Caribou Rock Trail to Border Route Trail BWCA Minnesota PART 2

[@cunningman]

This here, sir, is by far my most favourite hiking video of all time! Your style & schtick are always entertaining, and you yourself are an inspiring man. I especially appreciated the candor you shared with us with regard to Walking into the Woods with No Worry in you Heart. Not to mention the sense of joy you bring with you on every adventure - even when the trail is breaking your heart! haha! Thanks again, Shug. This particular trip has me champing at the bit to get back out on the trail again.

[@shugemery]

+Urbs Ambles I needed a good butt-whupping and that trail delivered. Thankee Urbs.

[@rls303]

Always a little bummed when these end but knowing that the world famous Hickery Brothers are coming up "Life is Good =) Enjoyed it Shug, Thanks

[@shugemery]

+rls303 We are giddy with excitement!

[@aaronjohnmaughan]

New chow....gotta love that. When it comes to bears and such, you gave some good advice. Now Hickery, he lets his Walther worry about the bears.

[@shugemery]

+Aaron Maughan He has the Walther for bears, and me!

[@EatCarbs]

Ya know Shug.. I really enjoyed watching your video. Thank you for posting it. =D

[@shugemery]

+Eat Carbs Mucho appreciato....

[@DonnyPavoliniOutdoors]

Fantastic Shug! Thanks for a great Sunday morning jump start. You sure know how to live buddy! Hope the "morning constitutional " went well! Lol.

[@shugemery]

+Donny Pavolini Outdoors Ya' gotta make time for yourself to live the life!

[@DonnyPavoliniOutdoors]

Amen brother! At 51 yrs of age, my not so bright self is finally "getting it, and getting out".What a great time to be alive!

[@jermlac]

Thanks for sharing the trip with us Shug. The candid talk by the camp stove was great. I enjoy hearing your encouraging wisdom.

[@shugemery]

+jermlac I appreciate that.

[@mikelaur3758]

I also solo backpack and when you tell people that they just look at you like your some kind of a madman it is as you say there really is nothing to fear. Always the entertainer Shug thanks again.

[@ezadventurer]

Shug, you don't have to worry about getting eaten by a bear; you were in the circus. All bears know that clowns taste funny.

[@asiam7436]

I am used to the remote feel of the BWCA so finding hiking trails that have the same feeling is much appreciated. Very funny!

[@shugemery]

+Bear Heart This is in the BWCA so there ya' go.

[@RallohE]

Hot dang a great part two ... and I think I gained a pound just drooling over that walleye dinner you had pal!

[@shugemery]

+RallohE Ain't no livermush!

[@57koop]

Wooooooo! just watching you hike that trail my knees started swelling up and aching ! Had to get my knee brace on to finish watching ! Thanks Shug ! beautiful trail , great video, and as usual great narration ! Whoooooo Buddy!

[@shugemery]

+57koop Had my good brace on but knee feels better after this trip surprisingly.

[@jrreed6992]

Loved it Shug, good to see Karl was in the mix, can't wait for the next one.

[@irishdefense77]

I can't even begin to tell you how awesome your videos are-woo buddy,breakfast from the hammock made me smile😊

[@shugemery]

I thankee. Means a lot.

[@ProfessorHammock]

great way to for me to finish an evening Shug, watching this. One of my favorite places to be is in the North woods, swinging in a hammock, with rain pelting the tarp, me staying dry. Hiking in the rain, not so much. Packa! loving the vicarious experience

[@shugemery]

+ProfessorHammock Good to be in Packa-ville. It was a right goodie of a journey and a buttocks-buster as well.

[@mat-ventures]

Love your hammock spot at 12:00. Lovely! Also loved the squeaky tree sounds!

[@ergot57]

I noticed in another vid you mentioned not being a survivalist channel. That is what I enjoy about your work. It is just enjoyment, with little, "this works for me", bits of sharing. I look forward to the next. Thanks Shug

[@shugemery]

+ergot57 I say Whooooooo Buddy))))) Thankee for that.

[@chinoodin4735]

Sweet trip, full of adventure...just like yesterday. Kinda... thanks for sharing the moment.

[@shugemery]

That was a right good trip and I am going back.

