A Gruelling 3 Day Packraft Trip in the Rain (BROKEN & BRUISED)

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    Join me and Mattsy (The Silly Swagman) for a gruelling 3 day packraft trip down a wild and remote river that rarely see's people.
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Komentáře • 191

  • @helenpope5898
    @helenpope5898 Před 9 měsíci +54

    Just came out of a 16 hour power blackout here in outback North Queensland, temperature is 39 degrees, no internet or phone,and a cyclone has us lined up aswell when BANGO! Power is on, phone and internet is back up! AND...SCOTTY HAS UPLOADED!🕺💃🕺💃 Life is good!👍

    • @jensbaufeldt7543
      @jensbaufeldt7543 Před 9 měsíci +3

      Good luck up there.

    • @HJane1967
      @HJane1967 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Hope you got through all that, safe n sound 🥰

  • @a24-45
    @a24-45 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Wow, that was tough. Hope the ankle and the stitches are all well recovered!
    I was with a group in the Blue Mountains once, we made a long steep walk down the escarpment into the valley, to go swimming in a 'secret' waterhole. As expected, there was no-one else in this isolated gully when we arrived. We stripped off for a swim, and hadn't been there 15 minutes when one of our group slipped over on a slimy rock and hurt her ankle. It swelled up straight away and she couldnt put any weight on it. She was in a fair bit of pain and we feared it was broken. 40 years ago there weren't any satellite phones. The track out was so steep and narrow that carrying her was nearly impossible. In the end she sort of hopped all the way up the track on one leg, hanging on to 2 sets of shoulders. We weren't sure we could even get her to the top, but we did; once there, our cars were at hand and everything got sorted.
    Since then I have never taken safety in the bush for granted and I've had to deal with a few medical situations in the bush. Good to see you were prepared with a first aid kit and bandages.

  • @jonchristopher2327
    @jonchristopher2327 Před 9 měsíci +26

    The 2 of you make great entertaining videos that bring smiles and also show a very different perspective. Thanks

  • @StephNuggs
    @StephNuggs Před 5 měsíci +6

    So glad you brougth Ned Flanders along for the ride

  • @mudeye5739
    @mudeye5739 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Pretty easy to injure yourself portaging. I broke my foot packrafting in New Zealand (kicked a rock wading in the river), the next day I rolled my packraft in a rapid and got separated from my raft. I was stranded and had to activate my inreach device, a helicopter was sent to rescue me.

  • @Comp3630
    @Comp3630 Před 9 měsíci +9

    The tougher the trip the better the memories, well done gentlemen.

  • @orbearis
    @orbearis Před 9 měsíci +7

    I really do love your videos. Unfortunately, at my age (79) I have too many issue with knees an legs so I can't get into or out of a Kayak. With THAT in mind, I do it thru your videos.

  • @captxcountry9835
    @captxcountry9835 Před měsícem

    Very nice trip! As Mattsy stated, a perfect Alpacka Raft commercial to show the durability of those things :)

  • @welshbearbushcraft798
    @welshbearbushcraft798 Před 5 měsíci

    I work alot around waterfalls and we use ice grips to stop us from slipping you on the rocks they work wonders. You can pick them up pretty cheap if you have boots you can even buy ice stud's for them which you install permanently into the boot they are awesome for slippery rocks also both options are inexpensive. You can pick them up for less than $30 it beats spending thousands of dollars getting chopperd out with a broken ankle. 😊

  • @truthseeker922
    @truthseeker922 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Well done boys for surviving such a hellish adventure. You guys work so well together. You're like the Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis of Aussie bushcraft.

  • @boilertech44
    @boilertech44 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Wow, I'm hurting just watching you two grind through this. Glad you both made it safely! Thanks for sharing.

