Kayak Camping Texas - 2 Day Primitive Adventure
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- čas přidán 27. 05. 2024
- Back at it with a 2 day, 15 mile adventure on the Upper Guadalupe River! Clean water, abundant primitive camp spots, towering trees and beautiful landscapes.
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Man,
Your production quality is badass.
It's great to see overnight fun trips presented so well..
Outstanding job!
Thank you so much! I work hard on the editing process so it’s good to see folks enjoying the videos
What program do you use for editing?
@@850OVERLAND Final cut pro!
@@GatewoodBrown Agreed! Great edits! What kind of camera and equipment do you use? The slo-mo looks buttery smooth 🤤
@@CesarTx42069 thank you! Mostly GoPro but then also those detail shots are done with a Sony a7iii
Wish I had some friends that were down for something like this
Check out Facebook groups!
Me to man.
Yes I am.
I live in victoria
I have a pescador 12 sport sit on top kayak.
10:50 Where Ric Flair meets Matt Damon. You guys are great!
I love that haha. Passed your comment on to the boys and they got a kick out of it
The coffee game is STRONG. ✊🏽🏆
Thank you Thomas! A vital part of any outdoors adventure haha
Spent the last several weeks editing this adventure, enjoy!
EDIT: lots of Q’s about the Sportsman, this was filmed in December before I got the 120. I’ll be taking the Sportsman on current trips!
heading back to Colorado Tuesday for some more white water lessons. i am always down to paddle if you ever need a copilot just hit me up.
When was this trip filmed Gatewood?
December!
Man Colorado will be a dream! Which river? We’ve done the Taylor out in Crested Butte and the Brown Canyon in buena vista
@@GatewoodBrown Arkansas river i will be in buena vista too. it is a whole new ball park for sure. trying to up my skills for a five day trip in chile next year.
Perfect timing for this one! Fishing trip to the coast got cancelled yesterday, so our crew decided yesterday afternoon that we should hit the river instead! We’re launching shortly and paddling the stretch a little below where y’all were (Sisterdale to Amman’s.) I recognize just about every spot in your vid. LOL!
This section was inspired by your videos! You have to let me know how today’s paddle goes, may be getting out on the river next weekend
Dude...so wholesome and entertaining. WE NEED 2023 CONTENT!!! lol Love from Houston 🤘
Working on it right now! My best line up ever for sure
@@GatewoodBrown LFG!!! 🔥🔥🔥
you guys are absolutely the definition of washingtonians esp w that coffee outdoors addiction u guys have going on
Haha but the Washingtonians were encouragers of sobriety! So we are the opposite of that with coffee
@@GatewoodBrown LOLLL probably because they’re already addicts w heath problems bc of it 😅😭😂
Thumbnail: "That looks so serene".
Video: "Kawabungaaaa!!!"
Haha I agree with that!
Nice, we first ran the river in 1969 and even made it into Texas Highway magazine, now we are old and live it thru you young guys, cheers...
It’s an honor to meet the guys who paved the way for us to paddle the fine rivers! Thank you!
That latte setup is awesome
It’s the real deal haha. I didn’t expect it but am so here for that
We live in the Dallas area and I've been asking for a kayak for four years but mostly only knew of lake kayaking. I'm so glad I found your videos!
River kayaking is the best! More enjoyable than lakes for sure. Highly recommend giving them a try!
@@GatewoodBrown are there permits you need to have? Either for the kayak itself or to camp on the river shores?
As a norther New Yorker I find it really amazing you Texans are camping in low temps and really showing YT and the world what Texas has to offer. Came across your Big Bend video first and now this one, it is so great to see Texas is so much more than oil fields and cattle ranches
Yes Texas really is a diverse place! From coastal swamps to high desert, we have a lot of varying geography! The north is renowned for paddling though. I’d like to spend more time up there
Texas has lakes, mountains, rivers, tons of coastline, national parks, cold as well as hot natural springs, and part of the largest desert in North America my dude.
@@julioGonzalez-zn5fm where the Rockies meet the plain and the desert meets the forest! Pretty cool state.
You guys need to be sponsored by Black Rifle Coffee..... they would dig this content.
I’ve actually never had their coffee!
