Enduring a Severe Thunderstorm in a Montana Fire Lookout

In this video, we embark on a different style of camping - a fire tower. While many of these towers are no longer in use, the general public often has the opportunity to rent these towers for overnight stays during the summer months. What was a peaceful and calm evening quickly turned in a storm that I will never forget.
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[@corenko]

Watching this from Serbia. I'd like to visit Montana one day, it is peaceful and beautiful

[@hunter_pauley]

@@corenko appreciate the support from all the way over there!

[@reneebarnes1957]

Greetings from Virginia! I'm sure you would love it. Here's hoping you get that chance. 🙂🙂

[@savannahrossy2405]

💃🏾 😒🚩👀🔥🫶🏽💅🏾

[@savannahrossy2405]

Yes THEY TRAFFIC OUR REPRODUCTIVE TISSUE CULTURES GLOBALLY PLAYING HOUSE AND GOD WITH OUR BABIES IN STRANGE HOUSEHOLDS

[@savannahrossy2405]

There are a billion people on earth that have the same blood type as me .. O-POSITIVE!! Yet only my DNA 🧬 can convict me of a crime !! The one and only !! SO WHY DOESNT YOUR HOUSEHOLD MATCH YOUR ORGAN TRANSPLANTS !? THE ENTIRE ORGAN IS DNA 🧬 NOT BLOOD TYPE !!

[@beacee]

The sound of that rain and wind is mesmerizing. The sunrise spectacular!

[@hunter_pauley]

It was something else right? Even wilder in person. Thanks for watching!

[@joycedellinger2528]

Hi! Found your video tonight. I live in eastern Washington State and on Wednesday the 25th, we had a bad storm go through knocking the power out for 10 hours! Camped out inside the house with head lamp and old-school walkman cassette player/radio with speaker.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@joycedellinger2528 glad you were able to find the video! Sounds like it was a wild night for you on the 25th as well. That is when I had stayed and filmed this video. Appreciate the support!

[@4WDisLife]

the way that lantern rocks during the storm

[@lijuang8849]

Hi, I live in sweden and love nature❤ always been hiking in deep woods and mountains. To be part of the nature is to enter another part of our selfe, I belive. Another way to cook a wonderful stake is to put the stake in a plasticbag, throw in some rosemary, time, fresh garlic, salt ,pepper (pepper with lemonflawor is also greate) Put in lots of honey, sweet chili sause, and some dark vinegar. Close the bag and tos it around a bit, so everything blends together. You can do this at home, the bag needs to be in a frige or coler. When you arive at you camp-destination the meat is jucy and have lots of flawor😊 The stake can be in the bag for several hours. When you Cook the stake, you can use the wet ingrediense that are left and you got a delicious gravy😋 Love your video, next time you got that lovely view and there are a thunderstorm coming, put the camera so we can see the lightning . Its facsinating to se. Best of luck on your youtube-journey👍😊 Li from sweden

[@hunter_pauley]

@@lijuang8849 thanks for the support all the way over in Sweden! I greatly appreciate the in depth break down and guidance on the steak cooking. I will have to try that method next time and see how it fairs! Always open to trying different approaches or techniques when it comes to cooking :) Cheers and once again thank you for the support 🙏🏽

[@andyfreer8463]

Great video like to see more of these fire tower videos with plenty of storm and rain😀

[@hunter_pauley]

Might have to try and sneak one more in this year!

[@eveningmeadow24]

Man that view! The green interior looks ethereal, when the sun hits it. Also... Goldfish, all day; everyday.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@eveningmeadow24 the views were something else for sure! Appreciate the support on this upload 🙏🏽

[@daviedpeoples8419]

Cool vlog. The storm, views, the sun coming up, it all was amazing. Peace.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@daviedpeoples8419 thank you! Glad you were able to enjoy the video and tag along virtually for this one! Appreciate the support 🙏🏽

[@Tomehawk95]

Being born and raised, good to see people out enjoying the nature here still. I miss going out every month.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Tomehawk95 it’s a blessing and amazing opportunity to live here. Never enough time each summer though to explore everything I want to. Thanks for the support on the video!

[@Tomehawk95]

@@hunter_pauley There's a lovely nature trail in the mountains around Phillipsburg, past Gem Mountain, if you ever are out that way. I did some work with the MCC out there, and loved every moment of it.

