-35° Solo Camping 4 Days | Snowstorm, Ice Fishing & First Sighting of ???

[@LostLakes]

Get a lot of questions and some think I'm lying about the temperature (no, I never have). If the title says -30, it should go without saying that that's the LOW for the trip...the temp fluctuates, of course. So I made a video for the top 11 FAQs I get about winter camping: *1) If it's so cold, why can't you see your breath?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *2) If it's so cold, why is there slush on the lake?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *3) Why aren't you melting snow for water?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *4) What is the temp inside the tent?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *5) Why winter camp at all?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *6) Why aren't you wearing snowshoes?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *7) How do you poop when it's that cold?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *8) Aren't you worried about carbon monoxide from the stove?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *9) Aren't you afraid of animals attacking you? Where's your gun?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq88 *10) How you you power your devices?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 *11) Why don't you use a floor?* kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DRo3qLqcprmq8 Hope it helps clear some things up.

[@RSmith-td4ty]

Friend I love your channel. I have had this video saved as a watch later for a while now. Maybe since month's back. I loved to subscribe because you treat camping the exact way I would and take a book along. That is pretty bad hearing about your friend's mishap. I asked some ice fisher's in PA once what was the thickness of the ice and they said 3y inches deep. I still didn't feel very comfortable and walked back to shore. If anything trust your gut. 😊. Have a good Summer 🌞.

[@InfiniteOutdoors]

Bro I've been ice fishing my entire life and always took every precaution possible, until last winter I was off grid with snowmobiles at a lodge and went to get firewood down the lake because there wasn't much good jack pine close to camp. My buddy who was with me at the time didn't have a float suit and I did, he ended up going through an otters breathing hole it was late January as well, I turned around and he was neck deep and his legs were entangled in roots and sticks from the bank... Anyway lets just say he was lucky my adrenaline was through the roof because he weighed nearly 100lbs more than me not including the water soaking in his clothing, somehow I managed to yank him out without going in myself... Cheers stay safe :)

[@LostLakes]

Oh man, such scary stuff. Happens to anyone, and when/where you least expect it eh

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

Wow! It must have been around 18 c here in the uk early morning, I’d kicked off my duvet and sheet, my shivering woke me up. I know it would be crazy for me to ever do something like this. My body isn’t good at maintaining body temperature. My partner had kicked off the duvet & sheet and was fine. I’ll stick to watching these amazing videos 😁

[@bamadad53]

Wow. Adrenaline is such a “good friend” to have in your back pocket when it’s needed. Glad you and your bud came away safe.

[@markhepworth]

@@lilacscentedfushias1852 -11 here in Essex last night,only 18:15pm today and already -8

[@Twobarpsi]

Incredible story!

[@_C_R_J]

Hey Jon, I just feel like I owe you a thank you. I have been stuck in my apartment quite a lot lately due to health issues. But what I am craving is nature. I recently discovered your channel and have spent many hours watching you and Erin's adventures. The videos have brought me a lot of peace. Take care. Many thanks from NYC.

[@LostLakes]

I really appreciate that CJ! I spent most of my life in Toronto and I know the feeling of having the human need for nature unmet. Hope you'll be doing better and back in some fresh air very soon, and that the vids give you a dose of peace in the meantime 💚

[@starcorpvncj]

Ditto. As an Aussie with Covid in Vietnam I watch this from my bed.

[@PrplAngl]

Same, I'll never be fit enough to ever get to any of these amazing & pristine places. Thank you, love your respect for nature as well. 😊

[@veramae4098]

"Japanese Abandoned House Renovation" is another nice way to spend some hours. Retired librarian (I'm still recommending stuff! ☺)

[@flended]

Not sure if people realise the amount of work that goes into the planning and edits on this. I for one really appreciate it!!!

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that Dave!!

[@jimhanson7476]

The best 37 minutes on the tube… -35not a big deal when you have prepared and understand how to survive in cold conditions.. well done Jon..

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a million Jim! Learned a few cold lessons to this point...more left to learn I imagine :)

[@giacomor2172]

@@LostLakes where is this place?

