Stranded Hunters Stuck In The Snow

Got a call about a Prius stuck on the mountain in the snow. I grabbed Ol Blue and headed up there to get them. On the way up the mountain I got a second call about some hunters stuck just below the car. So I stopped and tried to get them out. They were in a fairly big setup and Blue wasn't pulling them out. I had to continue on with the original call before it got to dark. So I kept going up the mountain as it kept snowing. I went as far as I could and got to within a mile of them, so they hiked out and we got them down to a hotel. The next morning we went in with Trailmater and the JK. We got the hunters out and tried to get a road knocked in to the Prius. No go, we were denied by a field with fairly deep drifts. We waited a week to see if weather would improve and help out. It did, and it didn't. It had snowed the night before we went back in, and it was snowing as we went in. We knew this time we had to get it out or leave it till spring. It was a heck of a fight but we got it to the top of the mountain and headed back down to good roads. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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[@g0fvt]

Very easy for those of us watching to overlook the fact you will get back to base cold and wet with a pile of repairs to do. Well done.

[@azpapa9347]

A couple of times I caught myself trying to rock it back and forth with the video! LMAO

[@Natures_Symmetry]

Part of the job.

[@jeffclark2725]

Well said, At least he put the doors on and probobly regrets putting chains on the back of trail mater, usually it doesnt help with traction, Thumbs up

[@iffykidmn8170]

@@jeffclark2725 Might not help much but I can't see it doing any harm.

[@jeffclark2725]

@@iffykidmn8170 Agreed ,no harm

[@timphelps3568]

Rory, your channel exemplifies the reason I rarely if ever watch commercial TV programs any longer. This is reality. Like the other commenters stated, we sit in the comfort watching these recoveries without a clue as to the cold and wetness of being hip deep in snow. Let alone the frustration of getting stuck and rescuing yourself to get back in the game. We all have a job or occupation with it's own inherent dilemmas but my hats off to you guys for staying the course, working together and getting things done! I'm certain it's got to be a pain moving cameras around to get the most entertainment value for us but you do a fantastic job of it!! Here's to settling in for a long winter of adventures with Trail Mater and crew! Please be safe!!

[@masterbates7016]

Right I got rid of cable

[@greasemonkey4god]

Well… I’m working this week outdoors at 11degrees and 8” of snow. Hunted last week at 20 degrees. Snow. And 60mph gusting winds. So I’m somewhat aware of the cold and wetness of snow… 😉

[@r.williamcomm7693]

Agree 100%. As screwed up as the world is in 2022 it seems like the ppl I meet who have cut the cable cord still have critical thinking skills rather than letting media tell them how to think & vote. Covid seems to be the last gasp of Hollyweird “celebs” preaching their CCP mindset. IMHO corporate media is funded by the globalist ruling class to divide the working class against itself.

[@MaN-pw1bn]

Exactly Tim. These are the real reality shows & they are so much better than what the production companies are making.

[@Sirmellowman]

dude trailmater has to be one of the most capable non tracked snow vehicles in the entire world. its just wild how well that rig moves through deep snow.

[@sweet65mustang]

Actually i'm pretty sure the duals hold it back some. If you have a lifted truck with tall narrow tires w/ chains, locked front and rear you'd be shocked.

[@Sirmellowman]

@@sweet65mustang for the average snowy road conditions yeah. im talking about this 4.5 feet deep powder. most wheeled vehicles wouldnt be able to touch this stuff. if you think sinking to the bottom of snow like that is the goal you have never tried to drive a truck in snow like that...

[@Robmancan1987]

@@Sirmellowman You definitely can't stop in snow that deep. You've always got to be moving in some direction. For the initial packing anyway.

[@ConSeann3ry]

Yeah but still seen him struggle a lot in the snow. Would be sweet to get some tracks on that, or probably for even cheaper he could get a Nodwell 110.

[@garyjones2335]

imagine on tracks amazing

[@paytonruss55]

Watching this made me feel like I was there with use so if anyone moans about the videography they obviously didn't watch it properly this felt like an hour long vid. Well done not giving up on towing out the boat anchor oops I mean Prius. You guys are legends!

[@mrjoshua17]

Amazing recovery! The Prius owners (and all of us viewers) can really get a good glimpse of the work it took to get that car out. Plus, hearing Trail Mater rev up really gets my adrenaline going.

[@streetrider11]

I don't think I've ever heard ol' Trail Mater rev that high before lol. Sounds amazing!

