3 Days Winter Camping on Half Frozen Lakes in Snowstorm

​@maximbudnick and I get out for 2 nights testing our gear as we get ready for a big upcoming trip
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Headlamp - Fenix HM60R

[@kimberlyzamora4437]

What I like most about Xander's videos is there is no music. Just the outdoors and the sound of snow, water or whatever he's into that trip. ✌️

[@wallacewilson7750]

Except when he includes Maxim’s music.

[@unclebunso]

Pure nature 😊

[@AndrewBrethourMusic]

When he uses Max's music for the drone shots, it gets me every time

[@mwaqarshah54]

I also dont like music Cause i like nature sounds

[@cpguy99ify]

I hate those type of videos that are are half ambient music and no talking, I want some personality.....not just some dude cutting wood lol

[@makwanorth4270]

Always a joy watching you and your bro enjoying something you are both passionate about. I lost my brother 2 years ago and he was my fishing partner every summer...you guys brought me back to some great memories tonight...appreciate that and appreciate you guys for taking us all these adventures! Peace!🙂

[@terribly1]

The perfectly synchronized reaction to the "crunch!" was hilarious. Appreciate the simultaneous levity and conscientiousness you bring to what you do.

[@perspective8369]

I laughed so hard 😂 they were both like “OKAY we heard you lake we’ll back off”

[@balazsgyurak4551]

I love how you just seem to be always happy and look at the bright side of things. Food left at home? No problems, no hard feelings, just an opportunity to make some jokes and some friendly banter. You really do have some great healthy relationships. Your videos are a joy to watch and I'm always looking forward to them! Thanks Xander!

[@maryannefolk1590]

Here I am at 255 am cant sleep due to pain, and yet I'm smiling because there's a Xander video to watch. Thank you for bringing me some joy when I need it most.

[@scotthembree1888]

I feel your pain.

[@Gavinhernandez_]

“The perfect Friday doesn’t exi-“

[@Rodddknee]

You’re the man Xander!! You’re my inspiration, my hero. I am still sober and keeping it going and its starting to get a lot easier you make me go outdoors and do the stuff you do. I respect you a lot and please keep the videos coming. You’re the greatest. Much love from Canada!! Rodney.

[@SchmutzieOutdoors]

Xander, there's a joke in here about Max & Jon both forgetting the food.... Great vid.

[@carsonwbock]

11:55 one of the best moments in any of your videos LOL

[@fayepotts3279]

Xander, you and your brother are a beautiful example of brotherly love. You just can’t beat that! Thank you for setting a great stage for your next great adventure. Can’t wait!!!

[@scottperine8027]

Life is about the journey and not the destination…your photography is outstanding and the food is always drool worthy when you remember to bring it.

[@Charlie_00000]

നിങ്ങൾ ഒരു നല്ല സഞ്ചാരിയാണ് വീഡിയോ എടുക്കാനുള്ള കഷ്ടപ്പാട് മനസ്സിലാകുന്നുണ്ട് എത്രയോ നിന്നോട് ഇഷ്ടപ്പെടുന്നു ഞാൻ മുന്നോട്ടുപോകു. Love from India (Kerala)🇮🇳

[@omaranaya381]

Favorite outdoors KZbinr, great guy and great quality videos. 👌

[@peterpiper487]

Bring Max along more often. You two work together very well. And I LOVE the fact that you don't have any music to distract from the video... great decision!

[@terlorskitch]

Thanks Xander, it’s a perfect Friday night now.

[@cherylsibson2529]

the " swirling snow" around you was a perfect image for a movie, cough coffee, aren't you glad you are alive and can travel like this? Of course you are!

[@gruhlruben]

Thank you Xander, perfect Friday 😊 keep it on

[@LostLakes]

Max I cannot believe you forgot dinner man... Godspeed on the trip guys. Don't go downward 🤽‍♀️

[@josephmeyers9379]

I love how you and your brothers are so close and really enjoy each others company. You don’t see that a ton these days.

