Boondocking Forestry Roads - Accepting Compromise

Although filmed in Southern Alberta, this video could have been shot in any forest reserve in North America. The issues are the same - who gets to use these lands and what the trade-offs are in terms of the environment. I still enjoy camping these areas despite my concerns.
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[@bikerdog2b]

We all coexist on the public land it is my favourite place to camp, if it was not for forestry, oil and gas companies as well as ranchers, we would have no access to this magical place. The oil leases are very well cared for ( even noxious weeds are controlled). My grandfather had earned his living (logger) and feed his family threw the dirty thirties off crown land. My family spends most of the camping season in the back country, my children now have the wilderness and the adventures that go along with it as life experience. We have seen Many types of animals including Black Bear, Cougar, red fox and timber wolf. We really love having the wild horses grazing next to our camp. Thank You for the videos on solar helps a lot in the back country.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Wonderful story Douglas, well said. Thanks for sharing it! SP

[@mikeranfurly1135]

I never tire of watching your videos. Even the old ones. Beautiful eastern Rockies

[@Hazardbone]

Thanks for showing courtesy on the road towards the truckers you sir are a true gentleman

[@MichaelRoyDuckworth]

I am courteous and respectful to most. However industry workers need to also show respect to the citizens that allow them to do what they do.

[@CalvinHikes]

With all the Casual chit-chat it's easy to miss how well made these videos are. A lot of work! But sometimes really beautiful and helpful.

[@trafficsnitch3505]

Since discovering your Channel I've been watching 'back episodes'. Just had to comment on how fantastic the cinematography was in this video.

[@papajeff5486]

Realizing that we’re guests. Leave no evidence of passing. Enjoying the true beauty of our home. Thank you so much for sharing. Texas

[@pagewhite61]

I am absolutely blown away by the beauty you showcased in this video, thank you so much. And thank you for your responsible stewardship of that beauty.

[@barbarajohnson1442]

Thank you once again. I took a logging road in Northern California back in the 80's. Five hours!!!The terror and the sublime!!! Nowhere to pull aside, road signs riddled with bullet holes. I prayed I wouldn't come head on with a logging truck..... But the views I had were spectacular. I never regretted it. It felt like the greatest gift. I had no idea looking at the map that it would be one lane!!!! I probably wouldn't have gone. I'm glad I did. Also did the Klamath River country. In my 78 Dodge van, with my shepherd terrier alongside.

[@johnmulligan1382]

I could tell you a story lol

[@barbarajohnson1442]

@@johnmulligan1382 its good to have those stories, isnt it? Do tell!

[@terryannanderson8812]

Well said and beautiful footage.

[@gailweeks5442]

We are so lucky to have this area in our backyard. I like to go for a long drive up there once or twice a year when I need to get away...have just bought a camper for my pickup. This will be my goto spot when I only have a couple of days.

[@loritowne-culver2506]

I apologize Slim. When I went back to your title, I saw it did say “Accepting Compromise”. My old eyes must be playing tricks on me. Beautiful video as always! Thank you

[@rhondatraywick7307]

I agree with your philosophy of taking care of our lands, we are all just passing thru, those deer were magnificent! Nice video! ✌🏼️🐠🐟🐿🐇

[@connielynn195]

Up until now I have only watched your repair and DYI videos. They were excellent, however your nature videos are outstanding! You are a poet and a fabulous photographer. Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into them.

[@connielynn195]

DIY*. SORRY

[@theoldfarmerswife5915]

Very well said. It's not only the off road vehicles, but plenty of irresponsible people in general. So sad to see it happening. Thank you for teaching respect

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks for your support! I try not to be overly philosophical in my videos, but would really hate to see these places disappear. Enjoy it don't destroy it! Slim

[@RossEphgrave]

Beautiful video Slim, it would be awesome to see you making more of these in Canada, show-casing our beauty too. Take care and stay safe.

[@christinaroseman9926]

I'm so proud to be Canadian....thanks for the lovely footage :)

[@michaeldoherty2289]

We were camping in Northern Washington on the Upper Columbia River the same day as you date this video. Lovely weather. NO crowds. Beautiful.

[@pamj5318]

Beautiful video! I particularly liked the scenes of morning frost and what you captured with the underwater camera. Thanks.

[@christinecanavan7333]

Me too.