[@AFloridaSon]

This is awesome. Trailmater seriously is a workforce.

[@adamtacheira5323]

How does Rory not have a million subs??? This guy is awesome. Share these videos. He’s like the best kept secret of KZbin. I bet this was one happy customer. Probably thought the Prius was a loss till Spring.

[@vangoodwin7335]

Admirable job Gentlemen! As a winter camper and X Elk hunting guide from Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana, two things I never traveled without. My mule never minded the extra weight of the "go" bag of a few days of food and safety gear and my snowshoes. Pigeon holing in snow is tough work and not always fun but you guys did it and saved the customer and their vehicle, I am impressed. Mater does deserve a lot of TLC and unfortunately you cannot bill the customer for all the repairs. I hope the rest of your snowy recoveries are as successful. You all are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@Mtoutdoorsman]

I always bring a horse or two when I’m hunting in the bob marshals

[@sandyxj3297]

You guys never disappoint. The effort it took to get that Prius out was crazy. Props for being persistent

[@Stratos53100]

I think its Safe to say those people learned their lesson....The people in the Prius were just ignorant not to ck out the weather reports, a week & days later They were lucky to get it out within the Month+. Best Channel on YT as far as im concerned with Fab Rats #2 and MORR as #3. Although letsdig18 is number 1 for the other kind of digging offroad, Chris is the Master.

[@craigbowley6783]

Not only is trail mater amazing but you sir are a master of your craft💪🇺🇸 also you already know this but you've assembled an unbeatable team🇺🇸💪👍

[@Wyoutside]

I just love the beastly sound of trailmater in an otherwise serene environment.

[@Slowwhtbronco1768]

Two things, first, Trail Mater sounds great winding up and hitting the snow banks. Second, the fast forward portion looked like the old stop motion animation from the old time Christmas shows! You guys are definitely the misfit toys! Great job as usual!

[@safiheart1]

its shameful that we can only give one like for this video. the driving skills of Rury is awesome. honestly you are good at your job. congrats

[@jamesbigham9036]

Rory this video shows why you guys are the best this was a challenging recovery. I have never seen you completely bury TrailMater in snow usually it plows through it. I will give you guys credit you got it out which is all that matters. I definitely think the vehicles definitely need some TLC they are definitely work horses for sure Keep up the great work

[@vopenacattleco]

EPIC! A hill full of people that can't do. Lucky Rury is a can-do guy that likes to help. Cheers 🍻 to the whole team

[@mwb3984]

Watch it this far? Who could NOT watch that until The End?? Bravo! What A Demonstration of Determination and Skill!

[@mnmn926]

I'm sure it's frustrating sometimes to have to think filming while also trying to do your job nut recoveries like this are amazing to see. You and your guys drive to complete the job is amazing. Well done.

[@onefootfighter22]

Snow tow is the worst 😫 I've done this "in the 90's" , any more than two feet is ridiculous. I had to clean the grill every 100 feet to prevent overheats, fuel goes so quickly. Awesome video, thanks R

[@davidf1712]

Who needs a snow cat when you have TRAIL MATER!!

[@carlosmendozas914]

Holly smokes my anxiety levels were through the roof watching this,knowing how hard it is to drive in the snow at hunting camp. I can’t believe how much effort was required for this job. Thank you for the amazing footage. You guys are the best at what you do absolutely with out a doubt!!!

[@IvIidnight]

Every video I watch, I find myself more and more impressed with just HOW good this man/these men is/are at his/their job(s).

[@jeffclark2725]

Great video,really like the phone calls when people think you have to travel 2 hours, and you just finished a job 5 minutes away, thanks for bringing us along on your day

[@jaynecobb3701]

I was thinking a snow cat and a sled to put under the Prius would be the only way that car was coming out before spring. But Trail Mater, and perseverance did it.

[@sigmanoir]

That was insane, it takes me back to the video where you guys, Robby and Matt all got together to pull out the trucks and the little skid steer on tracks. This was certainly insanely deep snow, and it's amazing that Trail Mater is able to pull through it all. Amazing country you guys work in, great photography and editiing... thanks Justin. Well done team.

[@williemongo261]

What a beautiful winter wonderland. And listening to Trailmater wearing headphones is heavenly. Greetings from a sunny Jeffreysbay on the Coast of South Africa.. 🇿🇦

[@wilk913]

Ya'll are freakin troopers Rory, Mike and Shawn. I love it! Keep it up with the most legit off-road recoveries.