[@LostLakes]

@@giacomor2172 south of Manitouwadge, Ontario

[@Musher30]

It wasn’t -35 the whole time at all. Handling the fish without gloves, getting your fingers wet, and still puttin gloves on as quick as you can…in -35/40 your hands would be gone in like 10 min. Great video, but that’s like late winter/ spring

[@kesiawalker4930]

Filleting a trout with ice auger is the most Canadian thing I’ve ever seen 😆 Good thing you had that auger multi-tool 2.0!

[@timothyreid3061]

Scary too. I've cut myself on one of those.

[@LostLakes]

😆😆

[@bluejacket645]

Hi Jon, I love the way you take things in stride. No matter what the occurrence you seem to overcome all obstacles. Your confidence as a true woodsman is apparent but you also exude a peaceful mindfulness that is a great example for all of use. Thank you!

[@LostLakes]

Truly appreciate that bluejacket!

[@jackiekinner3826]

I agree

[@trekker8033]

Used to go winter camping in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta every winter in the 80's and 90's. Loved it. Saw amazing things and enjoyed every minute no matter how cold it was. Thank you for helping me rekindle my younger years!

[@rickwhitson2804]

I'm 62 and still absolutely love winter camping. Good stuff

[@70stunes71]

Coming from north country myself, I love the winter views. We are fortunate, that were born/live here. Not as cold here in Michigan, it rarely dips much past -15...except for the polar vortex winters back in 2012-2014 where we seen wind chills of -30's. It is a force to be reckoned with and carefully prepared for. Excellent video!!!!

[@LostLakes]

Much appreciated!! Those temps are certainly nothing to mess with...can turn bad fast

[@jamesrogalski2085]

Hello, from Berrien County Michigan!

[@briankozak7014]

Thank you again, Jon, for taking us along for the ride. I have to say your mood/setting shots are unrivaled in your genre, and did I detect some influence from the Xander school of video editing (quick cuts of wood stacking)? Nice to have an uneventful trip after last week, which just proves the universal constant: the wave corrects itself. You deserved that

[@LostLakes]

Truly appreciate that Brian! I definitely draw a lot of inspiration from Xander. I think firewood prep is important to touch on because it's part of the experience but I prefer Xander's style on that vs. the 5-minute detailed footage of sawing lol

[@ethandavis810]

Jon, thank you so much for your content! Hope to see you review one of the tents manufactured by RBM Outdoors. Can't wait to see what you have to say ❤

[@canoeman1961]

Just beautiful. The pace was perfect. Watched on a big screen with the lights turned off, you get a real feeling of being there (minus the 55 or so Celsius degree difference between my living room and your surroundings). What's also really enjoyable is reading all the comments here ... quality people tuning in !

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that canoeman! You're too right, more kind folks than I could ask for :)

[@maica2663]

This man deserves more supporters to pay back his effort put in his videos.

[@LostLakes]

💚💚💚

[@eddielittle1644]

Loved his audio delivery. He needs more backers

[@francisaugistino701]

I appreciate you thanking the fish for its life to help you. Well done.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I like these 'serious' adventure videos: not just 'parachute in'; take some footage and get home for dinner with the family.' The starry sky and illuminated tent frames were awesome. The feeling that a hot tent is still survivable (even comfortable) shelter for several days can't be conveyed on a day trip.

[@LostLakes]

Thank you again James!

[@ufafgd]

What I've always enjoyed about winter camping in Washington State on the clear nights is the meriad of stars like you've shown. It never fails to amaze me. It let's me know how small I am, but how strong my inner spirit is. Thank you.

[@godofllies]

Late night here in Sweden in the middle of summer and this video makes me longing for the long, cold and dark arctic winter. Thank you for doing this and bringing us with you.

[@jamesrogalski2085]

Oh no! Jon! I'm 64 years old and have carried a pocket knife for 58 years. Started out with a Cub Scout knife in 1966 then graduated to a 6 inch folding knife for protection though High school (rough school)! Bought my first Swiss Army Knife in 1976 (the Tinker model) and never looked back. I know that its a personal choice. My survival teacher said, "Survival is not an exact science, its an art, and each person should be left to their own expression. It would probably seem strange to you, but I have carried the exact same thing in my pockets for those 58 years. Handkerchief, wallet, Zippo lighter with a spare flint and wick tucked in the packing of the fuel tank, Swiss Army Knife and a 72 inch boot lace. And I always carry a Canadian made LED Mini Maglite with a set of AA lithium batteries that will function up to 30 degrees below zero, on my belt. I cannot begin to tell you how many hundreds of times I have been glad to have those items on me or how many times my friends have asked to borrow something that I'm carrying! Mind you that is the bare minimum that I carry! Super good video, miss seeing Erin with you.

