Overnight in Abandoned Alpine War Village

[@patmash]

“And if not, at least you can die an honest man”. That speaks volumes of your character. May God always bless you young man.

[@lynnh4923]

Amen!!!

[@Vaffanculo-m9d]

God bless!

[@abbywinters7751]

I watched that part twice!❤

[@victorrolanti6636]

While in the air force me and a good friend went a camping trip trip to mount wittney in lone pine California. Half way up the mountian was a abandoned cabin. Left on the rafters was cans of food left by others. With a note asking to leave some food if we had it, but were welcome to what ever was left if we needed it. That night we heard this noise , that scared us. Shined a flashlight looklng for what ever it was. Turned out to be a kingerro mouse. I laughed so hard there were tiers in my eyes. What a great memory. That was i 1960 . Im 82 years old now. The memories are still very vivid in my mind. Today i thank god for those experiences. P.S. please excuse any typos.

[@rob4n12]

I remember several decades ago I to climbed Mount Whitney. I went from sea level to about 10 -11,000 feet in a matter of 6-7 hours. I got such altitude sickness I thought I was gonna die. It still was a great memory, BTW, I’m 60 now just a bit behind you, my friend. God bless you.

[@DouglasRichardson-er4ky]

🐁 🏔️

[@thomaswayneward]

In '66, while in the AF in Tacoma, my friend and I did a lot of hiking and camping. Great times.

[@JanetofAvalon]

Did he bring his own wood for the furnace?

[@JanetofAvalon]

Can he get cell service up there?

[@karlobujan]

20:52 "If you're fair and good to others, then I believe it all comes back to you. What you give, you will receive, maybe not now, but definitely in the long run." - Andraž 100% code that I live by, and that we all should live by. Respect!

[@andrazegart]

Thank you for spreading kindness! ❤️ Wish you all the best, brother 🙏

[@agatadusko9646]

What a wonderful person. Note to self: bring snowshoes :) Great camera btw:)

[@Robert-yh6bb]

Save your breath, tell that to all the children died and mutilated right now 😢

[@jondohnson8417]

Same as me. I call that karma, but I am not sure if that is the perfect word for that. Karma also includes your thoughts. That is the point where I fail most. I mean, I fail everywhere once in a while but I give my best to become better.

[@michaelparker6763]

That is the law of Kama, which is not the law of God. "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" Romans 3 verse 23.

[@steveclark5586]

How this guy hasn’t blown up yet is beyond me. Such a humble character. Love watching the content 🔥🔥🔥

[@andrazegart]

Thank you Steve! 🙏 I really appreciate the kind words 🫶

[@fummag2698]

It's coming, two weeks ago he was at 15-16K sub and now already 24K so in two more weeks it should be 30-35K and going on, good for him :)

[@steveclark5586]

@@andrazegart Always! Crazy to think I’m watching your videos at home in England and here you are. Keep doing what you’re doing brother your videos are inspiring.

[@namelastname2449]

I’ve spoken about him in my Twitter channel. It’s unbelievable that he ain’t got SCARPA or Grivel as full time sponsors

[@janhorak5363]

He will

[@instantlight301]

The fact that this dude trekked through chest-high powder WITHOUT snowshoes and still made it to the village without one complaint is truly fascinating. Great videos!

[@andrazegart]

@@instantlight301 It was quite a battle, but 100% worth it :) Thank you very much! 🙏

[@Linuxmannen]

@@andrazegart Why no snowshoes? No point in that kind of snow?

[@trevordixon1427]

Who had camera ?

[@klemengartner7562]

@@andrazegart bravo, super vsebina in fant na mestu! samo tako naprej, pozdrav iz sosednje, poljanske doline!

[@GunsSouthAfrica]

Any reason you aren't using snow shoes?

[@tjp-re4du]

Camera work great. As a 76 yr old who doesn't get enough exercise anymore, i am jealous AND very happy for YOU. Humble, talented climber and you appear to me a very nice fellow. God Bless

[@andrazegart]

Thank you, I really appreciate the kind words! 🙏😊 I wish you a wonderful week! Kind regards, Andraž

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

👍

[@ale_fina]

Ancient fire-starter technique with a "flamethrower"! 🔥

[@andrazegart]

😂😂

[@juneangel7221]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@fubufb420]

Camping with Steve vibes!!🎉 😂😂

[@Nyx_2142]

Well, the flamethrower is thousands of years old. So, it is definitely an ancient technique.

