As a native Texan that grew up enjoying all the wonderful rivers in Texas! The frio is one of the last “cleaner” rivers in the entire state. Please visit and enjoy, but do not take glass onto the river and take out everything you brought in!! ❤️

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

The Frio is immaculate. Was just out there this weekend actually. Totally agree about the glass, it needs to stay at home

@Sabbathissaturday

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown - there are so many people that don’t think twice about letting their trash stay in the river!

@Sabbathissaturday

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown - I remember when the Guadalupe looked like the Frio.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sabbathissaturday wow that’s crazy to think about. The guad is so commercialized these days. The Frio is too far in the middle of nowhere to ever get that busy year round, I hope...

@bretthardin9239

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown its gotten pretty bad too loud in the summer way too crowded.On to campwood shhhhhhh

This has been an annual family tradition since my father was a child. I started going here when I was 4 years old. I dream about being there everyday. I’m now 36 and we still spend a week here every summer...#greatestplaceonearth #welcometotexas

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

That’s a very cool story! I’d imagine going there for 30 years now has been quite wild to see it change. Maybe one day you can retire out on the river. Wouldn’t that be amazing

@southtexas_gunslingin1964

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Im 41 and been going to Frio since I was 6 months. Bees Camp(No longer there🥺), Frio Country, Camp Riverview. I take kids there every summer as well. Just not on the weekends. It gets too packed.

12:50 mark, the water sparkled like jewels. Having never been to Texas I am amazed at the beauty. WOW

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It's amazing out there! I want to say a lot of people overlook Texas' rivers. When there's actually water in them we have a blast! Unfortunately it doesn't rain as much as other parts of the US.

@lukeirwin6827

4 жыл бұрын

Think that’s sweet , You ought to see the 14 springs that start the west prong of the Frio , they all come into one deep pool , at the time they did this vid I know there’s one spring there that would flow like coming out a 8” water main pipe and shoot out about 10ft , crystal clear you can see down over 50ft I’m told that that area was scarced land to Indians and they would gather there every year , several old Indian paintings on the cliff walls nearby . It’s all on private property , so hopefully the beauty and history there will remain .

@TVWEEVIE

3 жыл бұрын

You should come. But be warned. You may never leave!! 😂 Texas is the best!!!

I learned to swim in this beautiful river when I was 3 years old. ❤️

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

What an incredible place to learn! I’d imagine it’s changed a lot over the years

@GwenMotoGirl

4 жыл бұрын

Gatewood Brown it has! And yet the river still flows. 😉 That was 57 years ago.

@gerald4133

4 жыл бұрын

Gwen my kids can swim so-so, I have teens. My cousin & his two sons drown back East. Appreciate you learned early. My oldest is back East he took lessons at a pool in Hawaii.

@gerald4133

4 жыл бұрын

Really clear & beautiful!

@GwenMotoGirl

4 жыл бұрын

gerald 413 oh my gosh. I’m so sorry about your cousin and sons. Please accept my condolences.

You guys make this look so much fun. You are blessed to have a group of guys to hang out with

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Very thankful for sure. Good friends and a wonderful river are hard to neat

How can I not visit this beautiful river, I live in Texas. I'm adding it to the list. Stunning...

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It’s incredible out there! Check out garner state park and go in the off season. During summer it’s always a madhouse

@kevin02727

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown We go to garner pretty much yearly. My favorite trip was right after it rained and the river was really high. I recommend going after a flood

@abracadabrarecordstv7555

3 жыл бұрын

I can see why you haven’t been there. But, you forgot to mention, it’s further from El Paso to Dallas, then from El Paso to California. So depending where you live in Texas, just getting there might be a factor. Texas is a big state🤘🏼

@thinkaboutit6029

3 жыл бұрын

I just realized the same thing. Did u go yet?

