My First Time Backpacking in the Snow

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  • čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
  • With no experience hiking in the winter, and very little backpacking at all, I figured it would be fun to tackle a snow-covered trail in -12 degree weather.
    I hiked a trail in Ohio called the Zaleski South Loop: Moonville rail Trail.
    Also I said -12 degrees above which is in Celsius to sound more dramatic. That's 10 degrees Fahrenheit, which is still way too cold, but still, just sayin.
    Quick tips other than bring super warm clothes/sleeping bag:
    - Trekking poles are great in the snow
    - Water freezes (who knew)
    - Don't fall into creeks
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Komentáře • 150

  • @dickcox2250
    @dickcox2250 Před 3 měsíci +55

    “Nighttime is a problem for later me.”
    I have never felt a statement in my soul more.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +3

      Lol, im glad to have you on my side

  • @vyx2966
    @vyx2966 Před 3 měsíci +37

    Your narration is wonderful, it's the perfect balance of interesting and background noise! I think this channel may convince me to go try backpacking :)

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +3

      Thanks! I love to hear that

  • @NickandRachel
    @NickandRachel Před 3 měsíci +29

    Definitely skinwalker tracks 😂 one time I went camping it was 4° out and my sleeping mat got a hole in it so I was basically sleeping on The Frozen ground all night. Definitely the worst camping experience I've ever had and I've also been flooded several times 😅

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +5

      Ohh boy, oh boy, that sounds like a lovely time lol. I think if that happened to me, I would have just called it a night, packed up, and hiked back in the dark haha

    • @NickandRachel
      @NickandRachel Před 3 měsíci +3

      @@MinnowTank I guess we're pretty stubborn in our car wasn't too far from us and we decided to tough it out 😂 if that ever happens again you better believe I'm hiking back lol

    • @georgcuro
      @georgcuro Před 3 měsíci +1

      Your are quite perceptive @NickandRachel . Or maybe just Rachel. A bear or a skinwalker walking like a bear? Good try skinwalker!

    • @NickandRachel
      @NickandRachel Před 2 měsíci

      @@georgcuro 😂

    • @RecomALT
      @RecomALT Před 2 měsíci +1

      It’s always a good idea to bring some duct table or could work for a night

  • @redcapote4760
    @redcapote4760 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Always carry extra socks. Your feet are as important as food and water. Also, practice making a fire, so that you can look after your feet and potentially have warmth.

  • @RandoPandaSmiles
    @RandoPandaSmiles Před 2 měsíci +4

    This style of video production is very reminiscent of the Dick Proenneke videos. Great scenery with lighthearted narration. A tried and true method. 10/10

  • @viperking12387
    @viperking12387 Před 3 měsíci +17

    Love doing these smaller hikes when you crash wherever you decide. Always the hardest getting up in the morning! Great video, looking forward to more!

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +4

      Thank ya! And yeah, packing everything up in the morning especially when its freezing cold is rough. But, im definitely looking forward to exploring many more trails!

  • @TruuGemini
    @TruuGemini Před 3 měsíci +11

    Man I’m a fan of your channel. Your narration is so good.

  • @Pebphiz
    @Pebphiz Před 3 měsíci +10

    I hope to see more adventure videos from you, the vibes and editing are top notch!

  • @Craild
    @Craild Před 25 dny

    Hey, Great Video. Just a quick tip. I keep my boots in my sleeping bag over night for drying and keeping them warm. Have fun with your future adventures!

  • @jairmartinez2246
    @jairmartinez2246 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This channel is going to boom, I can already see it!
    Great work man!

  • @Maebbie
    @Maebbie Před 2 měsíci +1

    there is that anime where they camp in winter called Yuru Camp this video kind of felt like an episode of it. Cant wait for your video of your first time backpacking in the scorching heat in summer.

  • @SwAgEr256
    @SwAgEr256 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Really love your energy and narration style ❤
    I hope to keep seeing your adventures in the future

  • @jerek9378
    @jerek9378 Před 10 dny

    I understand the frozen shoe part. Once during the winter, I fell into a giant creek and got my legs soaked. That night at camp, I went to bed super early because my feet were so cold. When I woke up, the laces were so frozen that I could pull them up and they'd hold their shape like pipe cleaners. Thankfully, that was the last day and we were taking a shorter route out, since one of my friends injured himself the day before. My feet were completely numb the whole way back.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 4 dny

      Yepp thats wild. The winter doesnt mess around

  • @PeterBee911
    @PeterBee911 Před měsícem

    Your videos are amazing dude! Hope to see you do more hiking/backpacking videos!
    You convey such a cozy vibe.

