Winter Backpacking and Cozy Campfire Cooking | Zaleski State Forest 4K

Snowy Winter Backpacking at Zaleski State Forest
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00:00 Teaser
00:11 Theme Song
00:39 After Intro
01:43 DAY ONE - Furnace
03:04 Map Sequence
03:38 Hiking In
05:54 Recess Cave
08:00 Hiking Deeper
09:21 Larger Recess Cave and Snacks
10:54 Junction & Uphill
13:08 Dusk
16:22 Finding the Campsite
17:22 Firewood Processing
18:25 Firestarting
21:01 Cooking Oyakodon
22:28 Chicken and Waffles
23:15 Rice and more Oyakodon Cooking
23:51 Time to Eat
25:29 Cupcakes & Mulled Cider
26:32 Nighttime Reflections
27:43 Bedtime
28:32 DAY TWO - Freshly Fallen Snow
29:25 Coffee & Navajo & Hopi Tea
30:14 Morning Chat, Drinking, and Breakfast
32:17 Packing Up
33:15 Hiking Out & Changing Plans
35:37 Back on the Main Path
38:22 Roadside Snack Break & Spicebush
39:50 Uphill Hiking
40:22 Fungi and Tinder
41:24 Ridgetop Hiking
42:44 Service Road
44:58 Road Break
46:30 Rocky Rubble Artifacts
47:13 Muddy Creek Hiking
48:36 Puffballs and Cave Talking
50:49 Muddy Hiking Continued
52:31 Arriving at the Paved Road
54:14 Parking Lot Planning
55:57 And Then There Were Two
57:03 Old Hollows Trail & Cemetary
58:21 Return to the Recess Cave
59:00 Dark, Cold, and Sweaty
1:00:30 Finding our Campsite
1:01:46 Wood Processing
1:02:50 Eating Dinner
1:04:59 Continuing Fire Prep
1:07:26 Fireside Hot Cocoa
1:08:24 Fireside Talking
1:11:14 Retreating to Warmth
1:12:04 DAY THREE
1:13:30 More Tea
1:14:11 Heading Out For Good
1:14:33 Makeshift Campsite Memories
1:14:56 Final Hike Out
1:17:04 Special Thanks & Credits
1:17:47 Post-Hike Takeout
1:20:55 Call to Action
1:21:16 Patreon Shoutouts
1:25:46 Secret Perfect Ending
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All of the musical compositions or arrangements and footage in this video are original, and were composed, recorded, and captured by Andrew Lin, Bryan Lin, Robby Huang, and Thomas Sinard
Featuring drums by Nate Laguzza
Original content and music is copyright Adventure Archives (c) 2020

[@tylerdavis127]

I love it when the whole gang is back together for an adventure!

[@TheCharredTree]

I’ll just go ahead and admit that when I saw this on the KZbin panel on the TV, I did indeed run through the house screaming like an excited toddler.

[@PedroDVC]

hahaahah

[@CourtneyMcFate]

I’m so glad I’m not alone in doing that. 😂

[@JoeKunsch]

I still say this every video... How are you only at 154K? I just don't get it. This production value is incredible! Feature length films are often worse than Adventure Archives videos, and these are free! Great job again guys! Come meet me at horseshoe canyon ranch in the spring. Not much hiking, but a lot of climbing and great camping!

[@perrymichales4242]

2022 here and these kids have many more subscribers and 🙏 pray for many more people to subscribe.

[@jwoginrich]

It is 1° outside and we are doing farm chores with frozen plumbing and cold hands and I just walked outside to my girlfriend carrying buckets of water to the horses and said "there's a new adventure archives! Winter backpacking!!! and we can watch it with coffee!" and it literally made the morning. Can't wait to tuck into this with coffee. THANK YOU!

[@m_soko]

The "okay, now that they're gone. Is it the Holiday Inn or the Hampton?" Had me dying🤣

[@chronicawareness9986]

who else has seen every one of their videos?

