Backcountry Wilderness Photography | There is nothing better

[@curtis.strange]

I love this type of vid so much, fingers crossed you can squeeze in a few more before winter

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Yeah me too!

[@wildbillgreen]

@@QuietLightPhotothere’s always ice climbing 😊

[@QuietLightPhoto]

@@wildbillgreen No thanks, been there, done that. I gave up ice climbing when a friend of mine was killed in an avalanche near Field, BC, many years ago. My other mate was lucky to survive. The only reason I wasn't with them was that I had left a day earlier. I counted that as a sign that perhaps Ice Climbing wasn't for me.

[@nostaticatall]

@@QuietLightPhoto Geez, sorry to hear that.

[@LuigiNespeca]

​@@QuietLightPhoto I'm sorry to hear that, Adam. Avalanches kill every year, on the Alps, on the Apennine as well, mountains kill as well. I can count over 10 friends lost on the mountains but we must live with that, I can't live without mountains. I am sorry for the family at home waiting for a call telling everything is ok.

[@julianpaxton5750]

Thank you Adam. I'm enjoying your new "adventure" focussed videos.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great!

[@DarrenKnightPhoto]

That looks like a fantastic hike mate. Really enjoy watching these 🍺

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, mate!

[@davidhewett1484]

This video and the one from last week have been by far my favorite of what you put out in several months. I really enjoy you getting out and doing the hiking in the mountains there in British Columbia. Thank you for sharing this one.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great to hear!

[@erichstocker8358]

Enjoyed that! What a beautiful area. I also learned something new as old as I am. I didn't realize that blueberries turned red. I admire all the work you do just getting B roll. Setting your camera up so far away and filming yourself. Then you have to collect that camera again. Plus, of course, all the editing to get all the scenes to flow. All while also doing your photography. I appreciate all your work putting these together.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@vlaney21]

Love these new Adventure videos! And, I'm learning so much as I see what you bring along. I know making these videos are a ton of work, but you make it look so easy. I love exploring the backcountry with you...keep it up!

[@DavidSkelhon]

Thanks Adam! It’s a beautiful place. My girlfriend and I spent a night up there about 35 years ago when things were less developed. It was mid October, I got food poisoning, our tent collapsed under the weight of wet snow, and needless to say we never made it to the summit! It was a joy to finally see what we missed!

[@AlaskaDaveRR]

Adam I just left Vancouver Island. We spent a week there. The island is enormous. We stayed in Victoria so many of the things I wonted to see where a two to three hour drive. I did get to photograph the Bonsai Tree. and we made it to Englishman falls. The rest of the time I spent in Victoria, photographing the seaplanes and sail boats in the harbor. I l also spent the day at Beacon Hill Park, a lot of photo opportunities there. I now know why you love living there the Island is one of the most beautiful places I have visited. My next stay will be longer. Thanks for sharing videos of your home.

[@juanitakelly3082]

Thanks for all the extra steps it takes to film yourself and make us feel like we are right there with you. Oh, how I wish I were!

[@DennisBater]

All three of your alpine adventures have been very enjoyable. Thanks for giving me a glimpse of places on Vancouver Island I have never been to. If I did this, I would have to carry more bear spray than provisions... I am always looking over my shoulder for Mother Bear and her cubs!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

meh, the bears are pretty skittish. I did bump into one up there, it ran away.

[@stillinthestream]

Great video Adam, I've never been past Kwai Lake so it was great to see the journey, especially the hike up from Circlet Lake. An exceptionally good sense of the place with a really nice pace. So many of the hiking videos I watch are too short, but your staged approach was excellent. Man, you must have done a about twice the distance with all those solo shots. Look forward to more like this!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Macman608]

Absolutely loved this one. Please consider doing more videos like this. Very enjoyable.

[@nostaticatall]

Good for you Adam! I'm a year younger than you, have been hiking most of my life, and yet I can't see myself doing the last couple of hiking/camping trips you've posted here. Cheers!

