel. Striking resemblance. Them thar Amoks are quite the rig eh? Wooo buddyyyy!
@pawadventures55443 жыл бұрын
Shug's in the house! All secure in sector seven. 👍🏻😎 Thoughts and prayers to you and Meg and to her speedy recovery.
@larryn82 жыл бұрын
…. What 👆🏻said….
@davidtowlun21183 жыл бұрын
I don't know of any better song than that of the hermit thrush. The best soundtrack of any of your videos! Cheers!
@JG-uo3fq3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Was transported from my living room into the backwoods. Such good filmmaking.
@terrellma Жыл бұрын
Your cinematography is getting to the point where it is absolutely beautiful. More people should be watching your content.
@Joyof... Жыл бұрын
It's amazing the incredible amount of fresh water we have in Ontario. We are truly blessed 🙏
@waltb79433 жыл бұрын
John, you have really captured the majesty of Temagami. Fantastic film making and great commentary.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Greatly appreciate that Walt!!
@lisaharper18276 ай бұрын
I love the extended length of your videos. I think most would agree. Your films tell the full story 🌿
@nakedhookandfloridaoutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Agree completely on lures with multiple hooks. Inline singles have gone into place on all my lures. No downgrade in performance, better for the fish, better for us and not so much space in storage boxes.
@mattg29353 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vid!!! Well edited and filmed, really impressive. You have a great soul and are a worthy ambassador for the wilderness. Thank you for your work and honesty as you film. I do trips similar to yours in Northern Minnesota and have similar thoughts that I used to think were nuts. Missing people and homesickness being the most persistent. I dream about being in the wilderness, but when I'm there I dream of home. I've learned to enjoy the moment, enjoy the solitude and have optimism about the future.
@KevinOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Great looking trip! Loved the Sam, Frodo and Golem thing!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
😜 Thanks Kevin!
@scottcofer9423 жыл бұрын
Been gone awhile… like seeing an old friend again! Looks like all is well! Best always!
@marceldion46883 жыл бұрын
Dont know if you are aware of this, silica gel packs can only absorb a certain amount of moisture then they stop working. Good news is they can be reused. After you have collected a good amount put them in the oven in a pie plate at approximately 200 F and leave them for about an hour or so. This removes the moisture contents and the packs are ready to reused. I. Worked in a paper mill for 28 years and we used the silica gel to figure out the amount of moisture in the paper. The only difference was the silica gel at the mill was not in packs but in a large bowl so we could tell by the change in colour if they needed to be dehydrated. I have collected roughly 30 packs at home and have been reusing them for quite a few years now. WORD OF CAUTION, do not set your oven too hot to the point of melting the plastic bags or setting the paper bags on fire. Low and slow is the hey.. I am really enjoying your videos and find you have a real keen eye for making videos for example the spider and the butterfly and so on. Keep up the great work for this old guy that is too old to enjoy the wilderness like you do now.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for all of this Marcel! Great information!
@namenl22053 жыл бұрын
" Nathan Moore - Checkmate " as soon as I heard this guitar in the back , I had to search for the music & artist, this is such a lovely song, thank you for introducing me to this! ♥️
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
It's so nice! One has to sift through a lot of not so great songs in KZfaq's free music library, but there are some amazing ones to be found in there
@nickjones93043 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing the name of that song! It’s a beauty.
@Bennynation33 жыл бұрын
Super happy to see that you can start having big adventures again ! Always a pleasure to watch your videos
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you BN!!
@paavoviuhko72503 жыл бұрын
I'm a new subscriber. I relate to the sensitivity of your reflections. I am here more for the land than the fishing since I no longer fish on my canoe bush squats. I am 72 years of age. I did a 7 day solo paddle in the Lady Evelyn area in 1995. Now I just paddle locally by bike and hike access. I set up a base camp for bushwhacking and beachcombing and writing. Doing much less of paddling. My age is trying to tell me to slow down but not give up yet.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this Paavo :) Kudos for keeping your passion alive. Hoping I can do the same at 72
@vresor Жыл бұрын
Man, that trip had it all. Amazing waterfalls and rapids, great campsites, diverse weather, wildlife, fires, sights, sounds, sunsets and sunrises. Outstanding.
@Waveyak3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I especially loved the scenes during the heavy rainy day. Letting the inner crazy out a little is always therapeutic, and funny 😄. 👍 Thanks John.
@ontinterests36042 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure if someone has mentioned this, or if you were able to determine what the gnawing sound was when you were on Sugar Lake, but it was more than likely a pine bark beetle. It looked like you were surrounded by red pine, and the beetles are incredibly loud, so a good chance that’s it.
