YT reminded me that the channel is 7 years old today...so grateful for your response to the first episode of the Trippin' series that started last week which recaps this youtube journey and my first year of full-time camping (155 days along with behind the scenes pieces). That series will continue throughout the year and the plan is to release one episode per season. The next episodes are still in progress. Regular trips will continue to be posted in the meantime :)

@seanarthur2414

2 ай бұрын

Happy birthday. Keep it going dude!

@abandonedwest

2 ай бұрын

Congratulations on seven years! Here’s to many more. 🎉

@aldhilucky2222

2 ай бұрын

keep going john, from indonesia 🫡

@wendyshick6689

2 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your 7 years of success I'm so happy that I came across your channel you are one of my favorites 😊👍

@berniersbar9885

2 ай бұрын

Happy birthday to your channel! Can’t wait to watch this one!

Your work is a blessing to a former canoe trekker .. now in a wheelchair. Thank-you!

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

💚

@kathleenanderson5030

2 ай бұрын

Beautiful beyond words! And no flies!

@Twobarpsi

2 ай бұрын

​@@kathleenanderson5030no bugs is a huge plus!

Remember it's Spring (aka: mating season) That's just how otters mate. The male grabs the female by the scruff of the neck (she's tougher there and it doesn't hurt her) and holds on before he mounts her. She's actually the one dragging him around while he hangs on. LOL. They'll wrestle and roll and play both on land and off while he holds on tight. If you review the footage you may observe papa otter's, ahem, red rocket a couple of times. Aaah...love in Lake Superior.🥰

@ScottRauber

2 ай бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking. Mating season. I've seen Mallards in mating season and the female is brutalized....but, that's how God made it.

@mamapretz

2 ай бұрын

Lol thanks for the info, very interesting. Crazy kids 😂

@nrgltwrkr2225

2 ай бұрын

@@mamapretz You betcha. 👍

@josephwatts8147

2 ай бұрын

Yep. I was laughing as he was thinking it was a fight.

@TomTirabasso

2 ай бұрын

Yeah my first thought was it was just courtship. I once witnessed two bald eagles one chasing the other before going into a talon clasped spiral down to the water before breakinging apart and resuming their chase over the trees. Now I know it's just a courtship ritual and not a fight as I originally thought 13 years ago.

That moment you went "oh no.." and then switched to the drones shots of the ice. Magical.

National Geographic doesn’t have content as good as this.

@sammyr.1284

28 күн бұрын

Period

Life is such a rush. I envy you. Being able to slow it down and take it all in without the 9 to 5 bullshit…good on you. We all live vicariously through you

The sound design, editing, narrative, shot selection, transitions, signature music theme, "B" roll and epic wildlife footage, and obviously the content really showcase your talent and honor your vision Jon. Very well done!

Thanks for those 7 years Jon. Always a pleasure to watch your work.

The Canadian Ice Duck (Canard Glace Canadensis) is classified as extremely endangered (they may be extinct by end of season). Please don't handle them if at all possible do a no contact release, and report all sightings to your local conservation authority.

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

😆

Wow! Another masterpiece. Lost Lakes never misses. So excited to watch this upcoming canoeing season! Thanks for this phenomenal channel! 👏🏻👏🏻

The cinematography on this episode is just dazzling. Great work!

Your camera work has become next-level amazing lately, it's as if the viewer is sitting next to you in the canoe or flying by on the back of a bald eagle. Thanks for taking us along!

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

Every frame is a real work of art! You are a master of your craft, continue to delight us with your talent! 👏🎨

Making this Saturday morning so much better. You are a true artist with pixels of light and sound waves. And it’s been amazing to see your channel and your skill set grow. You were not born with these gifts. You mastered them with passion.

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Shawn :)

It's become abundantly clear that you're a plant for BIG NAAN's marketing arm with your breathtaking camera work and soothing, genuine, hilarious perspective. Do I eat more naan now? Yes I do. Do I crush your content knowing full well I'm being gamed by a naan lobbyist? I most certainly do. Bravo Jon Naan Jovi.

