Tent Camping in Grizzly Country | Glacier National Park

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3 жыл бұрын

Woah, has it really been a month already?? I've been out hiking, camping and living the van life...and doing my best to escape wildfire smoke and heat waves. Here’s what summer in Montana has been like, grizzly bears included. Spoiler alert - Montana is ridiculously beautiful.
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Hey :) I’m Christian Schaffer, and I’ve lived on the road full-time since May 2018. This journey began in 2013 when I left the corporate world to build my career as an outdoor adventure & travel photographer. As a semi-minimalist, I eventually decided to donate/sell most of my belongings and move into my 4x4 Nissan Xterra. After 14 months of SUV living and falling madly in love with the open road - I bought a van and hired a team to build it out. Van life enables me to experience and document the beauty of our natural world on a whole new level, all while having my home and office nearby. My hope is that by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey, you might be inspired to hit the road or spend more time outdoors. Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road 🚐
*My van is a 2019 Ram ProMaster 1500 High Roof, 136" WB with 29K miles*
#hiking #backpacking #grizzlybear

Пікірлер: 581

@TonyGouge 3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't worry too much about feeding the "KZfaq Monster". Do what you do. Post when you can. While I, and I'm sure others, would love to hear from you more often, it does make it more precious when we do hear from you. Cheers!

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you 🙏🏻

@AdrienneLawrence1 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking.

@propertystylinguk 3 жыл бұрын

Christian Watching this video This Morning U in the mountains and camping makes me evaluate life.. I'm not getting any younger.. it's always a joy watching your posts / videos God bless you keep up the good work x

@michaellewis81 3 жыл бұрын

Christian, thanks so much for taking such beautiful footage of Glacier N.P.!! I've seen most of the parks and trails in the western states except for this one. You made me feel like I was there with you all. 💛

@dagarr11 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching it again. Can't wait for more. My Beautiful Lady.

@billvanarsdale 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 70. It took me decades to acquire the wisdom to “go with the flow” and recognize the serendipity and synchronicities that come with this mindset. Keep it up! Think less, flow more.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻

@wild_childofthe80s 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely!! x x

@wild_childofthe80s 3 жыл бұрын

@O K indeed :( x x

@paulryan2128 3 жыл бұрын

@O K " Unfortunately, you only get one chance in life." Au contraire mon ami! A human life's interactions affords *many, many* chances - to live, love, laugh and be happy, as the song goes. Just try it!

@tallll70 2 жыл бұрын

@O K you are most of the time always in some power to change it... even if it means to make unpopular choices, because yes, you live only once if that is what you meant, more choices usually come by, but we feel helpless to grab them, that's where the harder choices should happen... i personally didn't make the best choices for my life, but ain't the worst

@kraigkline4375 3 жыл бұрын

When you find yourself camping in bear country, please keep a small bottle of ammonia with you. Put a couple small plastic containers of ammonia on the down wind side of your camp. Bears always come in from the down wind side so they can smell what they are walking into. If the first thing they smell is ammonia, they are not gonna visit you :)

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Never knew that! Thanks for the tip :)

@hemisuperzee1287 3 жыл бұрын

wow, great idea

@iwaswrongabouteveryhthing 3 жыл бұрын

What if the wind changes direction, you gonna pour ammonia everywhere then clean it up each day?

@kraigkline4375 3 жыл бұрын

@@iwaswrongabouteveryhthing NO... you get off your butt and go move the ammonia dishes. Stop being a critic when this could save your life.

@iwaswrongabouteveryhthing 3 жыл бұрын

@@kraigkline4375 really? Get off my butt? Dude you don't know who you are talking to, Take care

@SFlaidlaw101 3 жыл бұрын

"Time is funny like that, it just kind of fades when you are on the road. " Beautifully said. 💕

@nicovanzyl1979 2 жыл бұрын

Nico😘💕

@alieneiasillo7148 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much…because of you I get to see things I would never ever be able to see….thank you for sharing…it is beautiful.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

It’s comments like yours that make filming worth it for me 🙏🏻

@douglasfalkenburg5560 2 жыл бұрын

Christian you are an amazing inspiration. You keep me motivated. Although I am old, I have been arranging my life now for the past three years to leave it all behind and hit the open road. Your videos keep me focused on the reality of that journey and keep me pushing for the day when the possessions are gone, the goodbyes have been said, and the wheels on the Airstream start rolling. The life you have chosen is not easy but the humanness you put into these videos makes and keeps it real for those of us waiting to follow in your footsteps.

