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@lorimb4753 2 сағат бұрын
Much needed message. This should be shown in the visitor centers! Thank you Erik.
@providencenetwork 2 сағат бұрын
Great job! Love the studio.
@joshuabagby2090 3 сағат бұрын
Nice video. I can understand not being noisy to make the hiking experience nice for others, but what about the issue of alerting animals to your presence so as not to startle them? I thought the advice was to make noise.
@andrewfuller7942 4 сағат бұрын
So true!! Its sad that many of these thongs need to be said!
@DavidWilliams-qr5ro 4 сағат бұрын
Great video! It might be very helpful to people that are not used to being in a wild environment.
@ErikStensland 4 сағат бұрын
I think so too!
@perryelder5045 4 сағат бұрын
Good video, I think these apply to all our beautiful NPs. Have a great fall day!!!
@ErikStensland 4 сағат бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@keithillg7902 7 сағат бұрын
I couldn't agree with this more. Please enjoy the wonderful nature and wildlife without messing with it!
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Thanks Keith!
@AdamShakeSocialMedia 8 сағат бұрын
Well done. Great video!
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Thanks Adam!
@ghostrunnerco6791 8 сағат бұрын
#6-don’t bring a glass bong😞
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Especially since they are illegal in Rocky Mountain National Park.
@Luke-hl5wh Күн бұрын
ready to backpack this weekend thank you
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Have a great time!
@BrownEyesGurL Күн бұрын
love your work and your shop
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Thank you very much!
@vickilavoie2516 Күн бұрын
I was fortunate back in June. We went didn’t have any problem with elevation at all so I guess I’m a different type of person. I don’t know, but it didn’t bother me anyway we enjoyed it. It was beautiful there really good time.
@ErikStensland 5 сағат бұрын
Be aware that elevation can impact you differently from visit to visit.
@VivianaAmador-o3h 4 күн бұрын
If i'm planning on going first week of November do i need a permit to explore the park?
@ErikStensland 4 күн бұрын
No. By then you will not need a timed-entry permit, only a park pass which can be purchased at the entry station. They only use the timed-entry system during the very busy season of late May through late October.
@Travelwithtanaree 5 күн бұрын
Wonderful video! ❤
@ErikStensland 4 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@SanJuanMountainBob 5 күн бұрын
Wow 18 miles with the elev gain is a bunch. Plus all the camera chasing you did. An absolutely enjoyable hiking video. I’m a new subscriber. I came across your channel through your website. Fantastic photography. I don’t know how ‘mature’ 😂 you are, but I know at my 69 years of maturity I sure am blessed to be able to do a lot of hiking in these Colorado mountains. Thanks for sharing God’s great creation in a wonderful way. I like your style. Blessings to you.
@ErikStensland 5 күн бұрын
Thanks so much. I’m only 56 at the moment, so hopefully I’ll be able to keep doing this for many years to come. Thanks for following my channel. I hope you enjoy it!
@543dp3555 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for the apology at 1:42 about the incorrect camera setting. I thought that just happens to me. LOL! Another fantastic video. Please keep them coming. Thanks Erik.
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
Sorry about that! Sometimes I'm in such a rush that I forget simple things like accidently having auto ISO on. Oops!
@RJ-wy6cx 6 күн бұрын
Again an excellent video and the best part is you're an awesome photographer on top of it thank you again we were just out there and it's good to see the backcountry from another person's viewpoint
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! I really love it up there and am glad you appreciated the photos.
@joetraynor5399 6 күн бұрын
At around 7 minutes where you talked about the east troublesome fire, driving down both highway 14 and 125 south of walden are very sad sights to see with the expansive damage. Any forest fire is no joke and the larger sizes are a downside of drying summers, but theres a lot more to it such as the expanse of pine beetle kill, forest mismanagement and a range of other factors that have played a role. Sad that we’ll never see those areas fully recover in our lifetimes.
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
There are definitely many factors that have led to our warming world and the state of our forests. It's hard to see, but hopefully we humans will slowly become wiser and more responsible in how we engage with the natural world.
@thomasclark8119 6 күн бұрын
Definitely the tundra looks like the place to be. But it’s great to see new little trees sprouting up from the aftermath of the Troublesome fire. Great hike, thanks for this video
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
I was very happy to see all those small trees growing down near Grand Lake. There were very few during the rest of the hike, but slowly they will come back. Glad you enjoyed it!
