You and your friends are the reason I started kayak camping with my friends.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Man that is so cool to hear!! Thank you for sharing that

@gerardovillarreal6681

Ай бұрын

How do you get back to where you launched from once you've reached the end? ​@GatewoodBrown

It’s things like this that make you just appreciate and enjoy life. Great memories to look back on down the road.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better myself. Thank you!

I just saw this randomly and Man this reminds me of when me and my friends used to go up and down Guadalupe back in the 90’s. A couple of them are no longer with us but the memories are eternal. Thank you very much.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I’m stoked these brought back some old memories! Maybe y’all should get a reunion trip together out there

@michaelmaltese939

2 жыл бұрын

I remember you. I was the guy was 14 and on acid and had never been to New Braunfels or the Guadalupe River and when I saw the water was so beautiful I was barefooted I jumped out and took off running and when that cold hit me I went into shock and in the sharp rocks on my feet and down with the current I went a bunch of bikers had to grab me that was a trip

Editing skills and quality of your work is out of this world.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that, Zach!

Awesome. I bought the Remote Backpack as a start to starting my dream of kayaking and Trail excursions. I'm excited.🏞🌄🛶🥾

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting the channel! I hope your adventures are made better by it. Cheers!

I grew up trekking and fishing on the Guadalupe. Thanks for reminding me of my childhood.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Very cool region to explore as a child. I’m sure it hasn’t changed too much once you’re actually on the river!

I've gotta say gatewood, I have a love for kayaking, a love for GOOD coffee, and a love for hammock camping but when you mix all of them together. This is priceless my friend!! Especially when surrounded with good friends!

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Haha I totally agree man! Probably why that combo is basically every one of my videos haha

@foxhoundoutdoor8431

2 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown definitely one heck of a vibe to catch and ride out brother! 🤙 I'll have to get out and tube the San Marcos river this summer! Haha

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

@@foxhoundoutdoor8431 love that phrase. I’ll have to start using ‘ride out the vibe’. Have fun on the SM! It’s a party out there

@foxhoundoutdoor8431

2 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown a patch, sticker, or Tshirt. With "ride out the vibe🤙" on it, I'd buy it! Haha

@perfectleveladventurefishi619

Жыл бұрын

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You have a great crew men to enjoy nature with. Sooo much fun

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

I agree man. Very thankful for these dudes!

13:20 the slowmo of your friends 🥺🙏 Truly incredible experiences you guys are having!

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I enjoy taking moments like those because it’s easy not to appreciate what we’ve been blessed with. Hopefully it’s something we never stop

"these moments are fleeting" You're so right. I wish I had done more stuff like this in my younger years before kids came along. Love seeing you and your buddies out there making memories. Just a month ago I did my first kayak/canoe camping trip with a couple buddies on the Brazos (PK to Hwy 4). I hadn't seen one of the guys in years. We picked up right where we left off and had a great trip. Your videos were part of my research on the packing and planning. Thanks for sharing your experiences and knowledge with us.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That line was kind of sad to realize, but makes you appreciate the surroundings even more. With life getting more busy each year we are trying to squeeze in as much as possible. Isn't it cool how paddling can reconnect you with old friends like time hasn't passed? That's one of the best things about it. Thanks for tuning in, Josh!

@joshinfwtx4506

3 жыл бұрын

you, River Kings, and Headwater Kayak are all tied as my favorite paddling channels. The positive attitude of you, Dan, and Pete is motivating and encouraging and that's what keeps me tuned in.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@joshinfwtx4506 those are all solid channels. I’ve messaged with dan and his level of knowledge is pretty wild. Same with Pete! I was fortunate enough to do a trip with Pete as well. Dan offered to have me out to the west coast so I’m looking forward to making that happen as well.

@joshinfwtx4506

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown now you're just making me jealous ;-)

@kristin3613

3 жыл бұрын

Take your kids . Teach them while theyre young !

The bald cypress trees make Texas rivers some of the most beautiful.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

I agree. They’re so unique and lend very well to camping!

Summer is back!

@davidkarr9952

3 жыл бұрын

would like to go back out to buffalo river this fall, but might have to hold till spring next year... thinking about neches because i just bought property out there.