[@mat-ventures]

At 29:40: Shug, lord of the ducks! Hahahaha duck chair! Loved that timelapse ending on the road

[@rodoceros]

I'll take a windy spot beside the lake over Minnesota-sized mosquitos any day. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful the northwoods of the boundary waters are.

[@shugemery]

+rodmanprice Truly stunning up there.

[@KellanJames]

Really liked the longer-length video, Shug. Thanks for bringing us along on another trip.

[@shugemery]

+Kellan (Yellow Rain) Thankee...easier edit for me!

[@vagabond-yj8pn]

A sunday morning delight! Thank you!

[@shugemery]

+vagabond88817 Thankee.

[@TRV550]

Nice video's Shug part one and two. Looks like you had a ball. Thanks for sharing. Always enjoy watching. Looking forward to your next trip with your buddy. Enjoy & be safe !

[@shugemery]

+Dennis Kuenze Thankee so much. We go Oct 2

[@joesneon]

That was great Shug!!! Thanks for taking us along!!!! Looking forward to seeing ol Hickory!!!!!

[@shugemery]

+joesneon Me too!

[@Sebastopolmark]

GREAT cupla video's Shug. Thanks for "going the extra mile" by taking the time for all that extra video footage. Dem Dar wild mushrooms sure are purty!! Say hello to Hickory for us and we look forward the the next trip video.

[@shugemery]

+Sebastopolmark I love seeing the 'shroom art out there.

[@ekhaat]

Awesome. Can't wait to see you and Hickery hiking again. Whoooo buddeeehh

[@shugemery]

+ekhaat Oct 2nd Hickery and I depart. Will have Wander'nFool meet up with us for part.

[@akayaker]

What a great trip. Thanks for taking the time to bring us along.

[@shugemery]

+akayaker My pleasure....truly.

[@jasonwieczorek5343]

This video kind of reminds me of the Pictured Rocks National Forest treks I do in Northern Michigan...Not the main stream trails but the ones only the hard core locals know about... Thanks for posting another amazing and funny series!

[@shugemery]

+Jason Wieczorek Whooooooo Buddy))))

[@FloridaWild]

Loved it! I believe I mentioned a few months back, on another video, that it would be nice to see Hickery come up to your area. I guess you guys are gonna make it happen. Can't wait to see it! We all appreciate you letting us tag along on these adventures of yours!

[@lovetheoutdoors2755]

That's a real nice area your backpacking. Your just living the life ! One hell of a good time looks like from here. Thanks for sharing it with me ! Definitely my type of country side and Hiking ! Once again thanks

[@shugemery]

+Rob R We are pretty lucky here in MN and I keep discovering more and more. Thanks feller.

[@m00nsplitter72]

Thanks for bringing a smile and some trail inspiration to my Sunday. It was not without a little horror that I discovered that I was no longer super-human when it came to trail times. I too believed that these were simply for the advise of old fogies who couldn't keep up with the herd and that I could safely subtract 10-15% from them. I subsequently discovered that I really needed to dig in just to hold these schedules....and I was mortified to realise that my initial assumption might well have been correct but I was still struggling. Lordy....

[@shugemery]

+M00nsplitter Wordsmith you be.....

[@WoodsTrekkinAdventures]

Thanks Shug. I checked out a few tonight and will continue to give em a listen. I dug " I know you rider" and the interplay between the mandolin and fiddle was ever so sweetly subtle on "whippin post jam" . Much appreciated sir, I love good music when I hear it!

[@shugemery]

+WoodsTrekka' Adventures Jammin' is too much fun. Getting back into it. Thankee. Whipping Post is one of my favorites.

[@Max_Green]

Wow, nice video my friend.. thank you for this presentation ;)) like it!! Best regards, Max GREEN

[@shugemery]

+Max Green (Umdenken im Kopf) Y'elcome Max

[@TimOlsen66]

Love watching your videos, Shug! Thanks for sharing and keeping me dreaming that I will get out on the trail once again, soon :)

[@shugemery]

+Tim Olsen Thankee.

[@DroneGirl1]

Love this camping brilliant ! Thumbs up! :)

[@shugemery]

+Drone Girl I long to go back...

