Camping with a Stranger . . . Hunting for Golden Trout!

Met up with a stranger named Scott for a camping trip. Hiked into the Eastern Sierras to some high mountain lakes.
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[@Sheety33]

Had a blast! Let’s do it again real soon!🤙🏻

[@bluefish_1242]

Yoooo wassup mans

[@tylerveal9814]

What’s going on stranger😂

[@Pap3rPlanesss]

See you out there in the NF stranger! I enjoy the hike in fishing adventures

[@crowlife1180]

You seem like a real nice dude to hang with. As a pretty sensitive person I love how you "soak" that view in. I hope I'll See you again with Matts sometime.

[@BlocksofFlames]

Nice collab

[@kazumibear6683]

When Matts whispers before casting his line he reminds me of Elmer Fudd, "Be vewy vewy quiet we're hunting wabbits" 🤣

[@TidusTheGame]

That opening conversation sounded like a craigslist personals meetup.

[@badmonkey0001]

When you make pine needle tea, pick them from the tree higher than two or three feet or wash the needles thoroughly. You don't want to mix scent markings or animal piss into your tea.

[@deereyez8903]

🤣🤣🤣

[@geoffreyu.8857]

Flavors.

[@kristopherreyes8638]

🤣🤣

[@---Blue]

real experts know it's actually the animal piss that is the real flavour component

[@getmeoutofsanfrancisco9917]

It builds character. Lol

[@NWFishingSecrets]

RIP Kastmasters.... Beautiful trip 🏔 🏕 And it was definitely a Himalayan Golden Brook

[@markozchang]

Take matt to your trips

[@jakeemup9303]

You should have him try out a bullet lure 😏

[@TomG.89]

Had a feeling you would know lol

[@monte6054]

Clearly a Brook Trout, not weed.

[@jirredvang901]

It's a brook. Love the backpacking videos

[@FishermansLife]

When I agreed to camp and fish with Scott, I had no idea he had a camping KZbin Channel. Check him out here: kzbin.info

[@imathreat209]

You should post/link all your backpack gear

[@TeamDreg]

I found his channel during quarantine on my recommended videos of yours. He’s got some real good videos.

[@flclub54]

Would love to see a camping/fishing trip with the wife. Or some content with women fisherman...

[@timothytrotter1865]

Those were wild brook trout my man..

[@firekeeper09]

The black white and red fins are dead giveaway they were brookies

[@hugh.munguzs]

I've been seeing his production quality get better and better over the years. This guy needs his own Netflix series. If he can do all this production himself, imagine what he could do with a team.

[@johnc6228]

You are absolutely right. Think of a Discovery Channel series with a director and camera crew of 7 following him and a post production crew of 68 to 126. Isn't this video just as good?

[@Sam-kf7or]

This one has some nice edits

[@TheMaisonets]

I want a Fishermen’s Life Netflix series!!

[@AngelGarcia-jz5qg]

That would be dope but i feel like quality production for N-Series will take forever; im talking a season every year and a half/two years. Especially with leisure fishing like this. Have you seen meat eater? the newest season took forever to put out.

[@outabody381]

Agreed but keep them out of it so he can do what he does best.

[@chugnorris8516]

When he was looking at the mountain, I thought he was taking a piss hahaha

[@davec3651]

13:23 Lol yeah me too. "Hoo! Feelin' it" *loud sound of rushing fluid *

[@sbreezy0120]

Keep the freshwater videos coming! love being able to live vicariously through these videos of yours

[@VacationChris]

Wait... Had to pause... That awkward meeting tho😂😂😭!!! This is gonna be Great!!!

[@oldfrend]

ahah like two toddlers eyeing each other from across the sand pit XD

[@VacationChris]

@@oldfrend 🤣😂 exactly like some toddlers🎯

[@ernestguerrero6317]

Great collaboration. I have been a subscriber to Sheety33 almost as long as Fisherman's Life. It was strange yet enjoying to see you two get together. Thanks Matt for all your effort.

[@Cooper1]

I could feel how magic that place was through your words. Another stellar video. Thanks!