@bryanhoppe1481

2 ай бұрын

Been there many times. But, how could you not go in the late spring when everything is green And warmer weather? Makes the cold Frio waters so much better

The little Walmart Kayaks! hahaha great video! looks incredible. can't wait to do the same trip.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Logan! Oh those sun dolphins are a piece of work. Now we always give it to the rookie “baptism by fire”. The Frio flow is terrible but hopefully this weekends rain changes that!

I've been binge watching your videos and the smiles were the whole story! Great video. On with watching more! Thank you for making us feel like we were right there in a boat with all of you!

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! Definitely fortunate to have record of these memories. I’m glad you were along for the ride!

Fantastic video gents! Looked like an amazing time. We are so blessed to have the Hill Country here in Texas!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Right on my man! It was truly a blast. The hill country is so unique and I’m so glad to have it as our playground!

Your videos have been such an inspiration to me. Thank you for posting. I'm homesick for Texas!

Just started kayaking, have fallen in love with it. I learn a lot from your videos. Thanks for sharing!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! Kayaking is such a wonder way to spend a day, or weekend. I appreciate you dropping by!

Love the artistry of your film. This is a neighboring town to my family’s hometown and I greatly appreciate how much you appreciate what a treasure it is.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much! Your family was fortunate to grow up near these wonderful places. The Frio is a treasure and we hope it stays that way

combining three of my favorite things; camping, yaking, and OUTDOORS! great vid, thanks for sharing

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks gab! Man those three things are pretty fun right??

What an exciting video. Great music, great footage, great adventure. We will make it out to the Frio some day soon. Thanks y'all, you Rock

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you TFC! We had a blast on this trip so thank you so much for tuning in! The Frio is special for sure, but right now flows are way down so it’s not worth a trip right. Hopefully soon though

Thanks for a reminder of how blessed I am. I live a couple of miles upriver from where you put in on RR1120. So greetings from Rio Frio, tx.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Wow That’s a wonderful place to live! The Frio has been an escape for us during the off-season. So much beautiful scenery

Have spent years tubing and kayaking the Frio, was lucky enough to do my first swiftwater rescue class on it in Concan back in 2007. Very good video.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

The Frio is a special place!! When it gets going the flow can absolutely rush through there. Thanks for the kind words!

damn man i just came across this channel really good editing!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks my man!

*this is so beautiful on my list of places to go thanks to you*

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Vanessa!! It’s definitely a place worth spending a weekend

Thats one of my favorite places on planet earth. Frio river and all its surroundings are so damn beautiful. It's one of those places you don't want to leave.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Literally couldn’t say it better myself! Special place for sure

I cannot count how many times I have swam in the Frio River. It is simply the best.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Hard to beat the Frio. So many wonderful access points and places to take a dip. Can’t wait to go back!

Kayak camping , there’s something I haven’t tried yet but now have to

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Give it a go my friend!

@Shuffler703

3 жыл бұрын

We have done 5 day trips on several of the rivers here in Texas. We setup with a ranch at the take out and one about half way in case of emergency. Drop in at a low water crossing and have fun. The last run we made was on the Llano River. Great times....

My friends and I have been watching this video for over a year, meticulously planning a trip to the Frio because of this video. The time is finally here and we are going to be paddling April 18! Also love the lowdown drifters hat 🧢 those guys are friends of ours ❤

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

Have fun and pray for rain between now and then! The river is very low and dragging will be frequent. Make sure to bring good river shoes as you’ll be walking the kayaks over shallow sections a lot. All totally worth it though!

@whitnye

Жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown great advice, thank you so much! You’re an inspiration, can’t wait to pick another adventure to emulate 😋

@whitnye

Жыл бұрын

And of course, if you ever wanted to join, I know my crew would be elated to meet you. Big fans of your adventure vlogs.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

@@whitnye that makes me so happy to hear! I’ve got a good trip I just filmed that is in the ozarks close to Texas. No dragging! Which is nice

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

@@whitnye I appreciate the invite!

