4 Days Solo in the Mountains of the Jagungal Wilderness

In this video I spend 4 Days solo in the mountains of the Jagungal Wilderness! I setup camp in some amazing spots and meet some interesting people along the way!
I hope you enjoy! Thanks for watching, everyone!
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[@thesewildtimes]

I don't watch the channel to watch you walking. I watch the channel to listen to you. To admire the beauty of the bush and to help my own mental health. You and Scotty have helped a lot of people with your videos. Don't pay any attention to idiot trolls.

[@amandalee7783]

Couldn’t agree with you more @ConstructionWisdom

[@dempsone867]

Amen! So bloody true!

[@kurts64]

Spot on

[@craig2795]

Nailed it 👍

[@nathansloan3784]

Amen !!! Wrote the words right out of my mind …

[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

What a flog (not you, the bloke who left the negative comment) You do you mate. As the comments here indicate, everyone loves your channel for all the obscure, rambling, philosophical thoughts that go through that noggin of yours. Go easy mate. Go easy

[@lolcatz88]

Well said Scotty! Oh and get yourself some gaiters like Mattsy!

[@user-mu4zg2uc1p]

💯

[@amandalee7783]

Another good one Mattsy. Your videos and humour helped me get through my 5 weeks hospital stay for cancer treatment. I’m now home and first time in remission 🎉. Your sincerity and support for others is inspiring. Go Trinity!!

[@craig2795]

Wishing you all the best for the future 🙏

[@iankerrphotographs]

Nothing beats authenticity mate. Your channel doesn’t have a label and shouldn’t follow one either, it’s all about you. Pure and unfiltered, as clean as the water from those creeks.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you mate. This KZbin thing is a wild world but all the positivity far outweighs any of the negatives, the comment just made me think about why I’m doing this so I thought it was worth sharing. I really appreciate you supporting the adventures mate. Thank you 🙏 take care

[@DwarfDragonwulf]

Thank you for your service, Mattsy, and talk about the mental health all you want, it's your channel. I'm gonna be watching. Thanks for "taking" me where my wheelchair won't go with these videos. He's done it again!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank YOU for watching and supporting mate. You were 100% one of the people I was addressing out there, I don’t forget these comments mate 🙏 Take care!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank YOU for watching and supporting mate. You were 100% one of the people I was addressing out there, I don’t forget these comments mate 🙏 Take care!

[@DwarfDragonwulf]

@@TheSillySwagman If you come up to QLD, I'll have to make you the best milo you've ever had.

[@karenhunt3383]

Fantastic! You made me cry twice in this one. I am house bound due to illness...you help me escape, so thank you!! Keep doing you my friend ☺️

[@amandalee7783]

I hope you feel better soon Karen.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Oh gosh I hope the tears were worth it Karen 😄 I’m so sorry to hear that, I’m glad I did a longer video this time round and I hope you felt a part of the adventure 🙌 til the next one 😊

[@donfinch862]

I hope things improve for you Karen!

[@karenhunt3383]

@@amandalee7783 Thank you❤️

[@karenhunt3383]

@@donfinch862 Thank you❤️

[@hammy490]

You hit the nail on the head about infantrymen preferring to walk cross country instead of walking trails and tracks. 26 years in infantry and I still love navigating cross country. Good on you dig.

[@hanmoroll]

The huts available on your hikes are so impressive. The fact that they’re free, not vandalized, and well maintained by hikers and used/maintained with care…I’m in awe. I enjoyed Trinity, she seems like an absolute sweetheart.

[@soundslikesweeney]

Ah dear Mattsy (aka the Summit Marker) you’ll always be my favourite bush philosopher. I honestly don’t know any other KZbinrs that have the kind of humanity and sensitivity that I witness in you and your vids. Gives me hope! Makes me happy to be an audience in the Silly-verse. :)

[@elizan3092]

White marshmallow, light it on fire briefly so its black on the outside and melty on the inside. *Chefs kiss* perfect

[@dorknuckle]

The white is best. They should make an all white bag!!!

