6 Days through Rugged Canadian Wilderness | Quirke - Whiskey Loop

I travelled 6 days with Keenan (‪@CanoeTheNorth‬ ) Jon (‪@LostLakes‬) and ‪@XanderBudnick‬ around the spectacular Quirke - Whiskey route in the Elliot lake region of Ontario Canada.
Most drone shots provided courtesy of Xander
Bear drone shot provided courtesy of Jon
Map created and route suggestion by Brad Jennings ‪@ExploreTheBackcountry‬
Music by me ‪@afternoonhue‬

[@garyellington1216]

Such a beautiful country, Canada is.

[@maximbudnick]

It really is

[@LostLakes]

Perfect Max...masterful visuals and audio. Terrific to get out with you finally after Xander has talked so much trash about you...and I'm glad to know now that only 85% of what he said is true

[@maximbudnick]

I am surprised Xander has never mentioned you... who are you? Thanks by the way!

[@LostLakes]

@@maximbudnick 😜😜

[@maximbudnick]

@@LostLakes😄thanks again man

[@michaelhudecek2778]

😊😊

[@marcomcdowell8861]

Fantastic that Canadians have chosen to protect so much of the land. Here's to continued growth of your channel and many more adventures in the wild.

[@maximbudnick]

I am grateful for all the access to nature we have here. Thanks for your support!

[@fathertomoutdoors6579]

Max has an eye. Calm, cool, collected. Bro is the funny bone. But I do like the brotherhood of you all with each other and Jon. FYI, it was through Jon that I subscribed y’all.

[@maximbudnick]

Wonderful. Thank you for subscribing - much appreciated. My appologies for the delay in replying to all your kind comments, but I just recently got back from a monthlong trip.

[@peteraitken6494]

Brilliant camp maxim always good to see your brother xander tagging along with you as well glad you all enjoyed scenery is just breathtaking great to be with good friends and great food as well thanks for sharing take care all and enjoy 🔥🔥👌👍

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks 👍

[@rivertrees4733]

Wonderful!

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks for watching! Nice username by the way

[@annemarieacosta8775]

Great companions to have on a trip !

[@maximbudnick]

They really were!

[@rebeccadees2300]

I’m not a prude by any means but it so nice to watch these videos and not hear bawdy talking, cursing , etc. The camaraderie is amazing to me. Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks, Rebecca! Yeah I'm not perfect and drop some (mild) curse words here and there in daily life - but I try not to do it in the videos - I feel it's better that way. My pleasure - thank you for watching!

[@Nate2.4]

Living the life for all of us concrete jungle dwellers 🙌 Thank u.

[@maximbudnick]

Hey Kevin. I've been there - living in a concrete jungle and watching camping videos to feel peace. Hope you get a chance to spend some time out of the city soon.. All the best and thanks for watching!

[@FreakofNature1]

Beautifully documented Maxim! Love you side of the Backcountry Boyz adventure🙌 Thanks my friend🙏

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks man! Yeah it's fun when you're able to see the how different personalities captured different perspectives. Cheers!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Sincerely enjoyed the entire video Max. Loved the drone shots, the macro, and the entire edit. I still cannot believe we took that rest day, but man that hike was super cool! Those shots you got from up there were top notch. Extremely well put together video, and I truly enjoyed tripping with you my friend 🛶 🔥

[@alanbierhoff6831]

Great to see you out on this trip. I’m looking forward to your perspective.

[@maximbudnick]

Hey man, it was my pleasure Keenan! Really glad you enjoyed the video. Lets do it again soon! Looking forward to your edit!

[@fathertomoutdoors6579]

Dude, like when you are out there in the majestic, you look up at the sky. You see beauty and wonder around you…it’s almost impossible to not think of God. Thank you. I love your style and class.

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Tom. Your words resonate strongly with me. I also feel a very strong spirituality out in nature

[@davidschuster9810]

Fantastic. I have a place on Quirke. Next time stop in for a beer. Beautiful area.

