Backcountry Wilderness Photography | There is nothing better

[@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!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@Nature_Wild_And_Free]

Really enjoyed the video Adam! That was a beautiful camping location!

[@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.

[@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!

[@anisab9506]

Nature, photography, hiking, backpacking and a Durston tent…nothing beats that :😂

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Absolutely

[@amsenita8017]

Very enjoyable video. Relaxing to watch and felt we were there with you. Thanks.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@beachstart]

Great video! I really enjoyed watching it and liked the mood! 👍👍👍 What is that tripod, you use (seen on "the summit" at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="876">14:36</a>)? Looks like a lightweight slim tripod. Since you use quite some ultralight equipment, I would be very interessted in your tripod option.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I have several, i'll do a video on them in the near future. The very small tripod is the KingJoy C81 but I just received a new tripod fro FLM that I think will be even better, stay tuned

[@beachstart]

@@QuietLightPhoto Cool thank you. I am looking forward to that video! For reducing weight I just got the Cullmann Carvao 816tc. It is build like the small table tripods but with longer legs. Very light (tripod 345g center colume to screw on top 78g and ballhead 138g) and very slim. Just the tripod with a Marsace ballhead is a 442g setup. The question is, is it sturdy enough for serious photography? If it is not too windy, I believe it could work - I will try. Unfortunately it has no hook to secure it by hanging extra weight, but a little cord and a small carabiner will solve that porblem. Big thanks for your content and greetings from Germany

[@hylkeheidstra2274]

Such great content and what an amazing scenery…. Keep them coming Adam!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, will do!

[@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!

[@julianpaxton5750]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great!

[@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!

[@martinoberstein8431]

Hallo Adam, thank you ever so much for this beautiful video! I thought your homeland is much wilder and now I see it’s so well provided with clear marked paths with maps, places to camp… It seems to me more like the Alps than the Scottish Wilderness. And equally beautiful. Great joy to watch.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Some areas are very wild but this area is quite close to some major cities. Thanks!

[@scottpope9105]

As a backpacker that loves to take photos, I really like my Durston Kakwa 55 and X-Mid Pro 2 tent for backcountry adventures. Gotta keep everything else light before I put in 6 pounds of camera gear! Liking the adventure style videos!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Precisely!

[@offbeatvandals6072]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@robertdidierphotography]

Thankyou Adam for the video, love these type of adventures as well. I think we all have trips when there is not a lot of photography just good memories.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@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.

[@mauricebawden9561]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Sounds like a memorable trip, haha

[@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!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great to hear!

[@johnsebastianartwork]

Absolutely wonderful Adam! I loved that shot with the talus 🔥 I have an MSR Pocket Rocket, very light and I can cook a brew in 3 minutes 😊

[@retirewithjames6745]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Me too!

[@srodigital]

What a novel campsite. Once again Adam what a mountain range. Really enjoyed the video. Take care. Looking forward to the next hike.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@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!

[@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.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@johnbrennen1776]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@randyschwager84]

What a great adventure! The scenery was stunning! Thanks for taking me along!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@brianbeattyphotography]

gotta love when a trail provides its own snacks!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Very true!

[@christophertaylor7021]

Another great video Adam, I really enjoyed it. It's been too long since I've hiked into the mountain back-country here in Oregon. Many of my favorite places have been burned out, are very busy now. I really miss it.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Seems to be the case with many backcountry areas these days

[@filimonov_i]

Great videos, what could be better than a great climb, photography and Adam Gibbs!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@danevarkevisser4670]

Thank you Adam for taking us along. Lovely!

[@Macman608]

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

[@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!

[@_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!

[@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!

[@leonardellis3587]

I love this video.Beautiful

[@QuietLightPhoto]

So glad!

[@ervinslens]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks a ton!

[@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 👍

[@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!

[@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!