[@kevinmurphy3464]

First off, this young man has a great attitude on life. Classic statement “If it doesn’t pay you back, at least you die an honest man.” Second, he’s in great shape to climb up there in snow that deep! I was kinda surprised he didn’t bring snow shoes for those conditions because that would have truly eased his pain going up. Love this type of history and they have have done an amazing job on that hut. His new camera did a great job and I say bravo for taking us along on his adventure!

[@reddiver7293]

Slight build, laid back affect, brother initially comes across as a lightweight. But after watching him for awhile you quickly realize he is tough as nails, smart and has uber endurance. Respect.

[@mygirls6255]

How does this guy not have more followers? He’s awesome! I’m a 75 year old lady and I’m loving this!!!

[@mapleleafer74]

Cause he's very annoying to watch

[@andrazegart]

@@mygirls6255 Thank you, I really appreciate that! 😊 I wish you a wonderful day!

[@KenpatchiZaraki]

​@@mapleleafer74Then dont watch😅, and he is better than 70% of those cringey utubers who just get views by showing skin, playing pranks, showing off their wealth, insulting others etc....

[@dylanandmolly3739]

​@mapleleafer74 what a nasty comment to make about a great guy. The only annoying thing around here is you.

[@Steve-qv2bj]

@@mapleleafer74 how can u hate this guy

[@Darenbranch]

“If your dumb, you better be tough” loved that and all your other jokes 😂 brilliant video, one of the best snow trekking ones I’ve seen 👏👏

[@andrazegart]

@@Darenbranch hahaha thank you, I’m glad to hear someone likes my dad jokes 🤣 Wish you a wonderful week, my friend!

[@padmeamidala4883]

Chi non ha testa, ha gambe.

[@zs254]

“If *you’re* dumb”

[@Darenbranch]

@ thank you for correcting my grammar! Ps: really !

[@tsbrownie]

"Thank goodness we made it to the cemetery." Hey, we ALL make it to the cemetery. 😊

[@andrazegart]

@@tsbrownie 🤣😅

[@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of missing persons who never make it to a cemetery, just to wherever their bodies are left :/

[@Hydrazine1000]

I dunno about that. When it is my time to go, I will have it made known that I prefer cremation and scattering of my ashes. (In a place where that's allowed.)

[@keithhogg1963]

This guy really is awesome! The places he goes to. And by himself. Manages to take excellent camera footage. In the middle of a dang snow storm at night. Walking in it waist deep. With a big backpack. 2 hiking sticks . And a camera. I’ve been watching this guy a lot lately. Not to mention a good cook. Really enjoy your videos sir. Excellent young man. I’m from America. 60 years old. Living in Vietnam.

[@niafer9444]

I loved the video and two things struck me: Sometimes it's good to be reminded of tough times so we don't take such peace that there is for granted. And secondly, you have grown into an exceptional adventurer, presenter and human. Thank you.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you so much for these kind words! Means a lot ❤️

[@johnmcmahon5225]

The Gemona Alpini Battalion fought in WWI, and in WWII invading Greece and fighting in the Soviet Union. Near the end of the war, as part of the Salo Republic, they fought against Slovenian partisans in the same area as the bivoac. The unit was disbanded in the 1990s.

[@andrazegart]

@@johnmcmahon5225 Thank you for the additional info 😊

[@NouisFam]

I could have these videos playing all day in the background while I work. I love the dry sense of humor along with the accent. Makes me chuckle.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you very much! I wish you a wonderful weekend 🙏

[@ronlokk]

"What you give you will receive." We all need to remember these words. Bravo.

[@henriettafinch6057]

Thank you for posting this, you’re extremely knowledgeable, your positivity and kindness in a worrying world is inspiring and heartwarming. I wish everyone would remember that at the end of the day all a person really needs is safety, warmth and macaroni. ❤

[@thefrogggy100]

that scene at 12:09 is my favorite thing i've seen in any of your videos. the snowstorm at almost night is just so beautiful. thank you for yet another great video

[@haideludwig8998]

A good head on this man's shoulders. Smart and respectful..

