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@jenniferlagua7412 5 күн бұрын
Another awesome video!!! I always get excited when I see you put out a new video! Great editing! And another heartfelt message. Kindness 💛💛
@stepsforthesoul 4 күн бұрын
@@jenniferlagua7412 ahhhh I’m so glad you found another one. Thank you for being so supportive. Yep add Banff to your long list of places to visit. Kindness is a choice we all have. It is a reflection of our own connection to our heart. Hope the holidays were good to you and cheers to all the future hikes in 2025 🍻 🙂
@TheAntira 5 күн бұрын
didnt read the title properly so i was really confused when the schizoposting voiceover started
@stepsforthesoul 5 күн бұрын
I get it. This channel is a lil different than other outdoor channels. I try to incorporate a positive message inside each one so I can see how it would catch someone off guard not familiar with the channel.
@KhurshidsChannel 7 күн бұрын
Your video was truly beautiful and inspiring. As a fellow creator, I appreciate the effort you put into it. Sub and 👍11
@stepsforthesoul 7 күн бұрын
@@KhurshidsChannel thank you very much for those kind words! Yep, you get it. It’s crazy how much time these videos take. I do enjoy the creative process so it’s worth it. I appreciate you being here. I’ll be checking your channel out👍
@Zoomdak 7 күн бұрын
Beautiful video and such a profound reflection-'nothing changes, if nothing changes' really hits home. For me, it’s a reminder that growth and adventure often live on the other side of discomfort. Whether it’s stepping out of a routine, shifting perspective, or, like this hike, pushing through effort to reach something incredible, the reward comes in embracing the process of change. It’s not always easy, but it's always worth it. Thanks for sharing this inspiring journey; Kane Lake is definitely on my list now!
@stepsforthesoul 7 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing your insights. I love it. Such a simple concept, but if you are not content with a situation then something needs to change. And change is not bad, many beautiful things in the other side. I’ve seen your videos before! Love em. Keep it up brother👍
@Zoomdak 7 күн бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul So true! And glad to be connected with you!
@stevedeyoung7695 9 күн бұрын
Beautiful area, I was fortunate to visit there in 1977 with my mother who loved to travel. Did not get to do much exploring then and returning to do this exact route is still high on the bucket list. And your message is spot on - always choose kindness, it's not that hard really.
@stepsforthesoul 9 күн бұрын
I’ll bet there was more of a glacier back then. I hope you do get to see this with your own eyes. Pretty incredible. Yep, kindness is so simple. It’s free. The goal is to default to kindness instead of the many other emotions. Thank you for checking out the channel 🙂🙌
@ingelaringvall 9 күн бұрын
Kindnes🌲🤗💖
@stepsforthesoul 9 күн бұрын
Yes… kindness is key. Thank you for being here 🙂🙌
@WildBlueDiscovery 16 күн бұрын
Beautiful....thx for sharing! Recently relocated to Idaho. Definitely interested in this hike.
@stepsforthesoul 16 күн бұрын
Yes for sure! So glad you enjoyed. Welcome, some good stuff here in Idaho. Hit me up when you decide to go for some logistics. Thanks for stopping by the channel🙂👊
@WildBlueDiscovery 16 күн бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul ...thx! What part of Idaho is your home base? We are in Boise now temporarily, but building in Star. I have a fly fishing YT channel that I enjoy creating some content for. Have a great 2025!
@stepsforthesoul 15 күн бұрын
I am from Eastern Idaho but moved to Boise a few years ago. I love it here. Star is really nice too. I am doing real estate here. But there is some world class fishing here in Idaho. Especially over on the Henry’s/South Fork. I’ll have to check out your channel.
@WildBlueDiscovery 15 күн бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul ...so much water to explore! I love beautiful hikes also! I have a tendency to pick ones that challenge folks! LOL
@WildBlueDiscovery 15 күн бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul ...you do a good job filming. Whats your go to lens?
@westernsoutherner1 29 күн бұрын
Ive been there. Beautiful spot! I caught a bunch of fish up there too. Great video!
