One Year of Incredible Landscapes

2023 was a great year spent capturing images and stories from an incredible planet- these are some of my favorites, and what they taught me. Thanks for sticking around :)
Thumbnail + additional footage shot by Eric Matt: / ericmattt
www.ericmattphotography.com/
@ericmatt17
Special thanks:
Eric Matt: / ericmattt
www.ericmattphotography.com/
@ericmatt17
Lukas Mann: / exploromann
www.exploromann.com/
Matthew Mikkelsen: www.sprucetonefilms.com/
Dave Searle: / davejsearle
www.davesearleguiding.com/
@DaveSearle
Sun Lea: montserratislandtours.com/
Dr. Graham Ryan, MVO
Full videos:
Olympic: • Why Silence is Going E...
Redwoods: • Why the World's Talles...
Madeira: • The Hidden History of ...
Appalachians: • Why the Appalachian Mo...
Fire Lookouts: • Life as the Last Fire ...
Alps: • Why The Alps Are Getti...
American Alps: • The Fight to Save Amer...
Cascade Glaciers: • Why We're Wrong About ...
Arizona: • Arizona's Active Volca...
Montserrat: • Life on the Caribbean'...
🎧 Sound effects I use for my videos: bit.ly/2WI2aJ7
🎥 Stock footage I use for my videos (additional two months free): bit.ly/307JPqG
Become a channel member to access raw footage and extended tutorials: / @aidinrobbins
Further Reading:
Gordon Hempton & John Grossman- One Square Inch of silence: One man's quest to preserve quiet: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-...
Richard Preston - The Wild Trees: amzn.to/3ZHNgAE
Britannica - Madeira: www.britannica.com/place/Made...
UNESCO - Laurisilva Forest: whc.unesco.org/en/list/934/
Scott Weidensaul - Mountains of the Heart: www.scottweidensaul.com/mounta...
Dahr Jamail - The End of Ice: www.dahrjamail.net/the-end-of...
National Geographic - Alps: www.nationalgeographic.com/en...
Peter G. Knight - Glacier: Nature and Culture: amzn.to/45hAOcP
Wendell Duffield - Volcanoes of Northern Arizona: www.amazon.com/Volcanoes-Nort...
USGS - Arizona Volcanoes: www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/san-fr...
Montserrat Volcano Observatory: / mvoms
John F. Cherry and Krysta Ryzewski- An Archaeological History of Montserrat in the West Indies: amzn.to/41Fg7aL
Clive Oppenheimer- Mountains of Fire: The Menace, Meaning, and Magic of Volcanoes: press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/...
📧 Contact Me: [e-mail]
📸 Instagram: / aidinrobbins
0:00 - Intro
1:54 - Hiding Places
6:08 - Shrinking Places
10:38 - Growing Places
14:04 - Images
15:41 - Outro
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[@alexbamier2194]

You're 21 years old?? Bro you are so young and yet so talented,keep up the good work!!

[@davidkatz2595]

Your shots, framing, and editing are inspiring. Every piece of footage has a purpose and keep you wanting to see more. Amazing work

[@mattcarlson12]

Everybody quitting KZbin... yet Aidin is THRIVING! Instead of gear reviews, he's telling stories that matter with the gear. Keep killing it dude.

[@Luuhaa]

You know it's gonna be a good day if aidin uploads. Love your videos!

[@AidinRobbins]

Hope you enjoy this one!

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

@@AidinRobbinsDefinitely did 👌

[@Imbalto]

Aiden, I'm a geoscientist just a year older than you. I spend my time researching and falling in love with the world that we live in. However, every other topic I explore builds my ire towards the modern systems that serve to destroy these systems that have existed long before us and will continue long after we're gone. With just the scars we've left to tell the tale. These stories are important. This is the fight for the future of every one of our peers. Its a fight we are losing, but we just need to break the siege once and it will all pour forth. I don't know what that moment is but one day I hope to see it

[@M0nsieurPanda]

Oh god you are only 21 nice job for your age

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

Or any age 😉.