  • @ronaldwhite5670
    @ronaldwhite5670 Před 9 měsíci +18

    Well boys, I’ve watched both presentations on this “adventure”. Both presentations were professionally delivered. Very interesting and very picturesque. The courage and determination displayed by both of you was remarkable. Your compatibility throughout such an arduous venture was a breath of fresh air. Congratulations on surviving, and thank you, cheers 🍻

  • @kevinbrennan2004
    @kevinbrennan2004 Před 9 měsíci +2

    That was one of the most painful experiences of my life. Damn you two blokes 😵‍💫😵‍💫

  • @GaryTischer
    @GaryTischer Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great video guys. As a fellow packrafter, I’d call that trip a hike …. an epic hike 🏕️🐍

  • @Kcignatius
    @Kcignatius Před měsícem

    Deadset Legends. This was one of my favs.

  • @Fiona_Chasing_Light
    @Fiona_Chasing_Light Před 9 měsíci +4

    This really was an exceptional effort for both of you - to come out of such a challenging trip with great videos is such an achievement! It's also been really wonderful to see your friendship and camaraderie - so glad this was a trip you both did so you came out alive!

  • @hunterocean
    @hunterocean Před 9 měsíci +3

    The arduous trips are always the most memorable. Love your work. Thankyou 🤩

  • @rosemaryshepherdsmith5110
    @rosemaryshepherdsmith5110 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Awsome adventure, hope your injuries are quick o heal.
    You do great together

  • @lanecountybigfooters5716
    @lanecountybigfooters5716 Před 9 měsíci +1

    What a BEAUTIFUL river! Unbelievable. Those drone shots...wow! I LOVE seeing Australia like this. Thank you for that. Also the shot at 12:07 is perfection, the perfect camp. glad you survived and thank you so much for taking us along.

  • @aussiebruce0138
    @aussiebruce0138 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Hey, BIG, thank you to you two for taking that hit for our enjoyment. I'm missing the campfire quite a bit at the moment. You two filled a hole for a while. Well done as always, Scotty. 😊

  • @deekelley891
    @deekelley891 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Wow! What an adventure! I’m exhausted and all I did was watch! Glad you both got home mostly unscathed.

  • @herbsmith6871
    @herbsmith6871 Před 9 měsíci +1

    That was absolutely brutal! But it's so much fun when you two get together. Thanks for sharing my friend 🤠

  • @dorothykennett2606
    @dorothykennett2606 Před 9 měsíci +1

    You guys are pure class!! Coctails in the wild ! Magnificent!

  • @campfirejesus
    @campfirejesus Před 9 měsíci +5

    Seriously well done on this mate, it must have been incredibly difficult to put that amount of effort into filming on such a taxing trip

  • @aricketts2000
    @aricketts2000 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Well done boys bloody top effort rewarded us with great scenery & serenity absolute banger of upload Well done Scotty.

  • @dorknuckle
    @dorknuckle Před 9 měsíci +2

    What a great pair you two make, fabulous video I can’t begin to imagine how difficult that must’ve been!!

  • @ivansiladji
    @ivansiladji Před 8 měsíci +2

    Haha. Credit to Scotty for carrying around 1kg extra in the pack just for pina coladas for 2 days. 🤣 Nice work fellas.

  • @leannasty
    @leannasty Před 8 měsíci +1

    What a trip Scotty. Having dipped my toes in to filming adventures recently and experiencing how much goes on behind the scenes and how much exhaustion it all adds, in addition with the already gruelling mission, I can't imagine how cooked you guys would have been during this. Cheers

  • @kevinkrause744
    @kevinkrause744 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful country! Felt soled shoes/ boots are great on slippery rocks.

  • @northwestwalking
    @northwestwalking Před 8 měsíci

    Once again good sir, you’ve entertained and inspired us! Thanks for sharing your epic weekend.

  • @leighbaragwanath
    @leighbaragwanath Před 8 měsíci

    Tough going Scotty, great to watch & grateful it wasn’t me having to tough it out. Thanks for your commitment.

  • @rodgeorge7244
    @rodgeorge7244 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Awesome effort Scotty you and Mattsy are very entertaining and maybe a little crazy .As for the mole removal good idea I had one on my back that started to change shape off to the Doc byopsy then the big shock it was Malignant Melinoma surgery to remove it about 150 stitches but they got it all so big sigh of relief that was about 14 years ago .Stay safe mate.

  • @richardrichards5982
    @richardrichards5982 Před 8 měsíci

    What an adventure!

