Helicopter Access Only (but I did it on foot) - Bill Putnam Hut

[@NancyHanson3472]

Alpine Club of Canada should give you a FREE LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP!

[@anitabackroadsonly9086]

And Rocko

[@RealG-j2q]

He doesn't need their membership. They should build him a statue lol

[@user-dk6le9yr9p]

Also your channel should be sponsored!! I felt your joy in that shower 😂

[@luthermclain2959]

I was just thinking the same Nancy! Funny to see you on here! Hope all is well...now back to Foresty.

[@kellieheald]

I concur

[@madeleinerenteria2870]

This man deserves a gold medal for all the forest clean ups he has done everywhere.

[@edmunro7789]

The trail should be renamed as the Forestry Forest Trail. Simon is amazing and never fails to impress anyone who watches. Canada owes you a debt of gratitude, Sir!

[@ChristianLaurinE]

They do….

[@Patvk8]

Yes!

[@SputDobt]

PEOPLE WANTING TO GO HERE NOW.... our homie forest did all this work and carved a trail for everyone to enjoy. be cool. be nice to cabin. no garbage. no sinister things. only enjoy. :)

[@mfaizsyahmi]

Yeah, let's buck the trend and show the brass that people CARE when effort is put to abandoned trails!

[@Tinalicous]

Definitely no sinister things. The peeps that live in that abandoned cabin can skip this trail lol

[@NancyHanson3472]

As a former trail maintenance crew member, I would say that it is often a capricious decision on the part of the trail manager over that particular trail about maintaining it. They have a limited amount of funding every year to pay their trail crew, and more trails to maintain than there are dollars to pay the trail crew in their budget, most likely. As a result, decisions must be made about which trails will be maintained and which will be let go. Unfortunately, it looks like someone decided that this trail would be let go. I am so happy that you have the time, energy, and motivation to do this type of work. THANK YOU for spending 5 long, hard days of intense physical labor on this project! The end result was spectacular!!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Nancy's resume: _Blah blah blah_

[@MurCurieux]

Ugh, you’re what’s wrong with the world.

[@Chantal_4107]

​@@Jon-jk8vd Who peed in your cornflakes? Go back to bed, Mr. Grumpy 😂😂😂

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Capricious is too big of a word for you

[@Jon-jk8vd]

​@@NancyHanson3472narcississtic granny panties?

[@peterdeb580]

Foresty Forest he lives in a van. Foresty Forest chainsaw in hand. Foresty Forest you da man :-)

[@tamalamaland]

"let's check out the abandoned cabin and see what's upstairs" never ends well in the movies..

[@Hilhub]

let's get in the running car, no lets hide behind these chainsaws, ok... ;) That did feel like a super creepy place. Simon listens to his intuition, eventually!

[@tamalamaland]

@@Hilhub haha right? I often need to remind myself that he posted the video so that means he lived.

[@journeywithnichole]

Haha, I was thinking that when he said "let's go upstairs." No, no no don't go upstairs in an abandoned structure.

[@terrirocklover7957]

what exactly was that on the bed....anyone know?!?

[@Tenacious-Tiger]

​@@terrirocklover7957 Or Who ? 😮

[@marg2933]

Imagine a world where people cared as much as you do. Thank you for taking us along in your adventures.

[@jdarms27]

In a just world, clearing the trail like that would earn you a "dog waiver" on that cabin - especially for such a small dog.

[@Pack.Leader]

Amen.

[@MurCurieux]

Yea dude!

[@mary_mildred]

Why don't they have a separate climate-controlled dog cabin?

[@warmbreeze43]

Kidding???? No dogs after you cleared that? Oh hell no. You are Way too kind. Beautiful video again, as always. You are a blessing to the world

[@oliverkovarik5791]

youre right, common sense was replaced with sense for money.