[@ShamSham519]

I can’t even express how you thanking the fish made me feel. I’ve been vegetarian for 7 years and the only meat I think I’d ever eat again would be via catching my own fish while camping. I could feel how much you appreciated it’s sacrifice and deeply respect the fish- so thank you for sharing that and being so genuine.

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that 💚 And good on you for your choice. I increasingly feel the same and we buy less and less meat

[@hhhvhjkchbxfjju3321]

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[@outsidewithmike]

Fish: "Don't thank me, I didn't agree to this!!!"

[@frankruff7114]

Why is that vegetarians think that taking the life of plants is different from taking the life of animals? We need to consume life to live. Why do you judge one life type over another?

[@outsidewithmike]

@@frankruff7114 Why do you care? It's his decision.

[@mikefoehr235]

Back in the late 1980s we were making a trail from one lake to another to build our camp. I was walking on the ice and went thru with a brand new snow ❄️ mobile suit on. It smelled like swamp water. Days before when were at the camp that we stayed in, the snowmachine went thru the ice at the bank of the creek. The ice auger in the carrier stopped it from sliding in backwards and sinking. I am to old for that crap now. The night sky shots were amazing. A wood stove is a man's best friend in the cold.

[@LostLakes]

Yikes man...it's unpredictable stuff. Funny enough the guy I was with who went through only went up to his waist because he was holding the auger parallel to the ice. He said it was the only thing that saved him from going all the way in

[@davidsnider1703]

Thanks for taking us with you. The lesson on the big dipper was great. And appreciating the fish was nice

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that David!

[@bradk8400]

What an absolute pleasure I had watching this. My dream, for this born and bread Florida boy, is to do this just once in my lifetime. I truly appreciate the inspiration!

[@joshstarrvanhoose5335]

Dude im so glad you started doing thus full time, its hard to tell you how awesome it is when notification comes thru with a new lost lakes video, keep up all the awesome content!!!

[@LostLakes]

Hahah that makes my day, thanks so much Josh!!

[@boflyborg7997]

@@LostLakes2

[@Choooooooooch]

@@LostLakes 3

[@PrplAngl]

🥰💯agree!

[@Ammaron_]

I just love that you thank the fish that you can eat him. Me as a hobby fisherman do this too.

[@LostLakes]

💚

[@XanderBudnick]

Nice little outing. Love that big boy stove. That was a beautiful creature and a lucky encounter. Good stuff as usual Jon!!

[@Drainoed]

Would love to see you two do a hectic winter trip together… one where ya need each other more than a trip with steaks and friends in a hot tent

[@LostLakes]

Oh she a big boi alright. Got an even bigger boi since.... Thanks brother!!

[@LostLakes]

Hahah I'd like that ÐƦǻꀨꋊōḝÐ

[@Q60rs]

@@Drainoed we still talking about camping? 😅

[@joetursi9573]

That's real camping! Great camp, stove, fresh caught fish. Al you needed is man's best friend.

[@jonwatson8334]

Great Video! I consider myself an experienced outdoorsman, but I learned so much through this experience you shared with us. It looked cold as hell but stunningly beautiful, especially the night shots with the the unpolluted night stars! Even better ... You caught one of the worlds best meals, in my opinion of course.. Thanks for the insight. Catch you on the next video! Stay safe, calm, and cheers.

[@williambridges6742]

I can remember being on Mt. Washington in New Hampshire at -50F in an igloo. And as you said it was so quiet I could hear the snow flakes hitting on the snow next to me. Rough weekend at 50 below with 105 mile an hour winds, I believe that would be around 85 below wind chill. Oh the good old days. Thanks for taking me with you ...Cheers

[@LostLakes]

That's intense! Thanks for joining me William!

[@davidkost418]

The steam coming from the hole when you walked in might be a spring - I live in Mn. And we have many spring fed lakes - where the spring feeds the lake it usually stays open even in -40 weather. The spring water is warmer from underground.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks for this David. I thought it would be unusual for water to be flowing here given I was a bit higher up, but it very well could be

[@andreboudreau6474]

I realize this is couple of years late but…Was thinking maybe bear den. I recently saw video where someone pointed out the same type of thing saying it was a bear den.

