Chased by a Bighorn Sheep - Backpacking the Little Grand Canyon

I head out for an overnight trip in the Rafael Swell... and have an unexpected encounter with a bighorn sheep!
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[@mitchsn]

A new line has been written! Foresty Forest, he lives in a van! Foresty Forest, he runs from a ram!❤

[@dynoreed7235]

👍 😂

[@Patvk8]

Lol, I'd say he runs like a ram! 😂

[@bonniepwtf]

Spot on Mitch🎯

[@skyblueerik]

🐏🐏🐏

[@Zukue]

[@guybeingaguy]

Now THIS is the content I came to see! Run Forest RUN!

[@deew7014]

😂 good one

[@latigo3332]

😂

[@forestyforest]

🤣

[@shindoggy]

😂

[@mic4902]

5☆ movie reference!

[@mk6945]

Hence forth I deem thee: ROCKO THE RAM SLAYER. You gotta love Rocko. Her "Hey! Back Off!" bark to another animal 8 times her size with horns no less is classic terrier. She put herself between Forest and that sheep. What a brave little fire cracker she is. Best investment you ever made Forest. Alarm system, heater, missile with teeth and best entertainment that money can't buy. What a buddy.

[@backroadbirder3316]

Poor Rocko; first you tell her a scary bedtime story about aliens, and then she gets chased by a big horn sheep! She was still willing to protect you though, even with the scary bedtime story, lol. Good ol' Rocko, an hilarious character!

[@Adventures4vida]

I know you’ve had rocko for a while now, but man she is such a good addition to your adventure. What a gem she is!

[@BlacqueJacqueShellacque_]

I remember when he was thinking about it, I thought it was a bad idea and would hinder him on his adventures. Boy was I wrong. :D

[@TroyHomenchuk]

She was your bearspray out there :)

[@angelapietras1235]

You are so right ,I love watching Foresty,Forest.but now it’s extra special because he has a faithful companion in Rocco.

[@SpknTC13]

@@BlacqueJacqueShellacque_ Yeah I was thinking the same thing but she's definitely a great girl to have along. Kinda made me think about a JRT and sure enough I got TWO!! Boy & girl, siblings. They're awesome!!

[@papifeo.]

It kills me that this man puts in all this good work to make good content and yaw dumbass animal lovers worried but a damn dog.

[@hexhex7220]

Rocko barking at the Big Horn..." Bring it on..Big Boy, you'll hafta get through me"!!! Never a dull moment :)

[@jonkaminsky8382]

12:17 Rocko is telling the story about her tense stand off with the Big Horn Ram .. including the details of what she would have done to the beast if it had tried to attack her human! You have a devoted friend there with a courageous heart.

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

🤣

[@davidgriffin14]

You are so lucky that Rocko was there with you to scare that sheep away. She was definitely barking trying to protect you.

[@eliminator7ful]

Yes. Yes. It was the all the PHEAR put out by the Jack Russell Terror!

[@HondaRider190]

Dude had a 300lb ram on his tail, and he remembers to turn the camera around so we can see LMAO. Love the commitment Foresty

[@larrymunden1753]

That big horn would have given me a heart attack. Rocko was stellar how she barked at him. She is one of a kind! The ancient drawings and landscapes are incredible.🐕🐐

[@banksiasong]

Bravo wee Rocky making up such a strong defensive position to protect Foresty.

[@dh5363]

Lol that last bark from Rocco when the sheep was running away is like "Yeah! You better run!" What a brave cutie standing up to someone 10 times her size. Simon, you're lucky she was there to protect you haha

[@joanhuggett5164]

Rocko was ready to take on that Bighorn for you, Foresty. Don't want to think about it. Glad you are both safe. At the start of the video, I was laughing, but pretty soon it wasn't funny at all. Beautiful place though. We are a West Australian family who are devoted to your channel. You and Rocko are our favourite people. Stay safe, Simon.

[@guybeingaguy]

Honestly, Rocco would just IRRITATE the hell out of that ram. Think of a huge rat chasing you, nipping and barking NON STOP. Jack Russels are quite effective irritants, don’t be fooled 😁 Ram has no power with his head lowered either. He wouldn’t know what to do but flee. I feel pretty confident with my opinion 🤪

[@JulieBullard-zc5gv]

❤awwww❤

[@joanhuggett5164]

Thank you so much @@guybeingaguy you have put my mind at rest. Cheers from West Aussies.