  • @VintageRestorationsAustralia

    Astral Rassler kayak boots - super super good for such trips, I have been using them for my packraft adventures for years.

  • @rosemaryshepherdsmith5110

    2nd time ive watched. The two of you are part of my fav vids, both awsome together. 😊

  • @JosiahPilon
    @JosiahPilon Před 4 měsíci

    Come to British Columbia! I believe you’d really enjoy the scenery and backpacking trails here.
    Also, love the videos!

  • @joelandersson8504
    @joelandersson8504 Před 9 měsíci

    Oh the sweet struggle! Paddling down a completely calm and meandering river is just boring, to the point that "meander" is a bad word to me and my friend. It was October or November, not a nice time on the northern hemisphere. It had rained for weeks. We went in three or four times, and even the birch bark and dead spruce twigs the survival experts tell you about wouldn't burn.
    Still great memories...

  • @richardeljay
    @richardeljay Před 9 měsíci

    Great, gruelling, vid. For 1st time watched channel on wide TV screen .. some of drone shots showed real beautiful (if unforgiving) scenery. All of this for our entertainment. Thank you.

  • @flamefox8989
    @flamefox8989 Před 8 měsíci

    Such beautiful scenery.

  • @Oh-Wells
    @Oh-Wells Před 9 měsíci

    One of the most visually beautiful videos you've produced, but the dedication and positivity in face of some serious trials is the real story here.
    I've always subscribed to the theory of the 'three types of fun', and this very much looked like Type-II fun. We're all privileged to get to be spectators to that story!

  • @DukeRaoul-69
    @DukeRaoul-69 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Absolute legends. Well done lads, that looked brutal.

  • @PerspectiveAustralia
    @PerspectiveAustralia Před 9 měsíci

    Loved seeing both perspectives here. It was brutal hey, but also so beautiful. I hope that the infection was kept at bay. Thanks for a great video!

  • @PaulMacDonald-bc2nx
    @PaulMacDonald-bc2nx Před 9 měsíci +1

    I felt the pain …. The Alton hootchie swag combo looks great …. I have the 3x3 already and the hootchie on the way … can’t wait to get the swag

  • @billcotton1551
    @billcotton1551 Před 8 měsíci

    What a trip, Scotty! Glad the Swagman wasn't hurt too seriously. I did hear that a Yowee was spotted wearing a hat.

  • @westongrilloruns
    @westongrilloruns Před 7 měsíci

    Hey man looking forward to your next video!

  • @theomallos1091
    @theomallos1091 Před 8 měsíci

    You boys need some canyon shoes... Epic video, keep up the good work.

  • @Amanda-ei7oc
    @Amanda-ei7oc Před 9 měsíci

    Been a fan of yours for a long time now Scotty but I bloody love your videos with Mattsy! You guys have a great connection on camera and always have some fabulous adventures. The film work and vistas in this one were epic! And what a massive effort for the both of you to do it! Thanks so much for sharing it with us all.

  • @byroncrump4390
    @byroncrump4390 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great story telling & editing on top of the excellent footage definitely top shelf video

  • @lolcatz88
    @lolcatz88 Před 7 měsíci

    Congrats on your news! Baby walkabouts will keep you busy once he’s born Scotty! Here’s hoping Mrs Walkabout has a smooth pregnancy and a safe delivery 🤱🏼

  • @BushKayakersCampingAustralia

    Nice wild rugged country . nice vid . In my younger days i use to get down into lots of wild places like that in the gorge country around the New England tablelands nsw . Maybe you should get up there and give some of those places a go Probably some great packrafting trips there . might want to take some abseiling gear with you too just to be sure

  • @Judy-fi7ce
    @Judy-fi7ce Před 9 měsíci

    What a challenging paddle and hike, to say the least. Don't know how you did it. All those boulders and then Mattsy spraining his ankle. Good to see Mattsy again. That Pina Colada must've tasted extra good after a hard day. Congrats on catching the carp Mattsy! Nice drone shots which showed all those boulders you had to traverse. Great video!

  • @noral1188
    @noral1188 Před 7 měsíci

    I can really relate to your suffering and pain, yet you two managed to get through. Given your extensive experience in the outdoors, you ought to apply for the TV show "ALONE." Thank you for sharing your experience.

