4-Day Canoe Trip on an Icy Raging River

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Day 1: 0:00
Day 2: 9:44
Day 3: 26:36
Day 4: 38:15
Audio Credits:
Chris Haugen - Natural Light

[@TreeManDingo]

If there was ever a video that deserved a thumbs up, its this one. You really captured the camaraderie between the three of you and the joy you all experienced. Having those two there must have been a huge mental boost after that first day. Wow John, write a book pal. Would be a best seller no joke. Brilliant video yet again.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Tyler 💚 If this had been a solo trip with rough weather it would have been pretty miserable

[@jennypatterson5790]

Great comment 👊🏼

[@stephanieterreblanche9470]

Please do write that book. 🙏

[@richardwildeman1267]

Epic trip and video!! It's so awesome watching my favorite KZbin canoe trippers tripping together, it's like getting to watch all my favorite guitarists jam together on stage for a song. Hope you do lots more of this!

[@LostLakes]

LOL thanks so much Richard!

[@mlotschek01]

That was an amazing experience, with some great teachers ❤️ just finished watching Xanders take on the trip 😆 he's such a card, great energy. Once again you have done an amazing job capturing the beautiful scenery and excitement of the journey! CHEERS 🍻

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Christian! He's a natural entertainer for sure

[@stevenknowles333]

Well my dear friend yet another classic. I felt that I was there with your friends. You are the luckiest and the richest person on this planet. How come? Well you have the best office to work in and two great friends to accompany you........ absolutely priceless! Keep the videos coming bro. Regards from across the great pond Steve

[@kailynb100]

​@@LostLakes love these posts

[@mrspontiac9174]

What a fantastic adventure! That looked like so much fun, and also terrifying.

[@joee1976]

Seeing you boys together, excited in the beginning put a smile on my face. And what a ride down the river that was. Glad it was a safe trip, thanks for bringing us along

[@LostLakes]

Hahah hopefully many more trips for the three of us together in the future

[@travistej]

Awesome trip. So much growth happens outside of the comfort zone. Good on ya for getting out there!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a bunch Travis!

[@NorthernRetreat]

Getting outside your comfort zone is great to do in qualified company. Looks like you were having fun at the end. Great video. 👍

[@looking4leasuretime]

THANKS Jon. That is like the best kind of "TV"; of seeing you guys working together and having fun up north, to be priviledged to watch. Thank-you for sharing.

[@LostLakes]

Much appreciated L4LT!

[@gordthompson4664]

On behalf of myself and 206K of my closest friends, we are very glad that you didn't bail on this trip. The three of you make a great team. Looking forward to the coming of Spring and more bouncy water adventures!

[@joshthompiano]

Whoa Man! That looked hectic!! As a guy with very limited canoeing experience it was an awesome trip and fun to live through your "lesser" experience and with a couple awesome experienced bros. lol, 8:56 Hi Xander!! Can't believe you dumped on the first set but that's just part of what great adventures are made of. Thanks for taking us along. My heart rate picked up on some of those rapids as I could imagine yours was exhilarated so nice call on the dual screen through those shots Bro and perfectly timed slo mo's. 31:23 amazing shot for a guy with no camera crew. If this wasn't done with the drone, this shot was A LOT of work and the bird call is icing on the cake, much respect appreciation.

[@LostLakes]

Hahah thanks so much Josh! Under 12 mins to get down the hill, paddle through, and hike back up...not too bad. Brad's creative idea :)

[@joshthompiano]

@@LostLakes You had some great Bro's upstream. I added Brad's channel for sure. keep paddling, adventures! I was just asking you like 2 days ago, got any new stuff? This was awesome content Brother,

[@joshthompiano]

@@LostLakes Big up's to Brad. Really sweet 10 second shot for a lot more work than 10 seconds footage!

[@jacqueline7118]

Wow, great job at navigating the rapids! I was on the edge of my seat through most of them! I have never paddled whitewater, it attracts me but at the same time scares the crap out of me. lol Too bad on the canoe damage and the leaky dry pack. People would laugh at me when I used to canoe trip because my sleeping bag and clothes were always in dry bags inside the dry bag. lol My worst fear, sleeping cold or should I say, trying to sleep cold. lol Wonderful adventure, you three seem to be great travelling companions. Thanks for sharing. :) :)

[@LostLakes]

Hahah *trying* to sleep cold is right. I've always had clothes in a dry bag but sleeping bag should really join that party...you are wise! Thanks as always J!

[@WhiteWolfXIV]

Jon in a tent? What is this new devilry? Great video man, always appreciated.