[@glennac]

Regarding the abandoned house/cabin, I’m guessing a commune. And it was the Forest Service that threw the dirt/debris on the mattresses to discourage the curious from sleeping there. Otherwise, stunning video Foresty. And definitely missed Rocko at the Putnam Cabin. The whole tone of the channel has benefited from Rocko’s presence. Few pet dogs enjoy the freedom that Rocko has with you. And the relationship you two have built up over the last couple of years is heartwarming. It’s remarkable what a difference a second personality adds to your journeys and how dependent even we as viewers have become on Rocko’s presence each week. 🥲🐶 Thanks Simon❣️

[@rael6_4wd]

BC is lucky to have you, my friend. 👊🏼🤜🏼💪🏼

[@jimst.laurent9502]

Thank you for giving back by contributing 5 days of labor. This is what makes the world a great place!

[@minimalist_adventurer]

Who else has been here since the early bicycle touring videos 🚲

[@juliejones974]

Mini van days.

[@justlucky13]

me

[@scottandlora4029]

Heck yeah! Those bike journeys through the desert were epic!!

[@justlucky13]

@@scottandlora4029 so my name is Scott and my wife of 38 years Lora cool there is more ScottandLora lol

[@gloriaohandley8701]

Like one of the other replies, have been a fan since the mini van days. It's been a great journey following him.

[@gbrandt]

I tried that trail in 2007 and ended up turning around after 500 meters. The bushwhacking was nuts. Good Job!

[@forestyforest]

Haha oh dang, yeah those alders were a nightmare!

[@sammitorn5326]

As someone with NO internal compass I truly appreciate your videos!

[@forestyforest]

😅

[@AadanmaxamadCusmaan-y8n]

😭

[@xxxaedwardsxxx]

Same!

[@BrentBrewington]

Yeah, I’m a big fan of using the external compass that is AllTrails or Gaia

[@jasonbean4895]

i spent the best week of my life skiing out of that hut with a group of friends about 20 years ago! we got helicoptered into the hut and then hiked and skied untracked powder all week! then the helicopter came and picked us up and flew us back to golden. those mountains are amazing!

[@NancyHanson3472]

Wow! What a great experience! That sounds like a lot of fun!

[@forestyforest]

That sounds amazing!

[@darrellcaruk8880]

The world truly needs more people like Foresty Forest. You are 1in a million. you give hope and optimism to everyone you come in contact with and those watching your videos.

[@Tinalicous]

Everyone says "we need more people like you," but nobody says "I need to be more like you" :(

[@Qietman]

Foresty, all of your stuff, all of it, from your pedal bike exploits from a decade ago to this masterpiece are totally worth watching. But this. This is a masterpiece. There should be a yearly prize given for the greatest and most impactful youtubers each year, and I declare you the winner for 2024. You are an international treasure.

[@dougblalock5175]

Clearing that growth looks like De-Foresty forest. You’re a great outdoorsman for taking time to clear out that trail. In my younger days I used to do the same. Brings back a lot of memories just watching.

[@forestyforest]

Haha 😅

[@richardtorpy7881]

Or Foresty De-Forester.

[@MadMaxx570]

The-Foresty-Forest-Service? :D

[@NancyHanson3472]

Foresty, I love the fact that you want to give back to the community and keep the trails cleaned up and open. Five days of solo trail work is a tremendous amount of work and shows a sense of dedication to the project that I really admire. That is a huge commitment of time and hard physical labor on your part. For all of the hikers who will benefit from your labor over the next few years, thank you for your efforts!!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Are you in heat

[@NancyHanson3472]

@PaleTyper Yes, I am a supporter of the channel with my $15 donation every month. I look at it as a KZbin "tip jar" for the outstanding videos that Foresty produces.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

@@NancyHanson3472 Nancy do you have OnlyFans?

[@sagesends]

never get rid of the long drone shots!

[@rickm.10]

I think you are becoming Canadian Folklore. Canada needed a folk hero. Thanks Foresty 🙂👍

[@NancyHanson3472]

The drone footage, especially of the setting sun at the end, is out of this world!!

[@ShirleyBates-mq5xc]

One of the best❤

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Your comments are AI

[@davewhomri]

Love the SpongeBob reference “5 hours later”. You’ve got a great sense of humour Simon.