[@3n2nan91]

Me, me, me, I even seen some of them twice!

[@mroggio]

I think I've watched a few of them like 20 times lol. Love these guys and their energy.

[@stefaniebeesley4578]

Meee! Love those fella so!

[@ghostape6481]

I am actually going to do most of the same hikes , this year.

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@@ghostape6481 video it!

[@alexisnielson8198]

I was at Zaleski the night that storm blew in and knocked those trees down about 2 months ago! It was terrifying. Didn't sleep at all. And then when the wind/rain finally died down at around 3 am, like 15 coyotes started howling less than half a mile away. A rough adventure!

[@monicatong5448]

Oh also, you can used vaseline jelly and cotton balls for fire starters. Make them ahead of time and place in small baggie. They work excellent and are lighter in weight.

[@curiousclownfish3166]

Love the camaraderie. Really enjoyed watching you making and eating real food during a backpacking trip.

[@NosyHausfrau]

watching this at 3 am and now I'm craving oyakodon (such a foodie)

[@Outdoors49Man]

I have learned all your voices, and I love your appreciation of nature. Even in the snow and wet you bring warmth. And there's nostalgic Adventure Archives music. Thank you so much.

[@Michael_Tran]

Gosh...the quality of filming, narrating and overall story telling that has to come together for an episode like this is fantastic. Beside being an outdoorsmen, you guys are also some awesome content creator. Keep up the good work. More adventure in 2021.

[@sharondavis8003]

Long hike+cozy fire = Zaleski Christmas 🎄

[@codyhiller2269]

I'm so excited for a new episode!! Your videos keep the fire alive during the winter months. Also, great to see Thomas back and the whole team back together!!!

[@SweetiePieTweety]

This was healing. You guys are just genuine. So good to see you all back together! ❤️

[@jason_from_canada]

Adventure Archives Iron Chef edition! 👨‍🍳 The winner, 🏆 Bryan "Morimoto-san Lin". That oyakodon was inspired! The aerial views of the snow covered forest looked spectacular. Beautifully shot with music that was enjoyable and on point. Shout outs were 🤣 as always! Well done guys! 👍

[@williambeck6364]

Having watched this episode twice in-between other hiker/backpacker videos, I can safely say the editing, cinematography, pacing, music, and EFFORT put into creating a beautiful video experience, are all a cut above. We all appreciate the hard work of these personable young men. THANK YOU for taking all of us along for your adventures!

[@marksmith7374]

Used to backpack this area in the 70's... Went to OU in Athens.... Brought back a lot of memories

[@JJKK7971]

Who else wants to hear AA sing the BIG Rock Candy Mountain on Every Episode!?

[@tracyy3531]

I think you meant Big Rock Candy Mountain :-) Yes, it would be great to hear AA sing it again!

[@JJKK7971]

@@tracyy3531 Thank you, smarty pants! "BIG"

[@helenwood1]

I enjoy these videos a lot. One of the features I like most is the bushcraft/botany/foraging sidebars. I also truly appreciate that you go to parks that are not "famous A-listers". It's womderful to bring attention to parts of the country not known for hiking and backpacking adventures. If these parks are not used, they will be developed and we will lose valuable wildlife and natural resources. You are showing people who live in those areas the natural splendors in their backyards. Not everyone wants to or can go to CA, Oregon, CO, AK. Another component is the comradery that is developed on these excursions. It's priceless. Thank you for doing it. You deserve much more recognition.

[@LazyBushcrafters]

When I grow up, I want to be like Adventure Archives!

[@swoz_]

Zaleski is where we go for a workout. The hills there can be absolutely brutal.

[@peu.pluveiux]

Here in the Philippines, most mountains here don't have switchbacks or barely have switchbacks at all. That's why we're used to climbing straight up and descending straight down. Sometimes, locals just add ropes to help you climb up.

