16 Days Across the Wild | LITTLE NORTH | Full Documentary

This is the full length documentary of our expedition across the wilderness of the Little North.
LITTLE NORTH chronicles a 450km canoe journey across Canada's Little North, a vast wilderness sprawling for over a million square kilometers in the northern reaches of Ontario and Manitoba. The adventure is centered on the Cat and Throat River watersheds of Northwestern Ontario. In an attempt to retrace portions of a long forgotten fur trade route, we paddle upstream on the Cat, cross the seldom travelled height of land and then descend the Throat from its headwaters to confluence.
The area is steeped in first nation use and some sections are still traveled to access hunting and fishing grounds. Other sections have been lost to the ravages of time, and retracing these historic routes is no easy task. Few travel the remote waterways that crisscross this expansive wilderness, but those who do, are rewarded with unparalleled solitude and seclusion.
This long documentary version combines the three episodes from this adventure with a few editing tweaks.

[@patriciamurphy6559]

Thx for taking us all with you on your beautiful journey. Love and light to you. ❤ 😊❤

[@RayeRaye77]

Wow, if the land could speak, she'd make you want to cry. Not to mention her majestic beauty...

[@saskagopher7319]

Brad you are truly fortunate to have a paddling partner like Leah. You are one tough gal Leah!

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

Thanks! She's something else for sure. Love that we can share these adventures together.

[@futuresteve9781]

This channel is going to blow up with subscribers.

[@chrlmn7372]

Hello, Brad (got the link from your buddy Xander to your KZbin channel)! So a very beautiful video, better than any Netflix❣💯👍👍👍! A big and warm THANK to you, sir! Greetings from Sweden! Love your way to story-telling! My childhood dream was to explore the First Nation peoples home environment! The landscape, rivers and lakes are very much alike here in Sweden up north, but Canada is so amazing in every way and in my youth I was keen on reading about the first nation Algonquin people and I imagine how it was to live outdoors in the pristine wilderness and your KZbin channel showing so beautiful and unique wilderness landscapes and the water ways that also are probably used by the ancient Indians as well! I wonder if you have seen any signs from past when you are moving along the rivers and staying at the seashores of the beautiful lakes! Sending you best regards from Sweden and may all the good things come your way with rich blessings in every way! 🙏🙏🙏

[@Devight]

Ballet Brad... Baker Brad... wow youve got me laughing. You both know how to keep the good vibes rollin. Ya'll are nuts ... keep up the good work!

[@jamoliverj]

Third time watching! (watched the 3 parter twice) This film is favourite for me.

[@kathydurr266]

You two are amazing together and girl you are a ROCK STAR!!!

[@kuriouskat444]

Also, I have to say you two make an awesome team. My first time catching your channel. She is no wimp, and you’re a great leader!

[@mkolic2872]

😳I'm finding it very difficult to find words to describe what I have just watched! What a trip what an adventure what a MARATHON! Brad you and your Queen are warriors well well done that was more than a treat to watch thank you 👍👍👍 .I will be rewatching that video a few times that's for sure! Loved it ❤️.God bless 🙏

[@kuriouskat444]

As someone who knows I will never experience this, thank you! What an amazing trip to take without actually having to do the work! But c’mon, you know there were sights and sounds you didn’t show that would probably blow our minds. Lol

[@lorivachonkarvonen3977]

Thank you for sharing!!! From Michigan's Copper Country. Awesome views and you guys talk like us!

[@mackd96]

Between watching you and Xander, I now am completely sold on buying a canoe, (it’s gonna be old and patchy). And I’m so excited for it

[@deanhunt9873]

One of the greatest videos I've ever watched a whole lot of people will absolutely love this one it is great thank you so much I know this is something you will never forget for the rest of your life

[@timsullivan5489]

you guys do an amazing job with your filming and narrating.Thankyou. You need to have a draw to bring a viewer along. lol

[@leahjennings8694]

Love that idea!

[@toni-lynnmarcoux]

Outstanding video, keep up the great work. we love watching your videos and cheers to "THE QUEEN" You Rock Leah. You both are very hard core paddlers.

[@leahjennings8694]

Aw thanks! I was pretty scared before that last rapid 😝

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

This is the full combined version LITTLE NORTH (all 3 episodes with a few minor tweaks). We had wanted to put it up last year, but internet speeds at the time limited uploading ability. New series will be launching in a few weeks. Enjoy and happy paddling all!