[@RichieRouge206]

Just amazing. I would have been in my element up there as I'm obsessed with thunderstorms! I lived in South Carolina as a kid but now live in the UK and the storms are pathetic in comparison. But being born and raised in South Africa means steak is so close to my heart and those you cooked were just devine. Agree on the cast iron too! The scenery and peace up there is incredible. Great video fella and thank you for sharing with us.

[@hunter_pauley]

A totally different experience being that high up. Was awesome to be able to get to be there!

[@delainecearnel7210]

Gosh it’s beautiful,I think I could look at the mountains all day,,shut you eyes and then see everything.

[@hunter_pauley]

The beauty is unmatched! The camera doesn't even do it justice either.

[@jiffybox]

This is awesome. I’m in MT and had no idea I could book this. I’m so on this. Thanks, Hunter! 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the support! Lots of lookout towers to rent out in Montana and elsewhere. They fill up fast but sometimes you can get lucky like I did and get a cancellation. 🤝🏽

[@carriann3725]

Cheese it’s Extra Toasty is my favorite. Greetings from Ohio. Thank you for taking us along on your adventure with your dog. 🤗

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for watching and joining along for this adventure!

[@peterharper3317]

Wow what a night - thank you for sharing it with us

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for coming along on this one and the support on the video!

[@juliasherrill1459]

Awesome video. The scenery was fantastic. God made so much beauty for us to enjoy. I loved your dog. Such a sweet baby. God Bless ❤️

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for tuning in for this upload! It was a blast to film and more 🙏🏽

[@azdesertrat9104]

I lived in northern MT for almost 2 years. The high one winter day that frigid 1993 winter was -40! 🥶 Needless to say, I moved back to AZ where I am from. However, my older brother has lived up there for nearly 40 yrs and LOVES the cold! We say he was adopted 😂But Montana is absolutely beautiful in the summer, especially western MT! 😊Thanks for sharing!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@azdesertrat9104 it certainly does get chilly in the winter months! It tends to what makes people move back to wherever they moved from :) Thanks for the support on the video and the watch all the way from AZ!

[@michaelboudreau5937]

WHAT? I just discovered your channel and this incredible concept of fire lookout rentals! Totally unique! I love overland camping in my Tacoma truck topper camping set up and now have this on my To Do list. I live on east coast of Canada, but have a brother in Alberta; we will have to definitely check this experience out! Thanks a ton for this!

[@hunter_pauley]

Welcome aboard! The fire lookout rentals are quite the experience for sure. Not just in Montana but all over actually. There’s some stellar ones in Washington as well! Appreciate the support on this upload and the watch 🙏🏽

[@LaurenHamm-h2l]

Sunrise drone views at the end got me👏🏼

[@hunter_pauley]

Something else right? Unreal having 360º views in the morning like that!

[@Lothomiras]

Great video. Those views..... Beautiful mountains. I am one of those people who will probably never experience this. Thanks for this. Dog is cute. Guy is cute too.

[@hunter_pauley]

Glad you got to join along for this one. That is my goal for folks who can't get to experience it - at least be able to see and feel it through a screen. Thanks for joining in on this upload and the support!

[@ziptieracingteam9805]

That’s awesome I was there for a weekend with my wife and kids around 2014. We’ve stayed at most of the fire lookouts and ranger stations in northwest Montana over the years. It’s too bad it’s almost impossible to book one now any time except like one random Tuesday 3 months from now.

[@hunter_pauley]

Yea I just turned on the alerts and was able to book this one a week prior. Got lucky with a cancellation for a Wednesday evening. Such an awesome experience! Have some others that I want to try and get into next summer.

[@nancycarden2469]

I like cheese its and goldfish. Great camping experience. The wind and rain was such a nice ambience. I would love to see more of your sweet dog.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for the support on this one! Will make sure to get Odi in more clips in future videos as well 🙏🏽

[@Milan_Dragas]

ONe more viewer from Serbia here. Beautiful landscape, amazing view from a tower too! I could and would live in that place, easy!!! Good work, amazing video!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for supporting this video and following along!!🙏🏽

[@williamcap2236]

Early to bed, Early to rise fish like hell and make up lies. Hunting cabin wisdom from a plaque on the wall !

[@hunter_pauley]

lol 😂😂

[@stephaniejackson3267]

Crazy Beautiful there I love Montana. Saw your video just popped up in my feed since I am a lover of outdoors and nature. I would have been in my total element thunderstorms are my favorite . With a cup of hot coffee I am set! But Beautiful view and great video. Gave you a follow :)

[@hunter_pauley]

Glad to hear the video was on your feed! And I appreciate the kind words and support on this upload. It was a blast to make!

