Xander, as the father of a daughter with a 20 year substance abuse problem (we lost her to an overdose in 2017), I can’t tell you how happy I am that you found your reason to live by challenging yourself in nature’s wilds. Whatever it takes to live a happy and productive life. Keep on keep in’ on Bud.
Hey Jack I'm so sorry for your loss 😪 modern day life is so difficult for many people on many levels and so some people turn to certain things to try to blank out the pain, I've suffered from abuse and depression since I was 3 years old and I'm now 59, and since the pandemic my drinking has increased and is a problem, but watching videos like this gives me hope and a possible reason to look at what I need to change in my life and getting outdoors and into the countryside and do some wild camping is definitely something I need to get into to give me time and a perspective of where I'm going wrong in my life 🤗
Now that’s freaken funny. This reminds me of Monty Python. Xander cracks me up. “I’m going into the woods and becoming an introvert.” BLAAAA LOL, now that was Rich. Been watching his camping excursing regularly. I pray he never gets hurt by a predator, for falls off a cliff. When he says I’m going to cook some fine cuisine for dinner, then he pulls out a sausage. When he makes wild tea and leaves all the debris in the water cracks me the F__k up. When he prepped food before his trip, then opened his fridge door and just threw the hamburger into the shelf made me bust out. He’s my favorite camper dude.
Lol, the opening scene was the best man. Poor Xander momma, she didn't wanna see her little boy run off to the wilderness 🤣. You did an awesome job on those waffles and the chicken, looked so dang delicious!
The bearded Mama. Where can you get adventure, great humor and yummy cooking in just one channel? This is why Xander is so successful. Always enjoyable. Blessings
Just came back from a 7day 100KM hike through Australia’s highest mountains and would always think back to this channel to keep me walking, cheers bud ❤
Good old Canadian Crocodile! 😂 My recommendation for a vehicle is to get a 4 door truck with a camper shell. You can store a lot of supplies and equipment and be out for longer trips. I also like to watch camping trips over multiple days as well. So maybe you could plan like a 5 day adventure in the future and break it into a mini series. Always enjoy the videos! Take care and be safe.
@@Persianking1997 ya thats what Big Camping wants you to think. Xander is just one of hundreds of bushcrafting human cyborgs that are here to slowly take over the world, one campsite at a time.
Canyon De Chelly is in Arizona and it is a beautiful canyon with hiking trails along it. It also has ruins and ancient sculptures along the canyon which make it feel very unique. Thanks again for another awesome video 🎉
I second the motions for Oak Creek Canyon snd Canon de Chelly. Oak Creek Canyon goes through a major different micro climate for each hour you drive down from Flagstaff Mountain. So much to see in AZ. The weather will start to get warm then, have enough gear to handle upper Rockies cold down to hot desert. Cody Lundin lived on Flagstaff Mountain in his earlier days. On the drive down stop by all the hot Springs - Hot Sulfur Springs and Valley View plus the Great Sand Dunes in CO down the San Juan Valley down to New Mexico and Ojo Caliente, down to Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and the mountains, then cross over to Flagstaff. You can’t go wrong - you’re in for a real treat!
"Cold and miserable, hovering around freezing, rain and snow in the forecast" HA. Like you, I'm going out into the woods today in just those conditions. I won't be doing your amazing hikes or overnights, but YES. Go! Love it all Xander! Also, I get absurdly happy with you eating amazing food and doing the whole wood processing edits! I just love those, LOL. I haven't learned how to edit. "Busy as a beaver" is truth!
Xander I don’t know whether this means anything to you, as you don’t know me. However, I just want to say what you do and the journey you are on is amazingly inspiring. Going clean, staying highly positive, having great laughs (nice dress btw) and going on outstanding adventures with creating great cinematic vlogs. Pat on the back fella, and a huge well done for everything 👌🏻🏕️🫵🏻
I live in Sedona and have hiked over 350 miles of trails. I’m 73, so my backpacking days are over. Sedona proper is very busy in March. The trails are used heavily by mountain bikers. Backpacking is permitted in the Wilderness areas, but there is very limited water in the backcountry. I have two suggestions for backpacking: Secret Canyon and Woods Canyon. Secret Canyon is a great spot and because it is at the end of a five mile very rugged dirt road it gets fewer hikers. Best place to leave a car is on Long Canyon Road. Hike in on the Chuckwagon Trail and connect to the Forest Road 152. Walk down the road for two miles to the Secret Canyon trailhead. You can hike in about seven miles and then hike out via David Miller and Bear Sign trails. There is water trapped in sandstone pockets most years. Woods Canyon is right near the ranger station (where you can leave a car). You can hike in 5 to 6 miles and hike along a seasonal stream. There will be little hiker traffic after three miles. There are also backpacking opportunities near Flagstaff that are worthwhile. If you are a mountain biker the opportunities are almost limitless. I would be happy to send you maps and much more specific information if you send me your address. My E mail is kharding55@gmail.com I cannot offer you accommodations, but I can offer a tour of the area,shower, and hot meal. Temperatures will be in the high 60’s during the day, but it can get down to 40 at night. Rain is unlikely. Be prepared for lots of sun. Trails are rocky and dusty.
