Enduring a Severe Thunderstorm in a Montana Fire Lookout

[@DaleE-u4n]

My father lied about his age in the late 40s to get a job working lookouts in the mountains of Washington. He was 17 his first year and worked alone for the whole summer on top of a mountain. He had a ton of stories of those years he would share with me on our backpacking trips in my youth. He passed a couple of years ago and I miss him dearly.

[@hunter_pauley]

I can’t even being to imagine the stories he had working then in Washington. They have some crazy ones over there.

[@nthans]

Would love to here some of his stories if you’re willing to share. Sounds like he was a cool dude.

[@peterbgesrensen2272]

Same here!

[@DaleE-u4n]

@@nthans Here is a quick one (and probably the most funny he ever shared). One of the summits he worked on had an outcropping which was a jumble of rocks at the edge of the mountain. The outhouse was placed on top of the rocks. On cold windy nights, you would have to time your "business" with the wind gusts that came up the valley and up the face of the mountain side. One particular night the wind was howling and my father had to go. While taking care of business, he heard a gust coming up the valley and before he could finish and get out, the gust came up through the rocks and up and out of the hole in the outhouse. My father said that "my jacket was blown up and over my head and the wind was COLD!" As he put it, "it was like sitting on the backside of a jet engine". As a kid, you can imagine the fit of laughter I had at that story.

[@mfjaages]

@@DaleE-u4n🤣😳

[@billping2633]

A rain storm like that I would fall asleep to in a few minutes.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@billping2633 nothing quite like sleeping in it! 🙏🏽

[@easterdm]

I could sleep for a week like that.

[@thebombdigitydog]

I live out here, It really does make you sleep. During this storm i was on a covered front deck in a hammock relaxing and listening to it.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@thebombdigitydog I bet it was awesome to be down there haha!

[@TheCJRhodes]

@@thebombdigitydog not from that area, but I love having the windows open (if the wind isn't continuously blowing that direction) and feeling the cool storm breeze during the summertime, or just sitting on the porch and feeling it.

[@KarlMartell732]

You guys have so much of wilderness in the US and Canada, so much to explore. Such a beautiful country.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@KarlMartell732 def very lucky to have so much area to explore and have fun in! 🙏🏽

[@BonesyTucson]

Brother, I live over the border in Canada and the amount of endless space and forest is mind blowing.. it really is a paradise if you are of that sort too :)

[@KarlMartell732]

@@BonesyTucson I can only imagine that. My home country Germany is cramped and overpopulated. We have beautiful nature as well, but there's always ppl everywhere who ruin the atmosphere 😂 I'd love to camp in the North American wilderness although I would be afraid of bears and so in 😜

[@paradoxstudios6639]

@@KarlMartell732 I'd rather be around bears than Moose-lums your government and the globalists thought was a great idea to let in.

[@gwenfowler1826]

@@KarlMartell732maybe some day you will get to. I hope you do. Enjoy all you can where you live. Take care.

[@austintyler7901]

Cooking tip: you should be throwing garlic in toward the VERY end. It turns bitter when over cooked. So you want to get a crust on both sides of the meat, then throw in a big tab of butter, you're garlic, your rosemary, then baste the steaks while you finish getting them up to temp

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you so much! Will have to add the garlic more towards the end next time 🙏🏽

[@SilentMidnightWinter]

Huh, I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@rroycefintmost1759]

you're garlic

[@allenra530]

In 1977 I worked for the Forest Service in Oregon. We maintained the logging roads in the National Forest and our crew was often working on the exposed ridges of the Cascades. As the foreman, I had to make sure that we were not exposed to the dangers of lightning storms. The storms would start to build up at around 1300 hours and would move from south to north. As the fully developed thunderheads began to put out lightning, at about 1630-1700 hours, the fire lookouts would send radio messages to the Ranger District headquarters dispatchers. I would hear each lookout as they reported that they were going off the air for a storm in their vicinity and would start moving my crew down the mountain when the lookout 20 miles to the south of us went off the air. We tried to be well down the mountain before the storm reached us. Several times we found trees that had been destroyed by lightning and slabs of wood 30-40 feet long and a foot or two wide by a foot thick were scattered across the road. That was the incentive to be away from the ridge tops when a storm came up the line of the mountains.

