THIS WAS TOUGH.. 3 Days Hiking & Fishing in the Backcountry

[@TheSillySwagman]

I vote for the reel about how you put your muesli together 👌 Looks the goods. Anyway, back to the video!

[@ryanleng11]

I will Second that Mattsy...👍

[@simoncaponewaiting]

+1 would love to get the recipe

[@Adman265]

Agree! 🙌

[@grub9465]

Agreed, I have muesli and yoghurt every morning 😅

[@Fungi884]

And chia seeds! :)

[@relboyos770]

Man through all the bullsht going on in this country and the world. It's calming to watch you just get amongst the beauty and simplicity of nature. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@wyosundancer]

A tent without a floor reminds me of when I was in the Army a long time ago. At that time the U.S. military was using a shelter half (a piece of canvas that you would snap together with a buddies shelter half) no floor. During training we spent a solid week in the field (camping out). During this period it rained almost every day. If you pitched that shelter half and didn't dig a run off ditch around it and bank soil up around the tent you got very wet every night. I never had to go out in the winter, but I can imagine what it was like to be below freezing with a "fresh" breeze running through the tent.

[@detlyn]

Silicone for the air mattress repair. Bunnings. Look for Selleys 25 year. Comes in white, black, clear. Soap water sprayer to find the hole. Marker it then rag dry. Circle silicone on with the corking gun tip. 360 deg in both directions. Size of a flat pea. 24hrs later you won’t get it off with out ripping the mattress. Never through a air mattress out again. Saves land fill. Wish everyone knew/ could be bothered. Swear by it👍

[@johndorrington3461]

Gear aid seam seal works a treat its what therarest uses for their repairs

[@darrentrynes5552]

Love the quality of all your content Scotty. You constantly inspire me to get out there more. With regards to footwear in the high country, my favourite method is boots for ankle support and snake protection and for water crossings, cheap $5 Croc style footwear from BigW or Kmart stored on the outside of my pack. They weigh 250g, don't absorb any water and can be used around camp with socks on. Also good for when you get blisters.

[@donwilcox-outdoorsmore5829]

As always, thank you for sharing your adventures. I really resonated with your comment about the fall, which is without question, for me, the best time to be in the back country! I'm Canadian, and like you folks on the other side of the world we are truly blessed with huge expanses of forests and fields that seem to fill up with adventurers in the summer, then go quiet again in the fall. Here, "fall" is September through November, lol. Hope those heels healed up nicely, man that did not look like fun. Take care, and better luck next time with the trout ...

[@billcotton1551]

That shot of the Milky Way was incredible!

[@gyoung1455]

Thanks again, Scotty, for allowing us to vicariously follow you on your adventures. You are a treasure.

[@imcaptain2137]

That look at 21:35 is the one that keeps me coming back to the nsw snowies, only those that have been will know the look. Great video scotty

[@AlexsAustralianAdventures]

Totally agree - I was up there last week for the first time and experienced that sense of wonder, remoteness and stillness. Absolutely magic!

[@waynepugh7844]

Hi Scotty, absolutely love your adventures, as for the blisters the two sock system is the go, the cool max toe socks or a synthetic against your skin, then the wool sock as the out, being diferent materials they glide over each other taking the friction from the skin!! As for the river crossings a pair of Crocs might be the go, also good when hanging around camp in the afternoon/evening! keep up the great work!!!!

[@English.Andy1]

I just can’t convey to you what an incredible beautiful place you live. It’s stunning how unspoiled it all seems. To be able to walk, fish & camp must be such a privilege being unhindered. As always mate, thanks for sharing this, your editing is perfect 👌🏻 very talented. Cheers, Scotty, all the best Andy.

[@danikai2562]

Bro you’re doing it! Thanks for the introduction to the Aussie high country-I never knew! Reminds me of my years in Colorado..stunning area.

[@snoop2477]

Scott, if you want a good compromise between boots and the Trail Runners, have a look at the Salomon Mid GTX. I use these when I need a bit more physical protection from knocks. The downside is if you are walking off trail, they do get nicks which will compromise the waterproofness. I use the Salomon Speedcross for most hunting/hiking trips. But if on the tops and needing extra ankle protection the MidGTX are nice. Two pairs of sock everytime!

