Jet Ski Camp Trailer RESCUE

We barely had enough fuel onboard the jet ski to make it home so there would be no turning back. Unless we recovered the jerry cans of fuel this was a one way trip.
After such a harrowing journey, we were tired, hungry and had nowhere to sleep. Our camping trip had turned into a disaster and we needed rescuing.
As luck would have it, we knew of some other campers, elsewhere on Fraser Island. We nervously waited at Wathumba Creek, unsure if the they would receive our text message or be able to reply. The tension was palpable then all of a sudden...
#JetSkiCamping

[@yournumberonepal]

Wow. I think I would have turned around after the first chain breaking, nah! Keep going!

[@JetSkiCamping]

The same thought did cross my mind!

[@pllar293]

Always though JetSki trailers were a great solution to storage, but I too wondered why they were so hard to come by. I guess now we all know and your bad experience has prevented me having the same. Looking forward to the next vid.

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks Paul! Much appreciated. Glad I could you save you from the hassle. Keep watching!

[@johnlonganlas5715]

the chains need to be much longer at least 20 feet maybe even 30 feet. the waves humps puts presser on the chain but if longer the wave patterns dont match. meaning less stress. like pull an person on a tube...

[@grahambate3384]

When U left Derek with 3 Jerry cans, the first time, uwere low on fuel. Y didn't u fuel up mate.

[@billythephoenix]

Great conclusion to this series but I would have hidden those gas cans. But you and your bros ended up having a blast, cold beers and that rope swing and surrounding area were amazing! All in all a grand adventure. Btw, it's still winter here in the desert southwest of the US and those Hydro Trailers I have will be hitting the water real soon!

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks Billy! Yeah it turned out to be a great trip and we’re still talking about it! Really looking forward to seeing the hydro trailers in action!

[@2dthoughts]

I had a trailer for my kayak and it was horrible too Good idea though

[@AndTodaysProjectIs]

Pretty awesome that you guys posted the disaster of it all instead of just a video on "how easy" it is to beach camp. Puts a reality check on people like myself to go prepared... Even more prepared than I would think. We do 200 mile RT trips up river here in Texas and have been wanting to try one of those things out. Not as sexy as advertised 🤣

[@Greanaerg]

What kind of fuel economy are you getting out of the Ultra lx? Looks like the ideal offshore rig, wondering how it compares to a Yamaha FXHO in the effective range on a full tank.

[@FKNSND]

Can’t believe some dogs stole your camping stuff.

[@jamesking144]

Am watching in 2020. You have 1 sub. I think this must be a mistake but please look into it.

[@berniecharles4974]

Amature hour

[@brettg82au]

Ever tried purchasing a sled from salty? Do they work?

[@krator1655]

I'm sure the trailer would be worked with tying down the lid and using better chains.

[@matthoskin3572]

Mate, lesson learnt- put all non waterproof items into waterproof rolltop stuff sacks. Just my 20 cents worth.

[@rabbitskinner]

Oh and the forecast for the island is ALWAYS wrong

[@michaelstubblefield22]

Hope this doesn't happen to me just bought the hydro trailer. The hitch on mine is alot different tho. Better luck next time.

[@rabbitskinner]

You went the wrong way into the creek, I can get in at low.keep to the right of the mouth

[@JetSkiCamping]

Yeah, we somehow missed the deeper passage!!! Only realized after we walked around.

[@rabbitskinner]

@@JetSkiCamping easy done if your new to the place, my first trip I didn't find the creek until the second day lol I sail up in an Hobie Adventure Island, but I'm going to buy a jet ski

[@punkgunzzyoutube7728]

Don't forget about me when you get BIG! Love your content!!

[@JetSkiCamping]

Ha ha. Thanks PunkGunzz! Glad you enjoyed! Keep watching - there’s heaps more coming!!

[@VifferDude]

If I lost a carton of beer I'd activate the EPIRB, that's a disaster

[@reddyman6915]

So the jerry cans were stolen then ? They were Willow cans right ? Aussie made , I bought 2 last week and both leak if you lay them on there side ...... not a good idea with fuel , plus the evaporation factor during a hot day ! fumes and stuff = kaboom . As I mentioned in a earlier comment , 💩 made trailer full stop . Jet ski’s go fast in all sorts of conditions , lids coming off and attachments breaking = poor design , back to the drawing . Enjoyed the vids 👍 lucky you have good mates .