[@TonyAlvestad]

As a native Montanan who now lives in Florida, this video really makes me miss home. I miss being able to get away from people and cities and disappear into the wilderness for days at a time, I definitely took that for granted. Loved the video, thank you.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for the kind words. It sure is nice to escape people out here. One thing I do appreciate daily.

[@jamesconner3437]

Similar here. I'm from the foothills of the Smokies, but have lived 40 years in the suburbs of Chicago. Ready to retire, and definitely want to go to a scenic , hilly area, not to New Florida, which is a shell of the great Florida it was in the 60s, 70s, even 80s.

[@LisaLisa-in4vw]

Watching from the UK. What a beautiful part of the USA! The internet is a wonderful thing! Ill never get to experience seeing views like that without it. Thank you

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the support all the way across the ocean! Glad you could experience this. Cheers!

[@LisaLisa-in4vw]

@@hunter_pauley Most welcome, you have a new subscriber!

[@onecozypinchyboii8592]

​@LisaLisa-in4vw nonsense friend. Just hop the pond and come see for yourself. It's never impossible to witness the beauty of the mountains when driving thru them. They are spectacular but sometimes scary lol I would say so myself 🤣 the US welcomes you with open arms 🤗

[@jackelracer593]

Montana is full buddy

[@alison5009]

@@onecozypinchyboii8592I know you mean well, but it isn’t that easy to travel for everyone. That is nonsense.

[@nickstojanovic8868]

Stunning 360 view. Loved how your dog at 36:20 wasn't comfortable with the rough weather and jumped into your lap for a security snuggle

[@hunter_pauley]

The views were incredible even with the storm and overcast. Will 100% be back to this one again. He did really well for the storm and as bad as it was. Def needed some cuddles for security though!

[@randycole6491]

This video almost brought tears to my eyes. I was born and raised in Libby. What a great place to grow up. Wish I was still there. Staying in that tower is now on my bucket list.

[@hunter_pauley]

Wow! Glad you found the video and was able enjoy it. Lots of stuff to explore up in this area of Montana 🙏🏽

[@TheCJRhodes]

Wow, what a small small world! It's so cool that you stumbled on this video 😆

[@MillHillNative]

I live here in Libby...absolutely beautiful!

[@danablakeslee8515]

I feel the same way. I'm from Dillon, Montana, now living in Idaho. I want to go home so badly. Thanks for sharing, Hunter.

[@hunter_pauley]

@ thanks for watching! Just uploaded a new video on a other fire tower as well 🙏🏽

[@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!

[@Powerharp62]

My wife and I spent summers of ‘73 and ‘76 on a 65’ tower in North-central Idaho. Absolute blast. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@hunter_pauley]

That sounds like an amazing experience. I bet you guys weathered some summer storms especially if you did it 2 summers.

[@Powerharp62]

@@hunter_pauley Oh what I would have given for a good line of t-storms to come by when we were on that tower in Idaho. You’re a lucky guy.

[@BradScott-ys6ot]

@@Powerharp62u were there for entire summers?

[@Powerharp62]

@@BradScott-ys6ot Yes, 73 and 76.

[@jeffmorris739]

Loved seeing your dog jump into your lap for protection during the storm. They are such wonderful babies and need you so much to feel safe. Best friends for life. Thanks for the video.

[@hunter_pauley]

I couldn’t ask for a better companion 🙏🏽❤️

[@annmacbride3100]

Nice. I got married in an 80 foot fire tower in the Adirondacks 19 years ago. It was windy that day...and yes it swayed.

[@hunter_pauley]

Damn! That is one heck of an experience I bet and something you’ll always remember.