[@Stricknine9]

Your channel came up in my feed. What a calming effect. I’m now subscribed. 😊

[@hunter_pauley]

Wooohoo! Glad the video came up. Thanks for the support on this one and the new sub!

[@BicheBug1996]

​@@hunter_pauley Dont understand is this your job or something ?? Not in America so tell me why exactly are you there just to camp or is it work

[@hunter_pauley]

@@BicheBug1996 I mention in the very beginning of the video that I rented this fire lookout for the night.

[@Smarty9300]

You are so lucky to be able to do this !!!

[@hunter_pauley]

I truly am thankful to get to do stuff like this!

[@RichyRich2221]

Hiya, I'm from the UK & I've always had a fascination with these fire lookouts, I've watched quite a few video's about these lookouts, I've subscribed & look forward to future video's......awesome video btw 👍

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for the support all the way in the UK!

[@RichyRich2221]

​@hunter_pauley hey is my pleasure. I've always loved America, stay safe out there man 👍

[@grizzlyridgerunner]

What a cool ass video dude you nailed it .awesome drone footage. Thanks for sharing. I can't believe they allow you to stay in the lookout tower. So jealous 💪✌️cheez it for the win

[@hunter_pauley]

@@grizzlyridgerunner thank you! It was a fun one to film for sure. And it’s pretty cool they still allow the public to rent some of these out. Adding more to the list for next summer!

[@cassandraargo9017]

Cheez-its, all the way in my opinion!!! The key to cast iron cooking is to remember it was designed to hold the heat, so once it gets hot, it's usually in your best interest to lower the flame so the temperature in the pan remains steadier and the food doesn't burn. Gorgeous camping location!!! Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@cassandraargo9017 solid tips with the cast iron for sure. I learnt that in the very beginning when I first started haha. Burned a lot of stuff in the Dutch oven 😂 Thanks for the continued support on the videos and channel!

[@cassandraargo9017]

@@hunter_pauley yeah, that temp thing is a beast to learn...a lot of good has been sacrificed over the years to its finicky nature, lol. You're way ahead of me in the cast iron game. I don't think I've ever used a Dutch oven to cook and I don't remember anyone in my family using one either which has me questioning my entire childhood and what my grandma used to make river stew every summer while we camped at the river??? 🤔

[@TheSherrybaby65]

New watcher here.... loved the video and the background music was perfect..so relaxing...... very nice! I have a grandson who is a cop in Kalispell.... he loves Montana and he is from HOT Phx Arizona where I am..... Thank you :)

[@reneebarnes1957]

God bless your grandson. You should be proud. I live in Virginia but he deserves great appreciation for his profession. Thank you.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@TheSherrybaby65 thank you for the support on this video! Kalispell is a great area and your grandson is doing a great service for the community! Cheers 🙏🏽

[@TheSherrybaby65]

@@hunter_pauley Thank you so much he really is i'm very proud of him :)

[@erinanderson5409]

Your video came up on feed today. I’m from North Idaho, and nothing can beat the views like this! We are so blessed living where we do! Such a calming effect being up in the mountains. Loved this! 🙌🏻 (btw-good choice on the Cheez-its!)

[@hunter_pauley]

@@erinanderson5409 appreciate the support from a local state! Def blessed to be living in an area like this. The colder winters make the summers that much better too 🙏🏽

[@845SiM]

Damn, thats a amazing job, would love to do even 1 season of this.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you! Appreciate the support 🙏🏽

[@mikeman8428]

Spectacular and wonderful! Thank you for sharing this beautiful evening.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@mikeman8428 thank you for the support and watch on this upload! Cheers 🙏🏽

[@morganm9040]

I just discovered your channel as this was in my queue last night; the title lured me in and I’m now a subscriber.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@morganm9040 thanks for the new sub! Glad this video was in the que. appreciate the support on this upload as well 🤟🏽

[@stewartgrant7724]

I am watching this from the Uk great review,Thank you for sharing.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for the support!

[@michellepodgurski4500]

This was so Amazing!

[@erkaprsn4516]

Just found your channel! These camping channels help me chill out. I love cheeze it extra toasty. If i have gold fish, it's the flavor blasted. Your dog is adorable.