@michaelschuetz2427

2 ай бұрын

😅

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

I won't even bother trying to deny it

@user-to1to7ck8v

15 күн бұрын

Jon Naan Jovi 😂 good one 👌

I sure love those moose droppings too! Thank goodness they collect them and sell them in grocery stores too!

What would be nice is that you win an award from national geographic society.

I spent several years of early childhood on the south shores of Lake Superior and I could swear I've felt the region calling me back my entire adult life. Seeing it through your eyes brings back so many good memories for me, and I always learn so much from your videos. Thank you so much for doing this.

Happy to see you recover from ur knee injury. Look forward to more videos. Be well and stay positive!

The drone shots in this one are jaw-dropping. Beautiful video.

Awesome - Lost Lakes night tonight!!

Congratulations on the 7 years! I have to say your videos, the cinematography, the editing, sound...are next level! This is like watching a Nat Geo film. Its stunning and we need to find a way to get you to a Mil subs or have you make videos for Nat Geo.

Thank you Jon. My mother and I watch your adventures together. She says they are the best part of her week. You really have a special talent and love for nature. May the sun always shine upon your face and may the wind always be at your back.

How many followers bought better TVs just to enjoy Lost Lakes, Jim Baird and Xander 🤚

@darrylhigh3692

2 ай бұрын

😂

@CatchLastCast

2 ай бұрын

Well said

Have to say I’m loving this transition to a birding channel. 😂 Congrats on seven years and here’s to many more. 🎉

Saved this one for an early Sunday morning watch with my first cup of coffee. Not disappointed - a great watch. You seem to get the most scenic video. Beautiful!!

Congratulations on 7 years! I just love your cinematography and you inspire me to get outdoors. So much so that we’ve booked a full summer camping trip! Nowhere quite so outdoors though.

7 years deserves a new boat. What a beaut. Thank you for making incredible content.

Spring is my favorite time to paddle. The landscape is so varied. The solitude is guaranteed. Another great video. I miss that part of Canada and happy you bring it right into my livingroom. Thank you.

John you constantly remind me that there is a world out there worth exploring. Love your content can't wait to try my hand at documenting my own adventures!

We have watched your videos when you see the northern lights and how much that means to you. Last night was our first time seeing them in Montana and the experience was something we will never forget. Amazing. We just wanted to share. We appreciate everything the two of you do to bring us great videos.

Thanks for explaining that orange color on the beach. I really took a likin' to it.

Here in Texas, the eclipse was total and it was awesome! We too had cloud coverage, then when the eclipse went total dark, the clouds parted. Sweet moment to remember.

I have never fully understood the near manic excitement over an eclipse..if we were still ignorant of the phenomena, it could be understandable, but we now know that it is just the moon covering the sun, and the world is not ending. Truly if you see one, all the others are just the same.

Your videos are never anything but the BEST. You're a master of excellence in quality and quantity. Age and mounting arthritis have brought our own trips to a halt, basically...but we fully enjoy ALL OF YOURS. When time might allow, try and do another with your own dad again.😊

We were right in the path of totality for the eclipse and also watched it over one of our local lakes here in WNY. Fished in the morning and spent the rest of the day waiting for the clouds to break. About 20 minutes before totality they finally did. I'm a cynic by nature but it was actually quite humbling. Glad I got the chance to see it.

Ahhhhhh, Nice. Back on the lake with Johnterio. That was along winter my friend.

I don't usually comment on KZread, but your KZread channel has become by far my favorite channel in the last few years. Every time I long for nature and wilderness, your videos quench my wanderlust at least a little. In 2 weeks I'm finally going to Canada again; until then your videos will sweeten my anticipation. Best regards from Germany

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Hope you have a wonderful trip 🍁

@Dusseldorf93

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Jon!

I’ve been watching you for years Jon. you’ve gone from someone I used to laugh at in his naïve mistakes- to a top notch experienced traveler, narrator, camper, paddler, filmographer. Wishing you the best.

