To Follow the Crows

[@judithstone-aaen5552]

My husband and I have begun to watch your videos in the past two months, along with other RV videos. To say your postings are a breath of fresh air is an understatement. You add an artist's touch, both in the film and music. You have become our evening entertainment and we are so thankful we found you. Please keep producing these minor masterpieces.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Judith! Always appreciate it when my videos are enjoyed. Happy Travels! SP

[@nancynoname5979]

I loved your video. It literally brought tears to my eyes. A long time ago (over 20 years), when I was licensed by the Michigan DNR for wildlife rehabilitation, my favorite, all-time project was a crow. She was brought to me just as she hatched (she didn’t have her eyes open yet). She looked like an egg with legs..and of course, with a gaping, hungry mouth. As you probably already know, birds imprint when they open their eyes. So, with me being the first thing she saw, I was her mamma. Or the old crow. I NEVER caged her. Our goal as rehibilitator is to rehab to successfully return to the wild. To assure that they will survive, mate and live as they are meant to (which is what I did). I knew her ‘caw’, and she knew mine, no matter how far away she was. Sometimes she’d call me and I would go outside and call her back. She would come and land on me, say, “Helllo,” play and visit a while. She loved to help me garden. She’d steal things and bring them to me. One time she brought me a whole set of keys (I never found the owner). She loved stealing things out of my laundry basket when I was hanging clothes outside (especially socks). I could go on and on about her. Wild animals should never be pets, that was not my goal, but I was her only family for the first two years of her life as she was learning to be a wild crow. Then one day she disappeared for about a year. Then one day I heard her calling me. I went outside. She came, landed on my shoulder, made all her loving coos, squeaks and sounds. Ah, but this time she brought a whole family of crows. They stayed off in the distance. She stayed a bit, then went with her new family. I knew she was saying goodbye. I never saw her again. I missed her terribly (always have, always will), but I knew “Success! She is where she belongs.” That’s my crow story, and it’s a true story. Most people don’t understand how very intelligent and loving they are, but I do..The crow is my ‘kindred spirit’. Always has been. Thank you so much for this wonderful video. It touched my very soul.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hi Nancy, what a beautiful story, thanks for sharing it. Have you ever seen the documentary "Canuck and I"? It's a great movie about a real crow in Vancouver to befriends a human. Thanks! SP

[@s.campbell6394]

Your story made my eyes leak.

[@Michaelw777.52]

Nice story Nancy, thanks for sharing.

[@MEugeneDavis]

I love stories like this. It shows animals have Spirit. They connect with us on a spirit level and strengthen our connection to Spirit. Thank you for this story.

[@cletusvandamme6262]

Awesome. I have never seen such a large gathering of crows and that type of flocking behavior. Once again, I've learned something from Slim. It's always a treat to watch his latest vignette of life on the road, repair and improvisational tutorials, and philosophical musings of a life unencumbered by materialism, scheduled commitments, and the daily grind of urban living. He's also a very competent and accomplished KZbinr!

[@efzapp7]

What a beautiful video! Thanks! You are truly a professional videographer.

[@nancydresser7643]

I am speechless. This is a beautiful, enchanting piece of work that should be seen mainstream. And the music...simply stunning!

[@SlimPotatohead]

A little Christmas present to my viewers. I was tempted to call it "Witness to a Murder" but thought that would just be sleazy click bait ploy. Enjoy the holidays! Slim

[@kawaikui]

I am in awe of your rare talent of putting together such professional nature-inspired productions such as this. This is the day after Christmas and I am so happy to have watched this again. It brought so much peace after the hectic activities of the Season. Mr. Slim, thank you for the time and energy you have taken to entertain and teach us in this 2017. I look forward to more of your beautiful productions in the coming year. May the New Year bring you happiness and peace . . .

[@doriwallis1133]

Thank you, what a lovely gift.

[@cyndifoore7743]

Slim Potatohead not too many people know what that kind of murder this is. I love crows too. There’s a place about 20 miles south of me where occasionally tens of thousands of crows roost in the trees on either side of a 4 lane highway. I’ve seen these gatherings at least 3 times, snd I’m always fascinated. No one I’ve talked to seems to know what is happening to cause them to do this. Thank you for this video.