[@thegrouchyfish]

A trout fileted with an ice auger blade is ingenuity at its finest! Bravo Jon 👏

[@LostLakes]

Hahah did the trick...thanks TGF!

[@jimlewis3050]

I grew up in a cold weather state myself (Illinois). I love camping in the cold weather. But you're taking this to whole new levels! You have my respect!

[@Twobarpsi]

No bugs!

[@bradwalsh9122]

I've found steam coming out of the ground a few times here in northern Alaska. I dug down and found spruce bows from forestry operations that had been buried. They had been breaking down (rotting) for some time which causes heat from a lack of O2. So I cleared out the other debris and made my bed there. Keep fairly warm that night. Basically like a compost pile getting hot.

[@LostLakes]

Pretty amazing it can generate heat in such temps

[@LostLakes]

Could the steam at 0:40 have been decomposition? I saw at least a couple other spots steaming (not just log piles). Hard to imagine anything out there producing that warmth with so many nights in the -30s this winter.

[@xXelitegpXx]

Yes, decomposition is exactly what I was thinking. My compost piles steam like that in the winter.

[@LostLakes]

Crazy how that process can be sustained in these temps!

[@donnapatten285]

i thought maybe a beaver house

[@pete332]

Hmmm. That’s a valid theory to consider.. How about marking those spots and then revisiting them when the snows gone. Great video by the way Jon (as usual), Thanks

[@tonyk2796]

That's what I was thinking. Something might have been composting there

[@jamesnelson5110]

That is real Canadian winter scenery. The cloud of snow blowing across the lake. Fabulous!

[@jimlockwood4531]

Thanks for all your hard work to make these videos possible better than anything on regular tv

[@LostLakes]

Truly appreciate that Jim!

[@jaroslawgarbus5676]

This is literally an art!!! Make sure there are splakes they mixed between Laker and not sure what but they almost the same and many lakes has no size limit do the research!!! Good luck!!!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Jaroslaw! Lake trout and brook/speckled trout :) This one was definitely a lake trout though 🙂

[@JamesWilliams-en3os]

Great video, Jon! Terrific photography, as usual. Loved the footage of the pine marten! FWIW, I’ve seen several videos lately of people claiming to be camping at -30C that were clearly nowhere near that cold. As you point out, at -30 your hands start to hurt after very short exposure time, etc. Your authenticity shows! Oh, and I had a brief moment of envy when I saw all your firewood on the first night… there is nothing that can make a man feel richer than a big pile of firewood on a cold night!

[@LostLakes]

Very much appreciated James! Hahah perfectly put!

[@FTheGlobalists13]

Thanking the fish. World needs more humans like u dawg

[@yuuzyerbrejn9603]

Nice vid as usual Jon. There is nothing, NOTHING like being out in the frozen wilderness. Your nighttime shots were great! I've spent nights out on the northern plains where there was no black in the sky, just stars. I thought pine marten, too. The hot tents, I think, could use clear vinyl windows with built in covers, like on pop top campers.

[@LostLakes]

Much appreciated! And I totally agree, I wish our tent had a vinyl window...maybe a project for me

[@Masterchief68]

Nothing like freshly caught, freshly cooked fish!

[@Catmoore60]

That looked so peaceful. Cold, yeah, but with the right gear, so nice to get out and explore, and thanks for taking us with you!

[@AmyGrau-dx2hs]

I absolutely love your videos! As a lover of the wilderness camping in all things outdoors and I don’t get enough time outdoors due to work and being a single mom of an adult child with multiple disabilities. I just want you to know that your videos after your injury were still so meaningful to me and profound and made me feel like I was participating alongside you by watching your adventures thank you so much and thank you for not giving up. .

[@LostLakes]

💚💚

[@marniejane11]

Wow! Absolutely beautiful location! Super interesting video. This is the first video of yours I have seen. I appreciate you thanking the fish for it's sacrifice. 💙

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Marnie :)

[@jamesrogalski2085]

Subscribe and see his gorgeous wife Erin in some of his videos!

[@forrestphoenix318]

Steam could be caused by compost breaking down (chemical reaction). People heat their greenhouses with this method. A small razor blade works as a back-up knife.