[@beyondcaliforniafishing3729]

Fisherman’s life back with another banger

[@banqq4135]

Lmao daneil trying to get his comment liked by Matt’s

[@banqq4135]

How did I find your comment lmao

[@beyondcaliforniafishing3729]

@@banqq4135 bruh wtf lol

[@LegitElf123]

Oh yeah! Something about trout videos that just hit different. Love the sea ones too !

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

@ 13:55 I thought we was gonna have us a Low-O2-Emo moment. 😆😂🤣 Such an awesome vid Matt!!

[@WetBandits69420]

you should remember to bring bobber and flies on the high alpine lakes.

[@Syzygy77]

Yes I love the bubble and fly rig.

[@austinw.1703]

How do you normally fish it? Sit and wait or do you give it some action?

[@Josh-bf6ht]

@@austinw.1703 when I fish leeches I usually reel let it sit, then repeat. Change up how much and how fast you reel based on what works. I caught a bunch of trout like this on wet flies today

[@timbillings6884]

Flyrod and fly's!!!

[@richfisherman2664]

@@austinw.1703 a little action

[@mitchellvang2691]

0:54 That is probably the most awkward/meet up intro ever 😆😆😆

[@DWESENTERPRISE]

He's actually pretty awkward... Or at least that's what I get from his videos when he's around people he doesn't know. Like he's ok on camera by himself or in his zone lol

[@Sheety33]

🤣🤠

[@kielanlemoine-kowalski3628]

@@Sheety33 What was your impression of him?

[@kenneth198]

Wtf! Haven't watch this channel in years and now you have a million subscribers. Well done!

[@fernandoelizarraraz8503]

He’s back to what got me hooked to his videos.

[@xxrevohxx4191]

“You know someone trails around here”? Uh.. kinda. “Whatever I’m down” 😂 iconic

[@NickKrige]

Just needed a "Did we just become best friends?" to complete the scene

[@Sheety33]

🤣

[@4josiah4]

There can only be one!!! 🤣🤣

[@rollastoney]

Trout are the most beautiful fish. Those were brook trout. Once you see a golden, you’ll know it’s a golden. Very beautiful fish.

[@taylorgladeau7492]

Colorful ones were males and other ones females

[@ryanwaege7251]

Rainbows are beautiful here in the Midwest but my favorite local fish are Crappie!

[@xxblunted_fishxx1665]

You're totally right...I've caught some really nice colored Brooks over there ...but when you see that golden one ....beautiful

[@snakeriverfisher]

yeah, brookies, 3 or 4 of those even 6, roll in corn meal or corn meal/flour mix, and fry, nice meal,. You need to toughen up some young man.

[@natelane588]

Yep. Light spots are always brook trout, which are actually a species of char and not proper trout at all.

[@Dirtay427]

Those are brook trout the California golden is easily identifiable because it has a reddish gold Gill plate and a same color wide stripe down the side of the fish

[@Dirtay427]

@Homeless Forstr I personally have never managed to catch one only seen them in photographs. up here in Northern California on Western Sierras they're a little bit more difficult to get to. only fish im missing left on the California Heritage trout challenge and a Loathion cutthroat

[@turkey2003]

@Homeless Forstr Me and my brother used to catch Golden trout up to 2 lbs in lakes that were 3 or 4 days hike. That was almost 20 yrs ago. I wonder if they are still there.

[@turkey2003]

@Homeless Forstr also we would find that Goldens would "dissappear" in some lakes and then a a few years later there would be big 2lbs there in abundance. So maybe your lakes still have them, just in low levels for the time being. Their numbers seem to fluctuate wildly.

[@fishingadventuresinjapan2324]

Awesome episode! such a beautiful scenery! butter and whispering lol

[@iflanzy]

21:25 Yes, that's a brook trout. As well as all the other fish you caught. Straight up brook trout.

[@Dirtay427]

Love to see somebody who knows what they're talking about Golden's are identifiable because of the red Gill plate and similar color stripe down the side of the fish

[@iflanzy]

@@Dirtay427 I just don't get how someone who goes on a fishing trip doesn't research the fish they're trying to catch as well as bycatches. It's pretty easy to figure out what the very few species of trout up there look like. Unless we get into all the subspecies of cutthroat, of course...