[@LandseerNorth]

Slim, just found your channel and I'm looking at getting an A-liner or 16ft. Scamp. Appreciate all I'm learning from you. I live a mile north of the Chequamegon National Forest just south of Lake Superior I've hunted, camped, trapped and wandered there a lot. I used to dislike the 4 wheelers and snowmobilers, until I remembered that we ALL get to use OUR National Forests. A little humbling. I prefer our Nat'l Forests to our National Parks. Take care, and thanks again.

[@hildeschmid8400]

So relaxing! I look forward to your boondocking episodes.

[@LoveMtDulcimerMusic]

You outdid yourself yet again! Wonderful video but the descriptions of the beautiful scenery and your thoughts about respect were fantastic also.

[@rayfletcher3683]

Great attitude , Slim . A very reasoned and respectful understanding of how things work and are generally sustainable. Old growth forests produce nothing,. Harvest and renew ,cattle reduce fires by consuming grass and shrubs as well as supplying food for humans from an otherwise useless resource . Your photography skills and observation are outstanding, thank you for sharing. 😍 🇨🇦

[@2010gtoner]

Love your wee vids Slim, from N Ireland :)

[@HoneyandMe]

This looks like my neck of the woods. I'm in BC though, but very much like my backyard. We travel on a logging road like this to get from our remote home to town. Even passing cows along the way. We love and appreciate the luxury that we enjoy of living in a remote location and don't even mind the hour plus drive over rough roads to get groceries! -Sue

[@mssixty3426]

Wow! Beautiful video of the canyon, the frost, and the creek . . . I'm inspired!

[@stephenverrill8963]

Thanks for encouraging me to hike around my home in New Hampshire and enjoy nature!!

[@H.pylori]

Not only a great video, but we were treated to a wonderful discussion of what the wilderness areas have to offer and the need to preserve them. Also thanks for posting the camera and editing software that you use.

[@weekend2therescue809]

Can’t wait for summertime!!! Love me some Colorado camping!

[@kenliu808]

Wow! Beautifully done! Thank you Slim!

[@cyndifoore7743]

Beautiful, just beautiful. You’re right about respecting nature.

[@garywells3874]

Drop dead beautiful - thanks again.

[@bettybrigance6784]

Have to love the simple and small beauty in nature.....thanks for the video

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

Who were you in another life? Engineer? Radio personality? This is on par with David Suzuki's Nature of things crossed with Mr Fix-it. I love the channel content.

[@morethantheeyesees]

Your videos are very professional Slim! More of a nice, mellow, 'documentary' style! I love it! You remind me of me!! Safe travels!

[@mbaker9861]

Newly subscriber here. Video was nicely put together. I like the fact that you always include other creatures big or small, top of that your poetic sayings. It’s great to see a responsible human enjoys his time in nature. Thanks for sharing your adventure and perspective on privilege, compromise, and being respectful with regards to wilderness. :)

[@christinecanavan7333]

Absolutely beautiful video. Th for night time sounds. I was wondering about them. Noisier than the city!! Truly, thank you for posting.

[@vickiebuchanan9116]

Have taken (am taking) my time to re-watch some of your videos. I had this one pop-up and now think it's one of my favorites. It speaks volumes.

[@legojenn]

I have to visit Alberta again. My only experience of the province has been Calgary and Edmonton airports and downtown Edmonton.

[@ejg5114]

I was wondering why your channel hasn't showed up until few days ago!! Love your videos. Thank you! Subscribed! Binge watching your videos now...

[@I_Santos_]

I admire the time and effort you exert in making your videos and setting up all of your shots. Not everyone has that patience. It’s that attention to detail combined with your positive attitude, cheesy humour, and useful information that sets you apart from many other vloggers. Im happy to have stumbled upon your channel. Kinda neat I found out you’re a fellow Calgarian. Already subscribed. 👍

[@joshrogan9854]

HI Slim.. I have a 4.4 mtr. pop top caravan, which i use similarly to you and your Aliner.. I enjoy about 13l/100km which I'm OK with... ( Diesel is about $1.30 p litre here...) Most caravans here in Australia have leaf springs which allows us to 'undersling' the axle for more clearance.. (pos'n the axle UNDER the springs instead of above...!! Door vents are mandatory here to allow badgas to bleed off. Dust can be a problem, though. I've camped in 46c plus here and I guess you've camped in 46c minus !..... GO WHERE THE ROAD TAKES YOU....!!! Josh

[@brianwofford3831]

I really enjoyed this video. I also have an A frame camper, for about four years now. I guess that is what helps me enjoy the video so much. Thanks for the bueatiful experience.