[@LankyLarrikin]

After losing both my parents to the big c, nature is what connects me to them, everytime i go into the city it cements the fact in my head that we arent meant to living that way. Its too bloody stressful, nature is where its at. Love ya videos mattsy maybe one day ill make a video of my ventures, yewww.. thanks for your service mate!

[@TheSillySwagman]

I’m sorry to hear that mate. But I agree! Nature is where it’s at. It just feels so damn right being out there. Yeah, build yourself a house, whatever it might be, but the city ain’t it. Thanks for watching mate!

[@ronaldwhite5670]

I’m 71, my life has been on motorbike adventures. Never been a trail adventurer by choice. The legs can’t do it now. Sharing your adventures, Scotty’s adventures and others……I’m always with yousall, that is, my adventure @ 71. Cheers 🍻

[@Fiona_Chasing_Light]

As many others here have said - I'm here because of who you are as a human being in all your layered, complex, amusing and very authentic and open-hearted glory. Bah! to the trolls. Also have my hoodie - it's great quality and I love it! Well done to Scotty on a gorgeous design. This is another great video Mattsy - walking, exploring, philosophy, meeting others on the trail to admire and learn from, all in a beautiful and rugged alpine region. And finally ... can't decide on the pink or white. They both fill me with a little joy actually. Soft fluffy sweet pillows of sugary goodness toasted on a campfire under a star laden sky is always going to be a good thing.

[@Beaston91]

Got to hike with Trin for a couple of days, what an absolute legend and inspiration. It's so cool that you bumped into her.

[@alexandervalaris72]

When it comes to Matsy I always smash the like before I watch the vid because I know it's going to be epic.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha thank you mate 😂😂 legend

[@user-mu4zg2uc1p]

💯

[@alexandervalaris72]

​@TheSillySwagman no problem

[@randomuser4310]

Love the vids like always mate, hope you're doing okay! You inspire a lot of us. Never change

[@TheSillySwagman]

Ah mate, thank you! 🙏 words aren’t enough. I appreciate it 😊

[@lenlemaic7849]

I am almost certain that Trinity will be making another appearance on your channel she is a kindred spirit.

[@GaryTischer]

There are loads of hiking channels - your authenticity, honesty and random chaos is why I watch yours & not the others. Jagungal is one of my favourite areas having climbed it 9 times (3 hiking, 3 xcountry skiing & 3 on bike packing trips) #10needs to be special so maybe a hike/packrafting trip. Interested? Let me know 😎 Keep doing you 👍

[@ddt677]

"All hail the summit marker" Great video mate. I've been wanting to hike to Mt Jagungal for decades and most probably never will due to health issues, but now you've shown me what its like up there, and you captured the vibe so well. Cheers Buddy. You're GOLD!!!

[@bennyc409]

Mattsy, you're such an authentic bloke, and that's why so many of us follow your channel. Your banter, your sense of humour, your philosophical interludes, and your real moments about stuff like mental health; they all add to your videos. Keep being you brother. As a another bloke who's had his own battles of the mental health variety, it's always great to see someone talk about and normalise it. Oh, and top notch vid as usual ya bloody legend. Cheers! P.S. - you ARE the Summit Marker. P.P.S. - that quiet moment at the summit hit me right in the feels.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Benny, mate. Thank you 🙏 That was really lovely and encouraging to read man. I truly appreciate it. Authenticity is locked in. I’m too rebellious to join the mainstream noise 😂 And yeah, as soon as I added that piano in I just had to sit there and watch it over a few times. Thanks for watching mate 🙏

[@dorknuckle]

I’ve been really struggling, I know I’m so lucky but …. Thank you for your humour, thank you for being real, thank you for showing me the most beautiful places in Australia, thank you for your effort!!!! Be happy my dude ❤❤❤❤ you do you, that’s what I’m here for. ❤

[@mrspontiac9174]

Great video, and the world needs more people who are willing to talk about mental health - especially men. Don't stop doing what you do!

[@garrettmillsap]

I understand what you mean. My therapy is getting out in nature. I Love what you do and look forward to your uploads. Thank you for doing what you do!

