Never seen so many close ups of my face while I'm struggling through life 😆 Ripper vid! Great memories.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha ahhh mate, I’m so glad you have humility because I enjoyed putting those together so damn much 😂
@ScottysGoneWalkabout5 ай бұрын
That was epic mate. A solid adventure, speccy scenery and some great editing. Loved the quick zoomed in cuts. Hats off the Luke for doing swagman style. That would have been brutal carrying that swag up those mountains. 😂 You boys both earned that beer at the end. I’m currently in my tent, camping on the edge of a cliff in the blue mountains and managed to watch this masterpiece with one bar of 4g. Shoulda just saw the sunset I had. It was a proper nature emergency.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha one bar of 4G. That sounds like me down here in Lime Bay in Tassie. Doing exactly the same 🤣 Just watched Xanders bloody long vid in the lowest quality possible. Still excellent haha Thanks though mate, I appreciate it. I definitely had fun with those grainy zooms. I was actually in tears while editing a couple of those tbh 😂 Hope you got some good shots of that sunset brother! Enjoy!
@Mstriker55 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman Xander collab incoming?!👀
@kaylahlee18525 ай бұрын
Thank you for advocating for respect for our bushland and shared camping grounds. it's amazing that we even need to speak about bush etiquette but it seems like many still don't get the picture. It's just so un-Australian. Loved the hour-long format by the way.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks Kaylah. And yes, it’s sad, unfortunately I’m not sure what it even means to be “Australian” these days. Our culture towards the bush is actually pretty average as much as we like to hype up our bushman/swagman history. Those days are long gone. It’s a cultural thing for sure. I’ve been full time on the road for nearly 6 months now and the amount of childish 40 year olds I see ruining campgrounds is unbelievable. So it’s not just the kids either. Crazy! Anyway, enough of a rant for now 😂 Thank you for watching 🙏
@kaylahlee18525 ай бұрын
Oh I can only IMAGINE what you've seen since being out on the road full-time. But good on you for calling it out.
@andyprice46965 ай бұрын
You guys are Fing hardcore! Thanks for the adventure and the Views!! Every time I see a Mattsy video pop up, it’s a nature emergency! Keep on trekking…
@jarrededwards78545 ай бұрын
I’m all for the hour long length 👍
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Cheers mate!
@teeflo27575 ай бұрын
+1 ! nothing captures the feel of a serious hike like a proper documentary-style video. cheers boys, you did it ! 👍🏼✌🏼🖖🏼
@fayeadamczyk74315 ай бұрын
I’m a 76 (& a half!) Y. O. Woman from west Aussie and usually don’t watch KZbin’s as long as this one, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for taking us along. I also watch Scotty’s Gone walkabout. Haven’t watched The Bearded Bushranger yet, but looking him up now. Just wish I was fit enough to do even just a little. At one time I wanted to do a bit of the Bibulmum Track which goes from Perth to Albany - but I never did get round to it. Look it up. If you come this way at least do some of it. Once again, thanks. Australia is a wonderful place. ❤
@chriskirkman54255 ай бұрын
All gave some....Some gave all....Some are still giving. Lest We Forget
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Lest we forget 💪
@leithmurray7364 ай бұрын
I’m absolutely amazed at the stamina of Luke negotiating all that bushbashing with the seperate bed roll on a sling. That would have pissed me off in a very short space of time. Great effort by you both. Leith
@TheSillySwagman4 ай бұрын
Hahahaha so bloody well put 😂😂 I’m right there with you mate. It reminded me so much of my time in the army, carrying some extra section stores or weapon system, hanging off a shoulder or strapped awkwardly to the pack and having it get caught on every single branch imaginable while it all weighs about 40 kilos 😂😂 He was giving me ptsd every time I turned back to check on him haha!
@rexplore.5 ай бұрын
As an American, your content is a fantastic way to see the beautiful nature of Australia with some great personalities! You guys should come explore up here, lmk if you need help scheming, I live in Colorado 🤙
@officialtassieboysprospecting5 ай бұрын
Mate, nature emergencys at every angle what an amazing place to spend some time with a pack and a mate loved it a good solid walk in a beautiful part of the world.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Yeah tell me about it i was gobsmacked within the first half hour of the hike. Totally blown away by those views from the cross cut. Just epic. We certainly are lucky here!
