3-Day FLOODED RIVER Paddle/Camp! 18.1 Subscriber Trip

[@williamk1452]

Dude!! what you have created with all your vids and untold hours, Is Awesome!!! The community that has assembled because of your efforts is surely appreciated by everyone it touches. GOOD ON YOU!!!

[@TripSmith]

Thanks William! Yes, the hours are untold.... I'm glad I don't keep track of them... lol I'm very grateful for each and ever person who watches and helps support the channel and the goal of inspiring others to Get Out There. Thanks for being part of it!

[@kayakpacking3174]

We are glad you are all back safe. Looks like y'all had a great time but I don't think anyone is surprised by that with a host like Trip!

[@TripSmith]

Meeeee tooo! Although I wouldn't mind still being there and safe.... It sure was a great time and everyone loved the shirts! I hope folks give tall a visit and get a load of what all there is over at kayakpacking.co !

[@bradentonsale]

Adam and Josh... Looked like fun brotha's.

[@TripSmith]

Ha! Good dudes!

[@lennart7791]

super cool video. I like it if the videos are as long as this one.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks! They just end up whatever length everything fits into ;)

[@jervishorton7372]

Iam a Big Bro about to buy my 1st paddle board. But its good to see some big 280 plus guys in kayaks.

[@TripSmith]

Hey, I've seen the Big Bro's on SUP's too ;) Hope you enjoy it!

[@rachelleforeman4355]

What fun!!!! Never leave out your taste testings.....those are the best! As always LOVE your videos Trip! :)

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoy the taste testings... I enjoy the food aspect of life lol Thanks Rachelle!

[@DanBronk]

I love it you are the most positive person on the internet

[@TripSmith]

Haha! Just having a good time Dan... Why be anything but positive? A try to be that way as much as possible.

[@chadpomes8983]

That's actually my knife. I lost it under the palm tree right next to the river. We actually used the palm tree for our hammocks. Take care of it please! It was one of my favorites

[@TripSmith]

Ha! Small world Chad! It's a nice one. If you want it back just let me know. Or I''ll just thank you if I use it in another video lol

[@viz.on7]

Cool video Trip, I glad you guys had fun. Oh man, the dude with the sofa.... killed me! Brilliant :D

[@TripSmith]

It was a blast! Yea, Anthony was a character! Good times...

[@ilikeitwhenitssunny7067]

Best video you’ve done

[@robertlee3020]

Looked like a good trip with some fun people I think I need something like this

[@TripSmith]

It sure was Robert! I need another ;)

[@Ryan_Odyssey]

Oh man oh man, this video is making my itch to paddle even worse!! weather has been terrible for almost three weeks now. All the rivers have been high and the coast/Gulf has thunderstorms almost daily. As much as I like summer, I'm almost ready to skip ahead to the dry season!

[@Ryan_Odyssey]

Looked like y'all were getting it though! Current seemed to be moving.

[@TripSmith]

Oh yea man, still able to Get Out There even if it's not the best conditions. That often makes the most memorable trips anyhow....

[@CMRWoodworks]

That inflatable EZ-chair is awesome.

[@TripSmith]

Yea, got a kick out of that thing the whole weekend lol

[@adamkutt2704]

Had such a great time, ready to do it again.

[@TripSmith]

Me too Adam! Thanks for joining in on the fun!

[@bobmcelroy7289]

Oh yeah, the big "tarantula" was maybe a "wolf" spider? Big, dark, hairy, and faster than a blaze of lightning...

[@TripSmith]

Who knows? I didn't see it so it could have been a camel spider lol

[@decapolis01]

It sucks the water was up and it makes the trip extremely fast but it looks like you all had fun. It was cool seeing all the different rigs and gear everyone had. I loved that guys recliner! Thanks for sharing.

[@TripSmith]

Yea, it was still a good trip... Ha! That chair was pretty funny.... glad you enjoyed it Charles!