[@tombeespoke9384]

So many viewers here are in tune with you. The beauty in not stomping but immersing yourself in our country is a very special experience.

[@antonreyment8945]

The world is starting to understand mental health. Keep on being you, helping those who need it and educating those who don’t know they need it. I started watching this genre 15 years ago and got hooked on guys like Joe Robinet who also gets “it”. That sent me on a search for Aussie Bushcraft which led to Scotty and then you. Thankyou, go easy.

[@TheSillySwagman]

You’re definitely right, we are. And thank you mate, I will do my best. It’s an amazing thing to be able to do something you genuinely love and that helps you and in turn have it help others. It’s a crazy thing. Thanks for the feedback mate 🙏

[@willheffernan]

You and Scotty are doing great work. Found you via him and am very pleased to see you both doing so well and growing you subscriber base and viewership. Keep doing your own thing and being true to yourself.

[@TolkienBird8]

Tears of gratitude, Mattsy. Thank you for taking us along on your hikes, and in your heart. Love to you and to everyone reading this. 🧚‍♀️

[@randyhiggins9635]

I think your thoughts of what you see and believe are very welcome on your journey and thanks for sharing your journey !!

[@davidwattchow6586]

Hi Matt. i have just come across your videos and am really enjoying them, especially the high country. They are great quality. it really takes me back to walking and skiing in this area. Looks like some of the gear and food has improved! Many thanks, David

[@jtandy]

Love your channel Matty. You be you and we'll all keep watching! Great to see others getting out in the bush. Keeps me motivated to get out with the backpack and tent!

[@damedavidfrith55]

Thanks for the wonderful views of Australia that we don’t normally see and done by some one that cares about what you do happy trails

[@JoChadwick]

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful video, Mattsy - enjoyed all of it - vistas, sunsets, clean streams, the cute huts and of course your wise and witty commentary. Really great you could meet fellow hikers along the way and hats off to Trinity - very commendable and remarkable solo hiking she is tackling on her own. Your videos are always wonderful, and I appreciate your efforts to show us the beautiful areas of our wonderful land.. :) - oh and pink marshmellows for me, and yes, was waiting for your last 'go easy'!!

[@tintinwhite]

Love your channel. This video...the relaxing authentic commentary, beautiful weather and amazing vistas were soul soothing. Thank you for taking us along on the journey.

[@aidoboast]

Your videos and channel is so pure. Thank you ❤

[@shivapillai6803]

Thanks again for an inspiring journey that you always give…keep them coming

[@johncopas8371]

Another great video Mattsy!! You have an ability to get people thinking more deeply about there lives which is a gift. Just reading some of the other comments from people that get so much from your videos warms my heart. Great work buddy!

[@rooster4429]

Love ya work Mattsy, thank you so much for the ride. Go easy Trinity!

[@rogermace4516]

Fantastic Vid many thanks for sharing your adventures

[@gunterbecker8528]

❤ you an inspiration to us all,no prejudice, pure adventure, love it !

[@nicholasrollinson4530]

Epic video mate. I watch your channel to escape to escape the day to day and definitely to help bring down the anxiety. Thanks mate

[@thesewildtimes]

This is great timing. My hoodie arrived yesterday and I'm wearing whilst watching! Looks bloody epic mate.

[@ronhughes1805]

Thanks for again sharing your travels. Keep with the dialogue as it compliments the experience you are having. The scenery is magnificent. Safe travels.

[@marionprovan3938]

Lovely enjòyed this again so look forward to your videos

[@hamham_182]

Just keep the videos coming mate; always look forward to a new one. This spot looks outstanding!

[@petermarkowsky5716]

Yessss and another one down. Just cracked a tally to sit down and go on this journey with you mate. Nice work. Go easy!!

[@Jimmy-re5px]

I reckon you should create a short 15 second intro each video that introduces yourself, your army experience and recon. It's good context and a good hook for anyone new watching.

