As an indigenous person from Hazelton B.C. who now lives in Southern Ontario, Foresty catches the beauty of B.C. in a way that seems like I'm back home, right there, where I can literally smell the cedar, campfire smoke, the crisp mountain air that has its own unique scent.......thanks Foresty for bringing Home to me every week 1500+km away! B.❤️C.

That puppy has a crazy amount of energy. She climbs a mountain and still has the energy to play with sticks & snow, cross creeks and do it all again the next day.

10 seconds into this video and I'm already loving the commentary & drone footage. I wouldn't hate a forest forest 30+ minute documentary!

Rocko growling at the tree stump 😂😂. Can she get any more adorable??

This is what make Foresty such a legend. The drone footage with the music takes me right there!

Thanks for showing this. I have been on both sides of the timber and wilderness story in the US. Sawmills have fed me and wilderness is part of my soul. I currently work to protect my local roadless and unprotected wild places. There is no free lunch.

Foresty is the Man! Thanks for all you do for us who can’t hike! You Rock!

I personally believe you get the most beautiful shots out of any vanlife youtuber!

Can’t believe how muscled up Rocco is. Built like the proverbial brick out house!!!!

Every shot of Rocko puts an instant smile on my face. 🥰

The puppy has incredible endurance. What perfect hiking partners! The water crossing looked scarier than it was, I'm sure. I was afraid Rocko would get swept away.

I love that you keep Rocko's summit tally too. Both you and Rocko are machines!

Your videos inspire me! They take me away from the day to day sadness in life. We all just want to escape, you had the courage to do so. God bless.

I appreciate the work that goes into something like this and genuinely thank you for sharing.

I’m digging the uniqueness of these recent videos. Keep it up.

I admire your freedom , love of nature and the outdoors , We are so privileged you share your adventures and knowledge of your backyard/home/where you choose to live. You truly inspire me.

Many skills this man has. They make for an interesting and enjoyable watch. The only downside is when the video is over and you realize what his life is compared to yours. Well, these vids are also inspirational. It's all up to us if we want to do a little less watching and a little more doing. Preach on, Foresty!

"To see things how nature designed it". You two are the Batman and Robin of adventure in the high plateau.

You inspired me forest be safe on your travels I hope your rib heal soon

This video was so soothing to watch while staying cool in the 35 degree Ontario heat, having a beer, listening to the water flow and looking at the incredible shots of the mountains... best 17 min of my day!

I love when you talk to us. You don't say much, but when you talk, you say a lot.

In 1992 they logged behind my cabin, when ever I take guests out on my quads I stop in this area. Today the trees are 30 feet high and it’s nothing but beauty. Forestry works.

Funny with Rocco barking up the rolling log :-)

I just adore Jack Russell’s. Such a fun, energetic dog in a small package.

The back country of Canada is unparalleled in its beauty. Yes..."Let's hope to keep some of those places intact." Thank you for taking us to places where only angels trek. Simply amazing.

I said it before and I'll say it again. Canada should be paying up because you are best suited to show off your beautiful country. All the best to you and rocko.

Rocko Cam has just become my favorite thing about this channel

Back to the good old days of Foresty whipping out his gigantic meat and giving it a good rub... ...but also showing us how far he's come. There's a one-man Attenborough production crew in you itching to get out, hope you get to realise it.

Very interesting intro commentary there Mr Forest, I like the diplomacy. Top notch video, great work!

Little Miss Rocko is living her best life with you. It's the sweetest thing 💗

I have no idea how you have so much energy. Christ, you literally walked up an entire mountain, through knee high snow.

The Rocko cam never disappoints.

The Land of Canada is probably only seen in such an amazing vista as with Foresty's footage.

I came across your channel just after u got rocko. I have a jack and have had several over my life. Watching rocko grow and flourish is just wonderful. The scenery is just beautiful. U r living the dream. Wish I’d done a van life with a dog when I was younger. Making the videos is such an important documentation of the environment and life. Love watching (especially rocko, lol).

We know it may be a pain but more Rocko Cam time ! Great Video. Thank you.