[@chrismcdonnell1695]

Hi Scotty. I loved the colours in this one.

[@stevetamv68]

Hey Scotty, fantastic videos off such beautiful country, thanks for doing the hard slog for all of us to appreciate the Snowy Mountains, from our armchair... As a musician, we have a very simple saying when things take a turn for the worse... "Gaffa Tape fixes everything..." From a leaky mattress, to blisters on your feet... Gaffa Tape fixes everything!!!

[@jaxrcexplorer]

🫶🫶🫶 What you do! Here's a tip... to prevent blisters... wear a pair of thin, light polyester socks over your cotton or wool socks... it allows your foot to slip and slide inside the boot and not take it out on your skin! The Cotton/Wool sock helps keep your foot warm and wicks the moisture away ... and the polyester as an extra layer keeps the friction down... did I mention I 🫶🫶🫶 what you do! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@Jim-yk9zw]

I just use those extra large fabric bandaids on my heels before I leave if I know I'm likely to blister up. They work a treat. I think you are better off having snug boots otherwise you risk ankle injuries. Each to their own I suppose.

[@rogerneilhogg]

Yup , thin office socks under the explorers and always tape before you start out. Direct lukaplast on the skin. Never fails. Great show you do.

[@PapaBearOutdoorAdventures]

Blistres - yes, cold - yes, a bad sleep - yes, but really beautiful up in those mountains. Thanks for sharing this adventure. Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪 😊

[@ozziedudemike]

love that part of the world. Everywhere you look is just beautiful scenery. I too struggled with the fishing, but by April those trout have seen more flies than a tackle shop owner in the last few months. 🤣Xmas, through Easter etc. Also the scrub on the banks gets so frustrating I end up wading a lot... until I get frustrated with slipping A over T on the slippery rocks. 😂Still worth it, lol.

[@anndebaldo7381]

So wise to not push it with blisters! Love your videos...such gorgeous territory! Thanks so much for sharing...ATB

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Excellent episode Scotty. We have just started in the last couple of years heading up to the southern Snowy Mountains, its brilliant!! thanks fella

[@bowenrichardc]

Thank you for taking the effort to make this video. I got blisters on the High Sierra Trail in California. Took a good week to heal up, so painful.

[@Gavin_McGregor]

Great vid and great country! Thanks for the effort you put in mate!

[@marcknight4568]

It's so much everyone on their own program....thus Scotty is one of the only trustworthy friends out there that everyone has..along with another few tubers... really legendary.🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ingridmccarthy0707]

Stunning country! Pity about the blisters - ouch! I switched to trailer runners plus injinji toe sock liners inside normal socks. Good as gold.

[@jimf1964]

I bought a pack of wonderfully thick soft socks for my work boots recently. By the end of the day, when I got home, my heels were totally white. It was a huge patch of skin that came off. For sure fishing isn’t shopping. With that bright sun, it’s good to try and get into undercut banks, or banks with over hanging growth. Get a fly close, throw a down stream mend and let it straitened out, and if done right it should, maybe, hopefully, swing right under the bushes into the shade. Oh, and for the rivers just get a pair of Crocks or some other very lightweight slipper. Even trail runners and socks take time to dry. If you get trail runners too, then the weight savings in those will make up for the slippers.

[@daisy.709]

Thank you for sharing your videos! They help me a lot to calm down when life is chaotic and hard ❤ especially love your different choices of music!

[@EamonWanders]

Epic stuff Scotty. I definitely recommend putting a band on a blister the moment it starts to develop. Prevents you from wallowing away in misery for days to come.

[@EamonWanders]

meusli looked fire though

[@Judy-fi7ce]

Pretty back country. Some of the waters looked so blue. You guys are going into fall and we're into spring here in the U.S. The blisters looked pretty nasty...and painful. But good camping trip nonetheless. HooRoo.