[@tmorrison1983]

@@iflanzy Engagement is an important metric on KZbin. He may have intentionally wanted his audience to answer in the comments to boost this video's popularity.

[@willp9301]

@@iflanzy wow chill dude lol its not that serious man

[@iflanzy]

@@willp9301 ?

[@unmeaninglessly143]

Really loving your sneaky/quiet moment there. It was hilarious! Kinda sad we didnt get any cooking for this trip. Still a good video!

[@joshualaureano7062]

"Alright. So when you get here we gotta synchronize our car doors opening. Trust me, it'll look really cool"

[@billbosagginz740]

Dats some stoner shi

[@RjKME]

"wait 3 seconds before getting out so we're not doing it faster than each other"

[@Eeleibbor]

Naw they actually did couple takes

[@claudiavera5107]

@Homeless Forstr 😂😂😂😂

[@joshualaureano7062]

….So?!

[@MoreThanFishing]

The whispering stealth mode 😆😂 and then casting like you were on the surf hahaha

[@SpacemanXC]

You nailed it. When the wind comes rushing through the canyons, it totally sounds like a jet flying by.

[@Badfish277]

Love it! You're on my side of the Sierra's now. Small panther Martins are the ticket for the Brookies and rainbows in the back country but I prefer to fly fish. Truly Gods country!

[@michaelk1589]

This fish you were wondering about at the mountain lake, in Poland is considered a different species than salmon or trout. It's called "Pstrąg", but when you try to translate it, it just gets called 'trout' so there is no distinction. But its definitely different species, but quite closely related to trout.

[@andyfletcher3561]

Those were all 3 Brooke Trout which are actually a species of Char...

[@ronaldpetersen255]

Bone up on your Flyfishing skills, that is classic Flyfishing Country!! That was a Brook Trout you caught the 2nd day in that awesome high mountain lake!!! Well done!!!

[@christophermccullough431]

I have got to the point now that I just hit the thumbs up button as soon as I press play on all your videos. I know I like them before watching. Matt you are the man!!

[@aaronseery7299]

1:46 literally looks like a green screen absolutely stunning country big fan from Dublin🇮🇪

[@dimasprimacahyadi9136]

Sometimes it's not about getting the fish, but it's the journey that we can enjoy. This is hands on a Visit California campaign video. Now I wanna visit Cali's mountains.

[@SvenGoesFishing]

Phenomenal editing and incredible catch! Can't beat that peaceful scenery. I'm going through a rough time in life right now and it feels like everything is stacking on top of one another, but this video helped me find some solace as a bit of pure peace from all the chaos. For those who are going through the same stuff, I hope you find comfort in this peace too c: Great video brother, appreciate you sharing your art 🎣

[@draxxsklounst6595]

Dang man this looked like an episode of survivor man! I love it!

[@Request4Parole]

Wow Matts, you've out done yourself on this one. The more I looked at Eastern Trout Specie list, the more your Trout looked like a Brook Trout. Beautiful fish to say the least. Great video Matts, the scenery was breathtaking. Being at that elevation 10k ft. and surrounded by those mountains and lakes, I would describe that experience as Celestial. Good job Matts.

[@joedirt4579]

That is one of the most beautiful fishing spots I’ve ever seen

[@wjpreslar]

The cinematography on these videos is top notch.

[@aleta5873]

So beautiful. Follow some women hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and it's narly walking over all those rocks....plus they're getting blasted by the heat. Glad you released those beauties...

[@ThePlateThatRemains]

the sound of the wind and running water is calming. sure does feed the soul thank you for letting the fish go, it look very stunning .

[@TeamDreg]

Production value on this video was nice. Especially enjoyed the intro with the Fisherman’s Life logo. That should be a new staple on all your videos. Although the steelhead on the fly may have been more appropriate for this particular vid. Great acting on the intro convo 😂😂😂

[@brianthebuckleywoodsman7869]

Dang Matt if ur are meeting up with strangers come to Ohio!! I’ll take u on an outdoor canoeing adventure down the National scenic Big Darby Creek!! Awesome vid as usual!! 👊🏻

[@christophertreasure454]

Thanks for listening to us guys for the content of your new videos. Keep it up.