@linaalin96392 жыл бұрын
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@andydolan1763 жыл бұрын
I watch every fishing and nature show on KZfaq and I have never enjoyed one more than this! Thank you for taking me along on your journey my friend, I feel like I had a mini vacation. I've canoed Algonquin and it was the best trip of my life but thanks to you Temagami is next on my list. BTW I'm glad to see you held onto your sanity through the thunderstorm, they can be harsh
@julienvelvet4 ай бұрын
XANDER I was born here, GREW up here, my heart remains with this land. Thank you for the memories.
@robyngomillion2309 Жыл бұрын
Wow...such beauty. Had no idea there were so many little lakes and waterways off Superior talking from the American side. My dad was a mate on the ore ships on Superior. I would love to travel it the way you are.
@flight101 Жыл бұрын
Do it…. X
@Pray_4_mojo3 жыл бұрын
I’m pretty sure I was in Temagami the exact same time because that rain was epic and I will never forget it!!! Thank god I had a large tarp so I could get out of my amok and stand around the campsite when I wanted!
@bubvaughn2 жыл бұрын
You do such a nice job with the photography. Viewing this in the middle of the winter was such a joy. Thank you for that.
@LostLakes2 жыл бұрын
Greatly appreciate that Preston!!
@endurancekennels3 жыл бұрын
I suppose if KZfaq doesn't work out theatre might be a backup option 👍 I always sleep in a tent my back can't handle it plus it's better for dogs. I also bring my tarp so I can still cook in the rain 🌧️
@stannelson25823 жыл бұрын
When I get frustrated….I tell myself it’s all a matter of perspective. I find happiness in helping. Less frustration and more help/fixing/educating makes my world a bit better= happiness for me.
@1Rod1ReelFishing3 жыл бұрын
GET THE CHICK FIL A AND POPCORN READY BOYS!!! 🍗🍿👀
@mattphillips65783 жыл бұрын
You need to do a trip like this. This guy is a very underrated you tuber.
@tammyvincent94173 жыл бұрын
@@mattphillips6578 Jon's an up and coming KZfaqr.
@mattphillips65783 жыл бұрын
Tammy Vincent that’s who I was talking about 😀
@Varmitlife3 жыл бұрын
We don’t have chick fil a in Canada! lol
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Nothing says movie night like Chick Fil A 😂
@markoda21203 жыл бұрын
I've been watching and enjoying your videos for a couple of weeks now. Having limited canoeing experience, I can appreciate all the work that is involved in your adventures. Five portage's is beyond my physical capabilities, especially around the falls. Please keep posting videos so that I can vicariously enjoy the beautiful sights, peacefulness, and experience (without the bugs).
@hadrux46433 жыл бұрын
thanks so much for sharing the route at the beginning. May not be meaningful for most viewers but as someone who paddles in ontario and is always planning trips, it helps a lot.
@dylanhendricks88873 жыл бұрын
You killed that Lord of the Rings impression, what a great inclusion that was to this trip!
@UKRakaUrbanKickzRecordings3 жыл бұрын
Amazing trip. Glad you find time to immerse yourself in the lands that you love. What a journey...what a life of soul searching and exploring. Keep on keep on sir!
@carolwilson93413 жыл бұрын
Great video as always! Living in Northern Ontario, from mid June to early August we had over 300mm of rain. Wettest period we have seen in 38 years living here. So sad to see so much of the west hot and with wildfires. Looking forward to your next trip.
@williamgoodwin96672 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful world we all live in, there needs to more people like you that appreciate the ground we all walk or water to paddle on. It’s all so precious. 👏👏👏👏👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼🙏
@ColbGood10 ай бұрын
I hear you on the constant weather checks throughout a day. I’m a commercial fisherman and totally get it. Your life and livelihood depends on decisions you make with the weather. Amazing video, inspiring.
@amangill28923 жыл бұрын
Discovers this channel about 2 weeks ago, I’m hooked! Awesome content, footage and crew…keep up the great work…and keep inspiring others to go outside your comfort zone!
@grantclarkson91843 жыл бұрын
Hunkered down here in the AC in this soupy messy heat...thanks for taking me along and thanks for sharing!!
@mccluskeyp3 жыл бұрын
Not saying you are, but by chance are you a Steve Wallis fan?
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Heat kills! 🥵 Thanks so much for joining Grant!