[@deborahsimpson4968]

​@@guybeingaguyya it was actually the mini fox/coyote/wolf Rocko predator that sent Big Daddy into protect mode. They don't just butt. They'll stomp the hell out of a predator too, in a heart beat, and to Big daddy Rocko was the little trailblazer predatory canine and deemed a signifiant threat.

[@priyamason7365]

That was so scary! Rocco was such a tough gal barking and defending you. She is truly a blessing and I’m so glad you both made it back safely!

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

The spiritual meaning of the ram is wisdom and discernment. Foresty Forest: I DUNNO

[@Jon-jk8vd]

_Bah bah black sheep have you any wool_

[@judybethclark9431]

Rocko was doing her part to protect you. Maybe we should call her Braveheart!

[@offgridrecon]

I’m glad ewe are ok…. 🤣👍🏻

[@forestyforest]

😅

[@ayo9057]

@@forestyforest that's why u need a gun !

[@moxjett]

Rocko playing with a rock. She cracks me up. 😆

[@fitter70]

Racco was ready to defend you with her life. What an awesome companion.

[@michaelyasenchok8011]

Cannot for the life of me figure out why there aren't 2 million subscribers. Just a great channel.

[@jenford7078]

LORDY! What was more treacherous the big horn or fording that icy river so many times? Both! That art makes me feel like an ant in the scheme of the world.

[@cotter9751]

Wow. The footage is amazing. You've become such a great visual story-teller. And your humor shines through no matter the circumstances!

[@forestyforest]

Thank you!

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

That Chrysler Ram didn't care for Foresty's Chevy Van Express

[@Jon-jk8vd]

That was no mini van

[@mountainwench7763]

Wow. What an amazing adventure. My husband and I encountered bighorn sheep in Utah at Capital Reef. They are incredible. One minute they were facing us at the top of a cliff and seconds later they were 500 feet down in the canyon. There is no way you could escape them if they wanted to pursue you. Rocko wasn't going to back down, though. Love that little girl.

[@John-Nada]

I've had a bighorn sheep chase my dog. Rocko might be the target. Utah is a good place to see mountain lions. They'll walk along the ridges looking down while following you and might choose to confront your dog but coyotes are the biggest threat to small dogs. Coyotes kill foxes on their territory all the time.

[@Sarah-xw2ff]

@John-Nada, That's pretty sobering.

[@davecisneros5285]

yeah I was thinking Rocko should have been in the jacket at the first sign of trouble to get him out of sight.

[@marlenehepner8759]

Big horn sheep see all dogs as predators. The sheep was not interested in Forest, but Rocko. I had a similar experience in Jasper / hiking in the Rockies. I was in a more populated area and a park official advised me to keep my dog in my vehicle and away from the big horns as they could all charge / trample my little Shitsu The sheep cannot differentiate between domestic dogs and coyotes or wolves. All are the same to them.

[@MrTurner71]

Saved by Rocko!

[@currentfaves65]

10:55 Go Rocko !!! I think Rocko made him rethink the risk reward !

[@InfinitePause]

The way you pack in so much adventure into a 15 minute video is a feat in itself. Love your channel.

[@forestyforest]

Thanks!

[@keeganmcgilacuddy472]

Run Foresty Run

[@joeblow5037]

lol

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

That Bighorn Sheep just wanted a meetup with Foresty Forest.

[@nancyhanson3472]

😂🤣😆 What can poor Foresty do about over-zealous fans?

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Nancy needs to call the sheep hot line

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@nancyhanson3472 That Hotheaded Bighorn Sheep needs a Nancy Pep Talk.

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd Talk is sheep. ☎📞

[@mirekbns]

Little Rocko is very brave!

[@Donald_Shaw]

Rocko scared the bighorn sheep away and saved your life. Rocko saves the day.

[@richardthomas1743]

I love Rocko! She is FEARLESS!!

