BIG ALGONQUIN CANOE TRIP - DAY 7 - BRING IT ON HOME! (4K)

[@ChrisProuse]

Hi everyone! If you enjoyed following along and watching the trip, please consider sharing the trip's playlist link goo.gl/FThGXh with friends & family online - it's a great way to help support our channel and future trips! Also, we're going to film a Q&A soon, so we're collecting questions now via twitter using the hashtag #askjuliachris if you have anything that you'd like to have answered in the video. Hope everyone's having a great weekend, and thanks for watching - we've got some exciting new adventures coming up soon!! :)

[@jaieatsplants]

Chris Prouse This was awesome! I so look forward to your videos, I’m sharing the whole playlist on Facebook now. How do you film when you are behind Julia and walking? Are you using a go pro or your DSLR? Xoxo

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Dan! :)

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Jai! I'm actually just holding the gimbal upside down and pointing it behind me :)

[@ProfessionalPaintingTips]

Julia & Chris - you are the best canadian 🍁 girls ! 🌺🐰 Hi with Etobicoke!!! 🍁

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@paulspisak5312]

Just sitting in my backyard with a campfire watching your videos and planning a canoe trip .

[@ChrisProuse]

Nice! Sounds like a great way to spend the evening - love planning routes in the park :)

[@warden082]

Thanks Chris (and Julia), another great trip .....can't wait for the next one!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Andrew! We've got another fun outdoor adventure coming up soon! :)

[@christopherchungkc]

My daughter (4yrs old in 2 weeks) loves your videos. We watch one video before bed every night after her bedtime story. That's our routine now. Thanks for inspiring her! She just talks about camping now. Her favourite part is Julia's s'mores :)

[@ChrisProuse]

+christopher chung Aww! We’re so glad to hear! Please tell your daughter that Julia and I say hi, and we wish her all the best on her future camping adventures! We have some fun new outdoor adventures coming up in a little bit that we can’t wait to share :)

[@christopherchungkc]

Chris Prouse :) we'll be looking forward to the future videos! Keep them coming.

[@MySelfReliance]

Such a great trip and as always, some of the best video production on KZbin.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Shawn! That means a lot - love your channel, and that cabin's coming together beautifully! Keep up the great work :)

[@lumberjackoutdoors933]

Agreed!!!

[@brookeoutdoors2674]

I second that!

[@michaelbirks2888]

You guys should do a Joe, Shawn, Chris, Julia trip. Would be a classic video. For fun don’t forget Doug.

[@luisgewehr2112]

Congratulations girls! I loved taking part in this adventure. Thanks!

[@robleigh461]

Really enjoyable series. Channels like yours is why I watch far more KZbin content than I do TV nowadays.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Rob! Glad to hear :)

[@rogercarrico4975]

I watched all the videos from this trip now. So relaxing on a cold winters nights. Sit back and watch the fun you guys had. Love Julia's kitchen! It all looks soooo good!

[@abonante]

Glad you had a great trip, and for bringing us along. It was like I was there with you. Can't wait for the next adventure!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching Anthony! We've got a cool new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@christinajames490]

We (both just shy of 70) visited Ontario (and Canada) for the first time this September. We were determined to spend three complete days in Algonquin Park and to canoe and portage, also for the first time. We managed 1.2k on the longest. Now we've watched this trip of yours, we're coming back. You set a very high standard. Thank you for sharing it. As you say over there: 'Awesome!' We find the creeks the most fun, hauling over beaver dams and fallen log weirs.

[@ChrisProuse]

So glad to hear Christina! Thanks for watching :)

[@Ken-jm9gl]

You have such a good time with your trip never letting the weather get you down. Always enjoying whatever the day brings. Nice! Looking forward to your new adventures.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching Ken! We've got a fun new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@tomjones7232]

Hello Ladies, I love watching your videos. The sound of nature. Seeing two people get along so very well. Everything is a lot of work, but you gals make it all look easy. Most importantly, you all know how to do stuff. Period. Chris, your voice is relaxing, soothing, and reassuring. I love Julia's sense of humor. Honestly? You two, put together, are magic. Please continue with this stuff, you have found a place to be. Very high quality stuff. Thank you! Randy

[@captaineh]

ur vids are really fun to watch,i hv never seen 2 ladies in such good condition,always smiley,u put the lads to shame,ur endurance put them all to shame.keep it up,thank u.

