Backpacking in a Blizzard - Winter Storm Backpacking Overnight Adventure
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A major winter storm is on the way and...
As the temperature drops...
The Snow begins to fall...
The winds pick up...
The Lone Wolf Heads Out!
This is Luke's latest Winter Overnight Adventure.
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I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.
For this trip, here are the big items that I used.
Gear List :
Hilleberg Nammatj 2 Tent : amzn.to/345m2c9
Fjallraven Polar - 20f Sleeping Bag :
Sunjack Light Stick : amzn.to/3fgRxGu
Fjallraven Barrents Pants : amzn.to/3fFvUyN
SCARPA Men's Kailash Trek GTX Hiking Boot : amzn.to/342zFcd
North Face Zealot Backpack :
Marmot Minimalist Rain Jacket : amzn.to/3wuGWh7
Snugpak Rain Pants : amzn.to/3hBACQG
MSR Pocket Rocket Stove : amzn.to/3vbYCh1
MSR Titan Small Cup : amzn.to/3f8U4T0
Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : amzn.to/3ywOpOw
Lighters : amzn.to/3vhdXwU
Thermarest XTherm Sleeping Pad : amzn.to/3vcsEBr
Marmot Down Jacket : amzn.to/3vmf4vl
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : amzn.to/3vcItrL
NiteCore NU32 Headlamp : amzn.to/3fxqLbU
Outdoor Research Monster Mitts :
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I'm 5 years behind the making of this video. Why watch it? Because you make photogenic, fascinating videos that feel like a way to live vicariously thru your camera lens. And you seldom fail to please. Thanks Luke for taking us along.
As someone who's done winter training in the Norwegian army; there's no exception to the "no sweat" theory. In - 35c when moving we would dress down to just our netting underneath our uniforms. As long as there's no heavy downfall or heavy winds you could basically move around with just your baselayer.
Just a tip.
I went over Whitetop in a late season blizzard while on my thru attempt of the Appalachian Trail. Nothing to not take seriously. That mountain can be wicked.
Never saw anyone camping in bad weather. Love this show.
That was a rough hike and you did so much retracing your steps to set up the camera for us that we really don't know how much extra walking you had to do to make this video....thanks for that extra effort!
I have spent 5 years over seas -- 3 years in Afghanistan and 2 years in South Sudan Africa -- I was honestly BURNED OUT of " "ROUGHING IT" But in the last few days I have watched you and others camping and I am regained some motivation to plan a trip. The bad thing for me is I cant simply just go hiking up a mountain -- I live in Indiana and where I live I will have to take a day trip of driving to get to a decent location to start my trek.
Love watching -- thanks for sharing.
Hello, Luke! I enjoy watching TOGR. You’re knowledge is wisdom . You’re the real deal. You and your wife, Susie, are not just “fair weather outdoor enthusiasts”. That is what I first noticed. You have a warm, likeable personality, intelligent sensibility, down to earth good common sense and a clean sense of humor. Just wanted to tell you, how you are helping people know how to have a safe and good outdoor experience. Thanks, Strength & Honor!
Dang, You could develop black-n-white film inside that tent.
Love that sound of rain hitting your tent.
At first I thought rocks in lieu of pegs wouldn’t work in that wind. Obviously worked well, and with all that ice and snow the next morning, handling rocks would be preferable to handling pegs!! Great idea!
This has to be the most positive dude I’ve ever seen on CZcams
you are absolutely right!
You are completely correct
I love your attitude towards out doors your fun to watch! Keep it up my friend! Push on!!
sillY
If you're into self defense, tactics, and tactical gear reviews John Lovell of The Warrior Poet Society is also very engaging and a super positive individual. He has other interesting content as well.
I definitely believe that, if you go out into a blizzard and it being so cold you should have good skills in knowing what your doing. I think it also goes for camping in extreme heat.
The best way for me to go to sleep is watching this video. Thank you 🙂
I look forward to all your videos. I have learned so much about survival from you. Love it when Susie joins you. You're so good together.
Prayers for a speedy recovery 🙏
Being a "Weatherman" is one of the best occupations you can have. It's the only one where you can be "wrong" 95% of the time without being fired.
I always feel more "in the woods" in winter.