[@hunter_pauley]

Love it! Glad the video popped up for ya. Great choice on the gold fish there as well. And Mr. Odi is a great companion especially on trips like these. He does so well! Cheers 🙏🏽

[@shawnrush8311]

This video popped up tonight so new subscriber from Arkansas looks like it was a awesome time would love to do something like that one day. Stay Safe

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the new sub and support on this upload! It was a blast to experience this one for sure.

[@millenniummillennium2312]

A big hello from Italy. By a simple chance youtube showed me your video and I was pleasantly surprised by its beauty and serenity, an ASMR video. I love the mountains, I have never been to Montana but it must be a very wild and very beautiful state. Congratulations for this splendid video. You seem like a very serene, simple person and a true lover of Nature 😊

[@hunter_pauley]

@@millenniummillennium2312 thank you for the kind words! Glad to see the videos are reaching a worldwide audience as well! Cheers and I appreciate you tuning in for this upload 🙏🏽

[@millenniummillennium2312]

@@hunter_pauley 🫡

[@jeremy_beckers]

Looking forward to the winter camping videos as well! Throw some Alpine Touch on those steaks too. 🙌🏼

[@hunter_pauley]

You and I both. Videos this winter are going to go HARD. Love Alpine touch - great on many things like steaks. Appreciate the support and watch!

[@gtyler-2551]

I thought that was neat, I sought fire towers to explore in my younger days! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@hunter_pauley]

@@gtyler-2551 thank you very much! I def plan on doing some more unique camping experiences like this again!

[@SJVH1]

Appreciate you sharing the experience, Hunter. Very cool spot. Rock on from Michigan!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@SJVH1 thanks for joining in on this one! From what I have seen, many states offer these rentals so you have a good chance. It’s a very unique experience especially if you have a clear night!!

[@spursla1]

I'm from London, UK, but I've driven through Montana a few times. Love the drive along Hwy 2. Stayed in Kalispell, Bozeman, Billings etc... Beautiful part of America. Not gonna lie, but that storm would have freaked me out. Great vid!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@spursla1 you got to see quite a bit of the state! Hwy 2 is a beautiful drive for sure! And the storm was something else but I’m glad I stuck it out. The footage is something I’ll always remember 🙏🏽

[@graziemille2293]

Great video! My mentor always told me why something happened with food if something turned out not as expected. In the case of your mushy sweet potatoes there are a couple things that can cause them to get mushy. 1. The temperature was too low, causing them to steam instead of frying or sautéing. 2. There was too much liquid introduced. Sweet potatoes release moisture of their own and when combined with too much liquid they will steam as well. 3. You overcooked them, which will also cause them to turn mushy. This usually happens when the cut size is small. I like mushy sweet potatoes. They absorb flavors really well. That is why you often see mashed (sweet) potatoes on the side ;)

[@hunter_pauley]

Very insightful info on the potatoes! The more you know 😄

[@angelina9952]

Just found your channel. Love it!!

[@hunter_pauley]

Awesome! Thanks for the watch and support.

[@nicsxnin6786]

Awesome drone footage beautiful scenery, thanks for sharing!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@nicsxnin6786 thanks for the watch and support on the video! 🙏🏽

[@CrippleCreekStudios]

I’m going to miss this premiere on Sunday as I’m going to attend a local Overland show (excited because its my local Off-Road group I just joined). But I will definitely watch later that day. Wish you well!

[@hunter_pauley]

It will be here waiting for you to watch later! Thanks for the support as always.

[@4WDisLife]

Thanks for the amazing experience, from a. Fellow Tacoma owner.

[@hunter_pauley]

Appreciate the donation and the support!

[@chadharkey8548]

Definitely on my bucket list of places to stay, Thank you for sharing your experience! Steaks looked incredible!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@chadharkey8548 it’s a great spot and “easy” to access. Thanks for the support on the videos!

[@chadharkey8548]

@@hunter_pauley Absolutely!

[@CHASNTRUCKS]

This is awesome 😎 thanks for filming this and making such high quality content. This is a dream of mine

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you so much!

[@sandyj8222]

Question?? Were you worried about the window covers breaking with that really strong wind?? That would be so cool, But a little nerve wracking!😂😂

[@hunter_pauley]

@@sandyj8222 100% was nervous about the very thin glass. I actually tried to mess with closing the wooden panel on that side to help with the wind but couldn’t.