[@TheSillySwagman]

That’s not a bad idea mate. That’s actually exactly what I should be doing to be honest haha If you see it next trip you know why 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@explorethebush]

Instant subscribe, thankful I found your channel. Legend from start to finish. Looking forward to learning some of your skillset. Cheers brother

[@nielsdevos8067]

I love both the hiking and the mental health aspect of your videos. Please keep posting

[@JohnKovicz-wl4pu]

Very inspiring. I really am amazed at these places that you locate. You must be so at peace and relaxed out there as you really convey that in your actions and narrative. Very honest. Keep going strong, as it is encouraging me to explore more as well.

[@iaincartney1674]

Thank you Matt for sharing your adventures with us all. Your very entertaining dont change anything love what you do.

[@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures]

What beautiful country, amazing hike, great music 😊

[@yvonnepoor1366]

Be you Mattsy. That is why we watch you. Nature also makes me feel grounded and very fortunate to be able to get out and enjoy it. Safe travels.

[@CraigHenneberry]

Sooo goood Mattsy! Thanks for taking us on the journey 🙌

[@andymagahy1421]

Your connection with the bush is so pure. You look like you’re right at home. A real joy to watch . Go easy! Haha love that.

[@anndebaldo7381]

Loved your video! Off the beaten path! The human spirit indeed - glad you are experienced and know the ropes! New Sub!

[@lyndabarsby3957]

Loved watching this one. Been down to Jagungal a few times and it is such a magical place!

[@R-Dub_]

Dude you inspire me on so many levels, your sense for adventure, the way you film, the locations you visit but mostly the person you are, no BS just real and authentic. I really enjoy your content brother, thank you for sharing.

[@toby________toby]

Thanks for your videos legend, I'm so glad you're around. Sick with COVID ATM and was getting depressed from being shut indoors but now I'm inspired and keen to get out there when I can

[@ringonotts]

Go easy mate! Love it. I spent a year in Oz living the dream and I'll never forget the massive expanses there are to have adventures in. It was 25 years ago but i dream of the feeling of traveling most nights. I'll be back for sure. Love the channel and your mission mate - all the best, Ringo

[@thebutlerdownunder]

Giddy Up Mattsy. Love your work and thanks for taking all of us on your amazing journey

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you very much 🙏 thanks for watching

[@ilovesano]

Nice hike thanks for sharing.

[@charlsyshikingadventures1278]

Hi Matt, I did this hike just before covid lockdowns and loved the seclusion of the wilderness area there. You've made me want to head back and take some extra time to soak it in again. Thanks for the video...👍

[@melindaholme5414]

So cool Silly! Go easy!

[@masonthomas8210]

Keep doing what you're doing! I'm also Army and recently posted to a training establishment so living vicariously though you to get that banter whilst pushing to get out on weekend for own hikes/camps.

[@LittleLeafyLifeBrisbane]

Beautiful Mattsy. Absolutely beautiful. 10/10 enjoyed this.

[@campingnstuffs]

Best one yet Legend. You’ve done it again!

[@nikkicoombs3337]

Thank you so much, brought back memories from last year when I did the AAWT.

[@FiGal802]

Love this! I'm out with a back injury after falling off a horse, so I so enjoy going along on your adventures. Thank you!

[@shaynecross7860]

Just found your channel (Subscribed)!!! I served 17 years in the Navy and I see and feel everything in a different spectrum of light. It defines discrption in mortal words. Peace ✌️

[@Adventureswithrushy]

Watching you hold back emotion while telling us why you do this just shows your amazing passion for adventure and also how much you care for your fellow man. You give so many people an escape from reality and you do it in a humorous and fun way. Thank you 😊

[@pete67aus]

Mate, you do you and don't change a thing. I subscribed only a short time ago because of the content you create and how your message resonates with my thoughts on life. Keep up the great work. Chin up, head held high and enjoying life to the fullest. Cheers. Pete.

[@chrisfillingham8983]

Mattsy, you've done it again and I love it. Keep doing you mate and I will be watching legend. Cheers Fillo

[@DeadsetDrongos]

Another entertaining video mate. You keep doing it your way and I'm certain the channel will keep growing. Go easy and catch you on the next one.