[@lennartphotography]

Thanks for a great adventure video. Nice place for hiking, looks a little like places I use to hike but much, much bigger and higher mountains.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@brianmckeever5280]

Very nice! I was surprised to see F14 on APSC. Diffraction didn't hurt anything! Happy trekking!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I dont have an issue with it, cheers!

[@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!

[@DarrenKnightPhoto]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, mate!

[@NicolasAlexanderOtto]

Love the new hiking videos. Help me getting the mood for my next 2 weeks of alpine hiking in France. Also I would be interested in seeing your trap / tent set up. I' always wondered how you'd camp on those platforms with a tent that needs pegs and is not standing freely. Look like a couple of boulders did the trick for you.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

The platforms also have bolts to tie off on around the edges as well but you need cordage to do so.

[@composedlight6850]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

It sure is

[@stevearita3267]

Excellent video, thank you for doing these videos, I know it's a lot of hard work. Thank you again!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

My pleasure!

[@johnzapell1527]

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

[@davidgillespie6604]

This was so enjoyable! Thanks for taking us along.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

So glad!

[@RH-adventure]

Great video and great hiking gear. Somebody must have watched a lot of KZbin hiking videos.😊 Keep this content coming

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Of course, that why all of the hikers have the same gear😂

[@vivienrajz798]

Lovely video! If you plan or need to sleep in the valley, then always need some extra warmth. Down-valley flow will bring down cold air, and it can be serious.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Very true!

[@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

[@duncanwallace7760]

What a fantastic area of the world you live in!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

It really is

[@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

[@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

[@jeppemichaeljensen2684]

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

[@montanaguy51]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@MrSimonj1970]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for that

[@marlamaier1660]

What a wonderful location! I do love your video!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you very much!

[@aureliomarsili3902]

Wonderful !!!

[@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.

[@stefansandmeier2080]

Stunning scenery, love it!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Many thanks!

[@davidkipperman5218]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@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

[@tomwhite160]

love shots of grass in water!!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

thanks!

[@iank1638]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Many thanks!

[@chromagraphphotoart]

Some stunning Drone photography there Adam!

[@imageswestcanada]

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

[@ytubechannel997]

Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for taking us along.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Our pleasure!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Our pleasure!

[@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!

[@darrencallaway4090]

Fantastic Adam loving these videos

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks 👍

[@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.

[@sstarr1310]

Beautiful! Thank you so much.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you too

[@mhaney1111]

Beautiful scenery there. I also love backpacking and carry the same type of gear as you. At 69 I usually resort to using my cell phone to save weight. Would like to start taking my camera equipment. Would love to know how you carry your camera and pack your photo equipment. Thank you.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for the idea

[@34Media]

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

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks 👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@beckermuns1970]

Absolutely love these videos Adam, thank you :)

[@QuietLightPhoto]

My pleasure!

[@jamespanter4060]

Thanks Adam,another great vidio fantastic place.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

My pleasure!

[@davidpeak1323]

I’m enjoying these videos

[@QuietLightPhoto]

excellent!

[@MaliDaviesPhotography]

Wish I was there. Loved this Adam 👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Cheers, Mali!

[@martinoberstein8431]

PS: I liked the shots of the reed in the water very much, the last one in the first place.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks!

[@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.

[@Flomadion]

Beautiful! What an amazing scenery! Sadly, I probably would be too afraid of bears to camp there. :) Is this a real issue or do they leave people alone? Thx for the video!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Bears are not the issue, other people are ;-)

[@StephenBridgett]

Very inspiring Adam

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, Stephen!

[@JohanNormanssonIntoNature]

Nice as usual, cheers from Sweden.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@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!

[@andybamforth]

Love it

[@BS2Dos]

Elements magazine (10/24) brought me here. 👍👍

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Great, thanks for stopping by

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

More please!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

You bet!

[@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

[@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

[@lubos-ro3hy]

Great ideo and tips

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thank you!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@butch5511]

I've got a small stove like that!