🔥 Toyota Tundra with a cab over camper… I built my own out of 1 inch aluminum tubing and I had Redwood Cut to fit inside the tubing… I screwed it all together …. No welding… A thin sheet of metal with a whole bunch of pop rivets to provide strength… And then aluminum siding to make it look really nice and provide waterproof quality… Gel coated roof … no skylights… Windows on the side with screens… It was ultralight… 400 pounds… Did not handle badly … It was lovely… No insulation but you could add that if you wanted to… Mine was just empty except for a mattress and some boxes of gear up in the cab over area… and I have fishing poles secured to the ceiling… But I think you get the point… Just an empty box to crawl into… You could modify it if you wanted to… I didn’t feel the need… I will be repeating the process soon… Or a Toyota sequoia… Both are very reliable… But I like having a truck… And the camper was a little bigger than the Sequoia SUV… You could get up in the middle of the night and use the Porta potty… Which is impossible in an SUV… And every once in a while that’s quite important lol… And you can stand up and put your pants on which is nice also. … Mine was quite primitive… But I survived two years of Covid in it… Bouncing around the hills and the desert …. The next one Will be slightly bigger… But not much… I want to stay lightweight and get good gas mileage … That’s my two cents… Love your work… Do not go to Phoenix … And keep in mind you are in the new America… It’s all different from your videos… America was like your videos 20 years ago… No it’s just a bunch of shitty kids on dope and stealing… I pray for them… And I’m glad you got here act together… You seem to turn out to be a nice young man… Glad you cleaned up!… Keep an eye out because not many clean it up like you… Best of luck… Toyotas never break down
You really just go al the way man with all your trips! Haven't really commented in a while been working alot . I seen yer episode of your 2 year anniversary and it really got me, im 57 my 2 yr anniversary of all tabbaco, weed, booze was Nov 7th. I'm proud of you and myself MR BUDNICK !!!! as always keep on keepin on !!!
Awesome overnight and a damn fine dinner.Funny opener as well. In the grand canyon you could do the rim to rim to rim trip. Outdoor vitals put out a good video on it. Perhaps a Toyota tacoma or Nissan Frontier would suit your adventurous lifestyle. 4x4 of course with a cap for truck camping and a handy vehicle for hunting trips as well. Nate
I’m so excited to hear you’re going to Sedona! I lived in Phoenix for 4 years and I absolutely loved camping and hiking in Sedona and Flagstaff! I would recommend hiking the Oak Creek Trail, it’s one of my absolute favorites and it is stunningly beautiful. I would also recommend camping/hiking close to Strawberry, AZ or going back packing on the Horton creek trail just outside Payson, AZ. Looking forward to seeing more adventures! I’ve been following your channel for a while and I am always so excited to see your new videos! Beautiful and original stuff!!
Great to see someone doing what they love. I guess many people would love to experience something like this , but they just don't even try for many different reasons. My favorite part of his videos is always the meal prep, really adds something different
I love your videos so much. I watch them right before I fall asleep, and not because they are boring. I do because they put me at ease. No matter how anxious if I can watch you cook and camp with snow falling I can feel relaxed. Idk why that is but thank you!
That beaver looks like a master shelter builder! Would love to see you guys collab for a video sometime! 🦫⛺️ Also you should take your mum camping some time 😂
For Sedona you should definitely climb Bell Rock! its supposed to be super spiritual. Me and my girlfriend did it in September and its was cool, just gets a bit sketchy the higher you climb.
Perfect weather for camping. Why don't you take reflective Mylar for your camping trips. They are great for heat retention and reflection around the fire. I swear by it for stopping wind and heat loss
Xander as you're driving down or back from Arizona I highly recommend visiting the High Uintas. It's an absolute gem of Utah and the only mountain range in the USA that runs east-to-west. I have a few videos if you're interested in checking out a bit of it. Fires are normally allowed and there is plenty of wild life. I usually spot moose. The north side in particular is a lot more remote feeling.
Thanks for another great video Xander. That was some insane weather. I honestly don’t know how you eat all that food, unless you have hollow legs 😆 I make chicken and waffles at home but have never considered making them while camping. That’s all changed now 👍🏻
I'll return to videos like this one after watching, just to have you on in the background. This is why I appreciate you talking in your videos and its not entirely all audio based/ASMR I think its called. Lets me follow along while I work at my mini figure painting and editing. Love your stuff Xander! Happy holidays to anyone reading this!
Hey Xander have you ever considered building an outlander rig? I know its not really your style but I think you might like it and it would make some really cool videos. If your looking into getting a camping/traveling rig I like my 4Runner. They're reliable, easy to customize, big enough to fit equipment. If your looking for something cheap a 3rd or 4th gen is perfect. Hope this helped!
I’ve been watching your videos recently and I noticed that you put maple syrup on just about anything and I totally agree with that! Maple syrup is one of those things that just puts smile on ones face every time. Love the stuff you put on YT . Have done some wilderness camping when I was younger but nothing as challenging as you have been doing. Cheers from Québec city.
If you're going around the Grand Canyon anyway ... Flagstaff is a good stop. It's a neat little town to check out. We usually stop through there on our way back from SoCal to Kentucky every few years.
Hey Xander, love your content and positive attitude, definitely one of my favorite channels on CZcams. Maybe you can reach out to SB Wilderness Adventures, he does a lot of camping videos in Arizona and I'm sure he would be happy to point you in the right direction.
I've been thinking of ways to cook while camping. To bread chicken I use a gallon zip lock bag. Add a little flour shake. Then dip in egg wash in a bowl or pot. Then back in bag with the panco. Cook in the pan add 1/3 butter 1/3 honey and 1/3 hot sauce.