[@Jimmcgregorphotography]

Fantastic stuff mate, you never disappoint with you’re videos. And yes, we all go through something at some point in our lives. So thank you for what you do a keeping myself and others entertained. I’d so much love to be out on the road right now, but circumstances don’t allow me. But just watch this space. I’ll be out there one day

[@WadeT-mz8zb]

Love your honesty about who you are and what you are feeling. Final comments about getting out there are so true. All the pressure about having all the ultra light gear (sorry Scotty) turns people away. Keep living the dream ❤

[@marcdeweerdt8805]

Matsy you are outdoing yourself. You are 😊on your own. Well done

[@darrenbooker8144]

Fantastic Mattsy! Your an inspiration ( im going through stuff atm) and comedic genius, 👍❤👍

[@jasoncasson8543]

Mattsy as others have said we don't watch you walking. We listen to you telling a story. Describing everything you do gives us all a sense of immersion, a sense that we are there with you. You have a special talent that not many have. You are definitely an impactful bloke. Like so many others and myself, we wish nothing but the best for you mate. Absolutely ripper of an episode well done

[@gride5153]

Really enjoyed this video mate - thank-you!

[@peterappleton5213]

It certainly helps my general and mental health every time you post a new video 😂😂😂

[@Shwack_fishing]

Love your vids brother always puts a smile on my face and you take me on adventures with you when im unable to get out and about

[@ruppy4103]

Glad to see the return of the OG headwear, beautiful country out there!

[@Judemay01]

Ok so clearly I now need to go do this walk. Love your videos mate!

[@Tojama70]

Champion mate. Positive and authentic. Keep goin Mattsy

[@trudiswanson9855]

Thanks for talking us on that great Aussie trek Mattsy. Wow, J'mungle (my turn to apologize) has beautiful Aussie views! God bless. ❤. T.

[@justin9162]

Awesome video mattsy, i can't wait for all of your new adventures that lay ahead of you, travel safe mate and keep being authentic 🤙

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot Justin. I appreciate it mate 🙏

[@thesewildtimes]

The old hat is back!! Good on ya mate!

[@Chris-bm1gx]

Loved this, thank you

[@jimnapier6885]

Thanks mate that was great..

[@leonwakefield7285]

As a fellow vet thanks for the wonderful videos that you do.Your natural affinity with the bush shines through. 😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you very much 😊 I’m glad you’re enjoying the adventures

[@davidfox9666]

Legend Mattsy! Hanging for my hoodie. Keep killing it. Go easy.

[@LittleLeafyLifeBrisbane]

Mattsy I’m 1:30 in and I’m already loving it. How good is that blue sky!!

[@craigwhite3162]

Another quality video and as always very informative. What a lovely country we live in, the best thing is we have a genuine good bloke like you to take us on your journey. More Mattsy poetry please for your next video. Cheers 🍻

[@Br0ckUs1234]

Totally agree with what you said about finding a challenge in bushbashing it rather than just sticking to the fire roads/established trails. Locked in an overnighter for this coming weekend! Cannot wait to get back out in nature! 💪 Love the longer format videos too!

[@waynemcmillan5970]

I walked around there in January 1978. Still an awesome walk.

[@leonardcharles8745]

I'm a bit down n out for awhile mate,I've been watching you awhile now. I'm not big on hiking,but you have inspired me to start my own camping/travelling channel. I love your creative words, and how you share your raw self and feelings 💯👌 I'm sure most of your subscribers would agree. Keep on keeping on brother 🍻👌

[@Stu-ky5ut]

Thanks for sharing brother ❤

[@ervinslens]

Amazing work man! 👏👏

[@ronaldwhite5670]

Very entertaining Matty, thank you. Cheers 🍻

[@louwallace4139]

❤ I love your vids. I also am grateful that you are willing to open up about how military live changes people. I have lost friends to suicide post service, many friends who do them to cope. I am thankful for the sacrifices you have made for the freedom and safety we Australians continue to have. Thankyou ❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you Lou. Yeah it’s a very tough thing to come back from for those men and women no doubt. It’d be very isolating on their return and just a very strange world to return to as well. I don’t know what the answer is but certainly talking about it openly is a good place to start.

[@louwallace4139]

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