[@Jaya-ee2ff]

W pop

[@ASwordoftheLordGod]

LOOK GUYS I CAN'T TOLERATE THE EXAGGERATION THE EXCESSIVE UNNECESSARY WORDS. IT JUST DRIVES ME NUTS WHEN PEOPLE TRY TO BE UNREAL LIKE PEOPLE DON'T TALK THE WAY YOU GUYS ARE TRYING TO TALK...... LOL YEAH I'VE BEEN DOING THIS ALL MY LIFE I'M 50 YEARS OLD. YOU KNEWAVE KIDS IT'S ALL ABOUT ENTERTAINMENT AND PUTTING DOLLARS IN YOUR POCKET EVERYTHING YOU DO. YOU'LL EVEN LIE EXAGGERATE AND PRETEND YOU ALL LIKE A BUNCH KZbin ACTORS.... LOL

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

@@ASwordoftheLordGod retrace the route. You'll find it's worth it and true to portrayal. Happy paddling.

[@iamwhoiam4410]

Beautiful adventure, two beautiful people. What more could anyone ask for. No words to describe you two but, thank you for the adventure with both of you.

[@garrick1946]

The pristine wilderness you travelled through is wonderful. However, the human side of this trip impressed me even more. It takes two special people to support each other and stay upbeat through hardships that would cause most people to descend into bickering and blaming. Leah and Brad, you are amazing!

[@Cobbmtngirl]

So incredibly beautiful! And the fact that you didn’t see another human makes it best. Thanks for sharing.

[@terizumbusch8408]

Just found you guys and this was an absolutely wonderful video and journey. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Your last day was one for the books, God truly rewarded you with the most beautiful falls and an incredible sunset as if to say well done. Blessings❤❤

[@krispycool1]

So many trees so much water so beautiful! I live in South Australia which is completely opposite, its barren and dry so I find all your country awesomely beautiful, you are very lucky.

[@wendelclements6448]

That is one of the most beautiful videos I have watch. I have subscribed to your channel

[@danielcarroll5667]

Truly amazing , thank you both for sharing an incredible journey.......

[@felishiadarling]

Thank you for taking me on your journey. I admit I got a little worried towards the end. I’m glad you made it safely. But, how did you make it on time? That alone is amazing.

[@johnt.1364]

great photography,thank you so much ,looking forward to more of your adventures,your both obviously happy campers,keep up the good work

[@gavinCZ]

Ok, just incredible guys, thanks for taking us along

[@LLandQC]

What an amazing video! A lot of people go on canoe trips and don't even think about the history of the place they're in. It's nice to see people aknowledging the rich history of these routes.

[@juliamontoya4153]

Thank you for sharing. Hard work, so beautiful at the same time. I am amazed, what an adventure with your very strong, beautiful companion. Blessings to you both. There is still beauty and untouched land. God bless America and safe travels.

[@ronjamesdurkee94]

WOW😉 Thankyou so very much. Leah is a trooper

[@peterspencer396]

Well done!

[@Barret-paddles]

Jaw dropping trip Brad and Leah! Can't thank you enough for your work and sharing it with us. A fantastic journey and one you will always remember no doubt💜, BRAVO!

[@13orangeleaf]

I really loved watching your adventure, video was perfect, loved the narration, loved seeing the sights , very professional, very captivating,. Glad you made it back safely with no major issues, and no large animals to deal with while camping,. Loved it,.

[@parveensingh4660]

🎉🎉

[@mynameisbigmama2805]

The best version of teamwork, positive mindsets and fantastic communication. Wishing you all the best! Reminds me of my high school sweetheart that I was with for almost a decade! Great job guys! Give yourselves some credit, hope you both get everything you want in life!!! Blessings and love!

[@deathtrance217]

Wow! That last run was epic! She was airborne a few times,plus to end up at that brilliant beach after that run was the perfect place to sit back and reflect. Awesome Adventures.

[@ianmatheson102]

Fantastic videos , love them from afar in New Zealand.

[@iainwarren7214]

Thanks for the subtitles for those of us that don’t have ears.

[@littlepony6762]

Loved it Adventurer around every corner 👊🏽👊🏽

[@Crosado777]

What an amazing documentary! I felt like I was there too, loved every minute of it.

[@billsmith7357]

These are the trips that most of us will only dream about. But thanks to the both of you we at least get to be a small part of it. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@tomgrantham9992]

You are a brave woman.