[@kennethgyovai737]

I love that grin when you busted out the weed wacker, I was laughing out loud

[@recentisland1513]

I laughed my ass off when he pulled it out of the van ..

[@odnuas]

Here since the start of the minivan era, what a banger. This one is all time

[@cindi7955]

"Come to the woods, for here is rest." - John Muir Except for Foresty Forest 😇

[@reidcrosby6241]

According the Muir, he's "sauntering " with a chainsaw and brush cutter

[@cherylwillson-tb7vj]

Foresty Forest you are the type of trailblazer who could start a major cleanup on the trails you go through and people would come. You're amazing!

[@joeythenomad]

Big fan of using the chainsaw to preserve the trail, it's a beast way to keep it accessible!

[@forestyforest]

for sure, this one is seriously historic for alpinism in Canada... needs to be saved!

[@werbnaright5012]

@searchingfornessie8410 who carries juiceboxes anymore? Camelbacks are in.

[@RingoTheGSP]

You AND Rocko should be granted permanent access to ANY trail you want for all the work you do maintaining them!! 🐾🇨🇦

[@anitabackroadsonly9086]

Foresty forest is one of a kind

[@jesselaporte7184]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how much Rocko brings to the uploads. Not having her in the final bit just ain’t the same.

[@williamwilliam728]

Giving Back is so commendable Simon. You are a fantastic steward of our lands. Thank you for your humbleness and honest way of living life!

[@brianhagberg3704]

Community service to an extreme. Thank you from an American.

[@linebrunelle1004]

lol. 'murican spoke! rofl

[@rightsideupvt]

That house gave my an uncomfortable feeling within a few seconds!

[@williamryan9195]

Looked like a crime scene.

[@murrethmedia]

It's nice to see someone taking care of these resources as opposed to the jackholes who built that squatter's cabin and left the truck there to rot. Bravo Foresty!

[@doreenj.deltesta1684]

Well, you are truly a steward of trail preservation - BC is indeed, lucky to have you!

[@joann1234]

You are an amazing person Foresty. Very thoughtful/respectful of u NOT to show private info of occupants of cabin. You're a very diligent/hard worker with great integrity. Rocko loves you for a reason...🤗 Thank you for your videos. They're epic and you're wonderful...

[@kati-ana]

I sure like that wood carved chair you were sitting on by the fire.

[@Pack.Leader]

Me too ! That was stunning.

[@NancyHanson3472]

I bet that Foresty could build a chair like that if he put his mind to it. The guy is amazing when it comes to building stuff and fixing things. 😊

[@bradharrison3250]

Great work clearing out the trail into Fairy Meadows! Many thanks for your efforts!🙏🙏 I know exactly how much of a challenge that trail can be. I ran the Alpine Club's GMC at Fairy Meadows in 1986, 1992 and 2000, we camped in the meadow below the hut. I walked the trail at least 10 times during those camps. I packed my trusty Stihl 009 and a machete each time I walked out, trying to improve the trail. By the end of each GMC the trail was in pretty good shape, most of the participants walked in and out, beating the trail in. Thanks again, the trail is an important corridor to an amazing location.

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

Simply incredible. Hope you and Rocko are doing well 💚 You are such a legend for not only cleaning and clearing the trail, but also fixing the sign. That abandoned cult cabin was definitely an eery vibe.

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

"Feels great to be out in the forest another day. Totally disconnected. No cell service. Go out to the forest. Disconnect. Feel good about yourself. You're a good person. Start up a little project, you know? Where you can just go out, stay in one place for a while, see progress one day at a time, you'll feel good about yourself for doing it." A seriously great pep talk though. Got me inspired and motivated for sure!

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

16:56 at the bottom of the page - "Great things happen when men and mountains meet" I love that this quote or saying so aptly describes Foresty Forest and all the incredible work Simon routinely does for the mountains, the forests, the community and for us KZbin viewers. You will certainly be remembered for all the great things you have done for the world 💚

[@alan4sure]

Not a cult cabin. It was built specifically for mountaineers skiing or climbing any of the beautiful the peaks in that area, nothing more, nothing less. Mountaineering has been popular in the Selkirk and Rocky mountain areas for many decades and huts like these make doing it a more plausible undertaking.