@stepsforthesoul 29 күн бұрын
Thank you! Oh I wish I had my pole. I’ll bet the fishing was great. One of the prettiest backdrops to reel in some rainbows. Thanks for stopping by the channel 🙂👊
@lukeruskell8338 Ай бұрын
Where’s the main salmon ??? Itching for that video hope your doing well stay safe on your adventures 😁🤙🤙
@stepsforthesoul Ай бұрын
Luke!!!! Ya I know right. Life has been sooo busy. I’m sitting on about 5 videos I need to do. I’ll get it going soon. So good to hear from ya. Stay in touch brotha👊
@Ravroid Ай бұрын
Wow, I didn't realize how beautiful the Tetons are. This video has me thinking about visiting there. Thanks for the video.
@stepsforthesoul Ай бұрын
Yes for sure! Thank you for being here. I’ve been hiking those mountains for years. Never seen wildflowers quite like there. Shoot for mid July👍
@23stylie Ай бұрын
I did a solo trip to this lake in the mid 80's (I'm an Idaho native). I remember sitting in my tent alone that night reading "Shardik" a novel by Richard Adams about a monster bear that ripped people's faces off. I managed to scare myself quite a lot. As soon as I saw that iconic rock face it brought back memories. One of the nicest lakes in the Sawtooths.
@stepsforthesoul Ай бұрын
😅 too funny. I don’t need a book to freak me out. It’s all I naturally think about when I’m laying in my tent. I’m glad the video brought back fond memories. It is a special place up there. The cliff face lays the perfect stage for the waterfalls to take over the show.
@sharifjenkins2622 2 ай бұрын
This quote hit home for me I’m pretty sure for many others
@stepsforthesoul 2 ай бұрын
I’m so glad the message found you… I hope it brought some peace for you🙂
@marlonxxi1 2 ай бұрын
Spectacular video can you tell me exactly where you started this hike and wheee you finished I want to doing that place in amazing ,
@stepsforthesoul 2 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you. Yes, this hike is a loop. We started at Big Sandy Opening trailhead and went clockwise. Incredible country up there. Thank you for checking out the channel🙂
@marlonxxi1 2 ай бұрын
@ where you finished
@stepsforthesoul 2 ай бұрын
We finished at Big Sandy Opening. It’s a loop so start and finish in the same trailhead, which is super convenient.
@jenniferlagua7412 3 ай бұрын
Yay!!! You finally put out a new video! I was so excited to watch! Such a beautiful overnight! You both are champions to do it after a night out!! 😂 I loved the over voice recording. Tied it all up! Another great one.
@stepsforthesoul 3 ай бұрын
Hey!!! Life be gettin in the way of putting together another video but better late than never. Yes we both were struggling from our “poor life choices “😅 such a pretty spot though. I heard this Zac Bush podcast and had to share. So glad you enjoyed. Thanks for supporting the channel🙂
@anon1258 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful nature
@stepsforthesoul 3 ай бұрын
Good stuff. Next level up in them Teton’s. Thanks for checking out the video
@MooreToLifeOutdoors 4 ай бұрын
We have this trip on our agenda for early to mid July 2025. It looks awesome with all the waterfalls.
@stepsforthesoul 4 ай бұрын
@@MooreToLifeOutdoors perfect timing. That is when we went. It was like front row seats to a water show. Better than the Billagio!😅 thanks for stopping by the channel and let me know how your hike goes🙂
@jjones5424 4 ай бұрын
It is funny that your wife mentioned this......"next time we need to hike this in the fall". I have hiked the Winds many times, Winter & Summer.....but a trip in September from South Pass to Green River Lakes, solo, stands out in my mind still today!!
@stepsforthesoul 4 ай бұрын
@@jjones5424 Wow! That is a lot of country to hike through. Solo?! I have hopes of doing that stretch but North to South. For solitude… nothing beats the Winds. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂
@BradleyBraid123 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing so beautiful!