[@markg3025]

Oh that Rocco is one mean Hombre. She told that ram where to get off. Stay safe out there.

[@winterisblu]

Woah dude you weren’t joking! This is GNARLY!!!

[@nancyhanson3472]

Just watched your collaborative video with Foresty Forest, and gave it a thumbs up, left a comment, and subscribed to your channel with the notification bell on. Like I said over there, you can't go wrong doing a collaborative video with Foresty. So glad that you guys were able to get together.

[@reubenj.cogburn8546]

I actually had a similar incident happened to me over 25 years ago out west. I was hiking with my first dog, my buddy Mitch, a golden retriever. Luckily I was able to find a good defensive position, and a large stick, and proceeded to scream and pound like a madman and charge the ram. He must have thought I was crazy, cuz he just stared at me for a while and just ambled back to where he was before. Just a heads up, animals in rut are difficult to deal with, they are a lot stronger than we are. But sometimes, acting like an absolute unafraid idiot, causes most of them to pause. Your mileage may vary. If you are hiking in the outback, and there are animals bigger than you, carry your bear spray. It is simply a means to find a non-violent conclusion. Just a thought.

[@bluekatgal7300]

Who knew? I live in the desert SW and did not know big horns would be so aggressive. Glad you and Rocko made it back. Glad she took out her frustration of not getting to bite the critter by attacking the rock later😅. Love the content and glad all ended well. Thx

[@albertchampigny9391]

Rocco saved the day

[@jessiehead6525]

Oh man, that was priceless. The ram was a surprise. Good old Rocko! Knows when the run like heck, but ready to stand her ground when y’all have your back to the wall. Glad you’re ok!

[@vidsofyermom]

Sleep tight eh? Then almost attacked by an angry Bighorn sheep! Better than getting probed and abducted by alien insect ppl! Glad you and Rocko are ok! She did a good job making that beast flee. See you next week!

[@greendotdave]

If by chance you do get stuck in the area, give Matt's Offroad Recovery a call, I'd love to see Peanut and Rocko together!

[@jeremys6631]

I think Matt @mattsoffroadrecovery would love to meet up with Simon and do some adventures. Simon can use tips and tricks on off roading and and how to self recover too.

[@tanjarott7535]

This is an epic video. Wow. And I so love your sense of humor. I laughed out loud (after I was relieved to see you were safe) about your hash tag thing. You are one in a million, Foresty. Also thanks for introducing Louie. She is a breath of fresh air to watch too.

[@kathyskidmore1877]

Yes it is!

[@spidrawebster]

LOL you'd think it was "sweeps week" for KZbin, given how action-packed this one is. I'm glad you didn't get bighornswoggled!

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

*383K* subs This channel hit another milestone. Rocko found another rock stone.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Bravo

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Uncle Sam wants to know your location

[@DoggoneNitpickers]

@@Jon-jk8vd Uncle Sammich is a Scrooge.

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd Uncle Simon?

[@Jon-jk8vd]

@@snowwhiteseventrolls Uncle Simon Says do this

[@elainemartinez2021]

This was a spectacular vlog!! Thanks for the virtual trip, Foresty Forest! Those icicles on the ground, pictographs, your chase....wild!

[@elainemartinez2021]

The moon at the end 😍 Beautiful shot.

[@MrCanadascott]

I agree Rocco. Some rocks just piss me off too

[@richardp6461]

That was my favorite part.

[@malcolm6981]

Aussie here, brilliant Simon.You bringing a whole lot of joy to many of us,stay free and well,thankyou,currently worshiping your content.Well done my man!

[@forestyforest]

Thanks! Have a great day 😀

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

That Bighorn chase looked like foreplay. 🤣😂

[@nancyhanson3472]

I think that somebody has an over-active imagination.

[@nancyhanson3472]

And sex on the brain 24/7 lately.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

This account is rutting

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@nancyhanson3472 Let me tell you bout the birds and the bees.

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd Sex is like a box of chocolates: first come, first served

[@edmunro7789]

Priceless at 11:58 - "... I'm either going to get abducted by aliens, or #MeToo'd by a Big Horn sheep." Well said, Simon! You sound just like Steve Wallis.