[@adventureot]

Scotty that was a fantastic trip. I really enjoyed watching because you really captured the essence of the place and made me feel completely immersed. Cathy

[@goldiebear4050]

Scotty,I hope your feet are healing. Thank you for taking us along despite the pain you are still jovial❤

[@MrJimbo1410]

Love your videos! So inspiring. I would love to follow in your tracks and spend some time exploring Aus. Thanks for sharing your adventures. James from NZ

[@MrJimbo1410]

P s. if you ever fancy a 'scotty goes walkabout +1', please let me know! I would love to join you! 😁

[@FreddieGrace-l6b]

Another great video mate, love your high country stuff. My missus would love to hear about what’s in your muesli. Also I’m interested to hear about your Durston tent. I’m looking for a lightweight tent for the AAWT and Durston is on my list. Good luck with the feet recovery ❤️‍🩹🍻🍻

[@Lee-astrololee]

Everywhere in the Snowys is just perfect! Thank you Scotty, beautiful scenery just inspires us all to do something better with our lives! Thank you. Cheers PS where was your beanie!! LOL

[@debrascott8775]

New follower from the US. Could 100% watch fly flishing in this amazing location for hours.

[@R-Dub_]

great video mate, what a beautiful location too. Thanks for sharing

[@normgood2467]

Nice one mate, that's a special spot and lost many a good fish there.

[@callanbrooks7713]

Tough go with the blisters Scotty. Might be worth adding the specific blister bandages, they have a gel on the bandages that helps a lot, rather than the painful normal bandages. Chemist warehouse or similar sell them, very cost effective and clever things.

[@michaelegan9434]

Hey Scott, Try and find a pair of Orvis Ultra light wading boots. I think the fishing camping shop in tumut Tom’s carries them you’ll know the one. You can hike in them for miles, fish all day in them wet wading ( just boots no waders) and then hike out. Simms wet wading socks are good too

[@DanielNash325]

You are a lot tougher than me. those blisters and the air mattress, I would have walked out the 2nd day and not stayed another night. Thank you for the pain and endurance to bring us this beautiful location.

[@qksmith]

fresh socks are essential. i love how every trip is your favourite place ;-)

[@EzzieNet]

Hey Scotty, looks like you've had plenty of advice already but my two cents regarding foot care: -Obviously well worn in boots are best. -I carry 'hikers wool' which is essentially some loose bits of wool that you can tear off and use for padding on rub spots. You have to use it before or as soon as you notice any rub spot like between toes or on the heel. Stops blisters happening at all. Life changing. -The other thing I carry in the first aid kit is purpose made blister dressings, there are a lot of opinions of using certain tapes but tape can make blisters worse. I just get the stuff from the chemist, brand is 'compeed' and try to put them on before a blister gets bad. -Also carry a bit of paracetamol and ibuprofen so you can dull the foot pain on the walk out. -Foot care is really important and if you're with a group it should be encouraged that people stop and address rub spots and blisters even if it means holding everyone up.

[@63off]

Never wear new socks straight out of the shop. Wash them at least twice, if not more, as they seem to put some serious fabric softener in them which makes them slippery. Slippery socks=blisters.

[@amalgam5107]

Gonna be a good week. We got us a new adventure with Scotty.

[@GaryPeck-pq5vf]

Get yourself some “coolmax” wicking liner socks to wear under “bridgedale” heavy hiking socks, no more blister problems. Also invest in a pair of lightweight “ croks” for water crossings, and there great around camp after getting your boots off ( weigh nothing clipped on to the pack ) I used to carry a small roll of straight elastoplas for heal and foot hot spots, without any wadding,when pulled off removes the blister skin quickly.

[@mikechadwick8163]

Scotty, thank you very much for taking us along on this trip. Shame about the fishing, but spectacular spots and you always bring the High Country to life 👍

[@marktaylor8263]

Hello Scotty, nice to see you wetting a fly. Look forward to your next camping adventure.

[@Pinetatoe]

Chuck the boots in the bin mate ! I switched to wide toe box trail runners and have never looked back

[@ingridmccarthy0707]

Same. Plus double sock.

[@Aussiehomestead1965]

I got a pair of those really light boating slip on shoes from BCF about 20 bucks for river crossings. They dry fast and pack down to next to nothing in your back pack. The grip on them is amazing. Absolute game changer.

[@jesswilson366]

Vote also for the muesli. Can’t tease us with its amazing without sharing the recipe!

[@rodgeorge7244]

Who could not love the high country of South Eastern NSW and North East Victoria it has to rate with anywhere in the world in my opinion that's probably why I have had holidays up there many times over the last 55 years.Thanks Scotty for taking us on another trip up there.