Been down that river a few times like this but we were fishing. Usually in the later parts of winter. Caught plenty of fish and had great times. Will never forget them. Hope you all continue to have so much fun.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Winter is great because no one is out there! We need to fish next time

Your videos are so great. You laugh, you have fun. All your "oh dudes and oh no's" make me smile. I've sent this to several friends, hope to visit your beautiful waterway. ❤️

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! The goal is to always have fun, cool to see it shows through on the video. Hopefully you and your friends can visit the river some day!

Excited to see your 2019 adventures. This place looks epic!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

The hill country is special for sure! Recently filmed another river so I'll start on that video soon as well. Thanks for watching!

I’ve been going to the Frio for summers for as long as I can remember :) ❤️

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

That’s so cool to hear Audrey! What a wonderful experience to spend your summers growing up there. I only found out about it as an adult but I’ve got many years of return trips planned. Cheers!

@vodkarage8227

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my family and I have been going there every summer since I was a baby. I don't get there as much since I live out of state, but we still make family trips up there!

@bdawn3519

4 жыл бұрын

Us too. Ive been going with my siblings since we were kids. Now we’ve been taking our kids... oldest kid now 22 years. We are more the tubing kind though.

@josedelcid1233

3 жыл бұрын

Do you have the right location to go??? Can you please provide the address???

I need more friends like this that want to explore and kayak!

Hello. Keep posting your vids. I live in Texas. Since this Pandemic began there has been a huge increase in Texans exploring our national and state parks! It is amazing. There is so much to see here in Texas! 🙏🏼

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jaye! You’re spot on, lots of interest in the outdoors ever since the pandemic hit

Just did my first kayaking trip on The Colorado River! It was fun! I am thinkin' Frio River soon!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah nikole! Glad to hear it was fun, the weather was great last weekend. The Frio flow is too low right now but check back after some rain!

Dang this looks like it was a blast. A fun mix of flat water and rapids. Thanks for opening my eyes to this great area.

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! Pool drop rivers with spring water have a special place in my heart. Just need more consistent rain for defined seasons haha

I love that music especially starting around the 3:16 minute mark..I can't stop dancing!!!!!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

That’s so awesome to hear! Glad you all are liking the music in these videos

@tipperny76

4 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown Just curious, if you could tell me who does that song, and the name of the song that starts at 3:16? Thanks!

I’m so impressed, I’m a full on whitewater kayaker and I have a whitewater boat and all the gear, been on class III rapids and I’m so impressed in how you handled in these boats. Huge inspiration, I started the same way, in a flatwater kayak on the river, laughing and just spending time with friends. Really impressed, keep sending!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks, Heather! I really appreciate the kind words and for checking out our paddling trip. Bennett is one of those guys that doesn't let gear hold him back which is really inspiring to watch. Whitewater boaters like yourself always impress me. The power of water rushing through Class III+ rapids is crazy! All types of paddlers have something in common, wanting to appreciate nature and spend fun times with friends. I really enjoyed your message!

Wow. I'm really glad I found this channel. Awesome video. Awesome music. I love videos like this. Your passion for the outdoors is very prevalent and inspires me to get out there and explore and adventure more than I already do. Vids like this just keep my hunger for the outdoors alive and thriving. I've been backpacking for a few years now but want to try a kayak camping trip. I'm so appreciative of the endless beauty our state has to offer. "With the right mindset and a willingness to adventure, just have to go for it" Only true outdoor enthusiasts say or understand that. Thanks. I just subscribed.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cody! I also find inspiration from other creators so it’s cool these videos have that same effect

Fantastic video, you guys always have so much fun it’s great to watch. Can’t wait to get out onto the water 🛶

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you KB! It’s a wonderful escape from our busy lives so we try our best to fully embrace the experience. Cheers to getting out on the water!

It sure is. I can attest to that. It's so beautiful and fun !

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

You’re spot on! One of Texas’ gems

Monster waterfall. Lol. You had me for a bit. Looks like so much fun

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

It's bigger than what we are used to!

@johnmichaels4330

Жыл бұрын

@GatewoodBrown Oh. Sorry, I thought you were making a joke. My bad man. Safety first always. It was a great video still.