  • @quintenmckinney
    @quintenmckinney Před 2 měsíci +1

    your voice is perfect for narration its very soft and friendly

  • @jacobyoung4835
    @jacobyoung4835 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Awesome to see new people out in the hiking community. Welcome. Tip wrap Walmart plastic bags around your feet to help keep them dry. Also you should come to the Sam Houston National park and try the Lone Star trail in TX. February, March and September, October are really nice here.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +4

      Bags could have been helpful, i like that. Also sweet, ill check that spot out and see if I can make it!

  • @michelandringa1448
    @michelandringa1448 Před 2 měsíci

    Great experience. Im looking forward to your next trip. A tip van be a s,al cushion for your butt of a helinix ground chair. Its increases 500grams bit Michel more comfortable.

  • @hqbattery
    @hqbattery Před měsícem

    this may be one of my new favorite channels!

  • @justjosh188
    @justjosh188 Před 23 dny

    this video was awesome thanks this summer i’m going to try to go backpacking

  • @wanderinggrizzly7434
    @wanderinggrizzly7434 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I love your casual sense of humor, subbed for sure.

  • @CalvertE98
    @CalvertE98 Před měsícem

    Awesome videos man please keep it up! Great style and great humor

  • @denisramic3079
    @denisramic3079 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Love you videos man, hiking is my favorite outdoors hobby. Keep up the great work!

  • @calebmiller2826
    @calebmiller2826 Před 2 měsíci

    Nice vids man. Looking forward to seeing more stuff from you this spring!

  • @kevinb1756
    @kevinb1756 Před 3 měsíci

    Just subscribed. Really impressed with your two videos so far and appreciate your sense of humor and honesty.

  • @greelsen
    @greelsen Před 3 měsíci +1

    Found you like 30 mins ago, and i´m already in love with this channel.
    Cant wait for more!

  • @allieneureither5637
    @allieneureither5637 Před 2 měsíci

    Watched both of your videos! They were so enjoyable. I hope you make more this upcoming season 😊

  • @Angelina11
    @Angelina11 Před měsícem

    Love your editing style and narration. :) Nice to relax and watch a calm video after a stressful day!

  • @noahsvideos
    @noahsvideos Před 3 měsíci

    I love these camping videos, keep them coming!

  • @Rat-tea
    @Rat-tea Před 3 měsíci

    definitely one of my new favorite youtubers, can't wait to see what you make next!

  • @MyArtyHeart
    @MyArtyHeart Před 2 měsíci

    I love your videos! I hope you have many more to come.

  • @OnlyDarien
    @OnlyDarien Před měsícem

    I love your channel and both videos man, keep it up.

  • @JesusofNazareth.
    @JesusofNazareth. Před 3 měsíci +3

    I loved the video! If you were to continue doing more winter camping I would highly suggest investing in a hot tent, those things are life savers.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +1

      A hot tent sure woulda been cozy. Also thanks a bunch!

  • @right..5651
    @right..5651 Před 3 měsíci +2

    What's the feeling you have now that you followed what your heart desired, faced your fears and came out victorious? 😊

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +5

      Id say mostly relieved I didnt lose a foot haha. But its always really great finishing a hike, whatever the size 🙂

    • @right..5651
      @right..5651 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@MinnowTank Haha understandable. That's a great answer to the question 👍 thanks 😊

  • @Thuursdayy.
    @Thuursdayy. Před 3 měsíci

    it's great to see you improve when backpacking. Hopefully you keep this hobby up, because its fun to explore the outdoors! Great video

  • @autodidactech1066
    @autodidactech1066 Před 3 měsíci +2

    You are an entertaining storyteller.

  • @ivar6829
    @ivar6829 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Thank you for the video and sharing your experience! Love this kind of content, very relaxing as well

  • @dominiktmczk
    @dominiktmczk Před 2 měsíci

    I hope you continue doing videos like this, it was amazing

  • @deeturoff2133
    @deeturoff2133 Před 3 měsíci +1

    That Garfield was pretty scary! Lol!!! Glad your foot and eyeballs came back with you! Great video!

