Sometimes, you don't always make it to the end | snow hike with my dog

This was a winter hike we did back in January of this year (2023). When I do these hikes with Nala, there is usually always a destination. And if we don't reach that destination, it almost feels like we failed, especially when trying to make a full video of the journey. But sometimes, even if we don't make it to the end, the journey is still beautiful. I hope you all enjoy this one, even with all of my complaining...
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[@jasxed]

the love you have for Nala is heartwarming🥺

[@xxbullhaulerxx9330]

Facts

[@honggoh4027]

Ditto

[@xxbullhaulerxx9330]

@Undercoverbat95 Bluds speaking facts

[@sandrasandra-gu2tw]

One of the best KZbin channels: A dog. Hiking. Nature. Beautiful views. Beautiful scenery and very well edited video.

[@ikerdelpalacio5160]

And a handsome chap too 😂

[@Noll474]

And a wonderful laughter!

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

He seems like a really kind man, and the love he has for his dog is so wholesome!😊❤

[@wanderlust139]

Sometimes you don’t make it to the end but life is a journey, not a destination. What an amazing hike! 🐶🌸

[@TheKampfschaf]

That's beatyful! We have a similar saying in germany that could be translated to: the journey itself is the destination. I's all about the adventures you make, the friends you go with or meet along the way, in this case the nature and the fresh air. If this is failing, i want to fail more offen.❤

[@JyotsnalovesJESUS]

The way she looks at you when you talk to the camera is heart melting ♥️

[@Devine_Diva]

Glad you posted it, Chris! Woohoo! We are stomping with Nala and Chris! 🎊 🎉

[@whitetiger1008]

Wowowow, what a view up there! Spectacular, Chris! Glad you made it to the viewing area! So cinematic up there. And I loved your face plant, Chris 😂, just glad there weren't any rocks there!! Well done you two!! Hugs to Nala & you for your determination and ability to enjoy the journey and whatever your destination may be. Thanks Devine Diva for the space to piggyback my comment here, no new comment space left I guess. ❤

[@Squishy_Seal]

I am so glad you uploaded this ! This trip was magical. Snow, mountains, Nala... everything that there is needed to be happy. I loved this thank you.

[@AdventuringWithNala]

Thank you for watching. Appreciate the love ❤️

[@JasmineAndrea]

depression has really been kicking my butt for the past couple of months and watching you and nala makes me smile so much🥲🥲🥲 thank you for these videos🙏🙏🥰🥰

[@dagmaranja888]

I feel you 🙏

[@haulwen0564]

That's why I'm here too. Chris and Nala's adventures are keeping me going at the moment through very difficult days ❤❤❤ I hope you're hanging in there xx

[@soniascodellaro7123]

Prenditi un cane anche in canile❤ e vai a cerca avventure come Chris e Nala!❤❤❤❤😂

[@christinafrascona123]

Smushes, stomps and zoomies. In a land where mischief and laughter unite, There lived a golden retriever named Nala, oh what a sight! With fur of gold, a mischievous twinkle in her eye, She journeyed with her master, beneath the vast sky. Her master, a merry soul, ready for some fun, Into the wild, their silly escapades begun. Nala, the jester, always ready to play, Together they ventured, in a comical display. Through valleys, hills and meadows they'd go, the ground covered with snow, Nala, oh dear Nala, a comedian within. She'd plop on his chest with a fluffy smush, Her way of saying, "Let's have a cuddly mush!" And off she'd go, in a whirlwind of delight, Zipping in circles, like a speedy satellite. With back paws that stomped, causing quite a stir, She'd dance and prance, a hilarious fur blur. In the wilderness, laughter echoed through the air, Nala's antics, a comedy show beyond compare. She'd chase her tail, a never-ending quest, While her master Chris chuckled, thoroughly impressed. When the moon shone bright, and stars twinkled high, Nala and her master would unleash their silly side. They'd love with smushes, stomps, and zoomies, no less, Their loving moves, a spectacle, causing much jest. Nala, the court jester, with a heart so merry, Her master, the ringleader, ready to parry. Through mischief and laughter, their bond would grow, A dynamic duo, spreading love, happiness and joy as they'd go. So let the world witness their comedic affair, Nala, the funny retriever, beyond compare. With smushes, stomps, and zoomies galore, They celebrate life, making us laugh even more.

[@AdventuringWithNala]

I love these poems about Nala 😭😭😭

[@christinafrascona123]

I think you have something special.