[@joeaPa3]

Happy that this young man has respect for the shelters he visits. If others were as respective when using common shelters it would be amazing.

[@duffman7065]

I can’t help but think the world would be just a little bit nicer with more people like you in it, mate 🙂

[@sanddabz5635]

It's 3:22am in the morning in San Francisco and I'm laying in bed and I just watched one of the coolest videos ever!! Thank you for taking me along😁

[@andrazegart]

My friend, you need to sleep! 🤣 Thank you 😊 I do hope you got enough sleep tho 🙏

[@ZukaraTheGame]

My legs on are on fire just watching this. Treamendous amount of effort to hike in that deep of snow even when its flat....i dont want to imagine how much energy to climb in it like that.

[@igorot962]

You really don’t need subtitles. Your English is very good and I understand you clearly. Keep up the great videos.

[@dist0rtia975]

camera quality is CRISP,. also this looked so incredibly tough to do with snow up to ur chest! please keep these up! love the videos. stay safe and always stay happy!

[@grazianobettin3156]

"What you give, you will receive"....a nice spot for the "Battaglione Gemona"..one of the most famous place here in Friul...easy with sun....an hell with snow. Valuable description of the place and its history. Camera quality: ok.....Perfect italian language at the end...

[@andrazegart]

Thank you! It really is a special place. I need to return here again in the summer 🙌 And hopefully there’s some firewood ready to bring up by then, so I can repay my dues.

[@Henchman1977]

You don't need subtitles on your videos, your English is perfectly understandable.

[@dominicmurphy4782]

Amazing content, much gratitude to a young man who was raised to leave a place clean (= Great parents. 🙏🙏🙏💚💚💚

[@blackktm]

Great Guy with great Outdoor Videos. Always nice and fun to watch! 👍🏻

[@andrazegart]

Thank you so much!! I really really appreciate it ❤️

[@SallyShockley-n4n]

Wow. Talk about willingly walking alone into situations which could easily lead to disaster. I admire his guts, confidence and know how. Nothing seems to phase him. Nice, clean, well stocked little cabin waiting for him. They provide well and do things right in that part of the world. Very impressive. Glad he made it back to his car.

[@whitewabbitadventure6254]

From a Lady with a low heart rate, and cant hike the world like you can. Thank you for sharing the world with me....

[@rjc7289]

Such a cozy little place to shelter from the elements! I could totally see myself living full-time in a place like that! I must admit, I've never seen a bunk bed that went 4 beds high!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Thank you to KZbin for suggesting that I watch you and your incredible travels! I am your newest subscriber, Andraz

[@waltersnowdon1243]

What a pleasant young man and what a superb dormitary. So clean and comfortable.

[@ExploreWashington]

A dude that learns his history before going into a spot 🤘👌 hell ya man from the USA 🇺🇸!

[@KerryDSC]

beautiful piece of history, It is so incredible that it is still there and you can stay overnight. Nice to see it is so well taken care of!!!

[@AndreaCaio]

Qualità immagine Ottima direi... Sei un grande... Complimenti per le tue escursioni...👍 Mi vengono in mente molti ricordi 😊🙏 Un saluto da Padova "Italia"

[@shadowman2469]

"... And if not you can say you died being an honest man" briliant be need mor fellas like that. World would for sure a better place to live in. Thanks for taking us on that hike!

[@AlcibiadesHidalgo]

Love this quote at 11:54, "If you're going to be dumb, you'd better be tough." (As it turns dark)

[@jefflewis2111]

Thank you young sir, for taking me 'along' .I will continue to pray for your safety, in all of your endeavors. I'll be watching, Thank you.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you Jeff! I really appreciate that 😊 God bless you and your family 🙌

[@kellykathleen6284]

What a nice comment. That was a lovely thing to say. I concur.

[@helland846]

As an OLD trekker you have my respect. I'd love to explore that site in the spring. Alas, my days of hiking are over so I do enjoy watching trips like this. Thank You.

[@yanksrule311]

What a good and decent young man.

[@JohnA000]

You have a lot of wisdom for a young man. If all youth were like you there would be much less problems in the world.