[@Mondhase2000]

It's so great to see these night timelapses 😍😍I grew up in a village, our house was so close to the forest that I just needed a 2 minutes walk to reach it. No street lamps, no traffic at night. Just the nights voice and tons of stars. I am living in a big city now and miss this so much 😢😞so your videos bring back my youth memories each time and that makes me very happy 😍😍thx for this 😘🤗since I binched through all your videos, I am always waiting like a child for Christmas for your next video 😍so stay happy and healthy, so you can do a ton of videos for us all. 😁😘🤗

[@palmsky1119]

Loved the sled cam, it kinda made it more immersive. Also I am glad that this channel has grown so much at such a fast pace, very well deserved.

[@spine6114]

Xander's videos are the only ones I click on without hesitancy or deliberation

[@bradtremblay2111]

Yeah, its guaranteed to be a good video.

[@davemayers9342]

Jon @LostLakes told me to watch this channel, and strangely enough, he was right!! Xander is the go-to guy now for Canadian adventures for sure.🏴‍☠🎏⛳

[@xoMishkaa]

You guys are so cute! Your parents must be very proud of all the warmth and positivity you two put out into the world.

[@luciereadman4003]

Awesome to see both of you together. Favourite scene, the good morning from both of you peaking out the tent🙂 Good luck on your big trip!!

[@jfantana88]

Been waiting for a new video. I’m from south Chicagoland. Let’s jus say camping is not a lobby we have over here. On Sunday I’m doin my 1st camping trip in my 35 years and it’s all because of this channel. Appreciate the inspiration bro 🤙🏻

[@slava54321]

Удачи мужик! Я из Санкт-Петербурга и сам впервые в жизни пошёл в поход в 36 лет в 2020году. Но моя причина в коронавирусе, работы было мало и я начал ездить на природу на день и потом сходил с одной ночёвкой и понял что обожаю походы. А я ни разу в жизни (вообще ни разу) не ходил в походы с палаткой и костром. У меня друзья не туристы, всегда отдыхали у друга на даче и вот я впервые в 2 недельный отпуск летом 2020 года еду в карелию, в которой то-же ни разу не был и там провожу самые замечательные 10 дней один, на диком полуострове без людей! Спустя 3 года, смело могу сказать, что тот поход я теперь запомню на всю жизнь! Именно то что я пошёл один сыграло ключевую роль и что людей рядом не было то-же. Я впервые за 36 лет испытал дикий страх, который никогда не испытывал, от простой ночи. Меня потом спасало радио на батарейках и антенной от отца. Именно там я впервые за 36 лет поймал щуку (всё детство любил ловить на поплавок). Именно там впервые в жизни сделал походную баню (садовая укрывная плёнка и камни). Я увидел ночью такие красивые звёзды, которые не видел последние 20 лет, когда был маленьким и ездил каждое лето на юг к бабушке. Нигде больше я таких чётких и яркий звёзд не видел у нас в городе и пригороде. Всех эмоций не передать. Да мне даже смешно вспоминать как я паниковал пытаясь разжечь костёр, ведь я ни разу этого не делал. А лес там сосновый и он плохо горит, я в первые 2 дня потратил почти все таблетки для розжига, но потом конечно научился разжигать. Моя ошибка была, что я пытался сразу с коры дерева перейти на огромные дрова, но потом понял, что нужно делать заранее три маленьких кучки дров - кора-мелкие ветки-более крупные ветки-небольшие дрова-огромные полена! Чувак, если ты действительно как и я впервые пойдёшь в поход не имея навыков вообще в 35 лет то я тебе дико завидую! Иди обязательно один и подальше от людей, так, ночью ты сможешь в полной мере проникнуться чувствами похода! От страха я спасался алкоголем (почти не помогал, т.к. адреналин почти глушил действие алкоголя), но на 3 ночь уже отпускало и радио добавляет шарму в вечерних посиделках у костра! Удачи тебе, этот поход ты запомнишь на всю жизнь, обещаю! 2020 год: 1) i.yapx.ru/Vcz6Y.jpg 2) i.yapx.ru/Vcz6u.jpg 3) i.yapx.ru/Vcz63.jpg 2022 год: 1) i.yapx.ru/Vcz7A.jpg 2) i.yapx.ru/Vcz7H.jpg 3) i.yapx.ru/Vcz7L.jpg 4) i.yapx.ru/Vcz7c.jpg