Hey man, I'm living in Tucson and while I haven't gotten my camping game on yet (it's been a few years) I've been doing a lot of hiking in the area. The Santa Catalina mountains are pretty dope, and in many areas have open camping, but they are pretty popular so it might be tough to be super remote at that time of year. The Las Cienegas NCA is a really pretty grassland area to the southeast of Tucson with spectacular views. You'll probably be able to get more remote/away from people in Tucson if you head to the Santa Rita mountains: both them and the Catalinas go from desert at low level to pine forests up high. Chiricahua Natl Monument is supposed to have a lot of great hiking and views as well, but that's getting far away. For a very remote area, I've head good things about the Coyote Mts Wilderness area but I don't know much about it. ^^ there's your Southeast AZ reccomendations. And, as always, if you're down here you gotta check out Saguaro Natl Park.
OK that was a great video thank you so much and anytime I can watch Winter come it's just a joy. You are so fun never quit pushing yourself and just be in you cause you're one of the funniest videos I ever watch and 1 of the most informative I've learned stuff from you. If you're driving down from Ontario and you haven't been down I mean I don't know what you've seen but Yellowstone is certainly a place to go along with Bryce Canyon... I have a Honda element doesn't matter what year you get they're all the same but you can make your bed on one side and still have room to pack your stuff and have a cooler And this great grandma just loves hers. God's got a great plan for you son, Just keep walking, Very proud of you. Blessings
Drizzly days are my favourite times for hiking, especially during October and November. Fresh crisp air, no bugs, beautiful scenery, no bugs, the sound of the rain coming through the trees, and no bugs!
Xander! I live in Arizona, Phoenix and have adventured all over the state! Feel free to reach out if you need some local advice. One place you should check out is a place called Fossil Creek near a little town called Strawberry. Some steep hiking, but a beautiful area with a natural spring creek, and a couple waterfalls along the way, forest. Camping friendly. Also check out anything on/near the Mogollon Rim. High plateau, forest hiking/camping. Lots to explore, beautiful area. One thing I would definitely keep in mind anywhere down here in AZ, is in March, there will be all sorts of critters out and about that you should be aware of. Some of your regular camping techniques may need some consideration. There are snakes, insects and spiders that you definitely don't want invading your sleeping bag during the night, so do some research on that for sure!
Whatever gear or vehicle you end up selecting, make sure that you load them by throwing things into them from off camera. It's a Xander signature move.
Lived in AZ for 7 years and done a fair amount of hiking in Sedona. Jack's Canyon Trail, West Clear Creek Wilderness, Secret Mountain, and Sycamore Canyon are probably some of the more remote areas around there. Watch out for Javelina's, giant pig like animal that can get aggressive. Lots of mountain lions and creepy crawlies in AZ. Check your boots and sleeping bag before using them. Some really good mountain biking in that area too if you do that at all, great single track. Check out the small town of Jerome, it's a funky art town with a views of the whole area.
Long time no comment Xan. Thanks for the videos man, they're keeping me sane right now. Best vehicle I've had for my adventures is a 4WD truck with a 6' or longer box and a cap on the back. You can do it all in that set up! You can carry two canoes, tons of room with the cap for gear. If you end up with a dog you can easily accommodate. You can sleep in the back in a pinch. I honestly can't say enough about the set-up. Yes I know gas is expensive, but honestly with these newer trucks it's not bad at all. I have this $100 dollar bed extender I got on Amazon that ads a support 5foot back from the tailgate. I carry the canoe that way. I can have it loaded in 2-3 minutes and I'm off. So easy!
Tossing the food in the refrigerator crack me up every time and slam shutting the door with your feet😆!!! Excellent videos Sir keep up the incredible work!!!
LMAO, love the start perfect British accent . Terrible weather conditions but hey that is Canada for you beautiful place in the bush to set up right next to that very well constructed beaver dam they are such amazing animals . those chicken waffles looked epic I shall have to try that . another great video Xander always a joy to watch
Can't thank you enough.. I am an patient of severe anxiety, I get panic attacks now and then..and You are my therapy. You're videos are the best for sleeping while watching. Thank you so much ❤
Oak creek canyon is a really pretty area to backpack into. It's a very common hike for the first couple miles but then you need to wade back and forth across the river after that so there's not a ton of tourists that go in that deep. When I did it in the fall the water got to waist height at the deepest but don't know what it's like in the spring in that regard. Enjoy the beautiful red rock
Another great video dude! It's the little things like the intro that make your videos so killer. I've been following your vids for a while now and this one, Jaque you're "cameraman" and microwaving popcorn in the middle of the woods are definitely my favorites. My friend and I really look forward to your videos they offer a little bit of everything!
Xander! love the channel man, anytime your video pops up I always get excited. I don't have any suggestions for Arizona, but I do for a new car. My wife and I just became first time parents, and like you, we like adventures as well but needed a bigger car than our old Ford Escape. We went with a new Subaru Outback. Enough space inside to load up the little one, but also enough to put some memory foam down and sleep fully extended in (I'm 5'10" for reference). On top of that it comes with a factory mounted roof rack to put a roof box on. I find that given the size of the car the fuel mileage is really good, the car spends 90% of its time on the highway and as long as your gentle on the throttle it can get 10-11 L/100km. Hope all is well!