[@LostLakes]

Pretty amazing how it can overcome that cold

[@debpinter4341]

I love winter's beauty! So peaceful in today's crazy world! Thanks for taking us along with you, Jon! Definitely looked like a pine marten.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Deb!

[@michaeldoherty2289]

I do think it was a Pine Marten. The ears are much larger and stand up much more than the Fisher. Nice job. Special moment for sure.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Michael! Thrilled to see one

[@richardware7293]

Another amazing video, and fortunately in NH, USA we do not get the same temps your area gets. We are having an extremely unusual cold winter, thanks for making these videos. While I am warm in my living room comfortable. My cold weather camping days are over at 66, as I use to enjoy camping in any weather when I was younger.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Richard! It's been a cold one for sure

[@slazyt1462]

Since the dawn of humanity man has wanted a sharp edge in their pocket. Bold choice for a couple of ounces. Thanks for taking us along.

[@sharmawade5498]

My first time viewing your channel and it was very enjoyable camping with you via KZbin 🙄 You have such a beautiful pleasant persona, and I love how much you respect nature and you even gave thanks for the fish 🥰👍🏾 Merry Christmas!🎄 Stay bless and safe

[@LostLakes]

Thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@jacalnan]

The tranquility of being out there during the high winds and super cold temps is amazing. Talk about man vs. nature. Thanks for sharing!

[@LostLakes]

The harshness of it is so beautiful and humbling...a great experience. Thanks for joining me!

[@marku.4297]

Love all of your videos...but these winter trips really make me wish I lived up north! Thanks Jon

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Mark! Winter is extra long up here, but a lot more fun than when I live in the slush belt :)

[@NorthernRetreat]

Pine Marten. Got them and Fishers on the property not to mention Lynx which are all after the rabbits and red squirrels. Good video! 👍

[@LostLakes]

Thrilled to finally see one :) Thanks NR!

[@dwrivers47]

Very peaceful video Jon, hope you are having a great winter 😊

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Derek! Can't complain but I'm also super excited that we're into Feb. Hope you are too :)

[@TesGon]

I know you have a lot of canoeing videos but these....these snow camping are my favorite. And yes I watch them all. During my night shifts.

[@MythicalMonk3y]

Filleting a fish with an auger. Nice!

[@LostLakes]

First for me, ideally a last 🙂

[@chrisbrackett9779]

It’s so pretty and dangerous at the same time. I really like these hot tent camping videos. This is my first video of yours but so far I’ll be watching more of them.❤

[@dunk22]

Howdy Jon, just having a coffee before I head out for lakers myself this morning and it was a treat to see an upload from you, a great way to start the day. After 50 years on ice in Northern Ontario, I have seen many spring holes etc.. with some incidents in almost all ice conditions. I always tell people no ice is 100 % safe ice despite it's thickness. That's a marten, I have trapped them for many years and only seen a couple live ones. You got lucky, nice capture. Depending on the size of that void in the logs it's hard to say what animal could be denned up, it could be anything from a skunk to a small bear. I have seen some yearling bears den up in some pretty small root tip ups. Was cutting wood off a pile of logs left behind by loggers one spring and I rousted one out from under the pile. Scared the shit outta me. Anyway, those lakers aren't going to catch themselves. You guys keep doing what ya do and stay safe. I look forward to the next episode and I'll yak at ya when I am older.

[@LostLakes]

Hahaha I can only imagine your reaction. Many thanks for this Dunk! Hope you had a good day out there

[@richardsegura8117]

Hey young fella, old man from Alaska here…….this takes me way back to the late fifties/ early sixties hunting and camping 😎🥶

[@bobross9531]

Favorite wilderness channel and videos keep getting better and better!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a million Chase!!

[@waltmoore3095]

People don't realize how brutal winter can be. Unless you spend a significant amount of time outside. It can become clear within a small time frame, maybe this isn't something that I can endure. I don't see that in any of your trips to the back country. You are into it with all your heart and soul. Bravo.

[@LostLakes]

Truly appreciate that Walt!

[@teabee44]

Love the videos man, keep them coming. Going for a hike tomorrow with my son (10yo) for a hidden sledding spot at sandia peak, New Mexico. Low of -3f and a high of 21f.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Steven! Sounds like a chilly one down there...great day to stay warm with a hike :)

[@teabee44]

@@LostLakes your welcome and definitely will be a bit cold.

