Camping On Tiny Jagged Island

Headed out for another solo adventure at the tiniest (and most treacherous) island yet! Been eyeing this island up for awhile and have been very eager to conquer it, despite all the uncertainty...
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[@jeffbeerkens5286]

One thing you should always pack is some 50/50 cord or something to pull everything up instead of the struggle you had.

[@WesWherever]

I agree, definitely a good lesson learned!!

[@jeffbeerkens5286]

@@WesWherever very cool looking experience awsome video👌🏼

[@monkcheetah8203]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@jonas6386]

Cord is good for more things than pulling things up: it can be used for temporarily repairing things, building things and tying things to the kayak, as well as attaching the kayak to a tree or something.

[@alejandromoralesgonz]

Was going to write exactly that

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

It's a good defensive position. Those park rangers don't stand a chance.👍

[@WesWherever]

Right?? Definitely have the upper hand with this one 😂😂

[@jonsymmonds1120]

This guy is so under-rated! He is incredible with what he does! You are awesome Wes!

[@WesWherever]

Thanks again Jon, that really means a lot!!

[@starmhz1]

I like the way you name the plants and the birds whenever you make your videos. It's very helpful. Thank you

[@WesWherever]

Glad you appreciate it :)

[@aaronpotter7025]

If my gear fell I would have yelled, "ARE YOU SH*TTING ME!" I applaud you for your patience.

[@skateboardingjesus4006]

Beautiful little spot. Remember, it takes far less effort to tie a rope around your haul and pull it up.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks, I’m never going to skip out on bringing rope ever again. Lesson learned for sure 🫡

[@skateboardingjesus4006]

@@WesWherever I learned the hard way too. I nearly suffered death by rapidly descending camping stove, while scaling a particularly steep cliff here in Ireland once. A blue blur, then it was gone. I know it was a good day, because I didn't unintentionally follow it.

[@WesWherever]

Wow that sounds seriously close… definitely a valuable lesson

[@milesbrown8016]

Really good. And just being alone with nature 🏕️

[@brandonblanco794]

It's beautiful to see mount tam in the background!!!!

[@WesWherever]

Agreed!! ⛰️😍

[@josephmartin1540]

Perhaps carry some paracord or other rope? You could lower stuff down that way. Put a carbine on the bundles, run 2x needed cord though, release an end when the job is done and pull the cord up for the next load. But, I've no idea the weight of the kayak. Might need a handle for the cord? Just thinking out loud. Loved the video.

[@thestealthycamper412]

Now that’s what I call working hard for content! Appreciate the hard work you be putting into the videos to bring continuous content for us Wes!! Loving the consistency 🔥🔥

[@WesWherever]

Thanks again, Mitchel that means a lot… trying my best to bring good content to the people 🫡

[@thestealthycamper412]

@@WesWherever *KEEP AT IT MAN!!!* 💯💯

[@Charlie-Charlie-Charlie]

10:14. Notice the paddleboarder? Paddleboarder: "Hey, sir. You could have launched your kayak a few feet back. Have a nice day."

[@johnbrow284]

Cool! Sometimes I also like to go far far away ... from problems, boredom, routine, people :) Even bread tastes different( and much better) when you eat it Not at home )

[@WesWherever]

Definitely, it’s great to get out and decompress. I always come back refreshed and almost giddy after a good adventure :) Thanks for watching!

[@luizantonio9076]

I had forgotten about this video. It's good that now I'm up to date with all the videos on this channel. Have a nice day, from Brazil.

[@WheresTex]

Loving the videos. Just wish they were longer! Keep it up brother.

[@2e0wmghamradioandkayaking85]

I’ve just stumbled across your channel, great stuff. Exactly the sort of thing I love doing. Here on the East coast of England I am blessed with lots of little creeks and islands to explore and I combine my passions of kayaking and ham radio, and of course videoing it for KZbin. Looking forward to watching your future adventures Wes. Cheers Kevan

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Kevan, sounds fun combining ham radio & kayaking! Not quite the same, but I do always carry a marine radio when kayaking to contact the coast guard in the event of an emergency. Glad you are enjoying the content… I’m trying to provide some value & positivity, so I’m happy people like you are finding the vids. Cheers!

[@gileswhitaker9656]

Great video! Amazing job showing your struggles. Doing it is hard enough, filming it as well, doubly so!

[@jaychoirenderender]

Keep on doing what you're doing! Thank you for taking me along, the channel will blow, Im sure

[@WesWherever]

That means a lot... thanks for coming along! I admire your animation skills btw, keep up the good work 💪

[@petermartin8756]

You made such hard work of getting your kit up because you didn’t take a roll of parachord! I like the concept of setting up camp on a small island

[@WezleyB]

Nice one.. That looked like a hard climb. 👍 I wish it was a little bit warmer up here so I could go out and do Wes type things.. just a few more weeks and the Canadian Pacific Northwest will be habitable again...👍

[@WesWherever]

Thanks again Wes… it will be warmer soon enough for you! PNW whether Canada or the states is such a beautiful area and definitely suitable for Wes type things 🏕️👍

[@martinstuvland8620]

Man, that looked beautiful! Such a cool experience. Glad to come along with you. And just the right amount of footage to feel like we got to experience the whole the whole trip. Despite it only being 11 minutes! Well edited.