[@edbengtson3749]

OMG that was phenomenal!!! WOW😮

[@rishabgaur7588]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@edith5122]

I so love to watch vloggers who have great love for their dogs, cats, and other animals - being an animal lover myself who feed stray cats and dogs as well as rescuing helpless kittens and cats. In my experience, animals have genuine love for their carers. I have my 9-year old girl-dog, Porsche, and my 15 rescued cats. I spend a lot for their food and cat litter, but GOD provides. I also love nature - the trees, etc. All these are GOD-given creation.💜

[@priyagobal820]

Nala was so concerned when you fell what a sweetie

[@janecoe9407]

THAT WAS SO CUTE.

[@scorpiohurley6786]

SO ADORABLE and loving how Nala comes to check on your @ 12:49 to see if your ok after your slip.. ❤

[@ajju1989]

I cant get my eyes off from nala She is adorable 🥰

[@mymobile5014]

I don't just love your dog, I love the way you love her. Dogs only have a short life but they pack in so much if you let them. Value her because you will never forget her til your dying day.

[@Ssmith248]

Nothing better than a bond between parent and puppy. I have a loving lab mix and she doesn't do much with mom. 🥰

[@paigerisner6921]

Absolutely love Nala , brings a smile to my face and joy throughout the day❣️💓

[@loubop]

You’ve given this girl such a good life ❤

[@ragmehra]

Yeah I love watching these. I hope you don’t worry too much about videos being “boring” or not. It’s easy to feel the genuine excitement you have for just going out and seeing the beautiful world with your dog.

[@nicolepaulen1813]

That bonus clip!!!👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 Thank you for showing us the beauty of hiking including a good lesson in life!!

[@rudyclemente]

Absolutelety gorgeous. And who cares if you did not reach the top, it was an amazing adventure. Thank you for sharing

[@haulwen0564]

Thanks Chris + Nala. What an awesome hike this was! The views were magical and so pretty. I really feel like i'm there with you! I bet you both slept well that night ❤❤❤ Keep them coming please. Your videos are so therapeutic. I love hiking but cant do much these days for health reasons. Your videos are the next best thing to being there myself xx

[@Lovefrequently]

I love that you showed us you’ll made it to the car safely. I like seeing Nala safe and sound…. And you too of course. She’s such a trooper and the perfect sidekick. 😊♥️🐕🙏🏾♥️😊

[@Fiona-m1f]

About a month ago or so I told you I tried teach my dachshund Rolo to the Nala stomp but couldn't well he turned 15 years old at the end of May his health started to decline we had to make hard decisions to put him down on the 22nd of June it was really sad cause he loved going camping with us for the first time we went camping with no Rolo I just balled my brains out when we got to our camp site. But watching you and Nala helps me .

[@AdventuringWithNala]

Aww Rolo 😞 he was def camping with you in spirit ❤️

[@lena-dw7xx]

I unserstand how you feel. Went through the same heartbreaking experience this spring 😢

[@ashleyshayia8087]

Look at god’s work 🤩🙏🏾

[@OhNyappyDays]

I think the main thing is, that you enjoy life together and go out to nature and enjoy. No need to be perfect every single time. One step is better than no step! I see how much you two enjoy hiking and spending time together. I wish I could join and forget things from my head for one day. I wish I could hike to the top of random mountain and scream like bloody murder. I bet it would feel relieving.

[@Gubbjavel-o2d]

That dog is just pure love. I’m glad Nala is taking care of him, because I can sometimes hear the despair in his voice.

[@Gubbjavel-o2d]

Nah, I was wrong. It’s just his voice gets into falsetto sometimes.

[@carolemoore6599]

I hope you realize how much love and joy you spread with your beautiful and touching videos ❤❤❤❤❤

[@AdventuringWithNala]

I do when I get such wonderful comments. Thank you ❤️

[@angeldust12]

The best view watching your content Chris is Always Nalas smile especially when she’s in her element. Then to see the two of you. #smiles #winning 😍🐾⛰️🦮❤🥰👌🏼

[@jeneuweenlaf948]

I'm from a tropical country; so it's unimaginable to me that you are walking around in all that snow in just a single layer of clothing for as long as you did. Nala came back to check on you when you fell! Awesome.

[@Lee_Forre]

This channel will be so valuable and meaningful as the years pass and life continues to happen. All the beautiful memories lived and shared are quite astonishing to witness. I wish I had recorded more moments like this with my animal companion. Dogs really are the best partners for adventures. They just love to live and they love us so much more than we can understand. Thanks for sharing these moments.

[@metropcs7608]

Nice scenery.nals had a good time.love u guys.

[@rebeccasmith8511]

You can tell Nala hangs on your every word! The love in her eyes for you is palpable!!!!!