@ktswandering5 ай бұрын
Loved this vid! Proper bush bashin'....looked like hard work but fun. The grogan in the fire is just bloody un Australian.
@Fiona_Chasing_Light5 ай бұрын
What an epic ... also enjoyed Luke's video of this one. I love the hour long version for a hike like this because I kind of feel like we get a good feel for how tough it was. A great way to have a taste of nature (if we can't get there ourselves, especially). Take care Mattsy!
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks Fiona. Yeah that’s what I thought, too. It really was such a slog I thought a short vid wouldn’t do it justice, and like you said a lot of people want to be taken on an adventure and see things that maybe they’re not able to themselves. I appreciate that feedback 😄 Enjoy the rest of your weekend Fiona! 🙏🙌
@roam_free5 ай бұрын
Alright we need more four day plus trips from you guys. It's where the insanity starts to kick in and I'm here for it.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha noted 🤣 Thanks mate! I’m glad you enjoyed the longer ep 😄
@randyhiggins96355 ай бұрын
WHAT A JOURNEY ! NO WAY WOULD I EVER ATTEMPT IT !.....CHEERS !
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Haha! Thanks Randy! It was truly epic! Thanks for watching us struggle instead 😆🙌
@asymDelegate5 ай бұрын
"You just ruined my shot mate..." "Was trying to get a thumbnail mate...." just awesome.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha
@cordellkent47905 ай бұрын
Thanks M@c. As a former Infantryman myself, I always enjoy your posts. This was a really good one.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! That’s great to hear. I know there’s always some lingo being dropped that the infantry guys pick up on at a different level haha
@dorknuckle5 ай бұрын
The apparent wilderness fills my heart with joy! Thank you for sharing such an epic trek.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
And thank you for watching! 🙌
@Peakoilcompany5 ай бұрын
Haha, some of your darker humor coming through in this edit Silly. 4:10, I know that tune 😂 It is really interesting to see you and Luke @TheBeardedBushranger side by side, taking a very different approach to each other. I relate to both, so it was like both my inner perspectives out in front of me. On the one side was a military-inspired, contemporary approach with elements of heritage. Not too far out with the glow pink plastic.. nice and subdued, realistic, fitting the times with the timelessness. Then there's the admirable re-enactment of a romantic history. A living historian, keeping knowledge and experience of the past, holding a light there so we don't lose sight of where we've come from. Luke did it tough, hey. I could see that more so in your video than in his. I respect and appreciate the effort. I would've loved to have seen a discussion between you, about your different approaches, acknowledging the difficulty of the old, the benefits of the new, imagining somewhere in between. You did a great job capturing the scenery and legs of the journey. Isn't it a spectacular range! You'll be seeing more like that in Tazzy soon, I imagine. Western Arthur's? See if you can find the scorched earth patch where I burnt my tent down, me in it! That was the moment I started looking into the past, pre plastic era. I reckon that poo in the fireplace was left by The Button Man! It looked like a freshy too. He was laying the ribbon, both pink plastic and white paper, trying to mess you up, lead you down the wrong way. Couple of KZbinrs bringing in the crowds.. he needed to make his presence known. 😂 Anyway, nice video, a pleasure to watch. I like the dynamic and balance between you and Luke. Regards, Leigh
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hey mate! Lovely bit of feedback and food for thought. I really like the idea of a catchup with Luke to discuss both sides of the experience. Pros and cons etc. I’ve got something in the rough stages of planning which I think that could work really well on. And yes! I shall be enjoying the epic ranges here in Tassie in the not too distant future 🙏 That sounds like a hell of a story with the tent. 😳 Probably right about the button man, too hahaha No doubt 🤣 Thanks for watching mate! Speak soon
@PaulMacDonald-bc2nx5 ай бұрын
The battered bush ranger …😂 poor bastard… that was on day one ….