[@fluffycuteish]

That’s so cool, what tower was it? I’ve only been to one (so far) in the Adirondacks (I’m from North Carolina) and it was Kane Mountain :)

[@annmacbride3100]

@@fluffycuteish Wakely

[@armorist6570]

Awesome seeing people from all over the world appreciating natural beauty!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@armorist6570 I couldn’t agree more! 🙏🏽

[@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 !!

[@peggymathiason4184]

Hunter, ran into this video and by chance it was Meadow Peak. I grew up on a cattle ranch in Lost Prairie, and that lookout was a mountain fixture in my young life, overlooking our place. Never made it up there, but now I know what it was like. Great video, good cooking. We experienced that storm a couple of weeks ago, on the valley floor in the Flathead, but it had to be wild up on the mountain. The area you were is truly heaven to me. Thanks!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the kind words! Glad you found the video or it found you. It's funny cause I was texting a friend about riding the storm out that night and then it hit them in Kalispell. He couldn't believe I stayed and stuck through it. Some folks on here think it wasn't that bad but those that were in town know just how bad the lighting and wind truly was!

[@amberatkinson4230]

I had no idea that fire lookouts existed, let alone that you could rent them for an overnight. Definitely something I'm going to do. Thank you for sharing!

[@hunter_pauley]

Def check some of them out! Lots of them to rent and explore.

[@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!

[@lauriefrancisco1084]

I was unaware you could rent a fire tower to stay in. What a wonderful idea. Now on my bucket list!

[@hunter_pauley]

Lots of them around the country to rent! Def check them out online.

[@Lyndyette]

Cheez-it girl here. Thank you for sharing this adventure with us. Absolutely amazing scenery. I was a bit nervous when I could see the roof shaking. YIKES! Glad you got to experience that wonderful place. We all are much richer being able to see the grandeur of this place we call earth because of videos like this. Blessings and safe travels! Love your sweet pup! So adorable!!!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Lyndyette thanks for the watch and support on this video! It was quite the experience with the storm passing through that evening and into the night. Something I will remember for sure! Once again, cheers and thanks for the kind words! 🙏🏽🤟🏽

[@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!

[@DeuceGenius]

That place is heaven

[@hunter_pauley]

It’s something else! 🙏🏽

[@Meadow_24]

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

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Meadow_24 the views were something else for sure! Appreciate the support on this upload 🙏🏽

[@LB_Riptide]

Just to let you know, never give your dog garlic. It's quite toxic for dogs along with leeks and onions it's best to give any kind of human meat without any garlic on it!

[@renasenpai4033]

Please also don't give your dog human meat 😂

[@LB_Riptide]

@@renasenpai4033 well I guess that came out wrong lol I didn't mean to feed your dog an arm and a leg but if you're eating a plain steak with no salt and pepper, garlic onions it's okay to give a piece of steak

[@Frozenflame3000]

Thnx for letting known

[@CMasta121]

My dog likes human meat though?​@@renasenpai4033

[@australienne11]

In large amounts.

[@dutchgram3799]

Awesome views! This would be such a memorable experience. Oh to be 25-30 years old again! The older I get the more I realize how much I missed out on experiencing.

[@hunter_pauley]

I have heard that quite a bit and something my mom constantly pushes is - experience life when you can because one day you might not be able to. Cheers and thank you for the support on the video.

[@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 🙏🏽

[@ronfox5519]

US 2 is beautiful all the way across.

[@antonleimbach648]

I wonder if being in that tower when it rained was the favorite time to be up there of the forest service individuals…… No fires to watch out for, just chillin’ with the dog or cat and a good book.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@antonleimbach648 only thing would be lighting and having to watch for that. That’s how a majority of the remote fires get started. If it was just rain, the chill factor would be 100 for sure!

[@sshumkaer]

my Grandma cooked in cast iron all the way up until she passed away, the food was always great. Cast Iron was always clean and oiled and ready to go. great seasoning.

[@hunter_pauley]

It's amazing to cook on! Gotta keep them clean and then oiled after using for sure. Something I have found that is super important after cooking on it.

[@sshumkaer]

@hunter_pauley true. She also had a cast iron roaster she cooked Turkey and Holiday Hams in

[@PeppieP]

Our grandparents cooked food tasted so much better then, without all the additives, colourings etc. I still have one of my grandmas frying pan - and it is clean and oiled ready to use.