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks Reddy! Not sure what happened to all the stuff. Someone might have picked it up thinking no one was returning for it. Very lucky to have the guys help us out!

[@smartassist9700]

I hope you picked up your trash. However a man never stops trip until he is either successful OR stranded. Lol. It’s in our genetics!

[@JetSkiCamping]

So I can blame grandma???

[@tomastylecek7209]

some robbed you some resqued, there are good and bad people. i was honestly supriezed that your supplies got stollen, shame

[@JetSkiCamping]

Probably should have hidden everything in hindsight.

[@cannabis_culture518]

Well that’s a crazy trip 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@matthoskin3572]

Also _ I have a tonne of experience using Skidoo's up in the Arctic - the Inuit ( Eskimo) make awesome towable sleds. I would recommend making an aluminium tow "chain"- they do this, and fabricate a spring shock absorber at the hitch. I am sure you could make or have something made that is rigid, but also has shock absorber/spring .....

[@CampingDad247]

invest in dry bags for food and other items

[@staceymay2655]

Lets get wet! I sub ,sweet footage , Peaceman

[@nc_mtbmedic1399]

Bad luck, jacking up the timing...but overland campers make it worth it

[@simonwallace699]

Well done getting through that. I've spent a couple of weeks camping on Fraser and I've seen how rough it can get albeit on the East coast. Great editing on your videos, they are just the right length and are always interesting.

[@bahamasking2063]

Sad to see the Jet Ski trailer did not work out and the gas cans got stolen. I see a Jet ski Hydro trailer online for sale and began searching on KZbin to see one in action and that is how I came across your channel. i will subscribe. Good content.

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks mate. Did you buy the hydro trailer?

[@bahamasking2063]

Jet Ski Camping No I did not buy it. After seeing a few videos of how it being pulled behind the jet ski I have a next idea on how I can achieve it without spending a huge amount of money

[@yb2112]

Vacuum sealed bags....😂

[@isaacbeja4073]

Epic story... Haha...

[@gwrulzmylife]

What a waste

[@DavidReySilva]

The beer is gone?!? Please, urgent, send an helicopter with more beer!

[@stev93]

What a story!

[@mattdenham8057]

Prononced Waaa toom baa creek . Not wa thumba creek. Cheers

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks Matt. I was chatting to one of locals about this. He said the opposite. Now I’m really confused!

[@vproduction]

Leaving ice box with beer and fuel on Fraser. Not suprise they got looted. Should have hide them. Who wouldn't want spare fuel and beer and a free esky. Even tho most of the 4wd there are diesel. They'd still take it

[@JetSkiCamping]

Yeah - we should have given it more thought!

[@smartassist9700]

A man does what a man does....though it doesn’t make sense some time . Hahahaha

[@tomaroni6670]

What a great adventure you will remember and talk about for the rest of your life...during my 20 years in the US Army I had similar adventures in Berlin, Italy, Korea, Panama/Central America and Alaska...they were unsure and suspenseful but each ended well...met great people and will remember them forever....I subbed and look forward to watching more. I settled in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas USA...THANKS and have fun! Life is short!

[@JetSkiCamping]

Thanks Tom! Great to hear and well done on 20 years of service!! Yeah - you’re right - the best trips never go exactly to plan!

[@georgem579]

Great vids as mentioned before. What about tubbies for extra storage space? I’ve seen someone else using them on a wave runner and they look great. More flotation, lots of storage, easily removable etc. Let me know what you think? If needed I’ll post a link, cheers

[@JetSkiCamping]

Yes have seen them - would be great for storage!

[@sj6127]

Had many problems with the ultra?

[@JetSkiCamping]

None at all - been very reliable.

[@brownie8235]

Whats the name of the creek with the swing?

[@brownie8235]

We head over in a fortnight...

[@JetSkiCamping]

Can’t recall the name sorry. Someone else here might know and be able to help. It was approx half way between Moon Point and Wathumba. Hope this helps you find it!

[@JetSkiCamping]

Have a great trip!

[@stevenpedersen3819]

@@JetSkiCamping Coongul Creek? Unbelievable spot to camp.

[@brownie8235]

Awinya?

[@dirtyhooker6317]

Wow what a series got a sub from me

[@JetSkiCamping]

Glad you enjoyed it Mitch!

[@dirtyhooker6317]

@@JetSkiCamping np