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Haha! What an absolute battle carrying that gear 😂 he did well to not ask me to hit the SOS button
@meturns46665 ай бұрын
Gidday fellas, wanted to thank you for taking me along . A bit over 45 years ago ,at the age of 15 yrs old I did this exact walk , came up from the Wellington River n walked Howitt Rd to Gantner hut . I at that age I too felt almost spiritual feeling towards this whole area , we called it gods country too . Views for a lifetime and memories to feed the old brain till this day . Loved your narration and filming , again thx , cheers from Melbourne.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
That is bloody awesome to hear mate. It’s a spectacular area that’s for sure, I never realised Australia even had mountains like that! It was amazing. Thanks for watching mate! Take care
@meturns46665 ай бұрын
Cheers mate , recon you should checkout Tarli Kargn n the Sentinels, another great walk , im ex 126 signals , way back when , your ex infantry yes ?
@TheBeardedBushranger5 ай бұрын
@@meturns4666 I'll definantly being doing tali kargn and the setinels soon. Love the licola area .. best part of Victoria I say
@duraidayoubi90575 ай бұрын
Now I can say I have seen it all. A ginger bushman carrying a handbag. That is hilarious. 🤣🤣🤣
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahahaha!!
@TheBeardedBushranger5 ай бұрын
I needed something to carry my make up in
@liamsaunders78515 ай бұрын
Thanks for another epic adventure Mattsy and Luke too! Was very informative and entertaining as well! Bring on more nature emergencies champion!! Yewwww!! -Liam 🇦🇺 🤙🏿
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks Liam! Bring on the nature emergencies of the future 🙌🙌🙌
@gunterlangesschwein.kieran17842 ай бұрын
Awesome trek bloke , magic scenery. Gotta love the nature baby! I love Australia.
@jae48075 ай бұрын
Amazing journey! Thanks for showing us beautiful parts of our country that most of us don't know exist, this one was tough and definitely needed the full hour to see and appreciate what you both went through on this hike. When Xander comes to Australia you need to take him on an epic hike like this 😊.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, even if it was a little longer than usual. I agree though, I think it wouldn’t have done the journey justice if I had left half of the struggle out. A good one for memories sake anyhow 🙏 I would absolutely love to catch up with Xander when he comes down here. We will see if I can manage to t that up haha
@UrbanKiwiana3 ай бұрын
Gidday mate, I recently found the bearded bushranger and his perspective of this journey then KZbin said you know what Izeak you loved it so much come and watch this fellas. So here I am all the way from Nz got wet toes and all just so I could get over and watch this What an incredible adventure and what a incredible peice of scenery. The humor and the journey was so good. Had some good laughs along the way thanks. The one time when someone would say bro stick to your daytime job and you can agree 😂. Have a blessed rest of your week,
@jeanie73695 ай бұрын
Absolutely incredible video, well worth the wait. The scenery was incredible, just magic. I think it’s one of your best videos yet. Your an inspiration, well done Mattsy, loved it.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much. Jeanie! I’m glad you enjoyed this one 🙏😄 Thank you for the feedback too!
@JoChadwick5 ай бұрын
That was fantastic, Mattsy and Luke! Really enjoyed the nice long episode to hunker down with on a Sunday night. You sure came across some beautiful epic scenery, and covered all types of different terrain on your adventure. Hats off to you both! Also, I was with Mattsy getting goosebumps when Luke told the Button Man story, just before sunset too! Thanks again and take care!! :)
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks Jo!🙌 I couldn’t believe how incredible that mountain range was. I was not expecting it! And so true 🤣 What was he thinking saving that for just before bedtime haha! Thanks for watching, Jo. Always appreciate your comments 😊
@ingridmccarthy07074 ай бұрын
Absolutely epic walk! Stunning scenery and full-on walking.
@JohnnyRumpassBuns5 ай бұрын
I loved the hour long video. Told myself when I found you I'd never skip an ad to support you. Loved the close ups of old mate struggling.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Haha thanks a lot mate, I really, really appreciate that 🙏 Legend!
@hurricanenet314 ай бұрын
I was an Infantryman in the American Army, after watching some of your videos it's funny how the humor that you get while an infantryman seems to be almost universal. I did have the pleasure of working alongside Aussies while deployed and they were by far my favorite allied nation to work with. Love the videos!