[@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 🙏🏽

[@Kimberly-uf9dj]

Gotta love, a man who can cook! Add in the views. What a perfect setting. This planet certainly has some beautiful, captivating, serene landscapes. Thank you so much for the video!

[@hunter_pauley]

Haha thank you! Some may see the cooking and more as overkill, but I love doing it. It’s relaxing and fun for me. Thanks for joining along on this upload!

[@kingsdaughter1647]

Just got back home from our property in MT. There is no descriptive word that conveys the deep visceral feeling you get when you’re standing on a MT mountain. From sunrise to sunset and then starlight can only be experienced because words fail to describe the beauty. Have ridden out rain, hail and this year wind that I was pretty sure was going to pick up our little camper and send me down into Flathead Lake. Off the grid is another life. The moment we leave, we start counting the days until we return.

[@hunter_pauley]

I 100% agree. There is just something about the air and scenery that makes it feel so special to some. It’s a great area! 🙏🏽

[@TheSaltySunflower]

Some of the storms around the lake this year were awful. The one storm a few months back took down several trees on our property.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@TheSaltySunflower yea last one blew some trees down in whitefish! Ruined some boats at Flathead I heard too.

[@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 🙏🏽

[@matthalfremmbertohydrate1672]

Norway agrees!

[@hunter_pauley]

@@matthalfremmbertohydrate1672 Thanks for the support!

[@kellymurphy6642]

I would’ve killed to see some of that storm rolling in

[@AB-NJ]

Great point about viewing things in person vs seeing a photo.

[@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.

[@brettfavreify]

My uncles used to do this job in Canada in the 1930s, along with being trappers, fishing guides, farming, plowing snow and bulldozing new roads.

[@hunter_pauley]

Must have been wild as all heck back in the 30s. I couldn't even imagine what type of stuff they saw!

[@MikeKelley-l3l]

I've been searching for something all my life,then I see this place,wow.

[@hunter_pauley]

Glad you found this video! Thanks for joining along 😌

[@soupbone7345]

Your spot on about eating food while camping, it does taste better out in the wilderness, rather than being at your house. especially steak - n- tators.. coffee as well.🤗

[@hunter_pauley]

The food really does! Coffee especially on those cold mornings :)

[@Musicismylove888]

This was one of the most peaceful and enjoyable videos I've watched in quite some time. Loved every minute of it.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@Musicismylove888 thank you for the kind words and tuning into this episode! Cheers.

[@Smarty9300]

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

[@hunter_pauley]

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

[@nancym5814]

I love this video! It's the first of your channel that I am viewing. I have been to some truly amazing places and climbed an old crikety tower in my youth. I am 75 now and probably could not climb up to your site so from the bottom of my heart thank you for sharing your beautiful experience! Everything is enhanced and so much more vivid and for me spiritual when you're out in nature. I have been outspoken about it since I was 19 and I am a rather big introvert! I just don't get how some people will trash and destroy our Earth. Please everyone do better. Blessings and keep doing your spectacular photography and adventures! 🕊💜🌎💜🕊

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for the support and watch on this video! Odi and I appreciate it.

[@sovereignbaldeagle]

This just what I need. Pure calmness

[@hunter_pauley]

Dropping a new one just like this tomorrow ;)

[@sovereignbaldeagle]

@ sweet

[@jimmysanders5261]

That looked so amazing, I could see the light swaying with the wind. Nothing like a night out with your best buddy.

[@hunter_pauley]

The wind was quite strong for sure! Such an awesome experience though - and having my pup there just made the night that much better.

[@timb350]

Epic fire-tower views is an effing understatement. That right there is a freakin religious experience!!!!

[@hunter_pauley]

Gonna have to really work to experience this again next summer!

[@GenuinelyJodi]

What a view. And I love thunderstorms. To see them roll in. Epic! Just found your channel. New follower. Your dog Odi is adorable.