[@valeriawson]

Love love love your videos! You show us places most of us will never get to see and and love the creativity of the video and thank you for sharing. Here lately you have given me a fright of some of the high places and cliffs you have been on ! Stay safe and be careful.

[@GPosner8]

Thank you Slim for your videos👍

[@buffalobill5750]

Love your videos and your outlook, Slim. Looking forward to more.

[@efzapp7]

Thanks for another beautiful video! I love the way you present nature, fauna and flora.

[@dylantroy]

Hello Slim always been a fan to you're videos, lost contact til now keep em coming lu

[@billleland957]

Another great video. Thanks for taking us on another trip. You cracked my up with the "outdoor john."

[@charcoalgriller]

This is my favorite video of yours. Love the music and videography. Please do more like this.

[@jcat3409]

Dude, your pictures and video editing are beautiful.. VERY professional.. good luck to you on many more adventures sir.

[@1hjehje]

That's a really beautiful area. I recently moved to Calgary and I have lots of exploring to do. I can't wait until the summer comes once again! Thank you for the video!

[@johnhenryholiday4964]

excellent video.... forests are a compromise.... west yellowstone learned what happens without allowing mother nature to renew herself.... some of the largest most debilitating forest fires occurred in west yellowstone park.... they allowed for zero logging.... and they put out all fires for any reason.... the forests became choked with old dead trees.... and it became a tinder box.... my uncle used to run sheep next to part of west yellowstone.... the damage done was zero.... and it helped to maintain the forest.... but yes.... there should be wise use of the forest.... good video... Im glad you travel here and help to expand peoples knowledge of what things we have here to see..... I have seen so many of your video's I feel like your an old friend or neighbor....

[@hanginburrito3341]

Really enjoyed the video. Yeah, it's about respecting the land and realizing you're a guest there.

[@robertwillard8011]

We are all guests here.

[@lincolnmurphy969]

Your so right about sharing an compromise Sir. I just wish more peeps were as conscience of the people around them...and of course the wildlife..Peace to You an Yours truly.

[@lloydstacey7674]

Love your videos slim. You cheer me up no end 👍

[@dawnturner7010]

Loved the shot of the doe with not one, not two, but THREE sassy looking fawns. Very cool.

[@coxm001]

Your videos get better and better. Thanks!

[@theresadupuis8475]

Beautiful Journey 💗🐾🐾

[@MrEroshan]

Wonderful video and narration.

[@robc.5745]

A 10 best installment Slim,Everyone else had me covered on the comments loved it.

[@boba6776]

I enjoyed the video, especially the underwater shots. Beautiful area.

[@bobde4705]

Love your video's, you bring how important nature is and how lucky we are to travel. Take care and travel on..

[@WillSheMakeit_]

Great video. I was waiting for the off road vehicle comment and you almost had me fooled then let it go right at the end.lol I'm a bit like you as far as random camping but I ride OHV's as well. I think the way logging is accepted people need to accept ohv trails as well. Not all trails need to be like groomed hwy's either in my mind. Even though I ride it is nice to just go camping and not hear any noise but the birds/squirrels and the river water running. I like your attitude about how we need to share the landscape. We have many areas to random camp some are near off road trails others are not.I guess one needs to know where to go depending on what type of camping experience you want. Alberta has a unique thing with random camping and we all need to get along to preserve that. I'd love to hear your honest opinion on OHV's and the back country. Many of us are wanting to make peace with those that opose our passion. Take care.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hi Willy, I have the outmost respect for responsible OHV'ers who stay on designated trails, but none at all for those who destroy the environment. All who use it must keep it pristine. Thanks! SP

[@debraisola8164]

Really enjoying your videos and your outlook on Life. Respect Gods creations. Safe travels and God bless

[@Cruzeoverland]

Really enjoying your videos down here in Australia. The scenery is stunning , I have an Avan Cruiseliner :)

[@johnscherer376]

Excellent video, music and words of wisdom from you!

[@andycunningham6942]

Good day Slim, I just found this video of yours and after watching many others that you have produced this one has some of the most beautiful scenery in it, and yeah you may have to make some compromises but I believe it would be well worth it to camp these areas.

[@patriciaburke2401]

I do believe you are a poet! Do you keep a journal? You should. You seem to have the soul of an artist. Have you thought of writing a book of photography combined with poetry? Thanks for sharing this wonderful scenery.