[@decapolis01]

@@TripSmith I just watched this again 2 years later, stuck at home on Memorial Day weekend. It was just as good the second time. What a great trip yall had!

[@rivernole]

Time for 18.2 planning. Sorry i missed you going by my house....

[@TripSmith]

Sure is! I need to be figuring that out... Hate we missed you too!

[@musicequalslife40]

Trip! This is definitely my favorite adventure of yours so far! You're awesome, man! Thank you for the inspiration to get OUT THERE

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoyed it Jake! Hope you do make it happen and Get Out There!!!

[@musicequalslife40]

Trip Smith Yessir!! Subscriber trip 18.2 has my name ALL over it! :)

[@dismaldog]

great location!-the best subscriber trip so far

[@TripSmith]

It certainly was a great spot with some good folks!

[@michaelmarshall609]

Great adventure Mick from down under

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Mick!!!

[@bwherring99]

Awesome! Have training at fire dept tonight but I know what I'll be doing when I get home.

[@TripSmith]

Have fun training.... lol Enjoy!

[@gerrincon6906]

Looks like a lot of fun!

[@TripSmith]

It was a lot of good times for sure!

[@bobmcelroy7289]

Loved the video! But my favorite part was .... yeah, that part! And a good time was had by all!

[@TripSmith]

Lol Glad you enjoyed it Bob, a good time was certainly had by all...

[@TheNinjaEveryDay]

Great video!

[@TripSmith]

Thankya Ninja!

[@larryguy8606]

The park is looking nice. I used to run around there for lunch when I was at Chipola {the school}. A whole lot of years ago.

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! This whole river is pretty nice honestly... Love paddling around there.

[@mikegrimes2836]

What you stepped on was called a cicada my friend (si.kay.duh.) they have a cycle which they breed up here in Missouri and when it's their time to mate they come out in millions. Harmless. But LOUD! nice video man!

[@TripSmith]

Ahhhh Gotcha! Thanks for the info!

[@rickydavid2731]

Trip tip... you can use you water bottle as a 4oz measuring device. If your water bottle is a 20 oz use an eyeball of about a fifth of it. Or if it is a 24oz use about a sixth of it.... just an idea

[@TripSmith]

Good thinking! Thanks.

[@Mike-ew9zn]

Great job on the video! Enjoyed it.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Mike! Glad to hear that!

[@RussellVineyard]

Fun stuff. I'm gearing up to go on my first kayak camping adventure.

[@TripSmith]

It sure was Russell! How cool! Have a good time Out There!

[@fbenton2]

I love when your new videos pop up I can’t wait to watch!!

[@TripSmith]

Glad to hear it man. ENJOY!!!!

[@Calamiti999Fine]

You go ahead & rock it with living la vida loca on the dog food, we’ll stay over in the middle lane with hydrated Packit Gourmets & Jiffy-Pop....but I’ll hit that like & score you “E” for Effort & Excellent videos. Thanks Trip

[@TripSmith]

Ha! Sometimes you've got to step out of the norm and have a little fun ;) Thanks for the Like!!!! Glad you enjoyed it Allyson!

[@sandrajackson7929]

OMG...does the guy cooking popcorn have a blow-up chair? I need to know more about this, lol!

[@TripSmith]

Yes he did! He was a unique one! Cool dude

[@Don-he2zx]

Sure enjoy your videos. Looked like a great time.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Don! It definitely was!

[@SalineScott]

Looked like a very fun trip. That Krave jerky is he bomb.

[@TripSmith]

Sure was Scott! And yes, that jerky was pretty nice..... I need them to sponsor me with a years supply of jerky.... lol

[@dannywhitlock8309]

Hi,Trip 👊🏻👊🏻👍🏻 Awesome subscriber paddle / camp river adventure, good times on the water 👊🏻. I enjoyed watching your adventure video, beautiful scenery and finding some cool springs, the river was a little high and murky. Thanks for sharing, I look forward to seeing your next ( Out There ) adventure, enjoy and have a Great week !!! Danny

[@TripSmith]

Much appreciated Danny! It was certainly good times! Even though it wasn't the best of conditions, we made the best of it. Take care!