[@bernkondret9981]

Nothing like a supply of fire wood. That stove just sucks you in. I truly love a fire. Those Naan calzones look so good!

[@LostLakes]

Nothing like it! Just feels like security out there :)

[@jdonald24]

For some reason I am drawn to these camping videos, love this.. flowed nicely. Would love to see more Starry timelapses.. as an astrophotographer I appreciated that. New sub!

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that Jeff! I scrape by with nighttime timelapses with my cameras, but I'm betting you've got some gear that would make me jealous. Xander Budnick is one of my favourite channels and his starlapses are mind-blowing if you're looking for more :)

[@maxsdad538]

"Got to be careful on these (auger) blades. A slip could cut my hand pretty badly." That's why a good knife is the MOST important piece of gear you can have. I've never known anyone who didn't carry a knife. And to say "well, I've never needed one" is like saying "well, I've never needed an airbag or seatbelts".

[@LostLakes]

For survivalism maybe but I'm not a survivalist, just a camper enjoying nature. In many hundreds of backcountry camping that's the first time I felt like I could've used one

[@clairecouplandmusic]

These videos are terrific. The amount of work on post production too is impressive. I've been binge watching them for a few days straight getting over a cold. They came up on my playlist after I was watching an interesting video on a family surviving winter in Yakutia! I have to say, I get awfully peckish while watching tho...the food you make looks so good, and it's fun to watch you appreciating it too! 😂

[@LostLakes]

Hahah thanks so much Claire!

[@TheMezzomorto]

You’re living the dream Lost Lakes, thank you for this look into a stark and beautiful life.

[@seanur2414]

Wonderful as usual. Thanks, Jon. Would you share with us the current ice conditions you encountered when your buddy went through? I usually use a 50% rule in Minnesota, but now I’m reconsidering that. I assume the ice will be 50% thinner in some spots than what has been reported or what I’ve found to be the “average” as I venture out. So I won’t go on foot until there are 6” of quality ice, figuring that in some places there would only be 3”.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Sean :) It was pretty similar to what I showed in this vid...maybe 6" of black ice on bottom, a foot of white ice and slush on top, then water and snow...so pretty terrible. That's a good guideline though

[@tumblecat]

Oh the peace and quiet sans snowmobile until... You never would have seen the little critter at the end if you were on your sled. I think of all the years sledding all I have ever seen were tracks, deer and cat tracks. Great video John can't wait to see Erin make another trip.

[@LostLakes]

So true Sue! Much appreciated and she'll be out with me again next weekend at last :)

[@helbergiovaniserpamoreira8689]

Lost Lakes👏👏👏🤠🏕💯Muito bem 🌎🌏🌍ok valeu otimo video Camping Adventure Fishing...⛄snow

[@LostLakes]

Thank you! 🙂🙂

[@DayUK]

It's possible there's some saw dust or mulch composting down under the logs generating the heat !

[@ww3photography]

Great job shooting and editing man! Something so peaceful about being out on the frozen lake alone eh Subbed up, thanks for vids!

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that WW3P! Very peaceful...so quiet when all the snow acts as a sound absorber

[@slate37]

Very good chance that the steam you saw under the logs is indeed a smouldering fire underground. If it’s a recent forestry cut they likely burned their slash piles and just buried them. They’ll burn for months and months. I was working at a gold mine project in northern Ontario and the several of the piles they burnt early in winter (Dec/Jan) caused flare ups as late as June and July when they started the earthworks again. With that said, another awesome video!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks for this Matt! The odd thing was that the top logs appeared to have no signs of charring which leads me to think decomposition. Others are saying a bear den or water lol...total lack of consensus on this one

[@TheRealTedBaird]

Epic John loved this one. Whiter camping is a mission. Great idea to have camp set up. What boggans are those ? They look easy to pack with enormous amounts of gear lol a downfall of mine... pretty wild someone going through the ice that heavy snow causing water to well up not good freeze up and possibly recent pressure crack may have been reason. But just wild this time of yr still. I have seen some really trash ice on super cold years however so you never know.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Ted! Just the good ole Pelican Trek 60....they're great but the way I see people haul freight toboggans so easily, the more I think that's the play. Yeah it's such a wild card, scary thought if it happens alone out there

[@KapilSharma-op7zj]

Whoooo good

[@katlookingup3625]

Hey Ted! Love your channel too💕

[@ScottRauber]

Every time....there's a little pause that says....see Scotty, I gotch you with me right here bro! Thanks bro. I absolutely love this!! Keep 'em comin' pal!!