@grantclarkson91843 жыл бұрын
@@mccluskeyp I was not but I am now...
@jeremyhare53808 ай бұрын
My laughter quickly turned to tears while watching that LOTR skit..! LOTR and canoe tripping in Temagami were a huge part of my childhood and played a role in how I turned out as an adult. Today was a tough day. Thanks for sharing this journey you went on. It’s inspiring me to start putting together a few of my own.
@ecttreker98163 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for that "why be mad" quote. I'm sure it will help immensely going forward. 😀
@JeffWinter13 жыл бұрын
The soul demands a nature recharge and if we ignore it we do so at our own peril. Heading up to KL tomorrow to refill at my conservation 160 acres. Great video will be passing through Temagami as I make my way Nord. Appreciate your trip and spirit.👍
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
As necessary as bread and water. Hope you get your fill! Thank you Jeff!
@jizzaymz3 жыл бұрын
My neck of the woods... I absolutely live the old growth forests out behind Temagami
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Some amazing pine!
@rrowe1961 Жыл бұрын
I'm so grateful to have found your channel. What you share with humanity is inspiring. I'm far too old to trek like you do, but your videos share the wilderness I miss enjoying in my youth.
@LostLakes Жыл бұрын
Truly appreciate that Robert 💚
@dagger2813 жыл бұрын
Awesome, awesome footage bud! Thanks for taking me along!😁🤙
@patrickhawkinson83993 жыл бұрын
On your solo trips, does talking to the cameras give you a sense of companionship like Tom Hanks talking to a volleyball? Because you do a hell of a job making us feel like we are right there with you. Excellent work.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha it absolutely does :) Really appreciate that Patrick!!!
@flight101 Жыл бұрын
WILSON !!!!! 🤗
@m1tchziLLa3 жыл бұрын
"I dont even know what electrolytes are, but gatorade over the past 30 years have convinced me that I need them." hahaha love it
@flyinacircle63983 жыл бұрын
i think it’s basically sugar and salt?
@TheHarley883r3 жыл бұрын
7 hour drive , Man some people travel the world for such beauty you are so lucky mate ...Missen Erin hope she's doing great .always enjoy the content thank you Sir ...
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahah that is a terrific perspective...it's too true. Thanks as always CYR! Working on the latest trip with Erin now :)
@TheHarley883r3 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes thats good to hear i recon she be hanging to get out in the forest again too , looking forward to it ,,.be well and stay safe !!!
@ykb9463 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed the music in this one...It was telling me...its time to get active!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thanks Joe :)
@madformaple2 жыл бұрын
Just watched this one and it sure got me excited for the summer! A special feeling to come back to the spot where your first long solo trip was. Very fortunate that there was no rain for all of those challenging portages early on! Keep at it
@LostLakes2 жыл бұрын
Thanks MfM! I'm with you...paddling is close and I cannot wait :D
@RodMurray3 жыл бұрын
Even when the fish aren’t biting, trips in Temagami are still rejuvenating! We started our Red Squirrel Lake to Obabika Triangle Old Growth and return 9 day trip the day after the big storm in your video (too bad we didn’t cross paths!). It was hot and still, and I’ve never seen Temagami like glass for so many days. After a few days of heat, another major storm set in with rain, thunderstorms and a major temperature change, and relief from the heat and smoky skies. Your trips inspire even old guys like me to venture a little farther each time, and your videos are always worth every minute of my time to watch. I appreciate how much work it takes to capture the video, and then the effort you take to edit, which adds so much value to us armchair paddlers, who get out only once per season. Again, thank you.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Greatly appreciate that Rod!! Gotta love those temp and energy shifts around tstorms, so great
@RodMurray3 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes despite the crazy weather and lack of fish on our trip, I did land a personal best smallmouth on our trip! 23”, catch and release of course! Never seen a bass this big. Ever.
@maxwellcameron21593 жыл бұрын
As I've said to you before-- as a Canadian living over in Australia these videos really cheer me up. We have been in a hard lockdown here for a total of 232 days now since the pandemic began, and are in the midst of another hard lockdown right now. I have been unable to visit my friends and family in Canada due to the closure of the international border here. Your videos have been something I really look forward to and have had a great impact helping me get through. Cheers, keep up the great work.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Man I feel for ya...Canada has been doing well COVID wise for several months now and I can't imagine being back in the grip of the pandemic again. Hang in there Max, I'll try to keep the vids comin'
@williamwilson34743 жыл бұрын
Spectacular footage and great videography Jon. Your videos are always so crystal clear. I hope your camera dries out and works as it did before. I really enjoy your adventures. keep up the great work my friend.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much William! Thankfully the camera has come back without issue :)
@BobDaniel3 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, your Lord of the Rings vignette gave me the feels...