[@ripplarXRP]

No clickbait is needed to keep me watching your ever so entertaining videos...your poetic narratives and well crafted cinematography are enough to keep my interest, my friend.

[@marklennox2151]

I was told that flocks of hundreds of crows are called a congress.

[@windhorse4straveler647]

Oh, so beautiful. The music was magic.

[@danperreault9966]

agree

[@paulweissich2482]

Crows really are remarkable birds - thanks for sharing your experience!

[@mdtravis1]

Just found this again, thank you Slim. Connecting with crows brings out the best in us...

[@janicemiersma9561]

Breathtaking! Thank you for sharing. Crows are definitely undervalued.

[@mdtravis1]

Wonderful, I love crows...

[@annegolden5909]

Gorgeous footage of crows. Thank you for this one and all of your beautiful videos.

[@dmwtech4495]

Thanks Slim, many people don't like crows, myself, I love them. they can be annoying, but they also very intriguing.

[@freespirit6209]

Wonderful. With talent like yours to enjoy here, who needs the TV, truly? Thank you so much for all the effort to produce this gem!

[@cadude145]

Just wonderful video great background music great story thanks again for a wonderful video.

[@billleland957]

Outstanding! 2 Thumbs up. Your narration was like listening to an audio book, the background music was perfect. Great sunset too. You have a gift. Keep up the great work my friend.

[@camilleolsen]

Your reverence for nature evidenced here makes me feel warm all over. Thank you for this and for encouraging your viewers to respect all life.

[@bamslerc]

Love this video. I go watch the crows come in to roost at night here in Charlottetown at Victoria Park. Thousands come nightly and it is an incredible thing to see and hear.

[@TheBorderRyker]

Corvids are such beautiful, and extremely intelligent birds. What a privilege. Superb quality video.

[@kennyc388]

Slim, National Geographic is calling. Very nicely done video both from a narrative and videographic aspect. Your video quality is very nice. I have crows come to my home daily and I am sure they know kitchen scraps are always available. Sometimes many show up but it is generally about a group of four, and I'm thinking they are old pals. These birds are very smart and very cautious and they are a joy to watch.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Anton. Mine are snowbirds but will return in the spring (I filmed at the end of summer). Hmmm... smart birds!

[@johnd746]

Curious what you did for a living? Your videos are so professionally done, with a lot of creativity, content, and story telling. Most of the people traveling full time trying to earn a living off of you tube can't hold a candle to you. Really enjoy watching them. Glad I found you.

[@danspencer400]

We discovered your videos researching Aliners and is responsible for our continued search for the perfect used Aliner that we can modify to meet our needs. Your modifications and outdoor experiences has encouraged us both. I hope the folks who build Aliners appreciate the promotion you give to their product. Keep up the good work!

[@caldeira99]

Thank you. I loved your thoughtfulness and respect of the Crows. We have land that is surrounded by working farms corn and soy grain. Our land is small yet one of the only sanctuaries for dear birds rabbit and the amazing Crows as well. I love how you see and share the way you see the world. Thank you again for presenting another moment in time, I will visit again and again. ;-)

[@scottsladeadventures1102]

Very nice. My older son walked in and thought I was watching The Walking Dead. That Sir is a Cinematic compliment. 😎

[@jeffsten1]

Were full timers Ut when we lived full time in Minnesota we has a few feeders out and every time I was out to fill them the chickadees would land on my head and wait till I filled the feeders. Was so cool!

[@DesertDog8989]

I now understand you. What a blessing!

[@nancywolfe1983]

That was an excellent crow video, Slim. Great music too.

[@nancynoname5979]

Thank you. I’ll be sure to check out the documentary. Just one more little tidbit about ‘Squeeker’. I moved to Western North Carolina shortly after I got her. I went to all the neighbors (for about a mile) to make sure they knew about her (in case she decided to land on anyone ..which she did). She befriended EVERYBODY! Honestly, because of her intelligence, love ...and antics, she even reformed a few (who used to shoot crows for target practice). She’d make her rounds, call them out, play with them, even help them garden (dig up sweet potatoes). They gave her all kinds of treats. If they didn’t see her for a couple of days, they’d call me, all worried, wondering if she was okay. Isn’t that something!