[@cHilLy-chEEzdAWg]

What a picturesque intro!

[@thejman36]

"Oh my goodness, I almost fell," is like the most nonchalant thing to say when you nearly plunge 20 feet. I'd be rattling off expletives like a sailor.

[@goldenshark3182]

Saw Mt Tamalpais in the background and instantly recognized the North Bay, or San Pablo Bay to be precise. I’m assuming the State Park you were next to was China Camp in Marin County.

[@elloelle]

i was kayaking past this last year and i wanted to land on it so bad but i didnt have time, so cool to see you exploring it!

[@WesWherever]

It really is a beautiful place to paddle! Glad you could get to know what it's like with the video 😉 Thanks for watching!!

[@shotbychristo]

Good sharing. The effort always gives you plenty of pleasure.

[@WesWherever]

Very true, love earning the right to camp somewhere! Almost doesn't feel right if it's too easy.

[@cdiddy609]

Glad the geese neighbors were kind even though they woke you up. So a beautiful view. I like these little islands you visit, bc they're similar but definitely not the same. So cool. I agree with the other comments, you need to bring some rope or something for lifting things up to the top. Looking forward to the next video 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@marthaisings2981]

I admire your great attitude and perseverance! That was super annoying and you never lost your temper. Quite the fun adventure and you have some serious kayaking skills.😊

[@drummindreams]

Love the videos! As a suggestion, invest in the solo stove mesa or mesa xl. I have both stoves and they both are great. Mesa xl gives you more room to feed your fire and fairly small!

[@WesWherever]

Thanks, I will look into those!!

[@bobz2463]

Your vid’s are awesome Wes… hope to see more soon

[@alpenglow4243]

Looks a like the Richmond Bridge off in the distance. I have a pretty good idea where this is.

[@TwoFeetOutdoors]

The algorithm suggested this video. I like your videos and decided to subscribe. I'm always concerned about the legalities of camping in spots and negative reactions but seems very positive especially looking at the number of views on this video. Great job creating suspense!

[@WesWherever]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed! 😊 I haven’t had any trouble yet, and nearly all my spots are not exactly designated camp sites by any means. I guess each success inspires a bit more confidence for the next time, although I still realize it’s always a risk 🤞

[@DazSpaz47]

Any idea what made what looks like trails on that little island? Any shell piles or signs of otters? Edit to add...NVM...commented before i saw the goose brigade.

[@MrVision2none]

This channel is under- rated🥰

[@penbucket]

Pretty wild you found a survey marker up there. What an awesome little spot.

[@JahMaan974]

Perfect spot 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@SimoneSilva-bi1qb]

Awesome video my friend ❤️🥰👏👏👏👏

[@mikecrawford7352]

I just stumbled across your video, just the type of thing I like to watch. I subscribed. You got a lot of gear in that boat. I would like to hear about your Kayak and see how you fit it all your gear in your kayak. I camped once on Saddlebag Island in Washington state. Got there by power boat and kayaked around the island. Really enjoyed time on the island. I enjoy lake and mild river kayaking.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Mike, glad you enjoyed! Thanks for your suggestion, I will plan a video to showcase the gear/kayak setup. Washington seems like a great destination for paddling & camping… definitely on my bucket list!!

[@harryopitz3239]

Wow the effort you put in. I really enjoy your overnight adventures.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Harry, definitely try my best to make it happen no matter what!! Glad you've been enjoying 🏕️

[@cathpeterson1944]

I would have chickened out to climb that small island, spectacular views

[@naurekk]

Binging your videos and I'm loving this one. What a cool/dangerous/somehow cozy island.

[@stevemalibu99]

I’ve looked at that spot for 30 years and wondered.....hmmm. cool video.

[@WesWherever]

Wonder no longer!! :) Glad we could give this iconic spot some recognition… thanks for watching, Steve!

[@Twobarpsi]

Investing in this channel's subs at 11k...looking to see 2 million in the future.

[@WesWherever]

We'll see, hahaha sounds like a dream!! Appreciate your investment, hope you get some entertainment out of it! 😊

[@Twobarpsi]

@@WesWherever I subscribe to a lot of outdoor adventure channels, and you have a very unique presentation. I easily see your channel taking off here. Your NYC island video is how I found you. That video will probably go super viral!

[@cryptohitlist9324]

Hat's off to you for embarking on these adventures!