[@Outdoorkram1]

Very entertaining video as always and a gorgeous trip, Shug! Thanks for share it with us!

[@shugemery]

+Outdoorkram Y'elcome and thankee.....

[@TheVespap200e]

Awesome as usual Shug! Your videos always make me smile! Keep up the good work!

[@shugemery]

+Revo Runner Thank and thankee.

[@kobracom77]

I am more worried of Bigfoot, than any Bears, Cougars or Wolves haha. Thanks for the trip Shug.

[@FergsFunSpot]

This looks like a great trip. Thanks for sharing Shug! Looking forward to the next trip you have with Hickory!

[@shugemery]

+Adam F Thankee. We head out soon.

[@LYLEWOLD]

love the videos, shug. hope your next trip is even better for you. "I moved that with my mind", lol, more of that quick wit and off-the-cuff that humor i love. and yeah, that was some good lookin' walleye. with homemade tartar sauce, mm hmm

[@shugemery]

+Lyle W Mucho Obligato feller.

[@DaveFredkove]

love the walkalong-cam footage! another enjoyable video. thanks Shug! :)

[@shugemery]

+Dave Fredkove Fun to see the trail detail later in editing. Thankee.

[@Toomuchgearguy]

Neck exercises LOL Nothing like waking up to some Shug in the AM. Great video as always!

[@shugemery]

+jmorga02 Whooooooo Buddy))))

[@mat-ventures]

Wow, love the sound of thunder at 5:40! I miss those! (it's winter, Feb 26th)

[@shampoovta]

I enjoy your videos so much Shug. Always a good time.

[@shugemery]

+kelley davis Mucho appreciato

[@automad]

Thank you Shug, another great video to inspire and share.

[@shugemery]

+Richard Thompson Y'elcome and thankee.

[@gopanBushcraft]

Maaaaan that's good watching! ;) ...good and fun as Always Shug!

[@shugemery]

+Zeth Linder Mucho appreciato.

[@DroneGirl1]

Wow that is amazing trail, love it :) Beautiful ! thumbs up ! :)

[@shugemery]

+Drone Girl That trail was tough but I loved it. So lovely and brilliant. A right goodie for sure.

[@DroneGirl1]

***** Yeap :) Have a good day :)

[@duncanjmurray]

Excellent trip report, Shug. Loved it. More please.

[@shugemery]

+Duncan Murray Oh....I got more.....kzbin.info/aero/PL42A47C8FBAB9C49A

[@ZiggZagg11]

Great show Shug.... I would rather watch you hiking them anything on the TV...

[@shugemery]

+ZiggZagg11 Mucho appreciato.....means alot.

[@sinfonianbarelytone9191]

First off, gorgeous campsites! Boy can you pick them! I too learned Leave No Trace from Troop 151 in Seattle and am now teaching it to my young scouts. In fact we used the same water filter you have at Pete Lake this past weekend. Oh and full sized Pringles cans work well to protect your sandwich, chips and a pudding and fit in the water mesh spot on a pack for trail lunches. Lastly, good tip on wet roots. We learn that fast in the Pacific North Wet. Thanks for sharing!

[@shugemery]

+Sinfonian Barelytone Them there wet roots have tackled me down before!

[@cabinman]

rooty tooty tooty!!! I almost lost it! You're such a gem!

[@shugemery]

+7frazier :-)

[@LesterSkinner]

Shug, really appreciate the videos. A lot of effort to do so much filming. Whooo Buddy! Thanks for sharing.

[@shugemery]

+Lester Skinner Takes som e dicsipline to film but I love it. Makes me look at trips a whole new way. Thankee.

[@edwardmorgan9411]

Awesome, love all your video,s, looking forward to Maple king coming to hike with you.

[@shugemery]

Thankee...he did not too long ago. 40:57 into this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3iZpmqBoZhsh6M

Very nice videos!! Really nice to watch! All the best.

[@brianmowers307]

May be your best solo yet (videologically speaking). As always, thanks for sharing!!

[@shugemery]

+Brian Mowers Filmed a lot!