[@maximbudnick]

Hey, David. Maybe I'll take you up on that some day! Fantastic place to have a property!

[@mrspontiac9174]

I really enjoyed that video. I love seeing the autumn colour - we don't get that here and it's so beautiful! Thanks🙂

[@maximbudnick]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Adamwood21212]

On a Friday night with nothing to do…. You’re the man for posting this just now!

[@maximbudnick]

Really glad to catch you at the right time 🙂

[@Adamwood21212]

Did you know those bears were there? Or just get lucky with the drone

[@michaelmcglone5475]

Nice trip, I’ve said it before but I just love your eye for photography maxim so good.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks a lot Michael!

[@DriversofOttawa]

36:07 looks like a painting. Great captures Maxim.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks!

[@richard_west]

Videography is very thoughtful and nuanced! Campsite cedar without a top and then showing the top submerged in water. Lake waves superimposed on the rivers rapids. Nice job!

[@maximbudnick]

Hello, Richard! Thank you for watching - I'm so glad you enjoyed. All the best to you!

[@travelSamat-Cambodia]

Good 😊

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks 😊

[@gordthompson4664]

Just gorgeous! I do miss the fall colours. I'm convinced that they are a reward from The Creator(s) for putting up with the mosquitoes all summer. 🌝

[@maximbudnick]

Hi, Gord! Haha yes Fall does feel like a reward. Cheers!

[@alanbierhoff6831]

That was a GREAT video! Four of my most favorite KZbinrs on a trip 👍🏻 Your videography is phenomenal. The shots you got of the waterfalls, the Milky Way and the 4 canoemen of the apocalypse paddling out of the fog just blew my mind. What a great way to end the week. I do truly appreciate all the work and effort you put into all of your videos. Thank you for that.

[@maximbudnick]

Really appreciate the support Alan 🙂

[@ttthaiss]

4 canoemen of the apocalypse lol!

[@tesina21]

Absolutely beautiful drone footage!!

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Tesina!

[@Barret-paddles]

Beautiful Max and so fun to get multiple perspectives of this trip. The fall is my favorite as well and the colors reflected in the water are so stunning here. You all make a terrific group! Rain, sun, fog, all have their magic when paddling don’t they?! Certainly makes one appreciate a cozy camp site, fire, food, and good friends. Thanks for it all 😌 Barret

[@maximbudnick]

Hi Barret. I couldn't agree more with your comment on how different types of weather have their magic when paddling - though I guess strong wind might be the exception haha. Glad you enjoyed seeing the trip from my perspective. Thanks for watching and Happy New Year!

[@dennisashurst5662]

I love that awsome island camp footage.

[@maximbudnick]

Hi, Dennis! It was such a nice spot

[@andrewlacomme196]

Imma keep it real max, at first I thought this channel was missing some action or humour or dialogue. And then I realized that's only because I'm so used to your brother! Your channel brings something I completely overlooked, simplicity with a zest of zen. And I love that, it's so calming and beautifully shot. Cheers my friend keep up the fantastic work.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks a lot man I really appreciate that! Your feedback is really welcome Even your criticisms. I'm glad to hear what you like and dislike it means a lot.

[@melidacartagena8355]

Finally another video, yes!!! 👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉thank you 😌

[@maximbudnick]

sorry to keep you waiting Melida. Glad you enjoyed!

[@judyeverett4553]

I bet the canoes thought parts of this trip were a real drag. hahahaha. beautiful scenery thanks for sharing as usual.

[@maximbudnick]

Haha nice, Judy. My pleasure!

[@DanOwen11.11]

I really enjoyed this video. So beautiful and peaceful. I'm glad I found your channel.

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you so much!

[@CarolAnne-h7v]

That's a mess! Portages are super to do and we enjoy that scenery! Your judgement is usually right on!

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks! :)

[@namleny2002]

Totally underrated channel. Thank you Max.