@PaulBeiser 6 күн бұрын
Fantastic Erik! What a spectacular morning - no wind! - you had, and what a day (and meal 😋). Many years ago, I did a hike from Milner Pass to Bear Lake, have you done this? Almost all in the alpine, so pretty. Thanks again, your videos are done so well. And love that unique Notchtop Photo!
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
Paul, it was a treat not to be blown around up there. That's definitely not the norm. I've never had the chance to do that entire stretch in one hike, primarily because my wife won't drive TRR and I can never get a ride. I've hiked 90%+ of that though over the years with out and back hikes from each side. Now, you make me want to get out and hike it. I'll have to find a way. :)
@PaulBeiser 5 күн бұрын
@@ErikStensland You will love it, so much time in the Alpine! I did Lion Lake #1 today, I did not look at your book before because I knew I was going to be intimidated, better not to know, eh? 🤣🤣 Gorgeous day, had the place all to myself (on a Saturday!) and just took my time. I am now going to read about that hike in your awesome book 😉
@ErikStensland 5 күн бұрын
Paul, I love it up there. Unfortunately you won’t find that hike in the book. Like many other hikes, the NPS suggested that I not include it due to the sensitivity nature of the terrain.
@PaulBeiser 5 күн бұрын
@@ErikStensland Very interesting, tnx. There is even a trail sign for it. I can understand - after being there - the sensitive nature of the terrain. I would suspect it sees very few people (I was the only one there today, Saturday, peak viewing time for colors). I'm sure the last 2 miles is a Great Filter 🤣
@ErikStensland 5 күн бұрын
That last two miles certainly is. It’s worth it though as you found out. How were the autumn colors up there. Is it worth a sunrise hike?
@robertjaycox8488 6 күн бұрын
Just get up early and get in the park before 5 am.
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
That's a great way to do it.
@BillyHatfield-wu3pm 6 күн бұрын
I really enjoyed tagging along with you on your hike to Grand Lake. Beautiful scenery along with your great information you provided. Thanks for sharing.
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Billy!
@johnkrumm6860 6 күн бұрын
Fantastic! Thank you!
@ErikStensland 6 күн бұрын
You're very welcome!
@rosedotco 7 күн бұрын
What an absolutely beautiful hike! Thank you for another great video.
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@schnettatstl 7 күн бұрын
Thank You Eric for taking us along on this one, and for all the back and forth you did. It was a wonderful video and so very much appreciated. We've been up to Flat Top a couple times, and have always loved looking down that Tonahutu trail and wishing we could do it, but just getting to Flat Top and back was hard enough for us flatlanders. Thank you so much for this one.
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
It's a wonderful hike, though a bit long if you're already tired on Flattop. It's worth working up to though if you can.
@029318736 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for your hard work filming the video. I will be at RMNP this Monday! So excited!
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
Hope you have an amazing visit. The leaves are looking wonderful right now.
@emarintzer 7 күн бұрын
Another great video Erik! How long did this hike take you?
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
It took me a lot longer than normal as filming this video took many hours. Normally I hike this in about six or seven hours.
@davidkruiswyk3362 7 күн бұрын
It’s a tremendous amount of work to shoot your hikes and produce the videos…all for our benefit. Grateful for your efforts.👍🏻
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
I appreciate it David!
@BonnieRavesloot 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for showing me a part of the park I'll never see in person. Truly spectacular in spite of the fire devastation. What a blessing to be able to see it all!
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Bonnie!
@sugarbushequinemarketing 7 күн бұрын
Hey Eric, your videos have always been good, but I love the many little touches of different angles and shots you've been adding lately. I know it's a lot of work to film something like this. Lots of backtracking and extra messing around with cameras, especially if you're hiking solo. This video was really engaging and felt like I was hiking with you. :)
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for recognizing my efforts in this video. I really appreciate it! It is a ton of work and a lot of back and forth, but I enjoyed spending a long the day in the park.
@sugarbushequinemarketing 7 күн бұрын
The power of b-roll! It probably added another mile onto your hike. I do some video editing myself, so maybe it's more noticeable to my eyes.
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
@@sugarbushequinemarketing, yes it was an additional 2.5 miles on this day and many hours more than simply doing the hike. I'm still so new at this so it takes me a lot of time. :)
@sugarbushequinemarketing 7 күн бұрын
@@ErikStensland You edit them yourself? Premiere Pro is definitely a learning curve.
@ErikStensland 7 күн бұрын
@@sugarbushequinemarketing Yep, I'm still learning this side as well. Premier Pro is definitely a beast. This whole video experience has been a long road of learning every aspect. I very much feel like I'm still at the beginning of this journey.