@TheSillySwagman4 ай бұрын
Haha it certainly is mate, I’ve noticed that too. Yeah, I had the privilege of working with some of your guys too and you guys go hard af. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos brother 💪
@user-ArtsyVW4 ай бұрын
wow, that was surely epic, and I mean 'Ep-ic!'.. so cool to see your skills in the military shining thru .. you 2 are so inspiring, Luke looked the part in a few back-shots of him walking along the ridges 'looked like a real swaggy'.. great spooky story Lukey.. Once again, just love listening & contemplating your ramblings in literary poetry form.. look forward to those now..
@Anon-cq1kh5 ай бұрын
'Man from Snowy River' country. Breathtaking....
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Sure is 🙏🙏
@anthonymitchell67645 ай бұрын
That was epic matty. Loved every minute mate Thank you to yourself and Luke for some fantastic viewing. Those camp sites and unbelievable views are incredible ❤❤❤
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching mate! It was wild to be there. The views had me in complete awe the whole time. Absolutely spoilt for choice when it came to campgrounds too. Thanks for watching 😄🙌
@djmini2numpty1414 ай бұрын
hats off to the rangers for the work they do, mostly unrewarded. happy trekking guys. frank from downunder
@mj27455 ай бұрын
Legends! What a beautiful part of the country. The sense of accomplishment at the end...priceless.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
It truly is. It’s bloody amazing up there!
@CraigHenneberry5 ай бұрын
Best one yet Mattsy 💯 That Bearded Bush Banga is one tough mutha -
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha the Bearded Bush Banga 😂😂 Thanks mate! I’m glad you enjoyed it! He sure is a tough bugger 🤣
@kurts645 ай бұрын
Awesome mate, had to throw this one on the TV, that's some speccy country man! 👍👍🇦🇺
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Haha for sure 😆 And it’s bloody Epic isn’t it! I don’t throw that word around very often, but it’s fitting for that area
@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures5 ай бұрын
Great hike, how beautiful is that area, just amazing 😊❤
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
It was absolutely mind blowing out there! Nothing could’ve prepared me for just how stunning it was. I loved it. Even the struggles 😂 Thanks for watching!
@DaveMacsCamp5 ай бұрын
OMG you two are absolute MACHINES. Huge trip. Loved the video. Genuinely amazing!!!! Your on fire this year. Unstoppable!
@tr33tr33tr335 ай бұрын
Hurrah, new episode!! *settles in with a sunday beer*
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Yesssss! 🙌🙌
@MrDiPY5 ай бұрын
That was a brilliant trip. What a journey, guys!
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching mate 🙌
@Benjamin22_223 ай бұрын
Thanks Mattsy and Luke
@antonyrayson74255 ай бұрын
FINALLY 👍👍in the Vic Alps. Now you have to tell Scotty where it is 😂
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Haha! I’m sure he’ll get there eventually now that he’s seen our vids 😂
@HJane19675 ай бұрын
Absolutely awesome. What a hike that was! Loved it ❤ thanku 😊
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching 😊
@waynepugh78443 ай бұрын
Absolutely epic adventure guys!!!! love your work, keep it up!!!
@mykeforce10073 ай бұрын
Wild stuff mate! What a hike that looked like views are always worth the hardship
@TheSillySwagman3 ай бұрын
They certainly were mate! I was blown away in that place
@DwarfDragonwulf5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Mattsy, I needed to get my head out of my house... That was great. Wish I could run away from my wheelchair.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
I’m glad you got to enjoy some escapism with this adventure mate 🙌 I’m glad I let it go for an hour 😄
@DwarfDragonwulf5 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman Yeah, mate, I really love your videos. So glad I found you through watching Scotty.
@royburns65325 ай бұрын
Epic adventure! Can’t wait to do this one myself
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
It’s bloody unreal mate!
