Almost 2 years ago you gave my son one of the jungle blankets. I mentioned he had surgery and he wanted to do an a tv marathon of your channel. So you sent him that blanket. He turns 12 tomorrow and he still loves that blanket. He takes it camping with us. He uses it on his bed. He lays on the floor wrapped up in it watching movies. It's been well loved. Thank you Luke for sending him it.

@SindyJ37

3 ай бұрын

Aww that is so sweet I love this story!! Luke and Susie really do a remarkable job sharing their love of the outdoors

Luke, I’m glad I watched this video today. As you might remember from a previous comment, I have struggled against a brain tumor(oligodendroglioma) since 03/21/2010. Yep, today marks the fourteenth since waking from a month long coma. Instead of being happy at beating the odds for another year, my mind started thinking of my “old self”- the pre tumor version of me. Then I clicked on this video. The story you told, regarding the subscriber who passed of cancer, hit me like a ton of bricks. I may be on chemo today, but at least I am still above ground. “Get busy living, or get busy dying, popped into my head. Cheers and Carpe Diem to you dude. 🤙

@janetburrows137

3 ай бұрын

Good Luck and God Bless Love ❤️🙏 Stay Strong 💪💕🇬🇧❤️

@user-ht6bp5im1z

3 ай бұрын

@ReasontoLiveAdventures. God Bless you our Friend. Very proud of you and happy for you to be beating the odds. Sooo many of us have had struggles throughout our lives. I am a Firm believer in a Higher Power I choose to call God. God Bless you. Stay Safe Stay Healthy Positive and Blessed. Peace from Big Jim New Hampshire USA aka Boston Strong

@ReasontoLiveAdventures

3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I definitely appreciate the kind note.👍

@ReasontoLiveAdventures

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate your kind note. Today just hit me hard. After watching Luke’s video. I felt much calmer and became my up beat self.

@heidierickson8398

3 ай бұрын

That’s our favorite spot up there.

I'm a 72 year old, retired US Army living in SE Asia. Luke, thanks to you I can relive part of my previous life of hiking, orienteering, camp cooking, shivering, hunkering down; the wholesome, outdoor experience. Hand salute.

RIP Steve🥲May God watched over your loved ones, specially your daughter. ❤

@frida9039

3 ай бұрын

who is Steve?

@itsjustweard2328

2 ай бұрын

​@@frida9039you obviously didn't watch the whole video.🙏 rest in peace Steve.

@Nervous101

2 ай бұрын

@@itsjustweard2328 Uh you could still tell them who tf Steve is

@itsjustweard2328

2 ай бұрын

@@Nervous101 True. But if he watched the whole video he would know instead of asking. I did the same thing at the start. But then I watched the whole video And found out who Steve was.😁

@dfaro8453

Ай бұрын

@@itsjustweard2328you could’ve said who Steve was 😮

I'd stay my friend..... there's something so relaxing about hunkering down in slightly miserable weather, listening to music, reading, podcasts, just being alone with my doggo in nature. ❤

My prayers go out to Steve's family. Strength and honor. God bless.

We have a camper, and my husband asks why I sleep in my tent? I love being outdoors and have purchased most of what you have given good advice on for outdoor camping. Mother's Day is coming and have a few more items on my bucket list. I'm 65 and hopefully get a few more years in to enjoy, then gets passed on to my kids. Love your shows and gear updates and your honesty!

@deekelley891

3 ай бұрын

I’m 66 and was inspired by an 80 year old lady who passed me on trail going to a glacier at GNP. Her daughter was trying to catch up! Keep moving and live longer and better outside.

Enjoy every sunrise and appreciate every sunset. We all appreciate you 'taking' us along on your adventures. It's almost like being there as we tag along during your adventures.

Luke, a sincere thank you for the effort you put into your videos. Love watching them. R.I.P. Steve.