[@hunter_pauley]

@@GenuinelyJodi nothing quite like it that’s for sure! Glad I got to experience it!

[@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.

[@House0fHoot]

I LOVE the storm. It’s so beautiful!

[@hunter_pauley]

It was quite the experience!

[@masterp2269]

I live in Missouri. I made some hamburger hash in my cast iron on a Colorado mountain camp last week. Twas pristine. Did a crazy hike in RMNP, spent several days in Poudre Canyon camping, hiking and catching trout....I literally teared up a bit when I left. The mountains are like a different planet to me.

[@hunter_pauley]

Sounds like you had a great time! And I can totally understand the feeling about the mountains and just being out there. Something else about it and something that not many will understand.

[@Rayzer2368]

Oh man, they’d have to call in a SWAT team to get me out of there. I can’t even imagine the peace and quiet of a place like that. I’d wear my Kindle Paperwhite out pretty quick. Great video!

[@hunter_pauley]

Haha! On a nice clear night and day, it would be something else for sure!

[@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!

[@lifeintornadoalley]

Beautiful rain shaft at 31:00 😊 definitely wouldn't mind this view during storms.

[@hunter_pauley]

The views were something else!

[@lifeintornadoalley]

@@hunter_pauley do y'all allow meteorologists to camp out there? I wouldn't mind studying storms from there either

[@hunter_pauley]

@ these are public towers that you can rent.

[@tumbleweed57]

Cheez its are one of my favorite snacks. Sometimes they are supper!

[@hunter_pauley]

A lot of great flavors with them too!

[@BrandonTahedl]

First video of yours I've seen, thankful that it showed up in my feed. Really enjoyed the views, perspective and of course the music choices! Great work!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks Brandon! Will be releasing another fire tower video next Tuesday which will be a banger. Cheers!

[@4WDisLife]

the way that lantern rocks during the storm

[@Elizabeth_Hardy]

That may be the coolest video I’ve ever watched on KZbin

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the support Elizabeth!

[@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 😂😂

[@Embobmaster]

Truthfully, with the short-form content of today, I have the attention-span of a rat. I typically will skip through videos to see their highlights. I gotta say, I watched every second of this one. You make it easy to watch and listen, and like you said, you are not YET making much from KZbin. Trust me, with the peace that this video brought to me, I know that you will be in no time. This video was amazing and has inspired 16 year old Ohioan me to hope for a trip to Montana one day. It's safe to say that I will be booking a fire lookout as well.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the watch and the comment man! Means a lot for you to take the time to say and write it out. Appreciate it! Cheers.

[@gabrielwatson7721]

I have the Good Lords Blessing to live in the North Georgia Mountains. Fort Mountain is one of the most beautiful places to view from atop! When you gaze over every direction you get a sense of peace. You are king of that place, just for a moment. That storm was intense but beautiful at the same time. Thank you for sharing this with us. God Speed, Brother.💯🙏💪

[@hunter_pauley]

Sounds like an amazing place to live for sure! The storm was crazy to experience that high up but once in a lifetime opportunity. Cheers and thanks for joining in on this upload.

[@jakreu]

Enduring? This is anything but enduring. This is enjoying!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for watching the video!

[@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!

[@joyanders3968]

I could look at that view for hours. Gorgeous.

[@hunter_pauley]

It was something else that’s for sure!

[@anneo3624]

Wow. Gorgeous video, thank you so much for posting your experience on a mountaintop. I love thunderstorms and enjoyed sharing your experience being in the middle of one! Subscribed and will be watching more. ❤

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you for joining along on this video! It was a blast to make and share with everyone. Cheers!

[@laraschauble]

The poor dog seemed so scared..needed to be comforted.. you're brave to be up there...I would've freaked out during the storm...

[@hunter_pauley]

@@laraschauble trust me he wasn’t scared but rather tired from running around for hours prior lol.

[@jeffro7p202]

I thought that area looked familiar. Not to far from my house. And cheez it for sure. There good in tomato soup and crumbled on top of baked mac n cheese too.

