Winter Hot Tent Camping in a Snowtrekker 4K

Winter Hot Tent Camping in a Snowtrekker crew. Join Ashley, myself (Keenan) and our two dogs as we try our new Snowtrekker tent for the first time. We hike through a beautiful snowy forest, with our toboggans loaded up and find a perfect place to set up our Snowtrekker. It was a cold and snowy winter's day, which made it all the more enjoyable.
We also had to burn in our new Kni co stove, which would keep us warm and heat our tent all night long. Gathering and processing wood was made a lot quicker, as we brought (I believe) the world's lightest rear handle chainsaw, weighing just over 5lbs. Mulled wine, steak, baked potato and bacon all cooked up on the stove. What a perfect way to enjoy the winter.
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[@outbound2explore119]

I bought myself the exact same 14" chainsaw for Christmas with the same intentions in mind. The days are short enough when out there camping in winter, who wants to spend it all cutting wood when you can be exploring or ice fishing!! Awesome video guys!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Couldn’t agree more!!! 🎣

[@Snowlady99]

Great video! Snowtrekkers are great tents. One tip for easier setup is to remove the bottom segment of the 4 corner poles so that the ridge pole is lower. Makes it easier to toss the tent over the frame.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

I like that idea. We will have to try that one. Thanks for the tip. Amazing tents 🏕.

[@rodfinlay5662]

Hey guy’s, thanks for allowing us to take part in your adventures! My 2 sons and I were inspired by the winter tarp camping episode but I think I like the hot tent set up waaaay better! Great work on the video, audio, drone shots and music. Keep ‘‘em coming!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hahaha…thanks Barney. We are really enjoying the hot tent as well. It’s seems pretty luxurious compared to a tarp!

[@letfreedomring2276]

Love the channel! You both are so sweet and great together as a team....and meant for each other. Hope you both have many many more great adventures together and keep putting out the great videos....God bless and safe travels

[@CanoeTheNorth]

That’s a really nice comment and we are happy to put out videos for people like yourself to watch. Thanks so much.

[@loricollins3163]

I loved watching Hugo(?) help process wood! Love watching your little family adventure together ❄️

[@CanoeTheNorth]

It is Hugo! Ya he loves to help with firewood 😂. Thanks for the comment Lori.

[@paulhayes9765]

Awesome video guys. You both make a fantastic team together. Thats what I enjoy so much when I watch your adventures together. I wish more younger people would explore the backwoods and enjoy natures wonders. Keep up the great work. Cheers

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Paul. We love being out there.

[@banshee107]

Awesome!! Great job!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@basielotabashie7044]

Calm and nice 👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you.

[@rebeccadees2300]

Ashley your engagement ring is lovely. ..very unique.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

It’s very different isn’t it. Thanks Rebecca. 💍

[@daveysdash]

Your eyes tell a story of their own!!! Hot Toddy"s are the bomb baby!!! Keep living your Dash!!! - Davey. P.S. The shot of Hugo covered in snow, chewing a tree trunk, is wall art!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Davey. Ya those hot Toddy’s are deadly 😂.

[@flowerchildvee]

How fun! Love seeing the dogs enjoy the snow :)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

They love the snow ❄️. They are like kids in a candy store when there’s snow in the ground. Thanks flowerchild

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

What an awesome video!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you!

[@stevenfunk1060]

Keenan & Ashley this again was a fantastic adventure in the great outdoors! What an amazing setup it looks so cozy and warm. The steaks and bacon frying up over that nice stove...so cool! Hugo was hilarious helping carry wood back and forth. What wonderful memories the two of you will have to look back on.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Steven. We are really happy with the setup. It’s just way to cozy inside that tent. Thank you very much as always for your comments.

[@swiftypaddler]

Beautifully done! Hot tenting is a whole new level of comfort in winter. I enjoy my Snowtrekker too & agree with everything you say about it. 👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Absolutely a whole new level of comfort! We wanted to say we really like the quote in your logo about positive attitude. Couldn’t agree with you anymore.

[@FreakofNature1]

Nice setup guys! Looked hella cozy🏕🍻

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks guys. You would know how nice it is eh! So cool 😎.

[@rebeccadees2300]

Your patience with each other is really nice to see. You are a great team. Thank for sharing this video.😊

[@CanoeTheNorth]

😊 thanks you!!!

