Was it worth it??? Dude, this is absolutely gorgeous! Your work is delightful and your attention to detail is outstanding. I say this because I went a coupke of times to your gallery in Miami and spent some hours viewing your work. It is one thing to see your work online, but it is a totally different experience to view it printed, AWESOME WORK! Keep it up! BTW, I really appreciate the technical section! Merry Christmas to you and all your loved ones!
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
Thank you! We both agree on the point of seeing the works in person versus on a computer screen for sure. Merry Christmas to you and yours and may this coming year bring you prosperity and peace.
@carlosmm76Ай бұрын
Thank you, Rodney Much appreciated!
@thedarkslideАй бұрын
Very nice!! I have not been lucky with a permit yet, have been trying the lottery for 8 years now. :( Next year, I will do a through hike if I don’t get a permit.
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
I know that feeling, the lottery is a tough one, but keep at it! Because a through hike is not an easy thing to do. But if that’s the only only way, train, train, and train some more. Best of luck, it is fantastic. 🤞
@dan4386Ай бұрын
The shot is beautiful. The Enchantments was one of the best hikes I've ever done - hoping to get back to that area soon to see some of the areas in your video!
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
I know, it’s hard to beat it. Perhaps that’s why they’re called The Enchantments. Hope you make it back there soon! I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention there’s a Poster Sale going on my website now but ends tonight, that image is part of it. rodneyloughjr.com 🙏
@michaelhartnett5640Ай бұрын
Thanks for the beautiful hike. Reminded me of the beauty of some of my trail hikes. Viewing a high mountain lake during 4 summers working in Mt. Rainier National Park.
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
Mt. Rainier NP is another stunning place to visit and enjoy in the Cascades too! There’s more to see and experience than any of us have time for. Thank you for sharing and keep getting out there. 🌲
@GeneSharrattАй бұрын
Great video, music, and scenery. Friends and complete the Enchantment loop earlier this fall. I highly recommend it, but be aware that getting in shape for this 22-mile journey is key. We were 12 trekking hours on the trail, 14 total with stops for lunch and breaks along the way. Headlamps in the fall are essential and be prepared for Aasgard Pass after you pass Colchuck Lake. Slow and steady wins the day with this steep ascent into the Enchantment Lakes region. A one-day permit is not hard to access. It is the overnight permits that are a challenge. This is a hike/experience of a lifetime. I hope you find time to experience the beauty of the area. Super video. Thanks for bringing back the memories.
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
Thanks. Wonderful advice. As for Asgard it helps if you live above 7,000ft. 😆 I’d add to this that trying to hike this in a day is not easy no matter how old/young you are. People do it all the time though.
@NWFressshhhАй бұрын
Lookin good, cuz!
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
@@NWFressshhh it was such an amazing trip, for the second time. And I got to be back in there longer as well. Hopefully they’ll let me back in someday. 👍🤤
@seanmcgowan42142 ай бұрын
Amazing as always, buddy! How in the heck did you score permits 3 times? We've been trying to just get one for years! Right on! Keep having fun and showing us, till we can get back out there!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Good question! But I am not going to question it. 😳
@4ndj2 ай бұрын
wowww that goat is cool
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
I know right! I came around a very narrow corner and there it was. There wasn’t really anywhere to go. Then the baby came into view! I pushed backwards as far as I could and then all three of them passed by me. Thankfully, because there was a huge cliff right behind me and there wasn’t anywhere else I could go. But it was a magnificent moment indeed! They are so pretty 😍
@tpittkin2 ай бұрын
Great video Rodney! Happy I got the chance to meet you up there!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
It was great meeting you too! I hope you enjoyed the Enchantments as much as I did!
@LJSOMMERS-i5g2 ай бұрын
Peaceful. Thank you.