Rocko is the spitting image of my now 10 y/o male Jack Russel that I've had since puppy, both character and looks. The bullying when he hadn't had enough physical activity is so recognizable and was adorable when he was young, now that he's old he'll just be a bit grumpy until he's had a go with the ball. Luckily h'es obsessed with his football (or soccer for across the pond) which will tire him out quite effectively. The recharging station usually is a water bowl after which he'll be good to go 5 minutes after. Truly absurd stamina even at his age. I always tell people that they're essentially just working dogs in a much smaller package and fully agree with you that she'd tear the house down to the foundation if left alone with a 9-5 office schedule. Honestly in retrospect to me the golden age was when he turned 5 and mellowed down a bit, started listening and obeying to most commands: that's when the real bonding really began. Really amazing dogs if brought up well (which you seem to be doing an absolutely killer job of). Keep up the great videos Foresty

You take me out to the Wild where I can no longer go. Thankyou for sharing your journey. It warms my Soul

loved that intro. nothing you do comes off as preachy or influencer-esk. very genuine content. safe travels

I love how you stay true to van life in the back country. Beautiful drone scenery

I'm :55 seconds in and I love the way you've summed up your feelings on forestry. I'd take a Forestry Forest TED talk on Forestry.

Great video again, Rocco is a great addition to channel. Thanks for taking us along on the journey.

I’ve seen Canada coast to coast countless times as a former trucker, but if it wasn’t for the adventures of Rocco and Foresty, I’d never see this part of our nation, thank you so much!!!! Can’t wait for another video

Love sharing your beautiful landscapes with us through your great photography!

Rocko summit 13! Got to be a world record. Go Rocko go!

Just stunning scenery. Rocko does steal the show though haha 😄

Foresty you are the Real Deal! Your bushwhacking; your snow climbing; your drone footage; your cooking; not to mention Rocko mountain climbing as well..I could watch an hour long episode! Truly amazing!!🌹

Your videos really helped me get over my mild Covid case, isolated from my family. Felt like I had a friend! All the best to you and Rocco. Stay safe and keep hiking.

"A large chunk of meat that needs to be rubbed" Foresty Forest 2022

Re: the snow... I was in that area about a week ago. Even a couple of days ago, the province was saying that snow pack in some parts of the kootenays was over 200% of normal for the time of year.

A tired Jack Russell is a good Jack Russell. We can count on Rocko to make sure the hiking videos keep coming. Awesome drone footage!

I like the camera on the back of the dog. Actually a Rocko Forest channel where we just see hikes from her perspective would be incredible.

What an amazing gift you have: for knowing what you're doing and for explaining it to the layman. Thank you so much. Gorgeous dronework, too.

Nothing wrong with the opening commentary, balanced. Always room for improving the way resources are used. I remember the term "working forests" coming into the political discussion on policy in BC. It is apt. Now if we could only get first dibs on the good , straight , stuff before it gets shipped south.

Great video as always. Hope your ribs are OK dude!

Nature is amazing if you take the time to look. Thanks for giving us a look at areas that we might never see. Really appreciate the nature that you add to our life

Here I found myself cheering for Rococo crossing that river! You certainly have the video editing down, great job once again!

The universe will repay you for your kindness and caring of Nature brother. Also, Rocko cam footage is epic! Great video yet again, thanks 👏🏼

Thank you for this video, and for the beautiful and breathtaking drone fotage.

BC is definately blessed and we appreciate all you share with us !! Unparalleled indeed !

The magnificent ears of Rocko! ❣️🏆❣️

Love your videos. I thought I was fairly fit but seeing you climb that mountain made me realise I need to improve. We only have tiny mountains in Great Britain so I’ll have to come to Canada to climb real mountains. Love the camera on your dog and what a tough little dog. Hope you’re ok after injuring yourself. Hopefully not a cracked rib.

The two of you make great hiking partners. Thank you for your videos.

Epic scenery, as always. Those heights and the steep places, holding my breath. Thanks so much for showing us the beauty we wouldn't otherwise see. I had to re-watch Rocco and the log a few times. Ha, that was great! Campfire ribs, yum!

Your filmography and narration has taken a step up ! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!

Man I'll always be impressed with the footage quality and the way you film things. Excellent vid once again

I had a Beagle/terrier mix that looked just like Rocco. I agree they need to get out everyday. Thankfully we live on 5 acres & surrounded by bush so he had plenty of wildlife to keep him busy. He’d spend all day everyday outside. We lost him in 2017… RIP Johnny. He had a great life… I really enjoy watching you with Rocco. Brings back good memories. 🇨🇦👍🏽

😳😲 those opening shots though!! ‼️💯❤️💃🏻🚐💨 Your commentary on being a good land steward fills my heart up, thanks for doing your part. ROCKO!! 🐾🖤🔥🍻

I have to keep remembering if I'm watching the video, you and Rako are safe. Great views.