[@Everydaybackpacker]

Great video! I have always wanted to visit a fire tower. I just found your channel. I am also based out of Montana and it is definitely a magical place. I can go 50/50 on cheez-its or goldfish, but this video definitely has me craving the cheez-its. What a cool way to experience a storm! Thanks for the vid!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Everydaybackpacker love have locals chime in and watch the channel! Def recommend getting up and visiting a tower when you can. A totally out of this world experience. Will do it again next year…just hope for a clean evening for star gazing haha. Again, appreciate the kind words and support on the video!

[@GeanieG]

Totally the cheesier the better! Cheezits are a perfect beer snack. Enjoying my first video of yours and subscribed.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@GeanieG can’t go wrong with that combo! Thanks for the new sub and support on this upload! Cheers 🤟🏽

[@liammoran9626]

Such great views, looking forward to the winter camping videos!!!

[@hunter_pauley]

Same here - winter camping is going to be a GOOD one this year.

[@analogemma]

Loved this; my gf and I were just up in the Selkirks and stumbled onto a fire lookout, wish it was unlocked like this! Also I'm a goldfish girly until I found out I'm allergic to gluten LOL Edit: you're totally right. Both of us had never been out west before and only ever stayed in Chicago. To see these mountains and then see them again 7,000ft up really changed what kind of landscape I want to see later in my life. Beautiful country.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@analogemma thank you!!! Very few are unlocked especially if they are rented out. I’ve only stumbled across one that was unlocked but it wasn’t one I’d probably stay in either as it was pretty beat down. Glad you were able to enjoy this upload! Appreciate the support on it as well.

[@nathanduvardo4845]

Great video man! Love it and looking forward to winter! Keep it up!!!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@nathanduvardo4845 thank you Nathan! I am also Stoked for the winter camping!!

[@jeraldheinrich3589]

I always wondered if that was possible, renting a fire tower for a night. It definitely looks like something a person should experience.

[@hunter_pauley]

There’s actually quite a few you can rent! The issue is getting a slot as they fill up at the beginning of the year.

[@MathRodriguesBR]

Watching from Brazil, I just drop here by parachute and like it a lot

[@hunter_pauley]

@@MathRodriguesBR thanks for the support all the way down south! Cheers 🤟🏽

[@jeromepatrickdyckhoff5293]

Just Subscribed after watching 5 minutes, Great adventure ! Will watch ur catalog of vids and look forward to the future !! Really Enjoying !!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@jeromepatrickdyckhoff5293 thank you so much for the support and new sub! Mode videos to come for sure 🫡

[@Stevieweevietv]

I'd have to say of all the places I'd want to be in during a thunderstorm, a fire lookout tower is quite low down on the list 😂. Looked epic though! Love these sort of videos. Very relaxing and interesting to watch. Glad your channel was recommended to me. Subbed from here in the UK 🙂👍

[@hunter_pauley]

Haha yes I would have to agree. I knew it might storm up there but didn’t realize it would be as bad as it was. Made for a fun night though still and got to share it with everyone here! Appreciate the sub and support on this one!

[@Soberxking]

Those views sheesh!!! Awesome video man!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Soberxking thank you! And yea tbh e 360° views all the way around are truly unmatched.

[@sweethaven5]

6:28 You are almost above the clouds😅😂

[@hunter_pauley]

haha it was pretty high up there!

[@danachancey7655]

Thank you for sharing! What a beautiful view!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@danachancey7655 appreciate you joining along! Thank you for the support 🙏🏽

[@SpencerHogg]

Ah dude this looks epic, amazing video

[@hunter_pauley]

@@SpencerHogg thanks Spencer! Appreciate the support man. 🤟🏽

[@sandyj8222]

What a beautiful place to sleep for the night!! I might be a little scared to be up there in a big storm!! lol I love your adorable pooch! I love your channel. Especially because I’ve been to whitefish so many times since my Bro lives there. You are so lucky!! Hope you have a great week!! Oh and CHEESE ITS FOR ME!! 😂

[@hunter_pauley]

@@sandyj8222 not going to lie, it was nerve racking at first especially since I didn’t know just how bad the storm was going to get. Whitefish and the surrounding area has a lot to explore for sure. Very blessed to live and experience this great area. Go Cheeze its! 😁

[@markm3448]

Loved the video. Stayed there with my family in 2017. Great memories

[@hunter_pauley]

@@markm3448 that’s wild! Does it look pretty similar inside as in 2017?