[@SteveJones379]

Nice job! period.

[@snubblebubble4937]

Nice job for any age. These videos are phenomenal!

[@aazhie]

It would be impressive at other ages, too!

[@ajeveryone1232]

Whatever the age, I'm 42, this cat is fucking inspiring and phenomenal.

[@Namelessfornow34]

Please don't stop making videos. Your work is truly moving and eye opening. I aspire to be able to create in the same way as you.

[@Goddeh1]

Your cinematography is honestly on point! With your narration and smooth shots, it always feels like I'm there with you which is awesome! Thanks for yet another masterpiece, Aidin. 🙏

[@xxFRANKie10xx]

WOW, some of the best content on youtube. The cinematography, storytelling, and scientific knowledge is so good. It talks to my head and my heart. Keep it up and let’s enjoy and protect this beautiful place

[@kathynguyen6409]

You have the voice of a storyteller. High quality of video editing and transition. You are young and already killing it as an young entrepreneur.

[@asherjackvaglica]

This is truly one of the best channels on KZbin. You are doing amazing work!! And absolutely inspiring me to explore.

[@pfswafa]

Having been an avid hiker (in my younger days), I have been fortunate to have been able to see so many breathtaking places in the world. Your vision is equally breathtaking. I may be old, but there are more adventures in me yet!

[@leonardneamtu_]

I have started watching you for the cinematography, and I have to say that I am happy to see you diving in these topics. Not only do you have the chance of seeing these beautiful places, you also have the chance of sharing the dangers they're in. Thank you for doing so, and keep it up!

[@lettochfilms]

Exactly what we need. Big KZbinrs talking about climate and biodiversity. Brilliant. Thank you. Inspiring stuff.

[@Sophie-uq5pv]

This is so beautiful. I love the storytelling and how beautifully shot these videos are.

[@mattholmes955]

Thank you Aidin for an incredibly shot and much needed video. Your videos are amazing and message critically needed.

[@ViziaFilms]

Incredible maturity and focus. Our future is in good hands.

[@neilcousineau4956]

Some great comments here. Hard to believe that you are 21. At 21, I was serving with the military in Cold War Germany and beyond. I am well into my 60's now and your channel inspires me to try harder for Mother Earth and your generation. I look forward to hopefully many years of your videos. Cheers from Ontario Canada.

[@chach3]

I was at the Redwoods a couple years ago and still think about it all the time. it was one of my favorite places I have had the opportunity to visit. I could spend days wandering around those trees and ferns just being in awe of nature's glory.

[@lkevincurry]

I feel very fortunate to call the Olympic Peninsula my home! It’s such a diverse and magical place. Thank you for highlighting its beauty. Stop by and say hello next time you visit!

[@PaulCoxC]

I'd also add, appreciating the beauty in the small... It's amazing once you really stop and look at something how much you notice e.g. the life on a moss covered log

[@faiazekabir7760]

Beautiful visuals, even more beautiful storytelling! So glad I found this channel.

[@aryangautam8411]

A 21 year old with wisdom and experience of 100 years. Such nice content brother keep it up

[@pdspeter1705]

This is absolutely breathtaking and touching

[@motionpoetry]

Cinematography and storytelling totally mindbending.

[@MarisaArtLA]

I had to stop the video while watching the glaciers part of this video to write how impressed I am by your shots and storytelling of that portion, especially. Indeed, these scenes and places look surreal, out of a fairytale mysterious and beautiful! Bravo!

[@behystudio]

10/10 video. Awesome editing, great choice of music and SFX, beautiful shots, everything put together nicely. keep up the good work mate.

[@CMDMedia94]

I'm speechless, so I'll try to be brief. Your work is amazing. It's not simply visual, but the words that go along with the video. It is truly therapeutic. Thank you taking the time to about and things in this way. We need more young creators like yourself. I'm looking forward to your next story!!