@Justbrowsing2023 9 күн бұрын
TYSM!! I’ll be coming October 27. Last time it snowed so I didn’t get stay.
@ErikStensland 8 күн бұрын
It's pretty common to get snow at that time of year. Perhaps this time you should stay and enjoy it.:)
@Justbrowsing2023 9 күн бұрын
I’m coming from Florida and I can’t wait to visit RMNP again!!
@ErikStensland 8 күн бұрын
Hope you have a great trip!
@kimburris9033 11 күн бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you!
@ErikStensland 11 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@andrewfuller7942 12 күн бұрын
Anticipation here is sky hi!!! 4 days!!
@mixingitupinminnesota4092 13 күн бұрын
Hello 👋 and I watched your videos. You shared lots of information like me as a tourist in Colorado. We will be there next week and we’re looking forward to see the beauty of RMNP. As what I’ve heard from the first video I’ve watched on your blogged that you know RMNP for over 20 years, I want to know is it safety to go for a hike to explore the beauty of Bear Lake Park in RMNP? Is there’s no bear anywhere in RMNP?
@ErikStensland 12 күн бұрын
You do not need to worry about encountering bears in Rocky Mountain National Park. There are very few and our bears are normally afraid of people. I’ve only encountered bears on the trails a couple of times in 20 years here.
@wendytobiska4465 13 күн бұрын
Another wonderful video!!
@ErikStensland 13 күн бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@sherryb4918 13 күн бұрын
Watched this video a couple of days ago. Thanks for sharing about the construction. It looks alot better than last May. Keep up the good work. Love your videos!
@ErikStensland 13 күн бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@sherryb4918 13 күн бұрын
Another wonderful video! We will be there the last day of Oct. and staying through mid Nov. Counting the days!
@ErikStensland 13 күн бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@benjaminallen4414 13 күн бұрын
I’ll be staying in Estes September 22-27. Love your videos, hopefully get to stop by your gallery. Snow is on the forecast, hopefully it’s not too bad.
@ErikStensland 13 күн бұрын
It’s mostly forecast for over 9,000’ so hopefully the lower aspen will not be impacted.
@option311 14 күн бұрын
Great informative video. I carry crazy glue with my packs. It will stitch cuts. Ive cut the web of my hand and crazy glue sealed it right up.
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
Great tip! I hadn't considered that. Thanks!
@sid1881 14 күн бұрын
We are planning to visit RMNP around second week of October to see the leaves, this video of yours was beneficial to get info about this year
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Hope you have a great trip!
@option311 14 күн бұрын
Love your videos. Hope to so.eday have the time for an extended stay
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
I hope that one day you can stay for an extended time in these beautiful mountains.
@robertbutler3242 14 күн бұрын
Love your videos! We'll be there mid October!
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
Thank you Robert!
@robertjaycox8488 14 күн бұрын
Nice video! Yes, this is THE best hike (that most people can do) in RMNP. Just recently I dragged my girlfriend on this, and she couldn't believe it.
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
That is awesome! It is an amazing hike.
@lorimb4753 15 күн бұрын
I love this road Erik! Thank you for posting the miles beside each stop, which will make it easier to spot them. Congratulations on getting your video permit! Can't wait for your hext video. They are always beautiful and have great info. Thank you!
@ErikStensland 14 күн бұрын
Thanks! I'm so glad you found this helpful. I've put out about 40 other videos since that one. Hopefully you'll enjoy them as well!
@techguyml 15 күн бұрын
Can an Outback make it up that road without issue?
@ErikStensland 15 күн бұрын
Yes, any small vehicle can do it.
@SuperStephen73 16 күн бұрын
Hello would you expect to still see some colors the week of October 20th?
@ErikStensland 16 күн бұрын
You will probably find color in and around Estes Park, but probably not a great deal in the park itself, unless it is an unusually warm and calm October.
@jaymesalkowski8898 16 күн бұрын
Family and I will be there in 2 weeks! We normally come mid Oct. I plan on stopping at your place would love a print!
@ErikStensland 16 күн бұрын
Sounds good! We look forward to welcoming you.
@Fancy1450 19 күн бұрын
Fantastic!
@ErikStensland 17 күн бұрын
Many thanks!
@MattLevorson 19 күн бұрын
We are coming September 27 - October 1. We are staying close to the Fall River entrance. Is that park entrance fully open now? Looking forward to our trip!
@ErikStensland 17 күн бұрын
It’s now mostly open but hopefully by the time you come it will be fully open.