Just sit back and enjoy the sounds of rain…maybe take a small nap to sounds of the rain. Love these days

42:02 I would stay. After working all week and setting up camp, I'd be tired. I'd snuggle down in my sleeping bag and drift off, listening to the pitter, patter of the rain drops. I'd breath deeply, getting every bit of fresh rain cleaned air. I'd feel the chill on the tips of my nose and ears. Knowing that when I get home, life begins again... Along with drying out all that camping gear... Yup! I'd stay. I'm not ready for life to begin again so soon! Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵. Take care of yourself and each other 😷.

Girls would like jungle blankets, too!!

I've been watching your channel about 2 years or so, and i have to say, every other camping channel has gone the way of the Dodo, but I rarely miss one of your videos. My camping years are behind me, so I love living vicariously through your adventures in my warm dry home lol. Each of your videos feel like a relaxed visit with a friend. Keep those adventures coming, Luke. You are the best. 🥰

Not a thumbs down. I am glad that you show us things that we can afford in these times. And I’d rather go in a cheaper tent than not go at all. So thumbs up

Video idea. That looks like the worst morning ever. And you have a weeks worth of stuff for one night. So how about a video on equipment maintenance ? How you clean up and put stuff away when you get home

@jaimejohnesee

3 ай бұрын

Yes, please! Brilliant idea! I would be very grateful for a video like this.

@fairwind8222

3 ай бұрын

That’s hypothetical, we all know Luke only goes home to swap out gear and head back to the mountain

@bonecutter7359

3 ай бұрын

That will never happen !!! Richy Rich is to good for that !!!!

@jamesking4486

3 ай бұрын

Great video, looking forward for the next.

@themourningdove7208

3 ай бұрын

​@@fairwind8222He forgot the kitchen sink though.

I didn't know ticks lived in cold weather. Learn something new every day. Thanks Luke 😊

@sammyres2853

3 ай бұрын

new fear unlocked!

@danielkutcher5704

3 ай бұрын

Most people don't really give it any thought. Before being told this, I guess that I assumed that ticks magically "appeared" every spring. Like I said, I never gave it much thought until coming down with Lyme disease symptoms (tests were inconclusive, but treatment with doxycycline was suggested and done). I have no lasting effects, and use permethrin regularly now.

I love to geek out on all the different gear you pull out for your camping adventures every week? This week, I like that camping table / combo. Where do store all this stuff? Do you have a special camping gear barn? What is your annual gear budget? I would love to see all the gear you have amassed. Can you do an episode where you inventory your gear? You can show your favorite & least favorite items.

@user-to1to7ck8v

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I bet he does have just about every camping gear & gadget known to man ...😅

@hopegeoghegan4184

3 ай бұрын

Got to love those Carolina mountains

@Jeff-jg7jh

3 ай бұрын

That's what I wondered. @@user-to1to7ck8v

@earlaker

3 ай бұрын

$1,500 for a cooking set and a table?? Who's crazy, the company or the purchaser? Good Lord, give me a break!

@bc4yt

3 ай бұрын

I imagine they have a closet in their house that Susie absolutely refuses to open because it's so packed with camping gear, it's just an avalanche of tents and stoves 😂

My love & prayers to Steve & his family 🙏 ❤

In my world, $120 for a tent isn't a cheap tent. I've been very pleased with items I've bought off TEMU. Given their price points I don't expect superior quality. There are many good articles about Temu and how they can sell at the prices they do. We are in a global market in this day and age.

A perfect camping experience (for the viewer). You showed the weather as it came in during the night and you huddled under the tarp while it rained. Thank you for a great vicarious camping experience.

".....and vote"....The most powerful words spoken!

@lennomenno

3 ай бұрын

😂 Like voting ever changes anything in a meaningful way.

@soiledbear2051

3 ай бұрын

@@lennomenno .....No hope in saving you, guess you've already admitted defeat.....