[@gigi3242]

That looked like an awesome headlamp not duct taped to your head. Starting to notice, people who go camping with you, forget their food; the Xander effect. Take care, be well

[@June-pv3du]

Hi Xander :) 10:12 ~11:05 is a scene I really love. I love you two walking through the snowstorm.

[@lilu107]

Your genuine way of being, that really helps me and my sadness, thank you.

[@scottyplug]

Doing stuff like this with your brother makes me think of my brother. My sister in law was always amazed when my brother and I would work on a project together. We would anticipate each others moves and needs and actions and she would be blown away at the lack of verbal cues we needed to get a job done. Watching you guys go through fire wood processing reminds me of this.

[@bluwtrgypsy]

A beautiful snowy adventure with two fun, great guys. Looking forward to the big trip. Be safe, blessings

[@brucedow3883]

You can have any (Ford)dinner you want as long as its a sidekick. Max needs to sing more; brings out that now famous Xander smile.

[@innernerdcollector]

Damn man, that must be one heck of a leg workout, walking in snow and pulling all that gear behind you, feel the burn haha

[@scottperine8027]

I just wanted and needed to tell you how much I appreciate your editing and making the content so smooth and effortless,like jelly!

[@airic2897]

That shot at 12:42 was awesome then seeing you guys come back. Always enjoy the night time time lapses and your sense of humor as well.

[@scotthembree1888]

I've watched all of Lost Lakes videos now, on yours, keep up the good work.

[@anutap9211]

I like to see videos when you two colab💙 It brings out a silly fun side in both of you, and the dynamic is great! Don't get me wrong, solo videos are amazing as well from each of you to see, but this is a treat!

[@pamalvestad3848]

Breath-taking in the backwoods country. The nearly frozen waterfalls with a bustling trickle. Oops on the forgotten food, I think someone else in another trip forgot his food too 😊. Be safe and warm in your next big adventure. Out of curiosity have you seen or used the Russian Bear tent? It comes with a floor and stove jack.

[@madamecampsalot6384]

Love your artful camera work! Awesome trip! Thank you.

[@MichealBacon]

Multi-location winter adventures in sub temps are not that easy, but you guys make it look so. I always enjoy your uploads. But I have to say, whenever you've fulfilled your commitment to Nortent for the merch, do yourself a huge favour and buy a Snowtrekker 8x10 shortwall. They're not cheap and there will be no sponsor deals from them...they're a family run garage business. But if you decide to pull the trigger on one, you'll wonder why you didn't sooner. Jon has one, and a few other YT'rs picked one up in the last year or so as well. Fkn bomb proof! And the canvas touch is pure bliss. Keep on keepin' on, Xander, and stay healthy

[@brianmonteleone602]

New camera? New tent? New clothes? New gear? New camera angles? Loving this :) Also.. are your teeth whiter? 👀 Shoulda spent a whole minute on the frozen waterfall 👌 Beautiful whiteout conditions - A vicarious pleasure👏

[@bradlafferty]

stunning shots! wild weather! awesome vid! Thanks.

[@MisterHen]

Thank you Xander. Love your videos. So peaceful and beautiful.

[@ruchiramunjal6061]

Great Winter Camping Adventure Xander !!

[@mootsman]

@ 06:27 - 06:40, incredibly beautiful shot !! appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos !!

[@AnandSchon]

3:20 what a wonderful clouds very cool to the eyes🥺💚

[@leominns6281]

I love your videos so much they have helped me embrace the nature around me so much more thank you

[@fionazamora1831]

7:27 is my favourite part of the whole video. Keep it up, Xander! I aspire to be like you one day.