[@robertl5644]

Love your videos! Thanks again... can't wait to see where life will take you next. 😊 Rob

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Rob! We've got a fun new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@TheOgieone]

The quality of your videos are unmatched!...but the passion you girls have for the outdoors and each other is the main reason your channel is about to explode! I rate your channel right up there with Joe Robinet & Shawn James. Keep up the fantastic work girls.

[@ChrisProuse]

+TheOgieone Aww! Thanks so much! That means a lot to us :)

[@mistersmith158]

always amazing thanks girls! I can't wait to see what's next. Keep those smiles coming girls.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching Michael! We've got a fun new outdoor adventure coming up soon! :)

[@mistersmith158]

Awesome; I am holding you to it LOL. Peace and love to you both!

[@iamwhoiam4410]

Awesome video as usual from you two. What more could anyone expect from the best of the best.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank you! :)

[@williamcritcher4755]

You guys are so impressive especially the ease with which you flip that canoe on your shoulders and walk off. Love your videos, great work!

[@dmitri1222]

All of your work is incredibly well prepared and edited.

[@martinoutdoors6941]

Awesome series, I’ve enjoyed every minute, also it has inspired me to start saving for my own canoe so me and the kids can get out and paddle some rivers near us, and maybe the odd overnight camp.👍👍👍😎😎

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Martin! So glad to hear! :)

[@ed_doadt]

You two are the BEST!! Continued success and see you next trip!!

[@ed_doadt]

Page shared!!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Ed! :)

[@dianamccarthy2875]

Congrats on hitting 12k subscribers! Your videos remind me how great it is to be outdoors, rain or shine.

[@ChrisProuse]

+Diana McCarthy Thanks Diana! :)

[@tsavage4185]

Great trip ladies. I hope it was as much fun as it looked to be. I'm really looking forward to this years adventures.

[@algonquinbriar5647]

Another awesome trip. I enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing. All the best to both of you.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much! :)

[@timhill1879]

I must thank you for sharing your adventures, I had a smile on my face throughout all seven episodes. Friends and I have been paddling Algonquin Park's lakes and rivers since the very early '80s and your videos bring back lots of memories. Chris and Julia, you are amazing women and great examples of how to canoe trip wisely and safely. I hope our paths cross in the park one day. If you happen to see three traditional canvas cedar canoes pulled up on shore and accompanied by three old codgers, come on in for a tea and chat. Algonquin Park has changed a lot over the years, not all for the better, in this old tripper's view, but it still my favourite place to dip a paddle. I do hope I can run the Pettawawa from Lake Traverse to Lake McManus once more before I'm too old. The campsite at the gorge after the Natch is breath taking! Keep up the great work, I'm looking forward to seeing your next adventure.

[@ChrisProuse]

Aww! Thanks so much Tim - will do! :)

[@gilligallou]

Thank you for the opportunity to ask you two questions about your experiences in the park. Not entirely sure where to start, I have watched your vid on what to take ,how to pack etc but, I wondered about where to go. With a couple going on their first trip together, one with camping ,canoeing and outdoor experience and one with out ,wanting to have a few days in the park, getting away from the crowds, yet not an epic physical trip. Park access point,direction to head,what lakes etc?? I have gone in at Achray and Brent however it was with a bunch of guys experienced , fit and a lot younger than today, lol 😜😜. We have birding adventures planned for the future, so I want to get some trial trips in, pick some routes based on birding habitat, Warblers mostly, love the Warblers. Thank you for your time, Much appreciate. 🇨🇦🇨🇦👍👍👍😊 PS. Video editing is my next topic for you, steady as it goes building our KZbin channel , Bob V

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Bob! We'll answer that in a little more detail in the upcoming video! :)

[@gilligallou]

Chris Prouse beautiful, thank you.

[@Muzukoo42]

I enjoyed this series immensely, good job.

[@travelmonkey373]

Really well done. I enjoyed your mix of shots, and editing. I've been addicted to a lot of videos of people's camping trips lately, and you both put a lot of hard work into making this better than the norm. Thanks for going that extra mile so we can all enjoy from our arm chairs. ... I hope there is a new 2018 Algonquin series coming. :)

[@gregdeeth5701]

WE made it!!! Well you guys made it, I felt so close and involved in your trip. Can't wait for OUR next trip. 😁 🇨🇦

[@topherjoe1]

Another great trip! Love it , love it, Loved it!

[@davidvermeer560]

Awesome series again! Looking forward to the next one!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks David! :)

[@toolhog10]

Started the first one from recommended videos and ended up watching them all. Excellent series! It reminds me of trips through Quetico a few years back.