[@fiorenzaattanasio4796]

Thank you from Calgary Canada…I love your attitude and fortitude spirit..TANTI BELLI COSI❤

[@gianmarcofasce54]

You are such a nice guy, honest and humble. Keep up with your adventures and always stay safe! cheers

[@robbory]

These videos are absolutely incredible. Cannot wait for your channel to get massive. I’m here for the long run!

[@kennethwood2089]

Always good to see the past--here--the Great War relics and remains. Such stories they had to tell. Thank you Andraz.

[@simondalzell5635]

I'm English 60. I've just discovered your channel Andraz. Very Interesting. Thanks and best Wishes from North West England.

[@howardcobb4354]

So that was a crazy one! Like the camera, nice and sharp. And just when I thought you couldn't get a swim!!! Great stuff.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you very much! When there’s snow, there’s really no excuses 🤣. Water or not, I didn’t have a choice hehe.

[@radar8988]

As an American Italian, I can relate to the sense of adventure and exploration! Very nice record of your trip with your suitably humble personality. Saluti

[@johnwest7993]

I thought that looked like a chapel. That is the most gorgeous public mountain hut/cabin I've ever seen. A craftsman worked on building it, and a craftsman worked on refurbishing it.

[@RedFeatherAngler]

Your statement on being able to die a honest man is fantastic, and well beyond your years. I love the respect you show on your channel (It's pretty entertaining as well!).

[@soujah345]

I just recently found your channel and have really enjoyed it. Thank you for taking a guy out in NY/NJ with you on your adventures. I wish you nothing but success.

[@mariemarie6142]

Your adventures are the rarest ! You totally risked your life to show us the world all those locations where minimal human beings could reach. I salute to you and will totally support your channel !!!

[@bobbituka123]

Aerobic fitness is amazing. Stay safe.

[@pongkitchen5482]

love when you act.. "dont waste gas, you still have gascan" and when you "donate".. so humble person

[@shinf9267]

Damn....didn't expect the dude to be so chill, definitely a sub

[@andrazegart]

@@shinf9267 Thank you very much!!

[@Mko007]

@@andrazegartI subbed today as well. GREAT videos and you are crazy lol 😂

[@henriettafinch6057]

Who knew that a guy in the alps, at a ww1 abandoned cabin, making a cup of tea, with frozen honey would be the saviour I needed today. 😁 It made me appreciate the beauty in simplicity. I haven’t stayed in a bothy for so long and it’s about time I did again. Thank you ❤❤❤

[@Katie777wuzhere]

I just found your channel. The scenery is beautiful. I love your accent. You are doing such a great job with your videos. I really look forward to watching more. You just gained another subscriber. ❤🙏🏼

[@707-Intercontinental]

I enjoy your videos very much. So good to see you in Nature and enjoying it so much! I always hold my breath when you take a dip in those cold rivers/lakes. Great content, thanks for taking me along 👍👍🇩🇪

[@nonestfactum1200]

I enjoy the cooking part after a long hike.

[@c79891]

V ery exciting. Thank you for taking me on your adventure. Great job. BRAVO!

[@dq3146]

Everyone watching this should subscribe. Would we ever see these places without such adventurous people, show your gratitude.

[@thomask.8533]

Awesome video, awesome attitude, awesome history lesson. Thanks for taking me. Subscribed!

[@Sergio-z2p]

14:21 Entering a Dark Souls location

[@jozefmalik3944]

ive had to walk through chest deep snow myself 3 years ago in Montenegro zabliak. 3 am, complete whiteout, the usual 5 minute walk from cabin to car at road took me 50 mins each time and had to do it 3 times. clear the car, return shovels, , grab small luggage and back to car. probably hardest thing I've ever done, I thought I will not make it last time down. neadles to say, missed our flight as they did not start clearing mountain road till 11 am that's when I followed snow plough. well done andraz, snow like that really can take all that man has. lucky I was with my partner as we keep pushing each other. the things I only saw in movies and thought to myself yeah right, its just a snow suddenly was my reality..