[@littlefarmer32]

Beautiful riding down there, I ride my dual sport everywhere I want, as well as tenting and trail riding with the dirt bikes

[@TSunshineful]

Amazing filming. That takes a lot of time and creativity.

[@UncleBuckle50]

Another great video Mr Potatoehead! Keep up the outstanding work.

[@constancecondit4349]

Beautiful video.

[@susanstrickland6774]

That's a beautiful place. I would definitely compromise and share. I think this might very well be your BEST video. Enjoyed very much. Thanks.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Susan! It's still a learning experience, always trying new ideas. Gotta work on my spelling though, too late correct the title!!

[@susanstrickland6774]

Slim Potatohead Lol, don't sweat the small stuff. 😊

[@azmendozafamily]

Dude, I love your travelogues. They are so peaceful and make me Wish for some vacation time to get out of Phoenix for a few.

[@waltdurling1137]

Slim. I really enjoy your vids. You are braver than me, drinking straight from the stream where domestic livestock and deer abound. I use a small gravity system with my Sawyer filter in such "pristine" places to ensure against the nasties..

[@cletusvandamme6262]

Agreed. The first thing I thought when Slim took a drink directly from the water: Giardia. I've know people who've gotten it and, to a man, it takes weeks if not months to finally start feeling normal again. Some have never really recovered. It's not worth the risk!

[@mikeranfurly1135]

Great video. Appreciate your insight into how life should be lived

[@jodeis9952]

Love the cinematography.

[@ericschmidt1987]

Wow I love this guys content. Very uplifting.

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[@solow4451]

Again you make beautiful videos. Thank you.

[@dennisbradley3565]

Love what you're doing, man. Great video.

[@mikewaller4141]

you should really be on TV, great video, thanks Mike

[@mikebrant192]

Great editing and great choice of music.

[@TheLmori3]

Great message

[@dlmac5935]

Incredible! Idyllic! Heaven on earth. Thanks for sharing!

[@teremedina307]

Gracias por compartir, precioso video.

[@stephanedeseve8337]

Merci pour vos vidéos, ils sont chouettes a regarder, vous êtes un gentilhomme, et le respect de la nature devrait être une responsabilité pour chacun d'entre-nous. Bonne continuité.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Merci Stéphane !

[@catchincolds]

It obvious you put time into your editing and shots. Good job on the video!

[@ericmeans9070]

Good fishing looks like at your first camp spot!👍

[@jerryroberts7487]

Great vid and perspective on sharing our resources!!

[@laurielavallee411]

Love your outlook on life and our precious resources. Where were you in this video? Chilly! Thank you for sharing.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hi Laurie, I was in Alberta, just north of Coleman. The snow has begun!

[@laurielavallee8619]

Slim Potatohead I recognized the accent!

[@Just_Mike_Eh]

As newbie to the aframe world. The videos have been great. We have a newer Rockwood (pretty close to the aliner) some of things you’ve fixed they changed and some they haven’t. Nice to know to expect and hopefully prevent some of the issues. We’ve been making some modifications to hopefully get to use ours a bunch in winter here in Alberta. We may even cross paths at some point :-)

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Mike. I've seen a few Rockwoods but have never been inside one. Love to hear about their advantages and disadvantages. Hopefully we'll cross paths some day!

[@SolarSailor1967]

I've started truck camping in Colorado this summer after installing mobile solar. I've not found solitude anywhere no matter how remote the location. It appears that solitude can only be found by sacrificing a view & purposely choosing undesirable spots. That doesn't work all the time either. I camped in a burn scar & still had a steady stream of visitors. That's life, I guess.

[@SlimPotatohead]

As you said, you are just starting out. Finding beautiful tranquil camping spots is something that takes a considerable amount of familiarity with the area, plus a lot of failed attempts. Once you do find them however, it makes it all worthwhile. Good Luck on your quest! SP

[@azvwbaja]

You videos inspire others to travel

[@icebob8555]

Great video Slim

[@corneliusbrosnan7556]

Thank you

[@doctoordan]

Absolutely beautiful location. I sometimes envy those living in such beautiful country. I live in Southeast Texas where the water is muddy, the mosquitoes are horrible and you have to compete with snakes, gators and feral hogs for the true boondocking experience. But then I don’t even know a person that owns a snow shovel!

[@troykadin7003]

I really enjoy your videos! Please keep making them!

[@suelikochiss7933]

What a beautiful video!!! Regards from Georgia USA!!!

[@gb-tm9vg]

Another great video! Thanks