What a lucky guy you are. Cherish those times you have with your friends as you get older it gets harder
I sure do. Definitely don’t take these trips for granted at all
Very nice! Luckily everybody thought Lattes werent ridiculous city kid behavior on the river. Very precious.
Haha we like our lattes! And apparently so does everyone else which is fun. Enjoying quality beverages like coffee on the river is so relaxing
Absolutely breathtaking. loved it. Glad to see you all actually enjoying it instead of where I'm at just a bunch of people drinking all day and then getting sick before the end and not staying hydrated. Made me want one of those coffees lol.
ewwww tubers lol
@@BlueEffigy so many lol! but some overnight kayakers that rope together.
Yeah the upper guad seldom looks like the lower part below canyon. Down there it’s a totally different atmosphere. Coffee in the river is a delight!
Smiles all around. Great adventure!
Yes! Always grinning on these trips. So much to be thankful for
Enjoy watching you guys the bonding of friendships, those memories last a lifetime. Great job! Great fun.
Thank you so much KP! So grateful for these dudes and the ability to go one these trips
What!? OMG it's time to level-up my camp coffee game!
Thanks! A good brew is vital out on the river.
That trip was so rad! Great crew and gorgeous Texas scenery. Thanks gatewood!
Thanks my man! So stoked to have shared this trip with you. Let’s go again soon!
this seriously looks so fun, especially with a big group!
I feel very fortunate to have those guys to paddle with
Holy TOPEKA!! You guys are killin’ it! You and your buddies look like an extra cool crew. Love the equipment mentions! Your video talent and editing skills are FIRST RATE, man! Also: as a man who spent years in the coffee industry I am COMPLETELY BLOWN AWAY by your crew’s love of java. The lengths you guys go to for a primo cup of coffee is so BUENO. I’m fairly new to your vids-and I have sporty family members in Houston and all around Austin-I’m going to turn them on to the GATEWOOD BROWN experience and share these video adventures with them. I’ll be kayaking on the Arkansas River next weekend with an overnight on a sandbar, myself. God Bless you Texans and stay safe!
Thank you so much for the kind words! Absolutely made my day reading this. I feel fortunate to have this crew and the fact we all share a love of fine craft coffee haha. I honestly wasn’t expecting the big espresso maker and steamer, usually we have smaller equipment but I’m thinking that needs to be a mainstay
Now this is my kind of camping! Bravo!
Cheers to that!
I love that this was filmed right before our big snow storm. Again,Great production and story telling!!
Yeah we sure didn’t know what to expect. Honestly just glad it didn’t happen on us at night haha
Hint. Attach a surf ski paddle tether to your paddles. Then you can let go your paddle and NOT lose it. Loving your videos Showing me places i never knew of in the USA. cheers from downunder
Ya know it’s personal preference but I always recommend to leave the paddle leash at home. I’ve heard of too many stories with people getting wrapped up and pinned by a paddle leash. At the end of the day it’s better to lose a paddle than get injured. Most of the time you’ll be fine though!
Love that stretch of water. Great trip. Water was low when we took it too. Very technical to get around them. That stretch it seems like the river puts you from swift water to a 90 degree turn, big ole tree or brush. Love it
That low water makes it tricky like you said. Definitely why we had more spills than usual
Like the flow of your videos. You show the trip happening but do it in a way that doesn't put me to sleep and keep it exciting. Thanks
Thank you for the kind words! I’ve researched heavily on how to best keep an audience engaged because if that happens, generally means the video is better. I just try to tell the story in an interesting way and always make sure to cut any ‘fat’. Been really happy with the way the videos are after these changes!
What Rivers have you not been down? You all are awesome thank you so very much for sharing this knowledge and wisdoms with me 🇨🇱🧡
Double comment!
Dude your channel eases up my winter months suffering without kayaking. Thank you
You’ll have to make a couple more Nordic paddles! Haha that’ll pass the time a bit
@@GatewoodBrown I'll have to make like thirty of those
@@dbf_91 Haha! I often forget just how long winter lasts up north. Could be a fun hobby to develop as a side business!
This is how you tell a great story! Well done.