[@AmorLucisPhotography]

It was such a great pleasure to meet you in person, Adam! The morning after you left I woke in cloud at the col between Mt. Albert Edward and Mt. Frink (lovely camp spot), and punched through the cloud at the summit of Mt. Albert Edward to see some fine cloud inversions. Not golden hour, but nice all the same. The route down the other side and then up to Ruth Masters Lake was very challenging trail, and by the time I camped that evening the weather had completely closed in and so I hiked out to Buttle Lake the next day (via Augerpoint/Jack Shark's trail) completely encased in rain and cloud. But it's a stunningly beautiful area as your vlog ably demonstrates. And please do keep in mind my offer - Google my handle and you'll find my website and email. Cheers, Martin.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Man that is a grind, especially with that pack you had on, lol. Nice to meet you Martin. If you find yourself planning any hike on the Island or beyond perhaps I can join you. Cheers!

[@mauricebawden9561]

Thanks for the last three videos, taking me to places I will never be able to visit ! Excellent adventures.

[@danevarkevisser4670]

Thank you Adam for taking us along. Lovely!

[@jeppemichaeljensen2684]

Waoooo. Love this kind of video. More please Mr Gibbs. Thanks

[@LuigiNespeca]

Adventure, Mountains, Photography! ❤

[@QuietLightPhoto]

The best!

[@andrewfindlayphoto]

Great video Adam. Good to see a bit of natural wilderness. You can fashion a windshield from the stiff Aluminium of a takeaway container or a disposable barbecue for your stove. It's also good for making lightweight lids for mugs and pans.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great tip!

[@ervinslens]

What a hike man, these shots and ambience are spectacular! Absolutely beautiful!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks a ton!

[@roobarb7989]

Really like this style of Vlog Adam. This adventure series and the images you get on them are just stunning.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks a ton!

[@johnbrennen1776]

My old neck of the woods. Thanks again, for those memories are geologic and wont change but reminders are nice

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@ytubechannel997]

Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for taking us along.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Our pleasure!

[@DaveKingMusic]

You don’t worry about someone running off with your tent and camping gear?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Not at all

[@stumblingfalk]

Really enjoyed your last few videos, even if I've followed you for years and years. Lovely seeing you go "light" with a simple kit, too, not flamboyantly flaunting that drool-creating GFX 🤣The highlands of Vancover, the fauna and landscape, is strikingly similar to parts of my home country Norway, half a world away. PS! I exchanged my Fuji 55-200 for the newer 70-300 this year after 10 years. Not much weight difference, but WR and considerably better close focusing/semi macro. Extremely usefull for those flora and fauna type shots. Very versatile piece of glass, but extends quite a bit which can be an issue on light tripods/heads iand/or with wind in certain shutter speed ranges that one often hit around dawn and dusk (1/15 - 1-2s).

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for the info about the lens, I'll have to take a look. Cheers!

[@composedlight6850]

doing your thing -- its great getting out like that. Hard to get going, but when into it top class.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

It sure is

[@lphilpot01]

You need to get a videographer, like Nigel has done! Maybe you can force Gavin to shoot video for you... That way you won't have to "set up, pick up" the video camera so much. But then again you'd have to put up with Gavin's whinging, so maybe that's not a good idea... 😝

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I don't think anyone can 'force' Gavin to do anything, besides he live 6000km away, lol.

[@ian-robinson]

Always interesting seeing where you’re heading off to. With such scenery you have so many options. Keep them coming Adam.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, will do!

[@brianbeattyphotography]

gotta love when a trail provides its own snacks!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Very true!

[@edc641]

I really enjoyed watching this. I'm very much into hiking and landscape photography myself. I've personally never used the BRS, but it seems to be a popular stove that does the job. My Firemaple 116 titanium stove has a wider head which is perfect for my wider Trangia pot. I've made a super lightweight and cheap foldable aluminum windshield that makes the whole system very lightweight and energy efficient. I'm always struggling a bit when I'm out hiking for days and don't really have time to stay at one location waiting for the perfect light. It's challenging combining long-distance hiking with photography. But also very rewarding at times.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Yes that is a problem so I figure since the photography is the main reason for my trips I try to spend at least two days in one spot.

[@CarlynTucker-s9m]

I’m enjoying your alpine hikes and imagery. I appreciate your exploration of your home ground, it reminds us of it is not always traveling off to exotic locales. Of course Vancouver Island is absolutely stunning. I appreciate your approach to photography, best wishes!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you!