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
You have to go if you can! There’s a bit of trail finding involved but well worth it in the end. 👍
@LJSOMMERS-i5g2 ай бұрын
Love silent hiking with you. And the views! Thank you! 🩵
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
You are so very welcome. 🙏
@martinagorfer2 ай бұрын
It’s very nice to hike with you through all these nice areas ( while I’m sitting on my breakfast table in Germany) 😏
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Living vicariously. I do it all the time as well. Even at breakfast. 😂
@tomaswmitchellphotography2 ай бұрын
Fantastic! I love larch trees and you nailed it with Doozy! How many days were you in there?
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
I had a 10 day permit. It was awesome. 😎 have you been there?
@tomaswmitchellphotography2 ай бұрын
@ no I’ve never been. I didn’t even know about it until you talked about it. 10 days? Wow that must have been amazing!!
@manjus32 ай бұрын
Great video. Love the image at the end!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Thank you! That was sunrise and it was the first time I had any sort of color in the sky, unless you count shades of gray. ;-)
@manjus32 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr Did you do a through-hike, or camped in the Enchantments?
@terb952 ай бұрын
Well done video!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy! Hope you are getting out there to enjoy the landscape as well.
@ervinslens2 ай бұрын
Such a beautiful solo hike my friend, thumbnail is perfect! Bravo
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Thank you! The Enchantments are certainly a breathtaking place. re thumbnail: I think I stayed there for about an hour or so, just staring at the stunning beauty before me.
@Kate-oq2ec2 ай бұрын
I love how the world looks through your lens 📸 I get lost in your photos 😌 You’re the best!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching the premier with me! It is so nice to hear wonderful words such as yours! Hope you've been or are able to go there someday. The entire range is stunningly beautiful.
@carlosmm762 ай бұрын
The photograph is awesome! absolutely beautiful work as always!
@RodneyLoughJr2 ай бұрын
That place is amazing! Try and get there someday. 👍
@LJSOMMERS-i5g3 ай бұрын
Glad you’re able to be back on the trails 😊
@RodneyLoughJrАй бұрын
Me too! Falling off a roof onto the edge of the truck bed receiving four broken ribs and a punctured lung was not fun. In the truest of word play…”I’m feeling much better”. Thanks 🤣
@LJSOMMERS-i5g3 ай бұрын
Beautiful. So attentive to the details for an exquisite masterpiece.
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
Thanks for noticing. It really is a beautiful place.
@LJSOMMERS-i5g3 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr Hello. Is this how to talk privately to you? (I’m new at this, so just wondering)
@LJSOMMERS-i5g3 ай бұрын
10:15. Beautiful healing hike. Touches my soul
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
You are so right, well put! So many amazing places to visit and hike out there, makes the choices hard until you realize that one can hardly go wrong.
@TonyPiccolo-x3f3 ай бұрын
Beautiful and Breathtaking. Loved it soooo much
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
It really is an amazing place. Just bring your oxygen. 😉
@frankkinser47943 ай бұрын
Was it worth it? Oh hell yes! Many a hike I have gone on, mostly in pursuit of photography. Numerous times I have gotten to my destination and the conditions weren't right for shooting. Regardless, I have never been disappointed in the hike.
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
Okay 👍 I completely have to agree with that statement from an obviously wise fellow. 😉 Let’s both, heck all of us, get out and hike more!
@ervinslens3 ай бұрын
What a breathtaking scenery my friend! Thumbnail is epic as well 🔥
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
Thank you, it really is a stunning place! They say the thumbnail is ‘everything’ 😉
@abhishekmandal89113 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@cheynewalls3 ай бұрын
Beautiful photograph!
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
@@cheynewalls thank you 🙏 but the natural beauty of the place almost makes it too easy. Although almost falling into the water was a very sobering experience.
@cheynewalls3 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr Oh the natural beauty is one thing and incredible, but to do the work, carry all that gear, almost falling in the water :), to capture an amazing moment and share with others. That makes it a truly beautiful photograph. Have been inspired by your work for many years. Its a life goal of mine, when I buy my first home, your work will be the first art piece to be hung on the wall. Cheers
@CONSISTENCYOVEREVERYTHING4 ай бұрын
Beautiful! Do you happen to have a pin drop for where the location is for the beautiful photo at the end? I'm planning a trip end of October and would like to go to that exact spot
@RodneyLoughJr4 ай бұрын
I don't sorry. But this is out by Wonder Lake. And another but…the access is closed right now due to the road closure. But…have a great time. It is a wonderful place.