@BlueEffigy

3 жыл бұрын

South llano, upper Guadalupe and putting together a Florida trip I tend to do more biking and hiking in the fall and winter.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidkarr9952 the good ole neches! Big thicket is an underrated spot

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@BlueEffigy yeah most people shy away from rivers during winter. Can’t blame them! It can get cold real quick if you fall in

@joshinfwtx4506

3 жыл бұрын

I'm stuck close to home which means day trips on the Trinity, Brazos, Benbrook Lake and Lake Worth.

Y'all bro's are Lucky to have a great bunch of bro's that like to kayak together and explore. Awesome man. Keep it up.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so thankful for the bros. They’re what keep these trips fun!

Another amazing adventure. Thanks for all the work you do to capture, edit and share this.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching all of the videos TFC! With you all there’s no community to upload these for

Living for vicariously through you guys❤❤

@GatewoodBrown

Ай бұрын

We are glad to have you along for the ride!

Awesome video Gatewood!! Beautiful river and your buddies and espresso and good food and hammocks. What else could you ask for. Now that’s how you have fun in the outdoors!! 👍👍

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Jason! I wish the water was cleaner (usually is) but everything else was on point! Still need to get up to KY or have you down here for a paddle.

Excellent video! I know the exact feeling of the last day at camp. That bittersweet feeling as if the party is ending, for the moment at least. I've lived in Central Texas for 28 years. I appreciate all your efforts showing yet another side of this beautiful state. Excited for the next one. Cheers!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you MM! I really appreciate you taking the time watch the video. The state definitely doesn’t get enough love in the outdoors community (outside of TX outdoorsmen). It’s one of the best in the union in that regard. Packing up camp is never fun, but the promise of returning makes the burn hurt a little less

So glad I was shown your channel, these videos really capture those unforgettable moments that are just magical. I just got a kayak recently and I'm so stoked to start getting out there and hopefully camp soon. Your content is really inspiring to watch, keep it up!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That means a lot! Like you said, we are all chasing memories and being able to put them into video form has been awesome. We will keep them coming!

damm bro that was super cool and you got a good bunch of friends there as well

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

We’re definitely fortunate to have these buddies around

I just found your channel, and subscribed. I love Kayaking here on the James and the Chicahominy! I just love your videography! And the way you tell a story. And as I really am not a fan of Texas, your videos are changing my mind. I think a trip out that way is coming in the future.

@GatewoodBrown

4 ай бұрын

Thank you James! Welcome to the community, stoked to have you apart of it. I live sharing these kayak camping videos and I’m excited for the uploads to come this year. Should be a pretty stout back catalog for ya to enjoy in the time being! Texas can be stunning for sure!

This is definitely my favorite video of yours.! Great story and quality! Im sitting here watching it before I go in to have a tooth pulled lol! Good one Gatewood!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you, PCF! I always appreciate seeing you in the comments, hopefully that tooth pulling went well. Cheers!

another great adventure and video, your very lucky to have a bunch of friends that can go and experience this with you! Really enjoy your trips, thanks so much for sharing!!! w.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Walt! Yessir I feel very fortunate to have these guys for trips

Another great video Gatewood. Can’t wait for the next one!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, mirto! The next one is underway this weekend!!

I really love your kayak camping. It is amazing!! Love your video ,too 👍👍

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It’s been a fun outlet to connect with nature!

Another great and well filmed adventure. Everyone should have a band of buddies like you have.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much George! I sure do feel fortunate that we’ve been able to stay together for so oong

Great narration good friends good times can't wait to hit the rivers to Camp

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Kelly! Camping on the river is a blast

Great video of the camping trip. Nothing quite like a river trip.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you WF! The river is always a welcoming place. Just need to get better at fishing haha

yup a trip like this is definitely something that i have to do. thanks for the awesome edit cheers

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in!

What a dope video! Looks like yall had an awesome time on the Guadalupe. It sure does have my heart!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great place!

What an awesome video and experience; keep 'em coming.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bruce! More on the way

Thanks for bringing us on such an epic trip. I'm gonna show this to my pals and try to convince them to buy some kayaks.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

Y'all absolutely have to give it a try!

Great video! My wife and I love the Guadalupe and have toobed every part of the lower part many many times. We are looking into kayaking and eventually kayak camping and these videos are very inspiring. Keep up the great work!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you SA! Each section of the guad feels so different. The upper is night and day from the lower. Definitely worth checking out

Good medicine Gatewood! Looked like a great trip with plenty of coffee!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Hey KW!! Yessir the outdoors cure a lot. Man...the crew has gotten really into coffee lately haha

Paddling through the State Park is fun. People all out in the water and you just paddle through. They are all looking at you and you are just nodding and paddling. LOL I thought of the scene in Young Guns where they ride the horses through the Indian sacred grounds after doing peyote. "They can't see us, we're in the spirit world" LOL

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I love just passing through and waving. People are always like where did you come from. Great scene!