@bc4yt

3 ай бұрын

Vote with your wallet. If you want USA made, buy the $600 tent over the $150 version. Sadly, decades of consumers wanting lower prices has brought us here with China being the world's factory, and India its office. However, times are changing. Look after your gear, replacing it will be very expensive soon.

@lennomenno

3 ай бұрын

Nope not defeated. Just saying elections don’t solve anything. History shows that.

@hithere7382

3 ай бұрын

Many corporations are tired of the CCP's conduct and instead are spreading out the world's factory between India, Malaysia, Vietnam, Mexico and countries like that. @@bc4yt

If you get a chance watch Kent Survival. He also has tested out Temu, Shein, Ali Express etc tents. I think you will like all the things he tries to. Love your channel and enjoy watching your adventures.

@keithdorset3824

3 ай бұрын

I get such a kick out of Andy and his buddies.

Here’s to Steve -daughter & family .we are so so sorry for your loss. Just heartbreaking for you all. From one subscriber to another. England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Hi Luke. I wanted to mention to you that that I watched Susie’s stream yesterday and died laughing about the microscopic creatures on her tent. I enjoyed her. She is really sweet and knows her stuff. I enjoy watching you both. Temu~~good luck. Just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed her.

Glad the tent stayed dried!! I am a grown woman, and I pout when it's time to go home from camping. I never want to leave. Thanks for another good video.

This really was a pretty place with great views , Love your set up, My condolences to Steve's daughter on losing her dad . What a sloppy very wet morning I certainly appreciate what you go through to film these videos . Happy the tent worked out well with no leak very nice. Enjoyed this and thanks for your review on the Temu tent.

I love your ideas. Your an amazing human being. Much respect 😊

Im glad to see you take shopping with Temu with a huge grain of caution.

@MrPablosek

3 ай бұрын

No different than shopping on amazon. There's crap and there's good stuff on both.

This video is going to be my favorite, listening to the horse chewing their hay and the bullfrogs. I miss being around horses so much.

I want to give that blanket to my grandson he’s all about camping and he is in the scouts too !

Loving all the tactical, black, technical, asmr, rhythm and patterns! Also noticing the OCD😂

Luke, I watch your adventures quite often just before bedtime. They are relaxing. Watching you tuck into Korean BBQ before I go to bed is torture. Keep up the good work. Lincoln from England.

I would sit there and enjoy the rain.

I’m 70 year old and I love your work I’m with you on all your adventures Hendersonville North Carolina Freedom FJB Wolverines

To "Steve" and his fantastic daughter, who both have my highest respect , hats off to you, my good lady ,wow.!!!

iv got a 1 years old Son and he loves you channel he all ways watches it with me

Prayers for Steve's family .🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏..Rest in Peace Steve..your pain is gone .

So… I loved that Fury camping set up and looked it up for information. Holy mackerel!! That is crazy expensive and while it looked really cool, way too much money. I’m impressed that Temu tent did not leak. And when you sat under that tarp in the pouring rain and asked what your audience would do about breaking down, I offered a little thankful prayer. I camp in a little homemade teardrop camper. My breaking down is to hitch the night before, take down the awning the night before, and make a cuppa coffee and a little oatmeal in the camper. listening to the rain on the roof. Of course… Another wonderful video.

Cheers to Steve and praying for his family and friends

Man Luke when you go from a loud large vehicle to a quiet nimble vehicle and you like it, that means you are getting older.

i have a lot of stuff from temu and i have never had any troubles with any thing i have... good luck with the tent.

Absolutely love this adventure! The place has an incredible view! Thanks for sharing!

I would stay there Luke. The weather there looks too cozy

I’d stay, chill and listen to the rain. Alone time is relaxing…

Sit back enjoy my ☕️ and the sound of the 🌧!!😊

I like watching you for several reasons. One is your verbal delivery, no ums and ahs just good conversation. Also no foul language. Try melting a little cheese on the broccoli.