@stevecrombie5357 3 жыл бұрын

So to start the video you listed a whole of things important to you. We belong way down that list. That's why I am always so grateful when you post a video for us. We are blessed to see the things you share with us. Thank you very much. Stay safe.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you, Steve 🙏🏻 You always take time to comment and are endlessly supportive 😊

@History_Coffee 3 жыл бұрын

Glacier national park was originally the homeland of the Blackfeet confederacy, they have a story about every feature of the land it's pretty cool.

@paulanoga4997 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you share these places. It's the only way a lot of us would ever see them. And they are so beautiful.

@analogkid28 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking us along. And, I agree with the other commenter…do your thing. KZfaq can wait. Live and love life ❤️

@kencornwell 3 жыл бұрын

The colors are so vibrant. So cool how mountains change colors throughout the days. Good times with good friends. 👍

@SFlaidlaw101 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh you are such an angel! I can relate to taking longer than expected on something that you LOVE. But when you're done, you sit back and see the beauty of your creation. Thanks for being so inspiring. 💕

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the love 💕

@devildog7602 3 жыл бұрын

That shot at 10:47 of the 5 30am sunrise was beautiful! You do a great job vlogging Christian.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Always learning 🤓

@MyBucketListDay 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a lot of your videos, and this one by far is the best. Great views, awesome hike, and it looks like great friends. Life doesn’t get any better. I’ve spent many years doing what you’re doing now, enjoy it all you can while you can.

@LarryManiccia 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like you guys had a great trip. Good weather and even better scenery. Those views were just incredible! Makes all the miles worth it.

@TheKelvala 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. The colors of the rocks, the clarity of the water and the scenery is just breathtaking. I cannot imagine the "recharge" you must feel going into that water. Such a beautiful life.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David 🙏🏻 So many beautiful views out there

@tonykirk1966 3 жыл бұрын

We do live on such a beautiful planet. Thank you for taking the time to share 😘

@bellablu66 2 жыл бұрын

I found your videos a few weeks ago and just LOVE how raw they are. Just be YOURSELF because you make it very enjoyable to watch. The stunning scenery, places you go to and share are FABTABULOUS, so thank you soooooo much!! I live in Alaska, so it's very very hard to top our BEAUTIFUL STATE, LOL Montana is very close in scenery, and BEARS! I am happy to see you travel with others on these hikes and Camp trips. 🏕 Knowledge is power , safety is first and foremost, especially in wildlife country. Stay safe, vlog at whatever pace is comfortable for you. It's so worth waiting to see way beautiful places you've captured next!! If what you love starts to become stressful, then it won't be a love for much longer, you're doing an amazing job and your content is 💯 . Til your next adventure, be well!! Blessings to you and your friends ❤💛

@ChristianSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын

❤️

@tammyj.4663 3 жыл бұрын

I live through your videos! In January I injured myself and have been unable to even sit in a car for more than 15 minutes so traveling is limited. Whether you post your videos weekly or every few months they are all greatly appreciated. Your videos make me feel like I’m also there seeing the beautiful scenery. Thank you Christian!

@davidwayne9982 2 жыл бұрын

The days just disappear?? Honey , wait til your'e in your 50s and 60s. I'm 65 and it seems like i just got out of highschool a couple years ago... like I've MISSED my whole life-- and I have to tell you- you are SO gorgeous.. (energy beautiful too.... there is a sweetness and glow that is just wonderful).. I pray you do well- and are always safe.. THANK you for the beautiful photos, videos. etc.. You have shared the world so much with the rest of us.

@mztwixed 2 жыл бұрын

This so inspires me. Thank you, Ms. Schaffer, for sharing your unique perspectives on the world. Invaluable. Truly. God bless your journies.

@geoffreylitz1477 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoy your posts. Your videos are gorgeous, relaxing and uplifting. You enable me to see places I would never see otherwise. Thank you so much. Take care and God bless.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

You made my day! Thank you for watching, so happy you enjoy these 😊

@UmeshPerera Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Christian, always enjoy your video’s , thank you, 🙏❤️☺️

@jase992 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if it is intended, rehearsed, or natural but at times, and overall, your voice is poetic. Your brief reflection on time and memories evoked emotion and inspiration. Well done!

@harutanaka3647 Жыл бұрын

Just beautiful !

@nivs2294 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning !

@mj7791 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video. The slow motion the music and of course the scenery.

@cskvision 2 жыл бұрын

Spectacular from start to finish! Brought back memories of many summers camping in Montana as a kid

@AndrewKumler 3 жыл бұрын

What beautiful country, and fun times spent with friends. Thanks for sharing, makes me want to get my pack out and hit the trails.

@judyclark8653 Жыл бұрын

My favorite part of this video was the quiet scene at 5:15am with the dawn chorus of birdsong - no music, just birds. Would love more of just natural sounds and quiet. Beautiful!