I've been to Arizona. My friend growing up moved there. The Grand Canyon is a good trip, the different elevations change weather by the minute. Sedona I remember had tons of trails and camping places along the highways and roads. You'll easily find someplace cool. Unfortunately I do not know names of places. Good luck man! Love the vids! 👍
Xander, I got hooked on your videos from watching you on John's channel a couple years ago. Keep up the outstanding work! You have a passion that is contagious! And a great sense of humor too! If you're passing through MO on your way to AZ you would be doing yourself an incredible disservice by not paddling on one of the ozark national scenic riverways. I would highly recommend you spend a couple days at least on the Current River, Jack's Fork, or Eleven Point (anywhere in southern MO is going to be beautiful but those are the top 3, Current and Jack's fork are my two favorite - crystal clear water, turquoise blue springs, bluffs and caves you can paddle into, fishing, they have it all! If you only have time for one do the upper current, should be very little traffic on it in spring especially if it's mid week). You can camp anywhere along the river. There are outfitters that will shuttle your gear or vehicle too. I'm near STL and would be happy to help facilitate a shuttle if you need it (or if you're up for paddling with a total stranger I'm itching to take out my new to me Bell Morningstar). Here's a webpage with info and maps on the aforementioned rivers missouricanoe.org/the-rivers/ Or if you're pressed for time and find yourself traveling along Hwy 44 on your return trip you can't go wrong with a tour through Onandoga Cave. It's spectacular! There are a lot of wild caves in MO, but the commercial ones have some spectacular formations. (I've gone in a handful of the permitted wild caves and they're certainly awesome but many are still closed due to white nose bat syndrome). Onandoga is by far my favorite! Tours run from April through October. mostateparks.com/page/54234/cave-tours Also, a few hours north of Sedona is one of the premier slot canyons in the entire US on the northern boarder wth Utah. You must put Buckskin Gulch on your radar. I backpacked it in 2011 for a week from Wire Pass trailhead to Lonely Dell Ranch in June (not sure if there's more risk of flash flooding in the springtime, check with the bureau of land management office to see when they'll issue permits as you'll need one in advance - hopefully it's not too late already, they limit permits to 20 people per day and they go very quick). www.blm.gov/visit/buckskin-gulch It's absolutely stunning scenery! Towering cliffs, a slot canyon that just won't quit, a couple springs where the water literally bubbles right out of the sand, they even make you take a poo bag to pack out your solid waste to keep the canyon clean, what's not to love! I can't wait to see the videos from this adventure, they're going to be epic!
You don’t need me to say this but I’m very proud of you. I know that what you did to get where you are today is a sign of your strength and character. Many blessings to you and your continued success. Thank you for sharing your story and your many videos.
THere are a ton of great back country opportunities in AZ......currently base camped in Phoenix and can say that the abililty to get into a back country area is never that far away. Sedona area has killer canyons, but the Flagstaff area is a great get away and back country haven. The Arizona trail also offers pretty bad ass wild spaces to play in....enjoy the journey
Could you talk more about your thought process in deciding how to set up camp? Like where to put the tarp and what direction and where to put the fire in relation to it, etc.
Honestly I can't help myself sometimes, any excuse I can find just to wear a dress
Whatever makes you happy, Xander. We understand.
So... I'm so grateful to you.:)
Mega Bruh lol
LMAO 🤣 The huge earrings were my favorite part!
Wouldn't you believe that I also can't help myself sometimes, any excuse I'll find just to see you in a dress
Xander, as the father of a daughter with a 20 year substance abuse problem (we lost her to an overdose in 2017), I can’t tell you how happy I am that you found your reason to live by challenging yourself in nature’s wilds. Whatever it takes to live a happy and productive life. Keep on keep in’ on Bud.
im so sorry for your loss
@@XanderBudnick 👍
Sorry Jack Lost mine too, in Rochester, NY 2019, ( she was only 27) may they both R.I.P.
Hey Jack I'm so sorry for your loss 😪 modern day life is so difficult for many people on many levels and so some people turn to certain things to try to blank out the pain, I've suffered from abuse and depression since I was 3 years old and I'm now 59, and since the pandemic my drinking has increased and is a problem, but watching videos like this gives me hope and a possible reason to look at what I need to change in my life and getting outdoors and into the countryside and do some wild camping is definitely something I need to get into to give me time and a perspective of where I'm going wrong in my life 🤗
My heart goes out to all who are hurting. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The skits just keep getting better each time
Now that’s freaken funny. This reminds me of Monty Python. Xander cracks me up. “I’m going into the woods and becoming an introvert.” BLAAAA LOL, now that was Rich. Been watching his camping excursing regularly. I pray he never gets hurt by a predator, for falls off a cliff. When he says I’m going to cook some fine cuisine for dinner, then he pulls out a sausage. When he makes wild tea and leaves all the debris in the water cracks me the F__k up. When he prepped food before his trip, then opened his fridge door and just threw the hamburger into the shelf made me bust out. He’s my favorite camper dude.
Lol, the opening scene was the best man. Poor Xander momma, she didn't wanna see her little boy run off to the wilderness 🤣. You did an awesome job on those waffles and the chicken, looked so dang delicious!
The bearded Mama. Where can you get adventure, great humor and yummy cooking in just one channel? This is why Xander is so successful. Always enjoyable. Blessings
Yeah, mama needed to shave! 🤣 lmao 😂
Just came back from a 7day 100KM hike through Australia’s highest mountains and would always think back to this channel to keep me walking, cheers bud ❤
Great job my guy 🤲🏻
Your old lady/eric idle impression at the start was spot on
Good old Canadian Crocodile! 😂 My recommendation for a vehicle is to get a 4 door truck with a camper shell. You can store a lot of supplies and equipment and be out for longer trips. I also like to watch camping trips over multiple days as well. So maybe you could plan like a 5 day adventure in the future and break it into a mini series. Always enjoy the videos! Take care and be safe.
