Cork Lake Base Camp - QUEST for ALGONQUIN'S BARRON CANYON - Part 1 (Achray / Stratton / Opalescent)

[@jacqueline7118]

Wow, what a burger! Should have made the mouse one too! Could you imagine what would have went through his little mouse mind? Bet he would have thought he hit the jackpot! Nice way to spend time with your brother, thanks for sharing. :)

[@MattHaughn]

Every bite was amazing! The mouse had enough food. Little guy was nice and fat 🤣 Thanks for watching!

[@untamedontario]

I’ve done some fairly extensive travelling through Algonquin; however, the Barron Canyon remains something of a glaring omission on my resume…All the more so now, having watched this video! Always enjoy your stuff, thanks Matt 🍻

[@MattHaughn]

You have to go there! Your neck will hurt from looking up the tall walls all day. It’s beautiful! Thanks for watching

[@untamedontario]

@@MattHaughn Ha ha, looking forward to it, cheers 🍻

[@Dadangandara]

Wow very nice canoe camping

[@MattHaughn]

Thank you!

[@rcote1234]

Favorite YT channel. Thx for sharing the experience (and not gear junkie specs).

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks Rob! Glad you enjoyed 😊

[@maydanlex]

Went through there last year...the end of the portage out of St. Andrews IS STEEP indeed.

[@MattHaughn]

It was crazy! Like a staircase!

[@adventureswithjosie]

Finally getting around to catching up on your videos from the fall. Enjoying this series so far Matt!

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks for watching! Glad you’re enjoying it!

[@Jed-dl5gm]

Thanks for sharing. We didn't realize you put a few more videos up. We have a old beast of a fiberglass canoe that weighs a ton also. Are you going to be doing a few more trips this spring/summer/ fall or is their going to be more Mark in the Park this year? My 9 year old daughter loves the videos as I've mentioned before along with our whole family tbh.

[@MattHaughn]

They weigh a lot but last forever. I did a few fall trips and they will be coming out soon so stay tuned. Thanks to you, your daughter and the whole family for tuning in!

[@jaysway2346]

Awesome start to the Bro trip! I love that camper syndrome feeling but I think that burger was legit. Looking forward to part 2.

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! It was the thickest paddy I have ever had to eat! So good!

[@barbmcnaughton6119]

Excellent! Can’t wait for part 2 !

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks Barb!

[@Hopebay74]

That canoe reminds me of my old one I had at the cottage. What a beast! Awesome looking trip.

[@MattHaughn]

It’s definitely a beastly cottage canoe! Thanks for watching Zamy!

[@stevebobilin169]

Nice video. That's a pretty heavy Canoe.

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! We should just call it the “pain” instead of the “bathtub”

[@ride-paddle-repeat]

Was looking forward to another series from you Matt. This one looks great and perfect timing on a Friday evening. Always wanted to visit the Barron Canyon, appreciate you sharing this.

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks for tuning in Darren! Would highly recommend the canyon. Beautiful place!

[@flowerchildvee]

lol at the seatbelt on your bag!

[@MattHaughn]

Gota keep it safe! The thing is basically a small child in the back.

[@flowerchildvee]

@@MattHaughn bwahaha true

[@NomiSyed1]

Nicely done boys!! I love achray campgrounds and the surrounding area.

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! Beautiful area for sure 👍

[@NomiSyed1]

@@MattHaughn Indeed... I went there for my bachelor party weekend :) best time ever!! Saw moose, bear and even heard the Wolf howls!!

[@MattHaughn]

Nice! Pretty cool that you got all that activity. Congrats on the marriage!

[@NomiSyed1]

@@MattHaughn Thanks dude.. That was like almost 6 yrs ago lol.. But visited again few years ago. Glad you guys got to check it out :)

[@BackcountryPaddler]

Love your videos bud! 🤘 Those waterfalls on High Falls Lake are beautiful.

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! They were really cool. Could sit at the bottom and see them cascading all the way up the stream.

[@BackcountryPaddler]

@@MattHaughn living vicariously thorough you! I had hoped to visit Algonquin (and Temagami) again this year but couldn't with the border closure. Got to explore much of the Adirondacks at least. Looking forward to Part Deuce!

[@MattHaughn]

I feel honoured! Let’s hope things get better and you can make it up next summer. Good thing you could relieve the stress in the Adirondacks.

[@BackcountryPaddler]

@@MattHaughn absolutely, on all accounts.

[@canoenut]

Always excited to see a new video! I did an Achray, Barron Canyon loop with my 2 sons and 2 of their friends. BTW, what is the make and model of your blue portage pack?

[@MattHaughn]

Nice! A lot of little loops possible in the area which is pretty cool. The pack is the MEC Slogg HD 115L. They stopped making the whole line sadly. Everyone who owns one loves them. Not sure why they got rid of all their canoe packs.

[@NikonF5user]

You need to roll your straps! Just put one or two twists in the straps going over top the canoe or from the canoe to the hood, and they will not vibrate in the wind as you drive!!

[@MattHaughn]

Great pointer! Will give that a try next time. Thanks!

[@tombooth7018]

How long did the journey from Achray to Cork lake take you in total? I have that trip booked for this summer!

[@MattHaughn]

Just over four hours. We single carried but were taking some breaks. Have a good trip! You will enjoy it!

[@tombooth7018]

That’s great! This is our first trip so I was worried I’d put us in over our head but I think we will manage. Cheers!

[@AdamRomanoExplores]

Great your map animations. Do you use after effects?

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! I use Apple Motion. After Effects is my backup though!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Good times Matt. Looking forward to part 2... Dude, you need a lighter canoe... Dennis

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks Dennis! Yeah we’re looking into a canoe. Once covid is over and I’m working again, maybe buy an ultralight!

[@chriss.4258]

Matt loving the video. Can’t wait till next one. If you are so inclined check out a video I just posted yesterday it was actually inspired by your first season of Mark in the park. I’m gonna be posting another one from another trip we did about the same time you shot this trip

[@MattHaughn]

Thanks! I will give your video a watch today 👍

[@dumbdumbdougie]

1:02 Barrhaven!