Camping on a Mountain - Why I Come Out Here

A night spent camping in the mountains, enjoying a beautiful sunset and reflecting on why I come out here.
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[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

That's some good looking sandstone mate! 😂 Another epic vid. Thoroughly enjoyed it. You're really starting to dial in your editing and storytelling which is awesome to see mate. As for your trip with Fango, I fully sympathise. It's so frustrating when a trip just doesn't work out, especially when you drive for hours. And your comments about about filming taking so much time. Speak to me brother haha. I just got back from a trip today where it took me the better part of an hour to get a decent thumbnail. If only people knew what goes on behind these scenes haha. Keep em coming mate.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha it really is a bloody battle at times out there 😂 I also took a few thumbnails while the sun was setting but none of them were really useable because the sun was pretty much gone by the time I finished trying to position the camera 😂

[@emf333]

Look at it, Scotty (not BF)! 😂

[@PaulMacDonald-bc2nx]

This was also my favourite bit😂 …..and the dog cam when it ran over to lick Matty’s face ….

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha

[@thejulesfather]

Magic brother. Thanks for sharing your campfire and your thoughts with us. Eye of a painter. Soul of a poet.

[@ericchilver9113]

Hey Mattsy , great to see a man who has his priorities in order…your enthusiasm is contagious..yes the bush is like that , fans to flame the spirit and soul, and the mind can’t help than be in the here and now. Time is not linear out there, 👍🇦🇺

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate as always! Very well said btw. I’m heading out for a week straight in a couple of days. So keen to film and show you guys what I find 🙌

[@ericchilver9113]

@@TheSillySwagman heading out with a mate Mattsy, ..? A week awesome , a day or two to unwind a few days to be in amongst how life should be ..sounds awesome..any MREs , freeze dried I’m thinking for a week, and a fishing rod. 👍

[@yarwenna]

'Nature, patting me on the face...' Gold, pure gold 😂🌟

[@TheSillySwagman]

😅😅

[@81dedhed]

That fire chat,couldn't agree more

[@TheSillySwagman]

It’s pretty damn true hey mate 🙏

[@flippyau]

You are a modern Banjo Paterson! I really enjoy your writing. This is poetry for the modern day. I am really thankful for you and the work you put into these videos. Thank you.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! I’ll take it! 😆 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@imBKRZ]

Killing it Mattsy! Chaotic good nature with the usual antics. The mountains produce the goods

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! They sure bloody did! What a spot 😆

[@Lukeslittletribe]

Well done mate. Blue mountains honestly looks spectacular. The little section from 14 minutes onaround the campfire was on point. Great to see you out there happy doing what you love.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Luke 🙏 Man, the bluey’s really are a sight to see. Just gotta get away from the main attractions as with anything 😂

[@davidhansen-ob7zs]

Great tube Mattsy! Great images and reflections. Loved it. Your best yet.

[@TheSillySwagman]

@@davidhansen-ob7zsthanks a lot Dave! I’m glad you enjoyed this one 😄

[@AroundTheNextCorner]

Jealous. Absolutely jealous. Love this vision you’ve captured. What a spot. Keep these videos coming.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot! I’m glad you enjoyed watching 😄 Plenty more to come soon! 🙌

[@PaulMacDonald-bc2nx]

Hit the bush Look at it Scotty I won’t settle for anything less than 360 degrees of panoramic views Nature baby let’s get some We have done it again …….. just a few bits of the best run of commentary to a video I have ever heard …… Also loved the little bit of dog cam … made my eyes go funny but hilarious to see the world from that perspective…..

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha thanks for watching and appreciating, Paul 😂😂 Yeah I know what you mean about the dog cam, it’s a bit hectic but funny at the same time haha

[@Mr.Matt.9]

“But out her it all dilutes and washes away” ❤❤❤

[@justinm5972]

Onya mate keep em coming. Great spot there love the place, and the silly swagman wisdom.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Justin! Pretty beautiful place hey. Was a great little getaway to feed the soul!