[@LostLakes]

Hahah thanks a million Scotty!!

[@tanksshield8063]

Hey Jon, awesome video. I just wanted to know with temperature this could how do you ensure you’re car is still drivable once you end your trip. Are you not worried about a dead battery?

[@bonpecheur4565]

Same question here , I hope he has a booster pack in his car

[@anysep3361]

At least he could always set up camp and stay warm😉

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Tanks shield! On the subsequent trip it was actually unresponsive in the cold...then somehow started. But I can always message Erin on the ZOLEO (sat comm) to meet me (usually I'm parked within 90 mins of where we live). And worst case, I'll keep hiking to keep my blood warm and head toward the most trafficked roadway around :)

[@LostLakes]

Thought about it Sylvain...probably should :)

[@PerfDayToday]

Very cool, so to speak. The cups of hot water, wow.

[@XanderBudnick]

First

[@LostLakes]

You actually beat me posting my own comment seconds after publishing 😆 Now there's a dedicated viewer

[@justindavidson7438]

You're both legends

[@andrijapoljak6909]

You wish Xander

[@andrijapoljak6909]

😄😄😄

[@andrijapoljak6909]

Both legends

[@drewbeatty]

Currently enjoying this with a roaring fire behind me and a sleeping dog beside me. Perfection. Thanks for the video!

[@LostLakes]

That's the way to do it! Thanks Drew!

[@johndion3594]

Better to have a pocket knife and not need it, than not have a pocket knife and need it. Wouldn't you say?

[@LostLakes]

Y'all are starting to convince me! :)

[@dubemccready7438]

so fish heads are a good meal, clean & put into pot of water add sliced onion salt pepper & then a couple of potatoes, simmer until cooked. it is almost like soup, nourishing & does taste darn good. Try it.

[@judyrobinson9556]

Looked like a pine martin. What a great sighting! Snow on the trees & stars at night were beautiful. Lots of work keeping warm in those frigid temps, but looked enjoyable. Thanks for sharing. Take care and stay safe

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Judy! Thrilled to finally see one

[@chrismoroz9454]

Never seen a fish cleaned with an ice auger before. The whole time you were doing it I was thinking about the time I cut my foot on a freshly sharpened auger blade. A plus for ingenuity Jon. I cleaned a 3 pound walleye with a pair of those little stubby scissors that come in a cheap first aid kit when I was working at Points North Landing in Northern Saskatchewan. You gotta use your imagination when you are in the bush sometimes and that's always been a fun part of it for me.

[@ThunderClanFan22]

I’m very impressed with that most start shivering immediately even with a campfire in negative 35 degree weather

[@alvinheino2624]

Great video, as always! The tent looked so cozy and warm as you were reading your book. I believe that little animal was a pine marten. Thanks for taking us along. -marlys

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a bunch Marlys! Just love that end of day fireside reading time :)

[@Beautifully_Flawed_Helen]

The steam coming from the cut down tree, maybe there is something hibernating under there or perhaps there is a pocket of decomposing Plant life that's giving off heat. That's got me curious. I absolutely loved this watching this. The beauty of the surrounding the roar of the wood stove. The beauty of the night sky. It entrances me. I love how you always say thank you to your catches before you dispatch them. I would love to experience cold camping just once to say I have experienced it. Maybe one day. I did have to watch the part where you were gutting and preparing your fish from behind my hands 😱 Thank you Jon for sharing this. Thank you.

[@LostLakes]

Me too...I'll see if I get a chance to investigate further :) That cleaning did look pretty gory 😅 Truly appreciate that Helen!! 💚

[@MrMiki300]

That transition from the constellation to the melting candle was sickkk. Very nice 👌

[@evanhammond7305]

decomposition? Hay bales will steam in the winter for that reason. I wondered if the wood is decomposing

[@gilligallou]

great vid, I'm glad you didn't lose any fingers on your ice auger blade, we have to improvise, :) ,, That was a pine martin, we have them around our camp often, so nice to see, take care, thanks for sharing, Bob

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Bob! It's one of those critters that some people seem to see regularly but that I just haven't been able to lay eyes on. Glad to change that finally :)