[@Missouriman68]

Great video Shug! I've got a weekend hike and hang planned in two weeks and this got me ready to hit the woods. Hanging has changed my life brother, thanks for sharing all your knowledge. Eric

[@shugemery]

+MissouriMan1968 Whoooooo Buddy and have a right goodie of a time.

[@jamesgreen4522]

Thanks for posting these videos. It is getting cooler here in Tn. and time for me to get into the woods. Deer season starts soon and I plan on doing some camping with my hunting. I love being in the woods by my self, just me and the Lord.

[@shugemery]

+james green Nothing like it. Stay vigilant.

[@wolswildcamping1257]

Appreciate your sharing Shug. Be safe and be lucky mam.

[@shugemery]

+wols wildcamping Yessir and thankee.

[@latitude918]

thanks for taking up along yet again, Shug. Now that you've had the half-wit out on a trip I hope to hear some more perspective on it.

[@shugemery]

+Atlas918 Did not use the bugnet...very comfortable. I like it. Simple.

[@chrismilly]

Fantastic videos really enjoyed them, looked like a great trip!

[@shugemery]

+chrismilly Still enjoying that rip in my mind!

[@dma634]

I get super excited every single time I check your profile and see a new backpacking video. I put on some coffee, curl up and watch. I loved this style of video, I found it relaxing, interesting and I think it flowed really well. I can't wait to see you and Hickery out in this year's adventure! I love what you do, keep it up man!

[@shugemery]

+Daniel Amen Thanks for them there nice words.

[@CampfireTalk]

Cold milk after a good couple days in the woods make for a luxurious treat! Another great spot to catch some zzzzzzz's. I remembered your tip to bring home the wife something when your picked up the rice. The fish looked fantastic! High livin' buddy!

[@shugemery]

+CampfireTalk The whole trip was a right goodie. Meg was happy with rice and fancy bergamot soap. Hope all is goodly with you and your pod.

[@codyandargo906]

I recently went on an overnight trip which happened to coincide with the new moon so it was SUPER dark that night. No wind, no bugs and nothing was moving. It was the first time I have ever experienced absolute silence outdoors, it was awesome. If I held my breath, there was no noise at all. I think everybody should experience that, you learn something about yourself in a solo super dark trip.

[@shugemery]

+Cody Ames Those are most interesting nights to be out....eerily silent.

[@JohnMGibby]

Awesome videos Shug. Like the DIY camp shoes/slippers. Very ingenious. Someday I would love to meet Lord of Lollygag, Shug of the third person, in first person!

[@shugemery]

+John M Gibby You'll have to find me....follow the singing!

[@KuntryRD]

Looks like a very nice trip Shug. Thanks for sharing. I agree about squirrels being the worst. Those things throw spruce cones at yah! In 20+ years of backpacking, I have never had a bear approach my camp. Have only seen maybe 12 or so while hiking. Thankfully, we don't have moose in WV. We do have a few elk along the Kentucky border. Have had deer come into camp and snort and stamp their feet. I guess they didn't like the fact that I was eating food with dehydrated deer burger in it. Glad you could get out and enjoy the piney woods!

[@shugemery]

+KuntryRD Yessir.....good stuff.

[@livingsurvival]

i find that the heavier 18650 headlamps are best suited for work environments when you need brighter light. for camping/hiking I prefer the lighter weight petzl or black diamond lights. plenty bright for basecamp activities. nice hike. beautiful trails.

[@shugemery]

+Living Survival Good insight on that. Remains to be seen for me.

[@livingsurvival]

***** :)

[@LYLEWOLD]

+shugemery add me to the list of folks who'd be interested in your long-term assessment of the lamp. mm hmm

[@JonesFamilyTravels]

Great video, Shug! Makes me miss ole Minnesota. That Thru Night seems like a pretty good light, especially for the price. Hoping to take my son up to the BWCA one day with the Scouts.

[@CharlieEchoCharlie]

Wanted to do something new in my life and this is it, thanx Shug!!

[@shugemery]

+Chuck Nicholas The trail or hammocks?

[@CharlieEchoCharlie]

Both Sir both

[@a.gunguy1054]

my old stomping grounds... oh how I miss Minnesota. I loved the video. happy trails man.