[@dannywhitlock8309]

Trip Smith 👍🏻 Thanks Trip !!!

[@tylerw1418]

From Snapchat to KZbin what a great day lol. Keep it up trip. I'm the helicopter spray guy.

[@TripSmith]

Yes sir! Thanks man, I appreciate the comment bud.

[@rekoobnad187]

Looks like y’all had a blast. I have to get back out there on the yak. Been spending time under the water. Need to get back on top of the water once in awhile.

[@TripSmith]

We did no doubt have a good time Dan! Do it man! Get Out There!

[@TheMrJoeMac]

Nice little trip. I live in South Carolina. Charleston area. Some nice rivers here. Maybe I can manage to make it to one of these subscriber events, or even have yall come this way sometime.

[@TripSmith]

I think sometime in the future I will be traveling for some subscriber trips.... Maybe up your way and you can join in Joe!

[@TheMrJoeMac]

Sounds great.Thanks for replying Trip. I would not mind showing you around. I have a huge house on the golf couse. Near me I have the Edisto River, Ashley River, Four Holes Swamp. These places are great for finding fossil sharks teeth, many other types of fossils. Lots a good fishing. Some of the revolutionary war and civil war took place on this rivers. It can be real fun when you come up on a nice rope swing someone left up. Good camping and some state parks off the rivers. We have some beautiful old plantations you can stop at. Two local rivers go through the oldest, old growth cypres forest try still untouched. Lots of fun. Anyhow, the offer is there to Get out there.

[@atrueearthling4326]

Just found your channel yesterday, cant stop watching. Bro were can I get some of that deer in that form from.? That's awesomeness 👌🏽

[@michaelo1907]

looks like a blast

[@TripSmith]

No doubt it was!

[@johnnyb395]

Chipola is a great river...Ive done it when the caves were completely under water! Also done it when it was lower and had the beautiful clear/green color..it's fun at any wayer level!

[@johnnyb395]

you also must paddle Spring Creek which flows into it...crystal clear and cold!

[@TripSmith]

Yep, it's a great river. I've been on spring creek many times, it's a good one too.

[@Ryan_Odyssey]

johnnyb395 - Any recommended outfitters nearby that can shuttle? We've shuttled ourselves before, but living a couple hours away, it would be nice to take just one vehicle. On our last visit, the one outfitter I looked up beforehand was closed for the season, hence we shuttled ourselves.

[@johnnyb395]

Bearpaw Outfitters...located right across from the bridge putin approx 9 miles below Caverns State Park

[@johnnyb395]

He's mainly busy running tubers up Spring Creek but I have used him when I had only one vehicle.

[@jamesireland9188]

I have to find people here in Massachusetts to do stuff like this . Seems like so much fun mayne sometime i will

[@TripSmith]

Find em! Check Facebook paddling groups ;)

[@daretoadventure9429]

Awesome trip I watched twice!!! Subs are so entertaining keep up the great content god bless brother!!

[@TripSmith]

So cool man! Yes, they certainly are entertaining!

[@kysser111]

Love it bro always make me smile! went camping within a week of one of your vids! love it! keep being you bro!

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Kyle! That's great man, glad you are able to Get Out There! I'll keep on bud, thanks!

[@MommyEtc2]

Loved it!

[@TripSmith]

Glad to hear it Peggy. Thanks!

[@donshrimper4359]

im gonna give u the like at the begining cause were going horse shue crabbin for the lab on this high tide ,so i got to go

[@TripSmith]

Haha! Good luck Don and thanks for the LIKE!!!! Get you some good eatin!

[@277toby]

Another great video!

[@TripSmith]

Much appreciated toby!

