Cool! I made the Washington Park Zoo sign about 12 years ago!
@michaelbroyer391811 күн бұрын
Nice video. I would have spent the night at the Pines right above Lion's Head. Great narration.
@whistlepigАй бұрын
Excellent writing, editing, and cinematography!
@beyondthecampfireАй бұрын
Thanks! I really like your Art Loeb video. I just subbed so I can check out more of your stuff!
@arundawadi1642Ай бұрын
Hy, just a curiosity, Are these all campsites 🏕️ are free ?? You just go there and ground the tent ⛺️??
@beyondthecampfireАй бұрын
Yes and yes! As long as you stay within National Forest boundaries, you can camp almost anywhere at no fee.
@BethKnox32Ай бұрын
I’m nervous about bears there any advice
@JreinspiriedАй бұрын
Started kayaking on the green river i love how poetic this video is..well done
@janetgifford743Ай бұрын
That sound...... yep that's what it sounds like on my back porch tonight here in northern KY. Complete with the Owl.
@beyondthecampfireАй бұрын
It's lovely, isn't it? I've been enjoying the katydids the last few evenings myself.
@20cameron1Ай бұрын
The best hiking video. No narration, beautiful scenery, and it makes we want to live in a cabin overlooking the mountain peaks.
@oldunionАй бұрын
great vid as always. I did get super confused initially when you cut from tent to hammock. lol
@saksham_dwarf2 ай бұрын
MASTERPIECE
@FirstHandExplore2 ай бұрын
I always find your videos refreshing. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos and sharing.
@isabelladavis13632 ай бұрын
One of the most beautiful places on earth “whippoorwills with a Georgia accent” always have loved this place … thank you for sharing our Georgia beauty❤️
@tone50522 ай бұрын
Love your videos!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate the support.
@amycoghill14132 ай бұрын
I went back and watched this again this morning to see if I felt the same peace while watching it on a Monday morning as I did on a Sunday afternoon and I absolutely did. I am so glad you had this time to reset and think of lovely memories like exploring as a kid in your grandparent’s backyard. I love the shot of you sitting in the tent. I was recently reminded how nice it is to enjoy the pleasures of camp and I’m so glad you were able to do that on this trip. As always, thank you for sharing another amazing video and allowing me to experience your adventures through your eyes. 💜
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
I'm glad this could help you feel some peace on a Monday morning that will probably be anything but peaceful. It was so good to be reminded how it feels to sit at camp for half a day and not have anything to do. I forget about that sometimes during those long days of hiking. We need to do it more often! There were a lot of good reminders on this trip. I'm glad you enjoyed it and didn't mind screening it. 😉❤
@HeatherKolb-b5o2 ай бұрын
I’ve been looking forward to seeing this since we met in the parking lot. Well done! Another successful adventure!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Oh hey! It was nice meeting you in the parking lot! Thanks for checking out the video and for the tips on the birds. It turned out to be a great bird day.
@peaks.and.paddles2 ай бұрын
You do such a wonderful job with your narration and the use of different shots to tell a great story. Well done!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Thank you! That means a lot. I appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts.
@synnn6362 ай бұрын
Hiked up to cold mountain a few weeks ago as my first hike ever, me and buddy planned on going to black balsam knob but we didn’t have a lot of time and some people on the trail told us cold mountain was better and much closer but I really regret not sticking with black balsam knob. Anyways, awesome video!
@OutdoorOperator2 ай бұрын
I enjoyed the Jack Kerouac references as well. Well done; keep making that art!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Thanks man! I can never decide how bookish to get in these videos, so I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the Kerouac stuff. You keep making that art too! I owe you a few comments one of these days 😉
@Smokeybeesnatural2 ай бұрын
🎶 Making art, making art today! 🎶 😅 Gotta love those little retreats. I enjoyed the Jack Kerouac references, and that moon shot..😍 Good job brother!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
I always sing to you guys when I'm on a solo trip 😂 I agree, sometimes we need these quick little overnighters, although right now I have my sights set on something a little bigger 😉 I'm glad you enjoyed the Kerouac stuff! I'm never sure how those tangents will be received, haha. Thanks for watching as always, brother!
@Smokeybeesnatural2 ай бұрын
@@beyondthecampfire your 2nd sentence... TWSS!!!!
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
I thought you might like that 😉@@Smokeybeesnatural
@Smokeybeesnatural2 ай бұрын
@@beyondthecampfire also what she said 🤣
@Smokeybeesnatural2 ай бұрын
FIRST
@dennisliming3662 ай бұрын
Outstanding video
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@bruceseaberg4782 ай бұрын
I grew up in Munising and had countless adventures on that beautiful island. Keep on Trekkin!
@MarvinFaktes2 ай бұрын
Subscribed. This was great. Hope everyone can check out my Dolly Sods adventure.
@wstewart55322 ай бұрын
How arduous was it? You didn’t show a lot of uphill but I’ve heard it’s very challenging?