[@shugemery]

+A. Gunguy Whooooo Buddy)))))

[@a.gunguy1054]

***** I am just getting back into backpacking. I love the feeling of being alone and self contained. It is a beautiful world out there. I love to explore. I live by the AT now in Maryland and it is stunning.

[@a.gunguy1054]

***** I deeply regret not spending more time in the north woods of Minnesota. My dear home.... Minnesota is a wonderland.

[@aephix73]

Thank you for another great video, Shug.

[@shugemery]

+aephix73 Y'elcome and thankee.

[@galkinator]

Great video, Shug. You have some of the most entertaining videos out there. I gotta put the North Woods on my list.

[@shugemery]

+galkinator I bow deeply here.....

[@jackwalsh1468]

Shug, enjoyed your trip Parts 1&2. Kudos, Cheers, Mate.

[@shugemery]

+Jack Walsh Happy to hear and thankee

[@Surfingthe805]

"Mighty wind tonigh"t!!! I LOVED my hammocks, but alas @25:14 was a reminder why I had to finally give up. Too windy in my hiking area! Every other trip I'd lose valuable hrs of sleep getting rag dolled! No fun and I'm back on the ground.. Love the vids though Shug!!

[@shugemery]

+StumpJumper I felt like a cow was leaning against me. Comforting in an odd way. Good test.

[@NorthFromHere1]

That sure was a nice camping spot you had there! Thanks for the video.

[@shugemery]

+North From Here I concur completely. Thankee.

[@SourDONT]

Great trip! Got me itching for the woods!

[@shugemery]

+SourDONT Scratch the itch!

[@virginiacopeland108]

Thanks for the tour. ... Clark & Virgnia

[@panzerabwerkanone]

Thanks for another great video and great filming! Sean B.M. (Bad Meat) Emery.

[@rogernuffer]

I'm diggin those camp shoes. Light weight. Perfect foot fit. And the price is right.

[@shugemery]

+Roger Nuffer They were an asset on this trip.

[@WoodsTrekkinAdventures]

Great video Shug! Two things. First, I love the sound that you get when you record your music. It has a really nice airy, live feel that gives the impression you are in the same room. Nice. Second, since I moved out of the Great Lakes region there is no walleye on the menus. Sure looked good though! However, what I'd really like to get into would be a plate of battered and deep fried perch. Yummy! Thanks for sharing.

[@shugemery]

+WoodsTrekka' Adventures Thanks for that....we just sit and pick on record with a Tascam or iphone. I love catfich when I go South. Grw up eating perch!

[@WoodsTrekkinAdventures]

whatever,you are doing keep doing it because you guys are sounding pretty good! Take care Shug.

[@shugemery]

+WoodsTrekka' Adventures ......Here is the link to us jammin' some tunes....mistakes and all! soundcloud.com/seanemery2/sets/turkey-mountain-jammin You can download them free on this site.

[@shugemery]

+WoodsTrekka' Adventures here some tunes.....soundcloud.com/you/sets

[@WoodsTrekkinAdventures]

+shugemery You all dig into them tunes! You guys kicked up some speed in the White Freightliner tune. Really enjoyed it Shug, I will spend some time there for sure! Thanks for sharing!

[@taklamakanprime]

Pee-cann. Puh-cahn. I'm with your grandpa. Amazing to find Rogers signal in the boundary waters. Looking forward to the Hick'ry brothers in the North Woods.

[@shugemery]

+Jeremy I used to always kick the pee-can over by the bed.We hit the woods Oct. 2

[@LtJerryRigg]

Thanks Shug. Love your videos!

[@shugemery]

+LtJerryRigg I thankee.

[@texaslonestarrider]

Fantastic Video! Thanks For Sharing!

[@shugemery]

+lonestarrider Thank you.

[@cincinnatijones]

Gettin' fancy with that timelapse at the end shug!

[@shugemery]

+cincinnatijones Yessir! Fancy pants

[@christopherneelyakagoattmo6078]

Seeing all that water puts me in the mood to go out fishing. Think I'll hike down to the river and wet a line.

[@keithl6249]

Another great video. Really liked it, Thanks for taking the time to make and post these videos. I always get a laugh when carl shows up.

