V21E2: From Mount St Helens, to Adams, to Rainier

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

Tip, when turning over a rock, pull it towards you exposing the ground under the rock away from you. That way should there be any unwanted reptiles or critters, their way of escape is away from you. In Moab, that may not be a problem, but on trails less traveled, a nice practice. Loved this episode, thanks for sharing.

[@Dwealdric]

Great suggestion. I need to start doing this.

[@EnjoyYourUniverse]

I’m really digging the music, Chris. It really sets the mood.

[@venture4wd]

Thank you! It certainly adds complexity to the edit but I do feel like some scenes need a little something (sometimes to cover up copyright background music or awkward silence!).

[@ericcarlson3461]

Sasquatch didn’t want you driving up that road! Great episode

[@StefanoKlironomos]

you do such a great job with your filming and your down to earth narrating - I do miss Orangie :)

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

HI CHRIS 👋 BREATHTAKING CAMPSITES ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 🙏 😀

[@venture4wd]

Thank you! You too!

[@hughwolfe1176]

Chris thank you for taking me along, always enjoyable wherever you venture… The Revel seems to be a fairly capable vehicle, not as much as Orangie, but considering it’s height it does pretty good… Will be nice to have Shannon back for the adventures… Stay safe.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Chris, I just love your adventures! I feel like I’m right there with you sometimes! Don’t ever stop exploring!

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

Chris, two words of advice: "Battery Chainsaw".

[@rustyharvey3481]

Best video of the year so far

[@ffreewave]

Chris, you have an amazing ability to find some fantastic campsites. Diet 4/10... but I am sure that will improve when Shannon arrives... have a great week together.😊

[@venture4wd]

Thank you very much! Diet almost certainly improves with Shannon around ❤️

[@cherny1111]

I have to say Chris I'm loving the addition of subtle music to your latest videos. Very tasteful choices that compliment your videos perfectly. Adventure on!

[@bz988]

❤ your video Sir.

[@katehutto6004]

Will miss your vlogs but so happy for you and Shannon to have a vacation together! Enjoy.

[@1heathoh]

Hi Chris! This was a stellar masterpiece of footage!! I live in South Carolina and have never been to the Pacific Northwest and appreciate you taking me there. Thank you and travel safely!

[@scottymac5174]

So many built Sprinter vans driving around here daily. Rich, young, surfer kids. It's refreshing to see a Sprinter actually Sprinting!

[@search4truth104]

Some great shots in this episode. You find some great spots, unbelievable that one spot was empty when the campground down the road was chock full.

[@josephinegibbs3902]

Our family's favorite bee sting remedy is activated charcoal and aloe vera gel. Just mix up a dab that is about the consistency of toothpaste and mound it on the sting. Cover with one of those large bandages that has adhesive on all four sides. Leave it on for a few hours. Relief is almost instant and healing time is reduced by days. Loving this trip. Thanks for sharing. I'll be sure to watch the rest of the trip in September!

[@ferlottes]

Adventure like in the old days !!!

[@chrismv102]

Chris, so great to see you back at it.

[@SnowDogsVlogs]

STUNNING footage! I loved this! Thanks for taking us along! I LOVE volcanos!!

[@modulate72]

Absolutely beautiful. And the pace of the video, perfect.

[@robmagu65]

As always, stunning photography.

[@gornoman]

The reason I subscribed is at 3:45. Another great vlog, Chris. Thankx.

[@Lindsy041]

I love your photos their beautiful and sharp your adventures are nice very interesting

[@treaddirt]

Welcome home, my home-live about 60 miles north of Seattle. Enjoy your adventures here. I was at Mt. Rainier a week ago hiking above Paradise.

[@AlaskaRog]

Nice video, Chris. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest so it’s nice to see you in familiar country. Safe travels, Rog

[@JoshEbersole]

That campsite by the creek looked amazing.

[@rgknowlton1]

16:01 Looks like Endor, of course.

[@gilbertarnold8666]

Great video thank you!

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Chris Shontz!! You’re a legend!

[@andy_an_outdoors_guy]

Its true in the off-season up here - it gets *much* less busy - I like coming to Gifford Pinchot year round - rain or shine - the moody atmosphere is abundant :)

[@frstesiste7670]

Beautiful images and fantastic area. Remember staying one night in Packwood (who came up with that name) for resupply from when hiking the PCT.

[@offroadexcitement0211]

Electric chain saw wouldn't be a bad idea. You need GLOVES for sure. Great video as usual. 🤙

[@Whiskyncigars]

What an awesome spot!!! Love the sound of river water!

[@taurota1554]

awesome as always.thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@Whiskyncigars]

I also have to agree with the community - The footage was spectacular here. Just so wonderfully captured!

[@swikfors]

I always love it when you head to the PNW.

[@pnwusa]

pnw is gorgeous. thanks for sharing! enjoy shannon and your adventures. continued travel mercies and blessings.

[@cnoskoff]

Chris, don’t forget about Mt.Baker on your tour of volcanos! I live directly below the mountain and know the area well. Let me know if we can show you around the backroads, point out some remote campsites or good coffee. Aim for Glacier, WA.

[@bertkelly7650]

I put my 4wd Ram to the test last campout. Went down a pretty knarly down hill trail with side shear drops. 1st time in 4 low trying out the decent feature set to 2.5 mph. Worked like a champ. Thanks for your video!

[@1heathoh]

Thanks!

[@venture4wd]

Wow thank you so much!

[@WolfOverland]

Winnebago wheel lift!!!!!❤❤

[@STinGa157]

Another great video with super scenery. Thanks!

[@AirsDream]

Have I missed it … any talk about your Starlink setup would be useful.