[@TamJ486]

Maybe forgo the ultra light air mats...they aren't much use when they're flat. My choice, for what it's worth, is the Nemo Astra. Never let me down. I consider the small weight penalty worth the security of a good night's sleep. Another lovely adventure you've taken us along on...ty.

[@BushKayakersCampingAustralia]

I agree and the ultra lightweight ones cost you a shit load more too and then they leak too boot

[@Springlike-cm3sy]

Trail runners are the best! I hike with them in snow, the key is extra thick Merino socks. Even when the wool is wet your feet will still keep relatively warm Grab some Topo Pursuits and get a size up to accommodate socks Wear a Injinji toe sock liner made of merino under the main thick sock If you do get a blister then Leukotape is by faaar the best strapping, get it on as soon as you have a hotspot Keep up the good work!!

[@liamsaunders7851]

Epic as always Scotty!! You’re a legend and true blue! Keep them coming mate! I also vote yes for a muesli reel, I’d love to make your home made concoction. You’re an inspiration and thank you for capturing the Aussie outdoors! The High Country is one of my fave vids that you bring to us. The shits are so breathtaking and spectacular!! Cheers Scotty! -Liam 🇦🇺 🤙🏿

[@millsa99]

Hi, I have watched a lot of your stuff and know that you are an experienced hiker. So why then and pitch in a frost hollow? Anyone who has spent time above 1400m knows that you do not camp in the hollows below the tree line. The difference in temp can be 7 degrees plus. For the viewers, if you are in the high country and see see open glades like Long Plain it means that the air at night is so consistently cold that trees cannot grow. Look around at the hills surrounding these areas and they are all wooded. Head for that tree line. Tooma R.

[@dudemanismadcool]

Thanks for the vid Scotty. Adidas just released a sporty hiking boot.

[@JasonMcCann841]

Great video! The most forgotten detail is the blister. Had a few, no fun.

[@lastknownlocation8760]

Good video Scotty. In relation to the footwear. Have you tried a pair of GARMONT T 8 Combat Boots NFS, AR670. Good support/ light/ drain holes

[@janis.gabriel]

Another nice one! Heal up those blisters. I had the same issue on my backpacking trip last weekend.

[@vnaravo3616]

This is the first time I've come across one of your videos. Great trip, beautiful video, very nice nature... pure pleasure! P.S. I hope the blisters have healed by now. :D

[@josephkerley363]

Beautiful country. Thanks for sharing. Take care of those feet though. In your last video up that wonderful canyon I was impressed with the beauty. I made a couple of screen shots as I thought they would make a pretty good painting. As it is your video, may I have your permission to use those screen shots for a painting?

[@AlexsAustralianAdventures]

I was up in the Snowys on the same (first) night and it was absolutely freezing when the sun went down but the stars were amazing - but it was too cold to stay out and watch them!

[@barrythompson8813]

Perhaps try the double sock method to avoid blisters. We used the thin poly inner socks in Nepal and had no problems on the hike upto Everest base camp.

[@IloveplantsAU]

Thanks for sharing your trip. Such a beautiful trip with epic scenes.

[@racekarts]

Thanks again Scotty for another wonderful video, you’re a legend!

[@BushKayakersCampingAustralia]

nice one. a beautiful place . its all about the vista :)

[@susanalbone5101]

The strap line was very apt, it certainly was tough in many respects but then you can’t have it all. Scenery was epic though. Shame you didn’t get a fish, only blisters!!! Take care, keep safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

[@Onelesstraveledby]

Great video, thank you for sharing!

[@mitchonthego]

Leukoplast (super sticky + fabric back) with Leukosilk over it (sticks to fabric, super slippery back), 100% blister protection every time 😊

[@mitchonthego]

Change every day or two or you will pull your skin off with leukosilk.

[@GuidanceFS]

Re the river crossing, I had a similar problem last cup weekend up at Hotham. Boots are good for snakes. But can't wear them in water. A bare feet crossing not smart, too harsh on feet, and if you got a cut, a tough weekend entails (like getting blisters). I tried standard thongs and lost them to the river current almost immediately. Next time I'm going to bring along crocs. Light but might stay on better with the back strap.