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
💚 My favourite movie scene of all time. Get choked up whenever I watch it
@pavoz1251 Жыл бұрын
Your videos bring me such joy and happiness, I've rewatched many of your videos over and over again and they always put me in such a good mood!!
@mccluskeyp3 жыл бұрын
A beautiful trip and top shelf production value as always.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a million mccluskeyp! And thanks for being so engaged with the comments!
@Richans3 жыл бұрын
Wow, another awesome masterpiece!! Cheers Jon, Rich
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Rich!! 💚
@Richans3 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes Thank You! :)
@amorimontagnus20423 жыл бұрын
Another fun one to watch. Got my thumbs up when you mentioned not wanting Hap or someone to see the double blade. Respect to the true way to paddle a canoe.
@ScottRauber3 жыл бұрын
Ok, so, I'm a weather freak too...hard to believe here in the land of hell-heat 9 months of the year....but I watch for temps below 70 degrees, and get ready to reserve a camp site with my grandsons. But, John, I'd love to see you do one....no electronics, except your cameras. I know, I know, but just one all natural sense and gut feeling! You know, like Daniel Boone.
@mainetripper3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jonathan Ontario….you’re killing it man!!!! This video and the Northern Superior video are your best yet. Really enjoying your content. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much MT!!!!
@Digbysexpot3 жыл бұрын
Fan-damn-tastic video! First of all, thanks for not splitting it up into five videos. Your cinematography gets better all the time as well as the editing. Great balance of scenic landscapes and macro bugs and flowers. The whitewater split screen was a nice touch and yeah, the LOTR skit was the topper. Haha! Well done man!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
LOL best adjective I've heard in a while. Much appreciated Craig!! I greatly favour the long format now and then people can just split it up how they like (or binge, like I prefer to do when I watch trip vids) 🙂
@jowoods80098 ай бұрын
John & Erin, your videos are quite simply therapy, thank you. ..and to Xander, thank you. From Wales.
@joshuapatrick682 Жыл бұрын
If anyone can make you feel any emotion, they are your master. You must decide what emotions you will allow yourself to feel.
@trailtimeszr2503 жыл бұрын
I still don't see the reason for a camping ban. It looked like you were pretty isolated. Another great adventure. ⛺ The 2 camera split, down the rapids was awesome.l
@mr.e61753 жыл бұрын
Cause the government is actually wrangling all the Bigfoot of the world. #savebigfoot
@trailtimeszr2503 жыл бұрын
@@mr.e6175 #miggy500
@mccluskeyp3 жыл бұрын
In my opinion, the split camera was the best part of this video. Great choice by this channel and I'm sure others will emulate it after seeing how great it was!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ken & mccluskeyp! That's the result of viewer feedback...if I pointed the camera forward, some people say they wish they could see the paddlstrokes, and pointed at me, they want to see the rapids upcoming. Enter epiphany 💡🙂 And yeah the camping ban was extremely frustrating and I didn't agree with the policy
@ericada93683 жыл бұрын
Love those long videos...
@malcolmrobb4883 жыл бұрын
Of course, excellent, and yes, I am now looking at the hammock concept a bit more, but, I can see it becoming a nightmare, get trapped and tangled with a bear around, yikes. Oh, in case I have not mentioned this, might have, but Lord of the Rings probably one of the best series ever made, cheers.
@mattphillips65783 жыл бұрын
Love the split screen views
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Matt, glad to hear this!
@roydesignedthat3 жыл бұрын
Great video so far! I'll catch the rest as I can, just on a break now! Thanks for posting!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Roy!
@roydesignedthat3 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes I watched the rest. Loved it too! I'd like to get up that way without boat but as you said, this season was slow to start with Covid. Out trips have been short and closer to home. I look forward to checking out your other clips! BestRoy
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@Shamalidukduk3 жыл бұрын
Great, now I have to re-watch The Lord of the Rings at 11pm, thanks Jon! Seriously, awesome work pal, your videos are always a pleasure!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
LOL thanks Richard!!
@kellygast3 жыл бұрын
I never, ever tire of gorgeous sunsets...and loon calls.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Me neither! 💚
@bertschuh57204 ай бұрын
As a resident of Muskoka, my wife and I "cut our teeth" canoe tripping Algonquin PP. When APP began the requirement to declare which lake you would camp on each night, we started tripping in the Temagami region. It became our favourte area, and Mowat Landing our most frequent access point. I'm 72 now, lost my wife to cancer in 2020. Your beautiful films bring me much joy now! Wishing you many many years of happy trails, be they waterways or winter sled pulls!