[@generalhades4518]

i hope you continue doing vidoes like this past year. your cinematography skills are amazing, and you are going to corners of places so few do, to cover topics even less would think of when there. you are doing what it took me decades to realize was my dream. im so envious, and so happy for you!

[@exploromann]

What a year, man. Love how seamlessly you pieced together these very different stories. Phenomenal work as always.

[@urluvd509]

Judging from most of the comments received, you have accomplished one of your goals of inspiring others to appreciate the natural world around them. We can only care about those things with which we have a positive relationship, and you are encouraging that. But there is more. You have the privilege and opportunity to see some of the most spectacular natural sites. As more and more people are encouraged to go and do likewise, it has been shown that often, the natural surroundings suffer from the intrusions. I would ask that you include in your message what you are doing to reciprocate the honor of witnessing that beauty. What are you giving back for the gift you take away?

[@zoefreedman6904]

I love your videos! They are magnificent. It's impressive how young you are - I can only imagine how your work and artistry will shift and evolve as you move through life. Thank you for sharing these with us and for caring so deeply about the Earth.

[@barbaricbri]

these video essays are nothing short of incredible, bravo

[@colemiller3914]

You are truly one of my favorite content creators, always very informative and interesting!!

[@antonyingram]

Every shot is a masterpiece. Have thoroughly enjoyed your videos over the past year, and very much looking forward to more.

[@StokingWithRy]

Holy crap i love this so muchhhh. Your footage is unreal and I dig the message behind it so hard

[@tsvetomilsemkov2527]

Please continue, Aidin! Your video stories are immensely captivating ;) keep up the good work

[@p382742937423y4]

cant believe you are only 21 years old. You have a real nice way of telling a story. Its nice!

[@petemellows]

I’ve really enjoyed your videos from 2023. They were thoughtful and engaging. And a great recap of your year! Keep up the excellent work. I can’t wait to see you hit your stride.

[@iCrohns]

This is some of the most incredible footage I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing (in 4k too)!

[@bardomeister]

can't wait for another year of images and adventures!

[@Aiforedd]

I don’t think there’s any other KZbinr that I get this excited about when I get the upload notification

[@jespermalmberg5846]

Absolutely incredible storytelling, and very inspiring. Thanks for doing what you do! Feels so authentic!

[@therabbidt]

WHAT THE FK. I THOUGHT THIS HAD ATLEAST HALF A MILLION VIEWS. WHAT. UNDERRATED AF

[@Millertime09x]

Simply excellent footage, excellent narration. Amazing. You have a very promising future! I can't wait to see where you go next. Bravo!

[@CAMAS_7]

I could definitely recommend some locations and even storylines. Bravo on your work, and looking forward to what’s next

[@senshai1267]

the color filters you use is so good .

[@sebastianslazyk4251]

I just want to say that I just found your channel and I am blown away by how it resonates with me. Keep up the amazing work!

[@TheAride133]

Aidin, if I could only express how much i respect your work. I find it so inspirational and educational, sharing it with my friends and telling people around me that your content is exactly how we should discuss topics of a changing climate. Your content has no fear-mongering, it is straight to the point, showing in a calm the mesmerizing beauty that surrounds us and how it begs for protection and conservation. In my opinion, your input in saving the nature that surrounds us is immense. Part of what we can do is support you so that your story-telling can reach and impact a larger audience. You're a man on a mission!

[@DougS45]

This is such an incredible video. I woke this morning to a notification and I knew that this was going to be a great start to the day. You do an amazing job and I find your work to be incredibly inspirational. I look forward to seeing what you have for us next!

[@AidinRobbins]

Means the world my friend!