  • @kevinc8606
    @kevinc8606 Před 8 měsíci

    Great video. as always good times and adventures. Glad to see you two together.

  • @TR1L.16
    @TR1L.16 Před 8 měsíci

    The pare of you are awesome thank you for another amazing video ❤❤

  • @sharyns.shenanigans
    @sharyns.shenanigans Před 8 měsíci

    Congratulations on great editing, I really felt how gruelling the trip was and enjoyed every minute of your amazing raw adventure.

  • @tevoro12
    @tevoro12 Před 8 měsíci

    Great adventure - get well soon both of you!

  • @aRVeesBlog
    @aRVeesBlog Před 9 měsíci

    wow very interesting experience friend

  • @cocinandoconsoli
    @cocinandoconsoli Před 7 měsíci

    What a beatiful place ❤

  • @lolcatz88
    @lolcatz88 Před 9 měsíci

    That sure was a special little camp spot you had there boys! Awesome 🤩

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Be careful Scotty ! 🥺

  • @zander_williment
    @zander_williment Před 8 měsíci

    One of my fave vids of yours I reckon. Good effort documenting all the hard stuff, that’s when you really just wanna put the camera away. Loved the tunes too. Gotta get me a packraft!

  • @fisher898
    @fisher898 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Some of the best camping/ adventure content on CZcams..

    • @fale892
      @fale892 Před 9 měsíci

      You need to watch Jim Baird and his adventures in the Yukon. A million times better.

    • @daintytech
      @daintytech Před 9 měsíci

      ⁠@@fale892whilst Jim Baird’s adventures are epic, Scotty’s channel has a different vibe. Both are great channels nonetheless.

  • @randyhiggins9635
    @randyhiggins9635 Před 8 měsíci

    Watched this one again ! I feel for you ! What a grueling trip ! Used to plan my trips by the amount of rain coming while on your trip. That would easily be a class 4 or more rapids if it was flood stage !!

  • @Mr880881
    @Mr880881 Před 8 měsíci

    Very well done gents ....... all phases of the video

  • @rikkim4818
    @rikkim4818 Před 9 měsíci

    Stunning cam work Scotty. Just beautiful.

  • @michaelvandromme
    @michaelvandromme Před 8 měsíci

    What a great video, you should do a video with Beau!

  • @dazZz-666
    @dazZz-666 Před měsícem

    I don't know how You guys wear those low cut ankle shoes when carrying Packs and hopping Rocks, No Ankle support at all. Mattsy was so lucky he didn't snap his Ankle. Nice video though guys despite the hard slog fest. Well done again. Ya's definitely earn those Pina Colada's 👍

  • @meandmyoru
    @meandmyoru Před 9 měsíci

    Wow! Stunning location! It looked like a trip where you ended up walking more than paddling! But what an adventure! I think that cocktail was well & truly needed that's for sure 😀 Definitely must have been one big trip to remember!!

  • @BCBoatsAndCanoes
    @BCBoatsAndCanoes Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for your efforts guys !

  • @EdAddison
    @EdAddison Před 8 měsíci

    Hellish trip but damned entertaining!

  • @wombatbreath
    @wombatbreath Před 9 měsíci

    Brilliant - great framing, story-telling, and location. The chemistry between you and your perspectives provide some great entertainment. Well worth watching both of your vids of this trip - Thanks!

  • @SamClarkPhotographerAdventurer

    Awesome video Scotty! Amazing footage from the drone. A pretty grueling trip for sure, especially on those slippery rocks!

  • @kentcartner1612
    @kentcartner1612 Před 9 měsíci

    Awsome mission. That would be some hectic water in high flows with all the sieves and strainers.

  • @timchilman
    @timchilman Před 8 měsíci

    The adventure begins when things go wrong! Awesome vid.

  • @bruceparr1678
    @bruceparr1678 Před 8 měsíci

    Volleys give the best grip in those conditions. That is why roof tilers wear them.