[@XanderBudnick]

Glad you enjoyed it Fiona :D

[@johncaldwell4709]

Xander and Matthew posa with Monty are all I watch on these type videos lol

[@DaveMacsCamp]

You've been hanging out with Jon too much 🤣 first time I can remember you using Mr BIC to light your fire ... Ever I think..... Another great video mate!

[@DiabloOutdoors]

The reflectix under the stove is a very nice idea. One tip for winter goggles. A yellow lens is much better since it'll increase the contrasts, so you'll see the terrain's contours better.

[@katedavis7256]

Wow the beauty in the frozen water fall is stunning then with in seconds for us watching the sound of cracking ice is reality of the dangers and beauty not far apart ..your synchronization was priceless .😂😂.true professionals ..😘

[@five0pd310]

The shot around 16:50 on the lake at night with the headlamp shining in the snow was awesome!

[@joelthomas7165]

I was looking for this comment. Looked so cool!

[@johnwurm9620]

The coriander and arugula comment made me laugh out loud. Love how much fun you and your brosef have on these trips.

[@myfrenchbulldogandme]

Great watch.. thanks for the extra work to bring us along.. very best 🍻

[@TheBearEssentials]

Well done boys. Another great one!

[@wullieoutdoorsinscotland2192]

Just came across your channel and I'm impressed ,look forward to seeing more in the future 👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

[@every_thing_wood1251]

I think a lot of people here would also really enjoy watching the Perkins Builder Brothers.

[@efetoboresodje285]

Amazing to have this kind of nature near your home. Awesome video. Greetings from the netherlands 🇳🇱

[@brianadventures9622]

That headlamp illuminating the snow was beautiful!

[@CarolWilliamson03]

You already know how much I love watching you and your love of camping and the outdoors. Seeing just you and max together , was a treat and a delight to watch. I lost my brother in June of 2022. He was my only sibling . We’ve hunted and fished and vacationed together all of our lives. His loss is more than I have words to describe. Treasure the wonderful relationship Xander. Tilll next time. ❤

[@stephanieoneal7663]

This is probably one of my favorites. I love seeing the snow at night. Just beautiful videography. Strong work!

[@city_boy_james]

Why is that your trip partners "forget" to bring their meals? Because they know they can't compete! Another great video, Xander... I enjoyed watching it.

[@canadian_tabarnak]

Nothing like a xander video to pick you up on a cold day

[@KelJayP]

Haha I can't wait to hear Max and Jim Baird singing "the old songs" soon!!

[@mattheweastburn273]

Absolutely love your videos Xander! It's such a pleasure sharing your experiences

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

Always enjoy your videos Xander! The snow was so peaceful and beautiful, wish we were getting snow this winter like we normally do. This winter has been a huge dud for snow, and even real cold weather. Can't wait for your next adventure ✌️🤘

[@dmitryshishov021]

Xander is a champ!!!

[@davewinch7677]

I can't believe the two of you have that entire area all to yourselves, under such fine conditions. Well done gentlemen, excellent. 😀

[@annemarieacosta8775]

Nice to see you and Max on a winter camping trip ! Those temps are cooooold !!!!! 🥶

[@ozma639]

A new adventure! Yaya! Thank you.

[@jonathansmythe6273]

Loved it. Not the first time Max's meals are a no show!

[@siwkolis]

I’ve been inspired to go camping after watching your videos nonstop. I’ve grown to have such an appreciation for nature over the years and stumbling across your videos has given me that extra push to go out and have a few moments with nature. One request I would have is to see how your camping experience is in the dessert. Perhaps it may even give me another push to finally try it myself! All the best 🤟

[@MAJJJJJJ]

That snow storm at night makes it look like your on a different planet. It looks great

[@C7pherr]

Finally seeing someone using snowstakes the correct way 🤙

[@joshspeena]

Great videos! Love your sense of humour and how you don't take yourself too seriously. Definitely relatable. I've been binge watching your content with my 9 yr old son. You crack us both up. I watch a tonne of KZbin camping vids...but for whatever reason never watched your stuff until you started rolling with the man (Jon)! Keep up the great stuff, living the dream. Feel free to post a view from your canoe in my Facebook group coincidentally named "view from my canoe" sometime...love to get ya a few more interested followers.