[@Stilldanny712]

being 21 also and seeing the amazing places you've bean makes me feel a little guilty to just be sitting in my room doing nothing, i really need to get out and see the world, hopefully ill get the motivation and budget to do that soon amazing video as always man

[@eegarim]

Thank you for another fantastic video! Your voice is so soothing I could listen to it narrating an hours-long Ken Burns-type series. Can’t believe you are only 21!❤

[@e.solano3963]

So proud of you man. Havent missed an episode and I lived up in Humboldt during the snow. It was unbelievable and you captured it so well - as a rock climber and avid outdoorsman... Thank you for the work you do. Heres to making a difference 🍻

[@trapdeath99]

at 21 you got to know about Earth more than we ever can, as slaves we're stuck... it's amazing to see you making this super high quality documentaries with so much research and great storytelling. honestly man, really awesome.... YT is still alive, i think and believe when i see people like you. God bless you

[@cxzbhjmmbv]

This was an amazing thought-provoking video that I think a lot of people working in offices need to see. As someone studying wildlife and conservation biology this is what really gets me going, people enjoying nature in all of its beauty that builds a connection and drives them to preserve it.

[@lanemcnally5159]

This video is better than anything I could've imagined when clicking on it

[@wendywitzig119]

You are so incredibly talented! I can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

[@dirtcopdualsport]

I’ve been looking forward to a new video of yours coming out! Thanks for this!!!

[@AidinRobbins]

Hope this one delivers! :)

[@dirtcopdualsport]

@@AidinRobbins it was fantastic! I enjoy all of your videos. They make me want to be a better filmmaker!

[@killer120070507]

Incredible you're able to follow this dream at just 21

[@LukeWit]

Love this video bro! Didn't realize you're my age and I've been looking up to you from quite a few years now... kinda feels weird but also inspiring 😂 Keep it up! Can only hope I get to your level!

[@elenaficarra3950]

I'm 21 as well and I can feel exactly what you are saying !!! we must stick together :)

[@BLDVideos]

Incredible footage! Very inspiring! Your cinematography is on another level..

[@shaggyterrell8460]

Beautiful as always! I’m going on a few months long road-trip from Texas to the National Parks and every Western State of the U.S. here in a couple months, living out of my Prius. Your videos are just one of the reasons I’m so excited about seeing the northwest and the Old Growth Forests. They are at the top of my list of places to experience.

[@TheAverageGuy12]

Life is great. Mother Nature is stunning ! 😊

[@sifat_____]

Watching from Bangladesh 🇧🇩❤️

[@AidinRobbins]

Appreciate your support my friend!

[@sifat_939]

❤❤

[@HikingHansen]

I’m so insanely impressed with what you do. This is the benchmark for visual storytelling 🤜

[@mouseodious393]

Gorgeous video with very interesting content. I’ve always been fascinated with the temperate rainforests of North America, and your videos over the year helped me learn more. I’m especially thankful for the sense of peace from the forest themed videos, I always get hit hard by the New York winter and it makes me happy to see these videos

[@lilli.boettcher]

Strong video!! Love the cinematography, the storytelling, the topic, its really good!

[@aunderskaizen]

Thank you for the inspiration, togther we will change this world for the better!

[@MacCakePie]

Beautiful shots and an inspiring video!

[@SamNadeau]

This fired me up! I knew I wanted 2024 to be a year of travel and experiences for me, but this video inspired me even more! Thank you for doing what you do and sharing these incredible stories :)

[@dumenik2994]

Amazing video as always , best youtuber out there!

[@balsamfir4259]

I really needed to hear this positive outlook. I've been really depressed the more I learn how much we've lost and the extractive forces that will remain into the future. None of my friends care much for nature and it feels isolating. Thank you for showing me there are people who care. I went to school for ecological restoration, I haven't found a way to make a meaningful impact yet but I'll keep trying

[@sedd1234]

You are 21? no way. You're vids are so well done.

