The biggest decision of my life

With CV still forcing lockdowns and regional travel restrictions in Western Australia it was time for me to get some fresh air in the Perth hills for my own sanity. I also discuss the direction that I want this channel to go in and why I decided to scrap a business that I spent two years creating.
For those interested in the route I took;
www.alltrails....
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[@johnwenban9799]

Gillespie Pass NZ. I look forward to the day you tackle it and film it for us. 😁

[@PavoTreks]

Going back in time to this video, I can see you did follow your curiosity to travel. Hoping you're doing well and didn't abandon your videography passion for good as there hasn't been any uploads in the last 2 years. I got lots of inspiration from you to get out there and film stuff I hope to see you back on the trails soon!

[@rlands5134fd]

Love your work 👌

[@CamBostock]

Your editing style is so chill bro love it. Just got back to Perth and enjoying the trails here again. Super keen to be able to get out and see the state and world again once travel is allowed.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers Cam, back from Tokyo due to CV? We should tee up a hike on day

[@CamBostock]

Josh Carr was just back for a visit but stuck now due to covid. Probably be here for a while longer. Yeah bro definitely let’s organise a hike. Have missed Perth trails

[@andretaylor1969]

Thank you for sharing your hiking adventures Josh. They’re super. I hope you make great progress ticking some spectacular walks off your bucket list in the next few years.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers Andre, hope so too!

[@Rob12408]

Your vids have always been spectacular viewing. Thanks for taking us along and I look forward to any you post in the future. Good hunting and onward down the road !

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks Rob, thanks for always watching and being a part of the journey!

[@DjClarky78]

Good Video Josh - I like the alltrails website. Which GPS do you use for tracking?

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks mate. Garmin in Reach mini

[@DjClarky78]

@@JoshCarrHikes I have the etrex 20. Does yours use Basecamp software, and if so, do you have a map, or use satellite image overlays?

[@JoshCarrHikes]

My bad, the in reach is used as my plb. I just use my phone as my gps. The Alltrails app is more than sufficient for what I do

[@DjClarky78]

@@JoshCarrHikes Ah, ok. Cheers, happy adventuring.

[@paulmartmey]

Hey Josh, Thanks for your videos and for sharing your journey. I am moving to Perth next year and looking forward to doing some hikes there. Would be awesome to meet you on a walk!! Cheers

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Awesome to hear, plenty of great little hikes around Perth to knock out!

[@chienyilow6474]

Hi Josh, thanks for sharing your experiences and coming to make hard choices. Good on you to take a step back before the job suck out any remaining passion you have. You sounded like you already know what you want to create so just do it mate! Your solo trekking videos are very enjoyable to watch so more of these please!

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks Chien, glad you enjoy the vids! If only I took it up before covid hit 😅

[@johnseddon3225]

Love the shot with the Millipede. Always a pleasure to watch your vids. Hope you have the South Coast Track on your Tassie list . Spectacular Track. . Larapinta was to be now but CV has stopped that ! Keep up the great work . Cheers.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers John, appreciate it! I’ll admit it wasn’t on the list but it is now... so many hikes to do in Tasmania!

[@chrismagnay]

Good on ya Josh, been doing much the same myself. Look forward to seeing all your adventures.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Chris Magnay Thanks Chris and likewise

[@LaurenandScott]

Only just found your channel and definitely glad we did. You seem like a real genuine bloke and we enjoy watching your hiking videos (we love to do the same). Hope your channel gets the attention it deserves mate. All the best. Will continue to follow.

[@Lawson80]

Don't you just love finding little treasures like this on youtube :)

[@AliciaPower]

Josh LOVE your channel! Subscribed! 👍

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers!!

[@DoomRaidersmyname]

I absolutely love this walk, go along the river and the pools walks regularly

[@JoshCarrHikes]

I was pleasantly surprised how nice it was. Could only imagine how it’d look during the water months

[@stoneslittle]

It´s so amazing for me that we have this plattform for entertainment and connecting with people across our planet - you have many good videos to make, to youtube - that im looking forvard to!

[@JoshCarrHikes]

We’re living in a pretty amazing time that’s for sure. Thanks mate, appreciate the support!

[@ThaoPTPham]

Your video is amazing! I’m waiting for more to come ☺️ Don’t give up your dream & passion, keep it alive in you

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks for your support, means the world!

[@blakebell5195]

I was at rocky pools just last week.