[@pilotflyde]

Yeah... Finally. Day7 .. it's a great trip and love your video.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Yanher! Love the PilotFly H2 - is there an H3 coming? Would love to try out whatever's next! :D

[@pilotflyde]

H3 will come at 2018 Recently there will be other models more suitable, I think it is more suitable for your travel video. :)

[@ChrisProuse]

Cool! Keep up the great work, and let me know if you'd like to have it reviewed! :)

[@jmpmusva]

Sunday morning surprise!! Thank You..wonderful video and on a large screen, looks amazing

[@ChrisProuse]

+jmpmusva Thanks so much - glad to hear! :)

[@forgedinfire8137]

Really enjoy watching your journeys together. i hope to show your trips to get my partner to join me on some trips in Algonquin

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching! Glad to hear :)

[@FreakofNature1]

CP has the sickest shades! Well done ladies! Great trip 🙂

[@OutdoorsWithToddP]

Great series of video's ladies. You both are a real inspiration for me. Keep them coming.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Todd! Glad to hear :)

[@jamesdavison8709]

You two gals have a neat show, I really like it. 🛶🌲😊

[@highenergyog]

Im too busy to watch the video right now .. So I'll like it now and watch it later. Only because it's easy to like your videos even before seeing them .

[@ChrisProuse]

Aww! Thanks so much! :)

[@Martin_G]

Wonderful video series! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@sueleon8102]

Amazing videos. You two are awesome. I’d go to a theatre to watch you videos!

[@ChrisProuse]

Aww! Thanks so much Sue! :)

[@brianspencer4220]

Hi Chris: I continue to be impressed by the accomplishments of you two. I know that my days of a portage like that are well over & I've learned to have no regrets only appreciate your work. Thanks Brian 77

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for your kind words Brian! I keep thinking about how fortunate we are to be able to experience it, and I'm sure you feel the same way about that place - you've probably got some great stories to tell! Always love to hear a great story if you have any to share :)

[@MrSnmpsniffer]

Great ending to an awesome week in the woods. Sad that we ahead to wait another year for your next long canoe trip ladies. Beautiful country up there!!!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Sean! We've got a cool new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@philnesmith8635]

We did our second trip to Algonquin last weekend to celebrate our ten year wedding anniversary. Our first trip was a single night out and back to check out drive times etc. (we are in Buffalo NY). Our multi day outing last week was wonderful with a mix of exciting and beautiful weather plus awesome fall colors. Your videos are motivational, inspiring, and educational in addition to being beautiful. The videos are the reason we have made four trips to Canada with our canoe (2x Quebec + the Algonquin trips) this year and are setting the plans for 2018. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us! We hope to cross paths with you and Julia someday in the park.

[@ChrisProuse]

So glad to hear Phil! That's wonderful! Congrats on the ten years, and I hope you have some great trips in 2018! :)

[@trexinvert]

Nice work. I plan to binge watch all episodes during the upcoming holidays. keep on.

[@sylviecanonico4656]

Best portage to end a week's journey. We did it going in and coming out on two different trips. Thank you for making outstanding videos!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Sylvie! It sure is a beautiful trek through there :)

[@joewilshire9095]

Epic journey and great video. Cheers

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Joe! :)

[@michaelcarron3418]

Hot chocolate in thermos would help a lot on the portage trails, Moreno wool socks & cap for the sleeping bag will keep you warm. Rough going on slippery trails, you Gals made it look easy.

[@SumguyinTX]

Great series Chris and Julia!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Pat! :)

[@Sloyfa]

This was absolutely beautiful... I love the way you brought this little series to an end. (The ponytail look was very cool too, BTW!) I can't wait until your next series.... ❤️

[@ChrisProuse]

Aww! Thanks so much! We've got a fun new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@christopherbishop6767]

Great video series! I really look forward to the Algonquin Camping/Canoeing and the photography/editing quality. Just a word of concern: Please be careful on the water - no schedule is worth your life (very much relieved to see the life jackets). Day 6 conditions were pretty bad. When I was younger I made a similar call to go out on the lake and later realized it was the wrong call (actually I figured it out halfway across the lake). You need experience to make the right decisions and usually, you get experience by making bad decisions. I really enjoy your videos nonetheless. Great work.