[@ThePursuitofPassion]

Congrats on the new hot tent and your various outfits guys! Looks like adventures await in the great white north! You guys are killing it. Awesome! 🙌

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much David. We love our new setup. Many adventures to come for sure. You must be hard at work on your Moisie River video. Can’t wait to see that trip.

[@mikefoehr235]

I see so many bushcrafters using their Agawa Canyon Boreal hand saws to cut wood. I think your idea of a small chain saw is the way to go. One or two litres of gas and some chain oil and you can cut a lot of wood real quick. Even the battery electric saws seem pretty good. Your wife Ashley is a trooper...sounds like she may be British perhaps. Nice tent and wood stove.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Ashley is definitely from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿. Thanks very much Mike!

[@larrygorst8749]

It must be rewarding to do all your research, and homework, and have it pay off in the long run? Even the Dogs had a good time. Thanks for sharing Keenan. Cheers to the Hot Toddy!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Those two dogs always seem to have a good time in the snow. It is certainly a good feeling when it all comes together. More hot toddy’s to come my friend 🍻

[@kathiepilotte6743]

Love your videos...i'm always happy wjen i see one is up! Hope you do more of them with Ashley and the pups!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Many many more to come with Ashley and those two pups 🐶. Thanks so much Kathie.

[@korean_foot_traveler8655]

Camping with lovely pets looks always pleasant for me.😊👍👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

I see your a dog lover yourself by that thumbnail. Couldn’t imagine going on trips without those two!

[@korean_foot_traveler8655]

@@CanoeTheNorth 🙏🙆‍♂️🙆‍♂️🙏

[@stevenrochon2513]

I just subscribed to your channel because it looks awesome. Going to watch your other videos to catch up. Thanks for sharing 👊

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Steven. Hope you enjoy the other videos and thanks for taking the time to leave a nice comment!

[@malloryjoygreene]

I love the winter camping videos!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Mal. Hope you guys had a great Christmas and New Years.

[@dwrivers47]

What a beautiful relationship you two share, thank you for another enjoyable video.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Derek. I couldn’t imagine doing this stuff with anybody else! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@pamalvestad3848]

Trees flocked as snowflakes dance with a swirl of glee to the birds chorus welcoming winter day's. Two sweet helpful companions ever so eager to help haul in a nights stay of wood to warm up rosey checks with while toes stretched out before the wood stove as all embrace the tranquility of hot tatty shared in joy love

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Pam…I’m not sure if you are a writer or a poet but if your not, I think you should be. Beautifully written comment. Thank you very much.

[@pamalvestad3848]

@@CanoeTheNorth I thank you so much for your response. I love to write in many forms. I fail miserably in correct words for writing, like are, our, to too pronouns adjectives conjunctions in sentence structure. I never had proper language art taught to me in my young age of school as my dad's work changed so much we moved 13 times before I was in 6th grade. So my friends often say it's best you keep your writings private. Well at 59 now I decided God has blessed my mind to be creative I shall put a little out there and see what others think. So my heart was so happy to read your response. I thank you kindly. I truly do enjoy your video's and the real essence of two beautiful people and two loveable dogs. May your travels and adventures be safe for years to come. PS: I do write stories about my chickens and everyday life happenings on the farm. You just might get a few clucks from them. 😊

[@tcressman1110]

Looks cozy!! What a great way to enjoy and get outside in winter.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

It’s super cozy. I have to say it’s a lot more comfortable than a tarp 🥶. Thanks Tracy!

[@maripurdiie6666]

wow can't believe that tent went so easily back in its bag. Thanks for this.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Your Welcome! (It’s a big bag but it does go back in haha)

[@yeoldfart8762]

Our tent was made of heavy weave but very flexible canvas. Not waterproof. it needed to breath. A light nylon ,not plastic tarp for mid winter thaws in case of rain. That happened only once. Chose to make the tent half a wall tent design. Rope on each front corner stretch between two trees. 2 ropes on back corners to trees. Snow shoes packed the two feet of snow under the tent. stove very much like yours with a hole cut in the top near the front. Always covered by a pot melting snow to drink when not cooking. Stove pipe was telescoping so it folded into one piece that fit in the stove. Light piece of metal under stove to thaw meat before cooking. Spruce boughs cut for sleeping platform covered by light canvas. Blue foam pads and two caribou hides with hair on those. Half stick of butter per person in the evening meal especially at -40 C/F. T-shirt weather in tent while cooking and eating. Could carry a little more than ten days of food for two people and 10 to 12 dogs on the two sleds. Hand saws. Not chainsaws.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

That is really really cool. Sounds like the perfect setup. Makes me almost wish I was winter camping right now. Love those caribou hides.