[@drubber007]

*Your

[@icecoldfire9522]

this straight up might be the best video i ever saw on youtube

[@levysnir8701]

Thank you for making this video 🙏🏻💙

[@IamJDMable]

Wow. This was amazing! I live near Seattle, and have lived in Washington almost my whole life. I've been wanting to move away recently but this helped me see my area from a different POV again. Thank you!

[@CurtisSnapshot]

This has to be the most inspiring channel on the internet. 🙌

[@cj.blackedits3289]

Cinematic masterpiece

[@helencogan2187]

WOW,Aidin… and you are just 21!!!You are amazing and your work is stunning while inspiring me to just GET OUTSIDE AND CREATE!! Love where you and your channel have taken us…Looking forward to the next adventure!!

[@probablyzeke]

Thank you! I'm only 15, but I look forward to my future exploring and learning about this wonderful planet we live on. I've applied for a youth conservation corps job in Yellowstone this summer and I hope that it can maybe be a stepping stone to a career in conservation or something outdoors.

[@probablyzeke]

to anyone who read this comment I just want to say I did get the position and i'll be in yellowstone

[@Flugmorph]

Beautiful look back and a nice message to boot! Hope 2024 can be just as special for you as 2023 has been.

[@max_wheelwright]

Hell yeah! One of the biggest years of growth on your channel. It feels like after a few years of trying new things, it's all paying off. You deserve it!!

[@moonlightkaiser4037]

It's a masterpiece in it's element. Everything is well placed and your voice makes me feel the whole world and the nature around us. I can't put this awesome video into words, just soo good and I'll help you to protect the planet and its irreplaceable beauty! Keep going and get people all around the world inspired to rescue OUR planet

[@Tridevcandraw]

Being your subscriber from 2019 i feel proud

[@NickLopes105]

Try visiting the Sahayadri ranges of Maharashtra, India. You won't be disappointed.

[@ShubhBundela]

beautifull cinematography and colour grade : well done aidin

[@alirazastudios4427]

Wow, this is amazing quality work!! Like I’m in a cinema watching a Hollywood film, amazing work brother! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@aaronedgeart]

Fantastic, properly motivated now... thanx to you. Hope you've visited Hurricane Ridge as well, another NW gem of ours.

[@dasha_petrova808]

Thank you for sharing your work with us! Hopeful for the future!

[@Wildridefilms]

Incredible compositions, drone shots, narration that all combine into an immersive storyline. I'm impressed with every one of your videos as you keep on improving. Probably my favourite channel on the platform.

[@mdogg95]

I found your channel through your video about the Cinders in Arizona. The fact you chose a niche topic in my own backyard on top of your thorough research and great storytelling made me an instant fan. And it turned out that it wasn't a one-off, you really do go out of your way to find interesting and unique stories and perspectives to tell your stories in every single video. You're incredibly talented, and I can't wait to see what you come out with this year! Also if you want any more AZ-based topics, I am an entire thesaurus on the cool niche stuff here. But definitely start with the Superstition Mountains, they're incredible and full off cool stories.

[@PenandPaperScience]

Extraordinarily put together! You've put me over the edge of visiting at least one such an amazing place this year.

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Thanks for sharing it. Wonderful work as always. ✌️

[@Jacman8]

Thanks for an awesome year of videos.

[@chiquon]

love these videos where you go beautiful places keep making them please

[@zandin8290]

Looking forward to watching your channel grow through 2024! One of the best channels I found in 2023. 🧡🍀

[@AirBournePixels]

As below, such a wise head on young shoulders, always looking forward to your videos. Well done and keep up the good work ...

[@maartenlaureyssen3107]

Wonderful video! You've got me inspired and craving for new adventures in nature. Already looking forward to your video's in 2024!

[@teocrawford]

Brilliantly inspiring Aidin! Congrats on all the accomplishments of last year, may this one be a great continuation🙏🏼✨

[@kyphasdip9907]

This is so inspiring, I want to see the world for myself so bad qwq