[@gilligallou]

@@LostLakes every time I see one it is special,

[@andredyton8648]

I know you don’t have a lot of views or subs at the moment but I hope you stick with it because I really like your video and found it refreshing. It may take awhile but you have a good channel. Don’t give up

[@LostLakes]

Really appreciate that Andre! :)

[@TonchyShultz]

Nice enjoyment without borders. I'm looking at where you went through the snow ..it's hard for Moose .?? Hehehe ..All the best on everything as well as the wonderful video, stay safe buddy! Greetings from Alberta .👍🍁🌿🍷🍁👌

[@LostLakes]

Hahaha I can't imagine being a moose in deep snow, but evidently they have it figured out. Thanks a lot TS!

[@TonchyShultz]

@@LostLakes Hehehe ..just joking But is huge snow Ok..Hehehe..✌🌿🍁🍷👌

[@Barret-paddles]

The feeling of frigid cold air on my face makes me feel so ALIVE! And hungry right Jon ?! Potatoes cooked in bacon fat oh YUMMY 💜

[@JForr64]

Wow! A Pine Marten! One of the rarest animals to see in the northwoods. Truly a worthwhile trip!

[@LostLakes]

😁😁

[@rockheroul533]

Not a lot of comfort but you're free, not a lot of us can say the same nowadays...

[@roggae1981]

Cheers, Jon! Thank you so much for sharing your Adventures.

[@LostLakes]

Thank you for joining me! Cheers! 🍻

[@shawndyer8140]

Grampy used to say firewood is s the only thing that warms you twice. First cutting second when burning.

[@danielt.3152]

I have fallen thru lake ice, while walking confidently. No picks. Wearing carhartt coveralls, multiple layers of clothing and boots. Nothing like ice cold water will make you think faster and with dire certainty. For a few feet all I was doing was breaking ice. I got lucky, I was by myself in a howling wind. On shore, my clothes started freezing up, I was beaten red all over and breathing hard but very alive. Measure the Ice thickness, don’t be overly confident

[@bonilsson3161]

I saw your comments about the Norvegian G-stove in a earlier video, and I agree with you. That stove is fine down to just below freezing or in a smaller tent its fine down to minus 25-30 celcius (I have a tentipi nr 5 and thats ok at 20 minus probably lower too). What I love about the G-stove is the accessories, the water heater, the owen... Love your videos, you capture the feeling of being outdoor in harsh condition as well as the nice sunny moments so incredibly well. I miss Erin, to see her splitting wood is a great inspiration...

[@LostLakes]

Greatly appreciate that Bo! Erin will be back out with me this weekend and I'm equally excited to have her back out :) My thoughts exactly on the g-stove. Beautiful stove, but a bigger one is better suited to a large, non-insulated tent like this. The accessories are super cool though

[@johnherman3261]

I got cold just watching this Jon. I think there was a bear under that tree with steam coming out of it. One whack on the top of a fish head should be sufficient. Sorry, I had to add that four whacks just seems like over kill unless you’re trying to tenderize the fish. Love your videos, you’re a good man my friend.

[@LostLakes]

Hoping to check out that spot again to investigate further :) Lol I hear ya John. But one time I whacked a pike good and took it home. A few hours later I put it in the sink to rinse. It was somehow still alive. Not the kind of nervous system reactions you get after death...alive. I'm still ashamed that I let that fish suffer, so some extra bonks are for good measure :)

[@johnherman3261]

@@LostLakes gotcha, guess some fish just can’t give it up. Love ya brother, stay safe

[@DougRowan_photography]

My friends ask me all the time why I don't video and post on youtube. They only ask that because they have NEVER edited video lol. I have, and to me it's work. It used to be fun, 25 years ago, but now, it's work, so I'll watch your videos and enjoy your work, and I'll go outside and play :) As always, great video!!!

[@LostLakes]

Hahaha it could easily ruin the experience for anyone who doesn't enjoy the filming and/or editing. I love both (though the first cut and final edit reviews can be a little tedious once I've seen every part of the vid a dozen times). Thanks so much Doug!!

[@DougRowan_photography]

@@LostLakes I will say I was shocked you don't carry a knife :) I honestly never noticed that about your channel til you pointed it out. I would be lost without mine. I carry one 24/7 camping or not. But you obviously don't miss it :)