Story is everything! I just hope to do the actual trip justice in the editing bay haha
Your storytelling is outstanding! Thanks for showing off Texas the way you do and having fun while doing it. Kayaking is something I hope to pick up soon and share that experience with my girlfriend and son.
Thank you Carlos! I’m glad the story came through in the video. We had quick the time! Ups and downs constantly. Kayaking is a wonderful hobby for sure!
Gatewood!!! Love the video. Your crew is the best. Ever thought about coming up to the Brazos below Possum Kingdom? Get shuttled from Rochelle's up to the dam. It's a two-day float. Check your flow rates people. Late spring should be good. Check it out.
Thank you so much! I do feel fortunate to have these guys. We’ve never done the brazos but it’s certainly on my short list! Beautiful country up there
I found your channel by chance. Thanks for making this video & sharing it. I watched with a smile the whole time. My best friends, the ones that would do these sort of things, they’re all gone now. You & your buddies, make it count. Be blessed 👍🏻
I appreciate your comment so much. Took a screenshot and sent it to the guys in this video. It’s our goal to do this for as long as possible and hope to always keep a good perspective on the trips. You be blessed as well!
What a beautiful area for kayaking fun. That look super fun!!
When you hear the loud noise of water you know fun is on its way.
Awesome times with the boys. Congrats on 20K. 👊🏻
Man it’s gorgeous out there! Love hearing some good white water in the distance haha. Thanks! Still wild to hit that mark, on to the next one!
I love your videos. You have inspired me to get myself a kayak and have sum adventures of my own.
Love from spooner wisconsin
I don’t think you’ll regret it! Kayaking is such a great way to find peace
Gatewood your morning coffee setup is so extra but got dayuuum it must be delightful out there
Haha coffee on the river definitely hits different.
Living the dream boys!!
That’s the truth!
Omg the coffee setup 🔥🔥🔥☕☕☕
It goes hard in the paint haha
makes me wanna jump on my kayak and go on some adventures. Hopefully humanity can preserve our environment so generations can enjoy this
Do it! There’s tons of nature out there and preservation is on peoples minds now
Awesome little adventure
Thanks for tuning in! Love the rivers during winter
Video went up in July, you must have made tthe trip in Jan or Feb. It took awhile to get it up to YT, but man, it was worth it.
Exactly. Unfortunately these videos take a long time to edit since it’s something I do as a hobby outside of work/life/etc. it’s my passion though and I love it! So cool to have people watch the trips. Thank you for the kind words!
Excellent as always!!!
Thank you!
Again, amazing videos I could watch you all day! Thank you Xx
Haha thank you for watching the videos! Means a lot to have a community around them
Yo, that looks super awesome!!!
It was rad! You should do it too!
Outstanding Production once again Gatewood!!!!!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed this one
Another great trip video. Glad the guys are back together on the water.
Thank you so much! Yep glad to get back in the swing of things
We loved it, as usual! Can’t wait to see these Texas rivers for ourselves here real soon!
That trip is coming quick!
Love that SUP section, nailed it! Great video as always, can’t beat the time with friends!
Thank you so much! Bennett has gotten into paddle boarding and it’s kind of enticed me to try it out sometime. That and yalls videos, looks like a fun gig!
I can't help but say finally! I'm only on the add before the actual video but I can already say I know this is going to be awesome after waiting for two weeks. 🤜🏻
Thanks so much for the kind words! I’m hoping to come out with several more soon
You did a great job Sir! That river looks really cool and fun. I always look forward to your adventures, looks like you guys had a blast!
Thanks so much! Hoping to get out on a few more soon
Thanks for this great post, looking forward to more!
More on the way! Headed out for a trip this weekend. Should make for a fun video
Excellent adventure, sitting here in Canada with three feet of snow & ice at -35 and looking forward to getting back to kayaking. Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure.
Thanks GPS! Ya know you Canadians deal with some intense weather. But I think that is why your country as a whole appreciates the summertime outdoors so much. I’ve always been inspired by y’all’s commitment to adventure!
I love this video. It's the stuff I want to see about river kayak camping on the Guadalupe. Thank you, sir!
Heck yeah! Just some friends out there having a good ole time
Looked like a great trip!
It really was KW! Hope you’ve been well my friend
Love these video , wish they were longer. Can’t wait for the next one !!