[@teacherfinaofficial]

Love the snow...watching from the Philippines 😀

[@user-bo1rj2xu2s]

New subscriber here. Your effort is impressive as I sit here on my sofa watching. I appreciate the brief history lesson too, and the fact that people are keeping up the 100+ year old huts that continue to provide people sanctuary. Great video!

[@MatthewHill-vc6kn]

What a suffer-fest! Thanks for your enjoyable get-away from the everyday, but man! Don't forget the skis or snowshoes next time, please! Your positive mental attitude conquers everytime! I felt I had overshared my connection to your content, and how we share genetic neighborness, but then you bring us to the most amazing places where terrible history reminds us that wars suck! And you rekindle our belief in the indelible spirit of the brethren of all mankind. That was such a religious- like experience for me. Alot of the early day paragliders were children of or had been children themselves during the second world war in that italian(french) , border regions. And meeting eachother at the end of the cold war, was the last time I had felt that kind of friendship. One that doesn't fear and loath others, but begs the question of how do humans get to that point? When we are all so similar, and enjoy achieving the very same victories. Another peace victory for Andraz! Bringing a divisive world back together around the fire at his bivys' hearth. Peace and love to you my most meaningful fellow, in this day and age where meanings are meaning, less. The camera was okay, but I think gopro makes colors richer, like fujichrome use to be nicer than bleaker kodak(slidefilm) Great adventuring, you are an artist beyond borders!

[@andrazegart]

@@MatthewHill-vc6kn Yeah, never leaving the snowshoes/skis at home again for such kind of situations 😅. Thank you for your rich and kind hearted thoughts my friend! I appreciate you for always taking the time to write such kind and meaningful messages! I wish you a wonderful friday, and an even better weekend! 🙏😊 Kind regards, Andraž

[@MatthewHill-vc6kn]

@@andrazegart so cool to have a pen pal, like we were assigned as kids back in the 1970s schools, but having a real #1-best buddys', positivity awaiting when I get home from a 12hour day at bike messenger delivery , a buddy who knows why he does the feral things he does, for himself, and shared with the world, but only out of generosity, not a needy greed to impress. Puts that interaction on a whole other level. You are admired world wide, yet you find time to be generous with your time.I know I sound sappy, but you are such a meaningful poet and artist in how you live, I know at least as much support from your comments as I hope you get from mine. Thanks for your time, "thunder-buddies for life!" Enjoy yerself2!

[@MarcelloBettega]

Video che rasenta la perfezione sotto tutti i punti di vista. Bravo!

[@vincekemper7753]

I just found you a couple of weeks ago. Love your videos and keep up the great work. I know how difficult it is to walk in waist deep snow, very tiring. Good job. Oh and I just subscribed.

[@claudelengyel5098]

A good trip in the mountains opens your heart and mind!

[@HeinzBeard]

“I do not give up” 1:00ish into the video, driving up the hill, “I give up” *reverses back down hill* 😂😅 quitter Forgot to add I’m kidding, my second video of yours and subbed because I loved the first one and watched many others between than and now, the first being last night about 8 hours ago. Honestly I just forgot to sub in the first vid. I just like the personality and how it’s not all corny with hot cocoa and fire music during a bunch of extra drone shot cut scenes ..

[@lisalamb2375]

😅First time seeing one of you videos. Loved it and am now a subscriber. Thanks so much for the history of the area you stayed at last night. Would love to see more of your country in the same fashion. Well done young man, well done. Looking forward to your next video now and I am sure in the next few days I will be binge watching your other videos. You have made a very old broad (yes I am old enough to be your grandmother) very happy to learn more history. Stay safe.

[@johnhebert3855]

Very enjoyable video. Whoever keeps up that great cabin, does a good job. Thanks.

[@ThepsychJ]

I love your video and your accent. People need to be sharing and liking your videos because you deserve way more followers than you currently have. I will be sharing this video to all my friends.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you so much, my friend!! ❤️

[@jodyprivee2774]

God bless you Andraz. I don't know how I came across your channel but I am very glad I did.

[@rosswoolley2854]

Viewing from Thailand 33 Celsius today. monsoons season. ⛈

[@johntheclyde2816]

Terrific video. The WWI artifacts were fascinating, and the scenery was epic. Brutal hike, by the way, for anyone that hasn’t tried trudging through chest deep snow with a pack on. Starvation and exhaustion accompanied him to the bivouac 🥃.