@beyondthecampfire2 ай бұрын
Yes, it's challenging. A lot of the time I was too tired to shoot video during the uphill sections, haha. It's hard to quantify these things, but I'd say it's an 8/10 on my personal difficulty scale. Lots of elevation, lots of rocks, and water sources can be a bit scarce.
@Ray-hr9tb3 ай бұрын
I've hiked that trail three times. Two overnight and once straight through and I do not recall seeing the barn. Where exactly is that located?
@woodycarr3 ай бұрын
Really lovely video! Nice filming, editing, grading and narration. My first trip to the Virginia Highlands was December 1981. That was nearly 43 years ago. My last trip (and video) to that area was June 30, 2021, so almost 3 years ago. I must get back there soon. It's magical. Thanks for sharing your trip!
@tonysambar3 ай бұрын
Bobcat
@MaksimOutdoors3 ай бұрын
Just finished up a 3 day loop down at Dolly sods and needed to relive it in someway, glad I found your video it was by far the best one I’ve seen of the area, thanks for sharing, looking forward to putting my own out here soon
@beyondthecampfire3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! I'm glad I could help you relive your trip. The Sods is a special place. I'll keep an eye out for your video!
@woodycarr3 ай бұрын
I know it's two years later, but really enjoyed watching your video! Absolutely classic Dolly Sods weather. We took trips to Dolly Sods every Thanksgiving weekend or week after Christmas from about 1979 to 1984. The weather was completely unpredictable then as it was when you were there. I cherish the memories of those trips and your video took me back to those days. Thanks for sharing! 🏕
@beyondthecampfire3 ай бұрын
I always enjoy a comment on an older video, especially from a fellow appreciator of "bad" weather! Your Christmas trips sound like they are worth cherishing for a lifetime. I would have loved to see the Sods back then. I appreciate you taking the time watch and to share your thoughts. Take care!
@russpury3 ай бұрын
Beautiful narration
@beyondthecampfire3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@WanderingWaysOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Another superb adventure. Modern day John Muir and Ansel Adams, I swear. :)
@beyondthecampfire3 ай бұрын
You flatter me, my friend! Thank you for the kind words. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos!
@alexandragb84414 ай бұрын
Absolutely wonderful. Would you mind sharing your exact itinerary with campsites and water sources?
@beyondthecampfire4 ай бұрын
I apologize for how convoluted this is going to be, but here goes: DAY 1 Parked at Grindstone Campground. There's a backpacking lot there. Took the Mt. Rogers Trail, going left at the intersection and crossing the road I came in on. On the other side of the road, followed the Fairwood Valley Trail until it intersected the Lewis Fork Trail and crossed the road again. Used the Lewis Fork and Cliffside trails to climb the mountain. Eventually, at the top, reached the Crest Trail and the spine of the mountains. Made camp there. There is a signposted spring nearby. It's the one I'm walking toward at 10:15 in the video. DAY 2 Followed the Crest Trail east to the Scales (there are vault toilets here). From the Scales, took the Appalachian Trail south through the Little Wilson Creek Wilderness. This is a very wet area, and it's where I loaded up on water for the rest of the day. The AT eventually curves to the west and meets up with a mess of trails inside Grayson Highlands State Park. From there, I took either the AT or the Horse Trail north. There's a gate where you exit Grayson Highlands, and I camped somewhere nearby. DAY 3: Continued north using the AT and the Wilburn Ridge Trail. The Wilburn Ridge Trail is the one that takes you OVER the awesome rock formations. The AT goes AROUND them. Reached the AT/Crest Trail again once I finished the climb. There is a well-marked spring south of the AT/Crest Trail. I filled up here for the rest of the day. Took the AT west, past the very popular Thomas Knob shelter (which also has a spring and a privy). There's a spur trail to the summit of Mt. Rogers shortly beyond the shelter. I didn't take it on this trip, but it's a short climb to the summit of the highest peak in the state. There's no view from the top, though. Continued west on the AT until I came out in that huge bald. Camped there. Beware that it's in a gap and could be very windy and/or damp. DAY 4: Returned to the AT. Took it W/NW until it met the Mt. Rogers Trail. Turned right/N on the Mt. Rogers Trail and followed it down the mountain and back to the Grindstone Campground. And that's it! I regret not including a map sequence in the video. That would have made this a little easier, haha. Just know that water sources, good campsites, ponies, and shortcuts are all plentiful. It's a great place for backpacking.
@kenwbrenner4 ай бұрын
First time viewer - impressed with your excellent filming, scene composition, and scenery. I'm a long-time avid hiker, have done the first half of the AT, and enjoy hiking on other trails as well. Questions: 1. I saw you all carrying a bear vault container. Was that required in that area? 2. What size do you recommend for a 5-day or less backpacking trip? I'll take a look at your channel for more hiking videos. As info, I have documented my hikes of the first 1100 miles of the AT on my channel. You won't see as many videos since I started hiking the trail in 1992, before there were digital cameras. God Bless!