@ChristianSchaffer Жыл бұрын

I love those sounds, too ☺️

@TheLawnShark 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always so visually stunning! Thanks for sharing! Keep them coming!

@JamesBond-vg6wz 3 жыл бұрын

I can relate to that.Mess is stress.Post when u want to,its always worth the wait.Take care out there 🤎🐿

@andreabontempo643 2 жыл бұрын

That water is amazing!Such beauty there. I have never been. Thanks for the beauty in your photography

@pierre-lucdore120 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey, I'm always happy to see your new videos

@ejames6431 2 жыл бұрын

Fun to watch for sure!

@micheal5936 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, spectacular footage. Living your best life, home is wherever your at!

@Read-this-comment 2 жыл бұрын

Astonishing ♥️♥️♥️

@occhimoore 3 жыл бұрын

The views are breathtaking! thank you for sharing them with us 🤍

@yvonnecrossen-gruebele675 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Thank you!!!!

@moses777exodus 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing scenery. Glad you all had an enjoyable adventure. Safe travels and best wishes always.

@jorgevelasquez9955 2 жыл бұрын

Another WOW!

@larryhunter8245 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always worth the wait!

@ChristianSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you 🤓

@juanitasellshouses 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! When you do post, your content is wonderful! This was soo amazing! Now I see why many say Glacier is the most beautiful park they visited. Thanks for sharing every moment, even the messy van stuff. :)

@LukeGeeTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Life is about enjoyment! Enjoy when you can and share when you feel like it! Everyone loves a good nature video, safe travels!

@LaCapla 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful scenery, thanks for sharing Christian.

@russianaloha4576 2 жыл бұрын

Its SO BEAUTIFUL there! What a life! Thanks for the video!! ❤

@michaelshipes8901 2 жыл бұрын

My wife of just three years died a few months ago and getting out of this grief mode has been huge leap, not yet achieved - BUT all that to say that your Colorado hike with friends had just enough beauty and comradery to it, to lift me away for a bit and take me to a place that maybe offers a doorway out of this self pity hole that I'm in. Thank you for sharing those beautiful mountains and hills, trails and lakes.

@ChristianSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing that 🙏🏻 Sending you love

@rasmuspedersen3563 2 жыл бұрын

I feel you Michael... I also recently lost my GF I have been with for almost 4 years. We broke up peacefully so not exactly the same loss as you at all but still... So im also watching hundreds of these outdoor vids actually considering moving to northern sweden and just stay there forever. I wish u a good life mate...🙏

@Kat-n-Ollie Жыл бұрын

What a fun and beautiful,trip. I enjoyed it so much. Hanks your for the beautiful sunrise and sunset content. It was so beautiful. Much love. ❤️♥️

@avicohen2k 2 жыл бұрын

Like how honest you are about the importance of a proper toilet and its daily visit 😂

@ilndboy7 3 жыл бұрын

that is awesome, thank you Christian !

@alanmurakami4837 3 жыл бұрын

The views from your campsite was amazing and seemingly worth that long hike!

@bitminerbob6731 3 жыл бұрын

Simply stunning scenery!!

@Pat10Ireland 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Love seeing the lesser known parts of Glacier!

@dizzyk54 3 жыл бұрын

So beautiful!! Thanks for sharing! 💓

@robp3431 3 жыл бұрын

What an awesome adventure, most spectacular nature !

@richardingle7540 3 жыл бұрын

What a really great group of friends you have , fireside time looked and cooking looked cool . The shots of the waterfalls and that clear blue glacial water were amazing , thank you for a really great video , seeing all that wild beauty really cheered me up 👍👌😊🤗

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it ☺️

@shawnpdempsey 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful scenery! Glacier National Park is definitely on my bucket list. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best parks imo ☺️

@got2flynow 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like procrastination. I understand. I'm a life-long member, but I haven't turned in my membership registration yet. 😉😂 It's hard to break away from Ms. Adventure when she is staring you in the face... and you certainly CAN'T keep her waiting. Don't worry about all these KZfaqr's... we'll still be here when you get back. - Mitch ⛵✌

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good vibes, Mitch 😊🙌🏼

@CoryBurke 2 жыл бұрын

This was a beautifully shot video... Loved the outdoor shots so much. Thanks for putting this one together!

@amadorpozoespinosa2130 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing such views! loving it

@kr639 2 жыл бұрын

Freaking AMAZING by that waterfall. WOW

@roberts.english2865 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are breathtaking, thank you so much for sharing!

@shannonpuckett6604 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your adventures!! Makes me feel as if I’m there.✌️

@JuicyFruityify 2 жыл бұрын

You captured the hell out of that lake and mountain. Wow.