@thefun-employedadventurer30113 ай бұрын
Just found you lad and loving the sense of adventure! Cracking video
@francisday31875 ай бұрын
That was so awesome! Thanks for making and sharing. 👍🙏
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching mate! I appreciate the comment 🙏🙌
@shanemaher59035 ай бұрын
Really enjoy watching your videos of your trips and your great sense of humour , LEGEND MATE 🤙
@DopeyDylBag5 ай бұрын
Xander with an hour upload yesterday, silly with a one hour one today, my Sunday is sorted, can't wait to have a cuppa, a feed and draw some inspiration from you again mate, cheers ❤
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
I’m popping his on tonight 🙌 Reception at the campground isn’t amazing so it could turn into a 3 hour Xander episode. Things could be worse 😂 Thanks a lot for watching brother and keep getting out there!
@DopeyDylBag5 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman it's a beaut mate and lol things deffs could be worse! No doubt I will brother you'll see my name in KZbin shortly enough 😎
@OnCountryWithMick5 ай бұрын
Hectic hike mate and some really stunning views. Good to see a video coming up again too. Hope all is going well.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you mate! Yeah, there’s been a lot on the plate, definitely not a lack of uploads because I want to 😆 I’ll be back in full swing soon though
@OnCountryWithMick5 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman All good mate, It is just nice to see a clip. I always enjoy your videos and your wholesome little quotes.
@lizmondel20035 ай бұрын
Epic moment after epic moment. What a fabulous part of Australia it is. Thanks for for the extra effort you made to film it.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks Liz! Wasn’t it! I never knew we had mountains like that here in Australia. It was such a bloody eye opener haha
@Wearespurstv5 ай бұрын
Super pumped for this hour long banger my Saturday just got better
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Legend! I hope you enjoy it mate 😄
@cuocsonglangnoigogang5 ай бұрын
Your resilience and adaptability amidst the challenges of the Viking Mountains are truly commendable. Your adventurous spirit and determination to thrive in such rugged terrain serve as an inspiration to all seeking adventure and exploration." And I Am Floating Village Life
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! That is very kind of you to say. Any inspiration to help encourage people to immerse themselves in the outdoors is a win 😄
@duffynorris-bailey8545 ай бұрын
That was worth waiting for. Another classic. Hope all’s well and we get to see more of your adventures. Nature baby.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! All is well, stuck in a bit of limbo down in Tassie while I wait for a few things to get sorted but hopefully not too long 🙌
@davidtaylor11885 ай бұрын
Excellent stuff. Had a night in the bush last Wednesday and this is the place I came to get my fix now that I have to be in town. Hi and thanks from Far North Queensland.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you David 🙏 I’m glad we are able to offer up some entertainment and an escape in the meantime 😄
@TrinityMattocks-iq1vw5 ай бұрын
Aaaaaah SO good fellas. Am mostly impressed at how you both managed to film whilst completing such a gruelling circuit! Those navigation scenarios and the 'free for all' moments... YEP! 😂 I've developed a soft spot for brumby pads. They can be very beneficial so long as you know when to come off!
@janet334655 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this one, what magnificent land. Your respect for mother nature is incredible. Thanks for sharing 😊
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you Janet 😊
@alansteen4734 күн бұрын
Bloody good blokes. Love the content. Fillow both individually, but these duo,s are tops men.
@prado.offroad5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this adventure with us, i miss doing multi day treks before children🤣 now im lucky to squeeze in an overnighter
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Haha well I’m glad we can offer some escapes between then!
@needtokeepwalking27 күн бұрын
Great team, you and the ginger Daniel Andrews.
@Isxiros1004 ай бұрын
Yess! The spam makes an appearance. One of the best camping foods.... might be a product of my upbringing, but spam and corned beef in a can have a special place in my heart
@johncahill15875 ай бұрын
Was an hour and a bit well spent that. Great watch as always Mattsy.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot John, I’m glad you enjoyed the longer one 😄
@johncahill15875 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman I really enjoy the longer vids. I’m sure they are a nightmare to edit tho. Plus it makes me miss Australia. Not sure I’ll ever get to visit again but never say never.
@Sentinelledederision2 ай бұрын
Nice trip ..... we recognize those who can not do without the industrial marshmallow! Eat berries, dried fruits or wait for some oranges fallen from the sky!