[@shugemery]

+Keith L I have to make them I do.....thankee.

[@adaseth]

Man your roads are EMPTY! Great vid, totally what I am looking for in camping department on KZbin. Thanks man!

[@shugemery]

They sure are that far North. Thankee.

[@chrisrobbins9058]

That was awesome! Looked really nice out there.

[@shugemery]

+Chris Robbins Yessir!

[@jedadiahsmith6956]

another great video shug, thank you

[@shugemery]

+Jedadiah Smith Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@a.gunguy1054]

really enjoying your videos. makes me homesick

[@shugemery]

+A. Gunguy Mucho appreciato...

[@a.gunguy1054]

+shugemery keep hiking dude.

[@KevinOutdoors]

We are experiencing some great fall weather around here! Glad you got out to see some trail. My trail season is done - It's Hockey season up here north of the border. If you ever decide to cross that magic line I'd be happy to help you find some Northern Ontario trails.

[@shugemery]

+Kakabekakev Love to get out up there someday. We are usually visiting our daughter and there is never time.

[@Wolf-xi4if]

Great hike Shug, I use the same tarp and love it. I just wish it was about 2' wider during the cold windy months. Hear in the PNW (western Washington) we have bears too, but like you I worry much more about the little critters then the bears. Maybe if we had grizzlies I'd be a lot more worried. Now Moose.... and bull Elk in rutting season! Watch-out and stay clear of them buggers! :D

[@shugemery]

+Wolfgang Greystoke Their Winter Palace is a lot wider. I'd like one too!

[@JCHaywire]

Ah, Shug. That was me two years ago! Clumb up them stairs with a canoe!

[@shugemery]

+JC Haywire At least they are short steps! Kudos....

[@ssiewnad]

Man! That walleye sure looked good.

[@shugemery]

+Dan Weiss Oh...it was.

[@dalton916]

You and Hickery need to partake of our lovely Foothills Trail.

[@shugemery]

+Glen Dalton It is on our list.

[@JustinMcKinneyhiker]

I like your bear philosophy , we're visiting there home, and we need to respect there home !!!

[@shugemery]

+Justin McKinney Yessir!

[@HeartPumper]

It's been said before, and will be in the future, by the hammocking neophytes across the globe and time :D. We love you Shug!!! Always funny, informational & entertaining :) I also had also really windy last night, hanging in some mountains :) Had plenty of cold spots! Yep, learning my lessons pretty fast :D UQ is a must (had only thermarest and TQ).

[@shugemery]

+mirogster I UQ protector helps so much on windy trips....did not have mine with me.

[@HeartPumper]

+shugemery Ahh good point, Sensei :) Btw Pocari Sweat will be send to the moon, soon :) Not kidding ya! :)

[@SOTAGoats]

Shug - Been watching your videos for a while now and your enthusiasm for hammocking has taken effect. I picked up 4 yards of nylon and made a simple hammock tonight. Taking it on a 5 day peak bagging trip with my goats this week. No insulation yet, so will just experiment with daytime lolly-gagging, but you've certainly peaked my interested. Thanks and keep up the good work -SOTAgoats

[@shugemery]

+SOTAGoats You and them there goats have a good trip.....don't let the goats eat your hammock! Lollygag on.

[@sixstring417]

"Brrregfahst frrrrom Da Hahmok!!" I love it!!! 🌲🌲

[@shugemery]

+sixstring417 Aye and thankee.

[@whitespruce26]

Awesome video! I've been meaning to do some hiking, canoe camping in Minnesota!

[@shugemery]

+whitespruce26 It awaits you.....

[@RickBarnwell]

Shug, my friend! I just posted a new video! I got to use my Hammock Gear UQ for the first time and enjoyed another lovely hammock adventure. If you get bored, give it a peek. Whoooo Buddy)))))

[@shugemery]

+Rick Barnwell I'll check it out soonest....

[@scruff_uk]

Great stuff amigo. Loved the telekinesis, the 90's music video/thunderstorm lightning...and that Walleye looked fantastic! Makes that tough scramble along that ankle breaker of a trail all worth it I'm sure. Take care out there Thom

[@shugemery]

+Scruff UK Thankee. Did some gigs with Kreskin!