You are inspiring young lady.. nothing i enjoy more then seeing people doing outdoor recreation in their retirement years instead of sucumming to sitting around on the lazy boy/girl chair! Im in a cycling club and have ridden with people 20,30 yrs my senior ( im 56) on charity rides doing 50+ miles if not more , it completley gives me hope i can keep doing the same, bravo! Ps. I would love to see a pic of you when you first started hiking/camping, i know ya have them 😉👍

@wendyoutdoors2230

10 күн бұрын

I’ll look around in the archives 😂

@rollandjoeseph

10 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 lol 😅👌

Great looking gear, Wendy. I hope the mountain isn't too daunting and that you have a most wonderful time. Go gently.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Home now, tired and in one piece- will do a video while in a bit-

you have such a warm and inviting aura, Wendy! I've been binging your videos for the past week

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you so much for giving all you time to me- most appreciated

Thank you so much for the video Wendy. You approach for us older adventurers is appreciated. Have a great trip!

@Guillermo-ym5yn

14 күн бұрын

How old is old?

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Guess I will know when I know🤞

Awesome, love your presentation that makes success doable instead of overwhelming for many of us. Hope your family knows that your videos inspire so many of us to get out and enjoy nature. Guess they know about the super star in the family. Thanks Wendy.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks Marie- well not a super star but they love me anyway!!

Excellent video, and spot on! I can't see a thing you're doing that I wouldn't for the trip. *Except I detest hiking in heat, refuse to. I'm picky and love the cold. 😅 I completely agree, "Function over make". Who cares what make or brand when hiking? I sure don't. The trees and wildlife aren't going to care. Far too many gadgets in the camping aisle to sway ppl otherwise. Thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful family hike ♥🥾🥾🌲🌲

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you very much- a real treat going with them for sure.

Love the idea of bringing the Durston pole when base camping so you can have a trekking pole for day hiking. Thanks!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Any time!

Wendy, you are my FAVORITE … Thank you so much for all your videos ❤

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you for watching Monique

Looking forward to your trip video. Enjoy your family time ⛺️

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

I will thanks

Hi Wendy, so excited for you upcoming adventure! Learned a lot from your demo. I watched a video recently on tips for camping. This guy tied a red piece of cordage on the zipper that had his first aid kit! I thought it was very smart. I hope you have a great time! Stay safe and enjoy.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

that is another great tip- thanks for that.

I got confident to go Back country camping after l watched tour video...thank you 😃

@Cheerfulcolomom

15 күн бұрын

Wendy is so inspiring that I just did my first solo camping trip thanks to her videos convincing me it was attainable. Congrats on your success in the backcountry!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

I hope it went well for you Caterilina

Thanks Wendy, you are an inspiration. Just hearing you discuss this information makes me feel like I've made some good purchase decisions. I just have to get out there and do it.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

Wow! Fantastic info! Thank you, Wendy. I’m sure one of your grandsons would be honored to carry your chair❤ Can’t wait to hear how the family trip went.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

will let know for sure.

Excited for you!! Enjoy!!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

Thanks again Wendy for excellent info and guidance😊

@wendyoutdoors2230

13 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for sharing your backpacking gear! I hope your family trip goes well! I live in the desert. In the winter I wear a baseball cap, but the rest of the year I find wearing a hat that has a brim all around keeps the sun off of me and I am a lot cooler!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

Hello 👋 Wendy, thank for sharing this informative video. You are set for almost any emergency. Stay safe out there and have a great time. 😊

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

many thanks Ronald- will sure do my best 🤞

Take your chair. Anytime I decided not to take it on a trip I regretted it later. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your trip.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

I just did that but I couldn't add the weight this time. I longed for it though

Useful video learn some things thank you for sharing. Have a great time.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Thank you too

Looks like you will have everything you need, and I hope you'll be able to take your chair too. I'm also at the age when just a smidge of sitting comfort is very welcome. Enjoy your trip with your family; be safe and well. P.S. I love that painting behind you. The colors are just beautiful.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you and thank you. no credit for the painting though- Misha Smart- artist

This is a great overview of what you're taking for back packing gear. Thanks for sharing with us :)

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

you are most welcome

Thanks, I found this very informative. Happy hiking ❣️

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you Lynne

Excellent video for future reference. Thank you Wendy 🙂

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

most welcome Pam

Enjoy, and safe travels!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

Informative Wendy your going to have such an awesome time with your family on this hiking / camping trip I really look forward to hearing about it. Your all organized and ready to go yay ! I am sure one of the boys will bring that chair for you hope you have an awesome time which i am sure you will.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks Sue- just back . very tired- didn't take the chair but the family really did help with my gear. My grandson was my personal here. More when I get around to the video.

@suezaple4950

14 күн бұрын

sounds like a great time Wendy, Happy all went well.