[@superiorstateoutdoors]

All of you together… awesome! And after watching the entire video I’m surprised they didn’t spam you more!😂… great video!

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you so much 😁

[@adrianlois6284]

Very well recorded, the sky, the multicolored trees, the aerial shots, you really know how to make good videos, thanks and thanks to the go9gle translator

[@maximbudnick]

You are too kind :)

[@ritawilson8762]

Fantastic footage as usual. You capture the adventure, comraderie, beauty, peace, and soul refreshing so well. Great job. You Canadians rock!

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks Rita!

[@lindaschmidt1940]

Wow, what a treat 💕

[@maximbudnick]

Yes it was! Thank you for your comment, Linda

[@asunr.a.7160]

Magical! Majestic! Magnificent! Love it!

[@maximbudnick]

Many thanks!

[@alannolet3109]

Drones to help find your way, why not. Another great vid. Haven't seen you nor Xander for a few weeks - glad to see you both. Already looking forward to your next adventure...!

[@maximbudnick]

Hey there, Alan! It's been a busy month and took me longer to post this video than I expected or wanted. Good news is that next video is already in the works. All the best!

[@Jesus4444me]

32:33 - 32:44 just blew my mind I had to pause and stop and leave a comment! But the whole video is so masterfully done. You should definitely video for Nat Geo. Those trees look so insane from so far up. The drone has totally changed our perspective and nature has never (but always) been so beautiful! Anyway, thanks for the super sweet video. God bless!

[@maximbudnick]

Really appreciate that. I don't yet actually own a drone so Xander and Jon were kind enough to let me use their footage. I can't wait to get one soon though!

[@HikingHansen]

Looking forwards to watch this video 👌

[@maximbudnick]

🙂

[@newbwwmatt]

Nice, glad to know you also have a channel, from Xander here . Philippines

[@maximbudnick]

Hello, Matty and welcome to the channel! I appreciate you stopping by to check me out :) All the best!

[@newbwwmatt]

@@maximbudnick Yeah!! looking forward to you reaching a half a mil subs and more soon, too.

[@loom1c]

Agreed that Autumn is a favorite time of the year, Maxim

[@maximbudnick]

Definitely! Cheers!

[@DaveMacsCamp]

So Max, I guess seeing you beat Keenan, Jon and Xander to the posting that means that it's your win and you the best KZbinr from the trip .... 😉 Good video mate, great content!

[@maximbudnick]

Hahaha! Thanks, Dave!

[@joenabelpeterson8349]

Yeeyyyy. Xander and Max went on another camping trip. Makes my day.

[@maximbudnick]

🙂🦆

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Good Time Maxim... Good Time with good ole boyz

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks a lot! Sure was a good time 🙂

[@MUDDRAGGERRC]

Another Budnick !.great video man , incredible footage. Thanks for bringing me along

[@maximbudnick]

REally glad you enjoyed it Harvey

[@allisonwanderland9917]

Awesome! I was just wondering where you’ve been. Great start to the weekend. Thanks, man! 🛶

[@maximbudnick]

I am honoured to be on your mind. Glad I could help improve your weekend

[@garyellington1216]

Wow Xander, awsome footage from the drone . Great 👍

[@maximbudnick]

Yes Xander did a great job with the drone!

[@jaimegarcia1247]

Hola Maxim,otro grandísimo video!!! Sabes que es lo que mas me gusta de este video?El Silencio que se escucha,sólo roto por el avance de el agua en los riachuelos1🥰🥰🥰. Eres lo más!!!👏👏👏 Saludos desde España🇪🇦🇪🇦

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you Jaime! My personality favors being quiet and listening to natures sounds - so I try to bring this honestly to my videos. Sometimes I am worries that many people prefer talking in the video, so it is nice to hear that you enjoy the silence. Thank you for watching and leaving another nice comment! I hope you and your family has a nice Christmas! :)

[@jaimegarcia1247]

@@maximbudnick lo mismo te deseo,no se nada de ti,pero te deseo mucha PAZ y SALUD,para ti y los tuyos!!!😘 PD:hablame de tu,no de usted😉 Saludos🇪🇦🇪🇦

[@lucindaturnis6605]

Really enjoyed this. So peaceful.... beautiful balance of natures beauty and humor ~~ "Favorite part was the dragging of the canoe" 🤣 😆 your brother is funny too

[@maximbudnick]

🙂🛶

[@elisaadams2292]

The colors on the drone footage are amazing!