@tomriley5790 2 жыл бұрын

Wow gorgeous! Lovely to see your videos when they arrive - just nice to see what you want to share no need to feel any pressure to produce anything, thank you for sharing what you do - absolutely fabulous scenery in this one :-)!

@clemence_bgt 3 жыл бұрын

Wow the landscapes are STUNNING!!! This video makes me want to go hiking! Once again I love your video!

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@lewisgordon1490 Жыл бұрын

SO MUCH gorgeous footage 😃

@Rackelhane 3 жыл бұрын

What else do you need? Ginclear waters..mountains..friends and flyfishing..The video is fantastic!! ❤

@mtnbiker15d2 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video!! Glacier never disappoints in serenity and scenery. Good looking Grizz🐾🐻

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It's such a beautiful place 😊

@Curiousaboutstuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration. Glacier is my favorite place in the U.S. Going back this winter to see the Northern Lights.

@mikewilliams7519 3 жыл бұрын

Another beautiful piece, thank you

@dagarr11 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos. Stay Safe. Can't wait for the next one.

@jameslichliter7267 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and very inspiring. Definitely makes me want to get out and explore our country. Thanks!!

@chrisbeere2117 3 жыл бұрын

Watching that made me feel relaxed.

@davemerrill1477 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Currently sitting in my van just outside Glacier, re-watching this video, trying to decide what hike I’ll be doing in the morning.

@maartenbaas9044 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing this. What a beautifull scenery!

@WayneMoran 2 жыл бұрын

We had such an amazingly fabulous time here.... love this....

@servus47 3 жыл бұрын

What a cool adventure. Thank you for sharing ❤️

@pcwizardstech 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the waterfall at 4:28. The entire video is full of gorgeous scenery. Well done. Looks like a lot of fun was had. Fan from Cincinnati.

@lawrencegleason4666 3 жыл бұрын

Fun video. Thanks for uploading. Some great photography and great scenes. Familiar scenes! I've spent a lot of time in that park.

@thinkplanetearth2946 3 жыл бұрын

So worth the wait Christian. You captured so much beauty and majesty. I live in NYC and fear I may never get to see something like this, but I like to know these places still exist. So I always look forward to your captures. I also loved your editing and choice of music in this one. In particular, my personal favorite was the music that started at 3:53 that segued into the waterfall capture in slow motion. The combination of that music with the water just rushing down was truly captivating. It was trancelike. I rewound and watched it several times. You used the same music again at 13:28 and it segued into the slow motion scene of you all running into the lake. Just wonderful. Thank you for sharing.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

That’s my favorite part too ☺️ thanks for the love!

@GraceGAB 3 жыл бұрын

Heaven on earth..... Montana breathtaking

@abeandmel 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome trip! I agree that the days somehow just go by so quickly. theres just so much to explore out here!

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

You're out there making the most of each day 😉🚐🙌🏼

@mariomarez2223 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how I missed this until now! Glacier is on my bucket list. Absolutely beautiful content!!!

@ChristianSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful state 🥲

@pm1104 3 жыл бұрын

What a great hike …..the scenery was amazing…..!

@tsbasran Жыл бұрын

These videos are really well made and incredibly addictive to watch (in a good way). Nice work!

@IanSmithFotografi 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely film Christian… really told the story of the adventure

@StephsHealthMatters 3 жыл бұрын

Your editing is amazing. This video was amazing and I hope you enjoyed this trip as much as it appears in the video. Gorgeous!

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕

@VTDivot 3 жыл бұрын

As usual your eye is amazing. The reflection shots are great, but that underwater colorful river rock is perfectly captured

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the love 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@transformingseeds754 11 ай бұрын

Glacier is a place that seems to always be calling to me. I miss the times that I’ve spent there and the people I’ve met there who have contributed so much to my life.

@tiffanygoolsby 3 жыл бұрын

This video is so beautiful. I love how you captured this trip.

@ChristianSchaffer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@dantre72 3 жыл бұрын

The Glacier NP is so beautiful! Have a visit it once too. Thanks for sharing all these moments of your roadlife! Greetings from Switzerland 🙌

@kctyphoon 3 жыл бұрын

Movie quality videos. Absolutely amazing. This is like watching a documentary mini series.

@cmorr72 3 жыл бұрын

slice of heaven right there. thank you for sharing.

@ebptube 2 жыл бұрын

Danish I am, living in northern Sweden since 44 years. But I did visit Glacier National Park in 1976 when doing a US round trip over the the summer months in an old car bought on Long Island. So happy to revisit through your talented camera eye.

@ChristianSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын

I bet it was an especially beautiful experience back then without all the crowds 🍃