I love you... your sense of humour is fantastic. You have been down the rough road and now you live life to the fullest.😊❤
I love these opening skits you've been adding recently!
Xander is so dedicated man, it's crazy how he just leaves all of these cameras in the woods like that
in the background there is a large staff that helps him
@@Harry-pe7dw Nah thats not true. He is a solo camper and he has no assist
@@Persianking1997 ya thats what Big Camping wants you to think. Xander is just one of hundreds of bushcrafting human cyborgs that are here to slowly take over the world, one campsite at a time.
@@Harry-pe7dw or he just goes back to get them???? My god these conspiracy theories are crazy!
@@liamhopkins29 😆
My favorite channel for sure. A good mix of skill, humor and motivation to get out
As a British person I can say you nailed that British accent!
He could have done the African click language. Seems pretty British nowadays
@@bigKANG420 having bad teeth doesn’t mean we speak in clicks 😂
@@willamor5497 lol, I'm referring to how white british in major cities are minority now
@@bigKANG420 don't care, didn't ask - a British citizen
so true hahahaha
Canyon De Chelly is in Arizona and it is a beautiful canyon with hiking trails along it. It also has ruins and ancient sculptures along the canyon which make it feel very unique.
Thanks again for another awesome video 🎉
Yes, my partner went there and it was stunning.
Great native history there as well
I second the motions for Oak Creek Canyon snd Canon de Chelly. Oak Creek Canyon goes through a major different micro climate for each hour you drive down from Flagstaff Mountain. So much to see in AZ. The weather will start to get warm then, have enough gear to handle upper Rockies cold down to hot desert. Cody Lundin lived on Flagstaff Mountain in his earlier days.
On the drive down stop by all the hot Springs - Hot Sulfur Springs and Valley View plus the Great Sand Dunes in CO down the San Juan Valley down to New Mexico and Ojo Caliente, down to Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and the mountains, then cross over to Flagstaff. You can’t go wrong - you’re in for a real treat!
"Cold and miserable, hovering around freezing, rain and snow in the forecast" HA. Like you, I'm going out into the woods today in just those conditions. I won't be doing your amazing hikes or overnights, but YES. Go! Love it all Xander! Also, I get absurdly happy with you eating amazing food and doing the whole wood processing edits! I just love those, LOL. I haven't learned how to edit. "Busy as a beaver" is truth!
Xander I don’t know whether this means anything to you, as you don’t know me.
However, I just want to say what you do and the journey you are on is amazingly inspiring. Going clean, staying highly positive, having great laughs (nice dress btw) and going on outstanding adventures with creating great cinematic vlogs.
Pat on the back fella, and a huge well done for everything 👌🏻🏕️🫵🏻
did xander have some substance abuse issues?
I live in Sedona and have hiked over 350 miles of trails. I’m 73, so my backpacking days are over. Sedona proper is very busy in March. The trails are used heavily by mountain bikers. Backpacking is permitted in the Wilderness areas, but there is very limited water in the backcountry. I have two suggestions for backpacking: Secret Canyon and Woods Canyon. Secret Canyon is a great spot and because it is at the end of a five mile very rugged dirt road it gets fewer hikers. Best place to leave a car is on Long Canyon Road. Hike in on the Chuckwagon Trail and connect to the Forest Road 152. Walk down the road for two miles to the Secret Canyon trailhead. You can hike in about seven miles and then hike out via David Miller and Bear Sign trails. There is water trapped in sandstone pockets most years. Woods Canyon is right near the ranger station (where you can leave a car). You can hike in 5 to 6 miles and hike along a seasonal stream. There will be little hiker traffic after three miles.
There are also backpacking opportunities near Flagstaff that are worthwhile. If you are a mountain biker the opportunities are almost limitless.
I would be happy to send you maps and much more specific information if you send me your address. My E mail is kharding55@gmail.com
I cannot offer you accommodations, but I can offer a tour of the area,shower, and hot meal.
Temperatures will be in the high 60’s during the day, but it can get down to 40 at night. Rain is unlikely. Be prepared for lots of sun. Trails are rocky and dusty.
Thanks for all the useful information my friend! ill keep your email handy :D
🔥 Toyota Tundra with a cab over camper… I built my own out of 1 inch aluminum tubing and I had Redwood Cut to fit inside the tubing… I screwed it all together …. No welding… A thin sheet of metal with a whole bunch of pop rivets to provide strength… And then aluminum siding to make it look really nice and provide waterproof quality… Gel coated roof … no skylights… Windows on the side with screens… It was ultralight… 400 pounds… Did not handle badly … It was lovely… No insulation but you could add that if you wanted to… Mine was just empty except for a mattress and some boxes of gear up in the cab over area… and I have fishing poles secured to the ceiling… But I think you get the point… Just an empty box to crawl into… You could modify it if you wanted to… I didn’t feel the need… I will be repeating the process soon… Or a Toyota sequoia… Both are very reliable… But I like having a truck… And the camper was a little bigger than the Sequoia SUV… You could get up in the middle of the night and use the Porta potty… Which is impossible in an SUV… And every once in a while that’s quite important lol… And you can stand up and put your pants on which is nice also. … Mine was quite primitive… But I survived two years of Covid in it… Bouncing around the hills and the desert …. The next one Will be slightly bigger… But not much… I want to stay lightweight and get good gas mileage … That’s my two cents… Love your work… Do not go to Phoenix … And keep in mind you are in the new America… It’s all different from your videos… America was like your videos 20 years ago… No it’s just a bunch of shitty kids on dope and stealing… I pray for them… And I’m glad you got here act together… You seem to turn out to be a nice young man… Glad you cleaned up!… Keep an eye out because not many clean it up like you… Best of luck… Toyotas never break down
You really just go al the way man with all your trips! Haven't really commented in a while been working alot . I seen yer episode of your 2 year anniversary and it really got me, im 57 my 2 yr anniversary of all tabbaco, weed, booze was Nov 7th. I'm proud of you and myself MR BUDNICK !!!! as always keep on keepin on !!!