@TheSillySwagmanАй бұрын
Hahaha love that comment 😄 thanks for watching!
@qksmith5 ай бұрын
can’t believe your mate did it in jeans, a swag, canvas water bag and all that. seriously hard going
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
An absolute battler 😂 He did well to come out the other end.
@fluffybro79315 ай бұрын
I’d love to see a full gear set up and take down video. Showing how you set everything up and the order you put things in and out of your bag.
@avatarofpapermagic5 ай бұрын
Epic! And I loved the Coo-ee fellas. Live in the home of the Coo-ee March so felt it more than most
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Unreal mate! I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙏🙏 thanks for watching 😄
@avatarofpapermagic5 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagmanloved it mate. Love the message you're spreading and what you've done to achieve it. Wish you nothing but success and happiness legend. You inspire me to get out there with my 9 year old a lot more, and I appreciate that!
@Deborah723-n9w5 ай бұрын
Hey great to see you both (this is wilderness journey aka DeeAnna) … looking forward to this I have been watching all your Facebook mems❤❤❤
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@stevetaylor94565 ай бұрын
Another epic movie. Loved it. Great work you blokes.👍👍👍
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot Steve!
@calmkate85 ай бұрын
Awesome countryside, great rapport and stories, always enjoy your philosophy bits! Must be your best hike and editing yet ... this sure reminds me of the hikes I used to do, kudos
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Kate! It was such a beautiful area to trek along. I had no idea Vic High Country had places like that haha I’m glad you enjoy the content 😊🙏
@calmkate85 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman very much so, keep up the great work for those of us that can't get there for now ...
@unfi67985 ай бұрын
Hi guys.! We ran into a family of Yowie's in Northern Queensland. Love the Butt Man story. Cheers mates. Stay safe.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Haha hectic! Thanks for watching mate 🙌
@StormBoy5055 ай бұрын
Top clip! You remembered everything Matt.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot mate! Hahaha I did too 😂😂
@AllThingsOutdoors5 ай бұрын
You're in my backyard Mattsy. Back in the 50s my grandfather lead a survey party on horse back that were surveying a route from a road below the snowline between north east Victoria and Gippsland. He is buried along with my grandmother and my father on the dargo high plains. I grew up in those hills.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Oh mate, how unreal is that. The idea of being out in a place like that on horseback… that’s bloody impressive. That’s a pretty incredible history to be a part of mate. 🙏
@ranarentz11245 ай бұрын
Love the long episodes! Thanks again for an awesome video!
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Awesome to hear! Thank you for watching and leaving a comment 🙏😄
@NoMatureContent5 ай бұрын
Its Uncle Buttons, too. He's legit and wont hurt you. Just a prankster.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Uh oh, I’ll remember that haha!
@hazyhay89775 ай бұрын
This was awesome. Absolutely love your content and humour.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot mate! I’m glad you’re enjoying it 😄 thanks for watching and I really appreciate the feedback too 🙏
@tinksgolightly82505 ай бұрын
I did the same loop solo, about 16 years ago.... was recently contemplating a revisit. Watched this video, changed my mind. Lol. So many parts of this had me a bit green with the memory 😅😅 how quickly we forget 😊 cracking video though, im here for hour longs!
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha glad you saw this vid hey 😂 I kept thinking to myself how glad I was that I had quite a few really big hikes leading up to this to condition myself for it unknowingly. No idea how Luke survived with that gear 😂
@CameronMcKay.-5 ай бұрын
Loved the long vid. Great for a wet Sunday morning.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😄 Nothing better than a rainy Sunday indoors catching up on some content. I did the same
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
In my tent that is 😂
@SamClarkPhotographerAdventurer5 ай бұрын
Great video! What an adventure. Absolutely stunning scenery! Something about being up high on those mountain tops I reckon. Also have you seen Xander Budnicks latest livestream? You get a mention :)
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you Sam! The mountain tops were bloody majestic weren’t they! Yeah I saw that! How bloody cool was that 😄 Hopefully one day the channel is big enough and he might consider me for a collab trip 😂 Thanks for watching! 🙏
@SamClarkPhotographerAdventurer5 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman sounds to me like he already is haha! Take it easy! :)
@Chr1st_has_risen26 күн бұрын
Aussies creators must be some of the most real creators out there
@Charlieray695 ай бұрын
Follow the spam cans mate 😂 love watching you two blokes Matsy 🙏💛👌🍻
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha! Thanks mate! 🙌
@BizzonaterInc5 ай бұрын
Just getting home from my walk and seeing this posted, time to wind down with another one
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Legend! I hope you enjoy this one 🙌
@Bicycle_Fungi5 ай бұрын
I tuned in for the nature emergencies, left fearing the Button Man and his midnight paparazzi
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha SAME!