[@veroniquejobin5133]

I was in this area just two weeks ago, what an amazing place! I was with a friend, telling him stories about the famous Foresty, and little did I know, you were around...🤭

[@angeladawn805]

8.5km in, 5:30min into the video, and I just have to say that I really adore your content, your philosophy, perspectives, you, and your dog. And the fact that you take the time to film, edit, produce and generously share such beautiful and top quality content- it's appreciated. Keep doing your stuff and being you. ❤from Aotearoa NZ

[@forestyforest]

Thank you! Glad you enjoy the videos 😊

[@jeffersonspace]

Great video Mr. Forresty. When I worked at the park I had a conversation with a jack russell owner (operator), and he told me that in Africa that they now use russell's to fend off Lion's entering camp, adding that the ridgebacks just didn't have the tenacity. Please ...... don't tell Rocko ..... sshhhhh

[@jessejayphotography]

Epic adventure. Always love the landscapes of that area of the country. Pictographs both haunting and intriguing.

[@gnareg]

That sheep was intimidated by Rocco, I’d be too!

[@DonnasRoadTrips]

I was impressed that Rocko was right with you when you were running away from the sheep.

[@Hereandnow3]

Dang! That sheep in rut season! You are hilarious! Rocko and her stone! 💜🐾 get warm!

[@bradmetcalf5333]

I spit my drank out when he said " hashtag me too by a big horn sheep" LMFAO!!!!!!

[@alasdairmackenzie905]

Great video Forrest. Fearless little Rocko doing her best to defend you and barking like a dog several times her size - what a magic little friend you have there.

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

That poor Bighorn was looking for action. Foresty gave him the blue balls instead.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

This channel is blue balling these comments

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

@@Jon-jk8vd

[@jerrydelyea5820]

Holy shit!! That escalated quickly 😂😂. Glad you didn’t have to go head to head. Rocko was going to protect you at least. Cheers. Safe travels

[@WeaselAcres]

Who is a good girl? Rocko!

[@robwoods5537]

Rosco saved u with her barking lol

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

Well that was interesting, never heard of a big horn attacking humans. He was a big one too! Rocco cracks me up, she's such a character and has the best life ever!

[@Perfect1583]

I'm a Utah native and I am so pleased you spend so much time here. (I consider you a local. Even if you're not.) Thank you for showcasing my little backyard. Stay safe out there!

[@amye4087]

The sly humor from Foresty...#metoo...Skinny ant aliens...Glad you and Rocko were unharmed. Love how Rocko will just hang out in your jacket when needed. Thanks for taking us along.

[@Drinks-and-finger-food]

Maybe he just wanted to talk to you about the extension guarantee…😂😂😂

[@TheDennzio]

BTW the wife and I stopped at the little GC one night on our way to the GC. It was very starry and we were marveling at the beauty when a huge shadow drifted across the starfield not far above us....no clue what it was but it was much much bigger than a bird. Definitely an unidendified flying object to me. We booked out of there. Saw a couger chasing a jackrabbit down the road just afterwards. Interesting evening.

[@charylliss3741]

My favorite adventure so far 😍 Some totally entertaining comments as well. Kind of like getting a double feature.

[@jayoneill1533]

Beautiful photography Foresty, well done!

[@terryblevins7954]

The cinematography is impressive for a channel of your size. Great content, nice job!

[@duckypam]

I feel like they need to rename the San Rafael Swell the Foresty Forest Swell. Glad you and Rocko are uninjured

[@Groovy-Baby-Yeah]

*17 Days* until Christmas Being chased by a Bighorn in Utah ain't a Holiday JOY ride.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Where's the sled

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

@@Jon-jk8vd Rocko ain't no sled dog.

[@mackie_p]

Another banger! Glad you didn't get RAMMED

[@SeksiChaps]

Great intro! Glad you’re safe!

[@onlyjesussaves840]

Rocko protected her master! Good dog Rocko! :)

[@DoggoneNitpickers]

I come for the Holiday Spirit. Where in tarnation is it off to?