It’s the carabiners as earrings for me 😂
Awesome overnight and a damn fine dinner.Funny opener as well. In the grand canyon you could do the rim to rim to rim trip. Outdoor vitals put out a good video on it. Perhaps a Toyota tacoma or Nissan Frontier would suit your adventurous lifestyle. 4x4 of course with a cap for truck camping and a handy vehicle for hunting trips as well.
Nate
Xander, your videos keeps getting better and better 👏Great location find. Thanks for taking us along
These videos bring me peace
Didn’t expect the intro - perfection, Xander, perfection.
Always enjoyed watching your videos and you’re very likeable young man and you’re funny and very entertaining 🤩😎❤️
The only dude I know that eats like a Billionaire in the woods!! Good video Xander, Thanx.
I’m so excited to hear you’re going to Sedona! I lived in Phoenix for 4 years and I absolutely loved camping and hiking in Sedona and Flagstaff! I would recommend hiking the Oak Creek Trail, it’s one of my absolute favorites and it is stunningly beautiful. I would also recommend camping/hiking close to Strawberry, AZ or going back packing on the Horton creek trail just outside Payson, AZ. Looking forward to seeing more adventures! I’ve been following your channel for a while and I am always so excited to see your new videos! Beautiful and original stuff!!
Holy shit your impression of Brian's Mom from "Life of Brian" is fantastic
Great to see someone doing what they love. I guess many people would love to experience something like this , but they just don't even try for many different reasons. My favorite part of his videos is always the meal prep, really adds something different
Can I ask why you don't use a hot water bottle at night inside your sleeping bag?
The carabineer earrings, just brilliant.
The cooking in every video of yours is my absolute highlight. Wish I could join you around the campfire everytime 🤤
I love your videos so much. I watch them right before I fall asleep, and not because they are boring. I do because they put me at ease. No matter how anxious if I can watch you cook and camp with snow falling I can feel relaxed. Idk why that is but thank you!
That beaver looks like a master shelter builder! Would love to see you guys collab for a video sometime! 🦫⛺️ Also you should take your mum camping some time 😂
Loved the beginning. Very creative. Honestly love all your videos. They are so relaxing. CONGRATS on your sobriety. Get job. 🔥🛶🏕🎣
🤣🤣 that starting though ❤
Amazing 🤩 Xander
So much fun, Xander! I love that you're such a goofball.
Best start to a video yet! Well done from the UK.
i'm glad canada is going into winter. looking forward to seeing some snowing videos!! these are great.
For Sedona you should definitely climb Bell Rock! its supposed to be super spiritual. Me and my girlfriend did it in September and its was cool, just gets a bit sketchy the higher you climb.
Perfect weather for camping. Why don't you take reflective Mylar for your camping trips. They are great for heat retention and reflection around the fire. I swear by it for stopping wind and heat loss
Xander as you're driving down or back from Arizona I highly recommend visiting the High Uintas. It's an absolute gem of Utah and the only mountain range in the USA that runs east-to-west. I have a few videos if you're interested in checking out a bit of it. Fires are normally allowed and there is plenty of wild life. I usually spot moose. The north side in particular is a lot more remote feeling.
Thanks for another great video Xander. That was some insane weather. I honestly don’t know how you eat all that food, unless you have hollow legs 😆
I make chicken and waffles at home but have never considered making them while camping. That’s all changed now 👍🏻
I love your vids. Your humor is mischievous. I always look forward to the next movie.❤😃
Amazing intro as always, we love your videos!
I got a little busy for the past year and forgot just how calming these videos are. Great videos Xander.
Spit my coffee out at the beginning!!! Thanks Xander.. youre a nut👍❤️🙃
I'll return to videos like this one after watching, just to have you on in the background. This is why I appreciate you talking in your videos and its not entirely all audio based/ASMR I think its called. Lets me follow along while I work at my mini figure painting and editing. Love your stuff Xander! Happy holidays to anyone reading this!
Hey Xander have you ever considered building an outlander rig? I know its not really your style but I think you might like it and it would make some really cool videos. If your looking into getting a camping/traveling rig I like my 4Runner. They're reliable, easy to customize, big enough to fit equipment. If your looking for something cheap a 3rd or 4th gen is perfect. Hope this helped!
I’ve been watching your videos recently and I noticed that you put maple syrup on just about anything and I totally agree with that! Maple syrup is one of those things that just puts smile on ones face every time. Love the stuff you put on YT . Have done some wilderness camping when I was younger but nothing as challenging as you have been doing. Cheers from Québec city.
As good as that looked I bet mama Xander would make the waffles better 😂
If you're going around the Grand Canyon anyway ... Flagstaff is a good stop. It's a neat little town to check out. We usually stop through there on our way back from SoCal to Kentucky every few years.