I went kayaking for the first time today… that river is beautiful you guys are having too much fun 🤩 😍

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! I hope you had a great time out on the water. Rivers like the Frio sure make it special!

Great video! Looks like a pretty awesome trip through one of the most beautiful areas in Texas.

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! Gosh, I'm always amazed by the landscapes out there. Unreal!

Been on the Frío for years but limited to Garner state park. Didn’t know the Frío was so beautiful. Thanks for sharing your adventures. Gotta try some time.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It’s incredible out there

That water looked chilly. Texas isn't short on beautiful spots to kayak.

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

All Things Outdoors it wasn’t warm! Tipping over was far from ideal. Every trip I’m more and more impressed with the landscape. Australia is insanely beautiful, I need to make it down there sometime

@AllThingsOutdoors

5 жыл бұрын

Well you're welcome here anytime.

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

All Things Outdoors I appreciate that Justin!

Hi from Europe. Great vid, great river, great trip. Amazing content. Love it.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you petr!

The undertow at the little waterfall can be gnarly! Definitely thought he was going under!!!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Cameras never do that rapid justice, it was hairy!! I’m glad he got flushed out soon after entering the hole

Great video! Awesome trip report! Can’t wait to one day kayak the Frio!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We had a good time, glad to hear you've got it on your list now

Great video work guys....thanks so much.....loved every second....🤗🤗🤗

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

James Franke thanks, James. I’m glad you stopped by to watch the whole thing. We had fun making it!

Dude I don't know how you do it, but you just keep upping your game man. Some incredible editing and another awesome location. I had no idea TX had this many spring fed rivers. Looked like an amazing trip from start to finish! Keep on keeping on Brother!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks my man! We have a TON of springfed streams in a region called the Hill Country. Lots of limestone and a lack of sediment makes for some great clarity. I'm going to keep trying to hit different ones because they're all so unique.

Gatewood Brown this was one of the most awesome kayak/ camp videos I have ever seen! You and your friends are living the good life out there brother! Some really good memories were made there those days. Im really enjoying your style of videos, keep em coming broski!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

That's the ultimate compliment my man! I totally agree, getting to watch these videos and relive fun moments every now and again makes it all worth it. The style is a break from the traditional kayak camping videos but it seems like people are enjoying it, at least I think haha. I'll have to get up to NC and paddle soon, that's where I went to summer camp and learned the ropes (Asheville, NC Area)

@turtleheadboys5263

5 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown im def. liking your videos LOL! When you visit NC and if you want someone to paddle with, I would love to join you brother

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

@@turtleheadboys5263 Right on thanks man! It's a long haul but I talk with Pete on occasion so we will have to get a crew together. Y'all know all the good spots

@turtleheadboys5263

5 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown right on! Pete and Brian are really good guys ! will be a lot of fun!

Looks like another epic trip! Nice job putting it all together, GB!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Michael Middleton TBH thanks a ton Michael! I appreciate you always supporting the vids. We had a blast for sure!

Wow! We've always wanted to explore the Frio but never have. Beautiful vid! Thanks for the tour!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It’s such a cool region! Thanks for the kind words

@Adventureswithbecky

3 жыл бұрын

Same. Still on our list of places to visit and go Kayaking!

First off, the production quality of this is amazing. Really nice work. You should be very proud. Second, I'm totally inspired to take a trip to Texas now. We have our fair share of crystal clear spring runs here in Florida, but the Frio looks absolutely stunning.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that Nathan! Keep an eye on flow rates and when they rise, you should definitely check out the hill country. It’s a magnificent region! I am jealous of Florida’s springs. Went diving there this year and wow, just wow