You guys are inspirational and awesome!!! I will be floating camping on the Buffalo River 35 miles starting tomorrow.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much! Enjoy the Buffalo, I’ve heard it’s amazing!

I’ve been to all these rivers, but watching your video has inspired me to kayak on them.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It gives you a whole new perspective!

Simple and Classy.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lynda!

Awesome video, Gatewood. Thanks man, really enjoyed it. I am paddling the San Marcos river starting at Spencer's Canoes in Martindale. Taking out about 5 miles down stream. This is my second paddle.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom! Glad to see you’re out there paddling. The San Marcos is on our short list to do

This is the best cinematic camping trip I’ve ever seen. Well done keep them coming

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Matt! Means a lot

Really Nice video and Beautiful nature.Enjoyed It Very Much. Looking foreward for more. 🤗🤗🤗

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve got one in the editing bag as we speak!

@EventyrsorenDenmark

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown Cool 🤗🤗🤗

Ahh to find friends like this, quite magical

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely feel fortunate!

Beautiful. Very relaxing. Thank you for sharing.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Janet! Summer kayaking definitely delivers on the relaxing aspect. Cheers!

The Guadalupe is so beautiful. I've spent many a day kayaking it. Those cypress trees on the sides, its just so peaceful. The furthest downstream ive made it was Victoria. This video got me wanting to get back on that river bad lol. Another good video my man

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It sure is TOF! That was my first time spending considerable time out there and we will definitely be going back. Thanks for watching!

Great adventure and video. Thanks for sharing.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for tuning in!

Just came across your channel and I really enjoy your videos. I also love the storytelling you do too! Keep it up!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! These videos are all about the story. Just trying to convey what all went down

Love the barstool style camp food reviews. Dave would be proud

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Haha we definitely found some inspiration from them. Had to cut a few parts out too lol

Great friends making great memories, priceless!

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

This is the truth! So thankful for all these excursions

Would love to see a separate video of all your put in and take outs on the rivers you run..?

another beauty. I need to get down to Texas for some kayaking

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Amos! We sure do have some awesome rivers

That bocon burger looked 10 /10

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

It was. Fire grilled on the river after a long day makes it taste that much better too

Enjoyed the video, looked awesome

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I can resonate with your username...

Great video can’t wait for the next one! And maybe some more crunchy burgers!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to get back out there with you guys! Such a solid time downing those crunchy bergs haha

I feel like I’m repetitive with each of your vids, but you continue to raise the bar with awesome trips and top notch editing and production! I’ve slipped into hunting mode, but now you have me jonesing for a fall paddle!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Man I really appreciate that. It’s a lot of work but so worth it when the community gets to watch. If we get some rain you’ll definitely have to go for a paddle!

Beautiful trip, I would do it in a heartbeat. Too far away, for now. Thanks for sharing.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, OS! Wait for some rains to fall and then make the trek. It's all pretty low right now.

@TheOutdoorSeeker

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown I am in Canada, that far. Next paddle for me will be in the spring.

You guys are my faveourit kind of crazy and i love it ❤❤❤❤❤

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

That means a lot thank you!

Love your channel and love Texas

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Texas has endless opportunities for adventure

We did some camping out at Guadalupe River State park back in September. I was half expecting to run into you out there! Great video!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard great things about that park! I guess we would’ve been just a few miles away from you out there. Maybe one day we will run into you!

You lads would enjoy Ireland. Nothing quite like this emerald isle to kayak and wild camp; from the oceans, coastlines and islands, rivers and lakes - full of hidden relics. Literally thousands of miles of adventures in a mystical land. Yet, when I'm out there...I see no fellow kayaker adventurers enjoying it. Time to bring it alive.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

I’d love to do some exploring in Ireland! I may go there sometime next year as my sister is moving to Scotland. I’ve heard right to roam is a thing there too. Pretty cool!