[@gregorymcfarland8413]

Awesome spot nice adventure, you could have sure used 100ft of paracord.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Greg, yeah I certainly learned a good lesson about carrying rope 👍👍

[@fnln544]

Great trip on your own island…at least for a night. Thanks!

[@hayleystill1004]

Man, I would love to go on a camping adventure with you. I have lots of ideas for spots when you’re back on the west coast. Love your videos ❤

[@WesWherever]

Appreciate it :) Starting to get homesick... looking forward to being back in the bay!!

[@Jamey-h3e]

Thanks for sharing your adventures! There is an object at 6:20 in the center of the shot. I'm not quite sure what that is. Regards.

[@WesWherever]

It is hard to make out, but it is my camp chair, table and gear. Thanks for watching!

[@Namastrilha_ï3]

Muito bom, principalmente a parte das panelas despencando 😂😂 Faz parte da aventura, gostei muito 😂😎 Enfim, um vídeo diferente, já estou animada pra procurar uma ilha 👏👏😎🏕🇧🇷

[@ml.2770]

8:56 I could distinctly see the goose president of the HOA was this close to going full Karen on you to get off his island property.

[@WesWherever]

LOL

[@opethian8512]

That was such a cool spot dude! Like something from a video game lol. I have to go back now and watch your other videos haha

[@WesWherever]

Thanks man, yeah these adventures can feel like a real life video game!! I always liked adventure games, and now it's like I'm living them out for real lol. Hope you enjoy the rest of them! 😊

[@JeffreyWilstone]

The fire 🔥 always makes camping fun

[@WesWherever]

Agreed!! 🔥🔥

[@seancashin6135]

Hi, great vid. What model is your Patagonia daysack, please?

[@WilliamsPinch]

I was cheering out loud for you to push the kayak 😂 felt like a win for me too as I lay on the couch

[@WesWherever]

We're in it together!! Thanks for the armchair encouragement haha

[@claycooper5260]

Wes man - let me just say - you're a real cool guy and I love watching all your videos. Keep up the great work man. Please do tell us about your tech equip list as I'm always looking or tips and tricks about how other YT Creators produce their work too.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Clay, that means a lot. I am planning on doing a whole equipment setup video soon, so that should explain everything you need to know!

[@speedysteve9121]

What jolly fun. I used to enjoy camping. Kayaking requires a good shower.

[@fyrenset]

It's giving Skyrim Sea of Ghosts west of Solitude

[@johandeklein5253]

to risky, to get on top of that island, great video and area you are in.

[@WesWherever]

Yeah, I will definitely bring rope next time to make it easier!!

[@gravityjunkie47]

Hey Wes, it was great to see you out there. Hit me up if you want pointers on kayak camping at Tomales Bay.

[@WesWherever]

Sounds good, I will reach out 👍👍 Looking forward to Tomales Bay

[@krisberntzen]

How is it an actual path on top of that little island! Most inhabitants must be birds of some sort, or?

[@danclark9522]

One inch climbing webbing will support body weight and allow you to haul and packs down very small. Also watching you trying to haul a soft cooler , pots and other gear I would suggest a medium size super packable backpack.. finally super inspiring and it might just get me off my lazy ass

[@WesWherever]

Very true, hindsight really was 20/20 with this one!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure and found it inspiring... that means a lot 😊

[@merk9569]

I was amazed by the female paddle boarder just casually headed into the ripples. Looked like a lot of current.

[@williambohannon8657]

Thanks for sharing brother

[@WesWherever]

Thank YOU for watching!! 😊

[@dustinqueen426]

What kinda water boots are you using !!!!?

[@dbzkidkev2]

How do you normally find these places? like do you normally look up to see if someone owns it?

[@WesWherever]

I try to research if possible, but sometimes I simply find it and go for it

[@richhhhhh4720]

How did the camara get the the bottom of the island before you did? 😂

[@muffinman2889]

Nice touches 👌 with name things very informative 😎

[@stephentepper976]

I had big tree house as a kid and would haul everything up with a rope tied to a basket. You don’t have rope?

[@WesWherever]

Neat, I too had a tree house and would haul everything up with rope tied to a basket. No, I didn’t have rope this trip. Will I have rope in future trips? Absolutely! Lesson learned 😩

[@yamrider6448]

Awesome spot man, thanks for sharing

[@WesWherever]

No problem bro, thanks for watching!

[@jmodic]

This is awesome. Where is this island?