[@markm3448]

@@hunter_pauley yes, totally. If anything it looked like it had been fixed up a bit more since I was there. I’ve also stayed at the Big Creek Baldy fire tower. That one is higher and would not want to up that high in the weather you experienced.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@markm3448 That's awesome. I could not imagine being higher up off the ground. This one was already swaying and shifting which was nerve racking.

[@Rollinsx-k]

That morning view tho 😮 sunrise

[@hunter_pauley]

It was truly epic!

[@alleHaug-k3x]

I love you content mate i watching from sweden i will visit montana some day!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@alleHaug-k3x love it! Appreciate the support all the way over in Sweden! Cheers 🙏🏽

[@jmathre44]

Didn't know that was even a thing, awesome video man! I'll have to see if there's any towers here in NM to reserve.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@jmathre44 it’s a pretty cool thing to do! There usually seems to be some of these available to rent in most states. Makes for an awesome trip and experience.

[@jonclassical2024]

You do know, Bigfoots can clime those towers?!?!?!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@jonclassical2024 with all the cameras, I’d be ready! 😂

[@delainecearnel7210]

Lol

[@gmedack]

Not a Cheese-Its fan. Cheese Nips though! Mmm What a super view, by the way.

[@tubefreakmuva]

So so cool.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@tubefreakmuva thank you!

[@bonniekaye]

*Thank you for sharing!* 🙂👍

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for joining in on this one! Cheers.

[@bonniekaye]

@@hunter_pauley You're welcome!

[@allout-we7tj]

this looks so nice

[@hunter_pauley]

It was an incredible time!

[@bonniekaye]

*Loved the video!*

[@hunter_pauley]

@@bonniekaye thanks for watching and the support on this upload! 🙏🏽

[@SJ-EOR]

Why have I never seen a cast iron skillet storage bag? That is awesome. I checked Amazon and they have a bunch of anything to look for or stay away from? Thanks for sharing this video. I know it’s work. But that was so amazing. Peace ☮️

[@hunter_pauley]

@@SJ-EOR it’s a game changer! I have one for the Dutch oven and the cast iron pan. Just make sure to get the correct size for whatever pan or Dutch oven you’re using 🤟🏽

[@timothyholtjr.8600]

Awesome spot and I’m gonna have to look into these now here in Washington State.. I’m a gold fish guy.. but in a pinch, the white cheddar cheez its as a 2nd.. Great video and safe travels

[@hunter_pauley]

@@timothyholtjr.8600 thanks for the kind words and support! White cheddar cheezits…haven’t had those in ages. Might have to pick those up for the next trip 😮‍💨 Appreciate the watch!

[@seekingjoynow1722]

Were you ever scared? That storm was powerful.

[@hunter_pauley]

For sure! I wasn't quite sure just how strong the windows were or the severity of the storm. It all worked out though in the end!

[@craiglawrey7518]

A wonderful video. Thanks for posting!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@craiglawrey7518 thanks for the kind words Craig!

[@craiglawrey7518]

@@hunter_pauley I can’t wait to get my rig next year and be out and about. Just sent your vid out to a couple of friends in hopes to grow your channel. Well deserved in my opinion. All your vids are perfect and a pleasure to watch. No flash, no glitz. Just boom, here’s the beauty. Cheeseits are good, but my go to are wheat thins and cream cheese. Lol

[@hunter_pauley]

@@craiglawrey7518 appreciate the kind words and sharing the videos! I love making these and hearing the excitement from viewers only makes me want to make them even more. I try to keep it real and straight to the point! 🙏🏽🤟🏽

[@blackeyes3313]

This remember me of Chelia Mountains in Algeria.

[@CrippleCreekStudios]

First, can’t say I’ve got a definite opinion on Cheezit or Goldfish, but if I have to chose, I like the Parmesan Goldfish. Second, as awesome as your videos are, even with the drone shots, I know it doesn’t do it justice. I know from experience too, which is why I want to have these actual experiences myself. I enjoyed the video and how you switched up from what you’ve done before. Thanks!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@CrippleCreekStudios thanks for the support as always man! This was a fun switch up for sure and I think I’ll do more variety like this/something different than just the common truck camping videos. Parmesan goldfish are also bomb!