I find the sound of rain very relaxing, it helps me to sleep better. I can sleep through a thunderstorm and not even hear it ( oldest of 7 children). Visited a sister and she was visiting others and they were outside in a gazebo during a storm and they got locked out - their mechanism to get it building failed to work they had to call someone in so they c ok old get in building and sister asked if I heard the storm -NO slept through it hahaha

I love my 4Runner. I bought it new in 2003 and now has 308,891 miles on it right now

Love your channel. I have been watching for several years now. I do miss episodes with minimal equipment that most folks have or can relate too. One of my favs was the camping in the shed when you found the deer antler. keep up the good work.

Rest in peace Steve! Prayers for the family for peace and comfort.

105 stays busy nowadays. Middle of the week is the best time for now. I feel eventually they will stop all the camping because of the place is getting wore out. NC doesn’t have as much over landing opportunities as they should. Great video as always.

Cheers to Steve. 💫 Prayers to his family and friends who are carrying on and managing their lives without him. 🙏🏼

Believe you showed us selecting area for tent setup, if a clear place is surrounded by regular leaves brush limbs off trees, more than likely water pooled and pushed debre out creating the cleared spot! Looks easy setup but more than likely a flooded area during rain!❤

Hi there I have been watching your Channel for over 8 yrs. You and your wife has a lot to tell us about. I have a overland Jeep and a small 4 X 6 trailer That I use to travel all over the US and Canada . I live up here in Northern Quebec I have been camping from Texas to Alaska and most places in-between. At 79 I am still going strong. And to be strait with you I have bought 70% of my gear from your reviews. And know with your wife on board You make a great Team I thank the two of you for all the great work... Doug from Canada

I'm amazed it didn't leak! 👍

Thanks for the rant!

Great video as always Luke. Your comments about the Toyota's setting sales records really resonated with me. About a year and a half ago I was in the market for a new vehicle and was really looking hard at Tacoma's, but even then they were selling so fast in my area that by the time the car hauling truck showed up at the lot they had already sold everything on it in transit. I ended up with a new Mazda CX-5 and although I love it, it is definitely not meant for camping. I will keep it a few years and hope the car market slows down in the meantime.

I get a big kick of all of the things you keep pulling out of the car! I enjoy your reviews. Coming from a commercial fishing family we keep things pretty simple, lightweight and utilitarian. I love seeing the products you use and test. There is always room for an upgrade when a new product is really good. Keep up the videos!

Love those 4 Runners

I like temu. Their kitchen items are cool.

Gorgeous spot Luke.. Imagine in the Fall w the Colors camping there. Top of the World !

Wow! I take my hat off to Temu. I must admit, I'm shocked but pleasantly.

Hya luke I have been watching your videos for years and you have helped me a hell of a lot thank you so much strength and honour and respect

I saw the title and my first thought was "Well, this is going to be a disaster." Temu tent.....heavy rain & wind... I stand corrected! Your question-Would I stay or go? If it was warm and not windy I would stay because I love rain, but since it isn't I'd be going home! You made a good point about how many American jobs it requires to bring a Chinese product to your door 🙂 R.I.P Steve.

Thanks Luke for heads up

You remembered me that I need to buy mustard. Thank you for your help!

Ticks are the reason I gave up the outdoors. I have tried treating clothes, boots, nylon undergarments designed to trap ticks before they can reach the skin I still managed to get deer ticks. My buddy nearly died from what the CDC determined to be rocky mountain spotted fever from a tick. Although he recovered after a long battle he was never a the level he was before . Maybe someday I'll go back out.

Glad I found your channel, I love watching your adventures and information. I am not a camper but enjoy others doing so

Dark tents are hot in the summer sun. I had dark brown tents in the past (not in the future, unless for cool weather use). Thanks, Luke! Btw: I can imagine hanging my hammock in that camping spot and napping all day and night with the sound of the rain on my tarp... so soothing!

The new 4Runner needs to be named "Nomad".