[@jackcrompton4533]

Great trip enjoyed watching the days events and the cooking julia,nice camera work chris.all the best.jack

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Jack! :)

[@jackcrompton4533]

Chris Prouse a quick question what do you call the carry strap you used on the blue container you both carried on your backs when portageing.coming from the uk ive not seen any of these.regards jack

[@bougnatboy666]

I love watching your happiness girls, it's a good silver lining against this world. I'd love to watch a compilation of all the funny faces of Julia ! She often make me think of a cute anime caracter ... J'ai hâte de découvrir votre prochain périple, vivement la neige ! Bises.

[@ChrisProuse]

Merci / thanks for your kind words! We've got a cool new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@prudhoecommunitychoir6448]

Great videos, your trips inspired us (family including 2 under 12s) to canoe. We recommend launching from Kiosk.. and making it to Gouinlock Lake (v peaceful despite Jeffs map notes saying risk of generator noise).

[@LarryHyett]

Such a great way to lift my spirits on this rainy windy day! Always look forward to your videos Chris.

[@ChrisProuse]

Glad to hear Larry! Hope you're having a great fall season :)

[@aubreymaxam7465]

You guys rock! Loved the trip. Can't wait for your next video!

[@ChrisProuse]

+Aubrey Maxam Thanks for watching Aubrey! We’ve got an exciting new adventure coming up in a little bit! :)

[@aubreymaxam7465]

I'm your fan forever! Love your videos. Look forward to them!

[@jimattrailswehike6295]

Absolutely amazing series! Glad everyone (camera included) was ok and was able to thaw out the next day :) just keep doin what you do ‘cause you do it so well ;) Thank you sincerely for taking us on this awesome trip. You two are the best!

[@jasmineprabhakar4465]

You guys do such a good job with your videos. It really is such a joy to watch your videos. Thank you so much for making these!! ❤️

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Jasmine! :)

[@xnbomb]

That was a great finish to a great trip. It's always nice to show that it is possible to paddle Opeongo (at least, on some days). As I said in my last comment on Day 6, you guys are definitely 'smoothing it' and making it look fun and easy. I do have a couple of tips or suggestions for you, though: Both are related to the food barrel. First is the way you position it in the canoe. Once it is mostly empty, it matters less. But early on, when it is full and heavy, having it upright is going to shift the center of gravity of your canoe a little higher. I dunno if it is enough to matter, but in general the lower you can position things, the more stable the canoe is going to be. So, in the first half of a long trip, when that barrel is still full, it might be a good idea to lay it on its side. I know it is a pain to put it in and take it out that way, but it might save you from dumping on some future occasion. Second, with respect to hanging the barrel: You guys obviously had no trouble with what you did. But the reality is that if you did get any critters who could smell the food in it and were determined to take a crack at it, having it positioned as you did is not going to help much. To thwart a determined bear, the barrel has to be much further from the trunk of the tree ... they can climb, after all. The same goes for the smaller nuisances like raccoons, squirrels, and chipmunks. If the barrel is right next to the trunk, access for them is no problem. So, if you are going to go to the trouble to hang it, it should be off of a sturdy branch and well away from the trunk. I am looking forward to the Q&A and your next adventures!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank you! You're entirely right on both points - we get the comment about the barrel a lot... though we're frequently in & out of the barrel for camera equipment a lot, and to keep snacking on the go when we're tight for time (because I film too much sometimes, lol) so it's just more practical for us to leave it upright. Most of the heavy stuff is at the bottom of it, and the other (heavier) canvas backpack in the bottom of the boat offsets it quite a bit. I come from a competitive rowing background too where the racing shells are much more tippy, so the canoe feels like a barge in comparison. At the time when we put the bear hang up the previous night, we were dealing with mild hypothermia from being out in the cold wind and rain all day... our primary concern was to start warming up asap, and there just weren't many options unfortunately.

[@gilligallou]

fantastic, i'll share as much as possible,, looking forward to the Q&A, mostly about video editing though HA! :0) great job again with the entire trip and video series. We look forward to future adventures.,, Bob,

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks so much Bob - we really appreciate it! I forgot to mention, the Q&A is going to be part of a recorded video (ie, not live), so please feel free to ask any questions you'd like to have answered for the video now if you wish :)

[@marwinlopez]

No i'm not sad that the series is over, who said that? :[ Great video as always I'll be eagerly waiting for the next video!!