[@martinolsson3237]

Awesome winterglamping...!!!! Nice hot tent adventure...white all the godies that you enyoy even more in the outdoors... A bit jealous i am.... But keep on hitting us white good videos of your outdoor adventures!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Martin. We definitely have a pile of outdoor gear. You would almost think we were starting an outdoor equipment store! Glad you liked the video.

[@paulfroud3920]

Watching it again for the 2nd time, love it. Suggestion if you haven't done it already; how about telling us where you both grew up, how you met, etc. I consider myself an expert on the origins of dialogue and would guess Ashley is from Cape Breton (just kidding). Merry Christmas.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Haha thanks Paul. That’s not to bad of an idea. We are really pretty private people but maybe in an upcoming video we’ll go over how we met. It’s kind of a cool story. Appreciate your support very much. Merry Christmas to you as well. 🎄 🛶

[@marksmith9295]

A very enjoyable watch and great setup! My best sleeps ever were in insulated winter tents in 3 star Woods sleeping bags in north saskatchewan back in the 80s. Great to see new lightweight gear and the enjoyment you are experiencing.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Mark. Nothing like sleeping outside in the winter ❄️ 🥶.

[@gfba3305]

You two are awesome. Great video. Thank you for sharing and stay safe.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much. We are glad you enjoyed and we are happy to share these trips with people like yourself. Appreciate the comment.

[@zoerussell5107]

Very good video, looked so cosy and loved seeing the snow falling.

[@paulfroud3920]

I found that one of the most enjoyable videos; a little Artistic Videography to boot. Well done...cheers!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Paul. Appreciate that!

[@alexs3447]

You two are kicking it . From Algonquin in a canoe to a hot tent . Way to go.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Lots more to come. Thanks Alex.

[@douggray1263]

Ya, I'm pretty sure I would have practiced setting up the tent before heading out. Looked like I fun overnight adventure. Enjoyed the video.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Doug. Ya we really should have I don’t disagree. It was so easy though especially for a first time. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the comment!

[@alanbierhoff6831]

That was great! The snow falling made it really great. Super choice of tent and stove. I think that Teunis and Brittany from Freak of Nature got the same set up as yours. I loved the mulled wine with maple syrup in it. Thanks for another outstanding video Oh! And +1 on the chainsaw 👍🏻 I don’t know why more KZbinrs don’t do that. Well, I do but, I don’t understand lol

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Alan. We love the tent. Not a bad thing to say about it at all. Glad to hear the chainsaw love. I’m waiting to hear the other side of it! Hahaha.

[@alanbierhoff6831]

@@CanoeTheNorth Work smarter not harder my friend 😁

[@jimhanson7476]

A very nice setup, lots of new winter adventures to follow.. the pup’s sure do love the snow.. well done

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Jim. They do love the snow that’s for sure.

[@herschey44]

Great video! Looked like a successful first trip with the new tent. Nice production. Thanks for sharing.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Adam. We were really happy with the new setup.

[@ianlindsey3616]

Can’t get enough of Canoe The North even in the winter. Looked toasty warm and looking forward to future episodes. Happy New Year !!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Ian. Lots more to come. Even in winter 🥶

[@rechuckg]

Quite a change from the winter set-up you had last year eh. Those Snowtrekker tents are really something aren't they. And the owners of Snowtrekker are some of the nicest you could ever meet. I bet you will really enjoy this kit and I'm looking forward to seeing you two (4) use it.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Yes it is a bit of a change from the last setup. 😂. I’ll be using the old setup too though. The owners are great aren’t they. Talked to them about their canoe trips they’ve gone on. Awesome people. Their son is running it now I believe and he’s great as well!!!

[@rechuckg]

@@CanoeTheNorth Their son is running the company and he is really cool too.

[@stevehisey389]

Hugo running through the snow very bear like minus the ears! Glad to see your tent and stove working well.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

I thought the same thing! Thanks Steve.

[@douggibson9084]

Great tent, amazing experience. Thanks 👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much Doug.

[@donmiles9083]

Very enjoyable video. You both make a great team!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Don.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

NIce New Trekker... I just purchased a new Esker Classic2... looking forward to getting out in it.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Dennis. We love the new setup. I’m sure your esker will be amazing. Looking forward to seeing it in action!!! Stay warm.