[@TORSA_PURBA]

I watched this youtube channel recommended by my lecturer and it is really amazing. Your exploration of the Zaleski Forest starting from hiking, camping, cooking for up to 3 days is really cool and interesting. From this video, I can feel the water, air and cool weather. Your adventures give me the urge to get out and explore the wild. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experiences! 😊

[@AhilMohan]

37:01 - Absolutely mesmerizing shot!

[@JVL1988]

Cant say how often i rewatch all of these

[@richardmourdock2719]

I always enjoy Andrew's botany observations... wish one of the guys would do the same with the geology

[@dbstewart4496]

Was literally thinking of you all today. Like, "what are the AA boys up to. It's been awhile. Might have to go hunt them up". Another enjoyable outing. I am happy to see you eating so well. That herbal tea looks so good.

[@xx-gm6bt]

I really enjoy these kind of videos, greetings from Norway!

[@ferdiemontenegro5436]

I just love Brian in this episode 😊

[@tineejohnston9737]

Interesting that the places on your videos that I’ve watched are places you’ve been before and you got to do a do over together, ❤️❤️❤️ you’re blessed

[@melissag9428]

For the structure you found, a lot of National Forrest were homes and land that belonged to people before the government converted them. Come across them every now and then in the Shenandoah and George Washington parks, pretty bittersweet to see them.

[@jb0258]

Thomas: I haven't got off the couch in, like, 8 months. **notices this was uploaded 8 months ago** Me: I enjoy coincidences like this lol

[@melanie453022]

I love your videos !! I discovered them last year by accident. It was one of Robbie's ....40 miles alone on the Timberline Trail I believe.. ....one where he was by himself. Something made me click on it and I thoroughly enjoyed it. He kept referring to the other guys. I decided to google the adventureachives and up you all came. I was in heaven when I started watching. I introduced it to my 10 year old granddaughter when she came to visit me one day and she loved it. When she came to my house after that, she would say ..."put the boys on Nannie" lol. I usually save you guys like others do here .. ...just before bed ....for some reason ...it relaxes me. Just want to say ...love you guys and thank you for making these !!!

[@w.j.hammer5902]

It's always nice to see you guys in my neck of the woods.

[@paigeg3153]

YES! Best way to spend a snow day watching a winter hike because I'm not brave enough to head out in the snow today. Love your videos(:

[@MrDharmabum1]

That back leg of the trail is super brutal in the summer. I refuse to do it ever again

[@AdventureArchives]

can't imagine how uncomfortable it would be in the summer :\

[@silencenhikes6692]

Nice to see that on every hike you guys find interest in what type of plants you see. Even in winter when there is nothing growing.

[@JS-tx2mw]

Your videos have given me so much peace of mind and comfort over this last year. I have found there's few better backgrounds to working from home and managing my sons in distance learning than putting on an Adventure Archives video. So simply, thank you all for what you have provided for so many. And thank you for inspiring me to get back to adventuring myself.

[@indirac.4010]

When the 4 of you go on a hike, nothing is more relaxing because of the comradery you all share. Its indescribable

[@uptrail7169]

Another excellent Adventure Archives video from you guys!👍

[@iandestrada4298]

always enjoy the fire segments at 17:23

[@underwriter53]

My Dad was a floral designer and took his 5 kids into the woods to collect Beech for his designs!

[@Conjuringpages]

My adventure boys are back!! We so missed you all!

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Hello, my new friend. It's like watching a movie, and it's so cool and adventurous. The scenery of nature is so beautiful. I'm glad to be your best channel friend. Have a happy day. 👍👍👍🤙🤙🤙👌

[@ChocolateMilkLOL]

One of my favourite things about your videos is the music! It has such a nostalgic feel to it. For the longest time I've been trying to figure out what it reminds me of, and I've finally figured it out! It actually reminds me of Pokemon Mystery Dungeon music, which was one of my favourite games as a kid.