[@FishingwithCristina]

thank you for making the videos I really enjoy all of them I want to see the one where you're making the granola bar of haven't seen that one

[@TripSmith]

You're welcome Cristina! You should watch it.... Those bars are awesome! and easy....

[@lloydmcgriff98]

Y`All Are Awesome. Thank You All. =) again. =)

[@TripSmith]

Yes sir!

[@cup_and_cone]

Note to self: No river trips right after tropical system, haha. Had to look it up: The Chipola River at US-90 on June 1/2/3 averaged 10.5ft high and was *discharging 1400 cu.ft./sec of water!* The high discharge is what makes it murky (river height markers are kind of misleading). On your Chipola trip in November the discharge was only 250 ft3/s at a height of 5.5ft. Quite an experience, though. I am impressed how well the river handles the rain!

[@TripSmith]

Haha! Yea.... This one was already kinda set in stone so it was going to be tough to cancel it. It really wasn't to bad like I was thinking it was going to be. We still had a blast but it would have been more enjoyable at 5.5'....

[@roymandrell8517]

Dog food ...LOL! ...great vid as always!

[@TripSmith]

Yea lol Glad you liked it Roy!

[@jaydinmoore3615]

Your awesome man!!!

[@TripSmith]

Just having a good time Jaydin!

[@ubieltiburon8113]

good times! amigo

[@TripSmith]

Sure was amigo! Gracias!

[@michaelostendorf5411]

I cant sleep in a hammock im a stomach sleeper! Looked like a fun trip.

[@TripSmith]

Ah, that's no good lol However you sleep, just Get Out There. It was!

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

Don't feel bad, I can only sleep on my side. So, its tent camping for me.

[@michaelostendorf5411]

Larry Talbot there is nothing wrong with that at all I love my tent 😃

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

I love my tent too, but sometimes I wish I could try other things.

[@michaelostendorf5411]

Easton really maybe I'll try it some time and torture myself 😂. What happens if there are no trees?

[@FishingwithCristina]

Were you using your phone on the tip of your paddle board and how do you have it grip on

[@TripSmith]

Yes, it was on a small tripod then connected with a Gear Tie to the front carry handle. I hope to be getting a different board in the future with actual mounts on it for cameras and such.... Here is the little tripod that I've grown to love so much - amzn.to/2Mne9Vd

[@Jocx12]

Aquamarina 2018 iSUP have a action cam mount in the front of the board....check them out.....kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHeZi2CAnbd0pNE

[@FishingwithCristina]

LOL I thought you said screaming chicken and then I had to go back and you said Kickin Chicken

[@TripSmith]

lol Yep, Kicken Chicken. Goooood stuff!

[@russtay]

Hey dude, love the vids. A great vid editing protip - for every edit, you want to hear the clip, before you see the clip. So start the audio 1 to .5 second (play with it) before the actual video starts. That'll take your vids to the next level and give them a professional feel, like what you see on TV.

[@TripSmith]

Hey thanks Russell! Gotcha, I think I understand what you are saying. I'll give it a try and see what it's like. Thanks!!!

[@ntj030885]

Man I’m really getting into these videos. And I see your on that Isup again. Man I’ve got to get one of these. I’m hoping to save enough to get one by next summer. There a little pricey I found out.

[@TripSmith]

That's great to hear Nick! Yea, I'm really really digging the ISUPs.... Some are pricey yes. You can get a great one for around $800 but still get decent ones for $600. They are worth it!

[@limitbassfishing2733]

If by chance the person who had the Ascend 12t/128t reads this, how was it paddling that tank on the trip?

[@TripSmith]

Haha, no fun on that joker....

[@turtlefootoutdoors6324]

That float look like a blast can I get some put in and take out points

[@TripSmith]

It was Michael! We put in at hwy 166 and took out at Lamb Eddie landing. Good float!

[@phyophyoster]

Thank for the video. Feel like so much fun. But, I don’t know about Florida. How do you guys make awareness of Alligators while sleeping at night? Thanks.