  • @maglal4957
    @maglal4957 Před dnem

    Cool and chill video👍

  • @oisinfoxall1855
    @oisinfoxall1855 Před 3 měsíci

    Love you’re videos, hope to see more of them!

  • @jrthepinwitch1911
    @jrthepinwitch1911 Před 2 měsíci

    This was so chill!

  • @pleok08
    @pleok08 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Saturday, February 10th: Today is the Chinese Lunar New Year, Year of the Dragon! Glad you had a good hike! Happy Trails! Ross08

  • @fimbl
    @fimbl Před 3 měsíci

    Stoked to see the continued hiking adventures n shit. False Cape State Park near Virginia Beach is an awesome spot, no dispersed camping allowed but you can hike in and reserve a site. Sleeping like 20 yards from the beach and everything

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Ooo that sounds right up my alley. Im adding it to my list right now, solid rec!

  • @Hunter-sj9cm
    @Hunter-sj9cm Před 2 měsíci

    Love this channel!!!!

  • @venatus0227
    @venatus0227 Před 3 měsíci

    I cant believe this is your second video, the narration was so good and kept me entertained. keep going and imma support u!

  • @Spacedude155
    @Spacedude155 Před 3 měsíci

    Love this!
    Very underrated channel

  • @swedo.cinematography
    @swedo.cinematography Před 3 měsíci

    I can't wait to see the next journey you go on 🏕

  • @riversandcoffee
    @riversandcoffee Před 3 měsíci +1

    An awesome winter adventure... Super fun... I've never camped in the winter but do (winter) kayak some our Northern Michigan rivers... Great work and thanks, Jim ✌️

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +2

      That sounds super cool! Id love to start kayaking - I bet thats a lot of fun and especially beautiful in northern michigan

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens Před 3 měsíci +1

    Such a beautiful atmosphere my friend, masterfully narrated!

  • @brannanvitek1035
    @brannanvitek1035 Před 2 měsíci

    I love following skinwalker prints in the snow 🥰

  • @blondeucus8121
    @blondeucus8121 Před měsícem

    your editing is so good dude!

  • @RecomALT
    @RecomALT Před 2 měsíci

    Your videos are amazing keep it up and i want even more to get back out

  • @Vinicius-rk6ym
    @Vinicius-rk6ym Před 3 měsíci +1

    the reference photo of the scarf on your face is amazing. great video! hope to see more of your trips.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Haha thanks! I only provide the most accurate representations

  • @thegamingturtle83
    @thegamingturtle83 Před 3 měsíci +1

    man your doing the stuff I wish I had the time and money to do

  • @sonja3204
    @sonja3204 Před 3 měsíci

    A tip for the next cold trip. Bring something plastic or something similar to wrap around your sleeping bag, it will keep the heat isolated

  • @feliox_
    @feliox_ Před 5 dny

    i need more videos like this

  • @rcmodelsandmore5992
    @rcmodelsandmore5992 Před 3 měsíci

    Wow, your channel is so amazing. I can’t believe you’ve only made two videos. You’re a pro at this.

  • @elusiverabbit6022
    @elusiverabbit6022 Před 3 měsíci

    If you’re ever in the area i would recommend mushroom rock near Chattanooga Tennessee, it’s so beautiful. Theres other hikes on the mountain its on called signal mountain, and i would recommend it 150 percent!

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Ooo I’ll have to check it out!

  • @sata1938
    @sata1938 Před 3 měsíci

    Really solid stuff

  • @peterdick3589
    @peterdick3589 Před 2 měsíci

    Very nice keep going please! Greetings from Germany ❤

  • @mountrecks
    @mountrecks Před 3 měsíci

    love the videos please make more

  • @kaspersergej
    @kaspersergej Před 2 měsíci

    What a fantastic video, and also that bad tent pitch 😂

  • @Adventures_of_ASJ
    @Adventures_of_ASJ Před 3 měsíci +2

    Haven’t watched this yet but I’m so excited you dropped another video. Your first backpacking video was perfection. Even the equipment you had spoke volumes. Do you have any other social media accounts aside from CZcams?

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Hey thanks, i hope you enjoy this one too! Right now I dont have any other social media, mostly because idk what id do with them, but if I find a reason, then ill make sure to try and get the word out!