@beyondthecampfire4 ай бұрын
Thank you Ken! I appreciate the kind words, and I'm glad you're enjoying the channel. I'm going to check out yours as well. As to your questions: Yes, bear canisters are required for camping in the backcountry on the Art Loeb (although we didn't see any bears or bear sign, sadly!). I use a BearVault 450, and have packed up to 5 days' worth of food in it. It can be a tight squeeze. Sometimes I've had to repackage food, or leave the first day's food out of the canister, since I'll be eating it before it needs to be stored anyway.
@kenwbrenner4 ай бұрын
@@beyondthecampfire Thank you for taking the time to reply! You might find this somewhat funny, but I am restoring my old external frame pack (Jansport D3 4400 cu inch). I can see myself strapping the 450 to the top of my pack and strolling down the trail. Once the "restoration" is complete, I plan to load it up and see how it feels. I currently have an Osprey AG 70.
@murph67304 ай бұрын
Doing this next Month. How close are we to the Highlands Market near 7Springs? thinking it might be a good place to get a sandwich and any resupply.
@beyondthecampfire4 ай бұрын
The market is very close to the road crossing, from what I understand. We decided to skip it for some reason, but we were told that it was no more than half a mile from where the trail crosses County Line(?) Road. If I was doing the trail again, I'd definitely check it out.
@thelair38674 ай бұрын
Wish I had friends to do this with :/
@knicksfan465 ай бұрын
well done.
@MHenry4755 ай бұрын
Is this trail moderately difficult and / or do you feel it too much for an elderly person to attempt?
@beyondthecampfire5 ай бұрын
The trails vary in difficulty quite a bit. If you begin at Grayson Highlands State Park, I'd say the trails are easy to moderate. It's a relatively short hike from the state park up to the ridgeline and the nice views. If you start at the Grindstone campground (where I started in this video), the hike up to the ridge is fairly difficult. I'd recommend the state park.
@joyceravary39615 ай бұрын
Beautiful video, and narration, cousin! Just loved this!
@beyondthecampfire5 ай бұрын
Thank you Joyce! It makes me happy to know that you're enjoying these videos.
@danalynnmiller80805 ай бұрын
I just happened on this randomly. I have seen it on the TV before I subscribed and never got to comment on it! Such wonderful footage of one of my favorite places❤ I still remember when dad first to me for a day trip there before we were married 😂 And in his yellow Road Runner🎉 I've been there countless times and never tire of it. Of course we had to take our 3 children to experience it when they were young! You and Amy looked so at peace on that trip❤
@beyondthecampfire5 ай бұрын
Hocking Hills definitely has a special place in Miller Family Lore. I always think of you and Dad when I'm there. I still vaguely remember one of the trips we took there when I was a kid. I think we stayed at a KOA. This trip was probably the most relaxed I've ever been in my life. I still think about it all the time. Maybe I need to watch the video again...
@danalynnmiller80805 ай бұрын
@beyondthecampfire Yes we did stay at a KOA not mine nor dad's choice but we at least got a site in wilderness area. So, do you remember sitting down on the curb in the parking lot with shorts on when red ants started biting you and by the time I got to you you were half covered with them! I had to strip you down and dad poured water all over your backside and legs. That's why you always prepare for hikes through the outdoors. Had ointment to put on you too!!!
@oldunion5 ай бұрын
I did the Art Loeb back in 2021, great trail! Thanks for taking me back and great filming as always.
@ervinslens5 ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous scenery my friend. This looks and sounds amazing!
@amycoghill14135 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing another adventure. I enjoy experiencing your trips through your eyes. The colors were beautiful but the shots of the clouds blew my mind. It looked like you were in a plane. I am so glad you had another successful trip with the tribe. I will never get tired of seeing your adventures 💜
@mountainsintomemories5 ай бұрын
Looks like y’all were treated to some great fall foliage and scenery on this one! Thanks for taking us along!
@roselee_explores5 ай бұрын
Beautiful video & footage! 😎
@beyondthecampfire5 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@PopPopTN5 ай бұрын
Why is Samuel carrying an empty bear cannister?
@Smokeybeesnatural5 ай бұрын
Well done, my friend! I've been waiting for this installment for way too long! Is that what she said?! At first I was worried about the absence of your narration, but focusing on and ambient sound, proved to be a great choice! Of course, the bloopers are top notch! Even though, Samuel stole my Scooby Doo line LOL! That last one on the bridge was borderline Onlyfans material! Can't wait for our next adventure!
@Phantom19635 ай бұрын
Beautiful video and thank you for posting ❤
@danalynnmiller80805 ай бұрын
I need to to find me some tadpoles😂 And were those cyotes I heard? Wonderful footage as always❤
@beyondthecampfire5 ай бұрын
Thanks Mom! It's almost tadpole season, so maybe you'll be seeing some soon. And yes, we had a good coyote song that night!