Especially when the MetalGearSolid text alert goes off HAHA! I loved that
Wow!! That looked very dangerous I felt a little çold just watching. Ɓùt I had a good time ŵatching. Thanks for sharing cause some of ùs old folks can't do that but it's fun to watch
Fun video. Great quality editing and filming. Small Note: The eating snow aspect; the reason people say you should not is for 2 reasons 1) older snow can carry bacteria (new snow is generally okay) and 2) it will harm your mouth *over extended use*, you can't live off it long term (for a water supply), it will *eventually* cause damage. But its okay for use now and then. Also... don't eat it when trying to stay warm, it will lower your core temp. But its great for hiking and work. - I live and work outside in Northern Canada.
...You certainly do have one heck of a great personality and a positive outlook on life... which is a good thing! And as well as giving your viewers tidbits 'On How To' or 'Not To Do' when you're out and about in the woods camping... Gives me the incentive to head out with my boyfriend camping... Any who, two thumbs up! ...
I watch your videos every night,my oldest son does what you do,he loves survival stuff.Love your videos.
What an awesome adventure! Thank you for sharing with us all!!
Your vlogs are very informative and interesting. I can’t believe myself that I watched this video for an hour without fast forwarding. Loved it
Just want to thank you for your channel. I kind of fell out of the groove of camping and backpacking about 10 years ago. It brought me so much joy over the years. Your videos have started a fire in my spirit. Ready to get back to it. Think we are about the same age so it feels great to see that this is an easily attainable goal. You’re just the nicest guy. Love the reviews. Love your stories. Thanks so much.
Just found your channel a couple of days ago maybe a week ago and i really like the fact that you are so upbeat about everything that happens or comes your way, and yes you do make it look very easy when its definately not
I think I've watched this episode about 4 times. Can't wait for more cold weather adventures! I'm on my 6th time now! Keep em' coming man! Love winter time adventures!
We had issued to us as part of our winter gear in the Canadian Armed Forces, good quality ski masks. Essential for any winter outdoors work, as they keep your eyes warm in temps below -20c, free from being pelted with snow and ice, and with interchangeable lenses you prevent snow blindness. You should seriously consider a pair for winter camping. Snow blindness is a serious issue, and it can strike so fast you would be amazed. Secondly, we were also issued slip on spikes for our boots. You can buy a pair for under $40.00 from nearly all outdoors suppliers or from Amazon. Very lite, they pack small, and when on an ice laced trail, they will work wonders. Again, you should consider a pair. Heck, you could get several and do a comparison!
link to ski mask
P Toth-Good info!
I'm pretty sure you mean goggles, not ski masks. Ski masks do not have lenses, but rather eye holes. If you did mean goggles, I agree with you 100%. They make life so much easier in driving snow
I LOVE this narrator(?!??); he IS do positive...and seemingly endlessly energetic!! ALL THE TIME, which is amazing (and, good). I ALSO get to experience the woods, plus physical exhertion, which i DO ENJOY (and don't experience much now); so, watching his videos exhilerate me: THANKS!! 😃🙃👣
Refreshing . My dad passed when I was 14 in 1964 . We went camping every summer . Loved it , tent camping turned into 40’ fifthwheel !!! Times of my life .
:: Gear List ::
After receiving countless messages from viewers about supporting the channel through Amazon, I have begun using Amazon Affiliate links in the Adventure Videos and if you choose to purchase one of these products via these links I will receive a small commission which will help fund future honest reviews and adventures.
The channel remains as it always was, 100% Agenda Free with no sponsored videos, no paid reviews, and I don't care if you purchase these products or not; you won't find affiliate links in review videos only in adventures.
I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.
For this trip, here are the big items that I used.
Gear List :
Hilleberg Nammatj 2 Tent : amzn.to/345m2c9
Fjallraven Polar - 20f Sleeping Bag :
Sunjack Light Stick : amzn.to/3fgRxGu
Fjallraven Barrents Pants : amzn.to/3fFvUyN
SCARPA Men's Kailash Trek GTX Hiking Boot : amzn.to/342zFcd
North Face Zealot Backpack :
Marmot Minimalist Rain Jacket : amzn.to/3wuGWh7
Snugpak Rain Pants : amzn.to/3hBACQG
MSR Pocket Rocket Stove : amzn.to/3vbYCh1
MSR Titan Small Cup : amzn.to/3f8U4T0
Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : amzn.to/3ywOpOw
Lighters : amzn.to/3vhdXwU
Thermarest XTherm Sleeping Pad : amzn.to/3vcsEBr
Marmot Down Jacket : amzn.to/3vmf4vl
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : amzn.to/3vcItrL
NiteCore NU32 Headlamp : amzn.to/3fxqLbU
Outdoor Research Monster Mitts :
What an adventure! I'll never be brave enough to try it but I can enjoy and appreciate you having a fantastic time and sharing it with us. As you say ... know your limits. And this is beyond mine.