For sure, I stay no question, the wind wasn’t that bad and the rain is awesome and relaxing, no chance I leave.

Luke , just watching your video , lost count of different shots of you just making coffee , must take an age not just filming but also all the editing work . Hats off to you fella for spending that time for us to enjoy .👍👍👍👍 cheers Steve.

I would head to the nearest place that serves breakfast!!

aaannnnddd... that last scene is why i sleep in a hammock. that nice dry tent is now wet for the next time it gets setup. i get to pack it all up in the comfort of a dry tarp setup.

@theotheralan5511

3 ай бұрын

I agree if done well a hammock set-up will keep you more dry in extreme wind and rain than any tent. Most tents are probably going to blow down.

Linville Gorge! Epic place!

Liked for that product explanation

Luke you are 100% correct, thank you for your honesty🇺🇲👍💯

25:00 I like a simple salad of diced up tomatoes, Cumbers covered with equal parts garlic salt and red vinegar. It's very refreshing.

My friend you lost me at the word "rain." That's when I'd have postponed my camping trip! Great video! 😂

I went backpacking in the New Mexico mountains once and it rained, like at 35:00 in this video, for 2 and a half days straight. It was because of the hurricane that came across Mexico and across Arizona and New Mexico and probably further in 2010. A little rain is OK but 2.5 days of it NONSTOP is a real pain in the butt.

RIP Steve! Godspeed!

I would stay even if it's raining as long as I had somebody to snuggle with lol 😅

Nice adventure Luke! Good to see the tent worked out.

I like the kitchen in a box.Easy to use and store. good gear

Great video, Luke! Thanks for always being so informative. I'm not a camper but I truly enjoy watching your videos. Take care!

just before you said goodnight beautiful scenic horizon shot.❤👍👍

I always thought I had no issue with coffee in the evening but then learnt that for those of us that still fall asleep easily, it is our quality of our sleep that is impacted. Started tracking how tired I was in the mornings after late coffees - definitely true. You are onto it recognising the change in dreams. Thanks for the great outdoor content.

29:37 Sorry to hear about Steve. I had my maternal grandmother beat cancer 3 times. When she died at 93, it was because of retirement. The life we live.

You have awesome camping gear. Love watching you use it all!

Hey Luke, here's a camping question for you. Would you consider doing a camping video on the App trail & camping either with a tent or in one of those wooden lean-to's? As far as your camping question goes, I would stay & enjoy the rain. Who wants to go back to reality? Enjoy the time away.

@carrievornkahl6442

3 ай бұрын

If you go back to his earlier videos there are quite a few on the trail. Even in those wooden shelters where the mice ran over him while he slept

I think I’d go pack up and go. Your outdoor kitchen, looks great and yes it does look expensive I have too say. Thanks for the trip Luke. ❤❤❤❤❤

@frick566

3 ай бұрын

Crazy expensive..$240 for the stove, $500 for the table and $890 for the cooking setup

@scooterhughes9118

3 ай бұрын

​@@frick566somebody's got the money 😂

@martymartin2894

3 ай бұрын

​@@frick566no doubt provided to him free to advertise I wouldn't believe that it's not.

Thoughts and prayers to Steves daughter and family ❤❤❤❤ CDOG

I would of went for a hike. I love hiking in the rain and wind.

Cheers Steve!! God bless you and your family!

I would of crawled back under them civers found a movie to watch gone back to sleep. Most restful sleep. Like to see you and your wife do a tent camping trip.

Love the 4 runner ! Something to aspire to !

I was so excited to see you cooking an actual meal instead of just rehydrating food 👍 and boy did that burger look good 👌 😊❤

Thank God the tent is water proof. I was betting it wasn't.

There is just something about a 4Runner. You really don’t know it until you experience one. Four wheel drive, of course. I have a 2016 model and love it.

Hello ...I'm watching your vlog ...I'm from Philippines 😊