[@jayetchasketcha]

the way he went into details on the wind, wheww that was some magic brother

[@BAD_CONSUMER]

That scene with the wind was pretty cool. You can see it coming up from behind you.

[@julakiss]

watching all these beautiful mountains and lakes makes me realize that we are living on this amazing planet earth... damn we are so lucky!

[@fiyang9636]

"And into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul." - John Muir

[@noahsorenson1418]

the one you got where just wild brook trout beautiful fish tho

[@lopezaldana7]

I was wondering how does he not research what golden trout look like so when he catches one he knows it

[@bus986]

I would pay just to record/fish with you. Love the video! Another classic for sure

[@tgalvan59]

Those mountain videos are my favorite,Beautiful scenery,The outdoors are the best.

[@drewmacmillan6954]

Wow ! Great scenery . You are a fortunate man. Up here we would call your fish a Speckled Trout. Thanks

[@gusrojas6500]

Dude. You need a Netflix show.foreal 😁👍🏻

[@grahamcruz4137]

as soon as i saw that brookie i was yelling yes finally!!!!! btw luv the vid, keep up the great work. ps..... you should get over to the the great lakes to fish for some lake michigan salmon and lake trout they are like 60 lb fish and taste great you can catch them from shore and from kayak or in tributaries during the salmon run

[@Levi-em6ym]

What a beautiful soul boosting episode. Cheers from Hawaii.

[@bankfishinglife9797]

Been waiting for this video! My favorite type of videos you upload. You're right So peaceful!

[@terryhazma268]

Always going to the Eastern Sierra's 👍 My friends and I call it " Gods Country " Next trip is in late October. Great video and tight lines my brotha 🤙

[@plasterdbastard]

14:13 - Rejuvenating, brother. I'm glad to see you back in the mountains chasing trout - even if it isn't with a fly rod.

[@annurraudhah]

1:36 What a beautiful scenery! Heavenly!

[@AdamEland.]

That definitely looked like a native brook trout. The white stripes on fins are a distinctive characteristic.

[@daschawk]

The production quality on this was top notch! Love the video man! Hope for a cook next time!!

[@Dajovis]

This made my week. Always my favorite fishing videos to watch.

[@lifeofeels8271]

Beautiful location! I can't believe I missed this video. Love the fishing amd camping trip posts.

[@that__one__guy5405]

HAHA, I have pissed off that bridge at the beginning of the vid more times than I can remember, mostly at night. It is a tradition. Shoot man, if you ever come this way again, you are more than welcome to stay here for the night. Crazy to see you in my neck of the woods!! This is my JAM right here. I have never had my own line in the water in a body of salt water... Yet. TY for another video!!

[@dreamtcg]

Keep up the awesome content Matt!!! God bless you and your family brother

[@ahppa]

Honestly, while I loved the consistent 2x a week uploads, this higher production video is what I live for. Just living life and doing what you love. Not rushing to meet deadlines. Amazing stuff Matts and can't wait to see more.

[@rayhall3010]

I love your videos , I been watching for years , thank you for providing happiest to our lives , truly thankful ,

[@ED2THEMAX]

Love your channel man my favorite one on KZbin. started watching your channel about two years ago and it got me back into fishing. I got my pops into fishing cause of your channel and now we go fishing whenever we get the chance. much love.

[@fivefiftyninefishing1639]

24:27 ..and I just met this Scott guy. Lol 😂 I wouldn’t be able to sleep 😆💀

[@donjensen6805]

Use to backpack in the Sierra's, and the best lure we had was the Super Duper. The trout would smash it.

[@Darksagan]

Damn that area is beautiful..perfect for some FPV and meditating.

[@lw3894]

My all time bucket list fish! Spent a year in Montana hiking and fishing high mountain lakes and never got one. Congrats

[@MichaelRomero]

You definitely need to do more of these videos!