    • @Adventures_of_ASJ
      @Adventures_of_ASJ Před 3 měsíci +2

      @@MinnowTank amazing again!!! Super excited for your future adventures. I would recommend some gaiters for more winter adventures. But keep it up!

  • @ASMRWandering
    @ASMRWandering Před 3 měsíci

    I live in Lancaster ohio. Zaleski is surely on my list to go check out, thanks for the great video!

  • @rainyplatypus6924
    @rainyplatypus6924 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video! You seem to be on the East Coast, you should try out Dolly Sods or Cranberry Wilderness, West Virginia for some great unique hiking. Its climate and environment is the same as Canada because its the highest plateau east of the Mississippi!

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před měsícem

      Thanks! Im actually looking to go to dolly sods next! Im super excited and just waiting for the weather to match up with my schedule, so that will be lots of fun

    • @rainyplatypus6924
      @rainyplatypus6924 Před měsícem

      @@MinnowTankNice! I will be up there in June, might run into ya!

  • @RoostyandDoosty
    @RoostyandDoosty Před 3 měsíci +1

    another awesome video dude! if you dont mind me asking what do you record off of?

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +3

      Thanks! Right now I just record off of my iphone. I have a tiny tripod that I strap around one of my trekking poles which works alright, but also falls over a lot haha

  • @villagerfish
    @villagerfish Před 14 dny

    love these videos! i know there's only 2 so far but i instantly subbed from the first one. i'm curious, do you take walks or use the treadmill much on the regular? i had been walking a decent amount prior to winter, but now we're in spring and i've completely fallen off. i want to go on hikes and eventually a trip like this (though in a warmer season haha) but i know i must build up to it

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 7 dny

      Thanks, and I hope your hikes this year go great! For me personally, im decently active whether it be weightlifting or just casually playing sports outside, so its hard to say how much of an impact thats had on my hiking, but as long as you slowly build up your miles then you should be set!

  • @C3ll_0
    @C3ll_0 Před 3 měsíci

    Def pack some stuff to make some warm drinks for those long cold nights. Maybe u thought about this and decided against but it helps mentally and physically at night in the winter. One propane tank and a stove top can go a long way. Love your videos man. Keep it up. Very inspiring.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci

      Yeah I may have to pick up a stove at some point because a hot chocolate would have gone a long way. Also thanks a bunch, very much appreciated!

  • @henryfesperman568
    @henryfesperman568 Před 3 měsíci

    Lovely video! In the future if you're eyes continue to get cold maybe grab a sleep mask to cover them. I'm extremely excited to see where you decide to go next!

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +2

      A sleep mask woulda been helpful, I must say. Also thanks! Im looking forward to whatever comes next too

  • @Hunter-sj9cm
    @Hunter-sj9cm Před 2 měsíci

    I’m 25 from NY and feel like im hanging with one of the boys when I watch your channel. Great content!

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 2 měsíci

      Ayy thats amazing, I appreciate that!

  • @offnkoff6405
    @offnkoff6405 Před 3 měsíci

    A tip for avoiding the cold shoes: Put a bottle of hot water in them to warm them up before putting them on. You'll probably need to heat the water while you're out there, unless you have a thermos that can keep it hot long enough.

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +1

      I’ll definitely bring some sort of stove or fire next time i head out into the freezing cold and give this a go. Who woulda thunk heat would have been useful haha

  • @obliquebrand417
    @obliquebrand417 Před 2 měsíci

    Grand Teton is gorgeous

  • @atomic_godz
    @atomic_godz Před 3 měsíci

    very cosy video brother

  • @FrozenCement
    @FrozenCement Před 2 měsíci

    So glad to be an og here

  • @theofficialblacksheepcompa748
    @theofficialblacksheepcompa748 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Try a fire next trip!!🎉

  • @sumaykun438
    @sumaykun438 Před 3 měsíci +2

    ohio!!! you got yourself a new ohioan subscriber

  • @petewilbanks759
    @petewilbanks759 Před 3 měsíci

    what tent do you use and whats the cost?

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci

      Its the durston x-mid 1 and costs $240! That doesnt include any of the poles though, so if you dont have trekking poles, then you would either have to get those separately or the extra pole add on that the tent has for a bit more money.