[@hunter_pauley]

Awesome to see the video reaching someone local! And didn’t even think of cheese it’s on top of tomato soup 😮🤤

[@veronica0406]

The best part of staying in fire lookouts is the night sky. Photographing the stars and the Milky Way from them is epic! ✨ Great video, thank you for sharing!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for watching!

[@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.

[@Mikeybooks]

New sub. Absolutely loved this, this stuff is the best. And for the cheezit goldfish dilema, cheezits hands down 😅😂 stay safe brother. Keep on treking. Nice rig aswell

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you! I knew that cheezit and goldfish would get some folks for sure haha. Cheers!

[@carrotsongRPG]

Dang. This is my dream. My idea of heaven.

[@hunter_pauley]

It was a blessing to experience 🤟🏽

[@janetsmiley6778]

I had an aunt who worked in ha fire tower in Mississippi many many years ago.

[@willfultrain6779]

Wow, that place is epic, and the fact they rent out the old watch towers is really cool.

[@hunter_pauley]

It’s quite the experience to be able to rent these out!

[@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!

[@hucklebearer53]

Cool! First time to watch one of your videos! Looking forward to seeing more!

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the support! Lots more to come - winter content will be here once it snows too :)

[@finnneganfox]

This is so fantastically tranquilizing, i enjoyed every minute of it and you nailed it with the music too. I live in Finland and im no stranger to the beauty of finnish nature, but i absolutely love mountains and mountain ranges and sadly we dont have any of those here. Maybe one day i'll get to hike up there in MT or Canada even. Thanks so much for this video, you've certainly earned my sub

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you so much for the support on the video AND taking the time to write out a thoughtful comment. It means a lot :) Cheers!

[@patriciawinkler3939]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for joining along!

[@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 😄

[@hummingbirdinSoCal]

What an incredible video of your time in the fire tower! I agree with you, there is no feeling like being in the mountains with a spectacular view like that! I think it's the mountain air that makes food taste better as well! 😁 My grandfather built our family cabin in the Colorado mts almost a hundred years ago. It stands nearly the same as the day he last stepped foot in it; no running water, no indoor plumbing. And it is by far my favorite place in the world to be! Nothing beats the amazing view and the crisp mountain air! Thanks again for this video! Wow!! 🤩🤩👍

[@hunter_pauley]

I 100% agree! Nothing else quite like having views and an amazing place to enjoy it like this. Sounds like you know the same feeling with the cabin in Colorado! Thanks for the support on this upload. Uploading another one just like it today :)

[@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!

[@brendabinczewski7624]

What a amazing video. Wow. I love Montana and the weather changes in an instant. Thank you and take care

[@hunter_pauley]

@@brendabinczewski7624 as we say, it could go from snowing to sunshine or sunshine to hail in a matter of minutes! Never know what Montana will throw at ya.

[@brendabinczewski7624]

@@hunter_pauley That is so true. I have witnessed Montana going from 75 to 30s. It’s crazy

[@sergiine]

Fears of Fathom- IronBark lookout vibes

[@hunter_pauley]

Someone else mentioned this too - had to look it up and I see the similarity now haha

[@Lenae23]

I actually thought this might have been a live play of the game. Lol

[@lisamoore5134]

What a beautiful view of those Montana mountains. Thats really cool that you could rent something like that. I really enjoyed watching. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@hunter_pauley]

It’s an awesome experience for sure. Thanks for joining and watching this upload 🤟🏽🙏🏽

[@angelina9952]

Just found your channel. Love it!!

[@hunter_pauley]

Awesome! Thanks for the watch and support.

[@shep9231]

Your level of work in this vid is truly something else. subbed.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you! Have another one in a fire tower dropping next Tuesday!

[@jonclassical2024]

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

[@hunter_pauley]

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

[@delainecearnel7210]

Lol

[@jessicathomas73]

It was a pretty comfortable and relaxing way to "endure" a severe thunderstorm 🤣it looks like a nice spot to stay

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for the support on the upload! Appreciate the watch 🤟🏽

[@jessicathomas73]

@@hunter_pauley No worries, I enjoyed the video 🙂

[@Aspen7780]

What a wonderful job for those who were actually assigned to fire towers

[@hunter_pauley]

Truly would be! What a summer of memories that’s for sure.