[@CamperKev]

Excellent video as always. All of us that have been through blister hell, knows how bad it can be. I sometimes carry a pair of thongs on the outside of my pack, just incase I am forced to walk without the boots, due to blisters. They are also handy around the camp, when a quick trip out and back into the tent is required.

[@flash2mc]

How did the quilt/sleeping bag go in those overnight temps? Again incredible photography, those morning shots with frost on the scrub…just wow!

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸. Nice camping video 🌷🌷

[@OnCountryWithMick]

Don't you just love those blisters. Barefoot is sometimes the best. I love going barefoot where I can simple for that connection and freedom. Beautiful spot mate and those shots when you first climbed out of the tent with the frost were stunning.

[@TheSilentRestorator]

Hello:Nice to meet you.Greetings from Türkiye

[@cassandradalton308]

Sorry bout your feet dude. I wish you a speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing

[@mmmmdeliciousbacon]

Hey Scotty, beautiful video and so scenic, thank you for sharing with us. Do you mind letting us know the brand/design of your hat? I love it, looks like it provides so much shade and protection 😊

[@rkaz]

Trail runners for everything! (except snow) 👍

[@PaulMacDonald-bc2nx]

Yeah Scotty…. Show us how to make your muesli…… looks soo good

[@rikkim4818]

Your poor feet Scotty. U r one tough cookie. Many thanks again for a great video. 😊

[@manikzag]

Much respect. I guess when you're there you can't really bail when you're miles from no-where on foot on your own. Also, good to see the respect for country, both in how you treat it and in acknowledgement.

[@mylonkleven454]

Great upload ..Thank you for sharing ✌🏼❤️

[@AdventureswithWillem]

Sorry about your mat Scotty, but I have had 2 of them. After a while, they get holes in the dimples. Very comfortable, but just don't last. Sea to summit did replace them free of charge, but I've given up and moved on to another brand.

[@roysutherland3107]

Love your content m8 keep it up always watching your new uploads 👌🏽

[@leonwakefield7285]

Thanks Scotty for another great video. 10/10 .😊

[@Burgo718]

Great video Scotty. Nothing more annoying than blisters!

[@hayahayfilms]

Beautiful view😊

[@bootson_au]

Love your vids mate. Inspires me to keep going myself!

[@abelkrishna6631]

Hi mate - really enjoying your content, keep up the great work! I’m a complete newbie to hiking and camping but I’m super keen to get out there, enjoy nature and escape the concrete jungle. I’m a bit stuck on how to get started - in terms of gear and equipment. Your most recent load out video seems super advanced. Do you think you could do a video which explains the minimum you need to get started?

[@MrCashy84]

Try compeed plasters the minute you feel blisters. They work well.

[@SEHUoo]

The struggles and the fact that you dont reveal right away what is going to happen next, will the plan work out or not are adding an extra layer of engagement, I love it! One tip if i may - the blue color in this particular video is too saturated at times. That being said, the quality of the video is amazing! I love the colors, the blues is the only issue that is a bit distracting. Anyway - amazing video, great views and story! Glad to be a patreon ;)

[@RobertCussigh]

Hi Scotty, not sure if you’re just fishing the dry fly on it’s on or not? But if you are then add a dropper of about 2 feet with a nymph underneath it. 80% of a trouts diet is food under the surface of the water and if they’re not looking up they aren’t going to get your dry fly. Depending on water depth you can lengthen or shorten your dropper.

[@Miha-she4fi4tw7x]

Tenks so much🤘 🤠🙏🤝👍super video🎥

[@KhurshidsChannel]

Nice video. Thank you for sharing. 👍

[@dougbeale4847]

Nice looking country side👌

[@HamishHB]

Hey mate. Keen to see how you make the muesli!!

[@meonthetube]

The beauty of the Nalgene bottle is that it can handle boiling water, so great to make a hot water bottle out of it.

[@marionprovan3938]

Thankyou Scotty

[@karenyoung7473]

Love the poisitive attitude.

[@Hindsight_2020__1]

I had the same dramas with an air mattress recently. I feel your pain

[@budget-adventure]

Wow short ep for a weekend away. Still enjoyable man and what what a winter wonderland