[@PatriciaCampos-lk3sj]

Hello Silly man, you are so silly, that's why you're the Silly Swagman. Let me just tell you that I love your videos! Your enthusiasm is contagious, it permeates through your pores and therefore through your camera lens. Your love for nature is what people need these days. Not to mention your "Nature emergencies"- I totally understand them because I too have lots and lots of nature emergencies here in United States Oregon. I can stare at a wild animal for a long time; to the point that I forget time, even if I have to be somewhere. I'm lucky to have forests, mountains, oceans, rivers, waterfalls, lakes, and even deserts to enjoy. I love hiking and camping, and of course, animal watching. Your videos make me cry and laugh. You make me laugh with your silliness and you make me cry when you show your nature emergencies. I thank you for all your hard work and I'm looking forward till your next video. Please tell Scotty that he is such a wonderful person, he acts like a good brother to you. I truly enjoy videos with him in them. I particularly like to see how you guys look after each other. God created this beautiful Earth for us so that we could enjoy it. I also speak Spanish, and I crack up when you speak words in Spanish, like "chocolate". I have friends and family from all over the world and we are used to hugging and kissing when we greet each other. So don't apologize for sending love and kisses. Just the opposite, keep them coming or blame them on me. Take care and be careful out there in the bush.

[@sprintershepherd4359]

haha nice one Mattzi! . I see you see and appreciate the bush and nature like myself and many other lucky souls , we are the lucky ones . I can especially relate to "Nature Emergency " 6:46 lol. sometimes I get annoyed if I have to do something as quickly as getting something out of my back pack whilst a "Nature Emergency" is liniment or occurring . let alone having to set up camp cook or light a fire whilst the phenomena of a "Nature Emergency" is happening . Have often found myself setting up or cooking in the dark because of those pesky Nature Emergencies

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha oh I am very, very familiar with the art or cooking in the dark because of a nature emergency also 😂😅 But that’s why we’re out there, we don’t want to miss the main event! 😆 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@jaymannewell]

OMG that intro, I totally thought you were about to use the Russel Coight line, "the large open spaces with views as far as the eye can see, and even further with binoculars"..

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha I can see it 😂😂😂

[@CMReid]

Spectacular country! Thanks for taking us along 👍🏼

[@TheSillySwagman]

And thanks for watching! 🙏😄

[@torchandbucket4214]

The sandstone looked soooo seductive bathed in the soft light 😘

[@TheSillySwagman]

Yeah it did 👌

[@bernardmarden2775]

Really nice job of creating a sense of delight and joy being out there. Hope you enjoyed it as much as it seemed. Makes us want to go out and hug some sandstone 😀

[@TheSillySwagman]

Bernard, it was all absolutely natural 😄 Impossible not to be that pumped when you stumble across a new place to explore and it turns out to be incredible. The sunset just topped it off. Thanks for watching! 🙏🙏

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

Cracking video mate love your attitude to the outdoors had to laugh at the excitement of the sun shining down but you know what i do exactly the same 😂😂 keep it real great channel atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍🤙

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha it’s difficult not to be excited by a bloody stunning sunset 😂😂 Felt like it had been a little while since there was quite like it 🙌

[@dustinjolly9604]

You have a gift with words, my friend. Always look forward to your deep, yet easy to understand commentary!!

[@jg4634-d2y]

ah mate, feel joy to spread joy. that's something I need to remember more, and since its been so long since I've gone bush it explains a lot too. time to get the pack ready I reckon. thanks Mattsy

[@TheSillySwagman]

Bloody oath mate! It truly is the best medicine and the best way to recharge the batteries. 💪

[@ashikov.]

I rarely comment on videos but what you were saying from 11:52 made me stop chewing my lunch and absorb. I nearly had tears. I'm going through a bit of difficult moment in life with our 6 year old son where he doesn't understand us and we parents perhaps don't understand him. In reality just a bunch of tantrums and winging but after all these years they are harder and harder to pass by. So everyday now there is a small fight between us that upsets everyone at home. Im thinking of taking him out for an overnighter like this next weekend and spend a quiet night by the fire with him to hopefully chase away some of our demons and listen to each other. Thanks for the inspiration man.