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@BradleyBraid123 early morning on the water hits different. Such a cool way to see the Teton’s as well. I’m glad the video found you. Thank you for being here🙂
@browsman2328 5 ай бұрын
I watched this getting emotional, tears in my eyes because I spent 5 summers on the Death Canyon trail crew in the late 70s. We lived in the Death Valley Ranger station and later in the summer moved farther up the canyon in a big canvas tent. The guys, the camaraderie, the beautiful scenery, and the hard but fulfilling work. One time we were working on the Death Canyon shelf trail and a thunderstorm blew in. We all took shelter under trees except our foreman Burt, a Cherokee from Oklahoma. I can still picture him swinging his mattock with lightning flashing all around us. We yelled at him, “Burt, get under a tree before you get hit by lightning.” He reluctantly did, that guy was such a hard worker, we all respected him immensely. We worked 10-4, work ten days get four days off and what did we do on our days off? First go into Jackson to the Cowboy or Rancher bar and hoist a few beers and then go back out and hike the Teton Trails. We loved that area so much. I hiked all the trails in this vid in those five summers.
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@browsman2328 ❤️ I love this so much. What beautiful memories you have. Those thunderstorms in the Tetons are no joke. Scary as hell but they make the best memories. Burt seems like my kind of guy. I remember as a young child making it to the ridge below Tablerock. My parents left me and my brothers under some trees during the scariest storms I ever saw. They continued off up to the summit. I’ll never forget the lightning and thunder everywhere as they walked away. Very humbling. Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for your work on these beautiful trails. So glad the video found you and brought back such fond memories.
@arlenbyrd 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing this! What time of year were you there?
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@arlenbyrd yes for sure! So glad the video found you and you enjoyed. This was done first part of July. You want to try to catch the Spring runoff cause the waterfalls here are bonkers🙂
@jenniferlagua7412 5 ай бұрын
Another great one! While I have always loved the outdoors, I started late in life to hiking and backpacking. I've been able to see some amazing places so far and I want to keep exploring for as long as my body is able. I have no desire to see cities like i do the mountains, lakes, rivers, and shores. Every time i watch on of your video's, I add a new place to my list. Keep inspiring!
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@jenniferlagua7412 I love that being outdoors lights you up. Nature has been my therapist for years. My main motivation to stay healthy is so I can explore as many cool places as possible and while I still can. Glacier Park is pretty incredible, in particular Lake Grinnell. Check out Iceberg Lake as well if you do go. Thanks for sharing!🙂
@Ares1775usmc 5 ай бұрын
This video I have watched maybe 50 times. Something like that. I’m doing this identical route in a few weeks. Inspired entirely by this video.
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@Ares1775usmc YEAHHH! I’m am so stoked for you! Where are you camping at each night? So much epicness is ahead of you. Jump in every lake you can! Smoke has been an issue here lately but hopefully it clears out soon. Hopefully the flowers are still peaking too. Ky was just up there a couple of weeks ago and it looked amazing. So glad the video found you. Let me know how it goes.🙂
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
@@Ares1775usmc Hey brotha, I saw your message and invite but can not seem to find it anywhere to respond. Bummer bout your friends bouncing in ya. Seems to always happen when you have something epic planned😅 I would love to hike this again with ya but I am not available those dates. I will pass on to a few of the other fellas and see if they are interested. Thanks for the invite though
@jenniferlagua7412 5 ай бұрын
I love the deep thoughts you provoke one to have with self in your videos. I find myself reflecting every video I watch of yours! Please keep making videos. You are inspiring those who need it!
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
Every message is one that I have found to be helpful in my journey. The hope is it can help others as well. Trusting the right message will find the right people at just the right time. I’m so glad the messages have found you. Thank you for your kind words. Sometimes I wonder if all the effort is even worth it. You kinda got me motivated to go start a new video now. Thank you for being here 🙂 🙏
@jenniferlagua7412 5 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul please do keep making them. Your videos are different than others. I can’t put it eloquently enough but your channel name is perfect for your content! Looking forward to your next video!
@joshuadpetrel8379 5 ай бұрын
Did you guys struggle with altitude sickness at all?
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
No it wasn’t an issue for any of us. We all live at 5000 ft. So it wasn’t too drastic of a change for anyone. I would recommend doing a few different hikes to different elevations and see how you do. If you’re feeling good at 10,000 ft then give it a go. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂
@AbelTravel 6 ай бұрын
I would call it azure blue. thanks for the wonderful video and the inspiring words. I hope you keep making more videos.
@stepsforthesoul 5 ай бұрын
Azure blue… I like it. Thank you so much for your kind words. I needed it more than you know. Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for being here🙂
@karterraine95 6 ай бұрын
Great video! Heading there with 4 other women next week. Yours is the first video that actually filmed Texas pass so thank you for that! Helped me feel more confident about leading my group over that.