@torchandbucket42145 ай бұрын
Great vid mate - you took me on a journey for an hour and I loved it 👍
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you mate, good to hear you didn’t mind the big ol’ adventure 🙏
@Stevej20135 ай бұрын
That is beautiful gents. A great video. Cheers
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, Steve, I’m glad you enjoyed the longer vid mate 🙏
@jimnapier68855 ай бұрын
Well done mate an excellent adventure, well captured, inspires a bloke to get it into one sock again..
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much mate! 🙌
@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb41805 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Your personality is what makes these videos so good to watch.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks you! 🙏🙏🙏 I’m glad you enjoyed it 😄
@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb41805 ай бұрын
@@TheSillySwagman from a 7rar brother
@BlackshacksBushcraft5 ай бұрын
I could have sworn I had already watched this one and commented, but I think it must have been Luke's video I watched. Anyway, it's always great to see a trip done from two perspectives. Oh, and that section you walked through with all the cut timber... I wonder, who was the poor bastard that lugged the chainsaw up there? 😆
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
That’s exactly what I thought when I saw the cut trees 😂😂 Surely a chopper just dumped it for him haha! And yeah, it would’ve been Luke’s video. He did a beautiful job of that.
@markpollard82475 ай бұрын
Great episode! Love watching experiences like this!!
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot Mark! I appreciate it mate thank you for watching 😄
@jaymannewell5 ай бұрын
Pretty epic for a casual stroll.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha
@slothsloth46515 ай бұрын
More long ones please. ❤🎉😊 loved this adventure
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Yeah? You don’t mind the long ones? I wasn’t sure how it’d go but it was too epic a trip to break it down to 30 mins I thought. I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙌😄
@outdoor_mac5 ай бұрын
The upness strikes back.
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Every damn time
@7purse5 ай бұрын
Nice hike 👍 What maps do you use in your GPS?
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Beautiful hike out there. The Garmin in reach just uses the Garmin maps. I only pull it out if I really want to verify something, I don’t generally navigate with it. On actual trails I use the All trails app. It’s perfect for that. GPS always seems to be accurate in showing your position relative to the trail if you happen to walk off it. When it comes to finding camps I do that at home before I leave just using maps on the internet.
@nudge26263 ай бұрын
Button Man seasoned your fire
@wesshirlaw87162 ай бұрын
Legit could have been a button banger 😂
@sailingseriously20354 ай бұрын
Awesome together you two knuckleheads. 👍🏻👍🏻
@I_V_A_N_885 ай бұрын
53:10 “coffee went through me like a bloody freight train”😂
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha I chuckled every time I saw that while editing 😂😂
@jackwilson41005 ай бұрын
one of the (many) highlights was that comment 😂😂😂
@PM-lz5gs5 ай бұрын
Luke is a machine for a civilian 👍 even with your creative navigating 🤣 Felt like we were on the adventure with you guys..minus the pain and a week of recovery! ANZACS would be proud
@TheSillySwagman5 ай бұрын
Hahaha he sure is a tough fella 🤣 I’m glad you felt you were apart of the journey! I think that’s why I wanted to make this one a little longer, it was a longer trip and it was a battle, I felt a short one would take too much away from the reality of the experience haha
@Zanella15814 ай бұрын
Huge hike men! Well done! Special mention to the traditional swagman style! My body aches watching that! Quick one Mattsy, what sleeping bad are you carrying on this trip??