May the trip be all you want and hope it to be Wendy. Look forward to hearing all about it when you get back. That is quite the load you carry, but hope you all can come up with a way to bring your chair! Stay safe and enjoy the adventure. 🙂👍🙏

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks dusty rose- Didnt bring the chair and had help with my back weight- more to come- but i did make it!

Well done Wendy and very informative!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks Jim

Have a great trip 🇨🇦

Enjoy your time with the family, always enjoying your videos

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thats very much

Excellent video Wendy, especially for us newbies! Have a wonderful and safe trip with your family and I look forward to hearing all about it when you're back! Cheers darlin and as always, safe and happy travels!

@wendyoutdoors2230

13 күн бұрын

Thank you! You too!

Very helpful info. Thank you

Best of luck on your trip, Wendy. Looking forward to hearing how it went.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks - just home- tired but happy

@bcworth444

14 күн бұрын

I was worried about you in this heat wave. Glad you're home safe and sound :)

Have a great trip with your family!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks Edna

Excellent advice. Ty!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

That's a very nice tent. I've been examining it for future purchase.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

It is a great tent from my perspective .

I can't wait to hear about the trip!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

totally- will do . thanks

This is great. Thank you.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

to you as well Marilyn

You are the sweetest and calm person on KZread. I like your videos 🙏 Happy trails 🎉

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you very much

Love your gear set up! I have a 50L Gregory pack too, having less volume definitely helps prevent me from over packing! Have a fun trip!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank youn Sam

Take your chair, you will use it, thanks for the video, you make good videos, great shots.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks so much for your good wishes

Great video Wendy. I look forward to your hike. 😊

Have a great time!!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

Very cool, Wendy Outdoors!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

Have a fabulous trip! Love the painting behind you - local artist?

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Yes, Misha Smart- wonderful young women

Have a great time, be safe. I love watching your videos

@wendyoutdoors2230

13 күн бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

Sweet job, enjoy, and so looking forward to your trip video be smart and enjoy ❤❤❤

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

will do my best- thanks

have a good time

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

hope to thank you

Be safe have fun

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks you

Another excellent video and suggestions Wendy. Sounds like you're off on another great adventure with your family. Enjoy the weather and fresh air.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

will do Glenn- thanks

Wendy, you’re a thing of beauty and a joy forever! ❤️👏👏 I am so glad I now know you carry bear repellant. Don’t know why I never asked. Y’all have a great family camping trip and look forward to your next video!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks so much Jan-

Great review of your gear for this trip Wendy. I hope it went well and that you enjoyed your hiking and camping trip with your family!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Thanks so much Kathleen- just home, it went well. I had lots and lots of help . Very challenging but still in one piece. more to come re that, not sure when

@HikingWithKathleen

13 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 Congratulations...glad it went well Wendy. Looking forward to your video.

This video was so helpful! Thank you so much Wendy!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

you are most welcome

Thank you Wendy!

❤

All great advice and gear Wendy I always carried fleece pants instead of long underwear they are more comfy and are great for hanging around camp.If you use a plastic Lawn trash bag on the inside of your pack everything will stay dry and works so much better than a pack cover most long distance hikers use the trash bag method .Instead of the chair maybe one of those mini foam pads I carried one and it made a good seat also a wind screen, dog bed, pillow etc.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

As always Gary- thanks for the great ideas. I did have a foam pad but didn't think of using it for other things as you mentioned. The chair did not make the cut🙁

@garylines5755

14 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 I think thermarest makes a mini pad I used it for my dog and then started bringing it for me I used it for a floor mat in front of my tent door also.

Good video Wendy, thanks for sharing

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I see some Misha Smart art! 🖌️

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

absolutely- I used to live on Piers Island

Thanks Wendy. I will be passing this on to my daughter who was just bitten by the backpacking bug

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks very much Barry- Hope it helps her little bit

Love it can’t wait to see you next video

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

i look forward to sharing it with you when done.

Have a great trip! Enjoyed your loadout and look forward to your next video.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

There she is!!!!! Sorry Wendy for being late, I got sick again. 22 pound pack?! Holy smokes that's heavy!!! As for packing your pack, I know how you do it! You're a Tetris Master!!😂 My husband is the same way. Me, I am not so great at it. My husband and I hope you enjoy your trip!!! Be safe and well dear lady.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you- yes, the pack was too heavy. thankfully my family is strong! They helped.

Thank you for sharing 😃

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

my pleasure

Your back packing gear tutorial was fun to watch. I haven't backpacked since the 1990s but still enjoy watching your video about it. I wish you and your family a fun back pack trip! 🗻🏕🌈 I can't wait to watch the video of your adventure! Jenny

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thanks Jenny

Very nice and informative video Wendy ❤👍 Looking forward to see more outdoors adventures

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you. looking forward to doing more.

❤❤❤❤❤❤ You Wendy!!!