[@hubbysswee]

Hi, fantastic video! Here in the Phoenix Arizona area we tend to have pretty epic storms as well. Our most recent one brought to us a lightning bolt strike within a mile! No measurable count between flash and sound! Great isn’t it? Er, I have a question of a “natural” sort…where did you “wash up” if you get my meaning? Thank you for giving me some respite during a crazy and challenging time. God Bless you!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@hubbysswee thanks for the watch and support on this video! Since it was just overnight, no need to shower. There are pit toilers at these lookouts but didn’t have to go #2 while up there lol

[@hubbysswee]

@@hunter_pauley Primative but available huh? Sounds fantastic tho, if that makes sense. I’ll trade high star hotels with golden toilets for the lookout tower with pit toilets any day! What an experience you had. Love your Toyota btw. I’m a fan, I’ll always own one myself. God bless

[@curseknight5]

im on prep

[@Chez7_]

Looking forward to this one

[@Kastas1]

Great video, new sub. 🎉 beautiful spot.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Kastas1 thanks for the new sub and support on this upload! 🙏🏽

[@DragonflySigns]

Very cool...thanks for the video... I just found this by chance😀👍

[@hunter_pauley]

Glad you found the video! Thanks for the support on this one.

[@SofiaFerreras-i6c]

Nice place and nice video🎉❤

[@hunter_pauley]

@@SofiaFerreras-i6c thank you so much 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@BeckiandChris]

How cozy was that with the storm!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@BeckiandChris honestly a lot better than I was expecting. I felt no drafts or breeze which I thought for sure I would. It’s not insulated from what I could tell. Only thing is the rain started to work its way through the cracks some cause it was coming at the tower that hard.

[@BeckiandChris]

@@hunter_pauley I’m shocked it wasn’t drafty!

[@alisamnt8446]

Almost as beautiful scenery as Colorado!! 😂

[@hunter_pauley]

@@alisamnt8446 Almost 😅 😂

[@thataintright55]

Fish - Parmesan flavor all day :)

[@hunter_pauley]

That flavor is sooo good too!!!

[@mauriceaustin3442]

Great video. Thanks for sharing

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the watch and support!

[@LynnzTribe4]

Better Cheddars are better than Cheez-its! 😁 LOL! I discovered those when my boys and I moved down here from Helena in 1990. We're in Phoenix, AZ. ❤

[@LynnzTribe4]

BTW, what kind of coffee were you drinking ?

[@hunter_pauley]

@@LynnzTribe4 I don’t know if I have ever had those! And the coffee is from “rocktop”. They are down in Arizona.

[@LynnzTribe4]

@hunter_pauley oh! I'll have to find them down here. I love trying different coffees. Lol You should try better cheddars, they cost a bit more than cheez-its and never go on sale, but, I indulge every now and then. 😁 Love your content, I'm a new sub and definitely will be watching, as MT is home. Have family there, all over the state, and on all reservations. 🪶 🤎 Thx, Hunter!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@LynnzTribe4 I will have to look to see if I can find them in Walmart up here. We don't have as many chain grocery stores as you may know. And thanks for the new sub! More Montana content will be coming soon. Excited to share the winter snow content as well!

[@judylopez3302]

Another great video ! ❤

[@hunter_pauley]

@@judylopez3302 thank you so much for the support Judy. Means a ton!

[@montyreed333]

Nice Tacoma. I have a 16 OR absolutely love mine. Will a stock Tacoma make up the mountain?

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you! And yes, you can make it in a stock tacoma. Just need a vehicle with higher clearance and you’d be perfectly fine in that.

[@LongOffAdventures]

Great video as always.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@LongOffAdventures thank you for the continued support! 🤟🏽

[@silent3135]

Im dead set on moving to Montana in seven years when I retire. Im looking at the Flathead Valley area. Maybe Kalispell.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@silent3135 🤟🏽🤟🏽🤟🏽

[@shawnsimmons-collier6978]

White cheddar cheese it’s yum

[@hunter_pauley]

White cheddar ones are super tasty for sure!

[@marlenesnyder2428]

I was born in Montana, it looked like it was cold there in the look out, big sky country, Washington State

[@hunter_pauley]

A very chilly morning for sure! Coffee was much needed the next morning. Thanks for the watch!

[@MrDacharm02]

Great video, 1 question, who's flying the drone while you're driving? Lol

[@hunter_pauley]

It can track the vehicle most of the times or sometimes I will take over the controls if needed

[@cynthiaknicely8202]

I prefer neither cheese it’s or goldfish they are way too dry! Lol

[@hunter_pauley]

@@cynthiaknicely8202 haha fair enough! The real question then…which cracker or snack is your go to? 👀