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@@karterraine95 thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. I was super nervous about Texas Pass as well. It is pretty burly. You will do great. Just find a route with least amount of snow. The payoff at the top is so worth it. Best of luck! Thanks for stopping by the channel🙂
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
One more thing, come prepared for bugs. A cheap lil bug tent would be worth thousands of dollars up there.
@karterraine95 6 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul appreciate the advice on the big tent. I will look for one today. Maybe REI has them. I saw that in the video. I usually don’t pack a chair in but maybe it would be worth it so I could sit in there! Thanks again and keep making great videos.
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@karterraine95 they are like 20$ on Amazon and pretty lightweight but worth their weight in gold! Let me know how the hike ends up. Good luck!
@marlonxxi1 6 ай бұрын
Nice video love question where did you park at Teton Village
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@@marlonxxi1 thank you! Glad you enjoyed. There is a large parking lot right at the base of the ski area.
@jenniferlagua7412 6 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful! I love the PNW!
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@@jenniferlagua7412 for sure. We could only spend a few days here but we were very impressed with the area. Can’t wait to come back and explore it more. Jade Lake I’ll never forget. Any good recommendations?
@ScottHaun 6 ай бұрын
I was supposed to hike this last month with my son and the boy scouts. snow prevented us so we went up cascade canyon to hurricane pass and lake solitude. your video makes we want to schedule another trip later in the season!
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@@ScottHaun ahhh! That snow field on Hurricane Pass is super sketchy if it hasn’t melted out. Sorry to hear this. The first time I saw the Teton’s was when I was a Boy Scouts many years ago. Ole Tablerock! I’ve been hooked ever since. I do hope you can make it happen later this summer. Many great memories await you😊
@ScottHaun 6 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul i wont happen this summer since we have to fly in but it will happen at some point...
@stepsforthesoul 6 ай бұрын
@ScottHaun I understand. Sometimes the sun, moon, and stars all have to line up to make things happen. My hope is you and your son get to see this with your own eyes someday. Thanks for stopping by the channel😊
@mikesadventures79 7 ай бұрын
Inspiring man! Just so happens I am currently making some changes! Thanks for the awesome video! I just heard of this lake last week!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Yeah brotha! Change is good. Good for you. It’s a sign. Go check this place out. The waterfalls are unreal. Thanks for checking out the channel😊👊
@nicholegordon2424 7 ай бұрын
Wild flowers, peaks that take your breath away, glaciers, lakes, the best hiking parter…yup it was a good one.
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Yep it was one for the books. So many memories made on this one. It made me so happy to share The Winds with you😊
@Rockymtnhiker 7 ай бұрын
Really great video quality. Can you tell me what camera you were recording with? Thanks for the awesome video!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I was using a GoPro Hero 9 for this whole hike. Lightweight, waterproof, and pretty decent quality. So glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for being here😊
@Zebrahiker 7 ай бұрын
amazing stuff!! What month did yall do this hike?
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s was pretty special. This was mid July. No wildfire smoke and wildflowers goin off!
@Entering.happiness 7 ай бұрын
Was so surreal meeting you out here on this hike brother. We had just gotten done watching your videos on the Teton crest trail which helped guide our decision on coming out here. Can’t wait to do a hike together!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
I think I was in more disbelief than you were. Pretty amazing how that worked out. It really was the cherry on top of an incredible hike
@nicholegordon2424 7 ай бұрын
You absolutely made Hoku’s day. He thought I set it up😅. So great to meet you!
@Entering.happiness 7 ай бұрын
@@nicholegordon2424 hahaha I would think the same thing.
@Entering.happiness 7 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul man it’s such a small but big world. That was definitely the highlight of our trip as well. It’s not everyday you get to meet such great people. And now I cherish moments like this more than ever.
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
The universe works in mysterious ways. The timing was crazy. We almost hiked out the day before too. Hope to see you two again in the future
@lenbackus7198 7 ай бұрын
Alan Watts , @Stepsforthesoul. I will be there at approx the same dates next month. What did you use for insect repellent? And did you treat your clothes and tent with Permitherin?