[@valpayne2963]

Wow Adam! Firstly, the reeds in lake images are masterly. Exhibition worthy surely as art. And you saw it when others wouldn’t. A really enjoyable video, your journey, music, drone, relaxed and beautiful to watch. Thank you.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@krisdroban308]

Love the challenge. Honestly have no idea how you can carry your photo gear which include two tripods, drone and pretty heavy camera and lenses. Also camping gear and food. I'm sure we all will enjoy your effort .

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Me neither, lol

[@trishf29]

Love these videos of Vancouver Island, Adam. I know I’ll never get there, although my parents did a long time ago. They both loved it! By the way, turning 60 is nothing compared to the 70s! So enjoy life while you can and some more of these enlightening videos, please😊🇦🇺

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet

[@montanaguy51]

I enjoy the hiking/photography videos! Thanks for sharing. And that drone footage was pretty epic! 👏

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@lothargeiger6958]

nice to see your Video, especially as we were at the same place the same time as you but we did hike as fare you did and we missed you ......maybe one day we have better luck... we enjoye your Vlog's a lot. Lothar

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I was just disappointed that you didn't give my van a polish, haha.

[@cgriggsiv]

The BRS titanium stove is actually super light and I bought mine when it first came out for $5 plus $3 shipping now they sell for up to $20 plus shipping And question what backpack are you using and how many lenses did you bring and how many different cameras did you bring into that pack and did you use an insert for your camera gear

[@QuietLightPhoto]

So many questions, lol. I use the Osmo 3 for most of the video. My Iphone for the timelapse. My main camera is a Fujifilm X-S20 with the 16-80mm and 55-200mm lenses. I dont bring any inserts just wrap the gear up in clothes, hats etc. Two very small tripods

[@jenniferC7317]

Amazing vid. I live in the Comox Valley. I have been to Circlet and the little lake before it that you camped at but never up Albert Edward. Hairtrigger Lake is also gorgeous. Great time to go, no bugs!!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Lack of bugs is definitely a bonus this time of year

[@andretim75]

Thank you so much for sharing -- I love the tranquil mood a lot and it is almost like a therapeutic way of taking part in your nature excursions !!!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@_andy_gibb_]

That's a such great hike - I was up there ten years ago and it's about time I returned! The circuit taking in Castle Crag and Mount Frink remains one of my favourite day hikes. Really liked the photos of the grasses in the water, very striking and not at all obvious what you're looking at to begin with.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Cheers!

[@MrSimonj1970]

I really enjoy your videos and photos, Adam; just wanted to say thanks for the entertainment! Cheers from Harrogate

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for that

[@chromagraphphotoart]

Some stunning Drone photography there Adam!

[@imageswestcanada]

I didn't think drones are permitted in a Provincial Park...?

[@garethmonjones6829]

A nice relaxing video with much appreciation done to the area which looks stunning for Astrophotography, great watch Adam 👌👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Cheers, Gareth! Yeah not a lot of light pollution in that area, it would be good I would imagine.

[@jenslundinbyh8845]

I really like this new style of hikingfilms. I love hiking as well as photography so this is great!!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Good to hear, thanks!

[@jamespanter4060]

Thanks Adam,another great vidio fantastic place.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

My pleasure!

[@jiggyb21]

Another great one. So calm and the B roll on the way up was amazing. Each beautiful enough to be its own photo. Thanks for the effort.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Many thanks!

[@iank1638]

Wonderful video and photography, thank you. I enjoy all the videos you do

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Many thanks!

[@Ron-kn6ur]

When I use to live on the Island, Strathcona Park was my favorite place to hike so it's nice to see the area again through your trips.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@MaliDaviesPhotography]

Wish I was there. Loved this Adam 👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Cheers, Mali!

[@markdixon9826]

With that hat, you look more like Spike Milligan every day! 🤣

[@QuietLightPhoto]

No comment ;-)

[@andybamforth]

Love it

[@darrencallaway4090]

Fantastic Adam loving these videos

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks 👍

[@sstarr1310]

Beautiful! Thank you so much.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you too

[@34Media]

another great hike mate , nice and peaceful place , another gem !