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

@@damienmayne7205 oh that would be wild to explore at night! Kudos to you for that

@damienmayne7205

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown Go get yourself a pair, they're but 200 dollars. Called 'Nightfox Swift' on a site youtube won't let me name, but begins with A and is the largest rainforest in the world haha. Thank me later. Now you lads will now all be out at night instead of daytime with your NV on ha! The animal kingdom comes alive at night. Everything is awake and active. From the ocean, to the rivers, and forests. It's thriving with life at night. You wouldn't believe the things I've seen. I'm going for a 10 mile night paddle to see porpoises, seals, otters, owls, badgers, foxes tonight. Amazing experience!!

When I'm backpacking I like to conserve weight, and it just makes more sense to bring pre-ground coffee and a stainless mesh tea ball. For the logistics of that grinder and press, I can bring a six month supply of coffee, and the water filtration for it lol.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a good system! We enjoy coffee a lot and are willing to bring the extra weight for that. Everyone has different priorities which I think is cool!

Another awesome video, You need to hit the coast again for the Fall Flounder run.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Danny! I just might have a trip getting planned right now.

Those HEB fresh burgers are awesome!!! Great video!!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are! Might’ve picked some up for this weekend too lol

Dude said "grown as individuals" on a 2 night camping trip!!!🤣🤣

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s unfortunate you don’t grow, learn and develop on short trips like this. If you aren’t growing it’s your own fault for not trying.

@Scott-by9ks

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown You made it sound like a life milestone. But, maybe I am being overly judgmental. Everyones life experiences are different. While in the military I had to explain things that I never thought I would have to explain to another legal adult. Please don't let my cynicism rob you of the excitement of learning and experiencing something new. Be happy.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It’s all good Scott! Everyone’s journey is different and while this was an easy trip, we still learned a thing or two. For instance, our breakfast tacos. That was a new concept and worked out very well. We had a good crew for sure, luckily nothing was a surprise but I hear ya, some adults do need coddling.

@juanmend98

3 жыл бұрын

lol. Cool video with very cringey dialog/ narrating.

Love your videos mate

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stephen!

Another great vid!! I got a crew hitting Village Creek for my first kayak camp trip!! Thanks for the motivation to get out there!

@Matt-rt9ws

3 жыл бұрын

just did village creek last weekend it was beautiful.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! Yessir I get motivated by other people’s videos as well

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

VC is where it’s at!

@johnpartain6757

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown we got back from a 2 day kayak and camp on VC! It was SO FUN! Got caught in a storm that poured on us but there was a beauty and thrill even in that experience. Camped on the perfect sand beach spot. Learned a lot from this first experience and can't wait for the next time!

I'm pretty sure I saw our swimming hole for just a couple of seconds at the Knibbe Ranch. Great spot.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

So cool! Lots of amazing scenery on this stretch

This was a beautiful narration of a kayaking Adventure through a beautiful place with great friends. I just happened to come across one of the videos a couple of days ago and it was so fascinating. I have been checking out other videos and they all really good with beautiful views I'm going to subscribe because I feel like I'm on the adventure also.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this kind comment! We are fortunate to have these places to visit and friends to go with. Welcome to the community!

I just started kayaking and I was looking for videos and came across yours awesome! Videos

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Oh right on! Glad to have ya as a part of the channel! Kayaking is so rewarding, I know you’ll love it

@irenefitzgerald5175

2 жыл бұрын

I am hooked

I see you made it to our neck of the woods. Cheers

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Yessir! These are your stomping grounds. Didn’t have much luck fishing but we also didn’t try that hard lol

This group seems like they would be a load of fun! Enjoyed the video, Gatewood.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

They’re a blast brad! Everyone kept high spirits even when the going got tough

@mountainsmoore3657

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown Kinda reminds me of a much younger group of the guys that I go with...we call ourselves "Bite Me Expeditions." It s a long story...but our motto is, "Bite Me Expeditions -Made Possible by Ibuprofen!"

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I can dig it. Social media has been great for getting groups together for paddling. We haven’t reached the painkiller stage but I’m sure it’s coming

@mountainsmoore3657

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown My group of guys are Mostly lifelong friends. Four of us are/were teachers, one engineer, one journalist, and one master fabricator. We've made at least one big trip per year for the past 8 or so years. Some of these guys I grew up with, and some of them were actually my teachers!

Wonderful video. I will definitely takes some cues of yours and try to apply to my video making. Cheers

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Heb ftw baby!!!😆🤠👍🏼👍🏼

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Always! Haha

I am 60 years old now. I am not sure how that happened so quickly. I used to run these rivers. But beer was for breakfast along with actual breakfast. It was a better time then.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh some things don’t change with the generations! Haha

Love the video! Thank you for bringing us such great content. I'm in the state above you and would love to go on a kayaking trip with you at some point!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It's my pleasure, Jamie! We love going on these trips and putting edits together.