[@TripSmith]

You're welcome! It was a great time! Ah, the gators don't mess with people really. They are more scared of people than anything....

[@marcrosbourgh9086]

Those caves at C. 3:00 min are locally known as “The Ovens”.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks for the info Marc! They are pretty cool that's for sure.

[@Christianwarrior2014]

Awesome video brother! New sub here. Take care!

[@TripSmith]

Thankya David! I appreciate you watching and subbing as well man. You do the same and I'll cya in the next adventure ;)

[@DanBronk]

Jeez man .... there was so much gear ... even an easy chair and a big BBq ... how did you guys carry all of that stuff?

[@TripSmith]

Haha! Yea there was quite a bit. Surprisingly no one really overloaded their kayaks..... Some of them were certainly heavier than others though lol

[@beauturner5755]

When you film with your S7 are you using the camera that faces away from you or the one facing you so you can see your screen?

[@TripSmith]

I'm using both. It depends on if I'm filming myself or not. The selfie cam isn't as good as the front facing so I try to use it when I can. But it's not near as wide angle as the selfie cam.

[@meganpalmer1104]

YALL SHOULDA CAUGHT SOME OF THOSE MULLIT TO EAT...THEY R YUMMY

[@TripSmith]

Yea.... Would have been nice!

[@TallapoosaOutdoorAdventures]

Awesome man!!! Hahaha good times!

[@TripSmith]

It sure was good times! Thanks for being part of it ;)

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

Will you be posting any of your own footage from this trip?

[@TallapoosaOutdoorAdventures]

Larry Talbot Absolutely. Coming soon!

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

Oh, that's great news. I barely noticed you in Trip's video. I imagine you are busy like all of us working and juggling family life and trying to edit in in your spare time. I'll be looking forward to it!

[@TallapoosaOutdoorAdventures]

I see Mike D @10:10 lol.....

[@lloydmcgriff98]

Great Trip Y`All !!! ***cheers*** =) AWESOME !!!!! Thanks Everyone !!!! =)

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Lloyd! It was a great time!

[@lloydmcgriff98]

Much Respect to Each and Every One. All Cool. All Good. Very nice to see such ``Kick @$$ Outdoorsmen`` Well equipped & Comfortable ``Out There `` ***woot*** =)

[@mrjt1223]

Is kayakpacking.com the website? I can’t find it and the link does not seem to work either.

[@derekwhite3355]

Hey there, it's kayakpacking.co (no m)

[@TripSmith]

It's actually kayakpacking.co The link didn't work because I had to many extra characters on it. It's working now, thanks for letting me know!

[@livebait9666]

Haha who were you guys talking about from Maine?

[@TripSmith]

Ummmm, not sure?

[@livebait9666]

Trip Smith Ha ha it’s all good I just heard the dude with the beard say it in the background so I was wondering if you guys knew people from here

[@dohman76]

So after an extended trip with many hours on the inflatable, what is your opinion on them?

[@TripSmith]

I love em! Going to be tough getting away from them I'm afraid. I've got a bit nicer one headed to the house in the mail to try out. It's a bit never that will be easier to film on, will be a bit faster, lighter, stiffer and be better for longer distances and sleeping onboard. More coming soon on this but I think they may be the way to go for most people...

[@dohman76]

Awesome. Thanks for the update!!

[@jnava121]

the board loses pressure a bit everytime u connect the hose .5 psi or so . inflate to 1 psi more than you like

[@TripSmith]

Sure does....

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

To everyone reading this that went on the 18.1 trip: I've said this before, but its hard to find these alternate videos, unless viewers are aware of your channels. Some of the smaller channels get passed up. For instance, I didn't not know about Tallapoosa Angler (geez, I hope I spelled that right!) being on the 17.2 trip until he mentioned it in a reply last year. (Check out his channel BTW!) So post your channel links here, so everyone will know where the alternate videos are and where you find them! Trip, if you are reading this, maybe you should post any other videos in the links from now on? My only hope is that they give you proper credit and ad a link to your channel here, so everyone will benefit from it!