[@ChrisProuse]

Haha, thanks! :)

[@manuelcalleja92]

Excellent series Chris and Julia. Your hard work is appreciated :) Looking forward to your next adventure series. Maybe do a west-east Algonquin canoe trip for your next Algonquin series, similar to what Joe Robinet and Doug Outside did a few weeks ago 🤔

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Manuel! We actually crossed the park from west to east a few years ago, over 8 days ( you can find our route here on Instagram: instagram.com/p/BIrPmT8hgZR ). We had a blast, and I'd love to do it again! :)

[@highenergyog]

Well ! I just found the time to watch your video , With out a doubt this has the one of the nicest feel good videos that you two have put out . Thanks again for sharing , and I just realized at the end of your video that it was the last in a series of 7 . Well I'm off on another 3 hour bike ride so when I get back home I'll be watching this series from the beginning.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank you so much! Hope you have a great ride! :)

[@highenergyog]

Chris Prouse Thank you , I just made it home through quite a windy and wet storm , I lost 18 out of my 27 gears along the way but the wind at my back made it quite easy . Ok ! Now off I go to watch the first video in the series.

[@ChrisProuse]

Nice - sounds like an awesome ride! Hope you enjoy watching them! :)

[@berasev]

A documentary full of adventure. Thank you for sharing Chris...

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching Bera! :)

[@Adorn2342]

I enjoyed watching the series. What trip do you have planned next?

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks James! SLK ;)

[@SylvianeFARMERCHICK]

Your vids brighten up my day ! Love watching you two!

[@SylvianeFARMERCHICK]

Would you ever consider leading a group out canoeing ?

[@matthewmurray1182]

looking back at this in December makes me want it to be summer

[@waknight55]

Great series, enjoyed very much. Are you going to do any winter camping?

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Andy! Yep - we hope to do a few! :)

[@ericmarois2844]

Bravo you guys very nice trip and videos 👍cool

[@peachwedding]

Beautiful! Love it!!

[@ChrisProuse]

+peachwedding Thank you! :)

[@DIYCameraGuy]

I just stumbled upon your channel and watched this series. You are quit a good filmmaker. Thank you for sharing a little of you life.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank you! Btw, your channel's really cool! :)

[@DIYCameraGuy]

Thanks, I'm in the process of shifting the focus of the channel. I want to help creators understand how to best support their creativity. Our brains are amazing but we can be our own worst enemies when it comes to creating our best art.

[@BrianFisher]

Great video! Do those sea/float planes belong to the park? I remember getting a photo of one landing near our campsite on a disposable camera about 15 years ago!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Brian! Yep! Nice - yeah, I keep wishing they'd land nearby, or do a fly-over while we're canoeing :)

[@tommieb14257]

GREAT video, as always. Enjoy your trips and stories. Love Opeongo, do a solo there every fall. Nice to see PFD's on. Ted B

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Ted! Phenomenal lake with lots to explore - I can definitely see why you'd want to keep revisiting it :)

[@juliaprouse9668]

What a wonderful trip!

[@bigbear3505]

well chris ... i just can not believe it that you made it safe ...and me i though the canoe it was yours but soon i seen that end of this video it was a rental ...but i was amage that both of you longest portage the one she fell .. i was worry but thank god she is ok .. both of you are so strong very good shape to carry all that in 1 shot .. i m so proud of both you ...but me i think i love you both ..but oh well i guess i m to old lol ... anyway wtg ladies .. you did very awesome video ..take care and i hope you make more video in 2018 this year ...

[@frankkuhnle7408]

You 2 Rock´s great trip...:-)

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Frank! :)

[@brookeoutdoors2674]

Once again another awesome video! So sad to see this series come to an end... I guess this means we have to wait until next year for another series eh? 😰

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Brooke - we've got a fun new adventure coming up soon! :)

[@brookeoutdoors2674]

Ahh!! That makes me so excited. Looking forward to watching your next adventure :)

[@aaronallred6559]

I can always come back to these videos to lighten up my day. ^_^

[@sukmaisrime]

Wow, this video is so smooth! What camera/tools do you use?

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Sukma! This was filmed with a GX85 on a PilotFly H2 3-axis gimbal :)

[@awolmallorca6327]

Finally, been eagerly awaiting this one. Great series

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks for watching! We've got a cool new outdoor adventure coming up in a little bit :)

[@awolmallorca6327]

Look forward to seeing it

[@yesealex]

Impressive as always!

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Alexander! :)

[@maco1713]

That was a perfect trip girls! :-)

[@jrgenfriborg3508]

Well Don. Hard work i see. Nice video.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Jørgen! :)

[@joesouting]

Love the video. I would love to do canoe trip in Algonquin

[@ChrisProuse]

Glad to hear - you should go for it! :)

[@billyrock8305]

Great video and music selection! Do you use a GoPro?