[@nextleveladventuresau]

Another great video, thanks for sharing, I would love to get to Canada one day and attempt this style of camping. looking forward to the next one. Cheers Ryan

[@alanbierhoff6831]

That was great! Nice new gear 👍🏻 I really enjoy it when you and Max trip together.

[@AdventureswithJeffandMeeka]

Thanks for the great video. It is so cool you get to have adventures with your brother. Stay safe.

[@paulfroud3920]

Love the Tent, and the night shots were brilliant! One of your best! Thanks for another enjoyable video...Cheers!😁😜😀

[@paulfroud3920]

@ᴛᴇxᴛ ᴍᴇ ᴏɴ ᴛᴇʟᴇɢʀᴀᴍ👉@XanderBudnick Thanks, but I can't really use anything to do with camping. I'm past that stage. Maybe give it to someone who can use it. Cheers!

[@timturriff3823]

Those sleds look awesome. More loosey-goosey than pulks!

[@jeffreyparent4392]

Such a beautiful setting! Hope to see some more of your cooking in future videos.

[@richjoebushcraft]

Hands in the air and walking backwards... "OK... Alright..." 🤣

[@zenosyeager1105]

Man, i just love your videos. im not really a person who comments on videos a lot. but im just so impressed by your work, your editing style, your perspective on things i really adore them. I live in a tropical country so i can't really enjoy these type of weather but boy do i want to go camping. It's on my to do list. i have been following your for a while now, i just really appriciate your work. Thank you for making my day!

[@deepwoodguy2]

i like the way your undulating train is going over wooded areas ...that is alot of baggage... Perhaps you need pack mules... but wait. you do...named Xander and Maxim... great video as always... thanks 👍👍

[@savindudasun9876]

Premium content. Love it!; a pure escape, that leaves your soul filled with a longing for adventure!

[@ohjajohh]

I love watching your video's before going to sleep

[@notquiteultralight1701]

I wish i had half the energy you guys have. To hike in towing a freight toboggan, set up the tent, set up the stove, procure and process firewood, get the stove goin, make dinner…. Holy cow!! Hats off for sure

[@MAJJJJJJ]

That was a great video on the lake at night with the snow fall . that was close encounters of the third kind of shot. A VERY SPACEY LIKE YOU WERE ON ANOTHER PLANET SHOT. very nice guys.

[@suezaple4950]

Nice video sure looked bustery and cold out there Always nice to see you out with your brother out camping in the wilds of Ontario always peaceful , good food , really needed and enjoyed this camp out love that hot tent

[@stevenryanesparza]

Lol what made me laugh 😂 was when he over ate that bite he put with he food got me coking in my food 🥑🥑. Good times with xander ..

[@Zusse]

Dude your videos are pure bliss nothing but the sounds of nature along side the sounds of you getting wood and various other things! I love the no music i also enjoy just watching the trials and tribulations you go through on these trips whether it be alone or with someone its always a good time!

[@clintgilchrest1019]

Beautiful scenery.... thank you for sharing....

[@ryanchristopherYT]

Xander man these videos are just so good. Keep them coming please I always am looking forward to them. I have even started getting into some camping and going outdoors more because of your videos!

[@ParkerOutside]

These deep winter camp outs are so cool. Want to start getting some winter camping gear soon myself.

[@brandonburger4025]

It's always a good day when Xander posts a video 🤙

[@bean7607]

always putting out great content, thanks Xander for another banger of a video

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

That was great fellas 👍🏻 I need to get a pair of those side clip suspenders 🤔

[@ritawilson8762]

Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks

[@bigcha40]

I really look forward to your videos. Always a good time seeing what shenanigans you get into!