@magedojo

3 жыл бұрын

@@GatewoodBrown The last time I was there a LONG time ago, was for USAF basic training at Lackland. Needless to say I didn't have a lot of time to take in the region. Definitely including some of these spots on your channel as "must experience". Thanks again. And yes, our springs are pretty special. It's amazing to me that millions of people flock to the region for Disney, Universal, etc and have zero clue what "real Florida" is all about. I'm not complaining though, lol.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I hear ya. We try to go out west as much as possible. Ya know, I didn’t learn about Florida’s springs until recently which is wild. Florida has so much tourism, just not much in the way of eco tourism other than beaches

This is my idea of a perfect vacation.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

The Frio is always a treat

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

The Frio is always a treat

Wow, awesome video!! What a beautiful place! You guys had an amazing adventure!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This adventure was definitely one for the books

The Frio is awesome. I’m partial to the Blanco because of my aunt living across the street from it . You can’t beat the hill country rivers.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

If the Blanco flowed better I’d hit it up a lot more!

@SLICKW1993

4 жыл бұрын

Gatewood Brown The only time the Blanco flows good is when it floods! I’ve seen some crazy flash floods on the Blanco. I saw a truck stuck up in a tree over near Fischer years ago. Last flood it wiped out the bridge near my Aunt’s in Wimberly.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Blake Watson that is wild! Yeah those hill country rivers sure can get gnarly real quick.

The camera work and the songs in this video are amazing! I knkw this was a year ago but that was a amazing video!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Yeah it was about 8 months ago but hopefully we can go back soon. Such a cool place

I being to Frío a few times, I have never seen that spring 😩 looking forward to go this summer too ❤️ great video!!!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! The Frio is quite special, glad to hear you’ll be going out there this summer!

@angljck61

4 жыл бұрын

If you got from Seven Bluff crossing and go to Frio country. There is a real calm area that has houses on the left. Right before that the springs are really.noticable. We used to drink from the springs there. The water is deep there. The Frio in my family is such a special place.

@yaboicorndog8943

4 жыл бұрын

If you go on majors a little ways down there’s these cool rocky area that forms little pools of water it’s a perfect place to have lunch and if you go down even further there’s this giant area to relax or play around

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

@@yaboicorndog8943 Thanks for the recommendation! Mager's crossing is one of our favorite sections of the river. Views of Old Baldy and more private away from the crowds

@astrosguy

4 жыл бұрын

That spring is at the store formerly known as Johnnys. She since changed the name. Unfortunately with so many people visiting this area she now charges to get out of the river at this point

Outstanding video, amigo. The yellow paddle diving into the crystal clear water at the beginning of the video was an attention-getter. I was committed to staying tuned till the end. I've yakked the coast and local rivers and lakes, but haven't done the Frio. I'm inspired. Thanks for sharing your amazing work.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Leo! I always appreciate you all watching the whole video and getting an all encompassing experience. The Frio is spectacular and I highly recommend it. Just make sure flows are above 75cfs. I look forward to seeing you around!

Wow! Excellent video and great adventures! From the great state of Texas here, I'm not too wildly far from the Frio, so I might just make it out there sooner than later thanks to you. Keep up the good work! You've earned a subscriber.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you CB! This trip was definitely an adventure with the high flow rates and cold front. I'm jealous you live close to the Frio! Hopefully it gets some rain and starts to flow strong this spring. I still cant believe this most recent storm completely missed it.

Love this river content. Texas Rivers are amazing. Def subbing.

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

The Green Life I appreciate that my man! We are spoiled for sure, such a beautiful place

@Rubixter

4 жыл бұрын

There are a handful that are nice like this. Most are brown and disgusting. Talk about a diamond in the rough XD

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Kade Broussard you’re looking in the wrong places! Texas hill country water mostly looks like this my man

@hikerguy3895

3 жыл бұрын

Kade Broussard Texas Hill Country has a lot of rivers like this but those brown rivers in East Texas are pretty in their own way. Big fish and awesome trees

The Frio river is the best! I live only 20 minutes away from there🙃

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Ahh that’s amazing!

@MG956_

4 жыл бұрын

Where? Uvalde?