Hey man how's it going. Great video man enjoy watching it. I love watching these videos with you and your buddies get together for a trip. I Member what 1 did back in June for Father's Day when both of my feet were in the cast. it was only a day but it was a lot of fun and I did enjoyed it. My fall kayaking probably just going to be in my local River if I can do that. I've been Trucking 🚛 so hard with this hurricane relief that I am dying to go kayaking. You know you've been Trucking 🚛 too long when your body starts to hurt from Trucking 🚛.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mack! Always glad to have you watching. Haha you need to escape the truck and get on the river for an afternoon. Stick in there!!

@mackjenkins7721

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrownyou are welcome man I love watching. I'm definitely hanging in there. My wife is a District boss for her team in the hurricane relief and it's about to be over. She is about to schedule an appointment for me to come pick her up and her equipment. When I get her back home I have a couple of vacation days and am getting on the water.

I have to try one of those burgers . Great trip , can't wait till I can get out there . Up to 10 pounds now I'll be good to go by spring . Have a good one my friend .

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Man...the premade burgers at HEB are out of this world. My favorite's to be completely honest. Spring is a great time to go and not too far away.

Paddled 26 miles of the Llano last weekend. Thought about trying the Guadalupe next so this is perfect motivation. Houston based so I'm looking for closer options than the 5 hours to the Llano. Looking forward to what comes next!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

You really put in the miles! The Guad is a great balance between distance from Houston and solid Hill Country paddling. The Llano is awesome but way the heck out there.

this is the real guadalupe. the other video from five months back was 'technically' the guadalupe but its the gruene river... a small 2 hr lazy river. its cool but this route is the real thing. glad to see you guys found it.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how different the two sections are. Both are fun! The 'Gruene River' has bigger rapids but the upper stretches are more scenic without all of the commercialization.

@pookienumnums

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown for sure! Looking forward to warmer weather already!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@pookienumnums Same here!

Another great edit. I’ll bet you guys were hot those nights!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Caleb! Ya know, it was just at the end of summer when the evenings were starting to cool off enough not to sweat all night haha. Definitely used a summer weight sleeping bag though

Alright man we need a breakdown of all these coffee gadgets you got going on.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be doing a series on that! Probably this fall

Sheer poetry. I should be so lucky.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

KZread content at it's best.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that Ryan!

I recognize your put in spot. It is check point for the Texas Water Safari. My son and friend did the Texas Water Safari this year and I was part of their support team. Tough race.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

This one is above the Texas water Safari! Cool race though! Was it fun to support them?

@bradralph3317

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown I was a gruling exiciting four days. Starts in San Marcus and ends in Sea Drift. They finished, they never capsized, it was epic.

@bradralph3317

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown It was a good time, but very difficult for a first time partispants. My son and his canoe buddy did the entire Mississippi in 2019.

@bradralph3317

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown I would have never missed the opertunity to support my son and his adventures.

@bradralph3317

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown They did not have a race canoe - just a borrowed Old Town plastic canoe. It was heavy and slow. But they finished. 260 miles - 96 hours

Dude, I love your videos, such great adventures! I wish my friends were this adventurist, 99% my adventures are solo. Cheers to yall!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sean! You should check out local paddling groups. They’re constantly planning trips like this

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown I'm relocating to Spartanburg SC, from Cleveland Ohio, in 10 days so that was more or less my plan.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@ I bet you’ll find a lot of outdoorsman in SC. Have fun out there!

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown I'm looking forward to it. I'll be about 45 mins away from Pisgah National Forest, lots of mountain biking, and hiking too.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@ That'll be amazing! Pisgah is the epicenter of outdoors in that region. Definitely jealous of all the MTB to be done.

This video may cost me some money. Just sent to my buddies and looking to add summer kayaking to our winter snowboarding trips. Awesome videos🤙

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Haha that’s what I like to hear! And I know what ya mean…I watch videos and constantly gear up lol

The bridge they where under in the beginning is in near boerne. I used to go to that same spot all the time as a kid!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That bridge is a great access point!

Nothing like Humboldt County my man lost coast were I was born an raised been to many states nothing like Humboldt County trees rivers fishing camping the water is so clear you can see right threw it growing up here iv found some true fairy tail spots

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

California has some great outdoors!