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Elisa! That was courtesy of Jon and Xanders drones. Thank you for watching!

[@michaelhudecek2778]

So serene!! Thank you Max for this beautiful and peaceful journey!!! 😊😊😊

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you again!

[@Crap873]

Yay I will watch this before bed ! I love Jon and now have your channel and Zander’s …..wow our Canadian Boys are killin it ! Proud to be 🇨🇦👍

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks for stopping by Jan

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Amazing video!

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks!

[@JB-eg1tb]

Enjoyed how fun and joyful this video was. Thanks again for your dedication in sharing some of your outdoor experiences with us!

[@maximbudnick]

Hello, JB! Thank you for another supportive comment - it means a great deal to me. All the best and hope you enjoy the next video as well - it's in the works :)

[@JB-eg1tb]

@@maximbudnick These videos brings back great memories and looking forward to creating new ones soon...keep doing what you enjoy doing and will be along for the ride!

[@iceman256]

Awesome adventure 👍 Great to see all the guys together and having a blast and grest food. Beautiful scenery with the fall colors setting in...can't beat that. In the GTA here. Thanks for the share Brother 👊 🇨🇦🔥🇨🇦👊

[@maximbudnick]

My pleasure really glad you enjoyed!

[@notquiteultralight1701]

I can’t wait to watch an epic production from you Max! And with Xander and jon! Awesome! Just gotta get through the work day and home chores first!👍🏼. NQU

[@maximbudnick]

Hello, NQU! Thank you for the support! Hope you enjoy the other videos as well!

[@LaLuna2510]

Gorgeous video! Those stars! The drone shots and fog! Your funny brother! 💯

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you kindly

[@Bryan24k8]

Great trip with a great group!

[@maximbudnick]

Yes it was!

[@CarolAnne-h7v]

Hello,wow, i can't tell you's how much i enjoy your videos! The canoeing,fishig,exploring, all of it ! So my thanks for all you show us,oh the portages,your province. Would yous consider out west? I know it's far! Thanks

[@maximbudnick]

Yes I would! I have a couple of videos from trips in the Southwest, and have done some great trips in the NW (before making videos). I'll actually be out there in a few months - hopefully I can make a nice trip or two out of it! Cheers!

[@tercet]

Love the fall scenery!

[@maximbudnick]

Me too

[@sun_paper_girl]

Beautiful footage, it's cool watching all the different perspectives. Thx for making a longer video it's lovely to see everything.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks for that feedback - glad to know you enjoyed the longer video. All the best and thanks for watching! 🌲

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

That was awesome 👍🏻

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you! All the best

[@susansmeeton4321]

love the aerial shots of the coloured forest - another wonderful video, thank you

[@maximbudnick]

Many thanks!

[@nicholasmaxheleau9444]

Thank you Maxim; I was wondering who the 4th “adventurer” was, then I saw the input from ‘Canoe the North’. Great video, congrats all of you!

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks Nicholas!

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

You’re always gorgeous in making splendid videos on a trip in wildlife, Max ❤it

[@maximbudnick]

As always really glad you liked them!

[@ttthaiss]

💗

[@jimhanson7476]

That’s quite a crew, I am sure some fun was had… great video

[@maximbudnick]

It was, we had a blast. Thanks for watching!