[@WesWherever]

San Francisco Bay

[@h2u910]

Really enjoyed the video. Your serious face when first disembarking onto the Island, reminded me of Nacho Libre. Please keep them coming

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Drew, haven’t seen that movie in a minute… maybe it’s time to rewatch it 😂

[@ajf5823]

I cringed as you dragged your kayak over the rocks 😮. Your determination is incredible. Thank goodness it wasn’t windy

[@carboncubss]

As others stated, some rope would be very handy (para cord) not only in this video but others you have posted. Please be safe my man, as the more you do these type of camps the more confident you become. That is when mistakes can happen. I enjoy your videos and love that you are willing to go the extra mile to get something done in a camp, but your health is your wealth brother. You need a step 2 after that process of getting up on top of the little island.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks, rope is definitely invaluable! I will try to always tread carefully and not underestimate the dangers, your comment really reminded me of that again. And definitely, a step 2 was thoroughly enjoyed after that struggle 😉

[@williameisenberg1999]

Love this adventure!

[@CyrilledN]

Nice, looks like Rat Rock island across China Champ ;)

[@WesWherever]

🤫😉

[@cfdaredevil96]

One word. Rope!

[@WesWherever]

Hindsight is 20/20!!

[@VincePietro]

Love these videos!

[@mattbenson2607]

Another great spot!

[@WestinOZ]

Looks like a nice spot. 🏝🦆🦭⛺

[@WesWherever]

Indeed!! 🏝️👍

[@davidchosewood647]

Looked like there was a small path where you camped. Other people or animals? Cool place.

[@WesWherever]

I think both perhaps 🤔 I was pleasantly surprised at how walkable it was up top

[@davidchosewood647]

@@WesWherever be a good place for some night fishing. I like to find places like that, find a good jazz concert or maybe a radio play on public radio and set my line. 👍

[@WesWherever]

@davidchosewood647 Very true! That sounds like a perfect night 🌙🎣

[@davidchosewood647]

@@WesWherever I've got a combination radio/lantern. Use those battery operated night bobbers with lights. Minnows or goldfish for bait. Just strung up my rods. Ready to go.

[@davidchosewood647]

@@WesWherever Oh yeah 👍

[@KhurshidsChannel]

nice adventure. thank you for sharing

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Khurshid, glad you enjoyed 😊

[@madeline-onassis]

you are a strong paddler!

[@Artoconnell]

quartz, decomposing limestone, maybe granite? gold bearing area?

[@WesWherever]

Perhaps 🤔

[@Artoconnell]

@@WesWherever Gold panning has a niche audience on here. maybe drag a pan along and give it a try.?

[@WesWherever]

I might have to give that a try!!

[@andrewhutchinson8025]

Did i hear you say California?? If so pardon my ignorance but doesn't it worry you kayaking in sea where they are great white sharks around and i saw a seal so they're are probably a big prey area where your video was shot .Its not the rare deliberate predation that id be concerned about more the likely mistaken for its favourite prey the seal . Like i said pardon my ignorance but im from England UK so we dont have any experience with great white sharks or other man-eaters really . Anyway loved the vid and that looked a beautiful place to camp, also love the off the beaten path adventure as well. And greetings from North East England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿UK 🇬🇧👍.

[@stevew8513]

"Trying not to draw too much attention to myself", then proceeds to light a bright fire at night. Subtle.

[@kovenant7]

Maybe next time you can bring a rope bag. And a long rope

[@WesWherever]

Very true… definitely learned a good lesson this trip!

[@johnkilty1419]

San Quentin? The town?

[@WesWherever]

Very close! Between SR & SV 😉

[@hinghamkarate]

Where is this island?

[@SchuckTales]

Did you find the geocache while you were there? GC3Q7FB

[@guaporeturns9472]

Why not just seal up your kayak , scramble up the rocks and then pull it up to you with a nylon/hemp line?

[@WesWherever]

I know, I definitely should have brought rope 😭 Good lesson to learn tho

[@lshirley5601]

🌵maybe a camper should carry some rope. good spot to camp ✌

[@jarmanjjj]

OMG, I thought you lost your weed, nope, titanium cookpot. 😅

[@tyslife4001]

U make good content man.

[@WesWherever]

Thanks so much, Ty!! Glad you are enjoying 🏕️

[@rosxmba2000]

Where is this at?

[@WesWherever]

San Francisco Bay

[@bensmith4563]

Farallon island next

[@jacqueline7118]

What a cool camping spot! Enjoyed this video, may have to binge watch your others on the weekend! Thanks for sharing and keep filming. :) You have a great camera presence and excellent content, you'll be going places with this channel!

[@WesWherever]

Thanks Jacqueline, really glad you enjoyed!! I appreciate your kind words & encouragement :)

[@nickalderson4563]

Couldn't you have PULLED everything up instead of pushing it ? And put all the small things in a bag and pulled that up?

[@marsa74]

A perfect place if you are chased by an angry white shark 😊

[@petergilligan4803]

Rope ... I almost never go camping without rope.

[@stevetoth5546]

someone called Sisaphus?

[@NicStage]

Hey, look: It's China Camp. :)

[@PUTDEVICE]

nice little island

[@WesWherever]

I wanna go back already 🏝️😍😍