Hey Xander, love your content and positive attitude, definitely one of my favorite channels on CZcams.
Maybe you can reach out to SB Wilderness Adventures, he does a lot of camping videos in Arizona and I'm sure he would be happy to point you in the right direction.
I've been thinking of ways to cook while camping. To bread chicken I use a gallon zip lock bag. Add a little flour shake. Then dip in egg wash in a bowl or pot. Then back in bag with the panco. Cook in the pan add 1/3 butter 1/3 honey and 1/3 hot sauce.
Hey man, I'm living in Tucson and while I haven't gotten my camping game on yet (it's been a few years) I've been doing a lot of hiking in the area. The Santa Catalina mountains are pretty dope, and in many areas have open camping, but they are pretty popular so it might be tough to be super remote at that time of year. The Las Cienegas NCA is a really pretty grassland area to the southeast of Tucson with spectacular views. You'll probably be able to get more remote/away from people in Tucson if you head to the Santa Rita mountains: both them and the Catalinas go from desert at low level to pine forests up high. Chiricahua Natl Monument is supposed to have a lot of great hiking and views as well, but that's getting far away. For a very remote area, I've head good things about the Coyote Mts Wilderness area but I don't know much about it. ^^ there's your Southeast AZ reccomendations. And, as always, if you're down here you gotta check out Saguaro Natl Park.
Ty very much
Thank you Xander. Always good to see you doing good :)
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Wow, you look so pretty in a dress😮
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OK that was a great video thank you so much and anytime I can watch Winter come it's just a joy. You are so fun never quit pushing yourself and just be in you cause you're one of the funniest videos I ever watch and 1 of the most informative I've learned stuff from you. If you're driving down from Ontario and you haven't been down I mean I don't know what you've seen but Yellowstone is certainly a place to go along with Bryce Canyon... I have a Honda element doesn't matter what year you get they're all the same but you can make your bed on one side and still have room to pack your stuff and have a cooler And this great grandma just loves hers. God's got a great plan for you son, Just keep walking, Very proud of you. Blessings
Drizzly days are my favourite times for hiking, especially during October and November. Fresh crisp air, no bugs, beautiful scenery, no bugs, the sound of the rain coming through the trees, and no bugs!
If you ever decide to make a full length film, I volunteer to be casted for any role. Bravo Xander Spielberg, Bravo!
What a fabulous sense of humour Xander has!
Xander! I live in Arizona, Phoenix and have adventured all over the state! Feel free to reach out if you need some local advice. One place you should check out is a place called Fossil Creek near a little town called Strawberry. Some steep hiking, but a beautiful area with a natural spring creek, and a couple waterfalls along the way, forest. Camping friendly. Also check out anything on/near the Mogollon Rim. High plateau, forest hiking/camping. Lots to explore, beautiful area. One thing I would definitely keep in mind anywhere down here in AZ, is in March, there will be all sorts of critters out and about that you should be aware of. Some of your regular camping techniques may need some consideration. There are snakes, insects and spiders that you definitely don't want invading your sleeping bag during the night, so do some research on that for sure!
Absolutely love your videos my guy. Makes my day watching these.
What a way to start my Saturday.
it's always a delight watching your videos! I'm currently on a binge while doing my work!
xander is the best for outdoor surviving!!
I would love to see u make a nice bushcraft camp with logs and roof
Whatever gear or vehicle you end up selecting, make sure that you load them by throwing things into them from off camera. It's a Xander signature move.
I've been going through a lot and im beyond depressed lately but somehow your videos seem to still cheer me up! Keep it up
The snow coming down was magical. "Bad" weather trips are the best.
Lived in AZ for 7 years and done a fair amount of hiking in Sedona. Jack's Canyon Trail, West Clear Creek Wilderness, Secret Mountain, and Sycamore Canyon are probably some of the more remote areas around there. Watch out for Javelina's, giant pig like animal that can get aggressive. Lots of mountain lions and creepy crawlies in AZ. Check your boots and sleeping bag before using them. Some really good mountain biking in that area too if you do that at all, great single track. Check out the small town of Jerome, it's a funky art town with a views of the whole area.
8:13 that just looks exquisite, great idea to add maple syrup really finishes off the meal!!
Me and my 8yr old son absolutely love your videos. We watch them instead of reading before bed from time to time. Good job well done!! Australia
Loved the introo,the best youtuber to watch while snuggled in bed on a cold winter nightt,just lovely...
Long time no comment Xan. Thanks for the videos man, they're keeping me sane right now.
Best vehicle I've had for my adventures is a 4WD truck with a 6' or longer box and a cap on the back. You can do it all in that set up!
You can carry two canoes, tons of room with the cap for gear. If you end up with a dog you can easily accommodate. You can sleep in the back in a pinch. I honestly can't say enough about the set-up. Yes I know gas is expensive, but honestly with these newer trucks it's not bad at all.
I have this $100 dollar bed extender I got on Amazon that ads a support 5foot back from the tailgate. I carry the canoe that way. I can have it loaded in 2-3 minutes and I'm off. So easy!
Any truck beds there can fit a 6'4 man?
@@XanderBudnick 6'5" is a common truck bed size.
You can also get an 8' bed.
I love how you blend humor with bushcraft. Great stuff as always!!
Tossing the food in the refrigerator crack me up every time and slam shutting the door with your feet😆!!! Excellent videos Sir keep up the incredible work!!!