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks 👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@JohanNormanssonIntoNature]

Nice as usual, cheers from Sweden.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@offbeatvandals6072]

these types of videos are my favorite, cant wait to see more like this👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bolleolympus]

👍👍🌹🌹❤❤🌷🌷👌👌😊😊

[@davidkipperman5218]

I like that you're changing it up a bit. 😃

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@davidpeak1323]

I’m enjoying these videos

[@QuietLightPhoto]

excellent!

[@duncanwallace7760]

What a fantastic area of the world you live in!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

It really is

[@retirewithjames6745]

Love seeing new areas of the world that I have never seen.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Me too!

[@StephenBridgett]

Very inspiring Adam

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, Stephen!

[@anonymouspdg6121]

Another lovely video and adventure. Absolutely stunning scenery! it always makes me smile when I watch videos like this. It's certainly not a criticism as there's not really another way to do it but B roll showing you walking up the mountain or gazing off into the distance looking at the view is hilarious when, as your on your own, you clearly have already been up the hill or to the view points to set up the camera. It must be so frustrating for you to do things at least twice or three times if you count retrieving the camera lol. Anyway, keep it up and enjoying your hikes!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Yes it does seem somewhat ridiculous. Sitting there enjoying the scene when in. reality your stressing over getting some footage, lol.

[@anonymouspdg6121]

However we all do appreciate the effort!

[@blivieriphoto]

I just want to camp in that spot, or the spot where you had your first picnic. Looks so peaceful. And those blueberry bushes! Love those with the nice splash of red. Thanks for all the great adventures.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Its a good time to go, earlier and the bugs would be nasty.

[@blivieriphoto]

@@QuietLightPhoto I'd have to bring a heater and toidy of course. lol

[@johnzapell1527]

Awe inspiring. Beautiful backcountry experience. Thanks for taking us with you.

[@lubos-ro3hy]

Great ideo and tips

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you!

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

More please!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@cgriggsiv]

Correction Adam they do have a windscreen although it is not titanium it is a lightweight stainless steel but I would prefer a titanium version even later and yes it is for the BRS 3000

[@SueFerreira75]

Just love this area - where my soul feels whole. Wonderful video - nuff said!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You and me both!

[@jessechapmanphotography]

Great vid. I'm boarding the ferry back to Port Angeles as I type this from my first time visiting the island. The place is gorgeous and I will definitely be returning soon!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Sounds great!

[@frostyadventurer5838]

Mr. Gibbs, another great video. I think that part of the adventure of Landscape Photography is the journey. Thank you for sharing it with us. Cheers.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks 👍

[@ronboe6325]

Dang! Such epic country. Now I do like the big timber video's you've done in the past; but had no idea Vancouver offered such stunning mountains. Dang! Now; you deserve some props for shots on the way up where you placed the camera then had to walk/climb back down to film you coming up. Ufdah!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Yes the camer placement and then walking back does take some effort but its all worth it in the end

[@pthomas36]

Beautiful trip Adam. I really appreciate your move back into the hills and I'm reminded how long it's been for me too. I think I'm making new plans for this weekend.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stephaneclaveau9736]

Absolutely love these videos Adam, thank you :)

[@QuietLightPhoto]

My pleasure!

[@gregtoddbike]

Very nice - but I guess I just have to ask if you have a permit to fly a drone in a BC Provincial Park?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great question! It's always important to check local regulations when flying drones, especially in protected areas like provincial parks. Safety and compliance first! It's just too bad that many of the dog walkers in Strathcona can't seem to keep their dogs on a leash.

[@adventurewhitasiam]

Did you use garmin gps or other device ?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I do carry one but I just used my phone and Alltrails

[@tomwhite160]

love shots of grass in water!!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

thanks!

[@gregroberts875]

Love the video!! Great Work…Just wondering what backpack you are using on this trip.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

It’s made by a small Canadian company called Durston. I have the 55liter version.

[@gregroberts875]

@@QuietLightPhoto Thanks for the information…I’m familiar with Durston, I own the X-Mid Pro 2 person tent. Love that company