[@jacqueline7118]

What an awesome night out! Hugo looks very much at home in the snow and cold! lol Lou was probably wondering where the fish were but looked happy to just be camping. :) The Snowtrekker will be my choice too if and when I invest. I like the option that you can get a tarp for over it as well, makes cold rain way more enjoyable! lol Congrats on your new tent and thanks to you both for sharing and look forward to your winter adventures! :) :)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Jacqueline. I like the tarp option as well. Maybe I’ll see if I can order one later in the season and test it out…..and I think Hugo is more at home out there in the snow than indoors for sure!

[@jayamos456]

Following from Palmer Alaska

[@CanoeTheNorth]

That’s awesome Jay. You live in an amazing place for sure!

[@Kflem]

Nonstop, spectacular footage. You really captured everything I love about being out in the snowy wilderness.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks you Kaitlin. It was like a winter wonderland out there.

[@MikeProut]

Incredible setup! My dream tent! Great video guys! Kelly and i are looking forward to getting out soon! Thanks for bringing us along!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much Mike. I hope you and Kelly have an amazing time. I know you two will!

[@stevefisher2121]

I have got to get one of these tents!!!! Beautiful setting - excellent video!!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks steve. They are amazing shelters aren’t they.

[@stevebythesea]

Enjoyed the film, well done guys.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Mr Chambers.

[@phasmata3813]

So I've spent a lot of time personally and professionally with chainsaws and axes. I normally try not to be the guy with unsolicited "you should do X this way" comments, but I noticed you have a lot of great safety habits--always using the chain brake between cuts, kneeling with a small axe, batoning, etc--so I think you might appreciate a safety tip. One suggestion I have is that when you're walking with the chainsaw, carry it with the bar facing behind you. Even with the scabbard covering the bar, if you carry it forward and trip & fall, there is a chance you could cut yourself on the chain very badly whereas carrying it "backwards" keeps the chain behind you if you fall.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Ahhhh.... I don't mind safety tips at all. I actually always like to hear stuff like that. If it helps keep me safe in the bush its ok with me. Thanks for the tip!

[@phasmata3813]

@@CanoeTheNorth Glad it wasn't unwelcome. I worried about coming across as critical, but seeing how well you conduct yourself in so many other ways, I took a chance that you'd appreciate it. Just found you and am looking forward to catching-up on your stuff and seeing what you do in the future.

[@injairgun]

Great video again, I started from the beginning lol after watching your latest few. But if I am not mistaken that stove should have come with 2 elbows so the pipe outside goes straight up. I could be wrong though.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much. I’ll have to look into this. Appreciate the comments very very much.

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

Hey you two! You just made my Sunday! I am just working on a video myself and this is just the break I needed. :)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hey Dean. Glad we could give you a break. I know the feeling all to well!!! Happy Sunday and hope the edits going well!

[@AlbertaAdventurerFamily]

So cool would love to add a hot tent to our adventure gear thanks for the great video!👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much. It’s a lot of fun. Opens up a whole other season. Hope you get the chance to try it out. 🏕

[@masterbaric]

another outstanding video. love the red wine process and might want to do it outback as well

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the video! The red wine might become a staple in our winter camping trips.

[@curtismeinzer3672]

Enjoyed. Thank you

[@CanoeTheNorth]

You are welcome Curtis. Thank you for watching and glad you enjoyed!

[@ErichWelsch]

Great job guys.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Erich.

[@dalethornington1527]

👍👍

[@televisorphilips6362]

Nice to see! Greetings from Russia!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much! 🇷🇺

[@OutdoorsMyLife]

Another great video

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you 🙏

[@michaelbroyer3918]

Beautiful video.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Michael.

[@victoriamoore1294]

Hi, I'm new to your channel, enjoying your Videos. On question, you brown shagy dog, what breed of dog is he or her?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hi Victoria. We are happy to hear you are enjoying the videos! That big brown dog (Hugo) is a Newfoundland dog. He’s a big teddy bear.

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

Almost 5000 subs. You guys deserve it!! I just cracked 1000 myself. Cheers

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Awesome!!!! Congrats 👏.

[@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures]

@@CanoeTheNorth thanks so much!!

[@rchristie5401]

1 Celt? nice to see you two in our other season.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Absolutely

[@GraylingOutdoors]

Hi, I loved the new tent and your mulled wine recipe. What model is your Echo chainsaw - the CS-2511P?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Rodd. Appreciate it. That saw is the CS-2511p. Love it for trips like this. Saves probably a good hr or more processing wood. Nice at home as well.