[@shadish124]

Great experience. Thanks for taking us along.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for joining!

[@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. 🤝🏽

[@suzylarry1]

we see the wind by the movement of the lantern. Great view of the countryside !

[@hunter_pauley]

Yea the wind was no joke for sure!

[@windwatcher11]

Thanks for bringing us along! I could live up there for a while, especially with that weather!! Holy cow! Awesome exposure!⚡️⛈️

[@hunter_pauley]

@@windwatcher11 thank you joining in on this one! Was a blast to film and share with everyone 🙏🏽

[@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!!🙏🏽

[@mzkatbee463]

What an amazing video. I loved visiting my daughter when she lived in MT.

[@hunter_pauley]

It's an amazing area for sure. Winters are brutal but makes summers that much better!

[@agoodlifelived]

Thank you for this awesome adventure! I had no clue that it was possible to rent some of the fire lookouts. Your positive attitude is a plus!

[@hunter_pauley]

You can rent these towers AND cabins in many parts of the country. It's a great way to escape.

[@cline2190]

Awesome video! What an experience that must have been! Love watching your content! Keep it up!

[@hunter_pauley]

It was pretty awesome for sure! Can’t wait to do more of it next summer.

[@dinahjackson8146]

You are BLESSED MAN, SIR! ❤ I absolutely looove Thunderstorms! I would have been all bundled up, with lights out and watched/listened to every minute of that storm.😮 I also, looove lighthouses. Have you ever watched a storm over the ocean? AAAMAZING! I'm a first timer to your program. Thank you for the adventure!❤

[@hunter_pauley]

The storm was something else! It was an amazing experience and truly something I will always remember. Haven't watched many storms over the ocean but I bet it's something else with the waves and ocean! Cheers & I appreciate the support.

[@dinahjackson8146]

@@hunter_pauley Cheers! 😃

[@gwenfowler1826]

My first video of yours. I enjoyed it even though I would liked to have seen more of the storm but it got dark. What awesome views you had. ❤

[@hunter_pauley]

Thank you! Glad you were able to find the channel with this video. Have made mental notes for future cases - record more of the storm! :)

[@gbluemoon70]

I drove down from Canada a few times back in 95 and 96 when I hade some R&R after the British Army Med Man exercises... I did the same road trip twice from Coutts to Great Falls and onto Missoula... wonderful part of the world and will go back one day to drive along route 200...

[@hunter_pauley]

@@gbluemoon70 it’s such a beautiful drive up in this area. Couldn’t ask for much more!

[@philf4086]

Fun video! Your coffee regimen was funny - nothing like the Aeropress for a good cup!

[@hunter_pauley]

Yea lot of people mention that but the cafe late protein shake in it is bomb and it’s a quick way for me to start the day with 30 grams protein 🙏🏽🤟🏽

[@BradScott-ys6ot]

i cant believe i fell for it. Dude i stopped watching television in 2016, due to commercials. Im grabbin some cheezits tho 😂. Havent had in years…🔥U r very fortunate my friend. Love yer buddy there too. 🙏🏻🍻 PS: im a cheezit, goldfish AND better cheddar people.😄 Ever had the burnt cheezits?🤯

[@govnaglub9130]

I remember that storm, bunch of trees went down all over the valley. Good storm puts me right to sleep though haha

[@hunter_pauley]

It was a wild night for sure!

[@jkmsaturn]

No better content than calamity. Actually all of it was quite enjoyable.

[@hunter_pauley]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏽

[@debbienichols3362]

Very cool I think this is the same fire tower that Jack from tiny cabin life has camped at with his family little scary for me but amazing thanks for sharing Debbie from New jersey😊

[@hunter_pauley]

I took a peek at his fire tower videos that he has posted and they appear to be different. Pretty close but that white one was actually in Tahoe it appears. Thanks for the support on this upload!

[@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.