[@looking4leasuretime]

Your videos made my 2019 hospital stay+ so much more bareable and motivating for when I could go myself. This year I get to do an early summer drive around, warming up with camping. THANK-YOU

[@kgsz]

Thank you. It was such a beautiful journey

[@mikemclean2449]

Really happy you both shared this experience together.

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

These are the best kind of experiences to have as a couple. So rewarding!

[@mikemclean2449]

@@ExploreTheBackcountry Found you via Xander and Lost Lakes btw.

[@boatman222345]

Another brilliant documentary! I don't so much watch these wonderful films as "experience" them and in doing so gain great comfort in the knowledge that such "wildness" still exists and, better yet, young people capable of experiencing the great natural beauty while meeting the challenges still exist as well. RE the damage to your canoe you might want to try Marine Tex. It's a 2 part epoxy putty that cures to greater strength than the original material. It's a bit messy to use but cures overnight and is impervious to water. I punched a 2x3” hole in the keel of a fiberglass canoe while running a rapid and patched it with Marine Tex. Five years later when I sold the canoe the patch was as good as the day I made it.

[@nathanpell-cook499]

Was completely glued to you twos travel. Wow! Beautiful land and loved the beautiful ways you capped each day like a personal journal entry. Really good thanks for sharing!

[@360-media]

Well made and beautiful. A mesmerizing experience to both my eyes and ears. I grew increasingly sad as the end of the video approached and I knew I would be wanting more. There is so much to like about this documentary, production quality, video editing, narration, music, and an incredible story. You had it all. I can't wait to see what you will bring to the world in the future.

[@markcummings6856]

Beautiful journey. Thanks for sharing.

[@yamabiru4553]

You are the QUEEN, remember that!

[@BentbrooksRambles]

An epic journey in an epic setting. Thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. Thank you for sharing!

[@wendyoutdoors2230]

Awesome trip. Absolutely great video. Thanks so much

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

Glad you enjoyed it Wendy!

[@geirnilssen8579]

Amazing story. Good video. Well done in every way!

[@edwarddiekhoff859]

Fantastic trip. You two make a great team.

[@johnlake7746]

Amazing, teamwork You guys rock! Thank you for sharing your amazing trip. Very cool, well done. Makes me wish I were younger. Can't wait for your next one

[@rene3339]

Amazing trip, pristine landscapes, the narrative is excellent. Stunning. Great thanks for sharing.

[@acecoast6185]

That was amazing guys! Bravo

[@zeldarobinson3382]

Great video and great journey in our beautiful country we call home , what surprised me was the lack of wildlife on your trip which we all enjoyed . stay safe and healthy

[@luluwan5212]

saw you first with Jon and Xander..love the way you care enough about your content and your audience that you follow a script at times..an epic trip for sure..I subscribed..hope the fishing gets better.

[@jayheinrich5207]

I m new to you. THank you! Wonderful couple/ adventures. You two make recovering much better!

[@cinemellekl7145]

Beautiful narrative! I couldn't help but drift into the past as I journeyed down the river with you. To be able to see what it must have been like through your perspective was enlightening. Thank you for sharing.

[@wobblyisthebest]

Really enjoyed this. Watched the whole thing whilst being unable to sleep. What an amazing adventure. liked and subbed for you. Best wishes from the UK

[@nancyl3843]

Wonderful, wonderful video, beautiful waters and geography. Many thanks to you both and God bless you. Great narration by the way; both of you. Much love.

[@walleyehunter8862]

That's the best journey anyone can go on ! What a beautiful view of nature ..The sound of loons is music to my ears 😍

[@sonjamarohn1134]

Die Umgebung ist so schön

[@alexanderlawson1649]

Thanks for that , it was GOOOOD.

[@OakleyOriginals]

I watched your entire documentary. What an amazing trip! You did an excellent job on filming and narrating. Thanks so much! Those remote paddles are the best.

[@canoepoler]

Very beautiful river and region! Lovely to see. (might I suggest that poling might save you a lot of wading, carrying and scraping on a river such as that.) Thanks for posting!

[@Northernexposurefan]

Sasquatch country. Very relaxing to watch, a nice journey.

[@stephenelderkin5022]

What an amazing journey! Living life to it's fullest. Moment to moment. Magical!

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

I'm so excited to watch this adventure again! Cheers guys.

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

I had meant to put it up last year, but internet speeds at the time pretty much made that impossible. New series on the way soon!

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

@@ExploreTheBackcountry can't wait. Thanks for all the hard work.