[@Jon-jk8vd]

This channel is a scroogey McHumbug

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd You BETCHA

[@slanglabadang]

There are some theories that those petroglyphs at 6:49 represent red sprites, a type of lightning in our atmosphere that becomes prevalent during solar storms

[@grahamfox4279]

Interesting! I stared at them for a while wondering what they could mean. I'll have to go do some reading and research now. Do you know what this set of petroglyphs is called or known by so I can look them up?

[@nowheregal7610]

Oh, you crack me up! I love your ability to keep your sense of humor in the face of danger…Love how Rocko is your little protector, and how great she is at holding her own on those rocks! Be safe and adventure on😊

[@deborahsimpson4968]

Rocko in this case was the canine that put daddy into protective mode. They don't differentiate between fox coyotes and wolves. He was driving off the trailblazer canine before they got near his young and yearlings and the mamas

[@Esther-ps3vx]

The first few seconds at the beginning looked like a murder mystery. I thought by mistake I clicked on 48 hours. Your videos are awesome. You are so lucky to live your life like this. Stay safe and blessed.

[@dh5363]

Those "cave" paintings are incredible!

[@ericcomp7032]

Foresty loves Utah ❤️ I'm so happy for him rn.

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

That AI Ram footage was another level. Technology is outta this world.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Processed Cheese Sammich? 🥪

[@rachelcharris]

I love that Rocko tried to defend you ❤❤❤

[@onlyjesussaves840]

She did! The Ram left!

[@memitaylor4323]

I don’t blame you for getting out of there! Loved seeing little Rocko stand her ground❣️. I do glad he didn’t hurt either of you 💗🙏🏾 Also glad to hear you & Loui are keeping in touch ❣️🥰

[@goof260]

what a fantastic memory. Rocko was ready to kick ass on the bighorn! Love it.

[@mwheele78]

Good job Rocco!

[@cheesymice]

Rocko is so brave telling off that sheep! “Leave my dad alone!”

[@CaliforniaBushman]

Even more aggressive than the regular ones, LDS Sheep Missionaries won't ever leave you alone. Glad you made it out alive!

[@Grasshopper.80]

Intense encounter, who would have thought it would be a big horn you’d have to look out for. Thanks for sharing.

[@DanIspas]

Foresty vs. Sheep 😮

[@mindysmith8246]

Love Rocko what a wonderful furbaby. Happy to see you are both safe and beautiful hike! Thanks for sharing

[@canadianmoosebuckaroo]

That poor Bighorn was lookin' for some Canadian hospitality. WELL LA DEE FREAKIN DUH -- We've got ourselves a rowdy Wild West here!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

These comments don't say please and thank you

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd Well excuse me I'm Canadian. 🤣😂

[@nancyhanson3472]

What exactly is Canadian hospitality? Never have heard of that before. Does it somehow differ from hospitality in other countries?

[@Jon-jk8vd]

@@nancyhanson3472 Canadians are polite, civil and one with nature

[@Jon-jk8vd]

@@nancyhanson3472 In April 1945, the First Canadian Army liberated the Netherlands from nearly five years of German occupation, providing food and medical aid to the starving population.

[@annamil3615]

What an awesome video...such awesome scenery.... my husband loves this so much!! (As do i). Thank you, sir! Our old eyes live through you. (My husband especially).

[@mic4902]

The intro score and later hashtag reference really emphasized my enjoyment of this episode. Yes, I will always carry bear spray. Rocko was clearly prepared for a fight!

[@thndrgrrrl]

That was terrifying! Im so glad you and Rocko were both safe

[@PeacefulTraveller888]

I loved Rocko barking at that ram to protect you. She is a hero. I’m so glad you are both safe and back in the van. Those ancient cave drawings were amazing❗️

[@dynoreed7235]

That was epic. All those river crossings.

[@pauldawson2711]

Wow what a hike!!! 😅 awesome video Simon FF 👏

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

I reckon your survival skills hit the door on its way out gone South.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

These comments have gone south

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd These comments come and go like a fart in the wind.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

​@@snowwhiteseventrollsGone with the Wind?

[@snowwhiteseventrolls]

@@Jon-jk8vd Blowin' in the wind

[@TheArtOfDean]

The peace and quiet. ❤❤❤❤ I'd like to have one MINUTE outdoors without hearing people or traffic.