[@NancyHanson3472]

​@@alan4sure I think the person was referring to the house at the beginning that the Laura's Cove Society was being evicted from as the "cult cabin" in the video - not the beautiful mountaineering hut shown at the end. Two completely different buildings.

[@fayepotts3279]

Simon, that was an honorable thing you did by reclaim the hiking trail to the cabin! Wishing there are more people like you. The cabin was really nice and cozy with the wood stove going. Sad that Rocko wasn’t able to join.😢

[@kevhead1525]

You are a valuable friend to the hiking community. We'll done.

[@skizz0tty]

In bold font, highlighted in red - Hiking Is Absolutely Not Recommended Forest - This sounds like FUNNNNN!! Seeing that gleaming grin on his face, well twas contagious - Thanks for the smile! xoxo skizz0tty

[@poohbear4130]

Doing what most won’t, it’s the Foresty Foresty motto!

[@UDPride]

Massive pay it forward project. Most endeavors like this are thankless jobs but I hope the trail community out there acknowledges your sizeable efforts. That was a job for multiple people.

[@mrs.rodgersneighborhood9358]

Foresty Forest deserves a giant thank you from the Canadian Forest service for the amazing dedication he has to the outdoors and so others can enjoy these trails. 👏🏼 I don't live in Canada but I just want to say thank you Foresty.

[@ramblynrocketeer]

Anytime a Foresty video begins with a _THWAP!!_ of a branch crashing into the camera, you know it’s gonna be a phenomenal video!! 🎥🎬🌲 Rocko makes our day better!!

[@nanavango9374]

Only you… “This sounds fun!” Looking forward to seeing this one!

[@baileyayyy5085]

this is the best channel I have ever found

[@deaddropsd1972]

Agreed. Relaxing. Nature fix.

[@colinSAcolin45colin]

good guy forestyforest maintaining the forest

[@outpostcamp]

There is probably no one that did what you did in this video. Days of hard work to help out other adventurers. You are a great example of a Stewart of the land. Thanks for that - from Hells Canyon, Frank.

[@pawpaw324]

I’m glad you had the presence of mind to get out of that dwelling, looks like it comes alive after nightfall.

[@willamettehops]

You give back more than any other vanlifer. What a great trip!

[@mitchsn]

20+ min barrier breached!!!😂

[@forestyforest]

We did it!

[@amylaws]

Watched every second

[@amylaws]

Watched every second

[@NancyHanson3472]

And I'm going to watch it a second time!

[@stevethrendyle8406]

Best one ever.

[@mafashix3]

Been about 3 years since I watched a video. Glad he’s still doing well, have a lot to catch up on.

[@mobile_noble4026]

Threw this up on the big screen… 65” Rocko is awesome 😂 wow…. Those views are stunning.

[@triciaamheiser785]

I'm so glad there are folk like Foresty Forest in the world. Lucky Canada too! :)

[@JeremyMarkel]

First off, I'd like to thank Forest for all great work he did on the trail. Having it largely cleared with most of the deadfall cut out made a huge difference on a trip in last week. There are some new deadfalls here and there but they're manageable. Plus the Swan Creek wildfire this summer has added some more obstacles to deal with. I would just like to make a few comments about the trail based on what I read in the guest book at the hut and what I learned after speaking with some other groups we met up there over the weekend. Firstly, you may or may not be able do this trip in 4.5 hours. Our group carrying in heavy packs with mountaineering gear made it in 6.5 hours and we felt that was a pretty good time that matches with what the ACC estimates it will take the average group to hike in. A lot of the guests in the log book said it took them 8 or 10 hours to hike in and the one group we shared the hut with had wandered in after dark after expecting it to only be a four or five hour hike which ended taking them more than nine hours to do. And it's not the safest trail to be wandering around on in the dark. On the other hand, a group of trail runners we met had taken 4.5 hours but they all had pretty light packs on. Your mileage may vary. To note, this is a very technical hike; this is no Parks Canada hiking trail through the forest. There's still a lot of alder bashing, side hilling, an active forest fire and burn zone, rock gardens, very steep slopes, and slippery moraines to manage. Obviously those hazards are manageable but take those into consideration and plan accordingly. There are parts of this trail in which a slip or fall could mean serious injury or death especially up higher on the trail near the moraines and the waterfalls or when it's wet. That said, once again, thanks Forest. I kind of enjoyed this trek in but next time, I'll fly, haha.