[@TheSillySwagman]

I’m so sorry to hear that and I cannot begin imagine how difficult that must be. I really do hope that some time spent in the outdoors together, chilling out by a fire might do even a little good to help bridge the gap. There is definitely power in a campfire and a quiet place. I hope guys can reconnect out there ❤️❤️

[@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures]

The joy of nature, isn’t it amazing ❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

Damn right it is!

[@DanielNash325]

Gentle pats for Fango, and you have a couple too if you want Mattsy.

[@soundslikesweeney]

Also, your philosophical thinking goes straight to my heart and mind.

[@TheSillySwagman]

🙏🙏

[@deborahhatswellbbr]

Watch out for Yowies, they love a crunchy swagman for lunch 😂 What a beautiful amazing sunset, thank you

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha! I always do my best to avoid them 😂 It was a ripper! Thank you for watching 🙏

[@jakesharp6137]

Love ya work mate. Let me know when you are in Victoria and I will come join ya for a couple nights out in the mountains. Very funny how nature kept interupting. It's the best! Keep doing your thing legend!

[@mjfalcon007]

Beautiful scenery mate! Always love your adventures. Nothing like time in the bush to clear the mind and nourish the soul

[@TheSillySwagman]

Absobloodylutely

[@mudgutzadventures436]

Another great video in a beatiful spot. Also always great to hear your philosophical voice overs. My mum says she'd love to listen to you read E-books

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate! Yeah it certainly was a stunning spot to spend the night. Haha that’s too funny! I’ve had that a lot lately 😂

[@cookscatapults]

Hahahahaha Another fine example of AWESOMENESSSSS.....

[@outdoor_mac]

Top stuff mate - your editing game is really picking up, it's great to see your own style really coming through these last few videos.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Yeah I’m really starting to feel it all come together now. Onwards and upwards! Eternally grateful for the support ma dude 🤙

[@Jizzim.]

Yeh nice man, walking in the bush talking to yourself are the memories we remember. Cook a feed and wake up in the rain. Classic, cacking at the dog mount too

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha that’s what it’s all about my friend. 🤙

[@advanturest]

Mattsy, I often read your Instagram posts and it honestly feels like you come into my brain and unscrambled all that’s going on and put it into words. This video, the excitement of the light, the words spoken, the struggles. Again you’ve put together something that resonates with me. “Mate, you’ve done it again” 😜 Cheers!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Happy to help remind you that you are definitely not alone with those thoughts. We’re out here! 😆 Just remember that every time you ride out into those mountains, you’re living the life you want, one bit at a time 💪

[@advanturest]

@@TheSillySwagman “we’re out here” 😂 Mate you crack me up! Love it!

[@jof1495]

Your videos are brilliant…in so many ways! Thank you for all that they take to create…& thank you for all that you & your videos give, & for sharing all that you do. I hope you get as much from your adventures & videos as you & your videos give to others.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Wow, thank you so much for that kind comment, mate. That really means a lot. 🙏 Plenty more exciting adventures to share! Here we go 🙌

[@GaryTischer]

Great video 😂 classic “rescue dog” cam when you fell over 😂 Gold

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha How good is the dog cam perspective 😂😂

[@user-ArtsyVW]

another gooden.. it's intriguing just listening to your ramblings about life, environment and nature around you how you can relate that to, thoughts, stuff in general... you've got a wicked soh, I find myself laughing as well, even when you put the GoPro on Fango and you fell over and Fango ran to you and licked your face (nawwwww 😋), I laughed at that too...

[@rodgeorge7244]

Top spot Mattsy beautiful sunset pity about the rain though ,but it is that time of the year.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Sure was Rod. I never let the rain dampen the spirits 😄 It’s a part of the experience. Thanks for watching mate 🙏

[@rickwhitson2804]

Very beautiful country. I would love to go there

[@outdoors5352]

The Bush TV (fire) has saved a lot of people.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Yes it has 🙏

[@kimberleybruce39]

We had a good giggle at your chaos, but that’s what it’s like out there. Too much beauty! That sky was pretty epic

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha exactly 😆 I thrive in the chaos 😂😂

[@rothmaam]

Just found you and just re-discovering camping. Blue Mountains is my home, so I cant wait to keep getting out of my 4 walls to do this. You're great fun to watch, thanks.