Keep on feeding your soul. Sending you so much love and blessings 🙏😘❤️

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you GC! Good vibes to you as well

Hi Gatewood. I got hooked on your videos a couple of months ago. I’m from a small town in the Easter cape - South Africa called Port Alfred. Beautiful place with many rivers and estuaries within 30 minutes drive. I currently use a wilderness system Atak 140 which I’ve done plenty of mods on. My 7 year old daughter and I normally kayak at least 3 times a month on a Saturday. We have watched your videos a lot more than a couple of times and Texas looks great. I have plenty of pics but no edited videos. Maybe one day you and some friends should come this side and I would happily be your tour guide. Anyway thanks for the awesome videos. I always feel uplifted and excited for my next kayaking adventure after watching your videos. 👍🏻👍🏻

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

Hey guy! I’ll definitely check out the Easter Cape on Google maps. Seems intriguing! One day I’d love to take the paddling global. I’d really hope to do that sooner than later and ZA looks azing

You should do the San Marcos and start out at the headwaters :)

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Karen Schultz that would be a great paddle! Will have to get out there one morning before all the tubers crowd in haha

I've fished the frio b4.... just looked for fish from the cliffs and dropped a hook on them....easiest grilled catfish ever

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Dang you're making me hungry! I'm starting to bring a pole on my trips. Still need to learn how to use it lol

Sign me up,! Good morning , America the Beautiful ☀️ I was amazed to see how much gear you were packing. I would have never guessed u can put that much stuff on kayak. Great video. Great commentary

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

You’re spot on, America the beautiful! We have such diverse terrain. Kayaks can hold quite a bit but they do get harder to handle with each additional pound. We try to pack lighter these days

I love seeing your smiles. Such a happy video

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you denese! We had a blast on this trip. Sure it was cold but the flow rates made up for it. Just praying for rain at this point!

So where would you recommend putting in and getting out for a 3 day 2 night trip?

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Griffin Cummings Hmm, Ive fine this exact route and took 2nights 3 days. So its all about how much ground you want to cover. During summer we take swim breaks more. Here the river was flowing strong so we did the distance pretty quick.

I wish I had friends to do this with 😥

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Check out your local paddling groups on Facebook!

@ARJ11569

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I know. Mine are a bunch of pussies.

@eduardoflores1603

3 жыл бұрын

Let's become river kayaking friends 🤣

Mr Brown awesome video I am going this June with my family for the first time new to to your channel keep doing your awesome videos . Hope to see you guys one day

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Have a fun time out there! Hopefully spring rains show up in full force

Learned to swim in the Frio 20 years ago.. Great video! Thanks for taking me back.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

That’s a nice river to learn swimming in! The clarity is basically swimming pool like and the views are to die for.

What an awesome trip! Where did y'all put in and take out?

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks my man! We had a blast and out in around Concan

I would love to do this rout ! Where do y’all park and launch from and end ?? Also what’s the best time of year to go to this rout ? 😊 also great video 👍🏼

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It’s out near concan! Anytime of year after it rains is good for kayaking. Otherwise you’ll be dragging a lot

@mbormann6046

4 жыл бұрын

Google frio river flow rate. 50 cfm+ is ok

I loved this video! Great job making it and sharing it for all of us!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words! Judy’s stoked to see so many people tuning into it. Wild!

This video is very inspiring and extremely well done, nice work great adventure!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! In a place that beautiful it felt easy to capture such wonderful scenes. Fingers crossed it rains so we can get back out there!

"It's way too cold out to swim" Proceeds to kayak with shirt off and no bibs through class 2 rapids

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Haha when the stoke is high sometimes ya gotta risk it for the biscuit! Lol fortunately the rapids were so much fun we quickly forgot about the cold, until the sun set

@OMACMedicFiveZero

4 жыл бұрын

My nipples were chaffing just watching lol

Love your videos!! Your trips just look like so much fun! Keep up the great work. Subscribed!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Romack thanks for stopping by Michael! We’ve been very lucky with these trips, great people and amazing rivers. No flash floods just yet haha

That water is running very nicely!! Love this place

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

It was pumping on this trip!