  • @ezlow1065
    @ezlow1065 Před 8 měsíci

    Blooming brilliant! Well done lads! Greetings from Northern Rivers nsw

  • @GoingSoloOutdoors
    @GoingSoloOutdoors Před 9 měsíci

    A fantastic watch! Really great editing and story telling. Appreciate all the hard work Scotty! Gonna need to try one of those ancient Cuban sprained ankle remedies 😂👍

  • @leighwilson5646
    @leighwilson5646 Před 8 měsíci

    excellent video

  • @WarriorsGirlsSixteenpointfour

    Such a great video , one of the best ones , glad you boys got through , keep up the amazing vids you inspired me to do more camping with my kids

  • @samajier2566
    @samajier2566 Před 8 měsíci

    Great video

  • @angiepie111
    @angiepie111 Před 8 měsíci

    Loved this one! Stunning scenes, and you guys are such a fun duo

  • @yvonnepoor1366
    @yvonnepoor1366 Před 9 měsíci

    You and Mattsy never do easy packrafting trips 😂. I was cringing at all the ankle rollers you two had to get through. Thanks for the video, really enjoyed it.

  • @unfi6798
    @unfi6798 Před 8 měsíci

    Congrats mate. Perseverance does pay off. Atleast you've got half of the Kelly Gang. Cheers cobber.!

  • @markmcgrath2540
    @markmcgrath2540 Před 9 měsíci

    Great job fellas. Haven't been able to get out for a while and really missing the bush. Your vids just make keener to get out. 👍

  • @louiskudlak2256
    @louiskudlak2256 Před 8 měsíci

    That was epic, such an accomplishment, well done, would be something to strive for, lov to do something like that, push my physical boundaries ❤

  • @rhondachapman3688
    @rhondachapman3688 Před 9 měsíci

    Can’t believe you guys made it through the gorge of doom with only one injury. Job well done boys 💜💜

  • @allisonmcdonell5860
    @allisonmcdonell5860 Před 9 měsíci

    Always look forward to your content Scotty. Always get a laugh with Maxi on board ✌

  • @CraigHenneberry
    @CraigHenneberry Před 8 měsíci

    EPIC! Loved those drone shots and that soundtrack too 💪🏼👌

  • @harrisoncandlin
    @harrisoncandlin Před 8 měsíci

    Mate this was awesome! Wild place

  • @adammcguinness9950
    @adammcguinness9950 Před 9 měsíci

    Well done on the carp catch! Another one bites the dust.

  • @Lukeslittletribe
    @Lukeslittletribe Před 9 měsíci

    Well done fellas .. your grit and determination was inspiring. Also makes me laugh seeing how much Mattsy has caught the fishing bug 😂

  • @LittleLeafyLifeBrisbane
    @LittleLeafyLifeBrisbane Před 9 měsíci

    Bloody great watch.

  • @sydorov
    @sydorov Před 7 měsíci

    Speedy recovery to Michael!
    Is there many goats there?
    They are horrible to the environment.

  • @davidlandells4443
    @davidlandells4443 Před 9 měsíci

    Cracked of a trip mate. well deserved drinks indeed 😊

  • @norfolkwild943
    @norfolkwild943 Před 8 měsíci

    Good Flick Boys!... Matt really needs a net, watching him flounder around to grab those mud marlin was hard to see!

  • @ktswandering
    @ktswandering Před 8 měsíci

    Aaah the exuberance of youth! An entertaining vid, but next time.....listen to the app. Hope Silly Swagman recovers from his injury quickly.

  • @RomanPepper
    @RomanPepper Před 9 měsíci

    Салют,Скотти! Некоторое время назад я посмотрел этот фильм от другого человека, твоего напарника ))) Мне понравилось путешествие и юмо ваш,он оригинален)))) Мы все смеялись над пониманием шуток,так держать!!!

  • @workerant7874
    @workerant7874 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Heavier line and not trying to skull drag fish out of the water will increase old mate's carp tally.

  • @glenneslick3497
    @glenneslick3497 Před 9 měsíci

    Huckleberry Fin , Australian style🤙🦘😅

  • @campscape
    @campscape Před 9 měsíci

    One of your best edits yet mate! Mattsy is one of a kind haha.