It’s important to know the limits of your gear. Many companies “fib” or stretch the truth of their claims. Not knowing your physical limits or your gear limits can result in injury or a life threatening situation.
Loved your video Luke . I can tell you what a nice feeling hearing that wind and snow outside and being all nice and comfy inside . I just love it. Great tent . As for the snow after being in the forces I was letter carrier for 35 yrs . Out here in Canada I really hated Fall rain that froze your hands . Or freezing ... rain Not much you can do with rain except wool or polar fleece gloves/ mits still helped a bit even wet. Now for the snow walking for miles in knee high at sometimes -40c was a killer. No one was out... not even dogs running trying to bite your ass . After work sometimes you just lied down in bed completely drained. You didn't even feel like having something to eat. Now for the podcast you must listen to The Liviathan chronicles . You will be hooked. Let me know if you like it too . Thanks for the adventure : )
pretty handy looking pack mate, looks like walking poles may have come in handy. great vid , thank you
Walking poles are available from almost any tree!
Luke, I'm an old hand at camping in New England. In my youth I've been out in some truly nasty storms. (I'm heading back up there in a couple of years.) That being said, a couple of recommendations.
Wear some Sunglasses. Wrap arounds are better but anything is better than nothing. Not only do they keep the snow out of your Eyes but they cut down on Snow Glare. (No you don't need Snow Goggles.)
Spikes for the Boots, They don't cost much and they will save your butt.
Trekking Poles or a Walking Stick.
The Stove is great even though I prefer the "Old School Svea 123". Make sure you have enough Fuel.
Food, the Freeze Dried Foods are great but pack along something else. Tuna in Oil is Great as is Bully Beef or Tinned Corned Beef. (All are high in Fat so great for emergency Foods.) Anything high in Fat is great for Cold Weather.
The Camp Site. Man did that look nice but I would have set up somewhere below the Wood Line. There I would have been able to get a Fire Going as well as being out of the worst of the Wind.
Then again that's just me and my approach to Camping.
Ed
Good advice Ed.
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Ed Cook And I will suggest something else : stop speaking all-the-time!! It’s really really tiresome. 😩
Cx
As he was hiking in I saw a very large rock I would have set up at. So the heat of the fire would be reflected back.
You are the BEST camping CZcamsr ever!!!
Mr ballin is the best guy for podcasts on those subjects
Love it that you camp and hike in tough weather 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I used to walk in blizzard s just to get to work back in Chicago.
Walk to school in Milwaukee in -10 and windy.
Yup... Uphill both ways. 😉
Pretty impressive accomplishment. Your positive spin on things-noting the beauty of it, and signs of wildlife along the way, for example-is no doubt a help!
I'm glad I'm not the only one who gets happier the colder it gets!
You get the official double back You Tube award for the most double backs in one video !!! With a high degree of difficulty !
Just beautiful amazing stuff .
Just proves that a well prepared human being can go to any kind of situation and still have fun .
Chame I wasn't there and we don't have that kind of Wether in England
Just beautiful - the white snow and the black of the trees. Beautiful scenery. One of my favorite "Luke" videos.
He is always happy and positive. The harder the better.
Hilleberg! Swedish quality, the best tent and tarp brand in the world! 🌲 🇸🇪👊
And a Fjällräven sleeping bag
Awesome Adventure! Thanks so much for bringing us along. I hope all is well with you and your family and looking forward to the next one, as always
Love your human honest dont care what people think insights/comments/true life stories. Thanks .
WOW a perfect winter wonderland 🤩 got to dash as I need a cup of tea to warm me up 🥶
What a great video Luke, I love the way you explain what’s going on and how you feel. I couldn’t stop watching, bravo my friend. Stay Safe !