[@leothegoldy319]

You and Nala have such a beautiful bond together💛. I love your adventuring videos with Nala. I love it how Nala just eats snow🐶❤️. Hope you are ok after that fall😅.

[@Beo123mybestfriendisthebestie]

Yeah ❤

[@laura011110]

I really enjoy your posts, Chris. I'm living vicariously through you! I had 8 dogs over 25 years, and 5 of them were Golden Retrievers.... I see so much of them, and in particular, my Harley, in Nala with the sock obsession and swimming (oh, and the whoo-hooing!😅), another (Haylie) was completely obsessed with tennis balls, and she too would find them in random places when camping or walking on the levee. She would gather a number of them around her, nesting-hoarder-like, in her dog bed...😅she was so funny. We are dogless for now, our last passed in October. Watching your videos, briings, joy, laughter, and some tears... but tears of the love I felt for mine who were all loved so much and missed equally so. My best to you and Nala! Laura

[@Cheryl-n4q]

I love the love that Nala and you have for each other

[@jessbucher7665]

Good job moving the goal post when you realized that it was too snowy to make it all the way up. Especially since the sun set before you made it back to your car, definitely a wise decision to turn around. I'm so glad you bring Nala on your hikes, I'm sure the smells and exercise are awesome for her! I love these longer videos, it's really interesting to see all of your tools for hiking. Like the chains you put on your shoes! I didn't know those existed but they make so much sense. Thank you for posting

[@brookerangel-legris]

Seeing you struggle a bit was actually encouraging. I watch your videos and think to myself that I could never do that. I could never hike that long. This guy is Superman! Turns out you are human and get tired too! ❤ 🐶 absolutely LOVE all your content.

[@truthlover3160]

The fabulous, adverturing duo. Adorable! x

[@kamz1994]

Awww, Nala is soo cute and amazing, she's such a clever girl and towards the end the way she looks at her dad when he's talking is soooo cute!! You can see the love she has for him. You're amazing Chris, keep up what you're doing. Love from the UK ❤😊

[@CR-yn5sy]

The way Nala looks at you is pure unconditional love 🐕❣

[@lynh.1214]

Chris, it is never a failure to spend time with your loved ones, in this case "Blondie" . 😊 You are giving her the best life, and as many have already pointed out, the love between the two of you kist shines through. That is what we watch for, and the stomps of course. 😅

[@justsaying6870]

I'm so glad you posted this video. That was such a beautiful hike, absolutely amazing. I consider that a definite win, 100%! Nala seemed to totally enjoy herself, too ❤

[@ednaoldebeken3853]

Beautiful scenery!! I'm glad you didn't risk the final stretch! It's good to see you and Nala having so much fun together!

[@malwinajaniak3025]

The amount of love I feel when I watch you and Nala ....❤❤❤❤❤❤words cant express it

[@lindapoplin4473]

Oh I'd be happy crying if I were there That is simply gorgeous I LOVE SNOW and Id love to be there. That's a sweet one too. We love you both take care. 💕

[@marcsi05]

I wasn’t expecting any view at all but I’m glad you managed to get to a point with such great views despite not being the peak. Absolutely not a failure - making wise reevaluations based on safety is never a failure, thanks for showing that aspect of hiking as well. Great video 😊

[@cynhains]

ALL your hikes are awesome, awe-inspiring, interesting, exciting, beautiful, love 'em! Does not matter if you make it to a particular point. It's all great. ALL your videos are much appreciated, whether you're hiking or just hanging around, as long as Nala is there.

[@piripiantonisse4214]

What a stunning view!!! Love your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures ❤

[@maryjogrand3656]

Really enjoy your hikes with Nala. The views are amazing. Such a sweet relationship you have. I love that while you are enjoying the view, Nala is looking so loving at you.

[@SquishBiscuit]

YESS!! I love that you posted this on a Monday Morning!! Perfect adventure to watch with the morning coffee!

[@avoicetocount]

Turning back at these conditions is not a failure. Considering the short duration of daylight left I would probably have turned back sooner, just to be safe. You reached a super scenic spot and had an awesome view. Pitty actually you didn't really have much time to linger and enjoy. I don't think you missed out on anything by not going all the way to the top. Thanks for sharing this after all. I miss being in the mountains in the snowy season. I haven't been able to go and we haven't had much snow in several years anyways. So, it's really nice to see you and Nala enjoying snow and mountains together.

[@majahogenboom9948]

She is the best, like all dogs are.

[@ryanfleming55]

The most stunning views. Thanks for posting this!

[@djmenace3646]

It is amazing to see someone who loves their dog as much as you do.