@LostLakes4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Bert and I'm so sorry about your wife 💚 So glad you can relive those memories with her through the videos :)
@bertschuh57204 ай бұрын
Those of us that have / had wifes that enjoy this activity as much as we do, are truly blessed!!
@alexdetrojan45343 жыл бұрын
One of your better trips Jon. Your videography continues to improve. I was wondering why you now favor kayak style paddles over your single paddle? Also, do you bring spares of any essential equipment such as an extra tarp? One thing I've noticed with your meals is that you go heavy on carbs and not so much proteins and fat it seems? Oh by the way, glad to see you're a LOTR fan...you do an excellent Gollum...I'm assuming your Amok is your 'precious' 😉 Thanks for doing these trips. I understand what you get out of them. And now that I'm too old to do this anymore, I can also vicariously relive my travels. Cheers.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate that Alex! Only started with the double blade last fall but it's been a game-changer. I have a chronic wrist problem and the inherent twisting of the wrist of a correction stroke with a single blade was a constant source of pain for me. And my average paddling speed is much faster with the double blade so it's win-win. I can rarely afford the weight/bulk of spares so it's more so just accepting that I could have to cut a trip short or improvise if something happens, but over many hundreds of days of doing this I still haven't had any major issues :) And you're right about my diet out there...lotta room for improvement lol
@stephenbouchard80753 жыл бұрын
What a great video Jon. Your filming and editing skills are becoming top notch!!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Stephen!!
@aardverks159 Жыл бұрын
Yay! So happy to see those blueberries about 30 minutes in. My first canoe trip, more than 50 years ago, as a kid at camp, was in Temagami. And one of my fondest memories was winning our blueberry pancake contest there - a perfect flip, of a perfect golden pancake. And so, years later, whenever I made my kids pancakes at home, I would execute a flip out of the pan. And occasionally, it did not end up a mess on the floor. Ah, magical Temagami…and those blueberries.
@ScottOut-n-About3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Some unintended comedy gold at 7:37 LOL!!! I couldn’t stop chuckling.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
LOL 😝 Thanks Scott!
@godenver3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Loved the LOTR montage. Perfect for the current situation of the world. Your videos always bring me peace. I can't wait to see your trip with Erin. Keep up the great work. Have a wonderful week!
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Very much appreciated Tanner! Such an amazing scene...almost always applicable to something in the world but it seems now more than ever. You too!
@colemeachem48693 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel a few days ago And already watched 4 videos. You guys are amazing! I wanna get more in to canoeing next year. I bought an old 16’ alumacraft to practice on before I set out in northern Saskatchewan on the Churchill system. I noticed you guys do lots of reading. Have you ever read Paddle to the Amazon? It’s a great read and a crazy adventure! Keep up the awesome videos.
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Cole! Excellent purchase....my first canoe was the best thing I ever bought. And that is a fantastic read, I was enthralled. Just crazy
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@MrBangbangjim Жыл бұрын
We, who love this big ball of dirt we live on, sure do appreciate you and Erin Jon. Thank you.
@LostLakes Жыл бұрын
💚💚
@davidmoore99453 жыл бұрын
I think my favorite videos of yours are the solo trips. You, communing with your environment while talking to viewers seems a lot more raw. I hope you do more if the solo trip videos like this one….it was excellent.
@babboquintale75253 жыл бұрын
Great adventure Jon, thank you. I think you had a good idea in making it one full movie rather than into episodes. Where next?
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you BQ! The next trip is the Missisagi River in northern Ontario but the next vid is the Slate Islands on Lake Superior. Both with Erin :D
@babboquintale75253 жыл бұрын
@@LostLakes both trips look amazing. Lake Superior just keeps on giving!
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@scottwhite73203 жыл бұрын
Jon awesome video!!!! It's definitely one of your best and I love that it's a longer video. I'm wondering if you have set up some sort of pay pal account for donations? I know you have said in the past it wasn't something you wanted to do but I would be interested to show some of my appreciation for the amount of enjoyment I get from watching your adventures and I'm sure there are many other people who feel the same way :)
@LostLakes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Scott!!! 💚 Started a Buy us a Coffee which is in the vid description, just don't wanna force it down people's throat so I haven't mentioned it :)
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