[@danielobrien4422]

Thank you, fellows for this video. It is "ethereal" if I understand what that word concept means. Good, enjoyable video again. Thanks, all. Daniel O'Brien, Kansas (where we dont tend to have scenery and outdoor venues or experiences like this!)

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Daniel. Glad you enjoyed this one. Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@SchmutzieOutdoors]

Hi. New subscriber. What a fantastic video. Looks like a wonderful trip. Spectacular footage! Loved the drone circling the island while you guys were standing around the fire, the family of bears was incredible, the drone footage looking down at the colors is off the charts great, rocks seen from the water very cool, the canoes in formation through the mist fantastic. Everything about this is great, except for one part. I thought Xander was going to lick the lens. I mean, at least it wasn't instructions on how to properly poop in the woods, but that was shocking footage there my man. Great vid.

[@maximbudnick]

haha thanks a ton. I don't yet actually own a drone so Xander and Jon were kind enough to let me use there footage. I can't wait to get one soon though!

[@ttthaiss]

I also loved the bear family!

[@djtfilms283]

geeee that day you guys where there i was near you guys on my quad

[@maximbudnick]

Cool!! :)

[@olladypaddlin8891]

Beautiful film. The Canadian wild places look so beautiful. One day I’ll be paddling there.

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks I hope you come check it out

[@northofsevenfishing1312]

You budnick fellers sure make me wanna film more of what I do

[@maximbudnick]

Do it !

[@northofsevenfishing1312]

I’m gonna need to get a new canoe and camera stuff for next year I think I’ll start I go on some wild trips

[@northofsevenfishing1312]

Actually I wanna do the tarp camping in winter that sounds fun .. we’ll see I guess

[@maximbudnick]

It's really nice to not have to stop camping when it gets cold

[@northofsevenfishing1312]

Yea buddy I’ll be across our great country making videos catching sharks and stuff after I move out east

[@fixthis7283]

Maxim I was looking for this you your brother and John lost lakes.hope to see more❤ you brothers.

[@maximbudnick]

I am sure there will be more in the future

[@neon_echidna]

Xander and Maxim what a team. I watched in 4K... Wow

[@maximbudnick]

🙂

[@keith6868]

Glad you did a trip with @lostlakes. You guys should do more together

[@maximbudnick]

I was glad to do it as well! I am sure in the future we will 🙂

[@donnacole4227]

Hi guys from Florida Canada is such a gorgeous place an your lucky to be able to get out an enjoy. Beautiful video Max Stay safe an bye now

[@maximbudnick]

Will do, Donna! Florida has lots of beauty as well!

[@donnacole4227]

Yes it does Max So you just have to come on down an enjoy our beautiful beaches ok Bye bye

[@maximbudnick]

Absolutely!

[@djtfilms283]

it is such a beautifull place to live

[@maximbudnick]

I agree! I love this province

[@richardwildeman1267]

Wow, what an all-star cast on such an epic route, so awesome!!!! And absolutely love your music btw, I could listen to it on a loop all day long!

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you for the encouragement, Richard. All the best

[@city_boy_james]

Four canoes loaded with cameras, you don't see that every day! Enjoyed the video, Max, and meeting you guys on the water!

[@maximbudnick]

Hey thanks again for saying hello! really appreciated that!

[@djtfilms283]

dont if you know much about elliot lake but i live here and love it for the fishing

[@maximbudnick]

This was my third canoe trip there and I will definitely do more. What a beautiful area!

[@davewinch6029]

Another wonderful trip Maxim, so much beauty and adventure to be found in the great outdoors. Thank you for taking us along.

[@maximbudnick]

My pleasure, Dave! Your comments are always very encouraging - I really appreciate you taking the time. All the very best to you!

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... Very nice video .... Awesome location with good friends ... drone footage is amazing ,, awesome landscape footage but also a good tool to use as navigation ,, (unknown portage routes etc. ) ....awesome canoe work with mixed conditions ,, your areas have some of the best canoe waters .... Def. subbed .... til next time ...