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Ohhh man! I'm so excited for you. We used the "melt your skin" 100% deet. I highly recommend grabbing a face bug net as well as the bug net canopy. It's only 20-30$. We saved some hikers lives on our way out and gave them our bug canopy as they were going into the Cirque😅
@nicholegordon2424 7 ай бұрын
I would treat your clothes and tent as well as the items Hoku suggested. The sweet friends we met on the trail did and said it was a life saver. Enjoy your hike, it’s a good one!
@relaxingvideosnorthwest3646 7 ай бұрын
Very beautiful! Thank you for sharing
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Yes of course. Some beautiful country for sure. Thanks for being here🙂
@SummitSeeker546 7 ай бұрын
Love Alan Watts! Happiness is really all about you. Your beliefs, your attitude, your behaviors. You ultimately have control of your happiness. Joy is the positive feeling you get from an experience either shared with others or all by yourself. Joy and happiness are companions, they go together imo!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Love this. We are ultimately responsible for our own happiness/joy. Thank you for sharing. Have you been to The Wind Rivers yet?
@SummitSeeker546 7 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul the Winds are on the radar for possibly this fall. However a big life moment is currently unfolding that may alter our plans…
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
Ohhh life doing it's thing again...😅 I hope it all works out for the best for you. Fall might be the best time for The Winds. No bugs!
@SummitSeeker546 7 ай бұрын
Nothing wrong with a lazy, restful day exploring an upper alpine bowl. Nicely shot video!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
It doesn't happen often, but a rest day in the backcountry is such a treat.
@malencid 7 ай бұрын
What time of year?
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
This was middle of July 2023. I feel any earlier and conditions on Texas Pass would have been pretty bad.
@Meatwadsan 7 ай бұрын
He said middle of July in the video
@jenniferlagua7412 7 ай бұрын
Holy shit this video blew me away! Definitely need to experience this!
@stepsforthesoul 7 ай бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it. There is magic in those mountains. I hope you get to see them with our own eyes. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂
@NatureShy 8 ай бұрын
Great video, editing, and filming! This trail has been on my wish list for years.
@stepsforthesoul 8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Time to bump it up your list a few spots. Spectacular country. Thanks for stopping by the channel🙂
@NatureShy 7 ай бұрын
@@stepsforthesoul I sure will! My wish list is ever growing haha. It feels like no matter how many more trips and places I go to or backpack, my list just keeps growing!
@ElijahFairbanks 9 ай бұрын
So cool
@stepsforthesoul 9 ай бұрын
Damn right brotha! When you gonna join me on an epic adventure?!
@Outlaw-Josey-Wales 9 ай бұрын
This july 16th 2024 will be 20 yrs since myself and my wife were in a tragic car accident she died in my arms... Long have i wondered if this feeling would pass the kiss of my wife doesn't feel like the past 😢
@stepsforthesoul 9 ай бұрын
I cant even begin to understand that kind of loss. Im so sorry and hope you can find peace.
@thomassmith9371 9 ай бұрын
I am so sorry for your loss, that pain must be agonising. I wish you all the best because you deserve it. Of that there is no doubt.
@rickeygarcia4579 9 ай бұрын
So True!
@stepsforthesoul 9 ай бұрын
🙂🙌💯
@MichaelRyanEpley 9 ай бұрын
Bye, Ma!
@abdirabifarah7839 9 ай бұрын
Allahuma Ameen ❤😊🎉
@Miguel1stcor..13_4 9 ай бұрын
Isaiah 41:10 [10]Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’
@stepsforthesoul 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this insight. Very beautiful🙂
@sithlorddread8721 9 ай бұрын
I miss her so fucking much!! Tomorrow is her birthday. I'll never see her again.
@mistybloom3 9 ай бұрын
Ik this feeling to well. Deepest condolences condolences may they rest in peace
@stepsforthesoul 9 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear this. I hope someday you can find peace. I know the feeling as well
@bobsiddoway 11 ай бұрын
Rad edit, man! From a fellow Idahoan. 🤙🔥
@stepsforthesoul 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Bob! Some edits take longer than others for sure. So glad you appreciated it. Idaho is pretty special.
@SummitSeeker546 11 ай бұрын
I’ve done it all - like, subscribe, share!
@stepsforthesoul 11 ай бұрын
You're the best brotha! Thank you