@CONSISTENCYOVEREVERYTHING4 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr was this towards the begining or end of the hike? Or was this near the parking area? Beautiful picture. It's a shame access is closed right now
@RodneyLoughJr3 ай бұрын
@@CONSISTENCYOVEREVERYTHING All of these kinds of videos are done chronologically. So if you like a clip near the beginning then what you’re seeing is near the beginning and so on. Hope that helps.
@tomaswmitchellphotography4 ай бұрын
So nice!❤❤❤ it was worth asking them to move.😊
@RodneyLoughJr4 ай бұрын
I think so too! And they were really nice about it.
@tomaswmitchellphotography4 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr I’ve gotten to locations three hours before the light was going to get good and I’ve had people walk up just as the light is happening and ask me to move so they can get the shot. I reply nicely “no, I got here three hours ago, this is a first come first serve experience.” 😉
@johnkola64754 ай бұрын
simple and beautiful photo
@RodneyLoughJr4 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@mpacreative5 ай бұрын
Love this shot so much mate.
@RodneyLoughJr5 ай бұрын
Thanks! 🙏 Hope you get a chance to watch the Back Story via the link. It’s pretty funny. 😆
@nickvandergraaf10535 ай бұрын
"I love a rainy night!"
@RodneyLoughJr5 ай бұрын
And that sound on the tent fly. 👍
@christopherlyddell87415 ай бұрын
The first image of yours I saw in San Francisco in 2009 that captivated me. The first of many I purchased , in my opinion one of your finest!! I will never forget the 2011 workshop in Yosemite Rodney - unfortunately a few joint problems have prevented me doing any more but that trip inspired me and still inspires me to this day!!!
@RodneyLoughJr5 ай бұрын
Thanks for those kind words. Day Dreaming helped launch an entire career. You should watch the back Story if you haven't yet...follow that link in the description. Otherwise how are you doing my fellow PhotoSnob!? Great to hear from you. Hope you are still getting 'out there'! Les Trois Tetons! hahahahhaha
@Troutvoyager6 ай бұрын
Rad man this is good stuff!!! Just got my channel going I was in the sawtooths last June also
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
The Sawtooth’s are amazing aren’t they. Sad news this year with the fire that’s going on. Congrats on starting your channel.
@terb956 ай бұрын
Love the silent hiking ASMR video!
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
@terb95 thank man! Hope you two are getting out into the woods as much as possible. Be well.
@amberblasingame75396 ай бұрын
We are getting ready to do the 18 mile hike in one day on August 3 rd. When did you do this beautiful hike?
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
It is a magnificent hike. Kudos to you for doing it in a day! I was there July 1-3, 2024. Check the news as I heard thunderstorms (they think) started a fire and last I heard it was not contained yet. Good luck!
@amberblasingame75396 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJrthank you for the heads up. We are checking now. 😊.
@amberblasingame75396 ай бұрын
Love your content and the way you do it. The hikes are gorgeous. Well done!!😊
@emin-x3t3f6 ай бұрын
Paylaşım için teşekkürler efendim huzur mutluluk dilerim efendim
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@KhurshidsChannel6 ай бұрын
Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing. subd & 👍10
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
More to come. Stay tuned.
@carterpritchard28576 ай бұрын
this is beautiful
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. It is a stunning area for sure. Hope you are able to visit it sometime.
@cachemacstrailtime6 ай бұрын
This is such a beautiful area. I was hoping to get up there this year. Very Nice!
@RodneyLoughJr6 ай бұрын
Thanks for that, the area really is stunning! And at 20'ish 'HARD' miles is worth every step. Hope you get to go there...my advice is contrary to everyone else's, but go clockwise.