[@janet33465]

Hahaha love the way you are chaotically organised 😂😂 you very funny, but educational and absolutely brilliant at the skill of cinematography. Love the choice of music at certain points too. Yet I admire most the reminder and message you giving us of Mother Natures true beauty and how healing she can be ❤ …. A shoe fence a dogs dream 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha thank you Janet 😂😂🙏🙌 I appreciate those lovely words! 😄 Nothing like an absolutely magical sunset to steal your attention away from a task 😆 And yes, it’s very true though, nature is the best healer of them all. Thanks for watching and leaving some lovely feedback 🙌

[@marktrewin-ov1cc]

One of your best ! You are now my favourite hiking/camping KZbinr

[@TheSillySwagman]

Woah! That’s a huge call! But I’ll accept that role 😂 thanks for watching mate!

[@jasonmcdowell2892]

Thank you. I really enjoy your videos, humor and your appreciation for the wilderness

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Jason! I appreciate the feedback as well 😄 Thanks for watching

[@terrystewart2326]

Mate, watched a few and actually enjoyed this one the most so far. Feel Joy to spread Joy. Keep it up and enjoy that beautiful nature. The sunset was magnificent

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you Terry. That seems to be the popular feedback on this video, which is awesome because I really felt like I had finally clicked with how I go about creating a video, so it’s been awesome that it’s reflected in everyone’s comments 😄 Thanks for watching mate and for the support 🙏

[@dazadventures4992]

Another cracking video mate 👍 and you hit the nail on the head precisely, with why we do it 👌

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate. 🙏 It’s the simple life hey

[@tinksgolightly8250]

Loved this one!! The out takes of the "failed" earlier trip were great too! Can relate, take my little blue heeler everywhere. Makes life more exciting though, Wouldnt have it any other way 😃

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha yeah it’s certainly a little more challenging but I love seeing him in his element out there. You’re not wrong about that. Thanks for watching!

[@MichaelSymons-be8tc]

Wonderfully written monologue to begin, @TheSillySwagman. Beautiful. I love the commentary too - you're a funny bugger and your vids are great. Cheers mate

[@TheSillySwagman]

Than you very much, Michael! I appreciate the feedback mate. I really do. I enjoy writing the narrations, they don’t happen every video but they always come back 🙏

[@shanno161]

Mate you are deadset spot on about the fire. You can certainly spend hours staring into it

[@TheSillySwagman]

You sure can mate. Nothing quite like it bar maybe a sunset or a bright starry night sky 👌

[@liamsaunders7851]

Another top vid mate just being your awesome, genuine and poetic self! Nice acknowledging the sun on the cliff faces for Scotty’s interest! Haha keep smashing it up and glad you got to head outdoors! -Liam 🇦🇺 🤙🏿

[@TheSillySwagman]

Sorry for the late reply mate! Thanks for watching as always, Liam and thank you for the encouragement and motivation to keep doing this KZbin thing! Bring on the next adventure!

[@flamefox8989]

New sub here.🙋🏻‍♀️ Very impressed with your poetic larrikin camping videos. Fango is an awesome companion & his dogs eye perspective was so funny & adorable. I am reminded of Bushman and Blue channel but exclusively Australian. Anyway, I think your reasoning about the world we've made ourselves is spot on & many people will resonate with your observations. 👍🏻

[@Syulang-nt4kj]

Getting a bit nippy out at the moment! That time of year... winter solstice is upon us, so warmth will be back soon enough :)

[@TheSillySwagman]

That is very true! I’m off to see some snow next week 🙌

[@ivansiladji]

Cracker video, mate. Really enjoyed watching this one. Thanks for sharing the adventure. Ivan

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks for watching as always, Ivan! 🙌🙌

[@raykinit4701]