[@cdodge2996]

Both of those recoverys were VERY hard to watch! The frustration was real on our end of the camera! Hats off to you for getting it done where lesser individuals would have given up.

[@DonAshcraft]

Perfect camera mount up high in the rear of the cab on old blue. We could see you fishtailing and compensating fast with the steering wheel. A great shot especially driving up the mountain in the snow !

[@The-Deadbolt-Deputy]

I was thinking the same thing about the awesome camera angle in blue. Perfect spot for future filming !!

[@DonAshcraft]

@@The-Deadbolt-Deputy wasn't it? And you know Rory was like, I'm by myself here, so I don't have someone to film me, so I'll just stick this back here because it's probably a good view. And of course it was! These guys are so much fun to watch.

[@tufalike1796]

thanks for filming, editing and uploading Rory. best recovery channel on youtube. Hugs from Belgium.

[@EBenix92]

When the guy towing is having ZERO grip and a loose tow line, amazing content. #Umerica #powder-snow

[@ViSiOnEr420]

I really like the cab view camera angle because it shows how serious snow is when there's a lot. You guys rock!! Keep up the hard work.

[@NusaCat]

Time to build a snowcat? Something small enough to get in there like Matt has? Or maybe put wheel tracks on one of your vehicles?

[@alipkowitz]

I am constantly surprised by what you can do with Trailmater. You have done such a good job building that truck.

[@tyronew6955]

Struggle was real in that video..prius and camp trailer. Nice recoveries!! 👍👍

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Trailmater beasting through that fresh powder was a beautiful sight... Can't believe how much snow you guys got already! Hunters on the East Coast drive pickup trucks... but out west in the remote mountains looks like the Prius is the vehicle of choice 😂

[@davidweidner1675]

Snow and ice divide drivers from people who think they can drive

[@Bierstadt54]

I cannot help but think you have an extremely capable off-road wrecker and a moderately capable on-road wrecker, and you definitely took out the wrong one. Trailmater is a beast.

[@dragnfli520]

Whew! What a slog! That was exhilarating & frustrating & fun to watch 🥶💙🌨️

[@BryanSalyersXD]

I'm only halfway through and I've decided that this has to be my favorite recovery on KZbin. Mad props to you three.

[@mistertoad5286]

Love these last couple of vids in the LaSals. I spent many of my younger years hunting deer and elk in that area. Loved seeing the area again through your vids. Thanks for the consistently excellent content.

[@johnnysechrist6313]

A tracked machine may be a good addition to shop vehicles.

[@brandtbachert9718]

I've never seen a dually so capable in the snow. Wild!

[@ChristisKing117]

Now that’s what I call a Prius snow plow! In all seriousness, this is another reminder not to go into the mountains this time of year unless you are prepared for lots of snow and the possibility of getting lost or stranded. When I was a kid, it was snowing so hard elk hunting one year, I walked about 20 yards from our camp. I turned around and I could not see our camp at all. My footprints were filling in with snow so fast that I could hardly tell where I walked from. Another time, we spent 4 hours walking in circles trying to find our way back to the road. We finally realized we were walking in a big circle, made a change, and luckily found our way out.

[@jamarie1972]

Afternoon Rory Amazing how many people post before the video is watched Looks like a great video

[@jamarie1972]

@Donna Chavez Usually message while watching as well 😀😁

[@throttlewatch4614]

All the fuel that little Prius saved in its life just got burnt on one trip 😂

[@greatalaska6429]

hahaha you sir, top notch!

[@seantap1415]

Duel tires absolutely suck in the snow. You did an excellent job getting them out. Cheers from Alberta, Canada

[@michaelcauser474]

When did our favourite wrecker become a bulldozer? Even if you forgot to fit the blade. And as for "someone" who has never learnt the word can't. Now you know why your channel is so loved. Well done team.

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[@roygotham]

Wow that was a ALL HANDS ON DECK recovery. Good job of driving in those conditions but tough on equipment!! Been there and done that snowed in for three days while elk hunting before we bust our way out and it was a team effort with rigs from several camps. Thanks for sharing the snowy adventure! Glad everyone and all the rigs were able to get out!!

[@Fotoe]

Donuts in the snow. That was worth the trip out there on its own

[@kentdarby675]

That's really putting in the effort!! The slow motion drift at the end was awesome!!!