[@JohnDoe-xm9ql]

Pacific North West Yes yes

[@trentdavey779]

Love our electric Stihl chainsaw. Makes quick work of those dead-fall’s. Great video!

[@kevinharmon5185]

Sounds great

[@krisg3984]

You never seem to run into any bears 🐻, just happy-go-lucky That lake was idyllic 😎

[@southhillfarm2795]

You’ve got the right attitude Chris.

[@markj10]

Another awesome episode! Vanlife❤

[@zerog2000]

Chris, you should totally look at getting a Sven-Saw. I keep one in my trailer. It’s light and takes up almost no space, but is very sturdy and can easily saw through logs 8-10 in diameter with little effort like a nice bow saw. In fact, Sven-Saw should totally send you one for review ;)

[@venture4wd]

Will certainly look into those should I find myself needing to regularly cut through larger branches. For now, the little handsaw works great and was a gift from a dear friend.

[@woof3598]

we were in Packwood a coule weeks ago, perfect place to crash for the night before joining the crowds at Rainier

[@roberth7894]

That's some beautiful country in Washington state, nice easy trails, water and lovely mountain views, what more could you ask for?

[@RussThomas66]

Welcome to my neck of the woods. Upper left is the best.

[@scottymac5174]

Never settle for second best.

[@onlineretail3550]

Crushing it

[@danfried9498]

Chris, what a great episode! It’s amazing you are able to do this without Orangie (sp). Thanks for the longer than normal video…can’t wait to see you venture further into the Northwest. Glad to see you got out of AZ finally.

[@Perry3377]

I know background music is not something you normally do with your videos but the landscape was majestic. Great job! Time for the wench addition to the W... Safe travels Perry

[@sourdoughben]

Love the PNW, well done episode Chris. But still the blaw speghatti sauce, what happened to adding some TJ Bruschetta. Shannon to the rescue, haha

[@idontknowwhatimdoing0]

Hey Chris, I suggest getting a battery chainsaw. I have a 20v Dewalt chainsaw and it serves me well! I also hear good things about Milwaukee chainsaws. Keep up the good work!

[@scottymac5174]

I have a battery Makita. For light clearing work/firewood it is great. If you are in a place where you can have an open fire.

[@ironscott]

I have the same DeWalt saw and it's seen a lot of abuse and just keeps on going. Put a slightly larger Oregon blade and use the FlexVolt batteries. Just goes and goes. Leaks oil like crazy if it's not stored on its side but otherwise a fantastic and portable unit.

[@idontknowwhatimdoing0]

@@ironscott I place mine on its side when I’m not using it and it doesn’t leak oil.

[@ironscott]

@@idontknowwhatimdoing0 Same here. That’s what I was trying to say. If stored upright it leaks something fierce. Biggest complaint I’ve read about these. Some have fixed with an extra washer on the cap. I saw a video where one guy dismantled the entire thing and siliconed every possible passage. It was a lot of work. DeWalt apparently says you should drain the oil before storing. Lol.

[@garya6647]

Yay, spaghetti’s back! Seriously, you really need to get a small battery chainsaw. Superb video Chris

[@scottymac5174]

You folks would love Usal beach.

[@scottymac5174]

Eminently doable.

[@jacklomas7965]

Been there done that. Washington st is nown for gates. But that goes with a lot of states. Where is orangie?

[@GentleGiantFan]

"Nobody thinks of the Winnebagos..." LOL!

[@venture4wd]

Glad someone caught that 😂

[@bz988]

I hope one day I make it to Mt Adams 🙏❤️🥺

[@explore_off_road]

Electric Chainsaw? ... What!? You go off all on your own past the busy pay sites and then find a great spot by a creek .... THEN! a little lake ALL TO YOURSELF! How sweet is that.

[@crboris]

An electric chainsaw is nice to have 😊. Love the videos!

[@micklarobina2625]

You need to get yourself a battery chainsaw 😂

[@captseamus]

I bought a small electric 10" chainsaw and keep it in my rzr with two fully charged batteries... $160. I'm too old to hand saw anymore. BUZZ-BUZZ DONE!

[@scottymac5174]

Driving your magic Bus.

[@rhanby1]

Get an Ego battery powered saw!

[@alexmonroe4706]

I noticed that you get your white balance for the video, based on your skin-tone 🤣😂🙃😉in the lake LOL

[@subiemon]

not even a electric chainsaw!!! just a hand saw???

[@PNWXMATT]

HEY BUDDY ARE YOU.HEADING THROUGH CENTRAL OREGON AT ALL! WOULD BE COOL TO MEET UP.

[@venture4wd]

Unfortunately not this trip!

[@supertanker9681]

What happened to orangie?

[@margaretbowen867]

No small battery operated chainsaw?🤔

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

I think a chainsaw might be a wise investment. I have one in my garage that just sits there.

[@wvoutdoorsman5326]

Highly recommend Milwaukee electric chainsaw

[@robertrandall8381]

You need to keep a battery powered chainsaw on your rig

[@ferlottes]

Lets get some PIZZA !

[@crawford70]

Have you thought about getting an electric chainsaw??

[@mikeherring6960]

You need a chainsaw Chris!

[@marynelson4513]

You do you but I’d lose the background music. More work for you and nature doesn’t need it.

[@TW---]

Wrong footwear. Always the wrong footwear. 😅

[@venture4wd]

I only do it for the comments 😜

[@Dutch1951x]

You need an electric chainsaw....

[@warroad]

He needs a more productive day tomorrow, a more productive day driving around randomly doing nothing? 🤔🙄

[@906-v9p]

This channel is misleading. Not the original jeep, rooftop tent , exploring the back country... It's now the Glamping Channel for the Yuppies! 👎👎👎

[@prophotos365]

I would have had her fly into Portland airport and she could have seen the area in this video also! Much better than Seattle.