Never realized the Frio was so beautiful! Thank you!!

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

The Frio is incredible! It’s heaven on earth

Dude! Your vids = epic! (you got talent) Keep em' coming, please!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that jay! There’s a bunch of these trip videos up on the channel and I’m working on another right now! Stay tuned my man

Wow the water is beautiful thank you for sharing make me happy there's just something about Nature's and water that makes me really happy

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

You're so spot on! Nature is so calming, especially crystal clear blue water in the mountains.

Super! Looks like so much fun!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

It was an absolute blast! Just wish it was still this full of water. Summers are tough on the flow rate

I’ve only kayaked once in posmo beach and now this video has pushed me to buying my own! Great video man!

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s so rad! Honestly rivers with elevation change can be a complete blast

You make great videos and I love how much you appreciate the nature you're in.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tim! We are fortunate to have these landscapes to explore

There's no place like home! 🤗👍❤

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

That’s the truth!

Awesome edit!! Another stellar video and trip!!

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Caleb Humphreys my man! Thanks for the kind words. That was a bucket list trip for sure. So much water!!

Looks like a lot of fun!! Awesome people, place, and video! New subscriber From New Orleans❤

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words! Totally agree with what ya said, fantastic river. Can’t wait to get back out there

I'm a YACKER down in Alabama ! I love the cossa River in Wetumpka Al. I love kayaking anywhere! You guys rock ! I will be planning a trip with the Hubs to do this. Maybe a couple of friends too. This is beautiful !

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers to that! Alabama, and especially northern Alabama is on my short list to check out! Make sure to watch flow rates, our rivers are skinny most of the time

Love this! I'm going to put the Frio on my bucket list! Thanks!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The Frio is magical, when it has water. Right now it is super low! But try back when it rains out there

That is so beautiful wow. I want to come and paddle right now. Thanks for sharing

@GatewoodBrown

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Definitely worth a visit out there

Love your video's you have a great spirit that comes through, good to see Texas boy's doing it right 😎😎😎

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks tony! Yessir, we Texas boys have a lot to explore and be thankful for.

Crazy wonderful! Thanks for drone clips also!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree Craig! That place is special

Glad you made another trip and shared it with us. #livingthedream

@GatewoodBrown

5 жыл бұрын

Chris Morales I appreciate that my man! We had a blast on the trip so I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

Bennett Brown, the baddest fiddle player in all the land! Awesome video, this is on my bucket list!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

He's raw on the fiddle and just as good at running rapids! I'm definitely lucky to have him in the crew

Felt like I was tagging along. Excellent video. Thanks.

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

That’s the goal! Glad to hear it John

Would highly recommend taking a river skills lesson from a certified instructor and always wearing a life jacket zipped & snug. When you need it, you don’t want to fumble around trying to get it snugged up. Almost all drownings occur from lack of secure life jacket. Loved the enthusiasm in your video! So many fun rivers in Texas! Thanks for sharing.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Life jackets are a must for sure!

Awesome videography! Looking forward to potential future updates! Wish I had a crew like this for my adventures!!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that a lot! More videos on the way!

Who cares where your kayak came from. It gets you out on the water and I have an a blast with it. Enjoy. That’s the important thing.My kayak came from Costco and I will tell you it’s my prize possession. I have had so much fun with that thing it’s priceless.

@GatewoodBrown

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! As long as the kayak is safe then it’s a go!

Super ride. I enjoy kayaking as well. Greetings from Transylvania!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Jack! THanks for stopping by. Hope you have a good kayaking season once all this virus is done!

Thanks for inspiring me to plan a trip to the Frio River 👌

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Anytime dude! Just watch flow rate because right now it’s quite weak

Awsome! Now on my bucket list! Thankyou!

@GatewoodBrown

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben! It’s a bucket list worthy river. Just make sure there’s good flow!

WOW, what an awesome-looking river.

@GatewoodBrown

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a special place for sure