LMAO, love the start perfect British accent . Terrible weather conditions but hey that is Canada for you beautiful place in the bush to set up right next to that very well constructed beaver dam they are such amazing animals . those chicken waffles looked epic I shall have to try that . another great video Xander always a joy to watch
Can't thank you enough.. I am an patient of severe anxiety, I get panic attacks now and then..and You are my therapy. You're videos are the best for sleeping while watching. Thank you so much ❤
I see a new video from Xander, I click Like and start to watch! ;)
Oak creek canyon is a really pretty area to backpack into. It's a very common hike for the first couple miles but then you need to wade back and forth across the river after that so there's not a ton of tourists that go in that deep. When I did it in the fall the water got to waist height at the deepest but don't know what it's like in the spring in that regard. Enjoy the beautiful red rock
Another great video dude! It's the little things like the intro that make your videos so killer. I've been following your vids for a while now and this one, Jaque you're "cameraman" and microwaving popcorn in the middle of the woods are definitely my favorites. My friend and I really look forward to your videos they offer a little bit of everything!
Xander! love the channel man, anytime your video pops up I always get excited. I don't have any suggestions for Arizona, but I do for a new car. My wife and I just became first time parents, and like you, we like adventures as well but needed a bigger car than our old Ford Escape. We went with a new Subaru Outback. Enough space inside to load up the little one, but also enough to put some memory foam down and sleep fully extended in (I'm 5'10" for reference). On top of that it comes with a factory mounted roof rack to put a roof box on. I find that given the size of the car the fuel mileage is really good, the car spends 90% of its time on the highway and as long as your gentle on the throttle it can get 10-11 L/100km. Hope all is well!
my favorite channel, keep going xander ❤️
Love your videos, your sense of humor, very entertaining.
I've been to Arizona. My friend growing up moved there. The Grand Canyon is a good trip, the different elevations change weather by the minute. Sedona I remember had tons of trails and camping places along the highways and roads. You'll easily find someplace cool. Unfortunately I do not know names of places. Good luck man! Love the vids! 👍
Xander, I got hooked on your videos from watching you on John's channel a couple years ago. Keep up the outstanding work! You have a passion that is contagious! And a great sense of humor too!
If you're passing through MO on your way to AZ you would be doing yourself an incredible disservice by not paddling on one of the ozark national scenic riverways. I would highly recommend you spend a couple days at least on the Current River, Jack's Fork, or Eleven Point (anywhere in southern MO is going to be beautiful but those are the top 3, Current and Jack's fork are my two favorite - crystal clear water, turquoise blue springs, bluffs and caves you can paddle into, fishing, they have it all! If you only have time for one do the upper current, should be very little traffic on it in spring especially if it's mid week). You can camp anywhere along the river. There are outfitters that will shuttle your gear or vehicle too. I'm near STL and would be happy to help facilitate a shuttle if you need it (or if you're up for paddling with a total stranger I'm itching to take out my new to me Bell Morningstar). Here's a webpage with info and maps on the aforementioned rivers
missouricanoe.org/the-rivers/
Or if you're pressed for time and find yourself traveling along Hwy 44 on your return trip you can't go wrong with a tour through Onandoga Cave. It's spectacular! There are a lot of wild caves in MO, but the commercial ones have some spectacular formations. (I've gone in a handful of the permitted wild caves and they're certainly awesome but many are still closed due to white nose bat syndrome). Onandoga is by far my favorite! Tours run from April through October.
mostateparks.com/page/54234/cave-tours
Also, a few hours north of Sedona is one of the premier slot canyons in the entire US on the northern boarder wth Utah. You must put Buckskin Gulch on your radar. I backpacked it in 2011 for a week from Wire Pass trailhead to Lonely Dell Ranch in June (not sure if there's more risk of flash flooding in the springtime, check with the bureau of land management office to see when they'll issue permits as you'll need one in advance - hopefully it's not too late already, they limit permits to 20 people per day and they go very quick).
www.blm.gov/visit/buckskin-gulch
It's absolutely stunning scenery! Towering cliffs, a slot canyon that just won't quit, a couple springs where the water literally bubbles right out of the sand, they even make you take a poo bag to pack out your solid waste to keep the canyon clean, what's not to love! I can't wait to see the videos from this adventure, they're going to be epic!
Chicken and Waffles. I didn't think it could get better but that snowy paradise took it up a notch! ❄️ 👍
Brother man... you are so funny! Thank your for this one. Made my day!
Great Model of Tent Shelter Building Zander! A Great Warming Fire! All is well!
You don’t need me to say this but I’m very proud of you. I know that what you did to get where you are today is a sign of your strength and character. Many blessings to you and your continued success. Thank you for sharing your story and your many videos.
Beavers are awesome and cute little creatures. They're like little engineers! 😍
THere are a ton of great back country opportunities in AZ......currently base camped in Phoenix and can say that the abililty to get into a back country area is never that far away. Sedona area has killer canyons, but the Flagstaff area is a great get away and back country haven. The Arizona trail also offers pretty bad ass wild spaces to play in....enjoy the journey
So enjoy your sense of adventure 😂😂❤❤
love the way u show the food and just in general great videos bro. thank you!
Thanks for another great vid Xander! Makes my day a little better every time you upload.
Could you talk more about your thought process in deciding how to set up camp? Like where to put the tarp and what direction and where to put the fire in relation to it, etc.
Very inspiring! I'm in the process of getting camping equipment and will start camping soon.
Thank you Xander the intro was hilarious, you really put forth the effort when testing yourself in the elements, it looked very cold.