[@steveschmitt2849]

Now Rory, Mike and Sean that was quite the recoveries, great job. Thanks for sharing and stay safe guys.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

Sure looks pretty in the snow. Prius are not the best snow rigs IMO. You guys always have the best attitude about any recovery. I have no sense of smell but I swear I could smell the engine and tires of the camper trailer guy revving his rig like a wild man. Gheez bro!! That was a grip of snow on the mountain to get even remotely close to the Prius. Seeing Trailmater do snow cookies was so rad! Recovery and safety always first, whatever footage you can get and share is always super rad! Someof us do understand this is a job and not a tv/youtube show. 3 tries and every time progress. So glad you got this car out especially with the incoming storm. You guys rock!!!

[@timwilliamson7524]

When it comes to recoveries you guys never give up I respect you all for that thanks for sharing Rory Shawn and Mike be safe

[@TheScoundrel70]

What a grueling marathon! Gotta love Happy Mike though. The guy is just indomitably positive.

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[@johncraig406]

Thanks for taking us with you, love your attitude, no Drama for "Darma's Sake" here, just fighting it like it comes..... you remind me of myself 50 years ago, slogging through the mountains, clawing my way up to Microwave Towers to fix something "Critical gotta fix it now" and walking the last mile, because the Dodge Ramcharger with chains went as far as it could go... and then back packing 50 lbs of Test Gear, and spending the next 3 days sleeping in the hut, because that Ramcharger ain't going anywhere until snow melt. That is when the Canned Meat and Crackers you left up there a year ago, feels like a superb supper.

[@tacticalhandyman710]

I love that you are sliding that dually around and not even batting an eye.

[@mridaho7871]

I’d bet the Prius was sliding more than rolling. Great job again guys.

[@jameslovitt994]

Trailmater is a tough ol' truck, especially in that crazy deep snow.

[@straubdavid9]

Coolmater and crew to the rescue! Well done guys .... heck of an effort😊👍🏻✌🏻🚙🚙

[@bleemmhuis]

I like Rory’s priority list 😂

[@kenithisaacs3508]

You all do good work by helping people

[@Wildlandfirefighting]

That was epic, thanks guys, you did a great job under very harsh conditions

[@carefree115]

You are a professional driver. I tip my hat to you 👍😔

[@aaronl6333]

That Prius has some extremely fast windshield wipers!! LOL!!

[@garycoppard3596]

Living in an area where it saldom snow and having experienced getting bogged down I relate to the difficulty in getting vehicles out. It can really stressful. I take my hat off to you gents. Very well done 👍

[@cakisreality6]

The beginning of this video was INTENSE AF and it felt that way all the way through. You really went HARD Rory! I grew up in the snow belt and have done recoveries like this, maybe not as hardcore.. okay definitely not this hardcore, but your persistence and dedication shows what it's like to be a true off road recovery expert!! Good job trail mater Team!

[@skipvanauken6816]

Man I thought for sure you were going to need Matt or Heavy D to come get the Prius with a tracked vehicle but Trail Mater beasted its way out with the chains. Great Job! Glad all is out safe and sound.

[@montegtaylor]

Great recovery and video! You do an amazing job.

[@leonardbixler102]

Awesome content as always

[@albertorozco5981]

Where there is will...there is a way. Rory pulled that prius like a 2000lb sled. That was a tough pull. 👍👍👍

[@dustinhuffman2723]

towmatter is a hell of a beast... good stuff guys

[@ggalland1]

Those were some tough ones, but as always, Rory, Shawn, and Mike for the win!! Great recoveries. Only just getting in to November makes me wonder how many more are gonne get stranded out in the much or even more snow. Keep up the excellect work and thank you for posting.

[@AdamBrown-fs6wp]

Always love content.. love the way you ALL just do what it takes...get it done and get yourselves out...nobody thinks about what it really takes til you see it for yourself...waist deep snow, freezing cold..the wetness by time yall get out.. love the vids..the show and the crew.. always looking forward to the next one.

[@nwdualsport]

Oh boy, words I never thought I'd hear in the same sentence "Hunters in a Prius" stuck in the snow....now that's funny! Great job as always guys!

[@russellwhite8890]

I would like to see all the vehicle maintenance you have to do after running your truck so hard you guys do a great job and I can’t believe you got that Prius out!