@cheynewalls9 ай бұрын
Beautiful!! Very much enjoyed this. Cheers
@RodneyLoughJr9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you get a chance to get out there and enjoy the wilderness. 🌲
@cheynewalls9 ай бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr You inspired me, Going to head out next week to photograph that area. Cheers
@RodneyLoughJr9 ай бұрын
@@cheynewalls best of luck. Be safe. Have fun.
@nanaontherun196810 ай бұрын
I used to visit your gallery by the Aria when I was in Vegas, There was one photo of a swell in a water stream, I think taken in Utah.. Id stand for a half hour just mesmerized by it. It was absolutely stunning.
@RodneyLoughJr10 ай бұрын
Ahhh Vegas, what an amazing place. So glad you were able to visit & it brought you peace. Was the image one of these by chance? www.rodneyloughjr.com/image-gallery?category=Water
@SteveG-e7x Жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Never stop 😊 By the way, how many crew were in your production team? 😂😂
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏. I had a huge crew, Me, Myself and I. 😉
@williamlturnley282 Жыл бұрын
Hi Rodney! It's been a long time since the Art & Wine Festival in Burlingame! You know I've always be a real fan of your Photos! This one, '"Cirque of Towers" is beautiful! You know . . . I can almost see the clouds moving before bringing myself back to reality! Thanks! (Yes! Ir was worth it!!) I have 4 of your fine prints ("Day Dreaming," "Left Handed," are 2) in my room with me now and of course, the fine redwood print("Dogwood") in the Livingroom. It's good to see you're out and about! Check out Red Rock Canyon, NV, next time your nearby! (Less bears!)
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
OMG! It has been such a long time hasn’t it. If memory serves I was up at about 10,500’ish ft. Where it seems that the wind never stops blowing. I guess that’s one reason they call this place The Winds. BTW I have Dogwood hanging in my home as well. Absolutely love it! As I’m sure you do. 🙏
@williamlturnley282 Жыл бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr I sure do! "Cirque de Towers" is well worth the effort, albeit cold! Having backpacked myself in the past at that altitude, it always seems invariably windy. There a a couple of peaks here, where trees are too sparse to temper it. Thank you, again!
@terb95 Жыл бұрын
I love It!
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
Thank you very very much. You’re very kind.
@stevemccarthy4320 Жыл бұрын
Great video Rodney - Thank you for sharing! Did you do this as a solo-hike (where you had to scurry to set up the video shot, then hike through, and then scurry back to pick up your camera) or did you bring a cameraman with you?
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
You know me. I’m a soloist. Scurried about like a lost bunny rabbit.
@stevemccarthy4320 Жыл бұрын
@RodneyLoughJr - If you're like me Rodney, nothing happens in just one "take". You about doubled the length of your hike getting all these amazing shots! Great job! 👏
@jullieadeleida3197 Жыл бұрын
Your new friends from Indonesia, are here to listen and watch your videos wholeheartedly and share the beautiful ones.nuce vloq..👋🤝🇮🇩🙋👍
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
Thanks and welcome 🙏
@jullieadeleida3197 Жыл бұрын
@@RodneyLoughJr your welcome👍🇮🇩🙋
@cachemacstrailtime Жыл бұрын
I believe I stayed in the exact spot you did. Up on a little shelf south of Lonesome Lake. Beautiful video. I wished I had the patience and the equipment you had to get the shots. I'm usually crunched on time and need to burn miles. Take care!
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
Wow. You know the area well indeed because that describes very nearly the spot. Patience comes on strong for me when I’m standing in front of something so amazing. Just wish I could find someone to carry the equipment. 😉
@cachemacstrailtime Жыл бұрын
Beautiful hiking trip. I've been looking at different hikes in the area, and this one looks pretty nice.
@RodneyLoughJr Жыл бұрын
Oh it is absolutely stunning. I'm sure you would love it! The final push up to the 5th Bench Lake though does require a little trail finding. But if I can find it, anyone can find it. Be safe and have fun!