[@cottsak]

I can so relate to the overloading thing. Love your videos mate.

[@daniel_8181]

are you a geologist? I did a PhD in volcanology at the Utas :-)

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Very gneiss ;) Did my bachelors in it but ended up changing careers completely after a year in the field

[@daniel_8181]

@@JoshCarrHikes only somebody who actually studied geology could understand that joke :). I was in research up to a post-doc but then I was not able to keep working in such sector or any sector related to geology whatsoever and I had to move to a completely different field as well ... I live in Italy but I would love going to Australia for good...

[@JoshCarrHikes]

@@daniel_8181Damn, not sure whether I could have hung around in uni for that long. It’s funny how things change like that, but I guess that’s just part of life though. I’ll swap you haha I’d love to spend some more time in Italy!

[@DorisHikingAdventures]

I am literally bingewatching your videos after discovering your channel today...I think you made the right decision. Your passion for photo and videography will probably relive in your own videos tho...Great work and love watching them. But I agree, as soon as you do it for someone else, it feels like its not your own creation anymore maybe.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks Dori, means a lot! I feel like I have too, no more pressure to perform up to clients standards and I can film what I want when I want. Freedom is bliss!

[@JakeMarcin]

Well said, so true, been there myself, you only have one life, to short not to follow your passion and make the most of it and those can change, so it’s important to recognise that and go with it :)

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Couldn’t agree more. Happiness beats money any day!

[@dexcellentproductions2086]

good on ya mate. Doing the things that make you feel complete

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers man!

[@jennaehlers3073]

Good on you Josh. Love the video 😊

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thanks Jenna!

[@rimjob1255]

So What did you think of the walk Josh? Going international you should do Kokoda

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Thought it was a great little walk! Plenty of trails leading off everything so its quite easy to carve out your own path which I enjoyed. Kokoda is definitely on the bucket list. With the brief research I've done though I'm not sure whether it's possible to do it solo?

[@rimjob1255]

@@JoshCarrHikes Suggest you go with a reputable company to get the history and experience

[@JoshCarrHikes]

@@rimjob1255 Very true. Something I'll definitely consider in the future.

[@relaxingnaturewalksasmr9165]

A brave decision. It is good that you made your decision before your body becomes seriously ill. Many others decide after they have become ill. Being happy is worth more than being rich. And don't forget, with your excellent videos and hints (your Peanutbutter idea is genious, we will take it from now on!) you make many other people happy too - like us. :D Good luck!

[@statesmanls1]

Good decision. I’ve always said the same.....it’s no longer a hobby when it has to put food on your table. Better to keep some things a hobby and still enjoy them

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Couldn't agree more. Sometimes hobbys are better left as hobbys

[@lostupover]

You speak some good truths mate. I'm from Perth too, and I can't wait to head out and see the world again once covid has run its course. Thanks for the videos, keep doing what you're doing!

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Best city in the world ;) Two years is too bloody long. I reckon the population of Australia will half once we’re fully opened up with everyone so keen to travel 🤣

[@issy7465]

It is OK to quit something if it does not make you happy. I know I did and it was the best decision I ever made. You do what's best for you :) Can't wait to see what you do with your channel.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

For some people it's worth it but I guess those like us have different opinions. Cheers for your support!

[@watto_rides]

First vid I've watched. Keen for more. Keep them coming

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers!

[@Accolades70]

Hi, Interesting. So no Mining work? Ya cant survive on walking around WA ? What sort of sideline/business did you do ? Rates? Qualifications? Cheers.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

There's plenty of mine work around. Started off just being a a drone videography/photography business but progressed to including handheld work as well as upskilled. No qualifications, all self taught through KZbin.

[@Accolades70]

@@JoshCarrHikes I prob left it a little late in life to do what you are doing but hope to get some travelling and droning in in the future.

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Never too late to do anything in life. All the best Mark

[@delphinelesterlost3285]

Good on you for making the right decision for yourself, working for others can be soul destroying

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Absolutely. I throw my hat off to people that can deal with it!

[@Accolades70]

Plenty of HIKES in Queensland to do :-)

[@JoshCarrHikes]

I'll get over there one day ;)

[@blakebell5195]

If you ever want a hiking buddy hit me up on Facebook bud

[@JoshCarrHikes]

Cheers mate, always keen to have someone along

[@blakebell5195]

Josh Carr hit me up on Facebook, I have PMed you on FB