The otters were so amazing! The one eating the fish was annoyed with you, but just wanted to eat, while trying to get away😂 The momma otter was also too funny and entertaining! Amazing footage!

This is just what I need to recover after torturing myself watching the Leafs play. Phenomenal as always Jon, congrats on 7 amazing years and hopefully many many more.

@86beeman

2 ай бұрын

The Leafs....so hard to watch - unlike Lost Lakes

I also bought a Prospecteur 15 over the winter. Really enjoyed my first trip with it. Looking forward to seeing how you get along with yours. Cheers 🍻

Omh, i love the footage of the ducks doing their little dance😂 so cute! Seems like a maiting ritual.

Congrats on 7 years, and congrats on that great footage of the Golden-crowned Kinglet. One doesn't always see that red in the middle of the yellow, much less capture it on "film".

Only 15 minutes in and already awesome with incredible scenery, eagles, otter and the rare Ice duck! Just love your videos. They can never be long enough for me.

Thank you for picking up that trash. I walk beaches and camp and pick up trash too. Someone has to pick up after those who don't care. And that shot of the geese flying above the canopy was glorious.

Our symbolic ducks keeps making appearances. First it was the immaculate duck cloud on lake Nipigon, now it's a perfect duck ice sculpture. Time for a poem, it's been a while; In the heart of icy Lake Superior, John from Lost Lakes ventured in grandeur. With cheese, onion, Jalapeno so fine, Pierogies sizzling, a breakfast divine. Amidst the chill of the frosty morn, He cooked with love, his spirit reborn. Symbolic duck clouds above did soar, Ice ducks below, approving his lore. The aroma danced in the crisp air, As John crafted each pierogi with care. The flavors mingled, a symphony sweet, A breakfast feast, a delightful treat. Lost Lakes whispered tales untold, Of adventures daring, of stories bold. John's pierogies, a culinary delight, Under the watchful duck cloud's flight. So here's to John, in his cooking domain, Where cheese, onion, and spice reign. In the land of icy lakes and dreams, Where pierogies float in delicious streams. 🍻👍 Great video as always, LL!

Congratulations on your 7 years of success I'm so happy to have come across your channel you are one of my favorites if you see this message twice the first time I tried to send this did not go through😊👍

Thank you for bringing us along

Loooooooong to watch!!! Thanks for making them!!!

Excellent video. Thanks for taking us along!

I recently came across this channel and I am enthralled. I am a senior now, living in the Columbia Valley BC. But I grew up on Lake Superior and all those little lakes beyond. Lots of time spent in steam baths near a dock and then into the lake. The filming is so visually stunning, takes my breath away from time to time. I can smell the lake, the spruce forest, the campfire. I can taste the blueberries and the pickerel. Memories of me and my family spending so much time in the bush. Thanks for all the pangs in my heart, feels like I am going home. All my best to you and Erin and your friend Xander from Jean.

@LostLakes

Ай бұрын

Greatly appreciate that Jean!!

And another great adventure😃 seeing them all. Thanks Jon

love your videos! fantastic!

This takes my breath away. The beauty 💙

29:50 So cool to see the Goldeneye's courtship dance. This was my first time seeing it!

Awesome ice out trip! Great stuff!

Another great video ! Love the drone shots !

What a great start to your 2024 canoe tripping season. I can never get enough of otters, just majestic creatures 😊

Congratulations on your 7 year milestone! Its been a wonderful journey! To many more adventures and trips to come! 🥂

I've been watching you with my youngest son these past many years. He's now heading off on his own. He messaged me to say you just released a new video. Made me realize I wasn't a member. I am now! Thank you for sharing your trips and stories. My son and I are closer because we sat with you on so many journeys. Sincerely, BJ from Maine. (Practically Canada 😊)

@bjkitchin1

2 ай бұрын

PS... We were on a well known trout lake here in Maine during the eclipse. Timony Lake. In the path of totality! Amazing for sure.