[@LostLakes]

Hahaha thanks as always WW

[@nancyw761]

Great video. I see you were out for an early spring swim. Dumping can be your new way of catching some fish. Glad to see you were alright and ran more rapids. Enjoyed seeing the boys all together enjoying some fun!

[@LostLakes]

Hahah thanks Nancy

[@camping-k]

The stars are so beautiful in the night sky. Thank you for the great video. 👍 👍 👍

[@jennypatterson5790]

Hey Jon, just LOVE to watch you and your style of filming … you are so informative, real ,refreshing, while at the same time being poetic … ty for how it makes me feel when you post a video ✌🏼

[@LostLakes]

Appreciate that so much Jenny! 💚💚

[@ezlow1065]

I loved Xander birthing out of his dry suit lol and blowing a kiss in the background when john was talking food ha ha ha I giggled for ages on that one! What a hoot! Great adventure!I could feel the tension in the rapids, I admire you doing things that scare you. Greetings from Aus

[@shayetanner6431]

Whoa! Epic John. Way to conquer your fears. Much respect!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Shaye :)

[@skmarrama]

You guys are doing it right. Staying together, scoping out the swifter water. It’s nice to hear the honesty and sincerity about this trip. I already watched Xander’s channel. It’s nice seeing it from your point of view.

[@Tim_Leclair]

Super fun trip! Would love to see you do more of this over the summer. You only get to learn something once and it would be a fun experience to see you try to develop a new skillset as a challenge this year. We don't normally get to see you struggle with much so it's fun to see an aspect of canoeing you're not totally familiar with. Excited to see the hot tent retired for the season and the canoe back in action.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks MS! On to another river trip with Xander in a few days :D

[@edreurink6717]

My dad and I did the Tat 30 years ago in low conditions (neither of us had any whitewater experience). Many of the swifts we waded. I think I remember that falls. Dad caught brookies at the base and saw a lynx on an old forestry road nearby. Im a bit foggy on the details, but I do remember eating pike each night, the brook trout, and the lynx. Good times with pop. Thanks for bringing me back in time on this one! Always enjoy your work

[@LostLakes]

Awesome memories, thanks for sharing Ed

[@LS-ot4ho]

Brad! Nice to see you paddling with Jon! I've followed both of your channels

[@brianj9635]

Thanks for this Jon!!! The Lost Lakes channel continues to feed my adventurous soul from the comfort of my couch!🙃

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Brian! 💚

[@MHarenArt]

Super trip!!! So glad we got to go along!!

[@puppasdotcom]

Great trip! It's comforting to see someone like you with a lot of experience to be a bit sceptical of whitewater, me and a couple of guys was out a few weeks back with our cheap kayaks during the spring flood here in Sweden, it was above my level of competence, above the level of our equipement and definitely above my comfort level..but, we made it.. Again, it looked like a great trip! All the best.

[@LostLakes]

Thank you! It's pretty scary when you know you're out of your comfort level or skill level. Thankfully we both made it and learned a lot I'm sure :)

[@roleypoley808]

Here’s to a safe and wonderful canoe season!

[@LostLakes]

Cheers to that

[@seanarthur2414]

Once again I find myself changing my evening plans. I simply can’t not watch when I get these notifications. Stunning photography again. Unless there are some whitewater experiences you haven’t filmed and uploaded, this seemed to be the most challenging route you’ve taken so far. Nicely done. No surprise that the number of Lost Lakes subscribers continues to grow steadily.

[@LostLakes]

I truly appreciate that Sean 💚 Definitely the most challenging WW I've done...I've had short CII runs before but they've been few and far between so this was a terrific place to learn

[@Kevin24.]

The best part is we get to see em 3 times. "conquering fear"🔥🙌

[@janm2473]

Hey Jon.... such a fantastic trip... And what a collaboration! So glad to see you and your buddies enjoying the challenges.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a bunch Jan!

[@kimalbrecht2004]

What a great trip. The best trips are with good friends. Great learning experience to. Loved the video. Stay safe. God bless.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Kim

[@kimalbrecht2004]

@@LostLakes you're welcome hon. 😊

[@stevesampier527]

Great adventure. Nice to see the three of you working so well together.

[@daveb427]

Well done Jon. Thanks for sharing.

[@ElevationATV]

Wow this looked thrilling! Great use of the alternate camera shots... gives us a good feel.

[@m.t.6969]

I love the scenery you capture. Where I live, I don't get the luxury of getting to see all those beautiful stars! The world is an amazing place and I love seeing it through your videos. They're very humbling, as you yourself, are humble. I'd love to go on one of your winter camping trips with you. That would be a dream come true.