[@srishtikampani4043]

Love your videos Chris 🎬 thanks for sharing with us🙏love you Nala ❤❤🧿🧿🥰😘 sooooooo very much 🤗

[@trixieknits]

What a beautiful hike!!! I miss snow so much!!! The quiet beauty …..

[@marideecuasay2669]

Nala is so adorable and beautiful! L❤her!

[@satyasunshine9737]

I absolutely LOVE hiking in & up mountains with awesome views!!!! My life has been chaotic,,,,,,miss connecting with sweet dogs!!!! Your videos make my heart feel joy!!! Thank you so much Chris & Nala!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@merrimerrio]

aww how sweet Nala found a friend along the way! 🦮🩷

[@bethdawson165]

Well mate I was equal parts thrilled exhausted and terrified by your hike. Never bored. Your dog is spectacular ❤. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

Nala spinting through the snow and she found another dog to play with as well!😊❤

[@cwj881213]

That's definetly fine that you didn't went to the top of the mountain. You don't have to worry about that. We enjoy everything and especially all the loves that you and Nala give us. CHEERS!

[@suzanacottam924]

Thanks for sharing Chris, the view was freaking unbelievable! I also love Nala's reaction at 11:10, love the attitude girl! Much respect from Adelaide, South Australia!👌👏🐨🦘

[@IAMHIS-ep6vg]

Nala seems to truly love the snow. Her pace gets faster & she eats snow...which I do if I am at a higher elevation. Love your vids

[@rebeccasmith8511]

Thanks for talking us along on your adventures!!

[@Agrona33]

You never fail as long as you and Nala have a good time!! ❤ I am glad you are sensible and know your limits!! 👌

[@geririvera90]

I love you my Nala girl ❤ and Chris you are amazing!!

[@beccawecca916]

I put this video on while taking a long afternoon nap in a quiet room - I had the most lovely pleasant dreams because of the quietness of the video. It was like once you weren't able to hear the cars anymore, the snow creates this muffled sound that is so calming. That was when I drifted off into a dream where I was experiencing everything you were experiencing... Walking through the most beautiful snowy passes toward a view that was second to none... This was special to me because I am confined to a wheelchair - so I would never have been able to experience this in real life... Your video brought a beautiful experience to life for me 🥲🙏🥺 Please never stop these longer form videos... Even when I'm not dreaming, watching these truly gives me such a calm feeling of being connected to pure innocent joy. Just being one with nature, and that's enough. Its so incredibly healing for so many of us who overwhelmed in today's day and age 🙏

[@joannadechenne6368]

She loves hiking with her Daddddddy!

[@amandawongshichyiyoutube]

We love you two Chris and Nala ❤️❤️

[@xroadcedarhill9224]

I had a beautiful golden retriever few years back. It's good to see a happy dog with nice and calm scenery I hope your dog have a happy life for long long time with you.

[@gigglesribera2379]

❤❤❤WE look 4ward 2 y'all every day. Y'all are everyone's heart ❤❤❤❤❤ You really don't know how much you mean to us ALL. YOU ARE THE BEST. TY ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I can't believe snow still. OMG

[@vanilladog4868]

It's a real pleasure to watch you. How Nala loves you and how you take care of her. Your videos = it's a window into a better world. Everyone wants to see Nala and get to know her. And many people want to get to know you and know what kind of person loves their companion here; peacefully and sincerely. Natural and just. Nala is now also known here in Austria, a small country next to Germany, in Central Europe. We follow you, your way, your love, your joy and are happy for you around the globe... as it seems. I wish Nala and you good health, good luck and a long life. Please don't stop sharing your adventures, Nala's adventures with us. We still want to be part of so many. Kind regards Neiva (my Golden Retriever) and René Long may the road/adventure never end... !

[@Josephine92371]

Any video of you two is great!

[@AdventuringWithNala]

❤️❤️❤️ thank you!

[@ShirlenDesousa]

Love between you and nala is so real and heartwarming. Reminds me of me with my dog Bentley who I miss every second of every day. God bless you guys

[@pambennish9481]

She's so cute. Love you Nala!

[@judcitizen706]

Winter Wonderland! KZbin is such a better place b/c of your channel. (I became an invalid 4 yrs ago, and I love (need) these videos. You are a lucky man to live in such a beautiful area and have such a great companion!)