  • @Tyming
    @Tyming Před měsícem

    Got a sub for me I watched both ur videos, very entertaining

  • @_smeet
    @_smeet Před měsícem

    Will they be a Spring backpacking video? If so I can't wait to watch

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před měsícem

      They definitely will be! Im trying to get a nice weekend with good weather and leaves/flowers popping up. Fingers crossed it happens soon because im excited!

  • @user-ys6ro4wi3f
    @user-ys6ro4wi3f Před měsícem

    please do continue making videos :)

  • @kristymoore7052
    @kristymoore7052 Před 3 měsíci

    Not sure I could solo in a known haunted area, but can def solo in snow/winter in a shorter safe trail depending on weather.

  • @Qalbislowed
    @Qalbislowed Před měsícem

    Which Camera U use ?

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před měsícem

      I just used my iPhone for this one! Nice and easy

  • @tylerbest194
    @tylerbest194 Před 5 dny

    Loved the video! When is your next upload coming out?

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 4 dny +1

      Well since you asked, I’ll upload one today

    • @tylerbest194
      @tylerbest194 Před 4 dny

      @@MinnowTank can't talk about better timing then that!

  • @sifatnislam6074
    @sifatnislam6074 Před 3 měsíci

    👌🏽

  • @youtube7076
    @youtube7076 Před 3 měsíci

    schweet

  • @ScrubsTheNewcomers
    @ScrubsTheNewcomers Před 3 měsíci

    Dude your narration is funny as fuck hahah
    I hope your gonna blow up! (subscriber wise, not literally)

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Pheww, that was a close call. Thanks for the last minute clarification!

  • @user-du7jw8og2m
    @user-du7jw8og2m Před 3 měsíci

    you should start cooking on a campfire in those videos bro

  • @cedric8872
    @cedric8872 Před 2 měsíci

    I do suggest a version of the thumbnail where you walk, like in the first video, because i almost didn't catch that this video is about to be an adventure like the previous one

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 2 měsíci

      Solid point, I never really thought about that!

  • @youtube7076
    @youtube7076 Před 3 měsíci

    get yourself a flextail mini pump for inflating your pad, never have i regretted the tiny weight of it

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci

      That could be a really nice lil improvement

    • @youtube7076
      @youtube7076 Před 3 měsíci

      @Tankthey are alsp great for bellows'ing a fire you are trying to start, sooo much better than blowing on it the old fashioned way. I also find it convenient that the pump i have also has a flashlight integrated . (edit): also if your socks arent already wool socks, make the upgrade immediately. Darn Tough is a good sock to start with and has a life time no questions asked replacement policy.

  • @GrizzlyGaz
    @GrizzlyGaz Před 2 měsíci

    Come to the UK and ill take you storm camping 😜

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 2 měsíci

      Lol that sounds like a nightmare…im on my way

    • @GrizzlyGaz
      @GrizzlyGaz Před 2 měsíci

      @@MinnowTank haha great video btw 😎

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank ya, very much appreciated!

  • @Soccerkid101
    @Soccerkid101 Před měsícem

    camp at pictured rocks

  • @georgcuro
    @georgcuro Před 3 měsíci

    Skinwalkers?!!

  • @harleyhicks4674
    @harleyhicks4674 Před měsícem

    Please make more videos

  • @user-dw1fr
    @user-dw1fr Před 2 měsíci

    commenting for the algorith

  • @droutdoorreviews
    @droutdoorreviews Před 2 měsíci

    A piece of advice next time don't blow the sleeping pad with your mouth because it absorbs moisture and the R value won't be the same in reality

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Ohh thats good to know, thank ya!

  • @colten1825
    @colten1825 Před 3 měsíci +1

    first

  • @sinosventolera
    @sinosventolera Před 3 měsíci +1

    The video has beautiful visuals and I love your narration style! I hope you keep making videos, seeing the progress you’re making is making me want to get out there more often…

    • @MinnowTank
      @MinnowTank  Před 3 měsíci +3

      Thanks a bunch! You should definitely try to get out there more! Honestly its comments like these that encourage me to get out more, so im glad its working both ways haha

    • @sinosventolera
      @sinosventolera Před 3 měsíci

      @@MinnowTank Tomorrow I’m going out on a hike so thank you for the inspiration haha, looking forward to the next video!