[@KevinOutdoors]

Great adventure and nice to see the learning curve!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Kevin! Been a looong curve

[@findingutopia]

Amazing trip leaving the comfort zone looks good on you.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Jeff :)

[@talktech1]

Another good video. Thanks for taking us along. Looking forward to an Erin and John adventure.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks for joining! Me too :)

[@tonecoughlinphotography]

BRAD is the Man, love their channel. Glad you challenged yourself feels good to do new stuff with support.

[@meln3771]

Nice to see a healthy respect for the river. Miss the white water thrill myself, so living vicariously.

[@tburnett398]

I loved this!! And I have HUGE admiration for the three of you. Both in your courage to overcome your fears and the wellness of Xander and Brad to teach. And the sheer humbleness needed from all in being the student and teacher. Great video!!!

[@tburnett398]

And there is a BUT... wirth Xander being in active recovery? Why do you break out the scotch in front of him so comfortably? I am sure Xander is quite the gentleman and assures you it doesn't bother him, but what would you expect him to say? Just seems really disrespectful to me.

[@LostLakes]

Thank you and I appreciate your empathy. He doesn't want anyone to act differently around him...that's what would make it a "thing". If he was freshly sober that would be totally different but he's been in the driver's seat for years

[@tburnett398]

@@LostLakes thank you for responding. Please know I meant no harm. Just like to protect all natural resources! Ya'll deserve this things for all the happiness you provide.

[@terrytomlinson8772]

The shots of the regrowth are amazing

[@barbarawalberg1520]

Exceptional.. kept me on edge of my seat! Love the drone shots, split screen rapids and voice over narrative. Glad you have some like minded dudes to have fun with!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks Barb! Sure is nice to have good paddling buddies, as you know :)

[@canadiangirl8368]

"At least your dry suit worked" and "Rocks and Canoes are bad!" you guys are hysterical. I can't wait to see more of the 3 of you on trips together. Your channel keeps growing everytime you post a new video, the youtube gods are loving you lately! Keep on the awesome work and can't wait for the next video.

[@LostLakes]

Hahah I love tripping in this trio. Thanks a lot cg83, the algorithm has been good to us lately...we'll enjoy it while it lasts

[@dronereviewman9580]

the people love it!! I know i do! what beautiful places he go's its amazing!!! Also I'm a felon so i dnt think i could ever do half the lakes he does in the north Canada don't let us in.....sad but i messed up i guess. I live in Cleveland so I'm already close so maybe that is why it's hurts me so lol

[@BrendanMcNamara]

I learned a valuable lesson tonight, never skip a trip for a Leaf game, even game 7. Fortunately this vid helped ease the pain a bit. Cheers.

[@LostLakes]

Yupp...at least now we can camp in peace without that awful distraction

[@Jupiter503]

Love the growth of the channel 🙌 if we don't get uncomfortable and scared we dont have growth I'm finding that in my recovery

[@LostLakes]

You got it brother 💚

[@janetgordon9010]

always inspiring thanks 4 sharing

[@toshselfpropelled]

Great video Jon. Looked like a lot of fun. What a great environment to learn in. 🍻

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Tosh, it was indeed with the sunshine and weather

[@aarondlorenz]

Awesome! Good on you for expanding your experiences.

[@pamalvestad3848]

John i truly applaud your determination to step out of your comfort zone all while knowing when to make choices in safe comfort zone. You have two great friends to guide along the way. May you three have many more epic adventures to share. Best regards to Brad and Xander

[@LostLakes]

Thanks so much Pam 💚

[@pjposterman2445]

Nice Trip, Thanks.

[@scottyj8500]

That was a sweet trip!!

[@bushcraft_crush2455]

Fantastic adventure! Looks like so much fun!

[@LordThranduil234]

One of your best videos! Its been great to see you evolve as a canoeist and a filmographer :)

[@LostLakes]

Very much appreciated!

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! A very exciting video! Cheers!

[@stackitlikeabeast3294]

Those are great friends John.

[@polligma1450]

Excellent!!

[@darrylhunt1]

Great trip and content! Great to see the three of you working together. Awesome stuff.

[@halinawiecek2297]

Hello John that was awesome adventure I'm glad you okay when you fall to the water, The view was incredible thank you for sharing the video.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Halina

[@fayepotts3279]

What positive energy coming from you three. Being honest with your feelings and thoughts bring about bonding and understanding. That’s what real men are made of. Thank you for sharing this with us, it truly was a high energy experience.