You're a freak. A lovable freak! Thoroughly enjoy everything good on ya mate.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha I agree 😂😂

[@krbushcraftaustralia5976]

Mate from the first video I saw I knew you’d be one to follow. Humble and true, never pretentious. Just you being you enjoy the awesomeness that’s Australia. Keep em coming you rock mate. SIMPLZ 🤘😉🥃❤️

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate, that means a lot. 🙏 Im glad it comes through that way, if you’re being yourself then you can’t get it wrong 😄

[@stevetaylor9456]

Geeze, you eat well mate.😊👍👍

[@grabmegear]

Glad you got out to break the cycle Mattsy! Always enjoy your wise worlds and 💯 agree…👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate!

[@kurts64]

Great vid mate. Nature emergencies, tunes, laughs, awesome! The Barrington story was cool, bought back memories of bathing in one of those freezing creeks every arvo for a week as an 8 year old. Good times! And yep bloody hell theyre cold 🥶 Your fire musings are spot on. Yesterday i took my 5 yo daughter for a little hike thru some hill country up here on the midnorth coast. She was good all day, but the minute i busted out the ol' Hexy stove, lit the tabs and added some twigs to boil the billy for a Cup-a-Soup, she calmed right down, looked at the fire, and we had an hour long convo about school, books, friends, adventures, and a deep discussion on Wagon Wheels vs. TimTams. Btw, bacon and beans rock! Need extra strong tea though🤣 cheers for the vid👍👍🪓🇦🇺

[@TheSillySwagman]

Sorry for the three month delayed response Kurt 😂 I went away right after dropping this one. I’ve had a couple dips in those waters over the years as well, damn near felt like I was dying the first time and leaped out yelling hahaha That’s great to hear about you and your daughter having that adventure and enjoying the time around the fire. It really is a powerful place to spend time with someone. Thanks for watching as always mate! I appreciate your encouraging comments always!

[@kurts64]

@@TheSillySwagman no worries, cheers mate!👍👍

[@DekotaWylde]

Favourite yet! So much about this. That ending gets me every single time 😭😭 Super amazing video!! So joyous😄 Beautiful to behold🙏

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank youuuu! 🙏 It’s funny how it was such a simple little overnighter but even I found it had such a profound effect on me. Sometimes that’s all you need 🙌

[@JohnthePond]

Hey Mattsie thank you for sharing your adventure, great content like your sens of humour ! You’ve done it again !

[@lindav9463]

Great vid, love your distractions from settling up camp and cooking dinner. Those camp fires really tell some stories. Tango is adorable.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you Linda! I think we can all relate to being distracted by a beautiful sunset 😄

[@teeflo2757]

beauty camp Mattsy, rain or no. keep up the philosophics and we’ll have to rename you The Socratic Swagman. 😂 no slight intended, much respect for the thoughtfulness. 👍🏼✌🏼🖖🏼

[@TheSillySwagman]

Socratic Swagman… I like it. Let’s start now. 😂😂😂 Thank you!

[@markmcgrath2540]

Love your sense of humour mate. Great vid, keep up the good work.

[@UrbanKiwiana]

Happy Monday mate.. when a trip dosnt go to Plan I just think you know what this is all part or my adventure through life, And then the moments that work out or randomly arrive make all those annoying moments sweet as bro. Enjoyed the video as you spoke of it just starting to Rain I realize it's starting to piss down outside and I've clothes im trying to dry lol. Have a absolutely amazing week

[@TheWanderingBushman]

I love your enthusiasm Mattsy, you've got me so keen to hit the bush this weekend.

