17 Miles Of Snowshoeing Grand Tetons: Overnight Backpacking
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I'm joined today by my long-time friend Russ, as we attempt an overnight backpacking trip (17 miles) to Solitude Lake in Grand Tetons National Park. This hike was is often cited as many people's favorite hike EVER, and let me tell you this just might be my favorite backpacking trip of all time. I've never seen also big before! The Tetons are such a special place, and I hope everyone gets a chance to visit them one day.
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:13 Get to know your backpackers
2:31 First leg of the trail
6:08 Russ explains check dams
7:47 Onward into the the canyon
12:00 Biology behind UV light
15:09 Lunch time
18:27 Last leg
25:24 Set up camp
29:00 Next day
32:30 Heading back
33:19 Most difficult hell
37:26 Closing thoughts
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What other natural phenomenon/biology you want me to go over on my next backpacking trip?
Quickly becoming my favorite hiking YT channel.
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🙏🏾
Snow shoeing is like walking in soft sand... it is tireing! 5 miles snowshoeing is like hiking 10-15 miles regular. 17 miles is a pretty aggressive hike on snowshoes. But, what a great challenge and experience... nothing like snowshoeing... the mountains are extra peaceful and beautiful in the snow. Thanks for the great video.
@TheBackpackingBiologist
Жыл бұрын
It definitely felt longer than it really was! Thanks for watching Ron!
i love how you casually explain the biology of anything ... smart :))
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
This is amazing. Hearing you chat about the UV light was so fun! I live and die by mine in the backcountry :D
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm gonna need to snag me one of those lights :) they're super convenient
Your channel is fresh compared to all these UL backpackers channels I’ve seen. Thank you for filming and sharing your adventures with all of us. My goal this year is to get ready for winter backpacking since my work keeps my busy 7 days a week during summer months. Cheers!
@TheBackpackingBiologist
3 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks! I hope you are able to get that winter camping in. Its so much more difficult (in a good way)
Love the video!
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks River! 🙌🏾
Cool video and the mountains are beautiful.
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It was absolutely gorgeous out there :)
Favorite video yet! Loved the lectures on UV light sterilization and erosion.
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Chris!! Thanks ma man!
I'll be back for questions later😆🤙🏽
Great video!!!! You guys should backpack (and film) to Sahale Glacier Camp in North Cascades National Park, Washington. It's as incredible if not more than Solitude in Tetons. Bet you'd love it!
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I just looked Sahale and it looks like nothing I've seen before! definitely putting it on the list! Thanks for the rec :)
sweet video
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
the cut out at 27:57 funny asf
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
haha Russ is classic af
4:51. Grouse are natures surprise helicopters that suddenly spring into flight right next to you while alone in the bear infested wilderness!
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
yesss! I thought it was a grouse. Thanks!
burr!!!!!! beautiful tho!!!!
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Super cold! But still the prettiest hike ever 😍
14:45. I think mud water is better than arrowhead water. Lol
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
haha dude, I feel like I needed a chaser with that arrowhead water lol. Give me filtered snow runoff any day
@aurtisanminer2827
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheBackpackingBiologist lol. Yea, it’s my least favorite bottled water. Always leaves me thirsty for other water.
de inflated happens from cold..my does too..like last time i setup few hours before go sleep, and was de inflated..and push enough air..no problem
@TheBackpackingBiologist
Жыл бұрын
Turns out I didn't close the locking mechanism of the sleeping pad so it slowly seeped air out in the night 😅 Lesson learned!
@advanturecantstop901
Жыл бұрын
@@TheBackpackingBiologist i like Thermarest valve better than most pads..but i think couple grams heavier than others..
The guest for some reason reminds me of John Ladarola from TYT🤣👍
@TheBackpackingBiologist
Жыл бұрын
Lol I’ll tell him you said that 😂
Dude your videos are awesome! What month was this trip? What goes into deciding when to go for it outside of the summer months?
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I filmed that May of 2021! Still a ton of snow up there heading into the summer. The main factors for backpacking outside of summer months are temperature, terrain and gear. If you're good on all 3 factors you can pretty much camp anywhere. We were solid on the gear and temperature this trip, the terrain is the thing that took us by surprise. We also talked to the rangers to see what was our best option, which is something everyone should do if they're not familiar with the area!
Good video man! What are you recording with?
@TheBackpackingBiologist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I’m using a Sony a6400 with a 10-18mm lens and a Rode NTG shotgun mic. For the POV shots, I’m using a GoPro 7. Cheers!
have you seen Pink/Red color like blood on snow? last year at Hidden lake lookout, WA i saw..than i read at news saying it is type of bacteria..
@TheBackpackingBiologist
Жыл бұрын
No, I haven't seen that! I've only heard of that bacteria being in Antarctica, had no idea it could be found in WA! Super cool
@advanturecantstop901
Жыл бұрын
@@TheBackpackingBiologist 1st time i saw it Boardman lake side i think..it was pretty close to red color..like blood..we were thinking it is blood;)0 than i saw at news about..
@advanturecantstop901
Жыл бұрын
close to end of spring if you go Hidden lake lookout side you may see..Hidden lake lookout side recommend start end of spring..not easy hike..and last year 2 people were missing at area..when we went last Spring still snow there..
My brother loves almonds. What brand were you eating in this video. I would love to give it as a gift
@TheBackpackingBiologist
11 ай бұрын
The brand is Blue Diamond, spicy dill pickle flavor. Would highly recommend