Fish the area between your takeout and the 2nd campsite pretty frequently. Sometimes take my paddle board and go upstream from there.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful spot for sure! Any fish?

@brbeckTX

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown Mostly smaller stuff of just about every type you would expect but nothing to get to excited for.. at least not yet.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@brbeckTX yeah it seems like there’s a lot of structure for fish to hang out on but the water was pretty muddy during season

great video! love this shit!

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Can you do a video on you cooler/cooking setup? How do you keep things cold on these trips? How do you cook while keeping weight and space down? Love the videos!!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea! I will certainly do that. I’ve got a few hacks that may help extend refrigeration times too

A couple buddies and I are planning a trip there at the end of March was wondering if I could get some info on the place. Trying to find best place to enter into the river and where you can or cannot camp that kinda stuff. Awesome videos!!

Big fan of your channel and work man and a fellow Texan and kayak camper/YTer! But man, as a WFR and Whitewater Rescue Tech, it’s a huge no no to paddle at night especially on unfamiliar waters brother. Have seen enough horrible events with experienced paddlers during the day on popular waters, just would hate for something to happen to you or your crew man! And we can’t forget it’s putting it out there for the viewers that “it’s ok” to do stuff like this/giving bad info. I mean all the best man and really enjoyed this video otherwise and your excellent cinematography as always! Look forward to the next video!!!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my man! I also have to say that I’ve been a fan of your channel as well. You buffalo river videos were so well done and constantly get recommended to me haha. Totally agree about night paddling. I had scouted something very close to the launch so our plan was to only go a matter of yards during the evening sun. Turns out it the site wasn’t ideal and we were running late so we had to push on at night. From here on out I think we will just camp at the launch or shoot for an early morning drive instead of night paddling. I really appreciate you taking the time to write out that comment, I bet a lot of people will see it and learn a thing or two. Stay safe out there!

@TheBeardedBurton

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown that’s awesome man, had no idea you had seen some of my stuff, thanks for that! I totally get it man, every year that Buffalo trip rolls around, Mother Nature changes our plans haha but that’s part of the fun. I hope I wasn’t sounding like a jerk man, honestly best intentions. But you guys rolled with punches which sometimes all you can do. Man, we should try and get together sometime and do a trip!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Rolling with the punches is just a fact when it comes to river camping. Yeah we should! I’ve been wanting to head up north one of these days

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s spot on red wolf. Tons and tons of planning and prep goes into these trips. While on the river it’s even more important to be intentional. We were always in control but like you said, sometimes it’s better not to risk it. Hope you’ve been well!

@TheBeardedBurton

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown let me know man, we can get something awesome planned

That area kind of reminds me of a combination of Arizona and Florida Florida with spring-fed river in the cypress trees Arizona with the semi desert like Terrain two of my favorite States

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I totally agree! Definitely a unique landscape

I love the Guadalupe river but it's low flow, the best part is just after it combines with the Comal in New Braunfels, it becomes higher flow and pretty clear after that because the comal is crystal clear.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s pretty low right now even though historically it is one of the better flowing rivers in the area

"Usually if it's crunch it's overcooked" sir, let me introduce you to my friend smash burgers.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Smash burger does make a tasty burger haha

Awesome guys im foing a 60miles trip down the brazos.3 days 2 nights. Fish and camp. I should post it

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Dang that’s a huge trip. Have fun! You’ll maybe think about doing a little less mileage if you plan on fishing too

When hiking, yacking etc the things that go wrong ever so slightly are the things that you talk about forever. I've stayed in some five-star hotels and I hardly remember them but I've also gone the wrong way on an ever-glades yak journey and even with the GPS it took quite a while to get out of there. Well looking back we laugh our asses off.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great perspective! We always laugh and retell stories of our struggles. And there are plenty of them lol

Good edit bro.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, nick! I’ve been enjoying yours as well

Some of those guys look familiar. Great Video!!!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Haha you shoulda seen the crazy guy eating minnows! Lol good times my man

@pepadepew26

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown dang that would have been epic

Fantastic video! What do you do about stuff falling out of your kayak? It looks like your stuff is just laying in it without any straps.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Well ideally everything should be bolted down. But flows are pretty low so I haven’t flipped in a long time. Wants it gets gnarly I’ll definitely be strapping down

Great video! Where did you put in and where did you pull out? How many portages?

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Barbara! This is out towards comfort. No portaging required on this trip