I got a winter adventure for you! I went camping on Mt. Beacon during the Blizzard of 93! What an amazing time. 3.5ft!
Nothing to do but relax and eat and maybe a nice nap..:)...At least I would..I'm older and love naps...!!!..Also lower profile 3 or 4 season tents can withstand almost any weather..I toured out west for 35 years on motorcycles and camped out 95% of the time..I have seen it all weather wise..The main thing I learned is to stay dry and pack plenty of food..That way if you get stuck somewhere you can manage..Sometimes i would camp up at mountain passes and this was well before cell phones so sometimes you would get stuck in a storm for a day or two..I accepted everything Mother Nature through at me and never had an issue..I loved every minute of those challenges..:).
My podcast que is never complete without True Crime All The Time. Those guys put out a splendid show.
I am realy impressed by the tent.
Great vid as usual.
I agree with Ed on the shades. In this weather you realy nead them
I regularly go solo deep snow wheelin and camping in the mountains of the PNW. It’s one of the most relaxing things ever.
Hi luke you and your lovely wife are doing a fantastic job camping keep it up all your fans on youtube love what you and your wife doing with all the campers out there
Okay, I'm just going to say. I love watching you, your wife. You both make me smile. I work in an ER. I do my best to make my patients smile, but it's not always possible. I come home from work to watch you and your wife vlogging.
We wrap the gas bottle in a shirt and sleep with it in the bottom of the sleeping bag. That way we have gas for coffee in the morning.
Hey just found your channel. I’m so glad, I really like this kind of content and the way you experience it and share it is absolutely amazing. It’s almost as if I’m right there with you on your adventure!!!
On an other note, what are some of favorite books (could be stories or technical) about survival/adventure etc... thx
Ravens and Crows make noises like that. I really like the adventures you go on.
Oh man, I c ould feel that snow on the face and the snow underfoot. Thanks for stirring up the memories. Knees won't let my do that any more. Keep well.
loving this wonderful video so much Luke, it's so awesome seeing another snow adventure it really means a lot. I love watching your videos so much. A big thumbs-up on this one.
What a great adventure! I love your comments about the common sense missing in survival manuals.
Wow what an awesome adventure. Enjoyed the rain, ice and snow sound on the tent. I'm so glad I'm only watching. I feel like I'm freezing with you. Have a safe trip back.
Me and two of my buddies used to go up to the Adirondacks High Peaks in Keene Vally NY every winter to ice climb. We'd camp out, MH Trango 2 tents, -20 bags, double pads and Lowe Alpine Contour 4 packs in sleds and Lowe Alpine Alpine Attack 60 packs on our backs. We'd go up and in for a week to ten days. Some of the best times I've ever had. Nights dipped down to -15 but we were ready and comfortable. We're talking double plastic boots, crampons or snow shoes, three layer Gortex or Triple Point Ceramic jackets and pants plus Patagonia Capaliene or Reactor base and mid layers. We loved it. I miss it now but I'm 63 and know better than to try and push the envelope anymore.
The worst part of waking up is having to pee in sub-freezing temps
Use a pee bottle into the tent before hike. Works for me.
Everyone I know thinks I'm crazy cause l tell them I can hear the snow coming, I'm glad to know I'm not the only one that can hear it on the way.
I've been binge watching ur videos, its my bucketlist to try camping, i wish i can go with you..never seen a snow in my life, but i experience cold weather, travelling around asia. Thanks for sharing. Im a fan TOGR
❤️From tropical country 🇵🇭
I absolutely love your show! Watch it almost on a daily basis. 😊
hi luke, love the vids... a trick i use while hiking in cold weather, in to wear my shell directly over my skin, keeps the wind off, and you vent as needed to evaporate the moisture. the sweat and body oils don't foul your absorbent layers. at camp, i simply add under layers as i cool down. ps, you can add a fleece over your shell for extra warmth if needed. again it wont be absorbing sweat.
rob
My favorite video! I've watched 6 times,!
It’s one of mine too, this is my second time watching. The only problem is that I have work to do ughh I want to go backpacking so bad.
Glad to know I'm not the only one that watches Luke's videos multiple times
I watched all his videos repeatedly lol
Dude that was amazing. You are special. God bless.