[@vivienne6004]

Just found you yesterday and subscribed. I love Crows, I feed them every day in my backyard. Read books and came to admire their intelligence. In fact, I am here at my computer in full view of them eating their daily rations. Thanks, looking forward to watch your videos of my favorite place in the world, Arizona. Be there in late Feb, can't wait, 48 more days

[@herbhofmann7441]

Well done! I’ve always loved crows-even daydreaming of having one as a pet. A coworker of mine once had a very tame crow land on the arm of his lawn chair. It also rode on top of his lawn mower. I tried not to be to jealous!

[@AlGritzmacher]

Wow! I thought I was watching National Geographic or Discovery Channel. Well done. Despite Alfred Hitchcock's best efforts, I've always appreciated and been fascinated by crows, not afraid. One of the smartest wildlife creatures out there.

[@MEugeneDavis]

Hawks are another bird I like to watch. They mate for life. So when you see a pair circling and playing on the currents, they are using the wind currents to dance with each other.

[@jessiejanetgleasonhaworth45]

Really enjoyed this docrowmentary! Beautiful shots, and wonderful storytelling! Really appreciated this.

[@elisabethseeger5837]

I have lived near big river valleys in a couple of places and the crows descend into the valleys around dinner time and settle into the tall trees near the river for the night. In the morning they fly back up out of the valley and disperse accross the higher areas toward shopping centers, lakes and waterways, to hunt for food all day. They seem to do this daily and the flyovers can be thousands of birds. they especially like people food and road kill and seeds and marine bits and pieces and are smart birds.

[@lensnider2653]

I have been a crow-watcher since boyhood. Their astonishing flight skills are equaled by very few avians. Well done, Slim.

[@stellarhodes4162]

Wow - another stunningly beautiful video

[@halfdome86]

Terrific job. Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@herdfan697278]

Outstanding in every way!

[@christinenielsen3889]

Nice work Slim, I am glad that I found you. Very beautiful and relaxing.

[@oldcrow6990]

Thank you for taking us on this corvid adventure! Crow and raven are two favorites for me. Your videos are amazing! I'm having fun meeting you late in the game, because there's so much to watch on your channel! Thank you very much.

[@kenarsenault4871]

Great video. Lots of crows at our house. Merry Christmas.

[@lindahenderson840]

This is so well made Slim just had to watch it again thanks so much

[@skipdippity]

Honestly....You send this to the nature channel, I bet they would air it..! That was very good..!!

[@ImsunaSong-gw2gs]

Marvelous!!❤

[@Michaelw777.52]

Loved this, thanks. You have a gift for the videos you make.

[@lonanakken1688]

I imagine them gathering to share their day before finding their perch for the night. Awesome video!

[@briannab5296]

Slim, I love seeing the world thru your eyes.... 😍

[@phylbeeme2476]

Wonderful work. Thank you.

[@stevefigueroa6716]

You are a marvelous story teller. The videography is equally good as is your choice of music. Carry on my friend.

[@loritowne-culver2506]

Awesome thank you

[@marioonorato8542]

Thank you for all the hard work that goes into your wonderful videos. Merry Christmas to you.

[@celinescrappassion2184]

I always enjoy your videos Slim! So well done, just like watching a documentary with beautiful music and good narration as well!

[@michellebevans3847]

I can't get enough of your videos. This was beautifully done. You have such a gift as a narrator and film maker. Keep them coming! From a Sask fan!

[@oldfisherman5112]

Some how I missed this video. In your recent video about noisy neighbors you meeting this and I had to find it. Great video... Thank you.

[@odeannehartnett2538]

You must have sat still a long time for those wonderful clips! Loved them all...

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

Wow...very nice. Thanks

[@DerrynEHahn-ir2jv]

Beautiful photography

[@madeinmichigan6773]

AMAZING!! THANK YOU! 😊

[@dmcdaniel2009]

That was totally fascinating and what a WONDERFILLED gift!!!! Bravo, Bravo. I love all your videos, mostly I watch them on tv and i have no idea how to like and comment on it. My laptop allows me to comment and like. Thanks for all you do, and for sharing it with all of us other potatoheads! = : )

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks D! Seemed my crows video was flying under the radar since its release, glad some are now appreciating it! SP

[@oceanbrzzz]

Wonderful choice of music for this outstanding video. Witness to a murder, indeed!

[@anniebee6215]

Beautiful video! Hey, that looks like a sasquatch teepee!