[@edbengtson3749]

WOW that was One Spectacular feet of hiking!!! The views were absolutely amazing & Beautiful. Words can't begin to express the appreciation and OMG the risk you and baby Nala took to make this hike & video. Of course it was fun & exhilarating to say the least. Thank God you work out and thank God for the muscular legs, when you said your legs were burning i can't imagine the strain & pain. Again thank God your fit. It would have been possibly harder much more dangerous for a unfit individual. But thank you for a most wonderful and beautiful video, Very Grateful and so glad you two got home safely... next time 2 sets of gloves, one for Nala to have fun running away with, and one pair to protect your hands... Be Safe Sir Chris...

[@leokuoershmidt3487]

What is amazing adventure to watch as go with nana mountain hike just lucky you got plenty of stuff to go!❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@sanaqamar1]

Nala is a cutie. God bless you two. I can watch her videos for hours❤

[@magicaljennifer6046]

Nala's confidence on these hikes is really great to watch. Some of those drops look a little concerning but it's like she knows where to go and where not to go :D And of course you've trained her so well to stay near you. Stunning views in this video! I can't imagine what it was like seeing that in person. You did awesome on this hike, man, congrats! (I actually really love the shot at 17:34 lol. I bet it wasn't fun to walk through but that's such an atmospheric and cool shot!)

[@AdventuringWithNala]

The drops definitely look scarier on camera haha! But like you said she knows what she's doing and we've done this trail a few times so I keep a closer watch on her at the sketchy sections. I do admittedly get a little more nervous in the winter because sometimes the snow creates these edges that are a bit more unstable, but we were okay where we were at the end! Walking back in the dark with the snowfall was wild haha. Actually kept me on my toes and more alert. Definitely cool to see.

[@sarahziomek6871]

Nala is AMAZING!!! Your bond is palpable. She watches your EVERY move and is LISTENING for words she knows. I’ve had (and still do have) dogs my whole life (I’m 55 on 6/29) and I know this bond with our dogs. But you and Nala are in a whole other class!!! Kudos to you both for adventuring, even when post-holing!!!

[@cloudy5204]

The atmosphere is like in a movie LOVE it ❤

[@123Onetwo]

Sweet i love to see Nala is happy

[@lindapoplin4473]

💋❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️🙏🏼one of my favorite ones.

[@SleepyTinksy]

When you're hiking with your best pal, it's all about the journey, not the destination! The views are incredible, but that silly golden butt was really the best part

[@markwhitman9029]

I am impressed with your videos and love your beautiful Nala!

[@AnniLloyd]

Love love love your adventures with Nala ❤

[@ahavaJesus]

Hi from BORNEO.. Nala & Dad.. Gorgeous 😍🥹 you both.. such precious bond & moments to embrace.

[@kaiiiii-]

I love the way you and Nala express your love for one another 😂♥️, and really connect with each other. I love these vlogs including binge watching your overnight camping trips 🤣.

[@bonnieblue1792]

At about 12:15 Napa looks a little tuckered out, but she trudges on as long as you keep going. What a devoted girl she is! I love how she immediately rushed back to check on you when you slip and do a face plant . I also love how earlier, she pushed past you when you paused to squeeze thru a tight spot. Thank you for all the videos you post, especially the outdoorsy ones. You two are a special partnership, for sure.

[@AdventuringWithNala]

She keeps things interesting on the trails. She always acts like she owns the trail 😂 definitely a great hiking buddy ❤️

[@MrLegendL2118]

So glad you posted the video!! Doesn't matter to us viewers what you accomplish or don't with Nala, as long as we get to watch you guys. Heck at this point we could just watch you lay down and pet NALA for a 30 min video 😂. I've had goldens my whole life and still do, & I love these videos 🥰 & i'm a backpacker as well 😎

[@giama7618]

Dogs make the best companionship 👍

[@michymoo839]

That looks incredibly beautiful. :) Nala is such a sweetheart - you’re so lucky to have each other. ❤

[@michellemcalpine4443]

Stunning views, looking down into the clouds. Beautiful 😊

[@saritabhasma7718]

My heart is melting when ever I c her❤❤❤

[@katierichards3503]

Stunning video and scenery. I love watching you and nala - your adventures and bond is amazing

[@veram1803]

Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@iammariart]

I'm in awe, the view is so amazing 🥺. Another great adventure with Nala & Chris, THANK YOU for uploading it. No worries with the complaining, your safety and Nala's is more important to us. You did a great job 😀👍🏻 💕🇵🇭

[@Shaq1954]

Nala loves hiking. You two have a very special bond. You make very good content for your viewers.Please be safe and dress warm. Put a sweater on Nala.

[@soniascodellaro7123]

Ma ne vogliamo parlare della simpatia e amore che regalano "questi due?"😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dianagregory8084]

I can’t..I just can’t…she is just the best😍 Such a good girl❤️ And so lucky to have you as her hooman😘