Just recently started to watch your shows and really enjoying them. Looking forward to watching more of them
I absolutely love these videos Luke. You do a brilliant job and for me (who doesn't get to do this as much as I would like) it's the next best thing. Thank you so much!
When I hike in ice and/or snow, I use walking sticks to help with traction and stability.
Walking into a snowstorm such as this takes guts. It’s scary just watching you… Thankfully you got through this ok…
I fell asleep to this last night, now I am coming back to watch it.
For what it's worth thank you for sharing your experience with me ! brother you are the Truth .I love your channel!
Awesome video Luke!!!! I always look forward to watching them!!!
You seem to be really having fun. And I get helpful tips! Keep it up, bro!
good tent, good gear and excellent attitude always gets the job done. Winter camping here in Colorado is a little different when measured in Ft.
There's probably a lot of peas in the stew because peas have a lot of protein. It's the protein that a lot of vegetarians go to that are avoiding soy. 😊. With love❤ from sunny 🌅 Arizona 🌵
Thank You for these wonderful adventures. I used to camp a lot when I was younger and have decided to start camping again. My grandsons want to camp also so I have gotten them to watching your channel to learn all they can . Our first time out will be in about a month. I am going to break them in easy as we are going to camp in the yard of my lake cabin and fish during the day. I am getting some Mountain House meals and even though we may have a campfire they are going to learn to boil water over a little Solo Titan twig stove. It may not be quite as adventurous as what you do but it is a start and if I can instill in them a love for the out doors then one day they can tell me about the adventures they go on. Thanks again Luke.
I live in Ontario Canada. -40 is the coldest ive been in .. its the same in Farenheight and degrees Celcius. I used to walk to school , it was up hill both ways..lol
this is one of the best storm camping video i have ever seen.
Hey Luke, I have already watched this having a rewatch. I love your videos I love your slogan strength and honour! You are definitely one of my favourite creators. You are always positive and I love that your knowledge of the outdoors. Your kids are very lucky to have had you as a father. Your principles are always spot on 👍
If the end of the world happened I believe Luke you would be the ond of the last men standing 😂 I would be seeking you out ....even from Scotland lol. Take care luke, lobe your incredible adventures. Chels🏴
broken glass? disrespectful campers leaving their mess behind BRING IT IN BRING IT OUT!!! leave the land better then when you got there !!!
The closer to a road you are, the more likely that the campsite will be used for people out to party more than backpackers.
If you're not going to pack out someone else's beer cans, don't burn them. That way someone else can pack it out. The Forestry and National Park services don't want trash being left or burned. Campsites accessible by vehicle tend to be the trashiest which is ironic in that it's easier to pack your trash out when your vehicle is there.
Most trips of only a night or two, I bring a trash bag and pack out as much as I feel like carrying. The trails need as many volunteers as they can get. And the lids on cans operate in both directions.
Agreed!
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I really enjoy watching your videos. You always make it so interesting and keeps us informed so well. Keep them coming , great videos.
Luke, feb 8 of 2018, on my bday, my father and went to hike mt rogers and parked at elk garden trailhead...they said 1 inch of snow, but nobody said anything of the 9-10 inches already on the ground...we hiked until the snow came in around the knees.lol...we turned around and went home...fun times!
Thanks, Luke! Never gets old.
Nice fun video. I would recommend goggles here from the Rockies for comfort. That sleet and blowing snow is tough on the eyeballs.
The beef stew is one of my favorites ^^
Thank you sir for taking us along with you
You need some tinted ski goggles for walking around in a blizzard! :)
Thanks for the awesome adventure!!
Look into some boot chains, worked great for me to work on an iced over car lot.
Luke, I fell asleep just when you did in the video. And I slept darn well with all the rain and wind outside ;-)
I work at The North Face and I can confirm. We do still make waterproof bags.
Wow great stuffs and awesome adventure! I love hiking too during snow
Kahtoola Micro Spikes my friend! Cheers! Great trip Luke!
Really recommend those spikes :)
They don’t fit on all boots
you are so rite, kahtoola or trailsound, both comparable, plus he needs poles
You need to bring a compact soft bristle brush for the tent and tungsten steel stakes. Just a thought !
Just saw this tonight. It just blew Me away. Excellent video! I love sharing the experience with the Lone Wolf. Signed, grandma.
Awesome as always.
Thank you 😊 bunches!