[@marjanrihtaric7485]

spet nekaj za pogledat ....respekt !!!!!pazi nase lp

[@andrazegart]

Hvala Marjan! 🙏 En lep preostanek vecera ti zelim!

[@massidew5654]

As "ex Alpino" thank you for your video,really enjoyed..and thank you for historical remarks about the place and the legendary Gemona

[@marcodipietro8835]

13:17 The question is why didn't you bring snowshoes🤣🤣 you are so inspiring too and your videos are great you deserve so much more recognition/ and especially lucky you get to see snow so early!

[@TheQueensWish]

The snow shoes are the shoes you happen to be wearing sometimes 😂

[@kimkimba1131]

Or skis?

[@darked89]

​@@kimkimba1131skies are heavier and imho not that great to go up on steep, possibly icy at night slopes with all these trees.

[@kimkimba1131]

@darked89 , Thanks for the info. I didn't think them being heavier.

[@markrossnagel4680]

I just found your videos yesterday and I am glad to say that they are wonderful. You are such a good videographer and host. Thank you so much for taking this old guy along and I look forward to many more of your adventures. Thank you, stay safe and God bless.

[@nysios5159]

you might should invest in some snow shoes for hikes like this!

[@crimsonfox87fluxule62]

I also got to the 30:20 mark, and the camera is absolutely fantastic, your knowledge and respect for the land and the environment is very admirable, you would just never see me going anywhere in a snow-covered land like that with more than several inches of snow without any kind of snowshoes. It is a reflection of my personal pet peeve and not a true criticism of yourself. Really nice video and the camera is very good. Along with much appreciation for saying the name of the camera.

[@bullionaire]

Read the novel "A Soldier of the Great War" by Mark Helprin ... it contains a great fictionalized account of the alpine fighting between the Italians and the Austrians ... the main character is an Italian alpinist

[@msbravo5505]

I was in tears worrying about you! I was so relieved you made it! What a pleasant young man! Oh yes, and very very brave!😳

[@mrfrost663]

That is a nice cabin. Probably well worth the trek.

[@andrazegart]

Absolutely!

[@doreendaykin6693]

Deepest gratitude for this wonderful & historic upload! 🏔️

[@loretalaus5083]

Kudos for the commitment! The effort gone into this is insane! 💪 You go, Andraž! And stay safe.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you Loreta! 😊 Yeah, it took quite a bit of work, but as soon as I stepped into the hut, it was all worth it 🙌 Wish you a wonderful week!

[@peterbailey6930]

Outstanding video thank u for letting me live vicariously by your adventure.

[@punpck]

What I love most on your videos is that you are hiking so much in snow ❤ I love snow so much and you are really inspiring! And the best on hiking in winter or snow is that there are almost no other people

[@andrazegart]

Thank you so much! ❤️🙏 I’m glad to hear that. I hope you have plenty of snow in your area this winter 🙌

[@stjbananas]

I live on my banana farm on top of my Islands highest rainforest mountain here in the Caribbean. The quiet and serenity like you found there, it is a nice way to live. Great video, and quality!

[@aleph1510]

Great Shots, thank you ❤ all the showing after the daylight was scary. I'm glad you made it back safely.

[@andrazegart]

Thank you! I appreciate your care 🙏❤️

[@Poliacido]

Grazie Andraz! Bellissimo video del bivacco dei nostri Alpini! ❤❤ Thanks Andraz! Awesome video showing our Alpini cabin!

[@mocheni1]

Walking like that in the snow without proper gear is as dumd as it can get. The place where you slept is called Bivacco Battaglione Alpini Gemona and is in Italy's Friuli Region, just to let you and the viewers know.

[@dorothygoron5824]

Your video quality is very good. The place is beautiful now, so very different from that time of death and survival, of great loss and grief. Thank-you for the tour.

[@marcelmallory2761]

Young man, I loved this video. From your jokes, your humility and also your history lesson. I researched this location and your facts were spot on. I always enjoy learning as I'm a ardent history buff. You've got a new subscriber..

[@christopherslane7830]

Thank you, Andraz. Excellent history lesson. Beautiful country.