[@nevillesmith9130]

That’s an awesome set up! I went with a seek outside but I’ve always eyed the snowtrekker crew. What brand of pulk are those? I’d like to upgrade my pelican. That one looks perfect. As always, Great content guys!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you! Our sleds are by a company called lure of the north but unfortunately they no longer sell gear. There are other companies that make similar stuff. We were looking at seek outside. They make some beautiful high quality lightweight gear.

[@GAR85120514]

Big thumbs up. Uh...where is the canoe .? ;-)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

😂 ya it doesn’t feel right having a channel called canoe the north in the winter does it!!!

[@Reindeer_Games]

I wonder if the stove would do better at the rear of the tent. Kinda wish had two jacks.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

I’m sure the people at snowtrekker could do that for you if you asked them. Great tents 🏕️.

[@acecoast6185]

Great post guys! What location was that? We have 1cm of snow in toronto lol

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Ace coast! We were not to far from Algonquin. Not much snow in the city then eh.

[@mrdean7206]

What make stove are you using? Love your videos new to your channel.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Glad your enjoying the videos on our channel and thanks very much for the comment. This stove is a kni co Alaskan jr. Seems to work great for this tent.

[@jasonreid611]

Great video…watching other channels I wonder how much energy and time it takes to process firewood. Small chain makes sense to me. What kind of dog is Betty Lou by the way?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Jason. Betty Lou is a cattle dog 🐕. It definitely takes time to gather and process firewood. And even longer when your trying to film everything. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks again.

[@evergreenoutdoors4651]

Great video! Is that the 9x11.5 or the 10x13 Crew?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you. It’s the 10x13 crew.

[@jonathanbradshaw2754]

Those snowtrekker tents look nice. I decided to sew my own pyramid hot tent and went with a seek outside titanium stove for the weight. Now the wife wants to winter camp too so I may need a larger tent for her and the kids. How does the toboggan handle? I’ve thought about getting one but am concerned one would handle poorly on trails that aren’t flat since I do a lot of my camping in the Adirondack mountains.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hey Jonathan. That’s impressive that you made your own tent ⛺️. Well done. I’m sure that took some time and effort to build. As far as the toboggan we love ours. It worked very well for the types of trips we are planning. I’m not 100% sure how it would do on a more mountainous style trip. We are far from experts in the winter camping world but I would imagine a setup like the ski pulks might work better for the descending portion of the trips. For our intended use (frozen lakes and some portage trails) these are perfect.

[@classixdrummer]

That looks wonderful. I have one question. As the tent heats up does moisture, specifically the floor become an issue? I see pine boughs on the floor, did you add them as the snow melted?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Ya....this is all new to us so it was a learning experience. The floor did melt where it was open. Where there was wood, our sleeping pads, our gear there was enough insulation to stop most of the melting. Where we were going in and out of the tent and the melting was occurring it started to get a little muddy so we added the boughs. Next time I would add the boughs right after setup. Hope that helps!

[@bernardbergeron2472]

Love your videos guys what size wood stove do you have

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much Bernard. Appreciate the support. We use the Alaskan jr stove. Works great for that tent!

[@yeoldfart8762]

Too late at night to really comment. This was strange. My sister and I spent about 20 years with dog teams camping in Alaska. I'll talk about that tomorrow.

[@subarcticgrizz]

What size stove jack were you using? I have a 3" one and I cannot get the stovepipe with the proper diameter.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Our stove pipe and jack are 5”. Might almost be worth replacing the stove jack with a 4” or 5” one to make finding a stove a little easier. I wonder if seek outside might make a stove that could work for you?

[@SpaceduckDK]

Good to serve mulled wine (in Danish Gløgg) on a cold day Try white mulled wine with white wine or elderflower juice.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

That sounds good too. We will have to try that one trip. I’ve never heard of white mulled wine 🍷.

[@SpaceduckDK]

@@CanoeTheNorth Try searching "hvid glögg" on youtube. Not all videos are translated, however, think you understand the recipe. Personally I make on apple juice, cloves, cardamom, whole cinnamon, star anise, whole black pepper, citrus fruit and some sweetness (syrup, sugar ect) Let it simmer for a long time. serve in a cup, with apple pieces, dried berries. You can add vodka in for extra kick 😉