The dog barking at the log was great 😊 🪵 🐶

I think I say it every time I watch one of your videos... You're a bit insane! 🤣 In a good way. I am blown away at the amazing landscapes you get to explore. Thank you for sharing your treks (and heart) with us! And love Rocko!

I came out to BC over 30 yrs ago to visit my brother. After being in the backcountry for 3 days I decided to move here. No regrets. All these years and I still find new places to explore. ❤

Beautiful video. It has everything. Your little co-star is brilliant as usual. ❤️

You have it exactly right, Foresty. There are pros a cons to both a National Forest and a National Park. I'm partial to National Parks, but as long as a National Forest is being maintained properly and conservatively, I don't have any objection to those, either.

The realest van lifer there is, got everything i could ever want and need but this man makes me jealous asf lol been eyeing a van up for a while now and this guy is the inspiration.

LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!! Roco cam hit a fallen tree, BUT she move back off to the left and rolling again!!!!!!! Love the little parts of the cam your putting dude!!!!!! BE SAFE U2!!!!

That picture of Rocko standing up on the limb was so cool!!! And I agree with everything you said!!! I didn't think it sounded like preaching at all....its the truth!!👍

Beautiful opening footage & commentary. Brought tears to my eyes. Glad the drone is okay. And those morels. Wow!!! Sending you & Rocko lots of hugs and love ❤️❤️

Keep them coming dude! We can't get enough! Go Rocko Go! Appreciate the time, as always dude!

1. You film incredibly beautiful footage. 2. When you first started preparing the ribs and Rocko was beside you I thought OMG she's gotten huge! Until I remembered she's a Jack Russell and was standing on the bed. LOL would be a very tall JR! 3. Don't push yourself too hard. Remember, we're easily amused 😆

NICE! Iam on Ward Mountain near Ely. No grand adventure only attempting to be comfortable in the summer heat. The landscape is majestic however.

Wow, mad respect for you brother. amazing cinematography! Luv the Rocko cam, that is awesome!

I love your videos and channel. Please don’t change anything! What you do is so awesome. So many travel and minimalist channels have sadly become commercial channels. Too many reviews and promotions. I’m so happy and appreciative of what you do.

This guy got my big respect when I saw his video when he was building his van during the cold Alberta winter and yet he was building it on various parking lots - no garage or a warehouse !

Another great adventure! Great food, awesome hiking and the Rocko cam work!! She’s a beast!!

Your drone footage just keeps getting better! And yeah more Rocko cam please I love it cheers bud

I would love to see a "replacement planting" where they plant similar trees like they take out, and rotate in a longer visioned plan than just dropping pine everywhere like we tend to see in the lower 48 of the US.

That's exactly how we used to cook our morels when I was a kid.

Beautiful footage… loving the 4K content

Appreciate your perspective on this, a very nuanced topic. Cheers! 🍺🍕

THANK YOU for keeping it real at 2 minutes in....! :D I kind of wish they'd leave a few trees sparsely inside the clear cut areas but I get it. Being a furniture builder I went down the rabbit hole on the "responsible forestry" thing - A lot more trees are planted these days than we hear about and forests/wood is a renewable resource when managed properly (which doesn't mean the government has to get involved), something most companies are aware of and practice as they want to continue to come back to areas where cutting had taken place decades earlier - We lose so much of our forests to fires as it is which makes no sense what-so-ever - Better to go in and selectively cut and clear on the regular. Even the ancient native populations managed their areas in this way as they were 100% aware of forest fires.... Love your content, man - You're still my favorite KZfaqr

Oh to have the energy of a young pup.Rock on Rocko.🐶

The Adventures of Rocco. I can't believe how perfect she is for you and your lifestyle.

I too thought the intro was great. A lot of good points about how to handle our access to nature. Super drone footage as usual.

Im lovin the recent uploads dude, i live in invermere and its great to see people getting out into this amazing country! keep up the amazing work!

Roccko is a trooper, lucky dog and a she's a great companion. Love your drone shots.

I have always enjoyed your videos but honestly Rocko is the star now. She is just so cute and has so much energy! I always knew JRT were super energetic and she proves it.

Electric, construction, sewing, video..your skills are infinite. The way you pulled off that membrane on the ribs was done better than many chefs or bbq pit masters I've seen!

Foresty you’re such a legend 🤩 and I’m loving Rockocam 🐶

I really enjoyed that intro foresty. You should do more of them.. History of the location you are in.. blah blah.. put it all together. Think it would make some really good content. Thanks again, I used to live in BC. My second home, really miss it. Beautiful peaceful place.

It's been a rough spring in the Kootenay's weather wise. So much rain!