[@Mike_Gray68]

I am sure there are a lot of recovery people out there that would have quit after getting stuck the first time, and said wait until spring to go get the car. You kept going and got the job done on the 3rd try. Rory and the whole team are awesome. Keep up the great work. On jobs like this, don't worry about the video, just stick a camera on the hood and go. Your guys safety is way more important than any video.

[@pmkstudios]

it is an interesting contrast with the desert rescues where we worry about you falling over and snow ones where we worry you will get stuck... always entertaining either way. thanks for recording!

[@3vs547]

Makes my belly muscles clench up watching you guys!!

[@campy9712]

Wow that was the hardest recovery I have seen you do. You were very determined to get that Prius out of there, and as usual you did it. Great job by you and the crew.

[@rickymcintosh1152]

You guys are the real deal, i always enjoy your recoverys we never know what you will do next & watching you drive on the rock roads on the edges scary, and roads like no left turn better you than me stay safe my friend.....

[@MiseryCo]

People/customers who are used to mud not knowing how to drive in snow are SO frustrating lol. You don't just ram on the gas using brute force to get out of snow ruts, all you'll end up doing is digging yourself deeper and deeper into a rut..... Which is exactly what happened with the truck and cougar rv and whoever was driving in it. To get out of snow, you have to rely on momentum and not brute force. It's a tug motion, rock the boat in time with the vehicle who is also pulling you out, and turn your wheels back and forth to avoid making ruts.

[@crabappleracer]

Pictures and videos don’t do it justice,awesome job guys😊

[@tomlucasrccrawlers9108]

That looks extremely cold out there. Hope Trail-Mater has a good heater. I don't think I would want to be on that mountain in the snow without Trail-Mater. Great recovery.

[@powerhorsea1a376]

I've already been up for twenty-six hours, I'll watch then have a nap! I knew with that weather pattern we got hit with you would have us some awesome footage, no fall just straight to winter 😆🥳👍 Well now I want to take mine up and see how deep the snow is instead of sleeping! 🤔

[@AFMR0420]

4x4 while your tired is a good way to need recovery.

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

@@AFMR0420 Trying to write a complete sentence while tired is difficult.

[@thomasbradley4868]

Rory never give up because he is #1Driver!!!!

[@dalegereaux1863]

Great video ! Another testament to hybrid vehicles and the intelligence of the people who buy them.

[@NOELTM]

Trailmater took some heavy knocks there but with great skill and tenacity you all made it! Awesome to watch - but it must have been an immensely tiring day.

[@AllenSpeck]

That was an awesome recovery!!!!

[@clarencerenspak5660]

Great video!!.......We get to watch in our nice warm houses while you guys are out kickin butt!!.......Thx guys!!

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[@kezandwayne]

That was going above and beyond getting that Prius out. I'm surprised it got out without the front end falling off from being used as a plough 🤣. Great job. I'm in awe. I'm sitting in my computer room in Sydney Australia where its coming up to summer and it's 20 deg c or around 70 degrees F at 0730hrs and I was starting to feel cold watching you in the snow. 🥶

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[@Naut1188]

I really like your headset for communicating with your team. Some of the 'other off road recovery channels' should do this.

[@Tundraoutdoors]

Awesome recovery rory, that took some dedication brother 💪🏽💪🏽

[@bullittdog4352]

Man…you guys earned your money on this one! That dude in Dmax wasn’t afraid of beating the piss out of his truck..now he needs to invest in a rear locker.

[@platypus1926]

The 8th cardinal sin was committed on this video, the customer ran over the rope!! I hope Rory that you charge an extra fee when you do a recovery. Call it the D.F.F. (dumb flatlander fee). Great job as a single trooper. Thanks for sharing!

[@rogermacdearmid4380]

Man, when winter hits you there, it hits HARD! You guys certainly live some adventurous lives! Kinda jealous, not gonna lie.

[@kevinchristeson7363]

That was just about the coolest rescue I've seen on here. You guys ROCK!!

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[@corycody9233]

Dang! That was a Recovery!! 🥶🤯 Thank you for sharing. 👏✔

[@stig7657]

Dahm that was FUN. As always Rory and the crew get the jobssss done. The sound of trailmater on song bliss!! luvit

[@francesrice7898]

This is a very cool video. Lol. You guys are awesome. Persistent and confident. My kind of people. Stay safe. That Mater is the boss. God bless ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼👍👍👍👍❄️❤️

[@sherrieaustin0316]

Rory, the most important part about all this was all persons involved were safe. Thank you for your videos, just be safe this time of year.