[@forestyforest]

That's great to hear it's getting some traffic this summer! Yeah it's definitely a challenging hike, still takes routefinding skills. I'm hoping to head back again with a brushcutter and do the second half so it's easier to follow.

[@TheAbandonedAccount7]

Hope you're having a great week, Foresty and Rocko

[@amye4087]

One man and one dog trail crew. Out there making things "accessible" again. Thanks for all your hard work and you definitely deserved the sauna. Beautiful scenery at the end. Thanks for taking us along.

[@CMDMedia94]

Dude. You never cease to amaze me!

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

“Let’s go do it!” Ya gotta luv em’ Such enthusiasm!

[@jakeyboy8402]

Rocko had one to many Redbull’s!😎😂

[@lb1460]

That's funny😋

[@stuartaminion511]

nothing like a jack russel with the zoomies on a trail, so cute.

[@BigFreak52]

That outro shot is next level. What an incredible place!

[@chrisbridger3420]

What would this world be if everyone was like you, respecting the land around us.. great video Simon

[@all.day.day-dreamer]

Great video. I really liked that he didn't break the rules with his little sidekick because, no one would have known. 5 - 6 long days condensed down to 20 mins. That was a lot of hard hard work he did on behalf of the community. Respect. Beautiful locations. Thanks for all the time, effort you put into this video, great work!

[@hermitgirlwanders9162]

Drone shots are epic! ❤❤❤ Thanks for the trail maintenance, you are a hero!

[@apogeeous]

All that keeps running through my head while watching this: he's so awesome, he's so awesome.... The way you care for the land you explore and make it a better place for those who come after you. You're so awesome!

[@ljp1391]

Can the Canadian Mountain Guides please give Foresty an honorable Doctorate!

[@noxtwilight_]

Thank you for being such an amazing steward of the land ❤ Volunteering in land management and cleanup is some of the most rewarding. You can see the results quickly and it makes such a difference to so many. My experience was with old growth redwoods repairing roads, removing ivy, resurrecting meadows. It was the best time and made my heart so full. Call around to find a place, public or private that needs volunteers. We found this place searching for waterfalls 😁

[@rubin_farr9799]

Awesome. You rock, Foresty!

[@ScottHanik]

Way to go foresty!! My buddy and I gave it a go last October and only made it 1/2 way…yesterday we made it to the moraine but ran out of time for a day hike…the 2 small fires this summer created a mess on the trail early on in the old growth and slowed us significantly but I have to say the work you did to the moraine was incredible…couldn’t stop remarking how much effort you put in…truly incredible and extremely thankful…just wish I had my 20 yr old legs lol

[@caraoosterhouse7348]

Wow! Amazing work. Thanks for your efforts

[@tracylee321]

Sometimes I wonder who is my favorite youtuber, then Foresty Forest puts out a video like this. It's you Foresty. Definitely you. Thanks for what you do 🙏

[@michaelwigley5298]

dude!! amazing work. Loads of Mountain Karma for you. Thank you for your amazing acts of kindness and giving people access to amazing places!!

[@powertrip6426]

KZbin giveth and sometimes taketh. But today, it has giveth. I've never seen this channel before and I'm instantly a fan. You make me wanna get around trees so badly. I grew up in the country and I'm feeling so lonely in this concrete jungle I find myself in. Thanks for sharing. One love ❤️

[@wildzenventures]

That beautiful sunset! You’re such a treasure, taking good care of Forest land and showing folks the right way to treat our precious lands. Cheers to you and Rocko for another great adventure.