[@BackcountryPaddler]

What an outstanding journey you guys! This was such an enjoyable watch on a Saturday morning...I love the full trip videos. Awesome adventure. 😁

[@sasquatchcreativityinthefo8573]

WOW, I just watched the entire video and absolutely love the connection you both have together. This was definitely a massive planning trip with great food, views, and the never forgetful bushwacking, plus the rain and 2 amazing canoeist. The editing of this video must have been pretty tough to do and done superbly. I am looking forward to watching many of your previous trips and those after this one....thanks Brad & Leah....from New Hampshire.

[@TxOutlaw13]

What an adventure! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@jackgwaltney6578]

Thank you for combining the trip episodes in a documentary. We enjoyed the extra commentary, as well. Of course, it will make us want more!

[@doncox1330]

This was amazing. I didn’t think I’d watch it through but I couldn’t stop. I’m a NYC boy, but this really made me think how I’d like to try this. Your videography is also amazing.

[@wyoprospector]

Wow, you guys are awesome! Your presentation is one of the BEST I've seen here on YT, thanks for sharing your adventure through God's Country with the rest of us. 30 years ago I paddled the BWCA and your wonderful video brought back some treasured memories. God Bless the 2 of you!

[@dancotten375]

First time I've seen your channel, couldn't stop watching. Great adventure. You might want to check out West System's 650 Toughened Epoxy for a canoe repair kit, I believe it will adhere to damp and wet surfaces.

[@samanthadouglas3487]

some of that kayaking trek is pretty tiring just watching from here :o Glad you two are a good team out there that is some serious rugged vacationing !

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Amazing adventure.

[@user-zm5dw9vr5d]

Wow you guys that was an awesome video! I’m amazed by how deeply I was touched…. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful experience. If your goal is to get more people to understand how important it is to preserve these untouched wilderness areas…. You are doing a fantastic job! Keep up the great work my friends ❤

[@mattymieds]

Thank you for this, I am looking forward to my trips coming up this summer up in the Little North Ontario :)

[@obstoutdoors6558]

Great trip. I used Brad’s line “Got sh*tty out quick.” just yesterday when a thunderstorm popped up on us while kayaking. 👍🏼

[@diwick6477]

WOW!! Absolutely beautiful … and exciting! Well done!

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

Hey Brad I have noticed you are a fellow cyclist as well.We should do a ride and canoe video. I am a haven't paddled in years but I am dying to get back into it. Cheers

[@ykb946]

I found your Channel through Xander and John! I'm Liking your Videos...Informative. Hello From Banff Ab.

[@mikewhitman3235]

Amazing trip! Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@SwampDonkey530]

Cool trip! The Berens in its entirety is pretty neat too. My trip started in the Gammon/Bloodvein, then north to little grand, out to LW and back down LW to the Red River..23 days, 850 miles. Thanks for sharing.

[@elizabethcochran8627]

You two are the best! Thank you ❤

[@joek9588]

This is the best video of Canadian north

[@looking4leasuretime]

Thanks!

[@everlast2658]

Fantastic adventure

[@jimfromoregonusa9899]

Impressive...thanks for sharing this incredible adventure....well well done!

[@paultaylor3856]

I saw all three episodes and just watched this one and loved it also. You guys are great, love the videography and dialogue, just epic. Thanks for sharing and all the work that goes into these videos.

[@Waveyak]

Epic adventure. Epic film. Thank you for sharing.

[@ExploreTheBackcountry]

Glad you enjoyed it! Such an amazing area to explore!

[@FullMoonHatch]

Wow, super impressed. What an amazing adventure.

[@m-bronte]

wow, amazing adventure!

[@stevenl8687]

looks like an amazing adventure! Full respect from Calgary! Can’t wait for more!!

[@user-ik4fd9ny4b]

Brad, you are something else. But Leah, YOU ARE A ROCK STAR! My goodness. I see that at times you (Leah) seamed chilled to the bone.. But you kept going. I was a tough guy many years ago and wouldn't back down to an equivalent journey yet I don't think I would have attempted another adventure like these after participating in just one. Ma Ma Mia! I'm in love!

[@luisrenefumeroleon9060]

Great trip and video. I watched the entire video. You guys are brave. Looking forward to more videos and adventures in your channel. Take care :)

[@darrenmetcalfe2933]

I always look forward to your adventures on the water and this just doesn’t disappoint. What an amazing life you guys live