@LostLakes

2 ай бұрын

Truly appreciate that BJ! Cheers to you both

Another beautiful calming video. Thanks

Another hour plus of greatness. Thank you‼️

Beautiful scenery. Love snow and ice formation. Thanks for taking us along with you. God Bless and be safe. ❤❤❤❤❤

Be back later to finish this, have to go watch The Bruins stick the fork in the Leafs.

It doesn't seem as if 7 years have passed. Thank you very much for all the videos and to many more. Safe travels..peace🛶

Good Lad. All is good. Thanks for sharing.

Fantastic video once again! Looking forward to your 8th year, congratulations!

Jon, your photos are amazing. It's easy to see the love that you have for what you do. Thanks for sharing your passion for nature.

Outstanding video! Loved the moose droppings parody. When we see your plans for your trip and then see, with the drone, the immensity of the spaces (yourself next to that ice sheet) in which you’re present, it is mind boggling how truly grand and great Lake Superior is. Thanks for sharing another amazing journey!

I love the use of the drone. It gives you a true perspective of the distance and how small in relation to the lake that canoe really is.

Gorgeous shots Jon, thanks for taking us along.

Jon, just wanted to say this, the important part of camping.... Sanitize. Thank you. I enjoy your videos, they are very well done.

I truly love your videos. I have been to Superior a number of times and it holds such magic. You really capture it! Congrats on the 7 years!

YES! Can’t wait for this one. Congrats on 7 years mate! 🎉

Another Masterpiece 👍🏻👍🏻🍁

Congrats on the new canoe! Beautiful getting out on Lake Superior! Love that lake!

Wonderful trip Jon. Feels like I get to experience it with you. As always fantastic videography and story telling. Look forward to the next one

Thank you for the videos brother.

Another amazing journey and thank you for sharing. It took me a couple days to enjoy and finish watching. Cheers to the next!

You make the best videos on KZread. I love your work. God bless you and safe travels.

Oh Jon!! Brilliant, beautiful. Yet another outstanding piece of cinematography. ❤

Awesome Video Jon. Breathtaking

Especially this time of year, a great trip involves a lot of good decisions. You aced it!

its good to see you john. whenever i come to youtube and theres new lost lakes it feels like xmas. instant watch everytime.

Another great video the scenery was beautiful and the ice formations were amazing I think I would like to live in that house at the end with the beautiful view can’t wait till the next adventure

Incredible footage..the noisy otter eating the fish 🐟😊...and just everything was incredible. Thank you.

I always love a fun trip in the familiar waters of Lake Superior with you. I will look forward to your next beautiful trip which will hopefully be warmer for you.

what a pleasure to watch , as always

Beautiful photography, sounds of nature…another great video!

A special time take a trip for sure. Great videography once again Jon.

Fantastic as always 👍

You are living the dream! So looking forward to your journeys!

You really capture the beauty of the places! Really really good stuff

I love your videos. The country there is so beautiful and peaceful. You're so blessed to just be out there like that. I used to camp a lot. I really miss it. 👍😊

Amazing footage as always! Your adventures are the best! I get so excited when that bell goes off 💚

Your photography is stunning. Thank you 😊

Otters gettin it on leaving Jon confused... lol

@phasmata3813

2 ай бұрын

It's a lot easier to see things on a screen at home than it is through the viewfinder of a camera in the field.

Well I don’t think I could get more pumped up for the first big trip of the year but this video has me absolutely itching to go! Beautiful video with all the drone shots of the turquoise water and ice. What an incredible place that is. Wildlife was excellent in this video. Glad you played it safe and made this journey another success. 7 years of KZread. Feels like we’ve been watching you forever! Time flies. Keep up the incredible work, it’s always so enjoyable to watch.

@LostLakes

Ай бұрын

Thanks a bunch you guys ☺️ I remember finding your channel years ago on this lake with your Denison Falls video. Have a great trip!

Great trip, beautiful views. Can’t wait to see more