[@TripSmith]

Good idea Larry! When someone posts one I'll add it to the description. Thanks!

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

Just doing my part Trip. Every little bit helps!

[@ngrecords]

You have to try saco river NewHamshare

[@TripSmith]

I'd love to! Hopefully in the future the channel with grow enough where I will have the time and resources it takes to travel to more distant and awesome places to paddle. One day...

[@nonincornito6711]

That food is warm ?

[@TripSmith]

Huh? Which food? Sometimes I can just eat stuff cold lol

[@MarksOutdoorAdventures]

Do you always bring a pump on your trips.

[@TripSmith]

Nope this was the only time ;) No need for them, the inflatables are tough

[@scottwalker7101]

i just found your channel pretty cool you like yaking at the chipola river im like 30 minutes from it and float down it alot

[@TripSmith]

Glad you found the channel Scott! Yea man, I love the Chipola! Great paddle spot...

[@mikkelcronberg976]

Great video! Just feel like it can quickly become quite a long one.. maybe shorten it 15 to 20 min?

[@TripSmith]

Thanks! Well, I feel like I couldn't possibly cut out any more that I already have...

[@mikkelcronberg976]

All good man.. still a fantastic video👍 dont know many youtubers who can make time feel like passing so quickly

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

What happened to Kayak USA? I thought he was the class clown.

[@TripSmith]

He was coming originally but had some family stuff to take care off that kept him home. Maybe the next trip?

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

I sure understand that, we all have family problems sometimes.

[@TripSmith]

Yep, it happens....

[@brandonwhite5105]

Don’t venomous snakes float? And non venomous snakes “sink”?

[@TripSmith]

I think I've heard that....

[@donshrimper4359]

trip we dont eat horse shue crabs ,we catch them for a lab in charlestown and they bleed them and then we p[ut them back live,i aint sure what they do with the blood,but i know what i get paid per crab to catchem

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! Pretty interesting....

[@opticalriot]

55 min... let me get a bag of chips

[@TripSmith]

Ha! Hope you enjoyed it, and the chips too...

[@austinwayne9390]

Why can’t felons be recorded?

[@TripSmith]

Lol no reason, I guess it was just funny to say. Maybe someone could be looking for him and spot him on the video?

[@JourneysTravels]

Is your wife at home taking care of your 2 boys while you are on all of these multi-day adventures? Not much fun for her ...

[@TripSmith]

Some of the time, yes she is. Most of my adventures (except subscriber trips) are during the week so that it's easier on her and I don't miss time with her or the boys when they are in school and she is at work. If I am going to be gone on a weekend, which is rare, we try to line up a grandparent or someone to help out. They enjoy taking care of my oldest since I kinda like to have him home with me so they don't get the opportunity a bunch.

[@dusbus2384]

Trespass much?

[@TripSmith]

Well, it's God's country in the end aint it? lol

[@elenaleahey9121]

Wanted to like it because the Chipola is home. But I have to dislike because you are part of the problem on the river. There's no public camping in Calhoun County, where you camped your last leg of the trip. And being a landowner on the river and frequently having to deal with trespassers (mostly touristy kayakers), you're a nuisance. It's not the locals who trespass, it's people like you. Tourists on their kayaks and floats who have no respect for laws and property owners. Posted land or unposted, if it's not state land or you have permission, stay off it.

[@TripSmith]

You're right, I didn't have permission that second night. I am always very careful and respectful to any land I set foot on, private or public. Can't argue with you.

[@elenaleahey9121]

Trip Smith then you're not always anything. You can't carefully and respectfully trespass.

[@bigvon6072]

Elena get over yourself. I own a home on the gulf but I do not believe I should chase off all people enjoying my beach. If they were being obnoxious I would handle it or get the authorities. Maybe you should look at yourself in a mirror and see if you like who you see.