[@LostLakes]

I was thinking about the guys the same way on this trip...no macho, toxic masculinity junk and I really appreciate that about them. Thanks so much Faye 💚💚💚

[@markarsenault4303]

Baptism by fire, or should I say, ice cold water. Great job John. Overcoming your fears is the best way forward. You couldn't have been in better company. Love your channel.

[@LostLakes]

Hahah thanks so much Mark

[@user-yf5ii6jt6j]

So glad to see you guys. like your video so much.

[@steve8421]

Good job at it, a real confidence booster. Enjoyed the go along.

[@davebanner4060]

Absolutely AWESOME!!! Man, am jealous of y'all.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a bunch Dave!

[@frankhunt5018]

Wow, this was a great trip, thanks for bringing us along with you....

[@FadeOut1]

Watching your adventures really makes me want to take one of my own. Loved your videos!

[@ThoughTObjecTMusic]

I love watching this adventure from different perspectives!

[@Twobarpsi]

Incredible trip Bud!!

[@markwjackchannel8844]

Awesome adventure!

[@cynthiaana4808]

Very exciting !

[@ShinyStickEC]

Cheers for having so much fun!! Very impressive on all the canoe handling, and way to get back on that horse!

[@garyellington1216]

Great to see you guys together.

[@ESSSSSGEEEE]

Great vid! Kept me on the edge of my seat. Great tip from Brad!

[@johnherman3261]

Enjoyable watching you boys out and having some fun and adventures. Building wonderful memories for your old age years.

[@candlemarie3690]

So cool! I love when you talk about breaking out of comfort zones so you can build you skills. Makes me wanna go further on my next trip!

[@LostLakes]

💚💚

[@annemarieacosta8775]

What an amazing trip with good friends !!!!

[@DaveMacsCamp]

For someone who has clocked up 1000's of paddle hours yet your so humbled about the whole white water and impacting the other guys. Your always so real with your audience. Another amazing video mate!

[@LostLakes]

💚💚

[@sarahfalenstrike7359]

another great adventure. Some day i will join you guys ^^

[@11ggames20]

The victory screech at 15:00 killed me haha you guys made it through safe and sound and have to celebrate !

[@GrittingEagle]

what a great trip with good friends

[@brad7232]

Good job pushing yourself. This clearly was good peer pressure. You’ve surrounded yourself with good people which always equals a good time.

[@nickcatch77]

Awesome job man! Looks like a great time with great dudes!

[@cgmiller82]

Awesome video. Thanks!

[@untamedontario]

Bit of a wilder ride than often, but glad that you had some good support and came out with some positive experience! Great team and a great trip!

[@brendabinau1187]

So awesome!! Good for you!!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Brenda!

[@flyifri]

Very Cool Update in every way.! Well done on all counts to you all for sharing to bring us along. Thank You .!

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot donnyboy!

[@differentfins]

Insane! I fish adjacent to white water often and I get that queezy feeling when the current grabs my kayak and spins me around. I appreciate the feels of being at the mercy of the rapids. Cheers Jon!

[@Barret-paddles]

Conquering your fear with good friends! So impressive you guys and again thanks for the trip 💜

[@frasersintheforest]

This trio is awesome! Nice work, Jon. And Brad is a whitewater machine!!!

[@robertwhite1810]

I like that you always remain humble even though you're obviously a very accomplished outdoorsman Well done as always!

[@LostLakes]

💚💚

[@manojkumar-ki4sz]

Amazing videos, great work

[@cynthiamcallister5110]

Was a great trip 🙂

[@outbound2explore119]

Now that looked like a tonne of fun Jon. Awesome way to spend a few days. Very nice region of Ontario.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks man! Sure is

[@bobbydazzler3067]

Its good to see you John.

[@chrisblack8390]

Congratulations on overcoming your fear of white water. Great video. Thanks

[@jasonlynch2919]

What a combo you guys make. Fantastic weather looked like fun. Good for you. Lovely video 📹.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Jason

[@sander3425]

Very cool to watch👌

[@dennismorton4688]

i like how you did the split screen awesome

[@JudithHaworth-yu6oz]

Great, great video.

[@paulfroud3920]

Great video, thanks for the laughs.

[@Paul.Kramer]

Great to see you having fun John! Another super video.

[@LostLakes]

Thanks a lot Paul :)

[@ryanlloyd3842]

Don't have a favourite trip, but this one is top three. It's been quite a journey with you: your first big, prolonged season; Erin; hot tent and stoves; and now another serious jump in what you're doing with more collaboration and really, really getting into something new and uncomfy... Kudos!