[@ST-xc3qw]

Love your videos. Great photography and always tastefully done

[@theresadupuis8475]

I love the crows. What a beautiful Video 💗

[@billping2633]

slim happy new year. THANK YOU

[@goldygirl5227]

Absolutely wonderful thank you

[@dadams19111]

Wow, excelllant. You always amaze and captivate your audience.

[@teddyjakeddy975]

Two movies came to mind, The Birds and The Forrest.

[@JD-vb5ib]

Thought I had seen all your vids! Just discovered this one and it is EXCELLENT; as all your stuff! My Grandpa had a pet crow that could speak a dozen or more words...

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks J D, not many noticed this one. Glad you liked it! SP

[@sharonolsen6579]

Outstanding video .. on all levels ! Stunning imagery .. Thoughtful, insightful narration with a tone and cadence so easy to listen to .. Of particular interest as crows are some of my favorite 'people' .. : ) You did them proud with this one ... exceptionally well done !

[@chrislonsberry4571]

Great music in this video!

[@JJs-ClassC-Adventures]

Great video. So soothing on this busy day. I am a bird watcher and have many birds enjoying Christmas breakfast, lunch and dinner at my house.

[@danmenzel7229]

Neat, Slim! Ravens are fun to watch, too. More solitary, though.

[@cia1204]

Wonderful!

[@waynemazan7485]

Slim, great job I love crows and talk to mine every day

[@pagewhite61]

Oh gosh, I love this one! I saw a really neat program on crows some years back that explores their use of tools and provides evidence that they can tell the difference between various humans. It’s fascinating. I can’t remember the name of it but I bet if you google you can find it. They are really cool birds. Thank you.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Probably "the Nature of Things"by Dr David Suzuki. One of my favorite shows. SP

[@rrr_rozell7992]

Beautiful

[@mrdave22]

it was like a nat geo vid on crows. well done

[@peanutcircuit]

Thank you, Slim for this beautiful video! Love the music too. Stay safe!

[@beckybarrett5783]

My favorite of the many bird species. I recently saw a documentary on them. They actually remember different human faces, so its a good bet the ones from your neighborhood recognized you. Great vid. Thx.

[@Michaelw777.52]

I saw a video like this too. They know good humans from bad humans by their faces and tell each other. They did a study on this using masks, quite fascinating. Highly intelligent birds. If I were a bird - I'd be a crow.

[@HL09128]

Great music choices for this video, Slim!

[@markhosbach9420]

That was nice, made me feel good. You have a gift, Slim. Thanks for sharing it.

[@jerrydensmore2887]

What a beautiful video. I enjoyed that so much. Thanks for sharing my friend. I too shall share it.

[@robinengland5799]

Very interesting video, well made! Thanks for sharing !

[@lisadittrick6111]

I often see them heading a certain direction at a certain time (based on the sun?) and asked many a person, where do they go? Well done Slim, thought I would never get an answer!

[@vonrollveeg]

Imaginative, creative and well executed! Thanks!

[@coxm001]

That was magical. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@susanstrickland6774]

What an amazingly beautiful video. Truly enjoyed it. TY. Merry Christmas. 👍

[@sweetheartmastiffs6661]

Another great one!

[@joharmon2148]

Love this video

[@angelanosler946]

Fun video, Thank you!

[@tagaumaalva6342]

Another awesome video.

[@energymaven]

That was fabulous.

[@bonzig54]

Very nice video and musical score, perfect with it. Well done.

[@fil79]

Awesome video Slim! Glad to be of help with the music. Merry Christmas! 😀🎄🎁🎄☺

[@elflordsjourneys]

Very nice,would like to see you do more of this kind.😀

[@zenandink3531]

Wow-that was beautiful! Thank you so much-I always wonder where they go for the night in my own neck of the woods!...I’m really enjoying your videos!! Wonderful and full of beauty!

[@danawright3099]

Thank you, another fine job. Was kind of erie. Enjoyed it.

[@LoveMtDulcimerMusic]

Spectacular sight and sound!

[@billbo1636]

Very nice, thanks! Nicely done. Always had an affinity for the crow/ravens; especially after i watched them chase off a hawk that was harassing my chickens. They watch after things :)

[@touchnova]

Thoughtful and well made, thanks for sharing Slim.