[@TheSillySwagman]

That’s what I like to hear, mate! Go get some 💪💪

[@soundslikesweeney]

Oh my god I just got back from a trip to the mid north in SA and this is exactly how I talk to nature... stopping me doing things because of its crazy beauty. Really nice to find your channel.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate 🙏 Yep, I can think of worst things to be doing with one’s time 😄

[@RM-bl4td]

Thanks s lot from the Ozarks. Absolutely beautiful country and love it when you throw in some philosophy.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Yeah we are pretty lucky, not taking it for granted that’s for sure. Thank you for watching and commenting 🙏 I hope you stick around 😄

[@2driftmate]

Cherish your dog bro. Awesome video. Thanks mate. Im a blue mountains local. 39yrs... apparently. Happy to have ya. Been keen to join ya

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Yeah he is a bloody great little mate. 🙏 Thanks for watching

[@davros_goes_forth9291]

Mate! That location and timing was amazing. Over the top colours and lighting. Truly off the charts natural beauty. (Not you, the scenery😅) Thanks so much. So glad you shared this and the bits of the previous outing too. Legend! P.S: Scotty who? 😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Scotty who 😂🤣🤣 Savage. I like it. Thanks mate! It was definitely an evening to remember. Hard to be disappointed in a place like that with a sunset to match!

[@rossjamieson2681]

Beautiful spot, Blueys in all their glory! What’s with the ‘non-green’ fleece?! 😮 Keep on adventuring

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha it’s not a very subtle fleece is it 😂😂 Thank you!

[@shanefraser7764]

Yeeeooowwwwww never clicked so fast, Swagman is Bacccckkkkk🤙

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahahaha YEAHHHH BABY! 😆

[@rhystattersall2132]

haha ill leave the paper bag trick to you professionals I'd say... Good stuff as always brother, the views for the sunset were stunning and it just kept getting better! Good test for the mat too, I reckon Sam was twitching a little when you first lay on it. The way Fango reacted to your slip was so cute, you've trained him well.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha I bet he would be 😂 That thing is tough though. No issues 👌 Thanks mate!

[@Br0ckUs1234]

KZbinr not bf' got me good Mattsy 🤣 Loving the videos mate, even if i'm 4 months behind!

[@AdventureandMore]

GREAT video mate, a huge unit you may not be but your words are medicine for the soul thanks for sharing another trip.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha Thanks mate 😂

[@Hotrodsandkustoms]

Your music selection is top notch. Such a good watch !!!!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha they’re nice pieces hey! Thanks for watching 😄

[@kateunused]

resonates deeply as a nature loving meditator I felt you nailed it! I've tried living off grid for a couple of years, a bit like full time camping but now live in a tiny cottage with an awesome outlook. My sunrises, etc it sure helps. Loving your channel, it's quite addictive so keep up the great work ... and Fango is too cute!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you so much, Kate! I appreciate that. I bloody love the idea of a cottage somewhere 🥰 As long as you’re living the way that makes the most sense to you then that’s what truly counts. Thanks for the encouragement 🙏

[@jasonhughes6482]

thanks again for another clasic swags i feel better now.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! No worries, mate! Thank you for watching

[@RobertJones-zg9hv]

Wow man you make wet and crappy sound grouse and fun! Cheers

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha Well said 😂 Thanks for watching mate!

[@TheBrierose]

I really enjoyed this one, thank you. I've walked through the Barrington River in early spring and can vouch that it's freezing, my feet were numb, it's nice in summer.

[@TheSillySwagman]

It’s a lovely place. I’ve definitely seen a lot more of it in the warmer months. Thanks for watching 😄

[@bevorazzi751]

Hey Mate, First time watcher here. Your monologue about the fire. Mate! That was so deep and i connected so wholeheartedly. It was awesome. Also, the way you include your small mental struggles and how hiking/camping relieves you of these. Thank you for sharing. We all have these struggles and appreciate where youre coming from. Cant wait to enjoy your videos in the future! Cheers

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! 🙏🙏 Yes, I’m a big believer in the power of some solid time spent out in the bush for the old noggin. We could all do with a lot more of it that’s for sure. Thanks for watching and for the feedback mate

[@budget-adventure]

Ha ha nice digs. I love Scotty to bits but yeah there is a lot of wow how beautiful. The camera dosent show it but we know how great a location is so focus on cooking before it gets dark ha ha. Great video man thanks for sharing

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! Nah, I gotta show the sights! Nobody wants to watch my average cooking anyway 😂😂

[@richardeljay]

Great stuff and the dog vid was neat. Feel joy to spread joy...excellent mantra.