[@4npushap352]

Before the video content even starts , I will say everything about the intro was smooth 👏🏼👏🏼🤘🏼 always a joy watching you man✊🏼💜

[@Joseph-Streko]

It sounds like your telling a bed time story when your whispering 19:45 😂😂😂😂👍👍

[@Shez74]

What an awesome area! Amazing views, pristine water, clean air..... Great video!

[@blacklabel3980]

If I could live just one day like this, I bet my stress levels would drop by 80%

[@Dirtay427]

So go fishing what's stopping you you can go to any Walmart in the nation and pick up a simple trout setup for under fifty bucks

[@KC-nj6hx]

Just do it ✔

[@SvenGoesFishing]

Yeah it'll definitely help, just spend a bit of time for some research and head on out to a local spot, it'll help you get into the groove of things but still super relaxful for sure!

[@arid5127]

YES, I have been waiting all week for this!

[@katfishingandcamp]

Don't get me wrong, all of his videos are fantastic. But the Catch, Camp & Cooks they just hit different... and I love it!

[@ComedyTherapyYT]

I wasn't one who requested, but I definitely searched for and binge watched all of your trout/camping vids last year. Nice...

[@thefishinglor6931]

Hey Matt, fun video as usual! The trout you caught looks like a Brookie, Golden trouts have a pink stripe just like a Rainbow so it may not be s Brookie but it’s definitely not a Golden. Keep up the good work sir! 🙏

[@merkuti6549]

in Switzerland, we love to fish for Trout. There are some baits that are essential for your tacklebox when going for Trout. I would highly recommend you to get some small nacre-spoons! Awesome Video, keep it up :)

[@Deathdealer40cal]

That first view at 1:45 is ASTONISHINGLY beautiful!!!

[@npc5500]

🤣 the meetup dialogues is everything.

[@btjunior]

woohooo!!! lets go! I’ve been waiting for this. glad to see you in the woods again bro.

[@chazzman8206]

The higher you go, the waters typically have much less insect life so the trout are usually stunted. Often they’ll have larger heads and mouths and dwarf bodies. They just don’t have the food abundance that exists in the lower elevations. Gorgeous fish but you’ll rarely ever find anything large.

[@Thefellowmanable]

That is normally true but in this specific location that is not the case. If you know, you know.

[@goosnavslakovic4908]

So fly fishing is a no go then?

[@JeffDAPG]

Wow!! What an area and what a video!! Very well done!! Thank you.

[@riggedzone]

Those views are to die for. Well not literally when you have a complete stranger, lol. Great video, really enjoyed the scenery.🏞

[@alexrider8616]

Use a Sawyer Mini Water filter instead of the Lifestraw it’s more efficient

[@imathreat209]

The sierras are the best. Love taking my truck up there and doing some 4WDing in the hills

[@shibalnyun]

Eastern Sierras! My favorite place to go camping. Love camp/cook content from you!

[@christianibarra4615]

How does he only have 1.08 million subscribers! He’s too good for that, so under rated.

[@oldfrend]

"The mountains are calling, and I must go." this, this right here, is why john muir said that

[@jbitt1617]

matts put some time into this one and it shows

[@francisgarcia375]

The scenery is breathtaking and nice video. Thank you and more videos to come.

[@kazimahbub7456]

Thank you for all the hard work for this video! Instant classic!

[@banqq4135]

Used to watch him when he just started and ate perch hearts lmaooo

[@Whathappened875]

"I'm not a creep" don't ever be caught saying those words. Matt looked pissed to be up top of a mountain exhausted. I think mountains are amazing though and that's one of the best looking places I've ever seen when he got to that final lake. Smoke a blunt up there

[@mialily206]

That would be heaven!

[@VISUAL-LY]

Love the long......Camp, Catch, Cook (almost) videos. That type of scenery never gets old! More bro!

[@michaelpowers9259]

This video was different. Scott seems like the ultimate loner nature guy. Nothing but admiration for him. I absolutely loved the vistas...stunning. And that clear blue, unpolluted sky...wow! Funny parts. Eating a stick of butter like a candy bar...bears hiding in the rocks. Great video. Thanks, Matt.