[@freddonelson5505]

So glad you did another Zaleski trip. I remember watching your first one!! Thanks for sharing. One winter camping trip ... tale a few "Hot Hands" from Walmart with you. A couple in your sweats pockets or gloves as you sleep really help you stay warm all night!

[@CassandraHouse]

Zaleski is such a beautiful park. Had the opportunity to hike there a few years back. It’s about an hour and a half from my moms

[@bobtronic73]

Rewatching it 😄 really love these winter hikes of yours. Unfortunately the remark of 2020 going down in history will be topped by 2022.

[@denisejamour8196]

The Daniel Boone National Forest floor in Laurel County Kentucky is so green, moss on the rocks and trees and many other green plants....so beautiful!

[@lillianwright2641]

42:00 the prairie grasslands are that way as well, and almost more beautiful on a damp cloudy day than a sunny day...

[@lorraineeagle4009]

So Wonderful seeing you all again. I can't wait to see your new adventures. God Bless and Love to you all.

[@kezbot2]

Always super impressed by your musical compositions, camera work, drone shots and all-round good, clean fun! Congratulations on another stellar ep, guys! 💯

[@musgroveandthepumi1604]

The campfire scenes are the best. Epic!

[@belizeguy]

Another awesome video. Thanks so much.

[@bryce3322]

YESSSSS SOOO HAPPY!!! I love to watch your videos at night, right before I go to sleep. Thank you for all your hard work!!!

[@adrianjohnson4474]

25:50 “they’re ho ho cakes. But just more ho” The way I wheezed lmao

[@556suppressor]

The most difficult trail I can hike is Old Mans Cave. Wish I was 35 again.

[@Tofu_Pilot]

@17:45 The kukri made short work of that limb. Those things rule. Keep going!

[@travelbridges3513]

Beech trees keep their leaves because they are marcescent trees - oaks can be like this too. There are various theories about why - you can look it up and pick your fave I think!

[@longfootbuddy]

some gravel roads go entire lifetimes having the same small potholes in them

[@musicisbrilliant]

Another precious gem!! I will never miss one of these episodes with the whole gang. Good times!

[@lianalehua7424]

Thanks for bringing us along again. Even though it was a challenging one, it’s always nice to see how you all make the best of things. I was crying laughing at your post-credit roll. 🤣

[@UnwashedAxe]

Awesome video guys!

[@blinkingthings]

a+

[@nicholasanzalone468]

YESS!! I live in Ohio so this was already one of my favorite locations you’ve done! Sooo glad you did another!! You guys are awesome!

[@kensyugen]

Love your videos and I'm sure you hear it often but your videos got me into hiking when I found your channel and I'm just now looking into gear for backpacking so I can't thank you enough. Very insightful and I feel like I'm right there with some friends on your adventures, keep up the great work. I'd love to see you guys tackle the Adirondacks again

[@guitarlearningtoplay]

I was exhausted for you guys just watching the last part of the trail, phew. 🤙🏻

[@Jax4umalta]

I am an avid Fourseason camper in Michigan. I know what that is like to be that cold and wet. I took a certain comfort in watching this from the comfort of my warm soft bed. Lol

[@AVisceralLife]

Another Michigander! Seems like there are several of us following these guys adventures. Where is your favorite place to camp?

[@Jax4umalta]

@@AVisceralLife Anywhere in the UP. Cheers my fellow Michigander!

[@AVisceralLife]

@@Jax4umalta I love the UP too!

[@nikagobronidze3787]

Hiking is tough process basically , but there are crucial things you find it worth doing . I do hike in Caucasus mountains which is very slope and it takes all the energy you got but even in that there's a lot to enjoy. I imagine how much time and power it takes to film such videos, you cool guys !

[@brucebabin4137]

Awesome content, extremely enjoy Adventure Archives. Thanks guys.🙂

[@matthewritter2585]

Love you guys

[@WannaKamaka]

I applaud you, Bryan. I wouldn’t be able to handle those steep inclines. Good job!