[@maximbudnick]

Hey you're right about the drone being good for navigation - can really save you from wasting time going down an impassable route. Thank you for watching, and for the sub. Next video is in production - hope to have it out in the next few days. All the best!

[@brianbenson3669]

Loved seeing the black bear mama & 3 cubs you got on the drone footage! Did you see them before you launched the drone? Great to see the area and the lakes have recovered so well from the uranium mining in the 1950s.

[@maximbudnick]

We had no idea that they were there. It was Jon who sent the drone up and said he saw bears. None of the other of us saw it until he was kind enough to share the footage.

[@ttthaiss]

The bear family was unreal!!!

[@anitabeverly6263]

Saw lost lakes and zander sabotaging your vid nice nature shots max

[@maximbudnick]

Oh yeah, those guys are always up to no good... Haha thanks for watching, Anita! Glad you enjoyed it

[@patrickbenoit5495]

Loved it !!! Peacefull and calm !!

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Patrick

[@donalddakota8069]

Nicely done Max. Great drone video's. Very strange to see Kenan and Jon on someone else's video. Brad Jennings of Explore the Backcountry did the same route and it was a slog through the creeks also but beautiful lakes.

[@maximbudnick]

Yes we used Brads maps. Its hard to believe he did it as fast as he did!

[@williamleopold507]

We enjoyed your video , beautiful scenery ,

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you very much!

[@ttthaiss]

🌲very nice 🌲

[@maximbudnick]

you are nice 🦆

[@luciereadman4003]

Another epic adventure with awesome humans. You really have a way of capturing unique closeups, sounds and such. I feel like I’m there experiencing the beautiful moments. The drone footage from Xander were awesome!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@maximbudnick]

Really appreciate that Lucie! Your comments help me know what I am doing right.

[@birdland830]

Great trip and great video Max👍 Don’t tell the others,but I think you’re the most impressive photographer/videographer of the lot! Really interesting angles and I like how you frame your shots very tightly. Keep up the awesome work!

[@maximbudnick]

hahaha thanks Peter

[@FoundPonds]

Thanks for the upload Max!

[@maximbudnick]

Your welcome found Ponds 🙂

[@leovgonzalez]

Love watching your videos! Beautiful scenery :)

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you very much!

[@KettleCamping]

Nice video! What a great trip! Thanks !👍

[@maximbudnick]

Thanks again!

[@lbomb8]

And the quickest editing award goes to…..!!!!

[@FoundPonds]

I've got second place! lol

[@maximbudnick]

haha I have them beat

[@maximbudnick]

Yes you do found ponds!

[@nancyw761]

Video was great! Video footage at 26.29 was beautiful. Showing the waves at 18.57 to try and capture how high they were was cool. You could see how it was lifting you up and down in the canoe. Adding in the drone footage from the others was amazing. Did you guys even know the bears were at your take out?

[@maximbudnick]

Hello, Nancy! We had no idea the bears were there - though it's the kind of area where you suspect you might run into animals. Jon discovered the bears when the drone went up. Thank you for watching and for the nice comment :)

[@connect4419]

great video 👍

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you 👍

[@wendysalter]

It's a beautiful life in a beautiful world.

[@maximbudnick]

I couldn't agree more, Avia! 🌸

[@krashindigo4650]

this was awesome

[@maximbudnick]

😃

[@sallyfrenette9643]

What a beautiful area. And all my favorites tripping together. Great video.

[@maximbudnick]

Thank you, Sally! 🌲

[@ralfhedin]

Great video, tnx a million!

[@maximbudnick]

Glad you liked it!

[@DareBehr]

I love your brother's videos but I can't get enough so I'm doubling down and following you as well.

[@maximbudnick]

Welcome Daren!

[@ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957]

Outstanding film! I was enthralled the entire time. The stars looked 3D...really appreciate your hard work. Thanks!

[@maximbudnick]

My pleasure!