@wendyoutdoors2230

10 күн бұрын

Thanks

Isn’t it amazing that all that fits in your backpack and only 22 lbs! Good stuff (haha, that’s a bit of a pun ;)

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Well Cathy, I confess that with all the elevation I had to climb it was far too much for this old gal !!!

@cathymitchell7369

14 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 well, I know how tough elevation can be as I have backpacked on the Appalachian Trail but not for 10 yrs now. I like to say we don’t slow down as we get older, we just get a lot smarter and don’t do crazy things!

@cathymitchell7369

13 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 it looks like me response didn’t send :( Hope you’re not seeing this twice. Anyway, I totally understand as I have backpacked on the Appalachian Trail a few times and those elevations are hard!! I haven’t backpacked first 10 yrs now :(

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Don't know anyone who backpack's, n I never have but i do glamp camp, so this is interesting. 🍻

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Whole new world for sure. However, nothing wrong with glamping- i do that too

Just came across your channel yesterday I really enjoy your videos. Your cabin on the lake is beautiful & cozy looking.i love nature I'm from upstate NY in the Adirondacks & lived in Vermont for years. I love camping (tent), kayaking, fishing etc... We have a 2 year old & a 8 month old so camping in a tent is a challenge. Our 2 year old unfortunately isn't a fan. But we set up in the woods behind our house & camped a couple weeks ago. My 2 oldest camped with me (I have 2 older boys not biologically my husband's) 16 & 12 year old boys. We love cooking & making coffee on the camp fire too. We are making a trip out to Green Lake this weekend to kayak and swim. Have you ever been there? The lake is so beautiful with its unique color. What state are you in? What states do you camp in?

@BeautyBeauty-di8xq

11 күн бұрын

Green Lake in Fayetteville NY

@wendyoutdoors2230

10 күн бұрын

I live on Vancouver Island west coast of Canada. Your story reminds me of my past with young kids and tents. Have a great time with your family

😄😄😄 Cheers.

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

thank you

@Seamus3051

14 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 Rightous gratitude M'lady. Always enjoy youe KZread presentations. Stay well & safe and have a wonderful time on your upcoming venture. Cheers.:-)

☺️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

You don’t need a bear canister for your food? And, what is a bear banger?

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

I don't need a bear canister if the park provides bear hangs or food caches. If not I carry cordage to make my own bear hang- A bear banger is a device which you screw a cartridge to . When it is released it makes a sound like a gun shot. Very loud, it deters wildlife if it is some distance from you. Bear spray is what I have for a closer encounter. Thankfully haven't needed either.

THANKS WENDY FOR THIS VIDEO. I DON'T CAMP OR HIKE @ THIS TIME, BUT LIKE TO BE IN THE KNOW IF I WERE TO. CAN YOU EXPLAIN A, BEAR BANG STICK & PELLETS??? I THINK I KNOW. SO HOW DOES IT WORK & HOW DOES IT AFFECT THE BEAR???? WILL BE LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR CAMPING EXPERENCE W/YOUR FAMILY!! ** HOPE YOU GOT T GET YOUR CHAIR TO COME ALONG??? Do take care. Fl., USA

@wendyoutdoors2230

10 күн бұрын

A bear banger is a small device which can make a loud noise like a gun shot in hopes of scaring the bear away. Most successful if used while the bear is a good distance away. Bear spray is used when the bear is approaching directly.

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In one of your videos you mentioned your “food cache”. Do you have a video that describes that and how you manage it? Much thanks!

@wendyoutdoors2230

4 күн бұрын

It is a welded aluminum box on legs that the parks people install it locks with a carabiner sorry don’t have a photo keeps critters out.

Is there a backpack that has some kind of pouch that you can sling over to the front to adjust the weight when going up hill? I'm old enough that I think about gravity wherever I go, LOL😆

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

I have not seen one like that- sorry

😊

God speed Wendy!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

many thanks

Hi. Just found your video. Will be going to Newfoundland at the end of this month for about three months. I still wonder how many t-shirts i should bring along. How many pairs of socks... You convinced me to get wool ones. But won't they chafe my feet at the beginning? P.S. Ever done the T'Railway trail in Canada? Thank you!

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

Newfoundland is very very far from where I live on the west coast so sadly I have no idea about appropriate clothing there. Wool socks are great and if they are Morino wool or good quality hiking sicks they are not itchy and don't chafe. The trans Canada trial is not really something I have ever done. Where I live much of it is on roads and through towns or down highways with some actual trails along the way. I have hit spots of it but never done it seriously. I hope you have a wonderful time in Newfoundland It is supposed to be very beautiful and friendly

@Guillermo-ym5yn

14 күн бұрын

@@wendyoutdoors2230 Thank you! Will have to return to Chilliwack one day... They have some 26 trails... Thank you!

What's the name of your Trail running shoes

@wendyoutdoors2230

14 күн бұрын

they are Altra- Lone Peaks