If they were longer people wouldn’t watch them! Lol maybe I’ll do extended cuts for winter release or something
Love these videos man.
Thanks, RH! They're fun to make
Watching you, guys it brings so many good memories back when my friends and i used to go camping and fishing to scenarios just like those, except that the waters were crystal clear on the northern part of Mexico by the Sierra Madre on the other side of Big Bend National Park. Kudos to you guys and many more adventures. I enjoy watching you having fun.
Thank you! It’s never too late to do a reunion camping trip. You just may start an annual event! I’ve got a big bend river video coming in the next couple months
With all the rain we’ve had the last 2 months the Texas rivers are looking good. I live on the Llano River and it’s been flowing so good. It also means it’s a bit more murky than usual. Takes a few days to clear up. Good kayaking conditions.
You’re correct on that. This rain has me pining to get out there soon
@@GatewoodBrown if you and your crew ever need a free shuttle on the Llano, I’ve got the trailer and truck to make it happen.
Keep up the good content. I love your channel and can’t wait to see when you finally make it to the Devil’s River. It’s absolutely stunning out there. Especially on a night with a new moon - the stars are just a good as Big Bend there.
Man, your videos are so inspiring and mind refreshing they come just like an oasis in the middle of a dry desert. I wish you could do these trips in France one day, I would definitely join you. Plus, your storytelling, editing and production quality are breathtaking. I'm in love with Texas now.
France has some really wonderful rivers! Especially that huge gorge in the south of France! I appreciate the kind words about the videos. Means a lot!
Love the way this was shot, narrated and put together! Can definitely tell yall had fun🤠🤙 looked like a fun paddle
Thank you so much TTO! We had a blast out there for sure, glad it came through on the edit
Another great video!! I was actually planning my next trip to that section of the Guad! Looks beautiful!
That’s honestly one of the best sections of river I’ve paddles. The trees are stunning
...so LOVE this!
Thank you!
Will be planning a Guadalupe trip this year for sure! Appreciate the video man, great work as always.
Have fun! The guad is quickly growing to be one of my favorite rivers. Very diverse for sure
I’m so happy another videos game out
I love the Guadalupe river I was there for a week awhile back it was amazing
Man the guad is an awesome spot to hang out. Where were you at?
@@GatewoodBrown hey sorry I just saw this I was in Ingram!
It was raining but it was amazing 🤩 didn’t go kayaking but I did go in an inflatable boat!
It was to far of a drive to bring my kayaks so we didn’t!
Another banger. Great edit my man.
Thanks nick! It’s been awhile since uploading but trying to get back to normal haha
Always killer vids
Thank you!
Great videos, this life passes so quickly...trips like this should be required by law lol, it would make everyone healthier, more grateful, and frankly a better person with less stress. Very good editing, setup, filming, narration, etc....the work involved putting stuff like this together....great job. I tell everyone...try some editing and you will look at videos very different and appreciate the skill like in this video.
It really does and I’m so thankful to go on these trips during this phase in life. I’ve heard Canada is starting to prescribe free national park passes to people with depression, how cool! Yes that is a great perspective about editing, it’s a beast but fortunately it’s one of the parts I enjoy most. Bringing a story together to share with others is so rewarding
Nice to see a Ultimate 12 in action. Always felt it was a great camping yak.
It really is! Especially for moderate current. It excelled on this trip for sure
@@GatewoodBrown I’ve got a couple of FX’s I’ve been wanting to use for camping just trying to get a good window in cfs/weather
Nice production , looked like a great little trip, thanks for sharing from over here in Australia 👍🏻
Cheers! I love the content that comes out of Australia!
Noice! I love that stretch
Great Vid Mr Gatewood
Thank you so much! Epic CZcams name by the way haha
Great video 🤙
Thank you so much!
Nice! I want to come by one day just to have a cup of coffee. Those drinks looked so amazing.
We’d love to have ya!
@@GatewoodBrown dude just let me know when, I'm right down the road in Crosby.
Your videos inspired me to follow suite been getting me and my buddies ready to start doing this for some amazing trips !!
Wow that is awesome to hear! Y’all should get after it for sure
Congrats on 20K. Wow you are killing it on CZcams!