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Billy! :) I used a GoPro for a little bit during some of the rain on day 6 of the trip ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/eafKo4Jrp6d2l6M ), though the majority of these videos are filmed with a Panasonic GX85 on a PilotFly H2 gimbal. If you'd like to know more about my filming rig, I talk more about it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m53boaypqrihjdE

[@kdarby7535]

Great footage ....

[@sageleeone]

!!!! Mega Hearts!

[@ChrisProuse]

+Sage One Thanks Sage! :)

[@sookie1695]

Thank you for some Great video of all your trips, happy to see both of you are safe. I do have a short video if you guy's like to look at it, first one I did not much.

[@ChrisProuse]

+Sookie Thanks Sookie! Cool, will check it out! :)

[@PinetreeLine]

Awesome trip ladies!! Enjoyed the whole series. When are you guys going to visit my neck of the woods, North and canoe the many lakes of the beautiful Killarney? Thanks, Doug

[@ChrisProuse]

+Pinetree Line Outdoors Thanks Doug! Killarney is actually high on the list of places to explore - the views look amazing! :)

[@PinetreeLine]

Chris Prouse Awesome!! You guys will not be disappointed. With your cinematic skills you can present like no one has. Thanks!!

[@treverpruyt5375]

I've watched your trip and it looks great. I did a trip 20 years ago to just lake Opeongo. I'm currently planning a follow up this year. What time of year were you there? looks like you had some good weather and some chilly.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Trever! This trip was filmed during the last week of May I believe - if the temps are nice, it's a great time to go right before the bugs arrive in early June :)

[@treverpruyt5375]

@@ChrisProuse Thanks for the reply! Thats great news. One of my dates for this year is to go the last week in May(7-8 nights). I'd really like to try to get up to Lake Crow and then backtrack back down to Opeongo. We're not quite the portage masters like you guys! thanks for the great videos.

[@大悲哥謎樣]

so beautiful 👍 ROMANTIC & DARING

[@ChrisProuse]

+楊木易 Thank you! :)

[@JasonIrwinTumblehome]

Excellent... love the attention to production. May I ask what cameras you are using? I am mulling over an upgrade.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank you! This was filmed with a Panasonic GX85, on a PilotFly H2 gimbal, along with Pany's 12-60mm f3.5-5.6 lens in most cases, and an older adapted 50mm f1.8 Nikon lens on a speedbooster during some of the low-light night shots. You can find out more about my filming rig in this vid here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m53boaypqrihjdE The GX85's definitely a great value for the price, and it's a pretty nimble little camera... though it does tend to blow the highlights, the IBIS can be a little jellowy at times when walking without a gimbal, and filming in 4K eats through batteries / memory cards really quickly. If you have more in the budget, I'd probably recommend going with a GH5, just because it fixes the first two issues. Both cameras would be great options for filming in 4K, though if you prefer to keep your file sizes down by filming in 1080p, I'd probably recommend going with something like a Canon 80D, which has a more dependable phase-detect autofocusing system. Hope this helps, and keep up the great work - your vids are fantastic! :)

[@JasonIrwinTumblehome]

thanks a bunch!... I am checking out these options as your vids play in the background

[@kevinbungles]

Well done you guys awesome

[@ChrisProuse]

Thanks Kevin! :)

[@JanisVeide]

Hey! Awesome trip. Are you still using the Panasonic GX85? :)

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank Janis - yep! :)

[@tripho7159]

Wonderful video!

[@MarkHoltze]

Chris, great stuff sincerely.

[@ChrisProuse]

Thank Mark! You've got a great channel too - just subscribed for more! :)

[@MsPrincesspaulina]

Great job!

[@truenorth365]

Awesome finale Chris!

[@ChrisProuse]

+Magnus Persson Thanks so much Magnus! Hope all’s well in Sweden :)

[@truenorth365]

Sure is! The autumn wind, rain and frosty mornings is upon us now. ;-) Will be start doing backpacking stuff this winter, a bit excited over that. Hope all is well in Canada!

[@TressaZimmerman]

Wow that was a Heck if a paddle at the end. How long did it take after the postage? Great stuff

[@geoffmaxwell4461]

Good morning! I don't know if you'll see this, but I'm curious how often you see bears and/or wolves while you're backcountry camping? Have they been a concern for you?