[@TheSillySwagman]

That’s it mate 😄 It makes a lot of sense

[@gavinchapple825]

Mate you are on fire with these vids. Inspiring!

[@rosiew895]

Brilliant video Matt. Thanks for sharing the spectacular views.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot Rosie! 🙌

[@Bigeddydynamite]

We get sunsets like that here in Western Nebraska! Great video!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Not a bad way to see out the day are they 👌 Thanks for watching and commenting mate!

[@OnCountryWithMick]

Stunning views mate and that Sunset, Holy cow. Love your little insight on the campfire and wanting to escape the rat race to be able to enjoy this sort of thing more. I think that's the goal of many of us doing this sort of content. Make some money so we can get out more and get further away from the city.

[@TheSillySwagman]

That’s surely more align with the meaning of life 👌

[@OnCountryWithMick]

@@TheSillySwagman I think so.

[@andyprice4696]

Glad to see another mattsy video. You’re adventures combined with some history and some humor always make for good entertainment. This one had me laughing. We’ve done it again! Keep up the good work!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha thanks Andy! 🙌 This one of those trips where the video reflects so damn well 😆

[@pbjoyce8993]

It's beautiful ❤ ... Thank you for making the KZbin vedios 😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you for watching them and leaving a lovely comment 😄

[@danieldallison]

so entertaining, love the way you do things mate

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate. I’m glad you’re enjoying the content 🙏

[@kaisersdad]

Awesome vid as usual Mattsy. Love your style of shooting 👍💪

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Slowly but surely getting the handle of the camera work and editing. Thanks for watching 😄

[@shauncooper9942]

Great entertainment matey felt like I was there for a while. Cheers!!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot Shaun! I’m glad I could take you along for the trip 😆

[@Nurr0]

I agree with so many things you say in this that it's not worth addressing them individually, but I agree wholeheartedly. Great video man!

[@TheSillySwagman]

I get it, no need to explain. We’re all human and I think a lot of what I try to speak on is stuff that we all need and don’t have enough of in modern society. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@lizmondel2003]

Another nature emergency!! Look!!! It was lols for me from the start. Thank you for being so hilariously engaging. Despite the hamming it up tho, it's obvious you mean what you say, especially when you start bush philosophising. Thanks Pal

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😅 Yeah, I really do mean it. I definitely feel a connection when I’m out there and I can’t help but feel so moved by it all. Obviously some days just hit you differently as well, like a spectacular spot with a sunset to match. I love it. 🙏 Thanks for watching, Liz!

[@lizmondel2003]

@@TheSillySwagman I do relate. I'm fortunate to be living in the upper Blue Mtns & frequently get out there on foot for just the same reasons as you. It works every time.

[@DaveandBuddyOutdoors]

Hello there fella, Only found your channel a couple days ago, watched a few of your vids, but I think this is the best one I've seen yet. Your camera work, humour and clear love of the outdoors (and reason for getting out there) was a joy to watch, plus that stunning sunset! I also appreciate your added voice narration and philosophical ponderings. Also your dog looks like a wonderful companion, and you may have just convinced me to get the GoPro dog harness! Sincerely, thank you for sharing. Take care All the best (all the way from England) Dave & Buddy (the doggo) Subbed 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

G’day Dave Thanks for watching and for all that wonderful feedback mate, it’s very much appreciated. So wild to know that someone can watch my little adventures from over the big blue ocean. 😅 You won’t regret the harness 😂 Thanks mate!

[@Rutek115]

loved it! Can resonate with you lots mate! Cant wait for another video :)

[@paulpeople9178]

Yep, sorry didn’t finish the comment. A good one again mate well done

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha thank you!

[@petersajner8225]

Great video mate, beautiful scenery, thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Peter! Not a bad spot hey? 👌👌

[@joshberry5246]

That kiss was meant for me wasn't it? Hahaha looked amazing though.

[@TheSillySwagman]

😂😂😂

[@markwis5285]

Another Nature emergency..... Well done !

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha thanks mate!