[@sigfigs]

We also get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You are a kind soul Simon. Be safe.

[@aboversite]

Good job slashing that heavy stuff. Lots of opportunity to pinch your saw on those slopes.

[@roundstone2020]

Great job brother. RIP Bill. What an amazing legacy. Canada must be proud of you.

[@NancyHanson3472]

Yes, thank you to Bill for donating the money to build such a fantastic hut! He is probably looking down from heaven and smiling at Foresty. 🕊

[@Vanlifeofriley-zm5js]

You're the best Foresty! More Rocco please!

[@peterward5251]

Simon! You are an absolute mountain of a man! Jeremiah Johnson would be proud of you. I so enjoy living vicariously through your videos. I love how honest and law abiding that you are. I can’t say that I would follow the rules like you do. You are an absolute gem. I look forward to every one of your videos, big short or small. Keep living your life hero. We’ll be right here with you!

[@NancyHanson3472]

Foresty, your ambition and drive to create these outstanding videos for us never ceases to amaze me. Week after week, you knock yourself out and expend so much time and energy! You must be exhausted from 5 days of solo trail work. You really earn every dime that KZbin pays you for these excellent, high quality videos. THANK YOU so much for all of your efforts! You and your channel are THE BEST that KZbin has to offer!!

[@shirleynaso3379]

Yes!!

[@NancyHanson3472]

@PaleTyper Yes, Foresty Forest is a highly successful KZbin channel. His videos generally get over 100,000 views, and he gets paid quite well from KZbin and AdSense revenue. It helps him financially if you look at the video all the way to the end and also watch the ads that run before, after, or during a video. It also helps him when you leave comments and give the video a thumbs up. He used to work in a factory and do KZbin videos part-time, but he makes enough money now to be able to do KZbin full time and get a nice paycheck every month from them.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

​@@NancyHanson3472you are an animal.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

​@@NancyHanson3472gluttony is a sin

[@bobvogel9019]

Absolutely beautiful footage Simon, you are a BEAST! Sorry the little savage couldn't make the cabin trip with you. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures, us old geezers live vicariously through you my friend.

[@ASEfl2]

You're the man, Foresty!

[@williamsham0]

That drone shot was jaw dropping!

[@PumpkinVillage]

What an awesome spot. This was another outstanding video and the trail maintenance was outstanding. That would be a great spot to live. Thank you for another outstanding video. Take care, Al

[@joepoppenhagen5694]

Nice job Simon. What a guy!

[@michele462]

Hey Simon. Thanks for another great video. 👍

[@myvanlife1]

We need more people like you in America and World Wide Frankley!!!

[@richardguse3410]

Your efforts made it a walk in the park for those that follow. Hopefully others will realize how high you set the bar.

[@bridgetmuehlberger5141]

Your trail maintenance looks soooooo rewarding! I’m disabled, but if able-bodied, I’d LOVE to be out there keeping trails updated for other hikers! Alone. In the woods. Me and a chainsaw. And maybe a monster weed wacker. Heck yeah!! Good on ya. And what an awesome cabin!! I’d sleep like a baby up there by myself with that spectacular view. The drone shots were stunning!!! 😊

[@heykerryann]

Forest, you are so Foresty 😘☺️ As always, good to see your face safe brother

[@joanneduclos3550]

Probably my favorite Foresty Forest video ever! Excellent camera work. Felt like I was there with you…but glad I wasn’t 🤭🤣

[@jasonnikolic]

That house gave me a bad vibe, even when you went to leave at 1:53 I imagined kicking the door open for you!

[@janicestewart6116]

You must know when one of your episodes is REALLY needed! Thank you for taking me with you!

[@TrueBeliever6491]

You must be feeling better or eating lots of spinach bc those logs you were moving look massive.

[@Will-xe5qt]

The definition of an awesome adventure…with some giving back to the community sprinkled in! Nice work!

[@Scrublord4200]

Halloween episode, stay in the repossessed cult shack overnight

[@ehlava]

for a moment I thought he was going to go Blair Witch on us, that was quite the opportunity... but that would destroy his audience, lol.