Thank you so much Shane! Hope you’ve been well
Someday!! So beautiful!
You got this!
Proud to be a new subber. Great channel!
Thank you so much! Glad to have you a part of the community
That thorn bush looked pretty rough! Great video, Gatewood! Enjoyed it!
It was a monster haha. Definitely threw all of us for a loop
I really enjoy watching your videos and convincing my girlfriend that this is where we need to go kayaking! Just need to start or we will never begin!
Thank you so much! Y’all should go for sure
Wow GB. Another great trip and edit. And 20K subs and climbing!! Keep it up.
Thanks Caleb! Yeah the growth this year was pretty cool, basically all from one video too which is wild
Very Nice Guys....Thks for Sharing..Km
Thank you for watching Kelly!
Looks like a fun trip with good friends.
We had a blast DD! Hope you’ve been well and getting out on paddling trips
sometimes I would go under the bridge on I-10 and have fun in the river. Sometimes I would fish, sometimes ill get taken away from the rapids lol.
Parabéns ao grupo. Excelente produção, narração, lindas imagens, uma aventura para aventureiro nenhum botar defeito. 😀👍🚣
Thank you so much!
That's awesome. I was just in Kerrville earlier this week visiting family and as we were looking at the Guadalupe River my 5 year old asked if we could kayak it someday.
Kerr like is a great spot! Y’all should definitely give it a go
This is so funny. I just came to your page last night, hoping there was a new video. Then I get the notification that you just posted, and now my mind is at ease!
You’re an omen of good luck! Haha just made this one public after finishing it late last night
Good to see ya amigo!
👋😎👍
Why hello! Cheers to ya!
We camped at the exact same spot! Sick location, the small rapids make sleeping so peaceful!
That’s one of the better camp spots I’ve ever stayed at. Definitely returning!
Right, that little rapid makes sleeping peacefull! You gotta come do some kayak camping in Colorado now. I’m loving every minute of it!!
Let’s go!! Excited for the new video!!
Woo! Hope you enjoyed it!
That was a nice vid
Thanks, Jason! I appreciate you stopping by
Sick video bro
Thanks my man!
Awesome video, subscribed!
Thank you Tom!
Wow man this is really good. It's like a TV show. Fantastic video 👍
Wow that’s the ultimate compliment! Seriously! Thank you for tuning in
@@GatewoodBrown My pleasure bud, can't wait to see what other adventures you have in store.
What a cool trip, and what an amazing video! Beautifully captured and edited! Look forward to seeing more!
Hey thanks so much for the kind words! I checked out some of your videos and really enjoyed them as well. Wonderful production quality!
Whoa, so fun to see comments form other channels I follow. Would love to see Paddle TV come visit TX.
@@GatewoodBrown Thanks! Question for you... what camera are you using. The image is great, and you've done a great job with the color.
@@PaddleTV I appreciate that! I use a Sony A7III w/ Sigma 24-70 f2.8 on HLG 3 at 1080p 120fps. The rest is GoPro footage (this video was in GoPro color although I usually shoot in flat).
@@GatewoodBrown Cool! Works great! Thanks for sharing!
Great film and trip. Reminds me of canoeing the Bogue Chitto in MS.
Thank you! I bet MS has some wonderful places to explore
Try the Wolf River, Leaf River or Okatoma Creek
Awesome stuff! Very jealous!! I need a kayak!
Kayaks unlock a lot of cool places for sure!
I'm familiar with that section of the Guad, super fun paddle! Gotta check out some sections north near Kerville and Hunt.
It really is a blast! Probably needs more water right now but back then flows were decent. Yes I need to! The north fork looks amazing
Planning a trip now Bc of you!!
That’s what I like to hear!
man you making me want to fly out there and paddle those rivers. im on a paddle board but im ready lol. im always loving your videos man!!! God bless!!!
Just do it! You can always rent kayaks and such from outfitters
Seriously love your videos man. I would love to make a trip out there and paddle a section with you. Great storytelling too, captivating from start to finish! Thanks for the awesome adventures man! #happypaddling
I appreciate the comment! The storytelling is tough but well worth the extra time during editing. One of my favorite parts once complete haha