[@maddys3955]

Love seeing ya'll enjoying and appreciating nature together, and learning about the local plant life and animals. I would love to hear more about the history of the trails you guys hit too. Truly great content

[@briansamonas3805]

I love the hiking but the ending is hilarious

[@isabelahart9377]

Living in an area in Australia that has no deciduous trees I am always amazed to simply see the orange leaves on the ground :D

[@BrianWilliamDoty]

19:25 next time bring a small candle to start the fire. Remember to remove the candle after you have a flame.

[@wendysuperfan1014]

thanks guys

[@marianfrances4959]

Wonderful to see you all together again! Thanks for sharing another great hike! 👍😉🇨🇦🌲🔥⛺👌🌲

[@shirleymckenzie4363]

You guys are so enjoyable to watch. Glad I found you. 👍

[@izzybroman]

already know that this would be a nice adventure!

[@luckyadrianhutapea]

Wow.. its morning here

[@angora34]

The voices Thomas heard while sleeping were from the cemetery there later ....it's obvious ... they wanted Thomas to take them with him to Texas :) Anyway, great video!

[@MrKhombodia]

All you guys are awesome man. Keep doing what your all doing!!

[@adamvrana959]

another classic episode of the AA crew; the winter hikes are pleasant and invigorating, making it an increasing favorite

[@marcelinalumague8741]

Im verry happy to see you again team..together again...great.

[@slowjamcdub]

Another banger!

[@killuax3905]

Top notch quality as usual; My favourite youtube channel 👍👍

[@juanitafoster9834]

Love all the knowledge that y'all give about foliage, trees and animals. God bless you all.

[@lovablevietboy]

These guys are sure selling these food packets

[@michelle011080]

Me gustan muchísimo sus Videos, un abrazo fuerte desde Puerto Rico y gracias por llevarnos a tantas aventuras. Una de mis partes favoritas es siempre rever el final de cada video, Dios les acompañe siempre y que cada ventura sea una espectacular

[@maxwilliams5291]

Wholesome episode guys, hope this year sends new adventures your way!

[@roaming_bob8591]

I so appreciate watching your banter and interaction. Close family and friends are indispensable.

[@chiefonelung3416]

You guys are terrific. You are so correct, it's been a really difficult past year. Of course at this point now I have hopes for a wonderful new year ahead with things getting much better. As you said there is light at the end of the tunnel. At 71 years old I have not been doing much this past year but widening my rear end by sitting on the couch. I live alone with my two little dogs on my farm in the East Tennessee Mountains. I can hardly wait for spring to get here so I can start my organic Gardens. I also spend a lot of time with my tent hiking and backpacking in the Eastern Tennessee Mountains around Tellico Plains Tennessee and trout fishing. Such a beautiful area. At my age I do camp with a few more Comforts of home than you guys. I have a Kodiak 9 by 8 All Season tent that will fit 2 full cots. I go all alone with just me and my dogs. I enjoy a few more Comforts now. I only have one lung left as a result of lung cancer. But I do well and still enjoy hiking. I just get a little more winded than you would and have to stop to catch my breath more often. But I keep going. I look forward to the bend of every curve on a trail to see the new exciting view that is around the corner. I love all your videos that I've watched and look forward to more. I think it would be such an honor one day if I'm camping somewhere and see you guys. Take care and you guys and your family stay safe and healthy out there.

[@AdventureArchives]

Thank you for the kind words and stay safe!

[@jameslaw6825]

My wife and I just love watching your videos. Keep up the good work...

[@Foodmeow]

Thank you!

[@kathysmith477]

I laughed out loud at bodyguard Robby fiercely ripping that sheet of paper in two...

[@lauralei400]

I really enjoyed watching this @ bedtime~ Thank You⛅

[@samuelsharkey4305]

Nobody: Thomas: "i bet they did some drifting.."

[@bradprince1854]

Always enjoy the music! The melodic guitar is perfect. We wait for these with baited breath. Thanks for doing what we can't do or do not have the time to do.